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13943 | and hence the Lord by his constant assistance of the Spirit, recovers it again, brings it back again, | and hence the Lord by his constant assistance of the Spirit, recovers it again, brings it back again, | cc av dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz pn31 av, vvz pn31 av av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2515 | Page 187 |
1752 | But we have such distractions and cares? | But we have such distractions and Cares? | cc-acp pns12 vhb d n2 cc n2? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 302 | Page 54 |
2484 | and 'tis wrought in this manner. | and it's wrought in this manner. | cc pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 426 | Page 74 |
4750 | I shall speak to two sorts of people. | I shall speak to two sorts of people. | pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 794 | Page 139 |
6754 | and that Humiliation that removes it. I. | and that Humiliation that removes it. I. | cc d n1 cst vvz pn31. pns11. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1099 | Page 196 |
8360 | And there is a lying still, no progress; | And there is a lying still, no progress; | cc pc-acp vbz dt vvg av, dx n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1387 | Page 3 |
1221 | and to lay your heads in his bosome in Heaven: | and to lay your Heads in his bosom in Heaven: | cc pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
2315 | and find not, if the Lord intends good to them. | and find not, if the Lord intends good to them. | cc vvb xx, cs dt n1 vvz j p-acp pno32. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 407 | Page 70 |
3050 | They know things that the eye sees not, as they are. | They know things that the eye sees not, as they Are. | pns32 vvb n2 cst dt n1 vvz xx, c-acp pns32 vbr. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
8382 | Hence Deut. 6. 12. Then forget not the Lord. | Hence Deuteronomy 6. 12. Then forget not the Lord. | av np1 crd crd av vvb xx dt n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 4 |
12780 | and now (saith he) let me depart in peace; | and now (Says he) let me depart in peace; | cc av (vvz pns31) vvb pno11 vvi p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
13452 | Lie upon thy Pillow, and sleep quietly if thou canst; | Lie upon thy Pillow, and sleep quietly if thou Canst; | n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvi av-jn cs pns21 vm2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
1326 | Oh betimes do this work, set things to rights in your souls. | O betimes do this work, Set things to rights in your Souls. | uh av vdb d n1, vvb n2 p-acp n2-jn p-acp po22 n2. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
7293 | and his blood, becomes a common thing to them, and his knowledge and promise; common: | and his blood, becomes a Common thing to them, and his knowledge and promise; Common: | cc po31 n1, vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cc po31 n1 cc n1; j: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1192 | Page 211 |
1368 | and you have bound your self by promise to the Lord again: | and you have bound your self by promise to the Lord again: | cc pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 av: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1391 | now the Knife is out of his heart he cries not so earnestly. | now the Knife is out of his heart he cries not so earnestly. | av dt n1 vbz av pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vvz xx av av-j. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 255 | Page 44 |
1433 | and yet rest in uncertain hopes; | and yet rest in uncertain hope's; | cc av vvb p-acp j n2; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
2053 | and when all comes to winding up, 'tis to advance Grace. | and when all comes to winding up, it's to advance Grace. | cc c-crq d vvz p-acp vvg a-acp, pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2134 | hence think not, hence give not God the glory of Grace: | hence think not, hence give not God the glory of Grace: | av vvb xx, av vvb xx np1 dt n1 pp-f n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 64 |
2197 | Secondly, 'Tis the only support under the heaviest evills; | Secondly, It's the only support under the Heaviest evils; | ord, pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt js n2-jn; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 381 | Page 66 |
13942 | if Christ hath apprehended, he will not forsake the soul, though it hath forsaken him; | if christ hath apprehended, he will not forsake the soul, though it hath forsaken him; | cs np1 vhz vvn, pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1, cs pn31 vhz vvn pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2515 | Page 186 |
2717 | if with want of Christ himself, now he goes for himself. | if with want of christ himself, now he Goes for himself. | cs p-acp n1 pp-f np1 px31, av pns31 vvz p-acp px31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 81 |
2838 | if not, Oh the wrath of God is to come; | if not, O the wrath of God is to come; | cs xx, uh dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 468 | Page 84 |
3072 | God hath promised to take away all tears, Oh welcome that day! | God hath promised to take away all tears, O welcome that day! | np1 vhz vvn p-acp vvb av d n2, uh vvb d n1! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 493 | Page 90 |
3216 | if I love Christ, and I cannot have, if he loves me, both; | if I love christ, and I cannot have, if he loves me, both; | cs pns11 vvb np1, cc pns11 vmbx vhb, cs pns31 vvz pno11, av-d; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
4463 | and to think there is somewhat amisse why the Lord lets these out. | and to think there is somewhat amiss why the Lord lets these out. | cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbz av av c-crq dt n1 vvz d av. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
5824 | Here is the life glory, the life of Christ, the life of God; | Here is the life glory, the life of christ, the life of God; | av vbz dt n1 n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 170 |
5911 | This is called the inner man; | This is called the inner man; | d vbz vvn dt j n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
6236 | but look what is in your vessel that feeds this flame. | but look what is in your vessel that feeds this flame. | cc-acp vvb r-crq vbz p-acp po22 n1 cst vvz d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6259 | I do as well as I can. | I do as well as I can. | pns11 vdb c-acp av c-acp pns11 vmb. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6302 | Nay, sometime to be singular, and a man alone; | Nay, sometime to be singular, and a man alone; | uh-x, av pc-acp vbi j, cc dt n1 av-j; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6793 | and as he recovers his peace, his sin recovers its strength; | and as he recovers his peace, his since recovers its strength; | cc c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1, po31 n1 vvz po31 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6920 | but are like wilderness-shrubs, shall never see when good comes. | but Are like wilderness-shrubs, shall never see when good comes. | cc-acp vbr j n2, vmb av-x vvi c-crq j vvz. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1116 | Page 200 |
8260 | the loss of them his liberty and life, wherein he allows himself. | the loss of them his liberty and life, wherein he allows himself. | dt n1 pp-f pno32 po31 n1 cc n1, c-crq pns31 vvz px31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1355 | Page 238 |
1834 | now let the Creature yeild you no more joy, and Christ hath your love: | now let the Creature yield you no more joy, and christ hath your love: | av vvb dt n1 vvb pn22 av-dx dc n1, cc np1 vhz po22 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 313 | Page 56 |
2547 | just so doth the soul see him now (though nor by the eye of sense, | just so does the soul see him now (though nor by the eye of sense, | av av vdz dt n1 vvb pno31 av (cs ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2966 | 4. If the serious thoughts of this do not draw thee, at least not so fully; | 4. If the serious thoughts of this do not draw thee, At least not so Fully; | crd cs dt j n2 pp-f d vdb xx vvi pno21, p-acp ds xx av av-j; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2967 | look up to the Lord to reveal himself unto thee to be thine. | look up to the Lord to reveal himself unto thee to be thine. | vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vbi png21. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
3833 | so here, The l•sts of a mans heart grow sweeter than Christ and his Ordinances, | so Here, The l•sts of a men heart grow Sweeten than christ and his Ordinances, | av av, dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvb jc cs np1 cc po31 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
4934 | For in sleep there is cessation from acts, yet the frame remains still. | For in sleep there is cessation from acts, yet the frame remains still. | p-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp n2, av dt n1 vvz av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
5002 | But you that are the Lords, Oh that you could see what the Lord hath done! | But you that Are the lords, O that you could see what the Lord hath done! | p-acp pn22 cst vbr dt n2, uh cst pn22 vmd vvi r-crq dt n1 vhz vdn! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
6560 | and it may be see them not once in a quarter, unlesse at Church: | and it may be see them not once in a quarter, unless At Church: | cc pn31 vmb vbi vvb pno32 xx a-acp p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6686 | Now what do many men? Why either game it, or work it, or sleep it away. | Now what do many men? Why either game it, or work it, or sleep it away. | av q-crq vdb d n2? q-crq d n1 pn31, cc vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 av. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
6687 | The young man will not so soon lose all his mirth: | The young man will not so soon loose all his mirth: | dt j n1 vmb xx av av vvi d po31 n1: | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
7057 | Now the Lord is the greatest and only good• and then when we esteem him so; | Now the Lord is the greatest and only good• and then when we esteem him so; | av dt n1 vbz dt js cc j n1 cc av c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1146 | Page 204 |
7292 | and seemed to be carried above all creatures and duties toward him, yet himself and his mercy, | and seemed to be carried above all creatures and duties towards him, yet himself and his mercy, | cc vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31, av n1 cc po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1192 | Page 211 |
7189 | You have nothing to do with the Lord Jesus, you are our of your place. | You have nothing to do with the Lord jesus, you Are our of your place. | pn22 vhb pix pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 np1, pn22 vbr po12 pp-f po22 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 308 |
7784 | and they go half way and no further, and never fetch them to you indeed. | and they go half Way and no further, and never fetch them to you indeed. | cc pns32 vvb j-jn n1 cc dx av-jc, cc av-x vvb pno32 p-acp pn22 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 225 |
8529 | Why were they sent? And the lot fell upon Ionah, who was then sleeping; | Why were they sent? And the lot fell upon Jonah, who was then sleeping; | q-crq vbdr pns32 vvn? cc dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, r-crq vbds av vvg; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8569 | what good might one word do? | what good might one word do? | r-crq j vmd crd n1 vdb? | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1415 | Page 9 |
8589 | and laying down these sins you strike at the root of theirs; | and laying down these Sins you strike At the root of theirs; | cc vvg a-acp d n2 pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f png32; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1418 | Page 10 |
8628 | but they must be constantly tended and kept watching: | but they must be constantly tended and kept watching: | cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn cc vvn vvg: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1427 | Page 11 |
8711 | I knew a man of great estate, oft quickned by the Word; | I knew a man of great estate, oft quickened by the Word; | pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f j n1, av vvn p-acp dt n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
9149 | Faith is the substance of things not seen, it puts them in their being; | Faith is the substance of things not seen, it puts them in their being; | n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp po32 vbg; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1512 | Page 18 |
9170 | but we look upon it as a thing that is afar off, it will not affect: | but we look upon it as a thing that is afar off, it will not affect: | cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av a-acp, pn31 vmb xx vvi: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1517 | Page 23 |
9171 | Now a thing may be present to Faith which is not to sence; | Now a thing may be present to Faith which is not to sense; | av dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 r-crq vbz xx p-acp n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1517 | Page 23 |
9271 | and one or two will awaken all the rest; | and one or two will awaken all the rest; | cc crd cc crd vmb vvi d dt n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1544 | Page 33 |
9353 | Let this truth therefore be a burning Beacon to awaken you; | Let this truth Therefore be a burning Beacon to awaken you; | vvb d n1 av vbi dt j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi pn22; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 36 |
9636 | 3. Have not many, nay most of thy days been spent without any sorrow for, | 3. Have not many, nay most of thy days been spent without any sorrow for, | crd vhb xx d, uh-x av-ds pp-f po21 n2 vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1625 | Page 46 |
9758 | and come you near unto it, be ever near it; | and come you near unto it, be ever near it; | cc vvb pn22 av-j p-acp pn31, vbb av av-j pn31; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1655 | Page 50 |
9920 | and the Wife by the Husband; not that it is always so, but usually so. | and the Wife by the Husband; not that it is always so, but usually so. | cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1; xx cst pn31 vbz av av, cc-acp av-j av. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9941 | there's a man I could dye with him in my very bosom: | there's a man I could die with him in my very bosom: | pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po11 j n1: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
10309 | hence Isa. 33. 14. Hypocrites are afraid when God appears in anger; | hence Isaiah 33. 14. Hypocrites Are afraid when God appears in anger; | av np1 crd crd n2 vbr j c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
12056 | for one to take dross and prize it when others cast it away, it is much; | for one to take dross and prize it when Others cast it away, it is much; | c-acp pi pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 pn31 c-crq n2-jn vvb pn31 av, pn31 vbz av-d; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12057 | it is no wonder if pearls be so esteemed of, but for dirt to be prized! | it is no wonder if Pearls be so esteemed of, but for dirt to be prized! | pn31 vbz dx n1 cs n2 vbb av vvn pp-f, cc-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12972 | and hence, be as merry as you can, eat thy bread with joy, &c. No, | and hence, be as merry as you can, eat thy bred with joy, etc. No, | cc av, vbb a-acp j c-acp pn22 vmb, vvb po21 n1 p-acp n1, av uh-dx, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 158 |
14400 | another he is a man of estate, and his money is in the mouth of his Sack; | Another he is a man of estate, and his money is in the Mouth of his Sack; | j-jn pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
455 | But thou findest a vanity and trouble, and art never at peace when all is done; | But thou Findest a vanity and trouble, and art never At peace when all is done; | p-acp pns21 vv2 dt n1 cc n1, cc n1 av-x p-acp n1 c-crq d vbz vdn; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 17 |
501 | while he hath the least good; | while he hath the least good; | cs pns31 vhz dt av-ds j; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
524 | he liked Christ well, but he did not feel a need of Christ himself so much, | he liked christ well, but he did not feel a need of christ himself so much, | pns31 vvd np1 av, cc-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 px31 av av-d, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
525 | as of some more knowledge of the Law, and ability to do it. | as of Some more knowledge of the Law, and ability to do it. | c-acp pp-f d dc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
0 | THE PARABLE of the TEN VIRGINS UNFOLDED; Out of MATTH. 25. from the Ist Vers. to the 14th. | THE PARABLE of the TEN VIRGINS UNFOLDED; Out of MATTHEW. 25. from thee Is't Vers. to the 14th. | dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2 vvn; av pp-f av. crd p-acp pno32 vbz|pn31 np1 p-acp dt ord. | (4) part (DIV1) | 0 | Page 1 |
1 | 1. Then shall the Kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten Virgins, which took their Lamps, | 1. Then shall the Kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten Virgins, which took their Lamps, | crd av vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn p-acp crd n2, r-crq vvd po32 n2, | (4) part (DIV1) | 1 | Page 1 |
2 | and went forth to meet the Bridegroom. 2. And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. | and went forth to meet the Bridegroom. 2. And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. | cc vvd av pc-acp vvi dt n1. crd cc crd pp-f pno32 vbdr j, cc crd vbdr j. | (4) part (DIV1) | 1 | Page 1 |
3 | 3. They that were foolish took their Lamps, and took no oyl with them. 4. But the wise •ook oyl in their vessels with their Lamps. | 3. They that were foolish took their Lamps, and took no oil with them. 4. But the wise •ook oil in their vessels with their Lamps. | crd pns32 cst vbdr j vvd po32 n2, cc vvd dx n1 p-acp pno32. crd p-acp dt j vvd n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2. | (4) part (DIV1) | 3 | Page 1 |
4 | 5. While the Bridegroom tarried, they all slumbred and slept. | 5. While the Bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept. | crd n1 dt n1 vvd, pns32 d vvd cc vvn. | (4) part (DIV1) | 5 | Page 1 |
5 | 6. And at mid-night there was a cry made, Behold the Bridegroom cometh, go ye out to meet him. | 6. And At midnight there was a cry made, Behold the Bridegroom comes, go you out to meet him. | crd cc p-acp n1 a-acp vbds dt n1 vvd, vvb dt n1 vvz, vvb pn22 av pc-acp vvi pno31. | (4) part (DIV1) | 6 | Page 1 |
6 | 7. Then all those Virgins arose and trimmed their Lamps. | 7. Then all those Virgins arose and trimmed their Lamps. | crd cs d d n2 vvd cc vvn po32 n2. | (4) part (DIV1) | 7 | Page 1 |
7 | 8. And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oyl, for our Lamps are gone out. | 8. And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil, for our Lamps Are gone out. | crd cc dt j vvd p-acp dt j, vvb pno12 pp-f po22 n1, p-acp po12 n2 vbr vvn av. | (4) part (DIV1) | 8 | Page 1 |
8 | 9. But the wise answered saying, not so, lest there be not enough for us and you, | 9. But the wise answered saying, not so, lest there be not enough for us and you, | crd p-acp dt j vvd vvg, xx av, cs pc-acp vbb xx av-d p-acp pno12 cc pn22, | (4) part (DIV1) | 9 | Page 1 |
9 | but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for your selves. | but go you rather to them that fell, and buy for your selves. | cc-acp vvb pn22 av-c p-acp pno32 cst vvb, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2. | (4) part (DIV1) | 9 | Page 1 |
10 | 10. And while they went to buy, the Bridegroom came, and they that were ready 〈 ◊ 〉 in with him to the marriage, and the door was shut. | 10. And while they went to buy, the Bridegroom Come, and they that were ready 〈 ◊ 〉 in with him to the marriage, and the door was shut. | crd cc cs pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vvd, cc pns32 cst vbdr j 〈 sy 〉 p-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vbds vvn. | (4) part (DIV1) | 10 | Page 1 |
46 | FIrst, I shall speak of the preparation made by the Church to meet with Christ Jesus. | First, I shall speak of the preparation made by the Church to meet with christ jesus. | ord, pns11 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 23 | Page 3 |
11 | 11. Afterward came also the other Virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us. 12. But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not. | 11. Afterwards Come also the other Virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us. 12. But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not. | crd av vvd av dt j-jn n2, vvg, n1, n1, vvb p-acp pno12. crd p-acp pns31 vvd cc vvd, av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb pn22 xx. | (4) part (DIV1) | 11 | Page 1 |
12 | 13. Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day, nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh. | 13. Watch Therefore, for you know neither the day, nor the hour wherein the Son of man comes. | crd n1 av, c-acp pn22 vvb av-dx dt n1, ccx dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz. | (4) part (DIV1) | 13 | Page 1 |
13 | CHAP. I. SECT. I. | CHAP. I. SECT. I. | np1 np1 n1. np1 | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 13 | Page 1 |
14 | THese words are part of our Saviours Answer unto two solemn questions which his Disciples propounded unto him, Chap. 24. v. 3. The first was concerning the destruction of the Temple at Ierusalem. The second concerning the sign of his coming, | THese words Are part of our Saviors Answer unto two solemn questions which his Disciples propounded unto him, Chap. 24. v. 3. The First was Concerning the destruction of the Temple At Ierusalem. The second Concerning the Signen of his coming, | d n2 vbr n1 pp-f po12 ng1 n1 p-acp crd j n2 r-crq po31 n2 vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd n1 crd dt ord vbds vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. dt ord vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 14 | Page 1 |
15 | and so of the end of the world. | and so of the end of the world. | cc av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 14 | Page 1 |
16 | The first seems to be occasioned by our Saviours speech, c. 24. v. 2. The second from his speech, c. 23. v. 39. To the first therefore he answers, from the 4th v. of the 24th ch. to the 23d v. of it. | The First seems to be occasioned by our Saviors speech, c. 24. v. 2. The second from his speech, c. 23. v. 39. To the First Therefore he answers, from the 4th v. of the 24th changed. to the 23d v. of it. | dt ord vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 ng1 n1, sy. crd n1 crd dt ord p-acp po31 n1, sy. crd n1 crd p-acp dt ord av pns31 vvz, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord vvn. p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f pn31. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 14 | Page 2 |
17 | To the second he answereth from the 23d v. of the same chap. to end of this 25th chap. Wherein he acquaints them, | To the second he Answers from the 23d v. of the same chap. to end of this 25th chap. Wherein he acquaints them, | p-acp dt ord pns31 vvz p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d ord n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno32, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 14 | Page 2 |
18 | 1. With some things which shall be before his coming, viz. subtill and strong delusions, mixt with sore tribulations and oppressions, especially in the time of Antichrist's raigne, | 1. With Some things which shall be before his coming, viz. subtle and strong delusions, mixed with soar tribulations and oppressions, especially in the time of Antichrist's Reign, | crd p-acp d n2 r-crq vmb vbi p-acp po31 n-vvg, n1 j cc j n2, vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 15 | Page 2 |
19 | as also great confusions, in all hearts and Churches, if not throughout all the world after the tribulation of those daies; | as also great confusions, in all hearts and Churches, if not throughout all the world After the tribulation of those days; | c-acp av j n2, p-acp d n2 cc n2, cs xx p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 15 | Page 2 |
20 | And then (saith he) v. 30. shall appear the sign of the Son of man, and he shall be seen coming in power and great Glory; | And then (Says he) v. 30. shall appear the Signen of the Son of man, and he shall be seen coming in power and great Glory; | cc av (vvz pns31) n1 crd vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn vvg p-acp n1 cc j n1; | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 15 | Page 2 |
21 | but if you desire farther to know the day and hour when this shall be, 'tis such a secret as my Father revealeth not to any, no, not to the very Angels in Heaven, | but if you desire farther to know the day and hour when this shall be, it's such a secret as my Father Revealeth not to any, no, not to the very Angels in Heaven, | p-acp cs pn22 vvb av-jc pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 c-crq d vmb vbi, pn31|vbz d dt j-jn c-acp po11 n1 vvz xx p-acp d, uh-dx, xx p-acp dt j n2 p-acp n1, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 15 | Page 2 |
22 | and therefore you need not know it, nor yet should seek to know it; | and Therefore you need not know it, nor yet should seek to know it; | cc av pn22 vvb xx vvi pn31, ccx av vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pn31; | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 15 | Page 2 |
23 | 'tis sufficient for you to know that before my coming there shall be lamentable and sad times, | it's sufficient for you to know that before my coming there shall be lamentable and sad times, | pn31|vbz j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi cst p-acp po11 n-vvg a-acp vmb vbi j cc j n2, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 15 | Page 2 |
24 | and that when they are at their worst, that the Sun and the Moon (through the horrours of mens hearts, | and that when they Are At their worst, that the Sun and the Moon (through the horrors of men's hearts, | cc cst c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp po32 js, cst dt n1 cc dt n1 (p-acp dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 15 | Page 2 |
25 | and the universal confusions in the world) shall seem to be darkned, &c. that then it is time for me to come, | and the universal confusions in the world) shall seem to be darkened, etc. that then it is time for me to come, | cc dt j n2 p-acp dt n1) vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, av cst av pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 15 | Page 2 |
26 | and set all in order again, then the time of my coming drawes nigh: Now this Christ doth from v. 23. of the 24th chap. to v. 37. | and Set all in order again, then the time of my coming draws High: Now this christ does from v. 23. of the 24th chap. to v. 37. | cc vvd d p-acp n1 av, cs dt n1 pp-f po11 n-vvg vvz av-j: av d np1 vdz p-acp n1 crd pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp n1 crd | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 15 | Page 2 |
27 | 2. Having thus spoken concerning his coming, he breaks off his speech in describing his coming, | 2. Having thus spoken Concerning his coming, he breaks off his speech in describing his coming, | crd vhg av vvn vvg po31 n-vvg, pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg po31 n-vvg, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 16 | Page 2 |
28 | and fals to discovering the state of the times toward, and about the days of his coming, | and falls to discovering the state of the times towards, and about the days of his coming, | cc vvz p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 16 | Page 2 |
47 | Wherein also note these three things. 1. The place where this preparation is made, viz. in the Kingdom of Heaven, vers. 1. | Wherein also note these three things. 1. The place where this preparation is made, viz. in the Kingdom of Heaven, vers. 1. | c-crq av vvb d crd n2. crd dt n1 c-crq d n1 vbz vvn, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, fw-la. crd | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 23 | Page 3 |
29 | and this he doth from c. 24. v. 37. to c. 25. v. 31. by the consideration of which he perswades to watchfulnesse against his coming. 1. Either (saith he) the times will be very sensuall and degenerate, | and this he does from c. 24. v. 37. to c. 25. v. 31. by the consideration of which he persuades to watchfulness against his coming. 1. Either (Says he) the times will be very sensual and degenerate, | cc d pns31 vdz p-acp sy. crd n1 crd p-acp sy. crd n1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg. crd av-d (vvz pns31) dt n2 vmb vbi av j cc j, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 16 | Page 2 |
30 | as in the daies of Noah, in some places of the world, c. 24. v. 38. which he illustrates from two Parables, perswading therefore to watchfulnesse, to the end of the 24th chap. 2. Or there will be great security in other places, | as in the days of Noah, in Some places of the world, c. 24. v. 38. which he illustrates from two Parables, persuading Therefore to watchfulness, to the end of the 24th chap. 2. Or there will be great security in other places, | c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, sy. crd n1 crd r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp crd n2, vvg av p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 crd cc a-acp vmb vbi j n1 p-acp j-jn n2, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 16 | Page 2 |
31 | and among other persons (not given up to sensuality as in the daies of Noah, but) who are the chast, Virgin, pure Churches of the world, not defiled with the whoredoms in the world; | and among other Persons (not given up to sensuality as in the days of Noah, but) who Are the chaste, Virgae, pure Churches of the world, not defiled with the whoredoms in the world; | cc p-acp j-jn n2 (xx vvn a-acp p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp) q-crq vbr dt j, n1, j n2 pp-f dt n1, xx vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1; | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 16 | Page 2 |
32 | and this our Saviour unfolds in this Parable. 3. Or if any be awakened (as some shall) to look for Christ's coming, | and this our Saviour unfolds in this Parable. 3. Or if any be awakened (as Some shall) to look for Christ's coming, | cc d po12 n1 vvz p-acp d n1. crd cc cs d vbb vvn (c-acp d vmb) pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n-vvg, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 16 | Page 2 |
33 | yet among these, some through hard conceits of the Lord Jesus, shall be wilfully carelesse, | yet among these, Some through hard conceits of the Lord jesus, shall be wilfully careless, | av p-acp d, d p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, vmb vbi av-j j, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 16 | Page 2 |
34 | and not improve their Talents for the sake and use of the Lord Jesus, and this is set down in the next Parable of the ten Talents, from v. 14. to v. 31. You see therefore where this Parable stands, | and not improve their Talents for the sake and use of the Lord jesus, and this is Set down in the next Parable of the ten Talents, from v. 14. to v. 31. You see Therefore where this Parable Stands, | cc xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc d vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt crd n2, p-acp n1 crd p-acp n1 crd pn22 vvb av c-crq d n1 vvz, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 16 | Page 2 |
35 | and to what purpose it is brought in. In which are two things. SECT. II. 1. THe Parable it self, concerning the ten Virgins, from v. 1. to v. 13. | and to what purpose it is brought in. In which Are two things. SECT. II 1. THe Parable it self, Concerning the ten Virgins, from v. 1. to v. 13. | cc p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp. p-acp r-crq vbr crd n2. n1. crd crd dt n1 pn31 n1, vvg dt crd n2, p-acp n1 crd p-acp n1 crd | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 16 | Page 2 |
36 | 2. The scope of the Parable, v. 13. which is to perswade not simply to watchfulnesse, | 2. The scope of the Parable, v. 13. which is to persuade not simply to watchfulness, | crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi xx av-j p-acp n1, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 18 | Page 2 |
37 | but to continuance and perseverance in it from a prudent foresight of the coming of Christ. | but to Continuance and perseverance in it from a prudent foresight of the coming of christ. | cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f np1. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 18 | Page 2 |
38 | 1. The Parable it self is set down, agreeable to the custom of those times wherein our Saviour lived, wherein their Marriages were usually celebrated in the night time, she that was the Bride was attended with sundry Virgins to meet the Bridegroom; | 1. The Parable it self is Set down, agreeable to the custom of those times wherein our Saviour lived, wherein their Marriages were usually celebrated in the night time, she that was the Bride was attended with sundry Virgins to meet the Bridegroom; | crd dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-crq po12 n1 vvd, c-crq po32 n2 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, pns31 cst vbds dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 19 | Page 2 |
39 | these Virgins (it being night season) took therefore their Lamps with them; those that were ready, and met the Bridegroom, were admitted to the Marriage-Room and Supper; | these Virgins (it being night season) took Therefore their Lamps with them; those that were ready, and met the Bridegroom, were admitted to the Marriage-Room and Supper; | d n2 (pn31 vbg n1 n1) vvd av po32 n2 p-acp pno32; d cst vbdr j, cc vvd dt n1, vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1; | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 19 | Page 2 |
40 | those that came after that time, if once the doors were shut, weresurely kept out, though they knockt hard to come in. | those that Come After that time, if once the doors were shut, weresurely kept out, though they knocked hard to come in. | d cst vvd p-acp d n1, cs a-acp dt n2 vbdr vvn, av-j vvn av, cs pns32 vvd av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 19 | Page 2 |
41 | All this, those who are acquainted with Iewish Histories and customs know to be true, which we are to attend, | All this, those who Are acquainted with Jewish Histories and customs know to be true, which we Are to attend, | av-d d, d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp jp n2 cc n2 vvb pc-acp vbi j, r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 19 | Page 2 |
42 | because it gives not a little light to the true and genuine explication of this Parable. | Because it gives not a little Light to the true and genuine explication of this Parable. | c-acp pn31 vvz xx dt j n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 19 | Page 2 |
43 | In which Parable note these two parts. | In which Parable note these two parts. | p-acp r-crq n1 vvb d crd n2. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 20 | Page 2 |
44 | 1. The Churches preparation to meet with Christ (called here the Bridegroom) from the 1 to the 5 vers. | 1. The Churches preparation to meet with christ (called Here the Bridegroom) from the 1 to the 5 vers. | crd dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 (vvn av dt n1) p-acp dt crd p-acp dt crd fw-la. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 21 | Page 2 |
45 | 2. The Bridegroom's coming forth to meet them, from the 5 to the 12 vers. SECT. III. The first part of the Parable. | 2. The Bridegroom's coming forth to meet them, from the 5 to the 12 vers. SECT. III. The First part of the Parable. | crd dt ng1 n-vvg av pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp dt crd p-acp dt crd fw-la. n1. np1. dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 22 | Page 3 |
48 | 2. The time when it shall be made, set down in the first word, Then, v. 1. 3. The persons that shall make this preparation, they shall not be corrupted Members of degenerate Churches, where mens profession is grown foul through length of wearing; | 2. The time when it shall be made, Set down in the First word, Then, v. 1. 3. The Persons that shall make this preparation, they shall not be corrupted Members of degenerate Churches, where men's profession is grown foul through length of wearing; | crd dt n1 c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn, vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, av, n1 crd crd dt n2 cst vmb vvi d n1, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn n2 pp-f j n2, c-crq ng2 n1 vbz vvn j p-acp n1 pp-f vvg; | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 25 | Page 3 |
49 | but they are Professors of some eminent strain, some whereof are truly sincere, others secretly unsound. | but they Are Professors of Some eminent strain, Some whereof Are truly sincere, Others secretly unsound. | cc-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f d j n1, d c-crq vbr av-j j, n2-jn av-jn j. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 26 | Page 3 |
50 | And there is a double desription of them. 1. From some things wherein they all agree. 2. From some other particulars wherein they manifestly differ; | And there is a double description of them. 1. From Some things wherein they all agree. 2. From Some other particulars wherein they manifestly differ; | cc pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno32. crd p-acp d n2 c-crq pns32 d vvi. crd p-acp d j-jn n2-j c-crq pns32 av-j vvi; | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 26 | Page 3 |
51 | First, Those things wherein they all agree are three. 1. They are all Virgins; Virgin-Professors. 2. They were all awake and watchful for some time, ready to meet the Bridegroom, | First, Those things wherein they all agree Are three. 1. They Are all Virgins; Virgin-Professors. 2. They were all awake and watchful for Some time, ready to meet the Bridegroom, | ord, d n2 c-crq pns32 d vvi vbr crd. crd pns32 vbr d n2; n2. crd pns32 vbdr d j cc j p-acp d n1, j pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 27 | Page 3 |
52 | and hence it it is said, They took their Lamps. 3. They all had so much Faith as to go out to meet the Bridegroom. | and hence it it is said, They took their Lamps. 3. They all had so much Faith as to go out to meet the Bridegroom. | cc av pn31 pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 vvd po32 n2. crd pns32 d vhd av d n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vvi dt n1. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 29 | Page 3 |
53 | Secondly, Those things wherein they did differ, are, 1. Generally, five were wise, and five were foolish, v. 2. | Secondly, Those things wherein they did differ, Are, 1. Generally, five were wise, and five were foolish, v. 2. | ord, d n2 c-crq pns32 vdd vvi, vbr, crd np1, crd vbdr j, cc crd vbdr j, n1 crd | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 30 | Page 3 |
54 | 2. Specially, the foolish took Lamps but no Oyl, the wise did both, v. 3, 4. | 2. Specially, the foolish took Lamps but no Oil, the wise did both, v. 3, 4. | crd av-j, dt j vvd n2 p-acp dx n1, dt j vdd d, n1 crd, crd | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 32 | Page 3 |
55 | This is the rude draught of this first part of the Parable, the sum whereof is this, That the state of the Members of some Churches about the time of Christ's coming, shall be this, they shall not be openly prophane, corrupt and scandalous, | This is the rude draught of this First part of the Parable, the sum whereof is this, That the state of the Members of Some Churches about the time of Christ's coming, shall be this, they shall not be openly profane, corrupt and scandalous, | d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d ord n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 c-crq vbz d, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, vmb vbi d, pns32 vmb xx vbi av-j j, j cc j, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 33 | Page 3 |
56 | but Virgin-Professors, awakened (for some season) out of carnal security, stirring, lively Christians, not preserving their Chastity and Purity meerly in a way of works, | but Virgin-Professors, awakened (for Some season) out of carnal security, stirring, lively Christians, not preserving their Chastity and Purity merely in a Way of works, | cc-acp n2, vvn (c-acp d n1) av pp-f j n1, vvg, j np1, xx vvg po32 n1 cc n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 33 | Page 3 |
57 | but waiting for Christin a Covenant of Grace, only some of these, and a good part of these, shall be indeed wise, stored with spiritual wisdom, fil•'d with the power of Grace; | but waiting for Christin a Covenant of Grace, only Some of these, and a good part of these, shall be indeed wise, stored with spiritual Wisdom, fil•ed with the power of Grace; | cc-acp vvg p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j d pp-f d, cc dt j n1 pp-f d, vmb vbi av j, vvn p-acp j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 33 | Page 3 |
58 | but others of them, and a great part of them too, shall be found foolish at the coming of the Lord Jesus. | but Others of them, and a great part of them too, shall be found foolish At the coming of the Lord jesus. | cc-acp n2-jn pp-f pno32, cc dt j n1 pp-f pno32 av, vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1. | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 33 | Page 3 |
59 | I come therefore to handle the first Particular in this first Part, viz. | I come Therefore to handle the First Particular in this First Part, viz. | pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi dt ord j p-acp d ord n1, n1 | (5) chapter (DIV2) | 34 | Page 3 |
60 | CHAP. II. Of the Visible Church of God. SECT. I. | CHAP. II Of the Visible Church of God. SECT. I. | np1 crd pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. n1. np1 | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 34 | Page 3 |
61 | 1. THE place where this preparation to meet Christ shall be made, and that is not in the Kingdoms of this world (earthy Kingdoms) but in the Kingdom of Heaven, | 1. THE place where this preparation to meet christ shall be made, and that is not in the Kingdoms of this world (earthy Kingdoms) but in the Kingdom of Heaven, | crd dt n1 c-crq d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vmb vbi vvn, cc d vbz xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 (j n2) cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 35 | Page 3 |
62 | and therefore'tis said, The Kingdom of Heaven shall be like, &c. I will not trouble you with telling you how many waies the Kingdom of Heaven is taken in Scripture; | and therefore'tis said, The Kingdom of Heaven shall be like, etc. I will not trouble you with telling you how many ways the Kingdom of Heaven is taken in Scripture; | cc av vvd, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi j, av pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp vvg pn22 c-crq d n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 35 | Page 3 |
63 | by Kingdom of Heaven here, is not meant the Kingdom of Glory in the third Heaven, | by Kingdom of Heaven Here, is not meant the Kingdom of Glory in the third Heaven, | p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av, vbz xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 36 | Page 3 |
64 | for there shall be no foolish Virgins at all there, no unclean thing shall enter thither; | for there shall be no foolish Virgins At all there, no unclean thing shall enter thither; | c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi dx j n2 p-acp d a-acp, dx j n1 vmb vvi av; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 36 | Page 3 |
65 | nor by it is meant the head of this Kingdom, viz. Christ Jesus, for how can he be like to ten Virgins; | nor by it is meant the head of this Kingdom, viz. christ jesus, for how can he be like to ten Virgins; | ccx p-acp pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, n1 np1 np1, c-acp q-crq vmb pns31 vbi j p-acp crd n2; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 36 | Page 4 |
66 | nor by it is meant the Gospel of the Kingdom, (which Mat. 13. is call'd the Kingdom of Heaven, and compared to a draw-net) for how can it be like unto ten Virgins? nor yet the internal Kingdom of grace set up in the heart of every believer (which is called a grain of Mustardseed, Mat. 13.) for how can any foolish Virgins be there? or what share have they in that? Therefore I conceive 'tis clear, that by the Kingdom of Heaven here, is meant the external Kingdom of Christ in this world: | nor by it is meant the Gospel of the Kingdom, (which Mathew 13. is called the Kingdom of Heaven, and compared to a draw-net) for how can it be like unto ten Virgins? nor yet the internal Kingdom of grace Set up in the heart of every believer (which is called a grain of Mustard seed, Mathew 13.) for how can any foolish Virgins be there? or what share have they in that? Therefore I conceive it's clear, that by the Kingdom of Heaven Here, is meant the external Kingdom of christ in this world: | ccx p-acp pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (r-crq np1 crd vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1) c-acp c-crq vmb pn31 vbi av-j p-acp crd n2? ccx av dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 (r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd) c-acp c-crq vmb d j n2 vbb a-acp? cc q-crq n1 vhb pns32 p-acp d? av pns11 vvb pn31|vbz j, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av, vbz vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 36 | Page 4 |
67 | that is, the visible Church, or the estate of the visible Church, which is frequently called in Scripture, the Kingdom of Heaven, as, Mat. 8. 12. & 21. 43. In which Kingdom some are wise, some foolish, all professe Christ, look for the coming of Christ, | that is, the visible Church, or the estate of the visible Church, which is frequently called in Scripture, the Kingdom of Heaven, as, Mathew 8. 12. & 21. 43. In which Kingdom Some Are wise, Some foolish, all profess christ, look for the coming of christ, | cst vbz, dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp, np1 crd crd cc crd crd p-acp r-crq n1 d vbr j, d j, d vvb np1, vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 36 | Page 4 |
68 | for salvation from Christ, the estate of this visible Church shall be like ten Virgins. SECT. II. AND hence I shall note this one thing. | for salvation from christ, the estate of this visible Church shall be like ten Virgins. SECT. II AND hence I shall note this one thing. | p-acp n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vmb vbi av-j crd n2. n1. crd cc av pns11 vmb vvi d crd n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 36 | Page 4 |
69 | That the visible Church of God on earth, |
That the visible Church of God on earth, especially in the times of the Gospel, is the Kingdom of Heaven upon earth. | cst dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 38 | Page 4 |
70 | For look upon the face of the whole earth, there you may see the Kingdoms of men, | For look upon the face of the Whole earth, there you may see the Kingdoms of men, | p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, a-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 39 | Page 4 |
71 | and the Kingdom of Satan, sin and death, which the Apostle saith, Rom. 5. reig•eth over all men; | and the Kingdom of Satan, since and death, which the Apostle Says, Rom. 5. reig•eth over all men; | cc dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd n2 p-acp d n2; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 39 | Page 4 |
72 | here is only the Kingdom of Heaven, upon earth, viz. in the visible Church; | Here is only the Kingdom of Heaven, upon earth, viz. in the visible Church; | av vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1, n1 p-acp dt j n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 39 | Page 4 |
73 | 'tis not the place only which makes either Heaven or Hell, (though there is a place for both) but the state principally makes both, one may be in Hell upon earth, | it's not the place only which makes either Heaven or Hell, (though there is a place for both) but the state principally makes both, one may be in Hell upon earth, | pn31|vbz xx dt n1 av-j r-crq vvz d n1 cc n1, (cs pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d) p-acp dt n1 av-jn vvz d, pi vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 39 | Page 4 |
74 | as Christ was in his bitter agony, and a man may be in a kind of Heaven upon earth, | as christ was in his bitter agony, and a man may be in a kind of Heaven upon earth, | c-acp np1 vbds p-acp po31 j n1, cc dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 39 | Page 4 |
75 | as Christ tels his hearers, that the Kingdom of Heaven was at hand; | as christ tells his hearers, that the Kingdom of Heaven was At hand; | c-acp np1 vvz po31 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds p-acp n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 39 | Page 4 |
76 | a man may be under the Kingdom of Satan and darknesse upon earth, Col. 1. 13. which is a kind of Hell; | a man may be under the Kingdom of Satan and darkness upon earth, Col. 1. 13. which is a kind of Hell; | dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 39 | Page 4 |
77 | and why not as well under the Kingdom of God on earth, which is a kind of Heaven, especially (I say) now under the Gospel, wherein the Lord hath begun to fulfil, that which was but only promised under the Old Testament to be fulfilled in the fourth and last Monarchy, ( Dan. 2. 44) in the time of the New: | and why not as well under the Kingdom of God on earth, which is a kind of Heaven, especially (I say) now under the Gospel, wherein the Lord hath begun to fulfil, that which was but only promised under the Old Testament to be fulfilled in the fourth and last Monarchy, (Dan. 2. 44) in the time of the New: | cc q-crq xx a-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j (pns11 vvb) av p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi, cst r-crq vbds cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, (np1 crd crd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 39 | Page 4 |
78 | In the state of Christ's visible Church, which should by little and little beat down all other Kingdoms of the world. SECT. III. | In the state of Christ's visible Church, which should by little and little beatrice down all other Kingdoms of the world. SECT. III. | p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, r-crq vmd p-acp j cc av-j vvd a-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1. n1. np1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 39 | Page 4 |
79 | 1. BEcause the same King that is reigning in Heaven, |
1. Because the same King that is reigning in Heaven, is reigning Here, is present Here, Psa. 2. 6. And Here the Saints Are commanded to rejoice, to shout, | crd p-acp dt d n1 cst vbz vvg p-acp n1, vbz vvg av, vbz j av, np1 crd crd cc av dt n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 40 | Page 4 |
80 | and to be glad with all their hearts, because of the presence of this their King among them, Zeph. 3. 14, 15. 'Tis true indeed he is King over all the world; | and to be glad with all their hearts, Because of the presence of this their King among them, Zephaniah 3. 14, 15. It's true indeed he is King over all the world; | cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp d po32 n2, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f d po32 n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz j av pns31 vbz n1 p-acp d dt n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 40 | Page 4 |
81 | the immediate execution of all Gods common, as well as special providence, is put into the hand of this King, the Lord Jesus. | the immediate execution of all God's Common, as well as special providence, is put into the hand of this King, the Lord jesus. | dt j n1 pp-f d n2 j, c-acp av c-acp j n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 np1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 40 | Page 4 |
82 | But as for his Enemies, and other creatures, he reignes over them as a King of power, | But as for his Enemies, and other creatures, he reigns over them as a King of power, | cc-acp c-acp p-acp po31 n2, cc j-jn n2, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 40 | Page 4 |
83 | but he reignes not for them also as a King of Grace and love, for thus he reignes among his people in his Church, Deut. 33. 26, 27. The Lord is present with every one of his people, severally, | but he reigns not for them also as a King of Grace and love, for thus he reigns among his people in his Church, Deuteronomy 33. 26, 27. The Lord is present with every one of his people, severally, | cc-acp pns31 vvz xx p-acp pno32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp av pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vbz j p-acp d crd pp-f po31 n1, av-j, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 40 | Page 4 |
84 | but much more joyntly, when two or three of them are met together in his Name. | but much more jointly, when two or three of them Are met together in his Name. | cc-acp av-d av-dc av-j, c-crq crd cc crd pp-f pno32 vbr vvn av p-acp po31 n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 40 | Page 4 |
85 | 2. Because here are the Lawes of Heaven, |
2. Because Here Are the Laws of Heaven, Hebrew 12. 25. Take heed (speaking of the Ministry of the Gospel in the Churches) that you refuse not to hear him who speaks from Heaven, which Laws Are not only Here promulgated (as they be among the enemies of this Kingdom) but accepted and received also, without which Laws what Kingdom could there be? Christ's Kingdom in this world is neither tyrannical, | crd p-acp av vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd vvb n1 (vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2) cst pn22 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pno31 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, r-crq n2 vbr xx av-j av vvn (c-acp pns32 vbb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1) cc-acp vvd cc vvn av, p-acp r-crq n2 q-crq n1 vmd pc-acp vbi? npg1 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz dx j, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 4 |
86 | nor arbitrary, to govern without Law; | nor arbitrary, to govern without Law; | ccx j-jn, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 4 |
87 | no, no, but if he be our King, he is our Law-giver also, Isa. 33. 22. Nay the same Lawes by which we shall be ruled in Heaven, we have here, and we are now under: | no, no, but if he be our King, he is our Lawgiver also, Isaiah 33. 22. Nay the same Laws by which we shall be ruled in Heaven, we have Here, and we Are now under: | uh-dx, uh-dx, cc-acp cs pns31 vbb po12 n1, pns31 vbz po12 n1 av, np1 crd crd uh-x dt d n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, pns12 vhb av, cc pns12 vbr av p-acp: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
88 | That as our Divines say against the Papists, though before Moses his time, there was not scriptio verbi, yet there was verbum scriptum, which the Patriarchs had before the Floud, | That as our Divines say against the Papists, though before Moses his time, there was not Scriptio verbi, yet there was verbum Scriptum, which the Patriarchs had before the Flood, | cst p-acp po12 n2-jn vvb p-acp dt njp2, cs p-acp np1 po31 n1, pc-acp vbds xx fw-la fw-la, av a-acp vbds fw-la fw-la, r-crq dt n2 vhd p-acp dt n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
89 | and afterward until Moses his time: | and afterwards until Moses his time: | cc av c-acp np1 po31 n1: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
90 | So I say here, though in Heaven the external Letter and scription both of Law and Gospel, shall be abolished, | So I say Here, though in Heaven the external letter and scription both of Law and Gospel, shall be abolished, | av pns11 vvb av, cs p-acp n1 dt j n1 cc n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb vbi vvn, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
91 | because they need the• not when the day-star is risen, 2 Pet. 1. 19. Yet the living Rules of both for substance, shall remain; | Because they need the• not when the daystar is risen, 2 Pet. 1. 19. Yet the living Rules of both for substance, shall remain; | c-acp pns32 vvb n1 xx c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd crd av dt j-vvg n2 pp-f d c-acp n1, vmb vvi; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
92 | the end of the Ministry is to bring us to the unity of Faith in a perfect estate. | the end of the Ministry is to bring us to the unity of Faith in a perfect estate. | dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
93 | Eph. 4. 13. Therefore Faith shall not cease, when Ministers shall, and that perfect man shall come. | Ephesians 4. 13. Therefore Faith shall not cease, when Ministers shall, and that perfect man shall come. | np1 crd crd av n1 vmb xx vvi, c-crq n2 vmb, cc cst j n1 vmb vvi. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
94 | Our Faith indeed shall not then by such glasses see Christ, nor adhere unto Christ, by such means of Promises and Ordinances as we do now, | Our Faith indeed shall not then by such glasses see christ, nor adhere unto christ, by such means of Promises and Ordinances as we do now, | po12 n1 av vmb xx av p-acp d n2 vvb np1, ccx vvi p-acp np1, p-acp d n2 pp-f vvz cc n2 c-acp pns12 vdb av, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
95 | but without them we shall both see, and for ever adhere to him who is our King at that day; | but without them we shall both see, and for ever adhere to him who is our King At that day; | cc-acp p-acp pno32 pns12 vmb av-d vvi, cc p-acp av vvi p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp d n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
96 | and though indeed the Law is now abolished, as a Covenant of life, yet it shall ever remain as a Rule of life; | and though indeed the Law is now abolished, as a Covenant of life, yet it shall ever remain as a Rule of life; | cc cs av dt n1 vbz av vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
97 | perfect subjection to it, is the happinesse of Saints in Heaven, 1 Ioh. 1. as a heart contrary to it is the greatest misery of the Saints on earth, Rom. 7. 24. | perfect subjection to it, is the happiness of Saints in Heaven, 1 John 1. as a heart contrary to it is the greatest misery of the Saints on earth, Rom. 7. 24. | j n1 p-acp pn31, vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd p-acp dt n1 j-jn p-acp pn31 vbz dt js n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 41 | Page 5 |
98 | 3. Because here are the Subjects of Heaven, |
3. Because Here Are the Subject's of Heaven, Ephesians 2. 19. Fellow-Citizens of the Saints, not only on earth, | crd p-acp av vbr dt n2-jn pp-f n1, np1 crd crd n2 pp-f dt n2, xx av-j p-acp n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 42 | Page 5 |
99 | but as Paul speaketh, Phil. 3. 20. Our conversation (or, as it may be rendred, our free Burgesse-ship) is in Heaven. God himself hath canonized all the true Members of visible Churches with the name of Saints, throughout the who•e new Testament, here are the great heirs of Heaven, | but as Paul speaks, Philip 3. 20. Our Conversation (or, as it may be rendered, our free Burgess-ship) is in Heaven. God himself hath canonized all the true Members of visible Churches with the name of Saints, throughout the who•e new Testament, Here Are the great Heirs of Heaven, | cc-acp c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd po12 n1 (cc, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, po12 j n1) vbz p-acp n1. np1 px31 vhz vvn d dt j n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j j n1, av vbr dt j n2 pp-f n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 42 | Page 5 |
100 | nay, possessours of Heaven by Faith, as others are by feeling, as near and dear to God (in some respect) as those that be in Heaven already; | nay, possessors of Heaven by Faith, as Others Are by feeling, as near and dear to God (in Some respect) as those that be in Heaven already; | uh-x, n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, c-acp n2-jn vbr p-acp n1, c-acp av-j cc j-jn p-acp np1 (p-acp d n1) c-acp d cst vbb p-acp n1 av; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 42 | Page 5 |
101 | because the same motive which makes him love them, makes him love these, though poor abjects, and our-casts of the world; | Because the same motive which makes him love them, makes him love these, though poor abjects, and our-casts of the world; | c-acp dt d n1 r-crq vvz pno31 vvi pno32, vvz pno31 vvi d, cs j n2-j, cc j pp-f dt n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 42 | Page 5 |
102 | there is but a paper-wall of their bodies between them and Heaven, only here is the difference, they there, are Subjects in their own countrey; | there is but a paper-wall of their bodies between them and Heaven, only Here is the difference, they there, Are Subject's in their own country; | pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pno32 cc n1, av-j av vbz dt n1, pns32 a-acp, vbr n2-jn p-acp po32 d n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 42 | Page 5 |
103 | these here, are the same Countreymen, only strangers for a time here upon earth: Some define a Kingdom to be dominatus regis in populum subjectum. | these Here, Are the same Countrymen, only Strangers for a time Here upon earth: some define a Kingdom to be Dominatus regis in Populum Subjectum. | d av, vbr dt d n2, av-j n2 p-acp dt n1 av p-acp n1: d vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 42 | Page 5 |
104 | If Christ (the King) was present, and his Laws published, but there were no people to be subject to him, there could be no Kingdom; | If christ (the King) was present, and his Laws published, but there were no people to be Subject to him, there could be no Kingdom; | cs np1 (dt n1) vbds j, cc po31 n2 vvn, cc-acp pc-acp vbdr dx n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 42 | Page 5 |
105 | but when the King, Laws, and Subjects of Heaven are here met together in the visible Church, here is now the Kingdom of Heaven. | but when the King, Laws, and Subject's of Heaven Are Here met together in the visible Church, Here is now the Kingdom of Heaven. | cc-acp c-crq dt n1, n2, cc n2-jn pp-f n1 vbr av vvn av p-acp dt j n1, av vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 42 | Page 5 |
106 | 4. Because here is the very Glory of Heaven begun, |
4. Because Here is the very Glory of Heaven begun, that look as the same Sun which fills the Stars with Glory, the very same beams touch the earth also, | crd p-acp av vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn, cst vvb p-acp dt d n1 r-crq vvz dt n2 p-acp n1, dt av d n2 vvb dt n1 av, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 43 | Page 5 |
107 | so the same Glory which shines in Heaven, shines into the poor Church here, 1 Pet. 5. 10. God hath called his people into his eternal Glory. | so the same Glory which shines in Heaven, shines into the poor Church Here, 1 Pet. 5. 10. God hath called his people into his Eternal Glory. | av dt d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, vvz p-acp dt j n1 av, crd np1 crd crd np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 43 | Page 5 |
108 | And 〈 ◊ 〉 30. whom Christ hath justified, them he hath glorified, i. e. he hath begun it here; | And 〈 ◊ 〉 30. whom christ hath justified, them he hath glorified, i. e. he hath begun it Here; | cc 〈 sy 〉 crd r-crq np1 vhz vvn, pno32 pns31 vhz vvn, uh. sy. pns31 vhz vvn pn31 av; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 43 | Page 5 |
109 | 〈 ◊ 〉 in a special manner is the presence of the Angels in Heaven, Eph. 3. 10. Here the pure in heart see God, | 〈 ◊ 〉 in a special manner is the presence of the Angels in Heaven, Ephesians 3. 10. Here the pure in heart see God, | 〈 sy 〉 p-acp dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av dt j p-acp n1 vvb np1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 43 | Page 5 |
110 | and that after another manner, than many times they can in their solitary condition, Psal. 63. 1, 2, 3. And what is this but Heaven? SECT. IV. | and that After Another manner, than many times they can in their solitary condition, Psalm 63. 1, 2, 3. And what is this but Heaven? SECT. IV. | cc cst p-acp j-jn n1, cs d n2 pns32 vmb p-acp po32 j n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc q-crq vbz d p-acp n1? n1. np1 | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 43 | Page 5 |
111 | 1. SEE therefore hence their happiness and honour, |
1. SEE Therefore hence their happiness and honour, whom God hath called out of the world, and planted in his Church: | crd vvb av av po32 n1 cc n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 5 |
112 | What hath the Lord done, but opened the way to the Tree of life, and let you into Paradise again? Nay (which is more) What hath he done but taken you up into the very Kingdom of Heaven it self? where you have the Lord of glory to be your King, the Laws of Heaven made known, his heart opened, where you have the heirs of Heaven your companions, | What hath the Lord done, but opened the Way to the Tree of life, and let you into Paradise again? Nay (which is more) What hath he done but taken you up into the very Kingdom of Heaven it self? where you have the Lord of glory to be your King, the Laws of Heaven made known, his heart opened, where you have the Heirs of Heaven your Sodales, | q-crq vhz dt n1 vdn, cc-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pn22 p-acp n1 av? uh-x (r-crq vbz av-dc) q-crq vhz pns31 vdn p-acp vvn pn22 a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1? c-crq pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi po22 n1, dt n2 pp-f n1 vvd vvn, po31 n1 vvd, c-crq pn22 vhb dt n2 pp-f n1 po22 n2, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 5 |
113 | and the Angels of Heaven your guard, desiring to look into those things which your eyes see, | and the Angels of Heaven your guard, desiring to look into those things which your eyes see, | cc dt n2 pp-f n1 po22 n1, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq po22 n2 vvi, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 5 |
114 | and your hearts feel, 1 Pet. 1. 12. Where you have the love of a Father appearing, the Son of God inhabiting, | and your hearts feel, 1 Pet. 1. 12. Where you have the love of a Father appearing, the Son of God inhabiting, | cc po22 n2 vvb, crd np1 crd crd c-crq pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 5 |
115 | and the Spirit of Heaven comforting. Lord what is man that thou art thus mindful of him ! | and the Spirit of Heaven comforting. Lord what is man that thou art thus mindful of him! | cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg. n1 r-crq vbz n1 cst pns21 vb2r av j pp-f pno31! | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 5 |
116 | That when the Lord seeth it unmeet to take you out of this world up unto Heaven, that Heaven should come down into this world unto you, who were once enemies to this Kingdom, shut up under the Kingdom of death and darknesse, strangers to the Common-wealth of Israel, without God and Christ in the world, without promise, without hope. | That when the Lord sees it unmeet to take you out of this world up unto Heaven, that Heaven should come down into this world unto you, who were once enemies to this Kingdom, shut up under the Kingdom of death and darkness, Strangers to the Commonwealth of Israel, without God and christ in the world, without promise, without hope. | cst c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi pn22 av pp-f d n1 a-acp p-acp n1, cst n1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vbdr a-acp n2 p-acp d n1, vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 6 |
117 | I do not cry the Temple of the Lord, nor Idolize Order and Churches, but I tell you what your priviledge is, | I do not cry the Temple of the Lord, nor Idolise Order and Churches, but I tell you what your privilege is, | pns11 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx vvb n1 cc n2, cc-acp pns11 vvb pn22 r-crq po22 n1 vbz, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 6 |
118 | and thereby what Gods goodnesse is: | and thereby what God's Goodness is: | cc av q-crq n2 n1 vbz: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 6 |
119 | I know the world neither seeth not feeleth any such Heaven on earth, but soon grow despisers secretly of all Ordinances, who if they were in Heaven it self with their carnal hearts, they would not abide there with much contentment, | I know the world neither sees not feeleth any such Heaven on earth, but soon grow despisers secretly of all Ordinances, who if they were in Heaven it self with their carnal hearts, they would not abide there with much contentment, | pns11 vvb dt n1 av-dx vvz xx vvz d d n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp av vvb n2 av-jn pp-f d n2, r-crq cs pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 pn31 n1 p-acp po32 j n2, pns32 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp d n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 6 |
120 | yet verily Heaven hath been, and is found here by Gods hidden one; | yet verily Heaven hath been, and is found Here by God's hidden one; | av av-j n1 vhz vbn, cc vbz vvn av p-acp n2 vvn pi; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 6 |
121 | even such things which eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, and if it be not thus with thee, blame thy self, | even such things which eye hath not seen, nor ear herd, and if it be not thus with thee, blame thy self, | av d n2 r-crq n1 vhz xx vvn, ccx n1 vvd, cc cs pn31 vbb xx av p-acp pno21, vvb po21 n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 6 |
122 | and mourn the more, who in the midst of light art in utter darknesse, and in the place where Heaven is begun to some, it should be made a little Hell to thee. | and mourn the more, who in the midst of Light art in utter darkness, and in the place where Heaven is begun to Some, it should be made a little Hell to thee. | cc vvi dt av-dc, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, pn31 vmd vbi vvn dt j n1 p-acp pno21. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 44 | Page 6 |
123 | 2. Take heed of defiling secretly the Church of God: | 2. Take heed of defiling secretly the Church of God: | crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg av-jn dt n1 pp-f np1: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 |
124 | For what do you do thereby, but pollute the Kingdom of Heaven it self? And the better any thing is, the greater is the defilement cast upon it. | c-acp q-crq vdb pn22 vdb av, cc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1? cc dt av-jc d n1 vbz, dt jc vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp pn31. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 | |
125 | It is said, 1. Pet. 1. 4. that the Kingdom of Heaven above is an inheritance unde•iled |
It is said, 1. Pet. 1. 4. that the Kingdom of Heaven above is an inheritance unde•iled, never yet the Subject place where any since was committed, | pn31 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd crd d dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbz dt n1 vvn, av-x av dt j-jn n1 c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 |
126 | and this is one part of the Glory of it. | and this is one part of the Glory of it. | cc d vbz crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 |
127 | Take you heed of coming into Church-fellowship with defiled hearts, and so defiling Gods holy things, | Take you heed of coming into Church fellowship with defiled hearts, and so defiling God's holy things, | vvb pn22 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 p-acp j-vvn n2, cc av vvg npg1 j n2, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 |
128 | for do you know where you are? I know it is not in that Heaven where you cannot sin, | for do you know where you Are? I know it is not in that Heaven where you cannot sin, | c-acp vdb pn22 vvb c-crq pn22 vbr? pns11 vvb pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 c-crq pn22 vmbx vvi, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 |
129 | but yet 'tis in such a Heaven where you should not sin, much lesse defile the Church of God. | but yet it's in such a Heaven where you should not sin, much less defile the Church of God. | cc-acp av pn31|vbz p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pn22 vmd xx vvi, av-d av-dc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 |
130 | It was one of Gods heavy inditements against the Church of the Iews, that when the Lord had brought them out of a land of pits, into a plentiful countrey, | It was one of God's heavy inditements against the Church of the Iews, that when the Lord had brought them out of a land of pits, into a plentiful country, | pn31 vbds pi pp-f npg1 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cst c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn pno32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 |
131 | yet they defiled his Land, neither Priests nor people said, Where is the Lord? Ier. 2. 7, 8. It will be much more heavy another day with you, that walking in the fellowship of Gods people, shall be found guilty of defiling the Kingdom of Heaven it self, which you should be careful to keep as an underfiled inheritance, which 〈 ◊ 〉 whether spiritual or sensual, | yet they defiled his Land, neither Priests nor people said, Where is the Lord? Jeremiah 2. 7, 8. It will be much more heavy Another day with you, that walking in the fellowship of God's people, shall be found guilty of defiling the Kingdom of Heaven it self, which you should be careful to keep as an underfiled inheritance, which 〈 ◊ 〉 whither spiritual or sensual, | av pns32 vvd po31 n1, dx n2 ccx n1 vvd, q-crq vbz dt n1? np1 crd crd, crd pn31 vmb vbi av-d av-dc j j-jn n1 p-acp pn22, cst vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vmb vbi vvn j pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1, r-crq pn22 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, r-crq 〈 sy 〉 cs j cc j, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 |
610 | Now I shall single out only these five things, to give you a glimpse of his Glory. | Now I shall single out only these five things, to give you a glimpse of his Glory. | av pns11 vmb vvb av av-j d crd n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 124 | Page 22 |
132 | as they stain the very glory of Heaven it self, so they keep you from feeling the Truth of this Doctrine ▪ even of this Heaven upon earth in your own experience. | as they stain the very glory of Heaven it self, so they keep you from feeling the Truth of this Doctrine ▪ even of this Heaven upon earth in your own experience. | c-acp pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1, av pns32 vvb pn22 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1 ▪ av pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po22 d n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 45 | Page 6 |
133 | 3. Let all Members of Churches hence learn to have their conversation in Heaven, and walk as men come down from Heaven, |
3. Let all Members of Churches hence Learn to have their Conversation in Heaven, and walk as men come down from Heaven, and returning thither again, | crd vvb d n2 pp-f n2 av vvi pc-acp vhi po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvg av av, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 46 | Page 6 |
134 | and that are as it were already in Heaven. | and that Are as it were already in Heaven. | cc d vbr p-acp pn31 vbdr av p-acp n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 46 | Page 6 |
135 | Paul did thus, and wept to see so many that did not thus, but did mind earthly things, Phil. 3. 19, 20. Do not only forsake, | Paul did thus, and wept to see so many that did not thus, but did mind earthly things, Philip 3. 19, 20. Do not only forsake, | np1 vdd av, cc vvd pc-acp vvi av d cst vdd xx av, cc-acp vdd vvi j n2, np1 crd crd, crd vdb xx av-j vvi, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 46 | Page 6 |
136 | but even forget your Countrey, and your Fathers house, so shall the King of Glory desire your beauty, Psal. 45. 10, 11, Let the reproach of earthly-mindednesse cast upon the face of Christians, be wiped off by your carriage, being heavenly, holy, loosened from things below. | but even forget your Country, and your Father's house, so shall the King of Glory desire your beauty, Psalm 45. 10, 11, Let the reproach of Earthly-mindedness cast upon the face of Christians, be wiped off by your carriage, being heavenly, holy, loosened from things below. | cc-acp av vvb po22 n1, cc po22 ng1 n1, av vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb po22 n1, np1 crd crd, crd, vvb dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbb vvn a-acp p-acp po22 n1, vbg j, j, j-vvn p-acp n2 a-acp. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 46 | Page 6 |
137 | Art thou in Heaven with an earthly heart? Is not Heaven good enough for thee? Cannot that content thee which many have desired to see, | Art thou in Heaven with an earthly heart? Is not Heaven good enough for thee? Cannot that content thee which many have desired to see, | vb2r pns21 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1? vbz xx n1 j av-d p-acp pno21? vmbx d vvi pno21 r-crq d vhb vvn pc-acp vvi, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 46 | Page 6 |
138 | and could not see, even the Lord Jesus, the King of Glory in his beauty, in the assemblies of his Saints? | and could not see, even the Lord jesus, the King of Glory in his beauty, in the assemblies of his Saints? | cc vmd xx vvi, av dt n1 np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2? | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 46 | Page 6 |
139 | 4. Take heed of pulling down this Kingdom. |
4. Take heed of pulling down this Kingdom. Loyal Subjects will rather loose their lives, than their Prince shall loose his Kingdom. | crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg a-acp d n1. j np1 vmb av-c vvi po32 n2, cs po32 n1 vmb vvi po31 n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 47 | Page 6 |
140 | Fear not enemies without, but your selves at home. | fear not enemies without, but your selves At home. | n1 xx n2 p-acp, cc-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1-an. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 47 | Page 6 |
141 | The enemies of the Church, did never yet hurt the Church, but the Church's sins, Zach. 7. 14. Oh consider what mercy the Lord hath betrusted us withal, that unlesse the Lord should carry us to Heaven it self, immediatly on the wings of Angels, he can shew us no greater outward favour, in this world, | The enemies of the Church, did never yet hurt the Church, but the Church's Sins, Zach 7. 14. O Consider what mercy the Lord hath betrusted us withal, that unless the Lord should carry us to Heaven it self, immediately on the wings of Angels, he can show us no greater outward favour, in this world, | dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vdd av-x av vvn dt n1, cc-acp dt ng1 n2, np1 crd crd uh vvb r-crq n1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 av, cst cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1 pn31 n1, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av-dx jc j n1, p-acp d n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 47 | Page 6 |
142 | than to bring us into this his Kingdom of Heaven on earth. I professe one daies fellowship here with a number of broken-hearted Christians, either mourning together, | than to bring us into this his Kingdom of Heaven on earth. I profess one days fellowship Here with a number of brokenhearted Christians, either mourning together, | cs pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. pns11 vvb pi ng1 n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1, d n1 av, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 47 | Page 6 |
143 | or rejoycing in their God and King together, it our-bids the many years Glory of the whole world, (howsoever 'tis hidden from the world) And will you betray this Kingdom? SECT. V. | or rejoicing in their God and King together, it our-bids the many Years Glory of the Whole world, (howsoever it's hidden from the world) And will you betray this Kingdom? SECT. V. | cc vvg p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 av, pn31 j dt d n2 n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1) cc vmb pn22 vvi d n1? n1. n1 | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 47 | Page 7 |
144 | Quest. VVHat are those things that may pull down this Kingdom? Answ. 1. Ignorance of those sins which may hurt and ruine it. | Quest. What Are those things that may pull down this Kingdom? Answer 1. Ignorance of those Sins which may hurt and ruin it. | n1. q-crq vbr d n2 cst vmb vvi a-acp d n1? np1 crd n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi pn31. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 48 | Page 7 |
145 | There are common infirmities which all the faithful have in common, for which the Lord pities his, | There Are Common infirmities which all the faithful have in Common, for which the Lord pities his, | pc-acp vbr j n2 r-crq d dt j vhb p-acp j, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz po31, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
146 | but there are some that are proper and personal to some particular persons, Psal. 18. 23. for which the Lord is angry even with his own; | but there Are Some that Are proper and personal to Some particular Persons, Psalm 18. 23. for which the Lord is angry even with his own; | cc-acp pc-acp vbr d cst vbr j cc j p-acp d j n2, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz j av p-acp po31 d; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
147 | so there are some sins which are common Church-infirmities, for which the Lord will not cast off his people, | so there Are Some Sins which Are Common Church-infirmities, for which the Lord will not cast off his people, | av a-acp vbr d n2 r-crq vbr j n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp po31 n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
148 | but there are sometimes in several Churches proper Churchsins. | but there Are sometime in several Churches proper Churchsins. | cc-acp pc-acp vbr av p-acp j n2 j n2. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
611 | Lift up thy heart, and say, Lord hide not now thy face from me. | Lift up thy heart, and say, Lord hide not now thy face from me. | vvb a-acp po21 n1, cc vvi, n1 vvb xx av po21 n1 p-acp pno11. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 124 | Page 22 |
149 | Now the Rule here is, if these be not seen and lamented and removed, if the Lord be angry for these (as verily he will) and yet they do not so much as know all this while what it is that hurts them, these sins will canker the roots, | Now the Rule Here is, if these be not seen and lamented and removed, if the Lord be angry for these (as verily he will) and yet they do not so much as know all this while what it is that hurts them, these Sins will canker the roots, | av dt n1 av vbz, cs d vbb xx vvn cc vvn cc vvn, cs dt n1 vbb j p-acp d (c-acp av-j pns31 vmb) cc av pns32 vdb xx av av-d c-acp vvb d d n1 r-crq pn31 vbz cst vvz pno32, d n2 vmb n1 dt n2, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
150 | and blast the most flourishing Churches. Ephesus, Rev. 1. 4. had her sin; Sardis, Rev. 2. 1. had her sin. | and blast the most flourishing Churches. Ephesus, Rev. 1. 4. had her since; Sardis, Rev. 2. 1. had her since. | cc vvi dt av-ds j-vvg n2. np1, n1 crd crd vhd po31 n1; np1, n1 crd crd vhd po31 n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
151 | Laodicea had her sins, Rev. 3. 16. Now what if they never know these, nor repent of these, you know then Ephesus Candlestick must be removed, | Laodicea had her Sins, Rev. 3. 16. Now what if they never know these, nor Repent of these, you know then Ephesus Candlestick must be removed, | np1 vhd po31 n2, n1 crd crd av q-crq cs pns32 av-x vvb d, ccx vvb pp-f d, pn22 vvb av np1 n1 vmb vbi vvn, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
152 | and Laodicea shall be spued out of Christs mouth. | and Laodicea shall be spewed out of Christ Mouth. | cc np1 vmb vbi vvd av pp-f npg1 n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
153 | Oh this hath been the bane of Churches, while they enjoyed their liberties, they could not, | O this hath been the bane of Churches, while they enjoyed their Liberties, they could not, | uh d vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f n2, cs pns32 vvd po32 n2, pns32 vmd xx, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
154 | nay (in truth) would not know their aile, in the day of Christs visitation of them, | nay (in truth) would not know their ail, in the day of Christ Visitation of them, | uh-x (p-acp n1) vmd xx vvi po32 vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f pno32, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
155 | and hence came their ruine, the cause of which they saw not; | and hence Come their ruin, the cause of which they saw not; | cc av vvd po32 n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvd xx; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
156 | only it may be the remnant that escaped, to whom the Lord shewed mercy, could read their sins in their plagues. | only it may be the remnant that escaped, to whom the Lord showed mercy, could read their Sins in their plagues. | av-j pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 cst vvd, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvd n1, vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
157 | It is a lamentable spectacle to behold the ruines of Germany, and that after such great slaughter and effusion of blood, they cannot tell the thing that hath hurt, and doth still wast them. | It is a lamentable spectacle to behold the ruins of Germany, and that After such great slaughter and effusion of blood, they cannot tell the thing that hath hurt, and does still wast them. | pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc cst p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 cst vhz vvn, cc vdz av vvi pno32. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 49 | Page 7 |
158 | 2. Self-seeking, a Spirit of self. | 2. Self-seeking, a Spirit of self. | crd j, dt n1 pp-f n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
159 | Look as it is in a Kingdom, if there be a common enemy, and the body of the Army which should encounter with them, be every man taken up, | Look as it is in a Kingdom, if there be a Common enemy, and the body of the Army which should encounter with them, be every man taken up, | n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi p-acp pno32, vbb d n1 vvn a-acp, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
160 | and taking thought how he may preserve his own Tent, and do not joyn their forces together for common safety, it must perish, | and taking Thought how he may preserve his own Tent, and do not join their forces together for Common safety, it must perish, | cc vvg vvd c-crq pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n1, cc vdb xx vvi po32 n2 av p-acp j n1, pn31 vmb vvi, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
161 | and the Kingdom will be easily conquered: | and the Kingdom will be Easily conquered: | cc dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
162 | Or as it is with the body, if every member seeks to preserve it self alone, | Or as it is with the body, if every member seeks to preserve it self alone, | cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 av-j, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
163 | and not that which preserves them all, ( viz. the Head) the body will drop down and die shortly. | and not that which preserves them all, (viz. the Head) the body will drop down and die shortly. | cc xx d r-crq vvz pno32 d, (n1 dt n1) dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi av-j. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
164 | Christ Jesus is the Head of this Body [ his Church ] Now 'tis certain if ye seek to preserve your own name more than Christ's, to give more content to your own lusts, | christ jesus is the Head of this Body [ his Church ] Now it's certain if you seek to preserve your own name more than Christ's, to give more content to your own Lustiest, | np1 np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 [ po31 n1 ] av pn31|vbz j cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi po22 d n1 av-dc cs npg1, pc-acp vvi av-dc j p-acp po22 d n2, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
165 | then to the will and heart of Christ, if more careful of fetching feathers to your own nests, | then to the will and heart of christ, if more careful of fetching Feathers to your own nests, | av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cs av-dc j pp-f vvg n2 p-acp po22 d n2, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
166 | and to shift for your selves, and not to attend (every man in his place) the publick good of the Church, and Christ in it; | and to shift for your selves, and not to attend (every man in his place) the public good of the Church, and christ in it; | cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, cc xx pc-acp vvi (d n1 p-acp po31 n1) dt j j pp-f dt n1, cc np1 p-acp pn31; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
167 | 'tis certain God will forsake you, and all will to ruine quickly, 2 Chron. 15. 1, 2. Church-members of publick spirits, are ever prosperous men. | it's certain God will forsake you, and all will to ruin quickly, 2 Chronicles 15. 1, 2. Church-members of public spirits, Are ever prosperous men. | pn31|vbz j np1 vmb vvi pn22, cc d vmb pc-acp vvi av-j, crd np1 crd crd, crd n2 pp-f j n2, vbr av j n2. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 50 | Page 7 |
187 | when a Christian walketh so as that another is not the better, [ not much refreshed ] by him, | when a Christian walks so as that Another is not the better, [ not much refreshed ] by him, | c-crq dt njp vvz av p-acp d j-jn vbz xx dt jc, [ xx av-d vvn ] p-acp pno31, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 54 | Page 8 |
188 | but it may be hardned rather, by a saplesse example, here is no fruit, and this cals for the axe to cut down the tree. 6. Divisions: | but it may be hardened rather, by a sapless Exampl, Here is no fruit, and this calls for the axe to Cut down the tree. 6. Divisions: | cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-c, p-acp dt j n1, av vbz dx n1, cc d vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1. crd n2: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 54 | Page 8 |
168 | They shall prosper that love thee, Psal. 122. 6. That say in their hearts out of sense of Christ's love, Lord, what shall I doe for thee? How may I be useful to thy people? But if back and belly, mine and thine, be chief in request, this will ruine you. | They shall prosper that love thee, Psalm 122. 6. That say in their hearts out of sense of Christ's love, Lord, what shall I do for thee? How may I be useful to thy people? But if back and belly, mine and thine, be chief in request, this will ruin you. | pns32 vmb vvi cst vvb pno21, np1 crd crd cst vvb p-acp po32 n2 av pp-f n1 pp-f npg1 n1, n1, r-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp pno21? q-crq vmb pns11 vbi j p-acp po21 n1? p-acp cs n1 cc n1, png11 cc png21, vbb j-jn p-acp n1, d vmb vvi pn22. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 51 | Page 7 |
169 | 3. League and Amity with the enemies of Christ's Kingdom, or peace with our lusts; | 3. League and Amity with the enemies of Christ's Kingdom, or peace with our Lustiest; | crd n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n2; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 52 | Page 7 |
170 | it is not sin, but a privy peace with sin, and a secret quietnesse in sin, which overthrowes Christ's Kingdom: | it is not since, but a privy peace with since, and a secret quietness in since, which overthrows Christ's Kingdom: | pn31 vbz xx n1, cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz npg1 n1: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 52 | Page 7 |
171 | The Canaanites that were left alive, because ('tis said) they could not drive them out, | The Canaanites that were left alive, Because (it's said) they could not drive them out, | dt np2 cst vbdr vvn j, c-acp (pn31|vbz vvn) pns32 vmd xx vvi pno32 av, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 52 | Page 7 |
172 | how often did they vex, and prick, and yoke the Israel of God? Those sins which you say, you cannot part with, | how often did they vex, and prick, and yoke the Israel of God? Those Sins which you say, you cannot part with, | c-crq av vdd pns32 vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi dt np1 pp-f np1? d n2 r-crq pn22 vvb, pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 52 | Page 7 |
173 | and hence yield unto them, and mourn not under them, those will ruine Churches: Some sins you have forsaken, and could forsake, the danger lies not here. | and hence yield unto them, and mourn not under them, those will ruin Churches: some Sins you have forsaken, and could forsake, the danger lies not Here. | cc av vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvb xx p-acp pno32, d vmb vvi n2: d n2 pn22 vhb vvn, cc vmd vvi, dt n1 vvz xx av. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 52 | Page 7 |
174 | Wrath goeth out against Iehosaphat because he loved him who hated the Lord, 2 Chron. 19. 2. 4. When the Church laies by her weapons. | Wrath Goes out against Jehoshaphat Because he loved him who hated the Lord, 2 Chronicles 19. 2. 4. When the Church lays by her weapons. | n1 vvz av p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vvd pno31 r-crq vvd dt n1, crd np1 crd crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 52 | Page 7 |
175 | No Kingdom can be kept safe in an ordinary way, where all their weapons are taken from them, | No Kingdom can be kept safe in an ordinary Way, where all their weapons Are taken from them, | dx n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt j n1, c-crq d po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 53 | Page 7 |
176 | or not used by them, when their 〈 ◊ 〉 upon their borders: | or not used by them, when their 〈 ◊ 〉 upon their borders: | cc xx vvn p-acp pno32, c-crq po32 〈 sy 〉 p-acp po32 n2: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 53 | Page 7 |
177 | When the Church hang by, and lay aside Faith (the shield whereby we defend our selves) and prayer (whereby we offend our enemies) what safety is to be expected now in Churches? Only be strong (saith the Lord to Ioshuah ) when he went out upon that great service of the Lord, Iosh. 1. 7. Eph. 6. 13. There is no more fearful sign of ruine to a Church, | When the Church hang by, and lay aside Faith (the shield whereby we defend our selves) and prayer (whereby we offend our enemies) what safety is to be expected now in Churches? Only be strong (Says the Lord to Joshua) when he went out upon that great service of the Lord, Joshua 1. 7. Ephesians 6. 13. There is no more fearful Signen of ruin to a Church, | c-crq dt n1 vvb p-acp, cc vvd av n1 (dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2) cc n1 (c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2) r-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp n2? j vbb j (vvz dt n1 p-acp np1) c-crq pns31 vvd av p-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dx av-dc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 53 | Page 8 |
178 | than where the Spirit of prayer begins to fail; | than where the Spirit of prayer begins to fail; | cs c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pc-acp vvi; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 53 | Page 8 |
179 | and verily if any people under Heaven are ready to miscarry herein, we (that have our fill of peace, | and verily if any people under Heaven Are ready to miscarry herein, we (that have our fill of peace, | cc av-j cs d n1 p-acp n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi av, pns12 (cst vhb po12 n1 pp-f n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 53 | Page 8 |
180 | and our yokes broken off from our shoulders) are in most danger; but if it be so, look for such shakings of all hearts, and Churches also, | and our yokes broken off from our shoulders) Are in most danger; but if it be so, look for such shakings of all hearts, and Churches also, | cc po12 n2 vvn a-acp p-acp po12 n2) vbr p-acp ds n1; cc-acp cs pn31 vbb av, vvb p-acp d n2 pp-f d n2, cc n2 av, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 53 | Page 8 |
181 | as shall make you find your tongues; and knees, and eares, and hearts again, if the Lord means to dwell with you. | as shall make you find your tongues; and knees, and ears, and hearts again, if the Lord means to dwell with you. | c-acp vmb vvi pn22 vvb po22 n2; cc n2, cc n2, cc n2 av, cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 53 | Page 8 |
182 | 5. Not bringing forth the fruits of the Kingdom, Mat. 21. 43. Cut that Church down that cumbers the ground, | 5. Not bringing forth the fruits of the Kingdom, Mathew 21. 43. cut that Church down that cumbers the ground, | crd xx vvg av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd n1 cst n1 a-acp d n2 dt n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 54 | Page 8 |
183 | after many years pruning and wetting. That Kingdom where there is Church-trading, but no considerable gain coming in, will consume quickly, and die of it self. | After many Years pruning and wetting. That Kingdom where there is Church-trading, but no considerable gain coming in, will consume quickly, and die of it self. | p-acp d n2 vvg cc n-vvg. cst n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz j, cc-acp dx j n1 vvg p-acp, vmb vvi av-j, cc vvi pp-f pn31 n1. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 54 | Page 8 |
184 | Fruit is the last end of the tree: | Fruit is the last end of the tree: | n1 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 54 | Page 8 |
185 | All duties you do, wherein you attain nor, or (at least) aim not at your last and utmost end, | All duties you do, wherein you attain nor, or (At least) aim not At your last and utmost end, | d n2 pn22 vdb, c-crq pn22 vvb ccx, cc (p-acp ds) vvb xx p-acp po22 ord cc j n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 54 | Page 8 |
186 | but make your selves your own end, that is not fruit; Fruit refresheth others that tast it; | but make your selves your own end, that is not fruit; Fruit refresheth Others that taste it; | cc-acp vvb po22 n2 po22 d n1, cst vbz xx n1; n1 vvz n2-jn cst vvb pn31; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 54 | Page 8 |
189 | This puls down Kingdoms without help of foreign enemies. If a Kingdom thrusts swords into each others bellies, this will soon dispatch them. | This puls down Kingdoms without help of foreign enemies. If a Kingdom thrusts swords into each Others bellies, this will soon dispatch them. | d vvz a-acp n2 p-acp n1 pp-f j n2. cs dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp d n2-jn n2, d vmb av vvi pno32. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
190 | It's the Jesuits plot to subdue by private divisions, whom they cannot conquer by force of Armes: | It's the Jesuits plot to subdue by private divisions, whom they cannot conquer by force of Arms: | pn31|vbz dt np2 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, ro-crq pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n2: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
191 | It was most pleasing to Satan to prevail with Christ to cast himself down headlong from the Pinacle, rather than to fling him down himself. | It was most pleasing to Satan to prevail with christ to cast himself down headlong from the Pinnacle, rather than to fling him down himself. | pn31 vbds av-ds j-vvg p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi px31 a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, av-c cs pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp px31. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
192 | It is the delight of Hell to set & see Churches at variance among themselves, this is the first thing he attempts in the best Churches, | It is the delight of Hell to Set & see Churches At variance among themselves, this is the First thing he attempts in the best Churches, | pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp px32, d vbz dt ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt js n2, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
193 | and it is commonly prosperous, if the Lord leaves the watchmen to slumber, and not to be watchful, | and it is commonly prosperous, if the Lord leaves the watchmen to slumber, and not to be watchful, | cc pn31 vbz av-j j, cs dt n1 vvz dt n2 pc-acp vvi, cc xx pc-acp vbi j, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
194 | and fearful, and sudddenly sensible of the least beginnings herein. It is a wonderful thing to see what a small occasion of offence will do; | and fearful, and suddenly sensible of the least beginnings herein. It is a wondered thing to see what a small occasion of offence will do; | cc j, cc av-j j pp-f dt ds n2 av. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vdi; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
195 | a word, a gesture, a garment, a matter of indifferency, 'tis strange to see, how such small matters will gore, | a word, a gesture, a garment, a matter of indifferency, it's strange to see, how such small matters will gore, | dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, c-crq d j n2 vmb vvi, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
196 | if Satans head be in them, and his Horns be set upon them, especially in Churches where men are set at liberty, | if Satan head be in them, and his Horns be Set upon them, especially in Churches where men Are Set At liberty, | cs npg1 n1 vbb p-acp pno32, cc po31 n2 vbb vvn p-acp pno32, av-j p-acp n2 c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
197 | and enjoy it, one must have liberty to speak one thing, and another, another thing, I am of this mind saith one, I am not of that mind (Brother) saith another: | and enjoy it, one must have liberty to speak one thing, and Another, Another thing, I am of this mind Says one, I am not of that mind (Brother) Says Another: | cc vvi pn31, pi vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi crd n1, cc j-jn, j-jn n1, pns11 vbm pp-f d n1 vvz pi, pns11 vbm xx pp-f d n1 (n1) vvz j-jn: | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
198 | 'Tis wonderful to see what a fire, a secret smother, and smoak of suspition will do. | It's wondered to see what a fire, a secret smother, and smoke of suspicion will do. | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1, dt j-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vdi. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
199 | But oh take heed here, Gal. 5. 15. Love the Truth, receive no opinion differing from the most approved in the Church suddenly, | But o take heed Here, Gal. 5. 15. Love the Truth, receive no opinion differing from the most approved in the Church suddenly, | p-acp uh vvb n1 av, np1 crd crd n1 dt n1, vvb dx n1 vvg p-acp dt av-ds vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
200 | but weep, and pray, and ask councel, and tremble to entertain a thought of contention; | but weep, and pray, and ask council, and tremble to entertain a Thought of contention; | cc-acp vvb, cc vvb, cc vvi n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
201 | The first sin which brake out in the first Christian Church, was •urmuring, Acts 6. 1. What followes? Stephen an earthly Angel, full of the holy Ghost, suffers, | The First since which brake out in the First Christian Church, was •urmuring, Acts 6. 1. What follows? Stephen an earthly Angel, full of the holy Ghost, suffers, | dt ord n1 r-crq vvd av p-acp dt ord np1 n1, vbds vvg, n2 crd crd q-crq vvz? np1 dt j n1, j pp-f dt j n1, vvz, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
202 | and is taken from them, Acts 7. And after this the whole Church scattered, Acts 8. Oh keep the peace of the Church, | and is taken from them, Acts 7. And After this the Whole Church scattered, Acts 8. O keep the peace of the Church, | cc vbz vvn p-acp pno32, n2 crd cc p-acp d dt j-jn n1 vvn, n2 crd uh vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
203 | and rend it not for small matters, love one another sincerely, and you cannot but live together quietly. | and rend it not for small matters, love one Another sincerely, and you cannot but live together quietly. | cc vvb pn31 xx p-acp j n2, vvb pi j-jn av-j, cc pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi av av-jn. | (6) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 8 |
204 | CHAP. III. Concerning the Coming of Christ, and the security of Professors. SECT. I. THus much of the place; | CHAP. III. Concerning the Coming of christ, and the security of Professors. SECT. I. THus much of the place; | np1 np1. vvg dt vvg pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. n1. np1 av d pp-f dt n1; | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 55 | Page 9 |
205 | now let us consider of the time when, this preparation is made, set down in that word Then, which word hath reference to the 37th v. of the 24th ch. viz. to the daies of the coming of the Son of man. | now let us Consider of the time when, this preparation is made, Set down in that word Then, which word hath Referente to the 37th v. of the 24th changed. viz. to the days of the coming of the Son of man. | av vvb pno12 vvi pp-f dt n1 c-crq, d n1 vbz vvn, vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 av, r-crq n1 vhz n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord vvn. n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 56 | Page 9 |
206 | Now when are these daies? |
Now when Are these days? | av c-crq vbr d n2? | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 57 | Page 9 |
239 | but part of the daies of the coming of the Son of man, wherein the Churches (especially in these places) grow to be Virgin-Professours: | but part of the days of the coming of the Son of man, wherein the Churches (especially in these places) grow to be Virgin-professors: | cc-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n2 (av-j p-acp d n2) vvb pc-acp vbi j: | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 10 |
629 | Prisoners would give any mony, much more love, for the Judges Favour. | Prisoners would give any money, much more love, for the Judges Favour. | np1 vmd vvi d n1, av-d av-dc n1, p-acp dt ng1 n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
207 | We shall read both in Prophetical and Apostolical writings, |
We shall read both in Prophetical and Apostolical writings, that all the time from the Ascension to the second coming of christ, is called the last days, Acts 2. 16, 17. Hence the Primitive Churches did (long since) and all the Churches At this day ought, to live in a daily expectation of his coming again, as these Virgins Here did. | pns12 vmb vvi d p-acp j cc j n2-vvg, cst d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord n-vvg pp-f np1, vbz vvn dt ord n2, n2 crd crd, crd av dt j n2 vdd (av-j c-acp) cc d dt n2 p-acp d n1 vmd, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvg av, c-acp d n2 av vdd. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
208 | And hence some think, than all this time may be the daies of the coming of Christ, wherein all the Churches either do, | And hence Some think, than all this time may be the days of the coming of christ, wherein all the Churches either do, | cc av d vvb, cs d d n1 vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f np1, c-crq d dt n2 d vdb, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
209 | or should look out for the coming of Christ. | or should look out for the coming of christ. | cc vmd vvi av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
210 | Now although I dare not exclude these daies (in a large sense) from being the daies of Christ's coming, | Now although I Dare not exclude these days (in a large sense) from being the days of Christ's coming, | av cs pns11 vvb xx vvi d n2 (p-acp dt j n1) p-acp vbg dt n2 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
211 | as being the last daies, and it being the duty of all to wait for this coming of Christ, | as being the last days, and it being the duty of all to wait for this coming of christ, | c-acp vbg dt ord n2, cc pn31 vbg dt n1 pp-f d pc-acp vvi p-acp d n-vvg pp-f np1, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
212 | as well as those who lived long before us, 1 Thes. 1. 10. 1 Cor. 1. 7. Yet I believe here is meant more particularly the latter part of those last daies: | as well as those who lived long before us, 1 Thebes 1. 10. 1 Cor. 1. 7. Yet I believe Here is meant more particularly the latter part of those last days: | c-acp av c-acp d r-crq vvd av-j p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd av pns11 vvb av vbz vvn av-dc av-j dt d n1 pp-f d ord n2: | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
213 | For our Saviour having foretold of many things which shall fall out before his second coming, | For our Saviour having foretold of many things which shall fallen out before his second coming, | c-acp po12 n1 vhg vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq vmb vvi av p-acp po31 ord n-vvg, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
214 | yet he seems to single out some particular time in these last daies; | yet he seems to single out Some particular time in these last days; | av pns31 vvz p-acp j av d j n1 p-acp d ord n2; | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
215 | to which he doth annexe this [ then ] and that is evident to all that view well the Text, that they are the daies of his coming, | to which he does annex this [ then ] and that is evident to all that view well the Text, that they Are the days of his coming, | p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz vvi d [ cs ] cc cst vbz j p-acp d cst vvb av dt n1, cst pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
216 | for though all the daies of the Gospel may be called the daies of the Son of man, | for though all the days of the Gospel may be called the days of the Son of man, | c-acp cs d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
217 | and some daies especially wherein there is some kind of coming of the Son of man, | and Some days especially wherein there is Some kind of coming of the Son of man, | cc d n2 av-j c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
218 | as when he comes to hear prayers, Luke 18. 8. yet to speak properly, they are not the daies of the coming of the Son of man. | as when he comes to hear Prayers, Lycia 18. 8. yet to speak properly, they Are not the days of the coming of the Son of man. | c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n2, av crd crd av pc-acp vvi av-j, pns32 vbr xx dt n2 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
219 | And look as the daies of Noah were not all the daies from the Creation to the Deluge, | And look as the days of Noah were not all the days from the Creation to the Deluge, | cc vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr xx d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
220 | but those particular years before the Flood, so 'tis here, some special times before his coming, are the daies of his coming. SECT. II. | but those particular Years before the Flood, so it's Here, Some special times before his coming, Are the days of his coming. SECT. II | cc-acp d j n2 p-acp dt n1, av pn31|vbz av, d j n2 p-acp po31 n-vvg, vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg. n1. crd | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 58 | Page 9 |
221 | BUt what is this Coming of Christ? There is a double coming of Christ. | BUt what is this Coming of christ? There is a double coming of christ. | p-acp r-crq vbz d vvg pp-f np1? pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n-vvg pp-f np1. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 59 | Page 9 |
222 | 1. His coming to call the Iews, and to gather in the fulnesse of the Gentiles with them, |
1. His coming to call the Iews, and to gather in the fullness of the Gentiles with them, which is called the brightness of his coming, 2 Thebes 2. 8. When there shall be such a brightness of the Truth shining forth in the world, armed with such Instruments as shall utterly destroy Antichrist, long before his second coming, Rev. 19. 19, 20. | crd po31 vvg pc-acp vvi dt np2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j p-acp pno32, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, crd np1 crd crd c-crq a-acp vmb vbi d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg av p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp vmb av-j vvi np1, av-j p-acp po31 ord n-vvg, n1 crd crd, crd | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 61 | Page 9 |
223 | 2. His coming to Judgement, Heb. 9. 28. 1 Cor. 15. 23, 24. When there shall be an universal resurrection of good and bad, 1 Thes. 4. 15, 16, 17, | 2. His coming to Judgement, Hebrew 9. 28. 1 Cor. 15. 23, 24. When there shall be an universal resurrection of good and bad, 1 Thebes 4. 15, 16, 17, | crd po31 vvg p-acp n1, np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd, crd c-crq a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f j cc j, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 9 |
277 | 3. Hence man having lost God, and all good there, seeks for it in the creature, | 3. Hence man having lost God, and all good there, seeks for it in the creature, | crd av n1 vhg vvn np1, cc d j a-acp, vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 74 | Page 12 |
224 | Now although it be true, that at the time of the coming of Christ, to call the Iews, the Churches like chast Virgins shall wait and make themselves ready for the marriage of the Lamb, Rev. 19. 7. Yet the second coming of Christ seems to be the time which is here directly pointed at. | Now although it be true, that At the time of the coming of christ, to call the Iews, the Churches like chaste Virgins shall wait and make themselves ready for the marriage of the Lamb, Rev. 19. 7. Yet the second coming of christ seems to be the time which is Here directly pointed At. | av cs pn31 vbb j, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt np2, dt n2 av-j j n2 vmb vvi cc vvi px32 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd crd av dt ord n-vvg pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 r-crq vbz av av-j vvn p-acp. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
225 | Then shall those Churches be Virgin-Churche; waiting for Christ's coming, both to their particular judgment, but especially to the general judgment, | Then shall those Churches be Virgin-Churche; waiting for Christ's coming, both to their particular judgement, but especially to the general judgement, | av vmb d n2 vbb n1; vvg p-acp npg1 n-vvg, av-d p-acp po32 j n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j n1, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
226 | when he shall appear as a glorious Bridegroom to the consolation and salvation of those who in truth have waited for him the second •ime: | when he shall appear as a glorious Bridegroom to the consolation and salvation of those who in truth have waited for him the second •ime: | c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d r-crq p-acp n1 vhb vvn p-acp pno31 dt ord n1: | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
227 | For this coming of Christ spoken of in these two chapters, is that coming which is in power and great Glory (not in the Churches spiritually) but in the clouds of Heaven, chap. 24. 30. Wherein he shall separate the sheep from the goats, the one to lie among Devils, the other to possesse (not an earthly Kingdom here for a thousand years, | For this coming of christ spoken of in these two Chapters, is that coming which is in power and great Glory (not in the Churches spiritually) but in the Clouds of Heaven, chap. 24. 30. Wherein he shall separate the sheep from the Goats, the one to lie among Devils, the other to possess (not an earthly Kingdom Here for a thousand Years, | c-acp d n-vvg pp-f np1 vvn pp-f p-acp d crd n2, vbz d n-vvg r-crq vbz p-acp n1 cc j n1 (xx p-acp dt n2 av-j) p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, n1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2, dt pi pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, dt j-jn pc-acp vvi (xx dt j n1 av p-acp dt crd n2, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
228 | as some from mistaking the meaning of the 20th ch. of the Revel. imagine) but to inherit the Kingdom prepared for them from the foundation of the world, Mat. 25. 34. which cannot be any be ter, not any other, | as Some from mistaking the meaning of the 20th changed. of the Revel. imagine) but to inherit the Kingdom prepared for them from the Foundation of the world, Mathew 25. 34. which cannot be any be ter, not any other, | c-acp d p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt ord vvn. pp-f dt vvb. vvb) cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd r-crq vmbx vbi d vbi zz, xx d n-jn, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
229 | than the third Heaven, where the face of God is seen, and where he hath had an innumerable Host of glorious Angels, his Subjects to serve him, not only since the first time of mans creation, | than the third Heaven, where the face of God is seen, and where he hath had an innumerable Host of glorious Angels, his Subject's to serve him, not only since the First time of men creation, | cs dt ord n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, cc c-crq pns31 vhz vhn dt j n1 pp-f j n2, po31 n2-jn pc-acp vvi pno31, xx av-j c-acp dt ord n1 pp-f ng1 n1, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
230 | but the first foundation of the world, Gen. 1. 1. Which also Christ himself is gone to prepare for us, Iohn 14. 2, 3. And which Abrahams Faith only expected, | but the First Foundation of the world, Gen. 1. 1. Which also christ himself is gone to prepare for us, John 14. 2, 3. And which Abrahams Faith only expected, | cc-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd r-crq av np1 px31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, np1 crd crd, crd cc r-crq npg1 n1 av-j vvn, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
231 | even a City which was not earthly, but heavenly, which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God, Heb. 11. 10, 11. So that although this Parable looks most directly unto those times which are yet to come, | even a city which was not earthly, but heavenly, which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God, Hebrew 11. 10, 11. So that although this Parable looks most directly unto those times which Are yet to come, | av dt n1 r-crq vbds xx j, cc-acp j, r-crq vhz n2, rg-crq n1 cc n1 vbz np1, np1 crd crd, crd av cst cs d n1 vvz av-ds av-j p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr av pc-acp vvi, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
232 | yet as all examples registred in holy Scripture for time past, are applicable and useful for us, | yet as all Examples registered in holy Scripture for time past, Are applicable and useful for us, | av c-acp d n2 vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 j, vbr j cc j p-acp pno12, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
233 | so these that are yet to come, are alike instructive to us, especially in these times and places, wherein the Lord (according to his manner of working great things usually) gives among us some small, | so these that Are yet to come, Are alike instructive to us, especially in these times and places, wherein the Lord (according to his manner of working great things usually) gives among us Some small, | av d cst vbr av pc-acp vvi, vbr av j p-acp pno12, av-j p-acp d n2 cc n2, c-crq dt n1 (vvg p-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvg j n2 av-j) vvz p-acp pno12 d j, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
234 | yet lively resemblance of those daies. SECT. III. | yet lively resemblance of those days. SECT. III. | av j n1 pp-f d n2. n1. np1. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 62 | Page 10 |
235 | That in those daies of Christ's coming, |
That in those days of Christ's coming, wherein the Churches of christ, and Professors of the Gospel shall grow Virgin-Churches, all visible Saints, | cst p-acp d n2 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi n2, d j n2, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 63 | Page 10 |
236 | when all Members seem to be espoused Christ, yet there will be found desperate folly in some, | when all Members seem to be espoused christ, yet there will be found desperate folly in Some, | c-crq d n2 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn np1, av pc-acp vmb vbi vvn j n1 p-acp d, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 63 | Page 10 |
237 | and in time great security will fall upon all. | and in time great security will fallen upon all. | cc p-acp n1 j n1 vmb vvi p-acp d. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 63 | Page 10 |
238 | Some there are who think the daies we live in now, are not only the daies of the Son of man, | some there Are who think the days we live in now, Are not only the days of the Son of man, | d a-acp vbr r-crq vvb dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp av, vbr xx av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 10 |
240 | Our judgments hold it, our practise maintaines it, all Church-members are and must be visible Saints, visible Believers, Virgins espoused to Christ, escaping the pollutions of Idolatry and the world: | Our Judgments hold it, our practice maintains it, all Church-members Are and must be visible Saints, visible Believers, Virgins espoused to christ, escaping the pollutions of Idolatry and the world: | po12 n2 vvb pn31, po12 n1 vvz pn31, d n2 vbr cc vmb vbi j n2, j n2, n2 vvn p-acp np1, vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 cc dt n1: | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 10 |
241 | Take heed the Lord find not many of you foolish, take heed you that are not so, that in time you grow not secure; | Take heed the Lord find not many of you foolish, take heed you that Are not so, that in time you grow not secure; | vvb n1 dt n1 vvb xx d pp-f pn22 j, vvb n1 pn22 cst vbr xx av, cst p-acp n1 pn22 vvb xx j; | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 10 |
242 | you have the pillow of peace to lie on, and the cares of the world to make you dream away your time, | you have the pillow of peace to lie on, and the Cares of the world to make you dream away your time, | pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb av po22 n1, | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 10 |
243 | and you have no pinching persecutions to awaken you, and if no wrestlings within, look for security there. | and you have no pinching persecutions to awaken you, and if no wrestlings within, look for security there. | cc pn22 vhb dx j-vvg n2 pc-acp vvi pn22, cc cs dx n2 a-acp, vvb p-acp n1 a-acp. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 10 |
244 | Folly will be the death and bane of some, hence boast not. Security, a sleeping sicknesse will be the disease of others, if the Lord prevent not: | Folly will be the death and bane of Some, hence boast not. Security, a sleeping sickness will be the disease of Others, if the Lord prevent not: | n1 vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d, av vvb xx. n1, dt j-vvg n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cs dt n1 vvb xx: | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 10 |
245 | But I intend to anchor here, only to set up markes at these Flats, that you may avoid them and come not near them. | But I intend to anchor Here, only to Set up marks At these Flats, that you may avoid them and come not near them. | cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av, av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 p-acp d n2, cst pn22 vmb vvi pno32 cc vvb xx av-j pno32. | (7) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 10 |
246 | CHAP. IV. Sheweth that the Soul that will enjoy Communion with Christ, must be divorced from all other Lords, particularly from Lusts, and from the Law. | CHAP. IV. Shows that the Soul that will enjoy Communion with christ, must be divorced from all other lords, particularly from Lustiest, and from the Law. | np1 np1 vvz cst dt n1 cst vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, av-j p-acp n2, cc p-acp dt n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 11 |
247 | The manner of its Espousalsunto Christ. SECT. I. NOw therefore to come to the Third thing; | The manner of its Espousalsunto christ. SECT. I. NOw Therefore to come to the Third thing; | dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1. n1. np1 av av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 64 | Page 11 |
248 | the persons that make this preparation are set forth, 1. In what they all agree in, | the Persons that make this preparation Are Set forth, 1. In what they all agree in, | dt n2 cst vvb d n1 vbr vvn av, crd p-acp r-crq pns32 d vvi p-acp, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 65 | Page 11 |
249 | and that is, first in that they are all Virgins; What are these? Ans. To omit the Popish Interpretation of their Nuns, and mock-Virgins. | and that is, First in that they Are all Virgins; What Are these? Ans. To omit the Popish Interpretation of their Nuns, and mock-Virgins. | cc d vbz, ord p-acp cst pns32 vbr d n2; q-crq vbr d? np1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc n2. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 65 | Page 11 |
250 | I shall rather make use of Scripture to give light to interpret this place; for opening of it, know, the whole Church may be called the Spouse of Christ, | I shall rather make use of Scripture to give Light to interpret this place; for opening of it, know, the Whole Church may be called the Spouse of christ, | pns11 vmb av-c vvi n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi d n1; c-acp vvg pp-f pn31, vvb, dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
251 | and take every member alone, a Virgin attending on this Spouse, Psal. 45. nay the Apostle, 2. Cor. 11. 2. calls the whole Church a Virgin, so that by Virgins are meant whole particular Churches of Christ, together with the several Members thereof. | and take every member alone, a Virgae attending on this Spouse, Psalm 45. nay the Apostle, 2. Cor. 11. 2. calls the Whole Church a Virgae, so that by Virgins Are meant Whole particular Churches of christ, together with the several Members thereof. | cc vvb d n1 av-j, dt n1 vvg p-acp d n1, np1 crd uh-x dt n1, crd np1 crd crd vvz dt j-jn n1 dt n1, av cst p-acp n2 vbr vvn j-jn j n2 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt j n2 av. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
252 | Now Virgins are such as are fit for marriage, and not defiled with any man, | Now Virgins Are such as Are fit for marriage, and not defiled with any man, | av n2 vbr d c-acp vbr j p-acp n1, cc xx vvn p-acp d n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
253 | as it's said of Rebecca: so by Virgins are meant those that are not polluted within, | as it's said of Rebecca: so by Virgins Are meant those that Are not polluted within, | c-acp pn31|vbz vvn pp-f np1: av p-acp n2 vbr vvn d cst vbr xx vvn a-acp, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
254 | or without with the evils of the world, Rev. 14. 4. but more is to be understood here, 2 Cor. 11. 2. when once marriage is come, they cease to be Virgins, and are Wives; | or without with the evils of the world, Rev. 14. 4. but more is to be understood Here, 2 Cor. 11. 2. when once marriage is come, they cease to be Virgins, and Are Wives; | cc p-acp p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1, n1 crd crd p-acp dc vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av, crd np1 crd crd c-crq a-acp n1 vbz vvn, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n2, cc vbr n2; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
255 | yet when espoused to Christ, now they are spiritually Virgins; hence these here are only like to Virgins: | yet when espoused to christ, now they Are spiritually Virgins; hence these Here Are only like to Virgins: | av c-crq vvn p-acp np1, av pns32 vbr av-j n2; av d av vbr av-j j p-acp n2: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
256 | so that the meaning of Virgins is this; | so that the meaning of Virgins is this; | av cst dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz d; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
257 | by Virgins is meant such Churches, or members of Churches as are divorced from all other Lovers, | by Virgins is meant such Churches, or members of Churches as Are divorced from all other Lovers, | p-acp n2 vbz vvn d n2, cc n2 pp-f n2 c-acp vbr vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
258 | and matcht only to Jesus Christ: | and matched only to jesus christ: | cc vvn av-j p-acp np1 np1: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
397 | 2. When married to the Law. I should account it happy if any be found out. | 2. When married to the Law. I should account it happy if any be found out. | crd c-crq vvn p-acp dt n1. pns11 vmd vvi pn31 j cs d vbb vvn av. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 94 | Page 16 |
259 | these only look for the coming of Christ, and communion with him, these only are received into communion. SECT. II. WHoever look for everlasting Communion with the Bridegroom of the Church, |
these only look for the coming of christ, and communion with him, these only Are received into communion. SECT. II WHoever look for everlasting Communion with the Bridegroom of the Church, Iesus christ, must be Virgins Divorced from all Others ▪ and Espoused only to Iesus christ. | d j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, cc n1 p-acp pno31, d av-j vbr vvn p-acp n1. n1. crd r-crq vvb p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 np1, vmb vbi n2 vvn p-acp d n2-jn ▪ cc vvn av-j p-acp np1 np1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 66 | Page 11 |
260 | Here were indeed foolish ones among these, yet as foolish and blind as they were, they saw that this was the way, to be like the wise, to be Virgins as well as they, Psal. 45. 10, 11. Ier. 3. 19, 20. as a Wife departs, so ye; | Here were indeed foolish ones among these, yet as foolish and blind as they were, they saw that this was the Way, to be like the wise, to be Virgins as well as they, Psalm 45. 10, 11. Jeremiah 3. 19, 20. as a Wife departs, so you; | av vbdr av j pi2 p-acp d, av c-acp j cc j c-acp pns32 vbdr, pns32 vvd cst d vbds dt n1, pc-acp vbi av-j dt j, pc-acp vbi n2 c-acp av c-acp pns32, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt n1 vvz, av pn22; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 68 | Page 11 |
261 | but how shall I put thee among the Children, &c. you shall call me my Father, i. e. | but how shall I put thee among the Children, etc. you shall call me my Father, i. e. | p-acp q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 p-acp dt n2, av pn22 vmb vvi pno11 po11 n1, uh. sy. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 68 | Page 11 |
262 | one instead of all other things, and shall not turn aside from me, Hos. 2. 23. there is their communion; | one instead of all other things, and shall not turn aside from me, Hos. 2. 23. there is their communion; | crd av pp-f d j-jn n2, cc vmb xx vvi av p-acp pno11, np1 crd crd a-acp vbz po32 n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 68 | Page 11 |
263 | Hence the Lord will, 1. take away the names of Baa•im; 2. Betroth them to himself. SECT. III. | Hence the Lord will, 1. take away the names of Baa•im; 2. Betrothed them to himself. SECT. III. | av dt n1 vmb, crd vvb av dt n2 pp-f vvb; crd vvi pno32 p-acp px31. n1. np1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 68 | Page 11 |
264 | WHat is it to be divorced from all other Lovers? |
WHat is it to be divorced from all other Lovers? | q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n2? | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 69 | Page 11 |
265 | Idolatry is called Whoredom in Scripture, and this is one thing, |
Idolatry is called Whoredom in Scripture, and this is one thing, the Soul must be Divorced from, | n1 vbz vvn n1 p-acp n1, cc d vbz crd n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 70 | Page 12 |
266 | before it can be match'd to the Lord, Hos. 2. 2. I shall not need to press this here; | before it can be matched to the Lord, Hos. 2. 2. I shall not need to press this Here; | c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d av; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 70 | Page 12 |
267 | but there are two other things which I shall shew, for there are two things that every man doth before he is espoused to the Lord Jesus; | but there Are two other things which I shall show, for there Are two things that every man does before he is espoused to the Lord jesus; | cc-acp pc-acp vbr crd j-jn n2 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, c-acp pc-acp vbr crd n2 cst d n1 vdz p-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 70 | Page 12 |
268 | either first he departs and goes a whoring by unlawfully lusting after the creature, Psal. 73. 27. Iames 4. 4. Or 2. He is lawfully married as he thinks unto the Law, Rom. 7. 3, 4. the Law is there compared to a Husband, from which Christ indeed delivers his, | either First he departs and Goes a whoring by unlawfully lusting After the creature, Psalm 73. 27. James 4. 4. Or 2. He is lawfully married as he thinks unto the Law, Rom. 7. 3, 4. the Law is there compared to a Husband, from which christ indeed delivers his, | d ord pns31 vvz cc vvz dt vvg p-acp av-j j-vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc crd pns31 vbz av-j vvn c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vbz a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq np1 av vvz po31, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 70 | Page 12 |
269 | yet some will stick to it: | yet Some will stick to it: | av d vmb vvi p-acp pn31: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 70 | Page 12 |
270 | either the Soul takes content in some creature more than in Christ, or in some righteousnesse more than in the Lord Jesus; | either the Soul Takes content in Some creature more than in christ, or in Some righteousness more than in the Lord jesus; | d dt n1 vvz j p-acp d n1 av-dc cs p-acp np1, cc p-acp d n1 av-dc cs p-acp dt n1 np1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 70 | Page 12 |
271 | Now to be divorced from all other things, is for the heart to be taken off from all worldly contentments. | Now to be divorced from all other things, is for the heart to be taken off from all worldly contentment's. | av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d j n2. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 70 | Page 12 |
272 | Secondly, from comforting it self in the bosom of its own work and righteousness, and this must be found in all them that look for communion with the Lord Jesus. SECT. IV. 1 THe heart must be divorced from Lusts after, and pleasures in any creature; | Secondly, from comforting it self in the bosom of its own work and righteousness, and this must be found in all them that look for communion with the Lord jesus. SECT. IV. 1 THe heart must be divorced from Lustiest After, and pleasures in any creature; | ord, p-acp vvg pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1, cc d vmb vbi vvn p-acp d pno32 cst vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. n1. np1 vvn dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 a-acp, cc n2 p-acp d n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 70 | Page 12 |
273 | for proof, we must know this: | for proof, we must know this: | p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi d: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 71 | Page 12 |
274 | 1. The soul of every man must have something to quiet and comfort it like the stomack, it's death and hell to want it (as the Israelites in the wildernesse:) hence it must have it. | 1. The soul of every man must have something to quiet and Comfort it like the stomach, it's death and hell to want it (as the Israelites in the Wilderness:) hence it must have it. | crd dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vhi pi p-acp j-jn cc vvi pn31 av-j dt n1, pn31|vbz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 (c-acp dt np1 p-acp dt n1:) av pn31 vmb vhi pn31. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 72 | Page 12 |
275 | 2. That there is nothing that can comfort the thirsty heart, but 'tis either in the spring, | 2. That there is nothing that can Comfort the thirsty heart, but it's either in the spring, | crd cst pc-acp vbz pix cst vmb vvi dt j n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz d p-acp dt n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 73 | Page 12 |
276 | or cistern, fountain, or bottles, either in God, or in the creature. | or cistern, fountain, or bottles, either in God, or in the creature. | cc n1, n1, cc n2, av-d p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 73 | Page 12 |
278 | and because he finds not enough in one, digs for it in another, Psal. 4. Who will shew us any good? and hence the Soul because it never found that infinite sweetnesse in God himself, | and Because he finds not enough in one, digs for it in Another, Psalm 4. Who will show us any good? and hence the Soul Because it never found that infinite sweetness in God himself, | cc c-acp pns31 vvz xx av-d p-acp pi, vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp j-jn, np1 crd q-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j? cc av dt n1 c-acp pn31 av-x vvd d j n1 p-acp np1 px31, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 74 | Page 12 |
279 | hence lusts after, and delights in the creature for it self, loves pleasure for pleasure, delights in creature for the creature, not for God, | hence Lustiest After, and delights in the creature for it self, loves pleasure for pleasure, delights in creature for the creature, not for God, | av n2 p-acp, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1, vvz n1 p-acp n1, vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp np1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 74 | Page 12 |
280 | why should he, seeing he never found content there? and here the soul of man cleaves night and day, committing spiritual whoredom before the face of God; | why should he, seeing he never found content there? and Here the soul of man cleaves night and day, committing spiritual whoredom before the face of God; | q-crq vmd pns31, vvg pns31 av-x vvd n1 a-acp? cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 cc n1, vvg j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 74 | Page 12 |
281 | now if ever any soul hath communion with Christ, it must be divorced from all creatures thus, | now if ever any soul hath communion with christ, it must be divorced from all creatures thus, | av cs av d n1 vhz n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2 av, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 74 | Page 12 |
282 | for Lust is a desire after, and content in the creature for the creatures sake. | for Lust is a desire After, and content in the creature for the creatures sake. | p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 a-acp, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 74 | Page 12 |
283 | 1 Because while the heart is in league with any creature besides the Lord, 'tis at deadly enmity with the Lord, |
1 Because while the heart is in league with any creature beside the Lord, it's At deadly enmity with the Lord, James 4. 4. If a man hath a rich commodity, | vvn c-acp cs dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cs dt n1 vhz dt j n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 75 | Page 12 |
284 | and one comes and offers half the worth of it, he takes it as a contempt; | and one comes and offers half the worth of it, he Takes it as a contempt; | cc pi vvz cc vvz j-jn dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 75 | Page 12 |
285 | if it be not worth this, it is worth nothing; | if it be not worth this, it is worth nothing; | cs pn31 vbb xx j d, pn31 vbz j pix; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 75 | Page 12 |
286 | so the Lord is worthy of all our love, our lives, our souls though we had a thousand of them, | so the Lord is worthy of all our love, our lives, our Souls though we had a thousand of them, | av dt n1 vbz j pp-f d po12 n1, po12 n2, po12 n2 cs pns12 vhd dt crd pp-f pno32, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 75 | Page 12 |
287 | and will a man not part with his lusts for him? I tell you the Lord takes himself sleighted, contemned, and loathed; | and will a man not part with his Lustiest for him? I tell you the Lord Takes himself sleighted, contemned, and loathed; | cc vmb dt n1 xx vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno31? pns11 vvb pn22 dt n1 vvz px31 vvn, vvn, cc vvn; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 75 | Page 12 |
288 | if not worth all a mans love, he is worth nothing; | if not worth all a men love, he is worth nothing; | cs xx j d dt ng1 n1, pns31 vbz j pix; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 75 | Page 12 |
289 | now the creature is made a God, because made a mans last end, which is as proper to God, | now the creature is made a God, Because made a men last end, which is as proper to God, | av dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1, c-acp vvn dt ng1 ord n1, r-crq vbz a-acp j p-acp np1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 75 | Page 12 |
290 | as to make him the Alpha of all. Here the greatest wrath is to give a man his fill of the creature. | as to make him the Alpha of all. Here the greatest wrath is to give a man his fill of the creature. | c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 dt np1 pp-f d. av dt js n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 po31 n1 pp-f dt n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 75 | Page 12 |
291 | 2 Because so long the soul cannot see, |
2 Because so long the soul cannot see, nor come by the eye and Fear of Faith to the Lord jesus, John 5. 44. and think christ better than all; | crd c-acp av j dt n1 vmbx vvi, ccx vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, np1 crd crd cc vvi np1 av-jc cs d; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 76 | Page 12 |
292 | as Birds in a string may fly high, but when they come to the end of the line, fall down there; | as Birds in a string may fly high, but when they come to the end of the line, fallen down there; | c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi j, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb a-acp a-acp; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 76 | Page 12 |
293 | and so though the soul flies to Christ, yet when indeed it comes to the end of parting withall, it falls down, and falls off from Christ. | and so though the soul flies to christ, yet when indeed it comes to the end of parting withal, it falls down, and falls off from christ. | cc av cs dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, av c-crq av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg av, pn31 vvz a-acp, cc vvz a-acp p-acp np1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 76 | Page 12 |
294 | Whole men have no heart nor desire after Physitians; when all limbs are whole and strong, no desire after Plaisters: | whole men have no heart nor desire After Physicians; when all limbs Are Whole and strong, no desire After Plasters: | av-jn n2 vhb dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp n2; c-crq d n2 vbr j-jn cc j, dx n1 p-acp n2: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 76 | Page 12 |
295 | so while any thing easeth and contenteth the heart, there is no desire after Christ, Hos. 4. 11. Whoredom and wine have taken away the heart. | so while any thing eases and contents the heart, there is no desire After christ, Hos. 4. 11. Whoredom and wine have taken away the heart. | av cs d n1 vvz cc vvz dt n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 vhb vvn av dt n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 76 | Page 12 |
296 | 3 Because so long the heart if it do come, cannot stay with Christ to do any thing for Christ, |
3 Because so long the heart if it do come, cannot stay with christ to do any thing for christ, Mathew 6. 24. You cannot serve God and riches, i. e. | crd c-acp av j dt n1 cs pn31 vdb vvi, vmbx vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pn22 vmbx vvi np1 cc n2, uh. sy. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 77 | Page 12 |
297 | two Masters, who have constant employment, and Christ hath set us such employment. | two Masters, who have constant employment, and christ hath Set us such employment. | crd n2, r-crq vhb j n1, cc np1 vhz vvn pno12 d n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 77 | Page 12 |
298 | Hence men on sick-beds are tame as may be, promise any thing, because their joy in the creature is gone: | Hence men on sick-beds Are tame as may be, promise any thing, Because their joy in the creature is gone: | av n2 p-acp n2 vbr j c-acp vmb vbi, vvb d n1, c-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 77 | Page 13 |
299 | Hence on the other side many men after many springings of heart are choaked by thorns of the world. | Hence on the other side many men After many springings of heart Are choked by thorns of the world. | av p-acp dt j-jn n1 d n2 p-acp d n2-vvg pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 77 | Page 13 |
300 | 4. From the abundant love that the Lord Jesus shews to them that ever have, |
4. From the abundant love that the Lord jesus shows to them that ever have, or look for communion with him. | crd p-acp dt j n1 cst dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno32 cst av vhb, cc vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 78 | Page 13 |
301 | Those to whom we shew much love, from those we expect much again. | Those to whom we show much love, from those we expect much again. | d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb d n1, p-acp d pns12 vvb d av. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 78 | Page 13 |
302 | As a man if taken or cast out to be servant, one looks not for love from him; | As a man if taken or cast out to be servant, one looks not for love from him; | p-acp dt n1 cs vvn cc vvn av pc-acp vbi n1, pi vvz xx p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 78 | Page 13 |
303 | but when a man hath given himself, and made over all his estate to another, now all love is too little. | but when a man hath given himself, and made over all his estate to Another, now all love is too little. | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn px31, cc vvd p-acp d po31 n1 p-acp j-jn, av d n1 vbz av j. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 78 | Page 13 |
304 | So 'tis with the Lord Jesus, Iohn 6. Will you also depart? SECT. V. 2 THE soul must be divorced from the Law, i. e. from comforting it self with the righteousnesse thereof: | So it's with the Lord jesus, John 6. Will you also depart? SECT. V. 2 THE soul must be divorced from the Law, i. e. from comforting it self with the righteousness thereof: | av pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 np1, np1 crd vmb pn22 av vvi? n1. n1 crd dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, sy. sy. p-acp vvg pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 av: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 78 | Page 13 |
305 | For explication of which we must consider these things. | For explication of which we must Consider these things. | p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi d n2. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 79 | Page 13 |
306 | 1. That the Lord doth not ever give a man content in his sins and lusts, | 1. That the Lord does not ever give a man content in his Sins and Lustiest, | crd cst dt n1 vdz xx av vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 80 | Page 13 |
307 | but wounds Conscience for the same. | but wounds Conscience for the same. | cc-acp vvz n1 p-acp dt d. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 80 | Page 13 |
308 | 2. That so long as the Lord wounds a mans Conscience for sin, no creature can give a man comfort or content. | 2. That so long as the Lord wounds a men Conscience for since, no creature can give a man Comfort or content. | crd cst av av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1, dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1 n1 cc n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 81 | Page 13 |
309 | A wounded spirit who can bear? Iudas casts away his silver pieces; and Belshazzar quakes, who was but even now qua••ing in his cups. | A wounded Spirit who can bear? Iudas Cast away his silver Pieces; and Belshazzar quakes, who was but even now qua••ing in his cups. | dt j-vvn n1 r-crq vmb vvi? np1 vvz av po31 n1 n2; cc np1 vvz, r-crq vbds p-acp av av vvg p-acp po31 n2. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 81 | Page 13 |
310 | As a man that hath an aking tooth, or broken bones, What can comfort him now? | As a man that hath an aching tooth, or broken bones, What can Comfort him now? | p-acp dt n1 cst vhz dt j-vvg n1, cc j-vvn n2, q-crq vmb vvi pno31 av? | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 81 | Page 13 |
311 | 3. Hereupon the Law fals upon a man, or a man meets with the Law; | 3. Hereupon the Law falls upon a man, or a man meets with the Law; | crd av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 82 | Page 13 |
312 | for as all a mans sorrow is upon him because the Law is broken, all a mans care is how he may keep it again. | for as all a men sorrow is upon him Because the Law is broken, all a men care is how he may keep it again. | c-acp c-acp d dt ng1 n1 vbz p-acp pno31 c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, d dt ng1 n1 vbz c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 82 | Page 13 |
313 | What shall I do? As a man cast in prison for debt, there all is opened; | What shall I do? As a man cast in prison for debt, there all is opened; | q-crq vmb pns11 vdi? p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n1, a-acp d vbz vvn; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 82 | Page 13 |
314 | an the Law like an earnest suitor, 1. Presleth hard for love and obedience. 2. Promiseth a rich portion, eternal life, if he can keep it; | an the Law like an earnest suitor, 1. Presleth hard for love and Obedience. 2. Promises a rich portion, Eternal life, if he can keep it; | cs dt n1 av-j dt j n1, crd vvz av-j p-acp n1 cc n1. crd vvz dt j n1, j n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi pn31; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 82 | Page 13 |
315 | If not you must be damned; therefore now forsake your sins, &c. 4. Hence the soul not knowing a better Husband, consents and resolves to cleave to it, Rom. 10. 3. Deut. 5. Whatever the Lord will have us do, we will do it; | If not you must be damned; Therefore now forsake your Sins, etc. 4. Hence the soul not knowing a better Husband, consents and resolves to cleave to it, Rom. 10. 3. Deuteronomy 5. Whatever the Lord will have us do, we will do it; | cs xx pn22 vmb vbi vvn; av av vvi po22 n2, av crd av dt n1 xx vvg dt jc n1, n2 cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd np1 crd r-crq dt n1 vmb vhi pno12 vdi, pns12 vmb vdi pn31; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 82 | Page 13 |
316 | and here it stayes, and is comforted, here it rests; | and Here it stays, and is comforted, Here it rests; | cc av pn31 vvz, cc vbz vvn, av pn31 vvz; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 83 | Page 13 |
317 | as in Asa his time all rejoyced for the Oath, 2 Chro. 15. Isai. 58. 1, 2. and if it find not perfect comfort because of imperfect work, it then closeth with Christ for to make up and piece up all, Gal. 5. 1. And now I say 'tis comforted in what it hath, | as in Asa his time all rejoiced for the Oath, 2 Chro 15. Isaiah 58. 1, 2. and if it find not perfect Comfort Because of imperfect work, it then closeth with christ for to make up and piece up all, Gal. 5. 1. And now I say it's comforted in what it hath, | c-acp p-acp np1 po31 n1 av-d vvn p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd np1 crd crd, crd cc cs pn31 vvb xx j n1 c-acp pp-f j n1, pn31 av vvz p-acp np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi a-acp d, np1 crd crd cc av pns11 vvb pn31|vbz vvn p-acp r-crq pn31 vhz, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 83 | Page 13 |
318 | and doth, and here it rests; now from hence it must be divorced: | and does, and Here it rests; now from hence it must be divorced: | cc vdz, cc av pn31 vvz; av p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vvn: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 83 | Page 13 |
319 | What need I prove it, when the Apostle hath so fully, Galat. per totum, and consider the young man, Mat. 19. Divorced, I say, the soul must be from this. | What need I prove it, when the Apostle hath so Fully, Galatians per totum, and Consider the young man, Mathew 19. Divorced, I say, the soul must be from this. | q-crq vvb pns11 vvb pn31, c-crq dt n1 vhz av av-j, np1 fw-la fw-la, cc vvb dt j n1, np1 crd vvn, pns11 vvb, dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp d. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 83 | Page 13 |
320 | 1. Because he that doth thus, sets up another Christ, and makes himself his own Saviour; | 1. Because he that does thus, sets up Another christ, and makes himself his own Saviour; | crd p-acp pns31 cst vdz av, vvz a-acp j-jn np1, cc vvz px31 po31 d n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 84 | Page 13 |
321 | can the Lord Jesus take such a soul into communion with him? Suppose a Prince be pulled by his people from his Throne, | can the Lord jesus take such a soul into communion with him? Suppose a Prince be pulled by his people from his Throne, | vmb dt n1 np1 vvb d dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31? vvb dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 84 | Page 13 |
322 | and they set up another pious vertuous Prince to Rule, will this serve the turn to say he is an honest Prince? so though duties be never so good, | and they Set up Another pious virtuous Prince to Rule, will this serve the turn to say he is an honest Prince? so though duties be never so good, | cc pns32 vvd a-acp j-jn j j n1 pc-acp vvi, vmb d vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pns31 vbz dt j n1? av cs n2 vbb av-x av j, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 84 | Page 13 |
323 | yet not to advance Christ, is to pull down Christ. | yet not to advance christ, is to pull down christ. | av xx pc-acp vvi np1, vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp np1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 84 | Page 13 |
324 | 2. Because such persons do commonly most oppose the Lord Jesus in a way of believing, | 2. Because such Persons do commonly most oppose the Lord jesus in a Way of believing, | crd p-acp d n2 vdb av-j av-ds vvi dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 85 | Page 13 |
325 | though not in a way of doing; | though not in a Way of doing; | cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f vdg; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 85 | Page 13 |
326 | the Lord hath more ado if any of these be brought home, to bring them in, they have somewhat to say for themselves, they have stronger forts, &c. The Scribes and Pharisees rejected the counsel of God against themselves, | the Lord hath more ado if any of these be brought home, to bring them in, they have somewhat to say for themselves, they have Stronger forts, etc. The Scribes and Pharisees rejected the counsel of God against themselves, | dt n1 vhz dc n1 cs d pp-f d vbb vvn av-an, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp, pns32 vhb av pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, pns32 vhb jc n2, av dt n2 cc np2 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp px32, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 85 | Page 13 |
327 | and hence no people lest to such deep desertions as these; if the Lord intend mercy to them, for they have more need than others. | and hence no people lest to such deep desertions as these; if the Lord intend mercy to them, for they have more need than Others. | cc av dx n1 cs p-acp d j-jn n2 c-acp d; cs dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vhb dc n1 cs n2-jn. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 85 | Page 13 |
328 | 3. Because hereby a man doth but make a conspiracy against Gods greatest plot that ever he had a foot, viz. to advance his free Grace, Gal. 5. 4. you are fallen from Grace, | 3. Because hereby a man does but make a Conspiracy against God's greatest plot that ever he had a foot, viz. to advance his free Grace, Gal. 5. 4. you Are fallen from Grace, | crd p-acp av dt n1 vdz p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp ng1 js n1 cst av pns31 vhd dt n1, n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1, np1 crd crd pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 86 | Page 13 |
329 | for nothing makes a man more fit to boast than works, and resting in them; | for nothing makes a man more fit to boast than works, and resting in them; | c-acp pix vvz dt n1 av-dc j pc-acp vvi cs n2, cc vvg p-acp pno32; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 86 | Page 13 |
330 | sin makes a man ashamed, and therefore if they come to Heaven, they have laid a foundation to thank themselves for somewhat; | since makes a man ashamed, and Therefore if they come to Heaven, they have laid a Foundation to thank themselves for somewhat; | n1 vvz dt n1 j, cc av cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1, pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp av; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 86 | Page 13 |
331 | hence no communion with Jesus Christ in this frame; | hence no communion with jesus christ in this frame; | av dx n1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 86 | Page 14 |
332 | no the Lord will tear down this foundation, and make the soul cry guilty, and make this Husband, the Law, to be judge, to examine, | no the Lord will tear down this Foundation, and make the soul cry guilty, and make this Husband, the Law, to be judge, to examine, | av-dx dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp d n1, cc vvi dt n1 vvb j, cc vvi d n1, dt n1, pc-acp vbi n1, pc-acp vvi, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 86 | Page 14 |
333 | and condemn, and now come and ask, what have you to plead for your life and peace, it hath no plea to shew but mércy, &c. it hath its duties evidencing against it. SECT. VI. 2 THe soul now comes to be Espoused to the Lord Jesus. Quest. How? | and condemn, and now come and ask, what have you to plead for your life and peace, it hath no plea to show but mércy, etc. it hath its duties evidencing against it. SECT. VI. 2 THe soul now comes to be Espoused to the Lord jesus. Quest. How? | cc vvi, cc av vvb cc vvi, q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, pn31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, av pn31 vhz po31 n2 vvg p-acp pn31. n1. crd. crd dt n1 av vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 np1. n1. q-crq? | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 86 | Page 14 |
334 | The soul beholding the glory of the Lord Jesus, |
The soul beholding the glory of the Lord jesus, makes choice of him, as in all Marriage bonds there is a choice made, | dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, vvz n1 pp-f pno31, c-acp p-acp d n1 n2 pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
335 | and if love be great, there is little standing on terms: let me have him though I begg with him; | and if love be great, there is little standing on terms: let me have him though I beg with him; | cc cs n1 vbb j, pc-acp vbz av-j vvg p-acp n2: vvb pno11 vhi pno31 cs pns11 vvb p-acp pno31; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
336 | so the soul sees such a sutableness in the Lord Jesus, as that it stands not on terms, let me have him though in prison with him, | so the soul sees such a suitableness in the Lord jesus, as that it Stands not on terms, let me have him though in prison with him, | av dt n1 vvz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, c-acp cst pn31 vvz xx p-acp n2, vvb pno11 vhi pno31 cs p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
337 | though in the Garden in Agonies with him, though in the Cross in desertions with him, he is enough; | though in the Garden in Agonies with him, though in the Cross in desertions with him, he is enough; | cs p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp pno31, cs p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz av-d; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
338 | as Peter when he saw Christ on the Sea, desired he might come to him there, Heb. 11. 26. Chusing the reproach of Christ, &c. And look as Christ chuseth the soul, 1. The whole soul. 2. Everlastingly. 3. Above all others: | as Peter when he saw christ on the Sea, desired he might come to him there, Hebrew 11. 26. Choosing the reproach of christ, etc. And look as christ chooseth the soul, 1. The Whole soul. 2. Everlastingly. 3. Above all Others: | c-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, vvd pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 a-acp, np1 crd crd vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, av cc vvb p-acp np1 vvz dt n1, crd dt j-jn n1. crd av-j. crd p-acp d n2-jn: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
339 | so it makes choice of Christ, whole Christ, Phil. 3. 9. 2. Everlastingly, The Lord is my portion for ever, Psalm 73. 26. And before ever you can look for communion with him, you must make this choice of him, | so it makes choice of christ, Whole christ, Philip 3. 9. 2. Everlastingly, The Lord is my portion for ever, Psalm 73. 26. And before ever you can look for communion with him, you must make this choice of him, | av pn31 vvz n1 pp-f np1, j-jn np1, np1 crd crd crd av-j, dt n1 vbz po11 n1 c-acp av, n1 crd crd cc c-acp av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f pno31, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
340 | and glad too you may have him on any terms, nay put it to any soul the Lord hath done good to, | and glad too you may have him on any terms, nay put it to any soul the Lord hath done good to, | cc j av pn22 vmb vhi pno31 p-acp d n2, uh-x vvb pn31 p-acp d n1 dt n1 vhz vdn j p-acp, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
341 | and ask it, will you have him? 'tis such a mercy I cannot conceive how one so vile as I should have it: | and ask it, will you have him? it's such a mercy I cannot conceive how one so vile as I should have it: | cc vvb pn31, vmb pn22 vhi pno31? pn31|vbz d dt n1 pns11 vmbx vvi c-crq pi av j c-acp pns11 vmd vhi pn31: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
342 | have him, the Lord of glory, the Prince of life and peace; O yes; | have him, the Lord of glory, the Prince of life and peace; Oh yes; | vhi pno31, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; uh uh; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
343 | Hence Peter said, Master, what shall we have that have forsaken all, and followed thee? you shall sit with me on Thrones; | Hence Peter said, Master, what shall we have that have forsaken all, and followed thee? you shall fit with me on Thrones; | av np1 vvd, n1, q-crq vmb pns12 vhi d vhb vvn d, cc vvd pno21? pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp n2; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
344 | and look as Christ now chuseth the soul above others, as well as in Heaven, Iohn 15. 16. so it now chuseth Christ, Whom have I in Heaven or earth; | and look as christ now chooseth the soul above Others, as well as in Heaven, John 15. 16. so it now chooseth christ, Whom have I in Heaven or earth; | cc vvb p-acp np1 av vvz dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av pn31 av vvz np1, r-crq vhb pns11 p-acp n1 cc n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
345 | many when they think of death, or are dying, then chuse him, but not now: or chuse him for outward blessings, not spiritual favour and life, Iohn 6. 26, 27. | many when they think of death, or Are dying, then choose him, but not now: or choose him for outward blessings, not spiritual favour and life, John 6. 26, 27. | d c-crq pns32 vvb pp-f n1, cc vbr vvg, av vvb pno31, cc-acp xx av: cc vvi pno31 p-acp j n2, xx j n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd, crd | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 88 | Page 14 |
346 | 2. The soul hence gives it self like one espoused to her Husband to the Lord Jesus, Cant. 2. 16. I am my beloveds; servants give work for their wages, | 2. The soul hence gives it self like one espoused to her Husband to the Lord jesus, Cant 2. 16. I am my beloveds; Servants give work for their wages, | crd dt n1 av vvz pn31 n1 av-j crd vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm po11 ng1-vvn; n2 vvb n1 p-acp po32 n2, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
347 | and masters give wages for their work, but Husbands and Wives give themselves one unto another; | and Masters give wages for their work, but Husbands and Wives give themselves one unto Another; | cc n2 vvb n2 p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp n2 cc n2 vvb px32 pi p-acp n-jn; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
348 | Suitors also give Tokens to draw on love, not themselves; | Suitors also give Tokens to draw on love, not themselves; | n2 av vvb n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, xx px32; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
349 | so servants in the Church, they do for God in hope of wages, and the Lord blesseth them it may be outwardly, | so Servants in the Church, they do for God in hope of wages, and the Lord Blesses them it may be outwardly, | av n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vdb p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 vvz pno32 pn31 vmb vbi av-j, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
350 | but he that is espoused to Christ, gives himself, Lord I can do nothing for thee, give nothing to thee, | but he that is espoused to christ, gives himself, Lord I can do nothing for thee, give nothing to thee, | cc-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp np1, vvz px31, n1 pns11 vmb vdi pix p-acp pno21, vvb pix p-acp pno21, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
351 | but I give my self to thee, that thou wouldst work in me, and by me, Rom. 6. 13. So the Lord is a suitor to many a man that never gives himself to him: | but I give my self to thee, that thou Wouldst work in me, and by me, Rom. 6. 13. So the Lord is a suitor to many a man that never gives himself to him: | cc-acp pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp pno21, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp pno11, cc p-acp pno11, np1 crd crd np1 dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 cst av-x vvz px31 p-acp pno31: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
352 | he gives them some comforts, some winning, drawing, melting me•cies, but not himself; | he gives them Some comforts, Some winning, drawing, melting me•cies, but not himself; | pns31 vvz pno32 d n2, d vvg, vvg, j-vvg n2, cc-acp xx px31; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
353 | they give him some entertainment, and good words, a thousand wishes as Capernaum did, but not themselves; | they give him Some entertainment, and good words, a thousand wishes as Capernaum did, but not themselves; | pns32 vvb pno31 d n1, cc j n2, dt crd n2 p-acp np1 vdd, cc-acp xx px32; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
354 | but this must be, if ever you look for communion with him: hence David saith, I am thine, save me; | but this must be, if ever you look for communion with him: hence David Says, I am thine, save me; | cc-acp d vmb vbi, cs av pn22 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno31: av np1 vvz, pns11 vbm png21, vvb pno11; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
355 | hence some made shipwrack of Faith, they were not the Lords; | hence Some made shipwreck of Faith, they were not the lords; | av d vvd n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vbdr xx dt n2; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
356 | hence the Lord saith, he knows who are his, 2 Tim. 2. 18, 19. his send their tokens again: | hence the Lord Says, he knows who Are his, 2 Tim. 2. 18, 19. his send their tokens again: | av dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz r-crq vbr png31, crd np1 crd crd, crd po31 vvi po32 n2 av: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
357 | for look as 'tis an evidence of much love when a man gives the dearest thing he hath, viz. his whole self to the Lord Jesus, | for look as it's an evidence of much love when a man gives the dearest thing he hath, viz. his Whole self to the Lord jesus, | p-acp vvi c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz dt js-jn n1 pns31 vhz, n1 po31 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
358 | so 'tis also an evidence of little love, when he will not give, especially anothers own: | so it's also an evidence of little love, when he will not give, especially another's own: | av pn31|vbz av dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi, av-j j-jn d: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
359 | thou art none of thine own, thou hast but little love if thou give not thy self to him, without which never look for life and communion with the Lord. | thou art none of thine own, thou hast but little love if thou give not thy self to him, without which never look for life and communion with the Lord. | pns21 vb2r pix pp-f png21 d, pns21 vh2 cc-acp j n1 cs pns21 vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp r-crq av vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 89 | Page 14 |
360 | 3. The soul hence takes full contentment in the Lord Jesus, as a Spouse hath enough, would not change for all the world, as Peter when he had a glimpse of Christs glory, Lord, let us be here: | 3. The soul hence Takes full contentment in the Lord jesus, as a Spouse hath enough, would not change for all the world, as Peter when he had a glimpse of Christ glory, Lord, let us be Here: | crd dt n1 av vvz j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, c-acp dt n1 vhz av-d, vmd xx vvi p-acp d dt n1, p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, n1, vvb pno12 vbi av: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 14 |
361 | or as Simeon that had been waiting for the consolation of Israel, when once he had Christ in his arms, Now let thy servant depart in peace: | or as Simeon that had been waiting for the consolation of Israel, when once he had christ in his arms, Now let thy servant depart in peace: | cc c-acp np1 cst vhd vbn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq a-acp pns31 vhd np1 p-acp po31 n2, av vvb po21 n1 vvi p-acp n1: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 14 |
362 | I have enough, now let me dye, and not live to sin more; | I have enough, now let me die, and not live to sin more; | pns11 vhb av-d, av vvb pno11 vvi, cc xx vvi pc-acp vvi av-dc; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 14 |
363 | and 'tis certain as there 〈 ◊ 〉 in creatures that contents the heart without Christ in an unregenerate man, | and it's certain as there 〈 ◊ 〉 in creatures that contents the heart without christ in an unregenerate man, | cc pn31|vbz j c-acp a-acp 〈 sy 〉 p-acp n2 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 15 |
364 | so contrary-wise in a regenerate, Iohn 3. 29. if hearing the Bridegroom is joy, what is h•ving him? indeed they take content in other things, | so contrariwise in a regenerate, John 3. 29. if hearing the Bridegroom is joy, what is h•ving him? indeed they take content in other things, | av j p-acp dt j-vvn, np1 crd crd cs vvg dt n1 vbz n1, r-crq vbz vvg pno31? av pns32 vvb j p-acp j-jn n2, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 15 |
365 | but as coming from the Husband; and this you must do if ever you look for communion with him; | but as coming from the Husband; and this you must do if ever you look for communion with him; | cc-acp c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; cc d pn22 vmb vdi cs av pn22 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 15 |
366 | cannot you be content with the Lord alone in Heaven? you shall never come there then, | cannot you be content with the Lord alone in Heaven? you shall never come there then, | vmbx pn22 vbb j p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp n1? pn22 vmb av-x vvi a-acp av, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 15 |
367 | lest you quarrel for want of something. | lest you quarrel for want of something. | cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f pi. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 15 |
368 | Men make nothing of this, to hathe their hearts in the sun, and joy in what they have, | Men make nothing of this, to hath their hearts in the sun, and joy in what they have, | np1 vvb pix pp-f d, pc-acp vhz po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 15 |
369 | and hope to have, but the Lord may be gone, and you grieve not; why? because o•he• things ease your hearts; | and hope to have, but the Lord may be gone, and you grieve not; why? Because o•he• things ease your hearts; | cc vvb pc-acp vhi, cc-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc pn22 vvb xx; q-crq? c-acp n1 n2 vvi po22 n2; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 15 |
370 | There can be no communion hereafter if you despite i• now. SECT. VII. | There can be no communion hereafter if you despite i• now. SECT. VII. | pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 av cs pn22 n1 n1 av. n1. np1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 90 | Page 15 |
371 | THis serves to discover the great error, most common and dangerous of the whole ch•istian wo•ld, who think that they may love and embrace the world and the Lord Jesus too, | THis serves to discover the great error, most Common and dangerous of the Whole ch•istian wo•ld, who think that they may love and embrace the world and the Lord jesus too, | d vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1, av-ds j cc j pp-f dt j-jn j n1, r-crq vvb cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 np1 av, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
372 | and •e saved at last by him too, i. e. they may not be Virgins, |
and •e saved At last by him too, i. e. they may not be Virgins, but go a whoring from christ, | cc vbi vvn p-acp ord p-acp pno31 av, sy. sy. pns32 vmb xx vbi n2, p-acp vvi dt vvg p-acp np1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
373 | and yet partake of Christ, and mercy from him: | and yet partake of christ, and mercy from him: | cc av vvi pp-f np1, cc n1 p-acp pno31: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
374 | that look as it was in those sad dayes, Isai. 4. 1. so in these dayes many lay hold on Jesus Christ, they will eat their own b•end, live on their own 〈 ◊ 〉, | that look as it was in those sad days, Isaiah 4. 1. so in these days many lay hold on jesus christ, they will eat their own b•end, live on their own 〈 ◊ 〉, | cst n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp d j n2, np1 crd crd av p-acp d n2 d vvd n1 p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vmb vvi po32 d n1, vvb p-acp po32 d 〈 sy 〉, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
375 | and wear their own apparel, their own rags, only let us be called by thy name Believers ] to take away our reproach, | and wear their own apparel, their own rags, only let us be called by thy name Believers ] to take away our reproach, | cc vvi po32 d n1, po32 d n2, av-j vvb pno12 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1 n2 ] pc-acp vvi av po12 n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
376 | for that is an open shame not to believe in Christ: For this is the prosessed thought of some; every one is a sinne; | for that is an open shame not to believe in christ: For this is the processed Thought of Some; every one is a sin; | p-acp d vbz dt j n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: c-acp d vbz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d; d pi vbz dt n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
377 | and I am one, and a great one too, and who can say his heart is clean, none can free himself from sin in this life, | and I am one, and a great one too, and who can say his heart is clean, none can free himself from since in this life, | cc pns11 vbm pi, cc dt j pi av, cc r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1 vbz j, pix vmb vvi px31 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
378 | and I cannot do it if I would: and hence look on Christ to save them, though sin slee•• in them: you cannot have both; | and I cannot do it if I would: and hence look on christ to save them, though since slee•• in them: you cannot have both; | cc pns11 vmbx vdi pn31 cs pns11 vmd: cc av vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cs n1 n1 p-acp pno32: pn22 vmbx vhb d; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
379 | I would but enquire, hath not every man something that contents him? what is it? is it the love, the fellowship of Jesus? yet, it may be at a Sacrament, | I would but inquire, hath not every man something that contents him? what is it? is it the love, the fellowship of jesus? yet, it may be At a Sacrament, | pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi, vhz xx d n1 pi cst vvz pno31? q-crq vbz pn31? vbz pn31 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1? av, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
380 | and it may be not, for thou maist say, the Lord never yet revealed his love and self unto me, never yet assured me, yet somewhat joyes thy heart. | and it may be not, for thou Mayest say, the Lord never yet revealed his love and self unto me, never yet assured me, yet somewhat Joys thy heart. | cc pn31 vmb vbi xx, c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi, dt n1 av-x av vvd po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11, av-x av vvn pno11, av av vvz po21 n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
381 | What think you, can you have the Lord, and content your selves thus with other things? why? I trust to him I hope so; it cannot be so. | What think you, can you have the Lord, and content your selves thus with other things? why? I trust to him I hope so; it cannot be so. | q-crq vvb pn22, vmb pn22 vhb dt n1, cc vvb po22 n2 av p-acp j-jn n2? q-crq? pns11 vvb p-acp pno31 pns11 vvb av; pn31 vmbx vbi av. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
382 | If the Lord Jesus was a Patron of Brothel-houses, a Protector of Stews, you might think so; | If the Lord jesus was a Patron of brothelhouses, a Protector of Stews, you might think so; | cs dt n1 np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, pn22 vmd vvi av; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
383 | some say they cannot pray to him, nor prize him; why? something else contents then besides him; | Some say they cannot pray to him, nor prize him; why? something Else contents then beside him; | d vvb pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31, ccx vvi pno31; q-crq? pi av vvz av p-acp pno31; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
384 | but know it cannot be so: I know a Saint may be taken aside, as David with envy at others prosperity; | but know it cannot be so: I know a Saint may be taken aside, as David with envy At Others Prosperity; | cc-acp vvb pn31 vmbx vbi av: pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av, c-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp ng2-jn n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
385 | but when he considers of it, O what a Beast! he returns again. | but when he considers of it, Oh what a Beast! he returns again. | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pn31, uh r-crq dt n1! pns31 vvz av. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
386 | The Raven and the Dove we sent forth, the one came again and again, the other not; | The Raven and the Dove we sent forth, the one Come again and again, the other not; | dt n1 cc dt n1 pns12 vvd av, dt pi vvd av cc av, dt n-jn xx; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
387 | therefore as Ioshua 24. brought the people to these thoughts, you cannot serve the Lord, and other gods, as Iunius notes, so bring thy self to that st•ait: | Therefore as Ioshua 24. brought the people to these thoughts, you cannot serve the Lord, and other God's, as Iunius notes, so bring thy self to that st•ait: | av c-acp np1 crd vvd dt n1 p-acp d n2, pn22 vmbx vvi dt n1, cc j-jn n2, c-acp np1 n2, av vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n1: | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
388 | O that the Lord would set on this one thing this day; | Oh that the Lord would Set on this one thing this day; | uh cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp d crd n1 d n1; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
389 | when I sadly weigh it, it consou•ds me, and makes me say, Lord who then can be saved! | when I sadly weigh it, it consou•ds me, and makes me say, Lord who then can be saved! | c-crq pns11 av-j vvb pn31, pn31 vvz pno11, cc vvz pno11 vvi, n1 r-crq av vmb vbi vvn! | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
390 | I know with God all things are possible, but this is rare. SECT. VIII. | I know with God all things Are possible, but this is rare. SECT. VIII. | pns11 vvb p-acp np1 d n2 vbr j, cc-acp d vbz j. n1. np1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 91 | Page 15 |
391 | HEnce we may learn who they are that never shall have everlasting communion with the Lord Jesus, |
HEnce we may Learn who they Are that never shall have everlasting communion with the Lord jesus, viz. those that never were esposed to him, | av pns12 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vbr d av vmb vhi j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, n1 d cst av-x vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 92 | Page 15 |
392 | and you may know this, if never yet divorced from all others besides him, Psal. 73. 25, 26. I shall stay •wh•e here, | and you may know this, if never yet divorced from all Others beside him, Psalm 73. 25, 26. I shall stay •wh•e Here, | cc pn22 vmb vvi d, cs av-x av vvn p-acp d n2-jn p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vmb vvi n1 av, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 92 | Page 15 |
393 | because there is never an unsound heart in the world, but as they say of •itches, they have some Familiar that sucks them, | Because there is never an unsound heart in the world, but as they say of •itches, they have Some Familiar that sucks them, | c-acp pc-acp vbz av-x dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvb pp-f n2, pns32 vhb d n-jn cst vvz pno32, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 92 | Page 15 |
394 | so they have some Lust that is beloved of them, some beloved there is they have given a promise to, never to forsake; | so they have Some Lust that is Beloved of them, Some Beloved there is they have given a promise to, never to forsake; | av pns32 vhb d n1 cst vbz vvn pp-f pno32, d vvn a-acp vbz pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp, av-x pc-acp vvi; | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 92 | Page 15 |
395 | and also because most men do seem and think they are Virgins espoused to Christ, and look for communion with him, and yet not divorced from all other besides him. I shall shew hence, | and also Because most men do seem and think they Are Virgins espoused to christ, and look for communion with him, and yet not divorced from all other beside him. I shall show hence, | cc av p-acp ds n2 vdb vvi cc vvb pns32 vbr n2 vvn p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc av xx vvn p-acp d n-jn p-acp pno31. pns11 vmb vvi av, | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 92 | Page 15 |
396 | 1. When the soul is in league with the creature. | 1. When the soul is in league with the creature. | crd c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. | (8) chapter (DIV2) | 93 | Page 16 |
398 | CHAP. V. Sheweth the Markes and Signes whereby the Soul may know whether he be in league or love with any lust or creature, or married to the Law. SECT. I. 1 THose that never were in bitternesse and sorrow of heart for the losse of God. | CHAP. V. Shows thee Marks and Signs whereby the Soul may know whither he be in league or love with any lust or creature, or married to the Law. SECT. I. 1 THose that never were in bitterness and sorrow of heart for the loss of God. | np1 n1 vvz pns31 vvz cc n2 c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi cs pns31 vbb p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1. n1. np1 vvn d cst av-x vbdr p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 94 | Page 16 |
399 | For these two things Are as clear as the Sun. 1. That the loss of God is the greatest loss; | p-acp d crd n2 vbr a-acp j c-acp dt n1 crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt js n1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 | |
400 | for 'tis the utmost and last plague upon the damned in Hell: | for it's the utmost and last plague upon the damned in Hell: | p-acp pn31|vbz dt j cc ord n1 p-acp dt j-vvn p-acp n1: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
401 | My Comforts, my Friends, Means, Heaven is gone, but if God were mine, I could be comforted; No, God is gone: | My Comforts, my Friends, Means, Heaven is gone, but if God were mine, I could be comforted; No, God is gone: | po11 n2, po11 n2, n2, n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp cs np1 vbdr png11, pns11 vmd vbi vvn; uh-dx, np1 vbz vvn: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
402 | Hence no sorrow for any losse so much as for this. Saul, 1 Sam. 28. 15. God is departed from me. | Hence no sorrow for any loss so much as for this. Saul, 1 Sam. 28. 15. God is departed from me. | av dx n1 p-acp d n1 av av-d c-acp p-acp d. np1, vvn np1 crd crd np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno11. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
403 | Hence sore distressed. Nay, the Lord Jesus when the Father departed for a time, and he knew he would return and visit him, cried out, My God why hast thou for saken me? 2. That all men living have lost God, Isa. 59. 1, 2. Psal. 58. 3. The wicked go astray from their womb. | Hence soar distressed. Nay, the Lord jesus when the Father departed for a time, and he knew he would return and visit him, cried out, My God why hast thou for saken me? 2. That all men living have lost God, Isaiah 59. 1, 2. Psalm 58. 3. The wicked go astray from their womb. | av av-j vvn. uh, dt n1 np1 c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvd pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno31, vvd av, po11 np1 q-crq vh2 pns21 p-acp vvn pno11? crd cst d n2 vvg vhi vvn np1, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd dt j vvi av p-acp po32 n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
404 | Now I would demand why men either seel no losse at all, or if they do, have not so much Grace as the damned in Hell, to mourn bitterly for it, | Now I would demand why men either seel no loss At all, or if they do, have not so much Grace as the damned in Hell, to mourn bitterly for it, | av pns11 vmd vvi q-crq n2 d vvb dx n1 p-acp d, cc cs pns32 vdb, vhb xx av av-d vvi p-acp dt j-vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pn31, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
405 | so as nothing can comfort them, or if they do, they are soon eased and quiered before the Lord returns? Why surely here is the great cause of it, they have some other thing to ease their hearts in the want and losse of God, Ier. 2. 13, 14. Men must have water to drink, | so as nothing can Comfort them, or if they do, they Are soon eased and quiered before the Lord returns? Why surely Here is the great cause of it, they have Some other thing to ease their hearts in the want and loss of God, Jeremiah 2. 13, 14. Men must have water to drink, | av c-acp pix vmb vvi pno32, cc cs pns32 vdb, pns32 vbr av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 vvz? q-crq av-j av vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pns32 vhb d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd np1 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
406 | why do men live from the fountain, go not to it, nay not know it? Because they have broken pits, | why do men live from the fountain, go not to it, nay not know it? Because they have broken pits, | q-crq vdb n2 vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb xx p-acp pn31, uh-x xx vvb pn31? p-acp pns32 vhb vvn n2, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
407 | and wels at their own doors: So here. | and wells At their own doors: So Here. | cc n2 p-acp po32 d n2: av av. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
408 | And hence the damned that have lived at ease here all their life time, assoon as ever dead, | And hence the damned that have lived At ease Here all their life time, As soon as ever dead, | cc av dt j-vvn cst vhb vvn p-acp n1 av d po32 n1 n1, av c-acp av j, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
409 | then they cry out of the losse of God, when 'tis too late, because while they lived, they had somwhat to ease themselves withall. | then they cry out of the loss of God, when it's too late, Because while they lived, they had somewhat to ease themselves withal. | cs pns32 vvb av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn31|vbz av j, c-acp cs pns32 vvd, pns32 vhd av pc-acp vvi px32 av. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
410 | And hence many that have lived long with convinced Spirits and guilty Conscienes, when they come to die, | And hence many that have lived long with convinced Spirits and guilty Consciences, when they come to die, | cc av d cst vhb vvn av-j p-acp j-vvn n2 cc j np1, c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
411 | then they are in perplexities of mind, agonies of heart, insomuch as their sweat trickles like water from them, | then they Are in perplexities of mind, agonies of heart, insomuch as their sweat trickles like water from them, | cs pns32 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f n1, av c-acp po32 n1 vvz av-j n1 p-acp pno32, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
412 | and their doleful outcries for losse of time, strike to the hearts of all that come near them. | and their doleful Outcries for loss of time, strike to the hearts of all that come near them. | cc po32 j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb av-j pno32. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
413 | Oh! God is gone, because now all comforts which were their Gods, and in stead of God before, have taken their final leave of them. | Oh! God is gone, Because now all comforts which were their God's, and in stead of God before, have taken their final leave of them. | uh np1 vbz vvn, c-acp av d n2 r-crq vbdr po32 n2, cc p-acp n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, vhb vvn po32 j n1 pp-f pno32. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
414 | Search your hearts therefore all you that hear me this day. | Search your hearts Therefore all you that hear me this day. | n1 po22 n2 av av-d pn22 cst vvb pno11 d n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
415 | Wast never troubled yet? Yes, I have lost my health, my child, my husband, my goods, and this hathtroubled me: | Wast never troubled yet? Yes, I have lost my health, my child, my husband, my goods, and this hathtroubled me: | vbd2s av vvn av? uh, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n2-j, cc d j-vvn-u pno11: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
416 | But tell me, Did'st never feel a losse of God blessed for ever? loss of his light, his sweetnesse, his love, his fellowship, his presence, &c. and this hath been thy intollerable load? Or if thou hast felt it, hast thou sought and found him? No, | But tell me, Didst never feel a loss of God blessed for ever? loss of his Light, his sweetness, his love, his fellowship, his presence, etc. and this hath been thy intolerable load? Or if thou hast felt it, hast thou sought and found him? No, | cc-acp vvb pno11, vdd2 av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp av? n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, av cc d vhz vbn po21 j n1? cc cs pns21 vh2 vvn pn31, vh2 pns21 vvn cc vvd pno31? uh-dx, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
417 | but art jocund in that estate, and now and then it troubles thee a little, | but art jocund in that estate, and now and then it Troubles thee a little, | cc-acp n1 j p-acp d n1, cc av cc av pn31 vvz pno21 dt j, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
418 | then 'tis certain and as clear as the Sun, there is some creature or content that thy heart is in league withal, which easeth thee in the want of God, | then it's certain and as clear as the Sun, there is Some creature or content that thy heart is in league withal, which eases thee in the want of God, | av pn31|vbz j cc p-acp j c-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz d n1 cc n1 cst po21 n1 vbz p-acp n1 av, r-crq vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
419 | and which is instead of God to thee, and which therefore is thy God. | and which is instead of God to thee, and which Therefore is thy God. | cc r-crq vbz av pp-f np1 p-acp pno21, cc r-crq av vbz po21 n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 16 |
420 | It may be thy apparel, thy wife, child, &c. and if thou die in this estate, never shalt thou have communion with Jesus Christ, The mouth of the Lord hath spoken it. | It may be thy apparel, thy wife, child, etc. and if thou die in this estate, never shalt thou have communion with jesus christ, The Mouth of the Lord hath spoken it. | pn31 vmb vbi po21 n1, po21 n1, n1, av cc cs pns21 vvb p-acp d n1, av vm2 pns21 vhi n1 p-acp np1 np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn pn31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 95 | Page 17 |
421 | 2. Dost find the Lord a stranger to thee in all his Ordinances, wherein it may be the Lord sweetly and wonderfully and mightily, | 2. Dost find the Lord a stranger to thee in all his Ordinances, wherein it may be the Lord sweetly and wonderfully and mightily, | crd vd2 vvi dt n1 dt n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp d po31 n2, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 av-j cc av-j cc av-j, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
422 | yet not alway, |
yet not always, but seasonably reveals himself to Others. | av xx av, p-acp av-j vvz px31 p-acp n2-jn. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
423 | Oh but thy heart dries and parches away, and that without much trouble under them all. | O but thy heart dries and parches away, and that without much trouble under them all. | uh p-acp po21 n1 vvz cc vvz av, cc cst p-acp d n1 p-acp pno32 d. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
424 | If so, suspect it, beleeve it that there is some league with a lust. | If so, suspect it, believe it that there is Some league with a lust. | cs av, vvb pn31, vvb pn31 d pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
425 | For there is a double life of a Christian. 1. An outward life, which others see: | For there is a double life of a Christian. 1. an outward life, which Others see: | p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt njp. crd dt j n1, r-crq n2-jn vvb: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
426 | Men see he comes to Church, prayes in the Family, &c. 2. There is a secret inward life; | Men see he comes to Church, prays in the Family, etc. 2. There is a secret inward life; | n2 vvb pns31 vvz p-acp n1, vvz p-acp dt n1, av crd pc-acp vbz dt j-jn j n1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
427 | according to that of Mat. 6. 6. Thy Father which sees in secret, which none knowes but himself, and the Lord; | according to that of Mathew 6. 6. Thy Father which sees in secret, which none knows but himself, and the Lord; | vvg p-acp d pp-f np1 crd crd po21 n1 r-crq vvz p-acp j-jn, r-crq pix vvz p-acp px31, cc dt n1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
428 | and this is an ineffable communion with God, vision of God, delight in God, &c. Psal. 45. The Kings daughter is all glorious within. | and this is an ineffable communion with God, vision of God, delight in God, etc. Psalm 45. The Kings daughter is all glorious within. | cc d vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1, n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp np1, av np1 crd dt ng1 n1 vbz d j p-acp. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
429 | There is an open life of prayer, and hearing, and fasting, and there is an inward, secret life in all these, wherein the Lord acquaints himself with his people, Psal. 63. 1, 2, 3. To see thee as I have seen thee. | There is an open life of prayer, and hearing, and fasting, and there is an inward, secret life in all these, wherein the Lord acquaints himself with his people, Psalm 63. 1, 2, 3. To see thee as I have seen thee. | pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc pc-acp vbz dt j, j-jn n1 p-acp d d, c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pc-acp vvi pno21 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
430 | Now there be divers have this open life, yet wanting the secret life. As we love not to live among Tombes, not to have communion with dead men; | Now there be diverse have this open life, yet wanting the secret life. As we love not to live among Tombs, not to have communion with dead men; | av pc-acp vbi j vhi d j n1, av vvg dt j-jn n1. c-acp pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, xx pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp j n2; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
431 | so the Lord is a stranger to them. | so the Lord is a stranger to them. | av dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno32. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
432 | He may secretly sweeten an Ordinance to them, and move them, and shake and trouble them, | He may secretly sweeten an Ordinance to them, and move them, and shake and trouble them, | pns31 vmb av-jn vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32, cc vvi cc vvi pno32, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
433 | but himself is a stranger, spiritual miseries not removed, spiritual mercies not conveyed, Isa. 58. 1, 2, 3, 4. Why have we fasted, and thou regardest not? You took pleasure saith the Lord, | but himself is a stranger, spiritual misery's not removed, spiritual Mercies not conveyed, Isaiah 58. 1, 2, 3, 4. Why have we fasted, and thou regardest not? You took pleasure Says the Lord, | cc-acp px31 vbz dt n1, j n2 xx vvn, j n2 xx vvn, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd q-crq vhb pns12 vvd, cc pns21 vvd2 xx? pn22 vvd n1 vvz dt n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
434 | and break the bonds of wickednesse, &c. I know Saints may be thus denied, and it may be for some space of time, | and break the bonds of wickedness, etc. I know Saints may be thus denied, and it may be for Some Molle of time, | cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, av pns11 vvb n2 vmb vbi av vvn, cc pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
435 | yet they quarrel not with God for denying them, but are more taken off from pleasures thereby. | yet they quarrel not with God for denying them, but Are more taken off from pleasures thereby. | av pns32 vvb xx p-acp np1 p-acp vvg pno32, cc-acp vbr dc vvn a-acp p-acp n2 av. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
436 | Thou hidst thy face, and I was troubled, though the Mount stood still. But some there be whom neither good day mends them, not bad day pairs them: | Thou hidst thy face, and I was troubled, though the Mount stood still. But Some there be whom neither good day mends them, not bad day pairs them: | pns21 vvd2 po21 n1, cc pns11 vbds vvn, cs dt n1 vvd av. p-acp d pc-acp vbi r-crq d j n1 vvz pno32, xx j n1 n2 pno32: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
437 | Surely there is some content thy heart is bewitched withal. | Surely there is Some content thy heart is bewitched withal. | av-j a-acp vbz d n1 po21 n1 vbz vvn av. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
438 | That look as 'tis with a suitor to another, let him while he comes to her, professe never so much love, | That look as it's with a suitor to Another, let him while he comes to her, profess never so much love, | cst n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn, vvb pno31 cs pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, vvb av-x av av-d vvi, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
439 | and desire love, yet if when he goes from her, commits lewdnesse with every one, she will lock him out. So 'tis here; | and desire love, yet if when he Goes from her, commits Lewdness with every one, she will lock him out. So it's Here; | cc vvb n1, av cs c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, vvz n1 p-acp d pi, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 av. av pn31|vbz av; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
440 | never did I know any lockt out from the power and sweetnesse of Ordinances, but because they went a whoring from God out of them. | never did I know any locked out from the power and sweetness of Ordinances, but Because they went a whoring from God out of them. | av-x vdd pns11 vvi d vvn av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvd dt vvg p-acp np1 av pp-f pno32. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
441 | The Lord knowes (though others do not) whether 'tis so with you. Look therefore upon thy self, you enjoy great means every where in this place. | The Lord knows (though Others do not) whither it's so with you. Look Therefore upon thy self, you enjoy great means every where in this place. | dt n1 vvz (cs n2-jn vdb xx) q-crq pn31|vbz av p-acp pn22. n1 av p-acp po21 n1, pn22 vvb j n2 d c-crq p-acp d n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
442 | Is it enough to have Ordinances? the Ark? No, Do you find the Lord in them? Blessed be God. | Is it enough to have Ordinances? the Ark? No, Do you find the Lord in them? Blessed be God. | vbz pn31 d pc-acp vhi n2? dt n1? uh-dx, vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32? j-vvn vbb np1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
443 | But tell me truly, Do you find no want of God? Yes. | But tell me truly, Do you find no want of God? Yes. | cc-acp vvb pno11 av-j, vdb pn22 vvi dx n1 pp-f np1? uh. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
444 | Do you find him? I find more knowledge, strength, &c. But do you find no God usually? No. Then either some creature contents thee, | Do you find him? I find more knowledge, strength, etc. But do you find no God usually? No. Then either Some creature contents thee, | vdb pn22 vvi pno31? pns11 vvb dc n1, n1, av cc-acp vdb pn22 vvi dx n1 av-j? uh-dx av av-d d n1 vvz pno21, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
445 | or if the Lord should refresh thee, thou would'st be content without him. | or if the Lord should refresh thee, thou Wouldst be content without him. | cc cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno21, pns21 vmd2 vbi j p-acp pno31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
446 | Man and wife will (if they love) meet at Meals, Iohn 14. But when no meeting, dead prayers, dry Sermons, saplesse Sacraments, worse then before. | Man and wife will (if they love) meet At Meals, John 14. But when no meeting, dead Prayers, dry Sermons, sapless Sacraments, Worse then before. | n1 cc n1 vmb (cs pns32 vvb) vvb p-acp n2, np1 crd p-acp c-crq dx n1, j n2, j n2, j n2, av-jc cs a-acp. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
447 | If thou beest the Lord's, he will by affictions purge, &c. But if thou continuest so, look for no communion in Heaven. | If thou Best the Lord's, he will by Afflictions purge, etc. But if thou Continuest so, look for no communion in Heaven. | cs pns21 vb2s dt n1|vbz, pns31 vmb p-acp n2 vvi, av p-acp cs pns21 vv2 av, vvb p-acp dx n1 p-acp n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 96 | Page 17 |
448 | 3. Dost thou find no rest in any thing that thou hast? |
3. Dost thou find no rest in any thing that thou hast? For this is clear, •nothing can give rest to a men soul but God: | crd vd2 pns21 vvi dx n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns21 vh2? p-acp d vbz j, vvg vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 17 |
449 | He is big enough only to fill it, and then a man hath it, Isa. 26. 3. Now if no rest, 'tis a sign thy heart sticks to the creature, | He is big enough only to fill it, and then a man hath it, Isaiah 26. 3. Now if no rest, it's a Signen thy heart sticks to the creature, | pns31 vbz j av-d av-j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc av dt n1 vhz pn31, np1 crd crd av cs dx n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 po21 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 17 |
450 | yet thou saist I would fain have the Lord: It may be so; but thou wouldst have creatures too. | yet thou Sayest I would fain have the Lord: It may be so; but thou Wouldst have creatures too. | av pns21 vv2 pns11 vmd av-j vhi dt n1: pn31 vmb vbi av; cc-acp pns21 vmd2 vhi n2 av. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 17 |
451 | And hence God will not, and creatures cannot give the fulnesse of rest. | And hence God will not, and creatures cannot give the fullness of rest. | cc av np1 vmb xx, cc n2 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 17 |
452 | Thus it was with Solomon, Eècles. 2. 3. So 'tis with thee, thou findest thy soul delighting it self in all things; | Thus it was with Solomon, Eècles. 2. 3. So it's with thee, thou Findest thy soul delighting it self in all things; | av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1. crd crd av pn31|vbz p-acp pno21, pns21 vv2 po21 n1 vvg pn31 n1 p-acp d n2; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 17 |
453 | yet vanity and vexation, and withal giving thy self to wisdom too. | yet vanity and vexation, and withal giving thy self to Wisdom too. | av n1 cc n1, cc av vvg po21 n1 p-acp n1 av. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 17 |
454 | 'Tis true, a Saint feels an emptinesse in these things, yet he feels a fulnesse in somthing else. (He hath better meat which you know not of) which Solomon did not for a time, yet afterward he did. | It's true, a Saint feels an emptiness in these things, yet he feels a fullness in something Else. (He hath better meat which you know not of) which Solomon did not for a time, yet afterwards he did. | pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n2, av pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pi av. (pns31 vhz jc n1 r-crq pn22 vvb xx pp-f) r-crq np1 vdd xx p-acp dt n1, av av pns31 vdd. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 17 |
456 | weary of world, But hath the Lord swallowed thee up into himself, in the cloud of his Glory, | weary of world, But hath the Lord swallowed thee up into himself, in the cloud of his Glory, | j pp-f n1, cc-acp vhz dt n1 vvd pno21 a-acp p-acp px31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 17 |
457 | so that in his favour and presence thou findest life? No, Then there is some lust thou lovest, | so that in his favour and presence thou Findest life? No, Then there is Some lust thou Lovest, | av cst p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pns21 vv2 n1? uh-dx, cs pc-acp vbz d n1 pns21 vv2, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 18 |
458 | and dying thus, shalt never see the face of Christ. | and dying thus, shalt never see the face of christ. | cc vvg av, vm2 av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 18 |
459 | Ye•, this will come as a heavy endi•ement against thee, that God hath so wearied thee in thy way. | Ye•, this will come as a heavy endi•ement against thee, that God hath so wearied thee in thy Way. | np1, d vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno21, cst np1 vhz av vvn pno21 p-acp po21 n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 18 |
460 | Yet Ier. 2. 25. There is no hope, after thy Lovers thou wilt go. | Yet Jeremiah 2. 25. There is no hope, After thy Lovers thou wilt go. | av np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dx n1, p-acp po21 n2 pns21 vm2 vvi. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 18 |
461 | You shall scarce find any but feel the creature vain, and yet get not to rest in God. SECT. II. II. DIscoveries whether we are married to the Law or not. | You shall scarce find any but feel the creature vain, and yet get not to rest in God. SECT. II II DIscoveries whither we Are married to the Law or not. | pn22 vmb av-j vvi d p-acp vvi dt n1 j, cc av vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. n1. crd crd n2 cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc xx. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 97 | Page 18 |
462 | And here I shall stay longer. Where I premise, | And Here I shall stay longer. Where I premise, | cc av pns11 vmb vvi av-jc. c-crq pns11 n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 98 | Page 18 |
463 | 1. When I speak of not being married to the Law in stead of Christ, I do not hereby exempt your selves from obedience to the Law, after you are in Christ. | 1. When I speak of not being married to the Law in stead of christ, I do not hereby exempt your selves from Obedience to the Law, After you Are in christ. | crd c-crq pns11 vvb pp-f xx vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vdb xx av vvi po22 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn22 vbr p-acp np1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 99 | Page 18 |
464 | 2. Do not think I speak against all evidencing your estates from conformity to the Law; | 2. Do not think I speak against all evidencing your estates from conformity to the Law; | crd vdb xx vvi pns11 vvb p-acp d vvg po22 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 100 | Page 18 |
465 | though I do from some subjection and obedience performed to the Law. | though I do from Some subjection and Obedience performed to the Law. | cs pns11 vdb p-acp d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 100 | Page 18 |
466 | 1. If the Law was never dead in thee, thou art married to the Law, Rom. 7. 2. Now look as tis with a husband, | 1. If the Law was never dead in thee, thou art married to the Law, Rom. 7. 2. Now look as this with a husband, | crd cs dt n1 vbds av-x j p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd av vvb c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
467 | if the wife be sick, and he be at home, whoever forsakes her, he will comfort her, and support and chear her; | if the wife be sick, and he be At home, whoever forsakes her, he will Comfort her, and support and cheer her; | cs dt n1 vbb j, cc pns31 vbb p-acp n1-an, r-crq vvz pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi cc vvi pno31; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
468 | so that if he chear her not, its a sign he is dead; if he doth, its a sign he is alive; | so that if he cheer her not, its a Signen he is dead; if he does, its a Signen he is alive; | av cst cs pns31 vvb pno31 xx, pn31|vbz dt n1 pns31 vbz j; cs pns31 vdz, vbz dt n1 pns31 vbz j; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
469 | for the life of the Law, is the comfort and support that the Law doth give for a time. | for the life of the Law, is the Comfort and support that the Law does give for a time. | p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 cc vvi d dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
470 | So that if thou wert never brought to that sore straight, that thou hast not felt any one duty to cheer or revive thee, | So that if thou Wertenberg never brought to that soar straight, that thou hast not felt any one duty to cheer or revive thee, | av cst cs pns21 vbd2r av-x vvn p-acp d n1 av, cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn d crd n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
471 | and comfort thee, but hast found some little thing or other to do it, its certain you are yet married to the Law. | and Comfort thee, but hast found Some little thing or other to do it, its certain you Are yet married to the Law. | cc vvb pno21, cc-acp vh2 vvd d j n1 cc n-jn pc-acp vdi pn31, pn31|vbz j pn22 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
472 | Ex. gr. It may be thou hast been troubled in mind for thy sins, What hath cheared thee? I have forsaken them, | Ex. Great. It may be thou hast been troubled in mind for thy Sins, What hath cheered thee? I have forsaken them, | np1 zz. pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vh2 vbn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n2, r-crq vhz vvn pno21? pns11 vhb vvn pno32, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
473 | and cast out Ionah, and there hath been a calm: | and cast out Jonah, and there hath been a Cam: | cc vvd av np1, cc pc-acp vhz vbn dt j-jn: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
474 | Why this forsaking thy sins (which hath not been all but some) is not Christ, | Why this forsaking thy Sins (which hath not been all but Some) is not christ, | q-crq d vvg po21 n2 (r-crq vhz xx vbn av-d p-acp d) vbz xx np1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
475 | but an act of the Law. Oh but I have fallen again into sins, this hath troubled thee: | but an act of the Law. O but I have fallen again into Sins, this hath troubled thee: | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. uh cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn av p-acp n2, d vhz vvn pno21: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
476 | What hath cheared thee? I have repented and been sorry for them, and purposed to do so no more. | What hath cheered thee? I have repented and been sorry for them, and purposed to do so no more. | q-crq vhz vvn pno21? pns11 vhb vvn cc vbn j p-acp pno32, cc vvd pc-acp vdi av av-dx av-dc. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
477 | This is the life of the Law still. Oh but you find sins prevailing against you, and you cannot part with them; | This is the life of the Law still. O but you find Sins prevailing against you, and you cannot part with them; | d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av. uh p-acp pn22 vvb n2 vvg p-acp pn22, cc pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
478 | and hence dare not resolve against them. Oh but my desire is good though, my will hath ever been against them. Oh ignorance! | and hence Dare not resolve against them. O but my desire is good though, my will hath ever been against them. O ignorance! | cc av vvb xx vvi p-acp pno32. uh p-acp po11 n1 vbz j cs, po11 n1 vhz av vbn p-acp pno32. uh n1! | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
479 | This desire is but a work of the Law, 'tis not Christ. Oh but I have found no desire sometime: | This desire is but a work of the Law, it's not christ. O but I have found no desire sometime: | d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31|vbz xx np1. uh cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn dx n1 av: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
480 | What hath quiered you now? I have trusted to Christ: You have done it. | What hath quiered you now? I have trusted to christ: You have done it. | q-crq vhz vvn pn22 av? pns11 vhb vvn p-acp np1: pn22 vhb vdn pn31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
481 | The Lord never made you feel a need of the Lord, to draw you to trust; | The Lord never made you feel a need of the Lord, to draw you to trust; | dt n1 av-x vvd pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
482 | though to be assured of Christ's love. | though to be assured of Christ's love. | cs pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f npg1 n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
483 | Is this a legal Act? Ans. As obedience to the Law done by the power of Christ, is an Evangelical work, | Is this a Legal Act? Ans. As Obedience to the Law done by the power of christ, is an Evangelical work, | vbz d dt j n1? np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt np1 n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
484 | so to perform any Evangelical work from a mans self, is a Legal work; and you are under the life of the Law. | so to perform any Evangelical work from a men self, is a Legal work; and you Are under the life of the Law. | av pc-acp vvi d np1 vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, vbz dt j n1; cc pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
485 | So that thou hast not been so oft troubled, but the Law hath supported thee; | So that thou hast not been so oft troubled, but the Law hath supported thee; | av cst pns21 vh2 xx vbn av av vvn, cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno21; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
486 | thou hast not been brought to that passe as the Church, the Spouse was, Isa. 54. 5, 6. And as one of my best friends, | thou hast not been brought to that pass as the Church, the Spouse was, Isaiah 54. 5, 6. And as one of my best Friends, | pns21 vh2 xx vbn vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbds, np1 crd crd, crd cc c-acp pi pp-f po11 js n2, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
487 | and best men that lives this day in the world, after many wrestlings to find somwhat in himself to chear him, and could not; | and best men that lives this day in the world, After many wrestlings to find somewhat in himself to cheer him, and could not; | cc js n2 cst vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vmd xx; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
488 | Now saith he, if the Lord out of his good Nature, &c. do not help me, I am undone for ever; | Now Says he, if the Lord out of his good Nature, etc. do not help me, I am undone for ever; | av vvz pns31, cs dt n1 av pp-f po31 j n1, av vdb xx vvi pno11, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp av; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
489 | for I have a heart and a nature against him, and the more I do, the worse I am. And therefore thither I look. | for I have a heart and a nature against him, and the more I do, the Worse I am. And Therefore thither I look. | c-acp pns11 vhb dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc dt av-dc pns11 vdb, dt av-jc pns11 vbm. cc av av pns11 vvb. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
490 | Surely you are under the life of the Law, and are fat enough off from Christ, if not sensible of this. | Surely you Are under the life of the Law, and Are fat enough off from christ, if not sensible of this. | av-j pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vbr j av-d a-acp p-acp np1, cs xx j pp-f d. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
491 | Not that a man is alway thus, for he that cannot feel afterward the Lord Jesus by the power of his Grace working in his heart, I would conclude, he never had any at all. But at first 'tis so. | Not that a man is always thus, for he that cannot feel afterwards the Lord jesus by the power of his Grace working in his heart, I would conclude, he never had any At all. But At First it's so. | xx d dt n1 vbz av av, c-acp pns31 cst vmbx vvi av dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vmd vvi, pns31 av-x vhd d p-acp d. p-acp p-acp ord pn31|vbz av. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
492 | For these two things man naturally seeks, 1. To have a righteousnesse in himself that will ease him. | For these two things man naturally seeks, 1. To have a righteousness in himself that will ease him. | p-acp d crd n2 n1 av-j vvz, crd p-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp px31 cst vmb vvi pno31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 101 | Page 18 |
493 | 2. To have it from himself: Kitchin Physick is not far to fetch. | 2. To have it from himself: Kitchen Physick is not Far to fetch. | crd p-acp vhi pn31 p-acp px31: n1 np1 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 103 | Page 18 |
494 | Now the Lords plot in saving his, is, 1. To make them seek it out of themselves in another: | Now the lords plot in Saving his, is, 1. To make them seek it out of themselves in Another: | av dt n2 vvb p-acp vvg png31, vbz, crd p-acp vvi pno32 vvi pn31 av pp-f px32 p-acp j-jn: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 18 |
495 | Look unto me and be saved, all the ends of the earth. 2. To have all from another, that so, no flesh night glory before him. | Look unto me and be saved, all the ends of the earth. 2. To have all from Another, that so, no Flesh night glory before him. | vvb p-acp pno11 cc vbi vvn, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. crd p-acp vhi av-d p-acp n-jn, cst av, dx n1 n1 n1 p-acp pno31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 18 |
496 | And to doubt of this, is to doubt whether God hath plotted the Glory of his Grace or no. | And to doubt of this, is to doubt whither God hath plotted the Glory of his Grace or no. | cc p-acp n1 pp-f d, vbz pc-acp vvi cs np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc uh-dx. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
497 | Hence the Lord empties the soul of both, that the soul saith, Ashur shall not save us, Hos. 14. 3, 4. None durst, none can comfort it. | Hence the Lord empties the soul of both, that the soul Says, Ashur shall not save us, Hos. 14. 3, 4. None durst, none can Comfort it. | av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d, cst dt n1 vvz, np1 vmb xx vvi pno12, np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvd, pix vmb vvi pn31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
498 | And now to the wonde•ment of Heaven, and everlasting joy of a poor cast-away, and the eternal honour of his free Grace, | And now to the wonde•ment of Heaven, and everlasting joy of a poor castaway, and the Eternal honour of his free Grace, | cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
499 | now, and never till now, doth he begin to make the match between the Lord Jesus and this poor soul: | now, and never till now, does he begin to make the match between the Lord jesus and this poor soul: | av, cc av-x p-acp av, vdz pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 cc d j n1: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
500 | And as the Lord never comes to him till now, so he never will come to the Lord, | And as the Lord never comes to him till now, so he never will come to the Lord, | cc c-acp dt n1 av-x vvz p-acp pno31 c-acp av, av pns31 av-x vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
502 | as it was with the Prodigal, while any husks, or as it was with the woman with her bloody issue, | as it was with the Prodigal, while any husks, or as it was with the woman with her bloody issue, | c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt j-jn, cs d n2, cc c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
503 | while any mony to spend on other Physitians, never will try what Christ can do. | while any money to spend on other Physicians, never will try what christ can do. | cs d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2, av-x vmb vvi r-crq np1 vmb vdi. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
504 | And therefore those that never yet knew of the de•th of the Law, they are yet married to it, Rom. 2. 17. I know many a soul grieve; | And Therefore those that never yet knew of the de•th of the Law, they Are yet married to it, Rom. 2. 17. I know many a soul grieve; | cc av d cst av-x av vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb d dt n1 vvi; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
505 | for the de•th of this husband, and now thinks 'tis undone, I cannot do this and that, though formerly I could indeed; | for the de•th of this husband, and now thinks it's undone, I cannot do this and that, though formerly I could indeed; | p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc av vvz pn31|vbz vvn, pns11 vmbx vdi d cc d, cs av-j pns11 vmd av; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
506 | I say if there be any love of Christ, now is the time of it. Only understand Gods scope here in it. | I say if there be any love of christ, now is the time of it. Only understand God's scope Here in it. | pns11 vvb cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f np1, av vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. j vvb npg1 n1 av p-acp pn31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 104 | Page 19 |
507 | 2. If a man complains more or chiefly for want of grace or righteousnesse, |
2. If a man complains more or chiefly for want of grace or righteousness, to remove since, | crd cs dt n1 vvz dc cc av-jn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 105 | Page 19 |
508 | and not so much for want of Jesus Christ: | and not so much for want of jesus christ: | cc xx av av-d c-acp vvb pp-f np1 np1: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 105 | Page 19 |
509 | Then in this case 'tis as it is with a woman, that man for whose absence she mourns most, that is her husband: | Then in this case it's as it is with a woman, that man for whose absence she mourns most, that is her husband: | av p-acp d n1 pn31|vbz c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cst n1 p-acp rg-crq n1 pns31 vvz av-ds, cst vbz po31 n1: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 105 | Page 19 |
510 | She saith the other is, no but he is not. So this is the estate of many a soul, they have neither Christ not righteousnesse: | She Says the other is, no but he is not. So this is the estate of many a soul, they have neither christ not righteousness: | pns31 vvz dt n-jn vbz, av-dx p-acp pns31 vbz xx. av d vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, pns32 vhb dx np1 xx n1: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 105 | Page 19 |
511 | Now they complain so much that their hearts sink and dye away quite within them: | Now they complain so much that their hearts sink and die away quite within them: | av pns32 vvb av av-d cst po32 n2 vvi cc vvi av av p-acp pno32: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 105 | Page 19 |
512 | And what is it for? I cannot do this, nor I do not find nor feel such signs and affections within me. | And what is it for? I cannot do this, nor I do not find nor feel such Signs and affections within me. | cc r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp? pns11 vmbx vdi d, ccx pns11 vdb xx vvi ccx vvi d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno11. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 105 | Page 19 |
513 | Such a vile heart, I know not the like, such rising in my heart to sin and thoughts of it; | Such a vile heart, I know not the like, such rising in my heart to since and thoughts of it; | d dt j n1, pns11 vvb xx dt j, d vvg p-acp po11 n1 p-acp n1 cc n2 pp-f pn31; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 105 | Page 19 |
514 | why if you had Christ, all this would be mended. I can do all through Christ. | why if you had christ, all this would be mended. I can do all through christ. | c-crq cs pn22 vhd np1, d d vmd vbi vvn. pns11 vmb vdi d p-acp np1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 105 | Page 19 |
515 | But you complain not for want of Christ, nor need of him from these two Arguments. | But you complain not for want of christ, nor need of him from these two Arguments. | p-acp pn22 vvb xx p-acp n1 pp-f np1, ccx n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp d crd n2. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 105 | Page 19 |
516 | 1. Because the feeling of your sins, does not make you feel a greater need of Christ, | 1. Because the feeling of your Sins, does not make you feel a greater need of christ, | crd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po22 n2, vdz xx vvi pn22 vvb dt jc n1 pp-f np1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 106 | Page 19 |
517 | as Iohn, I have need to be baptized, &c. but drive you further from Christ, | as John, I have need to be baptised, etc. but drive you further from christ, | c-acp np1, pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, av cc-acp vvi pn22 av-jc p-acp np1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 106 | Page 19 |
518 | and reason it out against him, And why? Because you would have a righteousness without him which you stand in need of. | and reason it out against him, And why? Because you would have a righteousness without him which you stand in need of. | cc vvb pn31 av p-acp pno31, cc q-crq? p-acp pn22 vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 106 | Page 19 |
519 | 2. Because he that seels a need of the Lord Jesus, shall not when he is offered, need intreating to take him; | 2. Because he that seels a need of the Lord jesus, shall not when he is offered, need entreating to take him; | crd p-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, vmb xx c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, vvb vvg pc-acp vvi pno31; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
520 | as you shall not need intreat hungry men to eat their bread, you shall not need to intreat Zacheus to receive Christ joyfuly. | as you shall not need entreat hungry men to eat their bred, you shall not need to entreat Zacchaeus to receive christ joyfully. | c-acp pn22 vmb xx vvi vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, pn22 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi np1 av-j. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
521 | But no commands, no intreaties can prevail with you to take him when he is offered, you have no heart to it. | But no commands, no entreaties can prevail with you to take him when he is offered, you have no heart to it. | p-acp dx n2, dx n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, pn22 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
522 | Like women that love their own husbands, grieve so for their absence, that they have no heart to any other offer. | Like women that love their own Husbands, grieve so for their absence, that they have no heart to any other offer. | j n2 cst vvb po32 d n2, vvb av p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d j-jn n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
523 | Is it thus with thee? Then 'tis with thee, as it was with that young man, that askt Christ what he should do to inherit eternal life; | Is it thus with thee? Then it's with thee, as it was with that young man, that asked christ what he should do to inherit Eternal life; | vbz pn31 av p-acp pno21? av pn31|vbz p-acp pno21, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp d j n1, cst vvd np1 r-crq pns31 vmd vdi pc-acp vvi j n1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
526 | Its the great plot of Arminians, to make Christ a means only, to make every man a first Adam; setting men to work for their living again; | Its the great plot of Arminians, to make christ a means only, to make every man a First Adam; setting men to work for their living again; | pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f njp2, pc-acp vvi np1 dt n2 av-j, pc-acp vvi d n1 dt ord np1; vvg n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 vvg av; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
527 | for they grant all Grace is lost, all comes from Christ, Christ gives all, and to Christ we must look for all; | for they grant all Grace is lost, all comes from christ, christ gives all, and to christ we must look for all; | c-acp pns32 vvb d n1 vbz vvn, d vvz p-acp np1, np1 vvz d, cc p-acp np1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
528 | and then when we have it, use it well, thus you shall have life, else look for death: | and then when we have it, use it well, thus you shall have life, Else look for death: | cc av c-crq pns12 vhb pn31, vvb pn31 av, av pn22 vmb vhi n1, av vvb p-acp n1: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
529 | So 'tis a misery many a soul is in. Men will trade in small wares, rather than live on anothers Almes. | So it's a misery many a soul is in. Men will trade in small wares, rather than live on another's Alms. | av pn31|vbz dt n1 d dt n1 vbz p-acp. np1 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, av-c cs vvi p-acp j-jn n2. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
530 | Do you think the Lord takes it well to make him a Merchant for your ends? Oh no, never look to have communion with him in this way! | Do you think the Lord Takes it well to make him a Merchant for your ends? O no, never look to have communion with him in this Way! | vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 vvz pn31 av pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 p-acp po22 n2? uh uh-dx, av-x vvb pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1! | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 107 | Page 19 |
531 | 3. Those that close with, but rejoyce more in a little Grace they receive from Christ, |
3. Those that close with, but rejoice more in a little Grace they receive from christ, than in all the fullness in christ, more in a little they do, | crd d cst vvb p-acp, cc-acp vvb av-dc p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cs p-acp d dt n1 p-acp np1, av-dc p-acp dt j pns32 vdb, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 19 |
532 | than in all the Lord Jesus hath done, Phil. 3. 3. That is a womans husband, in whom she rejoyceth most. | than in all the Lord jesus hath done, Philip 3. 3. That is a woman's husband, in whom she Rejoiceth most. | cs p-acp d dt n1 np1 vhz vdn, np1 crd crd cst vbz dt ng1 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz av-ds. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 19 |
533 | Do you rejoyce more in what you have, and do, than in what the Lord Jesus hath, | Do you rejoice more in what you have, and do, than in what the Lord jesus hath, | vdb pn22 vvi av-dc p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb, cc vdb, cs p-acp r-crq dt n1 np1 vhz, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 19 |
534 | and hath done? more in what you receive from him (for a hypocrite may receive from Christ, Iohn 15. 2.) than in what there is in him? It argues a whorish heart. | and hath done? more in what you receive from him (for a hypocrite may receive from christ, John 15. 2.) than in what there is in him? It argues a whorish heart. | cc vhz vdn? dc p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 (c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd) cs p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz p-acp pno31? pn31 vvz dt j n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 19 |
535 | I know a man may rejoyce in what Christ works in him, but 1. not more in this than in Christ himself. 2. A child of God may while he knows not whether Christ is his do so: | I know a man may rejoice in what christ works in him, but 1. not more in this than in christ himself. 2. A child of God may while he knows not whither christ is his doe so: | pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc-acp crd xx dc p-acp d cs p-acp np1 px31. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb cs pns31 vvz xx c-crq np1 vbz po31 n1 av: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
536 | but you think the Lord is yours; | but you think the Lord is yours; | cc-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz png22; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
537 | well, when you feel affections and life, then you are glad, when that is lost then sad; | well, when you feel affections and life, then you Are glad, when that is lost then sad; | av, c-crq pn22 vvb n2 cc n1, cs pn22 vbr j, c-crq d vbz vvn av j; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
538 | why is there no life when thou art dead, no glory when thou art base, no wisdom, no communion with God when thou hast none? Yes, | why is there no life when thou art dead, no glory when thou art base, no Wisdom, no communion with God when thou hast none? Yes, | q-crq vbz pc-acp dx n1 c-crq pns21 vb2r j, dx n1 c-crq pns21 vb2r j, dx n1, dx n1 p-acp np1 c-crq pns21 vh2 pix? uh, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
539 | why dost thou not rejoyce in this which is here most fully, which Saints presenting, please the Lord more by, | why dost thou not rejoice in this which is Here most Fully, which Saints presenting, please the Lord more by, | q-crq vd2 pns21 xx vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz av av-ds av-j, r-crq n2 vvg, vvb dt n1 av-dc p-acp, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
540 | than by giving the glory of Angels infinite millions of years: | than by giving the glory of Angels infinite millions of Years: | cs p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n2 j crd pp-f n2: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
541 | Oh thy heart is not in love with Christ, but somewhat else, for here is the joy of all Saints, In thy seed shall all Nations account themselves blessed: | O thy heart is not in love with christ, but somewhat Else, for Here is the joy of all Saints, In thy seed shall all nations account themselves blessed: | uh po21 n1 vbz xx p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp av av, c-acp av vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp po21 n1 vmb d n2 vvb px32 j: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
542 | all Nations, one and another, Isai. 45. 24, 25. shall all the seed of Israel be justified, and shall glory. | all nations, one and Another, Isaiah 45. 24, 25. shall all the seed of Israel be justified, and shall glory. | d n2, crd cc n-jn, np1 crd crd, crd vmb d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn, cc vmb vvi. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
543 | Consider therefore this, thou art sometime joyed; | Consider Therefore this, thou art sometime joyed; | vvb av d, pns21 vb2r av vvn; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
544 | why? O I find my heart thus and thus, and is this all? yes, | why? O I find my heart thus and thus, and is this all? yes, | q-crq? sy pns11 vvb po11 n1 av cc av, cc vbz d d? uh, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
545 | for when this is gone, all joy dies; and should I not do thus? yes, else you never felt comfort of it: | for when this is gone, all joy die; and should I not do thus? yes, Else you never felt Comfort of it: | c-acp c-crq d vbz vvn, d n1 vvz; cc vmd pns11 xx vdi av? uh, av pn22 av-x vvd n1 pp-f pn31: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
569 | read through the strictest of all, and see this, Mat. 23. Painted Sepulchres: Paul that was blamelesse, | read through the Strictest of all, and see this, Mathew 23. Painted Sepulchres: Paul that was blameless, | vvb p-acp dt js pp-f d, cc vvi d, np1 crd j-vvn n2: np1 cst vbds j, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
546 | but not only rejoyce here, but when the beam is gone, the Lord is not gone, Rom. 7. ult. when the bottles are spent, the spring is full. | but not only rejoice Here, but when the beam is gone, the Lord is not gone, Rom. 7. ult. when the bottles Are spent, the spring is full. | cc-acp xx av-j vvi av, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz xx vvn, np1 crd n1. c-crq dt n2 vbr vvn, dt n1 vbz j. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 108 | Page 20 |
547 | 4. He that performs any duty ultimately to ease his conscience, |
4. He that performs any duty ultimately to ease his conscience, he is married yet unto the Law, | crd pns31 cst vvz d n1 av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 109 | Page 20 |
548 | for there are two sorts of duties to the Law. | for there Are two sorts of duties to the Law. | c-acp pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 109 | Page 20 |
549 | 1. Some are directed to give Christ content to ease his heart, by seeing Gods love in Christ, | 1. some Are directed to give christ content to ease his heart, by seeing God's love in christ, | crd d vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp vvg n2 vvb p-acp np1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 110 | Page 20 |
550 | then love being shed, the heart sheds it on Christ again: | then love being shed, the heart sheds it on christ again: | cs n1 vbg vvn, dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp np1 av: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 110 | Page 20 |
551 | and thus saith the Apostle, I through the Law am dead to it, that I might live to God, Gal. 2. 19. | and thus Says the Apostle, I through the Law am dead to it, that I might live to God, Gal. 2. 19. | cc av vvz dt n1, pns11 p-acp dt n1 vbm j p-acp pn31, cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 110 | Page 20 |
552 | 2. Some are to give the soul ease, it sees sin, and fears it must dye and the Devil appears, | 2. some Are to give the soul ease, it sees since, and fears it must die and the devil appears, | crd d vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1, pn31 vvz n1, cc vvz pn31 vmb vvi cc dt n1 vvz, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 111 | Page 20 |
553 | and when it lies down, it fears it shall never awaken again; and when it hears, thinks no mercy, but only threats belong to it: | and when it lies down, it fears it shall never awaken again; and when it hears, thinks no mercy, but only Treats belong to it: | cc c-crq pn31 vvz a-acp, pn31 vvz pn31 vmb av-x vvi av; cc c-crq pn31 vvz, vvz dx n1, cc-acp j n2 vvb p-acp pn31: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 111 | Page 20 |
554 | and hence having no peace of conscience to think God will love it, it loves duties, doth duties, | and hence having no peace of conscience to think God will love it, it loves duties, does duties, | cc av vhg dx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vmb vvi pn31, pn31 vvz n2, vdz n2, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 111 | Page 20 |
555 | and now takes these for good tokens and signs of love, and if it feels a need of Christ, 'tis only to ease it. | and now Takes these for good tokens and Signs of love, and if it feels a need of christ, it's only to ease it. | cc av vvz d p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc cs pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 111 | Page 20 |
556 | Now a man is married to the Law, when he crouds for ease into the bosome of it, Deut. 5. 27. they were in great fear, Whatever God will have us do, we will do it: | Now a man is married to the Law, when he crouds for ease into the bosom of it, Deuteronomy 5. 27. they were in great Fear, Whatever God will have us do, we will do it: | av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr p-acp j n1, r-crq np1 vmb vhi pno12 vdi, pns12 vmb vdi pn31: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 111 | Page 20 |
557 | is it not thus with many? How shall we know this? | is it not thus with many? How shall we know this? | vbz pn31 xx av p-acp d? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi d? | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 111 | Page 20 |
558 | Answ. Dost find this while fears and terrors of conscience are on thee, so long thou dost seek, | Answer Dost find this while fears and terrors of conscience Are on thee, so long thou dost seek, | np1 vd2 vvi d n1 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp pno21, av av-j pns21 vd2 vvi, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 112 | Page 20 |
559 | and pray, and he•r, and call on God, and when they are worn away by time, | and pray, and he•r, and call on God, and when they Are worn away by time, | cc vvb, cc n1, cc vvb p-acp np1, cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 112 | Page 20 |
560 | or blown over with feeling some good things, and hopes from them, then thy heart is careless again; | or blown over with feeling Some good things, and hope's from them, then thy heart is careless again; | cc vvn a-acp p-acp vvg d j n2, cc n2 p-acp pno32, cs po21 n1 vbz j av; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 112 | Page 20 |
561 | 'tis certain you are yet married to the Law: | it's certain you Are yet married to the Law: | pn31|vbz j pn22 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 112 | Page 20 |
562 | as many a man exceeding forward while prest under sense of sin for a year or two. Lord! | as many a man exceeding forward while pressed under sense of since for a year or two. Lord! | c-acp d dt n1 vvg av-j cs vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc crd. n1! | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 112 | Page 20 |
563 | how many hundreds drop away by little and little afterwards? Deut. 5. 29. Oh that there were such a heart alway. | how many hundreds drop away by little and little afterwards? Deuteronomy 5. 29. O that there were such a heart always. | c-crq d crd n1 av p-acp j cc av-j av? np1 crd crd uh cst a-acp vbdr d dt n1 av. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 112 | Page 20 |
564 | Mat. 3. 7. to 13. they saw a wrath to come, hence feared, and hence came to Iohns Baptism to repent and confesse him. | Mathew 3. 7. to 13. they saw a wrath to come, hence feared, and hence Come to Iohns Baptism to Repent and confess him. | np1 crd crd p-acp crd pns32 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi, av vvn, cc av vvd p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 112 | Page 20 |
565 | 5. No man that is married to the Law, |
5. No man that is married to the Law, but his Fig leaves ever cover Some nakedness; | crd dx n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 j av vvi d n1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
566 | all the duties ever broodsome lust: | all the duties ever broodsome lust: | d dt n2 av j n1: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
567 | there is some one sin or other the man lives in, which either the Lord discovers, | there is Some one since or other the man lives in, which either the Lord discovers, | pc-acp vbz d crd n1 cc j-jn dt n1 vvz p-acp, r-crq av-d dt n1 vvz, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
568 | and he will not parwith, as the young man, or else is so spiritual he cannot see all his life-time; | and he will not parwith, as the young man, or Else is so spiritual he cannot see all his lifetime; | cc pns31 vmb xx av, c-acp dt j n1, cc av vbz av j pns31 vmbx vvi d po31 n1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
590 | and espouse thee to himself for ever. | and espouse thee to himself for ever. | cc vvb pno21 p-acp px31 p-acp av. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
570 | yet Eph. 2. 3. Tit. 3. 3. served divers lusts and pleasures, and the reason is, the Law is not the ministration of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 3. 8, 9. which breaks off from every sin, |
yet Ephesians 2. 3. Tit. 3. 3. served diverse Lustiest and pleasures, and the reason is, the Law is not the ministration of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 3. 8, 9. which breaks off from every since, there is no saw that can give •ife, Gal. 3. 21. And hence many men have strong resolutions, and break all again; | av np1 crd crd np1 crd crd vvn j n2 cc n2, cc dt n1 vbz, dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vmb vvi n1, np1 crd crd cc av d n2 vhb j n2, cc vvi d av; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
571 | hence men sin, and sorrow, and pray again, and then go with more ease in their sin; | hence men sin, and sorrow, and pray again, and then go with more ease in their since; | av n2 vvb, cc n1, cc vvb av, cc av vvb p-acp dc n1 p-acp po32 n1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
572 | examine thy self, is there any living lust with thy righteousnesse, 'tis sure 'tis a righteousnesse thou art married to, | examine thy self, is there any living lust with thy righteousness, it's sure it's a righteousness thou art married to, | vvb po21 n1, vbz pc-acp d j-vvg n1 p-acp po21 n1, pn31|vbz j pn31|vbz dt n1 pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
573 | and never wert yet match'd to Christ; | and never Wertenberg yet matched to christ; | cc av-x vbd2r av vvn p-acp np1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
574 | hence note thy self, it may be thou hast rested in duties, and since more light came, saw it; | hence note thy self, it may be thou hast rested in duties, and since more Light Come, saw it; | av vvb po21 n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp n2, cc p-acp dc n1 vvd, vvd pn31; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
575 | and seeing this, thinking that here is all thy errour, thou hast laboured to see the emptinesse of thy own Righteousnesse, | and seeing this, thinking that Here is all thy error, thou hast laboured to see the emptiness of thy own Righteousness, | cc vvg d, vvg cst av vbz d po21 n1, pns21 vh2 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 d n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
576 | and the fulnesse of Christ, and now thou art come to both, and now well. So then thou hast not found out any lust thou livest in all that time; | and the fullness of christ, and now thou art come to both, and now well. So then thou hast not found out any lust thou Livest in all that time; | cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d, cc av av. av cs pns21 vh2 xx vvn av d n1 pns21 vv2 p-acp d cst n1; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 20 |
577 | nor the 〈 ◊ 〉 of thy old nature: no; | nor the 〈 ◊ 〉 of thy old nature: no; | ccx dt 〈 sy 〉 pp-f po21 j n1: dx; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 21 |
578 | why then I pronounce thou art yet ma••ied to the Law, take and trust never so much to Christs righteousnesse, 〈 … 〉 the power of a proud heart, | why then I pronounce thou art yet ma••ied to the Law, take and trust never so much to Christ righteousness, 〈 … 〉 the power of a proud heart, | q-crq av pns11 vvb pns21 vb2r av vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb cc vvi av-x av av-d p-acp npg1 n1, 〈 … 〉 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 21 |
579 | an unclean heart still, never speak of Christ. | an unclean heart still, never speak of christ. | dt j n1 av, av-x vvb pp-f np1. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 113 | Page 21 |
580 | 6. They that are fearful to be troubled at their estate to have it prove ill, |
6. They that Are fearful to be troubled At their estate to have it prove ill, which a Saint may do, | crd pns32 cst vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vhi pn31 vvb av-jn, r-crq dt n1 vmb vdi, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
581 | yet brings it out to the light at last, Iohn 3. 20. When a Woman is married to a condemned man, guilt being upon him, he loves not to be seen abroad in the sight of others; | yet brings it out to the Light At last, John 3. 20. When a Woman is married to a condemned man, guilt being upon him, he loves not to be seen abroad in the sighed of Others; | av vvz pn31 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp ord, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, n1 vbg p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
582 | thou hearest a Sermon, and art loath it should be found out, loath to be troubled; | thou Hearst a Sermon, and art loath it should be found out, loath to be troubled; | pns21 vv2 dt n1, cc n1 vvb pn31 vmd vbi vvn av, j pc-acp vbi vvn; | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
583 | he that hath righteousnesse in Christ will not only bring it to tryal, before men, but God himself. | he that hath righteousness in christ will not only bring it to trial, before men, but God himself. | pns31 cst vhz n1 p-acp np1 vmb xx av-j vvi pn31 p-acp n1, c-acp n2, cc-acp np1 px31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
584 | Now is it thus with any of you? what shall I say? shall I say that Christ is or may be thine in this estate ••uly if I durst I should; bless thy self thou maist: | Now is it thus with any of you? what shall I say? shall I say that christ is or may be thine in this estate ••uly if I durst I should; bless thy self thou Mayest: | av vbz pn31 av p-acp d pp-f pn22? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? vmb pns11 vvi cst np1 vbz cc vmb vbi png21 p-acp d n1 av-j cs pns11 vvd pns11 vmd; vvb po21 n1 pns21 vm2: | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
585 | but remember that the Lord will take thee to do for it; and what is it to lose communion with Christ, I cannot express it. | but Remember that the Lord will take thee to do for it; and what is it to loose communion with christ, I cannot express it. | cc-acp vvb cst dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 pc-acp vdi p-acp pn31; cc q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vmbx vvi pn31. | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
586 | The Disciples were sad when he went away from them in his abasement, but for the Lord to leave thee, | The Disciples were sad when he went away from them in his abasement, but for the Lord to leave thee, | dt n2 vbdr j c-crq pns31 vvd av p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
587 | when in his glory, to stand a far off and see him go, never to see him more, | when in his glory, to stand a Far off and see him go, never to see him more, | c-crq p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt av-j a-acp cc vvi pno31 vvi, av-x pc-acp vvi pno31 av-dc, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
588 | when no tears shall ever prevail again; Therefore if thou hast been found out this day, confess and give glory to God, | when no tears shall ever prevail again; Therefore if thou hast been found out this day, confess and give glory to God, | c-crq dx n2 vmb av vvi av; av cs pns21 vh2 vbn vvn av d n1, vvb cc vvi n1 p-acp np1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
589 | and let thine eyes be tears, that Christ would overcome and draw thy soul with love, | and let thine eyes be tears, that christ would overcome and draw thy soul with love, | cc vvb po21 n2 vbb n2, cst np1 vmd vvi cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1, | (9) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
591 | CHAP. VI. Containing Motives and Arguments to perswade us unto the Love of Christ, and to be Espoused to him. | CHAP. VI. Containing Motives and Arguments to persuade us unto the Love of christ, and to be Espoused to him. | np1 crd. vvg n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 114 | Page 21 |
592 | IS there no communion to be had with the Lord Jesus, |
IS there no communion to be had with the Lord jesus, unless Virgins? unless espoused to him? O Therefore Here is a match for you, choose him, get your affections, | vbz pc-acp dx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp dt n1 np1, cs n2? cs vvn p-acp pno31? uh av av vbz dt n1 p-acp pn22, vvb pno31, vvb po22 n2, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
593 | if entangled, to come off if ensnared to any other thing, and set your hearts, bestow your love upon him. | if entangled, to come off if Ensnared to any other thing, and Set your hearts, bestow your love upon him. | cs vvn, pc-acp vvi a-acp cs vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, cc vvb po22 n2, vvb po22 n1 p-acp pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
594 | For 'tis not a dead Faith, (but such a faith as is animated by love) that doth espouse you to him, Gal. 5. 6. Faith which works by love. | For it's not a dead Faith, (but such a faith as is animated by love) that does espouse you to him, Gal. 5. 6. Faith which works by love. | p-acp pn31|vbz xx dt j n1, (cc-acp d dt n1 c-acp vbz vvn p-acp n1) cst vdz vvi pn22 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
595 | And therefore as the love of other things (not worth looking after) hath got the soveraignty and royalty of thy heart, | And Therefore as the love of other things (not worth looking After) hath god the sovereignty and royalty of thy heart, | cc av c-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 (xx j vvg p-acp) vhz vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po21 n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
596 | so this is a conjugal love, when it bears rule in the heart; let Christ have this love. | so this is a conjugal love, when it bears Rule in the heart; let christ have this love. | av d vbz dt j n1, c-crq pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1; vvb np1 vhb d n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
597 | And as you have loved creatures for themselves, now love the Lord Jesus for himself. | And as you have loved creatures for themselves, now love the Lord jesus for himself. | cc c-acp pn22 vhb vvn n2 p-acp px32, av vvb dt n1 np1 p-acp px31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
598 | And as they have easily enticed you to set your hearts upon them, now be perswaded to set your dearest affections on him. | And as they have Easily enticed you to Set your hearts upon them, now be persuaded to Set your dearest affections on him. | cc c-acp pns32 vhb av-j vvn pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp pno32, av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po22 js-jn n2 p-acp pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
599 | Its said of Iohn Baptist, he was the Bride-groom's Friend, to speak for him, Iohn 3. 29. And truly 'tis the main work of the Ministry, to wooe for Christ; | Its said of John Baptist, he was the Bridegroom's Friend, to speak for him, John 3. 29. And truly it's the main work of the Ministry, to woo for christ; | pn31 vvd pp-f np1 np1, pns31 vbds dt j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd cc av-j pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
600 | and so to present chast Virgins to Christ. This shall be my work now, which may be seasonable in this decaying time. | and so to present chaste Virgins to christ. This shall be my work now, which may be seasonable in this decaying time. | cc av pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp np1. d vmb vbi po11 n1 av, r-crq vmb vbi j p-acp d j-vvg n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
601 | Therefore I shall chiefly bend my speech to three sorts. | Therefore I shall chiefly bend my speech to three sorts. | av pns11 vmb av-jn vvi po11 n1 p-acp crd n2. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 115 | Page 21 |
602 | 1. To them that never yet loved the Lord Jesus, unlesse it be from the teeth outward. | 1. To them that never yet loved the Lord jesus, unless it be from the teeth outward. | crd p-acp pno32 cst av av vvd dt n1 np1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n2 j. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 116 | Page 21 |
603 | 2. Those that have been striving for this, yet cannot to their own feeling come to this. | 2. Those that have been striving for this, yet cannot to their own feeling come to this. | crd d cst vhb vbn vvg p-acp d, av vmbx p-acp po32 d n1 vvn p-acp d. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 117 | Page 21 |
604 | 3. Those that have so, but their affections are dried up, and love is parched away, iniquity abounds, &c. And my Motives shall be these four, | 3. Those that have so, but their affections Are dried up, and love is parched away, iniquity abounds, etc. And my Motives shall be these four, | crd d cst vhb av, cc-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn a-acp, cc n1 vbz vvn av, n1 vvz, av cc po11 n2 vmb vbi d crd, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 118 | Page 21 |
605 | 1. Consider the Glory of the person, whom I shall be a spokes-man for this day. | 1. Consider the Glory of the person, whom I shall be a spokesman for this day. | crd np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ro-crq pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp d n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 119 | Page 21 |
606 | 2. Consider he makes love to thee. 3. Consider that all he seeks for is love. | 2. Consider he makes love to thee. 3. Consider that all he seeks for is love. | crd np1 pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno21. crd np1 cst d pns31 vvz pc-acp vbz n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 120 | Page 22 |
607 | 4. Consider what he will do for thee, how he will love thee, if thou wilt love him. SECT. I. 1. COnsider the Glory of the person, for whom I plead for love. | 4. Consider what he will do for thee, how he will love thee, if thou wilt love him. SECT. I. 1. Consider the Glory of the person, for whom I plead for love. | crd np1 r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno21, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno21, cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno31. n1. np1 crd vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 122 | Page 22 |
608 | What can you love besides him? Where can you find any like unto him? I know the Glory of the Lord is not revealed, | What can you love beside him? Where can you find any like unto him? I know the Glory of the Lord is not revealed, | q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pno31? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi d av-j p-acp pno31? pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx vvn, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 123 | Page 22 |
609 | because the grasse withers not, the flower fades not, the creature appears not in his withering vanity, Isa. 40. But if the Lord would but open your eyes, to see him, this would win your hearts alone to him. | Because the grass withers not, the flower fades not, the creature appears not in his withering vanity, Isaiah 40. But if the Lord would but open your eyes, to see him, this would win your hearts alone to him. | c-acp dt n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vvz xx p-acp po31 vvg n1, np1 crd p-acp cs dt n1 vmd cc-acp vvi po22 n2, pc-acp vvi pno31, d vmd vvi po22 n2 av-j p-acp pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 123 | Page 22 |
612 | 1. He is the Prince of the Kings of the earth, Rev. 1. 5. The glory of the world is a Kingdom, the glorious Diamond of that Kingdom is a Prince in his Glory; | 1. He is the Prince of the Kings of the earth, Rev. 1. 5. The glory of the world is a Kingdom, the glorious Diamond of that Kingdom is a Prince in his Glory; | crd pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 125 | Page 22 |
613 | now for a poor Beggar to have an offer of love from the greatest Prince in the world, would it not tempt her? Would she not forsake her lovers, | now for a poor Beggar to have an offer of love from the greatest Prince in the world, would it not tempt her? Would she not forsake her lovers, | av p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd pn31 xx vvi pno31? vmd pns31 xx vvi po31 n2, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 125 | Page 22 |
614 | and set her heart on him? Why look what a distance there is between the poorest Peasant and the highest Prince, | and Set her heart on him? Why look what a distance there is between the Poorest Peasant and the highest Prince, | cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno31? q-crq vvb r-crq dt n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt js n1 cc dt js n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 125 | Page 22 |
615 | so base, and a thousand times more are all the Princes of the world to Christ, whose Dominion is from sea to sea, from Sun to Sun, who sets up and puls down Kings like Counters, who rules their Courts, their Kingdoms, their hearts, | so base, and a thousand times more Are all the Princes of the world to christ, whose Dominion is from sea to sea, from Sun to Sun, who sets up and puls down Kings like Counters, who rules their Courts, their Kingdoms, their hearts, | av j, cc dt crd n2 av-dc vbr d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz a-acp cc vvz a-acp n2 av-j n2, r-crq vvz po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 125 | Page 22 |
616 | and they do not do, they cannot do, but what he will. Other Kings are Princes, are Rulers of men, Christ Prince of Kings. | and they do not do, they cannot do, but what he will. Other Kings Are Princes, Are Rulers of men, christ Prince of Kings. | cc pns32 vdb xx vdi, pns32 vmbx vdi, cc-acp q-crq pns31 vmb. av-jn n2 vbr n2, vbr n2 pp-f n2, np1 n1 pp-f n2. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 125 | Page 22 |
617 | Now who would not be glad of his love? who having tasted death, is set down on the right hand of God, on high, cloathed with endlesse Glory, who hath Kings in his chaines, whose breath is not in his nostrils, whose favour is not for a day, | Now who would not be glad of his love? who having tasted death, is Set down on the right hand of God, on high, clothed with endless Glory, who hath Kings in his chains, whose breath is not in his nostrils, whose favour is not for a day, | av q-crq vmd xx vbi j pp-f po31 n1? r-crq vhg vvn n1, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp j, vvn p-acp j n1, r-crq vhz n2 p-acp po31 n2, rg-crq n1 vbz xx p-acp po31 n2, rg-crq n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 125 | Page 22 |
618 | but he lives and reignes for ever. | but he lives and reigns for ever. | cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp av. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 125 | Page 22 |
619 | Now doth Christ reign? Is he a Lord, and in Glory upon his Throne? Methinks I see Jesus at the right hand of God, your foolish affections have undone you if you love him not. | Now does christ Reign? Is he a Lord, and in Glory upon his Throne? Methinks I see jesus At the right hand of God, your foolish affections have undone you if you love him not. | av vdz np1 vvi? vbz pns31 dt n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1? vvz pns11 vvb np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, po22 j n2 vhb vvn pn22 cs pn22 vvb pno31 xx. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 125 | Page 22 |
620 | 2. He is appointed by the Father to be Judge of quick and dead, at the last day, Iohn 5. 22, 23. as well as to rule all now. | 2. He is appointed by the Father to be Judge of quick and dead, At the last day, John 5. 22, 23. as well as to Rule all now. | crd pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f j cc j, p-acp dt ord n1, np1 crd crd, crd c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi d av. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
621 | So that if you do maintain enmity against him, he may let you alone, you may live in health, | So that if you do maintain enmity against him, he may let you alone, you may live in health, | av cst cs pn22 vdb vvi n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 av-j, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
622 | and die in peace, in the eye of man, and in thine own eyes too: | and die in peace, in the eye of man, and in thine own eyes too: | cc vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp po21 d n2 av: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
623 | Yet there is a day coming he will break out of Heaven with a shout, and appear in the clouds in the amazing Glory of his Father, with all his mighty Angels, | Yet there is a day coming he will break out of Heaven with a shout, and appear in the Clouds in the amazing Glory of his Father, with all his mighty Angels, | av pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg pns31 vmb vvi av pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d po31 j n2, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
624 | and all the dead shall hear his voice, and you shall appear before him with this body, | and all the dead shall hear his voice, and you shall appear before him with this body, | cc d dt j vmb vvi po31 n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
625 | when the Heavens shall burn round about him, and the earth shall tremble under him, and all guilty eyes mourning and wayling because of him. | when the Heavens shall burn round about him, and the earth shall tremble under him, and all guilty eyes mourning and wailing Because of him. | c-crq dt n2 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc d j n2 vvg cc vvg p-acp pp-f pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
626 | Then you shall know what 'tis to despise him, and wish, oh that I had loved him, Rev. 1. 7. You that say you love him, | Then you shall know what it's to despise him, and wish, o that I had loved him, Rev. 1. 7. You that say you love him, | cs pn22 vmb vvi r-crq pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi, uh cst pns11 vhd vvn pno31, n1 crd crd pn22 cst vvb pn22 vvb pno31, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
627 | yet by an im•enitent heart pierce him, you shall wayl, even so, Amen. Men do not see an end of these things, not the Glory of the Lord another day. | yet by an im•enitent heart pierce him, you shall wail, even so, Amen. Men do not see an end of these things, not the Glory of the Lord Another day. | av p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvi pno31, pn22 vmb vvi, av av, uh-n. n2 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j-jn n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
628 | Hence creatures are loved, and the Lord of Glory is loathed. A great Prince may not be so highly esteemed, untill he appears in his state. | Hence creatures Are loved, and the Lord of Glory is loathed. A great Prince may not be so highly esteemed, until he appears in his state. | av n2 vbr vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn. dt j n1 vmb xx vbi av av-j vvn, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 126 | Page 22 |
630 | 3. He only is the procuter and author of all the good that ever thou didst suck out here, | 3. He only is the procuter and author of all the good that ever thou didst suck out Here, | crd pns31 av-j vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt j cst av pns21 vdd2 vvi av av, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 22 |
631 | though thou hast neither known him, not been thankful to him. For look as it was with Angels, so it should have been with man; | though thou hast neither known him, not been thankful to him. For look as it was with Angels, so it should have been with man; | cs pns21 vh2 dx vvn pno31, xx vbi j p-acp pno31. p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp n2, av pn31 vmd vhi vbn p-acp n1; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 22 |
632 | the wrath of God should have been poured out upon him, and on all the world, | the wrath of God should have been poured out upon him, and on all the world, | dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vhi vbn vvn av p-acp pno31, cc p-acp d dt n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 22 |
633 | and creatures should have been tormentors of him, but that the Lord Jesus begged and bought the world. | and creatures should have been tormentors of him, but that the Lord jesus begged and bought the world. | cc n2 vmd vhi vbn n2 pp-f pno31, cc-acp cst dt n1 np1 vvd cc vvd dt n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 22 |
634 | And hence, 1 Tim. 4. 10. called Saviour of all, but chiefly of the Elect. Micah 4. 4. In his daies men shall sit under Vines and Fig-trees: | And hence, 1 Tim. 4. 10. called Saviour of all, but chiefly of the Elect. micah 4. 4. In his days men shall fit under Vines and Figtrees: | cc av, crd np1 crd crd vvn n1 pp-f d, cc-acp av-jn pp-f dt np1 np1 crd crd p-acp po31 ng1 n2 vmb vvi p-acp n2 cc n2: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 22 |
635 | So that if ever any creature did thee good, it was Jesus that put that sweetnesse in it, out of his fulnesse, | So that if ever any creature did thee good, it was jesus that put that sweetness in it, out of his fullness, | av cst cs av d n1 vdd pno21 j, pn31 vbds np1 cst vvd d n1 p-acp pn31, av pp-f po31 n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 23 |
636 | and set it awork, sent it to thee, gave it thee to do thee good. | and Set it awork, sent it to thee, gave it thee to do thee good. | cc vvd pn31 av, vvd pn31 p-acp pno21, vvd pn31 pno21 pc-acp vdi pno21 j. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 23 |
637 | Thou shouldst never have had win• of sleep, never restrained from one sin, but lived in blaspheming God, never hàve heard of a Gospel but for Christ: | Thou Shouldst never have had win• of sleep, never restrained from one since, but lived in blaspheming God, never hàve herd of a Gospel but for christ: | pns21 vmd2 av-x vhi vhn n1 pp-f n1, av-x vvn p-acp crd n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp j-vvg np1, av-x vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 cc-acp p-acp np1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 23 |
638 | And will you not love him? Oh ungrateful world! unnatural generation of men! | And will you not love him? O ungrateful world! unnatural generation of men! | cc vmb pn22 xx vvi pno31? uh j n1! j n1 pp-f n2! | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 23 |
639 | Why dost love any creature? 'Tis for the paint of it and good in it. | Why dost love any creature? It's for the paint of it and good in it. | q-crq vd2 vvi d n1? pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 cc j p-acp pn31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 23 |
640 | If there be so much in it, what is there in Christ that gave it, that dropt it into it? Never love him if there be any thing good that is not by him, Psal. 116. 1. The Lord hath heard my prayer, I will call on him as long as I live. | If there be so much in it, what is there in christ that gave it, that dropped it into it? Never love him if there be any thing good that is not by him, Psalm 116. 1. The Lord hath herd my prayer, I will call on him as long as I live. | cs pc-acp vbi av av-d p-acp pn31, r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp np1 cst vvd pn31, cst vvd pn31 p-acp pn31? av-x vvb pno31 cs pc-acp vbb d n1 j cst vbz xx p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd dt n1 vhz vvn po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vvb. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 23 |
641 | Much more when the Lord hath delivered, and thou didst never seek to him. 4. He is the everlasting wonderment of Saints in Heaven; | Much more when the Lord hath Delivered, and thou didst never seek to him. 4. He is the everlasting wonderment of Saints in Heaven; | av-d av-dc c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, cc pns21 vdd2 av-x vvi p-acp pno31. crd pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 127 | Page 23 |
642 | the Queen of Sheba heard of Solomon, which made her come to see him, but she before imagined but that which now she saw with her own eyes, | the Queen of Sheba herd of Solomon, which made her come to see him, but she before imagined but that which now she saw with her own eyes, | dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn pp-f np1, r-crq vvd pno31 vvi pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp pns31 a-acp vvd p-acp d r-crq av pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d n2, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 128 | Page 23 |
643 | and that wrapt her out of her self. | and that wrapped her out of her self. | cc cst vvd pno31 av pp-f po31 n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 128 | Page 23 |
644 | Here we hear of the Lord Jesus, of his beauty and glory, and this draws Saints to him, | Here we hear of the Lord jesus, of his beauty and glory, and this draws Saints to him, | av pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 np1, pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, cc d vvz n2 p-acp pno31, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 128 | Page 23 |
645 | and when come, they see that which they never saw before, especially when in Heaven: | and when come, they see that which they never saw before, especially when in Heaven: | cc c-crq vvn, pns32 vvb cst r-crq pns32 av-x vvd a-acp, av-j c-crq p-acp n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 128 | Page 23 |
646 | then fall down in everlasting admiration at this mystery, for the blessedness of Saints is to see Christ in his glory, Iohn 17. 24. Now this lies in an infinite good, this cannot be seen in a finite time: | then fallen down in everlasting admiration At this mystery, for the blessedness of Saints is to see christ in his glory, John 17. 24. Now this lies in an infinite good, this cannot be seen in a finite time: | av vvb a-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd av d vvz p-acp dt j j, d vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 128 | Page 23 |
647 | hence Saints shall be piercing their eyes deeper and deeper into this mystery, and shall ever see more and more, | hence Saints shall be piercing their eyes Deeper and Deeper into this mystery, and shall ever see more and more, | av n2 vmb vbi vvg po32 n2 avc-jn cc jc-jn p-acp d n1, cc vmb av vvi av-dc cc av-dc, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 128 | Page 23 |
648 | but never see all, and this is their joy and glory in Heaven; | but never see all, and this is their joy and glory in Heaven; | cc-acp av-x vvb d, cc d vbz po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 128 | Page 23 |
649 | Is it so? what think you, is Christ worthy of your love or no? look upon all the glory of the field of this world, you may see an end of all perfection, but never here. | Is it so? what think you, is christ worthy of your love or no? look upon all the glory of the field of this world, you may see an end of all perfection, but never Here. | vbz pn31 av? q-crq vvb pn22, vbz np1 j pp-f po22 n1 cc av-dx? vvb p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp av-x av. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 128 | Page 23 |
650 | 5. He is the delights and bosome love of God himself, Prov. 8. 30. Hence Iohn when he came to set Christ out, Iohn 3. 35. The Father loveth the Son. Now is it so, | 5. He is the delights and bosom love of God himself, Curae 8. 30. Hence John when he Come to Set christ out, John 3. 35. The Father loves the Son. Now is it so, | crd pns31 vbz dt n2 cc n1 n1 pp-f np1 px31, np1 crd crd av np1 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi np1 av, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz dt n1 av vbz pn31 av, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 129 | Page 23 |
651 | surely though you see not, taste not this good, yet there 'tis; now tell me if this person do not challenge love! | surely though you see not, taste not this good, yet there it's; now tell me if this person do not challenge love! | av-j c-acp pn22 vvb xx, vvb xx d j, av a-acp pn31|vbz; av vvb pno11 cs d n1 vdb xx vvi n1! | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 129 | Page 23 |
652 | would you not be glad to have him? you will say, can he look upon such a VVretch, embrace such a Leper as I? no surely he will never do it. SECT. II. | would you not be glad to have him? you will say, can he look upon such a VVretch, embrace such a Leper as I? no surely he will never do it. SECT. II | vmd pn22 xx vbi j pc-acp vhi pno31? pn22 vmb vvi, vmb pns31 vvi p-acp d dt n1, vvb d dt n1 c-acp pns11? uh-dx av-j pns31 vmb av-x vdi pn31. n1. crd | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 129 | Page 23 |
653 | 2. COnsider he makes love to thee, not one soul that hears me this day, | 2. Consider he makes love to thee, not one soul that hears me this day, | crd vvi pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno21, xx crd n1 cst vvz pno11 d n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
654 | but the Lord Jesus is a Suitor unto, that now you would be espoused to him: | but the Lord jesus is a Suitor unto, that now you would be espoused to him: | cc-acp dt n1 np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp, cst av pn22 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
655 | He came unto his own, and they received him not. Whatever the secret purpose of Christ is, I regard not: | He Come unto his own, and they received him not. Whatever the secret purpose of christ is, I regard not: | pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, cc pns32 vvd pno31 xx. r-crq dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbz, pns11 vvb xx: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
656 | In this Evangelical dispensation of Grace, he makes love to all, Iohn 1. 12. 'Tis clear, Mat. 22. 2, 3. If there be a Gospel in the world, there is this love of Christ yearning towards all; | In this Evangelical Dispensation of Grace, he makes love to all, John 1. 12. It's clear, Mathew 22. 2, 3. If there be a Gospel in the world, there is this love of christ yearning towards all; | p-acp d np1 n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp d, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz j, np1 crd crd, crd cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp d; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
657 | especially all that have this Gospel of peace sent to them, Luke 2. 10. 'Tis tidings of great joy to all people, as Law is tidings of great sorrow to all people, Luke 2. 14. Angels from Heaven preacht this good will towards men. For if the challenge of love from men should be founded on his actual love to some, having died for some, | especially all that have this Gospel of peace sent to them, Lycia 2. 10. It's tidings of great joy to all people, as Law is tidings of great sorrow to all people, Lycia 2. 14. Angels from Heaven preached this good will towards men. For if the challenge of love from men should be founded on his actual love to Some, having died for Some, | av-j d cst vhb d n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno32, av crd crd pn31|vbz n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 vbz n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp d n1, av crd crd np1 p-acp n1 vvd d j n1 p-acp n2. c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp d, vhg vvn p-acp d, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
658 | then the offer would be particular. | then the offer would be particular. | cs dt n1 vmd vbi j. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
659 | But 'tis grounded, 1. On his own worth and Glory, and hence he challengeth love. 2. On this, | But it's grounded, 1. On his own worth and Glory, and hence he Challengeth love. 2. On this, | p-acp pn31|vbz vvn, crd p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, cc av pns31 vvz n1. crd p-acp d, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
660 | for ought I know he hath loved me. | for ought I know he hath loved me. | c-acp pi pns11 vvb pns31 vhz vvn pno11. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
661 | So that thou art not so vile, but the Lord Jesus his heart is toward thee, | So that thou art not so vile, but the Lord jesus his heart is towards thee, | av cst pns21 vb2r xx av j, cc-acp dt n1 np1 po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno21, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
662 | and his eye is upon thee for love. But 'tis not all love, but only some that overcomes. | and his eye is upon thee for love. But it's not all love, but only Some that overcomes. | cc po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno21 p-acp n1. p-acp pn31|vbz xx d n1, cc-acp av-j d cst vvz. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 130 | Page 23 |
663 | 1. Now 'tis real love. 2. Fervent love, 3. Constant. 4. Pure love he makes to thee. | 1. Now it's real love. 2. Fervent love, 3. Constant. 4. Pure love he makes to thee. | crd av pn31|vbz j n1. crd j n1, crd np1 crd j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno21. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 131 | Page 23 |
664 | 1. 'Tis real love, when the Gospel and Ministers seek for love, the Lord is real in his desires, there is no collusion or dissembling, 2 Cor. 5. 20. in Christs stead, He that receiveth you, receiveth me; | 1. It's real love, when the Gospel and Ministers seek for love, the Lord is real in his Desires, there is no collusion or dissembling, 2 Cor. 5. 20. in Christ stead, He that receives you, receives me; | crd pn31|vbz j n1, c-crq dt n1 cc n2 vvb p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc j-vvg, crd np1 crd crd p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 cst vvz pn22, vvz pno11; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 132 | Page 23 |
665 | thou thinkest the Lord cares not for thee, not doth not desire thee though he doth others: but | thou Thinkest the Lord Cares not for thee, not does not desire thee though he does Others: but | pns21 vv2 dt n1 vvz xx p-acp pno21, xx vdz xx vvi pno21 c-acp pns31 vdz ng2-jn: cc-acp | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 132 | Page 23 |
666 | 1. Either the Lord would have thee loath him, or love him; what think you? | 1. Either the Lord would have thee loath him, or love him; what think you? | crd av-d dt n1 vmd vhi pno21 vvb pno31, cc vvb pno31; q-crq vvb pn22? | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 133 | Page 23 |
667 | 2. If the Lord did not really make love to thee, he would not be really angry for rejecting of this love, | 2. If the Lord did not really make love to thee, he would not be really angry for rejecting of this love, | crd cs dt n1 vdd xx av-j vvi n1 p-acp pno21, pns31 vmd xx vbi av-j j p-acp vvg pp-f d n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 134 | Page 24 |
721 | yet Christ will not out, but some stirrings, sighings, lookings, pantings after Christ; when heart and strength fail, yet God, &c. when ready to give all for lost, | yet christ will not out, but Some stirrings, sighings, lookings, pantings After christ; when heart and strength fail, yet God, etc. when ready to give all for lost, | av np1 vmb xx av, cc-acp d n2, n2-vvg, n2, n2 p-acp np1; c-crq n1 cc n1 vvi, av np1, av c-crq j pc-acp vvi d c-acp vvn, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 145 | Page 25 |
668 | but the Lord is really angry for rejecting it, and wroth with nothing so much as that, Psal. 2. 12. here he swears in his wrath, Psal. 95. 11. when he opens his bosom for thee to rest in, and thou wilt not. | but the Lord is really angry for rejecting it, and wroth with nothing so much as that, Psalm 2. 12. Here he swears in his wrath, Psalm 95. 11. when he Opens his bosom for thee to rest in, and thou wilt not. | cc-acp dt n1 vbz av-j j p-acp vvg pn31, cc j p-acp pix av av-d c-acp cst, np1 crd crd av pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pns21 vm2 xx. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 134 | Page 24 |
669 | 3. Look but upon the dealings of God with thee: 1. Hast not oft thought some in Hell better than thee? why the ruine of millions of men is to win love from thee, Ier. 3. 8, 9, 10. 2. Hath not the Lord sent many a mercy to thee, not one but was to win thee, Psal. 81. 10, 11, 12. 3. Hath not the Lord with-held many from thee, | 3. Look but upon the dealings of God with thee: 1. Hast not oft Thought Some in Hell better than thee? why the ruin of millions of men is to win love from thee, Jeremiah 3. 8, 9, 10. 2. Hath not the Lord sent many a mercy to thee, not one but was to win thee, Psalm 81. 10, 11, 12. 3. Hath not the Lord withheld many from thee, | crd n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno21: crd vh2 xx av vvn d p-acp n1 av-jc cs pno21? q-crq dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f n2 vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd vhz xx dt n1 vvd d dt n1 p-acp pno21, xx pi p-acp vbds pc-acp vvi pno21, np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd vhz xx dt n1 vvd d p-acp pno21, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 135 | Page 24 |
670 | as here in this wildernesse, Ier. 3. 3, 4. 4. Hath not the Lord sent many sorrows, terrors, fears, cares, wearisome businesses that thou hast wished an end of life? this is love, Hos. 2. 6. 5. Hath not the Lord moved thy heart many a time-toward him by perswasions, arguments which have a power to move the heart, this is love, Hos. 11. 4. Cords of a man. 6. Hath not the Lord oft melted thy heart for mercies, | as Here in this Wilderness, Jeremiah 3. 3, 4. 4. Hath not the Lord sent many sorrows, terrors, fears, Cares, wearisome businesses that thou hast wished an end of life? this is love, Hos. 2. 6. 5. Hath not the Lord moved thy heart many a time-toward him by persuasions, Arguments which have a power to move the heart, this is love, Hos. 11. 4. Cords of a man. 6. Hath not the Lord oft melted thy heart for Mercies, | c-acp av p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd, crd crd vhz xx dt n1 vvd d n2, n2, n2, n2, j n2 cst pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f n1? d vbz n1, np1 crd crd crd vhz xx dt n1 vvd po21 n1 d dt j pno31 p-acp n2, n2 r-crq vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, d vbz n1, np1 crd crd n2 pp-f dt n1. crd vhz xx dt n1 av vvn po21 n1 p-acp n2, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 135 | Page 24 |
671 | as David when he might have killed Saul; truly you may feel his love which is much towards you; | as David when he might have killed Saul; truly you may feel his love which is much towards you; | c-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn np1; av-j pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1 r-crq vbz av-d p-acp pn22; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 135 | Page 24 |
672 | that which keeps off thy heart from love, is, the Lord intends it not to me, he is not plain with me. | that which keeps off thy heart from love, is, the Lord intends it not to me, he is not plain with me. | d r-crq vvz a-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1, vbz, dt n1 vvz pn31 xx p-acp pno11, pns31 vbz xx j p-acp pno11. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 135 | Page 24 |
673 | But he sends to thee his plain Gospel which thou art to attend unto; | But he sends to thee his plain Gospel which thou art to attend unto; | p-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno21 po31 n1 n1 r-crq pns21 vb2r pc-acp vvi p-acp; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 135 | Page 24 |
674 | and he takes fittest seasons to speak to thee now in the time of thy heath: | and he Takes Fittest seasons to speak to thee now in the time of thy heath: | cc pns31 vvz js n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 135 | Page 24 |
675 | and doth he not oft visit thy heart when thou art alone? 2. 'Tis servent, vehement, earnest love: | and does he not oft visit thy heart when thou art alone? 2. It's servient, vehement, earnest love: | cc vdz pns31 xx av vvi po21 n1 c-crq pns21 vb2r j? crd pn31|vbz n1, j, j n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 135 | Page 24 |
676 | sometimes a Suitor is real, but he is not earnest; | sometime a Suitor is real, but he is not earnest; | av dt n1 vbz j, cc-acp pns31 vbz xx j; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 136 | Page 24 |
677 | now thus the Lord is: 1. The Lord longs for this, Deut. 5. 29. 2. Pleads for this, Ier. 2. 5. What iniquity, &c. 3. Thinks long for this time, Ier. 13. 27. Ierusalem will not be made clean when shall it once be? 4. Mourns when he hath not this, Ezek. 6. 9. Broken with their whorish heart. | now thus the Lord is: 1. The Lord longs for this, Deuteronomy 5. 29. 2. Pleads for this, Jeremiah 2. 5. What iniquity, etc. 3. Thinks long for this time, Jeremiah 13. 27. Ierusalem will not be made clean when shall it once be? 4. Mourns when he hath not this, Ezekiel 6. 9. Broken with their whorish heart. | av av dt n1 vbz: crd dt n1 vvz p-acp d, np1 crd crd crd vvz p-acp d, np1 crd crd q-crq n1, av crd np1 av-j p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd np1 vmb xx vbi vvn av-j c-crq vmb pn31 a-acp vbb? crd vvz c-crq pns31 vhz xx d, np1 crd crd vvn p-acp po32 j n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 136 | Page 24 |
678 | 5. Content to give away any thing for it, all the love of Christ is founded on this. 6. If thou comest not presently, he is content to wait that he may be gracious. | 5. Content to give away any thing for it, all the love of christ is founded on this. 6. If thou Comest not presently, he is content to wait that he may be gracious. | crd j pc-acp vvi av d n1 c-acp pn31, d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp d. crd cs pns21 vv2 xx av-j, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb vbi j. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 136 | Page 24 |
679 | 3. 'Tis constant and continual, there is not a moment, thou dost not so oft breath, | 3. It's constant and continual, there is not a moment, thou dost not so oft breath, | crd pn31|vbz j cc j, pc-acp vbz xx dt n1, pns21 vd2 xx av av n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
680 | as thou maist see and taste love, Isai. 27. 3. Isai. 65. 2. 1. After all thy whorish departing from God, that if man should do so, no man would own, | as thou Mayest see and taste love, Isaiah 27. 3. Isaiah 65. 2. 1. After all thy whorish departing from God, that if man should do so, no man would own, | c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvi n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd crd p-acp d po21 j n-vvg p-acp np1, cst cs n1 vmd vdi av, dx n1 vmd vvi, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
681 | yet he saith, Return to me: thou seest never a creature but thou hast loved more than Christ, | yet he Says, Return to me: thou See never a creature but thou hast loved more than christ, | av pns31 vvz, vvb p-acp pno11: pns21 vv2 av dt n1 cc-acp pns21 vh2 vvn av-dc cs np1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
722 | then consider as Psal. 73. 2. If he doth depart, he will not be loug but return again: | then Consider as Psalm 73. 2. If he does depart, he will not be long but return again: | av vvb p-acp np1 crd crd cs pns31 vdz vvi, pns31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp n1 av: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 145 | Page 25 |
682 | yet return. 2. When God threatens most terribly, and sets his fury on record, yet then there he minds nothing but love, Ier. 36. 2, 3. 3. When none else will own and pitty thee thou art so vile, | yet return. 2. When God threatens most terribly, and sets his fury on record, yet then there he minds nothing but love, Jeremiah 36. 2, 3. 3. When none Else will own and pity thee thou art so vile, | av vvb. crd c-crq np1 vvz av-ds av-j, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, av av a-acp pns31 vvz pix cc-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd crd c-crq pix av vmb d cc vvi pno21 pns21 vb2r av j, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
683 | yet Ezek. 16. 2, 3. the Lord saith live, then is a time of love. | yet Ezekiel 16. 2, 3. the Lord Says live, then is a time of love. | av np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz vvi, av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
684 | 4. Nay when thou hast cast away thy self as a forlorn creature, yet Hos. 14. 3. In thee the Fatherless find mercy. | 4. Nay when thou hast cast away thy self as a forlorn creature, yet Hos. 14. 3. In thee the Fatherless find mercy. | crd uh-x c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn av po21 n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, av np1 crd crd p-acp pno21 dt j vvi n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
685 | 5. When he hath thee in his arms, ready to give thee up, yet then, How shall I give thee up O Ephraim, Hos. 11. 8. I tell thee if one sparkle of his eternal blasting displeasure should fall upon thee, it would be so intollerable that it would sink thee; | 5. When he hath thee in his arms, ready to give thee up, yet then, How shall I give thee up O Ephraim, Hos. 11. 8. I tell thee if one sparkle of his Eternal blasting displeasure should fallen upon thee, it would be so intolerable that it would sink thee; | crd c-crq pns31 vhz pno21 p-acp po31 n2, j pc-acp vvi pno21 a-acp, av av, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno21 a-acp sy np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb pno21 cs pi vvb pp-f po31 j j-vvg n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno21, pn31 vmd vbi av j cst pn31 vmd vvi pno21; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
686 | his love is as strong as death, no water can quench it; oh 'tis not so with man, or great men, once repulsed is enough: | his love is as strong as death, no water can quench it; o it's not so with man, or great men, once repulsed is enough: | po31 n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp n1, dx n1 vmb vvi pn31; uh pn31|vbz xx av p-acp n1, cc j n2, a-acp vvd vbz d: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
687 | why should the Lord do so here? many think time is past, 'tis not so, 'tis the temptation of them that have time, not of them that want it; | why should the Lord do so Here? many think time is past, it's not so, it's the temptation of them that have time, not of them that want it; | q-crq vmd dt n1 vdb av av? d vvb n1 vbz j, pn31|vbz xx av, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vhb n1, xx pp-f pno32 cst vvb pn31; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
688 | take heed this make thee not despise him. | take heed this make thee not despise him. | vvb n1 d vvi pno21 xx vvi pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 137 | Page 24 |
689 | 4. 'Tis a pure love, others make love for their own ends, but the Lord hath no need of thee, or of thy love: | 4. It's a pure love, Others make love for their own ends, but the Lord hath no need of thee, or of thy love: | crd pn31|vbz dt j n1, n2-jn vvb n1 p-acp po32 d n2, cc-acp dt n1 vhz dx n1 pp-f pno21, cc pp-f po21 n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 138 | Page 24 |
690 | he could raise up of stones children of praise, he could have gone to others, he could have and can fetch his glory out of thy ruine: | he could raise up of stones children of praise, he could have gone to Others, he could have and can fetch his glory out of thy ruin: | pns31 vmd vvi a-acp pp-f n2 n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp n2-jn, pns31 vmd vhi cc vmb vvi po31 n1 av pp-f po21 n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 138 | Page 24 |
691 | he was blessed before all worlds; | he was blessed before all world's; | pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n2; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 138 | Page 24 |
692 | and by all thy sins thou dost but throw stones against the wind, or snow-balls against the Sun: | and by all thy Sins thou dost but throw stones against the wind, or snowballs against the Sun: | cc p-acp d po21 n2 pns21 vd2 p-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n2 p-acp dt n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 138 | Page 24 |
693 | why doth he do it? O 'tis thy good, he pitties thee as once Ierusalem, to look upon thy destruction and desolation: | why does he do it? O it's thy good, he pities thee as once Ierusalem, to look upon thy destruction and desolation: | q-crq vdz pns31 vdi pn31? sy pn31|vbz av j, pns31 vvz pno21 p-acp a-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 138 | Page 24 |
694 | as 'tis with the Elect, they have wrath before their eyes, and hence perswade others, so the Lord Jesus. SECT. III. 3. COnsider 'tis nothing else but love the Lord looks for, or cares for. | as it's with the Elect, they have wrath before their eyes, and hence persuade Others, so the Lord jesus. SECT. III. 3. Consider it's nothing Else but love the Lord looks for, or Cares for. | c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt j-vvn, pns32 vhb n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc av vvi n2-jn, av dt n1 np1. n1. np1. crd vvb pn31|vbz pix av cc-acp vvb dt n1 vvz p-acp, cc vvz p-acp. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 138 | Page 24 |
695 | Love looks for nothing but love, Prov. 8. 17. and this is the end of all Election, to be holy before him in love: | Love looks for nothing but love, Curae 8. 17. and this is the end of all Election, to be holy before him in love: | n1 vvz p-acp pix cc-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31 p-acp n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 139 | Page 25 |
696 | and mark it, if it be a stayed love, that constrain• thee to him, you cannot wrong him: | and mark it, if it be a stayed love, that constrain• thee to him, you cannot wrong him: | cc vvb pn31, cs pn31 vbb dt j-vvn n1, cst n1 pno21 p-acp pno31, pn22 vmbx vvi pno31: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 139 | Page 25 |
697 | As if thou come and perswade one to murder his Child, he cannot; | As if thou come and persuade one to murder his Child, he cannot; | c-acp cs pns21 vvb cc vvi pi pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vmbx; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 139 | Page 25 |
698 | so if perswaded to despise, oh bowels of heart-breaking love, 2 Cor. 5. And surely 'tis admirable love; | so if persuaded to despise, o bowels of Heartbreaking love, 2 Cor. 5. And surely it's admirable love; | av cs vvn pc-acp vvi, uh n2 pp-f j-jn n1, crd np1 crd cc av-j pn31|vbz j n1; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 139 | Page 25 |
699 | What if it were thy Goods; | What if it were thy Goods; | r-crq cs pn31 vbdr po21 n2-j; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 139 | Page 25 |
700 | thy Isa•• to be sacrificed, thy body to be burned, it was nothing, but he desires only love, only thy heart which hath forged so much villany against him: | thy Isa•• to be sacrificed, thy body to be burned, it was nothing, but he Desires only love, only thy heart which hath forged so much villainy against him: | po21 np1 pc-acp vbi vvn, po21 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pn31 vbds pix, cc-acp pns31 vvz av-j n1, av-j po21 n1 r-crq vhz vvn av d n1 p-acp pno31: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 139 | Page 25 |
701 | let him never be called upon, or professed, if not worthy of this. | let him never be called upon, or professed, if not worthy of this. | vvb pno31 av-x vbi vvn p-acp, cc vvn, cs xx j pp-f d. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 139 | Page 25 |
702 | After all, is this all? yes, no Portion he cares for, and when he hath this he hath all. Wonder at this O Angels! SECT. IV. 4. COnsider what he will do for thee, how he will love thee, if thou wilt thus love him. | After all, is this all? yes, no Portion he Cares for, and when he hath this he hath all. Wonder At this O Angels! SECT. IV. 4. Consider what he will do for thee, how he will love thee, if thou wilt thus love him. | p-acp d, vbz d d? uh, dx n1 pns31 vvz p-acp, cc c-crq pns31 vhz d pns31 vhz av-d. n1 p-acp d fw-la n2! n1. np1 crd vvb r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno21, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno21, cs pns21 vm2 av vvi pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 139 | Page 25 |
703 | 1. He will set thee next himself in honour, Psalm 45. 9. that as the Lord Jesus is next to God, sits at his right hand: | 1. He will Set thee next himself in honour, Psalm 45. 9. that as the Lord jesus is next to God, sits At his right hand: | crd pns31 vmb vvi pno21 ord px31 p-acp n1, n1 crd crd d c-acp dt n1 np1 vbz ord p-acp np1, vvz p-acp po31 j-jn n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 141 | Page 25 |
704 | so here, which is an honour that the Angels have not, who are no where called Christs Spouse: | so Here, which is an honour that the Angels have not, who Are not where called Christ Spouse: | av av, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst dt n2 vhb xx, r-crq vbr xx c-crq vvn npg1 n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 141 | Page 25 |
705 | hence never had such an union, hence never shall partake of that honour of Saints. | hence never had such an Union, hence never shall partake of that honour of Saints. | av av-x vhn d dt n1, av av-x vmb vvi pp-f d n1 pp-f n2. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 141 | Page 25 |
706 | 2. He will enrich thee, as 'tis with Man and Wife, all that he hath is hers: | 2. He will enrich thee, as it's with Man and Wife, all that he hath is hers: | crd pns31 vmb vvi pno21, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, d cst pns31 vhz vbz png31: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 142 | Page 25 |
707 | so himself, and all his glory, his God, his Father, his Kingdom is thine, Prov. 8. 21. they that love me inherit something, others nothing: | so himself, and all his glory, his God, his Father, his Kingdom is thine, Curae 8. 21. they that love me inherit something, Others nothing: | av n1, cc d po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1 vbz png21, np1 crd crd pns32 cst vvb pno11 vvi pi, n2-jn pix: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 142 | Page 25 |
708 | no, nothing indeed, only shews of good, and they find it so when they awake, nothing their own, nothing long: | no, nothing indeed, only shows of good, and they find it so when they awake, nothing their own, nothing long: | uh-dx, pix av, av-j vvz pp-f j, cc pns32 vvb pn31 av c-crq pns32 vvb, pix pc-acp vvi, pix j: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 142 | Page 25 |
709 | that let thy outward man, yea thy inward be never so poor, thou shalt by him be heir of all. 3. He will cousel thee: | that let thy outward man, yea thy inward be never so poor, thou shalt by him be heir of all. 3. He will counsel thee: | d vvb po21 j n1, uh po21 j vbb av-x av j, pns21 vm2 p-acp pno31 vbb n1 pp-f d. crd pns31 vmb vvi pno21: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 142 | Page 25 |
710 | hence David, Psal. 73. made choice of God, Thou wilt guìde me by thy counsel; no greater curse than to be left to the guidance of a mans own counsel: | hence David, Psalm 73. made choice of God, Thou wilt guìde me by thy counsel; no greater curse than to be left to the guidance of a men own counsel: | av np1, np1 crd j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1; dx jc n1 cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 d n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 143 | Page 25 |
711 | but here there shall not be any strait, but the Lord will shew thee a way out of it, either by his prudence or providence; | but Here there shall not be any strait, but the Lord will show thee a Way out of it, either by his prudence or providence; | cc-acp av pc-acp vmb xx vbi d j, cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 dt n1 av pp-f pn31, av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 143 | Page 25 |
712 | there shall not be any secret of Christ that thou desirest to know, but as Christ told them, You are my Friends, so you are my Spouse: | there shall not be any secret of christ that thou Desirest to know, but as christ told them, You Are my Friends, so you Are my Spouse: | pc-acp vmb xx vbi d n-jn pp-f np1 cst pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-acp np1 vvd pno32, pn22 vbr po11 n2, av pn22 vbr po11 n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 143 | Page 25 |
713 | hence all his secrets shall be opened to thee: | hence all his secrets shall be opened to thee: | av d po31 n2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno21: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 143 | Page 25 |
714 | there shall not be one act of thy life, but ordered by infinite prudence, and wisdom, and love; | there shall not be one act of thy life, but ordered by infinite prudence, and Wisdom, and love; | pc-acp vmb xx vbi crd n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc-acp vvn p-acp j n1, cc n1, cc n1; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 143 | Page 25 |
715 | sometimes we are befooled in our own counsels, and left to them to teach us to depend on the Lord the more, | sometime we Are befooled in our own Counsels, and left to them to teach us to depend on the Lord the more, | av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po12 d n2, cc vvd p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt av-dc, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 143 | Page 25 |
716 | yet thereby shall come out such good, that it shall be among us as with Iosephs Brethren. | yet thereby shall come out such good, that it shall be among us as with Joseph's Brothers. | av av vmb vvi av d j, cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno12 p-acp p-acp np1 n2. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 143 | Page 25 |
717 | 4. He will dwell with thee as a man must dwell with his Wife, Iohn 14. 23. that the great Mediator that passeth by Kings and Princes, | 4. He will dwell with thee as a man must dwell with his Wife, John 14. 23. that the great Mediator that passes by Kings and Princes, | crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd d dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp n2 cc n2, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 144 | Page 25 |
718 | and will not look on them, should come and dwell with thee: | and will not look on them, should come and dwell with thee: | cc vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32, vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp pno21: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 144 | Page 25 |
719 | this is better than to have the presence of Kings, the guard of Angels, better than Heaven it self, that he should dwel where is nothing worthy to entertain him, only something to grieve him. Now this is, | this is better than to have the presence of Kings, the guard of Angels, better than Heaven it self, that he should dwell where is nothing worthy to entertain him, only something to grieve him. Now this is, | d vbz jc cs pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, jc cs n1 pn31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi q-crq vbz pix j pc-acp vvi pno31, av-j pi pc-acp vvi pno31. av d vbz, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 144 | Page 25 |
720 | 1. A constant assistance of the Spirit, that let the Soul go where he will, be brought to never so low an ebb, | 1. A constant assistance of the Spirit, that let the Soul go where he will, be brought to never so low an ebb, | crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvb dt n1 vvb c-crq pns31 vmb, vbb vvn p-acp av-x av j dt n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 145 | Page 25 |
1054 | yet when Faith imploies love, the work is very great. | yet when Faith employs love, the work is very great. | av c-crq n1 vvz n1, dt n1 vbz av j. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
723 | and those that know his affection, know it so to be, Isai. 54. for a little moment, &c. so the Lord may depart, | and those that know his affection, know it so to be, Isaiah 54. for a little moment, etc. so the Lord may depart, | cc d cst vvb po31 n1, vvb pn31 av pc-acp vbi, np1 crd p-acp dt j n1, av av dt n1 vmb vvi, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 145 | Page 25 |
724 | and when his presence is a little more esteemed, come again with everlasting mercies: | and when his presence is a little more esteemed, come again with everlasting Mercies: | cc c-crq po31 n1 vbz dt j av-dc vvn, vvb av p-acp j n2: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 145 | Page 25 |
725 | as a man may know many weaknesses by his Wife, yet she having not bestowed her heart on any other, he will return: | as a man may know many Weaknesses by his Wife, yet she having not bestowed her heart on any other, he will return: | c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vhg xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp d n-jn, pns31 vmb vvi: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 145 | Page 25 |
726 | so if thou canst say, yet I am the Lords, he will return. | so if thou Canst say, yet I am the lords, he will return. | av cs pns21 vm2 vvi, av pns11 vbm dt n2, pns31 vmb vvi. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 145 | Page 25 |
727 | 5. He will rejoyce in thee and over thee, Zeph. 3. 17. as a Bridegroom doth over the Bride: | 5. He will rejoice in thee and over thee, Zephaniah 3. 17. as a Bridegroom does over the Bride: | crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 cc p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp dt n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 146 | Page 25 |
728 | Not because of any beauty in thee, for there is none, but because given in marriage of the Father, and for his own sake. | Not Because of any beauty in thee, for there is none, but Because given in marriage of the Father, and for his own sake. | xx p-acp pp-f d n1 p-acp pno21, c-acp pc-acp vbz pix, cc-acp c-acp vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp po31 d n1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 146 | Page 25 |
729 | This day thou shalt no sooner set thy heart on Christ, but he falls in love with thee, | This day thou shalt no sooner Set thy heart on christ, but he falls in love with thee, | d n1 pns21 vm2 av-dx av-c vvd po21 n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 146 | Page 25 |
730 | and will take thee with joy; | and will take thee with joy; | cc vmb vvi pno21 p-acp n1; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 146 | Page 25 |
731 | thou thinkest he will be angry if thou closest with him and love him, no, it will be the joy of Heaven, of Jesus Christ himself. | thou Thinkest he will be angry if thou closest with him and love him, no, it will be the joy of Heaven, of jesus christ himself. | pns21 vv2 pns31 vmb vbi j cs pns21 js p-acp pno31 cc vvi pno31, uh-dx, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f np1 np1 px31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 146 | Page 25 |
732 | 6. He will exceedingly comfort thee; | 6. He will exceedingly Comfort thee; | crd pns31 vmb av-vvg vvb pno21; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 147 | Page 26 |
733 | and look as 'tis with tender husbands, then they comfort most when most sorrowes be•ide them, | and look as it's with tender Husbands, then they Comfort most when most sorrows be•ide them, | cc vvb c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n2, cs pns32 vvb av-ds c-crq ds n2 vvb pno32, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 147 | Page 26 |
734 | for who could endure his wife should be alway drooping? So even then when nothing doth or can comfort thee, the Lord will, Isa. 54. 6. For the Lord doth not alway comfort, | for who could endure his wife should be always drooping? So even then when nothing does or can Comfort thee, the Lord will, Isaiah 54. 6. For the Lord does not always Comfort, | p-acp r-crq vmd vvi po31 n1 vmd vbi av vvg? av av av c-crq pix vdz cc vmb vvi pno21, dt n1 vmb, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vdz xx av vvi, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 147 | Page 26 |
735 | but when in need, as it was with the Patriarchs, Then God appeared, when they were at worst; | but when in need, as it was with the Patriarchs, Then God appeared, when they were At worst; | cc-acp c-crq p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2, cs np1 vvd, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp js; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 147 | Page 26 |
736 | and these are abundant comforts, 2 Cor. 1. 3, 4, 5. You shall not need to scramble for it as many do, whose hearts do not love Christ in truth as yet. | and these Are abundant comforts, 2 Cor. 1. 3, 4, 5. You shall not need to scramble for it as many do, whose hearts do not love christ in truth as yet. | cc d vbr j n2, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn22 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp d vdb, rg-crq n2 vdb xx vvi np1 p-acp n1 c-acp av. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 147 | Page 26 |
737 | 7. He will put up all Wrongs, and bear exceedingly with thee Many think even when God hath sealed love to them, | 7. He will put up all Wrongs, and bear exceedingly with thee Many think even when God hath sealed love to them, | crd pns31 vmb vvi a-acp d n2-jn, cc vvb av-vvg p-acp pno21 np1 vvb av c-crq np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno32, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 148 | Page 26 |
738 | if any little sin be committed, then they are cast off; no, if under the Law so indeed, but when espoused to him, 'tis not weaknesses, | if any little since be committed, then they Are cast off; no, if under the Law so indeed, but when espoused to him, it's not Weaknesses, | cs d j n1 vbi vvn, cs pns32 vbr vvn a-acp; uh-dx, cs p-acp dt n1 av av, cc-acp c-crq vvn p-acp pno31, pn31|vbz xx n2, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 148 | Page 26 |
739 | nor wilfulnesse can make the Lord cast thee away, but he will heal the one, | nor wilfulness can make the Lord cast thee away, but he will heal the one, | ccx n1 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb pno21 av, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt pi, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 148 | Page 26 |
740 | and afflict thee for (yet not cast thee off) for the other, Psal. 89. 33. My loving kindnesse will I never take away. | and afflict thee for (yet not cast thee off) for the other, Psalm 89. 33. My loving kindness will I never take away. | cc vvb pno21 p-acp (av xx vvi pno21 a-acp) p-acp dt n-jn, np1 crd crd po11 vvg n1 vmb pns11 av-x vvi av. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 148 | Page 26 |
741 | Yea, he will forgive both, Luke 7. 47. Much forgiven because she loved much. | Yea, he will forgive both, Lycia 7. 47. Much forgiven Because she loved much. | uh, pns31 vmb vvi d, av crd crd av-d vvn c-acp pns31 vvd av-d. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 148 | Page 26 |
742 | Nay, thy wrongs shall be an occasion to make him love thee more, Rom. 5. Where sin abounds, Grace abounds. | Nay, thy wrongs shall be an occasion to make him love thee more, Rom. 5. Where since abounds, Grace abounds. | uh, po21 n2-jn vmb vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi pno21 av-dc, np1 crd q-crq n1 vvz, n1 vvz. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 148 | Page 26 |
743 | 8. He will never part with thee, Hos. 2. 19. Once love him, and he will never lose thee. | 8. He will never part with thee, Hos. 2. 19. Once love him, and he will never loose thee. | crd pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd a-acp vvb pno31, cc pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno21. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 149 | Page 26 |
744 | 1. No sin shall part thee and him; | 1. No since shall part thee and him; | crd dx n1 vmb vvi pno21 cc pno31; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 150 | Page 26 |
745 | for Christ when he enters into marriage covenant, doth not suspend his love on our Grace or Holinesse, | for christ when he enters into marriage Covenant, does not suspend his love on our Grace or Holiness, | c-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 n1, vdz xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 150 | Page 26 |
746 | then he might leave quickly, but on his own Grace to wash away out filthinesse, Eph. 5. 25, 26. If a husband marries a woman only for so long as she is in health, | then he might leave quickly, but on his own Grace to wash away out filthiness, Ephesians 5. 25, 26. If a husband Marries a woman only for so long as she is in health, | cs pns31 vmd vvi av-j, cc-acp p-acp po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi av av n1, np1 crd crd, crd cs dt n1 vvz dt n1 av-j p-acp av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 150 | Page 26 |
747 | then when sicknesse comes he may depart. But è contra, if to take away her sicknesses, then they cannot hinder: Nothing but Adultery can part; | then when sickness comes he may depart. But è contra, if to take away her Sicknesses, then they cannot hinder: Nothing but Adultery can part; | av c-crq n1 vvz pns31 vmb vvi. p-acp fw-fr fw-la, cs pc-acp vvi av po31 n2, cs pns32 vmbx vvi: pix cc-acp n1 vmb vvi; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 150 | Page 26 |
748 | Now that they cannot do, for nothing breaks, till covenant is broken: | Now that they cannot do, for nothing breaks, till Covenant is broken: | av cst pns32 vmbx vdi, c-acp pix vvz, c-acp n1 vbz vvn: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 150 | Page 26 |
749 | And the covenant here is everlasting, and so undertaken for by the Lord that it can never be broken. | And the Covenant Here is everlasting, and so undertaken for by the Lord that it can never be broken. | cc dt n1 av vbz j, cc av vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 150 | Page 26 |
750 | 2. No miseries can, Rom. 8. 35, 36, 37. Can tribulation? It makes man leave us, | 2. No misery's can, Rom. 8. 35, 36, 37. Can tribulation? It makes man leave us, | crd uh-dx n2 vmb, np1 crd crd, crd, crd vmb n1? pn31 vvz n1 vvb pno12, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 151 | Page 26 |
751 | but this is peculiar to Christ, he will not leave. 3. Death cannot, it must part man and wife, though loved never so dearly before; but here not; | but this is peculiar to christ, he will not leave. 3. Death cannot, it must part man and wife, though loved never so dearly before; but Here not; | cc-acp d vbz j p-acp np1, pns31 vmb xx vvi. crd n1 vmbx, pn31 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, cs vvn av-x av av-jn a-acp; cc-acp av xx; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 151 | Page 26 |
752 | but then he will come himself and fetch thee, Iohn 14. 1, 2, 3. Take thy soul to the Bride-chamber, there to be with him for ever and ever, | but then he will come himself and fetch thee, John 14. 1, 2, 3. Take thy soul to the Bridechamber, there to be with him for ever and ever, | cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi px31 cc vvb pno21, np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, a-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 p-acp av cc av, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 152 | Page 26 |
753 | and he will keep the dust of thy blessed body, and not lose one dust of it, | and he will keep the dust of thy blessed body, and not loose one dust of it, | cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 j-vvn n1, cc xx vvi crd n1 pp-f pn31, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 152 | Page 26 |
754 | and at the last day raise it; | and At the last day raise it; | cc p-acp dt ord n1 vvi pn31; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 152 | Page 26 |
755 | and then when others shall cry out Yonder is him whom I have grieved, then shalt thou lift up thy head, Yonder comes my husband to comfort me, to crown me, that I may dwell with him. | and then when Others shall cry out Yonder is him whom I have grieved, then shalt thou lift up thy head, Yonder comes my husband to Comfort me, to crown me, that I may dwell with him. | cc av c-crq n2-jn vmb vvi av av-d vbz pn31 ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn, av vm2 pns21 vvi a-acp po21 n1, av-d vvz po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pno11, pc-acp vvi pno11, cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 152 | Page 26 |
756 | It shall be the blessed day to thee. | It shall be the blessed day to thee. | pn31 vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 p-acp pno21. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 152 | Page 26 |
757 | And when judgement is done, thou shalt go with thy beloved from the air up to Hewen with a shout, | And when judgement is done, thou shalt go with thy Beloved from the air up to Hewn with a shout, | cc c-crq n1 vbz vdn, pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 j-vvn p-acp dt n1 a-acp p-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 152 | Page 26 |
758 | and live in his love and dearest embracings of thee, and this he will do for thee so poor and vile in thine own eyes? Now will you have him? and that now, or no? SECT. V. | and live in his love and dearest embracings of thee, and this he will do for thee so poor and vile in thine own eyes? Now will you have him? and that now, or no? SECT. V. | cc vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc js-jn n2 pp-f pno21, cc d pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno21 av j cc j p-acp po21 d n2? av vmb pn22 vhi pno31? cc cst av, cc dx? n1. n1 | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 152 | Page 26 |
759 | 1. IF the Lord be so desirous of me, |
1. IF the Lord be so desirous of me, why does he not overcome me? | crd cs dt n1 vbb av j pp-f pno11, q-crq vdz pns31 xx vvi pno11? | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 153 | Page 26 |
760 | If the Lord doth it, |
If the Lord does it, it's by these cords of love, and if not, the brand of a Reprobate is upon thee. | cs dt n1 vdz pn31, pn31|vbz p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cc cs xx, dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn vbz p-acp pno21. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 154 | Page 26 |
761 | 2. But I do love him already. | 2. But I do love him already. | crd p-acp pns11 vdb vvi pno31 av. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 155 | Page 26 |
762 | Is it with such a love as makes you unable to resist him? to wrong him? as the Apostle said, We cannot speak against the Truth, but for it; for if not it's nought. | vbz pn31 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz pn22 j pc-acp vvi pno31? pc-acp vvi pno31? p-acp dt n1 vvd, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp pn31; p-acp cs xx pn31|vbz pix. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 156 | Page 26 | |
763 | There is a natural love to Christ, as to one that doth thee good, and for thine own ends; | There is a natural love to christ, as to one that does thee good, and for thine own ends; | pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1, c-acp p-acp pi cst vdz pno21 j, cc p-acp po21 d n2; | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 156 | Page 26 |
764 | and spirituall for himself, whereby the Lord only is exalted: H•st thou this? 3. But I do not have Christ. | and spiritual for himself, whereby the Lord only is exalted: H•st thou this? 3. But I do not have christ. | cc j p-acp px31, c-crq dt n1 av-j vbz vvn: vvb pns21 d? crd p-acp pns11 vdb xx vhi np1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 156 | Page 26 |
765 | If any man do not love him with a positive love, let him be Anathema. 4. I cannot love him. | cs d n1 vdb xx vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, vvb pno31 vbi n1. crd pns11 vmbx vvi pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 158 | Page 26 | |
766 | 1. What Canst thou love Else? 2. Thou Canst not love him so well as thou Shouldst, | crd q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi av? crd pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno31 av av c-acp pns21 vmd2, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 160 | Page 27 | |
767 | therefore close with him, and love will follow. 3. Get the Lord to overcome thy heart, Ier. 3. 19. | Therefore close with him, and love will follow. 3. Get the Lord to overcome thy heart, Jeremiah 3. 19. | av av-j p-acp pno31, cc n1 vmb vvi. crd vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, np1 crd crd | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 160 | Page 27 |
768 | How shall I do it? |
How shall I do it? | q-crq vmb pns11 vdi pn31? | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 161 | Page 27 |
769 | 1. Set him before thee? Who will commit lewdnesse while her husband look• on? |
1. Set him before thee? Who will commit Lewdness while her husband look• on? Psalm 16. 8. 2. See what content thou givest christ by love: | crd j-vvn pno31 p-acp pno21? q-crq vmb vvi n1 cs po31 n1 n1 p-acp? np1 crd crd crd n1 r-crq n1 pns21 vv2 np1 p-acp n1: | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 162 | Page 27 |
770 | Smallest duties coming from love are accepted. What makes thee wrong him to please thy self? Let a thing crosse thee, yet it con•ents Christ Jesus. | Smallest duties coming from love Are accepted. What makes thee wrong him to please thy self? Let a thing cross thee, yet it con•ents christ jesus. | js n2 vvg p-acp n1 vbr vvn. q-crq vvz pno21 vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi po21 n1? vvb dt n1 p-acp pno21, av pn31 vvz np1 np1. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 163 | Page 27 |
771 | 3. Get him, and wait by Faith on him to overcome thy heart, and the work is done then. | 3. Get him, and wait by Faith on him to overcome thy heart, and the work is done then. | crd vvb pno31, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, cc dt n1 vbz vdn av. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
772 | Now will you do this or no? If not say then you have had a fair offer, | Now will you do this or no? If not say then you have had a fair offer, | av vmb pn22 vdi d cc dx? cs xx vvi cs pn22 vhb vhn dt j n1, | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
773 | and tell the Devils so, when thou goest down to Hell, as it may be thou maiest ere long. | and tell the Devils so, when thou goest down to Hell, as it may be thou Mayest ere long. | cc vvb dt n2 av, c-crq pns21 vv2 a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vm2 p-acp av-j. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
774 | Men talk of terrible Sermons, but these sink deepest. | Men talk of terrible Sermons, but these sink Deepest. | np1 n1 pp-f j n2, cc-acp d n1 js-jn. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
775 | Tell me, dost thou love the lord only? Wil't keep lusts or Christ alone? If so, then look to it. | Tell me, dost thou love the lord only? Wiled keep Lustiest or christ alone? If so, then look to it. | vvb pno11, vd2 pns21 vvi dt n1 av-j? vmb|pn31 vvi n2 cc np1 j? cs av, av vvb p-acp pn31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
776 | In this Countrey a woman killed her child, and she said, when she did it, her child smiled upon her. | In this Country a woman killed her child, and she said, when she did it, her child smiled upon her. | p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvd po31 n1, cc pns31 vvd, c-crq pns31 vdd pn31, po31 n1 vvd p-acp pno31. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
777 | Wilt thou kick Christs love now when he smiles upon thee. Afterward shee repented, but it was too late. | Wilt thou kick Christ love now when he smiles upon thee. Afterwards she repented, but it was too late. | vm2 pns21 vvi npg1 n1 av c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno21. av pns31 vvd, cc-acp pn31 vbds av j. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
778 | Women when they have a mind to some other, murder their husbands, but if known; burnt they must be. | Women when they have a mind to Some other, murder their Husbands, but if known; burned they must be. | n2 c-crq pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp d n-jn, vvb po32 n2, cc-acp cs vvn; vvn pns32 vmb vbi. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
779 | But wilt have him and love him alone? Oh if perswaded to this, then happy for ever. | But wilt have him and love him alone? O if persuaded to this, then happy for ever. | cc-acp vmd2 vhi pno31 cc vvi pno31 av-j? uh cs vvn p-acp d, av j c-acp av. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
780 | Let this day be the beginning of eternal Glory to thy soul, and the God of peace be with thee. | Let this day be the beginning of Eternal Glory to thy soul, and the God of peace be with thee. | vvb d n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb p-acp pno21. | (10) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
781 | CHAP. VII. Sheweth that a man hath no power in himself to do any spiritual work, but that he must receive all from Christ. | CHAP. VII. Shows that a man hath no power in himself to do any spiritual work, but that he must receive all from christ. | np1 np1. vvz d dt n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp px31 pc-acp vdi d j n1, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi d p-acp np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 164 | Page 27 |
782 | 4. HEnce we see a necessity, |
4. HEnce we see a necessity, if ever we look to have communion with christ, to do all spiritual work, all we do (Theologically) from the mighty power of christ, from the life and Spirit of christ. | crd av pns12 vvb dt n1, cs av pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vdi d j n1, d pns12 vdb (j) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 165 | Page 27 |
783 | To bring forth no Spirituall Act but from Christ, and for Christ, (I shall put both in one, | To bring forth no Spiritual Act but from christ, and for christ, (I shall put both in one, | p-acp vvi av dx j n1 cc-acp p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, (pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp pi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 165 | Page 27 |
784 | and the latter into the first; | and the latter into the First; | cc dt d p-acp dt ord; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 165 | Page 27 |
785 | for none act truly from him but it is for him) for you know if a woman bring forth children to any other but her own husband, that woman hath lost her chastity: | for none act truly from him but it is for him) for you know if a woman bring forth children to any other but her own husband, that woman hath lost her chastity: | c-acp pix n1 av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno31) c-acp pn22 vvb cs dt n1 vvb av n2 p-acp d n-jn p-acp po31 d n1, cst n1 vhz vvn po31 n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 165 | Page 27 |
786 | So when men shall bring forth the fruits of obedience to any other, from any other, | So when men shall bring forth the fruits of Obedience to any other, from any other, | av c-crq n2 vmb vvi av dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n-jn, p-acp d n-jn, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 165 | Page 27 |
787 | but from Christ, they lose their virginity, their chastity, without which no communion with Christ. | but from christ, they loose their virginity, their chastity, without which no communion with christ. | cc-acp p-acp np1, pns32 vvb po32 n1, po32 n1, p-acp r-crq dx n1 p-acp np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 165 | Page 27 |
788 | For I have ever made two parts or degrees of Christian chastity, (as 'tis in outward chastity.) | For I have ever made two parts or Degrees of Christian chastity, (as it's in outward chastity.) | p-acp pns11 vhb av vvn crd n2 cc n2 pp-f njp n1, (c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n1.) | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 165 | Page 27 |
789 | 1. The soul sets its chief affections on Christ alone, that look as 'tis with a woman, | 1. The soul sets its chief affections on christ alone, that look as it's with a woman, | crd dt n1 vvz po31 j-jn n2 p-acp np1 av-j, cst vvb c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 166 | Page 27 |
790 | though she cannot do much, nor deserve his love, yet her heart is with him, her self is his, Cant. 6. 3. I am my Beloveds. | though she cannot do much, nor deserve his love, yet her heart is with him, her self is his, Cant 6. 3. I am my Beloveds. | cs pns31 vmbx vdi d, ccx vvi po31 n1, av po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno31, po31 n1 vbz png31, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm po11 ng1-vvn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 166 | Page 27 |
791 | 2. The soul b•ings forth fruits of love only unto Christ, i. e. from Christ and for Christ, | 2. The soul b•ings forth fruits of love only unto christ, i. e. from christ and for christ, | crd dt n1 vvz av n2 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp np1, sy. sy. p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 167 | Page 27 |
792 | as in marriage the woman brings forth fruit of her womb to her Husband; and this is set down plainly, Rom. 7. 4. The first we have handled. Now a little of this. | as in marriage the woman brings forth fruit of her womb to her Husband; and this is Set down plainly, Rom. 7. 4. The First we have handled. Now a little of this. | c-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz av n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc d vbz vvn a-acp av-j, np1 crd crd dt ord pns12 vhb vvn. av dt j pp-f d. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 167 | Page 27 |
793 | And that I may presse this which is of much use to you, give me leave to expresse my self in these Conclusions. SECT. I. THat all men living nakedly considered in themselves, Concl. 1. | And that I may press this which is of much use to you, give me leave to express my self in these Conclusions. SECT. I. THat all men living nakedly considered in themselves, Conclusio 1. | cc cst pns11 vmb vvi d r-crq vbz pp-f d n1 p-acp pn22, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp d n2. n1. np1 cst d n2 vvg av-j vvn p-acp px32, np1 crd. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 167 | Page 27 |
794 | have l•st all power to do any thing that is good, Rom. 3. 12. None that doth good, 1. His light is quite extinct, and his eyes quite out: | have l•st all power to do any thing that is good, Rom. 3. 12. None that does good, 1. His Light is quite extinct, and his eyes quite out: | vhb vvn d n1 pc-acp vdi d n1 cst vbz j, np1 crd crd pi cst vdz j, crd po31 n1 vbz av j, cc po31 n2 av av: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 168 | Page 28 |
795 | hence said to sit in darknesse, and the shadow of death, Mat. 4 ▪ 16. now a shadow is a privation of some light, this of all light, hence called darknesse it self; | hence said to fit in darkness, and the shadow of death, Mathew 4 ▪ 16. now a shadow is a privation of Some Light, this of all Light, hence called darkness it self; | av vvd p-acp vvb p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd ▪ crd av dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, d pp-f d n1, av vvn n1 pn31 n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 168 | Page 28 |
796 | take the blindest Indian, he is a witnesse of this truth, and a right picture of a soul fallen from God: | take the blindest Indian, he is a witness of this truth, and a right picture of a soul fallen from God: | vvb dt js np1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp np1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 168 | Page 28 |
797 | hence because he cannot see, he cannot do, 1 Cor. 2. 14. 2. All that life he had to act well is lost too, Eph. 2. 1. he is dead in trespasses and sins: | hence Because he cannot see, he cannot do, 1 Cor. 2. 14. 2. All that life he had to act well is lost too, Ephesians 2. 1. he is dead in Trespasses and Sins: | av c-acp pns31 vmbx vvi, pns31 vmbx vdi, crd np1 crd crd crd av-d d n1 pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi av vbz vvn av, np1 crd crd pns31 vbz j p-acp n2 cc n2: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 168 | Page 28 |
798 | he cannot breath, not speak, nor think, nor do one thing that is good: I say nakedly considered in himself. | he cannot breath, not speak, nor think, nor do one thing that is good: I say nakedly considered in himself. | pns31 vmbx vvi, xx vvi, ccx vvi, ccx vdb crd n1 cst vbz j: pns11 vvb av-j vvn p-acp px31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 168 | Page 28 |
799 | And hence look upon a man quite forsaken of God in Hell, there you may see as in a lively looking-glass what every man living is when the Lord leaves him: | And hence look upon a man quite forsaken of God in Hell, there you may see as in a lively looking-glass what every man living is when the Lord leaves him: | cc av vvb p-acp dt n1 av vvn pp-f np1 p-acp n1, a-acp pn22 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1 r-crq d n1 vvg vbz c-crq dt n1 vvz pno31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 168 | Page 28 |
800 | he can blaspheme him, he cannot love him, he can contemn God, he cannot esteem him: | he can Blaspheme him, he cannot love him, he can contemn God, he cannot esteem him: | pns31 vmb vvi pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi np1, pns31 vmbx vvi pno31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 168 | Page 28 |
801 | he can wish there were no God to punish him: | he can wish there were no God to Punish him: | pns31 vmb vvi a-acp vbdr dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 168 | Page 28 |
802 | he cannot submit unto God, though he leaves the most heavy load upon him, and you see not your selves untill you see your selves here, and see your selves thus. SECT. II. | he cannot submit unto God, though he leaves the most heavy load upon him, and you see not your selves until you see your selves Here, and see your selves thus. SECT. II | pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp np1, cs pns31 vvz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp pno31, cc pn22 vvb xx po22 n2 c-acp pn22 vvb po22 n2 av, cc vvb po22 n2 av. n1. crd | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 168 | Page 28 |
803 | THat unto some men especially, nay unto all men almost, though vile, yet more or lesse the Lord gives a power to act, Concl. 2. and live, | THat unto Some men especially, nay unto all men almost, though vile, yet more or less the Lord gives a power to act, Conclusio 2. and live, | cst p-acp d n2 av-j, uh-x p-acp d n2 av, cs j, av av-dc cc av-dc dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd cc vvi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
804 | and move, and to do many spiritual duties, or good duties from themselves For as there is a bredth in the wayes of Grace, that every Christian hath not the like measure of Grace, | and move, and to do many spiritual duties, or good duties from themselves For as there is a breadth in the ways of Grace, that every Christian hath not the like measure of Grace, | cc vvi, cc pc-acp vdi d j n2, cc j n2 p-acp px32 c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst d np1 vhz xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
805 | so there is a bredth or latitude in the wayes of sin: | so there is a breadth or latitude in the ways of since: | av pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
806 | every sinner breaks not forth into the like measure of sin, but some are far better than others; | every sinner breaks not forth into the like measure of since, but Some Are Far better than Others; | d n1 vvz xx av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp d vbr av-j av-jc cs n2-jn; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
807 | as the three grounds that were bad, yet one better than another. | as the three grounds that were bad, yet one better than Another. | c-acp dt crd n2 cst vbdr j, av pi jc cs j-jn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
808 | Now how comes this about? why, the Lord gives that power to act (as all the knowledg of a God) by the light of Nature (falsly so called) this is the work of God, Rom. 1. 19. Hence all terrors, | Now how comes this about? why, the Lord gives that power to act (as all the knowledge of a God) by the Light of Nature (falsely so called) this is the work of God, Rom. 1. 19. Hence all terrors, | av q-crq vvz d a-acp? uh-crq, dt n1 vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi (c-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (av-j av vvn) d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd av d n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
809 | and comforts, and duties of Conscience are all from God: | and comforts, and duties of Conscience Are all from God: | cc n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 vbr d p-acp np1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
810 | so the Historical Faith of the Gospel which many have, and so to confesse and professe no salvation but by Christ, together with a readinesse to dye in defence of this truth and Religion, | so the Historical Faith of the Gospel which many have, and so to confess and profess no salvation but by christ, together with a readiness to die in defence of this truth and Religion, | av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq d vhb, cc av pc-acp vvi cc vvb dx n1 cc-acp p-acp np1, av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
811 | and joy from this, and reformation of life upon this, none of these are natural to this soyl of a mans soul, | and joy from this, and Reformation of life upon this, none of these Are natural to this soil of a men soul, | cc n1 p-acp d, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, pix pp-f d vbr j p-acp d n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
812 | but all are planted there by God, 1 Cor. 12. 2, 3. and so that man can act according to the Law, be strict in Sabbaths, frequent in Fastings and Prayers, &c. 'tis from God, Rom. 10. 2. And why doth the Lord work this? 'tis else no living in the world among men, | but all Are planted there by God, 1 Cor. 12. 2, 3. and so that man can act according to the Law, be strict in Sabbaths, frequent in Fastings and Prayers, etc. it's from God, Rom. 10. 2. And why does the Lord work this? it's Else no living in the world among men, | cc-acp d vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc av d n1 vmb vvi vvg p-acp dt n1, vbb j p-acp n2, j p-acp n2-vvg cc n2, av pn31|vbz p-acp np1, np1 crd crd cc q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb d? pn31|vbz av dx n-vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
813 | and because Christ is the politicum caput, and hath bought all men in the world to be his servants, | and Because christ is the Politicum caput, and hath bought all men in the world to be his Servants, | cc c-acp np1 vbz dt fw-la fw-la, cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi po31 n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
814 | hence gives them gifts which he turns for the good of his people: | hence gives them Gifts which he turns for the good of his people: | av vvz pno32 n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
815 | but yet this is the nature of all these abilities, that a man acts from the strength and power of them, not from Christ, Mi•. 4. 5. Other Nations will walk in the name, &c. and the reason is, | but yet this is the nature of all these abilities, that a man acts from the strength and power of them, not from christ, Mi•. 4. 5. Other nations will walk in the name, etc. and the reason is, | cc-acp av d vbz dt n1 pp-f d d n2, cst dt n1 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, xx p-acp np1, np1. crd crd av-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, av cc dt n1 vbz, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 169 | Page 28 |
816 | 1. Because every man is under the guidance either of the first or second Covenant, and power of either: | 1. Because every man is under the guidance either of the First or second Covenant, and power of either: | crd p-acp d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f dt ord cc ord n1, cc n1 pp-f d: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 170 | Page 28 |
817 | now as the power of the second Covenant is to draw a man out of himself to another, | now as the power of the second Covenant is to draw a man out of himself to Another, | av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f px31 p-acp j-jn, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 170 | Page 28 |
818 | and so to make him act from another: so the power of the First is to drive a man into himself by terrors, | and so to make him act from Another: so the power of the First is to drive a man into himself by terrors, | cc av pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 p-acp j-jn: av dt n1 pp-f dt ord vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp px31 p-acp n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 170 | Page 28 |
819 | and fears, and hopes, and rewards, and so to enable him to act from himself; hence 'tis impossible but they must act ever from themselves. | and fears, and hope's, and rewards, and so to enable him to act from himself; hence it's impossible but they must act ever from themselves. | cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc av pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31; av pn31|vbz j p-acp pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp px32. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 170 | Page 28 |
820 | And 2. Because though many good Gifts, and moral vertues may be said to be supernatural, i. e. above the power of Nature to work, | And 2. Because though many good Gifts, and moral Virtues may be said to be supernatural, i. e. above the power of Nature to work, | cc crd p-acp cs d j n2, cc j n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j, sy. sy. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 28 |
821 | yet never above the improvement of nature: | yet never above the improvement of nature: | av av-x p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 28 |
822 | for let God work never so many good things in men, nature, i e an ill stomack when diseased, is strongest, there Nature turns all into the humor, | for let God work never so many good things in men, nature, i e an ill stomach when diseased, is Strongest, there Nature turns all into the humour, | p-acp vvi np1 vvi av-x av d j n2 p-acp n2, n1, sy sy dt j-jn n1 c-crq vvn, vbz js, a-acp n1 vvz d p-acp dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
823 | and so a man dyes at last; | and so a man dies At last; | cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp ord; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
824 | so the power of sin in Nature being more powerful than any Grace which by common work is given it. | so the power of since in Nature being more powerful than any Grace which by Common work is given it. | av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 vbg av-dc j cs d n1 r-crq p-acp j n1 vbz vvn pn31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
825 | ever turns that Grace into it self, and leads it into captivity, bondage, and service of it self; | ever turns that Grace into it self, and leads it into captivity, bondage, and service of it self; | av vvz cst vvb p-acp pn31 n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31 n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
826 | so that there is never a Grace but 'tis made to serve some lust, as in Iehu, in Iudas, &c. and God complains, Isai. 43. 24. So this I say is the case of thousands unregenerate, who can do many good things, | so that there is never a Grace but it's made to serve Some lust, as in Iehu, in Iudas, etc. and God complains, Isaiah 43. 24. So this I say is the case of thousands unregenerate, who can do many good things, | av cst pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 cc-acp pn31|vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, c-acp p-acp np1, p-acp np1, av cc np1 vvz, np1 crd crd av d pns11 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f crd j, r-crq vmb vdi d j n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
827 | but from themselves, which God 〈 ◊ 〉 wrought to: | but from themselves, which God 〈 ◊ 〉 wrought to: | cc-acp p-acp px32, r-crq np1 〈 sy 〉 vvn p-acp: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
828 | and hence many a child of God hath been long •indred from conversion, and others not converted at all, | and hence many a child of God hath been long •indred from conversion, and Others not converted At all, | cc av d dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp n1, cc n2-jn xx vvn p-acp d, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
829 | because they have thought wicked mon whom God minds to damn, are such as have no good, | Because they have Thought wicked mon whom God minds to damn, Are such as have no good, | c-acp pns32 vhb vvn j fw-fr qo-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, vbr d c-acp vhb dx j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
830 | nor do no good, •• if they do, they have it not from God; | nor do not good, •• if they do, they have it not from God; | ccx vdb xx j, •• cs pns32 vdb, pns32 vhb pn31 xx p-acp np1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
831 | but 'tis not so with me, for I have and do many good things, which I acknowledg come from God, | but it's not so with me, for I have and do many good things, which I acknowledge come from God, | cc-acp pn31|vbz xx av p-acp pno11, c-acp pns11 vhb cc vdb d j n2, r-crq pns11 vvb vvn p-acp np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
832 | and I thank God I am not as other men. | and I thank God I am not as other men. | cc pns11 vvb np1 pns11 vbm xx c-acp j-jn n2. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
833 | Now mark, 'tis true, nakedly considered no good could come from unregenerate men, but yet the Lord gives power to many to do, | Now mark, it's true, nakedly considered no good could come from unregenerate men, but yet the Lord gives power to many to do, | av vvb, pn31|vbz j, av-j vvd av-dx j vmd vvi p-acp j n2, cc-acp av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp d pc-acp vdi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
834 | so the Lord hath done to thee, and thou hast been thankful for it. And this is common, many account themselves great sinners, but yet they can believe: | so the Lord hath done to thee, and thou hast been thankful for it. And this is Common, many account themselves great Sinners, but yet they can believe: | av dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp pno21, cc pns21 vh2 vbn j p-acp pn31. cc d vbz j, d vvb px32 j n2, cc-acp av pns32 vmb vvi: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
835 | many say they can do little, but their desire and will at worst is to do: | many say they can do little, but their desire and will At worst is to do: | d vvb pns32 vmb vdi j, cc-acp po32 n1 cc vmb p-acp js vbz pc-acp vdi: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
836 | tell them these are not right, unlesse they come from the Lord, they will say the Lord doth all, | tell them these Are not right, unless they come from the Lord, they will say the Lord does all, | vvb pno32 d vbr xx j-jn, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 vdz d, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
837 | and they acknowledg it, and so I believe, and 'tis true, but 'tis not such a work of the Lord as is peculiar to the Elect, | and they acknowledge it, and so I believe, and it's true, but it's not such a work of the Lord as is peculiar to the Elect, | cc pns32 vvb pn31, cc av pns11 vvb, cc pn31|vbz j, cc-acp pn31|vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
838 | because when the Lord hath wrought these, you act only from them, and hence never feel a want of these, | Because when the Lord hath wrought these, you act only from them, and hence never feel a want of these, | c-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn d, pn22 n1 av-j p-acp pno32, cc av av-x vvb dt n1 pp-f d, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
839 | for the Lord never yet wrought any Grace in his people, but after they have had it, | for the Lord never yet wrought any Grace in his people, but After they have had it, | c-acp dt n1 av-x av vvd d n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vhb vhn pn31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
840 | and tasted of it, he hath more or lesse deserted them, and so hath made them feel a want of it, | and tasted of it, he hath more or less deserted them, and so hath made them feel a want of it, | cc vvn pp-f pn31, pns31 vhz dc cc av-dc vvn pno32, cc av vhz vvn pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
841 | and made them fetch it again with sighs, and groans, and tears; now it hath never been so with thee. SECT. III. THat it's most pleasing to man, and agreeable to his nature to act only from himself: | and made them fetch it again with sighs, and groans, and tears; now it hath never been so with thee. SECT. III. THat it's most pleasing to man, and agreeable to his nature to act only from himself: | cc vvd pno32 vvi pn31 av p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2; av pn31 vhz av-x vbn av p-acp pno21. n1. np1. cst pn31|vbz av-ds vvg p-acp n1, cc j p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp px31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 171 | Page 29 |
842 | As it was with the Prodigal, he desired his Stock in his own hands, and while any thing lasted, he would never come home; | p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt j-jn, pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n2, cc cs d n1 vvd, pns31 vmd av-x vvi av-an; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 172 | Page 29 | |
843 | and hence those, Iohn 6. 28. What shall we do to work the works of God: | and hence those, John 6. 28. What shall we do to work the works of God: | cc av d, np1 crd crd q-crq vmb pns12 vdi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 172 | Page 29 |
844 | and when Christ spake of Faith, they were stumbled there, insomuch that divers did forsake him. | and when christ spoke of Faith, they were stumbled there, insomuch that diverse did forsake him. | cc c-crq np1 vvd pp-f n1, pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp, av cst j vdd vvi pno31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 172 | Page 29 |
845 | 1. Because mans acting from himself is best able to attain his own ends, to which you know a man is gently and necessarily carried: | 1. Because men acting from himself is best able to attain his own ends, to which you know a man is gently and necessarily carried: | crd p-acp ng1 vvg p-acp px31 vbz js j pc-acp vvi po31 d n2, p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 173 | Page 29 |
846 | for no man out of Christ, but his own ends draw him; | for no man out of christ, but his own ends draw him; | c-acp dx n1 av pp-f np1, cc-acp po31 d n2 vvi pno31; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 173 | Page 29 |
847 | now Christ crosseth a mans own ends, and to live on him is to live on him that will confound them of their own ends, or else no life there: Hence they live from themselves. | now christ Crosseth a men own ends, and to live on him is to live on him that will confound them of their own ends, or Else no life there: Hence they live from themselves. | av np1 vvz dt ng1 d n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cst vmb vvi pno32 pp-f po32 d n2, cc av dx n1 a-acp: av pns32 vvb p-acp px32. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 173 | Page 29 |
848 | As 'tis with a Crafts-man, or Artificer, propounding the gain or credit they may get by being excellent in their Trade, may by their own study and frequency of acts, grow dexterous, | As it's with a Craftsman, or Artificer, propounding the gain or credit they may get by being excellent in their Trade, may by their own study and frequency of acts, grow dexterous, | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, cc n1, vvg dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp vbg j p-acp po32 n1, vmb p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vvb j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 173 | Page 29 |
849 | and very skilful at last, and hence delight in it, so here, profession and practise of Religion may be a mans trade which he may drive for his own ends and gain, | and very skilful At last, and hence delight in it, so Here, profession and practice of Religion may be a men trade which he may drive for his own ends and gain, | cc av j p-acp ord, cc av vvb p-acp pn31, av av, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi dt ng1 n1 r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n2 cc n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 173 | Page 29 |
850 | and hence may desire to be excellent, and by endeavour be excellent, and profit exceedingly in many excellent endowments: | and hence may desire to be excellent, and by endeavour be excellent, and profit exceedingly in many excellent endowments: | cc av vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j, cc p-acp n1 vbi j, cc vvb av-vvg p-acp d j n2: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 173 | Page 29 |
851 | hence he acts and works for himself, Rom. 1. 14. | hence he acts and works for himself, Rom. 1. 14. | av pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp px31, np1 crd crd | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 173 | Page 29 |
852 | 2. Because a man naturally knows not how to fetch it from Christ from Heaven, Rom. 10. 3. Hence 'tis with them as with a Child cast off by the Father, | 2. Because a man naturally knows not how to fetch it from christ from Heaven, Rom. 10. 3. Hence it's with them as with a Child cast off by the Father, | crd p-acp dt n1 av-j vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av pn31|vbz p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 174 | Page 29 |
853 | and put to some hard Master, because they have no Father to maintain them, they most live as they are, | and put to Some hard Master, Because they have no Father to maintain them, they most live as they Are, | cc vvd p-acp d j n1, c-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 ds vvi p-acp pns32 vbr, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 174 | Page 29 |
854 | and do as well as they can. | and do as well as they can. | cc vdb c-acp av c-acp pns32 vmb. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 174 | Page 29 |
855 | A man comes to pray, knows not how to fetch strength from Christ, and he must pray, | A man comes to pray, knows not how to fetch strength from christ, and he must pray, | dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb vvi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 174 | Page 29 |
856 | and hence prayes as well as he can. | and hence prays as well as he can. | cc av vvz c-acp av c-acp pns31 vmb. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 174 | Page 29 |
857 | 3. Because it's so hard a thing to live upon another, it's easie and sweet to a spiritual heart, | 3. Because it's so hard a thing to live upon Another, it's easy and sweet to a spiritual heart, | crd p-acp pn31|vbz av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, pn31|vbz j cc j p-acp dt j n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 175 | Page 29 |
858 | but most difficult to any carnal heart, Iohn 6. Christ tells them they must eat his flesh, they say, who then can be saved, and many departed. | but most difficult to any carnal heart, John 6. christ tells them they must eat his Flesh, they say, who then can be saved, and many departed. | cc-acp ds j p-acp d j n1, np1 crd np1 vvz pno32 pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1, pns32 vvb, r-crq av vmb vbi vvn, cc d vvn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 175 | Page 29 |
859 | Men had rather make holes, and keep water in their own house, than have it far to fetch, | Men had rather make holes, and keep water in their own house, than have it Far to fetch, | np1 vhd av-c vvb n2, cc vvi n1 p-acp po32 d n1, cs vhb pn31 av-j p-acp n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 175 | Page 30 |
860 | and when they come to fetch it, to bestow such strength in drawing of it. | and when they come to fetch it, to bestow such strength in drawing of it. | cc c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp vvg pp-f pn31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 175 | Page 30 |
861 | 4. Because every man thinks he loves and care ▪ for himself be ••, and sees no God nor Christ caring for or loving of him more than himself; | 4. Because every man thinks he loves and care ▪ for himself be ••, and sees no God nor christ caring for or loving of him more than himself; | crd p-acp d n1 vvz pns31 vvz cc n1 ▪ c-acp px31 vbi ••, cc vvz dx n1 ccx np1 vvg p-acp cc vvg pp-f pno31 dc cs px31; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 176 | Page 30 |
862 | Hence a man plots for himself, and lives for himself, and all from himself. As when Iosephs Brethren saw their Brother, then they came down and lived upon him, | Hence a man plots for himself, and lives for himself, and all from himself. As when Joseph's Brothers saw their Brother, then they Come down and lived upon him, | av dt n1 n2 p-acp px31, cc vvz p-acp px31, cc d p-acp px31. p-acp c-crq np1 n2 vvd po32 n1, cs pns32 vvd a-acp cc vvn p-acp pno31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 176 | Page 30 |
863 | before they came to him indeed, but with their mony, to live of themselves. And thus it was with the young man, Sell all and have riches in Heaven: | before they Come to him indeed, but with their money, to live of themselves. And thus it was with the young man, Fell all and have riches in Heaven: | c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 av, cc-acp p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f px32. cc av pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, vvb d cc vhb n2 p-acp n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 176 | Page 30 |
864 | No, he loved himself, and cared for himself better than so; hence would not commit and give away all to Christ. | No, he loved himself, and cared for himself better than so; hence would not commit and give away all to christ. | uh-dx, pns31 vvd px31, cc vvd p-acp px31 av-jc cs av; av vmd xx vvi cc vvi av av-d p-acp np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 176 | Page 30 |
865 | 5. Because whatever a man doth from himself, ei•her 'tis good, or he thinks it so, | 5. Because whatever a man does from himself, ei•her it's good, or he thinks it so, | crd p-acp r-crq dt n1 vdz p-acp px31, av pn31|vbz j, cc pns31 vvz pn31 av, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 177 | Page 30 |
866 | or hopes if not, God will accept it. | or hope's if not, God will accept it. | cc n2 cs xx, np1 vmb vvi pn31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 177 | Page 30 |
867 | Some evil in it perhaps, but he hath his allowances which will make it go, some good desire• o• Faith in Christ, | some evil in it perhaps, but he hath his allowances which will make it go, Some good desire• o• Faith in christ, | d n-jn p-acp pn31 av, cc-acp pns31 vhz po31 n2 r-crq vmb vvi pn31 vvi, d j n1 n1 n1 p-acp np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 177 | Page 30 |
868 | and hence hopes if not thinks God will accept of what comes from himself. As, Prov. 21. 2. All a mans waies are right in his own eyes. | and hence hope's if not thinks God will accept of what comes from himself. As, Curae 21. 2. All a men ways Are right in his own eyes. | cc av n2 cs xx vvz np1 vmb vvi pp-f r-crq vvz p-acp px31. p-acp, np1 crd crd d dt ng1 n2 vbr j-jn p-acp po31 d n2. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 177 | Page 30 |
869 | And truly Nature and Satan have ever been Imitators and Ape• of God, to forge and make Grace like true Grace, hence deceived. | And truly Nature and Satan have ever been Imitators and Ape• of God, to forge and make Grace like true Grace, hence deceived. | cc av-j n1 cc np1 vhb av vbn n2 cc np1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 av-j j n1, av vvn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 177 | Page 30 |
870 | This being pleasing to men, is the practice of most men, yea, all men out of Christ. | This being pleasing to men, is the practice of most men, yea, all men out of christ. | np1 vbg j-vvg p-acp n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f ds n2, uh, d n2 av pp-f np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 177 | Page 30 |
871 | And this is one great part of the inward, secret, subtil, spiritual whoredom of the soul. | And this is one great part of the inward, secret, subtle, spiritual whoredom of the soul. | cc d vbz pi j n1 pp-f dt j, j-jn, j, j n1 pp-f dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 177 | Page 30 |
872 | Thus men may force sorrow, when yet there is little true sorrow, and so in other cases. SECT. VII. THat all these works though good in themselves, Concl. 4. yet are most vile before the Lord; | Thus men may force sorrow, when yet there is little true sorrow, and so in other cases. SECT. VII. THat all these works though good in themselves, Conclusio 4. yet Are most vile before the Lord; | av n2 vmb vvi n1, c-crq av a-acp vbz j j n1, cc av p-acp j-jn n2. n1. np1. cst d d n2 c-acp j p-acp px32, np1 crd av vbr av-ds j p-acp dt n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 177 | Page 30 |
873 | as Christ speaks of the Pharisees, Its abomination in the sight of God, which is glorious before man, Luke 16. 15. 1. Because hereby the soul deprives Christ of the end of his coming; | as christ speaks of the Pharisees, Its abomination in the sighed of God, which is glorious before man, Lycia 16. 15. 1. Because hereby the soul deprives christ of the end of his coming; | p-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt np2, pn31|vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, av crd crd crd p-acp av dt n1 vvz np1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 178 | Page 30 |
874 | for all men having lost the stock and power to live, the Lord hence will trust no man with it again; | for all men having lost the stock and power to live, the Lord hence will trust no man with it again; | p-acp d n2 vhg vvn dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 av vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp pn31 av; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 179 | Page 30 |
875 | hence puts it into a surer and better hand, that thither poor, blind, dead creatures might fly for life, | hence puts it into a Surer and better hand, that thither poor, blind, dead creatures might fly for life, | av vvz pn31 p-acp dt jc cc jc n1, cst av j, j, j n2 vmd vvi p-acp n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 179 | Page 30 |
876 | & when they are there, live there like •ees on their hony, Iohn 6. 27. & 17. 23. He might never have looked after you, | & when they Are there, live there like •ees on their honey, John 6. 27. & 17. 23. He might never have looked After you, | cc c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp, vvb a-acp av-j n2 p-acp po32 n1, np1 crd crd cc crd crd pns31 vmd av-x vhi vvn p-acp pn22, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 179 | Page 30 |
877 | and will you despise him now? What folly and unkindnesse is this, that when your pits are dry, | and will you despise him now? What folly and unkindness is this, that when your pits Are dry, | cc vmb pn22 vvi pno31 av? q-crq n1 cc n1 vbz d, cst c-crq po22 n2 vbr j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 179 | Page 30 |
878 | and bottles empty, and souls miserable here, you will not (I do not say sip) when water runs by your door, but not live. | and bottles empty, and Souls miserable Here, you will not (I do not say sip) when water runs by your door, but not live. | cc n2 j, cc n2 j av, pn22 vmb xx (pns11 vdb xx vvi vvi) c-crq n1 vvz p-acp po22 n1, cc-acp xx vvi. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 179 | Page 30 |
879 | 2. Because whatever come• from self, its ever for self. A man can do nothing from himself, but his last end is self. | 2. Because whatever come• from self, its ever for self. A man can do nothing from himself, but his last end is self. | crd p-acp r-crq n1 p-acp n1, pn31|vbz av p-acp n1. dt n1 vmb vdi pix p-acp px31, cc-acp po31 ord n1 vbz n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 180 | Page 30 |
880 | As 'tis with water-works, they rise no higher than the spring, Gen. 11. 4. This Babel I have built, Dan. 4. 30. And a man that hath but common Grace, look as by vertue of that Grace, | As it's with waterworks, they rise no higher than the spring, Gen. 11. 4. This Babel I have built, Dan. 4. 30. And a man that hath but Common Grace, look as by virtue of that Grace, | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, pns32 vvb dx jc cs dt n1, np1 crd crd d np1 pns11 vhb vvn, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 cst vhz p-acp j n1, vvb a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 180 | Page 30 |
881 | or gift of God, he may act for God, because it came from God; | or gift of God, he may act for God, Because it Come from God; | cc n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp np1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 180 | Page 30 |
882 | so nature and sin being mo•e powerful than that Grace, hence he never so acts for God, | so nature and since being mo•e powerful than that Grace, hence he never so acts for God, | av n1 cc n1 vbg av j cs d n1, av pns31 av-x av vvz p-acp np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 180 | Page 30 |
883 | but in the last place acts for it self, as in Iehu: And so a man makes himself his own Go•. | but in the last place acts for it self, as in Iehu: And so a man makes himself his own Go•. | cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1 n2 p-acp pn31 n1, c-acp p-acp np1: cc av dt n1 vvz px31 po31 d np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 180 | Page 30 |
884 | 3. Because whatever a man doth from himself, he will grow proud of it, Rom. 4. Not of works, lest any man should boast. | 3. Because whatever a man does from himself, he will grow proud of it, Rom. 4. Not of works, lest any man should boast. | crd p-acp r-crq dt n1 vdz p-acp px31, pns31 vmb vvi j pp-f pn31, np1 crd xx pp-f n2, cs d n1 vmd vvi. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 181 | Page 30 |
885 | Hence I•ab sent to David to take the City that he might have the Crown. This robs Christ of the Glory. | Hence I•ab sent to David to take the city that he might have the Crown. This robs christ of the Glory. | av vvb vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vhi dt n1. np1 vvz np1 pp-f dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 181 | Page 30 |
886 | 4. Because whatever work is not done by vertue of the Lord Jesus, is a dead work, which a living God, | 4. Because whatever work is not done by virtue of the Lord jesus, is a dead work, which a living God, | crd p-acp r-crq n1 vbz xx vdn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, vbz dt j n1, r-crq dt j-vvg np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 182 | Page 30 |
887 | and a living Christ, and a living Spirit lo•th, Heb. 9. 14. Sprinkle your Consciences from dead works. | and a living christ, and a living Spirit lo•th, Hebrew 9. 14. Sprinkle your Consciences from dead works. | cc dt j-vvg np1, cc dt j-vvg n1 n1, np1 crd crd vvb po22 n2 p-acp j n2. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 182 | Page 30 |
888 | Deadly works are sins, dead works are good works done, but not from the principle of the life of Faith, but life of Nature. | Deadly works Are Sins, dead works Are good works done, but not from the principle of the life of Faith, but life of Nature. | j n2 vbr n2, j n2 vbr j n2 vdn, cc-acp xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp n1 pp-f n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 182 | Page 30 |
889 | Now as Conscience is the principle of the life of Nature. | Now as Conscience is the principle of the life of Nature. | av p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 182 | Page 30 |
890 | So Christ is the principle of a Christian life, Col. 3. 1 Iohn 5. 10, 11, 12. For 'tis not sanctification that is the principle of life, | So christ is the principle of a Christian life, Col. 3. 1 John 5. 10, 11, 12. For it's not sanctification that is the principle of life, | av np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd p-acp pn31|vbz xx n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 182 | Page 30 |
891 | but the life it self that flows from it, as from union of soul and body, the soul is not the life but the principle of it, | but the life it self that flows from it, as from Union of soul and body, the soul is not the life but the principle of it, | cc-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 cst vvz p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 182 | Page 30 |
892 | hence as soon as its out, the body is dead: | hence as soon as its out, the body is dead: | av c-acp av c-acp pn31|vbz av, dt n1 vbz j: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 182 | Page 30 |
893 | So, &c. And do you not find it thus, whenas you do many duties, how tedious, wearison are they? yet must be done, this is a dead work. | So, etc. And do you not find it thus, whenas you do many duties, how tedious, wearison Are they? yet must be done, this is a dead work. | av, av cc vdb pn22 xx vvi pn31 av, cs pn22 vdb d n2, c-crq j, n1 vbr pns32? av vmb vbi vdn, d vbz dt j n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 182 | Page 31 |
894 | What comfort, what peace is there, when you have done them? because not from life. | What Comfort, what peace is there, when you have done them? Because not from life. | q-crq n1, r-crq n1 vbz a-acp, c-crq pn22 vhb vdn pno32? c-acp xx p-acp n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 182 | Page 31 |
895 | 5. Because what come ▪ from self, comes from all sin, 'tis dipt and dyed, and tainted and poysoned with all sin in a manner. | 5. Because what come ▪ from self, comes from all since, it's dipped and died, and tainted and poisoned with all since in a manner. | crd p-acp r-crq vvn ▪ p-acp n1, vvz p-acp d n1, pn31|vbz vvn cc vvn, cc vvn cc j-vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 183 | Page 31 |
896 | Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? | Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? | q-crq vmb vvi dt j n1 av pp-f dt j? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 183 | Page 31 |
897 | 6. Because when a man will act from himself, and not suffer Christ to act for him, he will not have Christ to reign over him, he pu•• down the Kingdom of God that should be within him. | 6. Because when a man will act from himself, and not suffer christ to act for him, he will not have christ to Reign over him, he pu•• down the Kingdom of God that should be within him. | crd p-acp c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp px31, cc xx vvi np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb xx vhi np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vmd vbi p-acp pno31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 184 | Page 31 |
898 | For when a man professeth Christ is King of his Church, he is now a King in name: | For when a man Professes christ is King of his Church, he is now a King in name: | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz np1 vbz n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbz av dt n1 p-acp n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 184 | Page 31 |
899 | When a man feels an impossibility to rule himself, and hence desireth and chuseth Christ to rule, | When a man feels an impossibility to Rule himself, and hence Desires and chooseth christ to Rule, | c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31, cc av vvz cc vvz np1 pc-acp vvi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 184 | Page 31 |
900 | now Christ is a King by choice: When the soul after this choice, depends on Christ for what he chose him for, | now christ is a King by choice: When the soul After this choice, depends on christ for what he chosen him for, | av np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1: c-crq dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvz p-acp np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 184 | Page 31 |
901 | and the Lord works, now Christ is a King indeed. | and the Lord works, now christ is a King indeed. | cc dt n1 vvz, av np1 vbz dt n1 av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 184 | Page 31 |
902 | Now if you will not have the Lord to reign over you, you will be found enemies to the Lords Kingdom. SECT. V. HEnce it will follow, The soul is to act wholly and only from the Lord Iesus Christ, Con•l. 5. and whatever fruits of love it shows to Christ, to bring them forth from Christ. | Now if you will not have the Lord to Reign over you, you will be found enemies to the lords Kingdom. SECT. V. HEnce it will follow, The soul is to act wholly and only from the Lord Iesus christ, Con•l. 5. and whatever fruits of love it shows to christ, to bring them forth from christ. | av cs pn22 vmb xx vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb vbi vvn n2 p-acp dt n2 n1. n1. n1 av pn31 vmb vvi, dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi av-jn cc av-j p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, av. crd cc r-crq n2 pp-f n1 pn31 vvz p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 184 | Page 31 |
903 | Which doth not only concern them that never yet knew Christ, and yet pride up themselves in what they have and do, | Which does not only concern them that never yet knew christ, and yet pride up themselves in what they have and do, | q-crq vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 d av av vvd np1, cc av n1 a-acp px32 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb cc vdb, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 185 | Page 31 |
904 | but those that be in Christ in a special manner. For Iohn 15. 2. Every Branch in me that brings not forth fruit. | but those that be in christ in a special manner. For John 15. 2. Every Branch in me that brings not forth fruit. | cc-acp d cst vbb p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1. p-acp np1 crd crd d n1 p-acp pno11 cst vvz xx av n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 185 | Page 31 |
905 | 'Tis not meant of one indeed in Christ, for he shall bring forth fruit, but every branch, i. e. by outward profession, | It's not meant of one indeed in christ, for he shall bring forth fruit, but every branch, i. e. by outward profession, | pn31|vbz xx vvn pp-f pi av p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi av n1, cc-acp d n1, sy. sy. p-acp j n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 185 | Page 31 |
906 | so that it brings not forth fruit, but appears fair, and deceives man, God will cast away: | so that it brings not forth fruit, but appears fair, and deceives man, God will cast away: | av cst pn31 vvz xx av n1, cc-acp vvz j, cc vvz n1, np1 vmb vvi av: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 185 | Page 31 |
907 | And without me, even ye Disciples can do nothing. | And without me, even you Disciples can do nothing. | cc p-acp pno11, av pn22 n2 vmb vdi pix. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 185 | Page 31 |
908 | 1. How is the soul to act from Christ only, |
1. How is the soul to act from christ only, when it hath life, especially the elect? | crd q-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av-j, c-crq pn31 vhz n1, av-j dt j? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 186 | Page 31 |
909 | 2. By what means may this be done, |
2. By what means may this be done, to get and keep this chastity? | crd p-acp r-crq n2 vmb d vbi vdn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 187 | Page 31 |
910 | First, How is the soul to act from Christ alone when there is sanctification within? |
First, How is the soul to act from christ alone when there is sanctification within? | ord, q-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 j c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 188 | Page 31 |
911 | 1. If the soul feel no power to act from Grace received, |
1. If the soul feel no power to act from Grace received, as Saints sometimes do, either After God's deserting them, | crd cs dt n1 vvb dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 vvn, c-acp n2 av vdb, av-d p-acp n2 vvg pno32, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
912 | or their forsaking God long, or after some hardning sin; | or their forsaking God long, or After Some hardening since; | cc po32 vvg n1 av-j, cc p-acp d n-vvg n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
913 | then 'tis clear the soul in this case is (though not in a way of carelesseness) to depend upon the Lord Jesus, that he would quicken and help. | then it's clear the soul in this case is (though not in a Way of carelessness) to depend upon the Lord jesus, that he would quicken and help. | av pn31|vbz j dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz (cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
914 | As David after his grosse fall, Lord create in me a clean heart. | As David After his gross fallen, Lord create in me a clean heart. | p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1, n1 vvb p-acp pno11 dt j n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
915 | And Isa. 63. 17. Why hast thou hardned our hearts from thy fear? Oh return ! | And Isaiah 63. 17. Why hast thou hardened our hearts from thy Fear? O return! | cc np1 crd crd q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn po12 n2 p-acp po21 n1? uh n1! | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
916 | In this case the soul is not to bring the soul to God, but God to the soul. | In this case the soul is not to bring the soul to God, but God to the soul. | p-acp d n1 dt n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp np1 p-acp dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
917 | As many a Christian cannot prize not love the Lord not his waies, he is not to say, I will bring my soul and o•fer it to him; | As many a Christian cannot prize not love the Lord not his ways, he is not to say, I will bring my soul and o•fer it to him; | p-acp d dt njp vmbx vvi xx vvi dt n1 xx po31 n2, pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp pno31; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
918 | but look to the Lord that he would raise up my dead affections again. | but look to the Lord that he would raise up my dead affections again. | cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp po11 j n2 av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
919 | As the Centurion of his Servant, Speak the word, &c. Christ marveiled at his Faith. Men think when they feel nothing, that they must and can work it out; | As the Centurion of his Servant, Speak the word, etc. christ marveiled At his Faith. Men think when they feel nothing, that they must and can work it out; | p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb dt n1, av np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1. n2 vvb c-crq pns32 vvb pix, cst pns32 vmb cc vmb vvi pn31 av; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
920 | and hence comes one of these three things. | and hence comes one of these three things. | cc av vvz crd pp-f d crd n2. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 189 | Page 31 |
921 | 1. Either the soul cannot love Christ when it sees such Lawes it cannot submit to. | 1. Either the soul cannot love christ when it sees such Laws it cannot submit to. | crd av-d dt n1 vmbx vvi np1 c-crq pn31 vvz d n2 pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 190 | Page 31 |
922 | And hence a Christian once said to me, If the least thing was left for me to do of my self, I could not love Christ; | And hence a Christian once said to me, If the least thing was left for me to do of my self, I could not love christ; | cc av dt njp a-acp vvd p-acp pno11, cs dt ds n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno11 pc-acp vdi pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vmd xx vvi np1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 190 | Page 31 |
923 | but now that when brought low and can do nothing, he brings all the help we need. | but now that when brought low and can do nothing, he brings all the help we need. | cc-acp av cst c-crq vvn av-j cc vmb vdi pix, pns31 vvz d dt n1 pns12 vvb. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 190 | Page 31 |
924 | This makes the Spouse go to the bosom of her Husband, Psal. 116. 6, 7. Or else, | This makes the Spouse go to the bosom of her Husband, Psalm 116. 6, 7. Or Else, | np1 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc av, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 190 | Page 31 |
925 | 2. It cannot do it, for corruption in a Saint is too hard for his Grace, I am but a child, | 2. It cannot do it, for corruption in a Saint is too hard for his Grace, I am but a child, | crd pn31 vmbx vdi pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz av j c-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 191 | Page 31 |
926 | and thy people many, 1 Kings 3. 7. Hence he must be strong in the Lord. | and thy people many, 1 Kings 3. 7. Hence he must be strong in the Lord. | cc po21 n1 d, crd n2 crd crd av pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 191 | Page 31 |
927 | Or 3. If it do, it never hath any peace in what it doth, the duties never so well done. | Or 3. If it do, it never hath any peace in what it does, the duties never so well done. | cc crd cs pn31 vdb, pn31 av vhz d n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vdz, dt n2 av-x av av vdn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 192 | Page 31 |
928 | Whereas otherwise the poorest duty done from Christ, witnesse Heb. 11. 4, 5. as a child bego• of the Father, he will own, but other children not. | Whereas otherwise the Poorest duty done from christ, witness Hebrew 11. 4, 5. as a child bego• of the Father, he will own, but other children not. | cs av dt js n1 vdn p-acp np1, n1 np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi, cc-acp j-jn n2 xx. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 192 | Page 31 |
929 | If any poor tired heart that hea•s me this day, thou hast been making thy Brick, | If any poor tired heart that hea•s me this day, thou hast been making thy Brick, | cs d j j-vvn n1 cst vvz pno11 d n1, pns21 vh2 vbn vvg po21 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 192 | Page 31 |
930 | and promises and vowes will not help, now away to the Lord, if ever help now 'tis when most helplesse. | and promises and vows will not help, now away to the Lord, if ever help now it's when most helpless. | cc n2 cc n2 vmb xx vvi, av av p-acp dt n1, cs av n1 av pn31|vbz c-crq ds j. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 192 | Page 31 |
931 | 2. If you can do any thing savingly good, the soul is bound now (by the power of Faith) to stir up it self to act, | 2. If you can do any thing savingly good, the soul is bound now (by the power of Faith) to stir up it self to act, | crd cs pn22 vmb vdi d n1 av-vvg j, dt n1 vbz vvn av (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) pc-acp vvi a-acp pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
932 | though not to trust to it alone, for somtimes the soul hath the regenerate part uppermost, | though not to trust to it alone, for sometimes the soul hath the regenerate part uppermost, | cs xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 av-j, c-acp av dt n1 vhz dt j-vvn n1 j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
933 | and the prevailing Spirit of God, Psal. 21. 3. which comes to him, and gives it power to act before the soul come to it. | and the prevailing Spirit of God, Psalm 21. 3. which comes to him, and gives it power to act before the soul come to it. | cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, cc vvz pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp pn31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
934 | Now a man is bound to act, because 'tis from Christ now. | Now a man is bound to act, Because it's from christ now. | av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp np1 av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
935 | Hence Timothy was to stir up the gift, 2 Tim. 1. 6. Hence complained of them Isa. 64. 8. None stir up himself to take hold on the Lord. | Hence Timothy was to stir up the gift, 2 Tim. 1. 6. Hence complained of them Isaiah 64. 8. None stir up himself to take hold on the Lord. | av np1 vbds p-acp vvb a-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd av vvd pp-f pno32 np1 crd crd pi n1 p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
936 | A man must stir up himself to believe, as well as other Graces, hence the Kingdom of Heaven is taken with violence, and though corruption is stronger than Grace, | A man must stir up himself to believe, as well as other Graces, hence the Kingdom of Heaven is taken with violence, and though corruption is Stronger than Grace, | dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp px31 pc-acp vvi, c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc cs n1 vbz jc cs n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
937 | yet Grace assisted with the Spirit, is stronger than it, which is never quite out of the soul, | yet Grace assisted with the Spirit, is Stronger than it, which is never quite out of the soul, | av n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vbz jc cs pn31, r-crq vbz av-x av av pp-f dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
938 | but 'tis in the soul, 1 Iohn 4. 4. Stronger is he that is in you. | but it's in the soul, 1 John 4. 4. Stronger is he that is in you. | cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd jc vbz pns31 cst vbz p-acp pn22. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
939 | And 'tis said professedly, He purgeth himself, and keepeth himself, the evil one toucheth him not, 1 John 5. 18. But mark, trust not barely t• this, | And it's said professedly, He Purgeth himself, and Keepeth himself, the evil one touches him not, 1 John 5. 18. But mark, trust not barely t• this, | cc pn31|vbz vvd av-vvn, pns31 vvz px31, cc vvz px31, dt j-jn crd vvz pno31 xx, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp n1, vvb xx av-j n1 d, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
940 | but when you do this, withall remember, Lord I cannot hold out in this unlesse thou dost help me: | but when you do this, withal Remember, Lord I cannot hold out in this unless thou dost help me: | cc-acp c-crq pn22 vdb d, av vvb, n1 pns11 vmbx vvi av p-acp d cs pns21 vd2 vvi pno11: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
941 | But know, Isa. 26. The Lord is the rock of my strength. | But know, Isaiah 26. The Lord is the rock of my strength. | cc-acp vvb, np1 crd dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
942 | And if you by the Spirit mortifie, &c. Rom. 8. 13. Therefore ever hold up sailes, but look for a wind. | And if you by the Spirit mortify, etc. Rom. 8. 13. Therefore ever hold up sails, but look for a wind. | cc cs pn22 p-acp dt n1 vvi, av np1 crd crd av av vvi a-acp n2, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
943 | And if a man be not to do this, then when any sinful temptation comes, if a man do not find the Spirit and strength ready at hand to help, | And if a man be not to do this, then when any sinful temptation comes, if a man do not find the Spirit and strength ready At hand to help, | cc cs dt n1 vbb xx pc-acp vdi d, av c-crq d j n1 vvz, cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
944 | if he be not to stir up himself against it, he is to suffer himself to be carried down by it. | if he be not to stir up himself against it, he is to suffer himself to be carried down by it. | cs pns31 vbb xx pc-acp vvi a-acp px31 p-acp pn31, pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi px31 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pn31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
945 | Hence a man may neglect all duties a long time, if he do not find the Spirit assisting, | Hence a man may neglect all duties a long time, if he do not find the Spirit assisting, | av dt n1 vmb vvi d n2 dt j n1, cs pns31 vdb xx vvi dt n1 vvg, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
946 | if so be a man must not stir himself up, and so (will some say) a man may. | if so be a man must not stir himself up, and so (will Some say) a man may. | cs av vbi dt n1 vmb xx vvi px31 a-acp, cc av (n1 d vvb) dt n1 vmb. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
947 | May? What shall I say to such sluggish soul, but sleep on? But know it, the Lord will awaken thee, | May? What shall I say to such sluggish soul, but sleep on? But know it, the Lord will awaken thee, | np1? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp d j n1, cc-acp vvb a-acp? cc-acp vvb pn31, dt n1 vmb vvi pno21, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
948 | when you shall say, Oh that I had improved the Talent I had! | when you shall say, O that I had improved the Talon I had! | c-crq pn22 vmb vvi, uh cst pns11 vhd vvn dt n1 pns11 vhd! | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
949 | And if you do find Christ in such a condition, know it they be but the last visits of Christ before he departs. | And if you do find christ in such a condition, know it they be but the last visits of christ before he departs. | cc cs pn22 vdb vvi np1 p-acp d dt n1, vvb pn31 pns32 vbb p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f np1 c-acp pns31 vvz. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
950 | You can do more than you do, and the Lord will have you do it. But I cannot do it for good ends without Christ. | You can do more than you do, and the Lord will have you do it. But I cannot do it for good ends without christ. | pn22 vmb vdi av-dc cs pn22 vdb, cc dt n1 vmb vhi pn22 vdb pn31. cc-acp pns11 vmbx vdi pn31 p-acp j n2 p-acp np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 193 | Page 32 |
951 | Yet do the thing as Far as you can, Else if you owe Another a debt, and will not pay, | av vdb dt n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vmb, av cs pn22 vvb j-jn dt n1, cc vmb xx vvi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 195 | Page 32 | |
952 | because not for a good end, that excuse will not serve: So you owe the Lord your lives, your spirits, your abilities; | Because not for a good end, that excuse will not serve: So you owe the Lord your lives, your spirits, your abilities; | c-acp xx p-acp dt j n1, cst n1 vmb xx vvi: av pn22 vvb dt n1 po22 n2, po22 n2, po22 n2; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 195 | Page 32 |
953 | lay them out for the Lord, though evil be in them, be humbled for that. | lay them out for the Lord, though evil be in them, be humbled for that. | vvb pno32 av p-acp dt n1, cs j-jn vbi p-acp pno32, vbb vvn p-acp d. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 195 | Page 32 |
954 | Is this good requital to say you find your hearts dead in prayer, and God must do all, and there leave it? | Is this good requital to say you find your hearts dead in prayer, and God must do all, and there leave it? | vbz d j n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb po22 n2 j p-acp n1, cc np1 vmb vdi d, cc pc-acp vvi pn31? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 195 | Page 32 |
955 | 3. You are to expect and look for power from the Lord Jesus in the use of means, all known means: | 3. You Are to expect and look for power from the Lord jesus in the use of means, all known means: | crd pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, d j-vvn n2: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
956 | For Faith fetcheth all from Christ, hence we must go thither where Christ is to be found, | For Faith Fetches all from christ, hence we must go thither where christ is to be found, | p-acp n1 vvz d p-acp np1, av pns12 vmb vvi av c-crq np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
957 | and he dwells in his House, in his Ordinances: Therefore there you must depend upon him. | and he dwells in his House, in his Ordinances: Therefore there you must depend upon him. | cc pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n2: av a-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
958 | As 'tis with a Merchant, he wades not over the Sea for Pearls, but gets into his ship, | As it's with a Merchant, he wades not over the Sea for Pearls, but gets into his ship, | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp vvz p-acp po31 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
959 | and there he sits still, so here, Mat. 13. The Kingdom of Heaven is like a Merchant man. | and there he sits still, so Here, Mathew 13. The Kingdom of Heaven is like a Merchant man. | cc a-acp pns31 vvz av, av av, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j dt n1 n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
960 | Hence you that know you can do nothing, being under a spirit of conviction, and hence do nothing, under a spirit of sloth and neglect of means, by vertue of a spirit of presumption, | Hence you that know you can do nothing, being under a Spirit of conviction, and hence do nothing, under a Spirit of sloth and neglect of means, by virtue of a Spirit of presumption, | av pn22 cst vvb pn22 vmb vdi pix, vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vdi pix, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
961 | and say Christ must do all, I say you take not the right course for the Lord to help you in. | and say christ must do all, I say you take not the right course for the Lord to help you in. | cc vvb np1 vmb vdi d, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb xx dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
962 | The Lord will never be a slave to thy sloth, but thou shalt be like a shrub, never to see good when it comes, | The Lord will never be a slave to thy sloth, but thou shalt be like a shrub, never to see good when it comes, | dt n1 vmb av-x vbi dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp pns21 vm2 vbi av-j dt n1, av-x pc-acp vvi j c-crq pn31 vvz, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
963 | and shalt die in horrour with this, Oh I might have done more! | and shalt die in horror with this, O I might have done more! | cc vm2 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d, uh pns11 vmd vhi vdn av-dc! | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
964 | Hence you are worse than the other, that think if a man fasts, prayes, watches against his distempers, mourns for want of Christ and Grace, | Hence you Are Worse than the other, that think if a man fasts, prays, watches against his distempers, mourns for want of christ and Grace, | av pn22 vbr av-jc cs dt n-jn, cst vvb cs dt n1 n2, vvz, vvz p-acp po31 n2, vvz p-acp n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
965 | and followes God hard here, he is a Legal Christian: Why, these are but his own works, and this is not living on Christ. | and follows God hard Here, he is a Legal Christian: Why, these Are but his own works, and this is not living on christ. | cc vvz np1 j av, pns31 vbz dt j np1: uh-crq, d vbr p-acp po31 d n2, cc d vbz xx vvg p-acp np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
966 | I confesse bare using them, or trusting to them is not, but he that lives not on Christ in use of means (these and all other means) to find Christ, | I confess bore using them, or trusting to them is not, but he that lives not on christ in use of means (these and all other means) to find christ, | pns11 vvb vvd vvg pno32, cc vvg p-acp pno32 vbz xx, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz xx p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2 (d cc d j-jn n2) pc-acp vvi np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
967 | or enjoy more of Christ, shall never have him. Neither do I know what turning Gods Grace into wantonnesse is, if this be not; | or enjoy more of christ, shall never have him. Neither do I know what turning God's Grace into wantonness is, if this be not; | cc vvi dc pp-f np1, vmb av-x vhi pno31. av-dx vdb pns11 vvb r-crq vvg npg1 n1 p-acp n1 vbz, cs d vbb xx; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
968 | and under a conceit of liberty to be a servant of corruption. | and under a conceit of liberty to be a servant of corruption. | cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
969 | I know not whether it be thus with any, but if I did, I would pity them. | I know not whither it be thus with any, but if I did, I would pity them. | pns11 vvb xx cs pn31 vbb av p-acp d, cc-acp cs pns11 vdd, pns11 vmd vvi pno32. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 196 | Page 32 |
970 | 4. If the soul cannot every moment live on Christ, i. e. for every particular act, have a distinct act of Faith, | 4. If the soul cannot every moment live on christ, i. e. for every particular act, have a distinct act of Faith, | crd cs dt n1 vmbx d n1 vvi p-acp np1, sy. sy. p-acp d j n1, vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 197 | Page 32 |
971 | for this cannot be, yet every fit season that it can, it ought to look up to the Lord for life and fresh strength. | for this cannot be, yet every fit season that it can, it ought to look up to the Lord for life and fresh strength. | p-acp d vmbx vbi, av d j n1 cst pn31 vmb, pn31 vmd pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc j n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 197 | Page 32 |
972 | Pray as 'tis NONLATINALPHABET, every fit season. | prey as it's, every fit season. | n1 c-acp pn31|vbz, d j n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 197 | Page 33 |
973 | And as he brings forth fruit, so he goes for fruit in season, Psal. 1. 3. And when the soul doth this, the Spirit of the Lord helps, when the act is ceased. Now the fit seasons are, | And as he brings forth fruit, so he Goes for fruit in season, Psalm 1. 3. And when the soul does this, the Spirit of the Lord helps, when the act is ceased. Now the fit seasons Are, | cc c-acp pns31 vvz av n1, av pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc c-crq dt n1 vdz d, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn. av dt j n2 vbr, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 197 | Page 33 |
974 | 1. At beginning of any action, as prayer, hearing, reading: | 1. At beginning of any actium, as prayer, hearing, reading: | crd p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp n1, vvg, vvg: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 199 | Page 33 |
975 | All the time a man is in his journey, or in his work, he is carried on by the act of Faith at first setting out: | All the time a man is in his journey, or in his work, he is carried on by the act of Faith At First setting out: | d dt n1 dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ord vvg av: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 199 | Page 33 |
976 | The reach of Faith is long, and continues all prayers, all the duty throughout, the act of faith is short: | The reach of Faith is long, and continues all Prayers, all the duty throughout, the act of faith is short: | dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, cc vvz d n2, d dt n1 a-acp, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 199 | Page 33 |
977 | Now the Lord looks to his people according to the first. 2. When our act beigns to die; | Now the Lord looks to his people according to the First. 2. When our act beigns to die; | av dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt ord. crd c-crq po12 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 199 | Page 33 |
978 | as Moses lifted up his hands, and when they were heavy, Aaron and Hur supported them again. | as Moses lifted up his hands, and when they were heavy, Aaron and Hur supported them again. | c-acp np1 vvd a-acp po31 n2, cc c-crq pns32 vbdr j, np1 cc zz vvd pno32 av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 200 | Page 33 |
979 | 3. When a man feels himself strong, now apt to be self-confident; now Lord for an humble heart! | 3. When a man feels himself strong, now apt to be self-confident; now Lord for an humble heart! | crd c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 j, av j pc-acp vbi j; av n1 p-acp dt j n1! | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 201 | Page 33 |
980 | And thus you are to live on Christ, which if done, would make a Christians life glorious, | And thus you Are to live on christ, which if done, would make a Christians life glorious, | cc av pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, r-crq cs vdn, vmd vvi dt njpg2 n1 j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 201 | Page 33 |
981 | and give infinite content to the heart of Christ. | and give infinite content to the heart of christ. | cc vvb j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 201 | Page 33 |
982 | But here is the misery, either hearts are full, and need not, or slothful, and care not for living so. | But Here is the misery, either hearts Are full, and need not, or slothful, and care not for living so. | p-acp av vbz dt n1, d n2 vbr j, cc vvb xx, cc j, cc vvb xx p-acp vvg av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 201 | Page 33 |
983 | That truly I do not wonder to hear and see so many withering trees, as though blasted by wrath, | That truly I do not wonder to hear and see so many withering trees, as though blasted by wrath, | cst av-j pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi av d vvg n2, c-acp cs vvn p-acp n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 201 | Page 33 |
984 | because you fetch not all out of this stock; | Because you fetch not all out of this stock; | c-acp pn22 vvb xx d av pp-f d n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 201 | Page 33 |
985 | and Christ is such a stranger, because you are so seldom with him to act and bring forth fruit to him. SECT. VI. | and christ is such a stranger, Because you Are so seldom with him to act and bring forth fruit to him. SECT. VI. | cc np1 vbz d dt n1, c-acp pn22 vbr av av p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av n1 p-acp pno31. n1. crd. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 201 | Page 33 |
986 | 2 COnsider of the means to act from Christ Jesus, and indeed herein lies the skill and life of a Christian, | 2 Consider of the means to act from christ jesus, and indeed herein lies the skill and life of a Christian, | crd vvb pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1, cc av av vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 202 | Page 33 |
987 | and this is the complaint of many a Soul, Christ is full, and he is not for himself, | and this is the complaint of many a Soul, christ is full, and he is not for himself, | cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, np1 vbz j, cc pns31 vbz xx p-acp px31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 202 | Page 33 |
988 | but for those that want, and I come to him when I want it, and yet I find no help; | but for those that want, and I come to him when I want it, and yet I find no help; | cc-acp p-acp d cst vvb, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno31 c-crq pns11 vvb pn31, cc av pns11 vvb dx n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 202 | Page 33 |
989 | and hence many are brought to think either it's in vain to come to Christ, or else I have no Faith in Christ; | and hence many Are brought to think either it's in vain to come to christ, or Else I have no Faith in christ; | cc av d vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d pn31|vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc av pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp np1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 202 | Page 33 |
990 | I will therefore premise these three things. | I will Therefore premise these three things. | pns11 vmb av n1 d crd n2. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 202 | Page 33 |
991 | 1. That a false, double, treacherous, disloyal heart to Christ cannot expect to receive any thing it comes for unto Christ. | 1. That a false, double, treacherous, disloyal heart to christ cannot expect to receive any thing it comes for unto christ. | crd cst dt j, j-jn, j, j n1 p-acp np1 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 pn31 vvz p-acp p-acp np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
992 | As 'tis with a Woman, that though others do not, yet her Husband knows she is fallen in league with some other man, he will be strange to her, | As it's with a Woman, that though Others do not, yet her Husband knows she is fallen in league with Some other man, he will be strange to her, | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, cst c-acp n2-jn vdb xx, av po31 n1 vvz pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
993 | and will not do any thing for her. Iohn 2. ult. He knew what was in man; | and will not do any thing for her. John 2. ult. He knew what was in man; | cc vmb xx vdi d n1 p-acp pno31. np1 crd n1. pns31 vvd r-crq vbds p-acp n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
994 | as 'tis in grafts, Iames 1. 7, 8. Let not a double-minded man think to receive any thing at the hands of the Lord, | as it's in grafts, James 1. 7, 8. Let not a double-minded man think to receive any thing At the hands of the Lord, | c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, np1 crd crd, crd vvb xx dt j n1 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
995 | for that is the nature of man under the power of any lust, it makes all serve it, | for that is the nature of man under the power of any lust, it makes all serve it, | p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pn31 vvz d vvb pn31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
996 | even Christ himself, which he will never do, I am weary of your new Moons, saith the Lord, | even christ himself, which he will never do, I am weary of your new Moons, Says the Lord, | av np1 px31, r-crq pns31 vmb av-x vdi, pns11 vbm j pp-f po22 j n2, vvz dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
997 | and you fast, and pray, and have no answer, for you fast for Debate: | and you fast, and pray, and have no answer, for you fast for Debate: | cc pn22 av-j, cc vvb, cc vhb dx n1, c-acp pn22 av-j p-acp n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
998 | and therefore I take a man considered as broken off from the power of his lusts, not one that feels himself under the power of it, | and Therefore I take a man considered as broken off from the power of his Lustiest, not one that feels himself under the power of it, | cc av pns11 vvb dt n1 vvn c-acp vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, xx pi cst vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
999 | for such an one may be delivered from it, such a soul as can say, much ado have I had to feel my sin, | for such an one may be Delivered from it, such a soul as can say, much ado have I had to feel my since, | c-acp d dt pi vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, d dt n1 c-acp vmb vvi, d n1 vhb pns11 vhd pc-acp vvi po11 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
1000 | and to be willing to part with it, but now I am; here is the Soul I speak of. | and to be willing to part with it, but now I am; Here is the Soul I speak of. | cc pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp av pns11 vbm; av vbz dt n1 pns11 vvb pp-f. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 203 | Page 33 |
1001 | 2. That the Lord in the dispensation of Grace to his people, is wholly free to give it when he will: | 2. That the Lord in the Dispensation of Grace to his people, is wholly free to give it when he will: | crd cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz av-jn j pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vmb: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 204 | Page 33 |
1002 | for a man that works for his wages, must in justice have his wages when his work is done: | for a man that works for his wages, must in Justice have his wages when his work is done: | c-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 n2, vmb p-acp n1 vhi po31 n2 c-crq po31 n1 vbz vdn: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 204 | Page 33 |
1003 | but he that begs for his living must be content to stay. | but he that begs for his living must be content to stay. | cc-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp po31 j-vvg vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 204 | Page 33 |
1004 | We live by Faith, and free gift, not by works and deserts, and hence must wait and stay, Mic. 7. 7. Hence let not any man think sensibly to receive what he goes for to the Lord Jesus presently, | We live by Faith, and free gift, not by works and deserts, and hence must wait and stay, Mic. 7. 7. Hence let not any man think sensibly to receive what he Goes for to the Lord jesus presently, | pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc j n1, xx p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av vmb vvi cc vvi, np1 crd crd av vvb xx d n1 vvb av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 av-j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 204 | Page 33 |
1005 | as many feel a want of Grace, and think the Lord hath promised to help, and now how would it make for his honour to give, but find it not, | as many feel a want of Grace, and think the Lord hath promised to help, and now how would it make for his honour to give, but find it not, | c-acp d vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi, cc av q-crq vmd pn31 vvi p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vvb pn31 xx, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 204 | Page 33 |
1006 | and hence grow sad or discouraged, and think it is in vain to seek? no, no, Christs hour is not yet come, | and hence grow sad or discouraged, and think it is in vain to seek? no, no, Christ hour is not yet come, | cc av vvb j cc vvn, cc vvb pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi? uh-dx, uh-dx, npg1 n1 vbz xx av vvn, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 204 | Page 33 |
1007 | when you think it is, Iohn 2. My hour is not yet come; | when you think it is, John 2. My hour is not yet come; | c-crq pn22 vvb pn31 vbz, np1 crd po11 n1 vbz xx av vvn; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 204 | Page 33 |
1008 | and hence many get nothing because they lie out of the way of the Covenant, viz. to think, oh the Lord owes me nothing, and I deserve the contrary. | and hence many get nothing Because they lie out of the Way of the Covenant, viz. to think, o the Lord owes me nothing, and I deserve the contrary. | cc av d vvb pix p-acp pns32 vvb av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 pc-acp vvi, uh dt n1 vvz pno11 pix, cc pns11 vvb dt n-jn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 204 | Page 33 |
1009 | 3. That no man is to look to receive all that which he comes to the Lord for, but only so much as is fit for him: | 3. That no man is to look to receive all that which he comes to the Lord for, but only so much as is fit for him: | crd cst dx n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi d d r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp, cc-acp av-j av av-d c-acp vbz j p-acp pno31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1010 | a man feels much straitnesse, and he would have many enlargements; | a man feels much straitness, and he would have many enlargements; | dt n1 vvz d n1, cc pns31 vmd vhi d n2; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1011 | he finds much deadness, and he would have deep and over-flowing affections, and he comes to the Lord for it, | he finds much deadness, and he would have deep and overflowing affections, and he comes to the Lord for it, | pns31 vvz d n1, cc pns31 vmd vhi j-jn cc j-vvg n2, cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1012 | and the Lord gives some, Doth he •ot? do you not find it? can you say you seek the Lord, | and the Lord gives Some, Does he •ot? do you not find it? can you say you seek the Lord, | cc dt n1 vvz d, vdz pns31 vvi? vdb pn22 xx vvi pn31? vmb pn22 vvi pn22 vvb dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1013 | and attend on the Lord in vain with these Hypocrites, Mat. 3. 14. True, but yet methinks more would be better. | and attend on the Lord in vain with these Hypocrites, Mathew 3. 14. True, but yet methinks more would be better. | cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd j, cc-acp av vvz n1 vmd vbi jc. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1014 | How do you know that? I think so, that it would be more for his honour: | How do you know that? I think so, that it would be more for his honour: | q-crq vdb pn22 vvi d? pns11 vvb av, cst pn31 vmd vbi av-dc p-acp po31 n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1015 | you think so, then it seems you have one eye more than Christ, and that he is very carelesse and foolish in raising his own honour: | you think so, then it seems you have one eye more than christ, and that he is very careless and foolish in raising his own honour: | pn22 vvb av, cs pn31 vvz pn22 vhb crd n1 av-dc cs np1, cc cst pns31 vbz av j cc j p-acp vvg po31 d n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1055 | As a Father hath a child who must keep at home with him, but he hath never a Steward to lay out that estate for him that he means to give him, | As a Father hath a child who must keep At home with him, but he hath never a Steward to lay out that estate for him that he means to give him, | p-acp dt n1 vhz dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1-an p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vhz av-x dt n1 pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp pno31 cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1016 | Oh abhor those thoughts, he gives you such a coat as is fit for you, such a sail as fits your boat, such shoes as fit your feet, Psal. 21. 5. Honour and Majesty hast thou fitted for him: | O abhor those thoughts, he gives you such a coat as is fit for you, such a sail as fits your boat, such shoes as fit your feet, Psalm 21. 5. Honour and Majesty hast thou fitted for him: | uh vvb d n2, pns31 vvz pn22 d dt n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp pn22, d dt n1 c-acp vvz po22 n1, d n2 c-acp j po22 n2, np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 vvb pns21 vvn p-acp pno31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1017 | therefore do not look to receive any more than is fit for you, and know it, that is best for you. | Therefore do not look to receive any more than is fit for you, and know it, that is best for you. | av vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d dc cs vbz j p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn31, cst vbz js p-acp pn22. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1018 | The Physitian prescribes that which is fit, not that which is most desired of the Patients; | The physician prescribes that which is fit, not that which is most desired of the Patients; | dt n1 vvz cst r-crq vbz j, xx d r-crq vbz av-ds vvn pp-f dt n2; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1019 | if they will not accept of this, he will not look after them, 1 Cor. 12. 7, 8. 4. Think not to get any thing from the Lord Jesus with ease, I mean to the fleshly part: | if they will not accept of this, he will not look After them, 1 Cor. 12. 7, 8. 4. Think not to get any thing from the Lord jesus with ease, I mean to the fleshly part: | cs pns32 vmb xx vvi pp-f d, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd, crd crd vvb xx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb p-acp dt j n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 205 | Page 34 |
1020 | it hath been an old complaint, I go to Christ, and fish all night, and can catch nothing: | it hath been an old complaint, I go to christ, and Fish all night, and can catch nothing: | pn31 vhz vbn dt j n1, pns11 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi d n1, cc vmb vvi pix: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 206 | Page 34 |
1021 | and why? here is the cause, they cannot get it easily, and therefore they cannot get it at all, yea there ' tis. | and why? Here is the cause, they cannot get it Easily, and Therefore they cannot get it At all, yea there ' this. | cc q-crq? av vbz dt n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 av-j, cc av pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp d, uh a-acp pn31 pn31|vbz. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 206 | Page 34 |
1022 | Heb. 11. 6. This is one of the two main handles of Faith, he is a rewarder of all them that diligently seek him, not negligently: | Hebrew 11. 6. This is one of the two main handles of Faith, he is a rewarder of all them that diligently seek him, not negligently: | np1 crd crd d vbz pi pp-f dt crd n1 vvz pp-f n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d pno32 cst av-j vvi pno31, xx av-j: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 206 | Page 34 |
1023 | and hence at their first conversion how doth Christs Fruits overflow, and his Iordan rise above the banks: | and hence At their First conversion how does Christ Fruits overflow, and his Iordan rise above the banks: | cc av p-acp po32 ord n1 c-crq vdz npg1 n2 vvi, cc po31 np1 vvb p-acp dt n2: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 206 | Page 34 |
1024 | and what a deal doth a christian gain, yet not afterward: so in time of great trouble, oh 'tis because you seek him diligently: | and what a deal does a christian gain, yet not afterwards: so in time of great trouble, o it's Because you seek him diligently: | cc q-crq dt n1 vdz dt njp n1, av xx av: av p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, uh pn31|vbz p-acp pn22 vvb pno31 av-j: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 206 | Page 34 |
1025 | Therefore in prescribing means, do not say this is hard, and so depart as those did upon the very same ground, Iohn 6. 60. SECT. VII. The Meanes are these. | Therefore in prescribing means, do not say this is hard, and so depart as those did upon the very same ground, John 6. 60. SECT. VII. The Means Are these. | av p-acp vvg n2, vdb xx vvi d vbz j, cc av vvb p-acp d vdd p-acp dt j d n1, np1 crd crd n1. np1. dt n2 vbr d. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 206 | Page 34 |
1026 | 1. LAbour for a comprehending knowledge, |
1. LAbour for a comprehending knowledge, what is the love of christ to thee: there is a double knowledge of Christ love. | crd n1 p-acp dt j n1, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21: pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 207 | Page 34 |
1027 | 1. That he loves me, and this very apprehension fetcheth in warmth and life into the heart, In thy favour is life. | 1. That he loves me, and this very apprehension Fetches in warmth and life into the heart, In thy favour is life. | crd cst pns31 vvz pno11, cc d j n1 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp po21 n1 vbz n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 208 | Page 34 |
1028 | 2. What that love is, and that in all the dimensions of it: | 2. What that love is, and that in all the dimensions of it: | crd q-crq d n1 vbz, cc cst p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1029 | and beloved this is that which fills a man, Eph. 3. 18, 19. that as 'tis with Women when the fulnesse of the Husbands love is seen, it knits the heart invincibly to him, | and Beloved this is that which fills a man, Ephesians 3. 18, 19. that as it's with Women when the fullness of the Husbands love is seen, it knits the heart invincibly to him, | cc vvn d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd d c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn, pn31 vvz dt n1 av-j p-acp pno31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1030 | and makes her do any thing for him, so here. | and makes her do any thing for him, so Here. | cc vvz po31 vdi d n1 p-acp pno31, av av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1031 | And as we say of Trees, if the Tree begins to wither and dye, the only way is not to cast water on the branches, | And as we say of Trees, if the Tree begins to wither and die, the only Way is not to cast water on the branches, | cc c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f n2, cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi, dt j n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1032 | or to pray for water and dews from Heaven on them, but water the root. | or to pray for water and dews from Heaven on them, but water the root. | cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp n1 dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1033 | Love is the next root of all Grace, love Christ, and you will never be weary of doing for Christ, love him, | Love is the next root of all Grace, love christ, and you will never be weary of doing for christ, love him, | n1 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, n1 np1, cc pn22 vmb av-x vbi j pp-f vdg c-acp np1, vvb pno31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1034 | and he will love you, Prov. 8. 17. Now what kindles love so much as this comprehending knowledg of the Lord Jesus, | and he will love you, Curae 8. 17. Now what kindles love so much as this comprehending knowledge of the Lord jesus, | cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22, np1 crd crd av q-crq vvz n1 av av-d c-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1056 | but when an able Steward, now he gives his Son richly. So here: Quest. How shall I comprehend it? | but when an able Steward, now he gives his Son richly. So Here: Quest. How shall I comprehend it? | cc-acp c-crq dt j n1, av pns31 vvz po31 n1 av-j. av av: n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pn31? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1035 | and his love, this will make a man a burning Beacon of love, make a man melt into love, which is as strong as death, much water cannot quench it, 2 Cor. 5. 14. Love of Christ constrains, Gal. 5. 6. Faith works by love: Faith is our feet whereby we come to Christ, Love is our hand whereby we work for Christ: | and his love, this will make a man a burning Beacon of love, make a man melt into love, which is as strong as death, much water cannot quench it, 2 Cor. 5. 14. Love of christ constrains, Gal. 5. 6. Faith works by love: Faith is our feet whereby we come to christ, Love is our hand whereby we work for christ: | cc po31 n1, d vmb vvi dt n1 dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1 vvi p-acp n1, r-crq vbz a-acp j c-acp n1, d n1 vmbx vvi pn31, crd np1 crd crd n1 pp-f np1 vvz, np1 crd crd n1 vvz p-acp n1: n1 vbz po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1, n1 vbz po12 n1 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1036 | now let any Chirurgeons servant come to a Chirurgeon with a broken arm, and tell him he can do no work for him, | now let any Chirurgeons servant come to a Chirurgeon with a broken arm, and tell him he can do no work for him, | av vvb d n2 n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc vvb pno31 pns31 vmb vdi dx n1 p-acp pno31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1037 | therefore desire him to give him strength to do it, come saith he, let me heal your arm first: no by no means; | Therefore desire him to give him strength to do it, come Says he, let me heal your arm First: no by no means; | av vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, vvb vvz pns31, vvb pno11 vvi po22 n1 ord: dx p-acp dx n2; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1038 | let me first do your work, that so you may heal, and I may feel my arm to be whole: It can never be: | let me First do your work, that so you may heal, and I may feel my arm to be Whole: It can never be: | vvb pno11 ord vdb po22 n1, cst av pn22 vmb vvi, cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn: pn31 vmb av-x vbi: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1039 | So 'tis many a Christians course, Lord let me do thy work, and hence he cries, Lord give me strength, | So it's many a Christians course, Lord let me doe thy work, and hence he cries, Lord give me strength, | av pn31|vbz d dt njpg2 n1, n1 vvb pno11 n1 po21 n1, cc av pns31 vvz, n1 vvb pno11 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1040 | and then falls to do it, and cannot without pain, because his love is broken. | and then falls to do it, and cannot without pain, Because his love is broken. | cc av vvz pc-acp vdi pn31, cc vmbx p-acp n1, c-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1041 | Many say, I will go to Christ, and act for Christ, and then I will think the Lord loves me, but never find it: | Many say, I will go to christ, and act for christ, and then I will think the Lord loves me, but never find it: | av-d vvb, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp np1, cc av pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 vvz pno11, cc-acp av-x vvb pn31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1042 | first see and comprehend the love of the Lord: And truly this is the reason why no heart, no strength to act for God, | First see and comprehend the love of the Lord: And truly this is the reason why no heart, no strength to act for God, | ord vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: cc av-j d vbz dt n1 c-crq dx n1, av-dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 34 |
1043 | unlesse it be in a we•risom manner, and why? oh love is out, and why is that out? why 'tis not comprehended by the eye of Faith, it's despised by some, other things are sweet to them, or it's forgotten by others; | unless it be in a we•risom manner, and why? o love is out, and why is that out? why it's not comprehended by the eye of Faith, it's despised by Some, other things Are sweet to them, or it's forgotten by Others; | cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 n1, cc q-crq? uh n1 vbz av, cc q-crq vbz d av? uh-crq pn31|vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d, j-jn n2 vbr j p-acp pno32, cc pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n2-jn; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1044 | men remember not what once they were, and what the Lord hath done, 'tis seen a little, | men Remember not what once they were, and what the Lord hath done, it's seen a little, | n2 vvb xx r-crq a-acp pns32 vbdr, cc q-crq dt n1 vhz vdn, pn31|vbz vvn dt j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1045 | and hence a little life and strength, but 'tis comprehended by few. O sinful times! O unkind world! | and hence a little life and strength, but it's comprehended by few. O sinful times! O unkind world! | cc av dt j n1 cc n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d. sy j n2! sy j n1! | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1046 | never was my heart so dead saith one, never so straitned and shut up saith another, never so feeble in all duties saith another: | never was my heart so dead Says one, never so straitened and shut up Says Another, never so feeble in all duties Says Another: | av-x vbds po11 n1 av j vvz pi, av-x av vvn cc vvn a-acp vvz j-jn, av-x av j p-acp d n2 vvz j-jn: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1047 | why, you see, and taste, and sip of this love, but you feed not heartily, abundantly on it. | why, you see, and taste, and sip of this love, but you feed not heartily, abundantly on it. | c-crq, pn22 vvb, cc vvi, cc vvi pp-f d n1, cc-acp pn22 vvb xx av-j, av-j p-acp pn31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1048 | Never didst thou think so little of this love; | Never didst thou think so little of this love; | av-x vdd2 pns21 vvi av j pp-f d n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1049 | for though Christ will conveigh rich Grace to his people, yet it shall be by love. | for though christ will convey rich Grace to his people, yet it shall be by love. | c-acp cs np1 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n1, av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1050 | Christians will come to Christ, and when they receive and feel the good they come for, they will think of Christs love and that he love; | Christians will come to christ, and when they receive and feel the good they come for, they will think of Christ love and that he love; | np1 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi dt j pns32 vvb p-acp, pns32 vmb vvi pp-f npg1 n1 cc cst pns31 vvb; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1051 | them, no first come unto the Lord Jesus, being once come, know he will not cast thee away, Iohn 6. 37. then think of this love; | them, no First come unto the Lord jesus, being once come, know he will not cast thee away, John 6. 37. then think of this love; | pns32, dx ord vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, vbg a-acp vvn, vvb pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21 av, np1 crd crd av vvb pp-f d n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1052 | stay here, first feed here and you may act, and then the Lord will conveigh strength and power, and inable you hereunto: | stay Here, First feed Here and you may act, and then the Lord will convey strength and power, and inable you hereunto: | vvb av, ord vvb av cc pn22 vmb vvi, cc av dt n1 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, cc j pn22 av: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1053 | For though when a man trusts to his love as Peter without Faith, a man will fall because he trusts to an arm of flesh: | For though when a man trusts to his love as Peter without Faith, a man will fallen Because he trusts to an arm of Flesh: | c-acp cs c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, dt n1 vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 209 | Page 35 |
1057 | Answ. First, the Apostle prayes for it. Secondly, see what 'tis by his description, and meditate on it. | Answer First, the Apostle prays for it. Secondly, see what it's by his description, and meditate on it. | np1 ord, dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31. ord, vvb r-crq pn31|vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 211 | Page 35 |
1058 | 1. The bredth, i. e. the same love wherewith the Lord comprehends all Saints, as Abraham, &c. thou art as dear to the Lord as he or any in Heaven, | 1. The breadth, i. e. the same love wherewith the Lord comprehends all Saints, as Abraham, etc. thou art as dear to the Lord as he or any in Heaven, | crd dt n1, sy. sy. dt d n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz d n2, c-acp np1, av pns21 vb2r a-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 cc d p-acp n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 212 | Page 35 |
1059 | nay it may be did cost more: | nay it may be did cost more: | uh-x pn31 vmb vbi vdd vvi av-dc: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 212 | Page 35 |
1060 | not a crosse, not a mercy, but it's common (for substance) unto all Saints. | not a cross, not a mercy, but it's Common (for substance) unto all Saints. | xx dt n1, xx dt n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz j (c-acp n1) p-acp d n2. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 212 | Page 35 |
1061 | 2. The length, from eternity to eternity, nothing can part, nothing shall part; all other things are but Summer Swallows that build with us for a time. | 2. The length, from eternity to eternity, nothing can part, nothing shall part; all other things Are but Summer Swallows that built with us for a time. | crd dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pix vmb vvi, pix vmb vvi; d j-jn n2 vbr p-acp n1 n2 cst vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 213 | Page 35 |
1062 | 3. The depth, that the Lord should look upon thee when in thy Pest-house, when no eye pittied thee, | 3. The depth, that the Lord should look upon thee when in thy Pesthouse, when no eye pitied thee, | crd dt n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno21 c-crq p-acp po21 n1, c-crq dx n1 vvd pno21, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 214 | Page 35 |
1063 | when as low as the Grave, nay as low as Hell, nay lower, for they in Hell would come out, thou wouldst not. | when as low as the Grave, nay as low as Hell, nay lower, for they in Hell would come out, thou Wouldst not. | c-crq c-acp j c-acp dt j, uh-x p-acp j c-acp n1, uh-x av-jc, c-acp pns32 p-acp n1 vmd vvi av, pns21 vmd2 xx. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 214 | Page 35 |
1064 | Never think to see what infinite love is, till thou seest infinite wrath. | Never think to see what infinite love is, till thou See infinite wrath. | av-x vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq j n1 vbz, c-acp pns21 vv2 j n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 214 | Page 35 |
1065 | 4. The height, to be as happy as Angels, and more to, nay to be all one with Christ, | 4. The height, to be as happy as Angels, and more to, nay to be all one with christ, | crd dt n1, pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp n2, cc av-dc p-acp, uh-x p-acp vbb d crd p-acp np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 215 | Page 35 |
1066 | and in Christ, and loved with the same love Christ is, Iohn 17. 23, 26. 5. When thou seest it thus, yet it's the love of Christ that passeth knowledg: | and in christ, and loved with the same love christ is, John 17. 23, 26. 5. When thou See it thus, yet it's the love of christ that passes knowledge: | cc p-acp np1, cc vvd p-acp dt d n1 np1 vbz, np1 crd crd, crd crd c-crq pns21 vv2 pn31 av, av pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 215 | Page 35 |
1067 | As children cannot tell how Parents love them, Will you do thus? 'Tis with many Christians as 'tis with many Trees, the Tree is good, | As children cannot tell how Parents love them, Will you do thus? It's with many Christians as it's with many Trees, the Tree is good, | c-acp n2 vmbx vvi c-crq n2 vvb pno32, vmb pn22 vdi av? pn31|vbz p-acp d np1 p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n2, dt n1 vbz j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1068 | and the soil is good, and rain, dews, sun, Husband-man good, yet it begins to dye, | and the soil is good, and rain, dews, sun, Husbandman good, yet it begins to die, | cc dt n1 vbz j, cc n1, n2, n1, n1 j, av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1069 | then now nothing is wanting, but only to be set a little deeper, that it may take more root of the soyl. | then now nothing is wanting, but only to be Set a little Deeper, that it may take more root of the soil. | cs av pix vbz vvg, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vbi vvn dt j jc-jn, d pn31 vmb vvi dc n1 pp-f dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1070 | And so here, there is nothing wanting in many a Christian, but to be set a little deeper, | And so Here, there is nothing wanting in many a Christian, but to be Set a little Deeper, | cc av av, pc-acp vbz pix vvg p-acp d dt njp, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn dt j jc-jn, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1071 | and to take more rooting in the Lords love. Faith roots it self in Gods love, and now prospers by love. | and to take more rooting in the lords love. Faith roots it self in God's love, and now prospers by love. | cc pc-acp vvi av-dc j-vvg p-acp dt n2 vvb. n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, cc av vvz p-acp n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1072 | The eye is but little, yet can comprehend a mighty world quickly: | The eye is but little, yet can comprehend a mighty world quickly: | dt n1 vbz p-acp j, av vmb vvi dt j n1 av-j: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1073 | mans mind is but little, yet can comprehend, though not the infinitenesse, yet an infinite love. | men mind is but little, yet can comprehend, though not the infiniteness, yet an infinite love. | ng1 n1 vbz p-acp j, av vmb vvi, cs xx dt n1, av dt j n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1074 | If there be this light of glory, see by it all your poor sad hearts that conceive nothing but terror and holinesse in God; | If there be this Light of glory, see by it all your poor sad hearts that conceive nothing but terror and holiness in God; | cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp pn31 d po22 j j n2 cst vvb pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1075 | if you see it not, know it here is your work now; | if you see it not, know it Here is your work now; | cs pn22 vvb pn31 xx, vvb pn31 av vbz po22 n1 av; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1076 | for the first work is to get Faith, then to get love, then to act from Faith by love. | for the First work is to get Faith, then to get love, then to act from Faith by love. | p-acp dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi n1, cs pc-acp vvi n1, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1077 | Now the Lord hath wrought the first, and thou art busie a doing the third work, not remembring the second. | Now the Lord hath wrought the First, and thou art busy a doing the third work, not remembering the second. | av dt n1 vhz vvn dt ord, cc pns21 vb2r j dt vdg dt ord n1, xx vvg dt ord. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 216 | Page 35 |
1078 | 2. Content not thy self with feeling a want of supply, |
2. Content not thy self with feeling a want of supply, but labour to feel a need of supply from the Lord jesus, | crd j xx po21 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 35 |
1142 | 2. By Peace, and here many fall like the thorny ground; | 2. By Peace, and Here many fallen like the thorny ground; | crd p-acp n1, cc av d vvi av-j dt j n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 226 | Page 37 |
1079 | for many a Christian feels a want of Grace from Christ, brokennesse, &c. sees he hath nothing, | for many a Christian feels a want of Grace from christ, brokenness, etc. sees he hath nothing, | p-acp d dt njp vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, n1, av vvz pns31 vhz pix, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 35 |
1080 | and is sometime by fits troubled for the want of it: | and is sometime by fits troubled for the want of it: | cc vbz av p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 35 |
1081 | but he can be well content though he have no supply, having somewhat else to ease and content him, he feels no need of supply, | but he can be well content though he have no supply, having somewhat Else to ease and content him, he feels no need of supply, | cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi av j c-acp pns31 vhb dx n1, vhg av av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, pns31 vvz dx n1 pp-f n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1082 | so as he cannot be without it, that his Spirit fails unlesse the Lord Jesus in mercy give it, | so as he cannot be without it, that his Spirit fails unless the Lord jesus in mercy give it, | av c-acp pns31 vmbx vbi p-acp pn31, cst po31 n1 vvz cs dt n1 np1 p-acp n1 vvi pn31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1083 | and therefore must have it, there is a necessity of it. Hence he never finds supply, and wonders at it why 'tis so: | and Therefore must have it, there is a necessity of it. Hence he never finds supply, and wonders At it why it's so: | cc av vmb vhi pn31, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. av pns31 av-x vvz n1, cc n2 p-acp pn31 c-crq pn31|vbz av: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1084 | and here 'tis, here is his wound, and so brings up an ill report of the Lord, saying he is loath to give, | and Here it's, Here is his wound, and so brings up an ill report of the Lord, saying he is loath to give, | cc av pn31|vbz, av vbz po31 n1, cc av vvz a-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1085 | and of the Ordinances of the Lord, 'tis in vain to seek, and truly so it is to seek so: | and of the Ordinances of the Lord, it's in vain to seek, and truly so it is to seek so: | cc pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31|vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi, cc av-j av pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi av: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1086 | for let thy condition be never so miserable, if thou feelest a need of supply, the Lord will make bare his arm, | for let thy condition be never so miserable, if thou Feel a need of supply, the Lord will make bore his arm, | p-acp vvi po21 n1 vbi av-x av j, cs pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vmb vvi j po31 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1087 | and work wonders, bring Heaven out of Hell, joy out of sorrow, and light out of the thickest darknesse, | and work wonders, bring Heaven out of Hell, joy out of sorrow, and Light out of the thickest darkness, | cc vvi n2, vvb n1 av pp-f n1, vvb av pp-f n1, cc vvi av pp-f dt js n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1088 | and floods out of dry ground, Isai. 41. 17, 18. when the ground is dry and perched away, no moisture left; | and floods out of dry ground, Isaiah 41. 17, 18. when the ground is dry and perched away, no moisture left; | cc n2 av pp-f j n1, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vbz j cc vvd av, dx n1 vvn; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1089 | now the Lord pours out water on this soul, Isai. 44. 3. Heb. 4. ult. Many come to the Lord for Grace, | now the Lord pours out water on this soul, Isaiah 44. 3. Hebrew 4. ult. Many come to the Lord for Grace, | av dt n1 vvz av n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd n1. d vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1090 | and find it not, methinks I hear the Lord speaking thus to his people, I love you dearly, | and find it not, methinks I hear the Lord speaking thus to his people, I love you dearly, | cc vvi pn31 xx, vvz pns11 vvb dt n1 vvg av p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vvb pn22 av-jn, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1091 | and I am content to give you any thing you need, but you do not need my Grace, my Spirit, my presence, i. e. you feel not a need of it, | and I am content to give you any thing you need, but you do not need my Grace, my Spirit, my presence, i. e. you feel not a need of it, | cc pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pn22 d n1 pn22 vvb, cc-acp pn22 vdb xx vvi po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n1, sy. sy. pn22 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1092 | for if you had it now, you would not prize it much, nor keep it long: | for if you had it now, you would not prize it much, nor keep it long: | c-acp cs pn22 vhd pn31 av, pn22 vmd xx vvi pn31 av-d, ccx vvi pn31 av-j: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1093 | my precious Grace must not be spilt. | my precious Grace must not be spilled. | po11 j n1 vmb xx vbi vvn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1094 | Many know their wants and distempers, and know there is no help in themselves, and see all fulnesse in Christ, | Many know their Wants and distempers, and know there is no help in themselves, and see all fullness in christ, | av-d vvb po32 n2 cc n2, cc vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp px32, cc vvi d n1 p-acp np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1095 | and hence come to him, but find none, because they can be content though the Lord deny: | and hence come to him, but find none, Because they can be content though the Lord deny: | cc av vvb p-acp pno31, cc-acp vvb pix, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi j cs dt n1 vvb: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1096 | no nor never shall unlesse you feel the woe of your wants, that your Spirit fails if the Lord send not in supply, Isai. 57. 16. I will not contend, lest the Spirit fail. | no nor never shall unless you feel the woe of your Wants, that your Spirit fails if the Lord send not in supply, Isaiah 57. 16. I will not contend, lest the Spirit fail. | dx ccx av vmb cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cst po22 n1 vvz cs dt n1 vvb xx p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb xx vvi, cs dt n1 vvb. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1097 | Hence there God promiseth to dwell, to send and create peace and comfort: | Hence there God promises to dwell, to send and create peace and Comfort: | av a-acp np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 cc n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1098 | for what is the reason that Christians at first beginnings •eek peace and mercy, and have abundantly then? why truly I was long time before I had any thing, | for what is the reason that Christians At First beginnings •eek peace and mercy, and have abundantly then? why truly I was long time before I had any thing, | p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 cst np1 p-acp ord n2 vvb n1 cc n1, cc vhb av-j av? q-crq av-j pns11 vbds j n1 c-acp pns11 vhd d n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1099 | but when my spirit began to fail, and I gave all for gone, and could hold out no more, | but when my Spirit began to fail, and I gave all for gone, and could hold out no more, | cc-acp c-crq po11 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc pns11 vvd d p-acp vvn, cc vmd vvi av av-dx av-dc, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1100 | now the Lord helped and pittied me; | now the Lord helped and pitied me; | av dt n1 vvd cc vvd pno11; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1101 | but where are those comforts, and that presence of the Lord now? Truly now you think the worst is past, | but where Are those comforts, and that presence of the Lord now? Truly now you think the worst is past, | cc-acp q-crq vbr d n2, cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 av? np1 av pn22 vvb dt js vbz j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1102 | and would be glad of the life of Christ, and Grace from Christ, but if not, you have a little, your state is safe, | and would be glad of the life of christ, and Grace from christ, but if not, you have a little, your state is safe, | cc vmd vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp cs xx, pn22 vhb dt j, po22 n1 vbz j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1103 | and so can lie without putting your self to a necessity of it. Is it not thus? is not this your very wound? if it be, | and so can lie without putting your self to a necessity of it. Is it not thus? is not this your very wound? if it be, | cc av vmb vvi p-acp vvg po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. vbz pn31 xx av? vbz xx d po22 j n1? cs pn31 vbb, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1104 | for the Lords sake then get it healed, and do as people in Christs time, those that were well, | for the lords sake then get it healed, and do as people in Christ time, those that were well, | p-acp dt n2 n1 av vvi pn31 vvn, cc vdb c-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1, d cst vbdr av, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1105 | and had not desperate Diseases, commonly came not to him, but when the Disease was desperate, you know the Fame of Christ being spread abroad, | and had not desperate Diseases, commonly Come not to him, but when the Disease was desperate, you know the Fame of christ being spread abroad, | cc vhd xx j n2, av-j vvd xx p-acp pno31, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbds j, pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbg vvn av, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1106 | then they brought their sick and laid them before his merciful eyes, then they looked for the laying on of his hand, | then they brought their sick and laid them before his merciful eyes, then they looked for the laying on of his hand, | cs pns32 vvd po32 j cc vvd pno32 p-acp po31 j n2, cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt vvg p-acp pp-f po31 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1107 | or a word of his mouth, and all were healed: | or a word of his Mouth, and all were healed: | cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d vbdr vvn: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1108 | so do you, you have heard of the Fame of Christ, and seen others humbled, others par•oned, lay thy •ick Soul (but look that it be sick) before his eyes, | so do you, you have herd of the Fame of christ, and seen Others humbled, Others par•oned, lay thy •ick Soul (but look that it be sick) before his eyes, | av vdb pn22, pn22 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvn n2-jn vvn, n2-jn vvd, vvb po21 j n1 (p-acp n1 cst pn31 vbb j) p-acp po31 n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1109 | and so look for one word of his mouth, as the Woman of Canaan, he may deny for a time, | and so look for one word of his Mouth, as the Woman of Canaan, he may deny for a time, | cc av vvb p-acp crd n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1110 | yet she must have it, and the Lord will say, Be it unto thee according to thy Faith, not according to thy deserts, thou wilt have it, I must give it, thou dyest without it, | yet she must have it, and the Lord will say, Be it unto thee according to thy Faith, not according to thy deserts, thou wilt have it, I must give it, thou Dies without it, | av pns31 vmb vhi pn31, cc dt n1 vmb vvi, vbb pn31 p-acp pno21 vvg p-acp po21 n1, xx vvg p-acp po21 n2, pns21 vm2 vhi pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn31, pns21 vv2 p-acp pn31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1111 | behold I live to revive thee, and therefore to give it. You come to Prayer, and Word, and want many things, but find them not. | behold I live to revive thee, and Therefore to give it. You come to Prayer, and Word, and want many things, but find them not. | vvb pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pno21, cc av pc-acp vvi pn31. pn22 vvb p-acp n1, cc n1, cc vvb d n2, cc-acp vvb pno32 xx. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1112 | Oh come therefore, Lord I must have, I cannot go without supply. Not but that a Christian must wait, and be content humbly, but not care•esly: Therefore think within thy self, | O come Therefore, Lord I must have, I cannot go without supply. Not but that a Christian must wait, and be content humbly, but not care•esly: Therefore think within thy self, | uh vvb av, n1 pns11 vmb vhi, pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp n1. xx p-acp d dt njp vmb vvi, cc vbi j av-j, cc-acp xx j: av vvb p-acp po21 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 217 | Page 36 |
1113 | 1. What is there that I need but this, the presence of God, the life of God, &c. Is it not enough in Heaven, where's no wealth nor comforts else? and is it not suff•cient now? | 1. What is there that I need but this, the presence of God, the life of God, etc. Is it not enough in Heaven, where's no wealth nor comforts Else? and is it not suff•cient now? | crd q-crq vbz a-acp cst pns11 vvb p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, av vbz pn31 xx av-d p-acp n1, q-crq|vbz dx n1 ccx n2 av? cc vbz pn31 xx j av? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 218 | Page 36 |
1114 | 2. May I have it o• this condition, [ I must have it, I am resolved not to go without it ] Rev. 22. 17. if you will come, take it. | 2. May I have it o• this condition, [ I must have it, I am resolved not to go without it ] Rev. 22. 17. if you will come, take it. | crd vmb pns11 vhb pn31 n1 d n1, [ pns11 vmb vhi pn31, pns11 vbm vvn xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 ] n1 crd crd cs pn22 vmb vvi, vvb pn31. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 219 | Page 36 |
1115 | Are the termes so sweet? | are the terms so sweet? | vbr dt n2 av j? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 219 | Page 36 |
1116 | 3. Do wicked men thirst more and more after their lusts, and is Christ, and his Grace, | 3. Do wicked men thirst more and more After their Lustiest, and is christ, and his Grace, | crd vdb j n2 vvb av-dc cc av-dc p-acp po32 n2, cc vbz np1, cc po31 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 220 | Page 36 |
1117 | and his Presence no better, that I have enough of them quickly? God forbid there should be such a heart. | and his Presence no better, that I have enough of them quickly? God forbid there should be such a heart. | cc po31 n1 av-dx av-jc, cst pns11 vhb av-d pp-f pno32 av-j? np1 vvb a-acp vmd vbi d dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 220 | Page 36 |
1118 | 4. Doth the least sin so exceedingly go to the heart of my God, and shall I suffer it not only to act here, | 4. Does the least since so exceedingly go to the heart of my God, and shall I suffer it not only to act Here, | crd vdz dt av-ds n1 av av-vvg vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc vmb pns11 vvi pn31 xx av-j pc-acp vvi av, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 221 | Page 36 |
1119 | and tempt here, but remain alive here? | and tempt Here, but remain alive Here? | cc vvi av, cc-acp vvb j av? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 221 | Page 36 |
1120 | 5. Is not the Lord after all love shewn me, worthy of infinite (not a little) honour from me? and doth he deserve all, | 5. Is not the Lord After all love shown me, worthy of infinite (not a little) honour from me? and does he deserve all, | crd vbz xx dt n1 p-acp d n1 vvn pno11, j pp-f j (xx dt j) n1 p-acp pno11? cc vdz pns31 vvi d, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 36 |
1121 | and must I not, shall I not give it him before I dye? it must, it shall be so. | and must I not, shall I not give it him before I die? it must, it shall be so. | cc vmb pns11 xx, vmb pns11 xx vvi pn31 pno31 p-acp pns11 vvb? pn31 vmb, pn31 vmb vbi av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 37 |
1122 | Now when here you feel a need, know it that you are at the very door of relief: | Now when Here you feel a need, know it that you Are At the very door of relief: | av c-crq av pn22 vvb dt n1, vvb pn31 cst pn22 vbr p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 37 |
1123 | I conceive this is the great door at which Christ enters into the soul. | I conceive this is the great door At which christ enters into the soul. | pns11 vvb d vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 37 |
1124 | The root of Faith ( i. e. the author, object, and foundation of Faith) is out of a mans self, the door of Faith which opens to all treasures is in a mans self: | The root of Faith (i. e. the author, Object, and Foundation of Faith) is out of a men self, the door of Faith which Opens to all treasures is in a men self: | dt n1 pp-f n1 (pns11. sy. dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f n1) vbz av pp-f dt ng1 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz p-acp d n2 vbz p-acp dt ng1 n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 37 |
1125 | This door is not any good in us, for then we should have somewhat to boast of, | This door is not any good in us, for then we should have somewhat to boast of, | d n1 vbz xx d j p-acp pno12, c-acp cs pns12 vmd vhi av pc-acp vvi pp-f, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 37 |
1126 | nor sin in us, for that shuts out God from us; | nor since in us, for that shuts out God from us; | ccx n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp cst vvz av np1 p-acp pno12; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 37 |
1127 | nor knowledg of want, for that the Devils have, but sense of want, which when the Saints have, | nor knowledge of want, for that the Devils have, but sense of want, which when the Saints have, | ccx n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cst dt n2 vhb, cc-acp n1 pp-f n1, r-crq c-crq dt n2 vhb, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 37 |
1128 | now the door is opened for the Lord Jesus in all his fulnesse to come in. | now the door is opened for the Lord jesus in all his fullness to come in. | av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp d po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 37 |
1129 | Now if you know these things, blessed are you if you do them. SECT. VIII. TO all the Churches of the Lord Jesus here planted in these Western parts of the World, |
Now if you know these things, blessed Are you if you do them. SECT. VIII. TO all the Churches of the Lord jesus Here planted in these Western parts of the World, to maintain your Church-chastity and Virginity, you have a name of it abroad, pure chaste Virgin-churches, not polluted with the mixtures of men's Inventions, not defiled with the company of evil men: | av cs pn22 vvb d n2, vvn vbr pn22 cs pn22 vdb pno32. n1. np1. p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 av vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n1 cc n1, pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f pn31 av, j j n2, xx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2, xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 222 | Page 37 |
1130 | pure Ordinances, pure People, pure Churches, which is the cause of the scoffs and enmity of some, | pure Ordinances, pure People, pure Churches, which is the cause of the scoffs and enmity of Some, | j n2, j n1, j n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 223 | Page 37 |
1131 | but of the desire and joy of others. | but of the desire and joy of Others. | cc-acp pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 223 | Page 37 |
1132 | O if there, how happy I? and how blessed they? Take heed you do not defile your selves again. | O if there, how happy I? and how blessed they? Take heed you do not defile your selves again. | sy cs a-acp, c-crq j pns11? cc q-crq vvn pns32? vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n2 av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 223 | Page 37 |
1133 | Open whoredoom is too gross, too shameful, to yeild to mans inventious, to open the door for all comers into the Church: | Open whoredoom is too gross, too shameful, to yield to men inventious, to open the door for all comers into the Church: | j vvi vbz av j, av j, pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 223 | Page 37 |
1134 | but take heed of secret whoredoms and departings from Christ, for think of this speech when you see me dead, that of all Churches in the World, the Lord Jesus carries a most jealous eye over these for whom he hath done such great things; | but take heed of secret whoredoms and departings from christ, for think of this speech when you see me dead, that of all Churches in the World, the Lord jesus carries a most jealous eye over these for whom he hath done such great things; | cc-acp vvb n1 pp-f j-jn n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp np1, c-acp vvb pp-f d n1 c-crq pn22 vvb pno11 j, cst pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 np1 vvz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vdn d j n2; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 223 | Page 37 |
1135 | and I know it, he takes exceeding ill your secret wantonnesse and whoredoms of heart; | and I know it, he Takes exceeding ill your secret wantonness and whoredoms of heart; | cc pns11 vvb pn31, pns31 vvz av-vvg av-jn po22 n-jn n1 cc n2 pp-f n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 223 | Page 37 |
1136 | the Lord hath kept you hitherto, look you maintain it, for you may be soon defloured again, few Churches retain their purity long, aged, gray-haired purity is seldom seen. | the Lord hath kept you hitherto, look you maintain it, for you may be soon deflowered again, few Churches retain their purity long, aged, gray-haired purity is seldom seen. | dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 av, vvb pn22 vvb pn31, c-acp pn22 vmb vbi av vvn av, d n2 vvb po32 n1 av-j, j-vvn, j n1 vbz av vvn. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 223 | Page 37 |
1137 | I will tell you of the several Temptations (some at least) that may prevail to the defilement of you. | I will tell you of the several Temptations (Some At least) that may prevail to the defilement of you. | pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pp-f dt j n2 (d p-acp ds) cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn22. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 223 | Page 37 |
1138 | First, Spiritual defilement is forsaking of the Husband, a total secret forsaking of Christ; | First, Spiritual defilement is forsaking of the Husband, a total secret forsaking of christ; | ord, j n1 vbz vvg pp-f dt n1, dt j j-jn vvg pp-f np1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 224 | Page 37 |
1139 | for here is the temptation to it, viz. Gods withdrawing himself in his Ordinances from his Ordinances. | for Here is the temptation to it, viz. God's withdrawing himself in his Ordinances from his Ordinances. | p-acp av vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31, n1 n2 vvg px31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 224 | Page 37 |
1140 | For three sorts of Temptations make men fall back. | For three sorts of Temptations make men fallen back. | p-acp crd n2 pp-f n2 vvb n2 vvi av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 224 | Page 37 |
1141 | 1. By Persecution, and there many fall (though some hold out) as in the stony land. | 1. By Persecution, and there many fallen (though Some hold out) as in the stony land. | crd p-acp n1, cc a-acp d n1 (cs d vvb av) c-acp p-acp dt j n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 225 | Page 37 |
1143 | like Saylors that in a storm at Sea, every man is ready, and will be pulling his rope, | like Sailors that in a storm At Sea, every man is ready, and will be pulling his rope, | j n2 cst p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, d n1 vbz j, cc vmb vbi vvg po31 n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 226 | Page 37 |
1144 | but when a calm, then go to their Cabbins, and there fall asleep, and here many fall in this place, and others stand it out. | but when a Cam, then go to their Cabins, and there fallen asleep, and Here many fallen in this place, and Others stand it out. | cc-acp c-crq dt j-jn, av vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi j, cc av d n1 p-acp d n1, cc n2-jn vvb pn31 av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 226 | Page 37 |
1145 | 3. By the Lords withdrawing from them, as those, Mal. 3. 14. and here the great ones fall. | 3. By the lords withdrawing from them, as those, Malachi 3. 14. and Here the great ones fallen. | crd p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp pno32, c-acp d, np1 crd crd cc av dt j pi2 vvi. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 227 | Page 37 |
1146 | Many come to enjoy Ordinances, and persecution vext them not, world it's base, it troubles them not, | Many come to enjoy Ordinances, and persecution vexed them not, world it's base, it Troubles them not, | av-d vvb pc-acp vvi n2, cc n1 vvn pno32 xx, n1 pn31|vbz j, pn31 vvz pno32 xx, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 227 | Page 37 |
1147 | and they think to find much, but do not, but the Lord withdraws, and they can get no good, hereupon their false hearts discover themselves, they draw back from God, | and they think to find much, but do not, but the Lord withdraws, and they can get no good, hereupon their false hearts discover themselves, they draw back from God, | cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d, cc-acp vdb xx, cc-acp dt n1 vvz, cc pns32 vmb vvi dx j, av po32 j n2 vvb px32, pns32 vvb av p-acp np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 227 | Page 37 |
1148 | and lie still, whereas Saints cry the more after him, and look the more into themselves, | and lie still, whereas Saints cry the more After him, and look the more into themselves, | cc vvb av, cs n2 vvb dt av-dc p-acp pno31, cc vvb dt av-dc p-acp px32, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 227 | Page 37 |
1149 | and find out the cause of it, and then the Lord helps them, Isai. 63. 17. Oh take heed of this. | and find out the cause of it, and then the Lord helps them, Isaiah 63. 17. O take heed of this. | cc vvi av dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc av dt n1 vvz pno32, np1 crd crd uh vvb n1 pp-f d. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 227 | Page 37 |
1150 | 1. Shall I forsake the Lord that hath done these great things for my Soul? | 1. Shall I forsake the Lord that hath done these great things for my Soul? | crd vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 cst vhz vdn d j n2 p-acp po11 n1? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 228 | Page 37 |
1151 | 2. Shall I now do it after I am so near Heaven? | 2. Shall I now do it After I am so near Heaven? | crd vmb pns11 av vdb pn31 c-acp pns11 vbm av j n1? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 229 | Page 37 |
1152 | 3. Shall I forsake him when he departs from me but for a time it may be, | 3. Shall I forsake him when he departs from me but for a time it may be, | crd vmb pns11 vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno11 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 230 | Page 37 |
1153 | when as he followed me when I departed long from him? | when as he followed me when I departed long from him? | c-crq c-acp pns31 vvd pno11 c-crq pns11 vvd av-j p-acp pno31? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 230 | Page 37 |
1154 | 4. Is it not Hell to dye without him, and shall it not be Death to live without him? | 4. Is it not Hell to die without him, and shall it not be Death to live without him? | crd vbz pn31 xx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vmb pn31 xx vbi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 231 | Page 37 |
1155 | 5. Doth he depart without a cause, he hath no cause to follow me, I have all reason to follow him, the Lord grant you may do so. | 5. Does he depart without a cause, he hath no cause to follow me, I have all reason to follow him, the Lord grant you may do so. | crd vdz pns31 vvi p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno11, pns11 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, dt n1 vvb pn22 vmb vdi av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 232 | Page 37 |
1156 | Secondly, Secret defilement is by neglect of private communion with him: this is whorish in a Wife. | Secondly, Secret defilement is by neglect of private communion with him: this is whorish in a Wife. | ord, j-jn n1 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno31: d vbz j p-acp dt n1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 233 | Page 38 |
1157 | Here is stronger Temptation to neglect private Prayer and Meditation, partly by want of room, partly by multitudes of businesses, | Here is Stronger Temptation to neglect private Prayer and Meditation, partly by want of room, partly by Multitudes of businesses, | av vbz jc n1 pc-acp vvi j n1 cc n1, av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp n2 pp-f n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 233 | Page 38 |
1158 | and work, and cares hereabout, that being weary in the day, sleepy at night, busie in the morning, Prayer, Meditation, daily examination are sent away as Paul from Faelix, we will speak with these at some more convenient season; | and work, and Cares hereabout, that being weary in the day, sleepy At night, busy in the morning, Prayer, Meditation, daily examination Are sent away as Paul from Felix, we will speak with these At Some more convenient season; | cc n1, cc vvz av, cst vbg j p-acp dt n1, j p-acp n1, j p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, j n1 vbr vvn av p-acp np1 p-acp fw-la, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp d dc j n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 233 | Page 38 |
1159 | and hence straitnesse of heart toward Christ, and no means do good. | and hence straitness of heart towards christ, and no means do good. | cc av n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc dx n2 vdb j. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 233 | Page 38 |
1160 | Oh Beloved, have you such a Husband as Christ in Heaven that loves thy looks, thy company, thy sighs, thy speeches, | O beloved, have you such a Husband as christ in Heaven that loves thy looks, thy company, thy sighs, thy Speeches, | uh j-vvn, vhb pn22 d dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cst vvz po21 n2, po21 n1, po21 n2, po21 n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 233 | Page 38 |
1161 | and will you neglect him thus? what no love? 2. Is he not broken with this whorish heart? 3. Is that speech worth any thing with you, We shall ever be with the Lord, doth it comfort you to think of being ever with him, | and will you neglect him thus? what no love? 2. Is he not broken with this whorish heart? 3. Is that speech worth any thing with you, We shall ever be with the Lord, does it Comfort you to think of being ever with him, | cc vmb pn22 vvi pno31 av? q-crq dx n1? crd vbz pns31 xx vvn p-acp d j n1? crd vbz d n1 j d n1 p-acp pn22, pns12 vmb av vbi p-acp dt n1, vdz pn31 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi pp-f vbg av p-acp pno31, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 233 | Page 38 |
1162 | and now neglect him? where are your hearts? | and now neglect him? where Are your hearts? | cc av vvb pno31? q-crq vbr po22 n2? | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 233 | Page 38 |
1163 | Thirdly, Secret defilement is by bringing other lovers into the same bed, the same heart with him: | Thirdly, Secret defilement is by bringing other lovers into the same Bed, the same heart with him: | ord, j-jn n1 vbz p-acp vvg j-jn n2 p-acp dt d n1, dt d n1 p-acp pno31: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1164 | and here the Temptation to this is strong, for most men have lost and sunk in their Estates, | and Here the Temptation to this is strong, for most men have lost and sunk in their Estates, | cc av dt n1 p-acp d vbz j, p-acp ds n2 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1165 | and it's hard to live lower than we did, and this is a grief, and here 'tis possible to recover estate again, | and it's hard to live lower than we did, and this is a grief, and Here it's possible to recover estate again, | cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi jc cs pns12 vdd, cc d vbz dt n1, cc av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 av, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1166 | and here grief for losse hath a vent by greedinesse and pursuit after more. In other places men had a very co•fortable estate, hence rejoyced in what they had, | and Here grief for loss hath a vent by greediness and pursuit After more. In other places men had a very co•fortable estate, hence rejoiced in what they had, | cc av n1 p-acp n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dc. p-acp j-jn n2 n2 vhd dt j j n1, av vvd p-acp r-crq pns32 vhd, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1167 | and did not greedily desire more; but now want makes men hungry and greedy: | and did not greedily desire more; but now want makes men hungry and greedy: | cc vdd xx av-j vvi av-dc; cc-acp av n1 vvz n2 j cc j: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1168 | and now when a man hath thought and lookt about him, and seen what he may gain by his labours of many acres, by his Goats and Cartel in so many year; | and now when a man hath Thought and looked about him, and seen what he may gain by his labours of many acres, by his Goats and Cartel in so many year; | cc av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn cc vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvn r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2 pp-f d n2, p-acp po31 n2 cc np1 p-acp av d n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1169 | now he casts himself into the world, and also will not forsake Christ utterly, but bring both into the same heart, Christ shall have some love, some desire, | now he Cast himself into the world, and also will not forsake christ utterly, but bring both into the same heart, christ shall have Some love, Some desire, | av pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, cc av vmb xx vvi np1 av-j, cc-acp vvb d p-acp dt d n1, np1 vmb vhi d n1, d n1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1170 | but the world as much, and so the heart is divided: | but the world as much, and so the heart is divided: | cc-acp dt n1 c-acp d, cc av dt n1 vbz vvn: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1171 | and hence some set high prizes on their corn, commodities, cattel, others look for large wages, &c. and yet Christ too. | and hence Some Set high prizes on their corn, commodities, cattle, Others look for large wages, etc. and yet christ too. | cc av d vvd j n2 p-acp po32 n1, n2, n2, n2-jn vvb p-acp j n2, av cc av np1 av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1172 | Hence men cry out of the world because it hinders them from Christ, and yet bring it into, | Hence men cry out of the world Because it hinders them from christ, and yet bring it into, | av n2 vvb av pp-f dt n1 c-acp pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp np1, cc av vvb pn31 p-acp, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1173 | and hugg it in their hearts, because they must have it in the bed with Christ. | and hug it in their hearts, Because they must have it in the Bed with christ. | cc vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1174 | It was the speech of one, that he never heard of any Saint in Scripture given to covetousness, some to one sin, some to another, but none to that; | It was the speech of one, that he never herd of any Saint in Scripture given to covetousness, Some to one since, Some to Another, but none to that; | pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f crd, cst pns31 av-x vvd pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 vvn p-acp n1, d p-acp crd n1, d p-acp j-jn, cc-acp pix p-acp d; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1175 | I have read of Lot, but God fired him out of his estate at last: and that is all I would say to this. | I have read of Lot, but God fired him out of his estate At last: and that is all I would say to this. | pns11 vhb vvn pp-f n1, p-acp np1 vvd pno31 av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp ord: cc cst vbz d pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 234 | Page 38 |
1176 | Fourthly, Secret defilement is by decaying in love to those whom Christ loves, and those are his Saints, | Fourthly, Secret defilement is by decaying in love to those whom christ loves, and those Are his Saints, | ord, j-jn n1 vbz p-acp vvg p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq np1 vvz, cc d vbr po31 n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1177 | and Temptation is strong in this place to this: 1. Because we have multitudes of them; | and Temptation is strong in this place to this: 1. Because we have Multitudes of them; | cc n1 vbz j p-acp d n1 p-acp d: crd c-acp pns12 vhb n2 pp-f pno32; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1178 | Even Gold it self being so common as to pave our streets, is despised. 2. Because there wants a common enemy to drive them together. | Even Gold it self being so Common as to pave our streets, is despised. 2. Because there Wants a Common enemy to drive them together. | av n1 pn31 n1 vbg av j c-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2, vbz vvn. crd p-acp a-acp vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1179 | Take several men that never knew one another, yet in time of War they will love abundantly, | Take several men that never knew one Another, yet in time of War they will love abundantly, | vvb j n2 cst av-x vvd pi j-jn, av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmb vvi av-j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1180 | and then encourage one another, and can with joy lie together: | and then encourage one Another, and can with joy lie together: | cc av vvb pi j-jn, cc vmb p-acp n1 vvi av: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1181 | so 'tis here, hence arise your petty Duels and jars in Churches, surmisings, cens•rings, &c. and the reason is this, there is little love to Saints, | so it's Here, hence arise your Petty Duels and jars in Churches, surmisings, cens•rings, etc. and the reason is this, there is little love to Saints, | av pn31|vbz av, av vvb po22 j n2 cc vvz p-acp n2, n2-vvg, n2, av cc dt n1 vbz d, pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp n2, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1182 | and for want of this, men shall not know whether you be Christs Disciples or no. | and for want of this, men shall not know whither you be Christ Disciples or no. | cc p-acp n1 pp-f d, n2 vmb xx vvi cs pn22 vbb npg1 n2 cc uh-dx. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1183 | Be thy Brethren Saints or not? bear they the Image of Christ or no? if they do not, | Be thy Brothers Saints or not? bear they the Image of christ or no? if they do not, | vbb po21 n2 n2 cc xx? vvb pns32 dt n1 pp-f np1 cc av-dx? cs pns32 vdb xx, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1184 | why dost not convince them, admonish them? and if they will not be better, away with them: | why dost not convince them, admonish them? and if they will not be better, away with them: | q-crq vd2 xx vvi pno32, vvb pno32? cc cs pns32 vmb xx vbi j, av p-acp pno32: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1185 | If they be, Oh bear, Oh love, Oh tender them, as thou lookest the Lord Jesus should tender thee. | If they be, O bear, O love, O tender them, as thou Lookest the Lord jesus should tender thee. | cs pns32 vbb, uh vvb, uh n1, uh vvb pno32, c-acp pns21 vv2 dt n1 np1 vmd vvi pno21. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1186 | And therefore let the Image of Christ appear, and then see it, and then love, and then no more breaches will follow: | And Therefore let the Image of christ appear, and then see it, and then love, and then no more Breaches will follow: | cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi, cc av vvb pn31, cc av vvb, cc av dx dc n2 vmb vvi: | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1187 | if not, the Lord can and will soon send Wolves to make Sheep run more together. | if not, the Lord can and will soon send Wolves to make Sheep run more together. | cs xx, dt n1 vmb cc vmb av vvi n2 pc-acp vvi n1 vvi av-dc av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 235 | Page 38 |
1188 | Fifthly, Le•ting a new Generation of Harlots into Christs bosom, I mean, not greatly caring for Posterity, that they may know and serve this God, | Fifthly, Le•ting a new Generation of Harlots into Christ bosom, I mean, not greatly caring for Posterity, that they may know and serve this God, | ord, vvg dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp npg1 n1, pns11 vvb, xx av-j vvg p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi d np1, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 236 | Page 38 |
1189 | for after this Generation is past, our children are to follow, and 'tis very rare that they prove right, yet it may be so. | for After this Generation is past, our children Are to follow, and it's very rare that they prove right, yet it may be so. | c-acp p-acp d n1 vbz j, po12 n2 vbr pc-acp vvi, cc pn31|vbz av j cst pns32 vvb j-jn, av pn31 vmb vbi av. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 236 | Page 38 |
1190 | Hearken therefore you Parents, if God brought them over for this end, and if they never know God, what a sad thing would it be? or if they be brought forth to pull down the Temple of God. | Harken Therefore you Parents, if God brought them over for this end, and if they never know God, what a sad thing would it be? or if they be brought forth to pull down the Temple of God. | vvb av pn22 n2, cs np1 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp d n1, cc cs pns32 av-x vvb np1, r-crq dt j n1 vmd pn31 vbi? cc cs pns32 vbb vvn av pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 236 | Page 38 |
1191 | Oh therefore, 1. Be careful of a pious education of them in Schools, in private, | O Therefore, 1. Be careful of a pious education of them in Schools, in private, | uh av, crd vbb j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n2, p-acp j, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 236 | Page 38 |
1192 | and take some course for that end before others come over, this will draw them. 2. Oh make many Prayers for them. 3. Set Faith awork in Gods promise; | and take Some course for that end before Others come over, this will draw them. 2. O make many Prayers for them. 3. Set Faith awork in God's promise; | cc vvb d n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n2-jn vvb p-acp, d vmb vvi pno32. crd uh vvb d n2 p-acp pno32. crd j-vvn n1 av p-acp ng1 n1; | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 236 | Page 38 |
1193 | as he said, he would not abate the Lord, (though he gave it him in 99) of that one. | as he said, he would not abate the Lord, (though he gave it him in 99) of that one. | c-acp pns31 vvd, pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1, (cs pns31 vvd pn31 pno31 p-acp crd) pp-f d crd. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 236 | Page 39 |
1194 | Leave in record what the Lord hath done for you, that the Lord may be with them, | Leave in record what the Lord hath done for you, that the Lord may be with them, | n1 p-acp n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp pn22, cst dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32, | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 236 | Page 39 |
1195 | and that all these Churches may be the glory of Christ, and then you shall enter into the Bride-chamber of the Lamb at last. | and that all these Churches may be the glory of christ, and then you shall enter into the Bridechamber of the Lamb At last. | cc cst d d n2 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp ord. | (11) chapter (DIV2) | 236 | Page 39 |
1196 | CHAP. VII. Concerning a Christians Duty of being constantly and continually ready to meet Christ, and to enjoy Communion with him. 2. Took their Lamps. SECT. I. MUch dust is raised, and much Dispute is made, especially by Popish interpreters, What the Lamps, what the Oyl, what the Vessels should be? The gener•l conceit of most of them is: | CHAP. VII. Concerning a Christians Duty of being constantly and continually ready to meet christ, and to enjoy Communion with him. 2. Took their Lamps. SECT. I. MUch dust is raised, and much Dispute is made, especially by Popish Interpreters, What the Lamps, what the Oil, what the Vessels should be? The gener•l conceit of most of them is: | np1 np1. vvg dt njpg2 n1 pp-f vbg av-j cc av-j j pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31. crd np1 po32 n2. n1. np1 av-d n1 vbz vvn, cc d vvb vbz vvn, av-j p-acp j n2, q-crq dt n2, r-crq dt n1, r-crq dt n2 vmd vbi? dt j n1 pp-f ds pp-f pno32 vbz: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 236 | Page 39 |
1197 | that by Oyl is meant good works, and by Lamps Faith; answerable to their own conceit, that not Faith but good works chiefly save: | that by Oil is meant good works, and by Lamps Faith; answerable to their own conceit, that not Faith but good works chiefly save: | cst p-acp n1 vbz vvn j n2, cc p-acp n2 n1; j p-acp po32 d n1, cst xx n1 p-acp j n2 av-jn vvi: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 237 | Page 39 |
1198 | Whereas if we consider the thing rather e contra, that by lighted Lamps are meant good works, | Whereas if we Consider the thing rather e contra, that by lighted Lamps Are meant good works, | cs cs pns12 vvb dt n1 av-c fw-la fw-la, cst p-acp j-vvn n2 vbr vvn j n2, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 237 | Page 39 |
1199 | or external shining profession, according to that of Christ, Mat. 5. Let your light so shine before men, &c. and that by Oyl should be me•nt Faith, | or external shining profession, according to that of christ, Mathew 5. Let your Light so shine before men, etc. and that by Oil should be me•nt Faith, | cc j j-vvg n1, vvg p-acp d pp-f np1, np1 crd vvb po22 n1 av vvi p-acp n2, av cc cst p-acp n1 vmd vbi j n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 237 | Page 39 |
1200 | because 'tis inward, and is the nourishment of works and outward profession. And in this sense some of our Divines do take this Scripture; | Because it's inward, and is the nourishment of works and outward profession. And in this sense Some of our Divines do take this Scripture; | c-acp pn31|vbz j, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j n1. cc p-acp d n1 d pp-f po12 n2-jn vdb vvi d n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 237 | Page 39 |
1201 | and the Rhemists likewise, who understand by Lamps lighted, good works; by Oyl a good intention: | and the Rhemists likewise, who understand by Lamps lighted, good works; by Oil a good intention: | cc dt n2 av, r-crq vvb p-acp n2 vvn, j n2; p-acp n1 dt j n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 237 | Page 39 |
1220 | So here, therefore 'tis not enough to be espoused unto Christ, but being espoused, now you ought to be in a continual readinesse to claspe the Lord in your arms, | So Here, Therefore it's not enough to be espoused unto christ, but being espoused, now you ought to be in a continual readiness to clasp the Lord in your arms, | av av, av pn31|vbz xx av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp vbg vvn, av pn22 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1202 | To which 'tis answered by Cartwright, (that burning and shining light of our Times) that rather by Lamps lighted is to be understood, watchful minds alway lifted up in attending for the coming of Christ, according as 'tis ver. 13. And I doubt not but this is one thing aimed at, that they took their Lamps, i. e. were watchful for Christs coming. | To which it's answered by Cartwright, (that burning and shining Light of our Times) that rather by Lamps lighted is to be understood, watchful minds always lifted up in attending for the coming of christ, according as it's for. 13. And I doubt not but this is one thing aimed At, that they took their Lamps, i. e. were watchful for Christ coming. | p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp np1, (cst vvg cc j-vvg n1 pp-f po12 n2) cst av p-acp n2 vvn vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, j n2 av vvn a-acp p-acp vvg p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, vvg c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp. crd cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp d vbz crd n1 vvn p-acp, cst pns32 vvd po32 n2, uh. sy. vbdr j p-acp npg1 vvg. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 237 | Page 39 |
1203 | But when I weigh other circumstances, methinks there is somewhat else more plainly and principally intended, of which I scarce read any Divine, | But when I weigh other Circumstances, methinks there is somewhat Else more plainly and principally intended, of which I scarce read any Divine, | p-acp c-crq pns11 vvb j-jn n2, vvz a-acp vbz av av av-dc av-j cc av-j vvn, pp-f r-crq pns11 av-j vvb d j-jn, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 237 | Page 39 |
1204 | but he gives a hint of, viz. that by lighted Lamps, and taking of them, is meant nothing else but the readinesse of the Churches to meet and to have fellowship with the Lord Jesus. And my Reasons are these: | but he gives a hint of, viz. that by lighted Lamps, and taking of them, is meant nothing Else but the readiness of the Churches to meet and to have fellowship with the Lord jesus. And my Reasons Are these: | cc-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f, n1 cst p-acp j-vvn n2, cc vvg pp-f pno32, vbz vvn pix av cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. cc po11 n2 vbr d: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 237 | Page 39 |
1205 | 1. Because the Lord Jesus to teach his people watchfulnesse, and to put them to a narrow search of themselves, borrows a similitude from the custom of those Times, wherein their Marriages were celebrated in the Night, | 1. Because the Lord jesus to teach his people watchfulness, and to put them to a narrow search of themselves, borrows a similitude from the custom of those Times, wherein their Marriages were celebrated in the Night, | crd p-acp dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px32, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-crq po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 238 | Page 39 |
1206 | and hence the Virgins (the only children of the Bride-chamber, and some think their number never exceeded Ten) being to walk out in the Night, took their Lamps: | and hence the Virgins (the only children of the Bridechamber, and Some think their number never exceeded Ten) being to walk out in the Night, took their Lamps: | cc av dt n2 (dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc d vvb po32 n1 av-x vvd crd) vbg p-acp n1 av p-acp dt n1, vvd po32 n2: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 238 | Page 39 |
1207 | and when they had kindled their Lamps, (usually the last thing that is done) now they are ready to go out, | and when they had kindled their Lamps, (usually the last thing that is done) now they Are ready to go out, | cc c-crq pns32 vhd vvn po32 n2, (av-j dt ord n1 cst vbz vdn) av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi av, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 238 | Page 39 |
1208 | and this is that which Christ aims at. 2. From Luke 12. 35. Let your loyns be girt, and lamps burning; | and this is that which christ aims At. 2. From Lycia 12. 35. Let your loins be girded, and lamps burning; | cc d vbz d r-crq np1 vvz p-acp. crd p-acp av crd crd vvb po22 n2 vbb vvn, cc n2 vvg; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 238 | Page 39 |
1209 | it's evident that thereby is meant nothing else but readinesse to meet the Lord when-ever he comes; | it's evident that thereby is meant nothing Else but readiness to meet the Lord whenever he comes; | pn31|vbz j cst av vbz vvn pix av cc-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j pns31 vvz; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 239 | Page 39 |
1210 | for when loyns are girt, then one is fit for travail, but seeing 'tis in the Night, | for when loins Are girded, then one is fit for travail, but seeing it's in the Night, | p-acp c-crq n2 vbr vvn, av pi vbz j p-acp n1, cc-acp vvg pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 239 | Page 39 |
1211 | hence lamps must be burning too. | hence lamps must be burning too. | av n2 vmb vbi vvg av. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 239 | Page 39 |
1212 | 3. Because 'tis said plainly, ver. 10. when their lamps were kindled again, they that were ready went in; | 3. Because it's said plainly, ver. 10. when their lamps were kindled again, they that were ready went in; | crd p-acp pn31|vbz vvn av-j, fw-la. crd c-crq po32 n2 vbdr vvn av, pns32 cst vbdr j vvd p-acp; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 240 | Page 39 |
1213 | I know the Word is called a lamp for our feet, Psal. 119. and so by lamps may be meant minds enlightened and kindled by the word. | I know the Word is called a lamp for our feet, Psalm 119. and so by lamps may be meant minds enlightened and kindled by the word. | pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd cc av p-acp n2 vmb vbi vvn n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 240 | Page 40 |
1214 | The eminent profession and excellencies of the Church is like a lamp, Isai. 63. 1. and more particularly may be here included and aimed at: | The eminent profession and excellencies of the Church is like a lamp, Isaiah 63. 1. and more particularly may be Here included and aimed At: | dt j n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1, np1 crd crd cc av-dc av-j vmb vbi av vvd cc vvd p-acp: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 240 | Page 40 |
1215 | but in this verse lamps are spoken of in general, including light, Oyl, Vessels; and hence I give this general Interpretation here, intending Particulars if need be afterward: | but in this verse lamps Are spoken of in general, including Light, Oil, Vessels; and hence I give this general Interpretation Here, intending Particulars if need be afterwards: | cc-acp p-acp d n1 n2 vbr vvn pp-f p-acp n1, vvg n1, n1, n2; cc av pns11 vvb d j n1 av, vvg n2-j cs n1 vbb av: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 240 | Page 40 |
1216 | So that now I shall only raise this Point. SECT. II. | So that now I shall only raise this Point. SECT. II | av cst av pns11 vmb av-j vvi d n1. n1. crd | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 240 | Page 40 |
1217 | Doct. THat all those that are Espoused unto Christ, ought to be in a constant or continual readinesse to meet Christ, | Doct. THat all those that Are Espoused unto christ, ought to be in a constant or continual readiness to meet christ, | np1 cst d d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1, pi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 241 | Page 40 |
1218 | and to have immediate communion with Christ. | and to have immediate communion with christ. | cc pc-acp vhi j n1 p-acp np1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 241 | Page 40 |
1219 | A Woman may be Espoused to another, and yet she may be sometimes not ready to meet him, her foul apparel is on. | A Woman may be Espoused to Another, and yet she may be sometime not ready to meet him, her foul apparel is on. | dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-jn, cc av pns31 vmb vbi av xx j pc-acp vvi pno31, po31 j n1 vbz a-acp. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1222 | this is commanded by Christ, Mat. 24. 44. This was the mighty power of Gods Grace in Paul, when others were weeping to think of his Bonds, Why do you break my heart, I am ready not only to be bound, | this is commanded by christ, Mathew 24. 44. This was the mighty power of God's Grace in Paul, when Others were weeping to think of his Bonds, Why do you break my heart, I am ready not only to be bound, | d vbz vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd crd d vbds dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp np1, c-crq n2-jn vbdr vvg pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n2, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi po11 n1, pns11 vbm j xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1223 | but to dye for Christ, and so doubtlesse to be with Christ; | but to die for christ, and so doubtless to be with christ; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc av av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp np1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1224 | much more ready to meet Christ when ever he shall come, ready to welcome Death, much more ready to welcome Christ, Acts 21. 13. This also is the end of Iohns Ministry, Luke 1. 17. To make ready a people prepared for the Lord, to meet with Christ on earth; | much more ready to meet christ when ever he shall come, ready to welcome Death, much more ready to welcome christ, Acts 21. 13. This also is the end of Iohns Ministry, Lycia 1. 17. To make ready a people prepared for the Lord, to meet with christ on earth; | av-d av-dc j pc-acp vvi np1 c-crq av pns31 vmb vvi, j pc-acp vvi n1, av-d av-dc j pc-acp vvi np1, n2 crd crd np1 av vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av crd crd p-acp vvi av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1225 | now he is gone, our work is to prepare a people to meet the Lord in Heaven. | now he is gone, our work is to prepare a people to meet the Lord in Heaven. | av pns31 vbz vvn, po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1226 | Hence this is put in as the difference between Vessels of wrath, and Vessels of Glory: | Hence this is put in as the difference between Vessels of wrath, and Vessels of Glory: | av d vbz vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1227 | the one are fitted for destruction, the others are fitted, prepared, or made ready for Glory, | the one Are fitted for destruction, the Others Are fitted, prepared, or made ready for Glory, | dt pi vbr vvn p-acp n1, dt n2-jn vbr vvn, vvn, cc vvd j p-acp n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1228 | and the glory of a christian is chiefly to enjoy fellowship immediatly with Jesus Christ. | and the glory of a christian is chiefly to enjoy fellowship immediately with jesus christ. | cc dt n1 pp-f dt njp vbz av-jn pc-acp vvi n1 av-j p-acp np1 np1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1229 | There is many a soul dear unto Christ, and espoused to him, and hath his heart affected to think of the good time that is coming, | There is many a soul dear unto christ, and espoused to him, and hath his heart affected to think of the good time that is coming, | pc-acp vbz d dt n1 j-jn p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp pno31, cc vhz po31 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1 cst vbz vvg, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1230 | when we shall ever be with the Lord: | when we shall ever be with the Lord: | c-crq pns12 vmb av vbi p-acp dt n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1231 | but ask, are you ready •yet for to go to him, though it be through fires, waters, thorns, sorrows, death it self? who can say yes? but (say mens hearts) shut the Lord out a little longer, let not the door stand open yet; yet this must be: | but ask, Are you ready •yet for to go to him, though it be through fires, waters, thorns, sorrows, death it self? who can say yes? but (say men's hearts) shut the Lord out a little longer, let not the door stand open yet; yet this must be: | cc-acp vvb, vbr pn22 j n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cs pn31 vbb p-acp n2, n2, n2, n2, n1 pn31 n1? q-crq vmb vvi uh? cc-acp (vvi ng2 n2) vvd dt n1 av dt j av-jc, vvb xx dt n1 vvb j av; av d vmb vbi: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1232 | And therefore for explications sake let me, 1. shew you when the Soul is in a readinesse for the Lord Jesus. 2. The reasons why there must be a continual readinesse. SECT. III. | And Therefore for explications sake let me, 1. show you when the Soul is in a readiness for the Lord jesus. 2. The Reasons why there must be a continual readiness. SECT. III. | cc av p-acp n2 n1 vvb pno11, crd n1 pn22 c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. crd dt n2 c-crq a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1. n1. np1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 242 | Page 40 |
1233 | VVHen is the Soul in a readinesse to enjoy Christ? | When is the Soul in a readiness to enjoy christ? | q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1? | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 243 | Page 40 |
1234 | As there are four things which make a christian unready, |
As there Are four things which make a christian unready, so this readiness consists in Four things contrary. | c-acp a-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vvb dt njp j, av d n1 vvz p-acp crd n2 j-jn. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 244 | Page 40 |
1235 | 1. That which makes a christian unready for him, Are those strong fears, and jealousies, and damping doubts of the love of christ to him. | crd d r-crq vvz dt njp j p-acp pno31, vbr d j n2, cc n2, cc j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 40 | |
1236 | The soul happly hath made choice of him, is content with him, melts into wonderment and love to think that he should love him: | The soul haply hath made choice of him, is content with him, melts into wonderment and love to think that he should love him: | dt n1 av vhz vvn n1 pp-f pno31, vbz j p-acp pno31, vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 40 |
1237 | what me? and Christ hath writ him on his heart, and on the palms of his hands; | what me? and christ hath writ him on his heart, and on the palms of his hands; | r-crq pno11? cc np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 40 |
1238 | but Israel saith, my God hath forsaken me, my God hath forgotten me, Isai. 49. 14. Is it possible? is it credible? one that hath been so ville, one that still hath such a heart, | but Israel Says, my God hath forsaken me, my God hath forgotten me, Isaiah 49. 14. Is it possible? is it credible? one that hath been so ville, one that still hath such a heart, | p-acp np1 vvz, po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11, np1 crd crd vbz pn31 j? vbz pn31 j? pi cst vhz vbn av fw-fr, crd d av vhz d dt n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 40 |
1239 | for him to set his heart on me? surely no: hence the Soul is afraid to dye, and desires too much to live still: | for him to Set his heart on me? surely no: hence the Soul is afraid to die, and Desires too much to live still: | p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno11? av-j av-d: av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, cc vvz av av-d pc-acp vvi av: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 40 |
1240 | and the more he thinks of that time, and blessednesse of following the Lamb where-ever he goes; | and the more he thinks of that time, and blessedness of following the Lamb wherever he Goes; | cc dt av-dc pns31 vvz pp-f d n1, cc n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 j pns31 vvz; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 40 |
1241 | the more he sees and fears this may possibly never be my portion: | the more he sees and fears this may possibly never be my portion: | dt av-dc pns31 vvz cc vvz d vmb av-j av vbb po11 n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 40 |
1242 | there may be some falseness in my heart towards him that I never yet saw, some secret knot that was never yet unlosed: and hence not yet ready. | there may be Some falseness in my heart towards him that I never yet saw, Some secret knot that was never yet unclosed: and hence not yet ready. | pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 p-acp po11 n1 p-acp pno31 cst pns11 av-x av vvd, d j-jn n1 cst vbds av-x av j: cc av xx av j. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1243 | Hence many a christian saith, if I had a little more assurance, let him come when he will: | Hence many a christian Says, if I had a little more assurance, let him come when he will: | av d dt njp vvz, cs pns11 vhd dt j dc n1, vvb pno31 vvi c-crq pns31 vmb: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1244 | Thus some think it was with Hezekiah, who though he had walked before God with a perfect heart, yet bitterly complained that he was cut off, Isai. 38. per totum. So therefore then the soul is prepared & ready for him, | Thus Some think it was with Hezekiah, who though he had walked before God with a perfect heart, yet bitterly complained that he was Cut off, Isaiah 38. per totum. So Therefore then the soul is prepared & ready for him, | av d vvb pn31 vbds p-acp np1, r-crq c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, av av-j vvd cst pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, np1 crd fw-la fw-la. av av av dt n1 vbz vvn cc j p-acp pno31, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1245 | when he hath some comfortable assurance of the love of Christ towards him, that it can say, | when he hath Some comfortable assurance of the love of christ towards him, that it can say, | c-crq pns31 vhz d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cst pn31 vmb vvi, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1246 | if I live he loves me, though he kils me by Death, yet I know that he loves me: | if I live he loves me, though he kills me by Death, yet I know that he loves me: | cs pns11 vvb pns31 vvz pno11, cs pns31 vvz pno11 p-acp n1, av pns11 vvb cst pns31 vvz pno11: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1247 | nay, then he loves me mo•t, when he puts an end to my sins, and to my sorrows too? And therefore now saith as one ready to ceive a Prince, | nay, then he loves me mo•t, when he puts an end to my Sins, and to my sorrows too? And Therefore now Says as one ready to ceive a Prince, | uh-x, cs pns31 vvz pno11 av, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp po11 n2, cc p-acp po11 n2 av? cc av av vvz p-acp crd j pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1248 | now let him come to me, or send for me when he will: | now let him come to me, or send for me when he will: | av vvb pno31 vvi p-acp pno11, cc vvi p-acp pno11 c-crq pns31 vmb: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1249 | why so? Who can separate me from the love of Christ? Rom. 8. 35. That look as 'tis with a Souldier that is to go to war, where many bullets and arrows are like to fall about him, | why so? Who can separate me from the love of christ? Rom. 8. 35. That look as it's with a Soldier that is to go to war, where many bullets and arrows Are like to fallen about him, | c-crq av? q-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? np1 crd crd cst n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-crq d n2 cc n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1250 | and hit him while he hath no armour on; | and hit him while he hath no armour on; | cc vvd pno31 cs pns31 vhz dx n1 a-acp; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1251 | call him to the Captain, and he will say he is not ready yet, but when he hath his armour on of proof, | call him to the Captain, and he will say he is not ready yet, but when he hath his armour on of proof, | vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pns31 vbz xx j av, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhz po31 n1 a-acp pp-f n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1252 | and such armour that he knows let him receive never so many wounds, yet he shall escape with his life, | and such armour that he knows let him receive never so many wounds, yet he shall escape with his life, | cc d n1 cst pns31 vvz vvb pno31 vvi av-x av d n2, av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1253 | and triumph with his Captain afterward: | and triumph with his Captain afterwards: | cc vvi p-acp po31 n1 av: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1254 | Now give him but his watch-word he is ready, though never so weak, yet I am sure I shall escape with my life, | Now give him but his watchword he is ready, though never so weak, yet I am sure I shall escape with my life, | av vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vbz j, cs av-x av j, av pns11 vbm j pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1255 | nay not so much as hurt. So a christian wanting his assurance, wants his armour; | nay not so much as hurt. So a christian wanting his assurance, Wants his armour; | uh-x xx av av-d c-acp vvi. np1 dt njp vvg po31 n1, vvz po31 n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1256 | he is weak, and powers of darknesse will assault him, and he is slain by them, now he is unready: | he is weak, and Powers of darkness will assault him, and he is slave by them, now he is unready: | pns31 vbz j, cc n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31, cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, av pns31 vbz j: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1257 | but if assured, though weak and feeble, he is now at Christs watch-word, I know I shall live, I may fall, | but if assured, though weak and feeble, he is now At Christ watchword, I know I shall live, I may fallen, | cc-acp cs vvn, cs j cc j, pns31 vbz av p-acp npg1 n1, pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vvi, pns11 vmb vvi, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1258 | but I shall rise again, this puts courage and spirit into a christian, Dan. 3. 17, 18. Heb. 11. 35. Others were tormented, (and so ready) not accepting deliverance; why so? to obtain a better Resurrection, which they are s•id to see by the eye of Faith, | but I shall rise again, this puts courage and Spirit into a christian, Dan. 3. 17, 18. Hebrew 11. 35. Others were tormented, (and so ready) not accepting deliverance; why so? to obtain a better Resurrection, which they Are s•id to see by the eye of Faith, | cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av, d vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp dt njp, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd ng2-jn vbdr vvn, (cc av j) xx vvg n1; c-crq av? p-acp vvi dt jc n1, r-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1259 | and this was by poor weak Women; therefore labour for this, else not prepared. | and this was by poor weak Women; Therefore labour for this, Else not prepared. | cc d vbds p-acp j j n2; av n1 p-acp d, av xx vvn. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1260 | The Lord would have his people look death and dangers in the face, and triumph in sorrows, | The Lord would have his people look death and dangers in the face, and triumph in sorrows, | dt n1 vmd vhi po31 n1 vvi n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp n2, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1261 | and not faint-hearted, (which cannot be done without this) that the world may see that there is more than men in them, 2 Cor. 4. 16, 17, 18. and 5. 1. who would be without this? yet may we not complain, | and not fainthearted, (which cannot be done without this) that the world may see that there is more than men in them, 2 Cor. 4. 16, 17, 18. and 5. 1. who would be without this? yet may we not complain, | cc xx j, (r-crq vmbx vbb vdn p-acp d) cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pc-acp vbz dc cs n2 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc crd crd r-crq vmd vbi p-acp d? av vmb pns12 xx vvi, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1262 | as Christ of his Disciples, Oh foolish and slow of heart to believe all that is written, so many promises yet not assured, | as christ of his Disciples, O foolish and slow of heart to believe all that is written, so many promises yet not assured, | c-acp np1 pp-f po31 n2, uh j cc j pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d cst vbz vvn, av d n2 av xx vvn, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1263 | so many experiences yet not established, and therefore not yet prepared and ready for the coming of the Lord. | so many experiences yet not established, and Therefore not yet prepared and ready for the coming of the Lord. | av d n2 av xx vvn, cc av xx av vvn cc j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1264 | A man that hath a fair estate and house befallen him, so long as he is in Suit for it, dares not dwell in it, | A man that hath a fair estate and house befallen him, so long as he is in Suit for it, dares not dwell in it, | dt n1 cst vhz dt j n1 cc n1 vvn pno31, av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, vvz xx vvi p-acp pn31, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1265 | but makes a shift where he is: but then he is ready when quiet possession is given him. | but makes a shift where he is: but then he is ready when quiet possession is given him. | cc-acp vvz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz: cc-acp cs pns31 vbz j c-crq j-jn n1 vbz vvn pno31. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1266 | So get the Lord to passe sentence for assurance of your everlasting habitation, then are you re•dy to dwell therein. | So get the Lord to pass sentence for assurance of your everlasting habitation, then Are you re•dy to dwell therein. | av vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po22 j n1, av vbr pn22 j pc-acp vvi av. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 245 | Page 41 |
1267 | 2. Then a man is unprepared for the Lord Jesus his coming, while he wants affe•tions suitable to the Majesty, | 2. Then a man is unprepared for the Lord jesus his coming, while he Wants affe•tions suitable to the Majesty, | crd av dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 np1 po31 n-vvg, cs pns31 vvz n2 j p-acp dt n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1268 | and according to the worth and love of the Lord Jesus: | and according to the worth and love of the Lord jesus: | cc vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1269 | Suppose a Woman knows her Husbands love, yet if she have lost her love to him, | Suppose a Woman knows her Husbands love, yet if she have lost her love to him, | vvb dt n1 vvz po31 ng1 n1, av cs pns31 vhb vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno31, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1270 | or if she love him, 'tis only as she loves another man, not according to the wo•th of her Husbands person, | or if she love him, it's only as she loves Another man, not according to the wo•th of her Husbands person, | cc cs pns31 vvb pno31, pn31|vbz j c-acp pns31 vvz j-jn n1, xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1271 | or the greatnesse of his love: | or the greatness of his love: | cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1272 | Is she fit now to ap•ear before him, when no heart to receive him? so although you question not Christs love to you, | Is she fit now to ap•ear before him, when no heart to receive him? so although you question not Christ love to you, | vbz pns31 j av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, c-crq dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31? av cs pn22 vvb xx npg1 n1 p-acp pn22, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1273 | & thank God you doubt little of it, yet where is your heart? your love to him? have you not lost your love, your first love, | & thank God you doubt little of it, yet where is your heart? your love to him? have you not lost your love, your First love, | cc vvb np1 pn22 vvb j pp-f pn31, av q-crq vbz po22 n1? po22 n1 p-acp pno31? vhb pn22 xx vvn po22 n1, po22 ord n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1274 | or second love? if you have love, is it not divided to other things, | or second love? if you have love, is it not divided to other things, | cc ord n1? cs pn22 vhb n1, vbz pn31 xx vvn p-acp j-jn n2, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1275 | as Wife, Child, Friends, hopes of provision for them, and too much care hereupon for that? or if you do love him, 'tis with a carnal love, he hath no more than a lust hath had, | as Wife, Child, Friends, hope's of provision for them, and too much care hereupon for that? or if you do love him, it's with a carnal love, he hath no more than a lust hath had, | c-acp n1, n1, n2, n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, cc av d n1 av p-acp d? cc cs pn22 vdb vvi pno31, pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vhz dx dc cs dt n1 vhz vhn, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1276 | and it may be not so much, 'tis with a cold love; now you are unfit for him: | and it may be not so much, it's with a cold love; now you Are unfit for him: | cc pn31 vmb vbi xx av av-d, pn31|vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1; av pn22 vbr j p-acp pno31: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1277 | hence the Lord, Luke 21. 34. Take heed your hearts be not overcharged, 1 Pet. 4. 7. Now therefore then the soul is prepared to meet Christ, | hence the Lord, Lycia 21. 34. Take heed your hearts be not overcharged, 1 Pet. 4. 7. Now Therefore then the soul is prepared to meet christ, | av dt n1, av crd crd vvb n1 po22 n2 vbb xx vvn, crd np1 crd crd av av av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi np1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1278 | when if the soul hath lost its affections, it recovers them out of the hands of all creatures that stole them away from Christ; | when if the soul hath lost its affections, it recovers them out of the hands of all creatures that stole them away from christ; | c-crq cs dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n2, pn31 vvz pno32 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n2 cst vvd pno32 av p-acp np1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1279 | and hence David prayes, Oh spare that I may recover my strength: | and hence David prays, O spare that I may recover my strength: | cc av np1 vvz, uh vvb cst pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1280 | and when it breaks out with such love unto Christ as is fitting for him, 2 Tim. 4. 8. There is the righteo•s Judge ready to give the Crown, | and when it breaks out with such love unto christ as is fitting for him, 2 Tim. 4. 8. There is the righteo•s Judge ready to give the Crown, | cc c-crq pn31 vvz av p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 c-acp vbz vvg p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt ng1 n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 41 |
1281 | when Christs appe•ring is loved, i. e. they are so taken with him, as that they love the looks of him, it would rejoyce my heart to see, which shall make others tremble to behold him; | when Christ appe•ring is loved, i. e. they Are so taken with him, as that they love the looks of him, it would rejoice my heart to see, which shall make Others tremble to behold him; | c-crq npg1 n1 vbz vvn, sy. sy. pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp cst pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f pno31, pn31 vmd vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq vmb vvi n2-jn vvb pc-acp vvi pno31; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1282 | Oh it must be a dear love, a spring of running love without measure, for this is the difference between affection• of Saints and Hypocrites to Christ, the one arise•h like a morning dew which is soon lickt up by the Sun, Hos. 6. 4. the heat of affection• after other things licks it up; | O it must be a dear love, a spring of running love without measure, for this is the difference between affection• of Saints and Hypocrites to christ, the one arise•h like a morning due which is soon licked up by the Sun, Hos. 6. 4. the heat of affection• After other things licks it up; | uh pn31 vmb vbi dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, dt crd n1 av-j dt n1 j-jn r-crq vbz av vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n2 vvz pn31 a-acp; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1283 | but the love of Saints to Christ is like a spring which riseth to everlasting life: | but the love of Saints to christ is like a spring which Riseth to everlasting life: | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 vbz av-j dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp j n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1284 | a spring is but little, but yet the f•rther it goes, the wider 'tis, till at last swallowed up in the Sun, | a spring is but little, but yet the f•rther it Goes, the wider it's, till At last swallowed up in the Sun, | dt n1 vbz p-acp j, cc-acp av dt jc pn31 vvz, dt jc pn31|vbz, c-acp p-acp ord vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1285 | and there is no measure of water: | and there is no measure of water: | cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1286 | so Saints have but a little love, but the longer they live, the more enlarged for Christ, | so Saints have but a little love, but the longer they live, the more enlarged for christ, | av n2 vhb p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp dt jc pns32 vvb, dt av-dc vvn p-acp np1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1287 | and there is no measure, but all is too little, they never can, never do love enough, | and there is no measure, but all is too little, they never can, never do love enough, | cc pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp d vbz av j, pns32 av-x vmb, av vdb vvi av-d, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1288 | so that look as 'tis said in another case, Psalm 102. 13, 14. ' Tis time for thee to build up Ierusalem, i. e. | so that look as it's said in Another case, Psalm 102. 13, 14. ' This time for thee to built up Ierusalem, i. e. | av cst vvb c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n1, n1 crd crd, crd ' pn31|vbz n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi a-acp np1, uh. sy. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1289 | to return to thy people in thy Ordinances, for they love the stones; so then it's time for Chri•t to come, | to return to thy people in thy Ordinances, for they love the stones; so then it's time for Chri•t to come, | pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n2; av av pn31|vbz n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1290 | and then the set and fit time is come for a •eople to meet with Christ out of Ordinances, | and then the Set and fit time is come for a •eople to meet with christ out of Ordinances, | cc av dt n1 cc j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av pp-f n2, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1291 | when the set time is come when they love Ordinances, and love Christ much more. | when the Set time is come when they love Ordinances, and love christ much more. | c-crq dt j-vvn n1 vbz vvn c-crq pns32 vvb n2, cc n1 np1 av-d av-dc. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1292 | When a man is gone beyond Se•, and all his Friends and estate are at home, they long for him, | When a man is gone beyond Se•, and all his Friends and estate Are At home, they long for him, | c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc d po31 n2 cc n1 vbr p-acp n1-an, pns32 av-j p-acp pno31, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1293 | and he is left among enemies: | and he is left among enemies: | cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1294 | why comes he not to them? why send not they for him? why they know he is sickly, | why comes he not to them? why send not they for him? why they know he is sickly, | q-crq vvz pns31 xx p-acp pno32? q-crq vvi xx pns32 p-acp pno31? c-crq pns32 vvb pns31 vbz j, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1295 | and cannot live on the dyer of the country; | and cannot live on the dyer of the country; | cc vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1296 | hence he is unfit to come, but when that is once come to passe that he can live only on it, | hence he is unfit to come, but when that is once come to pass that he can live only on it, | av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-crq d vbz a-acp vvn pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pn31, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1297 | then he is ready when-ever they send: so when men can live with, and be content alone with Christ and his love, now they are fi. | then he is ready whenever they send: so when men can live with, and be content alone with christ and his love, now they Are Fi. | cs pns31 vbz j j pns32 vvb: av c-crq n2 vmb vvi p-acp, cc vbi j av-j p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, av pns32 vbr n2. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1298 | With what face can a man appear before Christ, when he requires nothing but love, and he hath not that. | With what face can a man appear before christ, when he requires nothing but love, and he hath not that. | p-acp r-crq n1 vmb dt n1 vvi p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvz pix cc-acp n1, cc pns31 vhz xx d. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 246 | Page 42 |
1299 | 3. Then a man is unready for Christ, whiles he neglects the work of Christ, | 3. Then a man is unready for christ, while he neglects the work of christ, | crd av dt n1 vbz j p-acp np1, cs pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1300 | for suppose a man hath some inward love to Christ, yet neglects & hath no heart to do the work of Christ: | for suppose a man hath Some inward love to christ, yet neglects & hath no heart to do the work of christ: | c-acp vvb dt n1 vhz d j n1 p-acp np1, av vvz cc vhz dx n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1301 | he is as yet no more fit to meet Christ, than a Steward who hath had much betrusted him, to improve for his Lords use, | he is as yet no more fit to meet christ, than a Steward who hath had much betrusted him, to improve for his lords use, | pns31 vbz a-acp av av-dx av-dc j pc-acp vvi np1, cs dt n1 r-crq vhz vhn d vvd pno31, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 vvi, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1302 | and he hath let all seasons go wherein he might have traded for him, and gained somewhat to him. | and he hath let all seasons go wherein he might have traded for him, and gained somewhat to him. | cc pns31 vhz vvn d n2 vvb c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvd av p-acp pno31. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1303 | How can he appear before him when no fair accounts to be seen; | How can he appear before him when no fair accounts to be seen; | q-crq vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno31 c-crq dx j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1304 | so the Lord hath betrusted thee with many Talents, time•, strength, means, &c. & you are not Lords, but Stewards of all these. | so the Lord hath betrusted thee with many Talents, time•, strength, means, etc. & you Are not lords, but Stewards of all these. | av dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp d n2, n1, n1, n2, av cc pn22 vbr xx n2, cc-acp n2 pp-f d d. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1305 | Now do you not let many fair season• and winds blow by, you have (if espoused to Christ) every man some work. | Now do you not let many fair season• and winds blow by, you have (if espoused to christ) every man Some work. | av vdb pn22 xx vvi d j n1 cc n2 vvb p-acp, pn22 vhb (cs vvn p-acp np1) d n1 d n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1306 | Now how can you stand before Christ if that be neglected. Oh thus 'tis with many christians; | Now how can you stand before christ if that be neglected. O thus it's with many Christians; | av q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp np1 cs d vbb vvn. uh av pn31|vbz p-acp d njpg2; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1307 | hence those sad ala••ms of conscience, and shakings of Gods Spirit, after many loose d•yes dipt in some good duties. | hence those sad ala••ms of conscience, and shakings of God's Spirit, After many lose d•yes dipped in Some good duties. | av d j n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp d j n2 vvn p-acp d j n2. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1308 | What dost thou that others do not that never shall see Gods face in Heaven? | What dost thou that Others do not that never shall see God's face in Heaven? | q-crq vd2 pns21 d n2-jn vdb xx cst av vmb vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1? | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 247 | Page 42 |
1309 | Now therefore then the soul is ready for the Lord, when 'tis daily at it, finishing Gods work: | Now Therefore then the soul is ready for the Lord, when it's daily At it, finishing God's work: | av av av dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31|vbz av-j p-acp pn31, vvg npg1 n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1310 | hence Iohn 17. 5. I have finished my work, now glorifie me: | hence John 17. 5. I have finished my work, now Glorify me: | av np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, av vvi pno11: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1311 | Christ hath given us our lives, work, dayes-work, every hours work, for Christ hath ever e•ployment; | christ hath given us our lives, work, Day's work, every hours work, for christ hath ever e•ployment; | np1 vhz vvn pno12 po12 n2, n1, n1, d n2 vvi, c-acp np1 vhz av n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1312 | now though a soul may livelong, and cannot finish its lives work, yet if it finish its dayes work, | now though a soul may livelong, and cannot finish its lives work, yet if it finish its days work, | av cs dt n1 vmb j, cc vmbx vvi po31 n2 vvi, av cs pn31 vvb po31 ng1 n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1313 | or hours work, it may have comfort then if the Lord should come. | or hours work, it may have Comfort then if the Lord should come. | cc n2 vvb, pn31 vmb vhi n1 av cs dt n1 vmd vvi. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1314 | That look as 'tis with a Marriner when he hath his Fraight, now let the wind come to drive him out of the Haven, he is ready to depart: | That look as it's with a Mariner when he hath his Fraught, now let the wind come to drive him out of the Haven, he is ready to depart: | cst n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhz po31 vvn, av vvb dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1315 | so here, 2 Pet. 1. 8, 9, 10, 11. If ye do these things, and abound, | so Here, 2 Pet. 1. 8, 9, 10, 11. If you do these things, and abound, | av av, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd cs pn22 vdb d n2, cc vvi, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1316 | an open entrance shall be ministred unto you, i. e. | an open Entrance shall be ministered unto you, i. e. | dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, uh. sy. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1317 | when a christian is ever acting for Christ, and adding one Grace to another in his course, | when a christian is ever acting for christ, and adding one Grace to Another in his course, | c-crq dt njp vbz av vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg crd n1 p-acp j-jn p-acp po31 n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1318 | then he is so ready that an open entrance is made for him: Therefore look after this. | then he is so ready that an open Entrance is made for him: Therefore look After this. | cs pns31 vbz av j cst dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31: av vvb p-acp d. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1319 | 'Tis with most Professors commonly, as 'tis with a Woman that loves her Husband, and begins to dresse her self, | It's with most Professors commonly, as it's with a Woman that loves her Husband, and begins to dress her self, | pn31|vbz p-acp ds n2 av-j, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vvz po31 n1, cc vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1320 | but so much businesse to do, that she doth it but by starts; | but so much business to do, that she does it but by starts; | cc-acp av d n1 pc-acp vdi, cst pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp p-acp n2; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1321 | hence call her never so la•e, she will say she is not yet ready, she hath so much to do she cannot; so 'tis here: | hence call her never so la•e, she will say she is not yet ready, she hath so much to do she cannot; so it's Here: | av vvb pno31 av-x av j, pns31 vmb vvi pns31 vbz xx av j, pns31 vhz av av-d pc-acp vdi pns31 vmbx; av pn31|vbz av: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1322 | Or as 'tis in a house where all things are in a lumber, and many things wrapt up and put into holes, | Or as it's in a house where all things Are in a lumber, and many things wrapped up and put into holes, | cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 c-crq d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc d n2 vvn a-acp cc vvi p-acp n2, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1323 | so long as all things be in a lumber, there is no readinesse. | so long as all things be in a lumber, there is no readiness. | av av-j c-acp d n2 vbb p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1324 | So many a soul hath a heart fit to receive Christ, but all things are in a lumber, in a confusion, out of place and order, | So many a soul hath a heart fit to receive christ, but all things Are in a lumber, in a confusion, out of place and order, | av d dt n1 vhz dt n1 j pc-acp vvi np1, cc-acp d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, av pp-f n1 cc n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1325 | and hence not yet ready to entertain Christ, but when this work is done, then ready. | and hence not yet ready to entertain christ, but when this work is done, then ready. | cc av xx av j pc-acp vvi np1, cc-acp c-crq d n1 vbz vdn, av j. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 248 | Page 42 |
1327 | 4. Then a man is unready, when having done his work he grows puft up with it: | 4. Then a man is unready, when having done his work he grows puffed up with it: | crd av dt n1 vbz j, c-crq vhg vdn po31 n1 pns31 vvz vvn a-acp p-acp pn31: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1328 | for let all the three former be wrought in the soul, if now the soul be puft up, thinks highly of it self, attributes any thing to it self: | for let all the three former be wrought in the soul, if now the soul be puffed up, thinks highly of it self, attributes any thing to it self: | p-acp vvi d dt crd j vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cs av dt n1 vbb vvn a-acp, vvz av-j pp-f pn31 n1, n2 d n1 p-acp pn31 n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1329 | as he said in another case, they are too many for the Lord; so he is too big for the Lord. | as he said in Another case, they Are too many for the Lord; so he is too big for the Lord. | c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn n1, pns32 vbr av d c-acp dt n1; av pns31 vbz av j c-acp dt n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1330 | And truly this we shall find it's pretty easie to be mean in our own eyes, | And truly this we shall find it's pretty easy to be mean in our own eyes, | cc av-j d pns12 vmb vvi pn31|vbz j j pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 d n2, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1331 | after we have been indeed carelesse and vile before the Lord; | After we have been indeed careless and vile before the Lord; | c-acp pns12 vhb vbn av j cc j p-acp dt n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1332 | but when the Lord hath mightily assisted, enlarged, assured, enabled, comforted, quickened, now to be as nothing, this is difficult. | but when the Lord hath mightily assisted, enlarged, assured, enabled, comforted, quickened, now to be as nothing, this is difficult. | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz av-j vvn, vvn, vvn, vvn, vvn, vvn, av pc-acp vbi c-acp pix, d vbz j. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1333 | Hence Knox on his death-bed had this Temptation of Meriting. | Hence Knox on his deathbed had this Temptation of Meriting. | av np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhd d n1 pp-f vvg. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1334 | When Hezekiah was sick, he was cast down, but when well, and God gave him great Treasures, his heart was lifted up; now he was unfit. | When Hezekiah was sick, he was cast down, but when well, and God gave him great Treasures, his heart was lifted up; now he was unfit. | c-crq np1 vbds j, pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, cc-acp c-crq av, cc np1 vvd pno31 j n2, po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp; av pns31 vbds j. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1335 | Now therefore when a christian is ready to give all to free Grace, and to adore that, | Now Therefore when a christian is ready to give all to free Grace, and to adore that, | av av c-crq dt njp vbz j pc-acp vvi d p-acp j n1, cc pc-acp vvi d, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1336 | now he is ready for the Lord, Psalm 108. 1. My heart is prepared, I will sing 〈 ◊ 〉 give praise. | now he is ready for the Lord, Psalm 108. 1. My heart is prepared, I will sing 〈 ◊ 〉 give praise. | av pns31 vbz j p-acp dt n1, n1 crd crd po11 n1 vbz vvn, pns11 vmb vvi 〈 sy 〉 vvb n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1337 | Gods last end is to bring the soul to the praise of the riches of his Grace, not only to enjoy God as Adam. Now the great reason why Christ comes not to his people presently after they are espoused to him, 'tis to make them ready to attain that end. | God's last end is to bring the soul to the praise of the riches of his Grace, not only to enjoy God as Adam. Now the great reason why christ comes not to his people presently After they Are espoused to him, it's to make them ready to attain that end. | npg1 ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp np1. av dt j n1 c-crq np1 vvz xx p-acp po31 n1 av-j c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 j pc-acp vvi d n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1338 | Hence he leaves sins, temptations, sorrows, desertions, on purpose that they may at conclusion look back, | Hence he leaves Sins, temptations, sorrows, desertions, on purpose that they may At conclusion look back, | av pns31 vvz n2, n2, n2, n2, p-acp n1 cst pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvb av, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1339 | and see if ever saved, pardoned, it's Grace. | and see if ever saved, pardoned, it's Grace. | cc vvb cs av vvn, vvn, pn31|vbz n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1340 | Now therefore when the soul is brought to do this, when he hath this rent in his hand, | Now Therefore when the soul is brought to do this, when he hath this rend in his hand, | av av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi d, c-crq pns31 vhz d vvn p-acp po31 n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1341 | now the Lord is ready to receive him, and it too, and he is prepared for the Lord: | now the Lord is ready to receive him, and it too, and he is prepared for the Lord: | av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pn31 av, cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1342 | he that hath not his Rent ready, himself is not as yet at all ready to meet with, and see his Landlord. | he that hath not his Rend ready, himself is not as yet At all ready to meet with, and see his Landlord. | pns31 cst vhz xx po31 n1 j, px31 vbz xx c-acp av p-acp d j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi po31 n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1343 | So that you think you boast not, Oh the Lord sees you do, or have not hearts so enlarged towards Grace as you should, it's certain you are yet unready then, | So that you think you boast not, O the Lord sees you do, or have not hearts so enlarged towards Grace as you should, it's certain you Are yet unready then, | av cst pn22 vvb pn22 vvb xx, uh dt n1 vvz pn22 vdb, cc vhb xx n2 av vvn p-acp n1 c-acp pn22 vmd, pn31|vbz j pn22 vbr av j av, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1344 | but when empty, and poor, and cast down, and makest an infinite matter of a small sin, | but when empty, and poor, and cast down, and Makest an infinite matter of a small since, | cc-acp c-crq j, cc j, cc vvd a-acp, cc vv2 dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1345 | and settest a high price on a little love much more on infinite, now you are prepared: | and settest a high price on a little love much more on infinite, now you Are prepared: | cc vv2 dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 av-d av-dc p-acp j, av pn22 vbr vvn: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1346 | Hence David falls a praising when near to death, and the Lord near to come to him. SECT. IV. 1. THe law of Respect and Love requires this of us: | Hence David falls a praising when near to death, and the Lord near to come to him. SECT. IV. 1. THe law of Respect and Love requires this of us: | av np1 vvz dt vvg c-crq av-j p-acp n1, cc dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. n1. np1 crd dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz d pp-f pno12: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 249 | Page 43 |
1347 | when Peter would expresse his love unto Christ, |
when Peter would express his love unto christ, Lycia 22. 33. he Professes he was not only ready to go to prison, but to die with him. | c-crq np1 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1, av crd crd pns31 vvz pns31 vbds xx av-j j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 250 | Page 43 |
1348 | Christ hath poor respect and love if men will not so much as be alway ready to receive him: | christ hath poor respect and love if men will not so much as be always ready to receive him: | np1 vhz j n1 cc vvb cs n2 vmb xx av av-d c-acp vbb av j pc-acp vvi pno31: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 250 | Page 43 |
1349 | it certainly argues a carelesse heart that sleights Chr•st, that is not ever prepared to receive Christ. | it Certainly argues a careless heart that sleights Chr•st, that is not ever prepared to receive christ. | pn31 av-j vvz dt j n1 cst n2 vvb, cst vbz xx av vvn pc-acp vvi np1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 250 | Page 43 |
1350 | 2. Because the time of Christs coming is then when we least look for him, vers. 13. Hence a christian ought to be ever ready to receive him. | 2. Because the time of Christ coming is then when we least look for him, vers. 13. Hence a christian ought to be ever ready to receive him. | crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg vbz av c-crq pns12 ds vvb p-acp pno31, fw-la. crd av dt njp vmd pc-acp vbi av j pc-acp vvi pno31. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 251 | Page 43 |
1351 | Many of eminent parts, when the Church had most need of them, then are cut down: | Many of eminent parts, when the Church had most need of them, then Are Cut down: | av-d pp-f j n2, c-crq dt n1 vhd av-ds n1 pp-f pno32, av vbr vvn a-acp: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 251 | Page 43 |
1352 | Many at their first conversion, before they or others almost could tell what to make of them, the Lord hath cropt them in the bud. | Many At their First conversion, before they or Others almost could tell what to make of them, the Lord hath cropped them in the bud. | d p-acp po32 ord n1, c-acp pns32 cc n2-jn av vmd vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32, dt n1 vhz vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 251 | Page 43 |
1353 | Men find their hearts unfit and unready, they think hereupon that hereafter they shall get their hearts into better order and tune, | Men find their hearts unfit and unready, they think hereupon that hereafter they shall get their hearts into better order and tune, | np1 vvb po32 n2 j cc j, pns32 vvb av cst av pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp jc n1 cc n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 251 | Page 43 |
1354 | when these businesses are over, but yet will live at liberty a little while: | when these businesses Are over, but yet will live At liberty a little while: | c-crq d n2 vbr a-acp, cc-acp av vmb vvi p-acp n1 dt j n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 251 | Page 43 |
1355 | why then it's most likely is the Lords time of coming, even now when they think least of it, Luke 12. 40. | why then it's most likely is the lords time of coming, even now when they think least of it, Lycia 12. 40. | c-crq av pn31|vbz av-ds j vbz dt ng1 n1 pp-f vvg, av av c-crq pns32 vvb ds pp-f pn31, av crd crd | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 251 | Page 43 |
1356 | 3. Because the Lord hath set apart every one that is espoused to the Lord Jesus, only for the fruition of Christ, | 3. Because the Lord hath Set apart every one that is espoused to the Lord jesus, only for the fruition of christ, | crd p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn av d pi cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 43 |
1357 | and use of Christ, 1 Cor. 3. ult. You are Christs, and Christ is Gods. A Woman that is not chosen, | and use of christ, 1 Cor. 3. ult. You Are Christ, and christ is God's A Woman that is not chosen, | cc n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd n1. pn22 vbr npg1, cc np1 vbz n2 dt n1 cst vbz xx vvn, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 43 |
1358 | nor set apart for the fellowship of a Prince, she may go how she will, and do what she will, any base drudgery work; | nor Set apart for the fellowship of a Prince, she may go how she will, and do what she will, any base drudgery work; | ccx vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vmb, cc vdb r-crq pns31 vmb, d j n1 vvi; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 43 |
1359 | but she that is chosen to be next unto him, and only to behold and love him, she is not to plead she hath so much businesse to do, | but she that is chosen to be next unto him, and only to behold and love him, she is not to plead she hath so much business to do, | cc-acp pns31 cst vbz vvn pc-acp vbi ord p-acp pno31, cc av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi pns31 vhz av d n1 pc-acp vdi, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 43 |
1360 | and so many Friends to speak with, that she cannot make her self ready: she is set apart for a better person, and for more noble employment. | and so many Friends to speak with, that she cannot make her self ready: she is Set apart for a better person, and for more noble employment. | cc av d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cst pns31 vmbx vvi po31 n1 j: pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt jc n1, cc p-acp av-dc j n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 43 |
1361 | So here men of the world not loved of God, nor chosen and set apart for him, may do what they will; | So Here men of the world not loved of God, nor chosen and Set apart for him, may do what they will; | av av n2 pp-f dt n1 xx vvn pp-f np1, ccx vvn cc vvn av p-acp pno31, vmb vdi r-crq pns32 vmb; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 43 |
1362 | but when the Lord hath chosen and set you apart of purpose for this end, Ephes. 1. 4. Chosen to be holy before him in love, i. e. | but when the Lord hath chosen and Set you apart of purpose for this end, Ephesians 1. 4. Chosen to be holy before him in love, i. e. | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn cc vvn pn22 av pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, uh. sy. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1363 | to stand ever in his presence before him, with a spirit of dearest love unto him. | to stand ever in his presence before him, with a Spirit of dearest love unto him. | pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f js-jn n1 p-acp pno31. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1364 | Hence the Lord hath taken the care of all things else, 1 Pet. 5. 7. that we might mind and do this thing; | Hence the Lord hath taken the care of all things Else, 1 Pet. 5. 7. that we might mind and do this thing; | av dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f d n2 av, crd np1 crd crd cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vdb d n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1365 | It in danger, he will deliver, if in want, he will provi•e, if weak, he will strengthen, only no• be ready for the Lord, Psalm 45. 10. Forget thy Country, and thy Fathers house, | It in danger, he will deliver, if in want, he will provi•e, if weak, he will strengthen, only no• be ready for the Lord, Psalm 45. 10. Forget thy Country, and thy Father's house, | pn31 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi, cs p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi, cs j, pns31 vmb vvi, j n1 vbb j p-acp dt n1, n1 crd crd vvb po21 n1, cc po21 ng1 n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1366 | so shall the Lord desire thy beauty. | so shall the Lord desire thy beauty. | av vmb dt n1 vvb po21 n1. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1367 | You are not now free to love and follow whom you please, the Lord hath bound you to himself by love, | You Are not now free to love and follow whom you please, the Lord hath bound you to himself by love, | pn22 vbr xx av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq pn22 vvb, dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp px31 p-acp n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1369 | Therefore now a christian after once espoused to Christ, is better than all the world, being the Bride of the Lamb; | Therefore now a christian After once espoused to christ, is better than all the world, being the Bride of the Lamb; | av av dt njp p-acp a-acp vvn p-acp np1, vbz jc cs d dt n1, vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1370 | and he hath a better and greater good for to enjoy: | and he hath a better and greater good for to enjoy: | cc pns31 vhz dt jc cc jc j p-acp pc-acp vvi: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1371 | therefore he should scorn and abhor to march himself to, or to do any thing for any other creature; | Therefore he should scorn and abhor to march himself to, or to do any thing for any other creature; | av pns31 vmd vvi cc vvb pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp, cc pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp d j-jn n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1372 | and therefore methinks should sit as one upon a watch-tower, looking out, and telling the clock now day is near, waiting only for Christ, Oh let it be so: | and Therefore methinks should fit as one upon a watchtower, looking out, and telling the clock now day is near, waiting only for christ, O let it be so: | cc av vvz vmd vvi c-acp pi p-acp dt n1, vvg av, cc vvg dt n1 av n1 vbz j, vvg av-j p-acp np1, uh vvb pn31 vbi av: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1373 | If in Heaven, you shall have only Christ ▪ Oh prepare for him much more now. | If in Heaven, you shall have only christ ▪ O prepare for him much more now. | cs p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vhi j np1 ▪ uh vvb p-acp pno31 av-d av-dc av. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1374 | As a Woman that is Ma•cht to a rich man, all the servants attend on her, | As a Woman that is Ma•cht to a rich man, all the Servants attend on her, | p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, d dt n2 vvb p-acp pno31, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1375 | and follow her, she is wholly and only for her Husband: so it should be here. | and follow her, she is wholly and only for her Husband: so it should be Here. | cc vvi pno31, pns31 vbz av-jn cc av-j p-acp po31 n1: av pn31 vmd vbi av. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 252 | Page 44 |
1376 | 4. Because he hath prepared and made all things else ready for the soul, it's hard if he hath prepared a place in Heaven, | 4. Because he hath prepared and made all things Else ready for the soul, it's hard if he hath prepared a place in Heaven, | crd p-acp pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd d n2 av j p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz j cs pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 253 | Page 44 |
1377 | and Grace in Heaven, not to prepare an heart, and make it ready for him, Iohn 14. 1, 2, 3. his Kingdom was ready long ago, | and Grace in Heaven, not to prepare an heart, and make it ready for him, John 14. 1, 2, 3. his Kingdom was ready long ago, | cc n1 p-acp n1, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi pn31 j p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd po31 n1 vbds j av-j av, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 253 | Page 44 |
1378 | and his Father ready to accept and entertain thee, and his heart loves and desires, all are ready after thee: | and his Father ready to accept and entertain thee, and his heart loves and Desires, all Are ready After thee: | cc po31 n1 j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21, cc po31 n1 vvz cc n2, d vbr j p-acp pno21: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 253 | Page 44 |
1379 | hence be ready to meet with him. I am my Beloveds. SECT. V. | hence be ready to meet with him. I am my Beloveds. SECT. V. | av vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. pns11 vbm po11 ng1-vvn. n1. n1 | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 253 | Page 44 |
1380 | HEnce see the great unkindnesse of many a soul immediatly after his espousing to Jesus Christ, |
HEnce see the great unkindness of many a soul immediately After his espousing to jesus christ, who having once given himself to christ, | av vvi dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1 av-j p-acp po31 vvg p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vhg a-acp vvn px31 p-acp np1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 254 | Page 44 |
1381 | and received comfort thereby, presently grows more carelesse than before he was matcht unto the Lord Jesus, who should now stand in a holy watchfulnesse and readinesse to receive Christ, | and received Comfort thereby, presently grows more careless than before he was matched unto the Lord jesus, who should now stand in a holy watchfulness and readiness to receive christ, | cc vvd n1 av, av-j vvz av-dc j cs a-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, r-crq vmd av vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi np1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 254 | Page 44 |
1382 | as 'tis Psalm 85. 8. Let them not turn again to folly, because they are very apt so to do. | as it's Psalm 85. 8. Let them not turn again to folly, Because they Are very apt so to do. | c-acp pn31|vbz n1 crd crd vvb pno32 xx vvi av p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vbr av j av pc-acp vdi. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 254 | Page 44 |
1383 | Many say when in some distresse, and after long waiting, if the Lord would pitty once, then happy I; | Many say when in Some distress, and After long waiting, if the Lord would pity once, then happy I; | av-d vvb c-crq p-acp d n1, cc c-acp av-j vvg, cs dt n1 vmd vvi a-acp, av j pns11; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 254 | Page 44 |
1384 | I would give away any thing, all I h•ve unto him• •well, the Lord pitties; | I would give away any thing, all I h•ve unto him• •well, the Lord pities; | pns11 vmd vvi av d n1, d pns11 vhb p-acp n1 n1, dt n1 vvz; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 254 | Page 44 |
1385 | the soul when in its low estate, and then it blesseth God, but like the Israelites, soon forgets his works, his love, | the soul when in its low estate, and then it Blesses God, but like the Israelites, soon forgets his works, his love, | dt n1 c-crq p-acp po31 j n1, cc av pn31 vvz np1, cc-acp av-j dt np2, av vvz po31 n2, po31 n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 254 | Page 44 |
1386 | and after great peace from God, comes greatest carelesnesse: can this stand with Grace, and Christ? very hardly; | and After great peace from God, comes greatest carelessness: can this stand with Grace, and christ? very hardly; | cc p-acp j n1 p-acp np1, vvz js n1: vmb d vvi p-acp n1, cc np1? av av; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 254 | Page 44 |
1387 | but yet it may, for there are Two things that make for it. | but yet it may, for there Are Two things that make for it. | cc-acp av pn31 vmb, c-acp pc-acp vbr crd n2 cst vvb p-acp pn31. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 254 | Page 44 |
1388 | 1. Because at first conversion there is much see•ing of Christ, for healing the horrour and smart of sin, | 1. Because At First conversion there is much see•ing of christ, for healing the horror and smart of since, | crd p-acp p-acp ord n1 a-acp vbz d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 255 | Page 44 |
1389 | as well as for the curing of the wound and scar of sin: | as well as for the curing of the wound and scar of since: | c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 255 | Page 44 |
1390 | hence when espoused, and horrour being past, that wheel being broken, a man draws more heavily now, and neglects seeking; | hence when espoused, and horror being passed, that wheel being broken, a man draws more heavily now, and neglects seeking; | av c-crq vvn, cc n1 vbg vvn, cst n1 vbg vvn, dt n1 vvz av-dc av-j av, cc vvz vvg; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 255 | Page 44 |
1392 | 2. Because when espoused, and much affected, commonly a man trusts to his affections, when he hath a fulnesse of them: | 2. Because when espoused, and much affected, commonly a man trusts to his affections, when he hath a fullness of them: | crd p-acp c-crq vvn, cc av-d vvn, av-j dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f pno32: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 44 |
1393 | hence the Lord lets Satan prevail, Luke 22. 31, 33. Satan hath desired to winnow thee as wheat, and I (saith Pe•er) am ready to dye with thee; | hence the Lord lets Satan prevail, Lycia 22. 31, 33. Satan hath desired to winnow thee as wheat, and I (Says Pe•er) am ready to die with thee; | av dt n1 vvz np1 vvi, av crd crd, crd np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n1, cc pns11 (vvz n1) vbm j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 44 |
1394 | but you see he fe•l, and then when the Lord looked upon him, he went out and wept bitterly: | but you see he fe•l, and then when the Lord looked upon him, he went out and wept bitterly: | p-acp pn22 vvb pns31 vmb, cc av c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd av cc vvd av-j: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 44 |
1395 | How shamefully hast thou fallen, should any love him more than you if ever he pitty? well, | How shamefully hast thou fallen, should any love him more than you if ever he pity? well, | c-crq av-j vh2 pns21 vvn, vmd d vvi pno31 av-dc cs pn22 cs av pns31 vvb? uh-av, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 44 |
1396 | for his Name-sake he hath done it. | for his Namesake he hath done it. | c-acp po31 n1 pns31 vhz vdn pn31. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 44 |
1397 | But how oft hast thou broken Covenant? how forgetful of the Lords kindnesse? The Lord looks upon thee this day, | But how oft hast thou broken Covenant? how forgetful of the lords kindness? The Lord looks upon thee this day, | p-acp q-crq av vh2 pns21 vvn n1? q-crq j pp-f dt n2 n1? dt n1 vvz p-acp pno21 d n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 44 |
1398 | why hast thou so soon forgot me, and forsaken me? have I not took thee from the Dung-hill, | why hast thou so soon forgotten me, and forsaken me? have I not took thee from the Dunghill, | q-crq vh2 pns21 av av vvn pno11, cc vvn pno11? vhb pns11 xx vvd pno21 p-acp dt n1, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 44 |
1399 | nay from Hell? and whereas I had so many thousands to set my love on, I chose thee; | nay from Hell? and whereas I had so many thousands to Set my love on, I chosen thee; | uh-x p-acp n1? cc cs pns11 vhd av d crd pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp, pns11 vvd pno21; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 44 |
1400 | and whereas thou couldest not love me when I offered my self, thou couldest not return me love again, I gave it therefore to thee, | and whereas thou Couldst not love me when I offered my self, thou Couldst not return me love again, I gave it Therefore to thee, | cc cs pns21 vmd2 xx vvi pno11 c-crq pns11 vvd po11 n1, pns21 vmd2 xx vvi pno11 n1 av, pns11 vvd pn31 av p-acp pno21, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 45 |
1401 | yea and have given my self to thee for ever: | yea and have given my self to thee for ever: | uh cc vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp av: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 45 |
1402 | Hast thou thus forgotten me, when as I take little wrongs from thee more heavily than great ones from others? Oh that this might make you go out and mourn bitterly: | Hast thou thus forgotten me, when as I take little wrongs from thee more heavily than great ones from Others? O that this might make you go out and mourn bitterly: | vh2 pns21 av vvn pno11, c-crq c-acp pns11 vvb j n2-jn p-acp pno21 n1 av-j cs j pi2 p-acp n2-jn? uh cst d vmd vvi pn22 vvb av cc vvi av-j: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 45 |
1403 | so if ever you have tasted that love as Peter did, Christs looks will humble you. | so if ever you have tasted that love as Peter did, Christ looks will humble you. | av cs av pn22 vhb vvn d n1 c-acp np1 vdd, npg1 n2 vmb vvi pn22. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 256 | Page 45 |
1404 | Hence see the reason why some Godly People dye so uncomfortably, |
Hence see the reason why Some Godly People die so uncomfortably, and with such distress of Spirit; | av vvi dt n1 c-crq d j n1 vvi av av-j, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1405 | why they have not lived in an expectation of Christ, and hence they cry out of themselves, not knowing whither they go, insomuch as some have not been comforted by all former experiences, | why they have not lived in an expectation of christ, and hence they cry out of themselves, not knowing whither they go, insomuch as Some have not been comforted by all former experiences, | c-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av pns32 vvb av pp-f px32, xx vvg c-crq pns32 vvb, av c-acp d vhb xx vbn vvn p-acp d j n2, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1406 | and by all present consolations of Ministers: | and by all present consolations of Ministers: | cc p-acp d j n2 pp-f n2: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1407 | Oh no, 'tis now too late to speak, they thank them for their love, but God hath otherwise thought of them; | O no, it's now too late to speak, they thank them for their love, but God hath otherwise Thought of them; | uh uh-dx, pn31|vbz av av av-j pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp np1 vhz av vvn pp-f pno32; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1408 | yet if any hope be given them 'tis ever pickt out from some word, and they cry, Oh I thirst for a little mercy, and then dye; | yet if any hope be given them it's ever picked out from Some word, and they cry, O I thirst for a little mercy, and then die; | av cs d n1 vbi vvn pno32 pn31|vbz av vvn av p-acp d n1, cc pns32 vvb, uh pns11 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc av vvi; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1409 | and what is the reason of it? what need I speak? Themselves will tell you, | and what is the reason of it? what need I speak? Themselves will tell you, | cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31? q-crq vvb pns11 vvb? px32 vmb vvi pn22, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1410 | and have done it, Oh I have lived thus and thus before you, but my heart in secret hath gone after the world, &c. I have neglected the Lord secretly, I have seldom thought of, | and have done it, O I have lived thus and thus before you, but my heart in secret hath gone After the world, etc. I have neglected the Lord secretly, I have seldom Thought of, | cc vhb vdn pn31, uh pns11 vhb vvn av cc av c-acp pn22, cc-acp po11 n1 p-acp j-jn vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, av pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 av-jn, pns11 vhb av vvn pp-f, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1411 | or prepared for Death, and I had thought to have been better, but the Lord hath met with me: | or prepared for Death, and I had Thought to have been better, but the Lord hath met with me: | cc vvd p-acp n1, cc pns11 vhd vvn pc-acp vhi vbn jc, cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno11: | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1412 | I know violence of Disease may do it sometime, but I s•eak how ' •is many times; | I know violence of Disease may do it sometime, but I s•eak how ' •is many times; | pns11 vvb n1 pp-f n1 vmb vdi pn31 av, cc-acp pns11 vvb c-crq pn31 vvz d n2; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1413 | whereas otherwise an open entrance should be made, 2 Pet. 1. 8. 9, 10, 11. And as it hath been with some, | whereas otherwise an open Entrance should be made, 2 Pet. 1. 8. 9, 10, 11. And as it hath been with Some, | cs av dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn, crd np1 crd crd crd, crd, crd cc c-acp pn31 vhz vbn p-acp d, | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1414 | so take warning lest it be so with you; | so take warning lest it be so with you; | av vvb n1 cs pn31 vbb av p-acp pn22; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1415 | you may be saved alive, yet to suffer wrack on the shoar is uncomfortable, and know it if your conscience be awake, it cannot but be so. | you may be saved alive, yet to suffer wrack on the shore is uncomfortable, and know it if your conscience be awake, it cannot but be so. | pn22 vmb vbi vvn j, av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc vvb pn31 cs po22 n1 vbb j, pn31 vmbx p-acp vbi av. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1416 | Therefore do not conclu•e they were damned without Christ, but they were not made ready for Christ; | Therefore do not conclu•e they were damned without christ, but they were not made ready for christ; | av vdb xx vvi pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vbdr xx vvn j p-acp np1; | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1417 | and it may be your time draws •igh, and what have you to say? now a world for half an hour will a dying distressed man say. | and it may be your time draws •igh, and what have you to say? now a world for half an hour will a dying distressed man say. | cc pn31 vmb vbi po22 n1 vvz j, cc q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vvi? av dt n1 p-acp j-jn dt n1 vmb dt j-vvg j-vvn n1 vvi. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 257 | Page 45 |
1418 | Is of a Four-fold exhortation, |
Is of a Fourfold exhortation, to all those especially that the Lord hath espoused to himself. | vbz pp-f dt n1 n1, p-acp d d av-j cst dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp px31. | (12) chapter (DIV2) | 258 | Page 45 |
1419 | CHAP. VIII. A Four-fold Exhortation to Believers. SECT. I. | CHAP. VIII. A Fourfold Exhortation to Believers. SECT. I. | np1 np1. dt n1 n1 p-acp n2. n1. np1 | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 258 | Page 45 |
1420 | TO quicken up all those doubting, |
TO quicken up all those doubting, drooping, yet sincere hearts, that much question the love of christ to them, | p-acp vvi a-acp d d vvg, vvg, av j n2, cst d n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1421 | Now to use all diligence to make their Calling, and Election, and the love of Christ sure to them, not but that it's sure on Christs part, | Now to use all diligence to make their Calling, and Election, and the love of christ sure to them, not but that it's sure on Christ part, | av pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi po32 vvg, cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j p-acp pno32, xx p-acp cst pn31|vbz j p-acp npg1 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1422 | but make it sure on your part too; else how can you be in a readinesse to meet the Lord Jesus; | but make it sure on your part too; Else how can you be in a readiness to meet the Lord jesus; | cc-acp vvb pn31 j p-acp po22 n1 av; av q-crq vmb pn22 vbb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1423 | while the strong man keeps the Palace, the Goods be in peace; | while the strong man keeps the Palace, the Goods be in peace; | cs dt j n1 vvz dt n1, dt n2-j vbb p-acp n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1424 | but when Christ hath once driven Satan out of his Throne, ••en nothing sometimes but war, but doubts and fears; | but when christ hath once driven Satan out of his Throne, ••en nothing sometime but war, but doubts and fears; | cc-acp c-crq np1 vhz a-acp vvn np1 av pp-f po31 n1, av pix av cc-acp n1, cc-acp n2 cc n2; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1425 | Satan told God to his face, Iob served him for nought, much more will he accuse the Soul it se•f: | Satan told God to his face, Job served him for nought, much more will he accuse the Soul it se•f: | np1 vvd np1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 vvd pno31 p-acp pix, av-d av-dc vmb pns31 vvi dt n1 pn31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1426 | and some Divines think the very first ingredient of Satans poyson, and the first assault on Christ himse•f, Mat. 4. was by seeking to make him doubt of his Sonship, If thou be the Son of God, &c. And his wiles are here very great, that hence very few living christians have any setled comfortable evidence of Gods eternal love to them in his Son: | and Some Divines think the very First ingredient of Satan poison, and the First assault on christ himse•f, Mathew 4. was by seeking to make him doubt of his Sonship, If thou be the Son of God, etc. And his wiles Are Here very great, that hence very few living Christians have any settled comfortable evidence of God's Eternal love to them in his Son: | cc d n2-jn vvb dt av ord n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt ord n1 p-acp np1 n1, np1 crd vbds p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs pns21 vbb dt n1 pp-f np1, av cc po31 n2 vbr av av j, cst av av d j-vvg njpg2 vhb d vvn j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1427 | and hence many sad events follow. | and hence many sad events follow. | cc av d j n2 vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1428 | How can any blesse the Lord for that love which he knows not of? many times 'tis with a mans doubts drooping from his mind, | How can any bless the Lord for that love which he knows not of? many times it's with a men doubts drooping from his mind, | q-crq vmb d vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz xx pp-f? d n2 pn31|vbz p-acp dt ng1 n2 vvg p-acp po31 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1429 | as 'tis with his continual dropping on his Lungs, there is a daily consuming of what once was; | as it's with his continual dropping on his Lungs, there is a daily consuming of what once was; | c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp po31 j vvg p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f r-crq a-acp vbds; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 45 |
1430 | that many a christian doubts away his life, his heart, his strength, and when all is wasted, glad now to return to that where he should at first have begun. | that many a christian doubts away his life, his heart, his strength, and when all is wasted, glad now to return to that where he should At First have begun. | d d dt njp n2 av po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, cc c-crq d vbz vvn, j av pc-acp vvi p-acp cst c-crq pns31 vmd p-acp ord vhb vvn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1431 | And hence in one word, he is made every day unready for Christ. | And hence in one word, he is made every day unready for christ. | cc av p-acp crd n1, pns31 vbz vvn d n1 j p-acp np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1432 | Oh therefore quiet not your selves in that estate as I fear too many do (at least for a time) it's one of the most dangerous estates that can be, to be troubled with weak fears, | O Therefore quiet not your selves in that estate as I Fear too many doe (At least for a time) it's one of the most dangerous estates that can be, to be troubled with weak fears, | uh av vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp d n1 c-acp pns11 vvb av d n1 (p-acp ds p-acp dt n1) pn31|vbz crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2 cst vmb vbi, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1434 | but bring it to a conclusion, Is the Lord Jesus mine or no? and if he be yours, | but bring it to a conclusion, Is the Lord jesus mine or no? and if he be yours, | cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 np1 n1 cc dx? cc cs pns31 vbb png22, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1435 | and his love yours, see it, that you may trample on the neck of death, | and his love yours, see it, that you may trample on the neck of death, | cc po31 n1 png22, vvb pn31, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1436 | and triumph over hell, and the grave, and long to be with the Lord, and love the appearing of the Lord, | and triumph over hell, and the grave, and long to be with the Lord, and love the appearing of the Lord, | cc vvi p-acp n1, cc dt n1, cc av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, cc vvb dt vvg pp-f dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1437 | and go away with joy unspeakable and full of glory out of this world, as to your Wedding, | and go away with joy unspeakable and full of glory out of this world, as to your Wedding, | cc vvb av p-acp n1 j cc j pp-f n1 av pp-f d n1, c-acp p-acp po22 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1438 | and if there be any hope of getting it, who would be without it? Some of you it may be have a long time been carelesse in seeking for it, | and if there be any hope of getting it, who would be without it? some of you it may be have a long time been careless in seeking for it, | cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f vvg pn31, r-crq vmd vbi p-acp pn31? d pp-f pn22 pn31 vmb vbi vhb av j n1 vbn j p-acp vvg p-acp pn31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1439 | hence want it, some of you have been traders with the Lord long, and yet doubt; | hence want it, Some of you have been traders with the Lord long, and yet doubt; | av vvb pn31, d pp-f pn22 vhb vbn n2 p-acp dt n1 av-j, cc av vvb; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1440 | some of you have not clear evidence, but content your selves without being thankful to the Lord for what he hath done for you, hence still doubt. | Some of you have not clear evidence, but content your selves without being thankful to the Lord for what he hath done for you, hence still doubt. | d pp-f pn22 vhb xx j n1, cc-acp vvb po22 n2 p-acp vbg j p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pn22, av av vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1441 | Others have gray hairs on your head, or at least are near your Graves, the battel is near, your armour is not on, you are not yet ready, and so still doubt. | Others have grey hairs on your head, or At least Are near your Graves, the battle is near, your armour is not on, you Are not yet ready, and so still doubt. | ng2-jn vhb j-jn n2 p-acp po22 n1, cc p-acp ds vbr j po22 n2, dt n1 vbz j, po22 n1 vbz xx a-acp, pn22 vbr xx av j, cc av av vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1442 | I remember what Christ said of Maries Box, she prepared that for his burial, it may be that these Truths may be prepared for your approaching departure; | I Remember what christ said of Mary's Box, she prepared that for his burial, it may be that these Truths may be prepared for your approaching departure; | pns11 vvb q-crq np1 vvd pp-f npg1 n1, pns31 vvd cst p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vmb vbi d d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 j-vvg n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1443 | and therefore light your Lamps at this fire, and light of the Lords love to you, | and Therefore Light your Lamps At this fire, and Light of the lords love to you, | cc av vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb p-acp pn22, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1444 | and see that indeed he loves thee. | and see that indeed he loves thee. | cc vvb cst av pns31 vvz pno21. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 259 | Page 46 |
1445 | But why do you perswade to this, |
But why do you persuade to this, till the Spirit comes and speaks it? How can I see it? | cc-acp q-crq vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d, p-acp dt n1 vvz cc vvz pn31? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pn31? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 260 | Page 46 |
1446 | 1. 'Tis true the Spirit only can do it, |
1. It's true the Spirit only can do it, but yet the same Spirit that Seals the Elect, the same Spirit commands the Elect not to fit Idle, | crd pn31|vbz j dt n1 av-j vmb vdi pn31, cc-acp av dt d n1 cst vvz dt j-vvn, dt d n1 vvz dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi j, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 261 | Page 46 |
1447 | and dream of the Spirit, but to use all diligence to make it sure; | and dream of the Spirit, but to use all diligence to make it sure; | cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 261 | Page 46 |
1448 | and you shall never have it (unlesse you lay hold on a Fancy for it) on those terms. | and you shall never have it (unless you lay hold on a Fancy for it) on those terms. | cc pn22 vmb av-x vhi pn31 (cs pn22 vvb vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31) p-acp d n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 261 | Page 46 |
1449 | 2. Though there is an immediate witnesse of the Spirit, of the love of Christ, yet it doth most usually and firstly witnesse by means. | 2. Though there is an immediate witness of the Spirit, of the love of christ, yet it does most usually and firstly witness by means. | crd cs pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av pn31 vdz ds av-j cc av-j vvi p-acp n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 262 | Page 46 |
1450 | And hence I shall give you means looking only to the Spirit of Christ to set them on. Evangelical Precepts have a power: | And hence I shall give you means looking only to the Spirit of christ to Set them on. Evangelical Precepts have a power: | cc av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n2 vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp. np1 n2 vhb dt n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 262 | Page 46 |
1451 | For Gospel-ministration of the Spirit consists not only of stories and promises, but commands, and the Elect feel them: | For Gospel ministration of the Spirit consists not only of stories and promises, but commands, and the Elect feel them: | p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz xx av-j pp-f n2 cc n2, cc-acp vvz, cc dt n1 vvb pno32: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 262 | Page 46 |
1452 | Hence carnal men under the Law, yet pretending Gospel, will professe the Law is preached when they are pressed to any Evangelical duty, | Hence carnal men under the Law, yet pretending Gospel, will profess the Law is preached when they Are pressed to any Evangelical duty, | av j n2 p-acp dt n1, av vvg n1, vmb vvi dt n1 vbz vvn c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d np1 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 262 | Page 46 |
1453 | because they feel not the power of the Gospel, being not yet under it. And the means I shall mention, are only general to establish the hearts of some. | Because they feel not the power of the Gospel, being not yet under it. And the means I shall mention, Are only general to establish the hearts of Some. | c-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbg xx av p-acp pn31. cc dt n2 pns11 vmb vvi, vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 262 | Page 46 |
1497 | and therefore if this be thus, see it, and wonder his Name hath moved him to love me. | and Therefore if this be thus, see it, and wonder his Name hath moved him to love me. | cc av cs d vbb av, vvb pn31, cc vvi po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi pno11. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 269 | Page 47 |
1454 | Make a sad enquiry first of this, Whether the Lord hath loved thee for his own everlasting Names-sake or no, |
Make a sad enquiry First of this, Whither the Lord hath loved thee for his own everlasting Namesake or no, for if the Lord hath loved Thee for this cause, | vvb dt j n1 ord pp-f d, cs dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp po31 d j n1 cc uh-dx, p-acp cs dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp d n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1455 | then thy great Objection will be answered, and that deep valley will be filled. | then thy great Objection will be answered, and that deep valley will be filled. | cs po21 j n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc d j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1456 | How can the Lord love me that am thus vile before God, and fallen from God? why if the Lord for his own sake hath loved thee, | How can the Lord love me that am thus vile before God, and fallen from God? why if the Lord for his own sake hath loved thee, | q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb pno11 cst vbm av j p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp np1? q-crq cs dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1 vhz vvn pno21, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1457 | then as no good in thee moved him to love thee, so no sin which he did know was and would be in thee can quench that love; | then as no good in thee moved him to love thee, so no since which he did know was and would be in thee can quench that love; | av c-acp dx j p-acp pno21 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno21, av dx n1 r-crq pns31 vdd vvi vbds cc vmd vbi p-acp pno21 vmb vvi d n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1458 | and if he hath manifested his love to be grounded on this, though but once, that same Name when thou changest is not changed, | and if he hath manifested his love to be grounded on this, though but once, that same Name when thou changest is not changed, | cc cs pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, cs p-acp a-acp, cst d n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 vbz xx vvn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1459 | but is still as dear to him, and ever before him to move him to love thee still, Rom. 11. 2. The Apostle answers a Cavil, Will God cast away his people? no saith he, none that he foreknew; | but is still as dear to him, and ever before him to move him to love thee still, Rom. 11. 2. The Apostle answers a Cavil, Will God cast away his people? not Says he, none that he foreknew; | cc-acp vbz av p-acp j-jn p-acp pno31, cc av p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno21 av, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz dt n1, vmb np1 vvi av po31 n1? xx vvz pns31, pi cst pns31 vvd; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1460 | and who are these? vers. 5. A remnant according to Grace as with us, i. e. | and who Are these? vers. 5. A remnant according to Grace as with us, i. e. | cc q-crq vbr d? fw-la. crd dt n1 vvg pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno12, uh. sy. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1461 | God hath for his Grace-sake chosen and called without respect of any thing else: | God hath for his Grace-sake chosen and called without respect of any thing Else: | np1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 av: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1462 | Hence that is to be understood, 1 Sam. 12. 21, 22. For there are two sorts of people in the Church; | Hence that is to be understood, 1 Sam. 12. 21, 22. For there Are two sorts of people in the Church; | av cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1463 | 1. Servants. 2. Sons, Iohn 8. 35. Hence there is a double love the Lord manifests to men. | 1. Servants. 2. Sons, John 8. 35. Hence there is a double love the Lord manifests to men. | crd ng1. crd ng1, np1 crd crd av a-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 263 | Page 46 |
1464 | 1. Some he loves as servants, that as we hire some men to do our work, | 1. some he loves as Servants, that as we hire Some men to do our work, | crd d pns31 vvz c-acp n2, cst c-acp pns12 vvb d n2 pc-acp vdi po12 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 264 | Page 46 |
1465 | and give them meat and wages, and then turn them out of doors, or let them go: | and give them meat and wages, and then turn them out of doors, or let them go: | cc vvi pno32 n1 cc n2, cc av vvb pno32 av pp-f n2, cc vvb pno32 vvi: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 264 | Page 46 |
1466 | so God hath work to be done, for his Son and Saints, and for many reasons hires wicked men to it, either by giving them reward in this life, | so God hath work to be done, for his Son and Saints, and for many Reasons hires wicked men to it, either by giving them reward in this life, | av np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, c-acp po31 n1 cc n2, cc p-acp d n2 n2 j n2 p-acp pn31, av-d p-acp vvg pno32 vvi p-acp d n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 264 | Page 46 |
1467 | or hopes of reward hereafter, and when the work is done, and use made of their Gifts, Graces, Spirits, | or hope's of reward hereafter, and when the work is done, and use made of their Gifts, Graces, Spirits, | cc n2 pp-f n1 av, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vdn, cc n1 vvn pp-f po32 n2, n2, n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 264 | Page 46 |
1468 | then turns them out of doors. | then turns them out of doors. | av vvz pno32 av pp-f n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 264 | Page 46 |
1469 | But 2. Some he loves as Sons, even the most foolish and weak in the world sometimes: | But 2. some he loves as Sons, even the most foolish and weak in the world sometime: | p-acp crd d pns31 vvz c-acp n2, av dt av-ds j cc j p-acp dt n1 av: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 265 | Page 47 |
1470 | hence not for any service they can do, but for his own sake he will give them an Inheritance, | hence not for any service they can do, but for his own sake he will give them an Inheritance, | av xx p-acp d n1 pns32 vmb vdi, cc-acp p-acp po31 d n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno32 dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 265 | Page 47 |
1471 | and love them as sons, because he will; these abide ever in the Lords love: Hagar and Is•mael cast out, Sarah and Isaac stay in the Family. | and love them as Sons, Because he will; these abide ever in the lords love: Hagar and Is•mael cast out, Sarah and Isaac stay in the Family. | cc vvb pno32 c-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vmb; d vvb av p-acp dt n2 vvb: np1 cc np1 vvd av, np1 cc np1 vvb p-acp dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 265 | Page 47 |
1472 | How shall I know that? | How shall I know that? | q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 266 | Page 47 |
1473 | 1. If the Lord loves thee for his Name-sake, it will draw thee to that fellowship with it self, |
1. If the Lord loves thee for his Namesake, it will draw thee to that fellowship with it self, that whatever thou Wantest, thou wilt seek for it hence, by presenting that Name of God, that for his own sake he would supply: | crd cs dt n1 vvz pno21 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31 n1, cst j pns21 vv2, pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp pn31 av, p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp po31 d n1 pns31 vmd vvi: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1474 | I know the Lord loves for Christ sake, but why should christ help? for his Namesake: | pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp q-crq vmd np1 vvi? p-acp po31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 | |
1475 | For thus many hypocrites think when they see Gods anger against them for their sin, they seek to remove that 〈 ◊ 〉, | For thus many Hypocrites think when they see God's anger against them for their since, they seek to remove that 〈 ◊ 〉, | c-acp av d n2 vvb c-crq pns32 vvb npg1 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi cst 〈 sy 〉, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1476 | and when that is done, think God is at peace, and now all is well. | and when that is done, think God is At peace, and now all is well. | cc c-crq d vbz vdn, vvb np1 vbz p-acp n1, cc av d vbz av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1477 | They see the Lord is delighted with the obedience of his people, hence fall to that work, | They see the Lord is delighted with the Obedience of his people, hence fallen to that work, | pns32 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av vvb p-acp d n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1478 | and now thin• the Lord is pleased with them. | and now thin• the Lord is pleased with them. | cc av n1 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1479 | But if ever the Lord loves any man, he will first stop his mouth, whether Jew or Gentile, Rom. 3. 19. and make him on his Knees know there is no reason for it, nay all reason against it. | But if ever the Lord loves any man, he will First stop his Mouth, whither Jew or Gentile, Rom. 3. 19. and make him on his Knees know there is no reason for it, nay all reason against it. | p-acp cs av dt n1 vvz d n1, pns31 vmb ord vvi po31 n1, cs np1 cc j, np1 crd crd cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2 vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31, uh-x d n1 p-acp pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1480 | Now hath no• the Lord brought thee to this? and hence having nothing to quench Gods anger, | Now hath no• the Lord brought thee to this? and hence having nothing to quench God's anger, | av vhz n1 dt n1 vvd pno21 p-acp d? cc av vhg pix pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1481 | but Christ, hast held up him before God, and having nothing to move Christ, hast held up his Name before him, | but christ, hast held up him before God, and having nothing to move christ, hast held up his Name before him, | cc-acp np1, vh2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, cc vhg pix pc-acp vvi np1, vh2 vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1482 | and here hast rested thy wearied heart looking to him, if any Grace be begun in thee, that he would perfect it, i• none, that he would begin it; | and Here hast rested thy wearied heart looking to him, if any Grace be begun in thee, that he would perfect it, i• none, that he would begin it; | cc av vh2 vvn po21 j-vvn n1 vvg p-acp pno31, cs d n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno21, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31, n1 pix, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1483 | if unfit and unworthy, to prepare thee for it, only for his own good pleasure: this is one evidence of it. | if unfit and unworthy, to prepare thee for it, only for his own good pleasure: this is one evidence of it. | cs j cc j, pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp pn31, av-j p-acp po31 d j n1: d vbz crd n1 pp-f pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1484 | As 'tis in some Seals, you can hardly perceive in the Seal what is engraven there, | As it's in Some Seals, you can hardly perceive in the Seal what is engraven there, | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n2, pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1485 | but set it on W•x, you may see it evidently: | but Set it on W•x, you may see it evidently: | cc-acp vvd pn31 p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av-j: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1486 | so here, hardly can you see the Lords love, look on thy heart if it loves him; | so Here, hardly can you see the lords love, look on thy heart if it loves him; | av av, av vmb pn22 vvi dt n2 vvb, vvb p-acp po21 n1 cs pn31 vvz pno31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1487 | his choice, see if thou chusest him, his love for his own sake; | his choice, see if thou choosest him, his love for his own sake; | po31 n1, vvb cs pns21 vv2 pno31, po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1488 | if thou cleavest with dearest affection to this love for its own sake, there thou art safe, Prov. 18. 10. The name of the Lord is a strong Tower, &c. and this not only at first conversion, | if thou cleavest with dearest affection to this love for its own sake, there thou art safe, Curae 18. 10. The name of the Lord is a strong Tower, etc. and this not only At First conversion, | cs pns21 vv2 p-acp js-jn n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 d n1, a-acp pns21 vb2r j, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1, av cc d xx av-j p-acp ord n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1489 | but ever after all duties, all enlargements, Ezak. 16. ult. And this doth evidence love. | but ever After all duties, all enlargements, Ezak. 16. ult. And this does evidence love. | cc-acp av c-acp d n2, d n2, vvb. crd n1. cc d vdz n1 vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 267 | Page 47 |
1490 | 1. Because if thou had'st the righteousnesse of Angels thou would'st think it a good evidence, | 1. Because if thou Hadst the righteousness of Angels thou Wouldst think it a good evidence, | crd p-acp cs pns21 vhd2 dt n1 pp-f n2 pns21 vmd2 vvi pn31 dt j n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 268 | Page 47 |
1491 | but this of Christ is a thousand times dearer. | but this of christ is a thousand times Dearer. | cc-acp d pp-f np1 vbz dt crd n2 jc-jn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 268 | Page 47 |
1492 | 2. This is a setting of God against himself, i. e. to answer himself, and hence Saints in all their straights and sorrows, hither had recourse; | 2. This is a setting of God against himself, i. e. to answer himself, and hence Saints in all their straights and sorrows, hither had recourse; | crd d vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp px31, sy. sy. pc-acp vvi px31, cc av n2 p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2, av vhd n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 269 | Page 47 |
1493 | I speak not now of Temporal Blessings, but of Everlasting love, and all the Fruits of it, that here it hangs. | I speak not now of Temporal Blessings, but of Everlasting love, and all the Fruits of it, that Here it hangs. | pns11 vvb xx av pp-f j n2, cc-acp pp-f j n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f pn31, cst av pn31 vvz. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 269 | Page 47 |
1494 | Now I say you are built in a Rock higher than all powers of Darkness; now a Key is put into thy hand to unlock all Gods Treasure; | Now I say you Are built in a Rock higher than all Powers of Darkness; now a Key is put into thy hand to unlock all God's Treasure; | av pns11 vvb pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 av-jc cs d n2 pp-f n1; av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi d ng1 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 269 | Page 47 |
1495 | now thou art in the very lap of love wrapt u• in it, when here thy heart rests: | now thou art in the very lap of love wrapped u• in it, when Here thy heart rests: | av pns21 vb2r p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn n1 p-acp pn31, c-crq av po21 n1 vvz: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 269 | Page 47 |
1496 | and if not Beloved, the Lord would never let thee lean thus in his bosom: | and if not beloved, the Lord would never let thee lean thus in his bosom: | cc cs xx vvn, dt n1 vmd av-x vvi pno21 vvi av p-acp po31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 269 | Page 47 |
1498 | 2. You shall find this, if the Lord for his Name-sake loves thee, there is no• any carriage or passage of Providence of him to thee, | 2. You shall find this, if the Lord for his Namesake loves thee, there is no• any carriage or passage of Providence of him to thee, | crd pn22 vmb vvi d, cs dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno21, pc-acp vbz n1 d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp pno21, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1499 | but he gets himself a Name first or las• by it: | but he gets himself a Name First or las• by it: | cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 dt n1 ord cc n1 p-acp pn31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1500 | for if this be Gods end, every passage of Providence is but a means to this end: | for if this be God's end, every passage of Providence is but a means to this end: | c-acp cs d vbb npg1 n1, d n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1501 | hence he will attain this end by every act of his Providence towards thee: | hence he will attain this end by every act of his Providence towards thee: | av pns31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno21: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1502 | hence you shall find that those very sins that dishonour his Name, he will even by them (and if by them, by all things else) get himself a Name: | hence you shall find that those very Sins that dishonour his Name, he will even by them (and if by them, by all things Else) get himself a Name: | av pn22 vmb vvi cst d j n2 cst vvb po31 n1, pns31 vmb av p-acp pno32 (cc cs p-acp pno32, p-acp d n2 av) vvb px31 dt n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1503 | he will be so far from cas•ing thee out of his love, that he will do thee good by them. | he will be so Far from cas•ing thee out of his love, that he will do thee good by them. | pns31 vmb vbi av av-j p-acp vvg pno21 av pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vdi pno21 j p-acp pno32. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1504 | Those very sins that God damns others for, he will make to humble thee, empty thee. | Those very Sins that God damns Others for, he will make to humble thee, empty thee. | d j n2 cst np1 vvz n2-jn p-acp, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno21, vvb pno21. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1505 | Pharisees persecuted Christ, and lost all for it, Paul was so, and it humbled him all his life, Not worthy to be called an Apostle, | Pharisees persecuted christ, and lost all for it, Paul was so, and it humbled him all his life, Not worthy to be called an Apostle, | np1 vvn np1, cc vvd d p-acp pn31, np1 vbds av, cc pn31 vvd pno31 d po31 n1, xx j pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1506 | because I persecuted the Church of God, and it made him lay up all his wealth in mercy, I was received to mercy, 1 Tim. 1. Mary sins much, | Because I persecuted the Church of God, and it made him lay up all his wealth in mercy, I was received to mercy, 1 Tim. 1. Marry Sins much, | c-acp pns11 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pn31 vvd pno31 vvi a-acp d po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vbds vvn p-acp n1, crd np1 crd uh n2 av-d, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1507 | and God forgives much, and she loves much; others sinned much, and God hardened much; Iudas betraies Christ, and repents, and hangs himself, and flies from him; | and God forgives much, and she loves much; Others sinned much, and God hardened much; Iudas betrays christ, and repents, and hangs himself, and flies from him; | cc np1 vvz d, cc pns31 vvz av-d; n2-jn vvn av-d, cc np1 vvd av-d; np1 vvz np1, cc vvz, cc vvz px31, cc vvz p-acp pno31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1508 | Peter denies him, and weeps, and hence he is the first that Pre•cheth him. | Peter Denies him, and weeps, and hence he is the First that Pre•cheth him. | np1 vvz pno31, cc vvz, cc av pns31 vbz dt ord cst vvz pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1509 | And this is certain, in the best Hypocrite, sins left in him, either never make him better, | And this is certain, in the best Hypocrite, Sins left in him, either never make him better, | cc d vbz j, p-acp dt js n1, n2 vvn p-acp pno31, d av-x vvi pno31 jc, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 47 |
1510 | but blind and harden him, and he hath his distinctions of infirmity, &c. that he sleights them day by day, till all his dayes are run out, | but blind and harden him, and he hath his Distinctions of infirmity, etc. that he sleights them day by day, till all his days Are run out, | cc-acp j cc vvi pno31, cc pns31 vhz po31 n2 pp-f n1, av cst pns31 n2 pno32 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp d po31 n2 vbr vvn av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1511 | or if any good, 'tis no more than Iudas, or Cain, some legal terrors, or other light flashes of comfort, | or if any good, it's no more than Iudas, or Cain, Some Legal terrors, or other Light flashes of Comfort, | cc cs d j, pn31|vbz dx dc cs np1, cc np1, d j n2, cc j-jn j n2 pp-f n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1512 | but to be more humble indeed, &c. this he findeth not. | but to be more humble indeed, etc. this he finds not. | cc-acp pc-acp vbi av-dc j av, av d pns31 vvz xx. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1513 | Now is it not so with thee? Doth not thy weaknesse strengthen thee with Paul? Doth not thy blindnesse make thee cry for light? and those cries have been he•rd, out of darknesse, God hath brought light. | Now is it not so with thee? Does not thy weakness strengthen thee with Paul? Does not thy blindness make thee cry for Light? and those cries have been he•rd, out of darkness, God hath brought Light. | av vbz pn31 xx av p-acp pno21? vdz xx po21 n1 vvb pno21 p-acp np1? vdz xx po21 n1 vvi pno21 vvi p-acp n1? cc d n2 vhb vbn vvn, av pp-f n1, np1 vhz vvn n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1514 | Thou hast felt venome and risings of heart against Christ, and do they not make thee loath thy self more? that thou thinkest never any so beholding to Grace? do not thy falls into sin make thee more weary of it, watchful against it, long to be rid of it? and so sin abounds, but Grace abounds: | Thou hast felt venom and risings of heart against christ, and do they not make thee loath thy self more? that thou Thinkest never any so beholding to Grace? do not thy falls into since make thee more weary of it, watchful against it, long to be rid of it? and so since abounds, but Grace abounds: | pns21 vh2 vvn n1 cc n2-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc vdb pns32 xx vvi pno21 vvb po21 n1 av-dc? cst pns21 vv2 av d av vvg p-acp n1? vdb xx po21 n2 p-acp n1 vvi pno21 av-dc j pp-f pn31, j p-acp pn31, av-j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pn31? cc av n1 vvz, cc-acp n1 vvz: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1515 | Why should this be so? for his Names-sake, because he will love thee; | Why should this be so? for his Namesake, Because he will love thee; | q-crq vmd d vbi av? p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno21; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1516 | hence 'tis so great and unmatchable, that he will make thy poyson thy Food, thy Death thy Life, thy Damnation Salvation, thy very greatest Enemies thy greater Friends. | hence it's so great and unmatchable, that he will make thy poison thy Food, thy Death thy Life, thy Damnation Salvation, thy very greatest Enemies thy greater Friends. | av pn31|vbz av j cc j, cst pns31 vmb vvi po21 n1 po21 n1, po21 n1 po21 n1, po21 n1 n1, po21 j js n2 po21 jc n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1517 | And hence Mr. Fox said, he thanked God for his sins more than for his good works. | And hence Mr. Fox said, he thanked God for his Sins more than for his good works. | cc av n1 n1 vvd, pns31 vvd np1 p-acp po31 n2 av-dc cs p-acp po31 j n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1518 | I have marvailed at Gods dealings with his people, they depart, and stay long, and care not for returning again; | I have marveled At God's dealings with his people, they depart, and stay long, and care not for returning again; | pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n2 n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vvb, cc vvb av-j, cc vvb xx p-acp vvg av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1519 | in that time a mighty power teacheth, humbleth, brings back, when they never thought of it. | in that time a mighty power Teaches, Humbleth, brings back, when they never Thought of it. | p-acp d n1 dt j n1 vvz, vvz, vvz av, c-crq pns32 av-x vvd pp-f pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1520 | Oh the reason is, God will have his Name: | O the reason is, God will have his Name: | uh dt n1 vbz, np1 vmb vhi po31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1521 | now if thus, your assurance will be strong and constant, but if you build thus, I have done this, &c. I have that, your assurance will not stand; | now if thus, your assurance will be strong and constant, but if you built thus, I have done this, etc. I have that, your assurance will not stand; | av cs av, po22 n1 vmb vbi j cc j, cc-acp cs pn22 vvb av, pns11 vhb vdn d, av pns11 vhb d, po22 n1 vmb xx vvi; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 |
1522 | Therefore look and see if it be not thus with you. | av vvi cc vvi cs pn31 vbb xx av p-acp pn22. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 270 | Page 48 | |
1523 | Take heed you do not build your assurance from a mingled Covenant of Works and Grace, | Take heed you do not built your assurance from a mingled Covenant of Works and Grace, | vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f vvz cc n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1524 | for this is the frame of divers when they lye under the first Covenant only of doing, they will not take this as any evidence, | for this is the frame of diverse when they lie under the First Covenant only of doing, they will not take this as any evidence, | p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f j c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 av-j pp-f vdg, pns32 vmb xx vvi d c-acp d n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1525 | as they have no reason so to do, Rom. 9. 31. Nor when a man lies under the Second Covenant of Believing barely, | as they have no reason so to do, Rom. 9. 31. Nor when a man lies under the Second Covenant of Believing barely, | c-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 av pc-acp vdi, np1 crd crd ccx c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f vvg av-j, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1526 | and if it be a dead Faith, they have no evidence or reason so to do. | and if it be a dead Faith, they have no evidence or reason so to do. | cc cs pn31 vbb dt j n1, pns32 vhb dx n1 cc n1 av pc-acp vdi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1527 | Hence they mingle the Covenants, and think thus. | Hence they mingle the Covenants, and think thus. | av pns32 vvb dt n2, cc vvb av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1528 | If I can believe in Christ, and perform universal obedience to all the commands of God, I shall be safe; | If I can believe in christ, and perform universal Obedience to all the commands of God, I shall be safe; | cs pns11 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi j n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, pns11 vmb vbi j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1529 | hence set upon the observance of both, and finding they can never do them, especially the latter, | hence Set upon the observance of both, and finding they can never do them, especially the latter, | av vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc vvg pns32 vmb av-x vdi pno32, av-j dt d, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1530 | hence are ever troubled, and never have any setled peace. | hence Are ever troubled, and never have any settled peace. | av vbr av vvn, cc av-x vhi d j-vvn n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1531 | Hence those Galatians Paul writes to, perverting and mingling the Covenants, were troubled, Gal. 1. 7. & 5. 12. Not (beloved) but that whoever beleeves and performs universal obedience Evangelically to the whole Law, he cannot but do well; | Hence those Galatians Paul writes to, perverting and mingling the Covenants, were troubled, Gal. 1. 7. & 5. 12. Not (Beloved) but that whoever believes and performs universal Obedience Evangelically to the Whole Law, he cannot but do well; | av d np1 np1 vvz p-acp, vvg cc vvg dt n2, vbdr vvn, np1 crd crd cc crd crd xx (vvn) cc-acp cst r-crq vvz cc vvz j n1 av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 vmbx p-acp vdi av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1532 | and he that doth it not, but lives in any one sin, let him evidence his Faith if he can. | and he that does it not, but lives in any one since, let him evidence his Faith if he can. | cc pns31 cst vdz pn31 xx, cc-acp vvz p-acp d crd n1, vvb pno31 n1 po31 n1 cs pns31 vmb. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1533 | But I speak when a man submits to it, sub forma faederis, if I can do it, | But I speak when a man submits to it, sub forma faederis, if I can do it, | p-acp pns11 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31, fw-la fw-la fw-la, cs pns11 vmb vdi pn31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1534 | and because I cannot do it, hence doubt. | and Because I cannot do it, hence doubt. | cc c-acp pns11 vmbx vdi pn31, av vvb. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1535 | Hence gather your evidence of Gods love primarily and chiefly from your subjection to the Second Covenant, Gal. 6. 16. Peace on them that walk according to this rule; | Hence gather your evidence of God's love primarily and chiefly from your subjection to the Second Covenant, Gal. 6. 16. Peace on them that walk according to this Rule; | av vvb po22 n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av-j cc av-jn p-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt ord n1, np1 crd crd n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb vvg p-acp d n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1536 | for Adams righteousnesse that did tye him to God, it brake; | for Adams righteousness that did tie him to God, it brake; | p-acp npg1 n1 cst vdd vvi pno31 p-acp np1, pn31 vvd; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1537 | hence no life, nor evidence from that, but Faith is an everlasting invincible Grace, upheld by the mighty power of God, | hence no life, nor evidence from that, but Faith is an everlasting invincible Grace, upheld by the mighty power of God, | av dx n1, ccx n1 p-acp d, cc-acp n1 vbz dt j j n1, vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1538 | and hence here will be everlasting evidence and peace, 1 Pet. 1. 8. Whom though we see not, yet believing we rejoyce. Object. | and hence Here will be everlasting evidence and peace, 1 Pet. 1. 8. Whom though we see not, yet believing we rejoice. Object. | cc av av vmb vbi j n1 cc n1, crd np1 crd crd ro-crq c-acp pns12 vvb xx, av vvg pns12 vvb. n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1539 | Is a Christian then free from the Law? Yes, |
Is a Christian then free from the Law? Yes, he is free from it as from a Covenant: | vbz dt njp av j p-acp dt n1? uh, pns31 vbz j p-acp pn31 p-acp p-acp dt n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 271 | Page 48 |
1540 | hence though it be broken by him, he is not cast out of Covenant, or favour, | hence though it be broken by him, he is not cast out of Covenant, or favour, | av cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz xx vvn av pp-f n1, cc n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1541 | but he is not free from it as a Rule, from which if he swerves he is to call himself, not Gods love into question: | but he is not free from it as a Rule, from which if he swerves he is to call himself, not God's love into question: | cc-acp pns31 vbz xx j p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq cs pns31 vvz pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi px31, xx npg1 n1 p-acp n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1542 | Why? because it hath pleased the Father in another Covenant to offer life, give life, | Why? Because it hath pleased the Father in Another Covenant to offer life, give life, | q-crq? c-acp pn31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi n1, vvb n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1543 | and hence only to evidence life. | and hence only to evidence life. | cc av av-j p-acp n1 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1544 | What-ever the Law requires I have, at that instant I did believe, I performed it in a Saviour by Faith: | Whatever the Law requires I have, At that instant I did believe, I performed it in a Saviour by Faith: | j dt n1 vvz pns11 vhb, p-acp d n-jn pns11 vdd vvi, pns11 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1545 | and that I my self may do every tittle of it, I come unto a Saviour for it by Faith; | and that I my self may do every tittle of it, I come unto a Saviour for it by Faith; | cc cst pns11 po11 n1 vmb vdi d n1 pp-f pn31, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1546 | so that when Satan objects you have no Christ, nor love of a Christ, because no Faith, | so that when Satan objects you have no christ, nor love of a christ, Because no Faith, | av cst c-crq np1 n2 pn22 vhb dx np1, ccx n1 pp-f dt np1, c-acp dx n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1547 | and no Faith because you cannot do this or that. | and no Faith Because you cannot do this or that. | cc dx n1 c-acp pn22 vmbx vdi d cc d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1548 | Answer, I cannot do it indeed, I never undertook it to have life or love thus, | Answer, I cannot do it indeed, I never undertook it to have life or love thus, | n1, pns11 vmbx vdi pn31 av, pns11 av-x vvd pn31 pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1 av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1549 | but I have done it in another, and I can do all things by Christ, | but I have done it in Another, and I can do all things by christ, | cc-acp pns11 vhb vdn pn31 p-acp j-jn, cc pns11 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1550 | if he will help me, under whose Grace I lie, and hence will be so far from doubting, that I will rejoyce in mine infirmities, that I am a fit subject for the power and Grace of Christ to shew it self upon. | if he will help me, under whose Grace I lie, and hence will be so Far from doubting, that I will rejoice in mine infirmities, that I am a fit Subject for the power and Grace of christ to show it self upon. | cs pns31 vmb vvi pno11, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns11 vvb, cc av vmb vbi av av-j p-acp vvg, cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n2, cst pns11 vbm dt j n-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 48 |
1551 | Thus retire to the Second Covenant ever if ever you would get any setled peace. | Thus retire to the Second Covenant ever if ever you would get any settled peace. | av vvb p-acp dt ord n1 av cs av pn22 vmd vvi d j-vvn n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 49 |
1552 | And from neglect of this flows a worl• of unpeaceablenesse in many a spirit, ever complaining, | And from neglect of this flows a worl• of Unpeaceableness in many a Spirit, ever complaining, | cc p-acp n1 pp-f d vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1, av vvg, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 49 |
1553 | and why? I cannot do this or that, never peace now; | and why? I cannot do this or that, never peace now; | cc q-crq? pns11 vmbx vdi d cc d, av-x n1 av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 49 |
1554 | but cannot you lye under the Lord that he would help? keep here, and keep your peace here. | but cannot you lie under the Lord that he would help? keep Here, and keep your peace Here. | cc-acp vmbx pn22 vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi? vvb av, cc vvb po22 n1 av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 272 | Page 49 |
1555 | But many a Christian that retires hither hath no peace, and so have I done, yet find none? |
But many a Christian that retires hither hath no peace, and so have I done, yet find none? | p-acp d dt njp cst vvz av vhz dx n1, cc av vhb pns11 vdn, av vvb pix? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 273 | Page 49 |
1556 | It's then upon a double ground which you are to avoid: | It's then upon a double ground which you Are to avoid: | pn31|vbz av p-acp dt j-jn n1 r-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1557 | either, 1. Because you have Faith, but you imprison your Faith, you put out the eyes, | av-d, crd p-acp pn22 vhb n1, cc-acp pn22 vvb po22 n1, pn22 vvb av dt n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 | |
1558 | and shackle the feet of Faith, for Faith will conquer and triumph over all sins, | and shackle the feet of Faith, for Faith will conquer and triumph over all Sins, | cc vvb dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp d n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1559 | and fears of the world, if at liberty, 1 Iohn 5. 4. like a Master in a Ship, | and fears of the world, if At liberty, 1 John 5. 4. like a Master in a Ship, | cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cs p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1560 | if he cannot save the Ship one way, let him have liberty, he will by another. | if he cannot save the Ship one Way, let him have liberty, he will by Another. | cs pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 crd n1, vvb pno31 vhi n1, pns31 vmb p-acp n-jn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1561 | As if it be Objected, You have departed from Christ, what have you to do with him? I'le return saith Faith to my first Husband. | As if it be Objected, You have departed from christ, what have you to do with him? I'll return Says Faith to my First Husband. | p-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp np1, q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno31? pns11|vmb vvb vvz n1 p-acp po11 ord n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1562 | Ob. But he is angry with you. | Ob. But he is angry with you. | np1 p-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp pn22. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1563 | Ans. If he b• angry for my departure from him, I will not provoke him more by staying here, who knows but he may repent? Ob. But you cannot go to him with all your heart. • Answ. True, | Ans. If he b• angry for my departure from him, I will not provoke him more by staying Here, who knows but he may Repent? Ob. But you cannot go to him with all your heart. • Answer True, | np1 cs pns31 n1 j p-acp po11 n1 p-acp pno31, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 av-dc p-acp vvg av, r-crq vvz cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi? np1 p-acp pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d po22 n1. • np1 j, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1564 | yet I'le look to him to draw me. Ob. But you feel nothing. Ans. Yet I will wait. | yet I'll look to him to draw me. Ob. But you feel nothing. Ans. Yet I will wait. | av pns11|vmb vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno11. np1 p-acp pn22 vvb pix. np1 av pns11 vmb vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1565 | Ob. But you will wait in vain. Ans. Still I'le look he would keep me from that. | Ob. But you will wait in vain. Ans. Still I'll look he would keep me from that. | np1 p-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j. np1 av pns11|vmb vvb pns31 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1566 | Now stop at any of these, trouble comes, suffer it to shift it will find rest. | Now stop At any of these, trouble comes, suffer it to shift it will find rest. | av vvb p-acp d pp-f d, n1 vvz, vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31 vmb vvi n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1567 | As 'tis with the Anchor, let it down but little ▪ •he ship drives, but let it down at full length, it will ride in storms; | As it's with the Anchor, let it down but little ▪ •he ship drives, but let it down At full length, it will ride in storms; | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp j ▪ uh n1 vvz, cc-acp vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp j n1, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n2; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1568 | then, 'tis 〈 ◊ 〉 of Faith that gets the Blessing, where opposition makes the Soul take faster hold; | then, it's 〈 ◊ 〉 of Faith that gets the Blessing, where opposition makes the Soul take faster hold; | av, pn31|vbz 〈 sy 〉 pp-f n1 cst vvz dt n1, c-crq n1 vvz dt n1 vvb jc n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1569 | as it was with Iacob. The Woman of Canaan got it thus. | as it was with Iacob. The Woman of Canaan god it thus. | c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pn31 av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 274 | Page 49 |
1570 | Or 2. 'Tis because they look for another kind of Faith, and hence own not this, | Or 2. It's Because they look for Another kind of Faith, and hence own not this, | cc crd pn31|vbz c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc av d xx d, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 275 | Page 49 |
1571 | as the Iews the Messiah, they made account to have received him in state, and he came low; | as the Iews the Messiah, they made account to have received him in state, and he Come low; | c-acp dt np2 dt np1, pns32 vvd n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pno31 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vvd av-j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 275 | Page 49 |
1572 | so men look for a superlative Faith, but want it. | so men look for a superlative Faith, but want it. | av n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp vvb pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 275 | Page 49 |
1573 | But thus the Soul espoused to Christ, so long as Marriage-Covenant lasts, she may conclude of love. | But thus the Soul espoused to christ, so long as Marriage covenant lasts, she may conclude of love. | p-acp av dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, av av-j c-acp n1 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi pp-f n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 275 | Page 49 |
1574 | Do not fear the love of Christ is not toward you, because he hides his face, | Do not Fear the love of christ is not towards you, Because he hides his face, | vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp pn22, c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1575 | and departs some times from you; | and departs Some times from you; | cc vvz d n2 p-acp pn22; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1576 | Husbands remain so when they depart, |
Husbands remain so when they depart, and leave the house for many a day, and it's simple to say he is not my Husband now. | n2 vvb av c-crq pns32 vvb, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pns31 vbz xx po11 n1 av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1577 | So here the Lord loves his people, yet departs, Isai. 54. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. and truly 'tis very hard when inward blows, | So Here the Lord loves his people, yet departs, Isaiah 54. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. and truly it's very hard when inward blows, | av av dt n1 vvz po31 n1, av vvz, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd cc av-j pn31|vbz av j c-crq j n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1578 | and sad desertions, and outward miseries, and no Christ found, though sought for. | and sad desertions, and outward misery's, and no christ found, though sought for. | cc j n2, cc j n2, cc dx np1 vvn, cs vvn p-acp. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1579 | But how shall I then know and discern his love? Answ. Many things might be said this way, only one thing observe, | But how shall I then know and discern his love? Answer Many things might be said this Way, only one thing observe, | p-acp q-crq vmb pns11 av vvb cc vvi po31 n1? np1 d n2 vmd vbi vvn d n1, av-j crd n1 vvi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1580 | whether thy love remains still to him for himself; | whither thy love remains still to him for himself; | cs po21 n1 vvz av p-acp pno31 p-acp px31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1581 | for it's rule that most commonly a christians purest and dearest love appears in Christs absence from him. | for it's Rule that most commonly a Christians Purest and dearest love appears in Christ absence from him. | p-acp pn31|vbz n1 cst av-ds av-j dt njpg2 js cc js-jn n1 vvz p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1582 | As 'tis with Friends, while with us we love them, but when gone, we feel that love mo•e quick than before. | As it's with Friends, while with us we love them, but when gone, we feel that love mo•e quick than before. | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, cs p-acp pno12 pns12 vvi pno32, cc-acp c-crq vvn, pns12 vvb d n1 vbi j cs a-acp. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1583 | Ierusalem lies in the dust, and now the very dust is beloved, Psal. 102. 13, 14. and if it be so, it's certain we love him because he loved us, | Ierusalem lies in the dust, and now the very dust is Beloved, Psalm 102. 13, 14. and if it be so, it's certain we love him Because he loved us, | np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc av dt j n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd, crd cc cs pn31 vbb av, pn31|vbz j pns12 vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vvd pno12, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1584 | and we continue to love him, because he continues to love us; | and we continue to love him, Because he continues to love us; | cc pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1585 | now look then if thy love do not appear, 1. In mourning for his absence. 2. In longing for his presence. 3. In blessing him for a little that is left of himself, | now look then if thy love do not appear, 1. In mourning for his absence. 2. In longing for his presence. 3. In blessing him for a little that is left of himself, | av vvb av cs po21 n1 vdb xx vvi, crd p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1. crd p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1. crd p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp dt j cst vbz vvn pp-f px31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1586 | as seeing such want of him; | as seeing such want of him; | c-acp vvg d n1 pp-f pno31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1649 | but get this mercy from him, Zach. 13. 9. | but get this mercy from him, Zach 13. 9. | cc-acp vvb d n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1587 | and is not this for himself to have his company again, that though God gives thee all other things, | and is not this for himself to have his company again, that though God gives thee all other things, | cc vbz xx d p-acp px31 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 av, cst cs np1 vvz pno21 d j-jn n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1588 | yet when thou comest to consider the Lord is gone, this strikes near, as when Christ departed away, Iohn 16. 5, 6. But because love may be benummed, | yet when thou Comest to Consider the Lord is gone, this strikes near, as when christ departed away, John 16. 5, 6. But Because love may be benumbed, | av c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz vvn, d vvz av-j, c-acp c-crq np1 vvd av, np1 crd crd, crd cc-acp c-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1589 | and lye dead, therefore try it a time of parting, and put thy heart thus to it; | and lie dead, Therefore try it a time of parting, and put thy heart thus to it; | cc vvi j, av vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc vvb po21 n1 av p-acp pn31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1590 | if he be none of thine, then take thy fill in thy sin, and forsake him: | if he be none of thine, then take thy fill in thy since, and forsake him: | cs pns31 vbb pix pp-f png21, av vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvi pno31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1591 | no Beloved, here you shall see the heart will yeild and melt, Iohn 13. 3, 4, 5, 6, &c. and it will say, Lord let me never sin more against thee, though never saved by thee. | no beloved, Here you shall see the heart will yield and melt, John 13. 3, 4, 5, 6, etc. and it will say, Lord let me never sin more against thee, though never saved by thee. | dx j-vvn, av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, av cc pn31 vmb vvi, n1 vvb pno11 av-x vvi av-dc p-acp pno21, cs av-x vvn p-acp pno21. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1592 | And take it for a rule, do not think the Lord hath left off his love to you when you depart from him, and he from you: | And take it for a Rule, do not think the Lord hath left off his love to you when you depart from him, and he from you: | cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, vdb xx vvi dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn22 c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pno31, cc pns31 p-acp pn22: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1593 | but lying in your Departures, Oh that is sad; | but lying in your Departures, O that is sad; | cc-acp vvg p-acp po22 n2, uh d vbz j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1594 | but return again, it comforts the Lords heart, especially when 'tis for himself, not for peace and salvation, | but return again, it comforts the lords heart, especially when it's for himself, not for peace and salvation, | cc-acp vvb av, pn31 vvz dt n2 n1, av-j c-crq pn31|vbz p-acp px31, xx p-acp n1 cc n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1595 | but though he never saves me, Oh yet I will look after him. | but though he never saves me, O yet I will look After him. | cc-acp cs pns31 av-x vvz pno11, uh av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 276 | Page 49 |
1596 | Look to the tender-heartednesse of the Lord Jesus, |
Look to the tenderheartedness of the Lord jesus, for (beloved) all the doubts of Christians arise chiefly from this head, from a hard opinion of christ, which Satan suggests, | n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 np1, p-acp (vvn) d dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb av-jn p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq np1 vvz, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 277 | Page 50 |
1597 | as at first, Gen. 3. 5. that so they might take in his wares. Gods people do not know the tender-heartednesse of the Lord Jesus; | as At First, Gen. 3. 5. that so they might take in his wares. God's people do not know the tenderheartedness of the Lord jesus; | c-acp p-acp ord, np1 crd crd cst av pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2. npg1 n1 vdb xx vvi dt j pp-f dt n1 np1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 277 | Page 50 |
1598 | Satan presents him only in wrath, when any threats are spoken, all these are mine saith the soul, &c. And now if any Woman lives with a man that is of a hoggish churlish disposition, she will be ever doubting of his love. | Satan presents him only in wrath, when any Treats Are spoken, all these Are mine Says the soul, etc. And now if any Woman lives with a man that is of a hoggish churlish disposition, she will be ever doubting of his love. | np1 vvz pno31 av-j p-acp n1, c-crq d n2 vbr vvn, d d vbr png11 vvz dt n1, av cc av cs d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pp-f dt j j n1, pns31 vmb vbi av vvg pp-f po31 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 277 | Page 50 |
1599 | Men do not know it I say, and hence when any misery or trouble comes, they grow jealous of him, which the Lord takes exceeding ill, Deut. 1. 27. Quest. | Men do not know it I say, and hence when any misery or trouble comes, they grow jealous of him, which the Lord Takes exceeding ill, Deuteronomy 1. 27. Quest. | n2 vdb xx vvi pn31 pns11 vvb, cc av c-crq d n1 cc n1 vvz, pns32 vvb j pp-f pno31, r-crq dt n1 vvz av-vvg av-jn, np1 crd crd n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 277 | Page 50 |
1600 | How shall I know that tender-heartedness of Christ? | How shall I know that tenderheartedness of christ? | q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d n1 pp-f np1? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 278 | Page 50 |
1601 | Answ. By his carriage towards men when he was here on earth, for now he is in Heaven in Glory, | Answer By his carriage towards men when he was Here on earth, for now he is in Heaven in Glory, | np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2 c-crq pns31 vbds av p-acp n1, c-acp av pns31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 279 | Page 50 |
1602 | and we know not what his disposition is: therefore his life on earth was the living looking-glasse of his heart for ever. In Four Things. | and we know not what his disposition is: Therefore his life on earth was the living Looking glass of his heart for ever. In Four Things. | cc pns12 vvb xx r-crq po31 n1 vbz: av po31 n1 p-acp n1 vbds dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-acp av. p-acp crd n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 279 | Page 50 |
1603 | 1. Never any came to him that he cast away, whatever their sorrows or sins were, | 1. Never any Come to him that he cast away, whatever their sorrows or Sins were, | crd av-x d vvd p-acp pno31 cst pns31 vvd av, r-crq po32 n2 cc n2 vbdr, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 280 | Page 50 |
1604 | but healed them every one if they came to him with their miseries: | but healed them every one if they Come to him with their misery's: | cc-acp vvd pno32 d pi cs pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp po32 n2: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 280 | Page 50 |
1605 | for in healing their miseries, he did but shew his readinesse to heal them of their sin; | for in healing their misery's, he did but show his readiness to heal them of their since; | c-acp p-acp vvg po32 n2, pns31 vdd p-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f po32 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 280 | Page 50 |
1606 | hence Matthew applies that, Mat. 8. 17. He bare our infirmities. | hence Matthew Applies that, Mathew 8. 17. He bore our infirmities. | av np1 vvz cst, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd po12 n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 280 | Page 50 |
1607 | 2. When men came to him for by-ends, not for himself chiefly, he rebukes them for it, | 2. When men Come to him for by-ends, not for himself chiefly, he rebukes them for it, | crd c-crq n2 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp n2, xx p-acp px31 av-jn, pns31 n2 pno32 p-acp pn31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 281 | Page 50 |
1608 | and shews he was more ready to give himself, than bread to them, Iohn 6. 27. | and shows he was more ready to give himself, than bred to them, John 6. 27. | cc vvz pns31 vbds av-dc j pc-acp vvi px31, cs n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 281 | Page 50 |
1609 | 3. Those that were lost, and sick, and miserable, and came not to him, he went up and down to seek and save them, the lost Sheep, Luke 19. 10. 4. Those that would none of his love, he pittied and had compassion on their misery and sin; | 3. Those that were lost, and sick, and miserable, and Come not to him, he went up and down to seek and save them, the lost Sheep, Lycia 19. 10. 4. Those that would none of his love, he pitied and had compassion on their misery and since; | crd d cst vbdr vvn, cc j, cc j, cc vvd xx p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd a-acp cc a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, dt vvn n1, av crd crd crd d cst vmd pi pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd cc vhd n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 282 | Page 50 |
1610 | as on them that were sheep without a shepheard; he mourned for the hardnesse of their hearts: | as on them that were sheep without a shepherd; he mourned for the hardness of their hearts: | c-acp p-acp pno32 cst vbdr n1 p-acp dt n1; pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 283 | Page 50 |
1611 | he wept over Ierusalem. Now look upon Christ the same still: thou comest to him in secret to take away all iniquity, to give thee himself; | he wept over Ierusalem. Now look upon christ the same still: thou Comest to him in secret to take away all iniquity, to give thee himself; | pns31 vvd p-acp np1. av vvi p-acp np1 dt d av: pns21 vv2 p-acp pno31 p-acp j-jn pc-acp vvi av d n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 283 | Page 50 |
1612 | tell me, dost think the Lord if here would reject thee ever. 2. But I dare not receive him. | tell me, dost think the Lord if Here would reject thee ever. 2. But I Dare not receive him. | vvb pno11, vd2 vvi dt n1 cs av vmd vvi pno21 av. crd p-acp pns11 vvb xx vvi pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 283 | Page 50 |
1613 | Ans. Thou wilt take Bread from him daily, and he is more willing to give himself. 3. Thou canst not come to him, | Ans. Thou wilt take Bred from him daily, and he is more willing to give himself. 3. Thou Canst not come to him, | np1 pns21 vm2 vvi n1 p-acp pno31 av-j, cc pns31 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi px31. crd pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 283 | Page 50 |
1614 | nor find him, but only sometimes, nor see him; well, but then he will seek thee out. 4. Oh but I oft reject: yet he pitties thee still. | nor find him, but only sometime, nor see him; well, but then he will seek thee out. 4. O but I oft reject: yet he pities thee still. | ccx vvi pno31, cc-acp av-j av, ccx vvi pno31; av, cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi pno21 av. crd uh cc-acp pns11 av vvi: av pns31 vvz pno21 av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 283 | Page 50 |
1615 | O think of this compassion of Christ, and make him as if present; 'tis a special means to establish the heart in Believing. | O think of this compassion of christ, and make him as if present; it's a special means to establish the heart in Believing. | sy vvb pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi pno31 c-acp cs j; pn31|vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 283 | Page 50 |
1616 | Learn to know when you are bound not to give way to your fear of Gods love; | Learn to know when you Are bound not to give Way to your Fear of God's love; | vvb pc-acp vvi c-crq pn22 vbr vvn xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po22 n1 pp-f npg1 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 284 | Page 50 |
1617 | for sometime it is the case of many a precious soul, that he hath clear evidence of God's love to him: | p-acp av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt j n1, cst pns31 vhz j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 284 | Page 50 | |
1618 | and what is there against it? nothing but a fear, what if I should be deceived when all is done? and hence the heart sinks exceedingly. | and what is there against it? nothing but a Fear, what if I should be deceived when all is done? and hence the heart sinks exceedingly. | cc r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp pn31? pix p-acp dt n1, r-crq cs pns11 vmd vbi vvn c-crq d vbz vdn? cc av dt n1 vvz av-vvg. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 284 | Page 50 |
1619 | As some Women that have special love, if once they take a jealousie of their Husbands love, it's never removed; So here. | As Some Women that have special love, if once they take a jealousy of their Husbands love, it's never removed; So Here. | p-acp d n2 cst vhb j n1, cs a-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 ng1 n1, pn31|vbz av vvn; av av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 284 | Page 50 |
1620 | How shall I know this? | How shall I know this? | q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 285 | Page 50 |
1621 | First, |
First, If those fears thou hast drive thee farther from christ, it's clear you Are then to cast them off: | ord, cs d n2 pns21 vh2 vvb pno21 av-jc p-acp np1, pn31|vbz j pn22 vbr av pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 286 | Page 50 |
1622 | those fears that cause since Are sinful, but to be driven from christ is sinful, Lycia 5. 9, 10. Lord depart from me, I am sinful: | d n2 cst n1 n1 vbr j, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 vbz j, av crd crd, crd n1 vvi p-acp pno11, pns11 vbm j: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 286 | Page 50 | |
1623 | fear not saith Christ, 1 Sam. 12. 20. they were ready to cast off all, Fear not, saith he; | Fear not Says christ, 1 Sam. 12. 20. they were ready to cast off all, fear not, Says he; | vvb xx vvz np1, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi a-acp d, vvb xx, vvz pns31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 286 | Page 50 |
1624 | think of this, what 'tis you get by nursing up those fears, they hinder your joy in, | think of this, what it's you get by nursing up those fears, they hinder your joy in, | vvb pp-f d, r-crq pn31|vbz pn22 vvb p-acp vvg a-acp d n2, pns32 vvb po22 n1 p-acp, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 286 | Page 50 |
1625 | and your love to Christ, your blessing of Christ, cause a dead discouraged heart: | and your love to christ, your blessing of christ, cause a dead discouraged heart: | cc po22 n1 p-acp np1, po22 n1 pp-f np1, vvb dt j vvn n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 286 | Page 50 |
1626 | nay though they drive you to Christ one way, if they drive you from Christ another way by questioning his care; | nay though they drive you to christ one Way, if they drive you from christ Another Way by questioning his care; | uh-x cs pns32 vvb pn22 p-acp np1 crd n1, cs pns32 vvb pn22 p-acp np1 j-jn n1 p-acp vvg po31 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 286 | Page 50 |
1627 | concluding against his Truth, never doubt they are vile, Mat. 8. 26. Why did ye fear O ye of little Faith. | concluding against his Truth, never doubt they Are vile, Mathew 8. 26. Why did you Fear Oh you of little Faith. | vvg p-acp po31 n1, av-x vvb pns32 vbr j, np1 crd crd q-crq vdd pn22 vvi uh pn22 pp-f j n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 286 | Page 50 |
1628 | So far therefore as fear drives us to Christ, 'tis good, otherwise to be cut off. | So Far Therefore as Fear drives us to christ, it's good, otherwise to be Cut off. | av av-j av p-acp n1 vvz pno12 p-acp np1, pn31|vbz j, av pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 286 | Page 50 |
1629 | 2. If the Lord hath drawn thy heart to come to Christ, and when undone, every way secretly perswaded thy heart that thou shalt have help if thou come, | 2. If the Lord hath drawn thy heart to come to christ, and when undone, every Way secretly persuaded thy heart that thou shalt have help if thou come, | crd cs dt n1 vhz vvn po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc c-crq vvn, d n1 av-jn vvn po21 n1 cst pns21 vm2 vhi n1 cs pns21 vvb, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 287 | Page 50 |
1630 | and by coming hast received healing Vertues of thy lusts and vile affections from the Lord Jesus, fear not now, 'tis a sin to fear I shall not have help, | and by coming haste received healing Virtues of thy Lustiest and vile affections from the Lord jesus, Fear not now, it's a since to Fear I shall not have help, | cc p-acp vvg n1 vvd vvg n2 pp-f po21 n2 cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 np1, vvb xx av, pn31|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pns11 vmb xx vhi n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 287 | Page 50 |
1631 | as Mark 5. 33. the Woman with the Bloody-issue, she was afraid she had presumed, | as Mark 5. 33. the Woman with the bloody-issue, she was afraid she had presumed, | c-acp vvb crd crd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds j pns31 vhd vvn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 287 | Page 50 |
1632 | hence came trembling, but the Lord told her, Now fear not, be it unto thee according to thy Faith: | hence Come trembling, but the Lord told her, Now Fear not, be it unto thee according to thy Faith: | av vvd vvg, cc-acp dt n1 vvd pno31, av vvb xx, vbb pn31 p-acp pno21 vvg p-acp po21 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 287 | Page 51 |
1633 | only thy Issue is but begun to heal. | only thy Issue is but begun to heal. | av-j po21 n1 vbz p-acp vvn pc-acp vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 287 | Page 51 |
1634 | What say you, have you never come to him, never received any healing from him? that is hard. | What say you, have you never come to him, never received any healing from him? that is hard. | q-crq vvb pn22, vhb pn22 av-x vvi p-acp pno31, av-x vvd d n-vvg p-acp pno31? cst vbz j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 287 | Page 51 |
1635 | Surely 'tis so, that I would not be in my lust again for a world. | Surely it's so, that I would not be in my lust again for a world. | np1 pn31|vbz av, cst pns11 vmd xx vbi p-acp po11 n1 av p-acp dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 287 | Page 51 |
1636 | If none of these prevail, |
If none of these prevail, but the Lord follows thee with fears on fears, as wave on wave, | cs pi pp-f d vvi, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno21 p-acp n2 p-acp n2, c-acp n1 p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1637 | then see if there be not some guile of spirit in thee, i. e. some sin you have or would give way to if you had assurance of Gods love. | then see if there be not Some guile of Spirit in thee, i. e. Some since you have or would give Way to if you had assurance of God's love. | av vvb cs pc-acp vbb xx d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, sy. sy. d n1 pn22 vhb cc vmd vvi n1 p-acp cs pn22 vhd n1 pp-f npg1 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1638 | It was the speech of one to me, next to the Donation of Christ, no mercy like this, to deny assurance long; | It was the speech of one to me, next to the Donation of christ, no mercy like this, to deny assurance long; | pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f crd p-acp pno11, ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dx n1 av-j d, pc-acp vvi n1 av-j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1639 | and why? for if the Lord had not, I should have given way to a loose heart and life, | and why? for if the Lord had not, I should have given Way to a lose heart and life, | cc q-crq? c-acp cs dt n1 vhd xx, pns11 vmd vhi vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1640 | but, &c. so if the Lord should deal so with thee, it may be thou would'st lye in thy sins, | but, etc. so if the Lord should deal so with thee, it may be thou Wouldst lie in thy Sins, | cc-acp, av av cs dt n1 vmd vvi av p-acp pno21, pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp po21 n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1641 | if thou had'st pe•ce there, and it may be you have had it, but sinned, and not confessed, not lamented, not opposed: | if thou Hadst pe•ce there, and it may be you have had it, but sinned, and not confessed, not lamented, not opposed: | cs pns21 vhd2 n1 a-acp, cc pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vhb vhn pn31, cc-acp vvn, cc xx vvn, xx vvn, xx vvn: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1642 | Thus it was with David, Psalm 32. 1, 2, 3, 4. Hence when he confessed, the Lord forgave in his Conscience his sin. | Thus it was with David, Psalm 32. 1, 2, 3, 4. Hence when he confessed, the Lord forgave in his Conscience his since. | av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd av c-crq pns31 vvd, dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 po31 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1643 | Men will withdraw their love from their Wives if it make them wanton, and deal sharply with them: | Men will withdraw their love from their Wives if it make them wanton, and deal sharply with them: | np1 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2 cs pn31 vvb pno32 j-jn, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno32: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1644 | so one that never restored, could never get peace; | so one that never restored, could never get peace; | av pi cst av-x vvd, vmd av-x vvi n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1645 | some ever complaining, never setled, because they have their Truces with sin, and would have peace with Christ, and it cannot be. | Some ever complaining, never settled, Because they have their Truces with since, and would have peace with christ, and it cannot be. | d av vvg, av-x vvn, c-acp pns32 vhb po32 np1 p-acp n1, cc vmd vhi n1 p-acp np1, cc pn31 vmbx vbi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1646 | And this is a rule I have long held, in them that have clear light of the Gospel, long denial of assurance is like fire to burn out some sin, | And this is a Rule I have long held, in them that have clear Light of the Gospel, long denial of assurance is like fire to burn out Some since, | cc d vbz dt n1 pns11 vhb av-j vvn, p-acp pno32 cst vhb j n1 pp-f dt n1, j n1 pp-f n1 vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi av d n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1647 | and then the Lord will speak peace, Iudg. 10. 16. And therefore take this counsel, | and then the Lord will speak peace, Judges 10. 16. And Therefore take this counsel, | cc av dt n1 vmb vvi n1, np1 crd crd cc av vvb d n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1648 | and God will tell thee thy sin, if thou art desirous that he should find it out, | and God will tell thee thy since, if thou art desirous that he should find it out, | cc np1 vmb vvi pno21 po21 n1, cs pns21 vb2r j cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 288 | Page 51 |
1650 | Bring thy heart to a straight, either to reject or receive him to be thine, |
Bring thy heart to a straight, either to reject or receive him to be thine, he is offered to be King, | vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt j, av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi png21, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 289 | Page 51 |
1651 | and Saviour, and Lord, and Husband; | and Saviour, and Lord, and Husband; | cc n1, cc n1, cc n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 289 | Page 51 |
1652 | now thou shalt have his heart, his hand, his Spirit, his Father, his Kingdom, his Ordinances, his Angels, himself if you receive him, | now thou shalt have his heart, his hand, his Spirit, his Father, his Kingdom, his Ordinances, his Angels, himself if you receive him, | av pns21 vm2 vhi po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n2, po31 n2, px31 cs pn22 vvb pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 289 | Page 51 |
1653 | or else if not, you shall lose him, and then woe to thee when any mercy, any misery, any Ordinance befalls thee, | or Else if not, you shall loose him, and then woe to thee when any mercy, any misery, any Ordinance befalls thee, | cc av cs xx, pn22 vmb vvi pno31, cc av n1 p-acp pno21 c-crq d n1, d n1, d n1 vvz pno21, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 289 | Page 51 |
1654 | for all shall suck thy Blood, consume thee, and fit thee for eternal ruine: and then wish, Oh that I had taken him, but then too late; | for all shall suck thy Blood, consume thee, and fit thee for Eternal ruin: and then wish, O that I had taken him, but then too late; | c-acp d vmb vvi po21 n1, vvb pno21, cc vvb pno21 p-acp j n1: cc av vvb, uh cst pns11 vhd vvn pno31, cc-acp av av av-j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 289 | Page 51 |
1655 | therefore receive him or reject him: Oh I cannot; that's another matter: | Therefore receive him or reject him: O I cannot; that's Another matter: | av vvb pno31 cc vvi pno31: uh pns11 vmbx; cst|vbz j-jn n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 289 | Page 51 |
1656 | However we propound these Evangelical commands that may come with power, and therefore know, that if they do not now, they shall arise again in time. SECT. II. THis is not all that which makes you ready for Christ, unlesse your love is set and fixed on him: | However we propound these Evangelical commands that may come with power, and Therefore know, that if they do not now, they shall arise again in time. SECT. II THis is not all that which makes you ready for christ, unless your love is Set and fixed on him: | c-acp pns12 vvi d np1 vvz cst vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc av vvb, cst cs pns32 vdb xx av, pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp n1. n1. crd d vbz xx d d r-crq vvz pn22 j p-acp np1, cs po22 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 289 | Page 51 |
1657 | and Therefore look that it be ready. | cc av vvb cst pn31 vbb j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 | |
1658 | I doubt not but that there is glowing in your hearts, some love to the Lord, it cannot be that all should be quenched, that all his kindnesse should be forgotten, | I doubt not but that there is glowing in your hearts, Some love to the Lord, it cannot be that all should be quenched, that all his kindness should be forgotten, | pns11 vvb xx p-acp d pc-acp vbz vvg p-acp po22 n2, d n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmbx vbi d d vmd vbi vvn, cst d po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1659 | but remembred many times with some affliction: but know it, if it be so, your lamp is not yet in your hand, | but remembered many times with Some affliction: but know it, if it be so, your lamp is not yet in your hand, | cc-acp vvd d n2 p-acp d n1: cc-acp vvb pn31, cs pn31 vbb av, po22 n1 vbz xx av p-acp po22 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1660 | nor your Souls ready to meet the Lord: | nor your Souls ready to meet the Lord: | ccx po22 n2 j pc-acp vvi dt n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1661 | For look as 'tis with a mighty Prince that shall set his heart on some poor servant, | For look as it's with a mighty Prince that shall Set his heart on Some poor servant, | p-acp vvi c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1 cst vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp d j n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1662 | and he requires no portion but to love him the more, and she cannot bring her heart to love him more than other mean Fellows, is she fit or ready to be Matcht unto him? So here: hence. | and he requires no portion but to love him the more, and she cannot bring her heart to love him more than other mean Fellows, is she fit or ready to be Matched unto him? So Here: hence. | cc pns31 vvz dx n1 cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 dt av-dc, cc pns31 vmbx vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-dc cs j-jn j n2, vbz pns31 j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31? av av: av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1663 | Mat. 10. 37. He that loves Father or Mother, &c. then you are ready when your love is fit for such an Husband; | Mathew 10. 37. He that loves Father or Mother, etc. then you Are ready when your love is fit for such an Husband; | np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz n1 cc n1, av av pn22 vbr j c-crq po22 n1 vbz j p-acp d dt n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1664 | and therefore though you feel some love under the ashes (when you stir up your hearts) to the Lord Jesus, | and Therefore though you feel Some love under the Ashes (when you stir up your hearts) to the Lord jesus, | cc av cs pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp dt n2 (c-crq pn22 vvb a-acp po22 n2) p-acp dt n1 np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1665 | yet if it be not a fit love beseeming his Excellency, and the Glory of his Person, | yet if it be not a fit love beseeming his Excellency, and the Glory of his Person, | av cs pn31 vbb xx dt j n1 vvg po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1666 | when you can draw out buckets of love, and pour it upon other things, but scarce fetch out a drop for Christ, | when you can draw out buckets of love, and pour it upon other things, but scarce fetch out a drop for christ, | c-crq pn22 vmb vvi av n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp av-j vvi av dt n1 p-acp np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1667 | and yet you hope that will serve the turn; I tell you no, you are yet unfit and unready for him. | and yet you hope that will serve the turn; I tell you no, you Are yet unfit and unready for him. | cc av pn22 vvb cst vmb vvi dt n1; pns11 vvb pn22 av-dx, pn22 vbr av j cc j p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1668 | Look as it was with their offering the Testimonies of love and thankfulnesse, Mal. 1. 14. so it's here. | Look as it was with their offering the Testimonies of love and thankfulness, Malachi 1. 14. so it's Here. | n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp po32 vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd av pn31|vbz av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 51 |
1669 | And therefore my Exhortation shall be as 'tis said in that Psalm, |
And Therefore my Exhortation shall be as it's said in that Psalm, Give unto the Lord the kingdoms of the earth. | cc av po11 n1 vmb vbi c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 dt n2 pp-f dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 52 |
1670 | Give unto the Lord the honour due unto his Name: | Give unto the Lord the honour due unto his Name: | np1 p-acp dt n1 dt n1 j-jn p-acp po31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 52 |
1671 | So give to the Lord the love that is due unto him, that love that is fit for him. | So give to the Lord the love that is due unto him, that love that is fit for him. | av vvi p-acp dt n1 dt n1 cst vbz j-jn p-acp pno31, cst vvb cst vbz j p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 290 | Page 52 |
1672 | What is that love the Lord would have, |
What is that love the Lord would have, which is fit for him? | q-crq vbz d n1 dt n1 vmd vhi, r-crq vbz j p-acp pno31? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 291 | Page 52 |
1673 | 1. Beloved, I hope if you think not your Blood too dear for Christ, you will not think any love too much for Christ: | 1. beloved, I hope if you think not your Blood too dear for christ, you will not think any love too much for christ: | crd j-vvn, pns11 vvb cs pn22 vvb xx po22 n1 av j-jn c-acp np1, pn22 vmb xx vvi d n1 av av-d c-acp np1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 292 | Page 52 |
1674 | Yet Because I would not have you aim At an uncertain mark, and shoot At a venture, I shall single out that love which I hope your own Consciences cannot but say is fit. And, | av c-acp pns11 vmd xx vhi pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvb av d n1 r-crq pns11 vvb po22 d n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi vbz j. np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 292 | Page 52 | |
1675 | 1. I had thought to have sought for this from you, viz. Give the Lord Jesus but that love, no more love than thou hast given to thy lusts, the Lord will be contented with it, Rom. 6. 19. As ye have yeilded, &c. so now; | 1. I had Thought to have sought for this from you, viz. Give the Lord jesus but that love, no more love than thou hast given to thy Lustiest, the Lord will be contented with it, Rom. 6. 19. As you have yielded, etc. so now; | crd pns11 vhd vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d p-acp pn22, n1 vvb dt n1 np1 p-acp d n1, av-dx dc n1 cs pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 n2, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, av av av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 293 | Page 52 |
1676 | but that it may be you may think this love too base for him, yet give him but this, | but that it may be you may think this love too base for him, yet give him but this, | cc-acp cst pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi d n1 av j c-acp pno31, av vvb pno31 p-acp d, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 293 | Page 52 |
1677 | and the Lord would be contented with it, and accept of it; | and the Lord would be contented with it, and accept of it; | cc dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvi pp-f pn31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 293 | Page 52 |
1678 | and those that shall not, it shall be their Torment in Hell to think of this word: | and those that shall not, it shall be their Torment in Hell to think of this word: | cc d cst vmb xx, pn31 vmb vbi po32 n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 293 | Page 52 |
1679 | Oh that I had given the Lord Jesus that love I gave to my base lusts, I had had him, | O that I had given the Lord jesus that love I gave to my base Lustiest, I had had him, | uh cst pns11 vhd vvn dt n1 np1 cst n1 pns11 vvd p-acp po11 j n2, pns11 vhd vhn pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 293 | Page 52 |
1680 | and been in Heaven with him. But I wholly presse a Second. | and been in Heaven with him. But I wholly press a Second. | cc vbn p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. p-acp pns11 av-jn vvb dt ord. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 293 | Page 52 |
1681 | 2. Do but love him as he loveth thee, i. e. you cannot answer the greatnesse of his love, | 2. Do but love him as he loves thee, i. e. you cannot answer the greatness of his love, | crd vdb p-acp vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vvz pno21, sy. sy. pn22 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 294 | Page 52 |
1682 | but do it for your measure: | but do it for your measure: | cc-acp vdb pn31 p-acp po22 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 294 | Page 52 |
1683 | If you cannot pay him in pounds, yet pay him in pence, and this is fit for him: | If you cannot pay him in pounds, yet pay him in pence, and this is fit for him: | cs pn22 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp n2, av vvb pno31 p-acp n2, cc d vbz j p-acp pno31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 294 | Page 52 |
1684 | For 1. He is worthy of love, there is beauty in him why thou shouldest desire him; | For 1. He is worthy of love, there is beauty in him why thou Shouldst desire him; | c-acp crd pns31 vbz j pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno31 c-crq pns21 vmd2 vvi pno31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 294 | Page 52 |
1685 | there is none in thee. 2. Thy love shall have a recompence, 2 Tim. 4. 8. he never can have recompence from thee. | there is none in thee. 2. Thy love shall have a recompense, 2 Tim. 4. 8. he never can have recompense from thee. | pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno21. crd po21 n1 vmb vhi dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 av-x vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno21. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 294 | Page 52 |
1686 | 3. He loves thee first with his own love, now that is unreasonable not to reflect his beams, | 3. He loves thee First with his own love, now that is unreasonable not to reflect his beams, | crd pns31 vvz pno21 ord p-acp po31 d n1, av cst vbz j-u xx pc-acp vvi po31 n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 295 | Page 52 |
1687 | and return him his own again in similitude, if not in parity. | and return him his own again in similitude, if not in parity. | cc vvi pno31 po31 d av p-acp n1, cs xx p-acp n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 295 | Page 52 |
1688 | Wherein appears the love of the Lord to me, |
Wherein appears the love of the Lord to me, that so I may see how to manifest the like love to him? | c-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno11, cst av pns11 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno31? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 296 | Page 52 |
1689 | He hath loved thee more than himself, more than his own honour, for he made himself of no reputation, Answ. Phil. 2. 7. more than his own comforts, he left the bosom of a Father, | He hath loved thee more than himself, more than his own honour, for he made himself of no reputation, Answer Philip 2. 7. more than his own comforts, he left the bosom of a Father, | pns31 vhz vvn pno21 av-dc cs px31, av-dc cs po31 d n1, c-acp pns31 vvd px31 pp-f dx n1, np1 np1 crd crd dc cs po31 d n2, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1690 | and bore the wrath of a Father for thee; | and boar the wrath of a Father for thee; | cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno21; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1691 | more than his own life, he saw thy neck upon the block, and Gods Axe up to give the Bloody Fatal stroke; | more than his own life, he saw thy neck upon the block, and God's Axe up to give the Bloody Fatal stroke; | dc cs po31 d n1, pns31 vvd po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc ng1 n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt j j n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1692 | and he came in thy room, and loved thy life more than his own, lost his own before one hair of thy head should perish, | and he Come in thy room, and loved thy life more than his own, lost his own before one hair of thy head should perish, | cc pns31 vvd p-acp po21 n1, cc vvd po21 n1 av-dc cs po31 d, vvd po31 d p-acp crd n1 pp-f po21 n1 vmd vvi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1693 | though he knew thee a Traytor to God, and an enemy to himself, Rom. 5. 10. Rev. 1. 5, 6. if this be not thus, woe to thee living, woe to thee dying. | though he knew thee a Traitor to God, and an enemy to himself, Rom. 5. 10. Rev. 1. 5, 6. if this be not thus, woe to thee living, woe to thee dying. | cs pns31 vvd pno21 dt n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 p-acp px31, np1 crd crd n1 crd crd, crd cs d vbb xx av, n1 p-acp pno21 vvg, n1 p-acp pno21 vvg. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1694 | What art thou but a sad spectacle hung up in thy chains in this world for Angels in Heaven to see and tremble at, | What art thou but a sad spectacle hung up in thy chains in this world for Angels in Heaven to see and tremble At, | q-crq vb2r pns21 p-acp dt j n1 vvd a-acp p-acp po21 n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1695 | and for Devils, Sins, and eternal Sorrows, like Fouls of Heaven to Prey upon. | and for Devils, Sins, and Eternal Sorrows, like Fouls of Heaven to Prey upon. | cc p-acp n2, n2, cc j n2, av-j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1696 | Now is it not fit that thou shouldst love him more than thy self? his honour more than thine, his consolations more than thine own, his Person more than thine own, | Now is it not fit that thou Shouldst love him more than thy self? his honour more than thine, his consolations more than thine own, his Person more than thine own, | av vbz pn31 xx j cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno31 av-dc cs po21 n1? po31 n1 av-dc cs png21, po31 n2 av-dc cs po21 d, po31 n1 av-dc cs po21 d, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1697 | nay more than thy life? Rev. 12. 11. I have known them whom the Lord hath revealed this love to, that have thought it too little to do, | nay more than thy life? Rev. 12. 11. I have known them whom the Lord hath revealed this love to, that have Thought it too little to do, | uh-x av-dc cs po21 n1? n1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn pno32 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp, cst vhb vvn pn31 av j pc-acp vdi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1698 | and hence have wish'd they had been born in those Times that they might have laid down their lives for him: | and hence have wished they had been born in those Times that they might have laid down their lives for him: | cc av vhb vvn pns32 vhd vbn vvn p-acp d n2 cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn a-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1699 | VVhere is now this love? Doth not self-love swallow up all? Lord, what self-seeking, self-serving, self-minding, self-honouring, self-pleasing, | Where is now this love? Does not Self-love swallow up all? Lord, what self-seeking, self-serving, self-minding, self-honouring, self-pleasing, | c-crq vbz av d n1? vdz xx n1 vvi a-acp d? n1, r-crq j, j, j, j, j, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1700 | and the Lord himself and his love forgot, as if there were no Christ, or in him no love. | and the Lord himself and his love forgotten, as if there were not christ, or in him no love. | cc dt n1 px31 cc po31 n1 vvn, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr xx np1, cc p-acp pno31 dx n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 297 | Page 52 |
1701 | 2. He hath loved thee when he might have passed by thee, and loved others that might have wone the Lord towards them (I speak after the manner of men) rather than thee; | 2. He hath loved thee when he might have passed by thee, and loved Others that might have won the Lord towards them (I speak After the manner of men) rather than thee; | crd pns31 vhz vvn pno21 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno21, cc vvd n2-jn cst vmd vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp pno32 (pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2) av-c cs pno21; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 52 |
1702 | men of greater place, greater gifts and parts, greater pomp in the world, but Rom. 9. Iacob shall be loved, Esau hated: | men of greater place, greater Gifts and parts, greater pomp in the world, but Rom. 9. Iacob shall be loved, Esau hated: | n2 pp-f jc n1, jc n2 cc n2, jc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp np1 crd np1 vmb vbi vvn, np1 vvd: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 52 |
1703 | he hath passed by Kings with their Crowns, and now set his heart on thee a Babe, | he hath passed by Kings with their Crowns, and now Set his heart on thee a Babe, | pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc av vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno21 dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 52 |
1704 | when wise ones know him not; foolish, when prudent ones see him not; weak, when strong and mighty receive him not. | when wise ones know him not; foolish, when prudent ones see him not; weak, when strong and mighty receive him not. | c-crq j pi2 vvb pno31 xx; j, c-crq j pi2 vvb pno31 xx; j, c-crq j cc j vvi pno31 xx. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 52 |
1705 | Yea, as the Apostle speaketh, 1 Cor. 1. 28. Base things, and things which are not. | Yea, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 1. 28. Base things, and things which Are not. | uh, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd j n2, cc n2 r-crq vbr xx. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 52 |
1706 | God hath made thee nothing in thine own eies. Behold his love, and now do the like for him. | God hath made thee nothing in thine own eyes. Behold his love, and now do the like for him. | np1 vhz vvn pno21 pix p-acp po21 d n2. vvb po31 n1, cc av vdb dt av-j p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 52 |
1707 | It may be somtime thy carnal eye sees more Glory in the creature, than in Christ; | It may be sometime thy carnal eye sees more Glory in the creature, than in christ; | pn31 vmb vbi av po21 j n1 vvz dc n1 p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp np1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 52 |
1708 | more in the honour of man, than in the honour of a Christ, &c. And hence might'st set thy heart on them rather than on Christ, | more in the honour of man, than in the honour of a christ, etc. And hence Mightest Set thy heart on them rather than on christ, | av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, av cc av vmd2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno32 av cs p-acp np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 53 |
1709 | because strongly tempted so to do, and it may after some scourges be saved at last, | Because strongly tempted so to do, and it may After Some scourges be saved At last, | c-acp av-j vvn av pc-acp vdi, cc pn31 vmb p-acp d vvz vbi vvn p-acp ord, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 53 |
1710 | yet passe by them, and set thy heart only on him. | yet pass by them, and Set thy heart only on him. | av vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvb po21 n1 av-j p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 53 |
1711 | We judge of a Friend by the times of triall, and of a Christian, by a time of temptation. | We judge of a Friend by the times of trial, and of a Christian, by a time of temptation. | pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt njp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 53 |
1712 | Now a Balaam, a Witch may not dare in time of temptation, to fall into it. | Now a balaam, a Witch may not Dare in time of temptation, to fallen into it. | av dt np1, dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 53 |
1750 | if he ceaseth one moment to love thee, and to manifest it to thee, then cease to love him; | if he ceases one moment to love thee, and to manifest it to thee, then cease to love him; | cs pns31 vvz crd n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno21, av vvb pc-acp vvi pno31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1713 | Oh get one strain highe•, and go one step farther than a Witch, though I might let my heart loose after the world, I will not love it, the love of the Lord deserves it, the love of the Lord constrains me to give my love to him and not to the world, | O get one strain highe•, and go one step farther than a Witch, though I might let my heart lose After the world, I will not love it, the love of the Lord deserves it, the love of the Lord constrains me to give my love to him and not to the world, | uh vvb crd n1 n1, cc vvi crd n1 av-jc cs dt n1, cs pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno11 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno31 cc xx p-acp dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 53 |
1714 | though I might hide it, and have pardon for it. | though I might hide it, and have pardon for it. | cs pns11 vmd vvi pn31, cc vhb n1 p-acp pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 298 | Page 53 |
1715 | 3. He loves thee although thou wrongest him, Isa. 43. 22. to 26. when he is so wronged that he is ready to give thee up, | 3. He loves thee although thou wrongest him, Isaiah 43. 22. to 26. when he is so wronged that he is ready to give thee up, | crd pns31 vvz pno21 cs pns21 vv2 pno31, np1 crd crd p-acp crd c-crq pns31 vbz av vvn cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno21 a-acp, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1716 | yet Hos. 11. 8, 9. He is God and not man, nay, which is more wonderful, where sin there Grace abounds. | yet Hos. 11. 8, 9. He is God and not man, nay, which is more wondered, where since there Grace abounds. | av np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vbz np1 cc xx n1, uh, r-crq vbz av-dc j, c-crq n1 a-acp n1 vvz. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1717 | Hence David makes this an Argument, Psal. 25. 11. Forgive because 'tis great. And hence Moses, Deut. 33. 9. Because 'tis astiffnecked people. Oh therefore love him, | Hence David makes this an Argument, Psalm 25. 11. Forgive Because it's great. And hence Moses, Deuteronomy 33. 9. Because it's astiffnecked people. O Therefore love him, | av np1 vvz d dt n1, np1 crd crd vvb p-acp pn31|vbz j. cc av np1, np1 crd crd c-acp pn31|vbz j n1. uh av vvb pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1718 | though he smites thee, though he forsakes thee, wherein he may seem, but indeed doth no wrong to thee, but love thee; | though he smites thee, though he forsakes thee, wherein he may seem, but indeed does not wrong to thee, but love thee; | cs pns31 vvz pno21, cs pns31 vvz pno21, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, cc-acp av vdz xx vvi p-acp pno21, cc-acp vvb pno21; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1719 | for chastisement is part of the portion of sons, not of Bastards, Heb. 12. 6, 8. But do as that woman when she came to the stake, gave away her cloaths, some to one, some to another, Now farewell friends, and world, welcome Love, welcome Christ. | for chastisement is part of the portion of Sons, not of Bastards, Hebrew 12. 6, 8. But do as that woman when she Come to the stake, gave away her clothes, Some to one, Some to Another, Now farewell Friends, and world, welcome Love, welcome christ. | p-acp n1 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, xx pp-f n2, np1 crd crd, crd cc-acp vdb c-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvd av po31 n2, d p-acp crd, d p-acp j-jn, av n1 n2, cc n1, j-jn n1, j-jn np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1720 | So if the Lord comes to take away all from thee, the child of thy body, the husband of thy youth, the wife of thy bosom, the comforts of thy life, provisions from thy family, bread from thy mouth, bid farewel to them, give them into the Lords hands, and now say, welcome Christ. | So if the Lord comes to take away all from thee, the child of thy body, the husband of thy youth, the wife of thy bosom, the comforts of thy life, provisions from thy family, bred from thy Mouth, bid farewell to them, give them into the lords hands, and now say, welcome christ. | av cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av av-d p-acp pno21, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, n2 p-acp po21 n1, n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvb n1 p-acp pno32, vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 n2, cc av vvb, j-jn np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1721 | Its usual for Christians at first conversion and espousing, the Lord loves them dearly, and tenders them, shews nothing but love to them, | Its usual for Christians At First conversion and espousing, the Lord loves them dearly, and tenders them, shows nothing but love to them, | po31 j p-acp np1 p-acp ord n1 cc vvg, dt n1 vvz pno32 av-jn, cc vvz pno32, vvz pix cc-acp n1 p-acp pno32, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1722 | and then their love is fresh; afterward come hard Frosts, and Winter-storms, and cold blasts of displeasure: | and then their love is fresh; afterwards come hard Frosts, and Winter storms, and cold blasts of displeasure: | cc av po32 n1 vbz j; av vvb j n2, cc n2, cc j-jn n2 pp-f n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1723 | Christ departs from the Soul, withdraws himself, hides his face, and sends sad afflictions; now the Soul apprehending anger, and nothing else, it grows discouraged, and so dies: | christ departs from the Soul, withdraws himself, hides his face, and sends sad afflictions; now the Soul apprehending anger, and nothing Else, it grows discouraged, and so die: | np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvz px31, vvz po31 n1, cc vvz j n2; av dt n1 vvg n1, cc pix av, pn31 vvz vvn, cc av vvz: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1724 | when if it could stay and wait, it should see all from love, and doing it the greatest good. Oh remember this: | when if it could stay and wait, it should see all from love, and doing it the greatest good. O Remember this: | c-crq cs pn31 vmd vvi cc vvi, pn31 vmd vvi d p-acp n1, cc vdg pn31 dt js j. uh vvb d: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1725 | he doth afflict me, he doth depart from me, he doth fear me with Hell, yet I'le love him never a whit the lesse: | he does afflict me, he does depart from me, he does Fear me with Hell, yet I'll love him never a whit the less: | pns31 vdz vvi pno11, pns31 vdz vvi p-acp pno11, pns31 vdz vvi pno11 p-acp n1, av pns11|vmb vvi pno31 av-x dt n1 dt av-dc: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1726 | Though the Lord buries all the Blessings he gives me, yet my love shall live, and if it do fall it shall arise. | Though the Lord buries all the Blessings he gives me, yet my love shall live, and if it do fallen it shall arise. | cs dt n1 vvz d dt n2 pns31 vvz pno11, av po11 n1 vmb vvi, cc cs pn31 vdb vvi pn31 vmb vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 299 | Page 53 |
1727 | 4. He loved thee when in thy low estate, Psal. 136. 23. even when as no eye pittied thee, Ezek. 16. nay when thou wert vilest, at the height of thy sin, under deepest depths of misery, | 4. He loved thee when in thy low estate, Psalm 136. 23. even when as no eye pitied thee, Ezekiel 16. nay when thou Wertenberg Vilest, At the height of thy since, under Deepest depths of misery, | crd pns31 vvd pno21 c-crq p-acp po21 j n1, np1 crd crd n1 c-crq c-acp dx n1 vvd pno21, np1 crd uh-x c-crq pns21 vbd2r js, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp js-jn n2 pp-f n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1751 | if he ceaseth not to love thee dearly, never to leave thee, Oh then ever love him. | if he ceases not to love thee dearly, never to leave thee, O then ever love him. | cs pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi pno21 av-jn, av-x pc-acp vvi pno21, uh av av vvi pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1728 | and straightest captivity, after Friends had almost ceased to counsel, Word and Spirit could do no good, after Conscience had warned thee. | and straightest captivity, After Friends had almost ceased to counsel, Word and Spirit could do no good, After Conscience had warned thee. | cc js n1, c-acp n2 vhd av vvn p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 vmd vdi dx j, p-acp n1 vhd vvn pno21. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1729 | Oh love him when he is in his lowest estate, when his enemies persecute him, and his seeming Friends forsake him. | O love him when he is in his lowest estate, when his enemies persecute him, and his seeming Friends forsake him. | uh vvb pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp po31 js n1, c-crq po31 n2 vvi pno31, cc po31 j-vvg n2 vvb pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1730 | Before you came to this Land, you thought Christ and persecution, Christ and the meanest condition, | Before you Come to this Land, you Thought christ and persecution, christ and the Meanest condition, | p-acp pn22 vvd p-acp d n1, pn22 vvd np1 cc n1, np1 cc dt js n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1731 | nay Christ and death would be sweet: the Lord it may be doth or will try your love; | nay christ and death would be sweet: the Lord it may be does or will try your love; | uh-x np1 cc n1 vmd vbi j: dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi vdz cc vmb vvi po22 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1732 | and here you find Christ and losses in Estate, Christ and crosses in your Family, Christ and many fears, and toils, and cares. | and Here you find christ and losses in Estate, christ and Crosses in your Family, christ and many fears, and toils, and Cares. | cc av pn22 vvb np1 cc n2 p-acp n1, np1 cc n2 p-acp po22 n1, np1 cc d n2, cc n2, cc n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1733 | Do you love him now as well as ever you did for all this? Oh never was my heart worse! | Do you love him now as well as ever you did for all this? O never was my heart Worse! | vdb pn22 vvi pno31 av c-acp av c-acp av pn22 vdd p-acp d d? uh av vbds po11 n1 av-jc! | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1734 | I doubt not but a discerning Christian may see how all the world is against Christ, | I doubt not but a discerning Christian may see how all the world is against christ, | pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt j-vvg np1 vmb vvi c-crq d dt n1 vbz p-acp np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1735 | nay many Traytors in his own Family, who love the bagg more than Christ. Many foolish Virgins who love their sleep and sloth more than Christ; | nay many Traitors in his own Family, who love the bag more than christ. Many foolish Virgins who love their sleep and sloth more than christ; | uh-x d n2 p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq vvb dt n1 av-dc cs np1. av-d j n2 r-crq vvb po32 n1 cc n1 av-dc cs np1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1736 | nay the hearts and Spirits of his own Friends declining, that there is not that life of Christ, that presence, | nay the hearts and Spirits of his own Friends declining, that there is not that life of christ, that presence, | uh-x dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 d n2 vvg, cst pc-acp vbz xx d n1 pp-f np1, cst n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1737 | and savour, and power of Christ in Hearts, in Prayers, in Lives, and no complaints of this: | and savour, and power of christ in Hearts, in Prayers, in Lives, and no complaints of this: | cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, cc dx n2 pp-f d: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1738 | Now is the fittest time of love, when no eye sees, when no heart loves him, | Now is the Fittest time of love, when no eye sees, when no heart loves him, | av vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dx n1 vvz, c-crq dx n1 vvz pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1739 | or cares for him, Psalm 119. 126, 127. Therefore I love thy commands, when he is shut out of every heart, | or Cares for him, Psalm 119. 126, 127. Therefore I love thy commands, when he is shut out of every heart, | cc vvz p-acp pno31, n1 crd crd, crd av pns11 vvb po21 n2, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn av pp-f d n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1740 | when none to receive him, if any love it will appear now. | when none to receive him, if any love it will appear now. | c-crq pix p-acp vvi pno31, cs d vvb pn31 vmb vvi av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 300 | Page 53 |
1741 | 5. He doth love thee constantly every moment, Iohn 13. 1. 2. He hath thee every moment in his own bosom, every moment thou art sinning, and he is pardoning. | 5. He does love thee constantly every moment, John 13. 1. 2. He hath thee every moment in his own bosom, every moment thou art sinning, and he is pardoning. | crd pns31 vdz vvi pno21 av-j d n1, np1 crd crd crd pns31 vhz pno21 d n1 p-acp po31 d n1, d n1 pns21 vb2r vvg, cc pns31 vbz vvg. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 53 |
1742 | Sin, and Satan, and Hell, and wrath are every moment waiting to hurt thee, and he is every moment watching over thee, redeeming of thee. | since, and Satan, and Hell, and wrath Are every moment waiting to hurt thee, and he is every moment watching over thee, redeeming of thee. | n1, cc np1, cc n1, cc n1 vbr d n1 vvg pc-acp vvi pno21, cc pns31 vbz d n1 vvg p-acp pno21, vvg pp-f pno21. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1743 | Every moment sin and justice cry against thee, and yet he is continually making intercession for thee, Isai. 27. 2, 3. Every moment he is blessing when thou art sinning. | Every moment since and Justice cry against thee, and yet he is continually making Intercession for thee, Isaiah 27. 2, 3. Every moment he is blessing when thou art sinning. | np1 n1 n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp pno21, cc av pns31 vbz av-j vvg n1 p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd, crd np1 n1 pns31 vbz vvg c-crq pns21 vb2r vvg. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1744 | Oh the unknown love of the Lord Jesus! Oh these fits of love are not fit for him. | O the unknown love of the Lord jesus! O these fits of love Are not fit for him. | uh dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1! uh d vvz pp-f n1 vbr xx j p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1745 | Love him every moment, delight in him every moment. | Love him every moment, delight in him every moment. | n1 pno31 d n1, vvb p-acp pno31 d n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1746 | When a man hath a fire every moment warming him, but still is cold, it's a sad sign that Death is near: | When a man hath a fire every moment warming him, but still is cold, it's a sad Signen that Death is near: | c-crq dt n1 vhz dt n1 d n1 vvg pno31, cc-acp av vbz j-jn, pn31|vbz dt j n1 cst n1 vbz j: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1747 | You can love him sometimes in a Sermon, but soon after cold again, or in a Sacrament, and presently heart-dead again: | You can love him sometime in a Sermon, but soon After cold again, or in a Sacrament, and presently heart-dead again: | pn22 vmb vvi pno31 av p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av c-acp j-jn av, cc p-acp dt n1, cc av-j j av: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1748 | or after answer to Prayers, and some special deliverances, and then the heart is un-affected again, | or After answer to Prayers, and Some special Deliverances, and then the heart is unaffected again, | cc p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cc d j n2, cc av dt n1 vbz j av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1749 | and so a little pang of love must content Christ: | and so a little pang of love must content christ: | cc av dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi np1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 301 | Page 54 |
1753 | Men in love will follow their work, |
Men in love will follow their work, and Women will do the Housewifry of the house, and yet love is At notime to seek to their Husbands, | n2 p-acp n1 vmb vvi po32 n1, cc n2 vmb vdi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av n1 vbz p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 303 | Page 54 |
1754 | and shall the Lord have lesse? | and shall the Lord have less? | cc vmb dt n1 vhb dc? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 303 | Page 54 |
1755 | 6. He loves thee with an unmeasurable love, Rom. 5. 20. Where sin, there Grace hath abounded: | 6. He loves thee with an unmeasurable love, Rom. 5. 20. Where since, there Grace hath abounded: | crd pns31 vvz pno21 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd q-crq n1, a-acp n1 vhz vvn: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 304 | Page 54 |
1756 | hence Eph. 2. 3, 4. Love, and great love, vers. 7. Exceeding riches of his Grace: For there is in Christ. | hence Ephesians 2. 3, 4. Love, and great love, vers. 7. Exceeding riches of his Grace: For there is in christ. | av np1 crd crd, crd n1, cc j n1, fw-la. crd vvg n2 pp-f po31 n1: p-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 304 | Page 54 |
1757 | 1. A created love. One man loves another exceedingly, as Ionathan did David. Now he hath the perfection of all humane or Angelical love towards his people put in him. | 1. A created love. One man loves Another exceedingly, as Ionathan did David. Now he hath the perfection of all humane or Angelical love towards his people put in him. | crd dt j-vvn n1. crd n1 vvz j-jn av-vvg, c-acp np1 vdd np1. av pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 305 | Page 54 |
1758 | 2. Increated love, infinite love of a God, and hence 'tis immeasurable. He thinks nothing he doth too much, nothing he gives too dear: | 2. Increated love, infinite love of a God, and hence it's immeasurable. He thinks nothing he does too much, nothing he gives too dear: | crd j n1, j n1 pp-f dt np1, cc av pn31|vbz j. pns31 vvz pix pns31 vdz av av-d, pix pns31 vvz av j-jn: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1759 | hence when world is slain, Satan cast out, when he is out sin must out; when some sins removed, the rest must; | hence when world is slave, Satan cast out, when he is out since must out; when Some Sins removed, the rest must; | av c-crq n1 vbz vvn, np1 vvd av, c-crq pns31 vbz av n1 vmb av; c-crq d n2 vvn, dt n1 vmb; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1760 | when they are out, then death must; when Death, then Hell. And when there is no life, no Grace, he works it; it decaies, he restores it; | when they Are out, then death must; when Death, then Hell. And when there is no life, no Grace, he works it; it decays, he restores it; | c-crq pns32 vbr av, cs n1 vmb; c-crq n1, cs n1. cc c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1, pns31 vvz pn31; pn31 vvz, pns31 vvz pn31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1761 | it cannot act, he quickens it; it cannot, doth not grow, he waters it. He hath given thee the earth, and the dayes of peace and patience; those are too little: | it cannot act, he quickens it; it cannot, does not grow, he waters it. He hath given thee the earth, and the days of peace and patience; those Are too little: | pn31 vmbx vvi, pns31 vvz pn31; pn31 vmbx, vdz xx vvi, pns31 n2 pn31. pns31 vhz vvn pno21 dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; d vbr av j: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1762 | he calls thee, and when thou canst not come, draws thee, and gives thee pardon: that is too little: | he calls thee, and when thou Canst not come, draws thee, and gives thee pardon: that is too little: | pns31 vvz pno21, cc c-crq pns21 vm2 xx vvi, vvz pno21, cc vvz pno21 vvb: cst vbz av j: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1763 | he gives earth to thee, that is too little: (world is theirs) he gives Heaven to thee, that's too little (for they are made Co-heirs:) he gives promise to thee, that is too little: | he gives earth to thee, that is too little: (world is theirs) he gives Heaven to thee, that's too little (for they Are made Coheirs:) he gives promise to thee, that is too little: | pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno21, cst vbz av j: (n1 vbz png32) pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno21, d|vbz av j (c-acp pns32 vbr vvn n2:) pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno21, cst vbz av j: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1764 | he gives himself, and Spirit, and can he do more? Yes, we cannot drink in all that goodnesse and love; | he gives himself, and Spirit, and can he do more? Yes, we cannot drink in all that Goodness and love; | pns31 vvz px31, cc n1, cc vmb pns31 vdi dc? uh, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp d cst n1 cc n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1765 | hence he gives eternity to thee, and he shall more and more enlighten thee: | hence he gives eternity to thee, and he shall more and more enlighten thee: | av pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno21, cc pns31 vmb n1 cc av-dc vvi pno21: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1766 | not only let thy Soul live to blesse him, but thy poor body, and every dust of it to be raised up to Glory with him. | not only let thy Soul live to bless him, but thy poor body, and every dust of it to be raised up to Glory with him. | xx av-j vvi po21 n1 vvi pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp po21 j n1, cc d n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1767 | What the Lord promised to Abraham, In blessing I will blesse, that portion is thine. Oh now love him without measure. | What the Lord promised to Abraham, In blessing I will bless, that portion is thine. O now love him without measure. | q-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, p-acp n1 pns11 vmb vvi, cst n1 vbz png21. uh av vvb pno31 p-acp n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1768 | Oh how I love thy law ! how did David love it? I cannot tell; | O how I love thy law! how did David love it? I cannot tell; | uh c-crq pns11 vvb po21 n1! q-crq vdd np1 vvb pn31? pns11 vmbx vvi; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1769 | but if he loved the word of Christ, then much more the person of Christ, the presence of Christ, everlasting fellowship with Christ. | but if he loved the word of christ, then much more the person of christ, the presence of christ, everlasting fellowship with christ. | cc-acp cs pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, av av-d av-dc dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, j n1 p-acp np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1770 | Oh take heed of giving Christ, and measuring out unto Christ his portion, his allowance, that when the Lord comes to you for more love (as he doth daily) you give him that answer which many do in their practice, you have let him have as much as you can: | O take heed of giving christ, and measuring out unto christ his portion, his allowance, that when the Lord comes to you for more love (as he does daily) you give him that answer which many do in their practice, you have let him have as much as you can: | uh vvb n1 pp-f vvg np1, cc vvg av p-acp np1 po31 n1, po31 n1, cst c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp dc n1 (c-acp pns31 vdz av-j) pn22 vvb pno31 d n1 r-crq d vdb p-acp po32 n1, pn22 vhb vvn pno31 vhi p-acp d c-acp pn22 vmb: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1771 | so that you cannot spare any more from your selves, from a base world, from Wife, | so that you cannot spare any more from your selves, from a base world, from Wife, | av cst pn22 vmbx vvi d dc p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1772 | and Child, and Creature, from a slothful course: you hope the Lord will accept of that little he hath. | and Child, and Creature, from a slothful course: you hope the Lord will accept of that little he hath. | cc n1, cc n1, p-acp dt j n1: pn22 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi pp-f cst j pns31 vhz. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1773 | I confesse a little water in a Spring is better than much that comes by Land-floods, | I confess a little water in a Spring is better than much that comes by Land-floods, | pns11 vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz jc cs d cst vvz p-acp n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1774 | but be sure it be a Spring, else not accepted. Beloved, time was you lived without Christ, did nothing for him: now you do; | but be sure it be a Spring, Else not accepted. beloved, time was you lived without christ, did nothing for him: now you do; | cc-acp vbi j pn31 vbb dt n1, av xx vvn. j-vvn, n1 vbds pn22 vvd p-acp np1, vdd pix p-acp pno31: av pn22 vdb; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1775 | and what thou dost this year, did'st last year, and no more: what love Christ had yesterday, the same he hath to day and no more: | and what thou dost this year, didst last year, and no more: what love christ had yesterday, the same he hath to day and no more: | cc q-crq pns21 vd2 d n1, vdd2 vvi n1, cc dx av-dc: r-crq n1 np1 vhd av-an, dt d pns31 vhz p-acp n1 cc dx av-dc: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1776 | Will you thus stint the Lord? Either do more, give more, or mourn you cannot: | Will you thus stint the Lord? Either doe more, give more, or mourn you cannot: | vmb pn22 av vvi dt n1? av-d n1 av-dc, vvb av-dc, cc vvb pn22 vmbx: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1777 | Oh one life, one heart is too little for him. | O one life, one heart is too little for him. | uh crd n1, crd n1 vbz av j c-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1778 | It hath put me to sad fears of many mens estates to see this frame, a world of sin without measure every day: | It hath put me to sad fears of many men's estates to see this frame, a world of since without measure every day: | pn31 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp j n2 pp-f d ng2 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 d n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1779 | where is the Christian that loves the Lord the more every day? how can any then say much is forgiven, | where is the Christian that loves the Lord the more every day? how can any then say much is forgiven, | c-crq vbz dt njp cst vvz dt n1 dt av-dc d n1? q-crq vmb d av vvb d vbz vvn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1780 | when they do not love much. | when they do not love much. | c-crq pns32 vdb xx n1 av-d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 306 | Page 54 |
1781 | 7. He loves thee now in Glory, there hath prepared a place for thee, Iohn 14. 1, 2, 3. where he long• for thee, Iohn 17. 24. You know Pharaoh 's Butler when exalted to his place, forgot poor Ioseph. One would think now the Lord Jesus is in Glory, | 7. He loves thee now in Glory, there hath prepared a place for thee, John 14. 1, 2, 3. where he long• for thee, John 17. 24. You know Pharaoh is Butler when exalted to his place, forgotten poor Ioseph. One would think now the Lord jesus is in Glory, | crd pns31 vvz pno21 av p-acp n1, pc-acp vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd, crd, crd c-crq pns31 n1 p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb np1 vbz n1 c-crq vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvd j np1. crd vmd vvi av dt n1 np1 vbz p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1782 | and hath God, and Angels, and his Kingdom to content him, he should never look after such a worm, such a poor helplesse creature as thee. | and hath God, and Angels, and his Kingdom to content him, he should never look After such a worm, such a poor helpless creature as thee. | cc vhz np1, cc n2, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vmd av-x vvi p-acp d dt n1, d dt j j n1 p-acp pno21. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1783 | But as the High Priest carried the Names on his breast, and precious stones, so the Lord Jesus hath thy Name writ upon his very heart. | But as the High Priest carried the Names on his breast, and precious stones, so the Lord jesus hath thy Name writ upon his very heart. | cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 vvd dt n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc j n2, av dt n1 np1 vhz po21 n1 vvn p-acp po31 j n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1784 | Oh now love him when he exalts thee to Glory, to give thee the Kingdom of Heaven on earth, with peace and quietnesse. | O now love him when he exalts thee to Glory, to give thee the Kingdom of Heaven on earth, with peace and quietness. | uh av vvb pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz pno21 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1785 | When Germany lies in blood, and Eastern Churches slain by the Dragon, devoured by the Turk, when Englands lights and lamps are going out, no people have such peace, such glory in so small a time. | When Germany lies in blood, and Eastern Churches slave by the Dragon, devoured by the Turk, when Englands lights and lamps Are going out, no people have such peace, such glory in so small a time. | c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1, cc j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp dt np1, c-crq npg1 n2 cc n2 vbr vvg av, dx n1 vhb d n1, d n1 p-acp av j dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1786 | Beloved, now where is love? The Churches of Christ never lost their love so much as when they had their peace, | beloved, now where is love? The Churches of christ never lost their love so much as when they had their peace, | j-vvn, av q-crq vbz n1? dt n2 pp-f np1 av-x vvd po32 n1 av av-d c-acp c-crq pns32 vhd po32 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1787 | and have been 1600 years a learning by A•flictions and Persecutions, h•w to enjoy their peace, | and have been 1600 Years a learning by A•flictions and Persecutions, h•w to enjoy their peace, | cc vhb vbn crd n2 dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, av pc-acp vvi po32 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1788 | and to have their love smell as sweet then, as when be••en most, and yet have not, | and to have their love smell as sweet then, as when be••en most, and yet have not, | cc pc-acp vhi po32 n1 vvi c-acp j av, c-acp c-crq n2 ds, cc av vhb xx, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1789 | but like the Globe without the Crosse in the Emblem rolling and running farther and fa•ther from God, In Cruce quies. Oh unreasonable to love him least whom he tenders most. | but like the Globe without the Cross in the Emblem rolling and running farther and fa•ther from God, In Cruce quies. O unreasonable to love him least whom he tenders most. | cc-acp av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg cc vvg av-jc cc av-jc p-acp np1, p-acp np1 fw-la. uh j pc-acp vvi pno31 ds r-crq pns31 vvz av-ds. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1790 | Doth not Prayer grow cold for the Name of Christ, for the Churches of Christ? then love grows cold. | Does not Prayer grow cold for the Name of christ, for the Churches of christ? then love grows cold. | vdz xx n1 vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? av n1 vvz j-jn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1791 | Doth not plenty of means make thy soul sleight means: | Does not plenty of means make thy soul sleight means: | vdz xx n1 pp-f n2 vvb po21 n1 n1 vvz: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1792 | when you went many miles to hear, and had scarce bread at home, Oh you thought if once you had such liberties! | when you went many miles to hear, and had scarce bred At home, O you Thought if once you had such Liberties! | c-crq pn22 vvd d n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vhd av-j vvn p-acp n1-an, uh pn22 vvd cs a-acp pn22 vhd d n2! | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1793 | but when they are made yours, now what fruit. | but when they Are made yours, now what fruit. | cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn png22, av q-crq n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1794 | Dost not fall in affections to Saints? Oh love dies, Christ deals not so with thee, | Dost not fallen in affections to Saints? O love die, christ deals not so with thee, | vd2 xx vvi p-acp n2 p-acp n2? uh n1 vvz, np1 vvz xx av p-acp pno21, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1795 | and who knows but in Rocks and Mountains of the Wildernesse thou maist lament these evils which peace breed now? | and who knows but in Rocks and Mountains of the Wilderness thou Mayest lament these evils which peace breed now? | cc r-crq vvz cc-acp p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pns21 vm2 vvi d n2-jn r-crq n1 vvb av? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 307 | Page 55 |
1796 | 8. He loves thee so as when any evil toucheth thee, he hath a feeling of it, | 8. He loves thee so as when any evil touches thee, he hath a feeling of it, | crd pns31 vvz pno21 av c-acp c-crq d n-jn vvz pno21, pns31 vhz dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1797 | and is grieved at it, Iud. 10. 16. Isai. 63. 9. nay he then comforts thee most, both in them, | and is grieved At it, Iud. 10. 16. Isaiah 63. 9. nay he then comforts thee most, both in them, | cc vbz vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd uh-x pns31 av vvz pno21 av-ds, d p-acp pno32, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1798 | and by them, Iohn 14. 27. Not as the world gives peace, so give I it to you: | and by them, John 14. 27. Not as the world gives peace, so give I it to you: | cc p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd xx c-acp dt n1 vvz n1, av vvb pns11 pn31 p-acp pn22: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1799 | Oh then grieve thou for those evils that betide him, the wrongs that others offer him, | O then grieve thou for those evils that betide him, the wrongs that Others offer him, | uh av vvb pns21 p-acp d n2-jn cst vvb pno31, dt n2-jn d n2-jn vvb pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1800 | but especially the unkindnesse thy own Soul shews him, Mark 5. 3. He mourned for the hardnesse of their heart, Eph. 4. 29, 30. Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, and grieve not the Holy Ghost, Heb. 3. 10. Forty years long was I grieved because they erred; | but especially the unkindness thy own Soul shows him, Mark 5. 3. He mourned for the hardness of their heart, Ephesians 4. 29, 30. Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your Mouth, and grieve not the Holy Ghost, Hebrew 3. 10. Forty Years long was I grieved Because they erred; | cc-acp av-j dt n1 po21 d n1 vvz pno31, vvb crd crd pns31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, np1 crd crd, crd vvb dx j n1 vvi av pp-f po22 n1, cc vvb xx dt j n1, np1 crd crd crd n2 av-j vbds pns11 vvn c-acp pns32 vvd; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1801 | I confesse you will wrong him, but will you, must you be impenitent too? Did his enemies grieve him on earth, | I confess you will wrong him, but will you, must you be impenitent too? Did his enemies grieve him on earth, | pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi pno31, cc-acp vmb pn22, vmb pn22 vbi j av? vdd po31 n2 vvi pno31 p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1802 | and shall his Friends grieve him in Heaven, and no sorrows, no secret tears? he hath shed his Blood for thy sin, it shall never condemn, | and shall his Friends grieve him in Heaven, and no sorrows, no secret tears? he hath shed his Blood for thy since, it shall never condemn, | cc vmb po31 n2 vvb pno31 p-acp n1, cc dx n2, dx j-jn n2? pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp po21 n1, pn31 vmb av-x vvi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1803 | and wilt not thou shed tears? Is there no good Nature? But what is there no spirit of mourning? It may be many a day and week hast thou grieved him, | and wilt not thou shed tears? Is there no good Nature? But what is there no Spirit of mourning? It may be many a day and Week hast thou grieved him, | cc vm2 xx pns21 vvi n2? vbz pc-acp dx j n1? p-acp r-crq vbz pc-acp dx n1 pp-f n1? pn31 vmb vbi d dt n1 cc n1 vvb pns21 vvn pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1804 | and not a sigh to any purpose to ease thee of thy sin, but what hath eased thee in thy sin. | and not a sighs to any purpose to ease thee of thy since, but what hath eased thee in thy since. | cc xx dt n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 pp-f po21 n1, cc-acp q-crq vhz vvn pno21 p-acp po21 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1805 | Oh now comfort his heart again after thou hast most grieved him; comfort his Spirit that is dying sighing in thee; | O now Comfort his heart again After thou hast most grieved him; Comfort his Spirit that is dying sighing in thee; | uh av vvi po31 n1 av c-acp pns21 vh2 av-ds vvn pno31; vvb po31 n1 cst vbz vvg vvg p-acp pno21; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1806 | as he comforts thee by thy troubles, comfort him by making a right use of all thy sins to be more humble, more vile, to love him the more, | as he comforts thee by thy Troubles, Comfort him by making a right use of all thy Sins to be more humble, more vile, to love him the more, | c-acp pns31 vvz pno21 p-acp po21 n2, vvb pno31 p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f d po21 n2 pc-acp vbi av-dc j, av-dc j, pc-acp vvi pno31 dt av-dc, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1807 | and love thy self the lesse, as the Prodigal Son, Luke 15. 18, 20, 24. | and love thy self the less, as the Prodigal Son, Lycia 15. 18, 20, 24. | cc vvb po21 n1 dt av-dc, c-acp dt j-jn n1, av crd crd, crd, crd | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 308 | Page 55 |
1808 | 9. He loves thee so, that though he departs, he will not, doth not stay long from thee, | 9. He loves thee so, that though he departs, he will not, does not stay long from thee, | crd pns31 vvz pno21 av, cst cs pns31 vvz, pns31 vmb xx, vdz xx vvi av-j p-acp pno21, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1809 | though you may think it long, Isai. 54. 7. Hence it's wonder to see when heart gone, love lost, life lost, | though you may think it long, Isaiah 54. 7. Hence it's wonder to see when heart gone, love lost, life lost, | cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av-j, np1 crd crd av pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq n1 vvn, n1 vvn, n1 vvn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1810 | yet suddenly thou art brought down on thy knees: Oh 'tis the Lord that doth it: | yet suddenly thou art brought down on thy knees: O it's the Lord that does it: | av av-j pns21 vb2r vvn a-acp p-acp po21 n2: uh pn31|vbz dt n1 cst vdz pn31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1811 | Thou wast in sorrow of heart, he did not stay long, but came and comforted thee; | Thou wast in sorrow of heart, he did not stay long, but Come and comforted thee; | pns21 vbd2s p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vdd xx vvi av-j, cc-acp vvd cc vvd pno21; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1812 | thou wast in thy sins, it was not long but he delivered thee; | thou wast in thy Sins, it was not long but he Delivered thee; | pns21 vbd2s p-acp po21 n2, pn31 vbds xx av-j p-acp pns31 vvd pno21; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1813 | thou wast in want of knowledg of him, it hath not been long but that he hath revealed the Lord to thee; | thou wast in want of knowledge of him, it hath not been long but that he hath revealed the Lord to thee; | pns21 vbd2s p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pno31, pn31 vhz xx vbn j p-acp cst pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno21; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1814 | thou hast been in afflictions and troubles, it hath not been long but he hath heard thee: | thou hast been in afflictions and Troubles, it hath not been long but he hath herd thee: | pns21 vh2 vbn p-acp n2 cc n2, pn31 vhz xx vbn j p-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno21: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1815 | So give him the like love. I know you will fall from him in love, in delight, in care; | So give him the like love. I know you will fallen from him in love, in delight, in care; | av vvb pno31 dt j n1. pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1816 | but do not stay long from him. | but do not stay long from him. | cc-acp vdb xx vvi av-j p-acp pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1817 | Sometime the baits of the world will draw thee from him when thou hast thy ease and peace, Oh think it was better with me once than now; | Sometime the baits of the world will draw thee from him when thou hast thy ease and peace, O think it was better with me once than now; | av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp pno31 c-crq pns21 vh2 po21 n1 cc n1, uh vvb pn31 vbds jc p-acp pno11 c-acp cs av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 55 |
1818 | when fears drive thee from him, yet return, 1 Sam. 12. 21, 22. Oh here is that which hardens hearts, breaks your peace, | when fears drive thee from him, yet return, 1 Sam. 12. 21, 22. O Here is that which hardens hearts, breaks your peace, | c-crq n2 vvb pno21 p-acp pno31, av vvb, crd np1 crd crd, crd uh av vbz d r-crq vvz n2, vvz po22 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 56 |
1819 | and grieves the Lord so as he is forced to send many sad afflictions, because you lie in your falls: | and grieves the Lord so as he is forced to send many sad afflictions, Because you lie in your falls: | cc vvz dt n1 av c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d j n2, c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 56 |
1820 | Oh be not long, no• far from him. He returns to thee when thou art most unkind to him: | O be not long, no• Far from him. He returns to thee when thou art most unkind to him: | uh vbi xx j, n1 av-j p-acp pno31. pns31 vvz p-acp pno21 c-crq pns21 vb2r av-ds j p-acp pno31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 56 |
1821 | return when he is ever kind. He returns to thee though he hath no need of thee, thou hast of him; He will not leave thee: Oh leave not him! | return when he is ever kind. He returns to thee though he hath no need of thee, thou hast of him; He will not leave thee: O leave not him! | vvb c-crq pns31 vbz av j. pns31 vvz p-acp pno21 cs pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f pno21, pns21 vh2 pp-f pno31; pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21: uh vvb xx pno31! | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 309 | Page 56 |
1822 | 10. He hath from before all worlds loved thee, when no reason for it, Ier. 31. 1, 2, 3. Thou hast neglected to love him long, all thy youth, | 10. He hath from before all world's loved thee, when no reason for it, Jeremiah 31. 1, 2, 3. Thou hast neglected to love him long, all thy youth, | crd pns31 vhz p-acp a-acp d n2 vvd pno21, c-crq dx n1 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns21 vh2 vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, d po21 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 310 | Page 56 |
1823 | nay it may be all thy life; | nay it may be all thy life; | uh-x pn31 vmb vbi d po21 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 310 | Page 56 |
1824 | Oh you beloved of the Lord begin to do it now, when there is all reason for it, | O you Beloved of the Lord begin to do it now, when there is all reason for it, | uh pn22 vvn pp-f dt n1 vvb pc-acp vdi pn31 av, c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1 c-acp pn31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 310 | Page 56 |
1825 | when Heaven calls for it, Earth calls for it, Ordinances plead for it, Spirit saith come, and calls for it too. | when Heaven calls for it, Earth calls for it, Ordinances plead for it, Spirit Says come, and calls for it too. | c-crq n1 vvz p-acp pn31, n1 vvz p-acp pn31, n2 vvb p-acp pn31, n1 vvz vvn, cc vvz p-acp pn31 av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 310 | Page 56 |
1826 | It may be thy life is not long. What not yet? But how shall I come to do this, |
It may be thy life is not long. What not yet? But how shall I come to do this, thus to love the Lord? | pn31 vmb vbi po21 n1 vbz xx j. q-crq xx av? cc-acp q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pc-acp vdi d, av pc-acp vvi dt n1? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 310 | Page 56 |
1827 | The Lord only can plant, |
The Lord only can plant, can water this Grace, yet Because the Lord does it by means, I will give you Some now. | dt n1 av-j vmb vvi, vmb vvi d n1, av c-acp dt n1 vdz pn31 p-acp n2, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 312 | Page 56 |
1828 | 1. Labour to find out the true sweetnesse, and to taste the bitternesse of the deceitful sweetnesse of all Creatures, | 1. Labour to find out the true sweetness, and to taste the bitterness of the deceitful sweetness of all Creatures, | crd n1 pc-acp vvi av dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 313 | Page 56 |
1829 | for this is a rule in reason, a mans affections like streams must run some way: | for this is a Rule in reason, a men affections like streams must run Some Way: | p-acp d vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, dt ng1 n2 av-j n2 vmb vvi d n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 313 | Page 56 |
1830 | and 'tis a rule in Theology, stop the affections from running to the Creature, and in a sincere heart it will run unto Christ, Hos. 2. 6, 7. if it be from all creatures: | and it's a Rule in Theology, stop the affections from running to the Creature, and in a sincere heart it will run unto christ, Hos. 2. 6, 7. if it be from all creatures: | cc pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, vvb dt n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd cs pn31 vbb p-acp d n2: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 313 | Page 56 |
1831 | Now then the affection is turned from the Creature, when it finds the bitternesse of the deceiving sweetnesse of it: | Now then the affection is turned from the Creature, when it finds the bitterness of the deceiving sweetness of it: | av cs dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 313 | Page 56 |
1832 | and Secondly finds out the real sweetnesse of it; | and Secondly finds out the real sweetness of it; | cc ord vvz av dt j n1 pp-f pn31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 313 | Page 56 |
1833 | for make it as a rule, when a mans heart cannot love Christ (unlesse it be when it is benummed) 'tis because he hath somewhat else to joy his heart; | for make it as a Rule, when a men heart cannot love christ (unless it be when it is benumbed) it's Because he hath somewhat Else to joy his heart; | c-acp vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt ng1 n1 vmbx vvi np1 (cs pn31 vbi c-crq pn31 vbz vvn) pn31|vbz p-acp pns31 vhz av av pc-acp vvi po31 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 313 | Page 56 |
1835 | indeed you may and must joy in the real sweetnesse of it, and this will encrease, and not diminish your love. | indeed you may and must joy in the real sweetness of it, and this will increase, and not diminish your love. | av pn22 vmb cc vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc d vmb vvi, cc xx vvi po22 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 313 | Page 56 |
1836 | Quest. What is the real sweetnesse of the Creature? Answ. Christs love: | Quest. What is the real sweetness of the Creature? Answer Christ love: | n1. q-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1? np1 npg1 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 314 | Page 56 |
1837 | Oh see this, if Christ should not love thee, would not thy life be death, thy Salvation from many dangers be Damnation, thy Friends miserable comforters, thy joyes sorrows? what good would any thing do thee if thou hadst these thoughts, all these I have, | O see this, if christ should not love thee, would not thy life be death, thy Salvation from many dangers be Damnation, thy Friends miserable Comforters, thy Joys sorrows? what good would any thing do thee if thou Hadst these thoughts, all these I have, | uh vvb d, cs np1 vmd xx vvi pno21, vmd xx po21 n1 vbi n1, po21 n1 p-acp d n2 vbb n1, po21 n2 j n2, po21 n2 n2? q-crq j vmd d n1 vdb pno21 cs pns21 vhd2 d n2, d d pns11 vhb, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 315 | Page 56 |
1838 | but wrath with them? What comfort can a man take in his Feast, if news were then brought that after 'tis done, you must go to the stake to be burnt? You that joy in your pastimes, one frown of Christ would blast all. | but wrath with them? What Comfort can a man take in his Feast, if news were then brought that After it's done, you must go to the stake to be burned? You that joy in your pastimes, one frown of christ would blast all. | cc-acp n1 p-acp pno32? q-crq n1 vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cs n1 vbdr av vvn cst c-acp pn31|vbz vdn, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn? pn22 cst vvb p-acp po22 n2, crd n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 315 | Page 56 |
1839 | Oh see this, Psalm 63. Thy loving-kindnesse is better than life, in thy favour is life. | O see this, Psalm 63. Thy Lovingkindness is better than life, in thy favour is life. | uh vvb d, n1 crd po21 n1 vbz jc cs n1, p-acp po21 n1 vbz n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 315 | Page 56 |
1840 | Now joy for this, and this will knit your heart nearer to him. For Jesus sake ponder this Point. | Now joy for this, and this will knit your heart nearer to him. For jesus sake ponder this Point. | av vvb p-acp d, cc d vmb vvi po22 n1 av-jc p-acp pno31. p-acp np1 n1 vvi d n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 315 | Page 56 |
1841 | Now 2. Taste the bitternesse of the sweetnesse remaining now 'tis distilled; and Satan shews a Three-fold sweetness, before, in, and after the enjoying of it. | Now 2. Taste the bitterness of the sweetness remaining now it's distilled; and Satan shows a Threefold sweetness, before, in, and After the enjoying of it. | av crd n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg av pn31|vbz vvn; cc np1 vvz dt n1 n1, a-acp, p-acp, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 316 | Page 56 |
1842 | Now 1. Before, remember how they have drawn away and held thy heart from God, done thee more hurt than all afflictions, many a sweet smile hadst thou had from God, but for them. | Now 1. Before, Remember how they have drawn away and held thy heart from God, done thee more hurt than all afflictions, many a sweet smile Hadst thou had from God, but for them. | av crd p-acp, vvb c-crq pns32 vhb vvn av cc vvn po21 n1 p-acp np1, vdn pno21 av-dc n1 cs d n2, d dt j n1 vhd2 pns21 vhd p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp pno32. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 317 | Page 56 |
1843 | 2. In the enjoying of it 'tis sweet, but when 'tis sweet to thee, 'tis then most bitter to the heart of God; | 2. In the enjoying of it it's sweet, but when it's sweet to thee, it's then most bitter to the heart of God; | crd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 pn31|vbz j, cc-acp c-crq pn31|vbz j p-acp pno21, pn31|vbz av av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 318 | Page 56 |
1844 | when thy joy is kindled, the Lords sorrow is stirred up and provoked. 3. After. 1. It will draw thy heart from God: | when thy joy is kindled, the lords sorrow is stirred up and provoked. 3. After. 1. It will draw thy heart from God: | c-crq po21 n1 vbz vvn, dt n2 n1 vbz vvn a-acp cc vvn. crd p-acp. crd pn31 vmb vvi po21 n1 p-acp np1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 318 | Page 56 |
1845 | and 2. It will be bitter in thy belly at last. Whatever sweetnesse draws thee from the love of Christ, Oh it will be bitter. | and 2. It will be bitter in thy belly At last. Whatever sweetness draws thee from the love of christ, O it will be bitter. | cc crd pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp po21 n1 p-acp ord. r-crq n1 vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, uh pn31 vmb vbi j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 319 | Page 56 |
1846 | Rom. 6. 21. Chew upon this, and see if any thing here be worthy of your joy, | Rom. 6. 21. Chew upon this, and see if any thing Here be worthy of your joy, | np1 crd crd np1 p-acp d, cc vvb cs d n1 av vbi j pp-f po22 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 319 | Page 56 |
1847 | and if not, then return to your first Husband. II. Taste the allsufficiency of the love of Christ: | and if not, then return to your First Husband. II Taste the All-sufficiency of the love of christ: | cc cs xx, av vvb p-acp po22 ord n1. crd n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 319 | Page 56 |
1848 | a Woman that is not content with her Husbands love, she will not love him as 'tis fit. | a Woman that is not content with her Husbands love, she will not love him as it's fit. | dt n1 cst vbz xx j p-acp po31 ng1 n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31 c-acp pn31|vbz j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 320 | Page 56 |
1849 | So when other things make love to us, and the Lords love is not enough, Cant. 1. 4. More than wine: hence the upright love thee. Do but sit down and think what this is: | So when other things make love to us, and the lords love is not enough, Cant 1. 4. More than wine: hence the upright love thee. Do but fit down and think what this is: | av c-crq j-jn n2 vvb n1 p-acp pno12, cc dt n2 vvb vbz xx av-d, np1 crd crd av-dc cs n1: av dt j n1 pno21. vdb p-acp vvi a-acp cc vvb r-crq d vbz: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 320 | Page 56 |
1850 | If once he loves thee, what-ever he can he will do for thee, he will order all thy life, not one thing shall hurt thee, every thing in providence shall work for thy glory, sins, sorrows, &c. so as thou shalt say his denyals are better than his gifts, his blows better than smiles, his withdrawings better than his presence, these evils better than joyes, | If once he loves thee, whatever he can he will do for thee, he will order all thy life, not one thing shall hurt thee, every thing in providence shall work for thy glory, Sins, sorrows, etc. so as thou shalt say his denials Are better than his Gifts, his blows better than smiles, his withdrawings better than his presence, these evils better than Joys, | cs a-acp pns31 vvz pno21, j pns31 vmb pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno21, pns31 vmb vvi d po21 n1, xx crd n1 vmb vvi pno21, d n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1, n2, n2, av av c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi po31 n2 vbr jc cs po31 n2, po31 n2 j av vvz, po31 n2-vvg vvi cs po31 n1, d n2-jn jc cs n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 320 | Page 57 |
1973 | Hence go not out to any duty in your own strength, for then you will either not do it, | Hence go not out to any duty in your own strength, for then you will either not do it, | av vvb xx av p-acp d n1 p-acp po22 d n1, c-acp cs pn22 vmb av-d xx vdi pn31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 344 | Page 60 |
1851 | and when once he loves me, he will never leave me, that come life; come death, I am safe. Oh taste this! III. | and when once he loves me, he will never leave me, that come life; come death, I am safe. O taste this! III. | cc c-crq a-acp pns31 vvz pno11, pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno11, cst vvb n1; vvb n1, pns11 vbm j. uh vvb d! np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 320 | Page 57 |
1852 | See the Lord Jesus now as he is, and •n truth this were enough to make any prophane heart love him, much more a Saint espoused to him, | See the Lord jesus now as he is, and •n truth this were enough to make any profane heart love him, much more a Saint espoused to him, | n1 dt n1 np1 av c-acp pns31 vbz, cc j n1 d vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi d j n1 vvi pno31, av-d av-dc dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1853 | but the Lord hath hid himself from their eyes, shall he be so, is he so from yours? 1 Pet. 1. 8. When seeing not with bodily eyes, | but the Lord hath hid himself from their eyes, shall he be so, is he so from yours? 1 Pet. 1. 8. When seeing not with bodily eyes, | cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp po32 n2, vmb pns31 vbi av, vbz pns31 av p-acp png22? crd np1 crd crd c-crq vvg xx p-acp j n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1854 | but with Faith, ye love him, 1 Iohn 3. 1, 2, 3. We shall see him as he is. | but with Faith, you love him, 1 John 3. 1, 2, 3. We shall see him as he is. | cc-acp p-acp n1, pn22 vvb pno31, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns12 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1855 | VVhy suppose the day of doom was come, Christ in the clouds, and all creatures before him, all Angels ministring to him, in all the Glory of his Father; | Why suppose the day of doom was come, christ in the Clouds, and all creatures before him, all Angels ministering to him, in all the Glory of his Father; | q-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, np1 p-acp dt n2, cc d n2 p-acp pno31, d n2 j-vvg p-acp pno31, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1856 | Oh then the love of Christ, Oh one smile, one word of Christ would be precious. | O then the love of christ, O one smile, one word of christ would be precious. | uh av dt n1 pp-f np1, uh crd n1, crd n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1857 | Lord that men should be in a Dream! | Lord that men should be in a Dream! | n1 cst n2 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1! | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1858 | See Christ a little higher set in his Throne, a place more glorious, though lesse seen, in all the Glory of his Father, all mighty Angels ministring to him, all the world put into his hand, doing what he will, and all he will; | See christ a little higher Set in his Throne, a place more glorious, though less seen, in all the Glory of his Father, all mighty Angels ministering to him, all the world put into his hand, doing what he will, and all he will; | n1 np1 dt av-j jc vvn p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 av-dc j, cs av-dc vvn, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, d j n2 j-vvg p-acp pno31, d dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, vdg r-crq pns31 vmb, cc d pns31 vmb; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1859 | why will you not love him now? Is the Gospel a Fable? say so if it be, | why will you not love him now? Is the Gospel a Fable? say so if it be, | q-crq vmb pn22 xx vvi pno31 av? vbz dt n1 dt n1? vvb av cs pn31 vbb, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1860 | then love him not if you can. | then love him not if you can. | av vvb pno31 xx cs pn22 vmb. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1861 | VVhen Simeon and the VVise men saw him, though but in his abasement, they honoured him, much more now if see him in glory. | When Simeon and the Wise men saw him, though but in his abasement, they honoured him, much more now if see him in glory. | c-crq np1 cc dt j n2 vvd pno31, cs cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vvd pno31, av-d av-dc av cs vvi pno31 p-acp n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1862 | It's a question whether the beams of the Sun are fire: Some demonstrate it thus, Take a Glasse and gather together the beams, it burns. | It's a question whither the beams of the Sun Are fire: some demonstrate it thus, Take a Glass and gather together the beams, it burns. | pn31|vbz dt n1 cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n1: d vvb pn31 av, vvb dt n1 cc vvi av dt n2, pn31 vvz. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1863 | Therefore so if you would see so as to be affected, gather together the beams of his glory and love; | Therefore so if you would see so as to be affected, gather together the beams of his glory and love; | av av cs pn22 vmd vvi av c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn, vvb av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1864 | Thus you see the means to get fit love, and if it be lost, Oh now get it again, | Thus you see the means to get fit love, and if it be lost, O now get it again, | av pn22 vvb dt n2 pc-acp vvi j n1, cc cs pn31 vbb vvn, uh av vvb pn31 av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1865 | lest the Lord strain for it, else you are not fit, and if it be not any love that sufficeth, much lesse no love, as in many of you: | lest the Lord strain for it, Else you Are not fit, and if it be not any love that Suffices, much less no love, as in many of you: | cs dt n1 vvb p-acp pn31, av pn22 vbr xx j, cc cs pn31 vbb xx d n1 cst vvz, av-d av-dc zz n1, c-acp p-acp d pp-f pn22: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1866 | but consider 1 Cor. 16. 22. He that loves not Christ, let him be accursed: | but Consider 1 Cor. 16. 22. He that loves not christ, let him be accursed: | cc-acp vvb crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz xx np1, vvb pno31 vbi vvn: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1867 | Oh that this might be won from you, O little love goes out to Christ, who sees it not? Ordinances of Christ, men are weary of them, the truths of Christ, despise them, the Servants of Christ, they quarrel with them. | O that this might be wone from you, Oh little love Goes out to christ, who sees it not? Ordinances of christ, men Are weary of them, the truths of christ, despise them, the Servants of christ, they quarrel with them. | uh cst d vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn22, uh j n1 vvz av p-acp np1, r-crq vvz pn31 xx? n2 pp-f np1, n2 vbr j pp-f pno32, dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb pno32, dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb p-acp pno32. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1868 | Now recover your Love, the Lord help you so to do. SECT. III. TO do the work of Christ, |
Now recover your Love, the Lord help you so to do. SECT. III. TO do the work of christ, to be daily At it, and finishing of it; | av vvb po22 n1, dt n1 vvb pn22 av pc-acp vdi. n1. np1. p-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31, cc vvg pp-f pn31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 321 | Page 57 |
1869 | for look as it was with the Head, 'tis so with all the Members that are to remain a while in this life, they have some work to do for the Lord; | for look as it was with the Head, it's so with all the Members that Are to remain a while in this life, they have Some work to do for the Lord; | c-acp vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz av p-acp d dt n2 cst vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, pns32 vhb d n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 322 | Page 57 |
1870 | some common, some special work, and when that is done, now they are ready to return home again. | Some Common, Some special work, and when that is done, now they Are ready to return home again. | d j, d j n1, cc c-crq d vbz vdn, av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi av-an av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 322 | Page 57 |
1871 | Hence Iohn 17. 4, 5. I have finished the work, and now he stands at the door and knocks, | Hence John 17. 4, 5. I have finished the work, and now he Stands At the door and knocks, | av np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, cc av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 322 | Page 57 |
1872 | and is ready for entrance, Now glorifie me with thy self, and you shall find a faithful heart will neither be willing nor ready to go till this is done. | and is ready for Entrance, Now Glorify me with thy self, and you shall find a faithful heart will neither be willing nor ready to go till this is done. | cc vbz j p-acp n1, av vvi pno11 p-acp po21 n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 vmb av-dx vbi j ccx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d vbz vdn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 322 | Page 57 |
1873 | What is this work I am to do? |
What is this work I am to do? I have answered this elsewhere At large, yet these two things I would say. | q-crq vbz d n1 pns11 vbm pc-acp vdi? pns11 vhb vvn d av p-acp j, av d crd n2 pns11 vmd vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 323 | Page 57 |
1874 | 1. That a mans chief work lies not in facile duties, for though Grace and Christs •pirit makes duties easie, his yoke easie; | 1. That a men chief work lies not in facile duties, for though Grace and Christ •pirit makes duties easy, his yoke easy; | crd cst dt ng1 j-jn n1 vvz xx p-acp j n2, c-acp cs n1 cc npg1 n1 vvz n2 j, po31 n1 j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 325 | Page 57 |
1875 | yet there is a contrary Spirit that will make them hard and difficult at first. | yet there is a contrary Spirit that will make them hard and difficult At First. | av a-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 cst vmb vvi pno32 j cc j p-acp ord. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 325 | Page 57 |
1876 | 2. Least I should leave you unsatisfied altogether, we shall find a christian life is carried with a double motion: 1. In seeking of God in his Ordinances. 2. Or in walking with God out of his Ordinances, these are joyned together, Gen. 6. 8, 9. Noah found Grace, | 2. lest I should leave you unsatisfied altogether, we shall find a christian life is carried with a double motion: 1. In seeking of God in his Ordinances. 2. Or in walking with God out of his Ordinances, these Are joined together, Gen. 6. 8, 9. Noah found Grace, | crd cs pns11 vmd vvi pn22 j-vvn-u av, pns12 vmb vvi dt njp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1: crd p-acp vvg pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2. crd cc p-acp vvg p-acp np1 av pp-f po31 n2, d vbr vvn av, np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvn n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 57 |
1877 | hence sought it, though not in the eyes of the world: and hence Noah walked with God. | hence sought it, though not in the eyes of the world: and hence Noah walked with God. | av vvd pn31, cs xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: cc av np1 vvd p-acp np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 57 |
1878 | Hence we see Christ was sometime in the Mount alone, Sometime abroad going up and down doing good. | Hence we see christ was sometime in the Mount alone, Sometime abroad going up and down doing good. | av pns12 vvb np1 vbds av p-acp dt n1 av-j, av av vvg a-acp cc p-acp vdg j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 57 |
1879 | Moses in the Mount and in the Camp too. | Moses in the Mount and in the Camp too. | np1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 57 |
1880 | Now look as before a man is justified, his chief work then is to seek God in his Ordinances for a principle: | Now look as before a man is justified, his chief work then is to seek God in his Ordinances for a principle: | av vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, po31 j-jn n1 av vbz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 57 |
1881 | so a soul now espoused to Christ is to walk with Christ: now walking implies constant following of another, or a continual work; | so a soul now espoused to christ is to walk with christ: now walking Implies constant following of Another, or a continual work; | av dt n1 av vvn p-acp np1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: av vvg vvz j vvg pp-f j-jn, cc dt j n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 57 |
1882 | so Christ hath work for you every moment. | so christ hath work for you every moment. | av np1 vhz n1 p-acp pn22 d n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 57 |
1883 | Hence in every company, time, place, temptation, enquire thus, Am I not like to lose my time, my heart, Christs honour? What work hath Christ for me to do? hold here, for here lies your work. | Hence in every company, time, place, temptation, inquire thus, Am I not like to loose my time, my heart, Christ honour? What work hath christ for me to do? hold Here, for Here lies your work. | av p-acp d n1, n1, n1, n1, vvi av, vbm pns11 xx av-j pc-acp vvi po11 n1, po11 n1, npg1 n1? q-crq n1 vhz np1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vdi? vvb av, c-acp av vvz po22 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1884 | Look as an ambitious man asks, how serves this for my honour, and Satan how he may dishonour Christ; | Look as an ambitious man asks, how serves this for my honour, and Satan how he may dishonour christ; | n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvz, q-crq vvz d p-acp po11 n1, cc np1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi np1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1885 | so do you ask, how you may honour him, Rom. 6. 19. As you have given your selves instruments of iniquity, &c. And now because we live in times and places wherein men have so much work of their own to do, that Christ is neglected, wherein very few walk with God. | so do you ask, how you may honour him, Rom. 6. 19. As you have given your selves Instruments of iniquity, etc. And now Because we live in times and places wherein men have so much work of their own to do, that christ is neglected, wherein very few walk with God. | av vdb pn22 vvi, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd crd c-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 n2 pp-f n1, av cc av c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n2 cc n2 c-crq n2 vhb av d n1 pp-f po32 d pc-acp vdi, cst np1 vbz vvn, c-crq av d n1 p-acp np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1886 | Hence men taking mens examples for patterns and copies of their course, content themselves to do as others do: | Hence men taking men's Examples for patterns and copies of their course, content themselves to do as Others do: | av n2 vvg ng2 n2 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1, vvi px32 p-acp vdb p-acp n2-jn vdb: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1887 | And this being a close act, mainly consisting in what is unseen; and because men are apt to put off Christ with desires, and serve Satan indeed, | And this being a close act, mainly consisting in what is unseen; and Because men Are apt to put off christ with Desires, and serve Satan indeed, | cc d vbg dt j n1, av-j vvg p-acp r-crq vbz j; cc c-acp n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp np1 p-acp n2, cc vvi np1 av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1927 | and go not to him for it; but in that case he will; as 2 Cor. 12. 9. i. e. 'tis enough, I accept thee: | and go not to him for it; but in that case he will; as 2 Cor. 12. 9. i. e. it's enough, I accept thee: | cc vvb xx p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31; cc-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb; c-acp crd np1 crd crd sy. sy. pn31|vbz d, pns11 vvb pno21: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 335 | Page 59 |
1888 | and because apt to resolve all Religion into some two or three duties or Graces, and because mens hearts are catching at comforts and promises, but commands tedious and burdensome; | and Because apt to resolve all Religion into Some two or three duties or Graces, and Because men's hearts Are catching At comforts and promises, but commands tedious and burdensome; | cc c-acp j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d crd cc crd n2 cc n2, cc p-acp ng2 n2 vbr vvg p-acp n2 cc n2, cc-acp vvz j cc j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1889 | I shall presse this upon these Motives; | I shall press this upon these Motives; | pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp d n2; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1890 | only here let me premise when I presse you to this, 'tis not to a Covenant of Works, | only Here let me premise when I press you to this, it's not to a Covenant of Works, | av-j av vvb pno11 n1 c-crq pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp d, pn31|vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1891 | as though you could act your selves, but we look to Christs Blood and Spirit to set on things; | as though you could act your selves, but we look to Christ Blood and Spirit to Set on things; | c-acp cs pn22 vmd vvi po22 n2, cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1892 | I speak to them under Grace, who have the Spirit without, and Faith within to act and carry them here. But | I speak to them under Grace, who have the Spirit without, and Faith within to act and carry them Here. But | pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, r-crq vhb dt n1 p-acp, cc n1 p-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 av. p-acp | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 326 | Page 58 |
1893 | 1. Whose work will you do? |
1. Whose work will you do? you cannot cease to do Christ work, but you must do your own work, (I speak not for idleness) i. e. you must serve your lust; | crd rg-crq n1 vmb pn22 vdi? pn22 vmbx vvi pc-acp vdb npg1 n1, cc-acp pn22 vmb vdi po22 d n1, (pns11 vvb xx p-acp n1) pns11. sy. pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 327 | Page 58 |
1894 | now consider what good did thy self ever do thee, nay Satan never such an enemy as thy own self: | now Consider what good did thy self ever do thee, nay Satan never such an enemy as thy own self: | av vvb r-crq av-j vdd po21 n1 av vdb pno21, uh-x np1 av d dt n1 p-acp po21 d n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 327 | Page 58 |
1895 | and will you fall down to such an Image? Shall thy lusts have content more and rather than Christ? | and will you fallen down to such an Image? Shall thy Lustiest have content more and rather than christ? | cc vmb pn22 vvi a-acp p-acp d dt n1? vmb po21 n2 vhb n1 av-dc cc av-c cs np1? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 327 | Page 58 |
1896 | 2. Consider the Lord will take care and charge of thee, to do thy work, to bring about thy ends for thee, do but thou do his. | 2. Consider the Lord will take care and charge of thee, to do thy work, to bring about thy ends for thee, do but thou do his. | crd np1 dt n1 vmb vvi n1 cc n1 pp-f pno21, pc-acp vdi po21 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n2 p-acp pno21, vdb p-acp pns21 vdb png31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 328 | Page 58 |
1897 | Martha was cumbred about many things, hence forsook the better part: so men neglect, forget Christs work, because of so many distractions of their own. | Martha was cumbered about many things, hence forsook the better part: so men neglect, forget Christ work, Because of so many distractions of their own. | np1 vbds vvn p-acp d n2, av vvd dt jc n1: av n2 vvb, vvb npg1 n1, c-acp pp-f av d n2 pp-f po32 d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 328 | Page 58 |
1898 | What will become of my hundred Talents? what will become of my Wife; | What will become of my hundred Talents? what will become of my Wife; | q-crq vmb vvi pp-f po11 crd n2? q-crq vmb vvi pp-f po11 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 328 | Page 58 |
1899 | Child? Now do you take care of the Lords work, take that for your charge, | Child? Now do you take care of the lords work, take that for your charge, | n1? av vdb pn22 vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, vvb cst p-acp po22 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 328 | Page 58 |
1900 | and the Lord will take charge of you. | and the Lord will take charge of you. | cc dt n1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pn22. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 328 | Page 58 |
1901 | The best, readiest, and only way to have your own ends, is to seek the Lords, and forget your own. | The best, Readiest, and only Way to have your own ends, is to seek the lords, and forget your own. | dt js, js, cc j n1 pc-acp vhi po22 d n2, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2, cc vvb po22 d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 328 | Page 58 |
1902 | As in Solomon, his great work and care was to rule a State well, and the Lord gave all the rest. | As in Solomon, his great work and care was to Rule a State well, and the Lord gave all the rest. | p-acp p-acp np1, po31 j n1 cc n1 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, cc dt n1 vvd d dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 328 | Page 58 |
1903 | Set thy face to the Sun, and these shadows will follow you. | Set thy face to the Sun, and these shadows will follow you. | j-vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d n2 vmb vvi pn22. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 328 | Page 58 |
1904 | The Servant takes charge of his Masters work, and he need not trouble himself for meat and drink, and è contra. | The Servant Takes charge of his Masters work, and he need not trouble himself for meat and drink, and è contra. | dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, cc pns31 vvb xx vvi px31 p-acp n1 cc vvi, cc fw-la fw-la. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 328 | Page 58 |
1905 | First, there shall not any evill hurt thee, whereas else thy good things shall, Isai. 27. 3. | First, there shall not any evil hurt thee, whereas Else thy good things shall, Isaiah 27. 3. | ord, pc-acp vmb xx d j-jn n1 pno21, cs av po21 j n2 vmb, np1 crd crd | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 329 | Page 58 |
1906 | Secondly, All Creatures in Heaven and Earth shall serve that man that serves his God, Hos. 2. 21, 23. whereas else they groan under thee. | Secondly, All Creatures in Heaven and Earth shall serve that man that serves his God, Hos. 2. 21, 23. whereas Else they groan under thee. | ord, d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmb vvi d n1 cst vvz po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd cs av pns32 vvb p-acp pno21. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 330 | Page 58 |
1907 | Thirdly, Angels shall come out of Heaven to guard thee. | Thirdly, Angels shall come out of Heaven to guard thee. | ord, n2 vmb vvi av pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno21. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 331 | Page 58 |
1928 | and this is very sweet, that for his own sake he should be pleased as well with the will as with the work, | and this is very sweet, that for his own sake he should be pleased as well with the will as with the work, | cc d vbz av j, cst p-acp po31 d n1 pns31 vmd vbi vvn a-acp av p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 335 | Page 59 |
1929 | for this is that which troubles, I would have help, the Lord gives none; | for this is that which Troubles, I would have help, the Lord gives none; | p-acp d vbz d r-crq vvz, pns11 vmd vhi n1, dt n1 vvz pix; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 335 | Page 59 |
1930 | why the Lord accepts of it as if thou didst it, as in Davids building a Temple: | why the Lord accepts of it as if thou didst it, as in Davids building a Temple: | q-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f pn31 c-acp cs pns21 vdd2 pn31, c-acp p-acp npg1 vvg dt n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 335 | Page 59 |
1908 | Fourthly, Nay the Lord Jesus himself shall stand at the top of the ladder, that when every thing else shall leave thee, he shall then bring the best wine at the last, he will be a portion to thee, Psalm 16. Phil. 3. 8. 3. Consider that the more difficult any duty is, the more sweetnesse shall you receive if you break through it: | Fourthly, Nay the Lord jesus himself shall stand At the top of the ladder, that when every thing Else shall leave thee, he shall then bring the best wine At the last, he will be a portion to thee, Psalm 16. Philip 3. 8. 3. Consider that the more difficult any duty is, the more sweetness shall you receive if you break through it: | ord, uh-x dt n1 np1 px31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst c-crq d n1 av vmb vvi pno21, pns31 vmb av vvi dt js n1 p-acp dt ord, pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno21, np1 crd np1 crd crd crd np1 cst dt av-dc j d n1 vbz, dt av-dc n1 vmb pn22 vvi cs pn22 vvb p-acp pn31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 332 | Page 58 |
1909 | Men plead difficulty, I plead gain. Hence he that overcomes shall eat of the hidden Manna: | Men plead difficulty, I plead gain. Hence he that overcomes shall eat of the hidden Manna: | n2 vvb n1, pns11 vvb vvi. av pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi pp-f dt j-vvn n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 333 | Page 58 |
1910 | Hence never any so comforted, honoured as Christ, because never any went through so hot a work for the Father as Christ, Phil. 2. You plead the difficulty of a christian life, | Hence never any so comforted, honoured as christ, Because never any went through so hight a work for the Father as christ, Philip 2. You plead the difficulty of a christian life, | av av d av vvn, vvn p-acp np1, c-acp av-x d vvd p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 333 | Page 58 |
1911 | and taste not the sweetnesse of that life: | and taste not the sweetness of that life: | cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f d n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 333 | Page 58 |
1912 | if you can do no more than what is easie, and pleaseth self, the Lord will never let you taste the sweetnesse of pleasing him. | if you can do no more than what is easy, and Pleases self, the Lord will never let you taste the sweetness of pleasing him. | cs pn22 vmb vdi dx dc cs r-crq vbz j, cc vvz n1, dt n1 vmb av-x vvb pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f vvg pno31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 333 | Page 58 |
1913 | Have you not sometimes found your hearts dead to Prayer, yet you fell to it, and then would not but have took the season for a world. | Have you not sometime found your hearts dead to Prayer, yet you fell to it, and then would not but have took the season for a world. | vhb pn22 xx av vvn po22 n2 j p-acp n1, av pn22 vvd p-acp pn31, cc av vmd xx p-acp vhb vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 333 | Page 58 |
1914 | 4. Consider, let the duty be to Nature impossible, yet the Lord is at hand to help, | 4. Consider, let the duty be to Nature impossible, yet the Lord is At hand to help, | crd np1, vvb dt n1 vbb p-acp n1 j, av dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 58 |
1915 | even when no strength, Isai. 40. 29. Nay Heb. 11. 34. Out of weaknesse were made strong. | even when no strength, Isaiah 40. 29. Nay Hebrew 11. 34. Out of weakness were made strong. | av c-crq dx n1, np1 crd crd uh-x np1 crd crd av pp-f n1 vbdr vvn j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 58 |
1916 | If you had no Christ, no Spirit, no Promises to assure you of help, you might then cease acting, | If you had not christ, no Spirit, no Promises to assure you of help, you might then cease acting, | cs pn22 vhd xx np1, dx n1, av-dx vvz pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f n1, pn22 vmd av vvi vvg, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 58 |
1917 | and say 'tis impossible I should ever overcome such evils, attain to that measure: | and say it's impossible I should ever overcome such evils, attain to that measure: | cc vvb pn31|vbz j pns11 vmd av vvi d n2-jn, vvb p-acp d n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 58 |
1918 | but when Promises to assure, and Christ and Spirit at hand, now to plead impossibility, is to reproach the Lord; | but when Promises to assure, and christ and Spirit At hand, now to plead impossibility, is to reproach the Lord; | cc-acp q-crq vvz pc-acp vvi, cc np1 cc n1 p-acp n1, av pc-acp vvi n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 59 |
1919 | to think he will set his people to make Brick, and give them no straw: | to think he will Set his people to make Brick, and give them no straw: | pc-acp vvi pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi pno32 dx n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 59 |
1920 | nay to war against God and to make the Lord war against you, Numb. 14. You know how they cried out of impossibilities, | nay to war against God and to make the Lord war against you, Numb. 14. You know how they cried out of impossibilities, | uh-x p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp pn22, j. crd pn22 vvb c-crq pns32 vvd av pp-f n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 59 |
1921 | and now the Lords anger rose when they were ready to enter Canaan: So when men are ready to enter upon possession of Christ, and Promises, then impossibilities appear. | and now the lords anger rose when they were ready to enter Canaan: So when men Are ready to enter upon possession of christ, and Promises, then impossibilities appear. | cc av dt n2 vvb vvd c-crq pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi np1: av c-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz, cs n2 vvb. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 59 |
1922 | Consider therefore what the Lord hath done for David, Gideon, Samson, who went out in the name and Spirit of the Lord, and were helped: | Consider Therefore what the Lord hath done for David, gideon, samson, who went out in the name and Spirit of the Lord, and were helped: | np1 av q-crq dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp np1, np1, np1, r-crq vvd av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vbdr vvn: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 59 |
1923 | If you were under the Law, you might plead this, but under Grace 'tis horrible to make this excuse. | If you were under the Law, you might plead this, but under Grace it's horrible to make this excuse. | cs pn22 vbdr p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmd vvi d, cc-acp p-acp n1 pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 334 | Page 59 |
1924 | 5. Consider if the Lord do not help (as he will be free) yet he will accept thy will, I know he will not accept the wishes of servants, | 5. Consider if the Lord do not help (as he will be free) yet he will accept thy will, I know he will not accept the wishes of Servants, | crd np1 cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi (c-acp pns31 vmb vbi j) av pns31 vmb vvi po21 n1, pns11 vvb pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 335 | Page 59 |
1925 | yet he will accept the will of Sons; | yet he will accept the will of Sons; | av pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 335 | Page 59 |
1926 | neither will he accept the will of Sons in a work they might have strength from him to do, | neither will he accept the will of Sons in a work they might have strength from him to do, | dx vmb pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmd vhi n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 335 | Page 59 |
1931 | For a Christians work is done two wayes. First, Sometimes by feeling, when we feel help. | For a Christians work is done two ways. First, Sometime by feeling, when we feel help. | c-acp dt njpg2 n1 vbz vdn crd n2. ord, av p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vvb n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 335 | Page 59 |
1932 | Secondly, Some times by Faith, by going to another for it: and this the Lord accepts most mercifully, for this is his Victory over all sin, even his Faith. | Secondly, some times by Faith, by going to Another for it: and this the Lord accepts most mercifully, for this is his Victory over all since, even his Faith. | ord, d n2 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg p-acp j-jn c-acp pn31: cc d dt n1 vvz av-ds av-j, c-acp d vbz po31 n1 p-acp d n1, av po31 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 337 | Page 59 |
1933 | When we see a duty hard, and do not go to the Lord for help, then we are overcome properly: | When we see a duty hard, and do not go to the Lord for help, then we Are overcome properly: | c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 j, cc vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cs pns12 vbr vvn av-j: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 337 | Page 59 |
1934 | For out of the abundance of the heart the person acts for Christ. | For out of the abundance of the heart the person acts for christ. | c-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 337 | Page 59 |
1935 | 6. Consider the Lord will honour thee (though the work doth not) Iohn 12. 26. Him will my Father honour, both in this life, Rom. 2. 29. and in that to come. | 6. Consider the Lord will honour thee (though the work does not) John 12. 26. Him will my Father honour, both in this life, Rom. 2. 29. and in that to come. | crd np1 dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 (cs dt n1 vdz xx) np1 crd crd pno31 n1 po11 n1 n1, d p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd cc p-acp d pc-acp vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 338 | Page 59 |
1936 | Now as 'tis in acting parts, 'tis no matter what Fellow-acters think, God is the great Spectator, God will esteem of thee, | Now as it's in acting parts, it's no matter what Fellow-acters think, God is the great Spectator, God will esteem of thee, | av c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp vvg n2, pn31|vbz dx n1 r-crq j vvb, np1 vbz dt j n1, np1 vmb vvi pp-f pno21, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 338 | Page 59 |
1937 | and Conscience shall witnesse as much when no eye sees, or when men see and judge amisse, | and Conscience shall witness as much when no eye sees, or when men see and judge amiss, | cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp d c-crq dx n1 vvz, cc q-crq n2 vvb cc vvi av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 338 | Page 59 |
1938 | yet the Lord approves, and at the great Day before Men and Angels, and all the world, 1 Cor. 4. 5. Then shall every man have praise of God: | yet the Lord approves, and At the great Day before Men and Angels, and all the world, 1 Cor. 4. 5. Then shall every man have praise of God: | av dt n1 vvz, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc d dt n1, crd np1 crd crd av vmb d n1 vhb n1 pp-f np1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 338 | Page 59 |
1939 | and hence Mat. 25. Christs judgement is made according to the works of his people: | and hence Mathew 25. Christ judgement is made according to the works of his people: | cc av np1 crd npg1 n1 vbz vvn vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 338 | Page 59 |
1940 | because then they shall not be compared with themselves and their sins, but with the wicked: | Because then they shall not be compared with themselves and their Sins, but with the wicked: | c-acp cs pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp px32 cc po32 n2, cc-acp p-acp dt j: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 338 | Page 59 |
1941 | and hence to set out their glory, he reckons up all they have done. All men in all their acts seek to avoid shame, and attain honour: | and hence to Set out their glory, he reckons up all they have done. All men in all their acts seek to avoid shame, and attain honour: | cc av pc-acp vvi av po32 n1, pns31 vvz a-acp d pns32 vhb vdn. av-d n2 p-acp d po32 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 338 | Page 59 |
1942 | now if you did know a way for all men in the world to honour you, would you not attend it? what is their Dreams to Gods honour? Hence not one act but is now chronicled, Mal. 3. 16. and afterward rewarded, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Oh then give content to the Lord. | now if you did know a Way for all men in the world to honour you, would you not attend it? what is their Dreams to God's honour? Hence not one act but is now chronicled, Malachi 3. 16. and afterwards rewarded, 1 Cor. 15. 58. O then give content to the Lord. | av cs pn22 vdd vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, vmd pn22 xx vvi pn31? q-crq vbz po32 n2 p-acp npg1 n1? av xx pi vvi cc-acp vbz av vvn, np1 crd crd cc av vvn, crd np1 crd crd uh av vvb j p-acp dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 338 | Page 59 |
1943 | 7. Consider the peace you shall have by this means, both while you live, and when you dye: | 7. Consider the peace you shall have by this means, both while you live, and when you die: | crd np1 dt n1 pn22 vmb vhi p-acp d n2, d n1 pn22 vvb, cc c-crq pn22 vvb: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 339 | Page 59 |
1944 | what's the cause of so many doleful clamours of Conscience, but a loose carelesse heart, the Lord is neglected; | what's the cause of so many doleful clamours of Conscience, but a lose careless heart, the Lord is neglected; | q-crq|vbz dt n1 pp-f av d j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt j j n1, dt n1 vbz vvn; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 339 | Page 59 |
1945 | that when one pleads Faith, it will be replyed, the true Faith is the Faith of the Son of God. | that when one pleads Faith, it will be replied, the true Faith is the Faith of the Son of God. | cst c-crq pi vvz n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 339 | Page 59 |
1946 | Now is the Faith of God a carelesse Faith, a secure, worldly, impenitent, dead Faith? you may sit down, | Now is the Faith of God a careless Faith, a secure, worldly, impenitent, dead Faith? you may fit down, | av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1, dt j, j, j, j n1? pn22 vmb vvi a-acp, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 339 | Page 59 |
1947 | and rise again, and say true, yet I'le believe, so you may, but it will be with such a trembling spirit as you will find no peace: | and rise again, and say true, yet I'll believe, so you may, but it will be with such a trembling Spirit as you will find no peace: | cc vvi av, cc vvb j, av pns11|vmb vvi, av pn22 vmb, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d dt j-vvg n1 c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dx n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 339 | Page 59 |
1948 | Neither do I know how any can keep his peace otherwise, for there are children but Still-born; | Neither do I know how any can keep his peace otherwise, for there Are children but Stillborn; | av-dx vdb pns11 vvb c-crq d vmb vvi po31 n1 av, c-acp pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 339 | Page 59 |
1949 | if born a living Son, thou wilt live to God, necessarily I must do it: | if born a living Son, thou wilt live to God, necessarily I must do it: | cs vvn dt j-vvg n1, pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp np1, av-j pns11 vmb vdi pn31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 339 | Page 59 |
1950 | But by this means, Oh there is unspeakable peace, Mat. 11. 29, 30. Hence Paul, I have finished my work, &c. Iohn 14. 21. to 24. you live without God, | But by this means, O there is unspeakable peace, Mathew 11. 29, 30. Hence Paul, I have finished my work, etc. John 14. 21. to 24. you live without God, | cc-acp p-acp d n2, uh a-acp vbz j n1, np1 crd crd, crd av np1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, av np1 crd crd p-acp crd pn22 vvb p-acp np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 339 | Page 59 |
1972 | so when the Lord is in you, you will do so. | so when the Lord is in you, you will do so. | av c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb vdi av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 344 | Page 60 |
1951 | and walk without God, and Pray without God, but there is a day approaching that you shall appear before the Lord Jesus, you shall wish then, Oh that I had lived so and so: Oh do that now. | and walk without God, and Pray without God, but there is a day approaching that you shall appear before the Lord jesus, you shall wish then, O that I had lived so and so: O doe that now. | cc vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp np1, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1, pn22 vmb vvi av, uh cst pns11 vhd vvn av cc av: uh n1 cst av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 339 | Page 59 |
1952 | 8. Consider the Lord will have it done, it must be done, hence Paul said, Necessity lies upon me, and woe to me, &c. the Lord should be forsworn if he should not bring you to it, Luke 1. 73, 74, 75. According to the Oath, &c. Beloved you think lasie desires will serve: no, it must be done: | 8. Consider the Lord will have it done, it must be done, hence Paul said, Necessity lies upon me, and woe to me, etc. the Lord should be forsworn if he should not bring you to it, Lycia 1. 73, 74, 75. According to the Oath, etc. beloved you think lazy Desires will serve: no, it must be done: | crd np1 dt n1 vmb vhi pn31 vdn, pn31 vmb vbi vdn, av np1 vvd, n1 vvz p-acp pno11, cc n1 p-acp pno11, av dt n1 vmd vbi vvn cs pns31 vmd xx vvi pn22 p-acp pn31, av crd crd, crd, crd vvg p-acp dt n1, av vvn pn22 vvb j n2 vmb vvi: uh-dx, pn31 vmb vbi vdn: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 340 | Page 60 |
1953 | you say I cannot, it must be better with you. | you say I cannot, it must be better with you. | pn22 vvb pns11 vmbx, pn31 vmb vbi jc p-acp pn22. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 340 | Page 60 |
1954 | And hence look for a rod, and that the Lord will bring you into great affliction till all is removed, and so purge you; | And hence look for a rod, and that the Lord will bring you into great affliction till all is removed, and so purge you; | cc av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc cst dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp j n1 p-acp d vbz vvn, cc av vvb pn22; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 340 | Page 60 |
1955 | and if one affliction will not do it, then worse shall come, he loves you better than so. | and if one affliction will not do it, then Worse shall come, he loves you better than so. | cc cs crd n1 vmb xx vdi pn31, av av-jc vmb vvi, pns31 vvz pn22 av-jc cs av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 340 | Page 60 |
1956 | And remember you have had warning this day: you came hither for the Lords work, and now your own justles it out: | And Remember you have had warning this day: you Come hither for the lords work, and now your own justles it out: | cc vvb pn22 vhb vhn n1 d n1: pn22 vvd av p-acp dt n2 vvb, cc av po22 d vvz pn31 av: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 340 | Page 60 |
1957 | look that God will take away the Kingdom from you, or set oppressors over you, or send some stings among you: | look that God will take away the Kingdom from you, or Set Oppressors's over you, or send Some stings among you: | vvb cst np1 vmb vvi av dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc vvd n2 p-acp pn22, cc vvi d n2 p-acp pn22: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 340 | Page 60 |
1958 | and then say, Oh I may thank my walking unworthy of God and Gospel for this. | and then say, O I may thank my walking unworthy of God and Gospel for this. | cc av vvb, uh pns11 vmb vvi po11 j-vvg j pp-f np1 cc n1 p-acp d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 340 | Page 60 |
1959 | 9. Consider else you shall make the Blood of Christ shed of no effect, 2 Cor. 5. 14, 15. Now wicked men need not fear this, no Blood shed for them. | 9. Consider Else you shall make the Blood of christ shed of no Effect, 2 Cor. 5. 14, 15. Now wicked men need not Fear this, no Blood shed for them. | crd np1 av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pp-f dx n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd av j n2 vvb xx vvi d, dx n1 vvn p-acp pno32. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 341 | Page 60 |
1960 | Will you do so? God forbid: | Will you do so? God forbid: | n1 pn22 vdi av? np1 vvb: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 341 | Page 60 |
1961 | The Jews have killed him, will you drag him up and down the streets, trample on his Blood, | The jews have killed him, will you drag him up and down the streets, trample on his Blood, | dt np2 vhb vvn pno31, vmb pn22 vvi pno31 a-acp cc a-acp dt n2, vvb p-acp po31 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 341 | Page 60 |
1962 | and put him to open shame. | and put him to open shame. | cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 341 | Page 60 |
1963 | 10. Consider your time is but short, and you have done but little work, and 'tis not long but that your Crown shall be put upon your head. | 10. Consider your time is but short, and you have done but little work, and it's not long but that your Crown shall be put upon your head. | crd np1 po22 n1 vbz p-acp j, cc pn22 vhb vdn p-acp j n1, cc pn31|vbz xx av-j p-acp cst po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 342 | Page 60 |
1964 | It's noted of En•ch Gen. 5. that he walked with God three hundred years, (and that having Sons and Daughters, h•ving Family-contentments, | It's noted of En•ch Gen. 5. that he walked with God three hundred Years, (and that having Sons and Daughters, h•ving Family-contentments, | pn31|vbz vvn pp-f vvb np1 crd cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1 crd crd n2, (cc cst vhg n2 cc n2, vvg n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 342 | Page 60 |
1965 | and incumbrances,) and he lived the shortest time. | and encumbrances,) and he lived the Shortest time. | cc n2,) cc pns31 vvd dt js n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 342 | Page 60 |
1966 | I am sure Angels are content to come out of Heaven to do the work of God: | I am sure Angels Are content to come out of Heaven to do the work of God: | pns11 vbm j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 342 | Page 60 |
1967 | what not do it here? Paul thought himself born too soon because for a time he lived without Christ. | what not do it Here? Paul Thought himself born too soon Because for a time he lived without christ. | r-crq xx vdi pn31 av? np1 vvd px31 vvn av av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 342 | Page 60 |
1968 | Oh but now make tryal, and you will find it the sweetest life, that you will say, | O but now make trial, and you will find it the Sweetest life, that you will say, | uh p-acp av vvi n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 dt js n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 342 | Page 60 |
1969 | why have I neglected this so long? and if thou dost not find seven times more peace therein than in all the world, never set foot here. | why have I neglected this so long? and if thou dost not find seven times more peace therein than in all the world, never Set foot Here. | q-crq vhb pns11 vvn d av av-j? cc cs pns21 vd2 xx vvi crd n2 av-dc n1 av cs p-acp d dt n1, av-x vvd n1 av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 342 | Page 60 |
1970 | How shall I thus do the work of Christ? |
How shall I thus do the work of christ? | q-crq vmb pns11 av vdb dt n1 pp-f np1? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 343 | Page 60 |
1971 | I. Without Christ you can do nothing, |
I. Without christ you can do nothing, John 15. 5. The Sun runs still Because it's Light of it self; | np1 p-acp np1 pn22 vmb vdi pix, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz av c-acp pn31|vbz j pp-f pn31 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 344 | Page 60 |
1974 | or not hold out in it: No man can hold out at his work that feeds not abundantly on his meat, so here; | or not hold out in it: No man can hold out At his work that feeds not abundantly on his meat, so Here; | cc xx vvi av p-acp pn31: dx n1 vmb vvi av p-acp po31 n1 cst vvz xx av-j p-acp po31 n1, av av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 344 | Page 60 |
1975 | and here note but these two things. | and Here note but these two things. | cc av vvb p-acp d crd n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 344 | Page 60 |
1976 | 1. Do not only in Ordinances do thus, but out of Ordinances then, as in particular times of tryal (for the Lord will not give you in an Ordinance as much Grace as shall serve you out of it) lift up your hearts to Christ, | 1. Do not only in Ordinances do thus, but out of Ordinances then, as in particular times of trial (for the Lord will not give you in an Ordinance as much Grace as shall serve you out of it) lift up your hearts to christ, | crd vdb xx av-j p-acp n2 vdb av, cc-acp av pp-f n2 av, c-acp p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 (c-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 c-acp d n1 c-acp vmb vvi pn22 av pp-f pn31) vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 345 | Page 60 |
1977 | and say as Christ, Father the hour is come, now glorifie thy Name, Iohn 12. 28. So Lord, here is work to do, | and say as christ, Father the hour is come, now Glorify thy Name, John 12. 28. So Lord, Here is work to do, | cc vvb p-acp np1, n1 dt n1 vbz vvn, av vvi po21 n1, np1 crd crd av n1, av vbz n1 pc-acp vdi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 345 | Page 60 |
1978 | but a dead heart is upon me, Lord glorifie thy Name. | but a dead heart is upon me, Lord Glorify thy Name. | cc-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp pno11, n1 vvi po21 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 345 | Page 60 |
1979 | I have seldom seen but the Lord either helped then, or at some other time when thou didst come, | I have seldom seen but the Lord either helped then, or At Some other time when thou didst come, | pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp dt n1 av-d vvn av, cc p-acp d j-jn n1 c-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 345 | Page 60 |
1980 | and then the Lord puts thee in remembrance that 'tis out of respect to that. | and then the Lord puts thee in remembrance that it's out of respect to that. | cc av dt n1 vvz pno21 p-acp n1 cst pn31|vbz av pp-f n1 p-acp d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 345 | Page 60 |
1981 | 2. Thus coming and feeding on the Lord Jesus, believe that he will help, and that shall be so; | 2. Thus coming and feeding on the Lord jesus, believe that he will help, and that shall be so; | crd av vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 np1, vvb cst pns31 vmb vvi, cc cst vmb vbi av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 346 | Page 60 |
1982 | some have never got strength against sin till then, but this hath conquered difficulties, Rom. 8. 37, 38. In all these things we overcome, | Some have never god strength against since till then, but this hath conquered difficulties, Rom. 8. 37, 38. In all these things we overcome, | d vhb av vvn n1 p-acp n1 c-acp av, cc-acp d vhz vvn n2, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp d d n2 pns12 vvb, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 346 | Page 60 |
1983 | for I am perswaded, &c. So you coming helplesse to a Christ, all his strength is yours by covenant. | for I am persuaded, etc. So you coming helpless to a christ, all his strength is yours by Covenant. | c-acp pns11 vbm vvn, av av pn22 vvg j p-acp dt np1, d po31 n1 vbz png22 p-acp n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 346 | Page 60 |
1984 | Be perswaded he cannot go from his word: but yet we must use other means sanctified by Christ, for Christ worketh by meanes. And therefore, | Be persuaded he cannot go from his word: but yet we must use other means sanctified by christ, for christ works by means. And Therefore, | vbb vvn pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1: cc-acp av pns12 vmb vvi j-jn n2 vvn p-acp np1, p-acp np1 vvz p-acp n2. cc av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 346 | Page 60 |
1985 | II. Find out where the cause of all your negligence and sloth lies in not doing the Lords work, | II Find out where the cause of all your negligence and sloth lies in not doing the lords work, | crd vvb av c-crq dt n1 pp-f d po22 n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp xx vdg dt n2 vvb, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 347 | Page 60 |
1986 | nay of your doing Satans work. | nay of your doing Satan work. | uh-x pp-f po22 vdg npg1 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 347 | Page 60 |
1987 | It may be you will say you cannot, I know there is that in Saints in part, | It may be you will say you cannot, I know there is that in Saints in part, | pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi pn22 vmbx, pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz d p-acp n2 p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 347 | Page 60 |
1988 | but this is not the main, therefore I will tell you thus. | but this is not the main, Therefore I will tell you thus. | cc-acp d vbz xx dt j, av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 347 | Page 60 |
1989 | 1. Before conversion the main wound of men is their Will, Video meliora probo { que } dexteriora sequor: | 1. Before conversion the main wound of men is their Will, Video Meliora probo { que } dexteriora sequor: | crd p-acp n1 dt j n1 pp-f n2 vbz po32 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } fw-it fw-la: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 348 | Page 60 |
1990 | Hence Iohn 8. 44. His lusts ye will do. | Hence John 8. 44. His Lustiest you will do. | av np1 crd crd po31 n2 pn22 vmb vdi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 348 | Page 60 |
1991 | Hence Mat. 23. 37. You would not: they say hence we have a Will, I say no. | Hence Mathew 23. 37. You would not: they say hence we have a Will, I say no. | av np1 crd crd pn22 vmd xx: pns32 vvb av pns12 vhb dt n1, pns11 vvb av-dx. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 348 | Page 60 |
1992 | And hence we answer that great Objection for Possibilities to keep all Laws by universal Grace, which tis unjust to punish for not doing that a man cannot do. | And hence we answer that great Objection for Possibilities to keep all Laws by universal Grace, which this unjust to Punish for not doing that a man cannot do. | cc av pns12 vvb cst j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp j n1, r-crq pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi c-acp xx vdg d dt n1 vmbx vdi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 348 | Page 60 |
1993 | We answer, There is a double impotency, Ex infirmitate, or Ex malignitate, when men will not, Prov. 11, 12, 13. 2. Hence it follows after conversion, though the Will is changed, so that a man would but cannot do many things, Ex infirmitate, yet the great cause why he cannot do more is from the remnant of malignity not yet removed. | We answer, There is a double impotency, Ex Infirmity, or Ex malignitate, when men will not, Curae 11, 12, 13. 2. Hence it follows After conversion, though the Will is changed, so that a man would but cannot do many things, Ex Infirmity, yet the great cause why he cannot do more is from the remnant of malignity not yet removed. | pns12 vvb, pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1, fw-la vvb, cc fw-la fw-la, c-crq n2 vmb xx, np1 crd, crd, crd crd av pn31 vvz p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vbz vvn, av cst dt n1 vmd cc-acp vmbx vdi d n2, fw-la vvb, av dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vmbx vdi av-dc vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 xx av vvn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 348 | Page 60 |
1994 | A man will sleep, he loves it, and secretly loaths the wayes of the Lord: Hence the Church, Isai. 63. 17. complains of this. | A man will sleep, he loves it, and secretly Loathes the ways of the Lord: Hence the Church, Isaiah 63. 17. complains of this. | dt n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vvz pn31, cc av-jn vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1: av dt n1, np1 crd crd n2 pp-f d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 349 | Page 61 |
1995 | A man shall find his heart wills the end exceedingly, but when he comes to will the means, there his heart is weary of them, and loath• them; | A man shall find his heart wills the end exceedingly, but when he comes to will the means, there his heart is weary of them, and loath• them; | dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 vvz dt n1 av-vvg, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vmb dt n2, a-acp po31 n1 vbz j pp-f pno32, cc n1 pno32; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 349 | Page 61 |
1996 | a man will be carelesse, and this being not seen, is not fought against. Sin is vi•ified, and hence the enemy to all good remains still. | a man will be careless, and this being not seen, is not fought against. since is vi•ified, and hence the enemy to all good remains still. | dt n1 vmb vbi j, cc d vbg xx vvn, vbz xx vvn p-acp. n1 vbz vvn, cc av dt n1 p-acp d j vvz av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 349 | Page 61 |
1997 | It's an old Rule, Tantum possumus, quantum volumus. Get Christ to help here. 3. Make this your last end, to live unto Christ, and to do his work: | It's an old Rule, Tantum possumus, quantum volumus. Get christ to help Here. 3. Make this your last end, to live unto christ, and to do his work: | pn31|vbz dt j n1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. vvb np1 pc-acp vvi av. crd n1 d po22 ord n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vdi po31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 349 | Page 61 |
1998 | Hence Paul did not account his life dear; | Hence Paul did not account his life dear; | av np1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1 j-jn; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
1999 | this is your last end, for the end of being born by Faith, nay of being redeemed by Blood, 'tis to live unto Christ, Tit. 2. 11. When you cry for Faith, | this is your last end, for the end of being born by Faith, nay of being redeemed by Blood, it's to live unto christ, Tit. 2. 11. When you cry for Faith, | d vbz po22 ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n1, uh-x pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n1, pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2000 | and Peace, and Assurance, that is not your end, for he that doth so is a very Hypocrite, | and Peace, and Assurance, that is not your end, for he that does so is a very Hypocrite, | cc n1, cc n1, cst vbz xx po22 n1, c-acp pns31 cst vdz av vbz dt j n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2001 | and hath a false heart, but 'tis to live to Christ: | and hath a false heart, but it's to live to christ: | cc vhz dt j n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2002 | Hence Paul, Phil. 3. 9, 10, 12, 13. sought to be found in him, but further to know him, &c. The Father is glorified in our bringing forth much Fruit. Hence make it your •ast end, | Hence Paul, Philip 3. 9, 10, 12, 13. sought to be found in him, but further to know him, etc. The Father is glorified in our bringing forth much Fruit. Hence make it your •ast end, | av np1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc-acp jc pc-acp vvi pno31, av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 vvg av av-d np1 av vvb pn31 po22 n1 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2003 | and then your happinesse will lie in acting thus, and that that is a mans happinesse he is carried to with most infinite delight. | and then your happiness will lie in acting thus, and that that is a men happiness he is carried to with most infinite delight. | cc av po22 n1 vmb vvi p-acp vvg av, cc d cst vbz dt ng1 n1 pns31 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp ds j n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2004 | For presse people to do Christs work, their hearts are dead, tell them the Lord Jesus shall have a Name by what they do for him, | For press people to do Christ work, their hearts Are dead, tell them the Lord jesus shall have a Name by what they do for him, | p-acp n1 n1 pc-acp vdb npg1 n1, po32 n2 vbr j, vvb pno32 dt n1 np1 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2005 | yet dead, because though they see it good, yet they place not their happinesse there, because that is not their last end. | yet dead, Because though they see it good, yet they place not their happiness there, Because that is not their last end. | av j, c-acp cs pns32 vvb pn31 j, av pns32 vvb xx po32 n1 a-acp, c-acp d vbz xx po32 ord n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2006 | But come to this, now it will do; | But come to this, now it will do; | cc-acp vvb p-acp d, av pn31 vmb vdi; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2007 | a man cannot bear a crosse, yet let him consider, the Lord shall gain though I do not; | a man cannot bear a cross, yet let him Consider, the Lord shall gain though I do not; | dt n1 vmbx vvi dt n1, av vvb pno31 vvi, dt n1 vmb vvi cs pns11 vdb xx; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2008 | so for Faith, so for any other duty. Men think it good, but not their greatest good. | so for Faith, so for any other duty. Men think it good, but not their greatest good. | av p-acp n1, av p-acp d j-jn n1. np1 vvb pn31 j, cc-acp xx po32 js j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2009 | Hence see Christ better than thy self, and his honour better than thy glory for ever. | Hence see christ better than thy self, and his honour better than thy glory for ever. | av vvb np1 jc cs po21 n1, cc po31 n1 av-jc cs po21 n1 c-acp av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2010 | Hence the Lord denies us help, because we ask it for our Lusts, not for himself, Iames 4. 3. 4. Keep those glorious apprehensions of the Lord and his wayes, which you have sometimes in an Ordinance: | Hence the Lord Denies us help, Because we ask it for our Lustiest, not for himself, James 4. 3. 4. Keep those glorious apprehensions of the Lord and his ways, which you have sometime in an Ordinance: | av dt n1 vvz pno12 vvi, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po12 n2, xx p-acp px31, np1 crd crd crd np1 d j n2 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n2, r-crq pn22 vhb av p-acp dt n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 350 | Page 61 |
2011 | You are sometimes near the Lord, and you then see a beauty in Christ, in his wayes, | You Are sometime near the Lord, and you then see a beauty in christ, in his ways, | pn22 vbr av j dt n1, cc pn22 av vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 351 | Page 61 |
2012 | and then thinkest shall I ever wrong him more? then you come out and lose your light, | and then Thinkest shall I ever wrong him more? then you come out and loose your Light, | cc av vv2 vmb pns11 av vvb pno31 av-dc? cs pn22 vvb av cc vvb po22 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 351 | Page 61 |
2013 | and so you ever lose your strength and life. | and so you ever loose your strength and life. | cc av pn22 av vvi po22 n1 cc n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 351 | Page 61 |
2014 | Hence Eph. 5. 11. 'tis as with a man that eats, but he looseth and spends his spi•its, he can do no more work, but faints away: | Hence Ephesians 5. 11. it's as with a man that eats, but he loses and spends his spi•its, he can do no more work, but faints away: | av np1 crd crd pn31|vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvz, cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz po31 n2, pns31 vmb vdi dx dc n1, cc-acp vvz av: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 351 | Page 61 |
2015 | see 2 Pet. 2. 9. Steven can be content to have stones about his ears, | see 2 Pet. 2. 9. Steven can be content to have stones about his ears, | vvb crd np1 crd crd np1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi n2 p-acp po31 n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 351 | Page 61 |
2016 | when he can say, I see Iesus. And hence when those glorious apprehensions come into your minds, stamp them there, | when he can say, I see Iesus. And hence when those glorious apprehensions come into your minds, stamp them there, | c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb np1. cc av c-crq d j n2 vvb p-acp po22 n2, vvb pno32 a-acp, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 351 | Page 61 |
2017 | for set up other Images of other things in your minds, and your hearts will bow down every moment to them. | for Set up other Images of other things in your minds, and your hearts will bow down every moment to them. | c-acp vvn a-acp j-jn n2 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp po22 n2, cc po22 n2 vmb vvi a-acp d n1 p-acp pno32. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 351 | Page 61 |
2018 | Doth not Christs Spirit do all? yes, but by this medium, 2 Cor. 3. 18. As by the Spirit of the Lord. SECT. IV. AFter you have done your work be ever humble, and be ready to give the Lord the honour of his Grace, |
Does not Christ Spirit do all? yes, but by this medium, 2 Cor. 3. 18. As by the Spirit of the Lord. SECT. IV. After you have done your work be ever humble, and be ready to give the Lord the honour of his Grace, that ever he gave any thing to you, that ever he did any thing by you; | vdz xx npg1 n1 vdb d? uh, cc-acp p-acp d fw-la, crd np1 crd crd c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. n1. np1 p-acp pn22 vhb vdn po22 n1 vbb av j, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst av pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp pn22, cst av pns31 vdd d n1 p-acp pn22; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 351 | Page 61 |
2019 | for the last end of all the Elect, 'tis to admire and honour the riches of Gods Grace, Eph. 1. 5, 6. Hence the Fall was permitted, never should Grace have been seen, | for the last end of all the Elect, it's to admire and honour the riches of God's Grace, Ephesians 1. 5, 6. Hence the Fallen was permitted, never should Grace have been seen, | p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d dt n1, pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd crd, crd av dt n1 vbds vvn, av-x vmd n1 vhi vbn vvn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 352 | Page 61 |
2020 | if sin and misery had not come in. | if since and misery had not come in. | cs n1 cc n1 vhd xx vvn p-acp. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 352 | Page 61 |
2021 | Now if this be our last end in Glory, then the heart is ready to have immediate fellowship with Christ there, | Now if this be our last end in Glory, then the heart is ready to have immediate fellowship with christ there, | av cs d vbb po12 ord n1 p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vhi j n1 p-acp np1 a-acp, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 352 | Page 61 |
2022 | when 'tis ready to act for its last end. Hence it's frequent in the Psalms, when David was in any strait, wanted any mercy, | when it's ready to act for its last end. Hence it's frequent in the Psalms, when David was in any strait, wanted any mercy, | c-crq pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ord n1. av pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n2, c-crq np1 vbds p-acp d n1, vvd d n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 352 | Page 61 |
2023 | nay the presence of the Lord here, this is the last end he pursues, the last word he speaks before the Lord, My soul shall blesse thee, as Psalm 63. 3, 4. and hence when all his enemies were subdued, | nay the presence of the Lord Here, this is the last end he pursues, the last word he speaks before the Lord, My soul shall bless thee, as Psalm 63. 3, 4. and hence when all his enemies were subdued, | uh-x dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, d vbz dt ord n1 pns31 vvz, dt ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, po11 n1 vmb vvi pno21, p-acp n1 crd crd, crd cc av c-crq d po31 n2 vbdr vvn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 352 | Page 61 |
2024 | and he ready to lay all in the dust, he gives the Lord all, 2 Sam. 22. per totum. and 23. 5. Beloved, this is Heavens work, Oh learn this Song before you go there, which none can learn but the Redeemed and Sealed of the Lord, Rev. 14. 3. Iohn 1. 14. It's writ of Christ, he was full of Grace and Truth; | and he ready to lay all in the dust, he gives the Lord all, 2 Sam. 22. per totum. and 23. 5. beloved, this is Heavens work, O Learn this Song before you go there, which none can Learn but the Redeemed and Sealed of the Lord, Rev. 14. 3. John 1. 14. It's writ of christ, he was full of Grace and Truth; | cc pns31 j pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 av-d, crd np1 crd fw-la fw-la. cc crd crd j-vvn, d vbz ng1 n1, uh vvb d n1 p-acp pn22 vvb a-acp, r-crq pix vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, n1 crd crd np1 crd crd pn31|vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vbds j pp-f n1 cc n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 352 | Page 62 |
2025 | Do you ever think to meet with him, that get not your hearts full of the sense of it? | Do you ever think to meet with him, that get not your hearts full of the sense of it? | vdb pn22 av vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cst vvb xx po22 n2 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 352 | Page 62 |
2026 | Before I come therefore to presse this, I shall premise these two things. First; | Before I come Therefore to press this, I shall premise these two things. First; | c-acp pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi d, pns11 vmb n1 d crd n2. ord; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 353 | Page 62 |
2027 | That the Lord in all his dealings with his people, seeks lastly to bring about the glory of his Grace: | That the Lord in all his dealings with his people, seeks lastly to bring about the glory of his Grace: | cst dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvz ord pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 354 | Page 62 |
2028 | he regards nothing men do, if at last they deny him this; He respects not what sins and evils men have, if at last he gets this, | he regards nothing men do, if At last they deny him this; He respects not what Sins and evils men have, if At last he gets this, | pns31 vvz pix n2 vdb, cs p-acp ord pns32 vvb pno31 d; pns31 vvz xx r-crq n2 cc n2-jn n2 vhb, cs p-acp ord pns31 vvz d, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 354 | Page 62 |
2029 | for this is his last end: | for this is his last end: | c-acp d vbz po31 ord n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 354 | Page 62 |
2030 | hence all he doth to his people, for his people, by his people, 'tis for this. And hence | hence all he does to his people, for his people, by his people, it's for this. And hence | av d pns31 vdz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, pn31|vbz p-acp d. cc av | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 354 | Page 62 |
2031 | 1. He leaves them a long time in their Graves and Sins, that they live like other men, which is strange that he that hath loved them so long, should leave them so long to be as bad as any, | 1. He leaves them a long time in their Graves and Sins, that they live like other men, which is strange that he that hath loved them so long, should leave them so long to be as bad as any, | crd pns31 vvz pno32 dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vvb av-j j-jn n2, r-crq vbz j cst pns31 cst vhz vvn pno32 av av-j, vmd vvi pno32 av av-j pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp d, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 355 | Page 62 |
2052 | as if he did not love nor care for his people, against the hair and grain of their desires, | as if he did not love nor care for his people, against the hair and grain of their Desires, | c-acp cs pns31 vdd xx vvi ccx n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2032 | yet this he doth, because it makes for the praise of his Grace, Ephes. 2. 4, 7, 8. Dead in sin, that in ages to come, &c. And this doth so confound Gods people, that they wish not only Heaven, | yet this he does, Because it makes for the praise of his Grace, Ephesians 2. 4, 7, 8. Dead in since, that in ages to come, etc. And this does so confound God's people, that they wish not only Heaven, | av d pns31 vdz, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd j p-acp n1, cst p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, av cc d vdz av vvi npg1 n1, cst pns32 vvb xx av-j n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 355 | Page 62 |
2033 | but Earth, and Ages to come may record this love. | but Earth, and Ages to come may record this love. | cc-acp n1, cc n2 pc-acp vvi vmb vvi d n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 355 | Page 62 |
2034 | 2. Hence out of men fallen, he picks out usually the poorest and vilest, the younger Brother lesse loved out of a Family, leaves elder, Rom. 9. 11. and the foolish, and weak things, | 2. Hence out of men fallen, he picks out usually the Poorest and Vilest, the younger Brother less loved out of a Family, leaves elder, Rom. 9. 11. and the foolish, and weak things, | crd av av pp-f n2 vvn, pns31 vvz av av-j dt js cc js, dt jc n1 av-dc vvd av pp-f dt n1, vvz jc-jn, np1 crd crd cc dt j, cc j n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 356 | Page 62 |
2035 | and things that are not, that no flesh might glory, but in the Lord, 1 Cor. 1. 26, 31. and this is strange that the Lord should chuse thus, | and things that Are not, that no Flesh might glory, but in the Lord, 1 Cor. 1. 26, 31. and this is strange that the Lord should choose thus, | cc n2 cst vbr xx, cst dx n1 vmd vvi, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc d vbz j cst dt n1 vmd vvi av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 356 | Page 62 |
2036 | but this he doth to blur the glory of all the world. | but this he does to blur the glory of all the world. | cc-acp d pns31 vdz p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 356 | Page 62 |
2037 | 3. Hence the Lord saves by Faith, and justifies by Faith, and seals by Faith, Eph. 1. 13. and sanctifies by Faith, | 3. Hence the Lord saves by Faith, and Justifies by Faith, and Seals by Faith, Ephesians 1. 13. and Sanctifies by Faith, | crd av dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc vvz p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 357 | Page 62 |
2038 | and glorifies by Faith, 1 Pet. 1. 3. So that all a Christians life is a Beggars life, | and Glorifies by Faith, 1 Pet. 1. 3. So that all a Christians life is a Beggars life, | cc vvz p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd av cst d dt njpg2 n1 vbz dt ng1 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 357 | Page 62 |
2039 | and 'tis strange the Lord should chuse the basest, poorest Grace to save by; | and it's strange the Lord should choose the Basest, Poorest Grace to save by; | cc pn31|vbz j dt n1 vmd vvi dt js, js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 357 | Page 62 |
2040 | and the end is the glory of his Grace, Rom. 4. 16. 'Tis of Faith that it might be of Grace. | and the end is the glory of his Grace, Rom. 4. 16. It's of Faith that it might be of Grace. | cc dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz pp-f n1 cst pn31 vmd vbi pp-f n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 357 | Page 62 |
2041 | 4. The Lord leaves many wants in his people, under which they sit sighing, and that sometime very long, refuseth to hear their Prayers, that they may repair to the Throne of Grace, | 4. The Lord leaves many Wants in his people, under which they fit sighing, and that sometime very long, Refuseth to hear their Prayers, that they may repair to the Throne of Grace, | crd dt n1 vvz d n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb vvg, cc cst av av av-j, vvz pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 358 | Page 62 |
2042 | and so in conclusion blesse Grace, Heb. 4. 16. | and so in conclusion bless Grace, Hebrew 4. 16. | cc av p-acp n1 vvb n1, np1 crd crd | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 358 | Page 62 |
2043 | 5. Hence the Lord takes away sometimes those feelings, those enlargements they had, and baits them with most vexing sins, | 5. Hence the Lord Takes away sometime those feelings, those enlargements they had, and baits them with most vexing Sins, | crd av dt n1 vvz av av d n2, d n2 pns32 vhd, cc vvz pno32 p-acp ds vvg n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 359 | Page 62 |
2044 | and pricking distempers, 2 Cor. 12. 7, 9. and it is to advance Grace. | and pricking distempers, 2 Cor. 12. 7, 9. and it is to advance Grace. | cc j-vvg n2, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 359 | Page 62 |
2045 | 6. Hence the Lord is sometimes angry with his people, and hides his face from them, that if ever he returns in love, his Grace may be the sweeter, | 6. Hence the Lord is sometime angry with his people, and hides his face from them, that if ever he returns in love, his Grace may be the Sweeten, | crd av dt n1 vbz av j p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cst cs av pns31 vvz p-acp n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi dt jc, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 360 | Page 62 |
2046 | and last the longer, Isai. 54. 7. Nay hence sometimes strips them so of all that they have had, | and last the longer, Isaiah 54. 7. Nay hence sometime strips them so of all that they have had, | cc vvi dt jc, np1 crd crd uh-x av av vvz pno32 av pp-f d cst pns32 vhb vhn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 360 | Page 62 |
2047 | or can do, that if you ask what have you now to say for your selves? nothing but Grace, their mouths are stopt. | or can do, that if you ask what have you now to say for your selves? nothing but Grace, their mouths Are stopped. | cc vmb vdi, cst cs pn22 vvb r-crq vhb pn22 av pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2? pix cc-acp n1, po32 n2 vbr vvn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 360 | Page 62 |
2048 | Hence Psalm 6. Lord save me for thy mercies sake, Psalm 51. 11. According to the multitude of thy mercies, &c. | Hence Psalm 6. Lord save me for thy Mercies sake, Psalm 51. 11. According to the multitude of thy Mercies, etc. | av n1 crd n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp po21 ng1 n1, n1 crd crd vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, av | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 360 | Page 62 |
2049 | 7. Hence the Lord speaks peace to his people, that they may say, I was so vile, and yet loved; Oh Grace! Oh love! | 7. Hence the Lord speaks peace to his people, that they may say, I was so vile, and yet loved; O Grace! O love! | crd av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi, pns11 vbds av j, cc av vvd; uh n1! uh n1! | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2050 | Ezek. 16. 63. When they see nothing but shame, and shame covers them, and afraid to appear before God, it is for this end. I'le name no more. | Ezekiel 16. 63. When they see nothing but shame, and shame covers them, and afraid to appear before God, it is for this end. I'll name no more. | np1 crd crd c-crq pns32 vvb pix cc-acp n1, cc n1 vvz pno32, cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pn31 vbz p-acp d n1. pns11|vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2051 | Do you not observe it? Sometime you shall find the Lord so strangely carrying matters, | Do you not observe it? Sometime you shall find the Lord so strangely carrying matters, | vdb pn22 xx vvi pn31? av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 av av-j vvg n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2054 | All a mans good dayes, and bad dayes, all Gods frowns and smiles, all the Lords Food and Physick, all God cares for, works, plots for, 'tis to do his people no more hurt than this, to advance his Grace in them, and by them. | All a men good days, and bad days, all God's frowns and smiles, all the lords Food and Physic, all God Cares for, works, plots for, it's to do his people no more hurt than this, to advance his Grace in them, and by them. | av-d dt ng1 j n2, cc j n2, d ng1 n2 cc n2, d dt n2 n1 cc n1, d np1 vvz p-acp, n2, n2 p-acp, pn31|vbz p-acp vdi po31 n1 av-dx av-dc vvn cs d, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2055 | All his hewings and hammerings of you, nay his knocking you a pieces, and new melting, | All his hewings and hammerings of you, nay his knocking you a Pieces, and new melting, | av-d po31 n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f pn22, uh-x po31 n-vvg pn22 dt n2, cc j j-vvg, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2056 | and new casting of you, 'tis that you may be Vessels of his glorious Grace, that you may be able to live in the air of Gods Grace, to suck in, | and new casting of you, it's that you may be Vessels of his glorious Grace, that you may be able to live in the air of God's Grace, to suck in, | cc j n-vvg pp-f pn22, pn31|vbz cst pn22 vmb vbi n2 pp-f po31 j n1, cst pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2057 | and breath out Grace, and let all the power of Hell seek to blur it, yet Grace shall conquer. | and breath out Grace, and let all the power of Hell seek to blur it, yet Grace shall conquer. | cc n1 av n1, cc vvb d dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, av n1 vmb vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2058 | VVho would not be under Grace? Oh poor creature, Satan is tempting, sin vexing, yet Grace must reign. | Who would not be under Grace? O poor creature, Satan is tempting, since vexing, yet Grace must Reign. | r-crq vmd xx vbi p-acp n1? uh j n1, np1 vbz vvg, n1 vvg, av n1 vmb vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 361 | Page 62 |
2059 | Secondly, This I say, that Gods own people do by strange wayes and courses deny the Lord, | Secondly, This I say, that God's own people do by strange ways and courses deny the Lord, | ord, d pns11 vvb, cst n2 d n1 vdb p-acp j n2 cc n2 vvb dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 362 | Page 62 |
2060 | and deprive the Lord of the Glory of his rich Grace, for that being the Diamond in Gods Crown, | and deprive the Lord of the Glory of his rich Grace, for that being the Diamond in God's Crown, | cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, c-acp cst vbg dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 362 | Page 63 |
2061 | and the beloved Attribute which God intends to advance; all the policy of Hell is against this; | and the Beloved Attribute which God intends to advance; all the policy of Hell is against this; | cc dt j-vvn n1 r-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi; d dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp d; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 362 | Page 63 |
2062 | this is the reason why Satans enmity is so bitter against Faith, as in Peter; and observe, however there be many Temptations, his end is to crush Faith: | this is the reason why Satan enmity is so bitter against Faith, as in Peter; and observe, however there be many Temptations, his end is to crush Faith: | d vbz dt n1 c-crq npg1 n1 vbz av j p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp np1; cc vvi, c-acp pc-acp vbi d n2, po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 362 | Page 63 |
2063 | the reason is, as 'tis with an enemy, if the Besieged hath water brought to the City by Pipes, he cuts off them and stops them, | the reason is, as it's with an enemy, if the Besieged hath water brought to the city by Pipes, he cuts off them and stops them, | dt n1 vbz, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, cs dt j-vvn vhz n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, pns31 vvz a-acp pno32 cc vvz pno32, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 362 | Page 63 |
2064 | so Faith fetching all from Grace, and returning all to Grace, hence Faith is opposed most; | so Faith fetching all from Grace, and returning all to Grace, hence Faith is opposed most; | av n1 vvg d p-acp n1, cc vvg d p-acp n1, av n1 vbz vvn ds; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 362 | Page 63 |
2065 | and hence the unregenerate part will take Satans part, and doth strangely rob the Lord of the glory of this, | and hence the unregenerate part will take Satan part, and does strangely rob the Lord of the glory of this, | cc av dt j n1 vmb vvi npg1 n1, cc vdz av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 362 | Page 63 |
2066 | though I confesse the Lord will have it for all that they seek to scatter it, Isai. 43. 21, 22. It's strange to see how few plot for the praise of Grace; | though I confess the Lord will have it for all that they seek to scatter it, Isaiah 43. 21, 22. It's strange to see how few plot for the praise of Grace; | cs pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp d cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 362 | Page 63 |
2067 | hence how many are straitned, nay do cross Christ in this. As | hence how many Are straitened, nay do cross christ in this. As | av c-crq d vbr vvn, uh-x vdb vvi np1 p-acp d. p-acp | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 362 | Page 63 |
2068 | 1. If the Lord give them not what Grace they would, then they sleight what little he bestows; | 1. If the Lord give them not what Grace they would, then they sleight what little he bestows; | crd cs dt n1 vvb pno32 xx r-crq n1 pns32 vmd, cs pns32 vvb r-crq av-j pns31 vvz; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2069 | and if he gives them much, then they solace themselves in it, and grow puft up and proud. | and if he gives them much, then they solace themselves in it, and grow puffed up and proud. | cc cs pns31 vvz pno32 d, cs pns32 vvi px32 p-acp pn31, cc vvb vvn a-acp cc j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2070 | It's the temper of Gods own people to set up such a measure of Gods Grace and Spirit which they would have, and therein they do well: | It's the temper of God's own people to Set up such a measure of God's Grace and Spirit which they would have, and therein they do well: | pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 d n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vmd vhi, cc av pns32 vdb av: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2071 | Paul, Phil. 3. 11. lookt to the Resurrection of the dead; | Paul, Philip 3. 11. looked to the Resurrection of the dead; | np1, np1 crd crd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2072 | but if the Lord denies them that, (as he will make his people live from hand to mouth) they sleight what they have, either as if all were but hypocrisie, | but if the Lord Denies them that, (as he will make his people live from hand to Mouth) they sleight what they have, either as if all were but hypocrisy, | cc-acp cs dt n1 vvz pno32 d, (c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1) pns32 vvb r-crq pns32 vhb, d c-acp cs d vbdr p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2073 | or because it is but little, not so much as they would have, and herein they do ill, | or Because it is but little, not so much as they would have, and herein they do ill, | cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j, xx av av-d c-acp pns32 vmd vhi, cc av pns32 vdb j-jn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2074 | for here the Lord loseth the glory of some Grace, for it's Grace that you have the least desires after it; | for Here the Lord loses the glory of Some Grace, for it's Grace that you have the least Desires After it; | c-acp av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp pn31|vbz n1 cst pn22 vhb dt ds n2 p-acp pn31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2075 | nay that you do but know what it is, and see the want of it, | nay that you do but know what it is, and see the want of it, | uh cst pn22 vdb p-acp vvi r-crq pn31 vbz, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2076 | and yet ever complaining, and never rejoycing, for every degree of Grace in Saints, is vertually saving, though formally common. | and yet ever complaining, and never rejoicing, for every degree of Grace in Saints, is virtually Saving, though formally Common. | cc av av vvg, cc av-x vvg, c-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, vbz av-j vvg, c-acp av-j j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2077 | But suppose the Lord fills the bottle full, and gives as much peace, affections, enlargements of heart, | But suppose the Lord fills the Bottle full, and gives as much peace, affections, enlargements of heart, | cc-acp vvb dt n1 vvz dt n1 j, cc vvz p-acp d n1, n2, n2 pp-f n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2078 | as it hath almost required, (for there are Spring-tides, and over-flowing times of Gods Spirit, | as it hath almost required, (for there Are Spring tides, and overflowing times of God's Spirit, | c-acp pn31 vhz av vvn, (c-acp a-acp vbr n2, cc j-vvg n2 pp-f npg1 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2079 | now they are ready to swell, and be puft up above measure, as Paul, 2 Cor. 12. 7. Lest I should be exalted above measure, for there is self-love in Saints. | now they Are ready to swell, and be puffed up above measure, as Paul, 2 Cor. 12. 7. Lest I should be exalted above measure, for there is Self-love in Saints. | av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi, cc vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd cs pns11 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2080 | Hence they desire an excellency in themselves: | Hence they desire an excellency in themselves: | av pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp px32: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2081 | hence when they find none of their own, they are apt to deck and set out themselves with what the Lord hath done, | hence when they find none of their own, they Are apt to deck and Set out themselves with what the Lord hath done, | av c-crq pns32 vvb pix pp-f po32 d, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi av px32 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhz vdn, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2082 | and so to joy in this, and now to think themselves better than others of Gods Saints, | and so to joy in this, and now to think themselves better than Others of God's Saints, | cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cc av pc-acp vvi px32 av-jc cs n2-jn pp-f npg1 n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2083 | whereas they should be more vile, and advance Grace the more, Eph. 3. 8. To me the least of Saints. | whereas they should be more vile, and advance Grace the more, Ephesians 3. 8. To me the least of Saints. | cs pns32 vmd vbi av-dc j, cc vvi n1 dt av-dc, np1 crd crd p-acp pno11 dt av-ds pp-f n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2084 | And hence the Lord after greatest deliverances and mercies sends great sorrows, as to them in the Wildernesse. | And hence the Lord After greatest Deliverances and Mercies sends great sorrows, as to them in the Wilderness. | cc av dt n1 p-acp js n2 cc n2 vvz j n2, c-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2085 | Hence the Lord takes away affections, and they dye, that Grace might be the more advanced. | Hence the Lord Takes away affections, and they die, that Grace might be the more advanced. | av dt n1 vvz av n2, cc pns32 vvb, cst n1 vmd vbi dt av-dc vvn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 363 | Page 63 |
2086 | 2. If the sins of their hearts are common, and cannot be removed, and so seem little, | 2. If the Sins of their hearts Are Common, and cannot be removed, and so seem little, | crd cs dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 vbr j, cc vmbx vbi vvn, cc av vvb j, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2087 | then they passe them by, and never take notice of them, God will pardon them, | then they pass them by, and never take notice of them, God will pardon them, | cs pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp, cc av-x vvb n1 pp-f pno32, np1 vmb vvi pno32, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2088 | and hence the Lord hath sad times of reckoning (with a rod in his hand) with his own people, Ezek. 6. 9. That those loose times are heavy times, this is for my neglect, &c. but hereby Grace loseth Glory; | and hence the Lord hath sad times of reckoning (with a rod in his hand) with his own people, Ezekiel 6. 9. That those lose times Are heavy times, this is for my neglect, etc. but hereby Grace loses Glory; | cc av dt n1 vhz j n2 pp-f vvg (p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1) p-acp po31 d n1, np1 crd crd cst d j n2 vbr j n2, d vbz p-acp po11 n1, av p-acp av n1 vvz n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2089 | for how can they see how deeply they are indebted to the Lord, if they see not their Debt? on the other side, | for how can they see how deeply they Are indebted to the Lord, if they see not their Debt? on the other side, | c-acp q-crq vmb pns32 vvi c-crq av-jn pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vvb xx po32 n1? p-acp dt j-jn n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2090 | if their sins be very violent, and their distempers so strong, that they think none like me, | if their Sins be very violent, and their distempers so strong, that they think none like me, | cs po32 n2 vbb av j, cc po32 n2 av j, cst pns32 vvb pix av-j pno11, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2091 | now their hearts sink, and dye away, and grow discouraged, and all the use they make is this, I think it will never be better with me, | now their hearts sink, and die away, and grow discouraged, and all the use they make is this, I think it will never be better with me, | av po32 n2 vvi, cc vvi av, cc vvb vvn, cc d dt n1 pns32 vvb vbz d, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb av-x vbi jc p-acp pno11, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2092 | and can there be life for me so dead, deliverance, redemption for me in such bondage, love for one that cannot but loath my self, | and can there be life for me so dead, deliverance, redemption for me in such bondage, love for one that cannot but loath my self, | cc vmb a-acp vbi n1 p-acp pno11 av j, n1, n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp d n1, vvb p-acp pi cst vmbx cc-acp vvi po11 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2093 | and if others did know me, they would do so too. | and if Others did know me, they would do so too. | cc cs n2-jn vdd vvi pno11, pns32 vmd vdi av av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2094 | Can the Lord love me now? Yes Beloved, that he can and will, Isai. 63. 16. Though Abraham know us not, yet, &c. But here is your sin, | Can the Lord love me now? Yes beloved, that he can and will, Isaiah 63. 16. Though Abraham know us not, yet, etc. But Here is your since, | vmb dt n1 vvb pno11 av? uh j-vvn, cst pns31 vmb cc vmb, np1 crd crd cs np1 vvb pno12 xx, av, av p-acp av vbz po22 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2095 | when you should make this use of all, to feel the more need of Grace to pitty, | when you should make this use of all, to feel the more need of Grace to pity, | c-crq pn22 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f d, pc-acp vvi dt av-dc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2096 | and say, the more precious shall Grace be to me for ever: your hearts now sink. | and say, the more precious shall Grace be to me for ever: your hearts now sink. | cc vvi, dt av-dc j vmb n1 vbi p-acp pno11 c-acp av: po22 n2 av vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2097 | The Lord brings his people into very low condition to humble them, and to shew them more of his Grace, Psalm 78. 19. Can God prepare a Table? they spake therein against God: so 'tis here; | The Lord brings his people into very low condition to humble them, and to show them more of his Grace, Psalm 78. 19. Can God prepare a Table? they spoke therein against God: so it's Here; | dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp av j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 crd crd vmb np1 vvi dt n1? pns32 vvd av p-acp np1: av pn31|vbz av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2098 | for herein the Lords Grace is seen, to love them when Lepers. | for herein the lords Grace is seen, to love them when Lepers. | c-acp av dt n2 n1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vvi pno32 c-crq n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 364 | Page 63 |
2099 | 3. Grace that hath been shewen, for times past they forget it, 2 Pet. 1. 9. And what is this but destroying Gods Grace? for why is Grace so precious at first conversion, that Heaven and Earth are too little to hold praises enough for it? And afterward, the Lord hath little love; | 3. Grace that hath been shown, for times passed they forget it, 2 Pet. 1. 9. And what is this but destroying God's Grace? for why is Grace so precious At First conversion, that Heaven and Earth Are too little to hold praises enough for it? And afterwards, the Lord hath little love; | crd n1 cst vhz vbn vvn, c-acp n2 p-acp pns32 vvb pn31, crd np1 crd crd cc r-crq vbz d p-acp vvg npg1 n1? p-acp q-crq vbz n1 av j p-acp ord n1, cst n1 cc n1 vbr av j pc-acp vvi n2 av-d p-acp pn31? cc av, dt n1 vhz j n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2100 | Oh you forget what once you were, and what the Lord hath done, hence 1 Tim. 1. 13, 14. I was so and so, &c. but now have received abundant Grace. | O you forget what once you were, and what the Lord hath done, hence 1 Tim. 1. 13, 14. I was so and so, etc. but now have received abundant Grace. | uh pn22 vvb r-crq a-acp pn22 vbdr, cc q-crq dt n1 vhz vdn, av crd np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vbds av cc av, av p-acp av vhi vvn j n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2101 | You have had many meetings with God, many answers from God, many consolations and times of refreshing and reviving, | You have had many meetings with God, many answers from God, many consolations and times of refreshing and reviving, | pn22 vhb vhn d n2 p-acp np1, d n2 p-acp np1, d n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2102 | and these forgotten and buried, the life of them after a year or two expired. | and these forgotten and buried, the life of them After a year or two expired. | cc d vvn cc vvn, dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc crd vvn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2103 | And what is this but eclipsing Gods Grace? On the other side, as for Grace for time to come, they fear it, especially when worms and no men in their own eyes. | And what is this but eclipsing God's Grace? On the other side, as for Grace for time to come, they Fear it, especially when worms and no men in their own eyes. | cc q-crq vbz d p-acp vvg npg1 n1? p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvb pn31, av-j c-crq n2 cc dx n2 p-acp po32 d n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2104 | Hence saith God, Fear not worm Iacob, Isai. 41. 14. There is a certain Divining Spirit (as one once told me) that untill that was pulled out, no honour can the Lord get. | Hence Says God, fear not worm Iacob, Isaiah 41. 14. There is a certain Divining Spirit (as one once told me) that until that was pulled out, no honour can the Lord get. | av vvz np1, vvb xx n1 np1, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt j j-vvg n1 (c-acp pi a-acp vvd pno11) cst c-acp d vbds vvn av, dx n1 vmb dt n1 vvb. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2105 | Before you come to Word or Prayer, thou wilt fear thou shalt never get any good; | Before you come to Word or Prayer, thou wilt Fear thou shalt never get any good; | p-acp pn22 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, pns21 vm2 vvi pns21 vm2 av-x vvi d j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2106 | and when the Lord gives any, thou wilt fear thou shalt never hold out; and what Promise soever is made, thou wilt fear thou shalt never find it. | and when the Lord gives any, thou wilt Fear thou shalt never hold out; and what Promise soever is made, thou wilt Fear thou shalt never find it. | cc c-crq dt n1 vvz d, pns21 vm2 vvi pns21 vm2 av-x vvi av; cc q-crq vvb av vbz vvn, pns21 vm2 vvi pns21 vm2 av-x vvi pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2107 | And what doth this but eclipse Grace? we should go with boldness to the Throne of Grace; | And what does this but eclipse Grace? we should go with boldness to the Throne of Grace; | cc q-crq vdz d p-acp n1 n1? pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2108 | nay hence let the Lord send never so much Mercy for the Present, a Fear will cut off all, that all this will rise up in Judgement against me. | nay hence let the Lord send never so much Mercy for the Present, a fear will Cut off all, that all this will rise up in Judgement against me. | uh-x av vvb dt n1 vvb av-x av av-d n1 p-acp dt j, dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp d, cst d d vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno11. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 365 | Page 64 |
2109 | 4. When they are most fit to honour Gods Grace by Faith, now they will not believe, not then above any other time: | 4. When they Are most fit to honour God's Grace by Faith, now they will not believe, not then above any other time: | crd c-crq pns32 vbr av-ds j pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1, av pns32 vmb xx vvi, xx av p-acp d j-jn n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2110 | for then a man is most fit to honour Grace, when he feels most need of it: | for then a man is most fit to honour Grace, when he feels most need of it: | c-acp cs dt n1 vbz av-ds j pc-acp vvi n1, c-crq pns31 vvz ds n1 pp-f pn31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2111 | and when hath he most need, but when he feels most emptinesse? why now above any other time a man will not come in, | and when hath he most need, but when he feels most emptiness? why now above any other time a man will not come in, | cc c-crq vhz pns31 ds vvi, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz ds n1? uh-crq av p-acp d j-jn n1 dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2112 | but will have somewhat in himself first, and then he will, when his heart is so and so sweetly setled, &c. Hence Luke 14. Poor, | but will have somewhat in himself First, and then he will, when his heart is so and so sweetly settled, etc. Hence Lycia 14. Poor, | cc-acp vmb vhi av p-acp px31 ord, cc av pns31 vmb, c-crq po31 n1 vbz av cc av av-j vvn, av av av crd j, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2113 | and blind, and lame, and halt compelled to come in: one would think there needed not that; | and blind, and lame, and halt compelled to come in: one would think there needed not that; | cc j, cc j, cc vvi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp: pi vmd vvi a-acp vvd xx d; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2114 | but now when fittest, now they will not: | but now when Fittest, now they will not: | cc-acp av c-crq js, av pns32 vmb xx: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2115 | for let any man observe what would endear his heart so much to Grace as this: | for let any man observe what would endear his heart so much to Grace as this: | p-acp vvi d n1 vvb r-crq vmd vvi po31 n1 av av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp d: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2116 | to think if it be the Lords mind to save a poor dead damned creature, then happy I? This is wonderful, this hath quickened dead love, and dead Faith, and a dead heart. | to think if it be the lords mind to save a poor dead damned creature, then happy I? This is wondered, this hath quickened dead love, and dead Faith, and a dead heart. | pc-acp vvi cs pn31 vbb dt n2 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j j j-vvn n1, av j pns11? d vbz j, d vhz vvn j n1, cc j n1, cc dt j n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2117 | And on the other side, if the Lord delay, if it comes not at their own time, then they distrust it; Grace! | And on the other side, if the Lord Delay, if it comes not At their own time, then they distrust it; Grace! | cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs dt n1 n1, cs pn31 vvz xx p-acp po32 d n1, cs pns32 vvb pn31; n1! | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2118 | alas I feel my self never a whit better: For there be two things in Faith, | alas I feel my self never a whit better: For there be two things in Faith, | uh pns11 vvb po11 n1 av-x dt n1 av-jc: c-acp pc-acp vbi crd n2 p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 366 | Page 64 |
2119 | First, A coming to Christ, which is our work, i. e. Gods work in us. Secondly, Receiving what I come for from Christ, which is the Lords work; | First, A coming to christ, which is our work, i. e. God's work in us. Secondly, Receiving what I come for from christ, which is the lords work; | ord, dt n-vvg p-acp np1, r-crq vbz po12 n1, sy. sy. npg1 n1 p-acp pno12. ord, vvg r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt ng1 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 367 | Page 64 |
2120 | Now the first gives evidence he shall have it, Iohn 6. 35, 37. Hence the Lord will have them rejoyce in what Christ hath, | Now the First gives evidence he shall have it, John 6. 35, 37. Hence the Lord will have them rejoice in what christ hath, | av dt ord vvz n1 pns31 vmb vhi pn31, np1 crd crd, crd av dt n1 vmb vhi pno32 vvi p-acp r-crq np1 vhz, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 368 | Page 64 |
2121 | as my Grace is sufficient; but if it comes not presently, then they cast off Faith, | as my Grace is sufficient; but if it comes not presently, then they cast off Faith, | c-acp po11 n1 vbz j; p-acp cs pn31 vvz xx av-j, cs pns32 vvd a-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 368 | Page 64 |
2122 | and so cast away Grace, I feel no good: | and so cast away Grace, I feel no good: | cc av vvd av n1, pns11 vvb dx j: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 368 | Page 64 |
2123 | hence Iohn 4. 48. &c. I know there is a seeming coming to Christ, to have the Grace of Christ and sin too, | hence John 4. 48. etc. I know there is a seeming coming to christ, to have the Grace of christ and since too, | av np1 crd crd av pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg vvg p-acp np1, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 368 | Page 64 |
2124 | and this you may well cast off: | and this you may well cast off: | cc d pn22 vmb av vvi a-acp: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 368 | Page 64 |
2125 | and a coming for his Grace and Spirit only, and you despise Grace, and distrust the Lord if you cast off this, | and a coming for his Grace and Spirit only, and you despise Grace, and distrust the Lord if you cast off this, | cc dt n-vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 av-j, cc pn22 vvb n1, cc vvi dt n1 cs pn22 vvd a-acp d, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 368 | Page 64 |
2126 | or you seek to put the Lord out of his working by a covenant of Grace, (where he takes his times as he pleases) and give a flat lie to all promises of Grace, | or you seek to put the Lord out of his working by a Covenant of Grace, (where he Takes his times as he Pleases) and give a flat lie to all promises of Grace, | cc pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n2 c-acp pns31 vvz) cc vvb dt j n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 368 | Page 64 |
2127 | and refuse to be contented with Christs Grace, that thou mightest have the more attributed to thy self, and the Lord the lesse. | and refuse to be contented with Christ Grace, that thou Mightest have the more attributed to thy self, and the Lord the less. | cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1, cst pns21 vmd2 vhi dt av-dc vvn p-acp po21 n1, cc dt n1 dt av-dc. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 368 | Page 64 |
2128 | 5. Either they think not of the exceeding greatnesse of the Lords love and free Grace to them, | 5. Either they think not of the exceeding greatness of the lords love and free Grace to them, | crd av-d pns32 vvb xx pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb cc j n1 p-acp pno32, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 64 |
2129 | and hence Paul bowes to Heaven for this, Eph. 3. 16, 17. And hence it comes to passe, that look as 'tis with sweet things, swallow them down in the lump, you never taste the sweetnesse to purpose, nor never commend them; | and hence Paul bows to Heaven for this, Ephesians 3. 16, 17. And hence it comes to pass, that look as it's with sweet things, swallow them down in the lump, you never taste the sweetness to purpose, nor never commend them; | cc av np1 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd cc av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst vvb c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n2, vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pn22 av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, ccx av-x vvb pno32; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 64 |
2130 | so 'tis when men swallow down Gods love, and chew not upon it, whereas if they did but think of it, Oh how sweet would it be! | so it's when men swallow down God's love, and chew not upon it, whereas if they did but think of it, O how sweet would it be! | av pn31|vbz c-crq n2 vvb a-acp npg1 n1, cc vvb xx p-acp pn31, cs cs pns32 vdd p-acp vvi pp-f pn31, uh q-crq j vmd pn31 vbi! | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 64 |
2131 | Psalm 63. 5, 6. Lord, how many dayes and weeks are spent thus? It's apparent you have the profession of a Christian life; | Psalm 63. 5, 6. Lord, how many days and weeks Are spent thus? It's apparent you have the profession of a Christian life; | np1 crd crd, crd n1, c-crq d n2 cc n2 vbr vvn av? pn31|vbz j pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 64 |
2132 | but do you taste the sweetness of a Christian course? No: why if you did think, you would; | but do you taste the sweetness of a Christian course? No: why if you did think, you would; | cc-acp vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1? uh-dx: q-crq cs pn22 vdd vvi, pn22 vmd; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 64 |
2133 | But you are weary at Night, sleepy in the morning, busie in the day, dead on the Sabbath: | But you Are weary At Night, sleepy in the morning, busy in the day, dead on the Sabbath: | cc-acp pn22 vbr j p-acp n1, j p-acp dt n1, j p-acp dt n1, j p-acp dt n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 64 |
2135 | or if they do think of it, and the greatness of it, then they cannot think so great things should be given unto them, or done for them: | or if they do think of it, and the greatness of it, then they cannot think so great things should be given unto them, or done for them: | cc cs pns32 vdb vvi pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cs pns32 vmbx vvi av j n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32, cc vdn p-acp pno32: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 64 |
2136 | that God should love me as his Son, make me an Heir of all he hath with him, redeem me that have despised his Blood: | that God should love me as his Son, make me an Heir of all he hath with him, Redeem me that have despised his Blood: | cst np1 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno11 dt n1 pp-f d pns31 vhz p-acp pno31, vvb pno11 cst vhb vvn po31 n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 65 |
2137 | 'tis too good News to be true. | it's too good News to be true. | pn31|vbz av j n1 pc-acp vbi j. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 65 |
2138 | Hence the Disciples believed not for joy, Luke 24. 41. Hence when delivered out of Babel, we were in a Dream; | Hence the Disciples believed not for joy, Lycia 24. 41. Hence when Delivered out of Babel, we were in a Dream; | av dt n2 vvd xx p-acp n1, av crd crd av c-crq vvn av pp-f np1, pns12 vbdr p-acp dt n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 65 |
2139 | this robs the Lord of Grace, for the greater the love is, and the more you take, the more love shall the Lord have, it cannot be otherwise, | this robs the Lord of Grace, for the greater the love is, and the more you take, the more love shall the Lord have, it cannot be otherwise, | d vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt jc dt n1 vbz, cc dt av-dc pn22 vvb, dt av-dc n1 vmb dt n1 vhb, pn31 vmbx vbi av, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 65 |
2140 | if you come to say this is mine. | if you come to say this is mine. | cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi d vbz png11. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 369 | Page 65 |
2141 | 6. Either they will pore only on their sins, and distempers, and miseries, and never look unto Christ the brazen Serpent, | 6. Either they will poor only on their Sins, and distempers, and misery's, and never look unto christ the brazen Serpent, | crd av-d pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp po32 n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc av-x vvb p-acp np1 dt j n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2142 | and search for a righteousness of their own, and cannot find it, and hence pore still. | and search for a righteousness of their own, and cannot find it, and hence poor still. | cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d, cc vmbx vvi pn31, cc av j av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2143 | As when men have wounds, they only think on them, that when awakened out of sleep, they complain in their beds like the Israelites, Exod. 6. 9. that would not hear Moses because of anguish. | As when men have wounds, they only think on them, that when awakened out of sleep, they complain in their Beds like the Israelites, Exod 6. 9. that would not hear Moses Because of anguish. | p-acp c-crq n2 vhb n2, pns32 av-j vvb p-acp pno32, cst c-crq vvn av pp-f n1, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2 av-j dt np2, np1 crd crd cst vmd xx vvi np1 c-acp pp-f n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2144 | As the impotent man answered Christ, Iohn 5. 5, 6, 7. Wilt ' be made whole? he turns his eyes upon his misery, I have none else to help me at the time; | As the impotent man answered christ, John 5. 5, 6, 7. Wilt ' be made Whole? he turns his eyes upon his misery, I have none Else to help me At the time; | p-acp dt j n1 vvd np1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd vm2 ' vbi vvn j-jn? pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vhb pix av pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp dt n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2145 | here is but this means, and when I come my self, others step in before me, &c. Now so do men, | Here is but this means, and when I come my self, Others step in before me, etc. Now so do men, | av vbz p-acp d n2, cc c-crq pns11 vvb po11 n1, n2-jn vvb p-acp p-acp pno11, av av av vdb n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2146 | and never look beyond means, the Lord can, the Lord will, and so eye not him: | and never look beyond means, the Lord can, the Lord will, and so eye not him: | cc av-x vvb p-acp n2, dt n1 vmb, dt n1 vmb, cc av vvb xx pno31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2147 | or on the other side, if they get healing of their wounds, then they eye Christ only, Eph. 2. 6. They were exalted in Heavenly places, | or on the other side, if they get healing of their wounds, then they eye christ only, Ephesians 2. 6. They were exalted in Heavenly places, | cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pns32 vvb vvg pp-f po32 n2, cs pns32 vvb np1 av-j, np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp j n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2148 | yet remember, as vers. 11, 12. For let any Christian see that he is poor and miserable, | yet Remember, as vers. 11, 12. For let any Christian see that he is poor and miserable, | av vvb, c-acp zz. crd, crd p-acp vvb d np1 vvi cst pns31 vbz j cc j, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2149 | but he is not much affected with it, nor afflicted with it, and so eye Christ, | but he is not much affected with it, nor afflicted with it, and so eye christ, | cc-acp pns31 vbz xx av-d vvn p-acp pn31, ccx vvn p-acp pn31, cc av n1 np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2150 | and trust to Christ, and ease himself here, & say we must look only to Christ, either you will hear of his fall (yea and himself shall find a decay) or he will grow very proud, unfit to give all to Christ. Is there Grace here? | and trust to christ, and ease himself Here, & say we must look only to christ, either you will hear of his fallen (yea and himself shall find a decay) or he will grow very proud, unfit to give all to christ. Is there Grace Here? | cc vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi px31 av, cc vvb pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1, av-d pn22 vmb vvi pp-f po31 n1 (uh cc px31 vmb vvi dt n1) cc pns31 vmb vvi av j, j pc-acp vvi d p-acp np1. vbz pc-acp vvi av? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 370 | Page 65 |
2151 | 7. Either if the Lord gives him any thing, himself and mercy, he will now add something of his own to Christ, | 7. Either if the Lord gives him any thing, himself and mercy, he will now add something of his own to christ, | crd av-d cs dt n1 vvz pno31 d n1, px31 cc n1, pns31 vmb av vvi pi pp-f po31 d p-acp np1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 371 | Page 65 |
2152 | and pull the vail of the Law over the face of the glory of Christ, Gal. 1. 6. or else do nothing at all for him, | and pull the Vail of the Law over the face of the glory of christ, Gal. 1. 6. or Else do nothing At all for him, | cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc av vdi pix p-acp d p-acp pno31, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 371 | Page 65 |
2153 | unless it be when the good fit takes him, under a pretence Christ must do all; | unless it be when the good fit Takes him, under a pretence christ must do all; | cs pn31 vbi c-crq dt j n1 vvz pno31, p-acp dt n1 np1 vmb vdi d; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 371 | Page 65 |
2154 | as here the five wise Virgins that fell asleep: and thus you see how Grace is opposed by the children of Grace. | as Here the five wise Virgins that fell asleep: and thus you see how Grace is opposed by the children of Grace. | c-acp av dt crd j n2 cst vvd j: cc av pn22 vvb c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 371 | Page 65 |
2155 | Now therefore my Exhortation is, to take heed of this, and be ever ready to attribute all to the Lord, | Now Therefore my Exhortation is, to take heed of this, and be ever ready to attribute all to the Lord, | av av po11 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d, cc vbb av j pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 371 | Page 65 |
2156 | as they cryed when the Second Temple was building from beginning to the end, Zec. 4. 6, 7. so that thou wast spared so long, that called by means that the Lord should by Faith accept, that he should speak peace, this is Grace, that though vile, yet he will save me: | as they cried when the Second Temple was building from beginning to the end, Zechariah 4. 6, 7. so that thou wast spared so long, that called by means that the Lord should by Faith accept, that he should speak peace, this is Grace, that though vile, yet he will save me: | c-acp pns32 vvd c-crq dt ord n1 vbds vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd av cst pns21 vbd2s vvn av av-j, cst vvd p-acp n2 cst dt n1 vmd p-acp n1 vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1, d vbz n1, cst cs j, av pns31 vmb vvi pno11: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 371 | Page 65 |
2157 | 'tis Grace, that though I can do nothing, yet he will help me, and afterwards Crown me: Oh this is wonderful Grace! And | it's Grace, that though I can do nothing, yet he will help me, and afterwards Crown me: O this is wondered Grace! And | pn31|vbz n1, cst cs pns11 vmb vdi pix, av pns31 vmb vvi pno11, cc av vvb pno11: uh d vbz j n1! cc | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 371 | Page 65 |
2158 | First, Do not only give the Lord the glory of Grace to redeem you from misery, | First, Do not only give the Lord the glory of Grace to Redeem you from misery, | ord, vdb xx av-j vvi dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 372 | Page 65 |
2159 | for this you may do, and be full ready to give it, yet perish at last, | for this you may do, and be full ready to give it, yet perish At last, | p-acp d pn22 vmb vdi, cc vbi j j pc-acp vvi pn31, av vvb p-acp ord, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 372 | Page 65 |
2160 | as the Israelites that sang Gods praises did, but that he will save thee from greater, i. e. from sin. And | as the Israelites that sang God's praises did, but that he will save thee from greater, i. e. from since. And | c-acp dt np1 cst vvd npg1 n2 vdd, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp jc, sy. sy. p-acp n1. cc | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 372 | Page 65 |
2161 | Secondly, Not only when you feel nothing, but when you feel most, Oh to honour Grace! And | Secondly, Not only when you feel nothing, but when you feel most, O to honour Grace! And | ord, xx av-j c-crq pn22 vvb pix, cc-acp c-crq pn22 vvb av-ds, uh p-acp n1 n1! cc | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 373 | Page 65 |
2162 | Thirdly, Not to do it coldly, but with a heart enflamed with sense of it, that I live, I have, I do, I am what I am: Oh 'tis Grace. | Thirdly, Not to do it coldly, but with a heart inflamed with sense of it, that I live, I have, I do, I am what I am: O it's Grace. | ord, xx pc-acp vdi pn31 av-jn, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f pn31, cst pns11 vvb, pns11 vhb, pns11 vdb, pns11 vbm q-crq pns11 vbm: uh pn31|vbz n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 374 | Page 65 |
2163 | So that now if the Lord shall come and ask you, what will you say if I'le deliver you from all misery, subdue all sins, passe by all wrong, hear all Prayers, do all good to thee, do much good by thee, love thee every moment, give a Kingdom when thy work is done to thee, | So that now if the Lord shall come and ask you, what will you say if I'll deliver you from all misery, subdue all Sins, pass by all wrong, hear all Prayers, do all good to thee, do much good by thee, love thee every moment, give a Kingdom when thy work is done to thee, | av cst av cs dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvb pn22, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi cs pns11|vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d n1, vvb d n2, vvb p-acp d n-jn, vvb d n2, vdb d j p-acp pno21, vdb d j p-acp pno21, vvb pno21 d n1, vvb dt n1 c-crq po21 n1 vbz vdn p-acp pno21, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 374 | Page 65 |
2164 | and my self better than all? say, Lord I can never recompence this, I shall be I hope the more vile in my own eyes for ever, and give all to Grace. | and my self better than all? say, Lord I can never recompense this, I shall be I hope the more vile in my own eyes for ever, and give all to Grace. | cc po11 n1 av-jc cs d? vvb, n1 pns11 vmb av-x vvi d, pns11 vmb vbi pns11 vvb dt av-dc j p-acp po11 d n2 c-acp av, cc vvb d p-acp n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 374 | Page 65 |
2165 | Oh sing that Song, or get that Song by heart now, for Rev. 7. 10. there is a Song, Salvation to the Lamb, which none else could sing. | O sing that Song, or get that Song by heart now, for Rev. 7. 10. there is a Song, Salvation to the Lamb, which none Else could sing. | uh vvb d n1, cc vvi d n1 p-acp n1 av, c-acp n1 crd crd a-acp vbz dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pix av vmd vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 374 | Page 65 |
2166 | This is our work, and a great work indeed. How shall I do this? |
This is our work, and a great work indeed. How shall I do this? | d vbz po12 n1, cc dt j n1 av. q-crq vmb pns11 vdi d? | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 374 | Page 65 |
2167 | 1. Get a new light from the Lord to shew you clearly the infinite, endless, |
1. Get a new Light from the Lord to show you clearly the infinite, endless, unknown evil of the least since; | crd vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 av-j dt j, j, j j-jn pp-f dt ds n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 376 | Page 65 |
2168 | Paul was a proud Pharisee until he saw sin, and Ier. 3. 24, 25. for if sin be seen, one smile, one day, | Paul was a proud Pharisee until he saw since, and Jeremiah 3. 24, 25. for if since be seen, one smile, one day, | np1 vbds dt j np1 c-acp pns31 vvd n1, cc np1 crd crd, crd c-acp cs n1 vbb vvn, crd n1, crd n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 376 | Page 65 |
2169 | nay a moments breathing-time in this world will be matter of amazement to thee after all thou hast, and hast done: | nay a moments breathing-time in this world will be matter of amazement to thee After all thou hast, and hast done: | uh-x dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vbi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp d pns21 vh2, cc vh2 vdn: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 376 | Page 66 |
2170 | much more when thou seest so many sins, and that in every thing: Intreat the Lord to do this. | much more when thou See so many Sins, and that in every thing: Entreat the Lord to do this. | av-d dc r-crq pns21 vv2 av d n2, cc cst p-acp d n1: vvb dt n1 pc-acp vdi d. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 376 | Page 66 |
2171 | We walk up and down the world, and say we sin and grieve the Lord; but Oh 'tis not known, happy art thou if the Lord hath discovered it; | We walk up and down the world, and say we sin and grieve the Lord; but O it's not known, happy art thou if the Lord hath discovered it; | pns12 vvb a-acp cc a-acp dt n1, cc vvb pns12 vvb cc vvi dt n1; cc-acp uh pn31|vbz xx vvn, j vb2r pns21 cs dt n1 vhz vvn pn31; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 376 | Page 66 |
2172 | then thou wilt say, why doth the Lord do any thing for me? could not he pick out stones, | then thou wilt say, why does the Lord do any thing for me? could not he pick out stones, | cs pns21 vm2 vvi, q-crq vdz dt n1 vdb d n1 p-acp pno11? vmd xx pns31 vvi av n2, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 376 | Page 66 |
2173 | nay Toads that never sinned against him, rather than me to enjoy him, especially is sin vile in thee, | nay Toads that never sinned against him, rather than me to enjoy him, especially is since vile in thee, | uh-x n2 cst av-x vvd p-acp pno31, av-c cs pno11 pc-acp vvi pno31, av-j vbz n1 j p-acp pno21, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 376 | Page 66 |
2174 | so near God, and so near Heaven too. Angels were hurled down for one sin. 2. Set a high price upon a little Grace; | so near God, and so near Heaven too. Angels were hurled down for one since. 2. Set a high price upon a little Grace; | av av-j np1, cc av j n1 av. np1 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp crd n1. crd j-vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 376 | Page 66 |
2175 | a man will be exceeding humbly thankful for the giving a little of that which he highly esteems, much more for giving much of what we value. | a man will be exceeding humbly thankful for the giving a little of that which he highly esteems, much more for giving much of what we valve. | dt n1 vmb vbi vvg av-j j p-acp dt vvg dt j pp-f d r-crq pns31 av-j vvz, av-d av-dc p-acp vvg d pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 377 | Page 66 |
2176 | The poor Woman of Canaan, Mat. 15. was glad of crumbs. | The poor Woman of Canaan, Mathew 15. was glad of crumbs. | dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd vbds j pp-f n2. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 377 | Page 66 |
2177 | How thankful do you think she was for loaves? that made her ready to receive all; Be it as thou wilt; | How thankful do you think she was for loaves? that made her ready to receive all; Be it as thou wilt; | q-crq j vdb pn22 vvi pns31 vbds p-acp n2? cst vvd po31 j pc-acp vvi d; vbb pn31 c-acp pns21 vm2; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 377 | Page 66 |
2178 | so it shall be with you, for if you prize a little, Oh when all shall be given, this will swallow you up into Grace. | so it shall be with you, for if you prize a little, O when all shall be given, this will swallow you up into Grace. | av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pn22, c-acp cs pn22 vvb dt j, uh c-crq d vmb vbi vvn, d vmb vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 377 | Page 66 |
2179 | And it's certain, there is never a mercy but 'tis great, if you consider him that gives it, who receives it, him that bought it. | And it's certain, there is never a mercy but it's great, if you Consider him that gives it, who receives it, him that bought it. | cc pn31|vbz j, pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 cc-acp pn31|vbz j, cs pn22 vvb pno31 cst vvz pn31, r-crq vvz pn31, pno31 cst vvd pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 377 | Page 66 |
2180 | But the most of Gods Grace in us appears to be but small; | But the most of God's Grace in us appears to be but small; | p-acp dt ds pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno12 vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp j; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 377 | Page 66 |
2181 | hence we prize it not, and hence never ready to give all to the Lord again. | hence we prize it not, and hence never ready to give all to the Lord again. | av pns12 vvb pn31 xx, cc av av-x j pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1 av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 377 | Page 66 |
2182 | 3. Learn to put a difference between your double being: | 3. Learn to put a difference between your double being: | crd np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 j-jn vbg: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2183 | for every Christian hath a double being: 1. In himself. 2. He hath a subsistence in Christ. | for every Christian hath a double being: 1. In himself. 2. He hath a subsistence in christ. | c-acp d np1 vhz dt j-jn vbg: crd p-acp px31. crd pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp np1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2184 | Now look upon your selves as in your selves, you will ever complain there, ever dead, | Now look upon your selves as in your selves, you will ever complain there, ever dead, | av vvb p-acp po22 n2 a-acp p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb av vvi a-acp, av j, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2185 | and never have your hearts ready to bless the Lord. | and never have your hearts ready to bless the Lord. | cc av-x vhi po22 n2 j pc-acp vvi dt n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2186 | If you only look on your selves in Christ, you will be proud, and never give the Lord honour. | If you only look on your selves in christ, you will be proud, and never give the Lord honour. | cs pn22 av-j vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp np1, pn22 vmb vbi j, cc av-x vvb dt n1 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2187 | I say therefore, put a difference between these two, for men appropriating to themselves what is Christs, they rob Christ of his glory. | I say Therefore, put a difference between these two, for men appropriating to themselves what is Christ, they rob christ of his glory. | pns11 vvb av, vvd dt n1 p-acp d crd, c-acp n2 vvg p-acp px32 q-crq vbz npg1, pns32 vvb np1 pp-f po31 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2188 | Hence Paul so humble, 1 Cor. 15. 10, 11. For if you look upon your self, I am dead, guilty, damned, weak, here will be shame: | Hence Paul so humble, 1 Cor. 15. 10, 11. For if you look upon your self, I am dead, guilty, damned, weak, Here will be shame: | av np1 av j, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1, pns11 vbm j, j, j-vvn, j, av vmb vbi n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2189 | if any life, or Grace, this is Christs. | if any life, or Grace, this is Christ. | cs d n1, cc n1, d vbz npg1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2190 | As a man on a Mount is the same man, no taller, only the Mountain makes him so: so think of thy self. | As a man on a Mount is the same man, no Taller, only the Mountain makes him so: so think of thy self. | p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt d n1, av-dx jc, av-j dt n1 vvz pno31 av: av vvb pp-f po21 n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2191 | Or as a mud wall, the sun shines on it, but in it self it is a mud-wall still; | Or as a mud wall, the sun shines on it, but in it self it is a mudwall still; | cc c-acp dt n1 n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31, cc-acp p-acp pn31 n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2192 | all the warmth and lustre is from the Sun. 4. Learn to love Grace; | all the warmth and lustre is from the Sun. 4. Learn to love Grace; | d dt n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 crd np1 pc-acp vvi n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 378 | Page 66 |
2193 | what we love we will seek the good of more than our own, and commend it. | what we love we will seek the good of more than our own, and commend it. | r-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vmb vvi dt j pp-f dc cs po12 d, cc vvb pn31. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 379 | Page 66 |
2194 | First, It's the only first mover of all our good: thou shouldst never have had a dram of peace or mercy. | First, It's the only First mover of all our good: thou Shouldst never have had a dram of peace or mercy. | ord, pn31|vbz dt j ord n1 pp-f d po12 j: pns21 vmd2 av-x vhi vhn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 380 | Page 66 |
2195 | Why hast it? the Lord will have it so, Grace pleads it may be so; | Why hast it? the Lord will have it so, Grace pleads it may be so; | q-crq vvb pn31? dt n1 vmb vhi pn31 av, n1 vvz pn31 vmb vbi av; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 380 | Page 66 |
2196 | this is the only Petitioner at Court against the cry of sin, against the cry of Justice. | this is the only Petitioner At Court against the cry of since, against the cry of justice. | d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 380 | Page 66 |
2198 | sometime God frowns, and Hell smokes, and Satan tempts, and sin rageth, and it may be no feeling of Grace, no reason to shew there shall ever be any; | sometime God frowns, and Hell smokes, and Satan tempts, and since rages, and it may be no feeling of Grace, no reason to show there shall ever be any; | av np1 vvz, cc n1 vvz, cc np1 vvz, cc n1 vvz, cc pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f n1, dx n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp vmb av vbi d; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 381 | Page 66 |
2199 | now what have you done, what will you do? Fly for refuge to the Promise of Grace, Heb. 6. 18. It is such a Friend as holds up the head when sinking, | now what have you done, what will you do? Fly for refuge to the Promise of Grace, Hebrew 6. 18. It is such a Friend as holds up the head when sinking, | av q-crq vhb pn22 vdn, q-crq vmb pn22 vdi? n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz a-acp dt n1 c-crq vvg, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 381 | Page 66 |
2200 | when dying holds that, when all fails, and against which the gates of Hell cannot prevail. | when dying holds that, when all fails, and against which the gates of Hell cannot prevail. | c-crq j-vvg n2 cst, c-crq d vvz, cc p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmbx vvi. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 381 | Page 66 |
2201 | To him that laies hold on Grace, this is wonderful; Paul was a man taken with Grace: | To him that lays hold on Grace, this is wondered; Paul was a man taken with Grace: | p-acp pno31 cst vvz n1 p-acp n1, d vbz j; np1 vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 381 | Page 66 |
2202 | hence he every where commends it, I was received to mercy, &c. 1 Tim. 1. 13, 14. 5. See how the Lord loves that thou shouldest honour it, for the greatest honour Grace hath is by Faith; | hence he every where commends it, I was received to mercy, etc. 1 Tim. 1. 13, 14. 5. See how the Lord loves that thou Shouldst honour it, for the greatest honour Grace hath is by Faith; | av pns31 d q-crq vvz pn31, pns11 vbds vvn p-acp n1, av vvn np1 crd crd, crd crd vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pn31, p-acp dt js n1 n1 vhz vbz p-acp n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 381 | Page 66 |
2203 | hence they are put for one, Rom. 4. 16. and the great cause why Faith stirs not, is because he sees not how the Lord shall have by it the praise of his rich Grace, | hence they Are put for one, Rom. 4. 16. and the great cause why Faith stirs not, is Because he sees not how the Lord shall have by it the praise of his rich Grace, | av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp crd, np1 crd crd cc dt j n1 q-crq n1 vvz xx, vbz c-acp pns31 vvz xx c-crq dt n1 vmb vhi p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 66 |
2204 | nor how the Lord loves it should do so. | nor how the Lord loves it should do so. | ccx c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 vmd vdi av. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 66 |
2205 | For if a man did see how by Faith he shall honour Grace, and how the Lord is pleased with it, it would draw the heart to be assured, and to bless Grace; | For if a man did see how by Faith he shall honour Grace, and how the Lord is pleased with it, it would draw the heart to be assured, and to bless Grace; | p-acp cs dt n1 vdd vvi c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi n1, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vvi n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 66 |
2206 | for when the Soul feels it self at worst, why doth it not believe? I shall presume: | for when the Soul feels it self At worst, why does it not believe? I shall presume: | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp js, q-crq vdz pn31 xx vvi? pns11 vmb vvi: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 66 |
2207 | True, if you have this only in your eye to save your self; | True, if you have this only in your eye to save your self; | j, cs pn22 vhb d av-j p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 66 |
2208 | but if the Spirit presents the glory of Grace, and this draws your will that you will glorifie Grace, | but if the Spirit presents the glory of Grace, and this draws your will that you will Glorify Grace, | cc-acp cs dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d vvz po22 n1 cst pn22 vmb vvi n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 66 |
2209 | then you will say 'tis no presumption so to do, and so to believe, for the Lord loves his Grace, | then you will say it's no presumption so to do, and so to believe, for the Lord loves his Grace, | cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31|vbz dx n1 av pc-acp vdi, cc av pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 66 |
2210 | and all means for the glory of Grace. Hence he will use Faith for that end, to honour Grace. | and all means for the glory of Grace. Hence he will use Faith for that end, to honour Grace. | cc d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. av pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi n1. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 66 |
2211 | Oh therefore see how the Lord loves to have thee honour it. This gives Gods heart full rest; | O Therefore see how the Lord loves to have thee honour it. This gives God's heart full rest; | uh av vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi pno21 vvb pn31. np1 vvz npg1 n1 j n1; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2212 | this is that which he desires most, because 'tis his end: This is that which all the business of the world is for: | this is that which he Desires most, Because it's his end: This is that which all the business of the world is for: | d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz av-ds, c-acp pn31|vbz po31 n1: d vbz d r-crq d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2213 | Oh see how he loves it! and then you will love to act thus. Now set upon this last work: | O see how he loves it! and then you will love to act thus. Now Set upon this last work: | uh vvb c-crq pns31 vvz pn31! cc cs pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av. av vvd p-acp d ord n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2214 | look over all your life, and like Bees gather honey from every flower, and then come loaden home; | look over all your life, and like Bees gather honey from every flower, and then come loaded home; | vvb a-acp d po22 n1, cc j n2 vvi n1 p-acp d n1, cc av vvb vvn av-an; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2215 | so do you, and look over all the Lords love, turn over all the leaves of it: | so do you, and look over all the lords love, turn over all the leaves of it: | av vdb pn22, cc vvb a-acp d dt n2 vvb, vvb a-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2216 | The Lord hath now called me; why? it's because Christ hath redeemed; and why that? because the Father hath chosen; | The Lord hath now called me; why? it's Because christ hath redeemed; and why that? Because the Father hath chosen; | dt n1 vhz av vvn pno11; q-crq? pn31|vbz c-acp np1 vhz vvn; cc c-crq d? c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn; | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2217 | and why me? to glorifie his Grace: And why me rather than another? No reason, but he would. | and why me? to Glorify his Grace: And why me rather than Another? No reason, but he would. | cc q-crq pno11? pc-acp vvi po31 n1: cc q-crq pno11 av-c cs j-jn? dx n1, cc-acp pns31 vmd. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2238 | as Paul that knew not whether in or out of the body, 2 Cor. 12. 3. We know it here shall go out of the body: | as Paul that knew not whither in or out of the body, 2 Cor. 12. 3. We know it Here shall go out of the body: | c-acp np1 cst vvd xx cs p-acp cc av pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb pn31 av vmb vvi av pp-f dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 392 | Page 68 |
2218 | This I doubt not will be the work of Heaven, I am glorified because called, because redeemed, because elected, for none other reason why, and here astonished. | This I doubt not will be the work of Heaven, I am glorified Because called, Because redeemed, Because elected, for none other reason why, and Here astonished. | d pns11 vvb xx n1 vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vbm vvn c-acp vvn, c-acp vvn, c-acp vvn, c-acp pi j-jn n1 c-crq, cc av vvn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2219 | You have not christian hearts in you, that will now have no care to do this work there before you are turned off the stage: | You have not christian hearts in you, that will now have no care to do this work there before you Are turned off the stage: | pn22 vhb xx njp n2 p-acp pn22, cst vmb av vhi dx n1 pc-acp vdi d n1 a-acp p-acp pn22 vbr vvn a-acp dt n1: | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2220 | you poor doubting Spirits, that see so much vileness, and cannot be perswaded; be not discouraged. | you poor doubting Spirits, that see so much vileness, and cannot be persuaded; be not discouraged. | pn22 j n-vvg n2, cst vvb av d n1, cc vmbx vbi vvn; vbb xx vvn. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2221 | Wait for the Lord, and say, if he shall save, I shall for ever love him the more. | Wait for the Lord, and say, if he shall save, I shall for ever love him the more. | n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi, cs pns31 vmb vvi, pns11 vmb p-acp av vvi pno31 dt av-dc. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2222 | Now hold here, an• be ready to do so, and it's certain thou art a vessel of Glory, ready to sing the Song of the Lamb, | Now hold Here, an• be ready to do so, and it's certain thou art a vessel of Glory, ready to sing the Song of the Lamb, | av vvb av, n1 vbb j pc-acp vdi av, cc pn31|vbz j pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f n1, j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2223 | and shalt follow him where-ever he goes. | and shalt follow him wherever he Goes. | cc vm2 vvi pno31 j pns31 vvz. | (13) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2224 | CHAP. IX. Concerning the Souls immediate closing with the Person of Christ, as the proper Object of Saving-Faith. | CHAP. IX. Concerning the Souls immediate closing with the Person of christ, as the proper Object of Saving-faith. | np1 crd. vvg dt n2 j n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 382 | Page 67 |
2225 | 3. Went forth to meet the Bride-Groom. SECT. I. Here needs the Explication of Three Things. | 3. Went forth to meet the Bride-Groom. SECT. I. Here needs the Explication of Three Things. | crd np1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1. n1. np1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f crd n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 383 | Page 67 |
2226 | 1. VVHo is the Bride-groom? | 1. Who is the Bridegroom? | crd q-crq vbz dt n1? | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 385 | Page 67 |
2227 | Answ. The conclusion of this Parable is the Explication of this, viz. the Son of Man, the Lord Jesus Christ, who according to the several conditions, | Answer The conclusion of this Parable is the Explication of this, viz. the Son of Man, the Lord jesus christ, who according to the several conditions, | np1 dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d, n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 np1 np1, r-crq vvg p-acp dt j n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 386 | Page 67 |
2228 | or dispositions the Church is in, appears to his Church under several relations and titles. | or dispositions the Church is in, appears to his Church under several relations and titles. | cc n2 dt n1 vbz p-acp, vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 386 | Page 67 |
2229 | The Church is oppressed by her enemies, he appears now to her as her Prince and King: | The Church is oppressed by her enemies, he appears now to her as her Prince and King: | dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz av p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 n1 cc n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 386 | Page 67 |
2230 | the Church wants wisdom, light, and life, he appears now unto her as an head. | the Church Wants Wisdom, Light, and life, he appears now unto her as an head. | dt n1 vvz n1, n1, cc n1, pns31 vvz av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 386 | Page 67 |
2231 | The Church hath been seeking of his love, and yielding her self to the obedience of him as her Lord: | The Church hath been seeking of his love, and yielding her self to the Obedience of him as her Lord: | dt n1 vhz vbn vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 c-acp po31 n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 386 | Page 67 |
2232 | at last he appears more fully to her as an Husband, or as a Bride-groom with whom she is to have her nearest and everlasting fellowship and communion, and so here. | At last he appears more Fully to her as an Husband, or as a Bridegroom with whom she is to have her nearest and everlasting fellowship and communion, and so Here. | p-acp ord pns31 vvz av-dc av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vhi po31 js cc j n1 cc n1, cc av av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 386 | Page 67 |
2233 | And when Christ comes to shew most special love, and to have most special fellowship with his people, he thus stiles himself, Isal. 54. 5, 6. So Iohn 3. 29. And when the Church hath tasted that love, she calls him so. | And when christ comes to show most special love, and to have most special fellowship with his people, he thus stile himself, Isal 54. 5, 6. So John 3. 29. And when the Church hath tasted that love, she calls him so. | cc c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi ds j n1, cc pc-acp vhi av-ds j n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 av vvz px31, np1 crd crd, crd np1 np1 crd crd cc c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn d n1, pns31 vvz pno31 av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 386 | Page 67 |
2234 | II. What it is to meet the Bride-groom? Answ. To enjoy fellowship and familiarity with him. III. | II What it is to meet the Bridegroom? Answer To enjoy fellowship and familiarity with him. III. | crd r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1? np1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 387 | Page 67 |
2235 | What is it [ to go forth to meet ] the Bride-groom? Answ. There are but three wayes of going forth to meet with Christ in Scripture. | What is it [ to go forth to meet ] the Bridegroom? Answer There Are but three ways of going forth to meet with christ in Scripture. | q-crq vbz pn31 [ pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vvi ] dt n1? np1 pc-acp vbr p-acp crd n2 pp-f vvg av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 389 | Page 67 |
2236 | 1. When Soul and Body at the last Day meet the Lord in the clouds of the air, 1 Thes. 4. 17. Thus the whole Church, the Bride shall appear in glory to meet the Bride-groom. | 1. When Soul and Body At the last Day meet the Lord in the Clouds of the air, 1 Thebes 4. 17. Thus the Whole Church, the Bride shall appear in glory to meet the Bridegroom. | crd c-crq n1 cc n1 p-acp dt ord n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd av dt j-jn n1, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 391 | Page 67 |
2237 | 2. When the Soul only goeth out of the Body by the ministry of Angels to meet the Lord in Heaven, | 2. When the Soul only Goes out of the Body by the Ministry of Angels to meet the Lord in Heaven, | crd c-crq dt n1 av-j vvz av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 392 | Page 68 |
2239 | as Christ is said when he went to Heaven, I go to my Father, and your Father; | as christ is said when he went to Heaven, I go to my Father, and your Father; | p-acp np1 vbz vvn c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1, pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1, cc po22 n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 392 | Page 68 |
2240 | so it goes forth then to Christ, Eccles. 12. 7. and neither of these can be meant here, for | so it Goes forth then to christ, Eccles. 12. 7. and neither of these can be meant Here, for | av pn31 vvz av av p-acp np1, np1 crd crd cc d pp-f d vmb vbi vvn av, c-acp | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 392 | Page 68 |
2241 | First, •his shews the 〈 ◊ 〉 of the Jewish Church long before Christs coming, at least among many of them. | First, •his shows the 〈 ◊ 〉 of the Jewish Church long before Christ coming, At least among many of them. | ord, fw-la vvz dt 〈 sy 〉 pp-f dt jp n1 av-j p-acp npg1 n-vvg, p-acp ds p-acp d pp-f pno32. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 393 | Page 68 |
2242 | Secondly, Because the shutting out, vers. 10. is by and at Death: hence letting in is so too. Now this was before. | Secondly, Because the shutting out, vers. 10. is by and At Death: hence letting in is so too. Now this was before. | ord, c-acp dt vvg av, fw-la. crd vbz p-acp cc p-acp n1: av vvg a-acp vbz av av. av d vbds a-acp. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 394 | Page 68 |
2243 | 3. When the Soul goes out or it self by Faith: hence Iohn 6. 35. 'tis called coming to Christ; | 3. When the Soul Goes out or it self by Faith: hence John 6. 35. it's called coming to christ; | crd c-crq dt n1 vvz av cc pn31 n1 p-acp n1: av np1 crd crd pn31|vbz vvn j-vvg p-acp np1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 395 | Page 68 |
2244 | and this not any Physical natural departing of the Soul out of the body, but Ethical, supernatural, by the operations of the Soul out of 〈 ◊ 〉 self. | and this not any Physical natural departing of the Soul out of the body, but Ethical, supernatural, by the operations of the Soul out of 〈 ◊ 〉 self. | cc d xx av-d j j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc-acp j, j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 395 | Page 68 |
2245 | And look as the whole Soul by unbelief departs from God in Christ, so the whole Soul by Faith comes again unto God by Christ. | And look as the Whole Soul by unbelief departs from God in christ, so the Whole Soul by Faith comes again unto God by christ. | cc vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp np1, av dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 vvz av p-acp np1 p-acp np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 395 | Page 68 |
2246 | The mind sees, affections make after him, will fastens on him, and there depends. | The mind sees, affections make After him, will fastens on him, and there depends. | dt n1 vvz, n2 vvb p-acp pno31, n1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc a-acp vvz. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 395 | Page 68 |
2247 | This is the first work of Faith, or the first Faith, the coming (as in all motions there are two extreams) of the Soul from a nothingness, emptiness in it self, to an allness and fulness in Christ: | This is the First work of Faith, or the First Faith, the coming (as in all motions there Are two extremes) of the Soul from a nothingness, emptiness in it self, to an allness and fullness in christ: | d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f n1, cc dt ord n1, dt vvg (c-acp p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbr crd n2-jn) pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 395 | Page 68 |
2248 | And as 'tis in other motions, if there was a vacuum, there would be motus in instanti; so if there was an emptiness seen in the world, | And as it's in other motions, if there was a vacuum, there would be motus in instanti; so if there was an emptiness seen in the world, | cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j-jn n2, cs pc-acp vbds dt fw-la, a-acp vmd vbi fw-la p-acp fw-la; av cs pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 395 | Page 68 |
2249 | and all the works of it, and in all fears that all mountains were cast down, Faith then would suddenly come by the Spirit to the Lord Jesus, | and all the works of it, and in all fears that all Mountains were cast down, Faith then would suddenly come by the Spirit to the Lord jesus, | cc d dt n2 pp-f pn31, cc p-acp d n2 cst d n2 vbdr vvn a-acp, n1 av vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 395 | Page 68 |
2250 | and this coming to Christ is not meant here: For First, These Virgins were espoused to Christ by Faith already. | and this coming to christ is not meant Here: For First, These Virgins were espoused to christ by Faith already. | cc d vvg p-acp np1 vbz xx vvn av: c-acp ord, d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 395 | Page 68 |
2251 | Secondly, At the first coming to Christ it goes to the Lord for life in him, and from him; | Secondly, At the First coming to christ it Goes to the Lord for life in him, and from him; | ord, p-acp dt ord n-vvg p-acp np1 pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 397 | Page 68 |
2252 | but here having life already, they go forth to live with him: there the Soul goes out to meet him in the Gospel, in the Promise; | but Here having life already, they go forth to live with him: there the Soul Goes out to meet him in the Gospel, in the Promise; | cc-acp av vhg n1 av, pns32 vvb av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: a-acp dt n1 vvz av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 397 | Page 68 |
2253 | here the Virgins go forth to meet him in Glory. | Here the Virgins go forth to meet him in Glory. | av dt n2 vvb av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 397 | Page 68 |
2254 | There the Soul goes to be justified by him, here the Virgins go to be glorified with him: | There the Soul Goes to be justified by him, Here the Virgins go to be glorified with him: | a-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, av dt n2 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 397 | Page 68 |
2255 | and therefore 'tis meant of a second going out of the Soul by some special acts of Faith, | and Therefore it's meant of a second going out of the Soul by Some special acts of Faith, | cc av pn31|vbz vvn pp-f dt ord vvg av pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 397 | Page 68 |
2256 | after that it doth believe, and after 'tis ready for him. And for Explication. From whence doth the Soul go? |
After that it does believe, and After it's ready for him. And for Explication. From whence does the Soul go? | c-acp cst pn31 vdz vvi, cc c-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp pno31. cc p-acp n1. p-acp q-crq vdz dt n1 vvi? | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 397 | Page 68 |
2257 | It's chiefly going out of this world by trampling this Moon under her feet, |
It's chiefly going out of this world by trampling this Moon under her feet, by forgetting this her Father's house, by a holy contempt of it, | pn31|vbz av-jn vvg av pp-f d n1 p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp vvg d po31 ng1 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 399 | Page 68 |
2258 | and a holy dying to it, and all the glory of it. | and a holy dying to it, and all the glory of it. | cc dt j vvg p-acp pn31, cc d dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 399 | Page 68 |
2259 | For 'tis a thousand to one if Satan doth not intangle here, if Lot be not taken with Sodom though burnt out there; | For it's a thousand to one if Satan does not entangle Here, if Lot be not taken with Sodom though burned out there; | p-acp pn31|vbz dt crd p-acp crd cs np1 vdz xx vvi av, cs n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp np1 cs vvd av a-acp; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 399 | Page 68 |
2260 | and if this going out is to enjoy the Lord in another world chiefly, then going out is from the opposite terme, from this world. | and if this going out is to enjoy the Lord in Another world chiefly, then going out is from the opposite term, from this world. | cc cs d vvg av vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1 av-jn, av vvg av vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp d n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 399 | Page 68 |
2261 | Hence Paul singles out this mercy, Gal. 1. 4. Christ gave himself to deliver us from this present evil world. | Hence Paul singles out this mercy, Gal. 1. 4. christ gave himself to deliver us from this present evil world. | av np1 vvz av d n1, np1 crd crd np1 vvd px31 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d j j-jn n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 399 | Page 68 |
2262 | Oh say men, 'tis a good world, and good being here. 'Tis an evil world: 'tis so when Death comes, but for present 'tis best. | O say men, it's a good world, and good being Here. It's an evil world: it's so when Death comes, but for present it's best. | uh vvb n2, pn31|vbz dt j n1, cc j vbg av. pn31|vbz dt j-jn n1: pn31|vbz av c-crq n1 vvz, cc-acp p-acp j pn31|vbz js. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 399 | Page 68 |
2263 | No, 'tis a present evil world. By what acts of Faith doth it go forth? |
No, it's a present evil world. By what acts of Faith does it go forth? | uh-dx, pn31|vbz dt j j-jn n1. p-acp r-crq n2 pp-f n1 vdz pn31 vvi av? | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 399 | Page 68 |
2264 | There be two affections of the Soul that chiefly look to a good absent, |
There be two affections of the Soul that chiefly look to a good absent, yet loving that good, go forth to meet it, | pc-acp vbi crd n2 pp-f dt n1 cst av-jn vvb p-acp dt j j, av vvg d j, vvb av pc-acp vvi pn31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 68 |
2265 | and those are Hope and Desire; like the blind man and the lame, both together can make a shift to go. | and those Are Hope and Desire; like the blind man and the lame, both together can make a shift to go. | cc d vbr n1 cc n1; av-j dt j n1 cc dt j, av-d av vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 68 |
2266 | Hope like the eye goes out and looks, Desire like the feet runs out and longs. | Hope like the eye Goes out and looks, Desire like the feet runs out and longs. | n1 av-j dt n1 vvz av cc vvz, vvb av-j dt n2 vvz av cc vvz. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 68 |
2267 | The going forth therefore to meet Christ, is: 1. By a real expectation of him. 2. By a longing desire to be with him. | The going forth Therefore to meet christ, is: 1. By a real expectation of him. 2. By a longing desire to be with him. | dt vvg av av pc-acp vvi np1, vbz: crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno31. crd p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 68 |
2268 | Hope gets on the top of the world, and cries, Oh I see him, Desire stands by and longs for him, Oh come Lord. | Hope gets on the top of the world, and cries, O I see him, Desire Stands by and longs for him, O come Lord. | n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n2, uh pns11 vvb pno31, n1 vvz p-acp cc vvz p-acp pno31, uh vvb n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 68 |
2269 | A careless blind world look not for him, nor after him, the Saints do. | A careless blind world look not for him, nor After him, the Saints do. | dt j j n1 vvb xx p-acp pno31, ccx p-acp pno31, dt n2 vdb. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 68 |
2270 | Heb. 9. 28. An earthly-minded world longs not for him, the Bride doth, Rev. 22. 17, 20. Oh come Lord Iesus, come quickly; | Hebrew 9. 28. an earthly-minded world longs not for him, the Bride does, Rev. 22. 17, 20. O come Lord Iesus, come quickly; | np1 crd crd dt j n1 vvz xx p-acp pno31, dt n1 vdz, n1 crd crd, crd uh vvb n1 np1, vvb av-j; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 68 |
2271 | by love and joy we imbrace and entertain the Bride-groom, by hope and desire we go forth to meet the Bridegroom. | by love and joy we embrace and entertain the Bridegroom, by hope and desire we go forth to meet the Bridegroom. | p-acp n1 cc n1 pns12 vvi cc vvi dt n1, p-acp n1 cc vvb pns12 vvb av pc-acp vvi dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 68 |
2272 | Hence many things are to be observed, and yet not all I might. | Hence many things Are to be observed, and yet not all I might. | av d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av xx d pns11 vmd. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 68 |
2273 | SECT. II. THat the object to which Faith chiefly looks, |
SECT. II THat the Object to which Faith chiefly looks, and closeth with, is the Person of the Lord Iesus. | n1. crd cst dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1 av-jn vvz, cc vvz p-acp, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 401 | Page 69 |
2274 | 'Tis the Bride-groom himself that the Virgins chiefly have to do withall; they are espoused to him, as in Marriage; | It's the Bridegroom himself that the Virgins chiefly have to do withal; they Are espoused to him, as in Marriage; | pn31|vbz dt n1 px31 cst dt n2 av-jn vhb pc-acp vdi av; pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp p-acp n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 402 | Page 69 |
2275 | there is a giving of themselves one unto another; they make themselves ready for him, they go out to meet him: | there is a giving of themselves one unto Another; they make themselves ready for him, they go out to meet him: | pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f px32 pi p-acp n-jn; pns32 vvb px32 j p-acp pno31, pns32 vvb av pc-acp vvi pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 402 | Page 69 |
2276 | 'Tis him they love, 'tis him they want, 'tis him they look for, 'tis him they close withal•. | It's him they love, it's him they want, it's him they look for, it's him they close withal•. | pn31|vbz pno31 pns32 vvb, pn31|vbz pno31 pns32 vvb, pn31|vbz pno31 pns32 vvb p-acp, pn31|vbz pno31 pns32 av-j n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 402 | Page 69 |
2277 | Whorish lovers look not after him, but his: | Whorish lovers look not After him, but his: | j n2 vvb xx p-acp pno31, cc-acp po31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 402 | Page 69 |
2278 | his peace to comfort them when in horror and fear, his mercy to save them from eternal flames; | his peace to Comfort them when in horror and Fear, his mercy to save them from Eternal flames; | png31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 c-crq p-acp n1 cc n1, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 402 | Page 69 |
2279 | but Virgins look to him, they look to [ His ] indeed, but 'tis himself chiefly they care for, Iohn 1. 12. to so many as received him, he gave power to be Sons, Iohn 6. 27. when the people followed him, but it was for loaves: | but Virgins look to him, they look to [ His ] indeed, but it's himself chiefly they care for, John 1. 12. to so many as received him, he gave power to be Sons, John 6. 27. when the people followed him, but it was for loaves: | cc-acp n2 vvb p-acp pno31, pns32 vvb pc-acp [ po31 ] av, cc-acp pn31|vbz n1 av-jn pns32 vvb p-acp, np1 crd crd p-acp av av-d c-acp vvd pno31, pns31 vvd n1 pc-acp vbi n2, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31, cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp n2: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 402 | Page 69 |
2280 | Labour not for bread that perisheth, bu•, &c. for him hath the Father sealed, Mat. 13. 44. The man did not buy the Treasure, but bought the field: | Labour not for bred that Perishes, bu•, etc. for him hath the Father sealed, Mathew 13. 44. The man did not buy the Treasure, but bought the field: | vvb xx p-acp n1 cst vvz, n1, av p-acp pno31 vhz dt n1 vvd, np1 crd crd dt n1 vdd xx vvi dt n1, cc-acp vvd dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 402 | Page 69 |
2281 | 'tis him Faith seeks for, Ier. 50. 4. They shall seek the Lord weeping; | it's him Faith seeks for, Jeremiah 50. 4. They shall seek the Lord weeping; | pn31|vbz pno31 n1 vvz p-acp, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 vvg; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 402 | Page 69 |
2282 | 'tis him Faith chuseth, and is contented with, Whom have I in Heaven but thee? Psal. 73. 25. 'Tis him Faith glories in, Isai. 45. 25. In him shall all the Seed of Israel glory. SECT. III. 'TIs chiefly and firstly the Person of Christ that the Father gives unto the Soul, Isai. 9. 6. hence Faith laies hold on him: | it's him Faith chooseth, and is contented with, Whom have I in Heaven but thee? Psalm 73. 25. It's him Faith Glories in, Isaiah 45. 25. In him shall all the Seed of Israel glory. SECT. III. It's chiefly and firstly the Person of christ that the Father gives unto the Soul, Isaiah 9. 6. hence Faith lays hold on him: | pn31|vbz pno31 n1 vvz, cc vbz vvn p-acp, r-crq vhb pns11 p-acp n1 p-acp pno21? np1 crd crd pn31|vbz pno31 n1 vvz p-acp, np1 crd crd p-acp pno31 vmb d dt n1 pp-f np1 n1. n1. np1. pn31|vbz av-jn cc av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd av n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 402 | Page 69 |
2283 | It's not seemly to keep• Portion from any, much less Orphans Portion. Faith empties a man so as it makes him the Poorest Or•han in the world; | pn31|vbz xx j p-acp n1 n1 p-acp d, av-d av-dc n2 n1. n1 vvz dt n1 av c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 dt js n1 p-acp dt n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 | |
2284 | now the Father cannot, will not keep back his Portion, but gives it him: | now the Father cannot, will not keep back his Portion, but gives it him: | av dt n1 vmbx, vmb xx vvi av po31 n1, cc-acp vvz pn31 pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2285 | Wicked men have their Portion in this world, Psalm 17. 14. and they think the Lord loves them because he blesseth them: | Wicked men have their Portion in this world, Psalm 17. 14. and they think the Lord loves them Because he Blesses them: | j n2 vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1, n1 crd crd cc pns32 vvb dt n1 vvz pno32 c-acp pns31 vvz pno32: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2286 | they have many moral excellencies given them, which makes them honoured and lovely in the eyes of men, | they have many moral excellencies given them, which makes them honoured and lovely in the eyes of men, | pns32 vhb d j n2 vvn pno32, r-crq vvz pno32 vvn cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2287 | and they have honour, and that is their reward; | and they have honour, and that is their reward; | cc pns32 vhb n1, cc d vbz po32 n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2288 | they have bread, but not the staff of bread, they have Ordinances, but not the Lord in them: | they have bred, but not the staff of bred, they have Ordinances, but not the Lord in them: | pns32 vhb n1, cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb n2, cc-acp xx dt n1 p-acp pno32: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2289 | the Lord gives them answer to many Prayers, but never gives them himself, nor his Son; this is highest love. | the Lord gives them answer to many Prayers, but never gives them himself, nor his Son; this is highest love. | dt n1 vvz pno32 vvi p-acp d n2, cc-acp av-x vvz pno32 n1, ccx po31 n1; d vbz js n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2290 | But 'tis his Son himself he gives to Orphan, fatherless, helpless creatures, for the Lord is their Portion, Lam. 3. 24. The portion of Iacob, Ier. 10. 16. hence 'tis him that Faith receives, and pitcheth upon; | But it's his Son himself he gives to Orphan, fatherless, helpless creatures, for the Lord is their Portion, Lam. 3. 24. The portion of Iacob, Jeremiah 10. 16. hence it's him that Faith receives, and pitcheth upon; | p-acp pn31|vbz po31 n1 px31 pns31 vvz p-acp n1, j, j n2, p-acp dt n1 vbz po32 n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd av pn31|vbz pno31 d n1 vvz, cc vvz p-acp; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2291 | so that the Lord may deny them many outward, many inward Blessings, yet they have himself that's better than all, better as he said than Ten Sons. Children may be Prodigals for a time, | so that the Lord may deny them many outward, many inward Blessings, yet they have himself that's better than all, better as he said than Ten Sons. Children may be Prodigals for a time, | av cst dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 d j, d j n2, av pns32 vhb px31 cst|vbz av-jc cs d, j c-acp pns31 vvd cs crd n2. n2 vmb vbi n2-jn p-acp dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2292 | but when in want, they will then sue for their Portion. | but when in want, they will then sue for their Portion. | cc-acp c-crq p-acp n1, pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp po32 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2293 | Saints for a time may mispend all Times, Talents, Ordinances the Lord gives, but the Lord will bring them to want, | Saints for a time may misspend all Times, Talents, Ordinances the Lord gives, but the Lord will bring them to want, | np1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi d n2, n2, n2 dt n1 vvz, cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2294 | and then they will sue for their Portion, and the Lord will give, and they will receive that. | and then they will sue for their Portion, and the Lord will give, and they will receive that. | cc av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi, cc pns32 vmb vvi d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 403 | Page 69 |
2295 | Because there is no satisfying of the Father without him; |
Because there is no satisfying of the Father without him; bring Benjamin with you, or never look to see my face. | p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31; vvb np1 p-acp pn22, cc av-x vvb pc-acp vvi po11 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 69 |
2296 | The conscience of a man can never be pacified until God is satisfied for all wrongs. | The conscience of a man can never be pacified until God is satisfied for all wrongs. | dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2-jn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 69 |
2313 | no, 'tis a precious Faith that loves the Lord. Hence it carries the soul to the Beloved. SECT. IV. HEnce see the reason why the Lord keeps his people hungry, |
no, it's a precious Faith that loves the Lord. Hence it carries the soul to the beloved. SECT. IV. HEnce see the reason why the Lord keeps his people hungry, and empty, and cuts them short of many spiritual Blessings: | dx, pn31|vbz dt j n1 cst vvz dt n1. av pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn. n1. np1 av vvi dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 j, cc j, cc vvz pno32 j pp-f d j n2: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 406 | Page 70 |
2297 | Now the Lord Jesus hath satisfied, nay perfected for ever them that are sanctified, by once offering up of himself to God, Heb. 10. 14. Now the soul never comes to have setled peace in his own conscience (though peace was purchased before) but by offering up of the Lord Jesus by Faith, even Christ himself: | Now the Lord jesus hath satisfied, nay perfected for ever them that Are sanctified, by once offering up of himself to God, Hebrew 10. 14. Now the soul never comes to have settled peace in his own conscience (though peace was purchased before) but by offering up of the Lord jesus by Faith, even christ himself: | av dt n1 np1 vhz vvn, uh vvn p-acp av pno32 cst vbr vvn, p-acp a-acp vvg a-acp pp-f px31 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd av dt n1 av-x vvz pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp po31 d n1 (cs n1 vbds vvn a-acp) cc-acp p-acp vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp n1, j np1 px31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 69 |
2298 | the Soul wants him, the Father shews a Ram in the bush, gives Christ; and that the Soul gives him for satisfaction, and offers him to God again. | the Soul Wants him, the Father shows a Ram in the bush, gives christ; and that the Soul gives him for satisfaction, and offers him to God again. | dt n1 vvz pno31, dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz np1; cc cst dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvz pno31 p-acp np1 av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 69 |
2299 | As the Priests in the Old law, when the Sacrifice was slain, then it was offered. | As the Priests in the Old law, when the Sacrifice was slave, then it was offered. | p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn, cs pn31 vbds vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 69 |
2300 | God offers the Soul a crucified Son, Faith takes him and offers him, Lord behold thy Son, Rom. 3. 25. And hence comes Propitiation and peace, peace to see that God is satisfied. | God offers the Soul a Crucified Son, Faith Takes him and offers him, Lord behold thy Son, Rom. 3. 25. And hence comes Propitiation and peace, peace to see that God is satisfied. | np1 vvz dt n1 dt vvn n1, n1 vvz pno31 cc vvz pno31, n1 vvb po21 n1, np1 crd crd cc av vvz n1 cc n1, n1 pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 70 |
2301 | Now if by Faith we come to have the peace of the Fathers satisfaction with us, | Now if by Faith we come to have the peace of the Father's satisfaction with us, | av cs p-acp n1 pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno12, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 70 |
2302 | then it must needs pitch upon the person of the Son first. | then it must needs pitch upon the person of the Son First. | cs pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 ord. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 70 |
2303 | Hence many never have peace, because 'tis not a Son himself they look for, but somewhat from him: | Hence many never have peace, Because it's not a Son himself they look for, but somewhat from him: | av d av vhb n1, c-acp pn31|vbz xx dt n1 px31 pns32 vvb p-acp, cc-acp av p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 70 |
2304 | they are blind, and dead, and hard, and these things they would have helped, but close not with Christ himself. | they Are blind, and dead, and hard, and these things they would have helped, but close not with christ himself. | pns32 vbr j, cc j, cc j, cc d n2 pns32 vmd vhi vvn, cc-acp vvb xx p-acp np1 px31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 404 | Page 70 |
2305 | Because the Soul can neither actually receive, |
Because the Soul can neither actually receive, nor expect to receive any thing from christ, unless it hath First pitched upon the person of christ. | p-acp dt n1 vmb av-dx av-j vvi, ccx vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1, cs pn31 vhz ord vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 405 | Page 70 |
2306 | A man may hope he shall, and presume and think he shall, and it may be receive somewhat out of the common courtesie Christ shews to them that look towards him, | A man may hope he shall, and presume and think he shall, and it may be receive somewhat out of the Common courtesy christ shows to them that look towards him, | dt n1 vmb vvi pns31 vmb, cc vvi cc vvb pns31 vmb, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvi av av pp-f dt j n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 405 | Page 70 |
2307 | but never shall receive any saving-good thing till now, Iohn 6. 53. Unlesse ye eat the flesh of the Son of God, | but never shall receive any saving-good thing till now, John 6. 53. Unless you eat the Flesh of the Son of God, | cc-acp av-x vmb vvi d j n1 c-acp av, np1 crd crd cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 405 | Page 70 |
2308 | and drink his Blood, ye have no life. | and drink his Blood, you have no life. | cc vvi po31 n1, pn22 vhb dx n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 405 | Page 70 |
2309 | Look as 'tis in our eating, as if a man should seek to get nourishment out of meat or drink, not by feeding on it it self; so 'tis here: | Look as it's in our eating, as if a man should seek to get nourishment out of meat or drink, not by feeding on it it self; so it's Here: | vvb p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp po12 n-vvg, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f n1 cc vvi, xx p-acp vvg p-acp pn31 pn31 n1; av pn31|vbz av: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 405 | Page 70 |
2310 | Some said this was a hard saying, and so 'tis to a carnal heart, Rom. 8. 32. And hence observe when the Lord promiseth any great thing to his people, Isai. 7. 14. he ever brings in the Lord Jesus, that if he shall be given, then all things also. | some said this was a hard saying, and so it's to a carnal heart, Rom. 8. 32. And hence observe when the Lord promises any great thing to his people, Isaiah 7. 14. he ever brings in the Lord jesus, that if he shall be given, then all things also. | d vvd d vbds dt j n-vvg, cc av pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc av vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz d j n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd pns31 av vvz p-acp dt n1 np1, cst cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cs d n2 av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 405 | Page 70 |
2311 | Because true Faith ever closeth with Christ by love to Christ, |
Because true Faith ever closeth with christ by love to christ, as false Faith closeth with him out of Self-love, Cant 1. 2, 3. The Virgins love thee: that's love indeed which is Set upon the person. | p-acp j n1 av vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp j n1 vvz p-acp pno31 av pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, crd dt ng1 n1 pno21: d n1 av r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 406 | Page 70 |
2312 | The Lord never puts his Pearl, nor sets it in a swinish faith that contemns the Son: | The Lord never puts his Pearl, nor sets it in a swinish faith that contemns the Son: | dt n1 av-x vvz po31 n1, ccx vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 cst vvz dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 406 | Page 70 |
2314 | 'tis that they might •lose with, and be contented with the Person of the Son. There are three things some of Gods people seek for, | it's that they might •lose with, and be contented with the Person of the Son. There Are three things Some of God's people seek for, | pn31|vbz cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 d pp-f npg1 n1 vvb p-acp, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 407 | Page 70 |
2316 | 1. They desire the comforts, and conveniencies, and peace of this World, Oh rest is sweet! | 1. They desire the comforts, and Conveniences, and peace of this World, O rest is sweet! | crd pns32 vvb dt n2, cc n2, cc n1 pp-f d n1, uh n1 vbz j! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 408 | Page 70 |
2317 | and the Lord will give them none of these, or keep them at short commons with these: | and the Lord will give them none of these, or keep them At short commons with these: | cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 pix pp-f d, cc vvi pno32 p-acp j n2 p-acp d: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 408 | Page 70 |
2318 | and why? that they might lay up their peace, and find all in himself, Gen. 15. 1, 2. Abraham after the slaughter of the Kings was in fear that he might make the Lord his shield, Hos. 2. 6, 7. She shall seek her Lovers, but shall not overtake them. | and why? that they might lay up their peace, and find all in himself, Gen. 15. 1, 2. Abraham After the slaughter of the Kings was in Fear that he might make the Lord his shield, Hos. 2. 6, 7. She shall seek her Lovers, but shall not overtake them. | cc q-crq? cst pns32 vmd vvi a-acp po32 n1, cc vvi d p-acp px31, np1 crd crd, crd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbds p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2, cc-acp vmb xx vvi pno32. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 408 | Page 70 |
2319 | 2. They seek for some good to themselves, in themselves, from themselves; I would fain believe and cannot; | 2. They seek for Some good to themselves, in themselves, from themselves; I would fain believe and cannot; | crd pns32 vvb p-acp d j p-acp px32, p-acp px32, p-acp px32; pns11 vmd av-j vvi cc vmbx; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 409 | Page 70 |
2320 | I would fain do (sayes a man) but alass he grows worse and worse; | I would fain do (Says a man) but alas he grows Worse and Worse; | pns11 vmd av-j vdi (vvz dt n1) cc-acp uh pns31 vvz av-jc cc av-jc; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 409 | Page 70 |
2321 | the commandment comes, you will do, there is your task, do it, yet they languish and dye, | the Commandment comes, you will do, there is your task, do it, yet they languish and die, | dt n1 vvz, pn22 vmb vdi, pc-acp vbz po22 n1, vdb pn31, av pns32 vvb cc vvi, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 409 | Page 70 |
2322 | and why so? Ier. 3. 23. that they might look for help and righteousness in another, In the Lord our God is the salvation of Israel; | and why so? Jeremiah 3. 23. that they might look for help and righteousness in Another, In the Lord our God is the salvation of Israel; | cc q-crq av? np1 crd crd cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn, p-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 409 | Page 70 |
2323 | not from the Mountains the strongest helps and means; in the Lord 'tis alone. 3. They seek for Grace, and strength, and peace from the Lord Jesus very importunately, | not from the Mountains the Strongest helps and means; in the Lord it's alone. 3. They seek for Grace, and strength, and peace from the Lord jesus very importunately, | xx p-acp dt n2 dt js n2 cc n2; p-acp dt n1 pn31|vbz j. crd pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 av av-j, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 409 | Page 70 |
2324 | and many times very impatiently, and so sinfully too, and the Lord denies them; | and many times very impatiently, and so sinfully too, and the Lord Denies them; | cc d n2 av av-j, cc av av-j av, cc dt n1 vvz pno32; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 70 |
2325 | it hath been better with them than now, therefore they wonder the Lord should be so full, | it hath been better with them than now, Therefore they wonder the Lord should be so full, | pn31 vhz vbn jc p-acp pno32 av av, av pns32 vvb dt n1 vmd vbi av j, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 70 |
2326 | and they so empty, and think sometimes to seek no more, and the Lord denies a dole at this door to, that they might content themselves, | and they so empty, and think sometime to seek no more, and the Lord Denies a dole At this door to, that they might content themselves, | cc pns32 av j, cc vvb av pc-acp vvi av-dx av-dc, cc dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp, cst pns32 vmd vvi px32, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 70 |
2327 | and lay up their joyes in the Lord Jesus Christ, 2 Cor. 12. 9. My Grace is sufficient; It's strange that Christ so able, | and lay up their Joys in the Lord jesus christ, 2 Cor. 12. 9. My Grace is sufficient; It's strange that christ so able, | cc vvd a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, crd np1 crd crd po11 n1 vbz j; pn31|vbz j cst np1 av j, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 70 |
2328 | so ready to help, yet denies: | so ready to help, yet Denies: | av j pc-acp vvi, av vvz: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 70 |
2329 | I confess 'tis sometimes some lust and stumbling-block the Lord Jesus sees, Oh but against that they seek, | I confess it's sometime Some lust and stumbling-block the Lord jesus sees, O but against that they seek, | pns11 vvb pn31|vbz av d n1 cc n1 dt n1 np1 vvz, uh cc-acp p-acp cst pns32 vvb, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 70 |
2330 | and truly here is the cause, that having no good from him, they might place all their happiness and felicity in him. | and truly Here is the cause, that having no good from him, they might place all their happiness and felicity in him. | cc av-j av vbz dt n1, cst vhg dx j p-acp pno31, pns32 vmd vvi d po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 70 |
2331 | Look as it was with Iacob, a great Famine co•es, and all the sacks are s•ent, | Look as it was with Iacob, a great Famine co•es, and all the sacks Are s•ent, | n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, dt j n1 n2, cc d dt n2 vbr j, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 70 |
2332 | and they are used roughly, though not hardly nor wrongfully, and all was to bring them to the sight and embraceings of Ioseph: all the time of Famine was for this. | and they Are used roughly, though not hardly nor wrongfully, and all was to bring them to the sighed and embracings of Ioseph: all the time of Famine was for this. | cc pns32 vbr vvn av-j, cs xx av ccx av-j, cc d vbds pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1: d dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds p-acp d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2333 | So the famine of Spirit is to last long, and the Lord denies supply, to bring the Soul to see, embrace, | So the famine of Spirit is to last long, and the Lord Denies supply, to bring the Soul to see, embrace, | np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vvi av-j, cc dt n1 vvz n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2334 | and rejoyce in the Lord Jesus: | and rejoice in the Lord jesus: | cc vvi p-acp dt n1 np1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2335 | the most flourishing Trees in Gods House shall have their winter season, and cast their coat, that they might preserve themselves in their root. | the most flourishing Trees in God's House shall have their winter season, and cast their coat, that they might preserve themselves in their root. | dt av-ds j-vvg n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vmb vhi po32 n1 n1, cc vvd po32 n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2399 | What is a poor man better for anothers wealth? and a sick man for anothers health, | What is a poor man better for another's wealth? and a sick man for another's health, | q-crq vbz dt j n1 av-jc p-acp ng1-jn n1? cc dt j n1 p-acp ng1-jn n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2336 | This is the great wound of many a believing soul for a time, to rest more contented with what he receives from the Lord, | This is the great wound of many a believing soul for a time, to rest more contented with what he receives from the Lord, | d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-dc vvn p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2337 | than to quiet himse•f and his heart with what is in the Lord: | than to quiet himse•f and his heart with what is in the Lord: | cs p-acp j-jn n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2338 | Man would have his lost happiness in his own hand, and this the Lord will not suffer his people to lye in long, Gen. 26. 4. and the best and surest course that can be taken, is to cut them short of all; | Man would have his lost happiness in his own hand, and this the Lord will not suffer his people to lie in long, Gen. 26. 4. and the best and Surest course that can be taken, is to Cut them short of all; | n1 vmd vhi po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc d dt n1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j, np1 crd crd cc dt js cc js n1 cst vmb vbi vvn, vbz pc-acp vvi pno32 j pp-f d; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2339 | for Faith is an unconquerable Grace, that whatever it loseth out of its own hand, it will find it and enjoy it in another. | for Faith is an unconquerable Grace, that whatever it loses out of its own hand, it will find it and enjoy it in Another. | p-acp n1 vbz dt j-u n1, cst r-crq pn31 vvz av pp-f po31 d n1, pn31 vmb vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31 p-acp j-jn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2340 | And therefore see Gods end, and meet the Lord in this end of his. | And Therefore see God's end, and meet the Lord in this end of his. | cc av vvi npg1 n1, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2341 | See all in the Lord, and seeing your blessedness there in all your wants, lay it up there, that if you will boast, here you may do it all the day long: | See all in the Lord, and seeing your blessedness there in all your Wants, lay it up there, that if you will boast, Here you may do it all the day long: | n1 av-d p-acp dt n1, cc vvg po22 n1 a-acp p-acp d po22 n2, vvb pn31 a-acp a-acp, cst cs pn22 vmb vvi, av pn22 vmb vdi pn31 d dt n1 av-j: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2342 | for this is Gods greatest plot to pull all men down that his Son may be set up, to wither all the grass and be•uty of all the flowers of the field, that the glory of the Lord might be revealed. | for this is God's greatest plot to pull all men down that his Son may be Set up, to wither all the grass and be•uty of all the flowers of the field, that the glory of the Lord might be revealed. | c-acp d vbz ng1 js n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 a-acp cst po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, pc-acp vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2343 | I must here give you a taste, for it doth me good to think, and it will do you more good to enjoy the sweetnesse of this Truth. | I must Here give you a taste, for it does me good to think, and it will do you more good to enjoy the sweetness of this Truth. | pns11 vmb av vvi pn22 dt n1, c-acp pn31 vdz pno11 j pc-acp vvi, cc pn31 vmb vdi pn22 av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2344 | There are four Things you desire all, which are chiefly laid up in Christ, to that end that you might in all wants quiet your hearts with unspeakable peace there. | There Are four Things you desire all, which Are chiefly laid up in christ, to that end that you might in all Wants quiet your hearts with unspeakable peace there. | pc-acp vbr crd n2 pn22 vvb d, r-crq vbr av-jn vvn a-acp p-acp np1, p-acp d n1 cst pn22 vmd p-acp d n2 vvb po22 n2 p-acp j n1 a-acp. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 410 | Page 71 |
2345 | 1. The free Grace and love of the Father, this is that I hope which you prize most, pray for most, fear the loss of most, would rejoyce in the having of most, without which thy life is death, | 1. The free Grace and love of the Father, this is that I hope which you prize most, pray for most, Fear the loss of most, would rejoice in the having of most, without which thy life is death, | crd dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, d vbz cst pns11 vvb r-crq pn22 vvb av-ds, vvb p-acp ds, vvb dt n1 pp-f ds, vmd vvi p-acp dt vhg pp-f av-ds, p-acp r-crq po21 n1 vbz n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2346 | and blessings curses, and death the beginning of Hell. | and blessings curses, and death the beginning of Hell. | cc n2 n2, cc n1 dt n1 pp-f n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2347 | Would you see this love better than life to thee? Oh I cannot see it, | Would you see this love better than life to thee? O I cannot see it, | vmd pn22 vvi d n1 av-jc cs n1 p-acp pno21? uh pns11 vmbx vvi pn31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2348 | or but very little of it. | or but very little of it. | cc p-acp av j pp-f pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2349 | 'Tis true, look upon your selves you can see but little, many fears, many tears, many heart-sorrows, many temptations, many desertions, many vexing sins, many denyals to your Prayers; | It's true, look upon your selves you can see but little, many fears, many tears, many heart-sorrows, many temptations, many desertions, many vexing Sins, many denials to your Prayers; | pn31|vbz j, vvb p-acp po22 n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j, d n2, d n2, d n2, d n2, d n2, d vvg n2, d n2 p-acp po22 n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2350 | but Oh look up to that Ointment which is poured upon this blessed head, that love that is shed abundantly upon the Son from before all worlds, | but O look up to that Ointment which is poured upon this blessed head, that love that is shed abundantly upon the Son from before all world's, | cc-acp uh vvb a-acp p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d j-vvn n1, cst vvb cst vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp p-acp d n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2351 | and look what love, what Grace the Father shews to him, that love is thine; | and look what love, what Grace the Father shows to him, that love is thine; | cc vvb r-crq n1, r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31, cst n1 vbz png21; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2352 | that love in him is shewn to thee, 2 Tim. 1. 9, 10. Here stand amazed all ye people of the Lord, you have heard the Lord loves you, | that love in him is shown to thee, 2 Tim. 1. 9, 10. Here stand amazed all the people of the Lord, you have herd the Lord loves you, | d n1 p-acp pno31 vbz vvn p-acp pno21, crd np1 crd crd, crd av vvb vvn d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 vvz pn22, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2353 | and sometime believe it, but being under water, cannot conceive of it, nor see how he loves you, how dearly, how abundantly; | and sometime believe it, but being under water, cannot conceive of it, nor see how he loves you, how dearly, how abundantly; | cc av vvb pn31, cc-acp vbg p-acp n1, vmbx vvi pp-f pn31, ccx vvb c-crq pns31 vvz pn22, c-crq av-jn, c-crq av-j; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2354 | Oh look now upon the love of God the Father in the Son, as he loves him, | O look now upon the love of God the Father in the Son, as he loves him, | uh vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2355 | so he loves thee a worm, a Devill, notwithstanding all thy want, all thy sins, all thy miseries, Iohn 17. 23, 26. 2. Life: | so he loves thee a worm, a devil, notwithstanding all thy want, all thy Sins, all thy misery's, John 17. 23, 26. 2. Life: | av pns31 vvz pno21 dt n1, dt n1, c-acp d po21 n1, d po21 n2, d po21 n2, np1 crd crd, crd crd n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 411 | Page 71 |
2356 | Oh Death is terrible, and a dead heart is woful, 'tis the great plague that lies upon men without Christ, that are strangers to the life of God, Eph. 4. 18. Is thy heart ever so joyed as when it's most enlarged for God, | O Death is terrible, and a dead heart is woeful, it's the great plague that lies upon men without christ, that Are Strangers to the life of God, Ephesians 4. 18. Is thy heart ever so joyed as when it's most enlarged for God, | uh n1 vbz j, cc dt j n1 vbz j, pn31|vbz dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp n2 p-acp np1, cst vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd vbz po21 n1 av av vvd a-acp c-crq pn31|vbz ds vvn p-acp np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2357 | and hath most delight and liberty in the wayes of God: | and hath most delight and liberty in the ways of God: | cc vhz av-ds n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2358 | alas thy life is but a lingering sickness, a poor life to that which thou hast in Christ. | alas thy life is but a lingering sickness, a poor life to that which thou hast in christ. | uh po21 n1 vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq pns21 vh2 p-acp np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2359 | Oh look up there, Col. 3. 3. You think when your hearts are affected, and warmed, | O look up there, Col. 3. 3. You think when your hearts Are affected, and warmed, | uh vvb a-acp a-acp, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb c-crq po22 n2 vbr vvn, cc vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2360 | and quickened in Prayer by word, or by Divine thoughts, &c. Oh if it might be ever so, how happy! | and quickened in Prayer by word, or by Divine thoughts, etc. O if it might be ever so, how happy! | cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp j-jn n2, av uh cs pn31 vmd vbi av av, c-crq j! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2361 | Oh but it dyes presently, and thou kowest not how. | O but it dies presently, and thou kowest not how. | uh cc-acp pn31 vvz av-j, cc pns21 vv2 xx c-crq. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2362 | Look up to the Lord Jesus, he is alive when thou art dead, and his life is thine, | Look up to the Lord jesus, he is alive when thou art dead, and his life is thine, | n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 np1, pns31 vbz j c-crq pns21 vb2r j, cc po31 n1 vbz png21, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2363 | and 'tis ever thine in him, even e•ernal life, 1 Iohn 5. 10, 11, 12. This is the record, that he hath given us eternal life; alas I find none: | and it's ever thine in him, even e•ernal life, 1 John 5. 10, 11, 12. This is the record, that he hath given us Eternal life; alas I find none: | cc pn31|vbz av po21 p-acp pno31, av j n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd d vbz dt n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn pno12 j n1; uh pns11 vvb pix: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2364 | Oh 'tis in his Son, in whom thou livest a better life than Men, than Kings, than Angels. | O it's in his Son, in whom thou Livest a better life than Men, than Kings, than Angels. | uh pn31|vbz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp ro-crq pns21 vv2 dt j n1 cs n2, cs n2, cs n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2365 | And I doubt not but the Lord suffers Temptations to rob you of your life, that you might find it when 'tis lost here, | And I doubt not but the Lord suffers Temptations to rob you of your life, that you might find it when it's lost Here, | cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f po22 n1, cst pn22 vmd vvi pn31 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2366 | and rejoyce that when you have none, yet here it is: | and rejoice that when you have none, yet Here it is: | cc vvb cst c-crq pn22 vhb pix, av av pn31 vbz: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2367 | blessed be God, he will keep our lives as the life of Iacob was knit up, | blessed be God, he will keep our lives as the life of Iacob was knit up, | vvn vbb np1, pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn a-acp, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2368 | and bound up in the life of the child; nay that life is ours. 3. Conquest and Victory over all Enemies; | and bound up in the life of the child; nay that life is ours. 3. Conquest and Victory over all Enemies; | cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; uh cst n1 vbz png12. crd n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 412 | Page 71 |
2369 | it may be you say often, the Lord hath commanded me to seek for help, | it may be you say often, the Lord hath commanded me to seek for help, | pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vvb av, dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 71 |
2370 | and he will help, he hath promised so to do, but I find my Distempers still raging, Satan still buffeting, | and he will help, he hath promised so to do, but I find my Distempers still raging, Satan still buffeting, | cc pns31 vmb vvi, pns31 vhz vvn av pc-acp vdi, cc-acp pns11 vvb po11 n2 av vvg, np1 av vvg, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 71 |
2371 | and winnowing, and vexing, and fo•ling: | and winnowing, and vexing, and fo•ling: | cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 72 |
2372 | and as I feel many, so I fear more sorrows before I dye, and then Death and delusion, that at last I may be deceived: | and as I feel many, so I Fear more sorrows before I die, and then Death and delusion, that At last I may be deceived: | cc c-acp pns11 vvb d, av pns11 vvb dc n2 c-acp pns11 vvb, cc av n1 cc n1, cst p-acp ord pns11 vmb vbi vvn: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 72 |
2373 | Nay the agonies of Hell many times assault me, and then I am put to a loss, that is it possible I should escape? why Beloved, the Lord Jesus conquered Death, | Nay the agonies of Hell many times assault me, and then I am put to a loss, that is it possible I should escape? why beloved, the Lord jesus conquered Death, | uh-x dt n2 pp-f n1 d n2 vvi pno11, cc av pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1, cst vbz pn31 j pns11 vmd vvi? q-crq vvn, dt n1 np1 vvn n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 72 |
2374 | and Sin, and Hell, and the Grave, and Satan, with all the strength of darkness and delusion, | and since, and Hell, and the Grave, and Satan, with all the strength of darkness and delusion, | cc n1, cc n1, cc dt j, cc np1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 72 |
2375 | and hath spoiled them, Col. 2. 14, 15. And now he is in Heaven in his Kingdom triumphing over them, that they cannot hurt him. | and hath spoiled them, Col. 2. 14, 15. And now he is in Heaven in his Kingdom triumphing over them, that they cannot hurt him. | cc vhz vvn pno32, np1 crd crd, crd cc av pns31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvg p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmbx vvi pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 72 |
2376 | I but what is that to me? Why this very Victory is thine: | I but what is that to me? Why this very Victory is thine: | pns11 cc-acp q-crq vbz d p-acp pno11? q-crq d j n1 vbz png21: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 72 |
2377 | hence we are said to be dead with him, Rom. 6. 8. and risen with him, Col. 3. 1. Nay to sit in Heavenly places as it were triumphing in him, in glory with him, Eph. 2. 6. Nay Heb. 10. 14. He hath by one offering perfected his people for ever that are sanctified: | hence we Are said to be dead with him, Rom. 6. 8. and risen with him, Col. 3. 1. Nay to fit in Heavenly places as it were triumphing in him, in glory with him, Ephesians 2. 6. Nay Hebrew 10. 14. He hath by one offering perfected his people for ever that Are sanctified: | av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd cc vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd uh-x p-acp vvi p-acp j n2 c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd uh-x np1 crd crd pns31 vhz p-acp crd n1 vvn po31 n1 c-acp av d vbr vvn: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 72 |
2378 | 'Tis true, you may rejoyce in that you shall conquer, but Oh remember this, 'tis done already in thy Head, and in thy Husband. | It's true, you may rejoice in that you shall conquer, but O Remember this, it's done already in thy Head, and in thy Husband. | pn31|vbz j, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi, cc-acp uh vvb d, pn31|vbz vdn av p-acp po21 n1, cc p-acp po21 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 413 | Page 72 |
2379 | 4. Immutability and certainty of standing in a happy estate, for this is that which sads the heart, I shall fall at last. | 4. Immutability and certainty of standing in a happy estate, for this is that which sads the heart, I shall fallen At last. | crd np1 cc n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp ord. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2380 | How is it possible but I should be so? no Beloved, look •pon the Lord Jesus, in him thou art, | How is it possible but I should be so? no beloved, look •pon the Lord jesus, in him thou art, | q-crq vbz pn31 j p-acp pns11 vmd vbi av? dx j-vvn, vvb av dt n1 np1, p-acp pno31 pns21 vb2r, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2381 | if he can fall, if he can dye, if he can be cast from the Fathers face, then thou maist; | if he can fallen, if he can die, if he can be cast from the Father's face, then thou Mayest; | cs pns31 vmb vvi, cs pns31 vmb vvi, cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, cs pns21 vm2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2382 | believe that I live, you shall live also, Iohn 14. 19. Adam indeed was chosen to be head of Mankind, | believe that I live, you shall live also, John 14. 19. Adam indeed was chosen to be head of Mankind, | vvb cst pns11 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi av, np1 crd crd np1 av vbds vvn pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2383 | and as when he stood perfect we stood, so (though mutably) he falling we fall: | and as when he stood perfect we stood, so (though mutably) he falling we fallen: | cc c-acp c-crq pns31 vvd vvb pns12 vvd, av (cs av-j) pns31 vvg pns12 vvb: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2384 | so we are chosen in Christ, and as he stands unchangeably, so we stand, and as he was tempted every way, | so we Are chosen in christ, and as he Stands unchangeably, so we stand, and as he was tempted every Way, | av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc c-acp pns31 vvz av-j, av pns12 vvb, cc c-acp pns31 vbds vvn d n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2385 | yet did not, could not fall, no more canst thou: | yet did not, could not fallen, no more Canst thou: | av vdd xx, vmd xx vvi, av-dx dc vm2 pns21: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2386 | so that Oh that the Lord would give you hearts to learn this lesson, when there is noth•ng but want in thee; | so that O that the Lord would give you hearts to Learn this Lesson, when there is noth•ng but want in thee; | av d uh cst dt n1 vmd vvi pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz vvg p-acp n1 p-acp pno21; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2387 | Do not shift so much for a little from the Lord, but see Gods end and rach it. | Do not shift so much for a little from the Lord, but see God's end and rach it. | vdb xx vvi av av-d c-acp dt j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb npg1 n1 cc n1 pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2388 | Oh rejoyce, glory in, and bless the Lord. This was Paul 's life, and the life of the Churches first planted. | O rejoice, glory in, and bless the Lord. This was Paul is life, and the life of the Churches First planted. | uh vvb, n1 p-acp, cc vvb dt n1. d vbds np1 vbz n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 ord vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2389 | Oh bless the Lord for all spiritual blessings in Christ; | O bless the Lord for all spiritual blessings in christ; | uh vvb dt n1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp np1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2390 | this will be joy in sorrow, life in death, this is golden Faith, this will answer all fears; | this will be joy in sorrow, life in death, this is golden Faith, this will answer all fears; | d vmb vbi n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, d vbz j n1, d vmb vvi d n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2391 | when Satan saith thou hast not this or that, nor canst not do this nor that, | when Satan Says thou hast not this or that, nor Canst not do this nor that, | c-crq np1 vvz pns21 vh2 xx d cc d, ccx vm2 xx vdi d ccx cst, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2392 | and to Hell therefore thou must go: Reply again, 'tis true, I have little, I am dead, but Christ lives for ever; | and to Hell Therefore thou must go: Reply again, it's true, I have little, I am dead, but christ lives for ever; | cc p-acp n1 av pns21 vmb vvi: vvb av, pn31|vbz j, pns11 vhb j, pns11 vbm j, cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp av; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2393 | I am under miseries, Christ is triumphing in Heaven for ever: I may fall in my self, I never can fall in him; | I am under misery's, christ is triumphing in Heaven for ever: I may fallen in my self, I never can fallen in him; | pns11 vbm p-acp n2, np1 vbz vvg p-acp n1 c-acp av: pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, pns11 av-x vmb vvi p-acp pno31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2394 | that which he hath is mine. | that which he hath is mine. | cst r-crq pns31 vhz vbz png11. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 414 | Page 72 |
2395 | 'Tis true they may do this that know the Lord Iesus is theirs, but alass I know not that. | It's true they may do this that know the Lord Iesus is theirs, but alas I know not that. | pn31|vbz j pns32 vmb vdi d cst vvb dt n1 np1 vbz png32, cc-acp uh pns11 vvb xx d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 415 | Page 72 |
2396 | If you do not you must wait then until the Lord make himself known unto you: | cs pn22 vdb xx pn22 vmb vvi av c-acp dt n1 vvi px31 vvn p-acp pn22: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 | |
2397 | but tell me, |
but tell me, will you do this, if you did thus know it? It may be Some of you have not done so, | cc-acp vvb pno11, vmb pn22 vdi d, cs pn22 vdd av vvi pn31? pn31 vmb vbi d pp-f pn22 vhb xx vdn av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2398 | unless by force sometimes, and you will find it one of the toughest works of Faith that is: | unless by force sometime, and you will find it one of the toughest works of Faith that is: | cs p-acp n1 av, cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 crd pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n1 cst vbz: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2400 | and a naked man when others are cloathed? Yet Beloved, by vertue of the power of Faith, | and a naked man when Others Are clothed? Yet beloved, by virtue of the power of Faith, | cc dt j n1 c-crq n2-jn vbr vvn? av vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2401 | and our union to the Lord Jesus, a man is the better. | and our Union to the Lord jesus, a man is the better. | cc po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, dt n1 vbz dt jc. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2402 | A Woman that is matcht to a Prince may have never a penny in her purse, | A Woman that is matched to a Prince may have never a penny in her purse, | dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vmb vhi av-x dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2403 | and yet she rejoyceth in that her Husband hath it. | and yet she Rejoiceth in that her Husband hath it. | cc av pns31 vvz p-acp d po31 n1 vhz pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2404 | It's the secret nature of Faith to make a man all one with Christ, in Christ, in that manner that I cannot find such an union in the world; | It's the secret nature of Faith to make a man all one with christ, in christ, in that manner that I cannot find such an Union in the world; | pn31|vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 d pi p-acp np1, p-acp np1, p-acp d n1 cst pns11 vmbx vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2405 | and hence his health, his cloaths, his Grace, his life may be matter of as much joy as if a man had all this in himself. | and hence his health, his clothes, his Grace, his life may be matter of as much joy as if a man had all this in himself. | cc av po31 n1, po31 n2, po31 n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi n1 pp-f p-acp d n1 c-acp cs dt n1 vhd d d p-acp px31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2406 | And because many a soul hath Christ, but feeling such emptiness in himself, as that he cannot think so, | And Because many a soul hath christ, but feeling such emptiness in himself, as that he cannot think so, | cc c-acp d dt n1 vhz np1, cc-acp vvg d n1 p-acp px31, c-acp cst pns31 vmbx vvi av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2407 | and it may be would do so if he saw whether he might do so or no: | and it may be would do so if he saw whither he might do so or no: | cc pn31 vmb vbi vmd vdi av cs pns31 vvd cs pns31 vmd vdi av cc dx: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2408 | I shall therefore express my thoughts to them thus in these particulars. 1. That all that fulness that is in the Lord Jesus, 'tis not for himself, | I shall Therefore express my thoughts to them thus in these particulars. 1. That all that fullness that is in the Lord jesus, it's not for himself, | pns11 vmb av vvi po11 n2 p-acp pno32 av p-acp d n2-j. crd cst d cst n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 np1, pn31|vbz xx p-acp px31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 416 | Page 72 |
2409 | but for them that want it, Iohn 17. 19. he might have been blessed in his Fathers bosom without thee; | but for them that want it, John 17. 19. he might have been blessed in his Father's bosom without thee; | cc-acp p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31, np1 crd crd pns31 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1 p-acp pno21; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 417 | Page 72 |
2410 | why should he therefore live, and do, and suffer, and rise, and glorifie his blessed Nature, | why should he Therefore live, and do, and suffer, and rise, and Glorify his blessed Nature, | q-crq vmd pns31 av vvi, cc vdb, cc vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi po31 j-vvn n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 417 | Page 72 |
2411 | but for them that wanted this. He is filled with wisdom, life, strength, because men are blind, dead, weak. | but for them that wanted this. He is filled with Wisdom, life, strength, Because men Are blind, dead, weak. | cc-acp p-acp pno32 cst vvd d. pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, n1, n1, c-acp n2 vbr j, j, j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 417 | Page 72 |
2412 | 2. But you will say, all the world want it, and yet few in the world shall ever have any share there, | 2. But you will say, all the world want it, and yet few in the world shall ever have any share there, | crd p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, d dt n1 vvb pn31, cc av d p-acp dt n1 vmb av vhi d n1 a-acp, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 418 | Page 73 |
2413 | therefore all them in the world that hunger after all that good that is in him, they may now in the absence of it content themselves with it, that there 'tis in him for them, | Therefore all them in the world that hunger After all that good that is in him, they may now in the absence of it content themselves with it, that there it's in him for them, | av d pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst n1 p-acp d cst j cst vbz p-acp pno31, pns32 vmb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvb px32 p-acp pn31, cst a-acp pn31|vbz p-acp pno31 p-acp pno32, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 418 | Page 73 |
2414 | for the Lord fills the hungry, and so hungry as 'tis not something or other that they pick out, | for the Lord fills the hungry, and so hungry as it's not something or other that they pick out, | p-acp dt n1 vvz dt j, cc av j c-acp pn31|vbz xx pi cc n-jn cst pns32 vvb av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 418 | Page 73 |
2415 | but all Christ, and all of that is in Christ: | but all christ, and all of that is in christ: | cc-acp d np1, cc d pp-f d vbz p-acp np1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 418 | Page 73 |
2416 | now is the season to eat, if bread and hunger meet, now satisfie your self. 2 Cor. 12. 9. Paul prayed, | now is the season to eat, if bred and hunger meet, now satisfy your self. 2 Cor. 12. 9. Paul prayed, | av vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cs n1 cc n1 vvi, av vvb po22 n1. crd np1 crd crd np1 vvd, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 418 | Page 73 |
2417 | and the Lord denyed, yet now the Lord bid him feed on his Grace: | and the Lord denied, yet now the Lord bid him feed on his Grace: | cc dt n1 vvd, av av dt n1 vvb pno31 vvi p-acp po31 n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 418 | Page 73 |
2418 | so that when thy heart asks what hast thou to do with him when so vile? answer, | so that when thy heart asks what hast thou to do with him when so vile? answer, | av cst c-crq po21 n1 vvz r-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno31 c-crq av j? vvb, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 418 | Page 73 |
2419 | Yet the Lord hath all, and I want him, and hunger after him. Take heed of despising his Grace; | Yet the Lord hath all, and I want him, and hunger After him. Take heed of despising his Grace; | av dt n1 vhz d, cc pns11 vvb pno31, cc n1 p-acp pno31. vvb n1 pp-f vvg po31 n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 418 | Page 73 |
2420 | if thou hast no hunger, the Lord be merciful to thee! | if thou hast no hunger, the Lord be merciful to thee! | cs pns21 vh2 dx n1, dt n1 vbb j p-acp pno21! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 418 | Page 73 |
2421 | 3. If you have so contented your selves with him, as now you place all your felicity in him, to this end, to receive life from him, | 3. If you have so contented your selves with him, as now you place all your felicity in him, to this end, to receive life from him, | crd cs pn22 vhb av vvn po22 n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp av pn22 vvb d po22 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2422 | as a man satisfies himself with bread that he may have life: | as a man Satisfies himself with bred that he may have life: | c-acp dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmb vhi n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2423 | for as I would not damp the Fa•th of the Elect, no more would I patronize the sloth of the wicked. | for as I would not damp the Fa•th of the Elect, no more would I patronise the sloth of the wicked. | c-acp c-acp pns11 vmd xx n-jn dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, av-dx av-dc vmd pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2424 | Many a man it may be may say, I have nothing in my self, and all is in Christ, | Many a man it may be may say, I have nothing in my self, and all is in christ, | av-d dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi vmb vvi, pns11 vhb pix p-acp po11 n1, cc d vbz p-acp np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2425 | and comfort himself there, and so fall asleep; hands off and touch not this Ark, lest the Lord slay thee: | and Comfort himself there, and so fallen asleep; hands off and touch not this Ark, lest the Lord slay thee: | cc vvi px31 a-acp, cc av vvb j; n2 a-acp cc vvb xx d n1, cs dt n1 vvb pno21: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2426 | a christ of clouts would serve your turn as well. Run not to this Temple to make it a Denn of your thievish heart; | a Christ of clouts would serve your turn as well. Run not to this Temple to make it a Denn of your thievish heart; | dt np1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi po22 n1 c-acp av. n1 xx p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f po22 j n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2427 | no, do you so content, or will you so content your selves with him, as to account your selves happy here, that all the world is Dung in respect of this; | no, do you so content, or will you so content your selves with him, as to account your selves happy Here, that all the world is Dung in respect of this; | uh-dx, vdb pn22 av j, cc vmb pn22 av vvi po22 n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp pc-acp vvi po22 n2 j av, cst d dt n1 vbz n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2428 | and this you do to suck and receive more from Christ, and so to be like him: | and this you do to suck and receive more from christ, and so to be like him: | cc d pn22 vdb pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-dc p-acp np1, cc av pc-acp vbi av-j pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2429 | now hold here, and live here, and rejoyce here for ever, Phil. 3. 9, 10, 11. Isai. 12. 2, 3. First, The Lord is my Song and Salvation; therefore we, will draw hence: | now hold Here, and live Here, and rejoice Here for ever, Philip 3. 9, 10, 11. Isaiah 12. 2, 3. First, The Lord is my Song and Salvation; Therefore we, will draw hence: | av vvb av, cc vvi av, cc vvi av p-acp av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd ord, dt n1 vbz po11 n1 cc n1; av pns12, vmb vvi av: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2430 | if the Lord gives nothing, yet I have it in him; if he gives any thing, the honour shall be given to him. | if the Lord gives nothing, yet I have it in him; if he gives any thing, the honour shall be given to him. | cs dt n1 vvz pix, av pns11 vhb pn31 p-acp pno31; cs pns31 vvz d n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2431 | Oh take this course: 1. Lest you lose Christ and all too. 2. Lest the Lord ever keep you short in a complaining condition. 3. That you may be every day and moment in Heaven, | O take this course: 1. Lest you loose christ and all too. 2. Lest the Lord ever keep you short in a complaining condition. 3. That you may be every day and moment in Heaven, | uh vvb d n1: crd cs pn22 vvb np1 cc d av. crd cs dt n1 av vvi pn22 j p-acp dt vvg n1. crd cst pn22 vmb vbi d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2432 | and win the Crown from every Hypocrite who knows not what this life in Christ means. | and win the Crown from every Hypocrite who knows not what this life in christ means. | cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz xx r-crq d n1 p-acp np1 vvz. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 419 | Page 73 |
2433 | 4. That the Lord may be your glory, for he is not only the glory of God, | 4. That the Lord may be your glory, for he is not only the glory of God, | crd cst dt n1 vmb vbi po22 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 420 | Page 73 |
2434 | but of his people Israel too. 5. That you may love your selves the lesse, and the Lord the more. SECT. V. HEnce see a necessity of seeing & knowing Christ, |
but of his people Israel too. 5. That you may love your selves the less, and the Lord the more. SECT. V. HEnce see a necessity of seeing & knowing christ, before a man can believe, or if ever the soul believe; | cc-acp pp-f po31 n1 np1 av. crd cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 dt av-dc, cc dt n1 dt av-dc. n1. n1 av vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg np1, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, cc cs av dt n1 vvb; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 420 | Page 73 |
2435 | for if Faith closeth with the person of the Lord Jesus, the same Faith must first see that person: | for if Faith closeth with the person of the Lord jesus, the same Faith must First see that person: | c-acp cs n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, dt d n1 vmb ord vvi d n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2436 | If it takes the Bride-groom himself, it must see and know him first. | If it Takes the Bridegroom himself, it must see and know him First. | cs pn31 vvz dt n1 px31, pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi pno31 ord. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2437 | Did you ever see any espoused together that did not first see and know each other? the eye must first see, my meaning is, there must precede this act of the understanding to see Christ, | Did you ever see any espoused together that did not First see and know each other? the eye must First see, my meaning is, there must precede this act of the understanding to see christ, | vdd pn22 av vvi d vvn av cst vdd xx ord vvi cc vvi d n-jn? dt n1 vmb ord vvi, po11 n1 vbz, pc-acp vmb vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2438 | before a man can close with Christ by his will: | before a man can close with christ by his will: | p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2439 | for I aim not at this, whether it goes before in time, but in order of nature it does precede, and absolutely necessary it is: | for I aim not At this, whither it Goes before in time, but in order of nature it does precede, and absolutely necessary it is: | c-acp pns11 vvb xx p-acp d, cs pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vdz vvi, cc av-j j pn31 vbz: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2440 | hence Iohn 6. 40. He that seeth and believeth in the Son hath eternal life: | hence John 6. 40. He that sees and Believeth in the Son hath Eternal life: | av np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 vhz j n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2441 | this is so necessary to Faith, that Faith it self puts on this name, Isai. 53. 11. By his knowledg, Luke 19. 41. Oh that thou hadst known. | this is so necessary to Faith, that Faith it self puts on this name, Isaiah 53. 11. By his knowledge, Lycia 19. 41. O that thou Hadst known. | d vbz av j p-acp n1, cst n1 pn31 n1 vvz p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp po31 n1, av crd crd uh cst pns21 vhd2 vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2442 | Isai. 46. 22. Look unto me and be saved. | Isaiah 46. 22. Look unto me and be saved. | np1 crd crd vvb p-acp pno11 cc vbi vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2443 | And hence unbelief in Scripture is exprest by being blinded, Rom. 11. 7, 8. for though Christ be absent from us on earth, | And hence unbelief in Scripture is expressed by being blinded, Rom. 11. 7, 8. for though christ be absent from us on earth, | cc av n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp vbg vvn, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp c-acp np1 vbb j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2444 | yet that's the excellency of faith, it makes things absent present, and sees unseen things, Heb. 11. 1. Iohn 8. 56. Abraham saw my day; and that's the wonderment of Saints; | yet that's the excellency of faith, it makes things absent present, and sees unseen things, Hebrew 11. 1. John 8. 56. Abraham saw my day; and that's the wonderment of Saints; | av cst|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz n2 j n1, cc vvz j n2, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 vvd po11 n1; cc d|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2445 | there is light in Gosben when all Egypt is dark, when others are blind they see, Isai. 60. 1, 2. | there is Light in Gosben when all Egypt is dark, when Others Are blind they see, Isaiah 60. 1, 2. | pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp fw-ge c-crq d np1 vbz j, c-crq n2-jn vbr j pns32 vvb, np1 crd crd, crd | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 421 | Page 73 |
2446 | What is this knowledg or seeing of the Lord? |
What is this knowledge or seeing of the Lord? | q-crq vbz d n1 cc vvg pp-f dt n1? | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 422 | Page 73 |
2447 | I make this question, |
I make this question, partly Because this is the First chief Evangelical work, as it appears to us, | pns11 vvb d n1, av p-acp d vbz dt ord j-jn np1 vvi, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 73 |
2448 | nay indeed 'tis in a manner all; | nay indeed it's in a manner all; | uh-x av pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 d; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 73 |
2449 | hence Mat. 11. 27. I thank thee thou hast hid these things, &c. If this be right, Faith is right, &c. And if this be not, a mans Faith is but a Fancy; | hence Mathew 11. 27. I thank thee thou hast hid these things, etc. If this be right, Faith is right, etc. And if this be not, a men Faith is but a Fancy; | av np1 crd crd pns11 vvb pno21 pns21 vh2 vvn d n2, av cs d vbb j-jn, n1 vbz j-jn, av cc cs d vbb xx, dt ng1 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2450 | and a mans Sanctification and Reformation, hopes, desires, are but the works of death and darknesse, | and a men Sanctification and Reformation, hope's, Desires, Are but the works of death and darkness, | cc dt ng1 n1 cc n1, n2, n2, vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2451 | if this Sun be not risen. | if this Sun be not risen. | cs d n1 vbb xx vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2452 | And partly also because all the policy and power of Satan is to blind the eye here, | And partly also Because all the policy and power of Satan is to blind the eye Here, | cc av av c-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp j dt n1 av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2453 | for then he knowes men will stumble at every step, 2 Cor. 4. 4. He will help to beleeve, | for then he knows men will Stumble At every step, 2 Cor. 4. 4. He will help to believe, | c-acp cs pns31 vvz n2 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2454 | and joy in beleeving, and reformation after tha• joy, that a man might content himself with this joy and Faith, | and joy in believing, and Reformation After tha• joy, that a man might content himself with this joy and Faith, | cc n1 p-acp vvg, cc n1 p-acp n1 n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi px31 p-acp d n1 cc n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2455 | and look not after the sight of Christ. | and look not After the sighed of christ. | cc vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2456 | And if I was to leave the world, I should leave this to be thought of, | And if I was to leave the world, I should leave this to be Thought of, | cc cs pns11 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns11 vmd vvi d pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2457 | as Christ told the woman of Samaria, Ye worship whom ye know not, so men beleeve in whom they know not, | as christ told the woman of Samaria, You worship whom you know not, so men believe in whom they know not, | c-acp np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vvb ro-crq pn22 vvb xx, av n2 vvb p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb xx, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2458 | and pray to one whom they know not, and depend on whom they see not, | and pray to one whom they know not, and depend on whom they see not, | cc vvb p-acp pi ro-crq pns32 vvb xx, cc vvb p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb xx, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2459 | and hence do not wonder at an adulterous generation rising up that deny all evidencing of a mans justification from his sanctification, | and hence do not wonder At an adulterous generation rising up that deny all evidencing of a men justification from his sanctification, | cc av vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 vvg a-acp d vvb d n-vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2460 | and that 'tis but a f•ding thing, because they never felt what it meant, because they never knew what the Lord Jesus meant, and therefore listen to it. | and that it's but a f•ding thing, Because they never felt what it meant, Because they never knew what the Lord jesus meant, and Therefore listen to it. | cc cst pn31|vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-acp pns32 av-x vvd r-crq pn31 vvd, c-acp pns32 av-x vvd r-crq dt n1 np1 vvd, cc av vvb p-acp pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2461 | I say therefore first what this knowledge is not, for every man hath some knowledge. | I say Therefore First what this knowledge is not, for every man hath Some knowledge. | pns11 vvb av ord q-crq d n1 vbz xx, c-acp d n1 vhz d n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 423 | Page 74 |
2462 | 1. There is a knowledge of the Lord Jesus by report, the fame of a man may come where himself is not seen, | 1. There is a knowledge of the Lord jesus by report, the fame of a man may come where himself is not seen, | crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq px31 vbz xx vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2463 | so of Christ, there may be a fame spread of him and of some excellencies in him, where he is not savingly known, | so of christ, there may be a fame spread of him and of Some excellencies in him, where he is not savingly known, | av pp-f np1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvn pp-f pno31 cc pp-f d n2 p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vbz xx av-vvg vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2464 | and this is not seeing of Christ, for a man may live and die a damned creature with this knowledge. | and this is not seeing of christ, for a man may live and die a damned creature with this knowledge. | cc d vbz xx vvg pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2483 | 3. There is a litteral knowledg of the Lord Jesus by the bare letter only of the Word, | 3. There is a literal knowledge of the Lord jesus by the bore Letter only of the Word, | crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp dt j n1 av-j pp-f dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 426 | Page 74 |
2465 | The Samaritans had some knowledge by report of the Messiah, Iohn 4. 25. When he is come he will tell us all things; | The Samaritans had Some knowledge by report of the Messiah, John 4. 25. When he is come he will tell us all things; | dt njp2 vhd d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt np1, np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vbz vvn pns31 vmb vvi pno12 d n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2466 | so many among us hear that Christ is come and risen, and glorisied, and the Saviour of the world and of sinners, &c. But how come they to know this? By way of tradition and report only. | so many among us hear that christ is come and risen, and Glorified, and the Saviour of the world and of Sinners, etc. But how come they to know this? By Way of tradition and report only. | av d p-acp pno12 vvi cst np1 vbz vvn cc vvn, cc j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f n2, av cc-acp q-crq vvb pns32 pc-acp vvi d? p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av-j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2467 | I confesse this knowledge may be a means in the Elect to bring them to saving knowledge, | I confess this knowledge may be a means in the Elect to bring them to Saving knowledge, | pns11 vvb d n1 vmb vbi dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2468 | as in the Q•een of Sheba that heard Solomons fame, and the Disciples Iohn 1. Come and see. But Reprobates are not drawn by it, | as in the Q•een of Sheba that herd Solomons fame, and the Disciples John 1. Come and see. But Reprobates Are not drawn by it, | c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvd np1 n1, cc dt n2 np1 crd vvb cc vvi. p-acp n2-jn vbr xx vvn p-acp pn31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2469 | as Herod, Luke 23. 8. heard many things of Christ, but never saw him till he came to judge him. | as Herod, Lycia 23. 8. herd many things of christ, but never saw him till he Come to judge him. | c-acp np1, av crd crd vvd d n2 pp-f np1, p-acp av-x vvd pno31 c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2470 | So here, because they can live well without Christ, hence rest content with the bare report. | So Here, Because they can live well without christ, hence rest content with the bore report. | av av, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp np1, av vvb j p-acp dt j n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2471 | Whereas they that had diseases, heard of his fame, and came to see Jesus. | Whereas they that had diseases, herd of his fame, and Come to see jesus. | cs pns32 cst vhd n2, vvn pp-f po31 n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 424 | Page 74 |
2472 | 2. There is a knowledg of Christ from his works, as we know what Trade and what Artificers many men be because these are external things, yet know not the man: | 2. There is a knowledge of christ from his works, as we know what Trade and what Artificers many men be Because these Are external things, yet know not the man: | crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp pns12 vvb r-crq n1 cc r-crq n2 d n2 vbb p-acp d vbr j n2, av vvb xx dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2473 | so there is a knowledg of Christ by his works, that by him the worlds were made, Heb. 1. and all creatures governed, | so there is a knowledge of christ by his works, that by him the world's were made, Hebrew 1. and all creatures governed, | av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2, cst p-acp pno31 dt n2 vbdr vvn, np1 crd cc d n2 vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2474 | and a man m•y see him in his trading with others, and himself, all comes from him, that a man may say, the Lord hath done all this and that for me, and yet strangers to Chri••. | and a man m•y see him in his trading with Others, and himself, all comes from him, that a man may say, the Lord hath done all this and that for me, and yet Strangers to Chri••. | cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp n2-jn, cc px31, d vvz p-acp pno31, cst dt n1 vmb vvi, dt n1 vhz vdn d d cc cst p-acp pno11, cc av n2 p-acp np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2475 | And if men be ignorant of him here, he may do such wonderful things before their eyes, that they cannot but wonder and say, this is the Lords work, | And if men be ignorant of him Here, he may do such wondered things before their eyes, that they cannot but wonder and say, this is the lords work, | cc cs n2 vbb j pp-f pno31 av, pns31 vmb vdi d j n2 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi cc vvi, d vbz dt ng1 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2476 | and yet know him not, Met. 11. 20. He upbraided the Cities where most of his mighty works were done, | and yet know him not, Met. 11. 20. He upbraided the Cities where most of his mighty works were done, | cc av vvb pno31 xx, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd dt n2 c-crq av-ds pp-f po31 j n2 vbdr vdn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2477 | but they saw him not, Iohn 15. 24. If I had not done, &c. the Lord may work strange temporal deliverances, that you may know all power is in Christs hand to save and pardon, Mat. 8. 27. so as to marvail and not envy; | but they saw him not, John 15. 24. If I had not done, etc. the Lord may work strange temporal Deliverances, that you may know all power is in Christ hand to save and pardon, Mathew 8. 27. so as to marvel and not envy; | cc-acp pns32 vvd pno31 xx, np1 crd crd cs pns11 vhd xx vdn, av dt n1 vmb vvi j j n2, cst pn22 vmb vvi d n1 vbz p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, np1 crd crd av c-acp p-acp n1 cc xx vvi; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2478 | What manner of man is this that winds and seas obey him? 'Tis true the Saints do know the Lord here, | What manner of man is this that winds and Seas obey him? It's true the Saints do know the Lord Here, | r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz d d n2 cc n2 vvb pno31? pn31|vbz j dt n2 vdb vvi dt n1 av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2479 | but they are not idle spectators and receivers of them, but Oh that I might see and have that Christ himself, they do him no good, give him no content without him; | but they Are not idle spectators and Receivers of them, but O that I might see and have that christ himself, they do him no good, give him no content without him; | cc-acp pns32 vbr xx j n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32, cc-acp uh cst pns11 vmd vvi cc vhb d np1 px31, pns32 vdb pno31 dx j, vvb pno31 dx n1 p-acp pno31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2480 | as he said, What givest thou me if I go childlesse? Iohn 9. Christ had opened the blind mans eyes, | as he said, What givest thou me if I go childless? John 9. christ had opened the blind men eyes, | c-acp pns31 vvd, q-crq vv2 pns21 pno11 cs pns11 vvb j? np1 crd np1 vhd vvn dt j ng1 n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2481 | and yet he cries, Lord, who is he? vers. 36, 37, 38. whereas others see the works of Christ, and vanish, or if affected, | and yet he cries, Lord, who is he? vers. 36, 37, 38. whereas Others see the works of christ, and vanish, or if affected, | cc av pns31 vvz, n1, r-crq vbz pns31? zz. crd, crd, crd cs n2-jn vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvb, cc cs vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2482 | an evill spirit comes on them, as on S••l when he saw Davids love. | an evil Spirit comes on them, as on S••l when he saw Davids love. | dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp j c-crq pns31 vvd npg1 vvb. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 425 | Page 74 |
2485 | A man doth not only take up the knowledg of Christ by report, nor from his works, | A man does not only take up the knowledge of christ by report, nor from his works, | dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, ccx p-acp po31 n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 426 | Page 74 |
2486 | but he hears, reads, is well Catechiz'd concerning Christ, and all his Offices, and Benefits, that there is much light let in; | but he hears, reads, is well Catechized Concerning christ, and all his Offices, and Benefits, that there is much Light let in; | cc-acp pns31 vvz, vvz, vbz av vvn vvg np1, cc d po31 n2, cc n2, cst pc-acp vbz d n1 vvb p-acp; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 426 | Page 74 |
2487 | hence his mind having those litteral relations, guesseth at them, and conceives of them, and because the mind is carnal, it apprehends them in a carnal manner (though in thinks it sees Christ truly.) Hence a man having a form of this knowledg in his head, he may be able to express much, | hence his mind having those literal relations, guesseth At them, and conceives of them, and Because the mind is carnal, it apprehends them in a carnal manner (though in thinks it sees christ truly.) Hence a man having a from of this knowledge in his head, he may be able to express much, | av po31 n1 vhg d j n2, vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz pp-f pno32, cc c-acp dt n1 vbz j, pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1 (cs p-acp vvz pn31 vvz np1 av-j.) av dt n1 vhg dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av-d, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 426 | Page 75 |
2488 | and make a large confession of his Faith, disco•rse of points of controversie, in matters that concern Christ, | and make a large Confessi of his Faith, disco•rse of points of controversy, in matters that concern christ, | cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 cst vvb np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 426 | Page 75 |
2489 | and justification by Christ, &c. and instruct others, and yet having no more, know not all thi• while what the Lord Jesus is. | and justification by christ, etc. and instruct Others, and yet having no more, know not all thi• while what the Lord jesus is. | cc n1 p-acp np1, av cc vvi n2-jn, cc av vhg dx av-dc, vvb xx d n1 cs q-crq dt n1 np1 vbz. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 426 | Page 75 |
2490 | First, Because as he was a carnal Jew that had but the form of Knowledg in the Law, Rom. 2. 20. so he is but a carnal Christian that hath but a form of Knowledg in the Gos•el. | First, Because as he was a carnal Jew that had but the from of Knowledge in the Law, Rom. 2. 20. so he is but a carnal Christian that hath but a from of Knowledge in the Gos•el. | ord, c-acp c-acp pns31 vbds dt j np1 cst vhd cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd av pns31 vbz p-acp dt j njp cst vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 427 | Page 75 |
2491 | The Jews were exceedingly versed in Scripture, and boasted they heard God, and saw God, Christ tells them, they never heard his voice, | The jews were exceedingly versed in Scripture, and boasted they herd God, and saw God, christ tells them, they never herd his voice, | dt np2 vbdr av-vvg vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd pns32 vvd np1, cc vvd np1, np1 vvz pno32, pns32 av-x vvd po31 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 427 | Page 75 |
2492 | nor saw his face, Iohn 5. 37. i. e. they only saw it litterally, not savingly. | nor saw his face, John 5. 37. i. e. they only saw it literally, not savingly. | ccx vvd po31 n1, np1 crd crd sy. sy. pns32 av-j vvd pn31 av-j, xx av-vvg. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 427 | Page 75 |
2493 | Secondly, This is but a carnal knowledg which letter and fancy beget, 1 Cor. 2. 14. He cannot know them because they are spiritually discerned. | Secondly, This is but a carnal knowledge which Letter and fancy beget, 1 Cor. 2. 14. He cannot know them Because they Are spiritually discerned. | ord, d vbz p-acp dt j n1 r-crq n1 cc n1 vvi, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vmbx vvi pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 428 | Page 75 |
2494 | Thirdly, 'Tis a dead Knowledg, or will be dead and unsavory; and hence many that know much of Christ, feed on their lusts and Dunghill delights, | Thirdly, It's a dead Knowledge, or will be dead and unsavoury; and hence many that know much of christ, feed on their Lustiest and Dunghill delights, | ord, pn31|vbz dt j n1, cc vmb vbi j cc j; cc av d cst vvb d pp-f np1, vvb p-acp po32 n2 cc n1 n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 429 | Page 75 |
2495 | because their Knowledg feeds them not, fills them not, as fancies do not feed. Fourthly, 'Tis a f•lse Knowledg, for give a blind man a description of the Sun, | Because their Knowledge feeds them not, fills them not, as fancies do not feed. Fourthly, It's a f•lse Knowledge, for give a blind man a description of the Sun, | c-acp po32 n1 vvz pno32 xx, vvz pno32 xx, c-acp n2 vdb xx vvi. ord, pn31|vbz dt j n1, p-acp vvi dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 429 | Page 75 |
2496 | or a ta••eless man of honey, he may set up a false Image and deceive himself, and so doth this. | or a ta••eless man of honey, he may Set up a false Image and deceive himself, and so does this. | cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp dt j n1 cc vvi px31, cc av vdz d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 430 | Page 75 |
2497 | Many set up a false Image of Christ, and trust to that. | Many Set up a false Image of christ, and trust to that. | av-d vvn a-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 430 | Page 75 |
2498 | Or as in the description of another Country, when he sees it, then he sees he was deceived: | Or as in the description of Another Country, when he sees it, then he sees he was deceived: | cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, cs pns31 vvz pns31 vbds vvn: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 430 | Page 75 |
2499 | so Saints see they were deceived, and saw not Christ, nor Sin, nor God; and so shall men in He•• see; | so Saints see they were deceived, and saw not christ, nor since, nor God; and so shall men in He•• see; | av n2 vvb pns32 vbdr vvn, cc vvd xx np1, ccx n1, ccx n1; cc av vmb n2 p-acp np1 vvi; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 430 | Page 75 |
2500 | hence Isai. 6. 9. In seeing they see not: how came that to ass? they did see, but saw not really. | hence Isaiah 6. 9. In seeing they see not: how Come that to Ass? they did see, but saw not really. | av np1 crd crd p-acp vvg pns32 vvb xx: q-crq vvd cst p-acp n1? pns32 vdd vvi, cc-acp vvd xx av-j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 430 | Page 75 |
2501 | Fif•hly, 'Tis such a Know•edg as hinders from saving-knowledg of Christ, Iohn 9. 39. I came that they that see might be made blind. | Fif•hly, It's such a Know•edg as hinders from Saving-knowledge of christ, John 9. 39. I Come that they that see might be made blind. | av-j, pn31|vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz p-acp n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vvd cst pns32 cst vvi vmd vbi vvn j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 431 | Page 75 |
2502 | The wise learned Corinthians must become foolishness, and the light that is in thee is darkness. | The wise learned Corinthians must become foolishness, and the Light that is in thee is darkness. | dt j j np1 vmb vvi n1, cc dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno21 vbz n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 431 | Page 75 |
2503 | This light stands in your light: | This Light Stands in your Light: | d n1 vvz p-acp po22 n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 431 | Page 75 |
2504 | and yet this is the Knowledg that thousand thousands content themselve• withall, and hence catch hold on Christ, | and yet this is the Knowledge that thousand thousands content themselve• withal, and hence catch hold on christ, | cc av d vbz dt n1 cst crd crd j n1 av, cc av vvb vvb p-acp np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 431 | Page 75 |
2505 | and think they have him, when in truth 'tis but the Image and fancy of him. | and think they have him, when in truth it's but the Image and fancy of him. | cc vvb pns32 vhb pno31, c-crq p-acp n1 pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 431 | Page 75 |
2506 | What then is this knowledg or seeing of Christ? |
What then is this knowledge or seeing of christ? | q-crq av vbz d n1 cc vvg pp-f np1? | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 432 | Page 75 |
2507 | There is a seeing of Christ after a man believes, |
There is a seeing of christ After a man believes, which is christ in his love, etc. but I speak of that First sighed of him that precedes the second act of Faith, | pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, r-crq vbz np1 p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp pns11 vvb pp-f cst ord n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz dt ord n1 pp-f n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2508 | and 'tis an intuitive or real sight of him as he is in his Glory. | and it's an intuitive or real sighed of him as he is in his Glory. | cc pn31|vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2509 | C•rist reveals his wonderful glory to the soul really, as ex gr. A man hears sin to be the greatest evil, | C•rist reveals his wondered glory to the soul really, as ex Great. A man hears since to be the greatest evil, | np1 vvz po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j, c-acp fw-la zz. dt n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vbi dt js n-jn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2510 | and sometime conceives by argument how, but sees not the thing sin, though he sees the word sin: | and sometime conceives by argument how, but sees not the thing since, though he sees the word since: | cc av vvz p-acp n1 c-crq, cc-acp vvz xx dt n1 n1, cs pns31 vvz dt n1 n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2511 | so a man that never travailed into forraign parts, may hear, and read, and speak of Countries: | so a man that never travailed into foreign parts, may hear, and read, and speak of Countries: | av dt n1 cst av-x vvn p-acp j n2, vmb vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi pp-f n2: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2512 | or as Herbalists read of the nature of Plants and Tree•, yet never saw the things, | or as Herbalists read of the nature of Plants and Tree•, yet never saw the things, | cc c-acp n2 vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cc np1, av av-x vvd dt n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2513 | nay trample upon them when they see them: | nay trample upon them when they see them: | uh-x vvb p-acp pno32 c-crq pns32 vvb pno32: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2514 | so it is one thing to read of the Sun in a Book, or to know it by relation, another thing to know it by sight. | so it is one thing to read of the Sun in a Book, or to know it by Relation, Another thing to know it by sighed. | av pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2515 | This is therefore the saving-knowledg of Christ, to see the Lord in his Glory as he is: | This is Therefore the Saving-knowledge of christ, to see the Lord in his Glory as he is: | d vbz av dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vbz: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2516 | not perfectly, for that is in Heaven; | not perfectly, for that is in Heaven; | xx av-j, c-acp d vbz p-acp n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2517 | hence we shall there see him, and be like unto him, but imperfectly, and in part, 2 Cor. 3. 18. Changed here into the same Image. And this appears from these four Grounds. | hence we shall there see him, and be like unto him, but imperfectly, and in part, 2 Cor. 3. 18. Changed Here into the same Image. And this appears from these four Grounds. | av pns12 vmb a-acp vvi pno31, cc vbi j p-acp pno31, cc-acp av-j, cc p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd vvn av p-acp dt d n1. cc d vvz p-acp d crd n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 433 | Page 75 |
2518 | 1. That Knowledg the Saints have of Christ, 'tis not by bare word only, but also b• the Spirit. | 1. That Knowledge the Saints have of christ, it's not by bore word only, but also b• the Spirit. | crd cst n1 dt n2 vhb pp-f np1, pn31|vbz xx p-acp j n1 av-j, cc-acp av n1 dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 434 | Page 75 |
2519 | The word relates Christ, but the Spirit is the interpreter of the Word: the Interpreter of Heaven must interpret the language of Heaven. | The word relates christ, but the Spirit is the interpreter of the Word: the Interpreter of Heaven must interpret the language of Heaven. | dt n1 vvz np1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 434 | Page 75 |
2520 | Now the Spirit ever shews us things as they are, even though they be deep things, | Now the Spirit ever shows us things as they Are, even though they be deep things, | av dt n1 av vvz pno12 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr, av cs pns32 vbb j-jn n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 434 | Page 75 |
2521 | and mysteries, it makes them plain, 1 Cor. 2. 9, 10. As the Sun when it ariseth it scatters all darknesse, so when this day•ster ariseth: | and Mysteres, it makes them plain, 1 Cor. 2. 9, 10. As the Sun when it arises it scatters all darkness, so when this day•ster arises: | cc n2, pn31 vvz pno32 j, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz pn31 vvz d n1, av c-crq d n1 vvz: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 434 | Page 75 |
2522 | Not that these things are revealed without the Word: | Not that these things Are revealed without the Word: | xx cst d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 434 | Page 75 |
2523 | for 2 Cor. 2. 14. and 2 Cor. 4. 4. lest the light of the Gospel should shine: | for 2 Cor. 2. 14. and 2 Cor. 4. 4. lest the Light of the Gospel should shine: | c-acp crd np1 crd crd cc crd np1 crd crd n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 434 | Page 75 |
2524 | 'tis by the Word that the Spirit doth enlighten. | it's by the Word that the Spirit does enlighten. | pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vdz vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 434 | Page 75 |
2525 | 2. Because the sight of the Knowledg of Christ, 'tis as the knowledg of a thing in a glass, 1 Cor. 13. 12. Now though you see not the man face to face, | 2. Because the sighed of the Knowledge of christ, it's as the knowledge of a thing in a glass, 1 Cor. 13. 12. Now though you see not the man face to face, | crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd av cs pn22 vvb xx dt n1 n1 p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 435 | Page 75 |
2526 | yet if you see him in a glasse, there you see him as he is: Quod videtur in speculo, non est imago, as some think. | yet if you see him in a glass, there you see him as he is: Quod videtur in speculo, non est imago, as Some think. | av cs pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, a-acp pn22 vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz: fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp d vvb. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 435 | Page 76 |
2527 | A man may know another by relation, or by some picture, but in a glass that is more full. | A man may know Another by Relation, or by Some picture, but in a glass that is more full. | dt n1 vmb vvi j-jn p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 435 | Page 76 |
2528 | The Jews they saw Christ, but it was under Vails and Types, and Pictures of him, this was obscure: | The jews they saw christ, but it was under Vails and Types, and Pictures of him, this was Obscure: | dt np2 pns32 vvd np1, cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp n2 cc n2, cc n2 pp-f pno31, d vbds j: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 435 | Page 76 |
2529 | under the Gospel the v•il is pulled off, aud with open face we see as in a glasse the glory of the Lord. | under the Gospel the v•il is pulled off, and with open face we see as in a glass the glory of the Lord. | p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc p-acp j n1 pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 435 | Page 76 |
2530 | In Heaven the glasse is taken away, and then we see as we are seen. 3. Because that estate the Saints are translated into is a state of Glory. Hence when justified, then glorified. | In Heaven the glass is taken away, and then we see as we Are seen. 3. Because that estate the Saints Are translated into is a state of Glory. Hence when justified, then glorified. | p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz vvn av, cc av pns12 vvb c-acp pns12 vbr vvn. crd p-acp d n1 dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. av c-crq vvn, av vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 435 | Page 76 |
2531 | Hence as that sanctification that is in the will is the beginning of the life of Glory, | Hence as that sanctification that is in the will is the beginning of the life of Glory, | av c-acp d n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 436 | Page 76 |
2532 | so that light God puts into their mind, is the beginning of the light of Glory. | so that Light God puts into their mind, is the beginning of the Light of Glory. | av cst j np1 vvz p-acp po32 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 436 | Page 76 |
2533 | Hence as in Heaven the soul sees Christ by the full light of Glory perfectly, face to face, | Hence as in Heaven the soul sees christ by the full Light of Glory perfectly, face to face, | av c-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 av-j, n1 p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 436 | Page 76 |
2534 | so in this life the soul sees Christ really as he is, yet as in a glasse imperfectly. | so in this life the soul sees christ really as he is, yet as in a glass imperfectly. | av p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz np1 av-j c-acp pns31 vbz, av c-acp p-acp dt n1 av-j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 436 | Page 76 |
2535 | Hence we are said to see in part. 4. In regard of that abundant goodnesse and love of Christ to his people. | Hence we Are said to see in part. 4. In regard of that abundant Goodness and love of christ to his people. | av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1. crd p-acp n1 pp-f cst j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 436 | Page 76 |
2536 | Love cannot lock up secrets, Ioseph hid himself from his Brethren for a time, but his bowels melt, he must tell them that he is Ioseph. Christ may do so, | Love cannot lock up secrets, Ioseph hid himself from his Brothers for a time, but his bowels melt, he must tell them that he is Ioseph. christ may do so, | n1 vmbx vvi a-acp n2-jn, np1 vvn px31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp po31 n2 vvi, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 cst pns31 vbz np1. np1 vmb vdi av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 437 | Page 76 |
2537 | but his love even constrains him afterward, to let them see whom he is, Iohn 14. 21. I confesse its admirable love to reveal Christ in the Word and letter of the Gospel, to hear of him is happinesse, | but his love even constrains him afterwards, to let them see whom he is, John 14. 21. I confess its admirable love to reveal christ in the Word and Letter of the Gospel, to hear of him is happiness, | cc-acp po31 n1 av vvz pno31 av, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi ro-crq pns31 vbz, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb pn31|vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31 vbz n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 437 | Page 76 |
2538 | and if the Lord saves you, you will think so too: But this is common to wicked men; | and if the Lord saves you, you will think so too: But this is Common to wicked men; | cc cs dt n1 vvz pn22, pn22 vmb vvi av av: cc-acp d vbz j p-acp j n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 437 | Page 76 |
2539 | there is a manifestation of himself as he is unto his people. | there is a manifestation of himself as he is unto his people. | pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f px31 c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 437 | Page 76 |
2540 | And now he is in Glory, hence reveals himself in his inconceiveable, Glory, that now a mans eye sees the Lord, | And now he is in Glory, hence reveals himself in his inconceiveable, Glory, that now a men eye sees the Lord, | cc av pns31 vbz p-acp n1, av vvz px31 p-acp po31 j, n1, cst av dt ng1 n1 vvz dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 437 | Page 76 |
2541 | and such things he never thought of before, which eye never saw, 1 Cor. 2. 9. | and such things he never Thought of before, which eye never saw, 1 Cor. 2. 9. | cc d n2 pns31 av-x vvd pp-f a-acp, r-crq n1 av-x vvd, crd np1 crd crd | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 437 | Page 76 |
2542 | How doth the soul see him as he is? I in this case, |
How does the soul see him as he is? I in this case, rather desire to Learn than teach, even from the Meanest; | q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz? pns11 p-acp d n1, av-c vvb pc-acp vvi cs vvi, av p-acp dt js; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 438 | Page 76 |
2543 | yet what is obvious I shall suggest, in this weighty business. This seeing of him appears in three particulars. | av r-crq vbz j pns11 vmb vvi, p-acp d j n1. d vvg pp-f pno31 vvz p-acp crd n2-j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 439 | Page 76 | |
2544 | 1. True saving knowledge and sight of Christ consists in the sight of the glory of his person, especially now caught up to Heaven, and sitting at the right hand of God, in all the Glory of the Father. | 1. True Saving knowledge and sighed of christ consists in the sighed of the glory of his person, especially now caught up to Heaven, and sitting At the right hand of God, in all the Glory of the Father. | crd j vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-j av vvd a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2545 | Look as at the Judgment-day the Lord shall break out of Heaven in such Glory as shall amaze all the world, | Look as At the Judgment day the Lord shall break out of Heaven in such Glory as shall amaze all the world, | vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vmb vvi av pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp vmb vvi d dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2546 | and all eyes shall see him, that he shall not only be admired in himself, but in all his Saints, by all that are round about him: | and all eyes shall see him, that he shall not only be admired in himself, but in all his Saints, by all that Are round about him: | cc d n2 vmb vvi pno31, cst pns31 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn p-acp px31, cc-acp p-acp d po31 n2, p-acp d cst vbr av-j p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2548 | yet by the eye of Faith) though not come to judge the world, yet now ruling of the world; | yet by the eye of Faith) though not come to judge the world, yet now ruling of the world; | av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) cs xx vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, av av vvg pp-f dt n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2549 | though not in the clouds, yet in Heaven; though his Humanity only in Heaven, yet his God-heads beams filling Heaven and Earth; | though not in the Clouds, yet in Heaven; though his Humanity only in Heaven, yet his Godheads beams filling Heaven and Earth; | cs xx p-acp dt n2, av p-acp n1; cs po31 n1 av-j p-acp n1, av po31 n2 n2 vvg n1 cc n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2550 | though not yet coming in the Fathers Glory, yet sitting clothed with the Fathers Glory: for if a man looks on Creatures, he sees Gods foot-steps of power; | though not yet coming in the Father's Glory, yet sitting clothed with the Father's Glory: for if a man looks on Creatures, he sees God's footsteps of power; | cs xx av vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, av vvg vvd p-acp dt ng1 n1: c-acp cs dt n1 vvz p-acp n2, pns31 vvz npg1 n2 pp-f n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2551 | if on Angels and Saints, Gods Image of Holinesse; | if on Angels and Saints, God's Image of Holiness; | cs p-acp n2 cc n2, ng1 n1 pp-f n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2552 | if in Christ, there God himself, 2 Cor. 4. 4, 5, 6, 7. 'Tis true then Christs Glory shall be seen by the Wicked, | if in christ, there God himself, 2 Cor. 4. 4, 5, 6, 7. It's true then Christ Glory shall be seen by the Wicked, | cs p-acp np1, a-acp np1 px31, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd pn31|vbz j cs npg1 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2553 | but that's by sense, not by Faith, that is only in their minds, but there is no shining into the heart, to the kindling of an infinite esteem of him: | but that's by sense, not by Faith, that is only in their minds, but there is no shining into the heart, to the kindling of an infinite esteem of him: | cc-acp d|vbz p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1, cst vbz av-j p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2554 | and this the god of this World hides from people; Christ the Lord of another world in spight of Satan reveals to his people. | and this the god of this World hides from people; christ the Lord of Another world in spite of Satan reveals to his people. | cc d dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz p-acp n1; np1 dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2555 | Before a man sees Christ, there is nothing more base than Christ, even to the Elect, | Before a man sees christ, there is nothing more base than christ, even to the Elect, | p-acp dt n1 vvz np1, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs np1, av p-acp dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2556 | and then the wayes and work of Christ, I•r. 2. 11. Have any Heathen changed their gods? these change their glory for that which doth not profit: | and then the ways and work of christ, I•r. 2. 11. Have any Heathen changed their God's? these change their glory for that which does not profit: | cc av dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1, n1. crd crd vhb d j-jn j-vvn po32 n2? d vvb po32 n1 p-acp d r-crq vdz xx vvi: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2557 | now the Lord will be, must be esteemed of his people; | now the Lord will be, must be esteemed of his people; | av dt n1 vmb vbi, vmb vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2558 | hence will and doth reveal this Glory of his to his Saints, whereas here others are blind. | hence will and does reveal this Glory of his to his Saints, whereas Here Others Are blind. | av vmb cc vdz vvi d n1 pp-f png31 p-acp po31 n2, cs av ng2-jn vbr j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 441 | Page 76 |
2559 | 2. In the beholding of the Lord as he come• and appears in the Glory of his Covenant, | 2. In the beholding of the Lord as he come• and appears in the Glory of his Covenant, | crd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 c-acp pns31 n1 cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 76 |
2560 | for when the Lord reveals himself so as to cause the soul to believe, and thereby to make it one of his people, he never makes any a people, | for when the Lord reveals himself so as to cause the soul to believe, and thereby to make it one of his people, he never makes any a people, | c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi pn31 crd pp-f po31 n1, pns31 av-x vvz d dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 76 |
2561 | but by entring into Covenant with them. | but by entering into Covenant with them. | cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 76 |
2562 | Hence he ever appears in his Covenant first, Isai. 49. nlt. Look as when the Lord made him a people at Mount Sinai, Moses came down from 〈 … 〉 with Tables in his hands, &c. So when Christ comes to make any his people, he comes as Mediator of a be•ter Te••ament, Heb. 7. 22. On Mount Sion, Heb. 12. 22, 24. No• look as it was with the Israelites, 2 Cor. 3. they had the Covenant of Christ, and Christ revealed; | Hence he ever appears in his Covenant First, Isaiah 49. nlt. Look as when the Lord made him a people At Mount Sinai, Moses Come down from 〈 … 〉 with Tables in his hands, etc. So when christ comes to make any his people, he comes as Mediator of a be•ter Te••ament, Hebrew 7. 22. On Mount Sion, Hebrew 12. 22, 24. No• look as it was with the Israelites, 2 Cor. 3. they had the Covenant of christ, and christ revealed; | av pns31 av vvz p-acp po31 n1 ord, np1 crd fw-ge. vvb a-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp vvb np1, np1 vvd a-acp p-acp 〈 … 〉 p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n2, av av c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f dt jc n1, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 np1, np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvb p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, crd np1 crd pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1 vvn; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2563 | but as Moses face was covered, •o theirs w•s, and Christ the•e was vailed over with the Law, | but as Moses face was covered, •o theirs w•s, and christ the•e was veiled over with the Law, | cc-acp c-acp np1 n1 vbds vvn, av png32 av, cc np1 av vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2564 | even the Moral Law written in stone. | even the Moral Law written in stone. | av dt j n1 vvn p-acp n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2565 | Hence there was a vail on their hearts too, they could not see Christ, the end of the L•w, | Hence there was a Vail on their hearts too, they could not see christ, the end of the L•w, | av a-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 av, pns32 vmd xx vvi np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2588 | Hence 2 Cor. 3. Gospel is called The ministration of Glory, which no carnal heart can see, | Hence 2 Cor. 3. Gospel is called The ministration of Glory, which no carnal heart can see, | av crd np1 crd n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dx j n1 vmb vvi, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2858 | and remember now not to change, Ier. 2. 11. As Women, Oh I would not change; | and Remember now not to change, Jeremiah 2. 11. As Women, O I would not change; | cc vvb av xx pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd p-acp n2, uh pns11 vmd xx vvi; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 474 | Page 84 |
2566 | but only the Vail, viz. the Law, and hence looked for life by that, and hence we•e hadened against Christ, Rom. 9. 31, 32. So 'tis the misery and blindnesse of many people at this day, they see the Lord Jesus, but with his vail on: | but only the vail, viz. the Law, and hence looked for life by that, and hence we•e hadened against christ, Rom. 9. 31, 32. So it's the misery and blindness of many people At this day, they see the Lord jesus, but with his Vail on: | cc-acp av-j dt n1, n1 dt n1, cc av vvd p-acp n1 p-acp d, cc av vbi vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd av pn31|vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 np1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2567 | for people being not able to see and pri•e the glory of Christ immediatly, the Lord appears with the law first, requiring this and that, | for people being not able to see and pri•e the glory of christ immediately, the Lord appears with the law First, requiring this and that, | p-acp n1 vbg xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 ord, vvg d cc d, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2568 | and they endeavour to do it; | and they endeavour to do it; | cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vdi pn31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2569 | and hence if they cannot, they comfort themselves with this, the Lord accepts my endeavours, not seeing the hypocrisie of them, | and hence if they cannot, they Comfort themselves with this, the Lord accepts my endeavours, not seeing the hypocrisy of them, | cc av cs pns32 vmbx, pns32 vvb px32 p-acp d, dt n1 vvz po11 n2, xx vvg dt n1 pp-f pno32, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2570 | or else they are never at •eace, or very seldom; | or Else they Are never At •eace, or very seldom; | cc av pns32 vbr av-x p-acp n1, cc av av; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2571 | and why? because they see not to the end of that which is abolished, never saw the end, the Lord Jesus Chr•st. | and why? Because they see not to the end of that which is abolished, never saw the end, the Lord jesus Chr•st. | cc q-crq? c-acp pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn, av-x vvd dt n1, dt n1 np1 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2572 | Now therefore when the Lord reveals himself, the Lord makes himself known without the vail, | Now Therefore when the Lord reveals himself, the Lord makes himself known without the Vail, | av av c-crq dt n1 vvz px31, dt n1 vvz px31 vvn p-acp dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2573 | so that when conscience cries you must do what ever is commanded, or dye, the Lord Jesus now comes and appears, | so that when conscience cries you must do what ever is commanded, or die, the Lord jesus now comes and appears, | av cst c-crq n1 vvz pn22 vmb vdi r-crq av vbz vvn, cc vvi, dt n1 np1 av vvz cc vvz, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2574 | and saith, therefore see what need thou hast of me, who have fulfilled all Righteousness, and done all. | and Says, Therefore see what need thou hast of me, who have fulfilled all Righteousness, and done all. | cc vvz, av vvb r-crq n1 pns21 vh2 pp-f pno11, r-crq vhb vvn d n1, cc vdn d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2575 | Receive m• that have done it, and thou shalt live. | Receive m• that have done it, and thou shalt live. | vvb n1 cst vhb vdn pn31, cc pns21 vm2 vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2576 | Oh but may I now live as I •ist? Am I now free from the Law? No, 'tis to be thy Rule and life in Heaven, | O but may I now live as I •ist? Am I now free from the Law? No, it's to be thy Rule and life in Heaven, | uh cc-acp vmb pns11 av vvb c-acp pns11 vvb? vbm pns11 av j p-acp dt n1? uh-dx, pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2577 | but I will write my Laws in thy heart, and cause thee to walk in my wayes. | but I will write my Laws in thy heart, and cause thee to walk in my ways. | cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2578 | Hence the soul sees all done for him; 1. In Christ. 2. All that he is to do for Christ; | Hence the soul sees all done for him; 1. In christ. 2. All that he is to do for christ; | av dt n1 vvz d vdn p-acp pno31; crd p-acp np1. crd av-d d pns31 vbz pc-acp vdi p-acp np1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2579 | he sees it not in me•ns, nor in himself, but in the Lords promise, and here Faith hangs, and hath peace. For two things trouble, | he sees it not in me•ns, nor in himself, but in the lords promise, and Here Faith hangs, and hath peace. For two things trouble, | pns31 vvz pn31 xx p-acp n2, ccx p-acp px31, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 vvb, cc av n1 vvz, cc vhz n1. p-acp crd n2 vvi, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 442 | Page 77 |
2580 | First, I have broke the first Covenant of the Law, Christ appears not as one that exacts the Debt, | First, I have broke the First Covenant of the Law, christ appears not as one that exacts the Debt, | ord, pns11 vhb vvn dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vvz xx c-acp pi cst vvz dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 443 | Page 77 |
2581 | but as one that comes to enrich him when poor. | but as one that comes to enrich him when poor. | cc-acp c-acp pi cst vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 443 | Page 77 |
2582 | Secondly, I cannot walk after it as a Rule, Christ appears in this Covenant, and promiseth to cause him to do it; | Secondly, I cannot walk After it as a Rule, christ appears in this Covenant, and promises to cause him to do it; | ord, pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1, np1 vvz p-acp d n1, cc vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi pn31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2583 | and hence after all departings from the Lord, he will not depart further by unbel•ef, | and hence After all departings from the Lord, he will not depart further by unbel•ef, | cc av p-acp d n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi av-jc p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2584 | but sees the end of the Law, which is Christ, that in him he may perform the Covenant, | but sees the end of the Law, which is christ, that in him he may perform the Covenant, | cc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz np1, cst p-acp pno31 pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2585 | and by him be strengthned to walk with him as after a Rule: | and by him be strengthened to walk with him as After a Rule: | cc p-acp pno31 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2586 | For the Covenant of Grace is not, Christ will be rigthteousnesse to thee if thou wilt walk after the Law as a Rule, but Christ will do both: | For the Covenant of Grace is not, christ will be rigthteousnesse to thee if thou wilt walk After the Law as a Rule, but christ will do both: | c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx, np1 vmb vbi n1 p-acp pno21 cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp np1 vmb vdi d: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2587 | and this the soul sees in it's Glory, else it's no sight. | and this the soul sees in it's Glory, Else it's no sighed. | cc d dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31|vbz n1, av pn31|vbz dx n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2900 | Some of you know not your want, others feel it not, you can live without him; | some of you know not your want, Others feel it not, you can live without him; | d pp-f pn22 vvb xx po22 n1, n2-jn vvb pn31 xx, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2589 | for the vail is taken away when it turns to the Lord, and sees him. The Saints only with open face behold this: | for the Vail is taken away when it turns to the Lord, and sees him. The Saints only with open face behold this: | p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn av c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31. dt n2 av-j p-acp j n1 vvi d: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2590 | 'Tis true for a ti•e they may make of Christ a Moses, as Peter, Luke 5. 8. Lord depart from me, I am a sinful man. | It's true for a ti•e they may make of christ a Moses, as Peter, Lycia 5. 8. Lord depart from me, I am a sinful man. | pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi pp-f np1 dt np1, p-acp np1, av crd crd n1 vvi p-acp pno11, pns11 vbm dt j n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2591 | And the Lord may deal roughly with them to hu•b•e them, as Ioseph did to his Breth•en, | And the Lord may deal roughly with them to hu•b•e them, as Ioseph did to his Breth•en, | cc dt n1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp po31 n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2592 | but it will not ever hold; | but it will not ever hold; | cc-acp pn31 vmb xx av vvi; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2593 | and the Lord •ppearing thus to them that have been stung by the Law, and that killing letter, | and the Lord •ppearing thus to them that have been stung by the Law, and that killing Letter, | cc dt n1 vvg av p-acp pno32 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, cc d j-vvg n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2594 | now •he Lord appears in ineff•ble Beauty and Glory; To others there is nothing in it, they may see this, yet not believe. | now •he Lord appears in ineff•ble Beauty and Glory; To Others there is nothing in it, they may see this, yet not believe. | av j n1 vvz p-acp j n1 cc n1; p-acp n2-jn pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb vvi d, av xx vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 444 | Page 77 |
2595 | 3. In seeing the Lord in the Glory of his Grace, or fitnesse for him, and this is the main: | 3. In seeing the Lord in the Glory of his Grace, or fitness for him, and this is the main: | crd p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31, cc d vbz dt j: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 77 |
2596 | for look as 'tis in Marriage, there is a respect to Beauty and feature, and that draws. | for look as it's in Marriage, there is a respect to Beauty and feature, and that draws. | p-acp vvi c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d vvz. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 77 |
2597 | Now a Woman sometimes appears to one so, that though Portion be great, &c. yet he cannot like, another can because God hath a hand in it, | Now a Woman sometime appears to one so, that though Portion be great, etc. yet he cannot like, Another can Because God hath a hand in it, | av dt n1 av vvz p-acp pi av, cst cs n1 vbb j, av av pns31 vmbx vvi, j-jn vmb p-acp np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 77 |
2598 | and what fits the fancy, that's beauty: there is a sutablenesse every way. | and what fits the fancy, that's beauty: there is a suitableness every Way. | cc r-crq vvz dt n1, d|vbz n1: pc-acp vbz dt n1 d n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 77 |
2599 | So Christ is presented with a rich portion to many, and yet they cannot like, cannot see a Beauty, | So christ is presented with a rich portion to many, and yet they cannot like, cannot see a Beauty, | av np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d, cc av pns32 vmbx vvi, vmbx vvi dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 77 |
2600 | because they cannot see a fitnesse and sutablenesse to them, and for them: | Because they cannot see a fitness and suitableness to them, and for them: | c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 77 |
2601 | another man can, because he sees a fitnesse and sutablenesse in the Lord Jesus for him, in res•ect of his misery and sin, | Another man can, Because he sees a fitness and suitableness in the Lord jesus for him, in res•ect of his misery and since, | j-jn n1 vmb, c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 77 |
2602 | and his gracious disposi•ion, Iohn 1. 14. But we saw his glory full of Grace and truth. | and his gracious disposi•ion, John 1. 14. But we saw his glory full of Grace and truth. | cc po31 j n1, np1 crd crd cc-acp pns12 vvd po31 n1 j pp-f n1 cc n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 77 |
2603 | Psalm 45. 2. Thou art fairer than the children of men, full of Grace are thy lips: | Psalm 45. 2. Thou art Fairer than the children of men, full of Grace Are thy lips: | np1 crd crd pns21 vb2r jc cs dt n2 pp-f n2, j pp-f n1 vbr po21 n2: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2604 | which is so beautiful in the Lords eyes, that the Father hence exalts the Son, | which is so beautiful in the lords eyes, that the Father hence exalts the Son, | r-crq vbz av j p-acp dt n2 n2, cst dt n1 av vvz dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2605 | for all the Grace he shews to his Elect. Now what makes Christ appear fit? Answ. The knowledg of a mans self, and sense of vilenesse; | for all the Grace he shows to his Elect. Now what makes christ appear fit? Answer The knowledge of a men self, and sense of vileness; | p-acp d dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 np1 av q-crq vvz np1 vvi j? np1 dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2606 | hence Luke 7. 29, 30. The Pharisees despised the counsel of God against themselves, when Publicans justified God, &c. And 'tis a Rule, that the saving-knowledg of Christ is dependant upon the sensible knowledg of a mans self. | hence Lycia 7. 29, 30. The Pharisees despised the counsel of God against themselves, when Publicans justified God, etc. And it's a Rule, that the Saving-knowledge of christ is dependant upon the sensible knowledge of a men self. | av av crd crd, crd dt np2 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp px32, c-crq np1 vvd np1, av cc pn31|vbz dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2607 | Let a Christian in Christ lye in his sins, and comfort himself in Remission of them without repentance, he may talk of Christ, | Let a Christian in christ lie in his Sins, and Comfort himself in Remission of them without Repentance, he may talk of christ, | vvb dt njp p-acp np1 vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc vvi px31 p-acp n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi pp-f np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2608 | but no beauty will appear in Christ: | but no beauty will appear in christ: | cc-acp dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2609 | So 'tis at first, first the Soul feels sin, and that God is holy, and will hate him: then the Lord shews Christ; come to call such. | So it's At First, First the Soul feels since, and that God is holy, and will hate him: then the Lord shows christ; come to call such. | av pn31|vbz p-acp ord, ord dt n1 vvz n1, cc cst np1 vbz j, cc vmb vvi pno31: av dt n1 vvz np1; vvb pc-acp vvi d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2610 | Yea but I have no good, and cannot help my self; Christ appears fit to seek out such. | Yea but I have no good, and cannot help my self; christ appears fit to seek out such. | uh cc-acp pns11 vhb dx j, cc vmbx vvi po11 n1; np1 vvz j pc-acp vvi av d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2611 | Oh but I cannot see, nor believe, nor be affected; Christ appears one fit to do all, full of wisdom to perform the Second Covenant. | O but I cannot see, nor believe, nor be affected; christ appears one fit to do all, full of Wisdom to perform the Second Covenant. | uh cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi, ccx vvi, ccx vbi vvn; np1 vvz pi j pc-acp vdi d, j pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt ord n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2612 | Oh but I want all things; Christ appears all-sufficient. Oh but I shall fall; Christ appears constant in his love. | O but I want all things; christ appears All-sufficient. O but I shall fallen; christ appears constant in his love. | uh cc-acp pns11 vvb d n2; np1 vvz j. uh cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi; np1 vvz j p-acp po31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2613 | Oh but he is far to seek; Christ appears present. Oh but I shall sin; Christ appears merciful to bear with, and heal infirmities. | O but he is Far to seek; christ appears present. O but I shall sin; christ appears merciful to bear with, and heal infirmities. | uh cc-acp pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi; np1 vvz j. uh cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi; np1 vvz j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2614 | Oh but I shall believe too soon; he is fit to prepare and dispose. Oh but all the world will be against me; | O but I shall believe too soon; he is fit to prepare and dispose. O but all the world will be against me; | uh cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av av; pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi. uh p-acp d dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno11; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2615 | Christ therefore appears fit to rule all for me. Oh but Death and Grave may hurt me; | christ Therefore appears fit to Rule all for me. O but Death and Grave may hurt me; | np1 av vvz j pc-acp vvi d p-acp pno11. uh p-acp n1 cc j vmb vvi pno11; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2616 | Christ appears fit who hath conquered all: and this is ever in the Saints. Now least you should think you have this when you have not; | christ appears fit who hath conquered all: and this is ever in the Saints. Now lest you should think you have this when you have not; | np1 vvz j r-crq vhz vvn d: cc d vbz av p-acp dt n2. av cs pn22 vmd vvi pn22 vhb d c-crq pn22 vhb xx; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2617 | and know it not, see the evidences hereof. | and know it not, see the evidences hereof. | cc vvb pn31 xx, vvb dt n2 av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 445 | Page 78 |
2618 | 1. If ever the Lord hath thus revealed himself to thee, he hath brought this light out of darkness, | 1. If ever the Lord hath thus revealed himself to thee, he hath brought this Light out of darkness, | crd cs av dt n1 vhz av vvn px31 p-acp pno21, pns31 vhz vvn d n1 av pp-f n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 446 | Page 78 |
2619 | and made thee sensible of it, 2 Cor. 4. 5, 6. Oh you that have been a little troubled, | and made thee sensible of it, 2 Cor. 4. 5, 6. O you that have been a little troubled, | cc vvd pno21 j pp-f pn31, crd np1 crd crd, crd uh pn22 cst vhb vbn dt j vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 446 | Page 78 |
2620 | and then hear of Christ, and then depend on him, and wait for comfort from him, and now you are well: you never yet saw him. | and then hear of christ, and then depend on him, and wait for Comfort from him, and now you Are well: you never yet saw him. | cc av vvb pp-f np1, cc av vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc av pn22 vbr av: pn22 av-x av vvd pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 446 | Page 78 |
2621 | Nay if truly enlightened, you will go mourning to your Graves for your ignorance of him, Prov. 30. 2. and seldom is your darkness seen and felt, | Nay if truly enlightened, you will go mourning to your Graves for your ignorance of him, Curae 30. 2. and seldom is your darkness seen and felt, | uh-x cs av-j vvn, pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po22 n1 pp-f pno31, np1 crd crd cc av vbz po22 n1 vvn cc vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 446 | Page 78 |
2622 | but there is some beam let in. | but there is Some beam let in. | cc-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 vvb p-acp. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 446 | Page 78 |
2623 | 2. It damps the glory of all the world, that a man laies down all at Christ feet, | 2. It damps the glory of all the world, that a man lays down all At christ feet, | crd pn31 n2-jn dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, cst dt n1 vvz a-acp d p-acp np1 n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 447 | Page 78 |
2624 | as the Wise-men Mat. 2. As glow-worm-stars go out when the light of the Sun ariseth, | as the Wise men Mathew 2. As glow-worm-stars go out when the Light of the Sun arises, | c-acp dt n2 np1 crd p-acp n2 vvb av c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 447 | Page 78 |
2625 | so all the comforts, and all the miseries of the world are nothing now, Acts 7. I see Jesus. | so all the comforts, and all the misery's of the world Are nothing now, Acts 7. I see jesus. | av d dt n2, cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr pix av, n2 crd pns11 vvb np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 447 | Page 78 |
2626 | 3. It makes a man very vile in his own eyes, Isai. 6. 5. Nay his excellency vile as Isaiah his tongue, | 3. It makes a man very vile in his own eyes, Isaiah 6. 5. Nay his excellency vile as Isaiah his tongue, | crd pn31 vvz dt n1 av j p-acp po31 d n2, np1 crd crd uh-x po31 n1 j c-acp np1 po31 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 448 | Page 78 |
2627 | and wonders that the Lord should look upon him a Worm who is so glorious. | and wonders that the Lord should look upon him a Worm who is so glorious. | cc n2 cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 r-crq vbz av j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 448 | Page 78 |
2628 | What am I that the Mother of my Lord should come to me, &c. He see; | What am I that the Mother of my Lord should come to me, etc. He see; | q-crq vbm pns11 cst dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno11, av pns31 vvb; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 448 | Page 78 |
2629 | Christ fit, and then sees his Glory, and then saith, What me Lord? me to stand before thee? Lord depart, I am a sinful man! | christ fit, and then sees his Glory, and then Says, What me Lord? me to stand before thee? Lord depart, I am a sinful man! | np1 j, cc av vvz po31 n1, cc av vvz, q-crq pno11 n1? pno11 p-acp vvi p-acp pno21? n1 vvb, pns11 vbm dt j n1! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 448 | Page 78 |
2630 | 4. It necessitates the heart to believe, not with assurance, but with a clinging to him: | 4. It necessitates the heart to believe, not with assurance, but with a clinging to him: | crd pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt vvg p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 449 | Page 78 |
2631 | Hypocrites have knowledg of Christ, but it never heats the heart; this as fire necessarily heats, and that which is put to it is heated; | Hypocrites have knowledge of christ, but it never heats the heart; this as fire necessarily heats, and that which is put to it is heated; | n2 vhb n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pn31 av-x vvz dt n1; d c-acp n1 av-j n2, cc cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn31 vbz vvn; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 449 | Page 78 |
2632 | so here, for the sight of the last end doth necessitate when 'tis seen, Isai. 55. 4, 5. They shall run to thee, | so Here, for the sighed of the last end does necessitate when it's seen, Isaiah 55. 4, 5. They shall run to thee, | av av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 vdz n1 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 449 | Page 78 |
2633 | because God hath glorified thee, Rom. 1. 16, 17. 'tis the power of God, for there is righteousness revealed: | Because God hath glorified thee, Rom. 1. 16, 17. it's the power of God, for there is righteousness revealed: | c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno21, np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 vvn: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 449 | Page 78 |
2634 | that though the Lord bids depart, yet he cannot be gone, nay when he concludes, | that though the Lord bids depart, yet he cannot be gone, nay when he concludes, | cst cs dt n1 vvz n1, av pns31 vmbx vbi vvn, uh-x c-crq pns31 vvz, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 449 | Page 78 |
2635 | yet as Ionah 2. 4. so he can see to a Temple through the belly of a Whale. | yet as Jonah 2. 4. so he can see to a Temple through the belly of a Whale. | av c-acp np1 crd crd av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 449 | Page 78 |
2636 | Many say, may I believe? or I cannot prize him! I tell you when the Lord appears as he is, you cannot resist that light, | Many say, may I believe? or I cannot prize him! I tell you when the Lord appears as he is, you cannot resist that Light, | av-d vvb, vmb pns11 vvi? cc pns11 vmbx vvi pno31! pns11 vvb pn22 c-crq dt n1 vvz c-acp pns31 vbz, pn22 vmbx vvi d n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 449 | Page 78 |
2637 | but you must cling to him. | but you must cling to him. | cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 449 | Page 78 |
2638 | 5. Where this is, a man rests not here, but sees more and more of him, Iohn 1. 49, 50. A man sees now his Glory, | 5. Where this is, a man rests not Here, but sees more and more of him, John 1. 49, 50. A man sees now his Glory, | crd c-crq d vbz, dt n1 vvz xx av, cc-acp vvz dc cc dc pp-f pno31, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz av po31 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 450 | Page 78 |
2639 | but after he shall see his love, and after that he shall know his mind, 1 Cor. 2. 9. Eph. 1. 9. The mystery of his will. | but After he shall see his love, and After that he shall know his mind, 1 Cor. 2. 9. Ephesians 1. 9. The mystery of his will. | cc-acp c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc p-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 450 | Page 78 |
2640 | And then his constant presence, and all his walkings with him and towards him, so as to be familiar with him, that in time of old Age he shall be an Acquaintance of Christs, 2 Cor. 3. 18. From glory to glory; whereas an hypocrites light goes out or grows not. | And then his constant presence, and all his walkings with him and towards him, so as to be familiar with him, that in time of old Age he shall be an Acquaintance of Christ, 2 Cor. 3. 18. From glory to glory; whereas an Hypocrites Light Goes out or grows not. | cc av po31 j n1, cc d po31 n2-vvg p-acp pno31 cc p-acp pno31, av c-acp pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno31, cst p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f npg1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp n1 p-acp n1; cs dt n2 n1 vvz av cc vvz xx. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 450 | Page 78 |
2641 | He•ce many ancient standers take all their comfort from the first work, and droop when in old age. | He•ce many ancient standers take all their Comfort from the First work, and droop when in old age. | np1 d j n2 vvb d po32 n1 p-acp dt ord n1, cc vvb c-crq p-acp j n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 450 | Page 79 |
2642 | I know the Saints light is obscured, and the Lord •ides his face, but then they are troubled, | I know the Saints Light is obscured, and the Lord •ides his face, but then they Are troubled, | pns11 vvb dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 vvz po31 n1, cc-acp cs pns32 vbr vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 450 | Page 79 |
2643 | and it shall break out with healing in his wings. | and it shall break out with healing in his wings. | cc pn31 vmb vvi av p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 450 | Page 79 |
2644 | Nay all their life time they may think they know him not, because they have not those measures. | Nay all their life time they may think they know him not, Because they have not those measures. | uh-x av-d po32 n1 n1 pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vvb pno31 xx, c-acp pns32 vhb xx d n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 450 | Page 79 |
2645 | Oh therefore see a necessity of it. 1. You that are vile, and ignorant of Christ, no Faith yet, no Christ yet: | O Therefore see a necessity of it. 1. You that Are vile, and ignorant of christ, no Faith yet, no christ yet: | uh av vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31. crd pn22 cst vbr j, cc j pp-f np1, dx n1 av, av-dx np1 av: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 450 | Page 79 |
2646 | And what then? Thy sins are upon thee now, and wo to thee, for the wrath to come. Oh poor creature! | And what then? Thy Sins Are upon thee now, and woe to thee, for the wrath to come. O poor creature! | cc q-crq av? po21 n2 vbr p-acp pno21 av, cc n1 p-acp pno21, c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. uh j n1! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 451 | Page 79 |
2647 | thou dost not see, nor canst not see, if thou didst, thou wouldst not crucifie the Lord of Glory. | thou dost not see, nor Canst not see, if thou didst, thou Wouldst not crucify the Lord of Glory. | pns21 vd2 xx vvi, ccx vm2 xx vvi, cs pns21 vdd2, pns21 vmd2 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 451 | Page 79 |
2648 | 2. You that be Professouts of the Church. Oh deceive not your selves, if the Lord hath enlightened you, Oh blesse him. | 2. You that be professors of the Church. O deceive not your selves, if the Lord hath enlightened you, O bless him. | crd pn22 cst vbb n2 pp-f dt n1. uh vvb xx po22 n2, cs dt n1 vhz vvn pn22, uh vvb pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 452 | Page 79 |
2649 | If Christ were here, he would blesse you, Mat. 13. 16. Nay when he was here, he did it, he doth it in Heaven. | If christ were Here, he would bless you, Mathew 13. 16. Nay when he was Here, he did it, he does it in Heaven. | cs np1 vbdr av, pns31 vmd vvi pn22, np1 crd crd uh-x c-crq pns31 vbds av, pns31 vdd pn31, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 452 | Page 79 |
2650 | I thank thee Father, &c. Mat. 11. 25. Luke 10. 21. But if not, all is unsound, that ever you had. | I thank thee Father, etc. Mathew 11. 25. Lycia 10. 21. But if not, all is unsound, that ever you had. | pns11 vvb pno21 n1, av np1 crd crd av crd crd p-acp cs xx, d vbz j, cst av pn22 vhd. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 452 | Page 79 |
2651 | Oh therefore look you be not deceived here, and therefore wait upon the Lord to manifest himself, Who knows but the Lord may help? Nay when you are feeling of the infinite need of it, | O Therefore look you be not deceived Here, and Therefore wait upon the Lord to manifest himself, Who knows but the Lord may help? Nay when you Are feeling of the infinite need of it, | uh av vvb pn22 vbb xx vvn av, cc av vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi? uh-x c-crq pn22 vbr vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pn31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 452 | Page 79 |
2652 | and of your own woful blindnesse, 'tis begun. SECT. VI. SEE the happinesse of Saints (all you standers by) and of all Believers. | and of your own woeful blindness, it's begun. SECT. VI. SEE the happiness of Saints (all you standers by) and of all Believers. | cc pp-f po22 d j n1, pn31|vbz vvn. n1. crd. vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 (d pn22 n2 p-acp) cc pp-f d n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 452 | Page 79 |
2653 | You think what Are they? What have they, that I have not? What get they by seeking, by mourning? They have the Lord himself, not Kingdoms, | pn22 vvb r-crq vbr pns32? q-crq vhb pns32, cst pns11 vhb xx? q-crq vvb pns32 p-acp vvg, p-acp n1? pns32 vhb dt n1 px31, xx n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 453 | Page 79 | |
2654 | nor Heaven, not guard of Angels, no• pardon, nor comfort or Grace only, but which is greater, | nor Heaven, not guard of Angels, no• pardon, nor Comfort or Grace only, but which is greater, | ccx n1, xx n1 pp-f n2, n1 n1, ccx n1 cc n1 av-j, cc-acp r-crq vbz jc, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 453 | Page 79 |
2655 | and than which there can be no greater, the Lord of Glory himself. Is there any thing that is good there? 'tis theirs. | and than which there can be no greater, the Lord of Glory himself. Is there any thing that is good there? it's theirs. | cc av r-crq a-acp vmb vbi dx jc, dt n1 pp-f n1 px31. vbz pc-acp d n1 cst vbz j a-acp? pn31|vbz png32. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 453 | Page 79 |
2656 | I doubt not but Angels stand amazed at this. | I doubt not but Angels stand amazed At this. | pns11 vvb xx p-acp n2 vvb vvn p-acp d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 453 | Page 79 |
2657 | What hast thou? Thou hast peace, and ease, and duties, and friends, but no Christ, | What hast thou? Thou hast peace, and ease, and duties, and Friends, but no christ, | q-crq vh2 pns21? pns21 vh2 n1, cc n1, cc n2, cc n2, cc-acp dx np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 453 | Page 79 |
2658 | then poor and cursed thou art. SECT. VII. | then poor and cursed thou art. SECT. VII. | av j cc vvd pns21 vb2r. n1. np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 453 | Page 79 |
2659 | HEnce le•rn to judge of your Faith, |
HEnce le•rn to judge of your Faith, whither it be of the right make or no? whither it be such a Faith as will never fail you, | av vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f po22 n1, cs pn31 vbb pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc av-dx? cs pn31 vbb d dt n1 c-acp vmb av-x vvi pn22, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2660 | but shall in deepest miseries, in sore•t agonies, and most furious temptations; | but shall in Deepest misery's, in sore•t agonies, and most furious temptations; | cc-acp vmb p-acp js-jn n2, p-acp j n2, cc av-ds j n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2661 | nay in greatest sins and desertions, be indeed a friend unto you? Is it such a Faith as pitcheth on, | nay in greatest Sins and desertions, be indeed a friend unto you? Is it such a Faith as pitcheth on, | uh-x p-acp js n2 cc n2, vbb av dt n1 p-acp pn22? vbz pn31 d dt n1 c-acp vvz p-acp, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2662 | and closeth with the person of Christ himself, and him alone? So that all the delights in creatures quiet thee not, | and closeth with the person of christ himself, and him alone? So that all the delights in creatures quiet thee not, | cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, cc pno31 av-j? av cst d dt n2 p-acp n2 vvb pno21 xx, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2663 | unlesse thou canst find him through them; Nay no Ordinances cheer thee, unlesse thou canst see him in them: | unless thou Canst find him through them; Nay no Ordinances cheer thee, unless thou Canst see him in them: | cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno31 p-acp pno32; uh uh-dx n2 vvi pno21, cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno31 p-acp pno32: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2664 | Nay, Heaven it self will not content thee, but him in Heaven, Psal. 73. 25. And hence 'tis him thou seekest, 'tis him thou feet, 'tis him thou approvest thy self unto, and servest: | Nay, Heaven it self will not content thee, but him in Heaven, Psalm 73. 25. And hence it's him thou Seekest, it's him thou feet, it's him thou approvest thy self unto, and servest: | uh-x, n1 pn31 n1 vmb xx vvi pno21, cc-acp pno31 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc av pn31|vbz pno31 pns21 vv2, pn31|vbz pno31 pns21 n2, pn31|vbz pno31 pns21 vv2 po21 n1 p-acp, cc vv2: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2665 | So that 'tis this Rock of ages thou trustest to, Isa. 26. 3, 4. 'Tis his strength thou art strong by, 'tis his life thou livest by, 'tis the Lord himself that thy Faith fadoms. | So that it's this Rock of ages thou trustest to, Isaiah 26. 3, 4. It's his strength thou art strong by, it's his life thou Livest by, it's the Lord himself that thy Faith fathoms. | av cst pn31|vbz d n1 pp-f ng1 pns21 vv2 p-acp, np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz po31 n1 pns21 vb2r j p-acp, pn31|vbz po31 n1 pns21 vv2 p-acp, pn31|vbz dt n1 px31 cst po21 n1 n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2666 | This is right, 1 Pet. 2. 7. For now what good can the Father deny thee, | This is right, 1 Pet. 2. 7. For now what good can the Father deny thee, | d vbz j-jn, crd np1 crd crd p-acp av q-crq j vmb dt n1 vvb pno21, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2667 | when he hath given a Son to thee? What hurt can Satan do thee by all his shakings, | when he hath given a Son to thee? What hurt can Satan do thee by all his shakings, | c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno21? q-crq n1 vmb np1 vdb pno21 p-acp d po31 n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2668 | when thou hast the Son himself, this corner-stone, this horn of salvation to support thee? What hurt can the Law do thee, | when thou hast the Son himself, this cornerstone, this horn of salvation to support thee? What hurt can the Law do thee, | c-crq pns21 vh2 dt n1 px31, d n1, d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno21? q-crq n1 vmb dt n1 vdb pno21, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2669 | when thou hast righteousnesse in a Son? What hurt can delusion do thee, when thou hast wisdom ever plotting for thy good, in such a glorious Head as the Son? What hurt can death do thee, | when thou hast righteousness in a Son? What hurt can delusion do thee, when thou hast Wisdom ever plotting for thy good, in such a glorious Head as the Son? What hurt can death do thee, | c-crq pns21 vh2 n1 p-acp dt n1? q-crq n1 vmb n1 vdb pno21, c-crq pns21 vh2 n1 av vvg p-acp po21 j, p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1? q-crq n1 vmb n1 vdb pno21, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2670 | or sin do thee, when thy life is in the Son? Oh lead me to the Rock, saith David, that is higher than I. | or since do thee, when thy life is in the Son? O led me to the Rock, Says David, that is higher than I. | cc n1 vdb pno21, c-crq po21 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1? uh vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1, vvz np1, cst vbz jc cs pns11. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2671 | Oh here is a rock higher than death, than grave, than sin, than Satan, Who can hurt thee now? But oh Beloved, | O Here is a rock higher than death, than grave, than since, than Satan, Who can hurt thee now? But o beloved, | uh av vbz dt n1 av-jc cs n1, cs n1, cs n1, cs np1, r-crq vmb vvi pno21 av? p-acp uh j-vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 79 |
2693 | Thus it is with Papists who profess that none of their own Works save, but his works in us, | Thus it is with Papists who profess that none of their own Works save, but his works in us, | av pn31 vbz p-acp njp2 r-crq vvb cst pix pp-f po32 d vvz p-acp, cc-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno12, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2694 | and his Blood meriting, that thes• shall save. | and his Blood meriting, that thes• shall save. | cc po31 n1 vvg, cst n1 vmb vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2672 | how many fall short of entring into this rest? and closing with this person? And there are four sorts of them, that spin the finest thread of deceit to themselves ▪ that think they believe when yet they have not the Son. | how many fallen short of entering into this rest? and closing with this person? And there Are four sorts of them, that spin the Finest thread of deceit to themselves ▪ that think they believe when yet they have not the Son. | c-crq d n1 j pp-f vvg p-acp d n1? cc vvg p-acp d n1? cc pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f pno32, cst vvb dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px32 ▪ cst vvb pns32 vvb c-crq av pns32 vhb xx dt n1 | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 454 | Page 80 |
2673 | 1. Those that do not close with himself, but only come to him for some righteousness out of himself (for I shall not speak of them that forsake all, | 1. Those that do not close with himself, but only come to him for Some righteousness out of himself (for I shall not speak of them that forsake all, | crd d cst vdb xx vvi p-acp px31, cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 av pp-f px31 (c-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi pp-f pno32 cst vvb d, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2674 | and follow Christ for the bagg and for the loaves) for 'tis with all men living naturally, | and follow christ for the bag and for the loaves) for it's with all men living naturally, | cc vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n2) p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n2 vvg av-j, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2675 | as 'tis with men that have been rich shop-keepers, but now they are broke, and cast into great want; | as it's with men that have been rich shopkeepers, but now they Are broke, and cast into great want; | c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2 cst vhb vbn j n2, cc-acp av pns32 vbr vvn, cc vvd p-acp j n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2676 | steal they will not, digg they cannot, begg they know not how; turn Prentice to another they must not, they have not been used to that life; | steal they will not, dig they cannot, beg they know not how; turn Prentice to Another they must not, they have not been used to that life; | vvb pns32 vmb xx, vvb pns32 vmbx, vvb pns32 vvb xx c-crq; vvb n1 p-acp j-jn pns32 vmb xx, pns32 vhb xx vbn vvn p-acp d n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2677 | hence they resolve to set up their Trade again, though they sell but Pins, and Points, and small Wares; | hence they resolve to Set up their Trade again, though they fell but Pins, and Points, and small Wares; | av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 av, cs pns32 vvb p-acp n2, cc n2, cc j n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2678 | and because they cannot set up for themselves, they go unto Merchants to help them, | and Because they cannot Set up for themselves, they go unto Merchant's to help them, | cc c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi a-acp p-acp px32, pns32 vvb p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2679 | and run into their Books on trust, and desire day and patience, and they will pay them all again: | and run into their Books on trust, and desire day and patience, and they will pay them all again: | cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvb n1 cc n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi pno32 d av: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2680 | now 'tis not the man that they respect, but to make up their markets out of him; | now it's not the man that they respect, but to make up their Markets out of him; | av pn31|vbz xx dt n1 cst pns32 vvb, cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 av pp-f pno31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2681 | but alass they cannot pay their Debts, and hence to Prison they go: | but alas they cannot pay their Debts, and hence to Prison they go: | cc-acp uh pns32 vmbx vvi po32 n2, cc av p-acp n1 pns32 vvb: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2682 | so 'tis here, God set up Adam with a stock in his own hand, now he is broken and cast into great want, | so it's Here, God Set up Adam with a stock in his own hand, now he is broken and cast into great want, | av pn31|vbz av, np1 vvd a-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, av pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp j n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2683 | and fears the arrest of Gods displeasure, now sin men dare not, digg and help themselves they cannot, | and fears the arrest of God's displeasure, now sin men Dare not, dig and help themselves they cannot, | cc vvz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av vvb n2 vvb xx, vvb cc vvi px32 pns32 vmbx, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2684 | and to begg and live upon the Lord and his Alms they know not how, indeed they will not, they are not used to this life; | and to beg and live upon the Lord and his Alms they know not how, indeed they will not, they Are not used to this life; | cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2 pns32 vvb xx c-crq, av pns32 vmb xx, pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp d n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2685 | hence seek to set up their Trade again, though in never so small duties; | hence seek to Set up their Trade again, though in never so small duties; | av vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 av, cs p-acp av-x av j n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2686 | and because they cannot help themselves, hence they go to Christ, not as to an Husband for himself, | and Because they cannot help themselves, hence they go to christ, not as to an Husband for himself, | cc c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi px32, av pns32 vvb p-acp np1, xx c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp px31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2687 | but as to a Merchant to set them up again: | but as to a Merchant to Set them up again: | cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp av: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2688 | and truly Christ for many ends, and to shew his freenesse to his own, gives many Talents to such, which they receiving hope to please the Lord by; | and truly christ for many ends, and to show his freeness to his own, gives many Talents to such, which they receiving hope to please the Lord by; | cc av-j np1 p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 d, vvz d n2 p-acp d, r-crq pns32 vvg n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2689 | when I can get the Lord to give me some more knowledg, brokennesse, affections, enlargements, abilities to do, | when I can get the Lord to give me Some more knowledge, brokenness, affections, enlargements, abilities to do, | c-crq pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 d dc n1, n1, n2, n2, n2 pc-acp vdi, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2690 | then I hope I shall please him: | then I hope I shall please him: | cs pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vvi pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2691 | but either they spend all and fall away to nothing before they dye, or else Death come; | but either they spend all and fallen away to nothing before they die, or Else Death come; | cc-acp d pns32 vvb d cc vvi av p-acp pix p-acp pns32 vvb, cc av n1 vvb; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2692 | and carries them captive to the judgement-seat of God, and there they see they are run but the deeper in Debt, and not able to pay. | and carries them captive to the judgement-seat of God, and there they see they Are run but the Deeper in Debt, and not able to pay. | cc vvz pno32 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc a-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt jc-jn p-acp n1, cc xx j pc-acp vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2695 | Hence they trust not to what they do, but to what the Lord does, against which very Faith the Apostle disputes, Rom. 4. 5. Thus it was with the Jews, divers despised Christ, | Hence they trust not to what they do, but to what the Lord does, against which very Faith the Apostle disputes, Rom. 4. 5. Thus it was with the jews, diverse despised christ, | av pns32 vvb xx p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb, cc-acp p-acp q-crq dt n1 vdz, p-acp r-crq j n1 dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd av pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, j j-vvn np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2696 | and sought a righteousness of their own; | and sought a righteousness of their own; | cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po32 d; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2697 | others cryed Lord, Lord: Lord there be these sins that wring my Conscience, ease me of them, here be these duties I must do, else never saved, | Others cried Lord, Lord: Lord there be these Sins that wring my Conscience, ease me of them, Here be these duties I must do, Else never saved, | n2-jn vvd n1, n1: n1 pc-acp vbi d n2 cst vvb po11 n1, vvb pno11 pp-f pno32, av vbb d n2 pns11 vmb vdi, av av-x vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2698 | and my heart is dead, Oh affect me, and help me to do them: | and my heart is dead, O affect me, and help me to do them: | cc po11 n1 vbz j, uh vvb pno11, cc vvb pno11 pc-acp vdi pno32: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2699 | there be such works I am to perform, and have no strength to Pray, to Prophesie, Lord assist me, Mat. 7. 21, 22. Depart, I know you not, never accepted of you, you thought these things would please me, you closed not with me, Oh now depart from me, from my fellowship, my bosom, my presence: | there be such works I am to perform, and have no strength to Pray, to Prophesy, Lord assist me, Mathew 7. 21, 22. Depart, I know you not, never accepted of you, you Thought these things would please me, you closed not with me, O now depart from me, from my fellowship, my bosom, my presence: | pc-acp vbi d n2 pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi, cc vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, n1 vvb pno11, np1 crd crd, crd vvb, pns11 vvb pn22 xx, av-x vvn pp-f pn22, pn22 vvd d n2 vmd vvi pno11, pn22 vvd xx p-acp pno11, uh av vvb p-acp pno11, p-acp po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2700 | for this is ever their frame, they think to pacifie God by what they do, | for this is ever their frame, they think to pacify God by what they do, | c-acp d vbz av po32 n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2701 | and though they think his justice cannot, yet they hope there is such indulgence in his mercy that he will accept. | and though they think his Justice cannot, yet they hope there is such indulgence in his mercy that he will accept. | cc cs pns32 vvb po31 n1 vmbx, av pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2702 | Thus it was, Isai. 58. 2. for this is their temper, they are not wounded with the want of Christ himself, | Thus it was, Isaiah 58. 2. for this is their temper, they Are not wounded with the want of christ himself, | av pn31 vbds, np1 crd crd p-acp d vbz po32 n1, pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2703 | but with some jarrings against the Law, for which they fear they must dye. | but with Some jarrings against the Law, for which they Fear they must die. | cc-acp p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2704 | Hence not seeing into the spiritual nature of the Law, they are wounded, not slain by the Law: | Hence not seeing into the spiritual nature of the Law, they Are wounded, not slave by the Law: | av xx vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr vvn, xx vvn p-acp dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2705 | they hope they shall live if they can leave such sins, perform such duties, feel such abilities. | they hope they shall live if they can leave such Sins, perform such duties, feel such abilities. | pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi cs pns32 vmb vvi d n2, vvb d n2, vvb d n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2706 | Now having made tryal at home, they go to Christ, and seek him with delight for to work this or that, and then they are well: | Now having made trial At home, they go to christ, and seek him with delight for to work this or that, and then they Are well: | av vhg vvn n1 p-acp n1-an, pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi d cc d, cc av pns32 vbr av: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2707 | now if they do not receive at present, then they hope by seeking to find in time, | now if they do not receive At present, then they hope by seeking to find in time, | av cs pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp j, cs pns32 vvb p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2708 | if he doth not help them, then they shall be well. | if he does not help them, then they shall be well. | cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32, cs pns32 vmb vbi av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2709 | Hence they ever live in some sin, and know it not, as these did, and as the young man, Mat. 19. And thus 'tis, | Hence they ever live in Some since, and know it not, as these did, and as the young man, Mathew 19. And thus it's, | av pns32 av vvb p-acp d n1, cc vvb pn31 xx, c-acp d vdd, cc p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd cc av pn31|vbz, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2710 | as 'tis with two Princes, one is in trouble by inroders, he sends for aid to another, | as it's with two Princes, one is in trouble by inroders, he sends for aid to Another, | c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp crd n2, pi vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n2, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2711 | but doth not cast down his Crown, and put himself in subjection to the other. | but does not cast down his Crown, and put himself in subjection to the other. | cc-acp vdz xx vvi a-acp po31 n1, cc vvd px31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-jn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2712 | So men will be Kings, and hence send for aid against the inrodes of some sin that stings Conscience, | So men will be Kings, and hence send for aid against the inroads of Some since that stings Conscience, | av n2 vmb vbi n2, cc av vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 cst vvz n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2713 | but put not themselves under the Lord Jesus. Bring those mine enemies hither, Luke 19. 27. In one word; | but put not themselves under the Lord jesus. Bring those mine enemies hither, Lycia 19. 27. In one word; | cc-acp vvb xx px32 p-acp dt n1 np1. vvb d po11 n2 av, av crd crd p-acp crd n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 80 |
2714 | as the Wound is, so is my closing with Christ, if one be in outward trouble, | as the Wound is, so is my closing with christ, if one be in outward trouble, | c-acp dt n1 vbz, av vbz po11 n-vvg p-acp np1, cs pi vbb p-acp j n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 81 |
2715 | now to Christ he goes to deliver; | now to christ he Goes to deliver; | av p-acp np1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 81 |
2716 | if pressed with inward trouble for some sins, now to Christ to remove them, and so to pacifie conscience; | if pressed with inward trouble for Some Sins, now to christ to remove them, and so to pacify conscience; | cs vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp d n2, av p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc av pc-acp vvi n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 455 | Page 81 |
2718 | 2. Those that close with Promises without Christ himself, and divide between them two, that strip Christ of these his Swadling-clouts, make their gain of these, and let himself go. | 2. Those that close with Promises without christ himself, and divide between them two, that strip christ of these his Swaddling-clouts, make their gain of these, and let himself go. | crd d cst vvb p-acp vvz p-acp np1 px31, cc vvi p-acp pno32 crd, cst vvb np1 pp-f d po31 n2, vvb po32 n1 pp-f d, cc vvb px31 vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2719 | I confesse all a Christians wealth is laid up in Promises, not in words and syllables, | I confess all a Christians wealth is laid up in Promises, not in words and syllables, | pns11 vvb d dt njpg2 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp vvz, xx p-acp n2 cc n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2720 | for they are dead things, but Christ in them, and Gods faithfulnesse in them, 2 Sam. 23. 4, 5. This is all my salvation, | for they Are dead things, but christ in them, and God's faithfulness in them, 2 Sam. 23. 4, 5. This is all my salvation, | c-acp pns32 vbr j n2, cc-acp np1 p-acp pno32, cc ng1 n1 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd, crd d vbz d po11 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2721 | for all fulness is in Christ, he is rich, but what am I the better? nay the more miserable, | for all fullness is in christ, he is rich, but what am I the better? nay the more miserable, | p-acp d n1 vbz p-acp np1, pns31 vbz j, cc-acp q-crq vbm pns11 dt j? uh-x dt av-dc j, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2722 | for all emptinesse is in me; therefore in the promise lies my peace. And this is a Christians support in all troubles, and hence he casts anchor here; | for all emptiness is in me; Therefore in the promise lies my peace. And this is a Christians support in all Troubles, and hence he Cast anchor Here; | c-acp d n1 vbz p-acp pno11; av p-acp dt n1 vvz po11 n1. cc d vbz dt njpg2 n1 p-acp d n2, cc av pns31 vvz n1 av; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2723 | but here is his frame, he layes not hold on them without Christ, but by them goes to Christ, | but Here is his frame, he lays not hold on them without christ, but by them Goes to christ, | cc-acp av vbz po31 n1, pns31 vvz xx vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp pno32 vvz p-acp np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2724 | and there rests, Iohn 6. 45. He that hath heard of the Father cometh unto me. | and there rests, John 6. 45. He that hath herd of the Father comes unto me. | cc a-acp vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz vvn pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp pno11. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2725 | Give children milk in the dish, they cry still, they must have it from the Mother, and there suck: | Give children milk in the dish, they cry still, they must have it from the Mother, and there suck: | vvb n2 vvi p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb av, pns32 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2726 | so 2 Pet. 1. 2, 3. Now there are others that finding some work in themselves without Christ, | so 2 Pet. 1. 2, 3. Now there Are Others that finding Some work in themselves without christ, | av crd np1 crd crd, crd av a-acp vbr n2-jn cst vvg d n1 p-acp px32 p-acp np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2727 | and thinking that it's saving, and so a good signe; hence are mistaken, and close with it without Christ, and now they think it's well. | and thinking that it's Saving, and so a good Signen; hence Are mistaken, and close with it without christ, and now they think it's well. | cc vvg cst pn31|vbz vvg, cc av dt j n1; av vbr vvn, cc av-j p-acp pn31 p-acp np1, cc av pns32 vvb pn31|vbz av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2728 | I doubt not but the Jews that be devout comforted themselves with that promise, He that confesseth, &c. Prov. 28. 13. not understanding of it, Mat. 3. Say not within your selves we have Abraham to our Father, that promise kept them off from Christ, Mat. 22. Some came not to the Feast, some came but without a Wedding Garment. | I doubt not but the jews that be devout comforted themselves with that promise, He that Confesses, etc. Curae 28. 13. not understanding of it, Mathew 3. Say not within your selves we have Abraham to our Father, that promise kept them off from christ, Mathew 22. some Come not to the Feast, Some Come but without a Wedding Garment. | pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt np2 cst vbb j vvn px32 p-acp d n1, pns31 cst vvz, av np1 crd crd xx vvg pp-f pn31, np1 crd vvb xx p-acp po22 n2 pns12 vhb np1 p-acp po12 n1, cst vvb vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd d vvd xx p-acp dt n1, d vvd cc-acp p-acp dt n1 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2729 | 'Tis with these men as 'tis with men that come to buy Wines, they taste them, | It's with these men as it's with men that come to buy Wines, they taste them, | pn31|vbz p-acp d n2 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2 cst vvb pc-acp vvi n2, pns32 vvb pno32, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2730 | and content themselves with a taste, another buyes the thing: a Saint doth so; | and content themselves with a taste, Another buys the thing: a Saint does so; | cc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1, j-jn vvz dt n1: dt n1 vdz av; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2731 | another tastes the sweet, and after falls to the impardonable sin, Heb. 6. Or as 'tis with a man that sees corn on the ground, he buye• the field, another he gleans somewhat, and contents himself with that. | Another tastes the sweet, and After falls to the impardonable since, Hebrew 6. Or as it's with a man that sees corn on the ground, he buye• the field, Another he gleans somewhat, and contents himself with that. | j-jn vvz dt j, cc a-acp vvz p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 n1 dt n1, j-jn pns31 vvz av, cc vvz px31 p-acp d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2732 | There is in one word a double error, First, When a man shall close with Christ without Promises; | There is in one word a double error, First, When a man shall close with christ without Promises; | pc-acp vbz p-acp crd n1 dt j-jn n1, ord, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp vvz; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 456 | Page 81 |
2733 | and hence seek to be se•ted without a Promise. | and hence seek to be se•ted without a Promise. | cc av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 457 | Page 81 |
2734 | Hence say some, you must not gather any evidence from any qualification you feel in your self. | Hence say Some, you must not gather any evidence from any qualification you feel in your self. | av vvb d, pn22 vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp d n1 pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 457 | Page 81 |
2735 | Secondly, When men shall snatch and nibble at Promises, and misapply them, not closing with Christ in them and by them; | Secondly, When men shall snatch and nibble At Promises, and misapply them, not closing with christ in them and by them; | ord, c-crq n2 vmb vvi cc n1 p-acp vvz, cc vvb pno32, xx vvg p-acp np1 p-acp pno32 cc p-acp pno32; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 458 | Page 81 |
2736 | I have confessed my sin, and repented, and run away with this without Christ. | I have confessed my since, and repented, and run away with this without christ. | pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, cc vvd, cc vvi av p-acp d p-acp np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 458 | Page 81 |
2737 | Oh time will come the Lord will say, how came•t thou in hither? what hast thou to do to take my Promises into thy mouth? to arm thy self against Christ by Promises to make a spoyl of Christs grants, and let him be crucified. | O time will come the Lord will say, how came•t thou in hither? what hast thou to do to take my Promises into thy Mouth? to arm thy self against christ by Promises to make a spoil of Christ grants, and let him be Crucified. | uh n1 vmb vvi dt n1 vmb vvi, q-crq vd2 pns21 p-acp av? q-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi po11 vvz p-acp po21 n1? pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cc vvb pno31 vbi vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 458 | Page 81 |
2738 | When Saul rent off Samuels garment, he said, The Lord shall rend, &c. 1 Sam. 15. 27, 28. The letter kills, all Promises without Christ slay, | When Saul rend off Samuels garment, he said, The Lord shall rend, etc. 1 Sam. 15. 27, 28. The Letter kills, all Promises without christ slay, | c-crq np1 vvn a-acp np1 n1, pns31 vvd, dt n1 vmb vvi, av crd np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz, d vvz p-acp np1 vvi, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 458 | Page 81 |
2739 | because they keep the famishing Soul from Bread it self. | Because they keep the famishing Soul from Bred it self. | c-acp pns32 vvb dt vvg n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 458 | Page 81 |
2740 | 3. Those that close not with Promises only, but with Christ himself, but it's only with the Image and fancy of him, which they think is himself. | 3. Those that close not with Promises only, but with christ himself, but it's only with the Image and fancy of him, which they think is himself. | crd d cst vvb xx p-acp vvz av-j, cc-acp p-acp np1 px31, cc-acp pn31|vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq pns32 vvb vbz px31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2741 | In true Faith the Father reveals the Son as he is, or the Son reveals himself as he is, | In true Faith the Father reveals the Son as he is, or the Son reveals himself as he is, | p-acp j n1 dt n1 vvz dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz, cc dt n1 vvz px31 c-acp pns31 vbz, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2742 | and Faith hence closeth with him as he is, Iohn 6. 40. But some there be that hear of him, hence think what he is. | and Faith hence closeth with him as he is, John 6. 40. But Some there be that hear of him, hence think what he is. | cc n1 av vvz p-acp pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz, np1 crd crd p-acp d pc-acp vbi cst vvb pp-f pno31, av vvb r-crq pns31 vbz. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2743 | Hence a carnal mind imagines of him as it imagines of a King in a far Country, | Hence a carnal mind imagines of him as it imagines of a King in a Far Country, | av dt j n1 vvz pp-f pno31 c-acp pn31 vvz pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2744 | and falls down to his Image, and trusts to it, and depends on it, and joyes in it, | and falls down to his Image, and trusts to it, and depends on it, and Joys in it, | cc vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp pn31, cc vvz p-acp pn31, cc n2 p-acp pn31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2745 | untill a man comes to be converted, or to dye: and then he sees the deceit. | until a man comes to be converted, or to die: and then he sees the deceit. | c-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vvi: cc av pns31 vvz dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2746 | Or if he did see him, yet he can see no beauty in him to desire him. | Or if he did see him, yet he can see no beauty in him to desire him. | cc cs pns31 vdd vvi pno31, av pns31 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2747 | There is many a man in this case that trusts to, and joyes in Christ, whom if he did know he would loath. | There is many a man in this case that trusts to, and Joys in christ, whom if he did know he would loath. | pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp, cc n2 p-acp np1, ro-crq cs pns31 vdd vvi pns31 vmd vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2748 | Iohn came preaching the Gospel to shew them Christ, they all came to him, and rejoyced in his light, | John Come preaching the Gospel to show them christ, they all Come to him, and rejoiced in his Light, | np1 vvd vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 np1, pns32 d vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2749 | but it was but for a season: | but it was but for a season: | cc-acp pn31 vbds cc-acp p-acp dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2750 | for when he came to shew them there he is, Iohn 1. 29. not one man stirs when he shews them Christ, | for when he Come to show them there he is, John 1. 29. not one man stirs when he shows them christ, | c-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp pns31 vbz, np1 crd crd xx crd n1 vvz c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2751 | and vers. 35. only two: and chap. 3. 32. No man received his testimony. | and vers. 35. only two: and chap. 3. 32. No man received his testimony. | cc zz. crd av-j crd: cc n1 crd crd dx n1 vvd po31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2752 | This is (Beloved) the great sin and cause of all the rest, if they had known they would not have crucified the Lord of Glory. | This is (beloved) the great since and cause of all the rest, if they had known they would not have Crucified the Lord of Glory. | d vbz (j-vvn) dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1, cs pns32 vhd vvn pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2753 | Christ is not seen, hence not thought of, hence not esteemed; hence men boast not in him: | christ is not seen, hence not Thought of, hence not esteemed; hence men boast not in him: | np1 vbz xx vvn, av xx vvn pp-f, av xx vvn; av n2 vvb xx p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 81 |
2754 | Nay 'tis the great plague under meanes, that in seeing they see no•. | Nay it's the great plague under means, that in seeing they see no•. | uh pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2, cst p-acp vvg pns32 vvb n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 82 |
2755 | Lord how long: You say Christ never so clearly seen, true, but thou in seeing maist not see; | Lord how long: You say christ never so clearly seen, true, but thou in seeing Mayest not see; | n1 c-crq j: pn22 vvb np1 av-x av av-j vvn, j, cc-acp pns21 p-acp vvg vm2 xx vvi; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 82 |
2756 | and if it be thus, then look for ruine, Isai. 6. 9, 10, 11, 12. We say Christians want not light, but life and affections. | and if it be thus, then look for ruin, Isaiah 6. 9, 10, 11, 12. We say Christians want not Light, but life and affections. | cc cs pn31 vbb av, av vvb p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd pns12 vvb njpg2 vvi xx j, cc-acp n1 cc n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 82 |
2757 | Oh begg for light that will bring affections, else all affections will dry up if not fed with this Spring, Iohn 5. 37. What people had such means as they, | O beg for Light that will bring affections, Else all affections will dry up if not fed with this Spring, John 5. 37. What people had such means as they, | uh vvb p-acp n1 cst vmb vvi n2, av d n2 vmb vvi a-acp cs xx vvn p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd q-crq n1 vhd d n2 c-acp pns32, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 82 |
2758 | yet they not eyes to see? 4. Those that do not close with the bare fancy of Christ, but with himself; | yet they not eyes to see? 4. Those that do not close with the bore fancy of christ, but with himself; | av pns32 xx n2 pc-acp vvi? crd d cst vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp p-acp px31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 459 | Page 82 |
2759 | but 'tis not for himself, and for his holinesse, but only for his peace, and consolations, and joyes. | but it's not for himself, and for his holiness, but only for his peace, and consolations, and Joys. | cc-acp pn31|vbz xx p-acp px31, cc p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp av-j c-acp po31 n1, cc n2, cc n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2760 | Like a sick woman that comes to the Physitian, not to marry her, but to heal her, cure her, and so comfort her. | Like a sick woman that comes to the physician, not to marry her, but to heal her, cure her, and so Comfort her. | j dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31, vvb pno31, cc av vvb pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2761 | Or if she doth come to marry him, 'tis only to satisfie her lust, or to save her from trouble, &c. In a word, they receive Christ, that he may give contentment to them, | Or if she does come to marry him, it's only to satisfy her lust, or to save her from trouble, etc. In a word, they receive christ, that he may give contentment to them, | cc cs pns31 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi pno31, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, av p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb np1, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno32, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2762 | and not that hereby they may also give contentment unto him. They close with Christ to make them happy, not to make them holy; | and not that hereby they may also give contentment unto him. They close with christ to make them happy, not to make them holy; | cc xx cst av pns32 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp pno31. pns32 vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 j, xx pc-acp vvi pno32 j; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2763 | But they thus closing with him, think they have him, and hence rejoyce exceedingly, and hence have a love to him, | But they thus closing with him, think they have him, and hence rejoice exceedingly, and hence have a love to him, | cc-acp pns32 av vvg p-acp pno31, vvb pns32 vhb pno31, cc av vvb av-vvg, cc av vhb dt n1 p-acp pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2764 | and hence some kind of communion with him, and hence think they are espoused to him, | and hence Some kind of communion with him, and hence think they Are espoused to him, | cc av d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc av vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2765 | and more familiar with him than others, and hence veri•y look with these five foolish Virgins to embrace the Bride-groom: | and more familiar with him than Others, and hence veri•y look with these five foolish Virgins to embrace the Bridegroom: | cc av-dc j-jn p-acp pno31 cs n2-jn, cc av vmb vvi p-acp d crd j ng1 pc-acp vvi dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2766 | That look as a Saint from a false apprehension of Christ, to be none of his, may be very •ad, lose his joy, | That look as a Saint from a false apprehension of christ, to be none of his, may be very •ad, loose his joy, | d vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi pix pp-f png31, vmb vbi av j, vvb po31 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2767 | nay his very love, in the act of it, nay his communion and boldnesse to go to him, nay his expectation of him; | nay his very love, in the act of it, nay his communion and boldness to go to him, nay his expectation of him; | uh-x po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, uh-x po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, uh-x po31 n1 pp-f pno31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2768 | so from a false conceit that Christ is mine, è contra. Thus a man is grievously troubled with the sight of Gods anger, | so from a false conceit that christ is mine, è contra. Thus a man is grievously troubled with the sighed of God's anger, | av p-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vbz png11, fw-la fw-la. av dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2769 | and with horror, and useth all means, at last he sees only Christ can do it, | and with horror, and uses all means, At last he sees only christ can do it, | cc p-acp n1, cc vvz d n2, p-acp ord pns31 vvz av-j np1 vmb vdi pn31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2770 | and hence seeks for and prizeth his love (for his one ease) for as horror may be his greatest evil, | and hence seeks for and prizeth his love (for his one ease) for as horror may be his greatest evil, | cc av vvz p-acp cc vvz po31 n1 (c-acp po31 crd n1) p-acp c-acp n1 vmb vbi po31 js j-jn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2771 | so love to ease him, may be his greatest good: At last he is fully perswaded. | so love to ease him, may be his greatest good: At last he is Fully persuaded. | av vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, vmb vbi po31 js j: p-acp ord pns31 vbz av-j vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2772 | How? By any work or word? No, but God hath perswaded, and its now sealed, hence joy. | How? By any work or word? No, but God hath persuaded, and its now sealed, hence joy. | q-crq? p-acp d n1 cc n1? uh-dx, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn, cc pn31|vbz av vvn, av n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2773 | But now there is matter of more trouble, holinesse, and close walking with Christ, this is troublesome, he cares not for Christ, to help him here; | But now there is matter of more trouble, holiness, and close walking with christ, this is troublesome, he Cares not for christ, to help him Here; | p-acp av pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f dc n1, n1, cc av-j vvg p-acp np1, d vbz j, pns31 vvz xx p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 av; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2774 | but deviseth how to keep Christ and joy without holinesse. | but devises how to keep christ and joy without holiness. | cc-acp vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi np1 cc n1 p-acp n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2775 | Hence let a world of sin lie upon them, they be not troubled with that, they look up to Christ; | Hence let a world of since lie upon them, they be not troubled with that, they look up to christ; | av vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp pno32, pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp d, pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp np1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2776 | or if they see and be troubled at it, they take it as a burden, not as the greatest burden. | or if they see and be troubled At it, they take it as a burden, not as the greatest burden. | cc cs pns32 vvb cc vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt js n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2777 | Hence (say men) you must not judge of your estate by any thing or qualification you feel in your self, | Hence (say men) you must not judge of your estate by any thing or qualification you feel in your self, | av (vvi n2) pn22 vmb xx vvi pp-f po22 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2778 | for these may fail your eye-sight in misty times (But we must follow it then, | for these may fail your eyesight in misty times (But we must follow it then, | p-acp d vmb vvi po22 n1 p-acp j n2 (cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2779 | and not rest till we see and find it, for without holinesse no man shall see God ) Hence also let there be never so many falls, | and not rest till we see and find it, for without holiness no man shall see God) Hence also let there be never so many falls, | cc xx vvi c-acp pns12 vvb cc vvi pn31, c-acp p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi np1) av av vvb pc-acp vbi av-x av d n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2780 | yet say they, never call your state into question, hence they professe, we cannot move till we be moved, | yet say they, never call your state into question, hence they profess, we cannot move till we be moved, | av vvb pns32, av-x vvb po22 n1 p-acp n1, av pns32 vvb, pns12 vmbx vvi c-acp pns12 vbb vvn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2781 | and if I do not, it is not my fault. Hence if Ministers do preach any things which are not about the person of Christ, | and if I do not, it is not my fault. Hence if Ministers do preach any things which Are not about the person of christ, | cc cs pns11 vdb xx, pn31 vbz xx po11 n1. av cs n2 vdb vvi d n2 r-crq vbr xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2782 | or the excellency of a Christian in Christ, or the emptinesse of the creature to prepare for Christ, (which are indeed of great use) and presse to any work or service of Christ, they are Legal Preachers, | or the excellency of a Christian in christ, or the emptiness of the creature to prepare for christ, (which Are indeed of great use) and press to any work or service of christ, they Are Legal Preachers, | cc dt n1 pp-f dt njp p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (r-crq vbr av pp-f j n1) cc vvb p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr j n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2783 | and bring people under a Covenant of works. | and bring people under a Covenant of works. | cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2784 | Whereas if we preach duties, and leave them as signs, before being in Christ, they are so, | Whereas if we preach duties, and leave them as Signs, before being in christ, they Are so, | cs cs pns12 vvb n2, cc vvi pno32 c-acp n2, c-acp vbg p-acp np1, pns32 vbr av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2785 | but •ere to preach any duty of the Law, is part of the sweet will of Christ. | but •ere to preach any duty of the Law, is part of the sweet will of christ. | cc-acp av pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2786 | Tell us (say they) what we should do. What can a man do? He can do all things through Christ: | Tell us (say they) what we should do. What can a man do? He can do all things through christ: | vvb pno12 (vvb pns32) r-crq pns12 vmd vdi. q-crq vmb dt n1 vdb? pns31 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2787 | True, but Christ must come to act it. | True, but christ must come to act it. | j, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2788 | Ye•, But he hath a Faith to fetch it, 1 Iohn 1. 6. many said they had communion with him, 1 Iohn 2. 3, 4. It seems, they said they had no sin, as now some say, God sees no sin in justified people, God looks to the new creature only, 'tis not I but sin: | Ye•, But he hath a Faith to fetch it, 1 John 1. 6. many said they had communion with him, 1 John 2. 3, 4. It seems, they said they had no since, as now Some say, God sees no since in justified people, God looks to the new creature only, it's not I but since: | np1, cc-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, crd np1 crd crd d vvd pns32 vhd n1 p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd, crd pn31 vvz, pns32 vvd pns32 vhd dx n1, c-acp av d vvb, np1 vvz dx n1 p-acp vvn n1, np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 av-j, pn31|vbz xx pns11 p-acp n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2789 | if the Spirit help not, 'tis not my fault. | if the Spirit help not, it's not my fault. | cs dt n1 vvb xx, pn31|vbz xx po11 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2790 | Not many dayes since it did lye upon the spirit of one, who seeing Christ hath undertaken all, closed with him, rejoyced in him, not for this end, not from the beauty they saw in holiness, | Not many days since it did lie upon the Spirit of one, who seeing christ hath undertaken all, closed with him, rejoiced in him, not for this end, not from the beauty they saw in holiness, | xx d n2 c-acp pn31 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd, r-crq vvg np1 vhz vvn d, vvn p-acp pno31, vvd p-acp pno31, xx p-acp d n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2791 | nor bitterness of •infulness, but because they should be eased of the work. | nor bitterness of •infulness, but Because they should be eased of the work. | ccx n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vmd vbi vvn pp-f dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2792 | I have known them that have lived in some sin, and promised the Lord shall be blessed if he save them in their sin, | I have known them that have lived in Some since, and promised the Lord shall be blessed if he save them in their since, | pns11 vhb vvn pno32 cst vhb vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvd dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cs pns31 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2793 | and conceiting he would, have loved him; thus these. | and Conceit he would, have loved him; thus these. | cc vvg pns31 vmd, vhb vvn pno31; av d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 82 |
2794 | In a word, the soul of man desires rest and peace, seeks for it in Creatures, seeks to satisfie it self there, there it cannot; | In a word, the soul of man Desires rest and peace, seeks for it in Creatures, seeks to satisfy it self there, there it cannot; | p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 cc n1, vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp n2, vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 a-acp, a-acp pn31 vmbx; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2795 | hence seeks for it (as many dying men do) in Christ, not in the Grace, | hence seeks for it (as many dying men do) in christ, not in the Grace, | av vvz p-acp pn31 (c-acp d j-vvg n2 vdb) p-acp np1, xx p-acp dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2796 | but in the joy of Christ; not in Christs holy presence, but in his comforting presence; | but in the joy of christ; not in Christ holy presence, but in his comforting presence; | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; xx p-acp npg1 j n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 j-vvg n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2797 | seeking the utmost perfection of a Christian in the seale of the Spirit, not in the mighty actings of the Spirit for God. | seeking the utmost perfection of a Christian in the seal of the Spirit, not in the mighty actings of the Spirit for God. | vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt njp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx p-acp dt j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2798 | Hence he is delude•, and fancies he hath Christ, and hence joy. | Hence he is delude•, and fancies he hath christ, and hence joy. | av pns31 vbz n1, cc n2 pns31 vhz np1, cc av n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2799 | Sin is the great evill, hence the end of Christs coming is to take it away. | since is the great evil, hence the end of Christ coming is to take it away. | n1 vbz dt j n-jn, av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2800 | Hence if a man close with Christ, to remove horror, not sin, and so hath not closed with him for his holiness, you never closed with Christ for the end of his coming, | Hence if a man close with christ, to remove horror, not since, and so hath not closed with him for his holiness, you never closed with christ for the end of his coming, | av cs dt n1 av-j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi n1, xx n1, cc av vhz xx vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pn22 av-x vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2801 | nor for his, but only for your own ends, and so 'tis not him, but his, 2 Cor. 2. 15. The Gospel is a savour to them that perish, if of Death to death. | nor for his, but only for your own ends, and so it's not him, but his, 2 Cor. 2. 15. The Gospel is a savour to them that perish, if of Death to death. | ccx p-acp po31, cc-acp av-j c-acp po22 d n2, cc av pn31|vbz xx pno31, cc-acp png31, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb, cs pp-f n1 p-acp n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2802 | Oh consider of these things if it be not thus. 1 Iohn 5. 11, 12. Hast the Son for thy portion? Dost see his Glory full of Grace to accept and sanctifie thee, thou hast life: | O Consider of these things if it be not thus. 1 John 5. 11, 12. Hast the Son for thy portion? Dost see his Glory full of Grace to accept and sanctify thee, thou hast life: | uh vvb pp-f d n2 cs pn31 vbb xx av. crd np1 crd crd, crd vh2 dt n1 p-acp po21 n1? vd2 vvi po31 n1 j pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21, pns21 vh2 n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2803 | if not the Son, but only so•ething from him, Oh death and not life! | if not the Son, but only so•ething from him, O death and not life! | cs xx dt n1, cc-acp av-j vvg p-acp pno31, uh n1 cc xx n1! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2804 | the bonds of Death (not life) are upon thee, which no creature can unloose unlesse the Lord come to they Grave-side and unloose thee. SECT. VIII. TO close with the Person of the Lord Jesus: | the bonds of Death (not life) Are upon thee, which no creature can unloose unless the Lord come to they grave-side and unloose thee. SECT. VIII. TO close with the Person of the Lord jesus: | dt n2 pp-f n1 (xx n1) vbr p-acp pno21, r-crq dx n1 vmb vvi cs dt n1 vvb p-acp pns32 n1 cc vvb pno21. n1. np1. p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 460 | Page 83 |
2805 | you will think this is not a right course thus to do. We cannot do it. | pn22 vmb vvi d vbz xx dt j-jn n1 av pc-acp vdi. pns12 vmbx vdi pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 461 | Page 83 | |
2806 | Answ. Yet the Gospel hath commands and entreaties wherewith Christs Spirit goes to the Elect; and if you could see Christ in the mini••ry of man, you should feel it; | Answer Yet the Gospel hath commands and entreaties wherewith Christ Spirit Goes to the Elect; and if you could see christ in the mini••ry of man, you should feel it; | np1 av dt n1 vhz n2 cc n2 c-crq npg1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1; cc cs pn22 vmd vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vmd vvi pn31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 461 | Page 83 |
2807 | And hence we look it should be so: | And hence we look it should be so: | cc av pns12 vvb pn31 vmd vbi av: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 461 | Page 83 |
2808 | and besides, Saints that have Faith and power, are quickened by the voice of the Son of God. Consider therefore, | and beside, Saints that have Faith and power, Are quickened by the voice of the Son of God. Consider Therefore, | cc a-acp, n2 cst vhb n1 cc n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 461 | Page 83 |
2809 | 1. All men are fallen into a bottomless gulf of misery and sin, though once righteous. | 1. All men Are fallen into a bottomless gulf of misery and since, though once righteous. | crd av-d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cs a-acp j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2810 | Hence Gods truth having said, he that sins shall dye: | Hence God's truth having said, he that Sins shall die: | av npg1 n1 vhg vvn, pns31 cst n2 vmb vvi: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2811 | hence justice comes out to do execution, and when the neck of all men thus lies on the block, | hence Justice comes out to do execution, and when the neck of all men thus lies on the block, | av n1 vvz av pc-acp vdi n1, cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n2 av vvz p-acp dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2812 | yet mercy pities, and saith, Oh spare, save! Satisfie me saith justice, then I will: | yet mercy pities, and Says, O spare, save! Satisfy me Says Justice, then I will: | av n1 vvz, cc vvz, uh vvb, vvb! vvb pno11 vvz n1, cs pns11 vmb: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2813 | hence mercy sends forth a Son, when no men nor Angels could help, and he takes flesh, takes all their sin, fulfills all righteousness, bears their sorrows, | hence mercy sends forth a Son, when no men nor Angels could help, and he Takes Flesh, Takes all their since, fulfils all righteousness, bears their sorrows, | av n1 vvz av dt n1, c-crq dx n2 ccx n2 vmd vvi, cc pns31 vvz n1, vvz d po32 n1, vvz d n1, vvz po32 n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2814 | and by one offering perfects for ever them that are sanctified; | and by one offering perfects for ever them that Are sanctified; | cc p-acp crd n1 vvz p-acp av pno32 cst vbr vvn; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2815 | and having done this, is now at the right hand of God in the Glory of his Father, all creatures subject to him, all excellencies being met together in him: | and having done this, is now At the right hand of God in the Glory of his Father, all creatures Subject to him, all excellencies being met together in him: | cc vhg vdn d, vbz av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, d n2 j-jn p-acp pno31, d n2 vbg vvn av p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2816 | so that now he is the delight of •od, the joy of Heaven; | so that now he is the delight of •od, the joy of Heaven; | av cst av pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2817 | so that whatsoever thou canst want, or losest, if thou hadst him, thou shalt find it in him: | so that whatsoever thou Canst want, or losest, if thou Hadst him, thou shalt find it in him: | av cst r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi, cc vv2, cs pns21 vhd2 pno31, pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2818 | and also whatever he can do for thee, in his time thou shalt receive it from him, Deut. 33. 26, 29. Who is like the God of Iesurun. | and also whatever he can do for thee, in his time thou shalt receive it from him, Deuteronomy 33. 26, 29. Who is like the God of Jesurun. | cc av r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno21, p-acp po31 n1 pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 462 | Page 83 |
2819 | 2. Now there is a universal offer to all people where the Gospel comes; enemies are entreated to be reconciled; | 2. Now there is a universal offer to all people where the Gospel comes; enemies Are entreated to be reconciled; | crd av a-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz; n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 463 | Page 83 |
2820 | for though he hath not dyed for all, yet now being King, such is his excellency, that he is worthy of all: | for though he hath not died for all, yet now being King, such is his excellency, that he is worthy of all: | c-acp cs pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp d, av av vbg n1, d vbz po31 n1, cst pns31 vbz j pp-f d: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 463 | Page 83 |
2821 | Hence commands all to receive him: | Hence commands all to receive him: | av vvz d pc-acp vvi pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 463 | Page 83 |
2822 | and if this be a condemning sin to reject him, 'tis then a command lies upon you to receive him, | and if this be a condemning since to reject him, it's then a command lies upon you to receive him, | cc cs d vbb dt vvg n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pn31|vbz av dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 463 | Page 83 |
2823 | and the foundation of this offer is your wants and miseries. You are dead, Oh come to him therefore for life; | and the Foundation of this offer is your Wants and misery's. You Are dead, O come to him Therefore for life; | cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz po22 n2 cc n2. pn22 vbr j, uh vvb p-acp pno31 av p-acp n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 463 | Page 83 |
2824 | weak, guilty, blind, Oh therefore come to him for pardon, peace, and life. Not fulness, nothing but emptiness is the ground of this offer, Ier. 3. 22. 3. Hence there is nothing on Gods part, nor yet on your part that can keep you from him. | weak, guilty, blind, O Therefore come to him for pardon, peace, and life. Not fullness, nothing but emptiness is the ground of this offer, Jeremiah 3. 22. 3. Hence there is nothing on God's part, nor yet on your part that can keep you from him. | j, j, j, uh av vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1. xx n1, pix cc-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd crd av a-acp vbz pix p-acp ng1 n1, ccx av p-acp po22 n1 cst vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 463 | Page 83 |
2825 | No sins, no wants, unless it be your will, Mat. 23. 37. Therefore now who-ever will shall have him, let him take him, Rev. 22. 17. There be two acts of the Will, Election and Resolution, I must have him, which if you will, nothing that ever thou didst or canst do can please the Father so much: | No Sins, no Wants, unless it be your will, Mathew 23. 37. Therefore now whoever will shall have him, let him take him, Rev. 22. 17. There be two acts of the Will, Election and Resolution, I must have him, which if you will, nothing that ever thou didst or Canst do can please the Father so much: | uh-dx n2, dx n2, cs pn31 vbb po22 vmb, np1 crd crd av av j n1 vmb vhi pno31, vvb pno31 vvi pno31, n1 crd crd pc-acp vbi crd n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc n1, pns11 vmb vhi pno31, r-crq cs pn22 vmb, pix cst av pns21 vdd2 cc vm2 vdb vmb vvi dt n1 av av-d: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 464 | Page 83 |
2826 | so that he will 1. Adopt thee to be his Son, Iohn 1. 12. As è contra. 2. Thou shalt enrich thy self with a greater blessing than if Heaven, | so that he will 1. Adopt thee to be his Son, John 1. 12. As è contra. 2. Thou shalt enrich thy self with a greater blessing than if Heaven, | av cst pns31 vmb crd vvi pno21 pc-acp vbi po31 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp fw-la fw-la. crd pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt jc n1 cs cs n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 464 | Page 83 |
2827 | and Earth, and all glory was put into thy hand, as the Lord himself is better than all; | and Earth, and all glory was put into thy hand, as the Lord himself is better than all; | cc n1, cc d n1 vbds vvn p-acp po21 n1, c-acp dt n1 px31 vbz jc cs d; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 464 | Page 84 |
2828 | and hence once thine, ever thine, none shall pull thee out of his hand, 2 Pet. 1. 5. And it shall rejoyce the heart of Christ himself in Heaven, | and hence once thine, ever thine, none shall pull thee out of his hand, 2 Pet. 1. 5. And it shall rejoice the heart of christ himself in Heaven, | cc av c-acp png21, av png21, pix vmb vvi pno21 av pp-f po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd cc pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 px31 p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 464 | Page 84 |
2829 | when as his Bride thou givest to him thy good will, Isai. 62. 5. And if you do not kiss the Son he will be angry, Psalm 2. And God knows whether now the last word, the last offer is to be made to thee. | when as his Bride thou givest to him thy good will, Isaiah 62. 5. And if you do not kiss the Son he will be angry, Psalm 2. And God knows whither now the last word, the last offer is to be made to thee. | c-crq c-acp po31 n1 pns21 vv2 p-acp pno31 po21 j n1, np1 crd crd cc cs pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pns31 vmb vbi j, n1 crd cc np1 vvz c-crq av dt ord n1, dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno21. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 464 | Page 84 |
2830 | But I find such sins in me, |
But I find such Sins in me, that till they Are gone I Dare not. Then you will First remove since, and After receive christ: | cc-acp pns11 vvb d n2 p-acp pno11, d c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pns11 vvb xx. av pn22 vmb ord vvi n1, cc p-acp vvi np1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 465 | Page 84 |
2831 | first be your own saviours, and then make him another: you shall never do it. Oh close with him to take sin away, because sick, therefore receive him. | First be your own Saviors, and then make him Another: you shall never do it. O close with him to take since away, Because sick, Therefore receive him. | ord vbi po22 d n2, cc av vvb pno31 j-jn: pn22 vmb av-x vdi pn31. uh j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 av, c-acp j, av vvb pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 466 | Page 84 |
2832 | But I have no will, my heart is endeared to my sin. | But I have no will, my heart is endeared to my since. | cc-acp pns11 vhb dx n1, po11 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po11 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 467 | Page 84 |
2833 | Therefore resign up thy self to him to give thee a will, |
Therefore resign up thy self to him to give thee a will, (put it into his hand as bad as it is, this is Spouse-like) and to take away that will to since, | av vvi a-acp po21 n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno21 dt n1, (vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp j c-acp pn31 vbz, d vbz j) cc pc-acp vvi av cst vmb p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 468 | Page 84 |
2834 | so thou shalt have him, I am my Beloveds, he is mine: | so thou shalt have him, I am my Beloveds, he is mine: | av pns21 vm2 vhi pno31, pns11 vbm po11 ng1-vvn, pns31 vbz png11: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 468 | Page 84 |
2835 | For the Father looks to the Law, and saith, Sinner if thou believe thou shalt be saved; | For the Father looks to the Law, and Says, Sinner if thou believe thou shalt be saved; | p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz, n1 cs pns21 vvb pns21 vm2 vbi vvn; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 468 | Page 84 |
2836 | now lie under the Spirit, and you are where you should be; resist here, you resist the Holy Ghost. Oh but sin is dear. | now lie under the Spirit, and you Are where you should be; resist Here, you resist the Holy Ghost. O but since is dear. | av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc pn22 vbr c-crq pn22 vmd vbi; vvb av, pn22 vvb dt j n1. uh p-acp n1 vbz j-jn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 468 | Page 84 |
2837 | Consider, 1. What good did it ever do thee. 2. Hath Christ shed his Blood or no, | Consider, 1. What good did it ever do thee. 2. Hath christ shed his Blood or no, | np1, crd q-crq av-j vdd pn31 av vvz pno21. crd vhz np1 vvn po31 n1 cc uh-dx, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 468 | Page 84 |
2839 | if he hath, Oh wilt thou offer this wrong to his Blood, that a Lust shall be dearer than it, thy bloody Knives dearer than the life, | if he hath, O wilt thou offer this wrong to his Blood, that a Lust shall be Dearer than it, thy bloody Knives Dearer than the life, | cs pns31 vhz, uh vm2 pns21 vvi d n-jn p-acp po31 n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi jc-jn cs pn31, po21 j ng1 jc-jn cs dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 468 | Page 84 |
2840 | and death, and mercy of a Son: | and death, and mercy of a Son: | cc n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 468 | Page 84 |
2841 | Oh therefore if any Soul hath any lust dear, I beseech you by all the bitter sorrows of Christ, not to reject so great salvation. | O Therefore if any Soul hath any lust dear, I beseech you by all the bitter sorrows of christ, not to reject so great salvation. | uh av cs d n1 vhz d n1 j-jn, pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f np1, xx pc-acp vvi av j n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 468 | Page 84 |
2842 | But must I receiv• Christ with my own strength? | But must I receiv• christ with my own strength? | cc-acp vmb pns11 n1 np1 p-acp po11 d n1? | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 469 | Page 84 |
2843 | No, |
No, you cannot, nor ought not, but if the Lord puts strength in thee, put it• forth. | uh-dx, pn22 vmbx, ccx vmd xx, cc-acp cs dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno21, vvb n1 av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 470 | Page 84 |
2844 | Many followed christ for loaves, but none that ever Come to him for himself that ever he put away, Psalm 81. 11, 12, 13. I showed much love, but they would none of me; O that they had harkened. | d vvd np1 p-acp n2, cc-acp pi cst av vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp px31 cst av pns31 vvd av, n1 crd crd, crd, crd pns11 vvd d n1, cc-acp pns32 vmd pi pp-f pno11; uh cst pns32 vhd vvn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 470 | Page 84 | |
2845 | At this instant God may give thee a heart. | At this instant God may give thee a heart. | p-acp d j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno21 dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 470 | Page 84 |
2846 | But I fear I shall never get my sins removed that I feel, |
But I Fear I shall never get my Sins removed that I feel, which I think cannot stand with Grace. | cc-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vmb av-x vvi po11 n2 vvd cst pns11 vvb, r-crq pns11 vvb vmbx vvi p-acp n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 471 | Page 84 |
2847 | Gods Promise and Reason is cross to thy fears; | God's Promise and Reason is cross to thy fears; | npg1 n1 cc n1 vbz j p-acp po21 n2; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 472 | Page 84 |
2848 | if a Son, |
if a Son, all things also though many Years hence, Rom. 8. 32. If not by receiving, is i• by rejecting that thou shalt attain thy end? It's true, thou hast fallen off by thy since from christ, | cs dt n1, d n2 av c-acp d n2 av, np1 crd crd cs xx p-acp vvg, vbz n1 p-acp vvg cst pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1? pn31|vbz j, pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp p-acp po21 n1 p-acp np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 472 | Page 84 |
2849 | because thy falls have made thee fall off by unbelief from him, and made thee say, either I do not believe, | Because thy falls have made thee fallen off by unbelief from him, and made thee say, either I do not believe, | c-acp po21 n2 vhb vvn pno21 vvb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno21 vvi, av-d pns11 vdb xx vvi, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 472 | Page 84 |
2850 | or the Lord intends no good to me: you have had no strength, because not satisfied with meat. But I may presume. | or the Lord intends no good to me: you have had no strength, Because not satisfied with meat. But I may presume. | cc dt n1 vvz dx j p-acp pno11: pn22 vhb vhn dx n1, c-acp xx vvn p-acp n1. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 472 | Page 84 |
2851 | Is it presumption to honour christ, and to have him honoured in thee? No, Dost think if the Lord shall After all thy Sins, | vbz pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vhi pno31 vvn p-acp pno21? uh-dx, vd2 vvi cs dt n1 vmb p-acp d po21 n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 474 | Page 84 | |
2852 | and in the midst of all thy miseries give thee Christ, shall he not be honoured by this? yes, who can ever have such cause to love him as I? Shall not thy receiving of him by Faith honour him? yes, Rom. 4. 20. Canst dishonour him so much as by rejecting him? when he hath laid down his life, shewed his love, offers himself; | and in the midst of all thy misery's give thee christ, shall he not be honoured by this? yes, who can ever have such cause to love him as I? Shall not thy receiving of him by Faith honour him? yes, Rom. 4. 20. Canst dishonour him so much as by rejecting him? when he hath laid down his life, showed his love, offers himself; | cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po21 n2 vvb pno21 np1, vmb pns31 xx vbi vvn p-acp d? uh, q-crq vmb av vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 c-acp pns11? vmb xx po21 n-vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp n1 vvi pno31? uh, np1 crd crd vm2 vvi pno31 av av-d c-acp p-acp vvg pno31? c-crq pns31 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1, vvd po31 n1, vvz px31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 474 | Page 84 |
2853 | now to reject him, 'tis to offer greatest contempt to him and his love that can be: | now to reject him, it's to offer greatest contempt to him and his love that can be: | av pc-acp vvi pno31, pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi js n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1 cst vmb vbi: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 474 | Page 84 |
2854 | hence can you honour him so much as by this? Do never so much without him, he is unsatisfied: do this, he is well-pleased. | hence can you honour him so much as by this? Do never so much without him, he is unsatisfied: do this, he is well-pleased. | av vmb pn22 vvi pno31 av av-d c-acp p-acp d? vdb av av av-d p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz j-vvn: vdb d, pns31 vbz j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 474 | Page 84 |
2855 | Nay after all thy sins, yet he saith, Return to me: Nay, nothing else is such a means to honour him, by doing for him. | Nay After all thy Sins, yet he Says, Return to me: Nay, nothing Else is such a means to honour him, by doing for him. | uh-x p-acp d po21 n2, av pns31 vvz, vvb p-acp pno11: uh, pix av vbz d dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp vdg p-acp pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 474 | Page 84 |
2856 | If so, grant thou art vile, unworthy, poor, yet for the honour of the Lord Jesus do it, who is but little honoured in the world, and stand out no longer: | If so, grant thou art vile, unworthy, poor, yet for the honour of the Lord jesus doe it, who is but little honoured in the world, and stand out no longer: | cs av, vvb pns21 vb2r j, j, j, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 n1 pn31, r-crq vbz p-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvb av av-dx av-jc: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 474 | Page 84 |
2857 | thus receive him, and then know it you are Sons, and rejoyce in it, and do it now while the Spirit is upon thee, | thus receive him, and then know it you Are Sons, and rejoice in it, and do it now while the Spirit is upon thee, | av vvb pno31, cc av vvb pn31 pn22 vbr n2, cc vvi p-acp pn31, cc vdb pn31 av cs dt n1 vbz p-acp pno21, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 474 | Page 84 |
2859 | see how happy is thy choice: But Lord who hath believed our Report! How may the Soul come to close with the person of the Lord Iesus? |
see how happy is thy choice: But Lord who hath believed our Report! How may the Soul come to close with the person of the Lord Iesus? | vvb c-crq j vbz po21 n1: cc-acp n1 r-crq vhz vvn po12 n1! q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1? | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 474 | Page 84 |
2860 | 1. Before any man can close, |
1. Before any man can close, i. e. see and say he does close with the Lord as his own, he must feel a want of the Lord and his presence, not only of his comforting, | crd p-acp d n1 vmb vvi, sy. sy. vvb cc vvb pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 d, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n1, xx av-j pp-f po31 vvg, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2861 | but of his holy presence, for some people there be that never felt a want of Christ at all, they are great and grievous sinners, | but of his holy presence, for Some people there be that never felt a want of christ At all, they Are great and grievous Sinners, | cc-acp pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi d av vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d, pns32 vbr j cc j n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2862 | but they trust to Christ, and though he kill them, yet they will trust to him: | but they trust to christ, and though he kill them, yet they will trust to him: | cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc cs pns31 vvb pno32, av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2863 | others are in misery, and they feel a want of redemption, and hence close with Christ for that, Psalm 78. 35. O•hers are in horror, | Others Are in misery, and they feel a want of redemption, and hence close with christ for that, Psalm 78. 35. O•hers Are in horror, | ng2-jn vbr p-acp n1, cc pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av av-j p-acp np1 p-acp d, n1 crd crd ng1 vbr p-acp n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2864 | and know not what to do, and they feel a want of the comforts of Christ, | and know not what to do, and they feel a want of the comforts of christ, | cc vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, cc pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2865 | and hence close with Christ for that, and if they find it they depart from Christ by looseness of life, | and hence close with christ for that, and if they find it they depart from christ by looseness of life, | cc av av-j p-acp np1 p-acp d, cc cs pns32 vvb pn31 pns32 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2866 | if not by despair of heart, as Saul, 1 Sam. 28. God answers me not by Urim, &c. Others feel a want of some righteousness from Christ, the having of which supports and sustains them without Christ, till with the Prodigal, | if not by despair of heart, as Saul, 1 Sam. 28. God answers me not by Urim, etc. Others feel a want of Some righteousness from christ, the having of which supports and sustains them without christ, till with the Prodigal, | cs xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp np1, crd np1 crd np1 vvz pno11 xx p-acp np1, av ng2-jn vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, dt vhg pp-f r-crq vvz cc vvz pno32 p-acp np1, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2867 | when all is spent, then they think of Bread at home, and the want of which makes them to have lesse esteem of, | when all is spent, then they think of Bred At home, and the want of which makes them to have less esteem of, | c-crq d vbz vvn, cs pns32 vvb pp-f n1 p-acp n1-an, cc dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvz pno32 pc-acp vhi dc n1 pp-f, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2868 | and desire after Christ, but they are full of Objections against the thoughts of closing with him, | and desire After christ, but they Are full of Objections against the thoughts of closing with him, | cc vvb p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg p-acp pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2869 | but hence they close with Christ for that. | but hence they close with christ for that. | cc-acp av pns32 av-j p-acp np1 p-acp d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2870 | Others there are that feel a want of the Lord himself, and hence close with him for himself; | Others there Are that feel a want of the Lord himself, and hence close with him for himself; | n2-jn pc-acp vbr cst vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 px31, cc av av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp px31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2871 | so that let a man have all blessings in the world, the purity of Ordinances, never so many illapses, | so that let a man have all blessings in the world, the purity of Ordinances, never so many illapses, | av cst vvb dt n1 vhb d n2 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, av-x av d n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2872 | and droppings of divine light, and life, and comfort in these Ordinances, that he wonders the Lord should be so good to him, | and droppings of divine Light, and life, and Comfort in these Ordinances, that he wonders the Lord should be so good to him, | cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc n1, cc vvi p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vvz dt n1 vmd vbi av j p-acp pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2873 | yet he shall find (if right) his soul secretly unquiet and unsatisfied till he hath the Lord himself. | yet he shall find (if right) his soul secretly unquiet and unsatisfied till he hath the Lord himself. | av pns31 vmb vvi (cs av-jn) po31 n1 av-jn j cc j-vvn c-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 px31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2874 | As the savour of meat makes a man that wants it, cry the more after it, long the more for it; | As the savour of meat makes a man that Wants it, cry the more After it, long the more for it; | p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 cst vvz pn31, vvb dt av-dc p-acp pn31, av-j dt av-dc p-acp pn31; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2875 | so the savour and sweet of all creatures, all Ordinances, all Duties, do not stay, | so the savour and sweet of all creatures, all Ordinances, all Duties, do not stay, | av dt n1 cc j pp-f d n2, d n2, d n2, vdb xx vvi, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2876 | but stir up the soul to seek Christ, when he is himself, Ier. 50. 4. They shall seek the Lord weeping. | but stir up the soul to seek christ, when he is himself, Jeremiah 50. 4. They shall seek the Lord weeping. | cc-acp vvb a-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, c-crq pns31 vbz px31, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 vvg. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2877 | Hence first they felt a want of him. The full soul loaths the honey-comb. | Hence First they felt a want of him. The full soul Loathes the honeycomb. | av ord pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f pno31. dt j n1 vvz dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2901 | worse than Saul, he went to Urim, and lamented in great distresse, He answers me not! Oh you feel no distresse, | Worse than Saul, he went to Urim, and lamented in great distress, He answers me not! O you feel no distress, | jc cs np1, pns31 vvd p-acp np1, cc vvd p-acp j n1, pns31 vvz pno11 xx! uh pn22 vvb dx n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2878 | Let the Lord be never so sweet, let him do them never so much good, the more good he doth them, the lesse they regard him, Ier. 2. 6. They said not where is the Lord? Therefore that soul that truly closeth with the Lord, must first feel a want of the Lord, | Let the Lord be never so sweet, let him do them never so much good, the more good he does them, the less they regard him, Jeremiah 2. 6. They said not where is the Lord? Therefore that soul that truly closeth with the Lord, must First feel a want of the Lord, | vvb dt n1 vbb av-x av j, vvb pno31 vdi pno32 av av av-d j, dt av-dc j pns31 vdz pno32, dt av-dc pns32 vvb pno31, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd xx q-crq vbz dt n1? av cst n1 cst av-j vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb ord vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2879 | and say these Ordinances are not bread, these creatures are not bread, all these parts, gifts, duties are not bread, bran, not bread. | and say these Ordinances Are not bred, these creatures Are not bred, all these parts, Gifts, duties Are not bred, bran, not bred. | cc vvb d n2 vbr xx n1, d n2 vbr xx n1, d d n2, n2, n2 vbr xx n1, n1, xx n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2880 | All this savour, this sweetnesse 'tis not bread. | All this savour, this sweetness it's not bred. | av-d d n1, d n1 pn31|vbz xx n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2881 | Hence I perish for want of bread, I have creatures, Ordinances, Affections, comforts, Duties, but Oh no Christ. | Hence I perish for want of bred, I have creatures, Ordinances, Affections, comforts, Duties, but O not christ. | av pns11 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vhb n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, cc-acp uh xx np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2882 | Like the Prodigall, Luke 15. 17. Oh therefore do not only see, but feel the want of the Lord Jesus, you that never had him yet; | Like the Prodigal, Lycia 15. 17. O Therefore do not only see, but feel the want of the Lord jesus, you that never had him yet; | j dt n-jn, av crd crd uh av vdb xx av-j vvi, cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, pn22 cst av-x vhd pno31 av; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2883 | nay you that have him, you cannot have more of him, but by feeling more the want of him. | nay you that have him, you cannot have more of him, but by feeling more the want of him. | uh-x pn22 cst vhb pno31, pn22 vmbx vhi n1 pp-f pno31, cc-acp p-acp vvg av-dc dt n1 pp-f pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2884 | Oh it was a marvellous expression of Moses, when the Lord began to grow weary of their company, Exod. 33. 15. If thou goest not with us, carry us not up hence, i. e. | O it was a marvellous expression of Moses, when the Lord began to grow weary of their company, Exod 33. 15. If thou goest not with us, carry us not up hence, i. e. | uh pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi j pp-f po32 n1, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vv2 xx p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 xx a-acp av, uh. sy. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2885 | Let us rather die than live without thee. | Let us rather die than live without thee. | vvb pno12 av-c vvi cs vvi p-acp pno21. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2886 | Mary when Christ was crucified, the carcase of the Lord was gone, she sate there weeping: | Marry when christ was Crucified, the carcase of the Lord was gone, she sat there weeping: | uh c-crq np1 vbds vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd a-acp vvg: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2887 | Oh much more for the Lord himself. Its observed by some for the saddest spectacle, to see a desert Town: | O much more for the Lord himself. Its observed by Some for the Saddest spectacle, to see a desert Town: | uh d n1 p-acp dt n1 px31. pn31 vvd p-acp d c-acp dt js n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2888 | Oh what is it to see a desert heart, where no Christ inhabits? Or a city, and no Inhabitants. | O what is it to see a desert heart, where no christ inhabits? Or a City, and no Inhabitants. | uh q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1, c-crq av-dx np1 vvz? cc dt n1, cc dx n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2889 | And hence its Romes curse, to be made an habitation of devils; so here. | And hence its Romes curse, to be made an habitation of Devils; so Here. | cc av po31 npg1 vvi, pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f n2; av av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2890 | What is Hell, but this, to see not Abraham, but to see Christ afar off? and thy self shut out. | What is Hell, but this, to see not Abraham, but to see christ afar off? and thy self shut out. | q-crq vbz n1, cc-acp d, pc-acp vvi xx np1, p-acp pc-acp vvi np1 av a-acp? cc po21 n1 vvd av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2891 | It may be 'tis no sorrow now, but it will be. | It may be it's no sorrow now, but it will be. | pn31 vmb vbi pn31|vbz dx n1 av, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2892 | Its a sad thing to see a man rise up early, go to bed late, eat the bread of carefulnesse, and yet gain nothing, Phil. 1. 21. This is very sad. | Its a sad thing to see a man rise up early, go to Bed late, eat the bred of carefulness, and yet gain nothing, Philip 1. 21. This is very sad. | pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvi a-acp av-j, vvb p-acp n1 av-j, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvb pix, np1 crd crd d vbz av j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2893 | Christ is our gain, all the creatures you have, means you use, duties you do, comforts you receive, they are not gain, | christ is our gain, all the creatures you have, means you use, duties you do, comforts you receive, they Are not gain, | np1 vbz po12 n1, d dt n2 pn22 vhb, vvz pn22 vvb, n2 pn22 vdb, vvz pn22 vvb, pns32 vbr xx n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2894 | nay, the more God doth for thee, the more thou losest, if no Christ, because now thou art full by this means. | nay, the more God does for thee, the more thou losest, if not christ, Because now thou art full by this means. | uh-x, dt av-dc n1 vdz p-acp pno21, dt av-dc pns21 vv2, cs xx np1, c-acp av pns21 vb2r j p-acp d n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2895 | Oh therefore get a heart sensible of the want of the Lord. | O Therefore get a heart sensible of the want of the Lord. | uh av vvb dt n1 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2896 | Think there is a Christ, whose Glory is the amazement of Heaven, but Oh I see him not. | Think there is a christ, whose Glory is the amazement of Heaven, but O I see him not. | vvb a-acp vbz dt np1, rg-crq n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp uh pns11 vvb pno31 xx. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2897 | Happy for ever are they that have him, but Oh I have him not. | Happy for ever Are they that have him, but O I have him not. | j c-acp av vbr pns32 cst vhb pno31, cc-acp uh pns11 vhb pno31 xx. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2898 | Your hungry bellies cannot want bread, if they do, they are never quiet till they have it. | Your hungry bellies cannot want bred, if they do, they Are never quiet till they have it. | po22 j n2 vmbx vvi n1, cs pns32 vdb, pns32 vbr av-x j-jn c-acp pns32 vhb pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2899 | Is the Lord no better? Lord grant this contempt be not revenged with spirituall plagues! | Is the Lord no better? Lord grant this contempt be not revenged with spiritual plagues! | vbz dt n1 av-dx av-jc? n1 vvb d n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp j n2! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 85 |
2902 | because of this, I have him not! Nay worse than Dives, that begg'd, Oh a drop of water to cool my tongue! | Because of this, I have him not! Nay Worse than Dives, that begged, O a drop of water to cool my tongue! | c-acp pp-f d, pns11 vhb pno31 xx! uh-x av-jc cs vvz, cst vvd, uh dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 86 |
2903 | Why cry not you, Oh the Lord Christ to comfort my heart! Why is not all this fulnesse longed for? Oh therefore let nothing else comfort, | Why cry not you, O the Lord christ to Comfort my heart! Why is not all this fullness longed for? O Therefore let nothing Else Comfort, | q-crq vvb xx pn22, uh dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1! q-crq vbz xx d d n1 vvd p-acp? uh av vvb pix av n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 86 |
2904 | and let nothing discourage, but make this use of all, Oh I want him! | and let nothing discourage, but make this use of all, O I want him! | cc vvb pix vvi, cc-acp vvb d n1 pp-f d, uh pns11 vvb pno31! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 476 | Page 86 |
2905 | 2. To the right closing with his person, this is also required, to tast the bitternesse of sin, as the greatest evil: | 2. To the right closing with his person, this is also required, to taste the bitterness of since, as the greatest evil: | crd p-acp dt n-jn vvg p-acp po31 n1, d vbz av vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt js n-jn: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2906 | Else a man will never close with Christ, for his holinesse in him, and from him as the greatest good. | Else a man will never close with christ, for his holiness in him, and from him as the greatest good. | av dt n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31 p-acp dt js j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2907 | For we told you that that's the right closing with Christ for himself, when it is for his holinesse. | For we told you that that's the right closing with christ for himself, when it is for his holiness. | c-acp pns12 vvd pn22 cst d|vbz dt n-jn vvg p-acp np1 p-acp px31, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2908 | For ask a whorish heart what beauty he sees in the person of Christ, he will after he hath looked over his Kingdom, his Righteousnesse, all his works, see a be•uty in them, | For ask a whorish heart what beauty he sees in the person of christ, he will After he hath looked over his Kingdom, his Righteousness, all his works, see a be•uty in them, | p-acp vvi dt j n1 r-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb p-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, d po31 n2, vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2909 | because they do serve his turn to comfort him only. Ask a Virgin, he will see his happinesse in all; | Because they do serve his turn to Comfort him only. Ask a Virgae, he will see his happiness in all; | c-acp pns32 vdb vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j. vvb dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp d; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2910 | but that which makes the Lord ami•ble, is his Holinesse, which is in him, to make him holy too; | but that which makes the Lord ami•ble, is his Holiness, which is in him, to make him holy too; | cc-acp cst r-crq vvz dt n1 j, vbz po31 n1, r-crq vbz p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 j av; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2911 | as in marriage, it is personal beauty draws the heart. And hence I have thought it re•son that he that love; | as in marriage, it is personal beauty draws the heart. And hence I have Thought it re•son that he that love; | c-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j n1 vvz dt n1. cc av pns11 vhb vvn pn31 n1 cst pns31 cst n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2912 | Brethren for a little Grace, will love Christ much more. | Brothers for a little Grace, will love christ much more. | n2 p-acp dt j n1, vmb vvi np1 av-d av-dc. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2913 | Hence if a man feels not the want of Christ, the bitternesse of sin, as his greatest evil, he will never see nor admire Christs beauty, much lesse close with it. | Hence if a man feels not the want of christ, the bitterness of since, as his greatest evil, he will never see nor admire Christ beauty, much less close with it. | av cs dt n1 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp po31 js j-jn, pns31 vmb av-x vvi ccx vvb npg1 n1, av-d av-dc j p-acp pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2914 | Hence Iohn 16. 9. Convinceth the world of sin, because they believe not in me, i. e. of that chiefly. | Hence John 16. 9. Convinces the world of since, Because they believe not in me, i. e. of that chiefly. | av np1 crd crd vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno11, uh. sy. pp-f d av-jn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2915 | Oh these wrongs done against the Lord! | O these wrongs done against the Lord! | uh d n2-jn vdn p-acp dt n1! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2916 | Why not of wrath and Hell? Oh sin is the evil, and then it appears exceeding evil, | Why not of wrath and Hell? O since is the evil, and then it appears exceeding evil, | q-crq xx pp-f n1 cc n1? uh n1 vbz dt n-jn, cc av pn31 vvz vvg n-jn, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2917 | when not against God simply, but against a Son. Paul why persecutest thou me? Acts 9. Why? Did he not live in lusts and self-confidence? Yes, | when not against God simply, but against a Son. Paul why Persecutest thou me? Acts 9. Why? Did he not live in Lustiest and selfconfidence? Yes, | c-crq xx p-acp np1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 q-crq vv2 pns21 pno11? np1 crd q-crq? vdd pns31 xx vvi p-acp n2 cc n1? uh, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2918 | but in all these he saw he persecuted Christ. | but in all these he saw he persecuted christ. | cc-acp p-acp d d pns31 vvd pns31 vvn np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2919 | And after saddest search, I have feared the want of this, is the great cause of all a mans closing amisse with Christ. | And After Saddest search, I have feared the want of this, is the great cause of all a men closing amiss with christ. | cc c-acp js n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f d, vbz dt j n1 pp-f d dt ng1 vvg av p-acp np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2920 | I would but ask where was Iudas wound? Was it resting in a Pharisaical righteousness without Christ? Without Christ, no, | I would but ask where was Iudas wound? Was it resting in a Pharisaical righteousness without christ? Without christ, no, | pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi c-crq vbds np1 n1? vbds pn31 vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1? p-acp np1, uh-dx, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2921 | for he forsook all and followed Christ. | for he forsook all and followed christ. | c-acp pns31 vvd d cc vvd np1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2922 | Was it want of profession of him, preaching for him? No. Was it for want of communion with him? No: | Was it want of profession of him, preaching for him? No. Was it for want of communion with him? No: | vbds pn31 n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pno31, vvg p-acp pno31? n1 vbds pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31? uh-dx: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2923 | one sin he lived in, he had his bagg. | one since he lived in, he had his bag. | pi n1 pns31 vvd p-acp, pns31 vhd po31 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2924 | And hence when many went from him, he stuck to him, Iohn 6. Iudas still cleaves to him: | And hence when many went from him, he stuck to him, John 6. Iudas still cleaves to him: | cc av c-crq d vvd p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, np1 crd np1 av vvz p-acp pno31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2925 | yet even then Christ calls him a Devil, which if ever he had tasted the bitternesse of, he would not have lived in, not dyed desparately, some think impardonably without Christ, | yet even then christ calls him a devil, which if ever he had tasted the bitterness of, he would not have lived in, not died desperately, Some think impardonably without christ, | av av av np1 vvz pno31 dt n1, r-crq cs av pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp, xx vvn av-j, d vvb av-j p-acp np1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2926 | and so sin more against him. | and so sin more against him. | cc av vvb av-dc p-acp pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2927 | Let any man living shew me how he can close with Christ, and yet love one sin: | Let any man living show me how he can close with christ, and yet love one since: | vvb d n1 vvg vvb pno11 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc av vvb crd n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2928 | I'le be his bond-man, that can say, I close with Christ as my Husband, and yet I love my Whore too. | I'll be his bondman, that can say, I close with christ as my Husband, and yet I love my Whore too. | pns11|vmb vbi po31 n1, cst vmb vvi, pns11 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po11 n1, cc av pns11 vvb po11 n1 av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2929 | Let any man living close with Christ, and keep his sin, or hide his sin, or let it be hid, his closing with Christ shall harden him in his sin, | Let any man living close with christ, and keep his since, or hide his since, or let it be hid, his closing with christ shall harden him in his since, | vvb d n1 vvg av-j p-acp np1, cc vvi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1, cc vvb pn31 vbi vvn, po31 n-vvg p-acp np1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2930 | and so he shall dye without Christ in his sins, as it is writ, Exod. 21. 14. As it was with Ioab, who fled to the Horns of the Altar, | and so he shall die without christ in his Sins, as it is writ, Exod 21. 14. As it was with Ioab, who fled to the Horns of the Altar, | cc av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2931 | so 'tis with many men, they sin, and confess and sin under all Laws: | so it's with many men, they sin, and confess and sin under all Laws: | av pn31|vbz p-acp d n2, pns32 vvb, cc vvi cc vvi p-acp d n2: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2932 | why? they fly to Christ, and this imboldens them, hardens them, why? because they never tasted the bitterness of sin. | why? they fly to christ, and this imboldens them, hardens them, why? Because they never tasted the bitterness of since. | q-crq? pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc d vvz pno32, vvz pno32, q-crq? c-acp pns32 av-x vvd dt n1 pp-f n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2933 | I know a mans sin may be crucified before 'tis mortified, as it may be buried after 'tis dead. | I know a men since may be Crucified before it's mortified, as it may be buried After it's dead. | pns11 vvb dt ng1 n1 vmb vbi vvn c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn c-acp pn31|vbz j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2934 | Oh therefore I beseech you look to this, you fail not here. | O Therefore I beseech you look to this, you fail not Here. | uh av pns11 vvb pn22 vvb p-acp d, pn22 vvb xx av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2935 | Many of you are troubled, Oh take heed of being comforted until you get the Lord to do this for you, | Many of you Are troubled, O take heed of being comforted until you get the Lord to do this for you, | av-d pp-f pn22 vbr vvn, uh vvb n1 pp-f vbg vvn c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vdi d c-acp pn22, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2936 | or unlesse you depend upon the Lord for this in his time. Some apply comfort when they see no good: | or unless you depend upon the Lord for this in his time. some apply Comfort when they see no good: | cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp d p-acp po31 n1. d vvb n1 c-crq pns32 vvb dx j: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2937 | I dare not to my self or others: | I Dare not to my self or Others: | pns11 vvb xx p-acp po11 n1 cc n2-jn: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2938 | Oh therefore imagine thou didst hear the Lord speaking, Why dost thou persecute me? why is a man so grieved at any thing that crosseth himself? because a man loves himself, | O Therefore imagine thou didst hear the Lord speaking, Why dost thou persecute me? why is a man so grieved At any thing that Crosseth himself? Because a man loves himself, | uh av vvb pns21 vdd2 vvi dt n1 vvg, q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi pno11? q-crq vbz dt n1 av vvn p-acp d n1 cst vvz px31? c-acp dt n1 vvz px31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2939 | because he thinks his good lies there most: | Because he thinks his good lies there most: | c-acp pns31 vvz po31 j n2 pc-acp av-ds: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2940 | Oh see thy good more in Christ than in thy self, Acts 9. 4. Oh me, me in whom all good is, oh to persecute him! | O see thy good more in christ than in thy self, Acts 9. 4. O me, me in whom all good is, o to persecute him! | uh vvb po21 j n1 p-acp np1 cs p-acp po21 n1, n2 crd crd uh pno11, pno11 p-acp ro-crq d j vbz, uh p-acp vvi pno31! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2941 | Two men hear, and one is in horror, and the other not; oh 'tis because God sets it on: so here. | Two men hear, and one is in horror, and the other not; o it's Because God sets it on: so Here. | crd n2 vvi, cc crd vbz p-acp n1, cc dt n-jn xx; uh pn31|vbz p-acp np1 vvz pn31 a-acp: av av. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 477 | Page 86 |
2942 | 3. Make the Lord Jesus present with you, and set him really before you, and see him willing to give himself unto you, even to thee in particular. | 3. Make the Lord jesus present with you, and Set him really before you, and see him willing to give himself unto you, even to thee in particular. | crd n1 dt n1 np1 vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvd pno31 av-j p-acp pn22, cc vvi pno31 j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pn22, av p-acp pno21 p-acp j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 478 | Page 86 |
2943 | Those that give themselves in Marriage, separate themselves from all company, and get alone together, and give themselves one unto another: | Those that give themselves in Marriage, separate themselves from all company, and get alone together, and give themselves one unto Another: | d cst vvb px32 p-acp n1, vvi px32 p-acp d n1, cc vvi av-j av, cc vvi px32 pi p-acp n-jn: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 478 | Page 86 |
2944 | so sever thy self from all the world, and 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord really be•ore thee, | so sever thy self from all the world, and 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord really be•ore thee, | av vvb po21 n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 av-j vvd pno21, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 478 | Page 87 |
2945 | as David, Psalm 16. 8. and so close one with another. For two things keep from Christ. Either | as David, Psalm 16. 8. and so close one with Another. For two things keep from christ. Either | c-acp np1, np1 crd crd cc av av-j pi p-acp n-jn. p-acp crd n2 vvb p-acp np1. av-d | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 478 | Page 87 |
2946 | First, they care not for him, and the cause is, they make him no• present, only have a notion and report of him. | First, they care not for him, and the cause is, they make him no• present, only have a notion and report of him. | ord, pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 vbz, pns32 vvb pno31 n1 j, av-j vhb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 479 | Page 87 |
2947 | Secondly, They dare not close with him, because they fear he is not willing to close with them, with others, not with me; | Secondly, They Dare not close with him, Because they Fear he is not willing to close with them, with Others, not with me; | ord, pns32 vvb xx av-j p-acp pno31, c-acp pns32 vvb pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, p-acp n2-jn, xx p-acp pno11; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2948 | so that all the Scriptures they read, all the Promises they hear are very sweet, but they look on them as spoken to others. | so that all the Scriptures they read, all the Promises they hear Are very sweet, but they look on them as spoken to Others. | av cst d dt n2 pns32 vvb, d dt vvz pns32 vvb vbr av j, cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp vvn p-acp n2-jn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2949 | Hence Acts 2. 39. For the Promise is made to you, and to them afar off; | Hence Acts 2. 39. For the Promise is made to you, and to them afar off; | av vvz crd crd p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, cc p-acp pno32 av a-acp; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2950 | be thou never so far off, if thou receivest him, he will receive thee, Luke 2. 14. Good will to men: Oh see this good-will in the Lord to have thee receive him, | be thou never so Far off, if thou receivest him, he will receive thee, Lycia 2. 14. Good will to men: O see this goodwill in the Lord to have thee receive him, | vbb pns21 av av av-j a-acp, cs pns21 vv2 pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pno21, av crd crd j n1 p-acp n2: uh vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi pno21 vvb pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2951 | though thou hast no money, nay because dead and vile, nay because not sensible, Rev. 3. 17, 18. Oh wonderful because senseless of misery, | though thou hast no money, nay Because dead and vile, nay Because not sensible, Rev. 3. 17, 18. O wondered Because senseless of misery, | cs pns21 vh2 dx n1, uh-x p-acp j cc j, uh-x p-acp xx j, n1 crd crd, crd uh j p-acp j pp-f n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2952 | therefore close with him. 1. Is it not his command it should be so? 2. Is it not a sin to reject him? will he not be angry with thee to reject him? 3. Are not his conditions easie, | Therefore close with him. 1. Is it not his command it should be so? 2. Is it not a since to reject him? will he not be angry with thee to reject him? 3. are not his conditions easy, | av av-j p-acp pno31. crd vbz pn31 xx po31 n1 pn31 vmd vbi av? crd vbz pn31 xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31? vmb pns31 xx vbi j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pno31? crd vbr xx po31 n2 j, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2953 | so as he hath undertaken to do all that which thou saist thou canst not? Why wilt not? 1. Oh if I were a child, a son in Covenant I would, | so as he hath undertaken to do all that which thou Sayest thou Canst not? Why wilt not? 1. O if I were a child, a son in Covenant I would, | av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vdi d d r-crq pns21 vv2 pns21 vm2 xx? q-crq vm2 xx? crd uh cs pns11 vbdr dt n1, dt n1 p-acp n1 pns11 vmd, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2954 | but because otherwise, hence I dare not. | but Because otherwise, hence I Dare not. | cc-acp c-acp av, av pns11 vvb xx. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2955 | Ans. Ioh. 1. 12. Receive him, he will make thee a Son. 2. Oh but my wants are many. | Ans. John 1. 12. Receive him, he will make thee a Son. 2. O but my Wants Are many. | np1 np1 crd crd vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pno21 dt n1 crd uh p-acp po11 n2 vbr d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2956 | Ans. Receive him he will make thee rich, Isai. 55. 1, 2. 3. Oh but I find my hearten deared to creatures. | Ans. Receive him he will make thee rich, Isaiah 55. 1, 2. 3. O but I find my hearten deared to creatures. | np1 vvb pno31 pns31 vmb vvi pno21 j, np1 crd crd, crd crd uh cc-acp pns11 vvb po11 vvi vvn p-acp n2. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2957 | Ans. 1 Iohn 5. 4. This is the Victory that overcometh the world, even your Faith. | Ans. 1 John 5. 4. This is the Victory that Overcometh the world, even your Faith. | np1 crd np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, av po22 n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2958 | 4. Oh but I shall fall back. No, Ier. 3. 22. Return, and he will heal thy back-sliding. | 4. O but I shall fallen back. No, Jeremiah 3. 22. Return, and he will heal thy backsliding. | crd uh cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av. uh-dx, np1 crd crd vvb, cc pns31 vmb vvi po21 j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2959 | 5. Oh but I shall never be able to do any thing. | 5. O but I shall never be able to do any thing. | crd uh cc-acp pns11 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vdi d n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2960 | Ans. Yes, close with hi• and thou shalt. 6. Oh but I am very vile before the Lord after all I do. | Ans. Yes, close with hi• and thou shalt. 6. O but I am very vile before the Lord After all I do. | np1 uh, av-j p-acp n1 cc pns21 vm2. crd uh cc-acp pns11 vbm av j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d pns11 vdb. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2961 | Ans. Yet Eph. 5. 25, 26, 27. He shall make thee amiable, only receive him, set thy heart on him alone. | Ans. Yet Ephesians 5. 25, 26, 27. He shall make thee amiable, only receive him, Set thy heart on him alone. | np1 av np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns31 vmb vvi pno21 j, av-j vvi pno31, vvb po21 n1 p-acp pno31 av-j. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2962 | Now do you think he bears a good will toward you? can you deny it? Shall not this overcome thee, that the Lord of Glory should fall in love with thee, | Now do you think he bears a good will towards you? can you deny it? Shall not this overcome thee, that the Lord of Glory should fallen in love with thee, | av vdb pn22 vvi pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp pn22? vmb pn22 vvi pn31? vmb xx d vvi pno21, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2963 | and bear good will to thee a Leper, and that canst do nothing for him, | and bear good will to thee a Leper, and that Canst do nothing for him, | cc vvi j n1 p-acp pno21 dt n1, cc cst vm2 vdi pix p-acp pno31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2964 | and yet for all this, Oh this will draw thee, Psal. 36. 6, 7. Oh how great is thy loving-kindness; | and yet for all this, O this will draw thee, Psalm 36. 6, 7. O how great is thy Lovingkindness; | cc av p-acp d d, uh d vmb vvi pno21, np1 crd crd, crd uh q-crq j vbz po21 n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2965 | this makes a heart of steel to yield, Ier. 31. 1, 2, 3. Oh this will cut you in Hell, Oh hard hearts that despised such Grace! | this makes a heart of steel to yield, Jeremiah 31. 1, 2, 3. O this will Cut you in Hell, O hard hearts that despised such Grace! | d vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd, crd, crd uh d vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1, uh j n2 cst vvd d n1! | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 480 | Page 87 |
2968 | For as no man can take Christ until God gives him, so no man can say he is his, | For as no man can take christ until God gives him, so no man can say he is his, | p-acp p-acp dx n1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp np1 vvz pno31, av dx n1 vmb vvi pns31 vbz png31, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2969 | untill the Lord shews him that he is his. And as the creature cannot re••st, but take when the Lord gives: | until the Lord shows him that he is his. And as the creature cannot re••st, but take when the Lord gives: | c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31 cst pns31 vbz png31. cc c-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi, cc-acp vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2970 | so it cannot but see the Lord when he reveals himself as indeed he is. And look to see him to be yours by some Promise; | so it cannot but see the Lord when he reveals himself as indeed he is. And look to see him to be yours by Some Promise; | av pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz px31 c-acp av pns31 vbz. cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi png22 p-acp d n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2971 | for there is a seeing Christ mine in great fulgor without the light of a Promise, and Spirit in it. | for there is a seeing christ mine in great fulgor without the Light of a Promise, and Spirit in it. | c-acp pc-acp vbz dt vvg np1 n1 p-acp j fw-la p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2972 | Is Christ yours? Yes, I see it. How? by any word or promise? No, this is a d•lusion. | Is christ yours? Yes, I see it. How? by any word or promise? No, this is a d•lusion. | vbz np1 png22? uh, pns11 vvb pn31. q-crq? p-acp d n1 cc n1? uh-dx, d vbz dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2973 | The other is by promise, & that opened in the Gospel, Eph. 1. 13. 14. He saith not in whom after ye were sealed you believed, | The other is by promise, & that opened in the Gospel, Ephesians 1. 13. 14. He Says not in whom After you were sealed you believed, | dt n-jn vbz p-acp n1, cc cst vvd p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd crd pns31 vvz xx p-acp ro-crq p-acp pn22 vbdr vvn pn22 vvd, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2974 | but è contra. And how believed? by hearing the Gospel. | but è contra. And how believed? by hearing the Gospel. | cc-acp fw-la fw-la. cc c-crq vvn? p-acp vvg dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2975 | Hence Saints return to this, Psalm 51. 8. Let me hear the voice, 1 Pet. 2. 1, 2, 3. And this is that which hath knit the hearts of Saints to Christ for ever ▪ Oh thou hast the words of life: | Hence Saints return to this, Psalm 51. 8. Let me hear the voice, 1 Pet. 2. 1, 2, 3. And this is that which hath knit the hearts of Saints to christ for ever ▪ O thou hast the words of life: | av n2 vvb p-acp d, n1 crd crd vvb pno11 vvi dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc d vbz d r-crq vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 c-acp av ▪ uh pns21 vh2 dt n2 pp-f n1: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2976 | For there is a voice of love to the Saints engraven in all mercies, in all afflictions, in all Gods leadings of them, | For there is a voice of love to the Saints engraven in all Mercies, in all afflictions, in all God's leadings of them, | p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2, p-acp d ng1 n2 pp-f pno32, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2977 | though it be in a Wilderness; but Beloved, only the Word can tell me the meaning of these words of love. | though it be in a Wilderness; but beloved, only the Word can tell me the meaning of these words of love. | cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1; cc-acp vvn, av-j dt n1 vmb vvi pno11 dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2978 | So there is love of Christ revealed according to a Promise, not by it, and love spoken in mercies, | So there is love of christ revealed according to a Promise, not by it, and love spoken in Mercies, | av a-acp vbz n1 pp-f np1 vvd vvg p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp pn31, cc n1 vvn p-acp n2, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2979 | but the Word interprets them and clears them to be no delusions; I mean the Spirit there: | but the Word interprets them and clears them to be no delusions; I mean the Spirit there: | cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi dx n2; pns11 vvb dt n1 a-acp: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2980 | This is judged to be a good answer to Papists, who shall be judge of controversies? We answer that which shall be judge at the last Day, must be judge now: | This is judged to be a good answer to Papists, who shall be judge of controversies? We answer that which shall be judge At the last Day, must be judge now: | d vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp njp2, r-crq vmb vbi n1 pp-f n2? pns12 vvb d r-crq vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt ord n1, vmb vbi n1 av: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2981 | but so, Rom. 2. 16. Iohn 12. 48. So whether doth Gods Spirit seal, or the Devil delude? It's a great controversie if you have no• a word to see Gods love by, | but so, Rom. 2. 16. John 12. 48. So whither does God's Spirit seal, or the devil delude? It's a great controversy if you have no• a word to see God's love by, | cc-acp av, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av c-crq vdz ng1 n1 n1, cc dt n1 vvi? pn31|vbz dt j n1 cs pn22 vhb n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2982 | but think you have a way to see it without, this Word shall judge you. | but think you have a Way to see it without, this Word shall judge you. | cc-acp vvb pn22 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp, d n1 vmb vvi pn22. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2983 | Oh look therefore for the Lord by a word to do it, and say Speak Lord; and if by word, look not for it without a work on your own heart. | O look Therefore for the Lord by a word to do it, and say Speak Lord; and if by word, look not for it without a work on your own heart. | uh vvb av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, cc vvi vvb n1; cc cs p-acp n1, vvb xx p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 d n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2984 | Some Christians have rested with a work without Christ, which is abominable; | some Christians have rested with a work without christ, which is abominable; | d np1 vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz j; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 87 |
2985 | but after a man is in Christ not to judge by the work, is first not to judge from a word. | but After a man is in christ not to judge by the work, is First not to judge from a word. | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz ord xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2986 | For though there is a word which may give a man de•endance on Christ, without feeling any work, | For though there is a word which may give a man de•endance on christ, without feeling any work, | p-acp cs pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg d n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
3008 | but look out of it, and verily expect the Second Coming, and Glorious Appearing of Christ. | but look out of it, and verily expect the Second Coming, and Glorious Appearing of christ. | cc-acp vvb av pp-f pn31, cc av-j vvi dt ord vvg, cc j vvg pp-f np1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 484 | Page 88 |
2987 | nay when he feels none, as absolute promises, yet no word giving assurance, but that which is made to some work, He that believeth, or is poor in spirit, &c. till that work is seen, hath no assurance from that Promise. | nay when he feels none, as absolute promises, yet no word giving assurance, but that which is made to Some work, He that Believeth, or is poor in Spirit, etc. till that work is seen, hath no assurance from that Promise. | uh-x c-crq pns31 vvz pix, c-acp j n2, av dx n1 vvg n1, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d n1, pns31 cst vvz, cc vbz j p-acp n1, av p-acp d n1 vbz vvn, vhz dx n1 p-acp d n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2988 | Tell him God hath promised to pour clean water, Ezek. 36. Yes for some, not for me. | Tell him God hath promised to pour clean water, Ezekiel 36. Yes for Some, not for me. | vvb pno31 n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi j n1, np1 crd uh p-acp d, xx p-acp pno11. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2989 | Secondly, 'tis not to judge by the Spirit, for the Apostle makes the earnest of the Sp•rit to be the Seal; | Secondly, it's not to judge by the Spirit, for the Apostle makes the earnest of the Sp•rit to be the Seal; | ord, pn31|vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2990 | now earnest is part of the money bargained for, the beginning of Heaven, of the light and life of it: | now earnest is part of the money bargained for, the beginning of Heaven, of the Light and life of it: | av n1 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp, dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2991 | He that sees not the Lord is his by that, see; no God his at all: | He that sees not the Lord is his by that, see; no God his At all: | pns31 cst vvz xx dt n1 vbz po31 p-acp d, vvb; dx n1 po31 p-acp d: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2992 | Oh therefore do not look for a Spirit without a word to reveal, nor a word to reveal without seeing and feeling of some work first, I thank the Lord I do but pitty those that think otherwise: | O Therefore do not look for a Spirit without a word to reveal, nor a word to reveal without seeing and feeling of Some work First, I thank the Lord I do but pity those that think otherwise: | uh av vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, ccx dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg cc n-vvg pp-f d n1 ord, pns11 vvb dt n1 pns11 vdb p-acp vvi d cst vvb av: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2993 | if a sheep of Christ, Oh wander not. Ob. But I have waited long for this. | if a sheep of christ, O wander not. Ob. But I have waited long for this. | cs dt n1 pp-f np1, uh vvb xx. np1 cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-j p-acp d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2994 | Ans. True, therefore more need to wait still, it may be now 'tis not far off. | Ans. True, Therefore more need to wait still, it may be now it's not Far off. | np1 j, av dc n1 pc-acp vvi av, pn31 vmb vbi av pn31|vbz xx av-j a-acp. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2995 | Ob. Oh but it may be he will not, if I knew that I could be quiet. | Ob. O but it may be he will not, if I knew that I could be quiet. | np1 uh p-acp pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb xx, cs pns11 vvd cst pns11 vmd vbi j-jn. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2996 | Answ. Down proud heart, Oh take heed of that pride: art ' no• worthy never to hear a voice from God? Be silent then, | Answer Down proud heart, O take heed of that pride: art ' no• worthy never to hear a voice from God? Be silent then, | np1 a-acp j n1, uh vvb n1 pp-f d n1: n1 ' n1 j av-x pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1? vbb j av, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2997 | and humble, and now hear what the Lord will say, he speaks in a still voice, Psalm 85. 8. do as they in that Psalm did; | and humble, and now hear what the Lord will say, he speaks in a still voice, Psalm 85. 8. doe as they in that Psalm did; | cc j, cc av vvb r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, n1 crd crd n1 c-acp pns32 p-acp d n1 vdd; | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2998 | Thou hast done thus and thus, Oh hear us, turn us, and then •ie still and listen: | Thou hast done thus and thus, O hear us, turn us, and then •ie still and listen: | pns21 vh2 vdn av cc av, uh vvb pno12, vvb pno12, cc av vvb av cc vvi: | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
2999 | Oh do thus, else you make God a lyar if the word comes, 1 Iohn 5. 10, 11. and now when thou hast him, Oh change him not. | O doe thus, Else you make God a liar if the word comes, 1 John 5. 10, 11. and now when thou hast him, O change him not. | uh n1 av, av pn22 vvb np1 dt n1 cs dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc av c-crq pns21 vh2 pno31, uh vvb pno31 xx. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 481 | Page 88 |
3000 | First, What dost want, and where wilt go to find it but there? any creature•, | First, What dost want, and where wilt go to find it but there? any creature•, | ord, q-crq vd2 vvi, cc q-crq vm2 vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp a-acp? d n1, | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 482 | Page 88 |
3001 | and all the excellencies of them are there, and in time of trouble he will be instead of all, and also blesse all. | and all the excellencies of them Are there, and in time of trouble he will be instead of all, and also bless all. | cc d dt n2 pp-f pno32 vbr a-acp, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmb vbi av pp-f d, cc av vvb d. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 482 | Page 88 |
3002 | Secondly, Dost want Grace to honour a God? it is in him the fulnesse of it. | Secondly, Dost want Grace to honour a God? it is in him the fullness of it. | ord, vd2 vvi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1? pn31 vbz p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 483 | Page 88 |
3003 | Dost want God and his love? thou hast him, and now all his love, his care, his wisdom is thine. | Dost want God and his love? thou hast him, and now all his love, his care, his Wisdom is thine. | vd2 vvi np1 cc po31 n1? pns21 vh2 pno31, cc av d po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1 vbz png21. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 483 | Page 88 |
3004 | Oh wonder at thy lot and portion, and say, Lord I have enough. Thus much of the first Doctrine. | O wonder At thy lot and portion, and say, Lord I have enough. Thus much of the First Doctrine. | uh vvb p-acp po21 n1 cc n1, cc vvi, n1 pns11 vhb av-d. av d pp-f dt ord n1. | (14) chapter (DIV2) | 483 | Page 88 |
3005 | CHAP. X. Shewing that True Believers do with hope expect the Second Coming of Christ. SECT. I. | CHAP. X. Showing that True Believers do with hope expect the Second Coming of christ. SECT. I. | np1 fw-la vvg d j n2 vdb p-acp n1 vvi dt ord vvg pp-f np1. n1. pns11. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 483 | Page 88 |
3006 | Now they go forth by Hope Of Him and his Coming. Desire Of Him and his Coming. | Now they go forth by Hope Of Him and his Coming. Desire Of Him and his Coming. | av pns32 vvb av p-acp n1 pp-f pno31 cc po31 vvg. n1 pp-f pno31 cc po31 vvg. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 483 | Page 88 |
3007 | THat the Church and People of God after they are truly Espoused to Christ, |
THat the Church and People of God After they Are truly Espoused to christ, and made in any measure ready for christ, they now Are no more of this world, | cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp np1, cc vvd p-acp d n1 j p-acp np1, pns32 av vbr dx dc pp-f d n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 484 | Page 88 |
3009 | 'Tis true, they look for his coming and company at the last period of their life, | It's true, they look for his coming and company At the last Period of their life, | pn31|vbz j, pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n-vvg cc n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po32 n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 88 |
3010 | but this they look upon but as their welcome in the way, until the last Trump shall blow, | but this they look upon but as their welcome in the Way, until the last Trump shall blow, | cc-acp d pns32 vvb p-acp cc-acp c-acp po32 n-jn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt ord n1 vmb vvi, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 88 |
3011 | and that they shall meet the Lord in the clouds of the Aire, 1 Thes. 4. 18. which is the last and chief time of his Coming they look out for. | and that they shall meet the Lord in the Clouds of the Air, 1 Thebes 4. 18. which is the last and chief time of his Coming they look out for. | cc cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd r-crq vbz dt ord cc j-jn n1 pp-f po31 vvg pns32 vvb av p-acp. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 88 |
3012 | The Five Wise Virgins did here verily look for him; the Five Foolish seemingly did so too: | The Five Wise Virgins did Here verily look for him; the Five Foolish seemingly did so too: | dt crd j n2 vdd av av-j vvi p-acp pno31; dt crd j av-vvg vdd av av: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 88 |
3013 | That look as it was before the first Coming of Christ, all their thoughts and searchings of heart were after the day, | That look as it was before the First Coming of christ, all their thoughts and searchings of heart were After the day, | cst n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt ord vvg pp-f np1, d po32 n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f n1 vbdr p-acp dt n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 88 |
3014 | and time, and glory of it, 1 Pet. 1. 10, 11. And the nearer His Coming was, the more ardently was he expected: | and time, and glory of it, 1 Pet. 1. 10, 11. And the nearer His Coming was, the more ardently was he expected: | cc n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc dt jc po31 vvg vbds, dt av-dc av-j vbds pns31 vvn: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 88 |
3015 | Hence such flocking to Iohns Ministry. | Hence such flocking to Iohns Ministry. | av d vvg p-acp npg1 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 88 |
3016 | Hence Simeon waited long for the consolation of Israel. So the Espoused and Beloved of the Lord looks out for his coming now. | Hence Simeon waited long for the consolation of Israel. So the Espoused and beloved of the Lord looks out for his coming now. | av np1 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av dt vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1 vvz av p-acp po31 vvg av. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 88 |
3017 | He hath left them as Orphans in this world, he hath divers of his Elect yet to bring home, | He hath left them as Orphans in this world, he hath diverse of his Elect yet to bring home, | pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, pns31 vhz j pp-f po31 n1 av pc-acp vvi av-an, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 89 |
3018 | and enemies to put under his feet, and then they know he will come, and this day they look for. | and enemies to put under his feet, and then they know he will come, and this day they look for. | cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc av pns32 vvb pns31 vmb vvi, cc d n1 pns32 vvb p-acp. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 89 |
3019 | As Christ expects it, Heb. 10. 13. By the same Spirit they look for it. | As christ expects it, Hebrew 10. 13. By the same Spirit they look for it. | p-acp np1 vvz pn31, np1 crd crd p-acp dt d n1 pns32 vvb p-acp pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 485 | Page 89 |
3020 | This is that which Christ so oft presseth on his Disciples, foreseeing the slumbers of the world, to be ever watching for his second coming; | This is that which christ so oft Presseth on his Disciples, Foreseeing the slumbers of the world, to be ever watching for his second coming; | d vbz d r-crq np1 av av vvz p-acp po31 n2, vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi av vvg p-acp po31 ord n-vvg; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 486 | Page 89 |
3021 | and hence these alone are accounted blessed, Luke 12. 37, 38. That let Christ come at any watch, Oh blessed. | and hence these alone Are accounted blessed, Lycia 12. 37, 38. That let christ come At any watch, O blessed. | cc av d av-j vbr vvn j-vvn, av crd crd, crd cst vvb np1 vvi p-acp d n1, uh j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 486 | Page 89 |
3022 | The duration of the world from the first to the second coming, is but as it were a night divided into several watches; | The duration of the world from the First to the second coming, is but as it were a night divided into several watches; | dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord p-acp dt ord n-vvg, vbz cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 vvn p-acp j n2; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 486 | Page 89 |
3023 | the Saints are the watchmen of the world, who you know look for day-light, though it be long, 'tis but a night; it will be morning: | the Saints Are the watchmen of the world, who you know look for daylight, though it be long, it's but a night; it will be morning: | dt n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pn22 vvb n1 p-acp n1, cs pn31 vbb j, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1; pn31 vmb vbi n1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 486 | Page 89 |
3024 | All the rest are like birds at their chaffe. | All the rest Are like Birds At their chaff. | d dt n1 vbr j n2 p-acp po32 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 486 | Page 89 |
3025 | And hence he tells them the reason of the uncertainty of his coming, makes this the end of it. | And hence he tells them the reason of the uncertainty of his coming, makes this the end of it. | cc av pns31 vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, vvz d dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 486 | Page 89 |
3026 | They are Evangelical commands with which there goes a power. | They Are Evangelical commands with which there Goes a power. | pns32 vbr np1 vvz p-acp r-crq a-acp vvz dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 486 | Page 89 |
3027 | Look through all the Primitive Church in the Golden Age, they had all this stamp, 1 Cor. 1. 7. Waiting. 1 Thes. 1. 10. To wait for Christ from Heaven. | Look through all the Primitive Church in the Golden Age, they had all this stamp, 1 Cor. 1. 7. Waiting. 1 Thebes 1. 10. To wait for christ from Heaven. | n1 p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vhd d d n1, crd np1 crd crd vvg. vvn np1 crd crd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 486 | Page 89 |
3028 | Nay, Heb. 9. 28. He professeth those only may know the fruit of his first coming, that now look for him. SECT. II. | Nay, Hebrew 9. 28. He Professes those only may know the fruit of his First coming, that now look for him. SECT. II | uh, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz d av-j vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 ord n-vvg, cst av vvb p-acp pno31. n1. crd | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 486 | Page 89 |
3049 | So this is the happinesse of Saints, that though they see things darkly, yet they see things truly, the Spirit creating glorious impressions on the •ind of things as they are. | So this is the happiness of Saints, that though they see things darkly, yet they see things truly, the Spirit creating glorious impressions on the •ind of things as they Are. | av d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cst cs pns32 vvb n2 av-j, av pns32 vvb n2 av-j, dt n1 vvg j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp pns32 vbr. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3029 | 1 BEcause they really foresee, and see such a day, 2 Pet. 3. 3, 4. |
1 Because they really foresee, and see such a day, 2 Pet. 3. 3, 4. In the last days shall come Scoffers, saying, where is the promise of his coming? all things Are as they were, and hence live in their Lustiest, die in their own dung, and never look for it. | vvn c-acp pns32 av-j vvi, cc vvi d dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt ord n2 vmb vvi n2, vvg, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg? d n2 vbr a-acp pns32 vbdr, cc av vvb p-acp po32 n2, vvb p-acp po32 d n1, cc av-x vvb p-acp pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 487 | Page 89 |
3030 | But these foresee it really, and hence look for it. | But these foresee it really, and hence look for it. | p-acp d vvb pn31 av-j, cc av vvb p-acp pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 487 | Page 89 |
3031 | Men that live on land, and love the smoak of their own chimneys, never look out to other coasts and countreys, | Men that live on land, and love the smoke of their own Chimneys, never look out to other coasts and Countries', | np1 cst vvb p-acp n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, av-x vvb av p-acp j-jn n2 cc ng2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 487 | Page 89 |
3032 | or to a strange Land, but Sea-men that are bound for a Voyage, and have a Pilot with them that hath seen the coast, that's it they look for; | or to a strange Land, but Seamen that Are bound for a Voyage, and have a Pilot with them that hath seen the coast, that's it they look for; | cc p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vhz vvn dt n1, d|vbz pn31 pns32 vvb p-acp; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 487 | Page 89 |
3033 | so men that live in this world, and are well here, look not after Christ not his coming, | so men that live in this world, and Are well Here, look not After christ not his coming, | av n2 cst vvb p-acp d n1, cc vbr av av, vvb xx p-acp np1 xx po31 n-vvg, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 487 | Page 89 |
3034 | but they that have a Pilot, a Spirit to shew them, this day, this coast, and are bound for another world, they look out for this; they see it two waies | but they that have a Pilot, a Spirit to show them, this day, this coast, and Are bound for Another world, they look out for this; they see it two ways | cc-acp pns32 cst vhb dt n1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, d n1, d n1, cc vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n1, pns32 vvb av p-acp d; pns32 vvb pn31 crd n2 | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 487 | Page 89 |
3035 | 1. By the eye of Faith in the promise, 2 Pet. 3. 13. And this makes the soul see it, | 1. By the eye of Faith in the promise, 2 Pet. 3. 13. And this makes the soul see it, | crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cc d vvz dt n1 vvb pn31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 488 | Page 89 |
3036 | when all things seem to be against it, and hence expects it; for that is the difference between Faith and hope: | when all things seem to be against it, and hence expects it; for that is the difference between Faith and hope: | c-crq d n2 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pn31, cc av vvz pn31; p-acp d vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 488 | Page 89 |
3037 | Faith closeth with Christ, and all the Glory of Christ, in the promises as present, hope hence steps forth and laies hold upon the performance it self as absent. | Faith closeth with christ, and all the Glory of christ, in the promises as present, hope hence steps forth and lays hold upon the performance it self as absent. | n1 vvz p-acp np1, cc d dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 p-acp j, vvb av vvz av cc vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 c-acp j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 488 | Page 89 |
3038 | Faith entertains the promise as a faithful messenger, and sees that his message is true. | Faith entertains the promise as a faithful Messenger, and sees that his message is true. | n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz d po31 n1 vbz j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 488 | Page 89 |
3039 | Hope runs out of doors and leaves it with Faith, and looks for the Lord himself, Heb. 11. 1. 2. By the Light of Glory in the thing it self; | Hope runs out of doors and leaves it with Faith, and looks for the Lord himself, Hebrew 11. 1. 2. By the Light of Glory in the thing it self; | n1 vvz av pp-f n2 cc vvz pn31 p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 px31, np1 crd crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 488 | Page 89 |
3040 | for Saints do not only see things in Letters and Syllables, and words, but see things as they are in themselves. | for Saints do not only see things in Letters and Syllables, and words, but see things as they Are in themselves. | p-acp n2 vdb xx av-j vvi n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc n2, cc-acp vvb n2 c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp px32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3041 | The wicked see the word, sin, and Christ, and Heaven (and in seeing see not) but not the things themselves. | The wicked see the word, since, and christ, and Heaven (and in seeing see not) but not the things themselves. | dt j vvi dt n1, n1, cc np1, cc n1 (cc p-acp vvg vvb xx) cc-acp xx dt n2 px32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3042 | Now the Glorious coming of Christ being a thing to come, yet to be done, | Now the Glorious coming of christ being a thing to come, yet to be done, | av dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 vbg dt n1 pc-acp vvi, av pc-acp vbi vdn, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3043 | how do they see it but by report? Yes, they have the Spirit of Glory, which Spirit shews them things to come, John 16. 13. Which eye hath not seen. | how do they see it but by report? Yes, they have the Spirit of Glory, which Spirit shows them things to come, John 16. 13. Which eye hath not seen. | q-crq vdb pns32 vvi pn31 p-acp p-acp n1? uh, pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq n1 vvz pno32 n2 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd r-crq n1 vhz xx vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3044 | That look as their Head Christ sees this day as it shall be, and his apprehensions are not false, | That look as their Head christ sees this day as it shall be, and his apprehensions Are not false, | cst vvb p-acp po32 n1 np1 vvz d n1 c-acp pn31 vmb vbi, cc po31 n2 vbr xx j, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3045 | but as he conceives of this day, so shall it be: | but as he conceives of this day, so shall it be: | cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f d n1, av vmb pn31 vbi: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3046 | so the Saints by the same Spirit see it before it comes, and are not mistaken about it, | so the Saints by the same Spirit see it before it comes, and Are not mistaken about it, | av dt n2 p-acp dt d n1 vvi pn31 c-acp pn31 vvz, cc vbr xx vvn p-acp pn31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3047 | though it be very darkly, yet sometimes when the Spirit of God is not overclouded, they see it more evidently. | though it be very darkly, yet sometime when the Spirit of God is not overclouded, they see it more evidently. | cs pn31 vbb av av-j, av av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx vvd, pns32 vvb pn31 av-dc av-j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3048 | For this is the great plague of the wicked, they see nothing as 'tis, and in Hell they see how they have been deceived. | For this is the great plague of the wicked, they see nothing as it's, and in Hell they see how they have been deceived. | p-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j, pns32 vvb pix p-acp pn31|vbz, cc p-acp n1 pns32 vvb c-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3051 | That look as Abraham John 8. 56. saw Christs day, and was glad, though afar off; | That look as Abraham John 8. 56. saw Christ day, and was glad, though afar off; | cst vvb p-acp np1 np1 crd crd vvd npg1 n1, cc vbds j, c-acp av a-acp; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3052 | so the Saints by the same Spirit. | so the Saints by the same Spirit. | av dt n2 p-acp dt d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3053 | Now why did Noah make his Ark, and look for a Flood? Because he saw it really. | Now why did Noah make his Ark, and look for a Flood? Because he saw it really. | av q-crq vdd np1 vvi po31 n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1? p-acp pns31 vvd pn31 av-j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 89 |
3054 | Did not others? No, 'tis said, They knew not, Mat. 24. 38, 39. Never knew till the Floud came: The Lord made it not known. | Did not Others? No, it's said, They knew not, Mathew 24. 38, 39. Never knew till the Flood Come: The Lord made it not known. | vdd xx ng2-jn? uh-dx, pn31|vbz vvn, pns32 vvd xx, np1 crd crd, crd av-x vvd p-acp dt n1 vvd: dt n1 vvd pn31 xx vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 90 |
3055 | Noah did, the other did not. Hence the Saints cannot but look for it. | Noah did, the other did not. Hence the Saints cannot but look for it. | np1 vdd, dt n-jn vdd xx. av dt n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 489 | Page 90 |
3056 | 2. Because they see nothing else in this world worth looking after, |
2. Because they see nothing Else in this world worth looking After, no, not for the present. | crd p-acp pns32 vvb pix av p-acp d n1 j vvg a-acp, av-dx, xx p-acp dt j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 490 | Page 90 |
3057 | For if a man sees the day of the Lord, yet hath some prey in his eye, in this world, | For if a man sees the day of the Lord, yet hath Some prey in his eye, in this world, | p-acp cs dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av vhz d n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 490 | Page 90 |
3058 | and his game before him, he will follow his hunting to catch his venison, though he comes too late for the blessing. | and his game before him, he will follow his hunting to catch his venison, though he comes too late for the blessing. | cc po31 n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n-vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cs pns31 vvz av av-j c-acp dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 490 | Page 90 |
3059 | But the Lord makes his people to see nothing in the world worth the hawking or catching. | But the Lord makes his people to see nothing in the world worth the hawking or catching. | p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pix p-acp dt n1 n1 dt vvg cc vvg. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 490 | Page 90 |
3060 | 1. They see the Glory of another day, another world, and this puts out the Glory of this, | 1. They see the Glory of Another day, Another world, and this puts out the Glory of this, | crd pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, j-jn n1, cc d vvz av dt n1 pp-f d, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 491 | Page 90 |
3061 | and hence makes them look for that; | and hence makes them look for that; | cc av vvz pno32 vvi p-acp d; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 491 | Page 90 |
3062 | and hence when Christ would comfort his Disciples, he promiseth nothing here, but tels them, In my Fathers House are many Mansions. | and hence when christ would Comfort his Disciples, he promises nothing Here, but tells them, In my Father's House Are many Mansions. | cc av c-crq np1 vmd vvi po31 n2, pns31 vvz pix av, cc-acp vvz pno32, p-acp po11 ng1 n1 vbr d n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 491 | Page 90 |
3063 | I go to prepare a place, and Il• come to you again, Iohn 14. 1, 2, 3. And hence they seeing this to be enough, look for this. | I go to prepare a place, and Il• come to you again, John 14. 1, 2, 3. And hence they seeing this to be enough, look for this. | pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc np1 vvn p-acp pn22 av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc av pns32 vvg d pc-acp vbi av-d, vvb p-acp d. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 491 | Page 90 |
3064 | 2. They see an end of all these things, of all the Glory of them, and that these summer swallows will take their wings, and fly away in greatest extremities. | 2. They see an end of all these things, of all the Glory of them, and that these summer Swallows will take their wings, and fly away in greatest extremities. | crd pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f d d n2, pp-f d dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc cst d n1 n2 vmb vvi po32 n2, cc vvi av p-acp js n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 492 | Page 90 |
3065 | Hence they look to eternal things, the Lord, and his coming, 2 Cor. 4. 18. We look not at temporal things. | Hence they look to Eternal things, the Lord, and his coming, 2 Cor. 4. 18. We look not At temporal things. | av pns32 vvb p-acp j n2, dt n1, cc po31 n-vvg, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb xx p-acp j n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 492 | Page 90 |
3066 | 3. They find the Lord crossing them of what they look for in this world, somtimes of outward comforts, somtimes of the performance of spiritual promises, | 3. They find the Lord crossing them of what they look for in this world, sometimes of outward comforts, sometimes of the performance of spiritual promises, | crd pns32 vvb dt n1 vvg pno32 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp d n1, av pp-f j n2, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 493 | Page 90 |
3067 | And when God thus hedgeth their way with thorns, then they think of their first Husband. | And when God thus hedgeth their Way with thorns, then they think of their First Husband. | cc c-crq np1 av vvz po32 n1 p-acp n2, av pns32 vvb pp-f po32 ord n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 493 | Page 90 |
3068 | Look as it was with Abraham, Heb. 11. 13. You know strangers when their way is uncomfortable, ever and anon look for their home. | Look as it was with Abraham, Hebrew 11. 13. You know Strangers when their Way is uncomfortable, ever and anon look for their home. | vvb p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb n2 c-crq po32 n1 vbz j, av cc av vvb p-acp po32 n1-an. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 493 | Page 90 |
3069 | Abraham was heir of the world, yet he sojourns as a stranger in it, in Tents, because he looks for a City, v. 10. So here, Saints the heirs of all creatures, | Abraham was heir of the world, yet he sojourns as a stranger in it, in Tents, Because he looks for a city, v. 10. So Here, Saints the Heirs of all creatures, | np1 vbds n1 pp-f dt n1, av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, n1 crd av av, n2 dt n2 pp-f d n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 493 | Page 90 |
3070 | yet the Lord makes them strangers here, and hence they look for somthing else. The things God hath promised to his people are very great, but not accomplished. | yet the Lord makes them Strangers Here, and hence they look for something Else. The things God hath promised to his people Are very great, but not accomplished. | av dt n1 vvz pno32 n2 av, cc av pns32 vvb p-acp pi av. dt n2 np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 vbr av j, cc-acp xx vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 493 | Page 90 |
3071 | Why? Because full accomplishment is left till the last day, that hope may wait, and that we may live by Faith. | Why? Because full accomplishment is left till the last day, that hope may wait, and that we may live by Faith. | q-crq? p-acp j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cst n1 vmb vvi, cc cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 493 | Page 90 |
3073 | This world cannot do it, and the Lord here will not, 1 Cor. 15. 19. If our hope were only here, we were 〈 ◊ 〉 mis•r•ble. | This world cannot do it, and the Lord Here will not, 1 Cor. 15. 19. If our hope were only Here, we were 〈 ◊ 〉 mis•r•ble. | d n1 vmbx vdi pn31, cc dt n1 av vmb xx, crd np1 crd crd cs po12 n1 vbdr av-j av, pns12 vbdr 〈 sy 〉 n1-j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 493 | Page 90 |
3074 | 3. Because they see and are sensible of their deliverance from wrath to come: | 3. Because they see and Are sensible of their deliverance from wrath to come: | crd p-acp pns32 vvb cc vbr j pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 494 | Page 90 |
3075 | There hath been much wrath in the world seen, but yet the great wrath is to come, what that is they see. | a-acp vhz vbn d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, cc-acp av dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, r-crq d vbz pns32 vvb. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 494 | Page 90 | |
3076 | What their escape from it is they see. | What their escape from it is they see. | q-crq po32 n1 p-acp pn31 vbz pns32 vvb. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 494 | Page 90 |
3077 | Hence they look for Christ, when he shall appear like the rising Sun, and like a Bride-groom from his chamber to comfort them, 1 Thes. 1. 10. For the Devils look for this day, | Hence they look for christ, when he shall appear like the rising Sun, and like a Bridegroom from his chamber to Comfort them, 1 Thebes 1. 10. For the Devils look for this day, | av pns32 vvb p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi av-j dt j-vvg n1, cc av-j dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, crd np1 crd crd p-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp d n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 494 | Page 90 |
3078 | and natural men, but seeing wrath, wish themselves under rocks and mountains, and seek to smother it: | and natural men, but seeing wrath, wish themselves under Rocks and Mountains, and seek to smother it: | cc j n2, cc-acp vvg n1, vvb px32 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pn31: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 494 | Page 90 |
3079 | But Saints seeing themselves delivered, hence calmly look for it. | But Saints seeing themselves Delivered, hence calmly look for it. | cc-acp n2 vvg px32 vvn, av av-jn vvi p-acp pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 494 | Page 90 |
3080 | The sense of this love makes them say, Oh when will he come, that I may see him with these eyes! | The sense of this love makes them say, O when will he come, that I may see him with these eyes! | dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz pno32 vvi, uh c-crq vmb pns31 vvi, cst pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d n2! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 494 | Page 90 |
3081 | They fear not (for why should they) the terrour of this day. | They Fear not (for why should they) the terror of this day. | pns32 vvb xx (c-acp q-crq vmd pns32) dt n1 pp-f d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 494 | Page 90 |
3082 | 4. Because the Lord hath given unto them the first-fruits of Glory, |
4. Because the Lord hath given unto them the Firstfruits of Glory, and of that day of Glory, | crd p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 90 |
3083 | hence they look and wait for it. | hence they look and wait for it. | av pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 90 |
3084 | You know the first fruits were part of the whole vintage, hence they gave thanks for all, | You know the First fruits were part of the Whole vintage, hence they gave thanks for all, | pn22 vvb dt ord n2 vbdr n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av pns32 vvd n2 p-acp d, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 90 |
3085 | because they then looked for all, Exod. 23. Rom. 8. 23. We having the first-fruits of the Spirit, wait for the 〈 ◊ 〉. | Because they then looked for all, Exod 23. Rom. 8. 23. We having the Firstfruits of the Spirit, wait for the 〈 ◊ 〉. | c-acp pns32 av vvd p-acp d, np1 crd np1 crd crd pns12 vhg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 90 |
3086 | That look as 'tis with the wicked, that have rejected Christ, and counted his Blood • common thing, | That look as it's with the wicked, that have rejected christ, and counted his Blood • Common thing, | cst vvb c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt j, cst vhb vvn np1, cc vvd po31 n1 • j n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 90 |
3087 | and done despite to Gods Spirit, there remains nothing 〈 … 〉 for of vengeance, so here è contra. Rom. 5. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Being 〈 ◊ 〉 by Faith, now 1. Peace with God. 2. Accesse by Christ to God. 3. Standing in that Grace. 4. Shedding of love, | and done despite to God's Spirit, there remains nothing 〈 … 〉 for of vengeance, so Here è contra. Rom. 5. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Being 〈 ◊ 〉 by Faith, now 1. Peace with God. 2. Access by christ to God. 3. Standing in that Grace. 4. Shedding of love, | cc vdn p-acp p-acp npg1 n1, a-acp vvz pix 〈 … 〉 c-acp pp-f n1, av av fw-la fw-la. np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd vbg 〈 sy 〉 p-acp n1, av crd n1 p-acp np1. crd n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1. crd vvg p-acp d n1. crd vvg pp-f n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 90 |
3088 | hence not only hope, but Glory in hope of the Glory of God. | hence not only hope, but Glory in hope of the Glory of God. | av xx av-j vvi, cc-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 90 |
3089 | There is none espoused to Christ, but tast this love, feel the warmth of his fellowship, feel the abundance of his love, | There is none espoused to christ, but taste this love, feel the warmth of his fellowship, feel the abundance of his love, | pc-acp vbz pix vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp vvb d n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 90 |
3090 | but 'tis but in a little measure, in the first-fruits, hence they look for and expect the rest at his coming. | but it's but in a little measure, in the Firstfruits, hence they look for and expect the rest At his coming. | cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n2, av pns32 vvb p-acp cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 91 |
3091 | They are somtime full of fears, what if shut out at last? But when they feel the first-fruits of Glory at that day, | They Are sometime full of fears, what if shut out At last? But when they feel the Firstfruits of Glory At that day, | pns32 vbr av j pp-f n2, r-crq cs vvn av p-acp ord? p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 91 |
3092 | now they verily look for his coming. Christ dies we know, but it was not possible for him to be held long, | now they verily look for his coming. christ die we know, but it was not possible for him to be held long, | av pns32 av-j vvb p-acp po31 n-vvg. np1 vvz pns12 vvb, cc-acp pn31 vbds xx j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn av-j, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 91 |
3093 | and hence rose again, and then looked for Glory, and then was taken up to Glory: | and hence rose again, and then looked for Glory, and then was taken up to Glory: | cc av vvd av, cc av vvd p-acp n1, cc av vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 91 |
3094 | So here, the Saints lie dead in the grave of sins and fears, but its not possible for them ever to be held here; | So Here, the Saints lie dead in the grave of Sins and fears, but its not possible for them ever to be held Here; | av av, dt n2 vvb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc-acp pn31|vbz xx j p-acp pno32 av pc-acp vbi vvn av; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 91 |
3095 | hence when risen with Christ, they look upon things above, and are waiting for Glory, and at last are taken to Glory with himself. | hence when risen with christ, they look upon things above, and Are waiting for Glory, and At last Are taken to Glory with himself. | av c-crq vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vvb p-acp n2 a-acp, cc vbr vvg p-acp n1, cc p-acp ord vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp px31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 91 |
3096 | That look as Iacob, Gen. 49. 18. said, My soul waiteth for thy salvation, when the stakes and pins of this fleshly Tabernacle are loosing, | That look as Iacob, Gen. 49. 18. said, My soul waits for thy salvation, when the stakes and pins of this fleshly Tabernacle Are losing, | cst vvb p-acp np1, np1 crd crd vvn, po11 n1 vvz p-acp po21 n1, c-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d j n1 vbr vvg, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 91 |
3097 | and so the Lord is loosing him from the excellency of this world; | and so the Lord is losing him from the excellency of this world; | cc av dt n1 vbz vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 91 |
3098 | though he minds other things, yet he recalls himself, My soul waiteth for thy salvation Oh Lord. SECT. III. HEnce let all flesh take notice that there is such a time, |
though he minds other things, yet he recalls himself, My soul waits for thy salvation O Lord. SECT. III. HEnce let all Flesh take notice that there is such a time, and day, and coming of the Lord jesus. | cs pns31 vvz j-jn n2, av pns31 vvz px31, po11 n1 vvz p-acp po21 n1 uh n1. n1. np1. av vvb d n1 vvb n1 cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1, cc n1, cc vvg pp-f dt n1 np1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 495 | Page 91 |
3099 | This was the Apostles Argument to prove a resurrection, Christ is risen, and to prove this, | This was the Apostles Argument to prove a resurrection, christ is risen, and to prove this, | d vbds dt np1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 vbz vvn, cc pc-acp vvi d, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3100 | and so the resurrection from the dead at Christs coming, else is your Faith vain, i. e. | and so the resurrection from the dead At Christ coming, Else is your Faith vain, i. e. | cc av dt n1 p-acp dt j p-acp npg1 n-vvg, av vbz po22 n1 j, uh. sy. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3101 | Expectation of him vain, 1 Cor. 15. 14, & 17. Men think it easie to believe a resurrection, | Expectation of him vain, 1 Cor. 15. 14, & 17. Men think it easy to believe a resurrection, | n1 pp-f pno31 j, crd np1 crd crd, cc crd np1 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3102 | and a second coming of Christ for that end; but an hoverly sleight work is quickly done, and an hoverly Faith is quickly wrought. | and a second coming of christ for that end; but an hourly sleight work is quickly done, and an hourly Faith is quickly wrought. | cc dt ord vvg pp-f np1 p-acp d n1; cc-acp dt j n1 n1 vbz av-j vdn, cc dt j n1 vbz av-j vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3103 | But when a man comes to look considerately, Is there such a day indeed? Is there one now in the third Heavens that will fire this whole world, | But when a man comes to look considerately, Is there such a day indeed? Is there one now in the third Heavens that will fire this Whole world, | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j, vbz pc-acp d dt n1 av? vbz pc-acp crd av p-acp dt ord n2 cst vmb vvi d j-jn n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3104 | and gather his Saints to his Glory? Now its very hard. | and gather his Saints to his Glory? Now its very hard. | cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1? av pn31|vbz av j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3105 | Its usual with Satan to pierce with extremities, that when they do begin indeed to close with Christ, | Its usual with Satan to pierce with extremities, that when they do begin indeed to close with christ, | po31 j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cst c-crq pns32 vdb vvi av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3106 | and receive comfort from him, to smite them with thoughts: | and receive Comfort from him, to smite them with thoughts: | cc vvi n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3107 | Is there a Christ, and is there such a time of coming? Now of all the Arguments to convince and perswade, me-thinks none like this, viz. That there be a Generation of men in the world, that verily look for this day and see it, | Is there a christ, and is there such a time of coming? Now of all the Arguments to convince and persuade, methinks none like this, viz. That there be a Generation of men in the world, that verily look for this day and see it, | vbz a-acp dt np1, cc vbz pc-acp d dt n1 pp-f vvg? av pp-f d dt n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vvz pix av-j d, n1 cst pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, cst av-j vvb p-acp d n1 cc vvi pn31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3108 | and have the first-fruits and beginnings of it already in their souls. | and have the Firstfruits and beginnings of it already in their Souls. | cc vhb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31 av p-acp po32 n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3109 | A number of people that once never minded it, heard of it, but looked not for it, now to see it; | A number of people that once never minded it, herd of it, but looked not for it, now to see it; | dt n1 pp-f n1 cst a-acp av-x vvd pn31, vvd pp-f pn31, cc-acp vvd xx c-acp pn31, av pc-acp vvi pn31; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3110 | flesh and blood could not, Satan would not reveal it, hence God that cannot lie, hath shewn it unto them, | Flesh and blood could not, Satan would not reveal it, hence God that cannot lie, hath shown it unto them, | n1 cc n1 vmd xx, np1 vmd xx vvi pn31, av np1 cst vmbx vvi, vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno32, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3111 | so as they are in a manner eye-witnesses of it. Men will believe eye-witnesses of any thing, especially if many. | so as they Are in a manner Eyewitnesses of it. Men will believe Eyewitnesses of any thing, especially if many. | av c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 n2 pp-f pn31. np1 vmb vvi n2 pp-f d n1, av-j cs d. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3112 | Such are the espoused of the Lord in all ages. The things which we have heard and seen we speak. | Such Are the espoused of the Lord in all ages. The things which we have herd and seen we speak. | d vbr av vvn pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2. dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvn cc vvn pns12 vvb. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 496 | Page 91 |
3113 | But may they not be deceived, and conceit that which is not? | cc-acp vmb pns32 xx vbi vvn, cc n1 cst r-crq vbz xx? | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 497 | Page 91 | |
3172 | What a sad thing is it to think of a number of men that are buried in the world, | What a sad thing is it to think of a number of men that Are buried in the world, | q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3114 | True, but Divine revelation of any Truth that cannot deceive, for that is no fancy of the head, nor delusion of Satan. | True, but Divine Revelation of any Truth that cannot deceive, for that is no fancy of the head, nor delusion of Satan. | j, cc-acp j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 cst vmbx vvi, p-acp d vbz dx n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx n1 pp-f np1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 498 | Page 91 |
3115 | Now this is a secret the Spirit makes known. | Now this is a secret the Spirit makes known. | av d vbz dt j-jn dt n1 vvz vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 498 | Page 91 |
3116 | 1. In that it fils the mind and feeds the heart with it, that it carries unto God with wonderment of blessing him that ever he saw this. | 1. In that it fills the mind and feeds the heart with it, that it carries unto God with wonderment of blessing him that ever he saw this. | crd p-acp cst pn31 vvz dt n1 cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pno31 cst av pns31 vvd d. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 499 | Page 91 |
3117 | Fancies cannot feed, especially in greatest agonies: | Fancies cannot feed, especially in greatest agonies: | n2 vmbx vvi, av-j p-acp js n2: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 499 | Page 91 |
3118 | Now they chuse misery on this ground, rather than present peace here, Heb. 11. 35. Not accepting deliverance. | Now they choose misery on this ground, rather than present peace Here, Hebrew 11. 35. Not accepting deliverance. | av pns32 vvb n1 p-acp d n1, av-c cs vvi n1 av, np1 crd crd xx vvg n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 499 | Page 91 |
3119 | 2. In that it works effects crosse to Nature, nay to all a mans lusts in them. | 2. In that it works effects cross to Nature, nay to all a men Lustiest in them. | crd p-acp cst pn31 vvz n2 vvi p-acp n1, uh-x p-acp d dt ng1 n2 p-acp pno32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 500 | Page 91 |
3120 | Noah foresaw a Flood nigh, but he might be deceived. No, 'tis said he feared, kept close to God and it came, so here. | Noah foresaw a Flood High, but he might be deceived. No, it's said he feared, kept close to God and it Come, so Here. | np1 vvd dt n1 av-j, cc-acp pns31 vmd vbi vvn. uh-dx, pn31|vbz vvn pns31 vvd, vvd av-j p-acp np1 cc pn31 vvd, av av. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 500 | Page 91 |
3121 | 3. This Light whereby they see, it is not only sweet and Glorious, and cross to heart and lusts, | 3. This Light whereby they see, it is not only sweet and Glorious, and cross to heart and Lustiest, | crd d n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, pn31 vbz xx av-j j cc j, cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 501 | Page 91 |
3122 | but its sudden, that as with Paul, when going to persecute, suddenly there fell a great Light, and so he saw Christ. | but its sudden, that as with Paul, when going to persecute, suddenly there fell a great Light, and so he saw christ. | cc-acp pn31|vbz j, cst c-acp p-acp np1, c-crq vvg pc-acp vvi, av-j a-acp vvd dt j n1, cc av pns31 vvd np1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 501 | Page 91 |
3123 | So when a man goes on in his sin, and suddenly the Lord reveals this and that by a word (else 'tis a deceit) which all Angels could not do before, | So when a man Goes on in his since, and suddenly the Lord reveals this and that by a word (Else it's a deceit) which all Angels could not do before, | av c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc av-j dt n1 vvz d cc cst p-acp dt n1 (av pn31|vbz dt n1) r-crq d n2 vmd xx vdi p-acp, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 501 | Page 91 |
3124 | so as to see it, and that none can reveal it as he sees it, especially to bring this light out of darknesse, this must be miraculous power, and no dream. | so as to see it, and that none can reveal it as he sees it, especially to bring this Light out of darkness, this must be miraculous power, and no dream. | av c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, cc cst pix vmb vvi pn31 c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, av-j pc-acp vvi d n1 av pp-f n1, d vmb vbi j n1, cc dx n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 501 | Page 91 |
3125 | But what do I speak of seeing? they feel the beginnings of it in the first-fruits of it. | But what do I speak of seeing? they feel the beginnings of it in the Firstfruits of it. | p-acp q-crq vdb pns11 vvb pp-f vvg? pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 501 | Page 91 |
3126 | For two great things shall be at that day. First, Then all the Elect shall have their fill of love. | For two great things shall be At that day. First, Then all the Elect shall have their fill of love. | p-acp crd j n2 vmb vbi p-acp d n1. ord, av d dt n1 vmb vhi po32 n1 pp-f n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 502 | Page 92 |
3127 | Secondly, Triumph in Christ when in the clouds with him. | Secondly, Triumph in christ when in the Clouds with him. | ord, n1 p-acp np1 c-crq p-acp dt n2 p-acp pno31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3128 | Have they not the first here? Rom. 5. 5. The feeling of which love cannot be a Fancy, fo• it cannot conceive of it nor hold it. | Have they not the First Here? Rom. 5. 5. The feeling of which love cannot be a Fancy, fo• it cannot conceive of it nor hold it. | vhb pns32 xx dt ord av? np1 crd crd dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq n1 vmbx vbi dt n1, n1 pn31 vmbx vvi pp-f pn31 ccx vvb pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3129 | This is an infinite love, and that in the midst of the sence of sin and death. | This is an infinite love, and that in the midst of the sense of since and death. | d vbz dt j n1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3130 | That many times they are even fain to say, Lord hold. 2. Triumph, Rom. 5. 3. and that in afflictions, which make them by experience so to feel God in par•, that they triumph for time to come. | That many times they Are even fain to say, Lord hold. 2. Triumph, Rom. 5. 3. and that in afflictions, which make them by experience so to feel God in par•, that they triumph for time to come. | cst d n2 pns32 vbr av av-j pc-acp vvi, n1 vvb. crd n1, np1 crd crd cc d p-acp n2, r-crq vvb pno32 p-acp n1 av pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3131 | 'Tis •rue at times they look down the Tower, and so tremble, but while they look up here, | It's •rue At times they look down the Tower, and so tremble, but while they look up Here, | pn31|vbz j p-acp n2 pns32 vvb a-acp dt n1, cc av vvb, cc-acp cs pns32 vvb a-acp av, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3132 | then they triumph, having accesse to the Grace wherein they stand, So then look for it, there shall be such a day, | then they triumph, having access to the Grace wherein they stand, So then look for it, there shall be such a day, | cs pns32 vvb, vhg n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, av av vvi p-acp pn31, pc-acp vmb vbi d dt n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3133 | and such a coming of Christ, Rev. 1. 7. The Father hath exal•ed the Son to inesfable Glory. But Lord! | and such a coming of christ, Rev. 1. 7. The Father hath exal•ed the Son to inesfable Glory. But Lord! | cc d dt n-vvg pp-f np1, n1 crd crd dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp j n1. p-acp n1! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3134 | Who sees him as these, in his Glory, or to come forth out of his Glory? 'Tis but Table-talk. | Who sees him as these, in his Glory, or to come forth out of his Glory? It's but Table-talk. | q-crq vvz pno31 p-acp d, p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi av av pp-f po31 n1? pn31|vbz p-acp j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3135 | But behold he comes, and every eye shall see him. The Lord pities you, and holds out bowels of love, and Faith; | But behold he comes, and every eye shall see him. The Lord pities you, and holds out bowels of love, and Faith; | p-acp vvb pns31 vvz, cc d n1 vmb vvi pno31. dt n1 vvz pn22, cc vvz av n2 pp-f n1, cc n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3136 | Oh receive me, Oh cast away those bloody knive• that have pierced me; and sends his good Spirit like his hand to draw you. | O receive me, O cast away those bloody knive• that have pierced me; and sends his good Spirit like his hand to draw you. | uh vvb pno11, uh vvb av d j n1 cst vhb vvn pno11; cc vvz po31 j n1 av-j po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3137 | But Oh do you not kick his bowels, do you not pierce his hands and feet daily? And when you have done no tears! | But O do you not kick his bowels, do you not pierce his hands and feet daily? And when you have done no tears! | p-acp uh vdb pn22 xx vvi po31 n2, vdb pn22 xx vvi po31 n2 cc n2 j? cc c-crq pn22 vhb vdn dx n2! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3138 | But he cometh, and you that pierce him shall see him, &c. Consider of it therefore you that doubt of this, you that think not of this, | But he comes, and you that pierce him shall see him, etc. Consider of it Therefore you that doubt of this, you that think not of this, | p-acp pns31 vvz, cc pn22 cst vvb pno31 vmb vvi pno31, av vvb pp-f pn31 av pn22 cst vvb pp-f d, pn22 cst vvb xx pp-f d, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3139 | and hence live and lie in your lusts, and despise him. Behold he cometh! SECT. IV. HEnce behold the happinesse of all them that be espoused to the Lord Jesus, |
and hence live and lie in your Lustiest, and despise him. Behold he comes! SECT. IV. HEnce behold the happiness of all them that be espoused to the Lord jesus, in that their hope's Are laid up in Another world, At the day of the coming of the Lord jesus, 1 Cor. 15. 19. If we had hope only in this life, we were of all men most miserable. | cc av vvb cc vvi p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi pno31. vvb pns31 vvz! n1. np1 av vvi dt n1 pp-f d pno32 cst vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, p-acp d po32 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd crd cs pns12 vhd n1 av-j p-acp d n1, pns12 vbdr pp-f d n2 av-ds j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 504 | Page 92 |
3140 | Because none so foolish, or so sensible of misery as they, but our hopes stretch to another life, to the second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. | Because none so foolish, or so sensible of misery as they, but our hope's stretch to Another life, to the second coming of the Lord jesus christ. | p-acp pix av j, cc av j pp-f n1 c-acp pns32, cc-acp po12 n2 vvi p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt ord n-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 505 | Page 92 |
3141 | Suppose a man had all the Crowns of the world cast at his feet, but at last to be dragged before the judgment-seat of Christ, | Suppose a man had all the Crowns of the world cast At his feet, but At last to be dragged before the judgment seat of christ, | vvb dt n1 vhd d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp p-acp ord pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 505 | Page 92 |
3142 | and there to stand quaking, What should he be the better? What though Saints have all the miseries in this world, | and there to stand quaking, What should he be the better? What though Saints have all the misery's in this world, | cc a-acp pc-acp vvi vvg, q-crq vmd pns31 vbb dt jc? q-crq cs np1 vhb d dt n2 p-acp d n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 505 | Page 92 |
3143 | but at last with these eyes they shall see the Lord, and stand triumphing before him, | but At last with these eyes they shall see the Lord, and stand triumphing before him, | cc-acp p-acp ord p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvb vvg p-acp pno31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 505 | Page 92 |
3144 | and have a real sight and certain expectation of this. What people in the world so great as these? | and have a real sighed and certain expectation of this. What people in the world so great as these? | cc vhb dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f d. q-crq n1 p-acp dt n1 av j c-acp d? | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 505 | Page 92 |
3145 | What do they wait and expect for? |
What do they wait and expect for? Great things which may astonish the Whole Creation. | q-crq vdb pns32 vvi cc vvi p-acp? j n2 r-crq vmb vvi dt j-jn n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 506 | Page 92 |
3146 | 1. They look for him to change their vile bodies, that this their Husband At the marriage day should take away these rags, & make them like unto his Glorious body, Brighter than the Sun; | crd pns32 vvb p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po32 j n2, cst d po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 vmd vvi av d n2, cc vvi pno32 av-j p-acp po31 j n1, jc cs dt n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 508 | Page 92 | |
3147 | so that burn them, Cut them to Pieces, (as Some by the Indians have been, Lord help!) they see christ loves both, | av cst vvb pno32, vvd pno32 p-acp n2, (c-acp d p-acp dt np1 vhb vbn, n1 vvb!) pns32 vvb np1 vvz d, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 508 | Page 92 | |
3148 | and hence holds sword and soul in one hand, and scabberd in another, &c. 2. They expect he should take away all their sins, and make them like unto himself, engrave on their souls perfectly his own Image, that their enemies they feel now, they look they shall never see them more. | and hence holds sword and soul in one hand, and scabbard in Another, etc. 2. They expect he should take away all their Sins, and make them like unto himself, engrave on their Souls perfectly his own Image, that their enemies they feel now, they look they shall never see them more. | cc av vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp crd n1, cc n1 p-acp j-jn, av crd pns32 vvb pns31 vmd vvi av d po32 n2, cc vvi pno32 av-j p-acp px31, vvb p-acp po32 n2 av-j po31 d n1, cst po32 n2 pns32 vvb av, pns32 vvb pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno32 dc. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 508 | Page 92 |
3149 | 1 Iohn 3. 2. And as no evil like it, no mercy like this; | 1 John 3. 2. And as no evil like it, no mercy like this; | crd np1 crd crd cc c-acp dx j-jn av-j pn31, dx n1 av-j d; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 509 | Page 92 |
3150 | and no evil to Saints like this, that yet they should grieve the heart of such a Husband. | and no evil to Saints like this, that yet they should grieve the heart of such a Husband. | cc dx n-jn p-acp n2 av-j d, cst av pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 509 | Page 92 |
3151 | 3. They look he should take away all sorrows and tears from them, for this the Lord promiseth, | 3. They look he should take away all sorrows and tears from them, for this the Lord promises, | crd pns32 vvb pns31 vmd vvi av d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, c-acp d dt n1 vvz, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 510 | Page 92 |
3152 | and begins to execute now, but it shall be perfected then, Isa. 25. 8, 9. And hence called the times of refreshing, Acts 3. 19, 20. 'Tis true the Spouse and Church is now sorrowful to the very heart many times, | and begins to execute now, but it shall be perfected then, Isaiah 25. 8, 9. And hence called the times of refreshing, Acts 3. 19, 20. It's true the Spouse and Church is now sorrowful to the very heart many times, | cc vvz pc-acp vvi av, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn av, np1 crd crd, crd cc av vvd dt n2 pp-f vvg, n2 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz j dt n1 cc n1 vbz av j p-acp dt j n1 d n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 510 | Page 92 |
3153 | but there is a time coming that they shall never sorrow more. 4. They look he should take away all shame from them. | but there is a time coming that they shall never sorrow more. 4. They look he should take away all shame from them. | cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg cst pns32 vmb av-x n1 av-dc. crd pns32 vvb pns31 vmd vvi av d n1 p-acp pno32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 510 | Page 92 |
3154 | For no people in the world loaden with more calumnies and reproaches by the wicked and by hypocrites, and hard speeches from the Godly, | For no people in the world loaded with more calumnies and Reproaches by the wicked and by Hypocrites, and hard Speeches from the Godly, | p-acp dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dc n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j cc p-acp n2, cc j n2 p-acp dt j, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 511 | Page 93 |
3155 | and they doubt whether they be Sons or no. | and they doubt whither they be Sons or no. | cc pns32 vvb cs pns32 vbb n2 cc av-dx. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 511 | Page 93 |
3156 | Now then the whole world shall see they are Sons, and shall stand amazed at them, | Now then the Whole world shall see they Are Sons, and shall stand amazed At them, | av av dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi pns32 vbr n2, cc vmb vvi vvn p-acp pno32, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 511 | Page 93 |
3157 | and shall not doubt of it, nor themselves, fo• the Lord shall proclaim it, and they shall hear, these are my Jewels. | and shall not doubt of it, nor themselves, fo• the Lord shall proclaim it, and they shall hear, these Are my Jewels. | cc vmb xx vvi pp-f pn31, ccx px32, n1 dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, cc pns32 vmb vvi, d vbr po11 n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 511 | Page 93 |
3158 | And this they look for, 1 Iohn 3. 1, 2. 5. They then look for recompence to all their labour of love to him and his. | And this they look for, 1 John 3. 1, 2. 5. They then look for recompense to all their labour of love to him and his. | cc d pns32 vvb p-acp, crd np1 crd crd, crd crd pns32 av vvb p-acp n1 p-acp d po32 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 cc png31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 511 | Page 93 |
3159 | Hence 1 Cor. 15. 58. Knowing your labour is not in vain in the Lord. Hence the Apostle oft defers men for that recompence till now. | Hence 1 Cor. 15. 58. Knowing your labour is not in vain in the Lord. Hence the Apostle oft defers men for that recompense till now. | av crd np1 crd crd vvg po22 n1 vbz xx p-acp j p-acp dt n1. av dt n1 av vvz n2 p-acp d n1 c-acp av. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 512 | Page 93 |
3160 | The Lord shew mercy to the House of Onesephorus in that day, 2 Tim. 1. 18. So that some Hereticks have thought souls sleep till then. | The Lord show mercy to the House of Onesiphorus in that day, 2 Tim. 1. 18. So that Some Heretics have Thought Souls sleep till then. | dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd av cst d n2 vhb vvn n2 vvi c-acp av. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 512 | Page 93 |
3161 | They may pray and no answer, seek to do good, and do none. Oh but the Lord will recompence then abundantly. | They may pray and no answer, seek to do good, and do none. O but the Lord will recompense then abundantly. | pns32 vmb vvi cc dx n1, vvb pc-acp vdi j, cc vdb pix. uh p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi av av-j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 512 | Page 93 |
3162 | 6. They look then to be ever with the Lord, 1 Thes. 4. 17. Never to be parted from him, never to live without him, | 6. They look then to be ever with the Lord, 1 Thebes 4. 17. Never to be parted from him, never to live without him, | crd pns32 vvb av p-acp vbb av p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd av-x pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3163 | nay never to go away from under his wing, out of his bleeding bosom of love and endlesse and unspeakable compassions any more: | nay never to go away from under his wing, out of his bleeding bosom of love and endless and unspeakable compassions any more: | uh-x av-x pc-acp vvi av p-acp p-acp po31 n1, av pp-f po31 j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 cc j cc j n2 d av-dc: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3164 | And being with him to see his Glory, and never see the depth of it, | And being with him to see his Glory, and never see the depth of it, | cc vbg p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc av-x vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3165 | and to have the Lord to serve them, Luke 12. 37, 38. and giving whatever they call for, | and to have the Lord to serve them, Lycia 12. 37, 38. and giving whatever they call for, | cc pc-acp vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, av crd crd, crd cc vvg r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3166 | and all this when thousand thousands shall at this time be crying for a drop of water, and cannot get it. | and all this when thousand thousands shall At this time be crying for a drop of water, and cannot get it. | cc d d r-crq crd crd vmb p-acp d n1 vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vmbx vvi pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3167 | Now all this they look for, and more too: Which is, 1. Certain. | Now all this they look for, and more too: Which is, 1. Certain. | av d d pns32 vvb p-acp, cc av-dc av: r-crq vbz, crd j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3168 | For hope maketh not ashamed. 2. Which fills their hearts with Glory, and unspeakable Glory too: | For hope makes not ashamed. 2. Which fills their hearts with Glory, and unspeakable Glory too: | p-acp vvb vvz xx j. crd r-crq vvz po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc j n1 av: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3169 | for it makes it so clear and certain, that they have it all already, for though absent, hope makes it as present, Rom. 8. 24. He doth not say we shall be, | for it makes it so clear and certain, that they have it all already, for though absent, hope makes it as present, Rom. 8. 24. He does not say we shall be, | c-acp pn31 vvz pn31 av j cc j, cst pns32 vhb pn31 d av, c-acp cs j, n1 vvz pn31 p-acp j, np1 crd crd pns31 vdz xx vvi pns12 vmb vbi, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3170 | but we are saved by hope. Faith takes hold on the beginning, hope on the end. | but we Are saved by hope. Faith Takes hold on the beginning, hope on the end. | cc-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1. n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3171 | Oh the heavy wrath of God upon a world of poor, blind, ignorant men that have no hope, no hope of Christ, no hope of Glory, unlesse a flattering, dead hope. | O the heavy wrath of God upon a world of poor, blind, ignorant men that have no hope, no hope of christ, no hope of Glory, unless a flattering, dead hope. | uh dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, j, j n2 cst vhb dx n1, dx n1 pp-f np1, dx n1 pp-f n1, cs dt j-vvg, j n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3173 | and never to awaken until they see Christ in the clouds of Heaven, coming to be revenged on them. | and never to awaken until they see christ in the Clouds of Heaven, coming to be revenged on them. | cc av-x pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vvb np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3174 | Oh me-thinks I see them falling down before the Judgment-fea•, and crying out, Oh that we had known of this day! | O methinks I see them falling down before the Judgment-fea•, and crying out, O that we had known of this day! | uh vvz pns11 vvb pno32 vvg a-acp p-acp dt j, cc vvg av, uh cst pns12 vhd vvn pp-f d n1! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3175 | Oh alas that I had hope, but not such an hope, but am now deceived. Oh 'tis otherwise with Saints, they shall find what they hoped for, and infinitely more. | O alas that I had hope, but not such an hope, but am now deceived. O it's otherwise with Saints, they shall find what they hoped for, and infinitely more. | uh uh cst pns11 vhd n1, cc-acp xx d dt n1, cc-acp vbm av vvn. uh pn31|vbz av p-acp n2, pns32 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp, cc av-j av-dc. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3176 | What hurt can any do them? Let all the world come against them, their husband will come, | What hurt can any do them? Let all the world come against them, their husband will come, | q-crq n1 vmb d vdi pno32? vvb d dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32, po32 n1 vmb vvi, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3177 | and will kick them under his feet. | and will kick them under his feet. | cc vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3178 | Let them load them with reproaches, fill their hearts with sorrows, and their eyes with tears, their Lords coming will comfort them. | Let them load them with Reproaches, fill their hearts with sorrows, and their eyes with tears, their lords coming will Comfort them. | vvb pno32 vvi pno32 p-acp n2, vvb po32 n2 p-acp n2, cc po32 n2 p-acp n2, po32 n2 vvg vmb vvi pno32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3179 | Let Satan tempt, and a Father hide his face, behold the Lord cometh, that shall deliver and redeem them! | Let Satan tempt, and a Father hide his face, behold the Lord comes, that shall deliver and Redeem them! | vvb np1 vvi, cc dt n1 vvi po31 n1, vvb dt n1 vvz, cst vmb vvi cc vvi pno32! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3180 | Oh see their blessednesse, and let it draw you to make up the match with Christ, that never did it yet! | O see their blessedness, and let it draw you to make up the match with christ, that never did it yet! | uh vvb po32 n1, cc vvb pn31 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, cst av-x vdd pn31 av! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3181 | He hath bin wooing of you, longing for you, and you wooing of him again, Lord take me! | He hath been wooing of you, longing for you, and you wooing of him again, Lord take me! | pns31 vhz vbn vvg pp-f pn22, vvg p-acp pn22, cc pn22 vvg pp-f pno31 av, n1 vvb pno11! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3182 | What hinders you then from striking the match, and concluding it? To give thy self this day to him, | What hinders you then from striking the match, and concluding it? To give thy self this day to him, | q-crq vvz pn22 av p-acp vvg dt n1, cc vvg pn31? p-acp vvi po21 n1 d n1 p-acp pno31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3183 | and take him only, rejoyce in him only, when nothing thou dost can be so pleasing to him. | and take him only, rejoice in him only, when nothing thou dost can be so pleasing to him. | cc vvb pno31 av-j, vvb p-acp pno31 av-j, c-crq pix pns21 vd2 vmb vbi av vvg p-acp pno31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3184 | And now you may look and believe what one day you shall to your comfort feel. | And now you may look and believe what one day you shall to your Comfort feel. | cc av pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi r-crq crd n1 pn22 vmb p-acp po22 n1 vvi. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3185 | And account your selves most wretched creatures until the Lord be pleased to espouse you to himself. SECT. V. | And account your selves most wretched creatures until the Lord be pleased to espouse you to himself. SECT. V. | cc vvb po22 n2 av-ds j n2 p-acp dt n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp px31. n1. n1 | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 513 | Page 93 |
3186 | OR hence learn what to judge of those that never look for the coming and company of the Lord Jesus, |
OR hence Learn what to judge of those that never look for the coming and company of the Lord jesus, but it's with them, | cc av vvb r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f d cst av-x vvb p-acp dt n-vvg cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp pno32, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 514 | Page 93 |
3187 | as it was with the Israelites, when Moses was gone into the Mount, and stayed there long, the people made their Calf, | as it was with the Israelites, when Moses was gone into the Mount, and stayed there long, the people made their Calf, | c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd a-acp av-j, dt n1 vvd po32 n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 514 | Page 93 |
3188 | and went to their feasting and rejoycing: | and went to their feasting and rejoicing: | cc vvd p-acp po32 n-vvg cc vvg: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 514 | Page 93 |
3189 | So the Lord Jesus being gone for the Spirit of life, and to prepare a place of Glory, it being now long since, they make Idols of their Jewels, | So the Lord jesus being gone for the Spirit of life, and to prepare a place of Glory, it being now long since, they make Idols of their Jewels, | av dt n1 np1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbg av av-j a-acp, pns32 vvb n2 pp-f po32 n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 514 | Page 93 |
3190 | and of their own excellencies, and of whatsoever is glorious in their eyes in this world. | and of their own excellencies, and of whatsoever is glorious in their eyes in this world. | cc pp-f po32 d n2, cc pp-f r-crq vbz j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 514 | Page 93 |
3191 | Or as Christ compares the secure world, as it was in the daies of Noah, | Or as christ compares the secure world, as it was in the days of Noah, | cc c-acp np1 vvz dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 514 | Page 94 |
3192 | so shall it be, or as in the daies of Lot, when they never knew nor look't for it, though told of it; so 'tis with them. | so shall it be, or as in the days of Lot, when they never knew nor looked for it, though told of it; so it's with them. | av vmb pn31 vbi, cc c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 av-x vvd ccx vvb|pn31 p-acp pn31, cs vvn pp-f pn31; av pn31|vbz p-acp pno32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 514 | Page 94 |
3193 | Do you think these are espoused to Christ? or made ready for Christ? whose glorious appearing is never, | Do you think these Are espoused to christ? or made ready for christ? whose glorious appearing is never, | vdb pn22 vvi d vbr vvn p-acp np1? cc vvd j p-acp np1? rg-crq j vvg vbz av, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 514 | Page 94 |
3194 | or seldom, or the least thing in their thoughts, and are far from seeing and setting it before their eyes. | or seldom, or the least thing in their thoughts, and Are Far from seeing and setting it before their eyes. | cc av, cc dt ds n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vbr av-j p-acp vvg cc vvg pn31 p-acp po32 n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 514 | Page 94 |
3195 | Now because if you ask most men, Do you look for such a time to see the world consumed, | Now Because if you ask most men, Do you look for such a time to see the world consumed, | av c-acp cs pn22 vvb ds n2, vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 515 | Page 94 |
3196 | and the Lord revealed, and your Glory with him? Every one will say, yes, because indeed they have a dead hope. | and the Lord revealed, and your Glory with him? Every one will say, yes, Because indeed they have a dead hope. | cc dt n1 vvd, cc po22 n1 p-acp pno31? d crd vmb vvi, uh, c-acp av pns32 vhb dt j n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 515 | Page 94 |
3197 | I shall therefore give discoveries of it. | I shall Therefore give discoveries of it. | pns11 vmb av vvi n2 pp-f pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 515 | Page 94 |
3198 | 1. Those whose hearts prize (though their heads do not) |
1. Those whose hearts prize (though their Heads do not) and whose eyes Are dazzled with the withering Glory of this world. | crd d r-crq n2 vvb (c-acp po32 n2 vdb xx) cc rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3199 | When men lie under (not for a fit, for Christ's Disciples wondred at the Beauty of the Temple) a g•eat mistake of all things here, | When men lie under (not for a fit, for Christ's Disciples wondered At the Beauty of the Temple) a g•eat mistake of all things Here, | c-crq n2 vvb p-acp (xx p-acp dt j, p-acp npg1 n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) dt j n1 pp-f d n2 av, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3200 | and put that good in them which is not, and that worth upon them which they ought not. | and put that good in them which is not, and that worth upon them which they ought not. | cc vvd cst j p-acp pno32 r-crq vbz xx, cc d n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq pns32 vmd xx. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3201 | For he on whose eyes the Sun of Glory hath risen, and looks for the Glory which shall be revealed; | For he on whose eyes the Sun of Glory hath risen, and looks for the Glory which shall be revealed; | p-acp pns31 p-acp rg-crq n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3202 | looks upon a Dunghill world as strangers upon their Inne, and as Travellers do on their Tents, make a shift to rub it out there for a time, but Oh home. | looks upon a Dunghill world as Strangers upon their Inn, and as Travellers do on their Tents, make a shift to rub it out there for a time, but O home. | n2 p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n1, cc c-acp n2 vdb p-acp po32 n2, vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp uh av-an. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3203 | Oh that Glory that shall be revealed, Heb. 11. 13. They were strangers, because they looked for a City: | O that Glory that shall be revealed, Hebrew 11. 13. They were Strangers, Because they looked for a city: | uh cst n1 cst vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr n2, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3204 | Nay they look upon these things, as God and Christ judge of them (for they have Christ's mind) 1 Cor. 2. 15. Which stand for Cyphers in the Lords Book: | Nay they look upon these things, as God and christ judge of them (for they have Christ's mind) 1 Cor. 2. 15. Which stand for Ciphers in the lords Book: | uh pns32 vvb p-acp d n2, c-acp np1 cc np1 n1 pp-f pno32 (c-acp pns32 vhb npg1 n1) crd np1 crd crd r-crq vvb p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 n1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3205 | Nay they look upon the very miseries of this world for Christ, greater treasures than the happinesse of it, | Nay they look upon the very misery's of this world for christ, greater treasures than the happiness of it, | uh-x pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, jc n2 cs dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3206 | and hence chuse it and account their scars their Crown, their shame their Glory, their losses their gain, their sorrows their joys, | and hence choose it and account their scars their Crown, their shame their Glory, their losses their gain, their sorrows their Joys, | cc av vvi pn31 cc vvi po32 n2 po32 n1, po32 n1 po32 n1, po32 n2 po32 n1, po32 n2 po32 n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3207 | as Heb. 11. 25, 26. Moses chose to suffer, and esteemed Christs reproach his Glory. | as Hebrew 11. 25, 26. Moses chosen to suffer, and esteemed Christ reproach his Glory. | c-acp np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc vvd npg1 n1 po31 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3208 | And why? He had an eye to the recompence of reward, and saw the God invisible. | And why? He had an eye to the recompense of reward, and saw the God invisible. | cc q-crq? pns31 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd dt n1 j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3209 | And 2 Cor. 4. 17. It works an exceeding weight of Glory. | And 2 Cor. 4. 17. It works an exceeding weight of Glory. | cc crd np1 crd crd pn31 vvz dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3210 | That look as 'tis with a man that is born to great hopes of a Crown and Kingdom, | That look as it's with a man that is born to great hope's of a Crown and Kingdom, | cst vvb c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3211 | and therefore brought up not in the Countrey, but in the Court; | and Therefore brought up not in the Country, but in the Court; | cc av vvd a-acp xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3212 | let a poor man offer him his thatcht house, and promise him if he will come and live with him, | let a poor man offer him his thatched house, and promise him if he will come and live with him, | vvb dt j n1 vvi pno31 po31 j-vvn n1, cc vvb pno31 cs pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3213 | and serve him in his patcht cloaths, What will he say? No, be gone to your friends, I am a greater man than you can make me, so here; | and serve him in his patched clothes, What will he say? No, be gone to your Friends, I am a greater man than you can make me, so Here; | cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 j-vvn n2, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi? uh-dx, vbb vvn p-acp po22 n2, pns11 vbm dt jc n1 cs pn22 vmb vvi pno11, av av; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3214 | A man that is born and begotten to a lively hope of a Crown now by the resurrection of Christ, | A man that is born and begotten to a lively hope of a Crown now by the resurrection of christ, | dt n1 cst vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3215 | and brought up under the wings and care of Christ, to the hopes of a better world, offer never so much, promise never so fair, I am greater than all the world can make me, I must not have, | and brought up under the wings and care of christ, to the hope's of a better world, offer never so much, promise never so fair, I am greater than all the world can make me, I must not have, | cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt jc n1, vvb av-x av av-d, vvb av-x av j, pns11 vbm jc cs d dt n1 vmb vvi pno11, pns11 vmb xx vhi, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3217 | and hence looks to honour then, and peace and glory then, Col. 3. 1, 2, 3. Its clear then thou lookest upon the things of the world as great things; | and hence looks to honour then, and peace and glory then, Col. 3. 1, 2, 3. Its clear then thou Lookest upon the things of the world as great things; | cc av vvz pc-acp vvi av, cc n1 cc n1 av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd po31 j cs pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 c-acp j n2; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3218 | Oh to have such honour, such an estate, so many Cowes and Goats, so much ground paled in, | O to have such honour, such an estate, so many Cows and Goats, so much ground paled in, | uh p-acp vhi d n1, d dt n1, av d n2 cc n2, av d n1 vvn p-acp, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3219 | so many ploughs, lands and oxen fit to labour, so much gain to come in every year, | so many ploughs, Lands and oxen fit to labour, so much gain to come in every year, | av d n2, n2 cc n2 j pc-acp vvi, av av-d vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3220 | and such parts, & gifts and duties to get me a name, to live before the best men, | and such parts, & Gifts and duties to get me a name, to live before the best men, | cc d n2, cc n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno11 dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3221 | and to be good signs (to comfort me) of the favour of God: This is a goodly thing, the very hopes heat and warm the heart. | and to be good Signs (to Comfort me) of the favour of God: This is a goodly thing, the very hope's heat and warm the heart. | cc pc-acp vbi j n2 (pc-acp vvi pno11) pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: d vbz dt j n1, dt j n2 n1 cc vvi dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 516 | Page 94 |
3222 | 1. If you do not find pangs in parting with a friend, a bosom-blessing so dear, you are not dead yet to it, | 1. If you do not find pangs in parting with a friend, a bosom-blessing so dear, you Are not dead yet to it, | crd cs pn22 vdb xx vvi n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, dt n1 av j-jn, pn22 vbr xx j av p-acp pn31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 517 | Page 94 |
3223 | nor risen to a lively hope of better things. | nor risen to a lively hope of better things. | ccx vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f jc n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 517 | Page 94 |
3224 | 2. He that doth not prize the evils of the world, more than the good in it, his eyes are dazeled with it: | 2. He that does not prize the evils of the world, more than the good in it, his eyes Are dazzled with it: | crd pns31 cst vdz xx vvi dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1, av-dc cs dt j p-acp pn31, po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 94 |
3225 | If the life of the world be not death to thee, the comfort of the world sorrow to thee, Oh they draw thy heart from God: | If the life of the world be not death to thee, the Comfort of the world sorrow to thee, O they draw thy heart from God: | cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb xx n1 p-acp pno21, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 p-acp pno21, uh pns32 vvb po21 n1 p-acp np1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 94 |
3226 | Hence called lying vanities. Look as 'tis with a King or Master that gives Talents to use, they cast them by, | Hence called lying vanities. Look as it's with a King or Master that gives Talents to use, they cast them by, | av vvd vvg n2. vvb p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst vvz n2 pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 94 |
3227 | and fish for themselves, they look not for the coming of their Masters: | and Fish for themselves, they look not for the coming of their Masters: | cc n1 p-acp px32, pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 94 |
3228 | So the Lord gives you his Ordinances, and Word to use for him, and you scramble for your selves, to enrich, | So the Lord gives you his Ordinances, and Word to use for him, and you scramble for your selves, to enrich, | av dt n1 vvz pn22 po31 n2, cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vvi, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 94 |
3229 | and honour, and comfort your selves, you look not for the Lord. | and honour, and Comfort your selves, you look not for the Lord. | cc n1, cc vvb po22 n2, pn22 vvb xx p-acp dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 94 |
3230 | Factors that go far for wealth, they will not bring home stones and rubbish, which they know will not go in their own Countrey, | Factors that go Far for wealth, they will not bring home stones and rubbish, which they know will not go in their own Country, | ng1 cst vvb av-j p-acp n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi av-an n2 cc n1, r-crq pns32 vvb vmb xx vvi p-acp po32 d n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 94 |
3231 | hence other things that are of more price he spends his time for: So here. | hence other things that Are of more price he spends his time for: So Here. | av j-jn n2 cst vbr pp-f dc n1 pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp: av av. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 94 |
3232 | What do you do? You that eat the bread of carefulnesse, sell your commodities dear, | What do you do? You that eat the bred of carefulness, fell your commodities dear, | q-crq vdi pn22 vdb? pn22 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb po22 n2 j-jn, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 95 |
3233 | and set your buyers on Tainter-hooks? I look to be rich. You that can speak well, and have parts, and professe fairly; | and Set your buyers on Tainter-hooks? I look to be rich. You that can speak well, and have parts, and profess fairly; | cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp n2? pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi j. pn22 cst vmb vvi av, cc vhb n2, cc vvb av-j; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 95 |
3234 | but go into your Closets, God is neglected in your hearts, your constant union to Christ, dependance on Christ, approving your selves to Christ, is not maintained. I would fain be honoured. | but go into your Closets, God is neglected in your hearts, your constant Union to christ, dependence on christ, approving your selves to christ, is not maintained. I would fain be honoured. | cc-acp vvb p-acp po22 n2, np1 vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2, po22 j n1 p-acp np1, n1 p-acp np1, vvg po22 n2 p-acp np1, vbz xx vvn. pns11 vmd av-j vbi vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 95 |
3235 | You are come far from your own Countrey: Why did you depart thence? To be free from trouble. | You Are come Far from your own Country: Why did you depart thence? To be free from trouble. | pn22 vbr vvn av-j p-acp po22 d n1: q-crq vdd pn22 vvi av? pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 95 |
3236 | And now here, what stay you for? Oh for ease. | And now Here, what stay you for? O for ease. | cc av av, q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp? uh p-acp n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 95 |
3237 | Will these Coynes go, and be taken at the last day? No, you look not for that. | Will these Coins go, and be taken At the last day? No, you look not for that. | n1 d n2 vvb, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1? uh-dx, pn22 vvb xx p-acp d. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 518 | Page 95 |
3238 | II. They that say they look for Christ, |
II They that say they look for christ, but do not rejoice abundantly in hope of this time. | crd pns32 cst vvb pns32 vvb p-acp np1, p-acp vdi xx vvi av-j p-acp n1 pp-f d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 519 | Page 95 |
3855 | for that is in vain, but more of the special powerful presence and fulnesse of it, | for that is in vain, but more of the special powerful presence and fullness of it, | p-acp d vbz p-acp j, cc-acp av-dc pp-f dt j j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3239 | Sometimes the hopes of Gods people begin to die, and then comfortlesse, but when their hopes are up, | Sometime the hope's of God's people begin to die, and then comfortless, but when their hope's Are up, | av dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc av j, cc-acp c-crq po32 n2 vbr a-acp, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 519 | Page 95 |
3240 | and stirring, and not wounded by some sin or sleeping, there is a double joy that now they have. | and stirring, and not wounded by Some since or sleeping, there is a double joy that now they have. | cc vvg, cc xx vvn p-acp d n1 cc j-vvg, pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 cst av pns32 vhb. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 519 | Page 95 |
3241 | 1. This alone comforts them and fils them, Iohn 14. 1, 2, 3. So that they wonder at God, | 1. This alone comforts them and fills them, John 14. 1, 2, 3. So that they wonder At God, | crd d j n2 pno32 cc vvz pno32, np1 crd crd, crd, crd av cst pns32 vvb p-acp np1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 520 | Page 95 |
3242 | though they have never so little here, to have these blessings now, and everlasting Glory, endlesse compassions and mercy at that day, Iohn 16. 22. 2. This joy is Glorious joy, highest comfort, Rom. 5. 3. We Glory in hope of the glory of God. Disgraced, but then honoured; | though they have never so little Here, to have these blessings now, and everlasting Glory, endless compassions and mercy At that day, John 16. 22. 2. This joy is Glorious joy, highest Comfort, Rom. 5. 3. We Glory in hope of the glory of God. Disgraced, but then honoured; | cs pns32 vhb av-x av j av, pc-acp vhi d n2 av, cc j n1, j n2 cc n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd crd d n1 vbz j n1, js n1, np1 crd crd pns12 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. vvd, cc-acp av vvn; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 520 | Page 95 |
3243 | hated of men, but then loved of Christ; poor, but then enriched; miserable, but then blessed; empty, but then filled; fatherlesse, friendlesse, but then glorified. | hated of men, but then loved of christ; poor, but then enriched; miserable, but then blessed; empty, but then filled; fatherless, friendless, but then glorified. | j-vvn pp-f n2, cc-acp av vvn pp-f np1; j, cc-acp av vvn; j, cc-acp av vvn; j, cc-acp av vvn; j, j, cc-acp av vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 521 | Page 95 |
3244 | Oh I tell you miseries thus considered, are sweet! Can it be otherwise? Now you say you hope and look for this day. | O I tell you misery's thus considered, Are sweet! Can it be otherwise? Now you say you hope and look for this day. | uh pns11 vvb pn22 n2 av vvn, vbr j! vmb pn31 vbi av? av pn22 vvb pn22 vvb cc vvi p-acp d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 521 | Page 95 |
3245 | Where is your comfort of it? Where is your glory in it? Acts 1. 11, 12. Compared with Luke 24. 52. So thou wilt be in the Temple, | Where is your Comfort of it? Where is your glory in it? Acts 1. 11, 12. Compared with Lycia 24. 52. So thou wilt be in the Temple, | q-crq vbz po22 n1 pp-f pn31? q-crq vbz po22 n1 p-acp pn31? vvz crd crd, crd vvn p-acp av crd crd np1 pns21 vm2 vbi p-acp dt n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 521 | Page 95 |
3246 | nay in the fields rejoycing and blessing the Lord, that ever he should intend to set thee at his right hand, at that great day of his coming. | nay in the fields rejoicing and blessing the Lord, that ever he should intend to Set thee At his right hand, At that great day of his coming. | uh-x p-acp dt n2 vvg cc vvg dt n1, cst av pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 521 | Page 95 |
3247 | No man but hath something to joy his heart. | No man but hath something to joy his heart. | dx n1 cc-acp vhz pi pc-acp vvi po31 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 521 | Page 95 |
3248 | Is it Corn, and wine and Oyl, and not the Light of Gods countenance at this day? Its a sign they never look for it. | Is it Corn, and wine and Oil, and not the Light of God's countenance At this day? Its a Signen they never look for it. | vbz pn31 n1, cc n1 cc n1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n1? pn31|vbz dt n1 pns32 av-x vvb p-acp pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 521 | Page 95 |
3249 | Do the world rejoyce in their hopes, and not Saints? III. They that content themselves with any measure of holinesse and Grace; | Do the world rejoice in their hope's, and not Saints? III. They that content themselves with any measure of holiness and Grace; | vdb dt n1 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc xx n2? np1. pns32 cst vvb px32 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 521 | Page 95 |
3250 | they look not for Christs coming and company. | they look not for Christ coming and company. | pns32 vvb xx p-acp npg1 vvg cc n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 522 | Page 95 |
3251 | For Saints that do look for him, |
For Saints that do look for him, though they have not that Holiness and Grace they would have, | p-acp n2 cst vdb vvi p-acp pno31, cs pns32 vhb xx d n1 cc n1 pns32 vmd vhi, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 522 | Page 95 |
3252 | yet they rest not satisfied with any measure, 1 John 3. 3. He that hath this hope purifieth himself as he is pure. | yet they rest not satisfied with any measure, 1 John 3. 3. He that hath this hope Purifieth himself as he is pure. | av pns32 vvb xx vvn p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz d n1 vvz px31 c-acp pns31 vbz j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 522 | Page 95 |
3253 | Christ finds us not lovely, but makes us lovely, by putting on his own garments, imprinting his own Image. | christ finds us not lovely, but makes us lovely, by putting on his own garments, imprinting his own Image. | np1 vvz pno12 xx j, cc-acp vvz pno12 j, p-acp vvg p-acp po31 d n2, vvg po31 d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 522 | Page 95 |
3254 | Hence Saints content not themselves with any dressings, till made glorious, and so fit for fellowship with that Spouse. | Hence Saints content not themselves with any dressings, till made glorious, and so fit for fellowship with that Spouse. | av n2 vvb xx px32 p-acp d n2-vvg, c-acp vvn j, cc av j p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 522 | Page 95 |
3255 | And when the Soul sees this Love to be a Son, and then to be proclaimed Heir, Oh this makes them set Christ himself as the pattern to walk by. Now therefore, | And when the Soul sees this Love to be a Son, and then to be proclaimed Heir, O this makes them Set christ himself as the pattern to walk by. Now Therefore, | cc c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn n1, uh d vvz pno32 vvn np1 px31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. av av, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 522 | Page 95 |
3256 | 1. When men shall think this way is bad, & another way of some Saints is good, | 1. When men shall think this Way is bad, & Another Way of Some Saints is good, | crd c-crq n2 vmb vvi d n1 vbz j, cc j-jn n1 pp-f d n2 vbz j, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 523 | Page 95 |
3257 | and so take a Copy of his course from them, and now is well, this only is to be pure as man is pure. | and so take a Copy of his course from them, and now is well, this only is to be pure as man is pure. | cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc av vbz av, d av-j vbz pc-acp vbi j c-acp n1 vbz j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 523 | Page 95 |
3258 | 2. When a man leaves not till he gets such a measure of Faith and Grace, | 2. When a man leaves not till he gets such a measure of Faith and Grace, | crd c-crq dt n1 vvz xx c-acp pns31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 524 | Page 95 |
3259 | and now when he hath got this, contents himself with this as a good sign he shall be saved, he looks not for Christ. Or | and now when he hath god this, contents himself with this as a good Signen he shall be saved, he looks not for christ. Or | cc av c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d, vvz px31 p-acp d c-acp dt j n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn, pns31 vvz xx p-acp np1. cc | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 524 | Page 95 |
3260 | 3. When men are heavily loaden with sin, then close with Christ, and then are comforted, sealed, | 3. When men Are heavily loaded with since, then close with christ, and then Are comforted, sealed, | crd c-crq n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1, av av-j p-acp np1, cc av vbr vvn, vvn, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 525 | Page 95 |
3261 | and have joy that fils them, and now the work is done, and they are past Grace, | and have joy that fills them, and now the work is done, and they Are passed Grace, | cc vhb n1 cst vvz pno32, cc av dt n1 vbz vdn, cc pns32 vbr p-acp n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 525 | Page 95 |
3262 | and past Repentance, and daily cleansing, now they study not what to do for Christ, that neither Family no• Church where they live, are the better for them. | and past Repentance, and daily cleansing, now they study not what to do for christ, that neither Family no• Church where they live, Are the better for them. | cc j n1, cc av-j vvg, av pns32 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp np1, cst dx n1 n1 n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, vbr dt jc p-acp pno32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 525 | Page 95 |
3263 | 4. When men shall not content themselves with any measure, but wish they had more, | 4. When men shall not content themselves with any measure, but wish they had more, | crd c-crq n2 vmb xx vvi px32 p-acp d n1, cc-acp vvb pns32 vhd av-dc, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 95 |
3264 | if Grace would grow, while they tell Clocks, and sit idle, and so God must do all, | if Grace would grow, while they tell Clocks, and fit idle, and so God must do all, | cs n1 vmd vvi, cs pns32 vvb n2, cc vvb j, cc av np1 vmb vdi d, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 95 |
3265 | but do not purge themselves, and make work of it (Indeed Saints purge not themselves of themselves, | but do not purge themselves, and make work of it (Indeed Saints purge not themselves of themselves, | cc-acp vdb xx vvi px32, cc vvi n1 pp-f pn31 (av n2 vvb xx px32 pp-f px32, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 95 |
3266 | for dirty hands will never wash a foul face) but by a daily dependance on, | for dirty hands will never wash a foul face) but by a daily dependence on, | p-acp j n2 vmb av-x vvi dt j n1) cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 a-acp, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 95 |
3267 | and importunity of Faith sigh after the Lord to do it; | and importunity of Faith sighs After the Lord to do it; | cc n1 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3268 | verily if not thus, you look not for Christ, 2 Pet. 3. 11, 12, 14. For if you did, you would say and think, | verily if not thus, you look not for christ, 2 Pet. 3. 11, 12, 14. For if you did, you would say and think, | av-j cs xx av, pn22 vvb xx p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd p-acp cs pn22 vdd, pn22 vmd vvi cc vvi, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3269 | if to be like him be my Glory, Oh then that I might then have it now. | if to be like him be my Glory, O then that I might then have it now. | cs pc-acp vbi av-j pno31 vbi po11 n1, uh av d pns11 vmd av vhi pn31 av. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3270 | Sons that are born to their hopes in the Court, will go in the Court-fashion: | Sons that Are born to their hope's in the Court, will go in the Court-fashion: | ng1 cst vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3271 | Beggars that are born and brought up under hedges, content themselves with their rags, so here: | Beggars that Are born and brought up under hedges, content themselves with their rags, so Here: | n2 cst vbr vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp n2, vvi px32 p-acp po32 n2, av av: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3272 | Lord where is this Spirit? especially even among us. | Lord where is this Spirit? especially even among us. | n1 c-crq vbz d n1? av-j av p-acp pno12. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3273 | There is scarce any but either would be honest, and then hopes God accepts of his will, | There is scarce any but either would be honest, and then hope's God accepts of his will, | pc-acp vbz av-j d p-acp d vmd vbi j, cc av vvz np1 vvz pp-f po31 n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3274 | or will be so, & then 'tis only so much as will credit or comfort him. | or will be so, & then it's only so much as will credit or Comfort him. | cc vmb vbi av, cc av pn31|vbz av-j av av-d c-acp vmb vvi cc vvi pno31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3275 | Lord where is the man that mourns for this, how far short he falls of Christ, of Christs thoughts, Christs prayers, Christs speeches, Christs meekness, | Lord where is the man that mourns for this, how Far short he falls of christ, of Christ thoughts, Christ Prayers, Christ Speeches, Christ meekness, | n1 q-crq vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d, c-crq av-j j pns31 vvz pp-f np1, pp-f npg1 n2, npg1 n2, npg1 n2, npg1 n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3276 | but only patches up his comforts with some ends of Gold and Silver, and shreds of Honesty: | but only Patches up his comforts with Some ends of Gold and Silver, and shreds of Honesty: | cc-acp j n2 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n2 pp-f n1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3277 | He hath heard others teach and preach, and gets some shreds of knowledge, thence he sees what others are, | He hath herd Others teach and preach, and gets Some shreds of knowledge, thence he sees what Others Are, | pns31 vhz vvn ng2-jn vvi cc vvi, cc vvz d n2 pp-f n1, av pns31 vvz r-crq n2-jn vbr, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3278 | and do, and gets somewhat to be like them. | and do, and gets somewhat to be like them. | cc vdb, cc vvz av pc-acp vbi av-j pno32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3279 | Have we not cryed out, men are too good to be better in our own Land? And unlesse a few under Affliction or Temptation, who is? I pray God such a race come not over hither, where God looks you should get a higher pitch; | Have we not cried out, men Are too good to be better in our own Land? And unless a few under Affliction or Temptation, who is? I pray God such a raze come not over hither, where God looks you should get a higher pitch; | vhb pns12 xx vvn av, n2 vbr av j pc-acp vbi jc p-acp po12 d n1? cc cs dt d p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz? pns11 vvb np1 d dt n1 vvb xx a-acp av, c-crq np1 vvz pn22 vmd vvi dt jc n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3280 | put off your wildernesse-shoes, get those sins removed that provoked God there; | put off your wilderness-shoes, get those Sins removed that provoked God there; | vvb a-acp po22 n2, vvb d n2 vvd cst vvd np1 a-acp; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3281 | or else besides the misery of a heart-brand upon thee, thou dost not look for Christ, | or Else beside the misery of a heart-brand upon thee, thou dost not look for christ, | cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno21, pns21 vd2 xx vvi p-acp np1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3282 | and therefore art either not espoused, or asleep; and shalt if not by the Word, by the terrour of God be dreadfully awakened. | and Therefore art either not espoused, or asleep; and shalt if not by the Word, by the terror of God be dreadfully awakened. | cc av n1 av-d xx vvn, cc j; cc vm2 cs xx p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb av-j vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3283 | Oh New-England, New-England, that art now making a conquest of the world, and seekest for the spoyl of it to enrich thy self, to recover thy losses, | O New england, New england, that art now making a conquest of the world, and Seekest for the spoil of it to enrich thy self, to recover thy losses, | uh np1, np1, cst vb2r av vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, pc-acp vvi po21 n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3284 | and therefore makest a truce with thy distempers for a time, and dost not purge thy self as Christ is pure, I dare not yet tell thee what Christ Jesus hath to say unto thee! | and Therefore Makest a truce with thy distempers for a time, and dost not purge thy self as christ is pure, I Dare not yet tell thee what christ jesus hath to say unto thee! | cc av vv2 dt n1 p-acp po21 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vd2 xx vvi po21 n1 c-acp np1 vbz j, pns11 vvb xx av vvi pno21 r-crq np1 np1 vhz p-acp vvi p-acp pno21! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3285 | Therefore think of this, if not thus, you have no hope, 'tis but talk and notion in thy head. | Therefore think of this, if not thus, you have no hope, it's but talk and notion in thy head. | av vvb pp-f d, cs xx av, pn22 vhb dx n1, pn31|vbz p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3286 | And you that do not, he shall come in a time when thou lookest not for him: | And you that do not, he shall come in a time when thou Lookest not for him: | cc pn22 cst vdb xx, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 xx p-acp pno31: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3287 | And hast not so much Grace as the five foolish Virgins had? This is the frame of men and Professors, what are they? They were troubled, humiliation is past, they have looked for salvation by Christ, that is past; | And hast not so much Grace as the five foolish Virgins had? This is the frame of men and Professors, what Are they? They were troubled, humiliation is past, they have looked for salvation by christ, that is past; | cc vh2 xx av av-d vvi p-acp dt crd j n2 vhd? d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr pns32? pns32 vbdr vvn, n1 vbz j, pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cst vbz j; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3288 | they have been comforted, that is past; | they have been comforted, that is past; | pns32 vhb vbn vvn, cst vbz j; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3289 | What Holinesse? They will pray in Families, keep company with Saints, get into Christ, receive Sacraments, that is past. | What Holiness? They will pray in Families, keep company with Saints, get into christ, receive Sacraments, that is past. | q-crq n1? pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n2, vvb n1 p-acp n2, vvb p-acp np1, vvb n2, cst vbz j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3290 | What lack they yet? Many wants, but God accepts their desires for what they want, | What lack they yet? Many Wants, but God accepts their Desires for what they want, | q-crq n1 pns32 av? av-d vvz, cc-acp np1 vvz po32 n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3291 | and that is their Circle of Honesty now, and there rest. | and that is their Circle of Honesty now, and there rest. | cc d vbz po32 n1 pp-f n1 av, cc pc-acp vvi. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3292 | Is it not thus? Is this to purge like Christ? If any have more, Oh wonder at the Lord for it. | Is it not thus? Is this to purge like christ? If any have more, O wonder At the Lord for it. | vbz pn31 xx av? vbz d pc-acp vvi av-j np1? cs d vhb n1, uh vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3293 | But if not, Oh thy doom! SECT. VI. OH you espoused and beloved of the Lord, |
But if not, O thy doom! SECT. VI. O you espoused and Beloved of the Lord, look for his coming, look for his company; | p-acp cs xx, uh po21 n1! n1. crd. uh pn22 vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, vvb p-acp po31 n-vvg, vvb p-acp po31 n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 526 | Page 96 |
3294 | the world looks not for him, because they care not for him. | the world looks not for him, Because they care not for him. | dt n1 vvz xx p-acp pno31, c-acp pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 527 | Page 96 |
3295 | Will you also depart? Hath he called thee as a Virgin forsaken, and not comforted, | Will you also depart? Hath he called thee as a Virgae forsaken, and not comforted, | vmb pn22 av vvi? vhz pns31 vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 vvn, cc xx vvn, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 527 | Page 96 |
3296 | as a wife of youth, and given himself to thee, and given thee a heart to give content to him, | as a wife of youth, and given himself to thee, and given thee a heart to give content to him, | c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn px31 p-acp pno21, cc vvn pno21 dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 527 | Page 96 |
3297 | and thy self to him in lieu of his love, life and all, if it might do him any good? Oh are you born to so great hopes, | and thy self to him in lieu of his love, life and all, if it might do him any good? O Are you born to so great hope's, | cc po21 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 cc d, cs pn31 vmd vdi pno31 d j? uh vbr pn22 vvn p-acp av j n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 527 | Page 96 |
3298 | and are they not worth the looking af•ter? God forbid. Do this therefore especially in these five Cases. | and Are they not worth the looking af•ter? God forbid. Do this Therefore especially in these five Cases. | cc vbr pns32 xx j dt j-vvg n1? np1 vvb. vdb d av av-j p-acp d crd n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 527 | Page 96 |
3299 | 1. In case of strangenesse felt between thy soul and Christ: | 1. In case of strangeness felt between thy soul and christ: | crd p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po21 n1 cc np1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 528 | Page 96 |
3300 | It may be thou thinkest, Oh he that hath saved, preserved me, called me, when I never lookt after him, redeemed me when a captive, every moment pardons me, a daily friend unto me, that hath given me Ordinances, given me the comfort of them: | It may be thou Thinkest, O he that hath saved, preserved me, called me, when I never looked After him, redeemed me when a captive, every moment Pardons me, a daily friend unto me, that hath given me Ordinances, given me the Comfort of them: | pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vv2, uh pns31 cst vhz vvn, vvn pno11, vvd pno11, c-crq pns11 av-x vvd p-acp pno31, vvd pno11 c-crq dt j-jn, d n1 vvz pno11, dt j n1 p-acp pno11, cst vhz vvn pno11 n2, vvn pno11 dt n1 pp-f pno32: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 528 | Page 96 |
3301 | But Oh yet to be a stranger to him, this cuts: | But O yet to be a stranger to him, this cuts: | cc-acp uh av p-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31, d n2: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 528 | Page 96 |
3320 | and every one against Christ, as this day the world is coming to the last fit of madnesse against the Lord of Glory. | and every one against christ, as this day the world is coming to the last fit of madness against the Lord of Glory. | cc d pi p-acp np1, c-acp d n1 dt n1 vbz vvg p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 531 | Page 97 |
3302 | Oh look now for this time, 1 Th. 4. 17, 18. When thou shalt see that bleeding heart, that hath loved thee above all Princes and Angels; | O look now for this time, 1 Th. 4. 17, 18. When thou shalt see that bleeding heart, that hath loved thee above all Princes and Angels; | uh vvb av p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi d j-vvg n1, cst vhz vvn pno21 p-acp d n2 cc n2; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 528 | Page 96 |
3303 | that body in the Glory of the Father, and be as familiar with him as thou art with any friend, | that body in the Glory of the Father, and be as familiar with him as thou art with any friend, | d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vbi a-acp j-jn p-acp pno31 c-acp pns21 vb2r p-acp d n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 528 | Page 96 |
3304 | and see his Glory, and the Father in him, and know as thou art known. Oh look for this, for it shall be so. | and see his Glory, and the Father in him, and know as thou art known. O look for this, for it shall be so. | cc vvi po31 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvb c-acp pns21 vb2r vvn. uh vvb p-acp d, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi av. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 528 | Page 96 |
3305 | 2. In case Gods promises are not made good to thee. | 2. In case God's promises Are not made good to thee. | crd p-acp n1 npg1 n2 vbr xx vvn j p-acp pno21. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 529 | Page 97 |
3306 | For at that instant a man beleeves he gives Christ and all things, all Grace, all consolation, all Glory, | For At that instant a man believes he gives christ and all things, all Grace, all consolation, all Glory, | p-acp p-acp d n-jn dt n1 vvz pns31 vvz np1 cc d n2, d n1, d n1, d n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 529 | Page 97 |
3307 | but 'tis in the promise, because he would have them live by Faith a while here, as by sence in Heaven; | but it's in the promise, Because he would have them live by Faith a while Here, as by sense in Heaven; | cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 av, c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 529 | Page 97 |
3308 | and being wrapt up in the promise, they feel it not, only plead with God: | and being wrapped up in the promise, they feel it not, only plead with God: | cc vbg vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb pn31 xx, av-j vvb p-acp np1: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 529 | Page 97 |
3309 | Hast not said Lord, thou wilt subdue iniquities, purge me as Gold is tried? Why then do I go childlesse, gracelesse? No more Grace, no more Spirit, no better heart for thee! | Hast not said Lord, thou wilt subdue iniquities, purge me as Gold is tried? Why then do I go childless, graceless? No more Grace, no more Spirit, no better heart for thee! | vh2 xx vvn n1, pns21 vm2 vvi n2, vvb pno11 p-acp n1 vbz vvn? uh-crq av vdb pns11 vvi j, j? av-dx dc n1, av-dx dc n1, av-dx jc n1 p-acp pno21! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 529 | Page 97 |
3310 | Oh now the heart calls in question Gods promise or sinks! | O now the heart calls in question God's promise or sinks! | uh av dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 npg1 n1 cc n2! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 529 | Page 97 |
3311 | Oh now remember this day, for the perfect restitution of all things, perfect accomplishment of all promises is reserved for this time, Isa. 25. 9. Thou prayest for many things, but they come not; | O now Remember this day, for the perfect restitution of all things, perfect accomplishment of all promises is reserved for this time, Isaiah 25. 9. Thou Prayest for many things, but they come not; | uh av vvb d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2, j n1 pp-f d n2 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd pns21 vv2 p-acp d n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb xx; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 529 | Page 97 |
3312 | Christ reserves the payment till this day. | christ reserves the payment till this day. | np1 vvz dt n1 c-acp d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 529 | Page 97 |
3313 | What a comfort is this? What a sweet speech was it of Ioshua, Josh. 23. 14. One thing hath not failed, when he had conquered the Land. So then when the conquest is made, to see all the promises made good to thee. | What a Comfort is this? What a sweet speech was it of Ioshua, Josh. 23. 14. One thing hath not failed, when he had conquered the Land. So then when the conquest is made, to see all the promises made good to thee. | q-crq dt n1 vbz d? q-crq dt j n1 vbds pn31 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd crd n1 vhz xx vvn, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 av av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vvi d dt n2 vvd j p-acp pno21. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 529 | Page 97 |
3314 | 3. In case of Gods absence or withdrawing, or when thou feelest but little of his presence here in his Providences or in his Ordinances, private, publick, and that in New-England too. | 3. In case of God's absence or withdrawing, or when thou Feel but little of his presence Here in his Providences or in his Ordinances, private, public, and that in New england too. | crd p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n-vvg, cc c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp j pp-f po31 n1 av p-acp po31 n2 cc p-acp po31 n2, j, j, cc cst p-acp np1 av. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 530 | Page 97 |
3315 | Thou hast found one half hours time with the Lord, alone, sweeter and better than a thousand worlds. Oh but this holds not! | Thou hast found one half hours time with the Lord, alone, Sweeten and better than a thousand world's. O but this holds not! | pns21 vh2 vvn pi j-jn n2 n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j, jc cc jc cs dt crd n2. uh p-acp d vvz xx! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 530 | Page 97 |
3316 | Thou maist it may be wait on the Lord in his Ordinances, and go away with a sad heart, Oh I cannot see him, | Thou Mayest it may be wait on the Lord in his Ordinances, and go away with a sad heart, O I cannot see him, | pns21 vm2 pn31 vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvb av p-acp dt j n1, uh pns11 vmbx vvi pno31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 530 | Page 97 |
3317 | and canst not find out the cause why so heavy, and vile, and so loathest thy self, Oh now think of this day, 1 Cor. 15. 28. Then God shall be all in all, then thou shalt have thy fill of love, and fill of God. | and Canst not find out the cause why so heavy, and vile, and so loathest thy self, O now think of this day, 1 Cor. 15. 28. Then God shall be all in all, then thou shalt have thy fill of love, and fill of God. | cc vm2 xx vvi av dt n1 uh-crq av j, cc j, cc av vv2 po21 n1, uh av vvb pp-f d n1, crd np1 crd crd av np1 vmb vbi av-d p-acp d, av pns21 vm2 vhi po21 n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 530 | Page 97 |
3318 | 4. In case of sorrow for the uproar of the world against God and Christ, and the wrongs done to Christ and his people; | 4. In case of sorrow for the uproar of the world against God and christ, and the wrongs done to christ and his people; | crd p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, cc dt n2-jn vdn p-acp np1 cc po31 n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 531 | Page 97 |
3319 | to see Christ crucified, and crying spare my life, and saying, If you seek me, let these little ones depart, yet they are abused, | to see christ Crucified, and crying spare my life, and saying, If you seek me, let these little ones depart, yet they Are abused, | pc-acp vvi np1 vvd, cc vvg vvb po11 n1, cc vvg, cs pn22 vvb pno11, vvb d j pi2 vvb, av pns32 vbr vvn, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 531 | Page 97 |
3387 | and then follow the game, and never look out till you die. The Lord keep you from it! | and then follow the game, and never look out till you die. The Lord keep you from it! | cc av vvb dt n1, cc av-x vvb av c-acp pn22 vvb. dt n1 vvb pn22 p-acp pn31! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3321 | Oh now, remember and look for this day, 1 Cor. 15. 25. He must reign. Lord what a comfort will it be to see Christ King then? Men come to see him King here, | O now, Remember and look for this day, 1 Cor. 15. 25. He must Reign. Lord what a Comfort will it be to see christ King then? Men come to see him King Here, | uh av, vvb cc vvi p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi. n1 r-crq dt n1 vmb pn31 vbi pc-acp vvi np1 n1 av? np1 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 av, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 531 | Page 97 |
3322 | but Oh what will it be when he shall come himself? To see all secrets open, | but O what will it be when he shall come himself? To see all secrets open, | cc-acp uh q-crq vmb pn31 vbi c-crq pns31 vmb vvi px31? p-acp vvi d n2-jn vvb, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 531 | Page 97 |
3323 | and the Lord glorified in himself and people, of all creatures. Look for this, to see the great and last plot of God brought to perfection. | and the Lord glorified in himself and people, of all creatures. Look for this, to see the great and last plot of God brought to perfection. | cc dt n1 vvn p-acp px31 cc n1, pp-f d n2. n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi dt j cc ord n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 531 | Page 97 |
3324 | Oh think that is our day, that is our victory! | O think that is our day, that is our victory! | uh vvb cst vbz po12 n1, cst vbz po12 n1! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 531 | Page 97 |
3325 | 5. When you come to die, and to think of leaving thy carcase to rot in the dust a long time; | 5. When you come to die, and to think of leaving thy carcase to rot in the dust a long time; | crd c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 dt j n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 532 | Page 97 |
3326 | Oh think and look upon this day! They that hear shall live. | O think and look upon this day! They that hear shall live. | uh vvb cc vvi p-acp d n1! pns32 d vvb vmb vvi. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 532 | Page 97 |
3327 | Why do I die? John 5. 28, 29. They shall then come out of their graves, &c. Thus look for this. Motives. | Why do I die? John 5. 28, 29. They shall then come out of their graves, etc. Thus look for this. Motives. | q-crq vdb pns11 vvi? np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vmb av vvi av pp-f po32 n2, av av vvb p-acp d. n2. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 532 | Page 97 |
3328 | 1. All creatures look for this in a manner, Rom. 8. 22, 23. Nay Christ and Saints in Heaven look for this day, Heb. 10. 13. From thence expecting till his enemies, &c. Nay Devils look for it, but tremble: | 1. All creatures look for this in a manner, Rom. 8. 22, 23. Nay christ and Saints in Heaven look for this day, Hebrew 10. 13. From thence expecting till his enemies, etc. Nay Devils look for it, but tremble: | crd av-d n2 vvb p-acp d p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd uh-x np1 cc n2 p-acp n1 vvb p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp av vvg p-acp po31 n2, av uh-x n2 vvb p-acp pn31, cc-acp vvb: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 533 | Page 97 |
3329 | Only a secure world rockt asleep to their eternal wo, look not for it. 2. This will help you to ride all storms, bear all knocks chearfully. Our Hope is our Helmet. | Only a secure world rocked asleep to their Eternal woe, look not for it. 2. This will help you to ride all storms, bear all knocks cheerfully. Our Hope is our Helmet. | av-j dt j n1 vvd j p-acp po32 j n1, vvb xx p-acp pn31. crd d vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi d n2, vvb d vvz av-j. po12 n1 vbz po12 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 533 | Page 97 |
3330 | Our Hope is our Anchor, Heb. 6. 19. Eph. 6. 17. You will meet with them here it may be before you die. | Our Hope is our Anchor, Hebrew 6. 19. Ephesians 6. 17. You will meet with them hear it may be before you die. | po12 n1 vbz po12 n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 vvi pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pn22 vvb. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 534 | Page 97 |
3331 | 3. The Lord hath called you out of this world, he might have left you in it, | 3. The Lord hath called you out of this world, he might have left you in it, | crd dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 av pp-f d n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn pn22 p-acp pn31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 535 | Page 97 |
3332 | and given you your hope, your portion here, and then wo to thee, but he hath called thee to this hope, that if Princes of the world knew, they would lay down, | and given you your hope, your portion Here, and then woe to thee, but he hath called thee to this hope, that if Princes of the world knew, they would lay down, | cc vvn pn22 po22 n1, po22 n1 av, cc av uh-n p-acp pno21, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp d n1, cst cs n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd, pns32 vmd vvi a-acp, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 535 | Page 97 |
3333 | nay cast away their Crowns at thy feet for it, and say, Oh that I were in that mans case! | nay cast away their Crowns At thy feet for it, and say, O that I were in that men case! | uh-x vvb av po32 n2 p-acp po21 n2 p-acp pn31, cc vvi, uh cst pns11 vbdr p-acp d ng1 n1! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 535 | Page 97 |
3334 | Eph. 1. 18. Hope of his calling. | Ephesians 1. 18. Hope of his calling. | np1 crd crd n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 535 | Page 97 |
3335 | 4. Hope and expectation of all other things shall fail, if God loves thee, he will make you know what 'tis to forsake your portion. | 4. Hope and expectation of all other things shall fail, if God loves thee, he will make you know what it's to forsake your portion. | crd n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 vmb vvi, cs np1 vvz pno21, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 vvb r-crq pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi po22 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 536 | Page 97 |
3336 | If not, they shall fail you when you die, this shall not; it makes not ashamed. | If not, they shall fail you when you die, this shall not; it makes not ashamed. | cs xx, pns32 vmb vvi pn22 c-crq pn22 vvb, d vmb xx; pn31 vvz xx j. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 536 | Page 97 |
3337 | 5. Me-thinks this is the Glory of a Christian, that he turns his back upon the world, | 5. Methinks this is the Glory of a Christian, that he turns his back upon the world, | crd vvz d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp, cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 537 | Page 97 |
3338 | and lives and waits for the coming of the Lord. | and lives and waits for the coming of the Lord. | cc n2 cc vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 537 | Page 97 |
3339 | 6. Oh this will give Christs heart full content, when he shall come, Luke 12. 37. He will make thee sit down to eat, and serve thee. | 6. O this will give Christ heart full content, when he shall come, Lycia 12. 37. He will make thee fit down to eat, and serve thee. | crd uh d vmb vvi npg1 n1 j n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, av crd crd pns31 vmb vvi pno21 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pno21. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 538 | Page 98 |
3340 | The Lord Jesus himself shall only then poure out to thee and give thee whatever thou callest for, honour thee as it were above himself. | The Lord jesus himself shall only then pour out to thee and give thee whatever thou Callest for, honour thee as it were above himself. | dt n1 np1 px31 vmb av-j av vvi av p-acp pno21 cc vvi pno21 r-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp, vvb pno21 p-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp px31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 538 | Page 98 |
3472 | but see Land first, so should we desire to see the Lord in the Land of the living. | but see Land First, so should we desire to see the Lord in the Land of the living. | cc-acp vvb n1 ord, av vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3341 | When thou art at rest in Heaven, he will be at work for thee. 7. If not, he may come in an hour thou lookest not for him. | When thou art At rest in Heaven, he will be At work for thee. 7. If not, he may come in an hour thou Lookest not for him. | c-crq pns21 vb2r p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno21. crd cs xx, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pns21 vv2 xx p-acp pno31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 538 | Page 98 |
3342 | Christ may say to thee, from henceforth sleep on. What Means are there to make me look for him? |
christ may say to thee, from henceforth sleep on. What Means Are there to make me look for him? | np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, p-acp av vvi a-acp. q-crq n2 vbr a-acp pc-acp vvi pno11 vvi p-acp pno31? | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 539 | Page 98 |
3343 | 1. Get some promise that thou maist beleeve the Lord is thine, |
1. Get Some promise that thou Mayest believe the Lord is thine, Else thou wilt never look for him; | crd vvb d n1 cst pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 vbz png21, av pns21 vm2 av-x vvi p-acp pno31; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3344 | or if you do, you will be deceived, for hope is of things not seen. | or if you do, you will be deceived, for hope is of things not seen. | cc cs pn22 vdb, pn22 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp vvb vbz pp-f n2 xx vvn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3345 | Nay, commonly when the Lord brings any man to his hopes, having given him a promise, | Nay, commonly when the Lord brings any man to his hope's, having given him a promise, | uh, av-j c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n2, vhg vvn pno31 dt n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3346 | and Faith to beleive it, the Lord in the mid-way seems to cross his promise. | and Faith to believe it, the Lord in the midway seems to cross his promise. | cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, dt n1 p-acp dt n1-an vvz p-acp vvi po31 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3347 | When the Lord promiseth life, glory, peace, honour, joy, fulness, Heaven, they shall then and never so much before feel darkness, death, shame, trouble, sorrow, Hell. | When the Lord promises life, glory, peace, honour, joy, fullness, Heaven, they shall then and never so much before feel darkness, death, shame, trouble, sorrow, Hell. | c-crq dt n1 vvz n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, pns32 vmb av cc av-x av av-d c-acp vvi n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3348 | For the Lord tries them by this, and tribulation breeds experience, and experience hope. | For the Lord tries them by this, and tribulation breeds experience, and experience hope. | p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp d, cc n1 vvz n1, cc n1 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3349 | Hence you must first get a promise of Christ and Glory, before you can hope for it, | Hence you must First get a promise of christ and Glory, before you can hope for it, | av pn22 vmb ord vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3350 | or expect Glory, and then you may, Heb. 6. 18. For the promise will support hope, | or expect Glory, and then you may, Hebrew 6. 18. For the promise will support hope, | cc vvb n1, cc cs pn22 vmb, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3351 | when heart, and strength and all shall fail: | when heart, and strength and all shall fail: | c-crq n1, cc n1 cc d vmb vvi: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3352 | Nay it will expect contraries out of contraries, Gen. 22. 5. I'le come again to you. | Nay it will expect contraries out of contraries, Gen. 22. 5. I'll come again to you. | uh pn31 vmb vvi n-jn av pp-f n2-jn, np1 crd crd pns11|vmb vvi av p-acp pn22. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3353 | Compared with Heb. 11. 18, 19. So that soul that hath a promise, may say when he considers Gods power, | Compared with Hebrew 11. 18, 19. So that soul that hath a promise, may say when he considers God's power, | vvn p-acp np1 crd crd, crd av d n1 cst vhz dt n1, vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vvz npg1 n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3354 | and what Glory he gives to God by beleeving it, God hath said he will comfort me, he will cleanse me, he will give me Glory, I will have all these out of my sorrow, my sin, my Hell. | and what Glory he gives to God by believing it, God hath said he will Comfort me, he will cleanse me, he will give me Glory, I will have all these out of my sorrow, my since, my Hell. | cc r-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp vvg pn31, np1 vhz vvn pns31 vmb vvi pno11, pns31 vmb vvi pno11, pns31 vmb vvi pno11 n1, pns11 vmb vhi d d av pp-f po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 541 | Page 98 |
3355 | Take heed therefore of two extreams. | Take heed Therefore of two extremes. | vvb n1 av pp-f crd n2-jn. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 542 | Page 98 |
3356 | First, Of hoping without a promise, for that is but Faith scared out of its wits, | First, Of hoping without a promise, for that is but Faith scared out of its wits, | ord, pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp d vbz p-acp n1 vvn av pp-f po31 n2, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 543 | Page 98 |
3357 | when it comes to be examined; I hope so, and I have had joy and perswasion of it. | when it comes to be examined; I hope so, and I have had joy and persuasion of it. | c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn; pns11 vvb av, cc pns11 vhb vhn n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 543 | Page 98 |
3358 | Secondly, Of not expecting when God gives a promise. | Secondly, Of not expecting when God gives a promise. | ord, pp-f xx vvg c-crq np1 vvz dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 544 | Page 98 |
3359 | Can you live one day without it? It may be you have no feeling yet! | Can you live one day without it? It may be you have no feeling yet! | vmb pn22 vvi crd n1 p-acp pn31? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vhb dx n-vvg av! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 544 | Page 98 |
3360 | But Isa. 25. 8, 9, 10. Dost wait for the Lord? i. e. From a sense of emptinesse, | But Isaiah 25. 8, 9, 10. Dost wait for the Lord? i. e. From a sense of emptiness, | p-acp np1 crd crd, crd, crd vd2 vvi p-acp dt n1? sy. sy. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 544 | Page 98 |
3361 | for all fulnesse thou shalt find it in part here, and fully then, and say, Lo, this is our God, we have waited for him! | for all fullness thou shalt find it in part Here, and Fully then, and say, Lo, this is our God, we have waited for him! | p-acp d n1 pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 p-acp n1 av, cc av-j av, cc vvi, uh, d vbz po12 n1, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pno31! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 544 | Page 98 |
3362 | When a mans anchor is strong, and in good ground, he will look for safety, when at anchor in the Harbour. | When a men anchor is strong, and in good ground, he will look for safety, when At anchor in the Harbour. | c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz j, cc p-acp j n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, c-crq p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 544 | Page 98 |
3363 | Oh thou afflicted, tossed with tempests, the Lord hath brought thee at last to Christ, after many drivings to and fro, and it clasps about him according to a promise; | O thou afflicted, tossed with tempests, the Lord hath brought thee At last to christ, After many drivings to and from, and it clasps about him according to a promise; | uh pns21 j-vvn, vvn p-acp n2, dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp ord p-acp np1, p-acp d n2-vvg p-acp cc av, cc pn31 vvz p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp dt n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 544 | Page 98 |
3364 | if God changeth then thy comfort may not be. If revelations come, I know they may deceive, but a promise cannot. | if God changes then thy Comfort may not be. If revelations come, I know they may deceive, but a promise cannot. | cs np1 vvz av po21 n1 vmb xx vbi. cs n2 vvb, pns11 vvb pns32 vmb vvi, cc-acp dt n1 vmbx. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 544 | Page 98 |
3365 | 2. Fear the terrour of the Lord at this day, fear parting from him: | 2. fear the terror of the Lord At this day, Fear parting from him: | crd n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvb vvg p-acp pno31: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 545 | Page 98 |
3366 | I speak not of doubting, but the holy fear of Saints, for that is the nature of fear, it makes a man eye the thing feared: | I speak not of doubting, but the holy Fear of Saints, for that is the nature of Fear, it makes a man eye the thing feared: | pns11 vvb xx pp-f vvg, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 n1 dt n1 vvd: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 545 | Page 98 |
3367 | As Iacob when Esau was meeting of him. | As Iacob when Esau was meeting of him. | c-acp np1 c-crq np1 vbds vvg pp-f pno31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 545 | Page 98 |
3368 | Noah he fears and looks to safety in and by an Arke, Heb. 11. 7. Lots children took not his counsel, they feared not, | Noah he fears and looks to safety in and by an Ark, Hebrew 11. 7. Lots children took not his counsel, they feared not, | np1 pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp n1 p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd npg1 n2 vvd xx po31 n1, pns32 vvd xx, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 545 | Page 98 |
3369 | but he seemed as one that mocked to them. | but he seemed as one that mocked to them. | cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pi cst vvd p-acp pno32. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 545 | Page 98 |
3370 | Paul 2 Cor. 5. 10, 11. knew the terrour of the Lord, hence looked for him, sought to approve himself unto him. | Paul 2 Cor. 5. 10, 11. knew the terror of the Lord, hence looked for him, sought to approve himself unto him. | np1 crd np1 crd crd, crd vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av vvd p-acp pno31, vvd pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 545 | Page 98 |
3371 | Men that fear not parting with Christ, will never look nor care for him. | Men that Fear not parting with christ, will never look nor care for him. | np1 cst vvb xx vvg p-acp np1, vmb av-x vvi ccx n1 p-acp pno31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 545 | Page 98 |
3372 | And let it be a strong fear, else it will never carry you above your cares and surfettings of the world. | And let it be a strong Fear, Else it will never carry you above your Cares and surfeitings of the world. | cc vvb pn31 vbi dt j n1, av pn31 vmb av-x vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 545 | Page 98 |
3373 | How shall I fear thus? |
How shall I Fear thus? 1. Unless the Lord put it into your heart, none can; | q-crq vmb pns11 vvi av? crd cs dt n1 vvd pn31 p-acp po22 n1, pix vmb; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 546 | Page 98 |
3374 | for the security of the world is not sleepy, but deadly: Men are bound up as strong as with chains of death; | for the security of the world is not sleepy, but deadly: Men Are bound up as strong as with chains of death; | p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx j, cc-acp j: n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 547 | Page 98 |
3375 | that till they feel the misery, they cannot fear it strongly. Oh look up to the Lord to unchain those chains of death. | that till they feel the misery, they cannot Fear it strongly. O look up to the Lord to unchain those chains of death. | cst c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 av-j. uh vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvb d n2 pp-f n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 547 | Page 98 |
3376 | 2. Know the happinesse of them that shall ever be with Christ, what is the sweetnesse of Christs love, and worth of it. | 2. Know the happiness of them that shall ever be with christ, what is the sweetness of Christ love, and worth of it. | crd vvb dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vmb av vbi p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 98 |
3377 | Imagine the last day come, and all the dead raised, Christ with flaming fire, all the wicked on the left hand, | Imagine the last day come, and all the dead raised, christ with flaming fire, all the wicked on the left hand, | vvb dt ord n1 vvi, cc d dt j vvn, np1 p-acp j-vvg n1, d dt j p-acp dt j n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 98 |
3378 | and then sent away with depart ye cursed; all the Saints on the right hand, and then Oh come! | and then sent away with depart you cursed; all the Saints on the right hand, and then O come! | cc av vvd av p-acp vvb pn22 vvd; d dt n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc av uh vvb! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 98 |
3379 | and when all is dispatched, then to go up to Heaven, and when gone, there to be for ever rejoycing, triumphing in the presence of God Almighty; | and when all is dispatched, then to go up to Heaven, and when gone, there to be for ever rejoicing, triumphing in the presence of God Almighty; | cc c-crq d vbz vvn, cs pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, cc c-crq vvn, a-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp av vvg, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 j-jn; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3380 | and now what it will be to be far off from Christ, weeping, never to be pitied more. | and now what it will be to be Far off from christ, weeping, never to be pitied more. | cc av r-crq pn31 vmb vbi pc-acp vbi av-j a-acp p-acp np1, vvg, av-x pc-acp vbi vvn av-dc. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3381 | Oh he that was so full of pity, no heart then to pity, no hand to help! | O he that was so full of pity, no heart then to pity, no hand to help! | uh pns31 cst vbds av j pp-f n1, dx n1 av pc-acp vvi, dx n1 pc-acp vvi! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3382 | I can but only paint this fire. | I can but only paint this fire. | pns11 vmb cc-acp av-j vvi d n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3383 | Oh that the Lord would help you here, that so you might look out for him. | O that the Lord would help you Here, that so you might look out for him. | uh cst dt n1 vmd vvi pn22 av, cst av pn22 vmd vvi av p-acp pno31. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3384 | Saylors sleep in calms, and so it may be have many here in this place of rest. | Sailors sleep in calms, and so it may be have many Here in this place of rest. | np1 n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc av pn31 vmb vbi vhn d av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3385 | Others of you take heed, Ile tell you your bar, It may be most estates are brought low and sunk; | Others of you take heed, I'll tell you your bar, It may be most estates Are brought low and sunk; | ng2-jn pp-f pn22 vvb n1, pns11|vmb vvi pn22 po22 n1, pn31 vmb vbi av-ds n2 vbr vvn j cc vvn; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3386 | when you see that, now you either look back, or look for Lots accomodations, and such an estate as is lost, it may be you will spy some hope of it, | when you see that, now you either look back, or look for Lots Accommodations, and such an estate as is lost, it may be you will spy Some hope of it, | c-crq pn22 vvb d, av pn22 av-d vvb av, cc vvb p-acp n2 n2, cc d dt n1 c-acp vbz vvn, pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f pn31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3388 | You then will not look up for Christs coming at the last day, or in his Ordinances; here: | You then will not look up for Christ coming At the last day, or in his Ordinances; Here: | pn22 av vmb xx vvi a-acp p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp dt ord n1, cc p-acp po31 n2; av: | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3389 | If thou dost so, had it not been better thou hadst been buried in the Sea, | If thou dost so, had it not been better thou Hadst been buried in the Sea, | cs pns21 vd2 av, vhd pn31 xx vbn j pns21 vhd2 vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3390 | or left in sorrow on the Shore? Oh take heed therefore, look for the coming and company of Christ, | or left in sorrow on the Shore? O take heed Therefore, look for the coming and company of christ, | cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1? uh vvb n1 av, vvb p-acp dt n-vvg cc n1 pp-f np1, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3391 | and let this be enough, and because you cannot look for him in the the clouds now, Oh look and wait for him in his Ordinances; | and let this be enough, and Because you cannot look for him in the the Clouds now, O look and wait for him in his Ordinances; | cc vvb d vbb av-d, cc c-acp pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt dt n2 av, uh vvb cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2; | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3392 | and consider if espoused ones look for his coming then, and for perfect knowledge of him, | and Consider if espoused ones look for his coming then, and for perfect knowledge of him, | cc vvb cs vvn pi2 vvi p-acp po31 vvg av, cc p-acp j n1 pp-f pno31, | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3393 | and communion with him, then think, Lord what a heart have I that look not for him here! | and communion with him, then think, Lord what a heart have I that look not for him Here! | cc n1 p-acp pno31, av vvb, n1 r-crq dt n1 vhb pns11 d vvb xx p-acp pno31 av! | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3394 | But Lord who will believe our report? | But Lord who will believe our report? | p-acp n1 r-crq vmb vvi po12 n1? | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 548 | Page 99 |
3395 | Thus they went out by hope and expectation of his coming ▪ Now the Second thing follows, they went forth with longing desires after his coming. | Thus they went out by hope and expectation of his coming ▪ Now the Second thing follows, they went forth with longing Desires After his coming. | av pns32 vvd av p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg ▪ av dt ord n1 vvz, pns32 vvd av p-acp j-vvg n2 p-acp po31 n-vvg. | (15) chapter (DIV2) | 549 | Page 99 |
3396 | CHAP. XI. That Believers do long and desire for the appearance and Second Coming of Christ. SECT. I. | CHAP. XI. That Believers do long and desire for the appearance and Second Coming of christ. SECT. I. | np1 crd. d n2 vdb av-j cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cc ord vvg pp-f np1. n1. np1 | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 549 | Page 99 |
3397 | THat all those that are espoused to Christ, Doct. 3. and beloved of Christ, they ought not only to look, | THat all those that Are espoused to christ, Doct. 3. and Beloved of christ, they ought not only to look, | cst d d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd cc vvn pp-f np1, pns32 vmd xx av-j pc-acp vvi, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3398 | but to long for the coming of, and their everlasting communion with the Lord Christ Iesus. | but to long for the coming of, and their everlasting communion with the Lord christ Iesus. | cc-acp p-acp j c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f, cc po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3399 | For the consummation of their marriage with him, that though he be gone, our hearts may be with him, | For the consummation of their marriage with him, that though he be gone, our hearts may be with him, | p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp pno31, cst cs pns31 vbb vvn, po12 n2 vmb vbi p-acp pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3400 | before our souls be, or before our souls and bodies be; | before our Souls be, or before our Souls and bodies be; | c-acp po12 n2 vbb, cc p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 vbi; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3401 | that though we may die, and lie down in the dust, our desires may live and lie in Heaven, | that though we may die, and lie down in the dust, our Desires may live and lie in Heaven, | cst cs pns12 vmb vvi, cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, po12 n2 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3402 | and cry come Lord. Now do not think this point true, and so far good if we could reach it, | and cry come Lord. Now do not think this point true, and so Far good if we could reach it, | cc vvi vvb n1. av vdb xx vvi d n1 j, cc av av-j j cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3403 | but this is a high pitch, for you must long for it. | but this is a high pitch, for you must long for it. | cc-acp d vbz dt j n1, c-acp pn22 vmb av-j p-acp pn31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3404 | God forbid a Christian espoused to Christ, should plead that work too much, which Hypocrites, the five foolish Virgins in their kind attained to. | God forbid a Christian espoused to christ, should plead that work too much, which Hypocrites, the five foolish Virgins in their kind attained to. | np1 vvb dt njp vvn p-acp np1, vmd vvi d n1 av av-d, r-crq n2, dt crd j ng1 p-acp po32 n1 vvn p-acp. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3405 | See Presidents for this in all ages: | See Presidents for this in all ages: | n1 n2 p-acp d p-acp d n2: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3406 | Abraham, and those in his time, who was Father of the Faithful, Heb. 11. 15, 16. A better Countrey, where they might have fellowship with the Lord, | Abraham, and those in his time, who was Father of the Faithful, Hebrew 11. 15, 16. A better Country, where they might have fellowship with the Lord, | np1, cc d p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbds n1 pp-f dt j, np1 crd crd, crd dt jc n1, c-crq pns32 vmd vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3407 | and hence God is not ashamed, &c. As if the Lord were ashamed of all them to be his people, that professe themselves so, but desire not this. | and hence God is not ashamed, etc. As if the Lord were ashamed of all them to be his people, that profess themselves so, but desire not this. | cc av np1 vbz xx j, av p-acp cs dt n1 vbdr j pp-f d pno32 pc-acp vbi po31 n1, cst vvb px32 av, cc-acp vvb xx d. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3408 | In Christ's time, Simeon, Luke 2. 29. with 25. Where he waited for the consolation of Israel, &c. to enjoy more of him. | In Christ's time, Simeon, Lycia 2. 29. with 25. Where he waited for the consolation of Israel, etc. to enjoy more of him. | p-acp npg1 n1, np1, av crd crd p-acp crd q-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pc-acp vvi dc pp-f pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3409 | In the Apostles time, 'tis also that which they all felt, 2 Cor. 5. 2. In this we groan earnestly, &c. But you will say, It may be this was because of miseries, | In the Apostles time, it's also that which they all felt, 2 Cor. 5. 2. In this we groan earnestly, etc. But you will say, It may be this was Because of misery's, | p-acp dt n2 n1, pn31|vbz av cst r-crq pns32 d vvd, crd np1 crd crd p-acp d pns12 vvb av-j, av p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, pn31 vmb vbi d vbds c-acp pp-f n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3410 | and want of Ordinances, &c. Therefore see in the last age of the Church, when the new Ierusalem was built, | and want of Ordinances, etc. Therefore see in the last age of the Church, when the new Ierusalem was built, | cc n1 pp-f n2, av av vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt j np1 vbds vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 99 |
3411 | and when peace, and when Christ's face was seen in his House, yet then the Spirit and the Bride say come, Rev. 22. 17. They are the last breathings of Iohn and the Spirit in him. | and when peace, and when Christ's face was seen in his House, yet then the Spirit and the Bride say come, Rev. 22. 17. They Are the last breathings of John and the Spirit in him. | cc c-crq n1, cc c-crq npg1 n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, av av dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb vvi, n1 crd crd pns32 vbr dt ord n2-vvg pp-f np1 cc dt n1 p-acp pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 100 |
3412 | Lord Iesus come quickly. But Cent. 8. 14. The Church there intreats her Beloved to fly away to the Mountains of Spices, that she might enjoy him out of this world. SECT. II. 1 BEcause they are bound to love Christ and his appearing: | Lord Iesus come quickly. But Cent. 8. 14. The Church there intreats her beloved to fly away to the Mountains of Spices, that she might enjoy him out of this world. SECT. II 1 Because they Are bound to love christ and his appearing: | n1 np1 vvb av-j. p-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 a-acp vvz po31 j-vvn p-acp vvb av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 av pp-f d n1. n1. crd vvn c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 cc po31 vvg: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 550 | Page 100 |
3413 | to love his looks when he shall appear to the world, 2 Tim. 4. 8. The Crown of Glory comes as it were by succession, not only to me, | pc-acp vvi po31 n2 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1, xx av-j p-acp pno11, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 551 | Page 100 | |
3414 | but to all them that love his appearing. Now can there be any love of him and his appearing; | but to all them that love his appearing. Now can there be any love of him and his appearing; | cc-acp p-acp d pno32 cst vvb po31 vvg. av vmb a-acp vbi d n1 pp-f pno31 cc po31 vvg; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 551 | Page 100 |
3415 | and not so much as any desire after him and after it? Certainly there is no love, | and not so much as any desire After him and After it? Certainly there is no love, | cc xx av av-d c-acp d n1 p-acp pno31 cc c-acp pn31? av-j a-acp vbz dx n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 551 | Page 100 |
3416 | or if there be any, it lies languishing: | or if there be any, it lies languishing: | cc cs pc-acp vbb d, pn31 vvz vvg: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 551 | Page 100 |
3417 | For answerable to our love to any thing, is our desire, what we love only, we desire only; | For answerable to our love to any thing, is our desire, what we love only, we desire only; | c-acp j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1, vbz po12 n1, r-crq pns12 vvb av-j, pns12 vvb av-j; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 551 | Page 100 |
3418 | what we love not at all, or but little, we desire not at all, or but little; so here. | what we love not At all, or but little, we desire not At all, or but little; so Here. | r-crq pns12 vvb xx p-acp d, cc p-acp j, pns12 vvb xx p-acp d, cc p-acp j; av av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 551 | Page 100 |
3419 | Now therefore to question, May a Christian desire it? is to question whether a Christian ought to love the Lord Jesus or no. | Now Therefore to question, May a Christian desire it? is to question whither a Christian ought to love the Lord jesus or no. | av av pc-acp vvi, vmb dt njp n1 pn31? vbz pc-acp vvi cs dt njp vmd p-acp vvi dt n1 np1 cc av-dx. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 551 | Page 100 |
3420 | We are bound not to love earth, hence bound to love Christ and his fellowship in Heaven. | We Are bound not to love earth, hence bound to love christ and his fellowship in Heaven. | pns12 vbr vvn xx pc-acp vvi n1, av vvn p-acp n1 np1 cc po31 n1 p-acp n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 551 | Page 100 |
3421 | Let him be Anathema that doth not so. | Let him be Anathema that does not so. | vvb pno31 vbi n1 cst vdz xx av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 551 | Page 100 |
3422 | 2. Because the Lord Jesus longs for them, |
2. Because the Lord jesus longs for them, John 17. 24. Throughout which Chapter he prays as if in Heaven already. | crd p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vvz c-acp cs p-acp n1 av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 552 | Page 100 |
3423 | Hence I am no more in this world, and where I am, let them be also. | Hence I am no more in this world, and where I am, let them be also. | av pns11 vbm dx av-dc p-acp d n1, cc c-crq pns11 vbm, vvb pno32 vbi av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 552 | Page 100 |
3424 | He was on earth, but looks on himself as in Heaven. | He was on earth, but looks on himself as in Heaven. | pns31 vbds p-acp n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp px31 c-acp p-acp n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 552 | Page 100 |
3425 | That as it was with the High Priest, he carries the Names of the twelve Tribes on his heart, bese• with precious Stones; very dear to him, 〈 ◊ 〉 the Holy of Holies, so Christ. | That as it was with the High Priest, he carries the Names of the twelve Tribes on his heart, bese• with precious Stones; very dear to him, 〈 ◊ 〉 the Holy of Holies, so christ. | cst c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt crd n2 p-acp po31 n1, n1 p-acp j n2; av j-jn p-acp pno31, 〈 sy 〉 dt j pp-f n2-jn, av np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 552 | Page 100 |
3426 | Not that he sees any beauty in them of their own, why he should desire them, | Not that he sees any beauty in them of their own, why he should desire them, | xx cst pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp pno32 pp-f po32 d, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 552 | Page 100 |
3427 | but because he freely loves them, and dearly loves them, as being given him of the Father, | but Because he freely loves them, and dearly loves them, as being given him of the Father, | cc-acp c-acp pns31 av-j vvz pno32, cc av-jn vvz pno32, c-acp vbg vvn pno31 pp-f dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 552 | Page 100 |
3428 | and as having cost him dear; and hence if he loves them, he longs for them: | and as having cost him dear; and hence if he loves them, he longs for them: | cc a-acp vhg vvn pno31 j-jn; cc av cs pns31 vvz pno32, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 552 | Page 100 |
3429 | Now if he longs for them, ought not they much more to long for him? Psal. 27. 8. Thou saidst seek my face, thy face Lord will I seek. | Now if he longs for them, ought not they much more to long for him? Psalm 27. 8. Thou Said seek my face, thy face Lord will I seek. | av cs pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, vmd xx pns32 d dc p-acp av-j p-acp pno31? np1 crd crd pns21 vvd2 vvi po11 n1, po21 n1 n1 vmb pns11 vvi. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 552 | Page 100 |
3491 | then you may desire it, for then you are ripe, but its sin to do it otherwise. | then you may desire it, for then you Are ripe, but its since to do it otherwise. | cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31, c-acp cs pn22 vbr j, cc-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31 av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3430 | 1. He longs for thee now in Glory, when one would think his thoughts and heart should be swallowed up with it, | 1. He longs for thee now in Glory, when one would think his thoughts and heart should be swallowed up with it, | crd pns31 vvz p-acp pno21 av p-acp n1, c-crq pi vmd vvi po31 n2 cc n1 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pn31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 553 | Page 100 |
3431 | and shall not we long for him here in the valley of Myrtle trees, in misery, on the dunghill? | and shall not we long for him Here in the valley of Myrtle trees, in misery, on the dunghill? | cc vmb xx pns12 j p-acp pno31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n2, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 553 | Page 100 |
3432 | 2. He longs for thee when thou hast nothing to make him desire thee, he hath all that thy heart can desire, being the very bosom-delight of God himself, Rev. 22. penult. He did but say he would come, and Iohn desires, Oh come. | 2. He longs for thee when thou hast nothing to make him desire thee, he hath all that thy heart can desire, being the very bosom-delight of God himself, Rev. 22. penult. He did but say he would come, and John Desires, O come. | crd pns31 vvz p-acp pno21 c-crq pns21 vh2 pix pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi pno21, pns31 vhz d d po21 n1 vmb vvi, vbg dt j n1 pp-f np1 px31, n1 crd n1. pns31 vdd cc-acp vvb pns31 vmd vvi, cc np1 n2, uh vvb. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 554 | Page 100 |
3433 | But doth he long for thee? Now not to long for him. If this love be not worth longing for, truly 'tis worth nothing. | But does he long for thee? Now not to long for him. If this love be not worth longing for, truly it's worth nothing. | p-acp vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pno21? av xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. cs d n1 vbb xx j vvg p-acp, av-j pn31|vbz j pix. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 554 | Page 100 |
3434 | 3. Because this is our last and ultimate end that we are made for, |
3. Because this is our last and ultimate end that we Are made for, chosen for, bought for, called for, sealed for, that At last we might be with the Lord, | crd p-acp d vbz po12 ord cc vvi n1 cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, vvn p-acp, vvn p-acp, vvn p-acp, vvd p-acp, cst p-acp ord pns12 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 555 | Page 100 |
3435 | and be made perfect in one, 2 Cor. 5. 5. He that hath made us for this is God, &c. For the whole Trinity enjoying infinite sweet fellowship with himself, | and be made perfect in one, 2 Cor. 5. 5. He that hath made us for this is God, etc. For the Whole Trinity enjoying infinite sweet fellowship with himself, | cc vbi vvn j p-acp pi, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d vbz np1, av p-acp dt j-jn np1 vvg j j n1 p-acp px31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 555 | Page 100 |
3436 | hence desire it might be communicated, in Christ 'tis so, and now the last end is attained. | hence desire it might be communicated, in christ it's so, and now the last end is attained. | av vvb pn31 vmd vbi vvn, p-acp np1 pn31|vbz av, cc av dt ord n1 vbz vvn. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 555 | Page 100 |
3437 | Now if this be our last end, ought we not to desire it? Then we ought not to desire to be blessed, | Now if this be our last end, ought we not to desire it? Then we ought not to desire to be blessed, | av cs d vbb po12 ord n1, vmd pns12 xx pc-acp vvi pn31? cs pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 555 | Page 100 |
3438 | nor to desire the Lord may be glorified. | nor to desire the Lord may be glorified. | ccx pc-acp vvi dt n1 vmb vbi vvn. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 555 | Page 100 |
3439 | Nay you know that whatever we make our last end, it will swallow up all our desires after any other thing. | Nay you know that whatever we make our last end, it will swallow up all our Desires After any other thing. | uh-x pn22 vvb d r-crq pns12 vvb po12 ord n1, pn31 vmb vvi a-acp d po12 n2 p-acp d j-jn n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 555 | Page 100 |
3440 | This is the Center and rest and journies end of our tired weary spirits. | This is the Centre and rest and journeys end of our tired weary spirits. | d vbz dt n1 cc n1 cc ng1 n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn j n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 555 | Page 100 |
3441 | And the truth is, when we make it our last end, we cannot but desire it. SECT. III. BUT ought not a man to desire to live here in this world as David and Hezekiah did. | And the truth is, when we make it our last end, we cannot but desire it. SECT. III. BUT ought not a man to desire to live Here in this world as David and Hezekiah did. | cc dt n1 vbz, c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 po12 ord n1, pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi pn31. n1. np1. p-acp pi xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1 c-acp np1 cc np1 vdd. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 555 | Page 100 |
3442 | May not one since in this desire? | vmb xx crd n1 p-acp d n1? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 556 | Page 101 | |
3443 | 1. 'Tis true, precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his Saints, |
1. It's true, precious in the sighed of the Lord is the death of his Saints, not only in regard that they Are as precious to him when they come to die, | crd pn31|vbz j, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, xx av-j p-acp n1 cst pns32 vbr a-acp j p-acp pno31 c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 557 | Page 101 |
3444 | as while they live, as Gold when 'tis melting is as precious to the Goldsmith, as when whole, and it may be more too, because 'tis then made better; | as while they live, as Gold when it's melting is as precious to the Goldsmith, as when Whole, and it may be more too, Because it's then made better; | c-acp cs pns32 vvb, c-acp n1 c-crq pn31|vbz j-vvg vbz a-acp j p-acp dt n1, c-acp c-crq j-jn, cc pn31 vmb vbi n1 av, c-acp pn31|vbz av vvd av-jc; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 557 | Page 101 |
3445 | but also because he will not lightly cast away their lives. | but also Because he will not lightly cast away their lives. | cc-acp av c-acp pns31 vmb xx av-j vvn av po32 n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 557 | Page 101 |
3446 | He that bottles their tears, and will not let them be lost, will not easily let go their lives, | He that bottles their tears, and will not let them be lost, will not Easily let go their lives, | pns31 cst n2 po32 n2, cc vmb xx vvi pno32 vbi vvn, vmb xx av-j vvi vvi po32 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 557 | Page 101 |
3447 | and if God will not, they ought not upon every slight occasion to desire their death, | and if God will not, they ought not upon every slight occasion to desire their death, | cc cs np1 vmb xx, pns32 vmd xx p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 557 | Page 101 |
3448 | and losse of their lives to be with the Lord. | and loss of their lives to be with the Lord. | cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 557 | Page 101 |
3449 | Now there are two cases Gods own people may not desire to remove hence, where though there be some fire I confesse, | Now there Are two cases God's own people may not desire to remove hence, where though there be Some fire I confess, | av a-acp vbr crd n2 n2 d n1 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi av, c-crq cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pns11 vvb, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 558 | Page 101 |
3624 | because consuming and pining away in their iniquities. | Because consuming and pining away in their iniquities. | c-acp vvg cc vvg av p-acp po32 n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 595 | Page 106 |
3450 | yet there is more smoak than fire, more sin than Grace. 1. In case they meet with much unkindnesse from, and many sorrows in the world, | yet there is more smoke than fire, more since than Grace. 1. In case they meet with much unkindness from, and many sorrows in the world, | av pc-acp vbz dc n1 cs n1, dc n1 cs n1. crd p-acp n1 pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp, cc d n2 p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 558 | Page 101 |
3451 | and behold the sins of it. | and behold the Sins of it. | cc vvb dt n2 pp-f pn31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3452 | Thus it was with Elias, 1 Kings 19. 4. Who when Iezabel threatned his life, fled, | Thus it was with Elias, 1 Kings 19. 4. Who when Jezebel threatened his life, fled, | av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, crd n2 crd crd r-crq c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1, vvd, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3453 | and would needs set sail presently and be gone; | and would needs Set sail presently and be gone; | cc vmd av vvi n1 av-j cc vbb vvn; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3454 | so 'tis with Gods people, when they see enemies without, the universal rot of Profession, that they think they are almost left alone; | so it's with God's people, when they see enemies without, the universal rot of Profession, that they think they Are almost left alone; | av pn31|vbz p-acp ng1 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb n2 p-acp, dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vvb pns32 vbr av vvn av-j; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3455 | when God hath begun to do good by them, as by Elijah, but they think their best daies are past, there is all they shall do, | when God hath begun to do good by them, as by Elijah, but they think their best days Are past, there is all they shall do, | c-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vdi j p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp np1, p-acp pns32 vvb po32 js n2 vbr j, pc-acp vbz d pns32 vmb vdi, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3456 | and God himself it may be meeting them with some crosses in this world; | and God himself it may be meeting them with Some Crosses in this world; | cc np1 px31 pn31 vmb vbi vvg pno32 p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3457 | now presently they grow weary of their lives, and desire to die, which is nothing else but a pang of discontent, | now presently they grow weary of their lives, and desire to die, which is nothing Else but a pang of discontent, | av av-j pns32 vvb j pp-f po32 n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbz pix av cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3458 | truly God will not suffer it, nor you ought not to desire it, to die away in such a snuffe: | truly God will not suffer it, nor you ought not to desire it, to die away in such a snuff: | av-j np1 vmb xx vvi pn31, ccx pn22 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi av p-acp d dt n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3459 | No, the Lord hath work for them to do, and a journey to go. | No, the Lord hath work for them to do, and a journey to go. | uh-dx, dt n1 vhz n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3460 | This desire is naught, and 'tis but a weed, and to be pulled up, that growes out of such a root as a discontented heart for crosses. | This desire is nought, and it's but a weed, and to be pulled up, that grows out of such a root as a discontented heart for Crosses. | d n1 vbz pix, cc pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, cst vvz av pp-f d dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3461 | I confesse God useth sorrows as means to smoak us out of our Hive, and we may use them for that end, | I confess God uses sorrows as means to smoke us out of our Hive, and we may use them for that end, | pns11 vvb np1 vvz n2 p-acp n2 p-acp n1 pno12 av pp-f po12 n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3462 | but not only or chiefly them, nor from a pang or moody fit of discontent. 2. In case they desire death, and not life, before they be ripe for death. | but not only or chiefly them, nor from a pang or moody fit of discontent. 2. In case they desire death, and not life, before they be ripe for death. | cc-acp xx av-j cc av-jn png32, ccx p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f n-jn. crd p-acp n1 pns32 vvb n1, cc xx n1, c-acp pns32 vbb j p-acp n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 559 | Page 101 |
3463 | Husbandmen desire their Corn in, but 'tis folly to desire it before it be ripe, and then they may. | Husbandmen desire their Corn in, but it's folly to desire it before it be ripe, and then they may. | n2 vvb po32 n1 p-acp, cc-acp pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 c-acp pn31 vbb j, cc av pns32 vmb. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 560 | Page 101 |
3464 | I confesse 'tis the commendation of some trees, if not only good, but if ripe betimes, | I confess it's the commendation of Some trees, if not only good, but if ripe betimes, | pns11 vvb pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, cs xx av-j j, cc-acp cs j av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 560 | Page 101 |
3465 | and 'tis the honour of a Christian, to be ripe for death betimes; yet still before he is ripe he is not to desire it. Now when is this? |
and it's the honour of a Christian, to be ripe for death betimes; yet still before he is ripe he is not to desire it. Now when is this? | cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp, pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 av; av av c-acp pns31 vbz j pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi pn31. av r-crq vbz d? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 560 | Page 101 |
3466 | 1. While the Lord hides his face and denies full assurance of his love, |
1. While the Lord hides his face and Denies full assurance of his love, in this case as a Christian cannot, | crd n1 dt n1 vvz po31 n1 cc vvz j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt njp vmbx, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3467 | so he ought not (if it were the Lords will) desire to be gone as yet, | so he ought not (if it were the lords will) desire to be gone as yet, | av pns31 vmd xx (cs pn31 vbdr dt n2 vmb) vvb pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3468 | and this is one reason why David and Hezekiah desired life, not death as yet, God had broken their bones, | and this is one reason why David and Hezekiah desired life, not death as yet, God had broken their bones, | cc d vbz crd n1 c-crq np1 cc np1 vvd n1, xx n1 c-acp av, np1 vhd vvn po32 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3469 | and his arrowes were yet in their hearts; | and his arrows were yet in their hearts; | cc po31 n2 vbdr av p-acp po32 n2; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3470 | now a man is to desire he may stay a little while longer, that he may sing the Song of the Lamb, and tell the world what the Lord hath done for him, and that he may not set in a cloud and die in horrour. | now a man is to desire he may stay a little while longer, that he may sing the Song of the Lamb, and tell the world what the Lord hath done for him, and that he may not Set in a cloud and die in horror. | av dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 av-jc, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp pno31, cc cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvi p-acp n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3471 | Mariners long to be on shore, but before they come there, they would not venture in a mist, | Mariners long to be on shore, but before they come there, they would not venture in a missed, | ng1 j pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvb a-acp, pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3473 | Nay though the Lord gives his people a promise, which staies their hearts and is a twig to keep them from sinking, | Nay though the Lord gives his people a promise, which stays their hearts and is a twig to keep them from sinking, | uh-x cs dt n1 vvz po31 n1 dt n1, r-crq vvz po32 n2 cc vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3474 | nay when he gives them some joy, yet still God hath promised to reveal more of himself and his Christ in the promise, seeing him but darkly now: | nay when he gives them Some joy, yet still God hath promised to reveal more of himself and his christ in the promise, seeing him but darkly now: | uh-x c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 d n1, av av np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi dc pp-f px31 cc po31 np1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pno31 p-acp av-j av: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3475 | Now they ought not to desire but wait, as in Simeons case, now let thy Servant depart in peace, having long waited for the consolation of Israel. | Now they ought not to desire but wait, as in Simeons case, now let thy Servant depart in peace, having long waited for the consolation of Israel. | av pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vvi cc-acp vvb, c-acp p-acp npg1 n1, av vvb po21 n1 vvi p-acp n1, vhg j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3476 | Children that will be up before 'tis day must be whipt, a rod is most fit for them, stay till 'tis day. | Children that will be up before it's day must be whipped, a rod is most fit for them, stay till it's day. | n2 cst vmb vbi a-acp a-acp pn31|vbz n1 vmb vbi vvd, dt n1 vbz av-ds j p-acp pno32, vvb c-acp pn31|vbz n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 562 | Page 101 |
3477 | 2. While their work remains unfinished, and the Lord hath got little or no Glory from them, | 2. While their work remains unfinished, and the Lord hath god little or no Glory from them, | crd n1 po32 n1 vvz j, cc dt n1 vhz vvn j cc dx n1 p-acp pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3478 | though they may have clear evidence of the Lords love: | though they may have clear evidence of the lords love: | cs pns32 vmb vhi j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3479 | Christ himself desired it not till now, Iohn 17. 5. If thou couldest scale Heaven before thy work was done, the Lord would send thee down from thence again, | christ himself desired it not till now, John 17. 5. If thou Couldst scale Heaven before thy work was done, the Lord would send thee down from thence again, | np1 px31 vvd pn31 xx c-acp av, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vmd2 vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1 vbds vdn, dt n1 vmd vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp av av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3480 | as he did the soul of L•zarus, and truly to do the work of Christ one moment here, is better than to have a thousand years felicity in Heaven, nakedly considered in it self, in as much as the Honour of Christ is a thousand times better than our own good. | as he did the soul of L•zarus, and truly to do the work of christ one moment Here, is better than to have a thousand Years felicity in Heaven, nakedly considered in it self, in as much as the Honour of christ is a thousand times better than our own good. | c-acp pns31 vdd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-j pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1 crd n1 av, vbz jc cs pc-acp vhi dt crd ng2 n1 p-acp n1, av-j vvn p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp c-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt crd n2 av-jc cs po12 d j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3481 | It may be there is much work within doors, many odd distempers to be cashierd, spirituall decaies, &c. It may be there is work without, Christ hath many enemies in the world, many prayers are yet to be spent against them, much good to do for his Church, many tears to be shed for them, | It may be there is much work within doors, many odd distempers to be Cashiered, spiritual decays, etc. It may be there is work without, christ hath many enemies in the world, many Prayers Are yet to be spent against them, much good to do for his Church, many tears to be shed for them, | pn31 vmb vbi a-acp vbz d n1 p-acp n2, d j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, j n2, av pn31 vmb vbi a-acp vbz n1 p-acp, np1 vhz d n2 p-acp dt n1, d n2 vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, d j pc-acp vdi p-acp po31 n1, d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3482 | for praying trade is past in Heaven. | for praying trade is passed in Heaven. | p-acp vvg n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3483 | It may be some friends yet to be converted, thou hast been a scandal to them, it may be as yet few have been, | It may be Some Friends yet to be converted, thou hast been a scandal to them, it may be as yet few have been, | pn31 vmb vbi d n2 av pc-acp vbi vvn, pns21 vh2 vbn dt n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vmb vbi a-acp av d vhb vbn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3484 | or can say they be the warmer or better for thee; that work is yet to be done: | or can say they be the warmer or better for thee; that work is yet to be done: | cc vmb vvi pns32 vbb dt jc cc jc p-acp pno21; d n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vdn: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3485 | It may be God hath some secrets to reveal by thee before thou diest, stay therefore a while, while your work is done; | It may be God hath Some secrets to reveal by thee before thou Dies, stay Therefore a while, while your work is done; | pn31 vmb vbi np1 vhz d n2-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21 c-acp pns21 vv2, vvb av dt n1, cs po22 n1 vbz vdn; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3486 | 'Tis true, thou hast but one Talent, but little thou hast or canst do; yet God looks you should improve it whilst he is gone. | It's true, thou hast but one Talon, but little thou hast or Canst do; yet God looks you should improve it while he is gone. | pn31|vbz j, pns21 vh2 cc-acp crd n1, cc-acp av-j pns21 vh2 cc vm2 vdi; av np1 vvz pn22 vmd vvi pn31 cs pns31 vbz vvn. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3487 | A man that will needs to bed at noon-day, before night comes, what deserves he but a cudgel? So he that will die before his night comes, | A man that will needs to Bed At noonday, before night comes, what deserves he but a cudgel? So he that will die before his night comes, | dt n1 cst vmb av p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 vvz, r-crq vvz pns31 p-acp dt n1? av pns31 cst vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 vvz, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3488 | and while 'tis light to see and work by. | and while it's Light to see and work by. | cc cs pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3489 | When therefore you apprehend your work even done, then as not only Christ, but Pa•l, not only Paul, but Gods watchful servants have secret warnings of death. | When Therefore you apprehend your work even done, then as not only christ, but Pa•l, not only Paul, but God's watchful Servants have secret Warnings of death. | c-crq av pn22 vvb po22 n1 av vdn, av c-acp xx av-j np1, cc-acp av, xx av-j np1, p-acp npg1 j n2 vhb j-jn n2 pp-f n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3490 | And as Mariners when they can see no Land, yet by their soundings can tell they are near Land or Sands, | And as Mariners when they can see no Land, yet by their soundings can tell they Are near Land or Sands, | cc c-acp n2 c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dx n1, av p-acp po32 n2-vvg vmb vvi pns32 vbr av-j n1 cc n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3492 | And verily happy is that man that accounts not his life dear, but only the finishing of his course with joy. | And verily happy is that man that accounts not his life dear, but only the finishing of his course with joy. | cc av-j j vbz d n1 cst vvz xx po31 n1 j-jn, cc-acp av-j dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3493 | To conclude all, we are to desire our fellowship with Christ, as a man desires his last end, which desire doth not exclude but include desire after all the means and the means first, before the end. | To conclude all, we Are to desire our fellowship with christ, as a man Desires his last end, which desire does not exclude but include desire After all the means and the means First, before the end. | p-acp vvi d, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 ord n1, r-crq n1 vdz xx vvi cc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d dt n2 cc dt n2 ord, p-acp dt n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3494 | Now many things are to be done by God upon us, and by us for the Lord again, | Now many things Are to be done by God upon us, and by us for the Lord again, | av d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp np1 p-acp pno12, cc p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3495 | before we appear before Christ, which we may desire firstly for this our last end. SECT. IV. HEnce we see the vilenesse of the great, |
before we appear before christ, which we may desire firstly for this our last end. SECT. IV. HEnce we see the vileness of the great, yet hidden secret since of the Whole world, which may be in part also in God's dearest Saints, viz. in their hungry lustings and dropsy Desires After the sweet of the things of this world. | c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp np1, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp d po12 ord n1. n1. np1 av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j, av vvn j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp n1 av p-acp npg1 js-jn n2, n1 p-acp po32 j n2-vvg cc n1 vvz p-acp dt j pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 563 | Page 102 |
3496 | You shall have many a man that amends his life, reformes his course, forsakes his own righteousnesse, no mans tongue can tell him, his own Conscience cannot bear witnesse against him that he lives in any unlawful course; | You shall have many a man that amends his life, reforms his course, forsakes his own righteousness, no men tongue can tell him, his own Conscience cannot bear witness against him that he lives in any unlawful course; | pn22 vmb vhi d dt n1 cst vvz po31 n1, vvz po31 n1, vvz po31 d n1, dx ng1 n1 vmb vvi pno31, po31 d n1 vmbx vvi n1 p-acp pno31 cst pns31 vvz p-acp d j n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 564 | Page 102 |
3497 | and I believe it is so, and may be and will be so. | and I believe it is so, and may be and will be so. | cc pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av, cc vmb vbi cc vmb vbi av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 564 | Page 102 |
3498 | Shall I tell you therefore what hurts them? They are inordinate lustings after lawful things in themselves, | Shall I tell you Therefore what hurts them? They Are inordinate lustings After lawful things in themselves, | vmb pns11 vvi pn22 av r-crq vvz pno32? pns32 vbr j n2-vvg p-acp j n2 p-acp px32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 564 | Page 102 |
3499 | and these they serve, Tit. 3. 3. Partly they grieve them if they do not satisfie and serve them, partly because they pay them with pleasures and delights if they do. | and these they serve, Tit. 3. 3. Partly they grieve them if they do not satisfy and serve them, partly Because they pay them with pleasures and delights if they do. | cc d pns32 vvb, np1 crd crd av pns32 vvb pno32 cs pns32 vdb xx vvi cc vvi pno32, av c-acp pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2 cs pns32 vdb. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 564 | Page 102 |
3500 | Hence serving lusts and pleasures too, these like tops of mountains are seen, now when floods of wickednesse begin to abate, these will continue while the life lasts. | Hence serving Lustiest and pleasures too, these like tops of Mountains Are seen, now when floods of wickedness begin to abate, these will continue while the life lasts. | av vvg n2 cc n2 av, d j n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn, av c-crq n2 pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vvi, d vmb vvi cs dt n1 vvz. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 564 | Page 102 |
3501 | I intend not to shew you at large, but according to my Text the vilenesse of them. | I intend not to show you At large, but according to my Text the vileness of them. | pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp j, cc-acp vvg p-acp po11 n1 dt n1 pp-f pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 565 | Page 102 |
3502 | 1. They eat out all desire after the Lord Jesus and his fellowship, that he cannot long for the Lord Jesus. | 1. They eat out all desire After the Lord jesus and his fellowship, that he cannot long for the Lord jesus. | crd pns32 vvb av d n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 cc po31 n1, cst pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 102 |
3503 | For a man can •ay out no more than he hath, now when his desires are lavisht and let out to other things, | For a man can •ay out no more than he hath, now when his Desires Are lavished and let out to other things, | p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi av dx dc cs pns31 vhz, av c-crq po31 n2 vbr vvd cc vvd av p-acp j-jn n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 102 |
3504 | How can he lay out any on Christ? And thus the Lord of Glory comes to bear most horrible contempt, that he is not worth desiring in such a mans Books. | How can he lay out any on christ? And thus the Lord of Glory comes to bear most horrible contempt, that he is not worth desiring in such a men Books. | q-crq vmb pns31 vvi av d p-acp np1? cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pc-acp vvi ds j n1, cst pns31 vbz xx j vvg p-acp d dt ng1 n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 102 |
3505 | Thus it was with them, Luke 14. 18. Every one refused. Why? Because of their Oxen, | Thus it was with them, Lycia 14. 18. Every one refused. Why? Because of their Oxen, | av pn31 vbds p-acp pno32, av crd crd d crd vvn. q-crq? p-acp pp-f po32 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 102 |
3506 | and Wives, and Farms, Lawful things, but they lasted too much after these. | and Wives, and Farms, Lawful things, but they lasted too much After these. | cc n2, cc n2, j n2, cc-acp pns32 vvd av av-d c-acp d. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 102 |
3507 | When a Harlot seeks to satisfie her lusts, she cares not how fat her Husband be off, never desires his coming home; so here: | When a Harlot seeks to satisfy her Lustiest, she Cares not how fat her Husband be off, never Desires his coming home; so Here: | c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n2, pns31 vvz xx c-crq j po31 n1 vbb a-acp, av-x vvz po31 n-vvg av-an; av av: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 103 |
3508 | Many a one complains he cannot desire the Lord Jesus, which I confesse is in mercy to some. | Many a one complains he cannot desire the Lord jesus, which I confess is in mercy to Some. | d dt pi vvz pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 np1, r-crq pns11 vvb vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 103 |
3509 | But where is the cause of it? Oh they are running in another channel, and spent on other things: | But where is the cause of it? O they Are running in Another channel, and spent on other things: | p-acp q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31? uh pns32 vbr vvg p-acp j-jn n1, cc vvn p-acp j-jn n2: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 103 |
3510 | What a heavy curse is this? Some never think of death once in a Moon, much lesse long for Christ; | What a heavy curse is this? some never think of death once in a Moon, much less long for christ; | r-crq dt j n1 vbz d? d av-x vvb pp-f n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc av-j p-acp np1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 103 |
3511 | desire not his fellowship here, much lesse there. And why? Because of their lusts that eat out all. | desire not his fellowship Here, much less there. And why? Because of their Lustiest that eat out all. | vvb xx po31 n1 av, av-d dc a-acp. cc q-crq? p-acp pp-f po32 n2 cst vvb av av-d. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 566 | Page 103 |
3512 | 2. Suppose they do not thus, but your heart is divided, so that you long for these things now, | 2. Suppose they do not thus, but your heart is divided, so that you long for these things now, | crd vvb pns32 vdb xx av, cc-acp po22 n1 vbz vvn, av cst pn22 vvb p-acp d n2 av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 567 | Page 103 |
3513 | and preserve your longing for him against you come to die; yet these will make you lose his sweet fellows•ip. | and preserve your longing for him against you come to die; yet these will make you loose his sweet fellows•ip. | cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi; av d vmb vvi pn22 vvb po31 j n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 567 | Page 103 |
3514 | For a mans affections are precious things, and 'tis pity any else should have them, they are all little enough for Christ, | For a men affections Are precious things, and it's pity any Else should have them, they Are all little enough for christ, | p-acp dt ng1 n2 vbr j n2, cc pn31|vbz n1 d av vmd vhi pno32, pns32 vbr d j av-d p-acp np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 567 | Page 103 |
3515 | and Christ is worth desiring and longing for, and he stands upon it, and will make them know that have him, that all is too little for him, | and christ is worth desiring and longing for, and he Stands upon it, and will make them know that have him, that all is too little for him, | cc np1 vbz j vvg cc vvg p-acp, cc pns31 vvz p-acp pn31, cc vmb vvi pno32 vvi cst vhb pno31, cst d vbz av j c-acp pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 567 | Page 103 |
3516 | and they shall give him all before he give himself to their comfort. | and they shall give him all before he give himself to their Comfort. | cc pns32 vmb vvi pno31 d a-acp pns31 vvb px31 p-acp po32 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 567 | Page 103 |
3517 | Hence deny him these, and never think to have himself, and his fellowship, Psal. 73. 25, 26. Its good for me to draw nigh, How? By desiring, not Earth nor Heaven, but him. | Hence deny him these, and never think to have himself, and his fellowship, Psalm 73. 25, 26. Its good for me to draw High, How? By desiring, not Earth nor Heaven, but him. | av vvb pno31 d, cc av-x vvb pc-acp vhi n1, cc po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi av-j, q-crq? p-acp vvg, xx n1 ccx n1, cc-acp pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 567 | Page 103 |
3518 | Hence he saith, Thou destroyest all them that go a whoring from thee, v. 27. | Hence he Says, Thou destroyest all them that go a whoring from thee, v. 27. | av pns31 vvz, pns21 vv2 d pno32 cst vvb dt vvg p-acp pno21, n1 crd | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 567 | Page 103 |
3519 | 3. Suppo•e thou shouldst have hi• at last, yet he will never desire thee, never take any delight in thee, | 3. Suppo•e thou Shouldst have hi• At last, yet he will never desire thee, never take any delight in thee, | crd np1 pns21 vmd2 vhi n1 p-acp ord, av pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno21, av-x vvb d n1 p-acp pno21, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 568 | Page 103 |
3520 | until that you come to get your affections unloosed here, Psal. 45. 10, 11. Dost not find a strangenesse between Christ and thy soul? Doth he not hide his face? Doth he not soon depart from thee, | until that you come to get your affections unloosed Here, Psalm 45. 10, 11. Dost not find a strangeness between christ and thy soul? Does he not hide his face? Does he not soon depart from thee, | c-acp cst pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vvn av, np1 crd crd, crd vd2 xx vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 cc po21 n1? vdz pns31 xx vvi po31 n1? vdz pns31 xx av vvi p-acp pno21, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 568 | Page 103 |
3521 | though he appears somtimes to thee? Doth he not let thee lie like a Broom behind the door? And doth little by thee either within or without. | though he appears sometimes to thee? Does he not let thee lie like a Broom behind the door? And does little by thee either within or without. | cs pns31 vvz av p-acp pno21? vdz pns31 xx vvi pno21 vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1? cc vdz av-j p-acp pno21 d a-acp cc p-acp. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 568 | Page 103 |
3522 | And is not this a sad and heavy thing? Why saist thou, doth the Lord deal thus with me? Oh thy heart is yet after thy Fathers house, | And is not this a sad and heavy thing? Why Sayest thou, does the Lord deal thus with me? O thy heart is yet After thy Father's house, | cc vbz xx d dt j cc j n1? q-crq vv2 pns21, vdz dt n1 vvb av p-acp pno11? uh po21 n1 vbz av p-acp po21 ng1 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 568 | Page 103 |
3523 | if thou didst forget it, then he would take pleasure in thy beauty. What pleasure can earth give thee, when the Lord takes no pleasure in thee? | if thou didst forget it, then he would take pleasure in thy beauty. What pleasure can earth give thee, when the Lord Takes no pleasure in thee? | cs pns21 vdd2 vvi pn31, cs pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1. q-crq n1 vmb n1 vvi pno21, c-crq dt n1 vvz dx n1 p-acp pno21? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 568 | Page 103 |
3524 | But may not a man desire these things? |
But may not a man desire these things? If we may, how Far? | cc-acp vmb xx dt n1 vvb d n2? cs pns12 vmb, c-crq av-j? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 569 | Page 103 |
3525 | 1. A man may lawfully desire them, |
1. A man may lawfully desire them, provided his Desires Are not •w•llowed up in them, | crd dt n1 vmb av-j vvi pno32, vvd po31 n2 vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3526 | but run through them to Christ himself. For 'tis not lu•t properly to desire a creature, or any pleasure in it; | but run through them to christ himself. For it's not lu•t properly to desire a creature, or any pleasure in it; | cc-acp vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp np1 px31. p-acp pn31|vbz xx av av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc d n1 p-acp pn31; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3527 | but to desire it for it self, and forpleasures sake. For now a man makes a god of it. | but to desire it for it self, and forpleasures sake. For now a man makes a god of it. | cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 c-acp pn31 n1, cc ng1 n1. p-acp av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3528 | Thus it was with the Israelites, Exod. 17. Give us water that we may drink; | Thus it was with the Israelites, Exod 17. Give us water that we may drink; | av pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, np1 crd vvb pno12 vvi cst pns12 vmb vvi; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3529 | so give me sleep that I may rest, give me cloaths that I may be warm, give me estate that I may be rich, &c. Now when a heart desires them, | so give me sleep that I may rest, give me clothes that I may be warm, give me estate that I may be rich, etc. Now when a heart Desires them, | av vvb pno11 vvi cst pns11 vmb vvi, vvb pno11 n2 cst pns11 vmb vbi j, vvb pno11 n1 cst pns11 vmb vbi j, av av c-crq dt n1 vvz pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3530 | but his desires end not there, but run through them to Christ, that he flings down all comforts, | but his Desires end not there, but run through them to christ, that he flings down all comforts, | cc-acp po31 n2 vvb xx a-acp, cc-acp vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vvz a-acp d n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3531 | and saith what is this to fellowship with Christ: | and Says what is this to fellowship with christ: | cc vvz r-crq vbz d p-acp n1 p-acp np1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3532 | Thus far a man may desire and rejoyce in them, and 'tis a sin to do otherwise. | Thus Far a man may desire and rejoice in them, and it's a since to do otherwise. | av av-j dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vdi av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3533 | Nehem. 9. 35. A man may be content to have a Spring run through his ground to the Sea, to be swallowed up there, | Nehemiah 9. 35. A man may be content to have a Spring run through his ground to the Sea, to be swallowed up there, | np1 crd crd dt n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp a-acp, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3534 | but to swell, and rise, and overslow his ground and house, that's not safe, he may be drowned so: | but to swell, and rise, and overslow his ground and house, that's not safe, he may be drowned so: | cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc j po31 n1 cc n1, d|vbz xx j, pns31 vmb vbi vvn av: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3535 | So men come to be drowned in their lusts, that let them swell within doors. | So men come to be drowned in their Lustiest, that let them swell within doors. | av n2 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst vvb pno32 vvi p-acp n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 570 | Page 103 |
3536 | II. A man may desire the•, if he doth not spend more desire upon them than they be worth. | II A man may desire the•, if he does not spend more desire upon them than they be worth. | crd dt n1 vmb vvi n1, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi dc n1 p-acp pno32 cs pns32 vbb j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 571 | Page 103 |
3537 | A man may desire them for a good end as he thinks, but then he laies out too much upon them. | A man may desire them for a good end as he thinks, but then he lays out too much upon them. | dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vvz, cc-acp cs pns31 vvz av av av-d p-acp pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 571 | Page 103 |
3538 | A man may spend too much in his Inne, when he takes it up only as a way to his home. | A man may spend too much in his Inn, when he Takes it up only as a Way to his home. | dt n1 vmb vvi av av-d p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1-an. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 571 | Page 103 |
3539 | 1. They are perishing things, therefore let them have perishing desires. | 1. They Are perishing things, Therefore let them have perishing Desires. | crd pns32 vbr vvg n2, av vvb pno32 vhi j-vvg n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 572 | Page 103 |
3540 | The world passeth away. They are passengers by us, that stay to rest with us for a time, let them have passengers welcome. | The world passes away. They Are passengers by us, that stay to rest with us for a time, let them have passengers welcome. | dt n1 vvz av. pns32 vbr n2 p-acp pno12, cst vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno32 vhi n2 j-jn. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 572 | Page 103 |
3541 | 2. They are not necessary things, let them have therefore indifferent desires: I must have Christ, and his Spirit, &c. not these things: | 2. They Are not necessary things, let them have Therefore indifferent Desires: I must have christ, and his Spirit, etc. not these things: | crd pns32 vbr xx j n2, vvb pno32 vhi av j n2: pns11 vmb vhi np1, cc po31 n1, av xx d n2: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 573 | Page 103 |
3542 | They are to be sought not in the first, but in the second place. Therefore say first Christ, now let me have Christ: | They Are to be sought not in the First, but in the second place. Therefore say First christ, now let me have christ: | pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn xx p-acp dt ord, cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1. av vvb ord np1, av vvb pno11 vhi np1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 573 | Page 103 |
3543 | Men say now these things, then Christ. I say now the Lord Jesus, whether ever you have them or no. III. | Men say now these things, then christ. I say now the Lord jesus, whither ever you have them or not. III. | n2 vvb av d n2, cs np1. pns11 vvb av dt n1 np1, cs av pn22 vhb pno32 cc xx. np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 573 | Page 103 |
3544 | Now all superfluity of evil desires are to be crucified, Gal. 5. 24. They that are in Christ, have crucified, &c. Christ was not a dead, | Now all superfluity of evil Desires Are to be Crucified, Gal. 5. 24. They that Are in christ, have Crucified, etc. christ was not a dead, | av d n1 pp-f j-jn n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 crd crd pns32 d vbr p-acp np1, vhb vvn, av np1 vbds xx dt j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 574 | Page 104 |
3545 | but first a crucified Christ before: | but First a Crucified christ before: | cc-acp ord pns31 vvd np1 a-acp: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 574 | Page 104 |
3546 | So no Saint living, but he hath some superfluous desires, but though they live, they do crucifie them, so ought you. | So no Saint living, but he hath Some superfluous Desires, but though they live, they do crucify them, so ought you. | av dx n1 vvg, cc-acp pns31 vhz d j n2, cc-acp cs pns32 vvb, pns32 vdb vvi pno32, av vmd pn22. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 574 | Page 104 |
3547 | There is two things in crucifying. 1. There is extream pain upon the Cross. 2. A looking for death: So then lusts are crucified, | There is two things in crucifying. 1. There is extreme pain upon the Cross. 2. A looking for death: So then Lustiest Are Crucified, | pc-acp vbz crd n2 p-acp vvg. crd pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. crd dt vvg p-acp n1: av cs n2 vbr vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 574 | Page 104 |
3548 | 1. When you tast the bitternesse of your lusts, by putting them on Christs Crosse. | 1. When you taste the bitterness of your Lustiest, by putting them on Christ Cross. | crd c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp npg1 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 577 | Page 104 |
3549 | Oh the wrongs they have done the Son of God! And do this with violence, say, you shall to the Crosse, he that looks to Christ with a frolick heart to kill his lusts, shall never find him. | O the wrongs they have done the Son of God! And do this with violence, say, you shall to the Cross, he that looks to christ with a frolic heart to kill his Lustiest, shall never find him. | uh dt n2-jn pns32 vhb vdn dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vdb d p-acp n1, vvb, pn22 vmb p-acp dt n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, vmb av-x vvi pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 577 | Page 104 |
3550 | 2. Now looking and longing for their death, by holding them there. Unless the Blood of Christ slay these, I will never have any death for them. | 2. Now looking and longing for their death, by holding them there. Unless the Blood of christ slay these, I will never have any death for them. | crd av vvg cc vvg p-acp po32 n1, p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi d, pns11 vmb av-x vhi d n1 p-acp pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 578 | Page 104 |
3856 | for 'tis this that the world cannot receive. | for it's this that the world cannot receive. | c-acp pn31|vbz d cst dt n1 vmbx vvi. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3551 | For all the reason in the world will never kill a lust, no more than all the reason will perswade the Stomach not to hunger. The Belly hath no ears. | For all the reason in the world will never kill a lust, no more than all the reason will persuade the Stomach not to hunger. The Belly hath no ears. | p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb av-x vvi dt n1, av-dx dc cs d dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 xx p-acp n1. dt n1 vhz dx n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 578 | Page 104 |
3552 | Thus you are to moderate your desires after these things: Which I speak of, | Thus you Are to moderate your Desires After these things: Which I speak of, | av pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n2: r-crq pns11 vvb pp-f, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 579 | Page 104 |
3553 | First, Because 'tis a wilderness-sin, Psal. 106. 14, 15. Which it may be you feel brings leannesse on your soul. And | First, Because it's a wilderness-sin, Psalm 106. 14, 15. Which it may be you feel brings leanness on your soul. And | ord, c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd r-crq pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vvb vvz n1 p-acp po22 n1. cc | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 580 | Page 104 |
3554 | Secondly, Because 'tis the sin of prosperity and peace which God hath given us, which will grow up and choak the Word, that all Ordinances and Truths will in time be saplesse, savourlesse things unto us. | Secondly, Because it's the since of Prosperity and peace which God hath given us, which will grow up and choke the Word, that all Ordinances and Truths will in time be sapless, savourless things unto us. | ord, c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12, r-crq vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi dt n1, cst d n2 cc n2 vmb p-acp n1 vbb j, j n2 p-acp pno12. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 581 | Page 104 |
3555 | Thirdly, Because I have had strong fears lately of some unexpected trials among us, and I should be glad if it might not be, | Thirdly, Because I have had strong fears lately of Some unexpected trials among us, and I should be glad if it might not be, | ord, c-acp pns11 vhb vhn j n2 av-j pp-f d j n2 p-acp pno12, cc pns11 vmd vbi j cs pn31 vmd xx vbi, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 582 | Page 104 |
3556 | if the freedom from them might make us better, else I say let them come. But | if the freedom from them might make us better, Else I say let them come. But | cs dt n1 p-acp pno32 vmd vvi pno12 vvi, av pns11 vvb vvb pno32 vvi. p-acp | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 582 | Page 104 |
3557 | Fourthly, Because 'tis a rare thing among us to see such burning Lamps as look and long for Christs coming, which when I consider, | Fourthly, Because it's a rare thing among us to see such burning Lamps as look and long for Christ coming, which when I Consider, | ord, c-acp pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi d j-vvg n2 p-acp n1 cc av-j c-acp npg1 n-vvg, r-crq c-crq pns11 vvb, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 583 | Page 104 |
3558 | though there be other causes, yet one great one is this, Oh the heart is gone away by violent lusts after these things here! | though there be other Causes, yet one great one is this, O the heart is gone away by violent Lustiest After these things Here! | cs pc-acp vbi j-jn n2, av crd j pi vbz d, uh dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp j n2 p-acp d n2 av! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 583 | Page 104 |
3559 | Oh therefore take heed of them! And therefore consider, | O Therefore take heed of them! And Therefore Consider, | uh av vvb n1 pp-f pno32! cc av vvb, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 583 | Page 104 |
3560 | 1. You shall have Christ and his fellowship, if indeed you long for him, Iohn 4. 10. That's his love, you are not so desirous, | 1. You shall have christ and his fellowship, if indeed you long for him, John 4. 10. That's his love, you Are not so desirous, | crd pn22 vmb vhi np1 cc po31 n1, cs av pn22 vvb p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd d|vbz po31 n1, pn22 vbr xx av j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 584 | Page 104 |
3561 | but he is a thousand times more Thou maist desire these things, and if God loves thee misse of them. | but he is a thousand times more Thou Mayest desire these things, and if God loves thee miss of them. | cc-acp pns31 vbz dt crd n2 av-dc pns21 vm2 vvi d n2, cc cs np1 vvz pno21 n1 pp-f pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 584 | Page 104 |
3562 | God will make thee poor when thou wouldst be rich, base when thou wilt be honoured, | God will make thee poor when thou Wouldst be rich, base when thou wilt be honoured, | np1 vmb vvi pno21 j c-crq pns21 vmd2 vbi j, j c-crq pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 584 | Page 104 |
3563 | and when you would have honey, he will give you stings; | and when you would have honey, he will give you stings; | cc c-crq pn22 vmd vhi n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 n2; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 584 | Page 104 |
3564 | and cause you have to thank the Lord too, that he will not give you your portion here. | and cause you have to thank the Lord too, that he will not give you your portion Here. | cc vvb pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22 po22 n1 av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 584 | Page 104 |
3565 | 2. If th•u hast them, and dost desire them, and God gives them, and thou lettest Christ go, thou hadst better a thousand times be without them, Psal, 78. 30, 31. The meat was in their mouths, | 2. If th•u hast them, and dost desire them, and God gives them, and thou Lettest christ go, thou Hadst better a thousand times be without them, Psalm, 78. 30, 31. The meat was in their mouths, | crd cs n1 vvb pno32, cc vd2 vvi pno32, cc np1 vvz pno32, cc pns21 vv2 np1 vvi, pns21 vhd2 av-jc dt crd n2 vbb p-acp pno32, np1, crd crd, crd dt n1 vbds p-acp po32 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 585 | Page 104 |
3566 | and the wrath of God came upon them. If the Lord gives thee Christ, happy for ever; | and the wrath of God Come upon them. If the Lord gives thee christ, happy for ever; | cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32. cs dt n1 vvz pno21 np1, j c-acp av; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 585 | Page 104 |
3567 | if these things when thou dost so desire them, oh wo for ever! 3. The Fellowship of the Lord Jesus thou shalt never lose. | if these things when thou dost so desire them, o woe for ever! 3. The Fellowship of the Lord jesus thou shalt never loose. | cs d n2 c-crq pns21 vd2 av vvi pno32, uh n1 p-acp av! crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 pns21 vm2 av-x vvi. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 585 | Page 104 |
3568 | Death shall not part thee from that, nothing shall rob thee of that; but look after and long for these things, they will perish and die away. | Death shall not part thee from that, nothing shall rob thee of that; but look After and long for these things, they will perish and die away. | n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 p-acp d, pix vmb vvi pno21 pp-f d; cc-acp vvb a-acp cc av-j p-acp d n2, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 586 | Page 104 |
3569 | All flesh is grasse, the Word of the Lord, and the Lord himself much more endureth for ever. | All Flesh is grass, the Word of the Lord, and the Lord himself much more Endureth for ever. | d n1 vbz n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 px31 d dc vvz p-acp av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 586 | Page 104 |
3570 | 4. Why dost desire these things? For some sweet in them. | 4. Why dost desire these things? For Some sweet in them. | crd q-crq vd2 vvi d n2? p-acp d j p-acp pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 587 | Page 104 |
3878 | now sell thy self out of all for him. | now fell thy self out of all for him. | av vvb po21 n1 av pp-f d p-acp pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3571 | Why is not all that in the presence of the Lord Jesus, and enjoying him? It pleaseth the Father that in him should all fulnesse dwell, so that thou shalt drink as out of a pure Fountain all that is there. | Why is not all that in the presence of the Lord jesus, and enjoying him? It Pleases the Father that in him should all fullness dwell, so that thou shalt drink as out of a pure Fountain all that is there. | q-crq vbz xx d cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc vvg pno31? pn31 vvz dt n1 cst p-acp pno31 vmd av-d n1 vvi, av cst pns21 vm2 vvi c-acp av pp-f dt j n1 d d vbz a-acp. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 587 | Page 104 |
3572 | If there be any sweetnesse here, he gave it, 'tis much more eminently in himself, Exod. 24. 11. They saw the God of Israel, and eat and drank. | If there be any sweetness Here, he gave it, it's much more eminently in himself, Exod 24. 11. They saw the God of Israel, and eat and drank. | cs pc-acp vbb d n1 av, pns31 vvd pn31, pn31|vbz av-d dc av-j p-acp px31, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi cc vvd. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 587 | Page 104 |
3573 | Had they meat up with them? Oh no. But the sight of him was meat and drink and all unto them. | Had they meat up with them? O no. But the sighed of him was meat and drink and all unto them. | vhd pns32 n1 a-acp p-acp pno32? uh uh-dx. p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 vbds n1 cc vvi cc d p-acp pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 587 | Page 104 |
3574 | As therefore you desire Christs fellowship, Oh long no more after these things here! Hence see death is not to be feared, |
As Therefore you desire Christ fellowship, O long no more After these things Here! Hence see death is not to be feared, but desired of all Saints. | p-acp av pn22 vvb npg1 n1, uh vvb av-dx dc p-acp d n2 av! av vvi n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp vvn pp-f d n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 587 | Page 104 |
3575 | It was an odd speech of a Heathen, 'Tis ill to desire death, and worse to fear it; | It was an odd speech of a Heathen, It's ill to desire death, and Worse to Fear it; | pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn, pn31|vbz j-jn pc-acp vvi n1, cc av-jc pc-acp vvi pn31; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 588 | Page 104 |
3576 | he meant not because of any good in it, but because we must die: But death brings us into eternal Fellowship with the Lord Jesus. | he meant not Because of any good in it, but Because we must die: But death brings us into Eternal Fellowship with the Lord jesus. | pns31 vvd xx p-acp pp-f d j p-acp pn31, cc-acp c-acp pns12 vmb vvi: cc-acp n1 vvz pno12 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 588 | Page 104 |
3577 | It doth Saints more good than all Ordinances, all afflictions, (wherein we complain we can get no good) than all means. | It does Saints more good than all Ordinances, all afflictions, (wherein we complain we can get no good) than all means. | pn31 vdz n2 av-dc j cs d n2, d n2, (c-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vmb vvi dx j) cs d n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 588 | Page 105 |
3578 | It brings us into his Fellowship, 1. Quickly, as Christ was caught up, so the Soul by Christ to himself. 2. Immediatly, | It brings us into his Fellowship, 1. Quickly, as christ was caught up, so the Soul by christ to himself. 2. Immediately, | pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp po31 n1, crd av-j, c-acp np1 vbds vvn a-acp, av dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp px31. crd av-j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 588 | Page 105 |
3579 | for the next thing we shall see is Christ himself, our Husband himself, and then see the Kingdom, | for the next thing we shall see is christ himself, our Husband himself, and then see the Kingdom, | p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi vbz np1 px31, po12 n1 px31, cc av vvb dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 588 | Page 105 |
3580 | and then wonder at the Lord. 3. Everlastingly, never to part more. Oh fear it not therefore, Christ hath sweetned it to you. SECT. V. HEnce see a clear foundation and ground-work of longing for fellowship with the Lord Jesus in his Ordinances here. | and then wonder At the Lord. 3. Everlastingly, never to part more. O Fear it not Therefore, christ hath sweetened it to you. SECT. V. HEnce see a clear Foundation and groundwork of longing for fellowship with the Lord jesus in his Ordinances Here. | cc av vvb p-acp dt n1. crd av-j, av-x pc-acp vvi av-dc. uh vvb pn31 xx av, np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pn22. n1. n1 av vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp po31 n2 av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 588 | Page 105 |
3581 | This is that I shall exhort to. For | d vbz cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp. p-acp | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 589 | Page 105 | |
3582 | 1. You cannot, shall not, must not now go to him in Heaven, nor enjoy fellowship with him, | 1. You cannot, shall not, must not now go to him in Heaven, nor enjoy fellowship with him, | crd pn22 vmbx, vmb xx, vmb xx av vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, ccx vvi n1 p-acp pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3583 | nor meet him in the clouds though you do long for that day; but in his Ordinances you may meet with him now. | nor meet him in the Clouds though you do long for that day; but in his Ordinances you may meet with him now. | ccx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 cs pn22 vdb av-j p-acp d n1; cc-acp p-acp po31 n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3584 | And truly those whom we love and long for, if we cannot go to their house, | And truly those whom we love and long for, if we cannot go to their house, | cc av-j d ro-crq pns12 vvb cc av-j p-acp, cs pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp po32 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3585 | or find them at home, we are glad to meet with them abroad. | or find them At home, we Are glad to meet with them abroad. | cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1-an, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3586 | As with those who stand before Princes, if we cannot be with them on the Throne, | As with those who stand before Princes, if we cannot be with them on the Throne, | p-acp p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp n2, cs pns12 vmbx vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3587 | or at Court, we will desire to be with them in the Countrey, Nay on the Dunghil. | or At Court, we will desire to be with them in the Country, Nay on the Dunghill. | cc p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, uh-x p-acp dt n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3588 | Oh the Spirit of David! Psal. 27. 4. One thi•g have I desired, and that I will seek for, though I never have it. | O the Spirit of David! Psalm 27. 4. One thi•g have I desired, and that I will seek for, though I never have it. | uh dt n1 pp-f np1! np1 crd crd crd n1 vhb pns11 vvn, cc cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, c-acp pns11 av-x vhb pn31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3589 | What is that David? Is it to wear the Crown in Ierusalem? Is it to have all thine enemies lick the dust of thy feet? Is it to have thy Name spread, | What is that David? Is it to wear the Crown in Ierusalem? Is it to have all thine enemies lick the dust of thy feet? Is it to have thy Name spread, | q-crq vbz cst np1? vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1? vbz pn31 pc-acp vhi d po21 n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2? vbz pn31 pc-acp vhi po21 n1 vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3979 | And how come they there? They are sown there, i. e. hid for a time, | And how come they there? They Are sown there, i. e. hid for a time, | cc q-crq vvb pns32 a-acp? pns32 vbr vvn a-acp, sy. sy. vvd p-acp dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 655 | Page 116 |
3590 | and thine Honour great through all the Kingdomes of the world? No, but that I may dwell in the Courts of the Lords House all the daies of my life, and that seeing I cannot, shall not die presently, | and thine Honour great through all the Kingdoms of the world? No, but that I may dwell in the Courts of the lords House all the days of my life, and that seeing I cannot, shall not die presently, | cc po21 n1 j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1? uh-dx, cc-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 n1 d dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, cc d vvg pns11 vmbx, vmb xx vvi av-j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3591 | and so go to see his Glory in Heaven, therefore that I may see his Beauty here, enjoy him here, | and so go to see his Glory in Heaven, Therefore that I may see his Beauty Here, enjoy him Here, | cc av vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, av cst pns11 vmb vvi po31 n1 av, vvb pno31 av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3592 | and that not for some years, but all the daies of my life. | and that not for Some Years, but all the days of my life. | cc cst xx p-acp d n2, cc-acp d dt n2 pp-f po11 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 590 | Page 105 |
3593 | 2. Ought you not to long to tast and passe through the sorrows of death, that you may be with him? And are Christs Ordinances more bitter than death, that you are loath to break through the difficulty of them, that in them you may enjoy him? The truth is so 'tis with many a man, that such is the strength of his hidden contempt of Christ, | 2. Ought you not to long to taste and pass through the sorrows of death, that you may be with him? And Are Christ Ordinances more bitter than death, that you Are loath to break through the difficulty of them, that in them you may enjoy him? The truth is so it's with many a man, that such is the strength of his hidden contempt of christ, | crd vmd pn22 xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pn22 vmb vbi p-acp pno31? cc vbr npg1 n2 av-dc j cs n1, cst pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cst p-acp pno32 pn22 vmb vvi pno31? dt n1 vbz av pn31|vbz p-acp d dt n1, cst d vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 591 | Page 105 |
3594 | and his love to his sloath, that he had rather die than pray, and be damned eternally than to follow the Lord in an Ordinance till he hath found him graciously. | and his love to his sloth, that he had rather die than pray, and be damned eternally than to follow the Lord in an Ordinance till he hath found him graciously. | cc po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vhd av-c vvi cs vvb, cc vbi vvn av-j av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31 av-j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 591 | Page 105 |
3595 | How come Gods own people to lament this, if there were not this? | How come God's own people to lament this, if there were not this? | np1 vvb n2 d n1 pc-acp vvi d, cs pc-acp vbdr xx d? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 591 | Page 105 |
3596 | 3. I remember a sweet speech of one with God, That a Christian ought to prepare for a Sacrament as he would prepare to die, | 3. I Remember a sweet speech of one with God, That a Christian ought to prepare for a Sacrament as he would prepare to die, | crd pns11 vvb dt j n1 pp-f crd p-acp np1, cst dt njp vmd p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 592 | Page 105 |
3597 | for, saith he, there is but this difference, when we die we then go to Christ, in a Sacrament Christ comes to us. | for, Says he, there is but this difference, when we die we then go to christ, in a Sacrament christ comes to us. | c-acp, vvz pns31, a-acp vbz p-acp d n1, c-crq pns12 vvb pns12 av vvb p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno12. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 592 | Page 105 |
3598 | What he said of a Sacrament, I say of every Ordinance, in every Ordinance Christ comes to us, | What he said of a Sacrament, I say of every Ordinance, in every Ordinance christ comes to us, | r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvb pp-f d n1, p-acp d n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno12, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 592 | Page 105 |
3599 | when we die we go to him. Now ought you to long when you are absent from him to be with him, | when we die we go to him. Now ought you to long when you Are absent from him to be with him, | c-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vvb p-acp pno31. av vmd pn22 p-acp j c-crq pn22 vbr j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 592 | Page 105 |
3600 | and will you not care for him, nor long to see him and enjoy him when he comes to you? And so be worse than poor naked Indians, Christ comes not to them, no dews fall down on their Gilboahs, no Manna at their Tent doors, | and will you not care for him, nor long to see him and enjoy him when he comes to you? And so be Worse than poor naked Indians, christ comes not to them, no dews fallen down on their Gilboahs, no Manna At their Tent doors, | cc vmb pn22 xx vvi p-acp pno31, ccx j pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn22? cc av vbi jc cs j j np1, np1 vvz xx p-acp pno32, dx n2 vvi a-acp p-acp po32 npg1, dx n1 p-acp po32 n1 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 592 | Page 105 |
3601 | and hence they live without him, and desire him not; | and hence they live without him, and desire him not; | cc av pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 xx; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 592 | Page 105 |
3602 | and when he comes to you, do you see no beauty in him now why you should desire him? Will you thus requi•e him for his love, ah foolish children and ••wise? | and when he comes to you, do you see no beauty in him now why you should desire him? Will you thus requi•e him for his love, ah foolish children and ••wise? | cc c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn22, vdb pn22 vvi dx n1 p-acp pno31 av c-crq pn22 vmd vvi pno31? n1 pn22 av vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, uh j n2 cc av? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 592 | Page 105 |
3603 | 4. Truly Beloved, you can have but little evidence you do desire the Lord Jesus company in Heaven at the last day, that long not vehemently after him in his Ordinances now. | 4. Truly beloved, you can have but little evidence you do desire the Lord jesus company in Heaven At the last day, that long not vehemently After him in his Ordinances now. | crd np1 vvn, pn22 vmb vhi p-acp j n1 pn22 vdb vvi dt n1 np1 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1, cst vvb xx av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2 av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 593 | Page 105 |
3604 | You have followed me in the regeneration, saith Christ, Mat. 19. 28. therefore you shall sit with me upon Thrones. | You have followed me in the regeneration, Says christ, Mathew 19. 28. Therefore you shall fit with me upon Thrones. | pn22 vhb vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, vvz np1, np1 crd crd av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 593 | Page 105 |
3605 | If Christs presence here, a little of himself be burdensom, What will it be in Heaven then? Depart from me, saith Christ, I was in prison and you visited me not. | If Christ presence Here, a little of himself be burdensome, What will it be in Heaven then? Depart from me, Says christ, I was in prison and you visited me not. | cs npg1 n1 av, dt j pp-f px31 vbb j, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi p-acp n1 av? vvb p-acp pno11, vvz np1, pns11 vbds p-acp n1 cc pn22 vvd pno11 xx. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 593 | Page 105 |
3728 | It may be you will give him the hearing for it, and give him a few good wishes, | It may be you will give him the hearing for it, and give him a few good wishes, | pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi pno31 dt n-vvg p-acp pn31, cc vvb pno31 dt d j n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3606 | Shall you depart for not visiting an imprisoned, persecuted, sick, sorrowful Christ in midst of miseries, | Shall you depart for not visiting an imprisoned, persecuted, sick, sorrowful christ in midst of misery's, | vmb pn22 vvi p-acp xx vvg dt j-vvn, vvn, j, j np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 593 | Page 105 |
3607 | and shall not you depart for rot visiting a comforting Christ, a teaching Christ, an intreating, embracing Christ in the midst of his Ordinances. | and shall not you depart for rot visiting a comforting christ, a teaching christ, an entreating, embracing christ in the midst of his Ordinances. | cc vmb xx pn22 vvi p-acp n1 vvg dt vvg np1, dt vvg np1, dt vvg, vvg np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 593 | Page 106 |
3608 | If the Lord tries you with water, with a little of himself here, and you care not for him, long not after him, | If the Lord tries you with water, with a little of himself Here, and you care not for him, long not After him, | cs dt n1 vvz pn22 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j pp-f px31 av, cc pn22 vvb xx p-acp pno31, vvb xx p-acp pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 593 | Page 106 |
3609 | and hence let all leak out again, How shall the Lord trust you with wine? with full fruition of himself in Heaven? | and hence let all leak out again, How shall the Lord trust you with wine? with full fruition of himself in Heaven? | cc av vvb d n1 av av, q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb pn22 p-acp n1? p-acp j n1 pp-f px31 p-acp n1? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 593 | Page 106 |
3610 | 5. Oh Beloved have you ever found him in his Ordinances? If not, Oh the heavy wrath of the Lord Jesus upon thee: | 5. O beloved have you ever found him in his Ordinances? If not, O the heavy wrath of the Lord jesus upon thee: | crd uh np1 vhb pn22 av vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n2? cs xx, uh dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp pno21: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 594 | Page 106 |
3611 | If you have, if ever he hath comforted thee when sad and sorrowful, if ever quickned thee when death and darknesse did lie upon thee, | If you have, if ever he hath comforted thee when sad and sorrowful, if ever quickened thee when death and darkness did lie upon thee, | cs pn22 vhb, cs av pns31 vhz vvn pno21 c-crq j cc j, cs av vvn pno21 c-crq n1 cc n1 vdd vvi p-acp pno21, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 594 | Page 106 |
3612 | if ever he did deliver thee when distressed, Oh then take heed of despising him in his Ordinances now, | if ever he did deliver thee when distressed, O then take heed of despising him in his Ordinances now, | cs av pns31 vdd vvi pno21 c-crq vvd, uh av vvb n1 pp-f vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n2 av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 594 | Page 106 |
3613 | but long for him again, That I may see thee as I have seen thee, Psal. 63. 2. Let them that never found him, deal so with him. | but long for him again, That I may see thee as I have seen thee, Psalm 63. 2. Let them that never found him, deal so with him. | cc-acp av-j c-acp pno31 av, cst pns11 vmb vvi pno21 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21, np1 crd crd vvb pno32 cst av vvd pno31, vvb av p-acp pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 594 | Page 106 |
3614 | Peter when he saw Christs Glory on the Mount, Lord saith he, ' tis good for us to be here. | Peter when he saw Christ Glory on the Mount, Lord Says he, ' this good for us to be Here. | np1 c-crq pns31 vvd npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 vvz pns31, pn31 pn31|vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 594 | Page 106 |
3615 | Hath the Lord ever transfigured himself before thee, so as he hath appeared in another manner to thee in his Ordinances than ever thou sawest before? Then say, seeing Lord I cannot come to Heaven to thee, 'tis good being in the Mount, in thy Ordinances with thee, its good being here, 1 Pet. 2. 2, 3, 4. I know Brethren you have many employments in the world, | Hath the Lord ever transfigured himself before thee, so as he hath appeared in Another manner to thee in his Ordinances than ever thou Sawest before? Then say, seeing Lord I cannot come to Heaven to thee, it's good being in the Mount, in thy Ordinances with thee, its good being Here, 1 Pet. 2. 2, 3, 4. I know Brothers you have many employments in the world, | vhz dt n1 av vvd px31 p-acp pno21, av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp po31 n2 cs av pns21 vvd2 a-acp? av vvb, vvg n1 pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, pn31|vbz j vbg p-acp dt n1, p-acp po21 n2 p-acp pno21, pn31|vbz j vbg av, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns11 vvb n2 pn22 vhb d n2 p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 594 | Page 106 |
3616 | and are called away to them, and cannot ever be with the Lord, yet let your longings be there, | and Are called away to them, and cannot ever be with the Lord, yet let your longings be there, | cc vbr vvn av p-acp pno32, cc vmbx av vbi p-acp dt n1, av vvb po22 n2-vvg vbi a-acp, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 594 | Page 106 |
3617 | nay though cast out of Gods sight, yet look to the Temple; this will give you peace. | nay though cast out of God's sighed, yet look to the Temple; this will give you peace. | uh-x cs n1 av pp-f npg1 n1, av vvb p-acp dt n1; d vmb vvi pn22 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 594 | Page 106 |
3618 | 6. This if I may have leave to speak plainly, is the great sin, one of them, of New-England. Men come over hither for Ordinances, | 6. This if I may have leave to speak plainly, is the great since, one of them, of New england. Men come over hither for Ordinances, | crd d cs pns11 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, vbz dt j n1, crd pp-f pno32, pp-f np1. n2 vvb a-acp av c-acp n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 595 | Page 106 |
3619 | and when they have them neglect them; | and when they have them neglect them; | cc c-crq pns32 vhb pno32 vvi pno32; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 595 | Page 106 |
3620 | or if it be too horrible to live in a grosse neglect of them, yet who maintains his Fellowship with Christ? or longing after the Fellowship of Christ in them? And therefore I shall stay a while on this point. | or if it be too horrible to live in a gross neglect of them, yet who maintains his Fellowship with christ? or longing After the Fellowship of christ in them? And Therefore I shall stay a while on this point. | cc cs pn31 vbb av j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, av q-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1? cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32? cc av pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 595 | Page 106 |
3621 | Men that are sick of consumptions have somtimes a mighty stomach after meat, and when 'tis brought them, they are weary of the very smell of it, | Men that Are sick of consumptions have sometimes a mighty stomach After meat, and when it's brought them, they Are weary of the very smell of it, | np1 cst vbr j pp-f n2 vhb av dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc c-crq pn31|vbz vvn pno32, pns32 vbr j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f pn31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 595 | Page 106 |
3622 | and then say, truly I had thought I could have eaten so much; | and then say, truly I had Thought I could have eaten so much; | cc av vvb, av-j pns11 vhd vvn pns11 vmd vhi vvn av av-d; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 595 | Page 106 |
3623 | so men loath Ordinances, nay the Cooks that dresse, and the Dish that brings, and the Ministry of Christ Jesus that provides the meat, | so men loath Ordinances, nay the Cooks that dress, and the Dish that brings, and the Ministry of christ jesus that provides the meat, | av n2 j n2, uh-x dt n2 cst vvb, cc dt n1 cst vvz, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 cst vvz dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 595 | Page 106 |
3625 | I know many use Ordinances, but are they not indifferent whether they find him therein or no? Now, | I know many use Ordinances, but Are they not indifferent whither they find him therein or no? Now, | pns11 vvb d n1 n2, cc-acp vbr pns32 xx j cs pns32 vvb pno31 av cc dx? av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 595 | Page 106 |
3626 | 1. When men had enough by them to live comfortably upon, then God and his Ordinances were desired by them, | 1. When men had enough by them to live comfortably upon, then God and his Ordinances were desired by them, | crd c-crq n2 vhd d p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp, cs np1 cc po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 596 | Page 106 |
3627 | but here mens removing begetting want, want of the creature joyned with fear and distrust of Gods Providence to provide for them and theirs, either sink their hearts, that Ordinances are not sweet, no more than Moses message to a people in anguish, | but Here men's removing begetting want, want of the creature joined with Fear and distrust of God's Providence to provide for them and theirs, either sink their hearts, that Ordinances Are not sweet, no more than Moses message to a people in anguish, | cc-acp av ng2 n-vvg vvg n1, n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cc png32, d vvb po32 n2, cst n2 vbr xx j, av-dx dc cs np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 596 | Page 106 |
3628 | or meat to a wounded man; | or meat to a wounded man; | cc n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 596 | Page 106 |
3629 | or else makes them hungry after the creature, and hence lavishing out their desires, that they have none after the Lord himself. | or Else makes them hungry After the creature, and hence lavishing out their Desires, that they have none After the Lord himself. | cc av vvz pno32 j p-acp dt n1, cc av vvg av po32 n2, cst pns32 vhb pix p-acp dt n1 px31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 596 | Page 106 |
3630 | 2. When men are persecuted by enemies, driven into corners, or to Townes six miles off to find a Sacrament, | 2. When men Are persecuted by enemies, driven into corners, or to Towns six miles off to find a Sacrament, | crd c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, vvn p-acp n2, cc p-acp n2 crd n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3631 | or hear a Sermon, then the Gospel of peace, and them that brought the glad tidings of peace, their feet were beautiful, | or hear a Sermon, then the Gospel of peace, and them that brought the glad tidings of peace, their feet were beautiful, | cc vvi dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pno32 cst vvd dt j n2 pp-f n1, po32 n2 vbdr j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3632 | and then men thought if one Sabbath here so sweet where Ordinances are much corrupted, | and then men Thought if one Sabbath Here so sweet where Ordinances Are much corrupted, | cc av n2 vvd cs crd n1 av av j c-crq n2 vbr av-d vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3633 | if some of them be so comfortable in the midst of enemies, Oh how sweet to enjoy them all among Saints, among Friends? And so I know they be to some, | if Some of them be so comfortable in the midst of enemies, O how sweet to enjoy them all among Saints, among Friends? And so I know they be to Some, | cs d pp-f pno32 vbi av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, uh q-crq j pc-acp vvi pno32 d p-acp n2, p-acp n2? cc av pns11 vvb pns32 vbb p-acp d, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3634 | and I hope to more than I know; but New-Englands peace and plenty of means breeds strange security; | and I hope to more than I know; but New-Englands peace and plenty of means breeds strange security; | cc pns11 vvb p-acp dc cs pns11 vvb; cc-acp npg1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vvz j n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3635 | and hence prayer is neglected here: | and hence prayer is neglected Here: | cc av n1 vbz vvn av: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3636 | There are no enemies to hunt you to Heaven, nor no chains to make you cry; | There Are no enemies to hunt you to Heaven, nor no chains to make you cry; | a-acp vbr dx n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1, ccx dx n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3637 | hence the Gospel and Christ in it is sleighted. Why? Here are no soure herbs to make the Lamb sweet. | hence the Gospel and christ in it is sleighted. Why? Here Are no sour herbs to make the Lamb sweet. | av dt n1 cc np1 p-acp pn31 vbz vvn. q-crq? av vbr dx j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3638 | And if I get no good this Sabbath, this Sermon, this Sacrament, this Prayer, I hope I shall some other time, | And if I get no good this Sabbath, this Sermon, this Sacrament, this Prayer, I hope I shall Some other time, | cc cs pns11 vvb dx j d n1, d n1, d n1, d n1, pns11 vvb pns11 vmb d j-jn n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3639 | when my heart is better, and my businesse is over: | when my heart is better, and my business is over: | c-crq po11 n1 vbz jc, cc po11 n1 vbz a-acp: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3640 | Not considering that the daies of trouble may be near, or Gods final farewel may be quickly taken. | Not considering that the days of trouble may be near, or God's final farewell may be quickly taken. | xx vvg cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi j, cc n2 j n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 597 | Page 106 |
3641 | 3. It was a sad speech of a Brother lately, which hath oft affected me, that a man may pray out, hear out all the Grace of his heart: | 3. It was a sad speech of a Brother lately, which hath oft affected me, that a man may pray out, hear out all the Grace of his heart: | crd pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j, r-crq vhz av vvn pno11, cst dt n1 vmb vvi av, vvb av d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 598 | Page 107 |
3642 | Meaning this, when God begins to work upon a mans heart at first, then prayer and Word is sweet, stay a while they hear out their hearing, | Meaning this, when God begins to work upon a men heart At First, then prayer and Word is sweet, stay a while they hear out their hearing, | vvg d, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp ord, cs n1 cc n1 vbz j, vvb dt n1 pns32 vvb av po32 n-vvg, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 598 | Page 107 |
3643 | and pray out their praying, so as in praying, they pray not; and in hearing, they hear not! | and pray out their praying, so as in praying, they pray not; and in hearing, they hear not! | cc vvb av po32 n-vvg, av c-acp p-acp vvg, pns32 vvb xx; cc p-acp vvg, pns32 vvb xx! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 598 | Page 107 |
3644 | Would to God there were no• a generation of those men among us, that having been so oft Sermon-trod and Prayer-beaten, that now their hearts are hardned, | Would to God there were no• a generation of those men among us, that having been so oft Sermon-trod and Prayer-beaten, that now their hearts Are hardened, | vmd p-acp np1 a-acp vbdr n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp pno12, cst vhg vbn av av j cc j, cst av po32 n2 vbr vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 598 | Page 107 |
3645 | and being used to Ordinances, and being so long ridden under them, I wish they were not tired, | and being used to Ordinances, and being so long ridden under them, I wish they were not tired, | cc vbg vvn p-acp n2, cc vbg av av-j vvn p-acp pno32, pns11 vvb pns32 vbdr xx vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 598 | Page 107 |
3729 | and a few good words, and a little leisure. | and a few good words, and a little leisure. | cc dt d j n2, cc dt j n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3646 | and jaded under them before they come half way home, that they had rather lie & die in the high way, | and jaded under them before they come half Way home, that they had rather lie & die in the high Way, | cc vvn p-acp pno32 c-acp pns32 vvb j-jn n1 av-an, cst pns32 vhd av-c vvb cc vvi p-acp dt j n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 598 | Page 107 |
3647 | than get up and with mighty groans and invincible wrastlings of heart seek after, and so find the Lord in them. | than get up and with mighty groans and invincible wrestlings of heart seek After, and so find the Lord in them. | cs vvb a-acp cc p-acp j n2 cc j n2 pp-f n1 vvb a-acp, cc av vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 598 | Page 107 |
3648 | 4. There is no place in all the world, where there is such expectation to find the Lord, | 4. There is no place in all the world, where there is such expectation to find the Lord, | crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3649 | as here, and hence men blesse the Lord for our rising Sun, when 'tis setting every where else: | as Here, and hence men bless the Lord for our rising Sun, when it's setting every where Else: | c-acp av, cc av n2 vvb dt n1 p-acp po12 j-vvg n1, c-crq pn31|vbz vvg d c-crq av: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3650 | Here therefore they come and find it not, hence not considering the great and last temptation of this place, whereby God tries his friends before he will trust them with more of himself, viz. deep and frequent desertions, they give in, | Here Therefore they come and find it not, hence not considering the great and last temptation of this place, whereby God tries his Friends before he will trust them with more of himself, viz. deep and frequent desertions, they give in, | av av pns32 vvb cc vvi pn31 xx, av xx vvg dt j cc ord n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n2 c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dc pp-f px31, n1 j-jn cc j n2, pns32 vvb p-acp, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3651 | and therefore care not for, nor desire after those plaisters which they feel heal them not, | and Therefore care not for, nor desire After those plasters which they feel heal them not, | cc av vvb xx p-acp, ccx vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vvb vvi pno32 xx, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3652 | nor that food which they find nouris•eth them not. | nor that food which they find nouris•eth them not. | ccx d n1 r-crq pns32 vvb vvz pno32 xx. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3653 | 'Tis strange to see what a Faith some men have that can close with Christ as their end, and comfort themselves there; | It's strange to see what a Faith Some men have that can close with christ as their end, and Comfort themselves there; | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 d n2 vhb d vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi px32 a-acp; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3654 | 'tis not means (say they) but Christ, not duties but Christ, and by this Faith can comfort and quiet themselves in the neglect and contempt of Christ in means, | it's not means (say they) but christ, not duties but christ, and by this Faith can Comfort and quiet themselves in the neglect and contempt of christ in means, | pn31|vbz xx n2 (vvb pns32) p-acp np1, xx n2 p-acp np1, cc p-acp d n1 vmb vvi cc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3655 | as infallible a brand of Gods eternal reprobation of such a soul as any I know. | as infallible a brand of God's Eternal reprobation of such a soul as any I know. | c-acp j dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp d pns11 vvb. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3656 | So that this is New-Englands sin. | So that this is New-Englands since. | av cst d vbz npg1 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3657 | Is not Prayer neglected, wanting place and heart? if not in family, is it not in secret? so that you have none, nor poor servants have none. | Is not Prayer neglected, wanting place and heart? if not in family, is it not in secret? so that you have none, nor poor Servants have none. | vbz xx n1 vvn, vvg n1 cc n1? cs xx p-acp n1, vbz pn31 xx p-acp j-jn? av cst pn22 vhb pix, ccx j n2 vhb pix. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3658 | If any Prayer in secret, yet doth it not die? Didst ever find thy Spirit so straitned? Where are the mighty groans? What is become of meditation? Dost not let Sabbaths, Sermons passe over, which shall be preacht over again at the last day, | If any Prayer in secret, yet does it not die? Didst ever find thy Spirit so straitened? Where Are the mighty groans? What is become of meditation? Dost not let Sabbaths, Sermons pass over, which shall be preached over again At the last day, | cs d n1 p-acp j-jn, av vdz pn31 xx vvi? vdd2 av vvi po21 n1 av vvn? q-crq vbr dt j n2? q-crq vbz vvn pp-f n1? vd2 xx vvi n2, n2 vvb a-acp, r-crq vmb vbi vvd a-acp av p-acp dt ord n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3659 | and find no Christ, no Spirit in them; | and find no christ, no Spirit in them; | cc vvb dx np1, dx n1 p-acp pno32; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3660 | and thus lie famishing, and •et not cry for bread? If it be not so, I am glad, God, Angels, Saints, | and thus lie famishing, and •et not cry for bred? If it be not so, I am glad, God, Angels, Saints, | cc av vvb vvg, cc vvb xx vvi p-acp n1? cs pn31 vbb xx av, pns11 vbm j, np1, n2, n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3661 | and al the world shall call you blessed: | and all the world shall call you blessed: | cc d dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 vvn: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3662 | If it be so, I dare be bold to prophesie ruine to this place and people, | If it be so, I Dare be bold to prophesy ruin to this place and people, | cs pn31 vbb av, pns11 vvb vbb j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3663 | and that you or your pos•erity shall either in woods, or in the Land, or hands of your enemies in this place lament with tears the contempt of means; and you even Disciple; | and that you or your pos•erity shall either in woods, or in the Land, or hands of your enemies in this place lament with tears the contempt of means; and you even Disciple; | cc cst pn22 cc po22 n1 vmb av-d p-acp n2, cc p-acp dt n1, cc n2 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp n2 dt n1 pp-f n2; cc pn22 av n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3664 | of Christ shall desire to see one of the daies of the Son of man, and shall not see them. | of christ shall desire to see one of the days of the Son of man, and shall not see them. | pp-f np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vmb xx vvi pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3665 | Jer. 8. 13, 14. Let us go into strong holds, &c. I know there are many that do meet the Lord, | Jer. 8. 13, 14. Let us go into strong holds, etc. I know there Are many that do meet the Lord, | np1 crd crd, crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j n2, av pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr d cst vdb vvi dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3666 | but are you not apt to fall asleep again? Oh therefore let me entreat you, | but Are you not apt to fallen asleep again? O Therefore let me entreat you, | cc-acp vbr pn22 xx j pc-acp vvi j av? uh av vvb pno11 vvi pn22, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3667 | if the Lord hath espoused you to himself, if you have any longings after him in Heaven, seeing those desires cannot be fulfilled presently, Oh long to meet him here, | if the Lord hath espoused you to himself, if you have any longings After him in Heaven, seeing those Desires cannot be fulfilled presently, O long to meet him Here, | cs dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp px31, cs pn22 vhb d n2-vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, vvg d n2 vmbx vbi vvn av-j, uh j pc-acp vvi pno31 av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3668 | and so long to meet him, as that you may indeed meet with him and with more and more of him. SECT. VI. | and so long to meet him, as that you may indeed meet with him and with more and more of him. SECT. VI. | cc av av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp cst pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp pno31 cc p-acp av-dc cc dc pp-f pno31. n1. crd. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 599 | Page 107 |
3669 | VVHat is it to meet Christ, and to have Fellowship with him in an Ordinance? |
What is it to meet christ, and to have Fellowship with him in an Ordinance? | q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 600 | Page 107 |
3670 | I have been oft asked this, |
I have been oft asked this, and for the sake of them that be weak, I shall give you a taste of it. | pns11 vhb vbn av vvn d, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vbb j, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 601 | Page 107 |
3671 | 1. Therefore look as 'tis with a man that receives any common mercy from God, from Christ, | 1. Therefore look as it's with a man that receives any Common mercy from God, from christ, | crd av vvb c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vvz d j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 107 |
3672 | if he sees not the Lord Jesus really giving it, he enjoyes it, but not Christ in it, | if he sees not the Lord jesus really giving it, he enjoys it, but not christ in it, | cs pns31 vvz xx dt n1 np1 av-j vvg pn31, pns31 vvz pn31, cc-acp xx np1 p-acp pn31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 107 |
3673 | though he get some good out of the thing: | though he get Some good out of the thing: | cs pns31 vvb d j av pp-f dt n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 107 |
3674 | So let a man receive more knowledge of Truths, and more Truth be discovered, more Promises revealed, more affections and life dropt into the heart, which may do a man some good, | So let a man receive more knowledge of Truths, and more Truth be discovered, more Promises revealed, more affections and life dropped into the heart, which may do a man Some good, | av vvb dt n1 vvi dc n1 pp-f n2, cc dc n1 vbi vvn, av-dc vvz vvn, dc n2 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb vdi dt n1 d j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 107 |
3675 | yet if he sees them as separated from Christ, if he sees not the Truth as it is in Jesus, | yet if he sees them as separated from christ, if he sees not the Truth as it is in jesus, | av cs pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vvn p-acp np1, cs pns31 vvz xx dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 107 |
3676 | if he sees not Promises spoken from Heaven by Jesus, if he l•oks not on all Commands as part of the secret of Jesus, | if he sees not Promises spoken from Heaven by jesus, if he l•oks not on all Commands as part of the secret of jesus, | cs pns31 vvz xx vvz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cs pns31 vvz xx p-acp d vvz p-acp n1 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3677 | if he receive affections, and by them behold not the Lord Jesus, he doth not at that time enjoy the Lord Jesus. | if he receive affections, and by them behold not the Lord jesus, he does not At that time enjoy the Lord jesus. | cs pns31 vvb n2, cc p-acp pno32 vvb xx dt n1 np1, pns31 vdz xx p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1 np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3678 | For he now indeed enjoyes his gifts, but by these he doth not enjoy him: | For he now indeed enjoys his Gifts, but by these he does not enjoy him: | p-acp pns31 av av vvz po31 n2, cc-acp p-acp d pns31 vdz xx vvi pno31: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3679 | And therefore then a man may be said to have fellowship with Christ in an Ordinance, | And Therefore then a man may be said to have fellowship with christ in an Ordinance, | cc av av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3680 | when by all the light and life and comfort there, he comes to see him, | when by all the Light and life and Comfort there, he comes to see him, | c-crq p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 a-acp, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3681 | and sees them all in him, and seeing a transcendent Glory in him, sees and beholds a hidden Glory in them. | and sees them all in him, and seeing a transcendent Glory in him, sees and beholds a hidden Glory in them. | cc vvz pno32 d p-acp pno31, cc vvg dt j n1 p-acp pno31, vvz cc vvz dt j-vvn n1 p-acp pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3682 | This Command is a secret of Jesus, this Promise the sweet voice of Jesus, these Consolations the comforts of Jesus, these Messengers the Ministers of Jesus, these Ordinances the Kingdom of Jesus. | This Command is a secret of jesus, this Promise the sweet voice of jesus, these Consolations the comforts of jesus, these Messengers the Ministers of jesus, these Ordinances the Kingdom of jesus. | d n1 vbz dt n-jn pp-f np1, d vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1, d n2 dt n2 pp-f np1, d n2 dt n2 pp-f np1, d n2 dt n1 pp-f np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3683 | And therefore look throughout all the Scriptures, you shall see our Fellowship with Christ both in Heaven and here, 'tis exprest by seeing of the Lord, Iohn 17. 24. Psal. 63. 2. & 27. 4. I have oft said to my friends, the great sin of Christians is to see Scriptures, Ordinances, Truths, Commands, Blowes, Kindnesses, | And Therefore look throughout all the Scriptures, you shall see our Fellowship with christ both in Heaven and Here, it's expressed by seeing of the Lord, John 17. 24. Psalm 63. 2. & 27. 4. I have oft said to my Friends, the great since of Christians is to see Scriptures, Ordinances, Truths, Commands, Blows, Kindnesses, | cc av vvb p-acp d dt n2, pn22 vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp np1 av-d p-acp n1 cc av, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc crd crd pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp po11 n2, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi n2, n2, n2, vvz, vvz, n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3684 | as not flowing from and abiding in the Lord Jesus, to see them separate from Christ, | as not flowing from and abiding in the Lord jesus, to see them separate from christ, | c-acp xx vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp dt n1 np1, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi p-acp np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3685 | and not Christ and them together. And hence Promises comfort not, because you receive them not as spoken by Jesus: | and not christ and them together. And hence Promises Comfort not, Because you receive them not as spoken by jesus: | cc xx np1 cc pno32 av. cc av vvz n1 xx, c-acp pn22 vvb pno32 xx c-acp vvn p-acp np1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3686 | Commands awe not, because not as the voice of Jesus: Every Truth is not dear, because you see it not as the Bridegrooms voice. | Commands awe not, Because not as the voice of jesus: Every Truth is not dear, Because you see it not as the Bridegrooms voice. | vvz n1 xx, c-acp xx c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: d n1 vbz xx j-jn, c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 xx p-acp dt n2 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3687 | Parents that have had rude children, have turned them out of doors, they themselves have sent them money and cloaths in pity, | Parents that have had rude children, have turned them out of doors, they themselves have sent them money and clothes in pity, | ng1 cst vhb vhn j n2, vhb vvn pno32 av pp-f n2, pns32 px32 vhb vvn pno32 n1 cc n2 p-acp n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3688 | but themselves have not been seen, that they might seek for a Fathers face at last: | but themselves have not been seen, that they might seek for a Father's face At last: | cc-acp px32 vhi xx vbn vvn, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp ord: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3689 | So when God is angry with some of his people, he doth send to them in his Providences and Ordinances, | So when God is angry with Some of his people, he does send to them in his Providences and Ordinances, | av c-crq np1 vbz j p-acp d pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vdz vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3690 | because he pities them, but himself is not seen. | Because he pities them, but himself is not seen. | c-acp pns31 vvz pno32, cc-acp px31 vbz xx vvn. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3691 | Why? That at last they might come home, and seek to see his face again, | Why? That At last they might come home, and seek to see his face again, | q-crq? cst p-acp ord pns32 vmd vvi av-an, cc vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3692 | and say, What good does all this do me, if I see no God? I confesse he that receives gifts from another, ought to be thankful; | and say, What good does all this do me, if I see no God? I confess he that receives Gifts from Another, ought to be thankful; | cc vvi, q-crq j vdz d d vvz pno11, cs pns11 vvb dx n1? pns11 vvb pns31 cst vvz n2 p-acp j-jn, pi pc-acp vbi j; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3693 | but a heart that loves and longs after the Lord, will say, here is Blessing, Means, Truth, Warmth, | but a heart that loves and longs After the Lord, will say, Here is Blessing, Means, Truth, Warmth, | cc-acp dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi, av vbz n1, n2, n1, n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3694 | but Lord when wilt thou come thy self? Oh labour for this! 2. When a man feels the power of the Lord Jesus in his Ordinances; | but Lord when wilt thou come thy self? O labour for this! 2. When a man feels the power of the Lord jesus in his Ordinances; | cc-acp n1 c-crq vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n1? uh n1 p-acp d! crd c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp po31 n2; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 602 | Page 108 |
3695 | this is the second part of Davids desire, Psal. 63. 2, 3. That I may see not only thy Glory, | this is the second part of Davids desire, Psalm 63. 2, 3. That I may see not only thy Glory, | d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f npg1 vvb, np1 crd crd, crd cst pns11 vmb vvi xx av-j po21 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3696 | but thy power, for there is never a child of God but feels a strong party within him against Christ, | but thy power, for there is never a child of God but feels a strong party within him against christ, | cc-acp po21 n1, p-acp pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 pp-f np1 cc-acp vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3697 | so that he cannot seek Christ, cleave to Christ, live to Christ, now you will find in some Ordinances your hearts shaken and troubled for sin, | so that he cannot seek christ, cleave to christ, live to christ, now you will find in Some Ordinances your hearts shaken and troubled for since, | av cst pns31 vmbx vvi np1, vvb p-acp np1, vvb p-acp np1, av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 po22 n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3698 | and some desires and consolations stirred up, and hopes never to be as you have been: | and Some Desires and consolations stirred up, and hope's never to be as you have been: | cc d n2 cc n2 vvn a-acp, cc n2 av-x pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22 vhb vbn: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3699 | But Beloved all dies and falls down again: Now I confesse there is somwhat of Christ in all this; | But beloved all die and falls down again: Now I confess there is somewhat of christ in all this; | cc-acp vvn d n2 cc vvz a-acp av: av pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz av pp-f np1 p-acp d d; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3700 | but yet content not your selves with this, because you want a power, or until you find a might power of Christ by little and little subduing sin, | but yet content not your selves with this, Because you want a power, or until you find a might power of christ by little and little subduing since, | cc-acp av j xx po22 n2 p-acp d, c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1, cc c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j cc j j-vvg n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3701 | for when Christ comes into the heart indeed, he comes with his power, Psal. 24. 7, 8. The Lord of Hosts mighty in Battel. | for when christ comes into the heart indeed, he comes with his power, Psalm 24. 7, 8. The Lord of Hosts mighty in Battle. | c-acp c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 av, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 pp-f n2 j p-acp n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3702 | His flesh is meat indeed, Col. 1. 29. Christs power works in a man mightily. | His Flesh is meat indeed, Col. 1. 29. Christ power works in a man mightily. | po31 n1 vbz n1 av, np1 crd crd npg1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 av-j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3703 | If you enjoy never such comfort, but find not a power pulling down thy lusts, there is no Christ. | If you enjoy never such Comfort, but find not a power pulling down thy Lustiest, there is no christ. | cs pn22 vvb av d n1, cc-acp vvb xx dt n1 vvg a-acp po21 n2, pc-acp vbz dx np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3704 | If a man be sick, and he eats his meat, and great care be had to tend him, | If a man be sick, and he eats his meat, and great care be had to tend him, | cs dt n1 vbi j, cc pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc j n1 vbb vhn p-acp vvb pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3705 | but the disease is stronger than the strength of nature and food; ask him, Do you eat? Yes, but it doth me no good; So here: | but the disease is Stronger than the strength of nature and food; ask him, Do you eat? Yes, but it does me no good; So Here: | cc-acp dt n1 vbz jc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; vvb pno31, vdb pn22 vvi? uh, cc-acp pn31 vdz pno11 dx j; av av: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3706 | Such comfort, such a Christ doth you no good, unlesse you feel a power. Oh long to meet Christ, and enjoy Christ thus! | Such Comfort, such a christ does you no good, unless you feel a power. O long to meet christ, and enjoy christ thus! | d n1, d dt np1 vdz pn22 dx j, cs pn22 vvb dt n1. uh j pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvi np1 av! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 603 | Page 108 |
3707 | How shall I do this? |
How shall I do this? | q-crq vmb pns11 vdi d? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 604 | Page 108 |
3708 | 1. Mourn bitterly for the Lords absence as for one of the greatest evils that can befall thee. | 1. Mourn bitterly for the lords absence as for one of the greatest evils that can befall thee. | crd vvb av-j p-acp dt n2 n1 a-acp p-acp crd pp-f dt js n2-jn cst vmb vvi pno21. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 108 |
3709 | For Christ presence will never be sweet to him that can live without him, and can you look for him then? John 16. 22. You have now sorrow, which he said, filled their hearts, but I will see you again, visit you, come down to you by my Spirit again, | p-acp npg1 n1 vmb av-x vbi j p-acp pno31 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pno31 av? np1 crd crd pn22 vhb av n1, r-crq pns31 vvd, vvd po32 n2, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av, vvb pn22, vvb a-acp p-acp pn22 p-acp po11 n1 av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 108 | |
3710 | and you shall rejoyce, and none shall take it away: | and you shall rejoice, and none shall take it away: | cc pn22 vmb vvi, cc pix vmb vvi pn31 av: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 108 |
3711 | And therefore its noted, the first that had comfort was Mary, when she sate at the Sepulcher weeping, Iohn 20. 11, &c. And therefore do but observe your own hearts, | And Therefore its noted, the First that had Comfort was Mary, when she sat At the Sepulcher weeping, John 20. 11, etc. And Therefore do but observe your own hearts, | cc av pn31|vbz vvn, dt ord cst vhd n1 vbds np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 vvg, np1 crd crd, av cc av vdb p-acp vvi po22 d n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 108 |
3712 | when your hearts have been soaked in grief, for want of or for the absence of Christ, Oh I have lived without him, | when your hearts have been soaked in grief, for want of or for the absence of christ, O I have lived without him, | c-crq po22 n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, uh pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 108 |
3713 | and prayed without him, and heard without him, and spoke without him, him that hath pitied me, spared me, overcome me, laid down his life, sent his Spirit to me! | and prayed without him, and herd without him, and spoke without him, him that hath pitied me, spared me, overcome me, laid down his life, sent his Spirit to me! | cc vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd p-acp pno31, pno31 cst vhz vvn pno11, vvd pno11, vvb pno11, vvd a-acp po31 n1, vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno11! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 109 |
3714 | that then you shall more or lesse see the Lord, and feel the power and presence of the Lord. | that then you shall more or less see the Lord, and feel the power and presence of the Lord. | cst av pn22 vmb n1 cc av-dc vvi dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 109 |
3715 | Oh Beloved, shall not Heaven be sweet to you without him, and shall earth be sweeter than Heaven, that you can live here without him? Beloved, whatever you account of it now, in Hell the sting of all sorrowes shall be this, Oh Christ hides his face? One frown shall be more bitter than death, | O beloved, shall not Heaven be sweet to you without him, and shall earth be Sweeten than Heaven, that you can live Here without him? beloved, whatever you account of it now, in Hell the sting of all sorrows shall be this, O christ hides his face? One frown shall be more bitter than death, | uh j-vvn, vmb xx n1 vbi j p-acp pn22 p-acp pno31, cc vmb n1 vbi jc cs n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi av p-acp pno31? j-vvn, r-crq pn22 vvb pp-f pn31 av, p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi d, uh np1 vvz po31 n1? crd n1 vmb vbi av-dc j cs n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 109 |
3716 | than a thousand deaths, and shall it be so in Hell, and shall not many frowns, many daies be more bitter than death? Shall it be so to Devils, | than a thousand death's, and shall it be so in Hell, and shall not many frowns, many days be more bitter than death? Shall it be so to Devils, | cs dt crd n2, cc vmb pn31 vbi av p-acp n1, cc vmb xx d n2, d n2 vbb av-dc j cs n1? vmb pn31 vbi av p-acp n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 109 |
3717 | and not to Saints? Shall the hiding of Christs face from enemies be heavy, | and not to Saints? Shall the hiding of Christ face from enemies be heavy, | cc xx p-acp n2? vmb dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2 vbb j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 109 |
3718 | and shall not his friends take it to heart? If you do not, then think not to meet him, | and shall not his Friends take it to heart? If you do not, then think not to meet him, | cc vmb xx po31 n2 vvb pn31 p-acp n1? cs pn22 vdb xx, av vvb xx pc-acp vvi pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 109 |
3719 | but that Word and Prayer shall be dead drink to thee; | but that Word and Prayer shall be dead drink to thee; | cc-acp cst n1 cc n1 vmb vbi j n1 p-acp pno21; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 109 |
3720 | but if you do, I tell thee if he manifests himself to any, he will reveal himself to thee. | but if you do, I tell thee if he manifests himself to any, he will reveal himself to thee. | cc-acp cs pn22 vdb, pns11 vvb pno21 cs pns31 vvz px31 p-acp d, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp pno21. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 605 | Page 109 |
3721 | 2. Prize and love his presence, his face, the lifting up of the light of his countenance. | 2. Prize and love his presence, his face, the lifting up of the Light of his countenance. | crd n1 cc vvi po31 n1, po31 n1, dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3722 | Princes will not come, or if they do, not stay, if they perceive their company is a burden, and is not esteemed; | Princes will not come, or if they do, not stay, if they perceive their company is a burden, and is not esteemed; | ng1 vmb xx vvi, cc cs pns32 vdb, xx vvi, cs pns32 vvb po32 n1 vbz dt n1, cc vbz xx vvn; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3723 | no more will the Lord Jesus. | no more will the Lord jesus. | dx dc vmb dt n1 np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3724 | They that are fallen in love together will find out each other though it be at midnight; | They that Are fallen in love together will find out each other though it be At midnight; | pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1 av vmb vvi av d n-jn c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3725 | prize Christs company, and you will not complain for want of time, and say you cannot, | prize Christ company, and you will not complain for want of time, and say you cannot, | n1 npg1 n1, cc pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pn22 vmbx, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3726 | but you will find him out in Word, in prayers, though others be fast asleep, Mat. 13. 44. When the man sells all, now he buyes the field, hath it, and enjoyes it. | but you will find him out in Word, in Prayers, though Others be fast asleep, Mathew 13. 44. When the man sells all, now he buys the field, hath it, and enjoys it. | cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi pno31 av p-acp n1, p-acp n2, cs n2-jn vbb av-j j, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvz d, av pns31 vvz dt n1, vhz pn31, cc vvz pn31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3727 | You would have the Lords company and fellowship, I believe you; But what will you give for it? I will tell you. | You would have the lords company and fellowship, I believe you; But what will you give for it? I will tell you. | pn22 vmd vhi dt ng1 n1 cc n1, pns11 vvb pn22; cc-acp q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pn31? pns11 vmb vvi pn22. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3730 | But will you turn the whole world behind your back, and whatever you have out of doors, that he may come in: | But will you turn the Whole world behind your back, and whatever you have out of doors, that he may come in: | cc-acp vmb pn22 vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n1, cc r-crq pn22 vhb av pp-f n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3731 | That now 'tis not honour, nor wealth, nor life, nor ease, nor Heaven, but him, | That now it's not honour, nor wealth, nor life, nor ease, nor Heaven, but him, | cst av pn31|vbz xx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1, cc-acp pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3732 | and that not only in Heaven, but in his Swadling-clouts, his Ordinances here, beleeve it salvation is at your doors. | and that not only in Heaven, but in his Swaddling-clouts, his Ordinances Here, believe it salvation is At your doors. | cc cst xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n2, po31 n2 av, vvb pn31 n1 vbz p-acp po22 n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3733 | Zacheus being a low man of stature, gets out of the crowd, stan•s in the way, | Zacchaeus being a low man of stature, gets out of the crowd, stan•s in the Way, | np1 vbg dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvz av pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3734 | and the Lord bids him come down. | and the Lord bids him come down. | cc dt n1 vvz pno31 vvi a-acp. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3735 | Do thus when you come to any Ordinance, I tell you 'tis better than an host of Angels compassing thee about with praises. | Do thus when you come to any Ordinance, I tell you it's better than an host of Angels compassing thee about with praises. | vdb av c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb pn22 pn31|vbz av-jc cs dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg pno21 a-acp p-acp n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3736 | Oh that you had the life of experience! | O that you had the life of experience! | uh cst pn22 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3737 | Hast not found him better than friends, than means, than thy self? Oh that you would believe expetience! | Hast not found him better than Friends, than means, than thy self? O that you would believe expetience! | vh2 xx vvn pno31 jc cs n2, cs n2, cs po21 n1? uh cst pn22 vmd vvi n1! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 606 | Page 109 |
3738 | 3. Make it not your task but your trade to seek for him, that you may enjoy him he•e. Make this your businesse. | 3. Make it not your task but your trade to seek for him, that you may enjoy him he•e. Make this your business. | crd n1 pn31 xx po22 n1 p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cst pn22 vmb vvi pno31 vvi. n1 d po22 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 607 | Page 109 |
3739 | Men make it not their main businesse to seek our Christ, but only some work they must dispatch by the by. | Men make it not their main business to seek our christ, but only Some work they must dispatch by the by. | np1 vvb pn31 xx po32 j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 np1, cc-acp av-j d n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt a-acp. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 607 | Page 109 |
3740 | They make it not their Trade but their Task which must be done. Esan would have the blessing, but 'tis his hunting that he delights in. | They make it not their Trade but their Task which must be done. Esan would have the blessing, but it's his hunting that he delights in. | pns32 vvb pn31 xx po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1 r-crq vmb vbi vdn. n1 vmd vhi dt n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz po31 n-vvg cst pns31 vvz p-acp. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 607 | Page 109 |
3741 | You shall have a man that is a close worldling, come and hear, and joy therein, | You shall have a man that is a close worldling, come and hear, and joy therein, | pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 cst vbz dt j n1, vvb cc vvi, cc n1 av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 607 | Page 109 |
3742 | but his trade his heart is after that, Ezek. 33. 31. Look but on a Christian at his first conversion, what great gains gets he then? Oh 'tis his trade to follow the Lord, afterward he is idle, | but his trade his heart is After that, Ezekiel 33. 31. Look but on a Christian At his First conversion, what great gains gets he then? O it's his trade to follow the Lord, afterwards he is idle, | cc-acp po31 n1 po31 n1 vbz p-acp d, np1 crd crd n1 cc-acp p-acp dt njp p-acp po31 ord n1, r-crq j n2 vvz pns31 av? uh pn31|vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, av pns31 vbz j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 607 | Page 109 |
3743 | and then feels little, Mat. 13. 46. Li•e a merchant, he ventures all, and then finds. | and then feels little, Mathew 13. 46. Li•e a merchant, he ventures all, and then finds. | cc av vvz j, np1 crd crd np1 dt n1, pns31 vvz d, cc av vvz. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 607 | Page 109 |
3744 | Now you shall find him, Heb. 11. 6. He is the rewarder, not of them that seek him sluggishly, | Now you shall find him, Hebrew 11. 6. He is the rewarder, not of them that seek him sluggishly, | av pn22 vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd crd pns31 vbz dt n1, xx pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31 av-j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 607 | Page 109 |
3745 | but diligently. What do you else seek for? Why spend you your money for that which is not bread? Or if there be ought else that is necessary, let thy care be for him, | but diligently. What do you Else seek for? Why spend you your money for that which is not bred? Or if there be ought Else that is necessary, let thy care be for him, | cc-acp av-j. q-crq vdb pn22 av vvi p-acp? q-crq vvb pn22 po22 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz xx n1? cc cs pc-acp vbi pi av cst vbz j, vvb po21 n1 vbi p-acp pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 607 | Page 109 |
3746 | and his care shall be for thee. | and his care shall be for thee. | cc po31 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno21. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 607 | Page 109 |
3747 | 4. Look before thou comest to an Ordinance, if there be no lust, no stumbling block of iniquity that thou harbourest in thy heart, | 4. Look before thou Comest to an Ordinance, if there be no lust, no stumbling block of iniquity that thou harbourest in thy heart, | crd n1 c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vbb dx n1, dx j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 cst pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 608 | Page 109 |
3748 | or sufferest to remain in the sight of God, Isa. 59. 1, 2. I have know in experience, | or sufferest to remain in the sighed of God, Isaiah 59. 1, 2. I have know in experience, | cc vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 608 | Page 109 |
3749 | and seen it in Scripture, many of Gods people and others have taken on that God hides his face, &c. And this hath been found to be the cause, either some sin not yet subdued or mortified, | and seen it in Scripture, many of God's people and Others have taken on that God hides his face, etc. And this hath been found to be the cause, either Some since not yet subdued or mortified, | cc vvn pn31 p-acp n1, d pp-f npg1 n1 cc n2-jn vhb vvn p-acp cst np1 vvz po31 n1, av cc d vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, d d n1 xx av vvn cc vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 608 | Page 109 |
3750 | or some sin that they have not gone for pardon of to the Blood of Christ, and so unpardoned. | or Some since that they have not gone for pardon of to the Blood of christ, and so unpardoned. | cc d n1 cst pns32 vhb xx vvn p-acp n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 608 | Page 109 |
3751 | When both these have been removed, the Lord hath appeared, Exod. 24. 10. After the Covenant made by Blood, they saw the God of Israel. | When both these have been removed, the Lord hath appeared, Exod 24. 10. After the Covenant made by Blood, they saw the God of Israel. | c-crq d d vhb vbn vvn, dt n1 vhz vvn, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n1, pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 608 | Page 109 |
3752 | Ezek. 14. 3. Should I be enquired of by them that set the stumbling block of their iniquities? &c. Come therefore to an Ordinance that the Lord would take away thy 〈 ◊ 〉, do not come to it that you may be comforted in your sin, | Ezekiel 14. 3. Should I be inquired of by them that Set the stumbling block of their iniquities? etc. Come Therefore to an Ordinance that the Lord would take away thy 〈 ◊ 〉, do not come to it that you may be comforted in your since, | np1 crd crd vmd pns11 vbi vvn pp-f p-acp pno32 cst vvd dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po32 n2? av np1 av p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vmd vvi av po21 〈 sy 〉, vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31 cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 608 | Page 110 |
3753 | so that though there be sin in your heart, yet the Lord will not cast that in thy dish, | so that though there be since in your heart, yet the Lord will not cast that in thy dish, | av cst cs pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp po22 n1, av dt n1 vmb xx vvi cst p-acp po21 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 608 | Page 110 |
3754 | when thou comest to him to take it away. It may be you know none. You know not what Spirit you are of. | when thou Comest to him to take it away. It may be you know none. You know not what Spirit you Are of. | c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31 av. pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vvb pix. pn22 vvb xx r-crq n1 pn22 vbr a-acp. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 608 | Page 110 |
3755 | Get the Lord to discover it to thee. 5. Oh be thankful, and cleave the closer to Christ for a little: | Get the Lord to discover it to thee. 5. O be thankful, and cleave the closer to christ for a little: | vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno21. crd uh vbb j, cc vvb dt av-jc p-acp np1 p-acp dt j: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 608 | Page 110 |
3756 | For that's the infinite mercy and love of Christ to his people, he lets them see their end, the height of Grace and Glory the Lord will bring them to, | For that's the infinite mercy and love of christ to his people, he lets them see their end, the height of Grace and Glory the Lord will bring them to, | c-acp d|vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi po32 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 609 | Page 110 |
3757 | but makes them feel the want of it, and tast but a little, but the first-fruits. | but makes them feel the want of it, and taste but a little, but the Firstfruits. | cc-acp vvz pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvi p-acp dt j, cc-acp dt n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 609 | Page 110 |
3758 | Now there is Satans policy to make them sleight what they have, because they have not what they would have. Hence Christ estrangeth himself greatly; | Now there is Satan policy to make them sleight what they have, Because they have not what they would have. Hence christ estrangeth himself greatly; | av a-acp vbz npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 r-crq pns32 vhb, c-acp pns32 vhb xx r-crq pns32 vmd vhi. av np1 vvz px31 av-j; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 609 | Page 110 |
3759 | Do you thus despise my love; | Do you thus despise my love; | vdb pn22 av vvi po11 n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 609 | Page 110 |
3760 | Oh therefore cleave close to him for that little, and then see, John 1. 50. Thou shalt see greater things than these, the Son of God, | O Therefore cleave close to him for that little, and then see, John 1. 50. Thou shalt see greater things than these, the Son of God, | uh av vvb av-j p-acp pno31 p-acp d j, cc av vvb, np1 crd crd pns21 vm2 vvi jc n2 cs d, dt n1 pp-f np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 609 | Page 110 |
3761 | and Angels ascending and descending on him. Think that I feel or have the sense of any want of Grace, and peace, | and Angels ascending and descending on him. Think that I feel or have the sense of any want of Grace, and peace, | cc n2 vvg cc vvg p-acp pno31. vvb cst pns11 vvb cc vhb dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 609 | Page 110 |
3762 | and mercy, and Christ, Oh 'tis mercy! | and mercy, and christ, O it's mercy! | cc n1, cc np1, uh pn31|vbz n1! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 609 | Page 110 |
3763 | That I have the Star, oh this is mercy, this brought them to Christ himself afterward. Oh unthankfulnesse stops Cods heart! | That I have the Star, o this is mercy, this brought them to christ himself afterwards. O unthankfulness stops Cods heart! | cst pns11 vhb dt n1, uh d vbz n1, d vvd pno32 p-acp np1 px31 av. uh n1 vvz ng1 n1! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 609 | Page 110 |
3764 | God will never cease pouring out on thee, that art pouring out praises on him; for else mans kindnesse should exceed the Lords. | God will never cease pouring out on thee, that art pouring out praises on him; for Else men kindness should exceed the lords. | np1 vmb av-x vvi vvg av p-acp pno21, cst n1 vvg av n2 p-acp pno31; c-acp av ng1 n1 vmd vvi dt n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 609 | Page 110 |
3765 | Thus you see the Means, now use them, and long for the Lord Jesus in them, | Thus you see the Means, now use them, and long for the Lord jesus in them, | av pn22 vvb dt n2, av vvb pno32, cc av-j p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3766 | and so long as that you may meet him; | and so long as that you may meet him; | cc av av-j p-acp cst pn22 vmb vvi pno31; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3767 | and do it presently, else you may seek and not find him, and die in your sins, Iohn 8. 21. A sad and heavy speech. | and do it presently, Else you may seek and not find him, and die in your Sins, John 8. 21. A sad and heavy speech. | cc vdb pn31 av-j, av pn22 vmb vvi cc xx vvi pno31, cc vvb p-acp po22 n2, np1 crd crd dt j cc j n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3768 | Hath God singled you out of all people in the world to enjoy him, and will you now forsake him, | Hath God singled you out of all people in the world to enjoy him, and will you now forsake him, | vhz np1 vvn pn22 av pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vmb pn22 av vvi pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3769 | and be eaten up with your Lots, and buried in the bellies of your Beasts, | and be eaten up with your Lots, and buried in the bellies of your Beasts, | cc vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po22 n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3770 | or sit grieving that your estates are sunk? It may be Hypocrites will forsake the Lord Jesus, | or fit grieving that your estates Are sunk? It may be Hypocrites will forsake the Lord jesus, | cc vvb vvg cst po22 n2 vbr vvn? pn31 vmb vbi n2 vmb vvi dt n1 np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3791 | For as 'tis with sinful lusts, so 'tis with spiritual, they are endlesse, infinite, and unsatiable, | For as it's with sinful Lustiest, so it's with spiritual, they Are endless, infinite, and unsatiable, | p-acp c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n2, av pn31|vbz p-acp j, pns32 vbr j, j, cc j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 612 | Page 111 |
3771 | but will you also depart? Others care not for him, others long not after him, others give him no meeting, will you depart? Lord to whom shall we go? Oh and long for more of him, forget what is behind, and hear, | but will you also depart? Others care not for him, Others long not After him, Others give him no meeting, will you depart? Lord to whom shall we go? O and long for more of him, forget what is behind, and hear, | cc-acp vmb pn22 av vvi? ng2-jn vvb xx p-acp pno31, n2-jn vvb xx p-acp pno31, n2-jn vvb pno31 dx n1, vmb pn22 vvi? n1 p-acp ro-crq vmb pns12 vvi? uh cc av-j p-acp dc pp-f pno31, vvb q-crq vbz a-acp, cc vvi, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3772 | and pray as if thou never didst so before, as if but new to begin. | and pray as if thou never didst so before, as if but new to begin. | cc vvb c-acp cs pns21 av-x vdd2 av p-acp, c-acp cs p-acp j pc-acp vvi. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3773 | There is a plot afoot to make you loath Ordinances, that so God may loath you: | There is a plot afoot to make you loath Ordinances, that so God may loath you: | pc-acp vbz dt n1 j pc-acp vvi pn22 j n2, cst av np1 vmb vvi pn22: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3774 | Men that are sick and like to die, can eat no common wholsom meat, but are now nourished by conserves, | Men that Are sick and like to die, can eat no Common wholesome meat, but Are now nourished by conserves, | n2 cst vbr j cc av-j pc-acp vvi, vmb vvi dx j j n1, cc-acp vbr av vvn p-acp n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3775 | and Alchermies, and Spirits of Gold: | and Alchermies, and Spirits of Gold: | cc n2, cc n2 pp-f n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3776 | So when wholsom Truths of God are despised, men are deadly sick, when any new-fangled device shall feed their fancy. | So when wholesome Truths of God Are despised, men Are deadly sick, when any newfangled device shall feed their fancy. | av c-crq j n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn, n2 vbr j j, c-crq d j n1 vmb vvi po32 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3777 | The Lord keep you from it. | The Lord keep you from it. | dt n1 vvb pn22 p-acp pn31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3778 | Oh do you love and long for the Lord in them the more, for his Spirit, his love, his Truth, his Christ, his company, his Grace, his consolations, | O do you love and long for the Lord in them the more, for his Spirit, his love, his Truth, his christ, his company, his Grace, his consolations, | uh vdb pn22 vvi cc av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 dt av-dc, p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 np1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3779 | and then when death comes, you shall not need to fear it, but make it welcome, | and then when death comes, you shall not need to Fear it, but make it welcome, | cc av c-crq n1 vvz, pn22 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp vvb pn31 j-jn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3780 | and when Conscience shall ask, Do you think to be with the Lord? Oh it shall be peace in thy bosom! | and when Conscience shall ask, Do you think to be with the Lord? O it shall be peace in thy bosom! | cc c-crq n1 vmb vvi, vdb pn22 vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1? uh pn31 vmb vbi n1 p-acp po21 n1! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3781 | Lord thee have I longed for, thee have I sought for, wept for here, because I could not come to thee presently in Heaven. | Lord thee have I longed for, thee have I sought for, wept for Here, Because I could not come to thee presently in Heaven. | n1 pno21 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp, pno21 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp, vvd p-acp av, c-acp pns11 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno21 av-j p-acp n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3782 | Now Lord let me come to thee, and so go triumphing to Glory. SECT. VII. HEnce we see no Christian ought to content himself with any measure of knowledge or fellowship with the Lord Jesus here. | Now Lord let me come to thee, and so go triumphing to Glory. SECT. VII. HEnce we see no Christian ought to content himself with any measure of knowledge or fellowship with the Lord jesus Here. | av n1 vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pno21, cc av vvb vvg p-acp n1. n1. np1. av pns12 vvb dx njp vmd p-acp n1 px31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 610 | Page 110 |
3783 | For if full, perfect and immediate fellowship with him in Heaven and At last day ought to be the mark he aims At, | c-acp cs j, j cc j n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc p-acp ord n1 vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 611 | Page 110 | |
3784 | and journies end of all his desires, then he is not to sit down in the mid-way, | and journeys end of all his Desires, then he is not to fit down in the midway, | cc ng1 n1 pp-f d po31 n2, cs pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1-an, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 611 | Page 110 |
3785 | but to breath, and aspire after still more and more of him. | but to breath, and aspire After still more and more of him. | cc-acp p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp av av-dc cc dc pp-f pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 611 | Page 110 |
3786 | Thus Paul, though fully sealed with the Spirit, yet he makes this his mark, Phil. 3. 14, 15, 16. 1 Pet. 1. 10, 11, 12, 13. The Apostle tels them the Prophe•s looked after the Grace given in their times, therefore gird up your loyns, | Thus Paul, though Fully sealed with the Spirit, yet he makes this his mark, Philip 3. 14, 15, 16. 1 Pet. 1. 10, 11, 12, 13. The Apostle tells them the Prophe•s looked After the Grace given in their times, Therefore gird up your loins, | av np1, c-acp av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vvz d po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd dt n1 vvz pno32 dt n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2, av vvb a-acp po22 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 611 | Page 110 |
3787 | and hope perfectly for Grace to be given you at the revelation of Christ Iesus. | and hope perfectly for Grace to be given you At the Revelation of christ Iesus. | cc vvb av-j p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 611 | Page 110 |
3788 | Men that have preferment in their eye, and are to come on by degrees to it, never content themselves with any (though they will not sleight what they have) until they come to their highest: | Men that have preferment in their eye, and Are to come on by Degrees to it, never content themselves with any (though they will not sleight what they have) until they come to their highest: | n2 cst vhb n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp pn31, av-x vvb px32 p-acp d (cs pns32 vmb xx n1 r-crq pns32 vhb) c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 js: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 611 | Page 111 |
3789 | You are born to great hopes, sleight not what you have, but look after more, 2 Pet. 3. 18. | You Are born to great hope's, sleight not what you have, but look After more, 2 Pet. 3. 18. | pn22 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, vvb xx r-crq pn22 vhb, cc-acp vvb a-acp av-dc, crd np1 crd crd | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 611 | Page 111 |
3790 | Hence three sorts are to be greatly blamed. | Hence three sorts Are to be greatly blamed. | av crd n2 vbr pc-acp vbi av-j vvn. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 612 | Page 111 |
3792 | if they want, they are not satisfied; if they have, they are whe• on in their appetites after more. | if they want, they Are not satisfied; if they have, they Are whe• on in their appetites After more. | cs pns32 vvb, pns32 vbr xx vvn; cs pns32 vhb, pns32 vbr n1 p-acp p-acp po32 n2 a-acp av-dc. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 612 | Page 111 |
3793 | Oh let it be so here! | O let it be so Here! | uh vvb pn31 vbi av av! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 612 | Page 111 |
3794 | 1. Some there be that are so far from thirsting after more of him, that they have forsaken his fellowship, | 1. some there be that Are so Far from thirsting After more of him, that they have forsaken his fellowship, | crd d a-acp vbb d vbr av av-j p-acp vvg a-acp av-dc pp-f pno31, cst pns32 vhb vvn po31 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3795 | and lie still content it should be so. | and lie still content it should be so. | cc vvb av j pn31 vmd vbi av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3796 | Time was while horrour was upon their Consciences, trouble in their minds, and heat of affection lasted, that their prayers were many, their tears abundant, they could not take their rest in the night, | Time was while horror was upon their Consciences, trouble in their minds, and heat of affection lasted, that their Prayers were many, their tears abundant, they could not take their rest in the night, | n1 vbds n1 n1 vbds p-acp po32 n2, vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc n1 pp-f n1 vvd, cst po32 n2 vbdr d, po32 n2 j, pns32 vmd xx vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3797 | but pray they must, they could not hear of a Sermon, but through wet and dry to it; | but pray they must, they could not hear of a Sermon, but through wet and dry to it; | cc-acp vvb pns32 vmb, pns32 vmd xx vvi pp-f dt n1, cc-acp p-acp j cc j p-acp pn31; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3798 | and it may be the Lord drew them with the cords of a man, and laid meat before them, | and it may be the Lord drew them with the cords of a man, and laid meat before them, | cc pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd n1 p-acp pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3799 | and sweetned their labours with great hopes to them; | and sweetened their labours with great hope's to them; | cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp pno32; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3800 | but the Father not having drawn them with an invincible power, and knit them by an indissolluble union to Christ, they are now fallen off from Christ, Iohn 6. 66. And if you observe it, he looks not after them, speaks not one word to them, | but the Father not having drawn them with an invincible power, and knit them by an indissoluble Union to christ, they Are now fallen off from christ, John 6. 66. And if you observe it, he looks not After them, speaks not one word to them, | cc-acp dt n1 xx vhg vvn pno32 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd crd cc cs pn22 vvb pn31, pns31 vvz xx p-acp pno32, vvz xx crd n1 p-acp pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3801 | because content to be without him. | Because content to be without him. | c-acp j pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3802 | Would to God this were not the temper of Saints that know it was better with you once than now, | Would to God this were not the temper of Saints that know it was better with you once than now, | vmd p-acp np1 d vbdr xx dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vvb pn31 vbds jc p-acp pn22 a-acp cs av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3803 | and God hedgeth your way with thorns, and gives you no rest. But Oh the grievous wracks of Professours! | and God hedgeth your Way with thorns, and gives you no rest. But O the grievous wracks of Professors! | cc np1 vvz po22 n1 p-acp n2, cc vvz pn22 dx n1. p-acp uh dt j n2 pp-f n2! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3804 | One can see some Boards and Planks at low water, but that's all, Ier. 2. 13, 14. The Lord will fetch you home if he loves you, by weeping Crosse. | One can see Some Boards and Planks At low water, but that's all, Jeremiah 2. 13, 14. The Lord will fetch you home if he loves you, by weeping Cross. | pi vmb vvi d n2 cc n2 p-acp j n1, cc-acp d|vbz d, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 av-an cs pns31 vvz pn22, p-acp j-vvg n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 613 | Page 111 |
3805 | 2. Some there are that fall not to forsake the Lord, but like the door on the hinge, | 2. some there Are that fallen not to forsake the Lord, but like the door on the hinge, | crd d a-acp vbr cst vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 614 | Page 111 |
3806 | and wheel on the pin, hang and turn about where they did. | and wheel on the pin, hang and turn about where they did. | cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb cc vvi p-acp c-crq pns32 vdd. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 614 | Page 111 |
3807 | This Gods own people are very apt to do, and hence the Apostle wisheth them to take heed of it, from a dreadful Argument, Heb. 6. 4, 5, 6, 7. First, Because the Lord at first conversion drawes his people swee•ly, drives them gently; | This God's own people Are very apt to do, and hence the Apostle wishes them to take heed of it, from a dreadful Argument, Hebrew 6. 4, 5, 6, 7. First, Because the Lord At First conversion draws his people swee•ly, drives them gently; | d n2 d n1 vbr av j pc-acp vdi, cc av dt n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd ord, p-acp dt n1 p-acp ord n1 vvz po31 n1 av-j, vvz pno32 av-j; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 614 | Page 111 |
3808 | being weak and young Infants, as yet keeps them in his armes, that they may find a greater good in him than in the world: | being weak and young Infants, as yet keeps them in his arms, that they may find a greater good in him than in the world: | vbg j cc j n2, c-acp av vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt jc j p-acp pno31 cs p-acp dt n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 615 | Page 111 |
3809 | But afterward he suffers Satan to tempt, himself deserts them, leads through a wildernesse of sinnes and miseries, that they may know what is in their own hearts. | But afterwards he suffers Satan to tempt, himself deserts them, leads through a Wilderness of Sins and misery's, that they may know what is in their own hearts. | cc-acp av pns31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi, px31 vvz pno32, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi r-crq vbz p-acp po32 d n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 615 | Page 111 |
3810 | Hence now if they will have mercy, they must fetch it, fight for it, and overcome, | Hence now if they will have mercy, they must fetch it, fight for it, and overcome, | av av cs pns32 vmb vhi n1, pns32 vmb vvi pn31, vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 615 | Page 111 |
3811 | now hence sloath is apt to prevail for a time, as with the Disciples. Secondly, Because before they have Christ, they feel a total want, afterward but a partial, | now hence sloth is apt to prevail for a time, as with the Disciples. Secondly, Because before they have christ, they feel a total want, afterwards but a partial, | av av n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2. ord, c-acp a-acp pns32 vhb np1, pns32 vvb dt j n1, av p-acp dt j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 615 | Page 111 |
3812 | & hence apt to be ful & self-confident in what they have, their stomachs are staid by some bits, | & hence apt to be full & self-confident in what they have, their stomachs Are stayed by Some bits, | cc av j pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb, po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 616 | Page 111 |
3813 | & hence the Lord is fain to withdraw the feeling of all that which they had before, that they feeling how soon that vanisheth, might hunger after more; | & hence the Lord is fain to withdraw the feeling of all that which they had before, that they feeling how soon that Vanishes, might hunger After more; | cc av dt n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f d d r-crq pns32 vhd a-acp, cst pns32 n1 c-crq av cst vvz, vmd n1 a-acp av-dc; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 616 | Page 111 |
3814 | as the Disciples could have been content with Christs being upon earth with them, then saith he, the Spirit will not come, hence away he goes, that they might have more of him in the Spirit. | as the Disciples could have been content with Christ being upon earth with them, then Says he, the Spirit will not come, hence away he Goes, that they might have more of him in the Spirit. | c-acp dt n2 vmd vhi vbn j p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, av vvz pns31, dt n1 vmb xx vvi, av av pns31 vvz, cst pns32 vmd vhi dc pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 616 | Page 111 |
3815 | But this is too common with many Hypocrites. 1. When men serve their turn of Christ. | But this is too Common with many Hypocrites. 1. When men serve their turn of christ. | p-acp d vbz av j p-acp d n2. crd c-crq n2 vvb po32 n1 pp-f np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 616 | Page 111 |
3816 | There is never a Hypocrite living but closeth with Christ for his own ends, for he cannot work beyond his Principle. | There is never a Hypocrite living but closeth with christ for his own ends, for he cannot work beyond his Principle. | pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 vvg p-acp vvz p-acp np1 p-acp po31 d n2, c-acp pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 617 | Page 111 |
3817 | Now when men have served their own turns out of another man, away they go, and keep that which they have. | Now when men have served their own turns out of Another man, away they go, and keep that which they have. | av c-crq n2 vhb vvn po32 d n2 av pp-f j-jn n1, av pns32 vvb, cc vvi d r-crq pns32 vhb. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 617 | Page 111 |
3818 | An Hypocrite closeth with Christ as a man with a rich shop; | an Hypocrite closeth with christ as a man with a rich shop; | dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 617 | Page 111 |
3819 | he will not be at cost to buy all the shop, but so much as serves his turn. | he will not be At cost to buy all the shop, but so much as serves his turn. | pns31 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1, cc-acp av av-d c-acp vvz po31 n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 617 | Page 111 |
3820 | Commonly men in horrour seek for so much of Christ as will ease them, and hence professe and hence seek for so much of Christ as will credit them, | Commonly men in horror seek for so much of christ as will ease them, and hence profess and hence seek for so much of christ as will credit them, | av-j n2 p-acp n1 vvi p-acp av d pp-f np1 c-acp vmb vvi pno32, cc av vvb cc av vvb p-acp av d pp-f np1 c-acp vmb vvi pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 617 | Page 111 |
3821 | and hence their desires after Christ are soon satisfied. Appetitus finis est infinitus. | and hence their Desires After christ Are soon satisfied. Appetitus finis est Infinite. | cc av po32 n2 p-acp np1 vbr av vvn. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 617 | Page 111 |
3822 | 2. No Hypocrite though he closeth with Christ, and for a time grow up in knowledge of, | 2. No Hypocrite though he closeth with christ, and for a time grow up in knowledge of, | crd dx n1 cs pns31 vvz p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 111 |
3823 | and communion with Christ, but he hath at that time hidden lusts, and thorns that overgrow his growings, and choakall at last; | and communion with christ, but he hath At that time hidden Lustiest, and thorns that overgrow his growings, and choakall At last; | cc n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp pns31 vhz p-acp d n1 vvn n2, cc n2 cst vvb po31 n2-vvg, cc n1 p-acp ord; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3824 | and in conclusion mediates a League between Christ and his lusts, and seeks to reconcile them together: | and in conclusion mediates a League between christ and his Lustiest, and seeks to reconcile them together: | cc p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, cc vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 av: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3825 | Christ saith out with every Lust, and let more of my self come in; | christ Says out with every Lust, and let more of my self come in; | np1 vvz av p-acp d n1, cc vvb dc pp-f po11 n1 vvn p-acp; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3826 | no saith sin, let me stay here, remember what ease, what honour I bring you, I cannot leave you: | not Says since, let me stay Here, Remember what ease, what honour I bring you, I cannot leave you: | xx vvz n1, vvb pno11 vvi av, vvb r-crq n1, r-crq n1 pns11 vvb pn22, pns11 vmbx vvi pn22: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3827 | Now a man moderates, I'le keep my Lust because I love it, but I'le •eep it as my burden, that I may have Christ with it. | Now a man moderates, I'll keep my Lust Because I love it, but I'll •eep it as my burden, that I may have christ with it. | av dt n1 vvz, pns11|vmb vvi po11 n1 c-acp pns11 vvb pn31, cc-acp pns11|vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmb vhi np1 p-acp pn31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3828 | Christ calls to seek for more of him, Lust saith no, the work is hard, and duties are difficult. | christ calls to seek for more of him, Lust Says not, the work is hard, and duties Are difficult. | np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dc pp-f pno31, n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vbz j, cc n2 vbr j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3829 | And 'tis it may be to no purpose to seek, you have other irons in the fire, many worldly businesses: Now here men moderate; | And it's it may be to no purpose to seek, you have other irons in the fire, many worldly businesses: Now Here men moderate; | cc pn31|vbz pn31 vmb vbi pc-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pn22 vhb j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, d j n2: av av n2 j; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3830 | Do not say thou wilt seek no more after him, nor indeed use means diligently for more of him; | Do not say thou wilt seek no more After him, nor indeed use means diligently for more of him; | vdb xx vvi pns21 vm2 vvi av-dx dc p-acp pno31, ccx av n1 vvz av-j p-acp n1 pp-f pno31; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3831 | be sure only you give him some desires to be better, and this will serve the turn. | be sure only you give him Some Desires to be better, and this will serve the turn. | vbb j j pn22 vvb pno31 d n2 pc-acp vbi jc, cc d vmb vvi dt n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3832 | The Lord Jesus wooes many a soul whom he never matcheth himself; one comes and wins the heart afterward, and makes the match: | The Lord jesus Woes many a soul whom he never Matches himself; one comes and wins the heart afterwards, and makes the match: | dt n1 np1 vvz d dt n1 r-crq pns31 av-x vvz px31; pi vvz cc vvz dt n1 av, cc vvz dt n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3834 | and hence there is no heart to seek after more of Christ, when the Match is once made with the world, | and hence there is no heart to seek After more of christ, when the Match is once made with the world, | cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp av-dc pp-f np1, c-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3835 | and affections won, 2 Tim. 4. 10. 3. Some seek for more of Christ, but 'tis of an idol christ, not as manifesting himself in and by a Word: | and affections wone, 2 Tim. 4. 10. 3. some seek for more of christ, but it's of an idol Christ, not as manifesting himself in and by a Word: | cc n2 vvn, crd np1 crd crd crd d vvb p-acp dc pp-f np1, cc-acp pn31|vbz pp-f dt n1 np1, xx c-acp vvg px31 p-acp cc p-acp dt n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 618 | Page 112 |
3836 | for look as any act of obedience is an act of willworship and imagery, that we have not a particular command for, | for look as any act of Obedience is an act of Will worship and imagery, that we have not a particular command for, | p-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vhb xx dt j n1 p-acp, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 619 | Page 112 |
3837 | or is not directly deducted from some rule in the Word; | or is not directly deducted from Some Rule in the Word; | cc vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 619 | Page 112 |
3838 | so that act of Faith is an act of willworship, which sees and chuseth Christ as his own, | so that act of Faith is an act of Will worship, which sees and chooseth christ as his own, | av d n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz cc vvz np1 p-acp po31 d, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 619 | Page 112 |
3839 | when he hath not a particular promise for it, 'Tis an imagination of Christ, not Christ; | when he hath not a particular promise for it, It's an imagination of christ, not christ; | c-crq pns31 vhz xx dt j n1 p-acp pn31, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, xx np1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 619 | Page 112 |
3840 | and you have more of your own imagination, not more of the Lord Jesus, 1 Pet. 1. 25. Monks had sublime• contemplations of God, Luther calls them such as looked upon a Deus & Christus absolutus, — not beholding the beams of his love, and glory in the word. | and you have more of your own imagination, not more of the Lord jesus, 1 Pet. 1. 25. Monks had sublime• contemplations of God, Luther calls them such as looked upon a Deus & Christus Absolutus, — not beholding the beams of his love, and glory in the word. | cc pn22 vhb dc pp-f po22 d n1, xx n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd crd np1 vhd n1 n2 pp-f np1, np1 vvz pno32 d c-acp vvd p-acp dt fw-mi cc fw-la fw-la, — xx vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 619 | Page 112 |
3841 | Oh therefore labour for more of such a Christ, as the word holds forth. And look as in Heaven, | O Therefore labour for more of such a christ, as the word holds forth. And look as in Heaven, | uh av n1 p-acp dc pp-f d dt np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz av. cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 619 | Page 112 |
3842 | First, They are all one with him in fellowship, the Father in him, and he in them, | First, They Are all one with him in fellowship, the Father in him, and he in them, | ord, pns32 vbr d pi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc pns31 p-acp pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 620 | Page 112 |
3843 | and they in him, and so made perfect in one. Secondly, They have his fellowship only: | and they in him, and so made perfect in one. Secondly, They have his fellowship only: | cc pns32 p-acp pno31, cc av vvd j p-acp pi. ord, pns32 vhb po31 n1 av-j: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 620 | Page 112 |
3844 | so do you long for more of his fellowship, so as to be made more one with him, | so do you long for more of his fellowship, so as to be made more one with him, | av vdb pn22 av-j p-acp dc pp-f po31 n1, av c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn dc crd p-acp pno31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3845 | and him with you, so as he may be your strength, and life, and peace, | and him with you, so as he may be your strength, and life, and peace, | cc pno31 p-acp pn22, av c-acp pns31 vmb vbi po22 n1, cc n1, cc n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3846 | and for his fellowship only, otherwise you may go without him at last, Luke 13. 26, 27. Have we not eat and drank in thy presence, &c. The Jews before Christs coming had Christs presence then, | and for his fellowship only, otherwise you may go without him At last, Lycia 13. 26, 27. Have we not eat and drank in thy presence, etc. The jews before Christ coming had Christ presence then, | cc p-acp po31 n1 av-j, av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp ord, av crd crd, crd vhb pns12 xx vvi cc vvd p-acp po21 n1, av dt np2 p-acp npg1 n-vvg vhn npg1 n1 av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3847 | but a greater measure of it is given to the Church since his Resurrection and Glorification, | but a greater measure of it is given to the Church since his Resurrection and Glorification, | cc-acp dt jc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3848 | for it was reserved to honour Christ in his first coming. | for it was reserved to honour christ in his First coming. | c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 np1 p-acp po31 ord n-vvg. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3849 | But how many be there that see not the Lord Jesus so as they did under vails? either get more, | But how many be there that see not the Lord jesus so as they did under vails? either get more, | p-acp c-crq d vbb a-acp d vvb xx dt n1 np1 av c-acp pns32 vdd p-acp n2? av-d vvb av-dc, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3850 | or say Christ is not risen, Iohn 14. 16. Christ promiseth to send his Disciples another comforter: | or say christ is not risen, John 14. 16. christ promises to send his Disciples Another comforter: | cc vvb np1 vbz xx vvn, np1 crd crd np1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n2 j-jn n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3851 | who was that? the spirit of truth whom the world could not receive, because it knew him not: | who was that? the Spirit of truth whom the world could not receive, Because it knew him not: | r-crq vbds d? dt n1 pp-f n1 ro-crq dt n1 vmd xx vvi, c-acp pn31 vvd pno31 xx: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3852 | Why had the Disciples no spirit now? yes, he was in them, but not that full measure, with which though they were not as yet sealed, | Why had the Disciples no Spirit now? yes, he was in them, but not that full measure, with which though they were not as yet sealed, | q-crq vhd dt n2 dx n1 av? uh, pns31 vbds p-acp pno32, cc-acp xx d j n1, p-acp r-crq cs pns32 vbdr xx c-acp av vvn, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3853 | yet they knew they had him, and that Christ was theirs too. | yet they knew they had him, and that christ was theirs too. | av pns32 vvd pns32 vhd pno31, cc cst np1 vbds png32 av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3854 | So, hast thou the Spirit of the Lord Jesus, Oh begg for more of it, not miraculous gifts, | So, hast thou the Spirit of the Lord jesus, O beg for more of it, not miraculous Gifts, | np1, vh2 pns21 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, uh vvb p-acp dc pp-f pn31, xx j n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3857 | I have oft feared it's the great sin of this last age to comfort and settle christians in their weak beginnings, | I have oft feared it's the great since of this last age to Comfort and settle Christians in their weak beginnings, | pns11 vhb av vvn pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f d ord n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi njpg2 p-acp po32 j n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3858 | as though there was no more of Gods Spirit to be poured down in times of the Gospel. But consider, | as though there was no more of God's Spirit to be poured down in times of the Gospel. But Consider, | c-acp cs a-acp vbds dx dc pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1. cc-acp vvb, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 621 | Page 112 |
3859 | First, What came you into this wildernesse to see, Reeds shaken with the wind? No, | First, What Come you into this Wilderness to see, Reeds shaken with the wind? No, | ord, r-crq vvd pn22 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, n2 vvn p-acp dt n1? uh-dx, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 622 | Page 112 |
3860 | for more of the Lord Jesus, and will you now forget the end for which you come? it may be you never found lesse, no but God is emptying of you that you might seek for more. | for more of the Lord jesus, and will you now forget the end for which you come? it may be you never found less, no but God is emptying of you that you might seek for more. | p-acp dc pp-f dt n1 np1, cc vmb pn22 av vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 av-x vvd av-dc, av-dx p-acp np1 vbz vvg pp-f pn22 cst pn22 vmd vvi p-acp dc. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 622 | Page 112 |
3861 | Herod a long time desired to see Jesus, and then despised him. | Herod a long time desired to see jesus, and then despised him. | np1 dt j n1 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, cc av vvd pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 622 | Page 112 |
3862 | Secondly, You have here more means to have fellowship with the Lord, and will you content your self with what you have had. | Secondly, You have Here more means to have fellowship with the Lord, and will you content your self with what you have had. | ord, pn22 vhb av dc n2 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vmb pn22 vvi po22 n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vhn. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 112 |
3863 | If you do what can you look for, but that the Lord should take away Ordinances, | If you do what can you look for, but that the Lord should take away Ordinances, | cs pn22 vdb r-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp, cc-acp cst dt n1 vmd vvi av n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 112 |
3864 | if they do you no more good, and ease you of the burden of the Lord of Hosts; | if they do you no more good, and ease you of the burden of the Lord of Hosts; | cs pns32 vdb pn22 dx dc j, cc vvi pn22 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3865 | or send sad and he•vy tryals: | or send sad and he•vy trials: | cc vvb j cc j n2: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3866 | It's that I have oft thought of, why are the wicked 〈 ◊ 〉, and Saints deb•sed? the worst are not bad enough to receive their plagues, | It's that I have oft Thought of, why Are the wicked 〈 ◊ 〉, and Saints deb•sed? the worst Are not bad enough to receive their plagues, | pn31|vbz cst pns11 vhb av vvn pp-f, q-crq vbr dt j 〈 sy 〉, cc n2 vvn? dt js vbr xx j av-d pc-acp vvi po32 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3867 | nor the best good enough to partake of blessings. | nor the best good enough to partake of blessings. | ccx dt js j av-d pc-acp vvi pp-f n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3868 | You have had so•e me•n ▪ do you so•e good, here you have more, that you may receive more good, more li•e, more of Christ Jesus; | You have had so•e me•n ▪ do you so•e good, Here you have more, that you may receive more good, more li•e, more of christ jesus; | pn22 vhb vhn j n1 ▪ vdb pn22 vbr j, av pn22 vhb dc, cst pn22 vmb vvi av-dc j, av-dc j, dc pp-f np1 np1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3869 | if not, then look for fire to purge you if you be Gold, o• flames to devour you if you be but rottennesse and stubble. | if not, then look for fire to purge you if you be Gold, o• flames to devour you if you be but rottenness and stubble. | cs xx, av vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 cs pn22 vbb n1, n1 n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 cs pn22 vbb p-acp n1 cc n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3870 | But is this thus? the Jews did long •o Christ, and when he ca•e they cruci•ied him, they loved the Prophets, they 〈 ◊ 〉 have Prophets and their b•ood too, to shy the••; | But is this thus? the jews did long •o christ, and when he ca•e they cruci•ied him, they loved the prophets, they 〈 ◊ 〉 have prophets and their b•ood too, to shy the••; | cc-acp vbz d av? dt np2 vdd j av np1, cc c-crq pns31 vvd pns32 vvd pno31, pns32 vvd dt n2, pns32 〈 sy 〉 vhb n2 cc po32 n1 av, p-acp j n1; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3871 | you love the Messenger• of Christ, and you would have more of Christ, &c. they have them Lord, | you love the Messenger• of christ, and you would have more of christ, etc. they have them Lord, | pn22 vvb dt np1 pp-f np1, cc pn22 vmd vhi dc pp-f np1, av pns32 vhb pno32 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3872 | but despise them, they have them, but condemn them, they have them, and though they will not cast them out of their place, | but despise them, they have them, but condemn them, they have them, and though they will not cast them out of their place, | cc-acp vvb pno32, pns32 vhb pno32, cc-acp vvb pno32, pns32 vhb pno32, cc cs pns32 vmb xx vvi pno32 av pp-f po32 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3873 | yet they will so weary the•r spirits, and grieve thy Spirit in them, that they will make the• glad to bury themselves, and leave their places. | yet they will so weary the•r spirits, and grieve thy Spirit in them, that they will make the• glad to bury themselves, and leave their places. | av pns32 vmb av j n1 n2, cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi n1 j pc-acp vvi px32, cc vvi po32 n2. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3874 | You shall have Prophe•s, and their Blood too, and their tears and sorrows too. But why do I co•pl•in? Let me perswade: | You shall have Prophe•s, and their Blood too, and their tears and sorrows too. But why do I co•pl•in? Let me persuade: | pn22 vmb vhi n2, cc po32 n1 av, cc po32 n2 cc n2 av. p-acp q-crq vdb pns11 vvi? vvb pno11 vvi: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3875 | oh labour for more of Christ in his Servants, in his Ordinances, in his Providences, in his Saints, | o labour for more of christ in his Servants, in his Ordinances, in his Providences, in his Saints, | uh n1 p-acp dc pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3876 | until at last thy desires break thy vessel, and carry thee up to behold the Lord in Heaven. | until At last thy Desires break thy vessel, and carry thee up to behold the Lord in Heaven. | c-acp p-acp ord po21 n2 vvi po21 n1, cc vvb pno21 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3877 | If there were never saving work of Grace wrought, but thou hast only rested in Duties without Christ, | If there were never Saving work of Grace wrought, but thou hast only rested in Duties without christ, | cs pc-acp vbdr av-x vvg n1 pp-f n1 vvn, cc-acp pns21 vh2 av-j vvd p-acp n2 p-acp np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3879 | If there be any that the Lord hath setled there on his pro•i•e which never can be shaken, hold your stedfa•tness, | If there be any that the Lord hath settled there on his pro•i•e which never can be shaken, hold your stedfa•tness, | cs pc-acp vbb d cst dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1 r-crq av-x vmb vbi vvn, vvb po22 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3880 | but yet still grow in Grace, and in the knowledg of the Lord Jesus. SECT. VIII. OH long to be with the Lord Jesus. | but yet still grow in Grace, and in the knowledge of the Lord jesus. SECT. VIII. O long to be with the Lord jesus. | cc-acp av av vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. n1. np1. uh vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 623 | Page 113 |
3881 | Before a man h•th Christ, |
Before a man h•th christ, now his Desires should be to have him; when he hath christ, now his longings should be to be with him. | p-acp dt n1 n1 np1, av po31 n2 vmd vbi pc-acp vhi pno31; c-crq pns31 vhz np1, av po31 n2-vvg vmd vbi pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 624 | Page 113 |
3882 | Do thus in this place, especially in this Age. | Do thus in this place, especially in this Age. | vdb av p-acp d n1, av-j p-acp d n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 624 | Page 113 |
3883 | I have oft thought one great end of Gods bringing his own people into this place is to 〈 ◊ 〉 them to die, and be with Christ. | I have oft Thought one great end of God's bringing his own people into this place is to 〈 ◊ 〉 them to die, and be with christ. | pns11 vhb av vvn crd j n1 pp-f ng1 vvg po31 d n1 p-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp 〈 sy 〉 pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc vbb p-acp np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 624 | Page 113 |
3884 | Men have heard of Christ, and passed th•ugh the waves of death, and stood many a week within six inches of De•th to see Christ here; | Men have herd of christ, and passed th•ugh the waves of death, and stood many a Week within six inches of De•th to see christ Here; | n2 vhb vvn pp-f np1, cc vvd av-d dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd d dt n1 p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi np1 av; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 624 | Page 113 |
3885 | well, when you come here, God visits you with troubles, temptat•ons, losses, desertions, fears for future times; | well, when you come Here, God visits you with Troubles, temptat•ons, losses, desertions, fears for future times; | av, c-crq pn22 vvb av, np1 vvz pn22 p-acp n2, n2, n2, n2, n2 p-acp j-jn n2; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 624 | Page 113 |
3886 | here it may be you see (as some see) an end of all perfection, Church-builders, Church-ordinances, Church-professors, &c. or if they find the Lord, 'tis soon gone; | Here it may be you see (as Some see) an end of all perfection, Church-builders, Church ordinances, Church-professors, etc. or if they find the Lord, it's soon gone; | av pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vvb (c-acp d vvb) dt n1 pp-f d n1, n2, n2, n2, av cc cs pns32 vvb dt n1, pn31|vbz av vvn; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 624 | Page 113 |
3887 | why all is that you might long to be at home. | why all is that you might long to be At home. | c-crq d vbz cst pn22 vmd av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp n1-an. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 624 | Page 113 |
3888 | The Lord when he called Abraham out of his own Country to his Friends, |
The Lord when he called Abraham out of his own Country to his Friends, he followed the Lord he knew not whither. | dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd np1 av pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvd dt n1 pns31 vvd xx c-crq. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 625 | Page 113 |
3889 | You live now out of your Fathers house, and from all your Friends that long to see you, | You live now out of your Father's house, and from all your Friends that long to see you, | pn22 vvb av av pp-f po22 ng1 n1, cc p-acp d po22 n2 cst vvb pc-acp vvi pn22, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 625 | Page 113 |
3890 | nay are left among enemies, and you know whither you are to go, to God the Iudge of all, | nay Are left among enemies, and you know whither you Are to go, to God the Judge of all, | uh vbr j p-acp n2, cc pn22 vvb c-crq pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi, p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f d, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 625 | Page 113 |
3891 | and to an 〈 ◊ 〉 able compa•y of Angels, and to the Spirits of just men made perfect. | and to an 〈 ◊ 〉 able compa•y of Angels, and to the Spirits of just men made perfect. | cc p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 j n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 vvd j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 625 | Page 113 |
3892 | Look but upon the men of this world, they long for things here, |
Look but upon the men of this world, they long for things Here, though but te•poral, though they have no christ. | vvi p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 av-j p-acp n2 av, cs p-acp n1, cs pns32 vhb dx np1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 626 | Page 113 |
3893 | Oh long for this though thou 〈 ◊ 〉 no world. | O long for this though thou 〈 ◊ 〉 no world. | uh j p-acp d c-acp pns21 〈 sy 〉 dx n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 626 | Page 113 |
3894 | When Christ would needs go to Ierusalem, Iohn 11. 16. saith Thomas, Motive 3. Let us go and die with him, and shall not we go to live with him? | When christ would needs go to Ierusalem, John 11. 16. Says Thomas, Motive 3. Let us go and die with him, and shall not we go to live with him? | c-crq np1 vmd av vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd vvz np1, n1 crd vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, cc vmb xx pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 627 | Page 113 |
3895 | Did Moses forsake Egypts honours, treasures, and embraced the reproach of Christ as far better. | Did Moses forsake Egypts honours, treasures, and embraced the reproach of christ as Far better. | vdd np1 vvb npg1 n2, n2, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av-j jc. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 628 | Page 113 |
3896 | Oh if God should se• thee up in a Throne, |
O if God should se• thee up in a Throne, O depart from it to enjoy the glory of christ himself in Glory! | uh cs n1 vmd n1 pno21 a-acp p-acp dt n1, uh vvb p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 px31 p-acp n1! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 628 | Page 113 |
3897 | G•ant Death he dreadful, |
G•ant Death he dreadful, yet when Soldiers see their Captain upon the walls among the enemies, they will press hard After to follow, | j n1 pns31 j, av c-crq n2 vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n2, pns32 vmb vvi av-j a-acp pc-acp vvi, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 629 | Page 113 |
3898 | though they die in the brea•h. | though they die in the brea•h. | cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 629 | Page 113 |
3899 | To part with sin is bitter, or to part with Christ, but to part with the body for a •ime, | To part with since is bitter, or to part with christ, but to part with the body for a •ime, | p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vbz j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 629 | Page 113 |
3900 | and cast off the clothes, this will be •ound to be exceeding sweet. | and cast off the clothes, this will be •ound to be exceeding sweet. | cc vvd a-acp dt n2, d vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvg j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 629 | Page 113 |
3901 | Friends that send to us, and provide for us in a desart place, we 〈 ◊ 〉 to see them. | Friends that send to us, and provide for us in a desert place, we 〈 ◊ 〉 to see them. | n2 cst vvb p-acp pno12, cc vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1, pns12 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp vvi pno32. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 630 | Page 114 |
3902 | Now who bath clothed thee, comforted, |
Now who bath clothed thee, comforted, pardoned, revived, found thee, kep• thee that nothing hath hurt thee? nay that thy Sins have humbled thee, and done thee good: O ' •s christ! | av q-crq n1 vvd pno21, vvn, vvn, vvn, vvd pno21, n1 pno21 cst pix vhz vvn pno21? uh-x cst po21 n2 vhb vvn pno21, cc vdn pno21 j: uh ' n1 np1! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 630 | Page 114 |
3903 | Wilt not say, who and where is he 〈 ◊ 〉 doth all this? | Wilt not say, who and where is he 〈 ◊ 〉 does all this? | vm2 xx vvi, r-crq cc q-crq vbz pns31 〈 sy 〉 vdz d d? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 630 | Page 114 |
3904 | Oh consider how glad the Lord Jesus will be of thoe, though the world and th•• art weary of thy self, |
O Consider how glad the Lord jesus will be of thoe, though the world and th•• art weary of thy self, Zephaniah 3. 17. Lycia 10. 21. I thank thee Oh 〈 ◊ 〉: | uh vvb c-crq j dt n1 np1 vmb vbi pp-f n1, cs dt n1 cc n1 n1 j pp-f po21 n1, np1 crd crd av crd crd pns11 vvb pno21 uh 〈 sy 〉: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 631 | Page 114 |
3905 | so will the Lord say then. | so will the Lord say then. | av vmb dt n1 vvb av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 631 | Page 114 |
3906 | Labour for assurance that Christ is thine, |
Labour for assurance that christ is thine, Else you will Fear Death and 〈 … 〉 follows it, | n1 p-acp n1 cst np1 vbz png21, av pn22 vmb vvi n1 cc 〈 … 〉 vvz pn31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 632 | Page 114 |
3907 | and such an assurance as doth not only chase away 〈 … 〉, but fears, at least in the power of them; | and such an assurance as does not only chase away 〈 … 〉, but fears, At least in the power of them; | cc d dt n1 c-acp vdz xx av-j vvi av 〈 … 〉, cc-acp n2, p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 632 | Page 114 |
3908 | for there is many a 〈 … 〉 find the Proposition true in the word, He that c•mes to 〈 … 〉 the Spi•it clears Gods work, | for there is many a 〈 … 〉 find the Proposition true in the word, He that c•mes to 〈 … 〉 the Spi•it clears God's work, | c-acp pc-acp vbz d dt 〈 … 〉 vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp 〈 … 〉 dt n1 vvz npg1 n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 632 | Page 114 |
3909 | and his own experience, and saith, 〈 … 〉 Christ now when he comes to make the conclusion, | and his own experience, and Says, 〈 … 〉 christ now when he comes to make the conclusion, | cc po31 d n1, cc vvz, 〈 … 〉 np1 av c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 632 | Page 114 |
3910 | though •e 〈 ◊ 〉 not sin against clear light and evidence of the Spirit, | though •e 〈 ◊ 〉 not since against clear Light and evidence of the Spirit, | cs n1 〈 sy 〉 xx n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 632 | Page 114 |
3911 | and conclude, yet I 〈 … 〉 yet he dares not, nor •annot for a time conclude fully: | and conclude, yet I 〈 … 〉 yet he dares not, nor •annot for a time conclude Fully: | cc vvi, av pns11 〈 … 〉 av pns31 vvz xx, ccx vmbx p-acp dt n1 vvi av-j: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 632 | Page 114 |
3912 | why? because of some fears, what if I should be mistaken, and when I die all prove naugh• and while this fe•• lasts you will not long (till needs must) to be with 〈 … 〉 you fear or suspect Christ as an enemy, you will not hear••ly love 〈 … 〉 long to be with him: therefore get these fears removed. How may this be? |
why? Because of Some fears, what if I should be mistaken, and when I die all prove naugh• and while this fe•• lasts you will not long (till needs must) to be with 〈 … 〉 you Fear or suspect christ as an enemy, you will not hear••ly love 〈 … 〉 long to be with him: Therefore get these fears removed. How may this be? | q-crq? c-acp pp-f d n2, r-crq cs pns11 vmd vbi vvn, cc c-crq pns11 vvb d vvi n1 cc cs d n1 vvz pn22 vmb xx av-j (c-acp av vmb) pc-acp vbi p-acp 〈 … 〉 pn22 vvb cc vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb xx av-j vvi 〈 … 〉 av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31: av vvb d n2 vvn. q-crq vmb d vbi? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 632 | Page 114 |
3913 | •om. 8. 15, 16. By the Spirit of Adoption only; | •om. 8. 15, 16. By the Spirit of Adoption only; | n1. crd crd, crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 |
3914 | for though I do not exclude the work of sanctified reason from the witness of the Spirit, | c-acp cs pns11 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 | |
3915 | yet this I say, that all the men in the world, nor all the wisdom and reason of man can never chase away all fears, scatter all mists till the Spirit it self saith peace and be still, | yet this I say, that all the men in the world, nor all the Wisdom and reason of man can never chase away all fears, scatter all mists till the Spirit it self Says peace and be still, | av d pns11 vvb, cst d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, ccx d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vvi av d n2, vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz n1 cc vbi j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 |
3916 | and puts its hand and seal to the Evidence: | and puts its hand and seal to the Evidence: | cc vvz po31 n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 |
3917 | till the Spirit not by an audible, but power•• voice shews and •erswades, Acts 12. 13, 14, 15, 16. They had been praying for P•ter, Peter knocks, the Damsel saith, Peter is there; | till the Spirit not by an audible, but power•• voice shows and •erswades, Acts 12. 13, 14, 15, 16. They had been praying for P•ter, Peter knocks, the Damsel Says, Peter is there; | c-acp dt n1 xx p-acp dt j, cc-acp n1 n1 vvz cc vvz, n2 crd crd, crd, crd, crd pns32 vhd vbn vvg p-acp n1, np1 vvz, dt n1 vvz, np1 vbz a-acp; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 |
3918 | now see their unbelief after such a mighty Spirit of Prayer, 'Tis his Angel, say they, | now see their unbelief After such a mighty Spirit of Prayer, It's his Angel, say they, | av vvb po32 n1 p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz po31 n1, vvb pns32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 |
3919 | and could not be perswaded till he came in and shewed himself. | and could not be persuaded till he Come in and showed himself. | cc vmd xx vbi vvn c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp cc vvd px31. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 |
3920 | So the soul is praying a mans own Spirit goes out and sees there is more unbelief and fear, say no ' •is a delusion: | So the soul is praying a men own Spirit Goes out and sees there is more unbelief and Fear, say no ' •is a delusion: | np1 dt n1 vbz vvg dt ng1 d n1 vvz av cc vvz a-acp vbz dc n1 cc n1, vvb dx ' n1 dt n1: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 |
3921 | well the Spirit still knocks, and the soul opens, and then he comes in, and the soul is astonished. | well the Spirit still knocks, and the soul Opens, and then he comes in, and the soul is astonished. | av dt n1 av vvz, cc dt n1 vvz, cc av pns31 vvz p-acp, cc dt n1 vbz vvn. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 |
3922 | And that you may have it, | And that you may have it, | cc cst pn22 vmb vhi pn31, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 634 | Page 114 |
3923 | 1. See there he no guilt upon thy conscience, no reservation, love, liking to some lost, Heb. 10. 22. For these fears are commonly the fruit of guilt which is not washed away, | 1. See there he no gilded upon thy conscience, no reservation, love, liking to Some lost, Hebrew 10. 22. For these fears Are commonly the fruit of guilt which is not washed away, | crd vvb a-acp pns31 av-dx vvn p-acp po21 n1, dx n1, n1, vvg p-acp d vvn, np1 crd crd p-acp d n2 vbr av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz xx vvn av, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 635 | Page 114 |
3924 | but by the blood of sprinkling. | but by the blood of sprinkling. | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 635 | Page 114 |
3925 | 2. Pray for the S•irit, Psalm 8 5. from 4. to 9. say they, 1. T••n us from si•, 2. Turn from thy •rath, when the Father is angry, | 2. prey for the S•irit, Psalm 8 5. from 4. to 9. say they, 1. T••n us from si•, 2. Turn from thy •rath, when the Father is angry, | crd n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 crd crd p-acp crd p-acp crd n1 pns32, crd vvb pno12 p-acp n1, crd vvb p-acp po21 n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz j, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 636 | Page 114 |
3926 | then no good word. 3. The end, That our hearts may rejoyce •• thee. | then no good word. 3. The end, That our hearts may rejoice •• thee. | av dx j n1. crd dt n1, cst po12 n2 vmb vvi •• pno21. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 636 | Page 114 |
3927 | 4. S•ew us mercy. 5. Then they come to listen after it, for many times a Friend speaks not because he hath us not alone. | 4. S•ew us mercy. 5. Then they come to listen After it, for many times a Friend speaks not Because he hath us not alone. | crd vvd pno12 n1. crd cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp d n2 dt n1 vvz xx c-acp pns31 vhz pno12 xx j. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 636 | Page 114 |
3928 | 3. Mo••n heavily for want of it, |
3. Mo••n heavily for want of it, Psalm 51. 8 and so look for it in a word. | crd np1 av-j p-acp n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd cc av vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 637 | Page 114 |
3929 | Labour to partake of the fellowship of Christs Resurrection, else no desires can be raised up, Col. 3, 1. 2. Quest. What is that? | Labour to partake of the fellowship of Christ Resurrection, Else no Desires can be raised up, Col. 3, 1. 2. Quest. What is that? | n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av dx n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, np1 crd, crd crd n1. q-crq vbz d? | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 637 | Page 114 |
3930 | Ans. Look as we then have fellowship with Christ, and with the Chur•h in miseries, | Ans. Look as we then have fellowship with christ, and with the Chur•h in misery's, | np1 vvb a-acp pns12 av vhb n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 639 | Page 114 |
3931 | when we from the serious apprehension of their sorrows, condole and 〈 ◊ 〉 with them, | when we from the serious apprehension of their sorrows, condole and 〈 ◊ 〉 with them, | c-crq pns12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvb cc 〈 sy 〉 p-acp pno32, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 639 | Page 114 |
3932 | so with Christ in Glory, when from serious deep apprehensions of his Glory, we reign with him, we are risen with him: | so with christ in Glory, when from serious deep apprehensions of his Glory, we Reign with him, we Are risen with him: | av p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-crq p-acp j j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vvb p-acp pno31, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno31: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 639 | Page 114 |
3933 | for let a man be assured Christ is not his if he knows not what the worth and glory of his fellowship is a man will then never long to be with him: | for let a man be assured christ is not his if he knows not what the worth and glory of his fellowship is a man will then never long to be with him: | p-acp vvi dt n1 vbi vvn np1 vbz xx po31 cs pns31 vvz xx r-crq dt j cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz dt n1 vmb av av-x av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31: | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 639 | Page 114 |
3934 | Oh therefore labour to comp•ehend this glory of the Lord Jesus, and that by the spi•it of Revelation, Ephes. 1. 17. 18. The word reveals the Glory of Saints, that there is a kingdom, that they shall be Perfect in one, that they shall have that Glory the Father hath given to Christ, Iohn 17. 22. Oh get the Spirit to shew thee the thing what this means, what this is; | O Therefore labour to comp•ehend this glory of the Lord jesus, and that by the spi•it of Revelation, Ephesians 1. 17. 18. The word reveals the Glory of Saints, that there is a Kingdom, that they shall be Perfect in one, that they shall have that Glory the Father hath given to christ, John 17. 22. O get the Spirit to show thee the thing what this means, what this is; | uh av n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd crd dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp pi, cst pns32 vmb vhi d n1 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd crd uh vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 dt n1 r-crq d n2, r-crq d vbz; | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 639 | Page 115 |
3935 | else somthing in the world will make you look back. | Else something in the world will make you look back. | av pi p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 vvb av. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 639 | Page 115 |
3936 | There are false Spies that vilifie Gods Kingdom to his Saints, Oh say 'tis a good God, | There Are false Spies that vilify God's Kingdom to his Saints, O say it's a good God, | pc-acp vbr j n2 cst vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n2, uh vvb pn31|vbz dt j np1, | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 639 | Page 115 |
3937 | and countrey, and Christ, and Mercy, and love; let me go up and possesse it. O• get the Lord to give thee but one glimpse of this! | and country, and christ, and Mercy, and love; let me go up and possess it. O• get the Lord to give thee but one glimpse of this! | cc n1, cc np1, cc n1, cc n1; vvb pno11 vvb a-acp cc vvi pn31. np1 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp crd n1 pp-f d! | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 639 | Page 115 |
3938 | Thus much of the first verse. | Thus much of the First verse. | av d pp-f dt ord n1. | (16) chapter (DIV2) | 640 | Page 115 |
3939 | CHAP. XII. | CHAP. XII. | np1 np1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 640 | Page 115 |
3940 | Shewing that there are Hypocrites in the best and purest Churches. V. 2. And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. SECT. I. | Showing that there Are Hypocrites in the best and Purest Churches. V. 2. And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. SECT. I. | vvg cst a-acp vbr n2 p-acp dt js cc js n2. n1 crd cc crd pp-f pno32 vbdr j, cc crd vbdr j. n1. np1 | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 640 | Page 115 |
3980 | and mingled, and die there too, Who doth this? Why the enemy did it, so that Satan will do it. | and mingled, and die there too, Who does this? Why the enemy did it, so that Satan will do it. | cc vvn, cc vvi a-acp av, q-crq vdz d? q-crq dt n1 vdd pn31, av cst np1 vmb vdi pn31. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 655 | Page 116 |
3941 | FRom this Second verse to the Fifth there is set down the difference appearing between the Virgins, wherein the Lord the searcher of hearts, makes an open discovery of the particular estates of these Virgins, | FRom this Second verse to the Fifth there is Set down the difference appearing between the Virgins, wherein the Lord the searcher of hearts, makes an open discovery of the particular estates of these Virgins, | p-acp d ord n1 p-acp dt ord pc-acp vbz vvn a-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n2, c-crq dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n2, vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 641 | Page 115 |
3942 | for all the best Churches especially to take notice of, to the second coming of the Lord Jesus. This difference is set down, | for all the best Churches especially to take notice of, to the second coming of the Lord jesus. This difference is Set down, | p-acp d dt js n2 av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f, p-acp dt ord n-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1. d n1 vbz vvn a-acp, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 641 | Page 115 |
3943 | 1. Generally, in this second verse. 2. Particularly, in the 3d and 4th verses. I. Generally in this verse. | 1. Generally, in this second verse. 2. Particularly, in the 3d and 4th Verses. I. Generally in this verse. | crd np1, p-acp d ord n1. crd av-jn, p-acp dt crd cc ord n2. pns11. av-j p-acp d n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 642 | Page 115 |
3944 | 1. That some of them were sincere and wise-hearted to the number of five. 2. Others of them were foolish and false-hearted to the number of five more. | 1. That Some of them were sincere and wisehearted to the number of five. 2. Others of them were foolish and False-hearted to the number of five more. | crd cst d pp-f pno32 vbdr j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd. crd ng2-jn pp-f pno32 vbdr j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd dc. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 645 | Page 115 |
3945 | So that the summe is this, one half of them were indeed Virgins, another half were in appearance Virgins; | So that the sum is this, one half of them were indeed Virgins, Another half were in appearance Virgins; | av cst dt n1 vbz d, crd n-jn pp-f pno32 vbdr av n2, j-jn j-jn vbdr p-acp n1 n2; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 646 | Page 115 |
3946 | the one part were Virgins in the sight of God, who saith they are wise; the other were so in the judgment of man, and hence called foolish ones. | the one part were Virgins in the sighed of God, who Says they Are wise; the other were so in the judgement of man, and hence called foolish ones. | dt crd n1 vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pns32 vbr j; dt n-jn vbdr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvd j pi2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 646 | Page 115 |
3947 | In this general description therefore of them, we may note, First, Their description from the number of each sort, viz. five. | In this general description Therefore of them, we may note, First, Their description from the number of each sort, viz. five. | p-acp d j n1 av pp-f pno32, pns12 vmb vvi, ord, po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, n1 crd. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 646 | Page 115 |
3948 | Secondly, From their different qualities or qualifications, holy wisdom or prudence in the one, sinful folly in the other. | Secondly, From their different qualities or qualifications, holy Wisdom or prudence in the one, sinful folly in the other. | ord, p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt pi, j n1 p-acp dt n-jn. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 648 | Page 115 |
3949 | He doth not say five were holy and five prophane; | He does not say five were holy and five profane; | pns31 vdz xx vvi crd vbdr j cc crd j; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 648 | Page 115 |
3950 | five were friends to the Bridegroom, five were •ersecutors of him, but five were wise and five were foolish: Why the Virgins are described by the number of ten, Ispake before, either because it was a perfect number, | five were Friends to the Bridegroom, five were •ersecutors of him, but five were wise and five were foolish: Why the Virgins Are described by the number of ten, Ispake before, either Because it was a perfect number, | crd vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1, crd vbdr n2 pp-f pno31, cc-acp crd vbdr j cc crd vbdr j: q-crq dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd, vvd a-acp, av-d c-acp pn31 vbds dt j n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 648 | Page 115 |
3951 | and so signifies the estate of all Virgin-Churches; | and so signifies the estate of all Virgin-Churches; | cc av vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 648 | Page 115 |
3952 | or because it was the custom not to exceed the number of Ten, to honour them at their Marriage. | or Because it was the custom not to exceed the number of Ten, to honour them At their Marriage. | cc c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f crd, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 648 | Page 115 |
3953 | Now why five of them were wise, and five foolish, as though the one half of them only were sincere, the other false, this seems to carry the face of Truth; | Now why five of them were wise, and five foolish, as though the one half of them only were sincere, the other false, this seems to carry the face of Truth; | av c-crq crd pp-f pno32 vbdr j, cc crd j, c-acp cs dt crd n-jn pp-f pno32 j vbdr j, dt j-jn j, d vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 648 | Page 115 |
3954 | but I am fearful to rack & torment Parables, wherein I chiefly look unto the scope, | but I am fearful to rack & torment Parables, wherein I chiefly look unto the scope, | cc-acp pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2, c-crq pns11 av-jn vvb p-acp dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 648 | Page 115 |
3955 | and that is this, that not one or two but a great part of them were sincere, | and that is this, that not one or two but a great part of them were sincere, | cc d vbz d, cst xx pi cc crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 vbdr j, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 648 | Page 115 |
3956 | and a great part of them false. And hence the Observations out of these words are these, omitting all the rest. | and a great part of them false. And hence the Observations out of these words Are these, omitting all the rest. | cc dt j n1 pp-f pno32 j. cc av dt n2 av pp-f d n2 vbr d, vvg d dt n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 648 | Page 115 |
3957 | 1. That when the Churches of Christ Iesus prove Virgin-Churches, |
1. That when the Churches of christ Iesus prove Virgin-Churches, and Are most pure, yet even then there will be Some secret Hypocrites that shall mingle themselves with them. | crd cst c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 vvi n2, cc vbr av-ds j, av av av pc-acp vmb vbi d j-jn n2 cst vmb vvi px32 p-acp pno32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 649 | Page 115 |
3958 | Or, There will be a number of Hypocrites, mingling themselves with the purest Churches. 2. That when the Churches are Virgin-Churches, |
Or, There will be a number of Hypocrites, mingling themselves with the Purest Churches. 2. That when the Churches Are Virgin-Churches, the Hypocrites in those times will be Evangelical. | cc, a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg px32 p-acp dt js n2. crd cst c-crq dt n2 vbr n2, dt n2 p-acp d n2 vmb vbi np1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 649 | Page 115 |
3959 | Or, The secret Hypocrites of pure Churches are Evangelical. | Or, The secret Hypocrites of pure Churches Are Evangelical. | cc, dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n2 vbr np1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 650 | Page 116 |
3960 | 3. That there are certain special, |
3. That there Are certain special, Saving qualifications of heart, whereby arises a great internal difference between sincere-hearted Virgins and the closest Hypocrites. | crd d a-acp vbr j j, vvg n2 pp-f n1, c-crq vvz dt j j n1 p-acp j n2 cc dt js n2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 651 | Page 116 |
3961 | 4. That the Spring or one main principle of Evangelical sincerity or hypocrisie it lies in the understanding or mind of man. |
4. That the Spring or one main principle of Evangelical sincerity or hypocrisy it lies in the understanding or mind of man. SECT. II THat there is and will be a mixture of close Hypocrites with the wisehearted Virgins in the Purest Churches. | crd cst dt n1 cc crd j n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc n1 pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. n1. crd cst pc-acp vbz cc vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt j ng1 p-acp dt js n2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 652 | Page 116 |
3962 | This I might manifest out of several Scriptures, from several times. | This I might manifest out of several Scriptures, from several times. | d pns11 vmd vvi av pp-f j n2, p-acp j n2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3963 | Look but upon Iosias time, where there was as great a reformation as under any King before him, 2 King. 23. 25. Yet Ier. 3. 10. & 4. 3, 4. Look on the Apostles time, and what apostacy afterward. | Look but upon Iosias time, where there was as great a Reformation as under any King before him, 2 King. 23. 25. Yet Jeremiah 3. 10. & 4. 3, 4. Look on the Apostles time, and what apostasy afterwards. | n1 cc-acp p-acp np1 n1, c-crq pc-acp vbds p-acp j dt n1 c-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp pno31, crd n1. crd crd av np1 crd crd cc crd crd, crd n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, cc r-crq n1 av. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3964 | The Apostle complained of it, Every one seeks their own, Phil. 2. 21. Many walk, &c. Phil. 3. 18, 19. Whom he could not think on without tears. The mystery of iniquity began to work even then. | The Apostle complained of it, Every one seeks their own, Philip 2. 21. Many walk, etc. Philip 3. 18, 19. Whom he could not think on without tears. The mystery of iniquity began to work even then. | dt n1 vvd pp-f pn31, d pi vvz po32 d, np1 crd crd d n1, av np1 crd crd, crd ro-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp p-acp n2. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd pc-acp vvi av av. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3965 | Christ manifests this by divers Parables, Mat. 22. 14. Many are called, and so called as to come in, | christ manifests this by diverse Parables, Mathew 22. 14. Many Are called, and so called as to come in, | np1 vvz d p-acp j n2, np1 crd crd d vbr vvn, cc av vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3966 | and so sit and not to be known, till the Lord looks on them. | and so fit and not to be known, till the Lord looks on them. | cc av vvb cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3967 | And here the wise-hearted could not discern and keep out, but opened the door for the five foolish. | And Here the wisehearted could not discern and keep out, but opened the door for the five foolish. | cc av dt j vmd xx vvi cc vvi av, cc-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp dt crd j. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3968 | Look as 'tis said, Job 1. 6. There was a day the Sons of God presented themselves before the Lord, | Look as it's said, Job 1. 6. There was a day the Sons of God presented themselves before the Lord, | n1 c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, np1 crd crd a-acp vbds dt n1 dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd px32 p-acp dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3969 | and Satan came in also, so here. | and Satan Come in also, so Here. | cc np1 vvd p-acp av, av av. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3970 | I shall not, do not speak of every particular Church, but of the state of the Churches in general. | I shall not, do not speak of every particular Church, but of the state of the Churches in general. | pns11 vmb xx, vdb xx vvi pp-f d j n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3971 | For its possible there may be a Philadelphia, a new Ierusalem which comes down from Heaven, a Golden Foundation, and for a time no hay nor stubble built upon it: | For its possible there may be a Philadelphia, a new Ierusalem which comes down from Heaven, a Golden Foundation, and for a time no hay nor stubble built upon it: | p-acp po31 j pc-acp vmb vbi dt np1, dt j np1 r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp n1, dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 dx n1 ccx n1 vvn p-acp pn31: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3972 | But this is rare, and not usuall nor general. SECT. III. FRom Satan, |
But this is rare, and not usual nor general. SECT. III. FRom Satan, the ancient enemy of the purity of the Church; | p-acp d vbz j, cc xx j ccx j. n1. np1. p-acp np1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 654 | Page 116 |
3973 | he being an unclean creature himself, if he could he would make Heaven it self unclean; | he being an unclean creature himself, if he could he would make Heaven it self unclean; | pns31 vbg dt j n1 px31, cs pns31 vmd pns31 vmd vvi n1 pn31 n1 j; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 655 | Page 116 |
3974 | but that is beyond his reach; hence he seeks to make Heaven on earth unclean; | but that is beyond his reach; hence he seeks to make Heaven on earth unclean; | cc-acp d vbz p-acp po31 n1; av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1 j; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 655 | Page 116 |
3975 | hence he will get into Paradise, and if he cannot come in the shape of a man, | hence he will get into Paradise, and if he cannot come in the shape of a man, | av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc cs pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 655 | Page 116 |
3976 | yet in that of a Serpent to beguile and pollute innocency there: | yet in that of a Serpent to beguile and pollute innocency there: | av p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 a-acp: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 655 | Page 116 |
3977 | He will follow Christ into the wildernesse, and tempt him there, and hence will seek to get into Churches, to pollute them. | He will follow christ into the Wilderness, and tempt him there, and hence will seek to get into Churches, to pollute them. | pns31 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno31 a-acp, cc av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pno32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 655 | Page 116 |
3978 | And if he cannot pollute the Church by unclean Ordinances, he will then seek to defile it by unclean persons, Mat. 13. 25. The Tares be in Iudea like the Wheat, yet indeed annoy the Wheat: | And if he cannot pollute the Church by unclean Ordinances, he will then seek to defile it by unclean Persons, Mathew 13. 25. The Tares be in Iudea like the Wheat, yet indeed annoy the Wheat: | cc cs pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp j n2, pns31 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n2, np1 crd crd dt n2 vbb p-acp np1 av-j dt n1, av av vvi dt n1: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 655 | Page 116 |
3981 | If there be a Devil in the Church, he will sow his ta•es. Obj. But we see him not. | If there be a devil in the Church, he will sow his ta•es. Object But we see him not. | cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2. np1 cc-acp pns12 vvb pno31 xx. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 655 | Page 116 |
3982 | Ans. No, 'tis therefore said he went away, his care is over now they are sown. | Ans. No, it's Therefore said he went away, his care is over now they Are sown. | np1 uh-dx, pn31|vbz av vvd pns31 vvd av, po31 n1 vbz a-acp av pns32 vbr vvn. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 657 | Page 116 |
3983 | Look as 'tis Jesuits policy at this day, the end of their Order is to raise up the collapsed ruines of Rome, and to bring all Christendom (and if it be possible all the world) to the Hellish bondage and blind obedience of the See of Rome. Hence some Kingdomes, | Look as it's Jesuits policy At this day, the end of their Order is to raise up the collapsed ruins of Room, and to bring all Christendom (and if it be possible all the world) to the Hellish bondage and blind Obedience of the See of Room. Hence Some Kingdoms, | n1 c-acp pn31|vbz np2 n1 p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt vvn n2 pp-f vvi, cc pc-acp vvi d np1 (cc cs pn31 vbb j d dt n1) p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt vvb pp-f vvi. av d n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 657 | Page 116 |
3984 | because they cannot conquer them by power, they seek to do it by craft; | Because they cannot conquer them by power, they seek to do it by craft; | c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi pno32 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp n1; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 657 | Page 116 |
3985 | hence they seek to lay their Leaven and make their party within, from whom they may have intelligence, | hence they seek to lay their Leaven and make their party within, from whom they may have intelligence, | av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc vvi po32 n1 a-acp, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vmb vhi n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 657 | Page 116 |
3986 | and hence they shall do well enough with them: | and hence they shall do well enough with them: | cc av pns32 vmb vdi av av-d p-acp pno32: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 657 | Page 116 |
3987 | So Satan seeking the ruine of the Church, seeks to make his party within the Church, | So Satan seeking the ruin of the Church, seeks to make his party within the Church, | av np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 657 | Page 116 |
3988 | for one of these three ends chiefly. | for one of these three ends chiefly. | p-acp crd pp-f d crd n2 av-jn. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 657 | Page 116 |
3989 | 1. Either that he may divide the Church, that when any Errour shall be hatched, he may have his party to maintain it, | 1. Either that he may divide the Church, that when any Error shall be hatched, he may have his party to maintain it, | crd av-d d pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cst c-crq d n1 vmb vbi vvn, pns31 vmb vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 658 | Page 117 |
3990 | and his faction to plead for it. Or | and his faction to plead for it. Or | cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. cc | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 658 | Page 117 |
3991 | 2. That he may corrupt it, if he cannot divide it, that the Tares may suck out the heart and life and power of Godlinesse in the hearts of the Elect; | 2. That he may corrupt it, if he cannot divide it, that the Tares may suck out the heart and life and power of Godliness in the hearts of the Elect; | crd cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cs pns31 vmbx vvi pn31, cst dt n2 vmb vvi av dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 659 | Page 117 |
3992 | for you know 'tis not the Briar but the Iv• that sucks out the life and sap of the tree, | for you know it's not the Briar but the Iv• that sucks out the life and sap of the tree, | c-acp pn22 vvb pn31|vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt np1 cst vvz av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 659 | Page 117 |
3993 | and 'tis not prophane pricking persecutors, but seeming friends to the Church, that suck out the heart and life of it. | and it's not profane pricking persecutors, but seeming Friends to the Church, that suck out the heart and life of it. | cc pn31|vbz xx j vvg n2, cc-acp j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vvb av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 659 | Page 117 |
3994 | It was not Ieroboams greatnesse, but the old Prophets gravity and seeming Piety that suckt out the Spirit and Sap of the young Prophet, 1 Kings 13. That so by this little Leaven he may defile the whole lump, | It was not Ieroboams greatness, but the old prophets gravity and seeming Piety that sucked out the Spirit and Sap of the young Prophet, 1 Kings 13. That so by this little Leaven he may defile the Whole lump, | pn31 vbds xx vvz n1, cc-acp dt j ng1 n1 cc j-vvg n1 cst vvn av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, crd n2 crd cst av p-acp d j n1 pns31 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 659 | Page 117 |
3995 | and so provoke wrath against them all. | and so provoke wrath against them all. | cc av vvb n1 p-acp pno32 d. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 659 | Page 117 |
3996 | 3. If he cannot do either, yet that he may blur and stain the Glory of the Church: | 3. If he cannot do either, yet that he may blur and stain the Glory of the Church: | crd cs pns31 vmbx vdi d, av cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 660 | Page 117 |
3997 | For the greatest Glory in the world is to see a Temple built, not of sto••• of Gold or Pearl, | For the greatest Glory in the world is to see a Temple built, not of sto••• of Gold or Pearl, | c-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn, xx pp-f n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 660 | Page 117 |
3998 | but of living precious Saints, holy to the Lord only and his Son, and the sight of which in Heaven shall be one part of the Glory in Heaven. | but of living precious Saints, holy to the Lord only and his Son, and the sighed of which in Heaven shall be one part of the Glory in Heaven. | cc-acp pp-f vvg j n2, j p-acp dt n1 av-j cc po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f r-crq p-acp n1 vmb vbi crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 660 | Page 117 |
3999 | Hence Satan will do what he can to blur it; | Hence Satan will do what he can to blur it; | av np1 vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vmb pc-acp vvi pn31; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 660 | Page 117 |
4000 | that though the greatest Glory God hath, shines in his Church, yet that he may blur it: | that though the greatest Glory God hath, shines in his Church, yet that he may blur it: | cst cs dt js n1 np1 vhz, vvz p-acp po31 n1, av cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 660 | Page 117 |
4001 | And hence Iude saith, Some that crept in unawares, were Spots in their Feasts. | And hence Iude Says, some that crept in unawares, were Spots in their Feasts. | cc av np1 vvz, d cst vvd p-acp av-j, vbdr n2 p-acp po32 n2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 660 | Page 117 |
4002 | And 2 Pet. 2. 2. By reason of whom the way of Truth shall be evil spoken of. | And 2 Pet. 2. 2. By reason of whom the Way of Truth shall be evil spoken of. | cc crd np1 crd crd p-acp n1 pp-f ro-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi j-jn vvn pp-f. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 660 | Page 117 |
4049 | and he cannot curse (if he might have all the world) but must bless them. | and he cannot curse (if he might have all the world) but must bless them. | cc pns31 vmbx vvi (cs pns31 vmd vhi d dt n1) cc-acp vmb vvi pno32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 667 | Page 118 |
4003 | 2. From the Officers chiefly of a Church, |
2. From the Officers chiefly of a Church, who when they should be full of eyes, | crd p-acp dt n2 av-jn pp-f dt n1, q-crq q-crq pns32 vmd vbi j pp-f n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4004 | as they are described, Rev. 4. And these eyes should be ever watching, they are then sleeping, Mat. 13. 25. For 'tis not the having, | as they Are described, Rev. 4. And these eyes should be ever watching, they Are then sleeping, Mathew 13. 25. For it's not the having, | c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, n1 crd cc d n2 vmd vbi av vvg, pns32 vbr av vvg, np1 crd crd p-acp pn31|vbz xx dt vhg, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4005 | so much as the acti•g of Grace that helps men to read and understand the Book of the Scriptures, | so much as the acti•g of Grace that helps men to read and understand the Book of the Scriptures, | av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4006 | and the Book of mens hearts and lives, 2 Pet. 1. 9. Hence in affliction and temptation we know the Lord, | and the Book of men's hearts and lives, 2 Pet. 1. 9. Hence in affliction and temptation we know the Lord, | cc dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2 cc n2, crd np1 crd crd av p-acp n1 cc n1 pns12 vvb dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4007 | and his mind, and our own hearts, and the world best: | and his mind, and our own hearts, and the world best: | cc po31 n1, cc po12 d n2, cc dt n1 av-js: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4008 | When Ionathan eats the honey, his eyes are open: Now somtime the watchmen are not acting or watching, | When Ionathan eats the honey, his eyes Are open: Now sometime the watchmen Are not acting or watching, | c-crq np1 vvz dt n1, po31 n2 vbr j: av av dt n2 vbr xx vvg cc vvg, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4009 | but sleeping, and hence those are taken for wheat, that indeed are but Tares. | but sleeping, and hence those Are taken for wheat, that indeed Are but Tares. | cc-acp vvg, cc av d vbr vvn p-acp n1, cst av vbr cc-acp n2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4010 | The Book hath a fair Superscription or Frontispiece, and they so sleepy they do not read it through, | The Book hath a fair Superscription or Frontispiece, and they so sleepy they do not read it through, | dt n1 vhz dt j n1 cc n1, cc pns32 av j pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 a-acp, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4011 | and so either see no fault at all, or if any, they be but Errata in the Printing, | and so either see no fault At all, or if any, they be but Errata in the Printing, | cc av av-d vvb dx n1 p-acp d, cc cs d, pns32 vbb p-acp fw-la p-acp dt vvg, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4012 | and weaknesses to be 〈 ◊ 〉 with; | and Weaknesses to be 〈 ◊ 〉 with; | cc n2 pc-acp vbi 〈 sy 〉 p-acp; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4013 | or if they do, yet the man is commended, and hath a Name to live when indeed he is dead, | or if they do, yet the man is commended, and hath a Name to live when indeed he is dead, | cc cs pns32 vdb, av dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq av pns31 vbz j, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4014 | and so this serves the turn, and though he comes in, yet they shall do well enough with him, | and so this serves the turn, and though he comes in, yet they shall do well enough with him, | cc av d vvz dt n1, cc cs pns31 vvz p-acp, av pns32 vmb vdi av av-d p-acp pno31, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4015 | though indeed they herein have but a wolf by the ears. | though indeed they herein have but a wolf by the ears. | cs av pns32 av vhb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 661 | Page 117 |
4016 | 3. In regard of Hypocrites themselves, who must be like themselves, |
3. In regard of Hypocrites themselves, who must be like themselves, ever to act for their own ends, | crd p-acp n1 pp-f n2 px32, r-crq vmb vbi j px32, av pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 662 | Page 117 |
4017 | for they ever have an evil eye; | for they ever have an evil eye; | c-acp pns32 av vhb dt j-jn n1; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 662 | Page 117 |
4018 | now it makes for their ends, to joyn themselves to the purest Churches of the Lord Jesus. | now it makes for their ends, to join themselves to the Purest Churches of the Lord jesus. | av pn31 vvz p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n1 np1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 662 | Page 117 |
4019 | 1. Sometimes it makes for their honour: | 1. Sometime it makes for their honour: | crd av pn31 vvz p-acp po32 n1: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4020 | Hence you know the Church of Sardis lost her power of life, for that is a burden, | Hence you know the Church of Sardis lost her power of life, for that is a burden, | av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd po31 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d vbz dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4021 | yet kept their name to live, for that is an honour. | yet kept their name to live, for that is an honour. | av vvd po32 n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp d vbz dt n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4022 | For if men live out of Church-Fellow•hip, that is a great shame, and now they have little love from Saints; | For if men live out of Church-Fellow•hip, that is a great shame, and now they have little love from Saints; | p-acp cs n2 vvb av pp-f j, cst vbz dt j n1, cc av pns32 vhb j n1 p-acp n2; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4023 | Indeed the wicked may honour them, but what is that to the honour of the whole Church? Who would think Saul should have cared for Samuel, that dealt so plainly and sharply with him? Yet Oh honour me before this people; that's the businesse. | Indeed the wicked may honour them, but what is that to the honour of the Whole Church? Who would think Saul should have cared for Samuel, that dealt so plainly and sharply with him? Yet O honour me before this people; that's the business. | av dt j vmb vvi pno32, cc-acp q-crq vbz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1? q-crq vmd vvi np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp np1, cst vvd av av-j cc av-j p-acp pno31? av uh vvb pno11 p-acp d n1; cst|vbz dt n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4024 | There are many excellent gifts Christ poures down upon his Church: | There Are many excellent Gifts christ pours down upon his Church: | pc-acp vbr d j n2 np1 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4025 | Simon believes also, Acts 8. and would give any money for those gifts, that he might be wondred at, as he was before. | Simon believes also, Acts 8. and would give any money for those Gifts, that he might be wondered At, as he was before. | np1 vvz av, n2 crd cc vmd vvi d n1 p-acp d n2, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp, c-acp pns31 vbds a-acp. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4026 | A man seeing others gifts, and the love they have thereby, even a Simon may desire such gifts, | A man seeing Others Gifts, and the love they have thereby, even a Simon may desire such Gifts, | dt n1 vvg n2-jn n2, cc dt n1 pns32 vhb av, av dt np1 vmb vvi d n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4027 | and a mighty power of Grace to animate those gifts, and would give any money for this, that be may be wondred at. | and a mighty power of Grace to animate those Gifts, and would give any money for this, that be may be wondered At. | cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, cc vmd vvi d n1 p-acp d, cst vbb vmb vbi vvn p-acp. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4028 | Some refined, polished Spi•its scorn honour of base men; and hence fish for it else-where. | some refined, polished Spi•its scorn honour of base men; and hence Fish for it elsewhere. | d j-vvn, j-vvn n2 vvb n1 pp-f j n2; cc av n1 p-acp pn31 av. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 663 | Page 117 |
4029 | 2. Their gain, 'tis strange that Iudas follows Christ for the bagg, that was so poor, ye• he did, | 2. Their gain, it's strange that Iudas follows christ for the bag, that was so poor, ye• he did, | crd po32 n1, pn31|vbz j cst np1 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbds av j, n1 pns31 vdd, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 664 | Page 117 |
4030 | until he saw after three years and a half waiting, so little came in. | until he saw After three Years and a half waiting, so little Come in. | c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp crd n2 cc dt n-jn vvg, av av-j vvd p-acp. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 664 | Page 117 |
4031 | So 'tis ••ange men should seek to joyn to poor Churches for that, yet they do and will so long as they have any lots to give, | So it's ••ange men should seek to join to poor Churches for that, yet they do and will so long as they have any lots to give, | av pn31|vbz j n2 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp d, av pns32 vdb cc vmb av av-j c-acp pns32 vhb d n2 pc-acp vvi, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 664 | Page 117 |
4032 | or purses to lend, or hearts to take care and provide for those that are joyned to them. | or purses to lend, or hearts to take care and provide for those that Are joined to them. | cc n2 pc-acp vvi, cc n2 pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 664 | Page 117 |
4033 | You shall have many poor Christian men, that be but kind and boun•iful to them, you may lead them into any errors, catch them at your •leasure with a silver hook, | You shall have many poor Christian men, that be but kind and boun•iful to them, you may led them into any errors, catch them At your •leasure with a silver hook, | pn22 vmb vhi d j njp n2, cst vbb p-acp n1 cc j p-acp pno32, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d n2, vvb pno32 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 664 | Page 118 |
4034 | until they see their g•in grows little and respect lesse, and then they fall off. | until they see their g•in grows little and respect less, and then they fallen off. | c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n1 vvz j cc n1 av-dc, cc av pns32 vvb a-acp. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 664 | Page 118 |
4035 | 3. Their comfort for union to the Church of God, 1. Covers their sin, and hides it from the eyes of the world. | 3. Their Comfort for Union to the Church of God, 1. Covers their since, and hides it from the eyes of the world. | crd po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd vvz po32 n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4036 | Theeves walk without suspition in true mens companies, and thus they make the House of Prayer a Den of Theeves, and this is some comfort. | Thieves walk without suspicion in true men's companies, and thus they make the House of Prayer a Den of Thieves, and this is Some Comfort. | n2 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp j ng2 n2, cc av pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f n2, cc d vbz d n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4037 | For Hypocrites if they can carry it cleverly that none see, though God see 'tis no matter. | For Hypocrites if they can carry it cleverly that none see, though God see it's no matter. | p-acp n2 cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av-j d pi vvb, cs np1 vvb pn31|vbz dx n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4038 | It will not be thought that a Member of a Church dares do such a wickednesse, | It will not be Thought that a Member of a Church dares do such a wickedness, | pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz vdi d dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4039 | yet so it is sometime•. 2. Comforts their conscience in their sin; | yet so it is sometime•. 2. Comforts their conscience in their since; | av av pn31 vbz n1. crd n2 po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4040 | men love their lusts, but what, no respect to Ordinances of Christ? yes, and so conscience is quiet, | men love their Lustiest, but what, no respect to Ordinances of christ? yes, and so conscience is quiet, | n2 vvb po32 n2, cc-acp q-crq, dx n1 p-acp n2 pp-f np1? uh, cc av n1 vbz j-jn, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4041 | and sin lives too, Ier. 7. 3. Because there is much comfo•t in Gods Ordinances, | and since lives too, Jeremiah 7. 3. Because there is much comfo•t in God's Ordinances, | cc n1 vvz av, np1 crd crd p-acp pc-acp vbz av-d vvn p-acp npg1 n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4042 | and in attending on God there, not only verbal, but the visible Gospel is sweet, the Sacraments: | and in attending on God there, not only verbal, but the visible Gospel is sweet, the Sacraments: | cc p-acp vvg p-acp np1 a-acp, xx av-j j, cc-acp dt j n1 vbz j, dt n2: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4043 | hence they joyn themselves as in Iohns Ministry, You rejoyced for a season, not only in Christ, | hence they join themselves as in Iohns Ministry, You rejoiced for a season, not only in christ, | av pns32 vvb px32 p-acp p-acp npg1 n1, pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1, xx av-j p-acp np1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4044 | but in communion of Saints, especially in dangerous times, that a man fears the judgements of God will come in those places where ever they live without them. | but in communion of Saints, especially in dangerous times, that a man fears the Judgments of God will come in those places where ever they live without them. | cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n2, av-j p-acp j n2, cst dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 c-crq av pns32 vvb p-acp pno32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4045 | And now they are quiet when got into the Cities of the Levites, from the pursuer of blood. | And now they Are quiet when god into the Cities of the Levites, from the pursuer of blood. | cc av pns32 vbr j-jn r-crq vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 665 | Page 118 |
4046 | 4. In regard of the Saints themselves. | 4. In regard of the Saints themselves. | crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 px32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 666 | Page 118 |
4047 | First, There is seen many times a Divine Majesty and excellency in them, which hath a drawing virtue with it, that many out of respect to that, close with them, | ord, pc-acp vbz vvn d n2 dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vhz dt vvg n1 p-acp pn31, cst d av pp-f n1 p-acp d, av-j p-acp pno32, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 667 | Page 118 | |
4048 | as Gen. 26. 27, 28. God makes Balaam to see Israels glory in his Tents, | as Gen. 26. 27, 28. God makes balaam to see Israel's glory in his Tents, | c-acp np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 667 | Page 118 |
4050 | Secondly, There is much charity which thinks no evil, that where they see evils, they cover them; | Secondly, There is much charity which thinks no evil, that where they see evils, they cover them; | ord, pc-acp vbz d n1 r-crq vvz dx n-jn, cst c-crq pns32 vvb n2-jn, pns32 vvb pno32; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 668 | Page 118 |
4051 | where there is but little good appearing, they hope there is more than they see, the Kings Daughter being all glorious within. | where there is but little good appearing, they hope there is more than they see, the Kings Daughter being all glorious within. | c-crq pc-acp vbz cc-acp j j vvg, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz dc cs pns32 vvb, dt n2 n1 vbg av-d j p-acp. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 668 | Page 118 |
4052 | Thirdly, There is a spirit of humility in them, to think others that appear fair better than themselves, | Thirdly, There is a Spirit of humility in them, to think Others that appear fair better than themselves, | ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi n2-jn cst vvb j av-jc cs px32, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 669 | Page 118 |
4053 | until God discovers them, especially if they are yet unsetled. Fourthly, A spirit of desire to have all as near the Lord as they can, | until God discovers them, especially if they Are yet unsettled. Fourthly, A Spirit of desire to have all as near the Lord as they can, | c-acp np1 vvz pno32, av-j cs pns32 vbr av j-vvn. ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vhi d c-acp av-j dt n1 c-acp pns32 vmb, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 669 | Page 118 |
4054 | and though there be evils in them, yet they hope that will make them better. 5. From the Lord himself: who hath, |
and though there be evils in them, yet they hope that will make them better. 5. From the Lord himself: who hath, | cc cs pc-acp vbb n2-jn p-acp pno32, av pns32 vvb cst vmb vvi pno32 av-jc. crd p-acp dt n1 px31: r-crq vhz, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 670 | Page 118 |
4055 | First, Reserved this exact separation as one part of his own glory at his Second coming: | First, Reserved this exact separation as one part of his own glory At his Second coming: | ord, vvn d j n1 p-acp crd n1 pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp po31 ord vvg: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 672 | Page 118 |
4056 | Then he shall separate sheep and Goats. | Then he shall separate sheep and Goats. | av pns31 vmb vvi n1 cc n2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 672 | Page 118 |
4057 | Secondly, Because some are very serviceable to his Church, and so to Christ, as Caput politicum, both in regard of outward means of subsistance, and also with edifying gifts: | Secondly, Because Some Are very serviceable to his Church, and so to christ, as Caput Politicum, both in regard of outward means of subsistence, and also with edifying Gifts: | ord, c-acp d vbr av j p-acp po31 n1, cc av p-acp np1, c-acp fw-la fw-la, d p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1, cc av p-acp j-vvg n2: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 673 | Page 118 |
4058 | hence into his Family he will let them come, being servants, and like Carriers that carry anothers money and wealth to him, | hence into his Family he will let them come, being Servants, and like Carriers that carry another's money and wealth to him, | av p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno32 vvi, vbg n2, cc j n2 cst vvb j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 673 | Page 118 |
4059 | and then turns them out of doors. | and then turns them out of doors. | cc av vvz pno32 av pp-f n2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 673 | Page 118 |
4060 | Thirdly, Because of a certain real, yet not thorow work of the Lord, whereby he draws them to some fellowship with the Church, the Members, | Thirdly, Because of a certain real, yet not thorough work of the Lord, whereby he draws them to Some fellowship with the Church, the Members, | ord, c-acp pp-f dt j j, av xx p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 674 | Page 118 |
4061 | and some kind of fellowship with his Son; yet it not being a thorow effectual Almighty drawing, they prove unsound, Iohn 6. 65. | and Some kind of fellowship with his Son; yet it not being a thorough effectual Almighty drawing, they prove unsound, John 6. 65. | cc d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1; av pn31 xx vbg dt j j j-jn vvg, pns32 vvb j-u, np1 crd crd | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 674 | Page 118 |
4062 | Fourthly, That the Lord might manifest the exceeding greatness of his wrath in some, for Gods last end in all the wicked is to shew the greatnesse of it, Rom. 9. 21, 22. yet in some more than others: | Fourthly, That the Lord might manifest the exceeding greatness of his wrath in Some, for God's last end in all the wicked is to show the greatness of it, Rom. 9. 21, 22. yet in Some more than Others: | ord, cst dt n1 vmd vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d, c-acp n2 ord n1 p-acp d dt j vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd, crd av p-acp d dc cs n2-jn: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 675 | Page 118 |
4063 | and hence raiseth them up in the Church to great eminency of profession, and parts, | and hence Raiseth them up in the Church to great eminency of profession, and parts, | cc av vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, cc n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 675 | Page 118 |
4064 | and honour, that all the Saints also may admire Gods Grace to themselves the more, that when Two in the field, one should be taken, another left, that they should sit in the same seats, | and honour, that all the Saints also may admire God's Grace to themselves the more, that when Two in the field, one should be taken, Another left, that they should fit in the same seats, | cc n1, cst d dt n2 av vmb vvi npg1 n1 p-acp px32 dt n1, cst c-crq crd p-acp dt n1, pi vmd vbi vvn, j-jn vvn, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt d n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 675 | Page 118 |
4065 | and yet some called, others left, and of them that are called to leave many, | and yet Some called, Others left, and of them that Are called to leave many, | cc av d vvn, n2-jn vvd, cc pp-f pno32 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 675 | Page 118 |
4066 | and love me, and that men of great parts, and I a poor simple one to chuse such a base thing, to confound the wise, the mighty. | and love me, and that men of great parts, and I a poor simple one to choose such a base thing, to confound the wise, the mighty. | cc vvb pno11, cc d n2 pp-f j n2, cc pns11 dt j j pi pc-acp vvi d dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j, dt j. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 675 | Page 118 |
4067 | But as it's said of Pharaoh, what meant all the miracles? all the humblings of heart? and yet he would not let them go: | But as it's said of Pharaoh, what meant all the Miracles? all the humblings of heart? and yet he would not let them go: | cc-acp c-acp pn31|vbz vvn pp-f np1, r-crq vvd d dt n2? d dt n2-vvg pp-f n1? cc av pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 vvi: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 675 | Page 118 |
4086 | and hence many a soul lies blee••ng to •eath because they have such tender Friends as will not search them. | and hence many a soul lies blee••ng to •eath Because they have such tender Friends as will not search them. | cc av d dt n1 vvz vvg p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vhb d j n2 c-acp vmb xx vvi pno32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4087 | An I doubt not but many in Hell •ay say, Oh that I should live among such and such, | an I doubt not but many in Hell •ay say, O that I should live among such and such, | dt pns11 vvb xx p-acp d p-acp n1 vmb vvi, uh cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d cc d, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4068 | For this cause have I raised thee up, Exod. 9. 16. Of all that thou hast given me (saith Chri••) not one is lost, but the Son of Perdition, that the Scripture might be fulfilled. So here. SECT. IV. THis serve• to cle•r us in this Country from a soul aspersion that is cast out of the mouths of Pulpits upon us, |
For this cause have I raised thee up, Exod 9. 16. Of all that thou hast given me (Says Chri••) not one is lost, but the Son of Perdition, that the Scripture might be fulfilled. So Here. SECT. IV. THis serve• to cle•r us in this Country from a soul aspersion that is cast out of the mouths of Pulpits upon us, that we hold the Churches of christ to have no Hypocrite in the•. | p-acp d n1 vhb pns11 vvn pno21 a-acp, np1 crd crd pp-f d cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 (vvz np1) xx pi vbz vvn, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn. av av. n1. np1 d n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 cst vbz vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 675 | Page 118 |
4069 | We answe•, that though if Hypocrite could be openly and Ecclesiass•ally disce•ned, they should not be received in, no• kept in, | We answe•, that though if Hypocrite could be openly and Ecclesiass•ally disce•ned, they should not be received in, no• kept in, | pns12 n1, cst c-acp cs n1 vmd vbi av-j cc av-j vvn, pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp, n1 vvn p-acp, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 676 | Page 119 |
4070 | because 〈 … 〉 Church are not fit to make a Church: | Because 〈 … 〉 Church Are not fit to make a Church: | c-acp 〈 … 〉 n1 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 676 | Page 119 |
4071 | yet we say there will be Tares and Whe•t, there will be chast and corn, there will be wise and foolish Virgins, there will be good and bad mingled together in the Churche; until the worlds end. | yet we say there will be Tares and Whe•t, there will be chaste and corn, there will be wise and foolish Virgins, there will be good and bad mingled together in the Church; until the world's end. | av pns12 vvb a-acp vmb vbi n2 cc n1, pc-acp vmb vbi j cc n1, pc-acp vmb vbi j cc j n2, pc-acp vmb vbi j cc j vvn av p-acp dt n1; c-acp dt ng1 n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 676 | Page 119 |
4072 | To the Watch •en of the Churches ▪ nay to all that professe themselve to be their Brethrens keepers; | To the Watch •en of the Churches ▪ nay to all that profess themselves to be their Brothers' keepers; | p-acp dt vvb av pp-f dt n2 ▪ uh p-acp d cst vvb px32 pc-acp vbi po32 ng2 n2; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4073 | to 〈 … 〉 Virgins, not to lavi•h your cha••ty too Far, it's a precious Grace, | pc-acp 〈 … 〉 ng1, xx pc-acp vvi po22 n1 av av-j, pn31|vbz dt j n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 | |
4074 | and you have little enough for 〈 … 〉, but to bear a jealous heart, | and you have little enough for 〈 … 〉, but to bear a jealous heart, | cc pn22 vhb j av-d p-acp 〈 … 〉, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4075 | and to labou• for a quick discerning eye to find out them that will 〈 ◊ 〉 themselves among you. | and to labou• for a quick discerning eye to find out them that will 〈 ◊ 〉 themselves among you. | cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi av pno32 cst vmb 〈 sy 〉 px32 p-acp pn22. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4076 | This was the commendation and honour of the Ephesians, Rev. 2. 2. I confesse it •s a sinful extream to cry do•n all the virgins as foolish, | This was the commendation and honour of the Ephesians, Rev. 2. 2. I confess it •s a sinful extreme to cry do•n all the Virgins as foolish, | d vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np1, n1 crd crd pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt j j-jn pc-acp vvi av d dt n2 p-acp j, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4077 | when there be Five wise. Satan will seek to •reak he •ond of Brotherly-love by so•ing false reports, and horrible suspitions: | when there be Five wise. Satan will seek to •reak he •ond of Brotherly love by so•ing false reports, and horrible suspicions: | c-crq pc-acp vbi crd n1. np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pns31 vvd pp-f n1 p-acp vvg j n2, cc j n2: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4078 | and 'tis a hard thing fo• a Pa•• after the Lord hath wrapt him up to the Third Heaven in Revelations, not to be pu•tup, | and it's a hard thing fo• a Pa•• After the Lord hath wrapped him up to the Third Heaven in Revelations, not to be pu•tup, | cc pn31|vbz dt j n1 n1 dt np1 p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp n2, xx pc-acp vbi n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4079 | and in seeing himself at a distance from other men, not to despise and conde•n them that have not risen so high as he, especially in a discontented spirit nothing will please them. | and in seeing himself At a distance from other men, not to despise and conde•n them that have not risen so high as he, especially in a discontented Spirit nothing will please them. | cc p-acp vvg px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 cst vhb xx vvn av j c-acp pns31, av-j p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pix vmb vvi pno32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4080 | A false heart when, he sees more than others as he thinks, now thinks highly of himself, | A false heart when, he sees more than Others as he thinks, now thinks highly of himself, | dt j n1 c-crq, pns31 vvz av-dc cs n2-jn c-acp pns31 vvz, av vvz av-j pp-f px31, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4081 | as so he great reformer of Churches and world, especially if men of shallow heads; | as so he great reformer of Churches and world, especially if men of shallow Heads; | c-acp av pns31 j n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, av-j cs n2 pp-f j n2; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4082 | and •ence such do censure and conde•n all that do not magnifie them, and reverence their Judgements, | and •ence such do censure and conde•n all that do not magnify them, and Reverence their Judgments, | cc av d vdb vvi cc vvi d cst vdb xx vvi pno32, cc vvi po32 n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4083 | and the dust of their feet. | and the dust of their feet. | cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4084 | And yet 'tis another sinful extream to swallow down all flies that be in the cup, | And yet it's Another sinful extreme to swallow down all flies that be in the cup, | cc av pn31|vbz j-jn j j-jn pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2 cst vbb p-acp dt n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4085 | and to think too charitably of every one that doth pro•esse. Children that have no children themselves, will make children of clouts, and then love the•; | and to think too charitably of every one that does pro•esse. Children that have no children themselves, will make children of clouts, and then love the•; | cc pc-acp vvi av av-j pp-f d crd cst vdz vvi. np1 cst vhb dx n2 px32, vmb vvi n2 pp-f n2, cc av vvb n1; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4088 | and they never de•• faithfully with me. If a man walk •airly, |
and they never de•• faithfully with me. If a man walk •airly, should I censure him? | cc pns32 av-x n1 av-j p-acp pno11. cs dt n1 vvb av-j, vmd pns11 vvi pno31? | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 677 | Page 119 |
4089 | No, |
No, but yet maintain a holy jealousy over them, as Paul did over the Gal••hiansa 〈 ◊ 〉 Stands with love, | uh-dx, p-acp av vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt np1 〈 sy 〉 vvz p-acp n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 679 | Page 119 |
4090 | as it was with Iob ch. 1. 5. As 'tis with Chirurgions, ' •is love to cut to the quick. | as it was with Job changed. 1. 5. As it's with Chirurgeons, ' •is love to Cut to the quick. | c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1 vvn. crd crd p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, ' fw-la vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 679 | Page 119 |
4091 | Love the• because they appear to be Christs, and are so to thee, and this shall have a reward; | Love the• Because they appear to be Christ, and Are so to thee, and this shall have a reward; | n1 n1 c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi npg1, cc vbr av p-acp pno21, cc d vmb vhi dt n1; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 679 | Page 119 |
4092 | but yet be jealous in love, because there may be that hid which was never yet seen. | but yet be jealous in love, Because there may be that hid which was never yet seen. | cc-acp av vbi j p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi d vvn r-crq vbds av-x av vvn. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 679 | Page 119 |
4093 | 1. It may be thou maist save a soul, and they will love thee; or else thou shalt clear justice by being a witnesse against them. | 1. It may be thou Mayest save a soul, and they will love thee; or Else thou shalt clear Justice by being a witness against them. | crd pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi pno21; cc av pns21 vm2 vvi n1 p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp pno32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 680 | Page 119 |
4094 | 2. 'Tis the chief work for Christ here, there being no prophane ones among us, to overthrow the kingdom of hypocrisie, | 2. It's the chief work for christ Here, there being no profane ones among us, to overthrow the Kingdom of hypocrisy, | crd pn31|vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1 av, a-acp vbg dx j pi2 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 681 | Page 119 |
4095 | as well as of civility and prophanenesse. | as well as of civility and profaneness. | c-acp av c-acp pp-f n1 cc n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 681 | Page 119 |
4096 | 3. You will save the Lord a purging and cleansing time, for when Christ purgeth not with the Holy Ghost in his Saints and Ordinances, he will with fire. | 3. You will save the Lord a purging and cleansing time, for when christ Purgeth not with the Holy Ghost in his Saints and Ordinances, he will with fire. | crd pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 dt n-vvg cc vvg n1, c-acp c-crq np1 vvz xx p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, pns31 vmb p-acp n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 682 | Page 119 |
4097 | Here I might give rules for discerning mens spirits, as | Here I might give rules for discerning men's spirits, as | av pns11 vmd vvi n2 p-acp vvg ng2 n2, c-acp | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 682 | Page 119 |
4098 | 〈 ◊ 〉, Mark their speech, for by thy words thou shalt be justified, and many times one word will give a light to see all, | 〈 ◊ 〉, Mark their speech, for by thy words thou shalt be justified, and many times one word will give a Light to see all, | 〈 sy 〉, vvb po32 n1, c-acp p-acp po21 n2 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, cc d n2 crd n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi d, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 683 | Page 119 |
4099 | as in Simon Magus: as with men in a labyrinth found out by one thread. | as in Simon Magus: as with men in a labyrinth found out by one thread. | c-acp p-acp np1 np1: a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 vvd av p-acp crd n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 683 | Page 119 |
4100 | Secondly, Mark them that you see not grapling with Sin and Temptation, for if we see them without that, they are not yet tryed, | Secondly, Mark them that you see not grappling with since and Temptation, for if we see them without that, they Are not yet tried, | ord, vvb pno32 cst pn22 vvb xx vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp cs pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp d, pns32 vbr xx av vvn, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 684 | Page 119 |
4101 | therefore observe them here, here is their trial, when time of Temptation comes. | Therefore observe them Here, Here is their trial, when time of Temptation comes. | av vvb pno32 av, av vbz po32 n1, c-crq n1 pp-f n1 vvz. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 684 | Page 119 |
4102 | Thirdly, Get thy self to stand at a distance from sinful men, from all the world; | Thirdly, Get thy self to stand At a distance from sinful men, from all the world; | ord, vvb po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2, p-acp d dt n1; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 685 | Page 119 |
4103 | We know we are of God, 1 Iohn 5. 19. As men that are in the water look only to themselves, but standing safe on shore; they see others drowning: | We know we Are of God, 1 John 5. 19. As men that Are in the water look only to themselves, but standing safe on shore; they see Others drowning: | pns12 vvb pns12 vbr pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 vvb av-j p-acp px32, cc-acp vvg j p-acp n1; pns32 vvb n2-jn vvg: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 685 | Page 120 |
4104 | I speak this because I fear the Churches are so busie about their own things, that their 〈 ◊ 〉 not kept: | I speak this Because I Fear the Churches Are so busy about their own things, that their 〈 ◊ 〉 not kept: | pns11 vvb d c-acp pns11 vvb dt n2 vbr av j p-acp po32 d n2, cst po32 〈 sy 〉 xx vvn: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 685 | Page 120 |
4105 | if they see no grosse sin then all is well. | if they see no gross since then all is well. | cs pns32 vvb dx j n1 av d vbz av. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 685 | Page 120 |
4106 | Hence be not offended, |
Hence be not offended, if you see great Cedars fallen, Stars fallen from Heaven, great Professors die and decay: 1. Do not think they be all such. 2. Do not think the Elect shall fallen. | av vbb xx vvn, cs pn22 vvb j n2 vvi, n2 vvb p-acp n1, j n2 vvi cc n1: crd vdb xx vvi pns32 vbb d d. crd vdb xx vvi dt n1 vmb vvi. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4107 | Truly some are such, that when they fall, one would think a man •ruly sanctified might fall away, | Truly Some Are such, that when they fallen, one would think a man •ruly sanctified might fallen away, | np1 d vbr d, cst c-crq pns32 vvb, pi vmd vvi dt n1 av-j vvn vmd vvi av, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4108 | as the Arminians think, 1 Iohn •. 19. They were not of us; I speak this because the Lord is shaking and I look for great Apostacies towards, | as the Arminians think, 1 John •. 19. They were not of us; I speak this Because the Lord is shaking and I look for great Apostasies towards, | c-acp dt njp2 vvi, crd np1 •. crd pns32 vbdr xx pp-f pno12; pns11 vvb d c-acp dt n1 vbz vvg cc pns11 vvb p-acp j n2 p-acp, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4109 | for God is trying all his Friends through all the chris•ian world: | for God is trying all his Friends through all the chris•ian world: | c-acp np1 vbz vvg d po31 n2 p-acp d dt n1 n1: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4110 | in Germany what profession was there? who would have t•ought it? The Lord who delights to manifest that o•enly which was hid secretly, sends a sword, and they fall; | in Germany what profession was there? who would have t•ought it? The Lord who delights to manifest that o•enly which was hid secretly, sends a sword, and they fallen; | p-acp np1 r-crq n1 vbds a-acp? q-crq vmd vhi vvn pn31? dt n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi cst av-j r-crq vbds vvn av-jn, vvz dt n1, cc pns32 vvb; | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4111 | others in other places receive the Word with joy, the Lord sends Persecution, and fearing men more than the filth of sin, | Others in other places receive the Word with joy, the Lord sends Persecution, and fearing men more than the filth of since, | n2-jn p-acp j-jn n2 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 vvz n1, cc vvg n2 av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4112 | and anger of Christ, they fall: | and anger of christ, they fallen: | cc n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4113 | others stand i• ou• there, and suffer and venture hither, and Isac•ar - like see rest is good, | Others stand i• ou• there, and suffer and venture hither, and Isac•ar - like see rest is good, | n2-jn vvb n1 n1 a-acp, cc vvi cc vvi av, cc vvb - zz zz n1 vbz j, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4114 | and crouch under their burdens, and so they fall. Others have had sweetnesse in Ordinances, the Lord departs, and so they fall. | and crouch under their burdens, and so they fallen. Others have had sweetness in Ordinances, the Lord departs, and so they fallen. | cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc av pns32 vvb. ng2-jn vhb vhn n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 vvz, cc av pns32 vvb. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4115 | Others have corrupt hearts, and received the truth in the form, not in love, and stood in deferce of the truth, not love of the truth, the Lord lets •rrour loose, and they fall. | Others have corrupt hearts, and received the truth in the from, not in love, and stood in deferce of the truth, not love of the truth, the Lord lets •rrour lose, and they fallen. | ng2-jn vhb j n2, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp j pp-f dt n1, xx n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvz n1 j, cc pns32 vvb. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4116 | Well, never be offended at this, I am not, because I never knew man fall but he loved some lust, | Well, never be offended At this, I am not, Because I never knew man fallen but he loved Some lust, | uh-av, av-x vbi vvn p-acp d, pns11 vbm xx, c-acp pns11 av-x vvd n1 vvi cc-acp pns31 vvd d n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4117 | and was never broken from sin, and although this is not seen when they do fall, it offends not me. | and was never broken from since, and although this is not seen when they do fallen, it offends not me. | cc vbds av-x vvn p-acp n1, cc cs d vbz xx vvn c-crq pns32 vdb vvi, pn31 vvz xx pno11. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 686 | Page 120 |
4118 | Oh therefore search your own hearts: | O Therefore search your own hearts: | uh av vvb po22 d n2: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4119 | when Christ said to the Disciples one shall betray me: Use 4. Lord is it •? say they: | when christ said to the Disciples one shall betray me: Use 4. Lord is it •? say they: | c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pi vmb vvi pno11: vvb crd n1 vbz pn31 •? vvb pns32: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4120 | so when not one, but many, Lord is it I? Oh many a christian lies fast asleep, never comes to a thorow search, a strict wa•ch. | so when not one, but many, Lord is it I? O many a christian lies fast asleep, never comes to a thorough search, a strict wa•ch. | av q-crq xx pi, cc-acp d, n1 vbz pn31 pns11? uh d dt njp vvz j j, av-x vvz p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4121 | Do but consider this: 1. That in Churches, nay purest Churches many may lye hid nor discerned. 2. Thou maist be one. 3. If thou beest, that of all men living none shall so deeply sink in Hell. 4. That all Ordinances shall tend to this end, | Do but Consider this: 1. That in Churches, nay Purest Churches many may lie hid nor discerned. 2. Thou Mayest be one. 3. If thou Best, that of all men living none shall so deeply sink in Hell. 4. That all Ordinances shall tend to this end, | vdb p-acp vvi d: crd cst p-acp n2, uh js n2 d vmb vvi vvn ccx vvn. crd pns21 vm2 vbi pi. crd cs pns21 vb2s, cst pp-f d n2 vvg pix vmb av av-jn vvi p-acp n1. crd cst d n2 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4122 | and all thy joyes, all thy afflictions: | and all thy Joys, all thy afflictions: | cc d po21 n2, d po21 n2: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4123 | and therefore Oh search befo•e the Lord search, and say, Lord, as no mans punishments and plagues can be like 〈 ◊ 〉 nor sins, | and Therefore O search befo•e the Lord search, and say, Lord, as no men punishments and plagues can be like 〈 ◊ 〉 nor Sins, | cc av uh n1 vvb dt n1 n1, cc vvi, n1, c-acp dx ng1 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi av-j 〈 sy 〉 ccx n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4124 | if I •erish, so if pardoned, loved, never any shall have such cause to blesse thee• and therefore take not up with weak and groundlesse hopes, | if I •erish, so if pardoned, loved, never any shall have such cause to bless thee• and Therefore take not up with weak and groundless hope's, | cs pns11 vvb, av cs vvn, vvd, av-x d vmb vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc av vvb xx a-acp p-acp j cc j n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4125 | but love that hand that smites and wounds thee, for this discovery is to awaken thee: | but love that hand that smites and wounds thee, for this discovery is to awaken thee: | cc-acp vvb d n1 cst vvz cc vvz pno21, c-acp d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno21: | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4126 | but you have so much businesse you will not, cannot, &c. Consider what a fearful thing 'tis to be 〈 ◊ 〉 up as for a gazing-stock to Saints, | but you have so much business you will not, cannot, etc. Consider what a fearful thing it's to be 〈 ◊ 〉 up as for a gazingstock to Saints, | cc-acp pn22 vhb av d n1 pn22 vmb xx, vmbx, av vvb r-crq dt j n1 pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi 〈 sy 〉 a-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4127 | so an everlasting terror to the damned themselves. | so an everlasting terror to the damned themselves. | av dt j n1 p-acp dt vvn px32. | (17) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 120 |
4128 | CHAP. XIII. Containing a Discovery of Gospel-Hypocrites. SECT. I. THat the most hidden hypocrites of the purest Churches under the Gospel are Evangelical, |
CHAP. XIII. Containing a Discovery of Gospel-Hypocrites. SECT. I. THat the most hidden Hypocrites of the Purest Churches under the Gospel Are Evangelical, or Gospel Hypocrites. | np1 np1. vvg dt n1 pp-f n2. n1. np1 cst dt av-ds j-vvn n2 pp-f dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr np1, cc n1 n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 687 | Page 121 |
4129 | For these that were foolish were not such as in appearance rested in the Law, | For these that were foolish were not such as in appearance rested in the Law, | p-acp d cst vbdr j vbdr xx d c-acp p-acp n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 689 | Page 121 |
4130 | or in a Covenant of Works, but they had escaped those intanglements, and now were Virgins that plead their interest in, | or in a Covenant of Works, but they had escaped those entanglements, and now were Virgins that plead their Interest in, | cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, cc-acp pns32 vhd vvn d n2, cc av vbdr n2 cst vvb po32 n1 p-acp, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 689 | Page 121 |
4131 | and their communion and fellowship, and love-knot with Christ, they had now their Lamps ready, | and their communion and fellowship, and love-knot with christ, they had now their Lamps ready, | cc po32 n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vhd av po32 n2 j, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 689 | Page 121 |
4132 | and made much preparation for him, and they did wait for him, and verily looked to have eternal fellowship with him their Beloved, infomuch that they took their flight so high towards Heaven and Christ, that they passed for a time the discerning of the wise: | and made much preparation for him, and they did wait for him, and verily looked to have Eternal fellowship with him their beloved, infomuch that they took their flight so high towards Heaven and christ, that they passed for a time the discerning of the wise: | cc vvd d n1 p-acp pno31, cc pns32 vdd vvi p-acp pno31, cc av-j vvd pc-acp vhi j n1 p-acp pno31 po32 j-vvn, av cst pns32 vvd po32 n1 av j p-acp n1 cc np1, cst pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 dt vvg pp-f dt j: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 689 | Page 121 |
4133 | for you must know that where the Gospel comes, there are two sorts of enemies against it. | for you must know that where the Gospel comes, there Are two sorts of enemies against it. | c-acp pn22 vmb vvi d c-crq dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 689 | Page 121 |
4134 | 1. Open, and those are your Justiciaties, that seeking to establish their own righteousnesse, and being pu••ed up with it, can with pretended good consciences in doing God service, oppose the righteousnesse of God. | 1. Open, and those Are your Justiciaties, that seeking to establish their own righteousness, and being pu••ed up with it, can with pretended good Consciences in doing God service, oppose the righteousness of God. | crd j, cc d vbr po22 n2, cst vvg pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, cc vbg vvn a-acp p-acp pn31, vmb p-acp j-vvn j n2 p-acp vdg n1 n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 690 | Page 121 |
4135 | 2. Secret and subtil enemies, yet seeming Friends, and these are your carnal Gospellers that cry down all their own righteousnesse, | 2. Secret and subtle enemies, yet seeming Friends, and these Are your carnal Evangelists that cry down all their own righteousness, | crd np1 cc j n2, av vvg n2, cc d vbr po22 j n2 cst vvb a-acp d po32 d n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4136 | and cry up Christ, and see nothing in themselves, as there is good cause so to think, | and cry up christ, and see nothing in themselves, as there is good cause so to think, | cc vvb a-acp np1, cc vvb pix p-acp px32, c-acp pc-acp vbz j n1 av pc-acp vvi, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4137 | and look for all from Christ, and yet these when the Lord comes to search are found false; | and look for all from christ, and yet these when the Lord comes to search Are found false; | cc vvb p-acp d p-acp np1, cc av d c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi vbr vvn j; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4138 | and these are the worms that grow in this wood, in this building, in these Churches. | and these Are the worms that grow in this wood, in this building, in these Churches. | cc d vbr dt n2 cst vvb p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp d n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4139 | Thus it was in Christs time, the Church of the Jews had left their grosse idolatries, | Thus it was in Christ time, the Church of the jews had left their gross idolatries, | av pn31 vbds p-acp npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vhd vvn po32 j n2, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4140 | yet this was their stumbling-stone, they sought to establish their own righteousnesse, and hence he came to his own, | yet this was their stumbling-stone, they sought to establish their own righteousness, and hence he Come to his own, | av d vbds po32 n1, pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, cc av pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4141 | and his own received him not, and hence were cut off for this their unbelief, | and his own received him not, and hence were Cut off for this their unbelief, | cc po31 d vvd pno31 xx, cc av vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp d po32 n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4142 | but others (divers sorts of them) did receive him, beleeved in him, Iohn 2. 23. Many took hold on Christ, | but Others (diverse sorts of them) did receive him, believed in him, John 2. 23. Many took hold on christ, | cc-acp n2-jn (j n2 pp-f pno32) vdd vvi pno31, vvd p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd av-d vvd n1 p-acp np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4143 | and he took no hold on them, wondred at him, and entertained him when others did reject him, | and he took no hold on them, wondered At him, and entertained him when Others did reject him, | cc pns31 vvd dx n1 p-acp pno32, vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31 c-crq ng2-jn vdd vvi pno31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4144 | as Capernaum did, yet under his woe. | as Capernaum did, yet under his woe. | c-acp np1 vdd, av p-acp po31 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4145 | And these are the spots of Evangelical purity, wenns in the best bodies of the best constituted Churches. | And these Are the spots of Evangelical purity, Wanes in the best bodies of the best constituted Churches. | cc d vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 n1, n2 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt js vvn n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4146 | Look but upon Christs own Family: | Look but upon Christ own Family: | n1 cc-acp p-acp npg1 d n1: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4147 | Iohn 6. 69, 70. The Disciples professed when others departed, Lord, to whom should we go? thou hast words of life; | John 6. 69, 70. The Disciples professed when Others departed, Lord, to whom should we go? thou hast words of life; | np1 crd crd, crd dt n2 vvd c-crq n2-jn vvd, n1, p-acp ro-crq vmd pns12 vvi? pns21 vh2 n2 pp-f n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4148 | yet saith he, I have chosen you indeed to be for me, but one is a devil, viz. Iudas the Deacon stood not on his own righteousnesse, | yet Says he, I have chosen you indeed to be for me, but one is a Devil, viz. Iudas the Deacon stood not on his own righteousness, | av vvz pns31, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av pc-acp vbi p-acp pno11, cc-acp crd vbz dt n1, n1 np1 dt n1 vvd xx p-acp po31 d n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4149 | but was for Christ, and followed him, and yet in this Evangelical Angel without, is a Devil within, | but was for christ, and followed him, and yet in this Evangelical Angel without, is a devil within, | cc-acp vbds p-acp np1, cc vvd pno31, cc av p-acp d np1 n1 p-acp, vbz dt n1 a-acp, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4150 | because he still harboured his lusts within. | Because he still Harboured his Lustiest within. | c-acp pns31 av vvd po31 n2 a-acp. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4188 | but because it gives them ease, there they keep them, so here: | but Because it gives them ease, there they keep them, so Here: | cc-acp c-acp pn31 vvz pno32 vvi, a-acp pns32 vvb pno32, av av: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4151 | This the Apostle Paul fore-saw, Acts 20. 29, 30. Some Wolves without should come, and also some cankers within should fret, that should draw many Disciples after them (in a Church bought by Christs own blood) speaking perverse things, pretending to draw Disciples after Christ, but 'tis indeed after themselves; | This the Apostle Paul foresaw, Acts 20. 29, 30. some Wolves without should come, and also Some cankers within should fret, that should draw many Disciples After them (in a Church bought by Christ own blood) speaking perverse things, pretending to draw Disciples After christ, but it's indeed After themselves; | np1 dt n1 np1 vvd, n2 crd crd, crd d n2 p-acp vmd vvi, cc av d n2 a-acp vmd vvi, cst vmd vvi d n2 p-acp pno32 (p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp npg1 d n1) vvg j n2, vvg pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1, cc-acp pn31|vbz av p-acp px32; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4152 | and Paul laments this, Many walk, i. e. | and Paul laments this, Many walk, i. e. | cc np1 vvz d, d n1, sy. sy. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4153 | professe Christ and his Crosse, yet enemies to it, Phil. 3. 19. This Christ foretels, Luke 13. 25, 26. Many seek, many knock, | profess christ and his Cross, yet enemies to it, Philip 3. 19. This christ foretells, Lycia 13. 25, 26. Many seek, many knock, | vvb np1 cc po31 n1, av n2 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd np1 np1 vvz, av crd crd, crd av-d vvb, d n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4154 | and at last cry Lord, Lord open, and in their life-time they pleaded communion with Christ, | and At last cry Lord, Lord open, and in their lifetime they pleaded communion with christ, | cc p-acp ord vvb n1, n1 j, cc p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvd n1 p-acp np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4155 | yet Depart ye workers of iniquity. Iude 4. Certain •en are crept in turning Grace into Lasciviousnesse; | yet Depart you workers of iniquity. Iude 4. Certain •en Are crept in turning Grace into Lasciviousness; | av vvb pn22 n2 pp-f n1. np1 crd j n2 vbr vvn p-acp vvg n1 p-acp n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4156 | for that is the very form of an Evangelical hypocrite, in denying his own righteousnesse, to establish his sin, 'tis advancing Christ to advance his Lust. | for that is the very from of an Evangelical hypocrite, in denying his own righteousness, to establish his since, it's advancing christ to advance his Lust. | p-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt np1 n1, p-acp vvg po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pn31|vbz vvg np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 121 |
4157 | The Epistles of Iames and Iohn are antidotes against this kind of poyson, and I look on them as lamps hung up to discover these men, not but that these men are indeed under a covenant of Works, | The Epistles of James and John Are antidotes against this kind of poison, and I look on them as lamps hung up to discover these men, not but that these men Are indeed under a Covenant of Works, | dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1 vbr n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 c-acp n2 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi d n2, xx p-acp d d n2 vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 122 |
4158 | for there be but two sorts of men, and two ends of all men, hence but Two Covenants; | for there be but two sorts of men, and two ends of all men, hence but Two Covenants; | c-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp crd n2 pp-f n2, cc crd n2 pp-f d n2, av p-acp crd n2; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 122 |
4159 | hence those that are not indeed under Grace, are under the Law, and under the Curse; | hence those that Are not indeed under Grace, Are under the Law, and under the Curse; | av d cst vbr xx av p-acp n1, vbr p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 122 |
4160 | but because the most subtil hypocrites ap•ear or seem to be under Grace, and their external operations are chiefly Evangelical, | but Because the most subtle Hypocrites ap•ear or seem to be under Grace, and their external operations Are chiefly Evangelical, | cc-acp c-acp dt av-ds j n2 vvb cc vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, cc po32 j n2 vbr av-jn np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 122 |
4161 | hence I call them Evangelical Hypocrites. SECT. II. IN regard of the power of the Word and Gospel of life and spirit in such Churches: | hence I call them Evangelical Hypocrites. SECT. II IN regard of the power of the Word and Gospel of life and Spirit in such Churches: | av pns11 vvb pno32 np1 n2. n1. crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 691 | Page 122 |
4162 | For the Gospel where it comes, as it Advanceth the glorious and everlasting righteousness of christ, | p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz, c-acp pn31 vvz dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 692 | Page 122 | |
4163 | so it knocks under-foot all mans, as a means subserv•ent to that end, and it coming with power and light, it would be too grosse for Hypocrites to maintain life by Works: | so it knocks underfoot all men, as a means subserv•ent to that end, and it coming with power and Light, it would be too gross for Hypocrites to maintain life by Works: | av pn31 vvz av d n2, c-acp dt n2 vvd p-acp d n1, cc pn31 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, pn31 vmd vbi av j c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp vvz: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 692 | Page 122 |
4164 | hence Christs is that which they look unto; | hence Christ is that which they look unto; | av npg1 vbz d r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 692 | Page 122 |
4165 | for Christ when he preached, not only many believed because of his Miracles, but when they heard his Word, Iohn 8. 30. Mat. 13. In the Parable of the Sower, the Word came with much power, that they received it with joy, | for christ when he preached, not only many believed Because of his Miracles, but when they herd his Word, John 8. 30. Mathew 13. In the Parable of the Sour, the Word Come with much power, that they received it with joy, | p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvd, xx av-j d vvn p-acp pp-f po31 n2, p-acp c-crq pns32 vvd po31 n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, dt n1 vvd p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 692 | Page 122 |
4166 | and did believe, but fell by their Lusts. And look as 'tis with the Sun, there comes light and heat with it, so there comes | and did believe, but fell by their Lusts. And look as it's with the Sun, there comes Light and heat with it, so there comes | cc vdd vvi, cc-acp vvd p-acp po32 np1 cc vvb c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, a-acp vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, av a-acp vvz | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 692 | Page 122 |
4167 | 1. Truth to the mind, and conquers the judgements of Hypocrites, that there is no life, good, righteousnesse, | 1. Truth to the mind, and conquers the Judgments of Hypocrites, that there is no life, good, righteousness, | crd n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1, j, n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 693 | Page 122 |
4168 | but in Christ, nor salvation but by Christ. | but in christ, nor salvation but by christ. | cc-acp p-acp np1, ccx n1 cc-acp p-acp np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 693 | Page 122 |
4354 | 'tis in this case as 'tis with a Traytor, he comes to the King for his life, | it's in this case as it's with a Traitor, he comes to the King for his life, | pn31|vbz p-acp d n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 726 | Page 127 |
4169 | 2. There comes some goo•nesse of the Gospel to the heart, that men hearing and seeing Salvation wrapt up there, Oh that is sweet and good! | 2. There comes Some goo•nesse of the Gospel to the heart, that men hearing and seeing Salvation wrapped up there, O that is sweet and good! | crd pc-acp vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst n2 vvg cc vvg n1 vvn a-acp a-acp, uh d vbz j cc j! | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 694 | Page 122 |
4170 | and hence their affections and hearts are in some measure conquered by the power of the overdazeling truth, | and hence their affections and hearts Are in Some measure conquered by the power of the overdazeling truth, | cc av po32 n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 694 | Page 122 |
4171 | and hence Hypocrites being thus conquered, partly being of this opinion, partly tasting some good of it, desire it out of self-love, expect it out of self-delusion, | and hence Hypocrites being thus conquered, partly being of this opinion, partly tasting Some good of it, desire it out of Self-love, expect it out of self-delusion, | cc av n2 vbg av vvn, av vbg pp-f d n1, av vvg d j pp-f pn31, vvb pn31 av pp-f n1, vvb pn31 av pp-f n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 694 | Page 122 |
4172 | and professe themselves Virgins out of these Principles. In regard of power of Evangelical examples in the five wise Virgins: | and profess themselves Virgins out of these Principles. In regard of power of Evangelical Examples in the five wise Virgins: | cc vvi px32 n2 av pp-f d n2. p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f np1 n2 p-acp dt crd j n2: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 694 | Page 122 |
4173 | for look as it's with living men when the Sun shines upon their Heads, they cast their shadows that follow them; | p-acp n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp vvg n2 c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvd po32 n2 cst vvb pno32; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 695 | Page 122 | |
4174 | so when the Lord Jesus shines upon the souls of his own people, almost every honest sincere-hearted man will cast his shadow that will be like him; | so when the Lord jesus shines upon the Souls of his own people, almost every honest sincere-hearted man will cast his shadow that will be like him; | av c-crq dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, av d j j n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 cst vmb vbi av-j pno31; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 695 | Page 122 |
4175 | hence Hypocrites in those Churches which are commonly rather led by example than by rule, will be very like them, and imitate them: | hence Hypocrites in those Churches which Are commonly rather led by Exampl than by Rule, will be very like them, and imitate them: | av n2 p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr av-j av-c vvn p-acp n1 cs p-acp n1, vmb vbi av av-j pno32, cc vvi pno32: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 695 | Page 122 |
4176 | if they should not, what communion could they have with them, or what love could they receive from them? for there is a mighty power in eminent examples to overbear Hypocrites, that if they will turn themselves into any form, they must into theirs, | if they should not, what communion could they have with them, or what love could they receive from them? for there is a mighty power in eminent Examples to overbear Hypocrites, that if they will turn themselves into any from, they must into theirs, | cs pns32 vmd xx, q-crq n1 vmd pns32 vhb p-acp pno32, cc r-crq n1 vmd pns32 vvi p-acp pno32? p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi n2, cst cs pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb p-acp png32, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 695 | Page 122 |
4177 | as in Ioash: for there are two things in the carriage of the Saints. 1. There is a condemning power in it; | as in Joash: for there Are two things in the carriage of the Saints. 1. There is a condemning power in it; | c-acp p-acp n1: p-acp a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. crd pc-acp vbz dt vvg n1 p-acp pn31; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 695 | Page 122 |
4178 | hence men fear to live unlike them. 2. There is a winning vertue in it, an attractive vertue; | hence men Fear to live unlike them. 2. There is a winning virtue in it, an Attractive virtue; | av n2 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j pno32. crd pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31, dt j n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 696 | Page 122 |
4179 | hence men endeavour to be and live like them, to be of the same mind, the same heart with them: | hence men endeavour to be and live like them, to be of the same mind, the same heart with them: | av n2 vvb pc-acp vbi cc vvi av-j pno32, pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1, dt d n1 p-acp pno32: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 697 | Page 122 |
4180 | and hence others take them, and they take themselves to be sincere, and hence they are Evangelical Gospel Hypocrites that lye hid in these Churches: | and hence Others take them, and they take themselves to be sincere, and hence they Are Evangelical Gospel Hypocrites that lie hid in these Churches: | cc av ng2-jn vvb pno32, cc pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vbi j, cc av pns32 vbr np1 n1 n2 cst vvb vvn p-acp d n2: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 697 | Page 122 |
4181 | Hence Zach. 8. 23. Many shall take hold of a Iews skirt (I doubt not but some false ones,) we have heard God is with you. | Hence Zach 8. 23. Many shall take hold of a Iews skirt (I doubt not but Some false ones,) we have herd God is with you. | av np1 crd crd d vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt np2 n1 (pns11 vvb xx p-acp d j pi2,) pns12 vhb vvn np1 vbz p-acp pn22. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 697 | Page 122 |
4182 | And as Christ when lifted up and risen, so Saints draw Hypocrites to them. Because the Gospel brings the greatest and sweetest consolations with it. | And as christ when lifted up and risen, so Saints draw Hypocrites to them. Because the Gospel brings the greatest and Sweetest consolations with it. | cc p-acp np1 c-crq vvd a-acp cc vvn, av n2 vvb n2 p-acp pno32. p-acp dt n1 vvz dt js cc js n2 p-acp pn31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 697 | Page 122 |
4183 | Hence a man under the terror of the Law, and sense of curse for his since, will make his last refuge hither, | av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi po31 ord n1 av, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 122 | |
4184 | and hide himself under the wing of the Gospel, not so much out of love to Christ, | and hide himself under the wing of the Gospel, not so much out of love to christ, | cc vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx av av-d av pp-f n1 p-acp np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 122 |
4185 | or Gospel, but because they serve his turn, and give him ease. | or Gospel, but Because they serve his turn, and give him ease. | cc n1, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvb po31 n1, cc vvb pno31 vvi. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 122 |
4186 | Like men scorched with hea•, and almost ready to die, the shadow of a Tree is now very comfortable, and therefore there they sit; so these: | Like men scorched with hea•, and almost ready to die, the shadow of a Tree is now very comfortable, and Therefore there they fit; so these: | j n2 vvn p-acp n1, cc av j pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av av j, cc av a-acp pns32 vvb; av d: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 122 |
4187 | Or as men with scalded arms, they put them into wate•, which gives them ease, no cure; | Or as men with scalded arms, they put them into wate•, which gives them ease, no cure; | cc c-acp n2 p-acp vvn n2, pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp n1, r-crq vvz pno32 vvi, dx n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4189 | Men have been scalded with wrath, Oh now Gospel is very sweet, and so are e•sed 〈 ◊ 〉 it, never cured by it. | Men have been scalded with wrath, O now Gospel is very sweet, and so Are e•sed 〈 ◊ 〉 it, never cured by it. | n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1, uh av n1 vbz av j, cc av vbr vvn 〈 sy 〉 pn31, av-x vvn p-acp pn31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4190 | Therefore here you shall find them disclaim all Works, and cry up Grace only; | Therefore Here you shall find them disclaim all Works, and cry up Grace only; | av av pn22 vmb vvi pno32 vvi d vvz, cc vvb a-acp n1 av-j; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4191 | where the purest Churches are, there are usually great awakenings, there God is very near men, | where the Purest Churches Are, there Are usually great awakenings, there God is very near men, | c-crq dt js n2 vbr, pc-acp vbr av-j j n2, a-acp np1 vbz av j n2, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4192 | and made most manifest to mens consciences, and there are most soul-plagues, contempt of the Spirit of Grace, | and made most manifest to men's Consciences, and there Are most soul-plagues, contempt of the Spirit of Grace, | cc vvd av-ds j p-acp ng2 n2, cc pc-acp vbr av-ds n2, n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4193 | and hence most dreadful torments of conscience, and fearful lookings for of Judgement. | and hence most dreadful torments of conscience, and fearful lookings for of Judgement. | cc av av-ds j n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2 c-acp pp-f n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4194 | Now hence it comes to passe when Christ is offered, and general notice given to mens minds, that yet there is hope and mercy for great sinners, this fills them with joy and peace, | Now hence it comes to pass when christ is offered, and general notice given to men's minds, that yet there is hope and mercy for great Sinners, this fills them with joy and peace, | av av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vbz vvn, cc j n1 vvn p-acp ng2 n2, cst av a-acp vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2, d vvz pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4195 | as Iohns hearers, Iohn 5. 35. and hence they beleeve as the stony ground that had some plowing, | as Iohns hearers, John 5. 35. and hence they believe as the stony ground that had Some plowing, | c-acp npg1 n2, np1 crd crd cc av pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1 cst vhd d vvg, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4196 | and hence received the Word with joy and believed, Psalm 66. 3. It's a Prophecy of the Kingdom of Christ, Antichrist he tormented the consciences of men, Rev. 9. Men have no peace within or without. | and hence received the Word with joy and believed, Psalm 66. 3. It's a Prophecy of the Kingdom of christ, Antichrist he tormented the Consciences of men, Rev. 9. Men have no peace within or without. | cc av vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 cc vvn, n1 crd crd pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f n2, n1 crd n2 vhb dx n1 a-acp cc p-acp. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4197 | Luther is raised up, and preache•h the Doctrine of Free Grace, which a world of men looking to their ease, others in truth receive it; | Luther is raised up, and preache•h the Doctrine of Free Grace, which a world of men looking to their ease, Others in truth receive it; | np1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp po32 n1, n2-jn p-acp n1 vvi pn31; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4198 | for some time before his death he cries to God that he may not live to see the ruines that were coming on Germany for their contempt. | for Some time before his death he cries to God that he may not live to see the ruins that were coming on Germany for their contempt. | p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst vbdr vvg p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4199 | The Law is the Ministry of Death, the Gospel propounds great priviledges, with much more sweetnesse to sinners, and hence hither men fly. | The Law is the Ministry of Death, the Gospel propounds great privileges, with much more sweetness to Sinners, and hence hither men fly. | dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz j n2, p-acp d dc n1 p-acp n2, cc av av n2 vvb. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 698 | Page 123 |
4200 | 4. Because the Gospel yields the fairest Colours for a mans sloath, |
4. Because the Gospel yields the Fairest Colours for a men sloth, and Strongest props for that. | crd p-acp dt n1 vvz dt js n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc js n2 p-acp d. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4201 | Hence you shall see them w•lking in this garden. For the last sin God conquers in a man is his sloath. | Hence you shall see them w•lking in this garden. For the last since God conquers in a man is his sloth. | av pn22 vmb vvi pno32 vvg p-acp d n1. p-acp dt ord n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 vbz po31 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4202 | When the swine have no s•ill to eat, yet you shall find them in the mire of sloath; | When the Swine have no s•ill to eat, yet you shall find them in the mire of sloth; | c-crq dt n1 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, av pn22 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4203 | this slaies the foolish. Hence the best Hypocrite will plead the Gospel, its troublesom to the flesh, to bear a daily sense of the sins and wants of the soul. | this slays the foolish. Hence the best Hypocrite will plead the Gospel, its troublesome to the Flesh, to bear a daily sense of the Sins and Wants of the soul. | d vvz dt j. av dt js n1 vmb vvi dt n1, pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4204 | Hence you shall have Capernaum receive Christ, and wonder at his Doctrine; | Hence you shall have Capernaum receive christ, and wonder At his Doctrine; | av pn22 vmb vhi np1 vvb np1, cc vvb p-acp po31 n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4205 | and yet Christ upbraids them, they repented not, Mat. 11. 20. Its troublesom, nay impossible for a man to break his chaines and get his soul loosed from his lusts, and free for the Lord. | and yet christ upbraids them, they repented not, Mathew 11. 20. Its troublesome, nay impossible for a man to break his chains and get his soul loosed from his Lustiest, and free for the Lord. | cc av np1 vvz pno32, pns32 vvd xx, np1 crd crd po31 j, uh-x j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc vvi po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc j p-acp dt n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4206 | The Gospel shews all fulness in Christ, & that he must do all, a sloathful false heart there•••e closeth with Christ as the end, | The Gospel shows all fullness in christ, & that he must do all, a slothful false heart there•••e closeth with christ as the end, | dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp np1, cc cst pns31 vmb vdi d, dt j j n1 n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4207 | but neglects him in the means. | but neglects him in the means. | cc-acp vvz pno31 p-acp dt n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4208 | Why? Christ must do all, say they, and hence if Christ do drop upon their hearts, | Why? christ must do all, say they, and hence if christ do drop upon their hearts, | q-crq? np1 vmb vdi d, vvb pns32, cc av cs np1 vdb vvi p-acp po32 n2, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4209 | well and good, if not, 'tis Christs fault, he is a hard Master that gathers where he did not sow, and hence wrap it up. | well and good, if not, it's Christ fault, he is a hard Master that gathers where he did not sow, and hence wrap it up. | av cc j, cs xx, pn31|vbz npg1 n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz c-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi, cc av vvb pn31 a-acp. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4210 | A mans false heart is weary of the yoke of Christ, and hence would fain be eased of it. | A men false heart is weary of the yoke of christ, and hence would fain be eased of it. | dt ng1 j n1 vbz j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vmd av-j vbi vvn pp-f pn31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4211 | Now the Gospel promiseth libe•ty from the bondage and curse of the Law, and a sloathful heart can find out reasons to free himself from the Rule of it, | Now the Gospel promises libe•ty from the bondage and curse of the Law, and a slothful heart can find out Reasons to free himself from the Rule of it, | av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j n1 vmb vvi av n2 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4212 | as part of Christian liberty, this is our Liberty in Christ Iesus, 2 Pet. 2. 19. And they rejoyce exceedingly that the Law is dead, | as part of Christian liberty, this is our Liberty in christ Iesus, 2 Pet. 2. 19. And they rejoice exceedingly that the Law is dead, | c-acp n1 pp-f njp n1, d vbz po12 n1 p-acp np1 np1, crd np1 crd crd cc pns32 vvb av-vvg cst dt n1 vbz j, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4213 | as they did, Rev. 11. 10. for the death of the witnesses, because they tormented them: | as they did, Rev. 11. 10. for the death of the Witnesses, Because they tormented them: | c-acp pns32 vdd, n1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-acp pns32 vvd pno32: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4214 | I say again, they rejoyce not because the Lord makes them like himself, and because of his Image restored by the Gospel, | I say again, they rejoice not Because the Lord makes them like himself, and Because of his Image restored by the Gospel, | pns11 vvb av, pns32 vvb xx c-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 vvi px31, cc c-acp pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4215 | and because they feel the power of it, but because they are free from the power of it. | and Because they feel the power of it, but Because they Are free from the power of it. | cc c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4216 | Its an old deceit, yet subtil, to rejoyce, and love, and blesse Christ, because he will pardon sin, | Its an old deceit, yet subtle, to rejoice, and love, and bless christ, Because he will pardon since, | pn31|vbz dt j n1, av j, pc-acp vvi, cc n1, cc vvb np1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4217 | though I lie and live in them. | though I lie and live in them. | cs pns11 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno32. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4218 | Or if they do not free themselves from it, the Gospel shews the Law within closing with the Law without, to be an evidence the Lord will not impute it, | Or if they do not free themselves from it, the Gospel shows the Law within closing with the Law without, to be an evidence the Lord will not impute it, | cc cs pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 p-acp pn31, dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp, pc-acp vbi dt n1 dt n1 vmb xx vvi pn31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4219 | and that 'tis not therefore they, but sin in them. | and that it's not Therefore they, but since in them. | cc cst pn31|vbz xx av pns32, cc-acp n1 p-acp pno32. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4220 | Hence a sloathful heart will continue in his sloath, and to ease himself of trouble for sin and obedience too, say 'tis not he, but sin. | Hence a slothful heart will continue in his sloth, and to ease himself of trouble for since and Obedience too, say it's not he, but since. | av dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 av, vvb pn31|vbz xx pns31, cc-acp n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4221 | And hence Arminius makes a strange interpretation of Rom. 7. Because he saw German Professours plead that for themselves. | And hence Arminius makes a strange Interpretation of Rom. 7. Because he saw Germane Professors plead that for themselves. | cc av np1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1 crd p-acp pns31 vvd j n2 vvb cst p-acp px32. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4222 | The Israelites entred not into Canaan, unbelief caused it: And why did that shut them out? Oh there were walled Towns and difficulties, | The Israelites entered not into Canaan, unbelief caused it: And why did that shut them out? O there were walled Towns and difficulties, | dt np1 vvd xx p-acp np1, n1 vvd pn31: cc q-crq vdd cst vvd pno32 av? uh a-acp vbdr vvn n2 cc n2, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4223 | and this was the last shock, and hence they fell off; so 'tis in Hypocrites now. | and this was the last shock, and hence they fell off; so it's in Hypocrites now. | cc d vbds dt ord n1, cc av pns32 vvd a-acp; av pn31|vbz p-acp n2 av. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4224 | The safest place to lie asleep is in Christ Lap. | The Safest place to lie asleep is in christ Lap. | dt js n1 pc-acp vvi j vbz p-acp np1 np1 | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 699 | Page 123 |
4225 | 5. From the mighty cunning of Satan, |
5. From the mighty cunning of Satan, the strength of whose Kingdom is made and continued by peace, Lycia 11. 41. Hence he will turn himself into an Angel of Light, and suffer men to go to christ and Gospel, to avoid the search, that they may be Christ in appearance, | crd p-acp dt j n-jn pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f rg-crq n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, av crd crd av pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi npg1 n1 n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 700 | Page 124 |
4226 | and his indeed, 2 Cor. 4. 4. He hath a mighty power over men to blind them: | and his indeed, 2 Cor. 4. 4. He hath a mighty power over men to blind them: | cc po31 av, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno32: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 700 | Page 124 |
4227 | For there be three things which trouble men usually, and make them question their estates, and the Gospel quiets and absolves them from all. | For there be three things which trouble men usually, and make them question their estates, and the Gospel quiets and absolves them from all. | c-acp pc-acp vbi crd n2 r-crq vvb n2 av-j, cc vvi pno32 vvi po32 n2, cc dt n1 vvz cc vvz pno32 p-acp d. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 700 | Page 124 |
4228 | 1. Conscience, that cries dolefully sometimes, these sins shall have these woes. Yes, unlesse I believe; | 1. Conscience, that cries dolefully sometime, these Sins shall have these woes. Yes, unless I believe; | crd n1, cst vvz av-j av, d n2 vmb vhi d n2. uh, cs pns11 vvb; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 701 | Page 124 |
4229 | but I believe, and trust to Christ, and flee to Gods Mercy. | but I believe, and trust to christ, and flee to God's Mercy. | cc-acp pns11 vvb, cc vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 701 | Page 124 |
4230 | 2. Ministry, that cries and searche•h into the deepest windings of mens hearts, that men cannot but see that Christ hath eyes of flaming fire to see through the•. | 2. Ministry, that cries and searche•h into the Deepest windings of men's hearts, that men cannot but see that christ hath eyes of flaming fire to see through the•. | crd n1, cst vvz cc vvz p-acp dt js-jn n2-vvg pp-f ng2 n2, cst n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi cst np1 vhz n2 pp-f j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 702 | Page 124 |
4231 | Now hence men avoid the stroke and power of all Ministry, thus it is with me, | Now hence men avoid the stroke and power of all Ministry, thus it is with me, | av av n2 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, av pn31 vbz p-acp pno11, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 702 | Page 124 |
4232 | thus it is will be with me, but I believe and trust to Christ. And hence men bea• back like Brazen Walls all Blowes. 3. Gods judgment-seat. | thus it is will be with me, but I believe and trust to christ. And hence men bea• back like Brazen Walls all Blows. 3. God's judgment seat. | av pn31 vbz vmb vbi p-acp pno11, cc-acp pns11 vvb cc vvi p-acp np1. cc av n2 n1 av av-j j n2 d vvz. crd npg1 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 702 | Page 124 |
4233 | What though men see you not, yet God seeth. | What though men see you not, yet God sees. | q-crq c-acp n2 vvb pn22 xx, av np1 vvz. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 703 | Page 124 |
4234 | Why, they have sinned they confesse, but Christ hath suffered, they have sinned, but they trust, &c. Micah 3. 11. Is not the Lord among us? Look as it was with Ioab, he runs to the Horns of the Altar, yet there he perisheth, there he would die, there was the last refuge from search and death, so here. SECT. III. | Why, they have sinned they confess, but christ hath suffered, they have sinned, but they trust, etc. micah 3. 11. Is not the Lord among us? Look as it was with Ioab, he runs to the Horns of the Altar, yet there he Perishes, there he would die, there was the last refuge from search and death, so Here. SECT. III. | uh-crq, pns32 vhb vvn pns32 vvb, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn, pns32 vhb vvn, cc-acp pns32 vvb, av np1 crd crd vbz xx dt n1 p-acp pno12? vvb p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av a-acp pns31 vvz, a-acp pns31 vmd vvi, pc-acp vbds dt ord n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av av. n1. np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 703 | Page 124 |
4235 | HEnce do not think your estates good, |
HEnce do not think your estates good, Because you look only for justification by christ, and look only to God's free Grace, and count of Grace in christ. | av vdb xx vvi po22 n2 j, c-acp pn22 vvb av-j p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc vvb av-j p-acp npg1 j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 704 | Page 124 |
4236 | Its a common errour for men to think, being they be of this opinion, only to look for Grace in Christ, to think that therefore their estates are safe, | Its a Common error for men to think, being they be of this opinion, only to look for Grace in christ, to think that Therefore their estates Are safe, | pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, vbg pns32 vbi pp-f d n1, av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi cst av po32 n2 vbr j, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 704 | Page 124 |
4237 | and they are justified by Christ. | and they Are justified by christ. | cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 704 | Page 124 |
4238 | Why there may be such a power of Word and Spirit to conquer their judgments as those Papists that have been pleading against it, have been overcome by it. | Why there may be such a power of Word and Spirit to conquer their Judgments as those Papists that have been pleading against it, have been overcome by it. | c-crq a-acp vmb vbi d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 c-acp d njp2 cst vhb vbn vvg p-acp pn31, vhb vbn vvn p-acp pn31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 704 | Page 124 |
4239 | Thou maist receive the Notions of it thy Head, but the power of it never into thy Heart. | Thou Mayest receive the Notions of it thy Head, but the power of it never into thy Heart. | pns21 vm2 vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31 po21 n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av p-acp po21 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 704 | Page 124 |
4240 | Obj. 1. But my heart hath been affected with this, to see when my sins deserve death; | Object 1. But my heart hath been affected with this, to see when my Sins deserve death; | np1 crd p-acp po11 n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vvi c-crq po11 n2 vvb n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 705 | Page 124 |
4241 | yet there is mercy for the vilest in Christ. Answ. Thou maist tast and joy, and yet fall off at last. | yet there is mercy for the Vilest in christ. Answer Thou Mayest taste and joy, and yet fallen off At last. | av a-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt js p-acp np1. np1 pns21 vm2 vvi cc n1, cc av vvb a-acp p-acp ord. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 705 | Page 124 |
4242 | Obj. 2. But I have Fellowship with the Lord Jesus. | Object 2. But I have Fellowship with the Lord jesus. | np1 crd p-acp pns11 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 707 | Page 124 |
4243 | Answ. Thou maist eat and drink in his presence, and yet be bid Depart, I know you not, a worker of iniquity. | Answer Thou Mayest eat and drink in his presence, and yet be bid Depart, I know you not, a worker of iniquity. | np1 pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc av vbi vvn vvb, pns11 vvb pn22 xx, dt n1 pp-f n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 708 | Page 124 |
4244 | Obj. 3. But I have escaped the pollution of the world, 2 Pet. 2. 20. And that through this knowledge of Christ, his love hath much moved me to part with my sins. | Object 3. But I have escaped the pollution of the world, 2 Pet. 2. 20. And that through this knowledge of christ, his love hath much moved me to part with my Sins. | np1 crd p-acp pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cc cst p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 vhz av-d vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 709 | Page 124 |
4245 | Answ. It may be so, and it may wash thee from all external pollutions, and yet thy swinish nature remain still hidden from thee, | Answer It may be so, and it may wash thee from all external pollutions, and yet thy swinish nature remain still hidden from thee, | np1 pn31 vmb vbi av, cc pn31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp d j n2, cc av po21 j n1 vvi av vvn p-acp pno21, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 710 | Page 124 |
4246 | but seen of an all-seeing God. | but seen of an All-seeing God. | cc-acp vvn pp-f dt j np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 710 | Page 124 |
4247 | Obj. 4. But I look for Christ, and wait for him and desire him, and all that are wise think well of me. | Object 4. But I look for christ, and wait for him and desire him, and all that Are wise think well of me. | np1 crd p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 cc vvi pno31, cc d cst vbr j vvb av pp-f pno11. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 711 | Page 124 |
4248 | Answ. You may do all this, and yet you may be found foolish for all this. | Answer You may do all this, and yet you may be found foolish for all this. | np1 pn22 vmb vdi d d, cc av pn22 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp d d. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 124 |
4355 | and prayes for his Sons sake; | and prays for his Sons sake; | cc vvz p-acp po31 ng1 n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 726 | Page 127 |
4249 | Evangelical work which is accompanied with Salvation in some, it may be Hypocritical in thee: And therefore take heed you do not take shews for substance. | Evangelical work which is accompanied with Salvation in Some, it may be Hypocritical in thee: And Therefore take heed you do not take shows for substance. | np1 n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d, pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno21: cc av vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi vvz p-acp n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 124 |
4250 | For look as in the Gospel Gods utmost perfection of wisdom and love appears, so the most hidden and admirable delusions of Satan are Evangelical. | For look as in the Gospel God's utmost perfection of Wisdom and love appears, so the most hidden and admirable delusions of Satan Are Evangelical. | p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 npg1 j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz, av dt av-ds j-vvn cc j n2 pp-f np1 vbr np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 124 |
4251 | There his power is employed to undermine, and so to keep his head. | There his power is employed to undermine, and so to keep his head. | a-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi po31 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 124 |
4252 | Oh that we could but imagine and set before our eyes the amazing condition of such a man! | O that we could but imagine and Set before our eyes the amazing condition of such a man! | uh cst pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 n2 dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d dt n1! | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 124 |
4253 | whose plagues shall be made wonderfull, that hath been troubled with sin a long time, at last looks to Christ, | whose plagues shall be made wonderful, that hath been troubled with since a long time, At last looks to christ, | rg-crq n2 vmb vbi vvn j, cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1 dt j n1, p-acp ord vvz p-acp np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 124 |
4254 | and there rests, and so hears all Sermons, and there still sleeps, and considers often that his waies are evil, | and there rests, and so hears all Sermons, and there still sleeps, and considers often that his ways Are evil, | cc a-acp vvz, cc av vvz d n2, cc a-acp av vvz, cc vvz av cst po31 n2 vbr j-jn, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 124 |
4255 | but never suspects his Faith to be evil, then he comes to die, and then looks for Christ; | but never suspects his Faith to be evil, then he comes to die, and then looks for christ; | cc-acp av-x vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn, cs pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc av vvz p-acp np1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 124 |
4256 | at last the week or snuff dies, and Sun sets, and darknesse approacheth, and then suddenly slips into Hell, where he sees Christ and Saints afar off: | At last the Week or snuff die, and Sun sets, and darkness Approaches, and then suddenly slips into Hell, where he sees christ and Saints afar off: | p-acp ord dt n1 cc n1 vvz, cc n1 vvz, cc n1 vvz, cc av av-j vvz p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vvz np1 cc np1 av a-acp: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4257 | And what hath deceived them? Oh their Faith hath deceived them, to see Christ shaking them off as dust: | And what hath deceived them? O their Faith hath deceived them, to see christ shaking them off as dust: | cc r-crq vhz vvn pno32? uh po32 n1 vhz vvn pno32, pc-acp vvi np1 vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp n1: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4258 | Oh they wish, Oh that I had known or feared this before! and will you not fear now? as for you prophane ones that can scoff, | O they wish, O that I had known or feared this before! and will you not Fear now? as for you profane ones that can scoff, | uh pns32 vvb, uh cst pns11 vhd vvn cc vvn d a-acp! cc vmb pn22 xx vvi av? c-acp c-acp pn22 j pi2 cst vmb n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4259 | and drink, and break Sabbaths, and live idly, your judgement is writ upon your foreheads: | and drink, and break Sabbaths, and live idly, your judgement is writ upon your foreheads: | cc vvi, cc vvi n2, cc vvi av-j, po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4260 | but Oh take heed you that have escaped these pollutions, lest you deceive your selves here. | but O take heed you that have escaped these pollutions, lest you deceive your selves Here. | cc-acp uh vvb n1 pn22 cst vhb vvn d n2, cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 av. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4261 | To shew you that deceit particularly, it's not my time yet, but go alone and think sadly of it, I may look for justification by Christ, | To show you that deceit particularly, it's not my time yet, but go alone and think sadly of it, I may look for justification by christ, | p-acp vvi pn22 d n1 av-j, pn31|vbz xx po11 n1 av, cc-acp vvb av-j cc vvb av-j pp-f pn31, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4262 | and wait for Christ, and yet perish. | and wait for christ, and yet perish. | cc vvi p-acp np1, cc av vvb. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4263 | Oh let me be sure I get such a Faith as will not deceive me here: | O let me be sure I get such a Faith as will not deceive me Here: | uh vvb pno11 vbi j pns11 vvb d dt n1 c-acp vmb xx vvi pno11 av: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4264 | Should not a man you will say trust to Christ? yes when you can in truth; | Should not a man you will say trust to christ? yes when you can in truth; | vmd xx dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1? uh c-crq pn22 vmb p-acp n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4265 | but thy Trust may be but Presumption. | but thy Trust may be but Presumption. | cc-acp po21 n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 712 | Page 125 |
4266 | II. Take not up therefore every Opinion and Doctrine from men, |
II Take not up Therefore every Opinion and Doctrine from men, or Angel that bears a fair show of advancing christ, | crd vvb xx a-acp av d n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, cc n1 cst vvz dt j n1 pp-f vvg np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4267 | for they may be but the fruits of Evangelical Hypocrisie and deceit, that being deceived themselves, may deceive others too, Mat. 7. 15. Beware of them that come in Sheeps clothing, in the innocency, purity, | for they may be but the fruits of Evangelical Hypocrisy and deceit, that being deceived themselves, may deceive Others too, Mathew 7. 15. Beware of them that come in Sheep clothing, in the innocency, purity, | c-acp pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 n1 cc n1, cst vbg vvn px32, vmb vvi n2-jn av, np1 crd crd vvb pp-f pno32 cst vvb p-acp n2 vvg, p-acp dt n1, n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4268 | and meeknesse of Christ and his people, but inwardly are Wolves, proud, cruel, sensorious, speaking evil of what they know not; | and meekness of christ and his people, but inwardly Are Wolves, proud, cruel, censorious, speaking evil of what they know not; | cc n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, p-acp av-j vbr n2, j, j, j, vvg j-jn pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb xx; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4269 | by their fruits you shall know them. | by their fruits you shall know them. | p-acp po32 n2 pn22 vmb vvi pno32. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4290 | For as Divines say of Christ, he was forsaken in Soul, because man had sinned with his Soul: | For as Divines say of christ, he was forsaken in Soul, Because man had sinned with his Soul: | p-acp p-acp n2-jn vvb pp-f np1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, c-acp n1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 717 | Page 125 |
4270 | Do not think Beloved that Satan will not seek to send delusions among us, and do you think these delusions will come out of the Popish pack, whose inventions s•el above ground here? No, he must come, | Do not think beloved that Satan will not seek to send delusions among us, and do you think these delusions will come out of the Popish pack, whose Inventions s•el above ground Here? No, he must come, | vdb xx vvi vvn cst np1 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno12, cc vdb pn22 vvi d n2 vmb vvi av pp-f dt j n1, rg-crq n2 vvb p-acp n1 av? uh-dx, pns31 vmb vvi, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4271 | and will come with more Evangelical fine-spun devices. | and will come with more Evangelical finespun devices. | cc vmb vvi p-acp av-dc np1 j n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4272 | It's a rule observed among Jesuites at this day, If they would conquer Religion by subtilty, never oppose Religion with a crosse Religion, | It's a Rule observed among Jesuits At this day, If they would conquer Religion by subtlety, never oppose Religion with a cross Religion, | pn31|vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp np2 p-acp d n1, cs pns32 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n1, av-x vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4273 | but set it against it self; so oppose the Gospel by the Gospel: and look as Churches ple•ding for Works had new invented devised Works; | but Set it against it self; so oppose the Gospel by the Gospel: and look as Churches ple•ding for Works had new invented devised Works; | cc-acp vvd pn31 p-acp pn31 n1; av vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1: cc vvb p-acp n2 vvg p-acp vvz vhn av-j vvn vvn vvz; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4274 | so when Faith is preached, men will have their n•w inventions of Faith; | so when Faith is preached, men will have their n•w Inventions of Faith; | av c-crq n1 vbz vvn, n2 vmb vhi po32 j n2 pp-f n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4275 | I speak not this against the Doctrine of Faith where 'tis preached, but am glad of it, | I speak not this against the Doctrine of Faith where it's preached, but am glad of it, | pns11 vvb xx d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, cc-acp vbm j pp-f pn31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4276 | nor that I would have men content themselves with every form of Faith; | nor that I would have men content themselves with every from of Faith; | ccx cst pns11 vmd vhi n2 vvi px32 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4277 | for I beleeve that most mens Faith needs confirming or trying, but I speak to prevent danger on that hand. | for I believe that most men's Faith needs confirming or trying, but I speak to prevent danger on that hand. | c-acp pns11 vvb cst av-ds ng2 n1 av vvg cc vvg, cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4278 | For it was that which Christ did fore-tell, Mat. 24. 24. Many false christs should arise, i. e. | For it was that which christ did foretell, Mathew 24. 24. Many false Christ's should arise, i. e. | p-acp pn31 vbds d r-crq np1 vdd vvb, np1 crd crd d j n2 vmd vvi, uh. sy. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4279 | such as should misapply Christ, that had a spirit for Christ, which was a spirit against Christ, | such as should misapply christ, that had a Spirit for christ, which was a Spirit against christ, | d c-acp vmd vvb np1, cst vhd dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 p-acp np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4280 | and would deceive if it were possible the very Elect; | and would deceive if it were possible the very Elect; | cc vmd vvi cs pn31 vbdr j dt j n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4281 | for coming with Christs Spirit, they dare not oppose them, lest they oppose the Spirit of Christ; | for coming with Christ Spirit, they Dare not oppose them, lest they oppose the Spirit of christ; | p-acp vvg p-acp npg1 n1, pns32 vvb xx vvi pno32, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4282 | the only remedy is to hold to Christs Word, and not to depart one hairs bredth from it, Rev. 3. 10. and to a Word well understood, and then dispute no more. | the only remedy is to hold to Christ Word, and not to depart one hairs breadth from it, Rev. 3. 10. and to a Word well understood, and then dispute no more. | dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi crd n2 n1 p-acp pn31, n1 crd crd cc p-acp dt n1 av vvd, cc av vvb av-dx av-dc. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4283 | Satan comes to Eve, and bids her eat, no, God forbid, yet eat to be like gods; | Satan comes to Eve, and bids her eat, no, God forbid, yet eat to be like God's; | np1 vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz pno31 vvi, uh-dx, np1 vvb, av vvb pc-acp vbi j n2; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4284 | He dazeled her eyes with that which was not: now she fell. Take the truth from what the Word saith, and depart not from it. III. Here see the dreadful estate of all them that be found false-hearted in the purest Churches, |
He dazzled her eyes with that which was not: now she fell. Take the truth from what the Word Says, and depart not from it. III. Here see the dreadful estate of all them that be found False-hearted in the Purest Churches, and that in these three respects. | pns31 vvn po31 n2 p-acp d r-crq vbds xx: av pns31 vvd. vvb dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vvb xx p-acp pn31. np1. av vvb dt j n1 pp-f d pno32 cst vbb vvn j p-acp dt js n2, cc cst p-acp d crd n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 713 | Page 125 |
4285 | First, That they should so horribly forsake and blaspheme the Name of God, to make the glorious Gospel of God, | First, That they should so horribly forsake and Blaspheme the Name of God, to make the glorious Gospel of God, | ord, cst pns32 vmd av av-j vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 715 | Page 125 |
4286 | and all the sweet Doctrines of Grace a cover for their hypocri••e and sin, as indeed it is, | and all the sweet Doctrines of Grace a cover for their hypocri••e and since, as indeed it is, | cc d dt j n2 pp-f n1 dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, c-acp av pn31 vbz, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 715 | Page 125 |
4287 | for were it not for this, they might be found out in their sins, but now they are beyond the discovery of all men, or means. | for were it not for this, they might be found out in their Sins, but now they Are beyond the discovery of all men, or means. | c-acp vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d, pns32 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp av pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 715 | Page 125 |
4288 | Secondly, That they should be so lamentably forsaken of God, as to be left, | Secondly, That they should be so lamentably forsaken of God, as to be left, | ord, cst pns32 vmd vbi av av-j vvn pp-f np1, c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 716 | Page 125 |
4289 | 1. To the most subtil and spiritual Hypocrisie in the world, which being most crosse to God, shall receive most fierce and searching wrath. | 1. To the most subtle and spiritual Hypocrisy in the world, which being most cross to God, shall receive most fierce and searching wrath. | crd p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbg av-ds j p-acp np1, vmb vvi av-ds j cc j-vvg n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 717 | Page 125 |
4375 | and hence it comes to passe, | and hence it comes to pass, | cc av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 730 | Page 128 |
4291 | so Gods wrath will •earch deep in their hearts, whose hearts have guilefully departed from the Lord. | so God's wrath will •earch deep in their hearts, whose hearts have guilefully departed from the Lord. | av npg1 n1 vmb vvi j-jn p-acp po32 n2, rg-crq n2 vhb av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 717 | Page 125 |
4292 | 2. That he should lead them so far, and yet in the main forsake them; | 2. That he should led them so Far, and yet in the main forsake them; | crd cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 av av-j, cc av p-acp dt n1 vvb pno32; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 718 | Page 125 |
4293 | Oh this is heavy wrath, for a man to be lead in the day-light of the Gospel, almost to the end of his journey, | O this is heavy wrath, for a man to be led in the daylight of the Gospel, almost to the end of his journey, | uh d vbz j n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 718 | Page 125 |
4294 | and at last the Sun sets, and he left to wilder. Thirdly, In regard of the cries of the very Gospel it self against them. | and At last the Sun sets, and he left to wilder. Thirdly, In regard of the cries of the very Gospel it self against them. | cc p-acp ord dt n1 vvz, cc pns31 vvd p-acp jc. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pn31 n1 p-acp pno32. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 718 | Page 125 |
4295 | Oh that the precious Gospel of God coming with so much Peace, Love, Grace, mercy, should win them to be Hypocrites, but never to be Friends. | O that the precious Gospel of God coming with so much Peace, Love, Grace, mercy, should win them to be Hypocrites, but never to be Friends. | uh cst dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp av d n1, n1, n1, n1, vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi n2, cc-acp av-x pc-acp vbi n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4296 | Beloved as there is vengeance of the Law, and of the Temple, so there is vengeance of the Gospel when the soul shall be drawn before the Tribunal of Christ, | beloved as there is vengeance of the Law, and of the Temple, so there is vengeance of the Gospel when the soul shall be drawn before the Tribunal of christ, | j-vvn c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1, av pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4297 | and shall stand there quaking, all sins set in order before you, and your mouth shall be stopt. | and shall stand there quaking, all Sins Set in order before you, and your Mouth shall be stopped. | cc vmb vvi a-acp vvg, d n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn22, cc po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4298 | What say you then for your life? Oh Grace and mercy Lord, Oh now shall the Gospel come forth and say, all this I did, I spake, I strove, I comforted, I terrified, | What say you then for your life? O Grace and mercy Lord, O now shall the Gospel come forth and say, all this I did, I spoke, I strove, I comforted, I terrified, | q-crq vvb pn22 av p-acp po22 n1? uh n1 cc n1 n1, uh av vmb dt n1 vvb av cc vvi, d d pns11 vdd, pns11 vvd, pns11 vvd, pns11 vvd, pns11 vvd, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4299 | and yet he hath opposed the Lord, and me, he hath made a cover for all these evils, | and yet he hath opposed the Lord, and me, he hath made a cover for all these evils, | cc av pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, cc pno11, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp d d n2-jn, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4300 | and therefore Lord let him never be comforted more, Iohn 3. 19. Oh Christ hath heavy things against these Times, that take light of the Gospel to see to commit their sin by! | and Therefore Lord let him never be comforted more, John 3. 19. O christ hath heavy things against these Times, that take Light of the Gospel to see to commit their since by! | cc av n1 vvb pno31 av-x vbi vvn av-dc, np1 crd crd uh np1 vhz j n2 p-acp d n2, cst vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp! | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4301 | And therefore lament your present estates you that know your selves naught, never yet drawn to Christ, never yet humbled at the feet of Christ, | And Therefore lament your present estates you that know your selves nought, never yet drawn to christ, never yet humbled At the feet of christ, | cc av vvb po22 j n2 pn22 cst vvb po22 n2 pix, av-x av vvn p-acp np1, av-x av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4302 | and look up to the Lord what-ever misery he inflicts, not to suffer thee to be deceived here; | and look up to the Lord whatever misery he inflicts, not to suffer thee to be deceived Here; | cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 j n1 pns31 vvz, xx pc-acp vvi pno21 pc-acp vbi vvn av; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4303 | not only to have such a Faith as may catch hold on Christ, but he on thee, | not only to have such a Faith as may catch hold on christ, but he on thee, | xx av-j pc-acp vhi d dt n1 c-acp vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp pns31 p-acp pno21, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4304 | and come unto the light to manifest the hidden enmity there. | and come unto the Light to manifest the hidden enmity there. | cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 a-acp. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4305 | Never was yet man deceived, but he that was willing to be deceived, that would not use the means, and search. SECT. IV. | Never was yet man deceived, but he that was willing to be deceived, that would not use the means, and search. SECT. IV. | av-x vbds av n1 vvn, cc-acp pns31 cst vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vmd xx vvi dt n2, cc n1. n1. np1 | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 719 | Page 126 |
4306 | ALL you therefore that live under the light of the Gospel, |
ALL you Therefore that live under the Light of the Gospel, Consider if it does not nearly concern you to search and try your selves whither you, | av-d pn22 av cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb cs pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po22 n2 cs pn22, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 720 | Page 126 |
4307 | or some of you may not be Evangelical Hypocrites; | or Some of you may not be Evangelical Hypocrites; | cc d pp-f pn22 vmb xx vbi np1 n2; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 720 | Page 126 |
4308 | the time is coming that you shall stand before the Tribunal of God, wherein the hidden things of darknesse shall be brought forth to light, | the time is coming that you shall stand before the Tribunal of God, wherein the hidden things of darkness shall be brought forth to Light, | dt n1 vbz vvg cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 720 | Page 126 |
4309 | and it will be too late to know your selves then: Oh therefore search now. No mans misery will be so great as this, if your heart be found false. | and it will be too late to know your selves then: O Therefore search now. No men misery will be so great as this, if your heart be found false. | cc pn31 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av: uh av vvb av. uh-dx ng1 n1 vmb vbi av j c-acp d, cs po22 n1 vbi vvn j. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 720 | Page 126 |
4310 | I shall speak in a manner but generally now. | I shall speak in a manner but generally now. | pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc-acp av-j av. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 720 | Page 126 |
4311 | 1. Those that do believe, |
1. Those that do believe, and yet fail in respect of the efficient cause of Faith, it never had the right maker, never Come out of the right shop, | crd d cst vdb vvi, cc av vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 av-x vhd dt j-jn n1, av-x vvd av pp-f dt j-jn n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4312 | nor mint, it was never a Faith of Gods making, but a faith of your own making, | nor mint, it was never a Faith of God's making, but a faith of your own making, | ccx n1, pn31 vbds av-x dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 d vvg, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4313 | so that it's a base bastard Faith, that though it be born in the House, it shall never possesse the inheritance, | so that it's a base bastard Faith, that though it be born in the House, it shall never possess the inheritance, | av cst pn31|vbz dt j n1 n1, cst cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb av-x vvi dt n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4314 | because it was never begotten of the right Father, the Lord never wrought it, but themselves, | Because it was never begotten of the right Father, the Lord never wrought it, but themselves, | c-acp pn31 vbds av-x vvn pp-f dt j-jn n1, dt n1 av-x vvd pn31, cc-acp px32, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4315 | for many a man is convinced by the Law, and spirit of bondage that he must die, | for many a man is convinced by the Law, and Spirit of bondage that he must die, | p-acp d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4316 | and that he is a most grievous sinner, and that when he hath done all he is unprofitable, | and that he is a most grievous sinner, and that when he hath done all he is unprofitable, | cc cst pns31 vbz dt av-ds j n1, cc cst c-crq pns31 vhz vdn d pns31 vbz j, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4317 | but yet he trusts to Christ, and Gods mercy, and so believes, he finds no great difficulty in this, | but yet he trusts to christ, and God's mercy, and so believes, he finds no great difficulty in this, | cc-acp av pns31 vvz p-acp np1, cc ng1 n1, cc av vvz, pns31 vvz dx j n1 p-acp d, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4318 | nor no great need of the Almighty power of the Lord to work this, and all men living shall never make him think but that he doth heartily and truly beleeve: | nor no great need of the Almighty power of the Lord to work this, and all men living shall never make him think but that he does heartily and truly believe: | ccx dx j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi d, cc d n2 vvg vmb av-x vvi pno31 vvi cc-acp cst pns31 vdz av-j cc av-j vvi: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4319 | but ask him, have you no doubt of your estate? and of Christs not taking hold of you when you take hold of him? Yes, | but ask him, have you no doubt of your estate? and of Christ not taking hold of you when you take hold of him? Yes, | cc-acp vvb pno31, vhb pn22 dx n1 pp-f po22 n1? cc pp-f npg1 xx vvg vvb pp-f pn22 c-crq pn22 vvb n1 pp-f pno31? uh, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4320 | but seeing he hath been troubled about his estate, and repented of his sin (in his fashion) and reformed himself and Family, | but seeing he hath been troubled about his estate, and repented of his since (in his fashion) and reformed himself and Family, | cc-acp vvg pns31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd pp-f po31 n1 (p-acp po31 n1) cc vvd px31 cc n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4321 | and loves the best things, he believes without question, and so misapplies promises to himself, never feeling a need of the revelation and donation of Jesus to him by the Father; | and loves the best things, he believes without question, and so misapplies promises to himself, never feeling a need of the Revelation and donation of jesus to him by the Father; | cc vvz dt js n2, pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc av vvz n2 p-acp px31, av-x vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4322 | and thus the Lord finds this man a Christ, and this man finds the Lord a Faith, | and thus the Lord finds this man a christ, and this man finds the Lord a Faith, | cc av dt n1 vvz d n1 dt np1, cc d n1 vvz dt n1 dt n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4323 | and the Lord Jesus redeems this man by price, and this man redeems himself by power, | and the Lord jesus redeems this man by price, and this man redeems himself by power, | cc dt n1 np1 vvz d n1 p-acp n1, cc d n1 vvz px31 p-acp n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4324 | and so the Father shall have some Glory for providing a Saviour, Christ shall have some Glory for paying a price, | and so the Father shall have Some Glory for providing a Saviour, christ shall have Some Glory for paying a price, | cc av dt n1 vmb vhi d n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, np1 vmb vhi d n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4325 | and the Spirit of Christ which only can draw to Christ, shall lose his Glory, and so this man may take it to himself. | and the Spirit of christ which only can draw to christ, shall loose his Glory, and so this man may take it to himself. | cc dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq av-j vmb vvi p-acp np1, vmb vvi po31 n1, cc av d n1 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp px31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4326 | And is this good think you? Col. 2. 12. Risen with Christ through Faith of the operation of God, 1 Pet. 1. 3. The same power that raised Christ from the dead, must raise you to a lively hope. | And is this good think you? Col. 2. 12. Risen with christ through Faith of the operation of God, 1 Pet. 1. 3. The same power that raised christ from the dead, must raise you to a lively hope. | cc vbz d j vvb pn22? np1 crd crd vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd dt d n1 cst vvd np1 p-acp dt j, vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt j n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4327 | Mat. 22. 1, 2, 3. One man came from his hedges and High-wayes to the Feast of the Promise, | Mathew 22. 1, 2, 3. One man Come from his hedges and Highways to the Feast of the Promise, | np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd n1 vvd p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4328 | and Ordinances of the Gospel, till the Lord saw him without Christ; | and Ordinances of the Gospel, till the Lord saw him without christ; | cc n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp np1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 126 |
4329 | but Iohn 6. 64, 65. Unlesse the Father reveals Christs face, the Father perswades thee of Christs love, you can never come to Christ, men know not thy Hypocrisie, thou dost not, | but John 6. 64, 65. Unless the Father reveals Christ face, the Father persuades thee of Christ love, you can never come to christ, men know not thy Hypocrisy, thou dost not, | cc-acp np1 crd crd, crd cs dt n1 vvz npg1 n1, dt n1 vvz pno21 pp-f npg1 n1, pn22 vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1, n2 vvb xx po21 n1, pns21 vd2 xx, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 127 |
4330 | but Jesus doth, and what good will thy Faith do thee then? It was a sweet speech of Christ, Thy Faith hath saved thee. | but jesus does, and what good will thy Faith do thee then? It was a sweet speech of christ, Thy Faith hath saved thee. | cc-acp np1 vdz, cc r-crq j vmb po21 n1 vdb pno21 av? pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 127 |
4331 | Oh heavy when it shall be said, thy Faith hath damned thee, that which I thought to be the way of life, is the way of death; | O heavy when it shall be said, thy Faith hath damned thee, that which I Thought to be the Way of life, is the Way of death; | uh j c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn, po21 n1 vhz vvn pno21, cst r-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 127 |
4332 | truly so it will if you do not fetch it out of Heaven. | truly so it will if you do not fetch it out of Heaven. | av-j av pn31 vmb cs pn22 vdb xx vvi pn31 av pp-f n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 721 | Page 127 |
4333 | II. Those that do believe, |
II Those that do believe, but they fail in the Object, i. e. they close with christ, | crd d d vdb vvi, p-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, sy. sy. pns32 vvb p-acp np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 722 | Page 127 |
4334 | but they know not who he is: | but they know not who he is: | cc-acp pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns31 vbz: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 722 | Page 127 |
4335 | that as the Woman of Samaria that had some lookings to the Messiah, she did worship whom she knew not: | that as the Woman of Samaria that had Some lookings to the Messiah, she did worship whom she knew not: | cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vhd d n2 p-acp dt np1, pns31 vdd vvi r-crq pns31 vvd xx: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 722 | Page 127 |
4336 | so men beleeve in one whom they know not, only have heard the fame of. | so men believe in one whom they know not, only have herd the fame of. | av n2 vvb p-acp pi ro-crq pns32 vvb xx, av-j vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 722 | Page 127 |
4337 | For there are two things in the Gospel. 1. The outward words and letters. 2. The things contained in those words: | For there Are two things in the Gospel. 1. The outward words and letters. 2. The things contained in those words: | p-acp a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp dt n1. crd dt j n2 cc n2. crd dt n2 vvn p-acp d n2: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 722 | Page 127 |
4338 | Hence there is a double knowledg of Christ. | Hence there is a double knowledge of christ. | av pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 722 | Page 127 |
4339 | 1. A fantacy knowledg, as a man that hears of any thing absent, presently fancies the thing in his head. | 1. A fantasy knowledge, as a man that hears of any thing absent, presently fancies the thing in his head. | crd dt n1 n1, c-acp dt n1 cst vvz pp-f d n1 j, av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 723 | Page 127 |
4340 | 2. There is an intuitive know〈 ◊ 〉 hereby the soul doth not only see words and fancies, but beholds the things themselves: | 2. There is an intuitive know〈 ◊ 〉 hereby the soul does not only see words and fancies, but beholds the things themselves: | crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1 sy 〉 av dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi n2 cc n2, cc-acp vvz dt n2 px32: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4341 | Hence it comes to passe that many a man hearing the Fame, and receiving the fancy of Christ, beleeves in him, | Hence it comes to pass that many a man hearing the Fame, and receiving the fancy of christ, believes in him, | av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst d dt n1 vvg dt n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp pno31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4342 | but not seeing him indeed as he is, therein he beleeves in one whom he knows not: | but not seeing him indeed as he is, therein he believes in one whom he knows not: | cc-acp xx vvg pno31 av c-acp pns31 vbz, av pns31 vvz p-acp pi ro-crq pns31 vvz xx: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4343 | and hence the Lord Jesus may be a hid thing to many a man, and the Gospel a sealed Book, | and hence the Lord jesus may be a hid thing to many a man, and the Gospel a sealed Book, | cc av dt n1 np1 vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc dt n1 dt j-vvn n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4344 | though he lives and remains in the very light of the Sun, and that all his daies: | though he lives and remains in the very Light of the Sun, and that all his days: | cs pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst d po31 n2: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4345 | Hence Christ laments Ierusalem, Oh that thou hadst known, but now hid, hid; and yet Christ Preacht. | Hence christ laments Ierusalem, O that thou Hadst known, but now hid, hid; and yet christ Preached. | av np1 vvz np1, uh cst pns21 vhd2 vvn, cc-acp av vvn, vvn; cc av np1 vvn. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4346 | Yes, Deut. 29. 4. You have heard and seen, and yet the Lord hath not given a heart to see to this day; | Yes, Deuteronomy 29. 4. You have herd and seen, and yet the Lord hath not given a heart to see to this day; | uh, np1 crd crd pn22 vhb vvn cc vvn, cc av dt n1 vhz xx vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4347 | So 'tis with many a soul, you have heard with your ears the great things of the Kingdom of God, | So it's with many a soul, you have herd with your ears the great things of the Kingdom of God, | av pn31|vbz p-acp d dt n1, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp po22 n2 dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4348 | yet the Lord hath not given you eyes to see: | yet the Lord hath not given you eyes to see: | av dt n1 vhz xx vvn pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4349 | you have seen deliverances on Sea, yet the Lord hath not given you hearts to understand: | you have seen Deliverances on Sea, yet the Lord hath not given you hearts to understand: | pn22 vhb vvn n2 p-acp n1, av dt n1 vhz xx vvn pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4350 | and if so, all your Faith is naught, and profession and affection vile, and estates miserable, 2 Cor. 3. 18. All we with open face, &c. | and if so, all your Faith is nought, and profession and affection vile, and estates miserable, 2 Cor. 3. 18. All we with open face, etc. | cc cs av, d po22 n1 vbz pix, cc n1 cc n1 j, cc n2 j, crd np1 crd crd d pns12 p-acp j n1, av | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 724 | Page 127 |
4351 | But many see it not so. | But many see it not so. | p-acp d vvb pn31 xx av. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 725 | Page 127 |
4352 | I confesse some may see more darkly, |
I confess Some may see more darkly, and be mourning under it, ye• he that does not in part, he to whom it is hid, 2 Cor. 4. 3, 4. is one of them that be lost, whose eyes Satan hath blinded, John 6. 45. He that hath herd and learned of the Father: | pns11 vvb d vmb vvi av-dc av-j, cc vbi vvg p-acp pn31, n1 pns31 cst vdz xx p-acp n1, pns31 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd crd, crd vbz crd pp-f pno32 cst vbb vvn, rg-crq n2 np1 vhz vvn, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 726 | Page 127 |
4353 | Many hear, but never learn of the Father; hence never come truly unto Christ; | Many hear, but never Learn of the Father; hence never come truly unto christ; | d vvb, cc-acp av-x vvb pp-f dt n1; av av-x vvb av-j p-acp np1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 726 | Page 127 |
4356 | the King sends for him, and saith, here is one that beggs for your sake, do you know him? For my sake! | the King sends for him, and Says, Here is one that begs for your sake, do you know him? For my sake! | dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc vvz, av vbz pi cst vvz p-acp po22 n1, vdb pn22 vvi pno31? p-acp po11 n1! | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 726 | Page 127 |
4357 | I wonder on what acquaintance, he is a stranger to me, and therefore I regard him not. So here. III. | I wonder on what acquaintance, he is a stranger to me, and Therefore I regard him not. So Here. III. | pns11 vvb p-acp r-crq n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno11, cc av pns11 vvb pno31 xx. av av. np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 726 | Page 127 |
4358 | Those that have some kind of sight of the Object, |
Those that have Some kind of sighed of the Object, and see christ, but there is a wound in the Subject, | d cst vhb d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi np1, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 727 | Page 127 |
4359 | because their Faith ariseth and springs out of an ill soyl, it's in such a party that never was yet throughly rent from his sin, | Because their Faith arises and springs out of an ill soil, it's in such a party that never was yet thoroughly rend from his since, | c-acp po32 n1 vvz cc vvz av pp-f dt j-jn n1, pn31|vbz p-acp d dt n1 cst av-x vbds av av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 727 | Page 127 |
4360 | and here is the great wound of the most cunning Hypocrites living: for there are two things in him, | and Here is the great wound of the most cunning Hypocrites living: for there Are two things in him, | cc av vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt av-ds j-jn n2 vvg: c-acp a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp pno31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 727 | Page 127 |
4361 | 1. A carnal heart, which cannot be satisfied with a spiritual good with Christ; hence he must have his Lust. | 1. A carnal heart, which cannot be satisfied with a spiritual good with christ; hence he must have his Lust. | crd dt j n1, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt j j p-acp np1; av pns31 vmb vhi po31 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 728 | Page 127 |
4362 | 2. A convinced conscience, which cannot be quieted without Christ and mercy; hence men close with Christ, and their Lusts too. | 2. A convinced conscience, which cannot be quieted without christ and mercy; hence men close with christ, and their Lustiest too. | crd dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn p-acp np1 cc n1; av n2 av-j p-acp np1, cc po32 n2 av. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 127 |
4363 | Look as it was with the stony ground, and thorny soyl, they beleeved, but had a stone at bottom, but 〈 ◊ 〉 of bitterness, &c. These men can sometime plead acquaintance with Christ, Luke 13. 26, 27. yet workers of iniquity, 2 Pet. 2. 19, 20. Some had escaped the pollution of the world, that you may do, | Look as it was with the stony ground, and thorny soil, they believed, but had a stone At bottom, but 〈 ◊ 〉 of bitterness, etc. These men can sometime plead acquaintance with christ, Lycia 13. 26, 27. yet workers of iniquity, 2 Pet. 2. 19, 20. some had escaped the pollution of the world, that you may do, | n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1, pns32 vvd, cc-acp vhd dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp 〈 sy 〉 pp-f n1, av d n2 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp np1, av crd crd, crd av n2 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd d vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pn22 vmb vdi, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 127 |
4364 | but a swinish nature lasts, that they never selt, or grew not in the feeling of it, and loosening from it: | but a swinish nature lasts, that they never selt, or grew not in the feeling of it, and loosening from it: | cc-acp dt j n1 vvz, cst pns32 av-x vvd, cc vvd xx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, cc vvg p-acp pn31: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 127 |
4365 | as with Apricocktrees rooted in the earth, but leaning on the wal•; so they on Christ. | as with Apricocktrees rooted in the earth, but leaning on the wal•; so they on christ. | c-acp p-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; av pns32 p-acp np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 127 |
4366 | Oh consider of this, let a man be cast down as low as Hell by sorrow, | O Consider of this, let a man be cast down as low as Hell by sorrow, | uh vvb pp-f d, vvb dt n1 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j c-acp n1 p-acp n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 127 |
4367 | and lye under your chains, quaking in apprehension of terrour to come, let a man then be raised up to Heaven in joy, not able to live; | and lie under your chains, quaking in apprehension of terror to come, let a man then be raised up to Heaven in joy, not able to live; | cc vvi p-acp po22 n2, vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb dt n1 av vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, xx j pc-acp vvi; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 128 |
4368 | let a man reform and shine like an earthly Angel, yet if not rent from Lust, that either you did never see it, | let a man reform and shine like an earthly Angel, yet if not rend from Lust, that either you did never see it, | vvb dt n1 vvi cc vvi av-j dt j n1, av cs xx vvn p-acp n1, cst av-d pn22 vdd av-x vvi pn31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 128 |
4369 | or if so, you have not followed the Lord to remove it, but proud, dogged, wordly, sluggish still, false in your dealings, cunning in your tradings, Devils in your Families, Images in your Churches: | or if so, you have not followed the Lord to remove it, but proud, dogged, wordly, sluggish still, false in your dealings, cunning in your tradings, Devils in your Families, Images in your Churches: | cc cs av, pn22 vhb xx vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp j, j, j, j av, j p-acp po22 n2-vvg, j-jn p-acp po22 n2-vvg, n2 p-acp po22 n2, n2 p-acp po22 n2: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 128 |
4370 | you are objects of pitty now, and shall be of terror at the great day, | you Are objects of pity now, and shall be of terror At the great day, | pn22 vbr n2 pp-f n1 av, cc vmb vbi pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 128 |
4371 | for where sin remains in power, it will bring Faith, and Christ, and joy into bondage and service of it self. | for where since remains in power, it will bring Faith, and christ, and joy into bondage and service of it self. | c-acp q-crq n1 vvz p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vvi n1, cc np1, cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 729 | Page 128 |
4372 | IV. Those that beleeve, |
IV. Those that believe, yet fail of Saving Faith in regard of the very act of believing and closing with christ, viz. they close with christ, | np1 d cst vvb, av vvi pp-f vvg n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp np1, n1 pns32 av-j p-acp np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 730 | Page 128 |
4373 | but 'tis without a high esteem of him, or love to him, they have some, | but it's without a high esteem of him, or love to him, they have Some, | cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31, pns32 vhb d, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 730 | Page 128 |
4374 | but right Grace consists in a kind of summity, or excellency, else 'tis not right, 1 Pet. 2. 5. To you that beleeve he is precious, | but right Grace consists in a kind of summity, or excellency, Else it's not right, 1 Pet. 2. 5. To you that believe he is precious, | cc-acp j-jn n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, av pn31|vbz xx j-jn, crd np1 crd crd p-acp pn22 cst vvb pns31 vbz j, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 730 | Page 128 |
4376 | 1. That some never come to find or enj•• •hrist, because they will not come off to the price of him, to sell themselves 〈 … 〉 for him. | 1. That Some never come to find or enj•• •hrist, Because they will not come off to the price of him, to fell themselves 〈 … 〉 for him. | crd cst d av-x vvn pc-acp vvi cc n1 n1, c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, pc-acp vvi px32 〈 … 〉 c-acp pno31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 731 | Page 128 |
4377 | 2. Some sell him away again in time of Temptation, like Esau that sold his Birth-right, | 2. some fell him away again in time of Temptation, like Esau that sold his Birthright, | crd d vvb pno31 av av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av-j np1 cst vvd po31 n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 732 | Page 128 |
4378 | and never make any thing of it; because the Bond is not strong enough down, they fall from him. | and never make any thing of it; Because the Bound is not strong enough down, they fallen from him. | cc av-x vvi d n1 pp-f pn31; c-acp dt n1 vbz xx j av-d a-acp, pns32 vvb p-acp pno31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 732 | Page 128 |
4379 | 3. Hence comes all a mans uneven carriage. | 3. Hence comes all a men uneven carriage. | crd av vvz d dt ng1 j n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 733 | Page 128 |
4380 | 4. Hence comes sometimes the unpardonable sin, Heb. 10. 29. Many a man laies claim to Christ and his Blood, | 4. Hence comes sometime the unpardonable since, Hebrew 10. 29. Many a man lays claim to christ and his Blood, | crd av vvz av dt j n1, np1 crd crd av-d dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 734 | Page 128 |
4381 | and righteousnesse, that never knew the worth of it; | and righteousness, that never knew the worth of it; | cc n1, cst av-x vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 734 | Page 128 |
4382 | and this is Christs complaint me thinks in Heaven, (and of Saints on earth) He comes unto his own, | and this is Christ complaint me thinks in Heaven, (and of Saints on earth) He comes unto his own, | cc d vbz npg1 n1 pno11 vvz p-acp n1, (cc pp-f n2 p-acp n1) pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 734 | Page 128 |
4383 | and his own esteem him not, his own love him not, his own receive him not: | and his own esteem him not, his own love him not, his own receive him not: | cc po31 d vvb pno31 xx, po31 d n1 pno31 xx, po31 d vvb pno31 xx: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 734 | Page 128 |
4384 | him that is the glory of Heaven, the beauty of the Father, the delight of Saints, the wonderment of Angels, he I say is not esteemed by many a man, that in his judgement esteems him, | him that is the glory of Heaven, the beauty of the Father, the delight of Saints, the wonderment of Angels, he I say is not esteemed by many a man, that in his judgement esteems him, | pno31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 pns11 vvb vbz xx vvn p-acp d dt n1, cst p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 734 | Page 128 |
4385 | and in his heart doth despise him. | and in his heart does despise him. | cc p-acp po31 n1 vdz vvi pno31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 734 | Page 128 |
4386 | There are two parts of this esteem. 1. To esteem him only, Iohn 5. 44. 2. Him ever and alway, Psalm 73. 26. Thou art my portion for ever, Many say they esteem Christ, | There Are two parts of this esteem. 1. To esteem him only, John 5. 44. 2. Him ever and always, Psalm 73. 26. Thou art my portion for ever, Many say they esteem christ, | pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f d n1. crd p-acp n1 pno31 av-j, np1 crd crd crd pno31 av cc av, n1 crd crd pns21 vb2r po11 n1 c-acp av, d vvb pns32 vvb np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 734 | Page 128 |
4387 | but to be ever loving him, ever looking on him, this is not their frame. | but to be ever loving him, ever looking on him, this is not their frame. | cc-acp pc-acp vbi av vvg pno31, av vvg p-acp pno31, d vbz xx po32 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 734 | Page 128 |
4388 | Oh think of this, fail here of your valuing of him, and you fail every where. | O think of this, fail Here of your valuing of him, and you fail every where. | uh vvb pp-f d, vvb av pp-f po22 vvg pp-f pno31, cc pn22 vvb d q-crq. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 734 | Page 128 |
4389 | V. Those that beleeve, |
V. Those that believe, but they fail in their end; | n1 d cst vvb, p-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4390 | and these may for a while in a ho• fit prize Water, prize Christ and mercy above all things in the world, but their end is naught; | and these may for a while in a ho• fit prize Water, prize christ and mercy above all things in the world, but their end is nought; | cc d vmb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 j n1 n1, n1 np1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp po32 n1 vbz pix; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4391 | so that men here may ask and never have, because of their Lusts: | so that men Here may ask and never have, Because of their Lustiest: | av d n2 av vmb vvi cc av-x vhi, c-acp pp-f po32 n2: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4392 | As a man that lies on his death-bed, or in a Sea-storm in fear of Hell, he may now prize and take hold on Christ to save him. | As a man that lies on his deathbed, or in a Sea-storm in Fear of Hell, he may now prize and take hold on christ to save him. | c-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb av vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4393 | A man lies upon the Bed of horror of heart, he may prize Christ to comfort him, | A man lies upon the Bed of horror of heart, he may prize christ to Comfort him, | dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4394 | and getting a conceit of it, be wrapt up almost in an extacy of joy, that a man would think he was sealed with the Spirit of Christ, | and getting a conceit of it, be wrapped up almost in an ecstasy of joy, that a man would think he was sealed with the Spirit of christ, | cc vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbb vvn a-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4395 | and yet his end being naught, Christ only to comfort him, misseth of Christ in conclusion; | and yet his end being nought, christ only to Comfort him, misses of christ in conclusion; | cc av po31 n1 vbg pix, np1 av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, vvz pp-f np1 p-acp n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4396 | for when a man beleeves indeed, he receives Christ for the end the Father sent him, viz. to be King and Soveraign of the whole man as well as Saviour. | for when a man believes indeed, he receives christ for the end the Father sent him, viz. to be King and Sovereign of the Whole man as well as Saviour. | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av, pns31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvd pno31, n1 pc-acp vbi n1 cc n-jn pp-f dt j-jn n1 c-acp av c-acp n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4419 | 2. Take he•d of making weaknesses Graces or Duties: as First, To make poverty of spirit, the sight of nothing in a mans self; | 2. Take he•d of making Weaknesses Graces or Duties: as First, To make poverty of Spirit, the sighed of nothing in a men self; | crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg n2 n2 cc n2: c-acp ord, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f pix p-acp dt ng1 n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 738 | Page 129 |
4397 | Psalm 24. 7. Open your gates that the King of Glory, &c. Rom. 8. 38. I am perswaded nothing shall separate us from the love of Christ Iesus our Lord; | Psalm 24. 7. Open your gates that the King of Glory, etc. Rom. 8. 38. I am persuaded nothing shall separate us from the love of christ Iesus our Lord; | np1 crd crd vvb po22 n2 cst dt n1 pp-f n1, av np1 crd crd pns11 vbm vvd pix vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 po12 n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4398 | our Lord as well as Jesus. | our Lord as well as jesus. | po12 n1 c-acp av c-acp np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4399 | Indeed Iohn 6. 15. some did receive Christ to be King, but it was that he might be their cook, he provided loaves for them; so here. | Indeed John 6. 15. Some did receive christ to be King, but it was that he might be their cook, he provided loaves for them; so Here. | np1 np1 crd crd d vdd vvi np1 pc-acp vbi n1, cc-acp pn31 vbds cst pns31 vmd vbi po32 n1, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp pno32; av av. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4400 | Psalm 66. 2, 3. Because of thy power thine enemies shall flatteringly submit: •tis but flattery, not Faith; look to it therefore. VI. | Psalm 66. 2, 3. Because of thy power thine enemies shall flatteringly submit: •tis but flattery, not Faith; look to it Therefore. VI. | np1 crd crd, crd c-acp pp-f po21 n1 po21 n2 vmb av-vvg vvb: av p-acp n1, xx n1; vvb p-acp pn31 av. crd. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 735 | Page 128 |
4401 | Those that beleeve, but fail in regard of the use of the Gospel, |
Those that believe, but fail in regard of the use of the Gospel, and of the Lord jesus, | d cst vvb, cc-acp vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 736 | Page 128 |
4402 | and these we read of, Iude 3. viz. of some men that did turn Grace into ••nt•nnesse, for therein appears the exceeding evill of a mans heart, that not only the Law, | and these we read of, Iude 3. viz. of Some men that did turn Grace into ••nt•nnesse, for therein appears the exceeding evil of a men heart, that not only the Law, | cc d pns12 vvb pp-f, np1 crd n1 pp-f d n2 cst vdd vvi vvb p-acp n1, p-acp av vvz dt j-vvg n-jn pp-f dt ng1 n1, cst xx av-j dt n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 736 | Page 128 |
4403 | but also the glorious Gospel of the Lord Jesus works in him all manner of unrighteousnesse; | but also the glorious Gospel of the Lord jesus works in him all manner of unrighteousness; | cc-acp av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno31 d n1 pp-f n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 736 | Page 128 |
4404 | and 'tis too common for men at the first work of conversion, oh then to cry for Grace, | and it's too Common for men At the First work of conversion, o then to cry for Grace, | cc pn31|vbz av j c-acp n2 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1, uh cs pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 736 | Page 128 |
4405 | and Christ, and afterward grow licentious, live and lye in the breach of the Law, and take their warrant for their course from the Gospel; | and christ, and afterwards grow licentious, live and lie in the breach of the Law, and take their warrant for their course from the Gospel; | cc np1, cc av vvb j, vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 736 | Page 128 |
4406 | I shall not name all the wayes that men do so, but I will only speak that which conscience and compassion moves me to; | I shall not name all the ways that men do so, but I will only speak that which conscience and compassion moves me to; | pns11 vmb xx vvi d dt n2 cst n2 vdb av, cc-acp pns11 vmb av-j vvi cst r-crq n1 cc n1 vvz pno11 p-acp; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 736 | Page 129 |
4407 | not to begin, but if possible to still division, and what I shall speak shall be by way of prevention. | not to begin, but if possible to still division, and what I shall speak shall be by Way of prevention. | xx pc-acp vvi, cc-acp cs j p-acp j n1, cc r-crq pns11 vmb vvi vmb vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 736 | Page 129 |
4408 | 1. Take heed of making Graces in a christian the weaknesses of a christian, for this is to make darknesse light, and Grace wantonnesse indeed: | 1. Take heed of making Graces in a christian the Weaknesses of a christian, for this is to make darkness Light, and Grace wantonness indeed: | crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp dt njp dt n2 pp-f dt njp, p-acp d vbz pc-acp vvi n1 n1, cc n1 n1 av: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4409 | Is it not? Take heed then of thinking or saying counterfeit or false Sanctification consists in feeling something in a mans self, | Is it not? Take heed then of thinking or saying counterfeit or false Sanctification consists in feeling something in a men self, | vbz pn31 xx? vvb n1 av pp-f vvg cc vvg j-jn cc j n1 vvz p-acp vvg pi p-acp dt ng1 n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4410 | as love to, delight in the Lord and his wayes: True Sanctification, in seeing nothing, no love, no delight: | as love to, delight in the Lord and his ways: True Sanctification, in seeing nothing, no love, no delight: | c-acp n1 p-acp, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2: j n1, p-acp vvg pix, dx n1, dx n1: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4411 | why the Apostle Paul •new that in him, i. e. | why the Apostle Paul •new that in him, i. e. | c-crq dt n1 np1 vvd cst p-acp pno31, uh. sy. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4412 | in his flesh dwelt no good thing, but he calls it flesh there, and groans under it, | in his Flesh dwelled no good thing, but he calls it Flesh there, and groans under it, | p-acp po31 n1 vvd dx j n1, p-acp pns31 vvz pn31 n1 a-acp, cc vvz p-acp pn31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4413 | yet he felt a Law within closing with the Law without, and blessed the Lord for it, and that was himself. | yet he felt a Law within closing with the Law without, and blessed the Lord for it, and that was himself. | av pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc cst vbds px31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4414 | Do you think the Holy Ghost co•es on a man as on Balaam, by immediate acting, | Do you think the Holy Ghost co•es on a man as on balaam, by immediate acting, | vdb pn22 vvi dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp np1, p-acp j n-vvg, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4415 | and then leaves him, and then he hath nothing: | and then leaves him, and then he hath nothing: | cc av vvz pno31, cc av pns31 vhz pix: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4416 | Yes Beloved, know you not Christ is in you (2 Cor. 13. 5.) as well as out of you; | Yes beloved, know you not christ is in you (2 Cor. 13. 5.) as well as out of you; | uh j-vvn, vvb pn22 xx np1 vbz p-acp pn22 (crd np1 crd crd) c-acp av c-acp av pp-f pn22; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4417 | in you, comforting, dwelling, sanctifying, preparing the heart for himself. | in you, comforting, Dwelling, sanctifying, preparing the heart for himself. | p-acp pn22, vvg, vvg, j-vvg, vvg dt n1 p-acp px31. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4418 | Indeed to be puft •p with Grace, or rest in it is a sin, yet that Grace is not that sin. | Indeed to be puffed •p with Grace, or rest in it is a since, yet that Grace is not that since. | np1 pc-acp vbi vvn n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, av d n1 vbz xx d n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 737 | Page 129 |
4420 | why, he that is poor hath Heaven for his, and so Christ and Promises his, and hath Faith his, at least some seeds. | why, he that is poor hath Heaven for his, and so christ and Promises his, and hath Faith his, At least Some seeds. | uh-crq, pns31 cst vbz j vhz n1 p-acp png31, cc av np1 cc vvz po31, cc vhz n1 po31, p-acp ds d n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 739 | Page 129 |
4421 | Now to see nothing now, is to see an untruth, and to tell a flat lie to God, and Men, and Scripture too. | Now to see nothing now, is to see an untruth, and to tell a flat lie to God, and Men, and Scripture too. | av pc-acp vvi pix av, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc n2, cc n1 av. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 739 | Page 129 |
4422 | Indeed a man that is poor doth usually see nothing, but that is his weaknesse, not any Grace. | Indeed a man that is poor does usually see nothing, but that is his weakness, not any Grace. | np1 dt n1 cst vbz j vdz av-j vvb pix, cc-acp cst vbz po31 n1, xx d n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 739 | Page 129 |
4423 | Secondly, To say there is no difference between Graces of Hypocrites and Saints. Why so? Because I cannot see any. | Secondly, To say there is no difference between Graces of Hypocrites and Saints. Why so? Because I cannot see any. | ord, pc-acp vvi a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n2 cc n2. uh-crq av? p-acp pns11 vmbx vvi d. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 740 | Page 129 |
4424 | Is this your weaknesse or your wisdom? you can see no•e, and will you make your weaknesse your Religion? | Is this your weakness or your Wisdom? you can see no•e, and will you make your weakness your Religion? | vbz d po22 n1 cc po22 n1? pn22 vmb vvi n1, cc vmb pn22 vvi po22 n1 po22 n1? | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 740 | Page 129 |
4425 | Thirdly, That a man must not evidence his Justification by his Sanctification, I speak of that which accompanies Salvation. | Thirdly, That a man must not evidence his Justification by his Sanctification, I speak of that which Accompanies Salvation. | ord, cst dt n1 vmb xx n1 po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vvb pp-f d r-crq vvz n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 741 | Page 129 |
4426 | Why so? Because then there will be comfort to day, and sorrow to morrow, grant it, | Why so? Because then there will be Comfort to day, and sorrow to morrow, grant it, | uh-crq av? p-acp av pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, vvb pn31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 741 | Page 129 |
4427 | but then consider, 1. That is either a mans weaknesse and ignorance that he doth not see it, | but then Consider, 1. That is either a men weakness and ignorance that he does not see it, | cc-acp av vvi, crd cst vbz d dt ng1 n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 741 | Page 129 |
4428 | or 2. his wickednesse and carelesnesse that hath stained that work: | or 2. his wickedness and carelessness that hath stained that work: | cc crd po31 n1 cc n1 cst vhz vvn d n1: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 741 | Page 129 |
4429 | And will you make this a D•ty, a Grace? Oh but many have been deceived here; | And will you make this a D•ty, a Grace? O but many have been deceived Here; | cc vmb pn22 vvi d dt n1, dt n1? uh p-acp d vhb vbn vvn av; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 741 | Page 129 |
4430 | grant it, and will you 〈 ◊ 〉 your wret•hed basenesse of heart the foundation of this conceit? | grant it, and will you 〈 ◊ 〉 your wret•hed baseness of heart the Foundation of this conceit? | vvb pn31, cc vmb pn22 〈 sy 〉 po22 j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f d n1? | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 741 | Page 129 |
4431 | Fourthly, That a man must see no saving work, nor take comfort from any promise until he is sealed: | Fourthly, That a man must see no Saving work, nor take Comfort from any promise until he is sealed: | ord, cst dt n1 vmb vvi dx j-vvg n1, ccx vvi n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vbz vvn: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 742 | Page 129 |
4432 | No, why so? Because many tall christians have deceived themselves so, and deluded themselves there, | No, why so? Because many tall Christians have deceived themselves so, and deluded themselves there, | uh-dx, q-crq av? p-acp d j njpg2 vhb vvn px32 av, cc vvn px32 a-acp, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 742 | Page 129 |
4433 | and been kept off from Christ, and truly I believe it in part. | and been kept off from christ, and truly I believe it in part. | cc vbn vvn a-acp p-acp np1, cc av-j pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 742 | Page 129 |
4434 | But what of that? Shall mens weaknesse be my Religion or work? No Be•oved, | But what of that? Shall men's weakness be my Religion or work? No Be•oved, | p-acp q-crq pp-f d? vmb ng2 n1 vbb po11 n1 cc n1? uh-dx j, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 742 | Page 129 |
4435 | for a man beleeves before he is sealed, Ephes. 1. 15. And hence Christ is his, | for a man believes before he is sealed, Ephesians 1. 15. And hence christ is his, | p-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp pns31 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd cc av np1 vbz png31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 742 | Page 129 |
4436 | and now for him to deny Christ to be his own, 'tis to make Christ a lyar, 1 Iohn 5. 10, 12, 13. not that I would have christians content themselves here (it's a sign you never knew what Christ meant if so you do) till he shall send a more full gale of his Spirit. | and now for him to deny christ to be his own, it's to make christ a liar, 1 John 5. 10, 12, 13. not that I would have Christians content themselves Here (it's a Signen you never knew what christ meant if so you do) till he shall send a more full gale of his Spirit. | cc av p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vbi po31 d, pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd xx d pns11 vmd vhi njpg2 vvi px32 av (pn31|vbz dt n1 pn22 av-x vvd r-crq np1 vvd cs av pn22 vdb) c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt av-dc j n1 pp-f po31 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 742 | Page 129 |
4437 | 3. If you do account them weaknesses, yet take heed your closing with Christ do not cause you to make a light matter of sin, either not to take notice of sins at all, only look to Christ, ('tis not I but sin, | 3. If you do account them Weaknesses, yet take heed your closing with christ do not cause you to make a Light matter of since, either not to take notice of Sins At all, only look to christ, (it's not I but since, | crd cs pn22 vdb vvi pno32 n2, av vvb n1 po22 n-vvg p-acp np1 vdb xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, av-d xx pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d, av-j vvb p-acp np1, (pn31|vbz xx pns11 p-acp n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 743 | Page 129 |
4438 | as being the act of the outward man: | as being the act of the outward man: | c-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 743 | Page 129 |
4439 | one calls this to unknow a mans self) or not to be deeply sensible of them, | one calls this to unknow a men self) or not to be deeply sensible of them, | pi vvz d pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1) cc xx pc-acp vbi av-jn j pp-f pno32, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 743 | Page 129 |
4440 | and so use Christ as your shoe-clout to wipe them off, Oh this is dangerous; the Spirit of joy never quencheth the Spirit of Sorrow. | and so use christ as your shoe-clout to wipe them off, O this is dangerous; the Spirit of joy never quenches the Spirit of Sorrow. | cc av vvb np1 p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp, uh d vbz j; dt n1 pp-f n1 av-x vvz dt n1 pp-f n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 743 | Page 129 |
4441 | Capernaum entertained Christ, and yet perished, Oh she repented not! | Capernaum entertained christ, and yet perished, O she repented not! | np1 vvn np1, cc av vvn, uh pns31 vvd xx! | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 743 | Page 129 |
4442 | What must we repent after we be in Christ? Yes, Ier. 30. 19. After I was turned I repented: | What must we Repent After we be in christ? Yes, Jeremiah 30. 19. After I was turned I repented: | q-crq vmb pns12 vvi c-acp pns12 vbb p-acp np1? uh, np1 crd crd c-acp pns11 vbds vvn pns11 vvd: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 743 | Page 129 |
4443 | It argues a bold conscience, when men as they look to no good in themselves, so to no sin in themselves, but wholly to Christ. | It argues a bold conscience, when men as they look to no good in themselves, so to no since in themselves, but wholly to christ. | pn31 vvz dt j n1, c-crq n2 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dx j p-acp px32, av p-acp dx n1 p-acp px32, cc-acp av-jn p-acp np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 743 | Page 129 |
4444 | 4. Take heed of those Doctrines which in shew lift up Grace, but indeed pull 〈 … 〉 any part of it, as | 4. Take heed of those Doctrines which in show lift up Grace, but indeed pull 〈 … 〉 any part of it, as | crd vvb n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq p-acp n1 vvi a-acp n1, cc-acp av vvi 〈 … 〉 dg n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 744 | Page 129 |
4445 | First, to think that the letter of the whole Scripture holds out no more than a Covenant of Works, a most prodigious Speech, | First, to think that the Letter of the Whole Scripture holds out no more than a Covenant of Works, a most prodigious Speech, | ord, pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvz av av-dx av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f vvz, dt av-ds j n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 745 | Page 129 |
4446 | though coloured with advancing a Spiritual Covenant of Grace, and no Word but Christ. | though coloured with advancing a Spiritual Covenant of Grace, and no Word but christ. | cs vvn p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dx n1 p-acp np1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 745 | Page 130 |
4447 | Secondly, Under a shew of advancing Gods Grace in doing all, to say the Ordinances are not means, but only occasions of conversion. | Secondly, Under a show of advancing God's Grace in doing all, to say the Ordinances Are not means, but only occasions of conversion. | ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg npg1 n1 p-acp vdg d, pc-acp vvi dt n2 vbr xx n2, cc-acp j n2 pp-f n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 746 | Page 130 |
4448 | Thirdly, under a shew of giving all to Grace, to abolish that plain truth, as to say we are not justified by Faith, which though it be true, not really, i. e. not simply, by Faith in it self considered as a work, | Thirdly, under a show of giving all to Grace, to Abolah that plain truth, as to say we Are not justified by Faith, which though it be true, not really, i. e. not simply, by Faith in it self considered as a work, | ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg d p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d j n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1, r-crq cs pn31 vbb j, xx av-j, sy. sy. xx av-j, p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 747 | Page 130 |
4449 | yet to say [ not relatively, as the Lord is apprehended by it ] it is false. | yet to say [ not relatively, as the Lord is apprehended by it ] it is false. | av pc-acp vvi [ xx av-j, c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31 ] pn31 vbz j. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 747 | Page 130 |
4450 | If we cast off the power of the truth, yet let us not cast off the form of it: | If we cast off the power of the truth, yet let us not cast off the from of it: | cs pns12 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av vvb pno12 xx vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 747 | Page 130 |
4451 | keep the form of wholsome words as well as truths. | keep the from of wholesome words as well as truths. | vvb dt n1 pp-f j n2 c-acp av c-acp n2. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 747 | Page 130 |
4452 | Fourthly, Take heed of maintaining that a man until sealed is not to be perswaded to beleeve, under a shew of letting the Spirit of Grace do all. | Fourthly, Take heed of maintaining that a man until sealed is not to be persuaded to believe, under a show of letting the Spirit of Grace do all. | ord, vvb n1 pp-f vvg cst dt n1 c-acp vvd vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 vdb d. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 748 | Page 130 |
4453 | And Brethren, doth not the Spirit of Grace accompany the word of Grace; | And Brothers, does not the Spirit of Grace accompany the word of Grace; | cc n2, vdz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 748 | Page 130 |
4454 | are not Evangelical commands part of that Word? is there not a power going along with them? what is this but to take from Gods Book, | Are not Evangelical commands part of that Word? is there not a power going along with them? what is this but to take from God's Book, | vbr xx np1 vvz n1 pp-f d n1? vbz pc-acp xx dt n1 vvg a-acp p-acp pno32? q-crq vbz d p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 748 | Page 130 |
4455 | and he that so doth, God will blot him out of the Book of Life, Rev. 22. 19. | and he that so does, God will blot him out of the Book of Life, Rev. 22. 19. | cc pns31 cst av vdz, np1 vmb vvi pno31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 crd crd | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 748 | Page 130 |
4456 | Fifthly, That a Christian is to gather no assurance from particular conditional Promises under colour of receiving all from Christ and Grace. | Fifthly, That a Christian is to gather no assurance from particular conditional Promises under colour of receiving all from christ and Grace. | ord, cst dt njp vbz pc-acp vvi dx n1 p-acp j j vvz p-acp n1 pp-f vvg d p-acp np1 cc n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 749 | Page 130 |
4457 | True, them that have nothing to do with them, ought not; | True, them that have nothing to do with them, ought not; | j, pno32 d vhb pix pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32, vmd xx; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 749 | Page 130 |
4458 | but for those that have to do with them as their Inheritance, not to apply and make use of them for their comfort, 'tis to trample under-foot Christs blood that purchased them for that end, | but for those that have to do with them as their Inheritance, not to apply and make use of them for their Comfort, it's to trample underfoot Christ blood that purchased them for that end, | cc-acp p-acp d cst vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1, xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 n1, pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi av npg1 n1 cst vvd pno32 p-acp d n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 749 | Page 130 |
4459 | and 'tis to rase out in our practise the greatest part almost of the Covenant of Grace. | and it's to raze out in our practice the greatest part almost of the Covenant of Grace. | cc pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi av p-acp po12 n1 dt js n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 749 | Page 130 |
4460 | Sixthly, That the Law ought not to be our rule of life under a shew of being freed from it by Christ, | Sixthly, That the Law ought not to be our Rule of life under a show of being freed from it by christ, | j, cst dt n1 vmd xx pc-acp vbi po12 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp np1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4461 | as though Christ came to set Hell-gates open for men to do what they please. | as though christ Come to Set Hell-gates open for men to do what they please. | c-acp cs np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n2 j p-acp n2 pc-acp vdi r-crq pns32 vvb. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4462 | Shall I say any more? I am weary with speaking, I desire rather to go aside and mourn, | Shall I say any more? I am weary with speaking, I desire rather to go aside and mourn, | vmb pns11 vvi d dc? pns11 vbm j p-acp vvg, pns11 vvb av-c pc-acp vvi av cc vvi, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4464 | You that are sincere, search and keep close with Christ, and fetch more life from him, | You that Are sincere, search and keep close with christ, and fetch more life from him, | pn22 cst vbr j, n1 cc vvi av-j p-acp np1, cc vvb dc n1 p-acp pno31, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4465 | and though accounted under a covenant of Works with men, yet rejoyce, you know it is better with you in his sight. | and though accounted under a Covenant of Works with men, yet rejoice, you know it is better with you in his sighed. | cc cs vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz p-acp n2, av vvb, pn22 vvb pn31 vbz jc p-acp pn22 p-acp po31 n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4466 | And you that are weak, beware and take heed, and do not consider what I, but the Holy Ghost hath cleared this day: | And you that Are weak, beware and take heed, and do not Consider what I, but the Holy Ghost hath cleared this day: | cc pn22 cst vbr j, vvb cc vvi n1, cc vdb xx vvi r-crq pns11, cc-acp dt j n1 vhz vvn d n1: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4467 | and as for all them that do turn Grace into Lasciviousnesse, not intentionally, but practically, not in all things, but some things: | and as for all them that do turn Grace into Lasciviousness, not intentionally, but practically, not in all things, but Some things: | cc c-acp p-acp d pno32 cst vdb vvi n1 p-acp n1, xx av-j, cc-acp av-j, xx p-acp d n2, cc-acp d n2: | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4468 | consider this Scripture, Iud• 4. Men ordained to this condemnation; they thrive and have no hurt, | Consider this Scripture, Iud• 4. Men ordained to this condemnation; they thrive and have no hurt, | vvb d n1, np1 crd np1 vvn p-acp d n1; pns32 vvb cc vhb dx n1, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4469 | and they joy, Oh but they have condemnation enough upon them. | and they joy, O but they have condemnation enough upon them. | cc pns32 vvb, uh cc-acp pns32 vhb n1 av-d p-acp pno32. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4470 | Do but consider ver. 12, 13. Twice dead, dead in Adam, then quickened by Christ with common Gifts and Graces, | Do but Consider for. 12, 13. Twice dead, dead in Adam, then quickened by christ with Common Gifts and Graces, | vdb p-acp vvi p-acp. crd, crd av j, j p-acp np1, av vvn p-acp np1 p-acp j n2 cc n2, | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4471 | then dye and turn Grace into wantonnesse, for whom is reserved the very blacknesse of darknesse for ever. They bring in painted prophanenesse. | then die and turn Grace into wantonness, for whom is reserved the very blackness of darkness for ever. They bring in painted profaneness. | av vvb cc vvi n1 p-acp n1, p-acp ro-crq vbz vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av. pns32 vvb p-acp j-vvn n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 750 | Page 130 |
4472 | Oh take heed then, |
O take heed then, lest you fallen short of christ by unbelief, Hebrew 4. 1. christ must do all; | uh vvb n1 av, cs pn22 vvb j pp-f np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd np1 vmb vdi d; | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 751 | Page 130 |
4473 | Oh but take heed, use meanes, and then put the work into his hands to make Faith right, Heb. 12. 1, 2. Looking to Iesus the Author and finisher. | O but take heed, use means, and then put the work into his hands to make Faith right, Hebrew 12. 1, 2. Looking to Iesus the Author and finisher. | uh cc-acp vvb n1, vvb n2, cc av vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 j-jn, np1 crd crd, crd vvg p-acp np1 dt n1 cc n1. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 751 | Page 130 |
4474 | Suppose Christ was here on earth, and thou should beg it, would he deny thee? Oh no, begg hard therefore now. | Suppose christ was Here on earth, and thou should beg it, would he deny thee? O no, beg hard Therefore now. | vvb np1 vbds av p-acp n1, cc pns21 vmd vvi pn31, vmd pns31 vvi pno21? uh uh-dx, vvb av-j av av. | (18) chapter (DIV2) | 751 | Page 130 |
4475 | CHAP. XIV. Shewing that there is a vast difference betwixt a sincere Christian, and the closest Hypocrite. SECT. I. THat there is a vast and great internal difference between those that are sincere indeed, |
CHAP. XIV. Showing that there is a vast difference betwixt a sincere Christian, and the closest Hypocrite. SECT. I. THat there is a vast and great internal difference between those that Are sincere indeed, and the closest Hypocrites. | np1 np1. vvg cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j njp, cc dt js n1. n1. np1 cst pc-acp vbz dt j cc j j n1 p-acp d cst vbr j av, cc dt js n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 751 | Page 131 |
4476 | Or, There are certain qualifications within, and operations of God upon the Souls of the faithful, which make a very great difference between them, and the closest Hypocrites. | Or, There Are certain qualifications within, and operations of God upon the Souls of the faithful, which make a very great difference between them, and the closest Hypocrites. | cc, pc-acp vbr j n2 a-acp, cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, r-crq vvb dt j j n1 p-acp pno32, cc dt js n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 752 | Page 131 |
4477 | For the Lord Jesus here sees the difference, and shews the difference, though but generally I confesse in this Verse; | For the Lord jesus Here sees the difference, and shows the difference, though but generally I confess in this Verse; | p-acp dt n1 np1 av vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1, cs cc-acp av-j pns11 vvb p-acp d n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 753 | Page 131 |
4478 | some were wise, others were foolish; wisdom and folly are different qualities, and though these keep their residence chiefly in the mind, | Some were wise, Others were foolish; Wisdom and folly Are different qualities, and though these keep their residence chiefly in the mind, | d vbdr j, ng2-jn vbr j; n1 cc n1 vbr j n2, cc cs d vvb po32 n1 av-jn p-acp dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 753 | Page 131 |
4479 | yet the Lord never did infuse any true wisdom into the mind, but there was a great change of the heart, | yet the Lord never did infuse any true Wisdom into the mind, but there was a great change of the heart, | av dt n1 av-x vdd vvi d j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 753 | Page 131 |
4480 | nor never was any man left unto his own folly, but it did not only argue an evil heart, | nor never was any man left unto his own folly, but it did not only argue an evil heart, | ccx av-x vbds d n1 vvn p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp pn31 vdd xx av-j vvi dt j-jn n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 753 | Page 131 |
4481 | but did ever arise from thence, Ephes. 4. 18. so that Christ nor only sees, but discovers to the Churches a vast difference for them to take notice of: | but did ever arise from thence, Ephesians 4. 18. so that christ nor only sees, but discovers to the Churches a vast difference for them to take notice of: | cc-acp vdd av vvi p-acp av, np1 crd crd av cst np1 cc av-j vvz, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt n2 dt j n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 753 | Page 131 |
4482 | I confesse the difference was only in regard of open prophanenesse, or common conversation in living like men of the world, | I confess the difference was only in regard of open profaneness, or Common Conversation in living like men of the world, | pns11 vvb dt n1 vbds av-j p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n1 p-acp vvg av-j n2 pp-f dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 753 | Page 131 |
4483 | yet a difference here there is. For the opening of this Point, I shall open these Particulars. | yet a difference Here there is. For the opening of this Point, I shall open these Particulars. | av dt n1 av pc-acp vbz. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb vvi d n2-j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 753 | Page 131 |
4484 | 1. That the Lord doth make this inward difference. 2. That 'tis so great that the faithful do see it. | 1. That the Lord does make this inward difference. 2. That it's so great that the faithful do see it. | crd cst dt n1 vdz vvi d j n1. crd cst pn31|vbz av j cst dt j vdb vvi pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 754 | Page 131 |
4485 | 3. That 'tis so great that others cannot receive it when 'tis offered. 4. That 'tis so great that they cannot understand it. | 3. That it's so great that Others cannot receive it when it's offered. 4. That it's so great that they cannot understand it. | crd cst pn31|vbz av j d n2-jn vmbx vvi pn31 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn. crd cst pn31|vbz av j cst pns32 vmbx vvi pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 756 | Page 131 |
4486 | 5. The reasons why the Lord makes this internal difference. 1. That the Lord doth make it: | 5. The Reasons why the Lord makes this internal difference. 1. That the Lord does make it: | crd dt n2 c-crq dt n1 vvz d j n1. crd cst dt n1 vdz vvi pn31: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 758 | Page 131 |
4487 | only some Scriptures now, Eph. 5. 8. You were darknesse, now are light. Ephes. 2. 1. You were dead, now are alive. | only Some Scriptures now, Ephesians 5. 8. You were darkness, now Are Light. Ephesians 2. 1. You were dead, now Are alive. | av-j d n2 av, np1 crd crd pn22 vbdr n1, av vbr j. np1 crd crd pn22 vbdr j, av vbr j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 759 | Page 131 |
4488 | It's true there is a life Hypocrites have, which puts much difference between them and others, | It's true there is a life Hypocrites have, which puts much difference between them and Others, | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vbz dt n1 n2 vhb, r-crq vvz d n1 p-acp pno32 cc n2-jn, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 759 | Page 131 |
4489 | but if that doth, what doth the life of Christ in a man, arising from the death of every sin? Acts 26. 18. The Lord turns not only from darknesse to light, but from the power of Satan to God, together with which ariseth remission of sins. | but if that does, what does the life of christ in a man, arising from the death of every since? Acts 26. 18. The Lord turns not only from darkness to Light, but from the power of Satan to God, together with which arises remission of Sins. | cc-acp cs d vdz, q-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1? vvz crd crd dt n1 vvz xx av-j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, av p-acp r-crq vvz n1 pp-f n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 759 | Page 131 |
4490 | What is this then but a greater change than from Hell to Heaven? Is it not worse than Hell to be under his, not only Temptations, | What is this then but a greater change than from Hell to Heaven? Is it not Worse than Hell to be under his, not only Temptations, | q-crq vbz d av p-acp dt jc n1 cs p-acp n1 p-acp n1? vbz pn31 xx av-jc cs n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp png31, xx av-j n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 759 | Page 131 |
4491 | but power? and is it not better to be with God, than be in Heaven? | but power? and is it not better to be with God, than be in Heaven? | cc-acp n1? cc vbz pn31 xx jc pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, cs vbi p-acp n1? | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 759 | Page 131 |
4492 | II. 'Tis so great that the faithful do see it. | II It's so great that the faithful do see it. | crd pn31|vbz av j cst dt j vdb vvi pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 760 | Page 131 |
4493 | I confesse at first work it's like a confused Chaos, they know not what to make of it, | I confess At First work it's like a confused Chaos, they know not what to make of it, | pns11 vvb p-acp ord vvi pn31|vbz av-j dt j-vvn n1, pns32 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 760 | Page 131 |
4494 | but afterwards they can and do, 1 Iohn 5. 18, 19. We know we are born of God, free from the dominion of sin, of which he speaks, | but afterwards they can and do, 1 John 5. 18, 19. We know we Are born of God, free from the dominion of since, of which he speaks, | cc-acp av pns32 vmb cc vdb, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vvb pns12 vbr vvn pp-f np1, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 760 | Page 131 |
4495 | and that the whole world lies in wickednesse. Before a man is born again, he sees no difference between him and other men, but now he doth; | and that the Whole world lies in wickedness. Before a man is born again, he sees no difference between him and other men, but now he does; | cc cst dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n1. p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn av, pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp pno31 cc j-jn n2, cc-acp av pns31 vdz; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 760 | Page 131 |
4496 | and hence 'tis frequent in Scripture for Saints to expresse their experience of their double estate, Tit. 3. 2, 3. and they are commanded to try themselves, | and hence it's frequent in Scripture for Saints to express their experience of their double estate, Tit. 3. 2, 3. and they Are commanded to try themselves, | cc av pn31|vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi px32, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 760 | Page 131 |
4497 | and may not only see Christ out of them, but Christ in them, except they be Reprobates, 2 Cor. 13. 5. and hence commanded to give thanks for this, Col. 1. 12, 13. which commands being Evangelical, have a power to all the Elect. III. | and may not only see christ out of them, but christ in them, except they be Reprobates, 2 Cor. 13. 5. and hence commanded to give thanks for this, Col. 1. 12, 13. which commands being Evangelical, have a power to all the Elect. III. | cc vmb xx av-j vvi np1 av pp-f pno32, cc-acp np1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbb n2-jn, crd np1 crd crd cc av vvd pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd r-crq vvz n1 np1, vhb dt n1 p-acp d dt np1 np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 760 | Page 131 |
4498 | 'Tis so great that others cannot receive it when 'tis offered, they are so far from having it in them, | It's so great that Others cannot receive it when it's offered, they Are so Far from having it in them, | pn31|vbz av j d n2-jn vmbx vvi pn31 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vhg pn31 p-acp pno32, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 761 | Page 132 |
4499 | or counterfeiting, or making this inward work, that they cannot receive it, no not when the Spirit it self comes to work it, Iohn 14. 17. The Spirit of truth which the world cannot receive, it doth receive Propherical Gifts, and common Graces; | or counterfeiting, or making this inward work, that they cannot receive it, no not when the Spirit it self comes to work it, John 14. 17. The Spirit of truth which the world cannot receive, it does receive Propherical Gifts, and Common Graces; | cc vvg, cc vvg d j n1, cst pns32 vmbx vvi pn31, uh-dx xx c-crq dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi, pn31 vdz vvi j n2, cc j n2; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 761 | Page 132 |
4500 | but there is a higher and more Divine work which they cannot receive, Rom. 8. 7. 'Tis not subject, | but there is a higher and more Divine work which they cannot receive, Rom. 8. 7. It's not Subject, | cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt jc cc av-dc j-jn n1 r-crq pns32 vmbx vvi, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz xx j-jn, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 761 | Page 132 |
4501 | nor can be subject to the Law of God, where the holinesse of God appears. | nor can be Subject to the Law of God, where the holiness of God appears. | ccx vmb vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 761 | Page 132 |
4502 | IV. 'Tis so great that they cannot understand it what it is spiritually, only in fancy, 1 Cor. 2. 14. neither can he know them, and hence men lie groping all their life for Grace, | IV. It's so great that they cannot understand it what it is spiritually, only in fancy, 1 Cor. 2. 14. neither can he know them, and hence men lie groping all their life for Grace, | np1 pn31|vbz av j cst pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 q-crq pn31 vbz av-j, av-j p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd av-d vmb pns31 vvi pno32, cc av n2 vvb vvg d po32 n1 p-acp n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 762 | Page 132 |
4503 | and ask and have not, because they know not the thing they would have, Iohn 4. 10. If thou knewest thou wouldst ask, and he would give. | and ask and have not, Because they know not the thing they would have, John 4. 10. If thou Knewest thou Wouldst ask, and he would give. | cc vvi cc vhb xx, c-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pns32 vmd vhi, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vvd2 pns21 vmd2 vvi, cc pns31 vmd vvi. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 762 | Page 132 |
4504 | A Beast cannot conceive what a life a man leads. | A Beast cannot conceive what a life a man leads. | dt n1 vmbx vvi r-crq dt n1 dt n1 vvz. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 762 | Page 132 |
4505 | V. Now follow the Reasons why the Lord doth make this internal difference, or shewing that there is this difference. SECT. II. IN regard of the infinite love of the Father which he bears to the meanest Beleever |
V. Now follow the Reasons why the Lord does make this internal difference, or showing that there is this difference. SECT. II IN regard of the infinite love of the Father which he bears to the Meanest Believer above the most glorious Hypocrite that ever lived. | n1 av vvb dt n2 c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi d j n1, cc vvg cst pc-acp vbz d n1. n1. crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cst av vvd. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 763 | Page 132 |
4506 | It's an everlasting love, and it's like that love he bears towards his own Son, Iohn 17. 26. Now if the Lords love be not common to both, | It's an everlasting love, and it's like that love he bears towards his own Son, John 17. 26. Now if the lords love be not Common to both, | pn31|vbz dt j n1, cc pn31|vbz j cst vvb pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d n1, np1 crd crd av cs dt n2 vvb vbb xx j p-acp d, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 764 | Page 132 |
4507 | neither is the work, or fruits of his love common in both, but a great difference there must be; | neither is the work, or fruits of his love Common in both, but a great difference there must be; | av-dx vbz dt n1, cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 j p-acp d, cc-acp dt j n1 a-acp vmb vbi; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 764 | Page 132 |
4508 | for as 'tis with men, so 'tis with the Lord. | for as it's with men, so it's with the Lord. | c-acp c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, av pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 764 | Page 132 |
4509 | There are three expressions of love. 1. Their looks. 2. Their Promises of Love. 3. Their works of love: so the Lord doth, | There Are three expressions of love. 1. Their looks. 2. Their Promises of Love. 3. Their works of love: so the Lord does, | pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n1. crd po32 n2. crd po32 vvz pp-f n1. crd po32 n2 pp-f n1: av dt n1 vdz, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 764 | Page 132 |
4510 | 1. Create in his people glorious apprehensions of his blessed face appearing in the glasse of the Gospel, Rev. 22. 4. | 1. Create in his people glorious apprehensions of his blessed face appearing in the glass of the Gospel, Rev. 22. 4. | crd vvb p-acp po31 n1 j n2 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd crd | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 765 | Page 132 |
4511 | 2. The Lord makes many Promises of love unto his people, which go to the very heart to chear them, Hos. 2. 14. | 2. The Lord makes many Promises of love unto his people, which go to the very heart to cheer them, Hos. 2. 14. | crd dt n1 vvz d vvz pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvb p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, np1 crd crd | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 766 | Page 132 |
4512 | 3. The Lord con•ines not his love to looks and words, though it's wonderful to have the least of them, | 3. The Lord con•ines not his love to looks and words, though it's wondered to have the least of them, | crd dt n1 vvz xx po31 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vhi dt ds pp-f pno32, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 767 | Page 132 |
4513 | but you may read his love in his works of love. | but you may read his love in his works of love. | cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 767 | Page 132 |
4514 | Now those works peculiar to them, are first and chiefly the donation of Christ, for a man in redemption, to a man in vocation: | Now those works peculiar to them, Are First and chiefly the donation of christ, for a man in redemption, to a man in vocation: | av d n2 j p-acp pno32, vbr ord cc av-jn dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 767 | Page 132 |
4515 | and then the peculiar fruits of this love exprest in peculiar operations upon the Soul, | and then the peculiar fruits of this love expressed in peculiar operations upon the Soul, | cc av dt j n2 pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 767 | Page 132 |
4516 | and in the Soul, which Gods truth in the New Covenant promiseth, and Gods faithfulnesse executeth, Ier. 31. 33. & 32. 40. to take away the stony heart, to write Laws in the heart, to put fear into the heart; | and in the Soul, which God's truth in the New Covenant promises, and God's faithfulness Executeth, Jeremiah 31. 33. & 32. 40. to take away the stony heart, to write Laws in the heart, to put Fear into the heart; | cc p-acp dt n1, r-crq ng1 n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvz, cc ng1 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd cc crd crd p-acp vvi av dt j n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvn n1 p-acp dt n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 767 | Page 132 |
4517 | these are the peculiar effects of this New Covenant, and they are operations in a man, which only the Elect feel and wonder at Grace for, Ephes. 2. 4, 5. According to his great love hath he quickened us together with him: | these Are the peculiar effects of this New Covenant, and they Are operations in a man, which only the Elect feel and wonder At Grace for, Ephesians 2. 4, 5. According to his great love hath he quickened us together with him: | d vbr dt j n2 pp-f d j n1, cc pns32 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-j dt n1 vvb cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp, np1 crd crd, crd vvg p-acp po31 j n1 vhz pns31 vvn pno12 av p-acp pno31: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 767 | Page 132 |
4518 | there is a kind of Resurrection of a mans soul when 'tis brought home to Christ. | there is a kind of Resurrection of a men soul when it's brought home to christ. | a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn av-an p-acp np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 767 | Page 132 |
4590 | I grant indeed a man may fall away from Grace, considering Grace without Christ to keep it. | I grant indeed a man may fallen away from Grace, considering Grace without christ to keep it. | pns11 vvb av dt n1 vmb vvi av p-acp n1, vvg n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 777 | Page 135 |
4519 | And look as the bodies of the Saints shall be different at last day, so when God raiseth their souls from the Dead here, there is a difference now. | And look as the bodies of the Saints shall be different At last day, so when God Raiseth their Souls from the Dead Here, there is a difference now. | cc vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vmb vbi j p-acp ord n1, av c-crq np1 vvz po32 n2 p-acp dt j av, pc-acp vbz dt n1 av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 767 | Page 132 |
4520 | 2. In regard of the Death and Blood of the Lord Jesus, |
2. In regard of the Death and Blood of the Lord jesus, which was shed not only that he might be a God unto them, | crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, r-crq vbds vvn xx j cst pns31 vmd vbi dt np1 p-acp pno32, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 132 |
4521 | but that they might be a peculiar people unto him, Tit. 2. 14. He gave himself for his people, not only to justifie his people, | but that they might be a peculiar people unto him, Tit. 2. 14. He gave himself for his people, not only to justify his people, | cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd px31 p-acp po31 n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 132 |
4522 | but also to cleanse his Church, Ephes. 5. 26, 27. for this hath been Gods great plot: | but also to cleanse his Church, Ephesians 5. 26, 27. for this hath been God's great plot: | cc-acp av pc-acp vvi po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp d vhz vbn n2 j n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 132 |
4523 | first to perfect his people in their Head; | First to perfect his people in their Head; | ord pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 132 |
4524 | and then lest there should be a golden head, and feet and hands of iron and clay, | and then lest there should be a golden head, and feet and hands of iron and clay, | cc av cs pc-acp vmd vbi dt j n1, cc n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 132 |
4525 | and because the Church is not found lovely, therefore the Lord makes it lovely by little & little here, | and Because the Church is not found lovely, Therefore the Lord makes it lovely by little & little Here, | cc c-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvn j, av dt n1 vvz pn31 j p-acp j cc av-j av, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 132 |
4526 | until it appear without spot or wrinkle at the last day. | until it appear without spot or wrinkle At the last day. | c-acp pn31 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt ord n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 132 |
4527 | Do you think Brethren that Christs Blood was shed to work no more in his people than in Hypocrites? was it only shed to take away guilt of sin from Gods sight, | Do you think Brothers that Christ Blood was shed to work no more in his people than in Hypocrites? was it only shed to take away guilt of since from God's sighed, | vdb pn22 vvi n2 cst npg1 n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dx dc p-acp po31 n1 cs p-acp n2? vbds pn31 av-j vvn pc-acp vvi av n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ng1 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 132 |
4528 | and then to let a man wallow in the sins of his own heart? 'Tis true there is a work of Sanctification which Hypocrites have, which Christs Blood purchaseth, | and then to let a man wallow in the Sins of his own heart? It's true there is a work of Sanctification which Hypocrites have, which Christ Blood purchases, | cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1? pn31|vbz j pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq n2 vhb, r-crq npg1 n1 vvz, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 132 |
4529 | for I beleeve all common mercy and patience comes by Christs Blood, and so all common Gifts and Graces; | for I believe all Common mercy and patience comes by Christ Blood, and so all Common Gifts and Graces; | c-acp pns11 vvb d j n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, cc av d j n2 cc n2; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 133 |
4530 | but yet Beloved there is a vast difference, their wills were never changed though their minds were much enlightened; hence they sinn'd wilfully. | but yet beloved there is a vast difference, their wills were never changed though their minds were much enlightened; hence they sinned wilfully. | cc-acp av vvn a-acp vbz dt j n1, po32 n2 vbdr av-x vvn c-acp po32 n2 vbdr av-d vvn; av pns32 vvd av-j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 133 |
4531 | The Lord never was dear to them, hence secret despight grew up, that at last they committed the impardonable sin, Hos. 10. 26, 29. 3. Because those Graces or Qualifications, |
The Lord never was dear to them, hence secret despite grew up, that At last they committed the impardonable since, Hos. 10. 26, 29. 3. Because those Graces or Qualifications, together with the Operations of them which Are in the faithful, Are the same with Christ, the same in kind and nature, John 1. 16. From his fullness we have received Grace for Grace; | dt n1 av-x vbds j-jn p-acp pno32, av j-jn n1 vvd a-acp, cst p-acp ord pns32 vvd dt j n1, np1 crd crd, crd crd p-acp d n2 cc n2, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vbr p-acp dt j, vbr dt d p-acp npg1, dt d p-acp n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd p-acp po31 n1 pns12 vhb vvn n1 p-acp n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 768 | Page 133 |
4532 | hence we are said to bear his Image, and because it's but little at first, | hence we Are said to bear his Image, and Because it's but little At First, | av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb po31 n1, cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j p-acp ord, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 769 | Page 133 |
4533 | hence from Glory to Glory, 2 Cor. 3. 18. Now the Lord Jesus had not only the Spirit which he had without measure, | hence from Glory to Glory, 2 Cor. 3. 18. Now the Lord jesus had not only the Spirit which he had without measure, | av p-acp n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd av dt n1 np1 vhd xx av-j dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd p-acp n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 769 | Page 133 |
4534 | but also he had many Divine qualities, habits, or Graces, which it is blasphemy to think that they were hypocritical or common, which the faithful receive from his fulnesse, | but also he had many Divine qualities, habits, or Graces, which it is blasphemy to think that they were hypocritical or Common, which the faithful receive from his fullness, | cc-acp av pns31 vhd d j-jn n2, n2, cc n2, r-crq pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbdr j cc j, r-crq dt j vvi p-acp po31 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 769 | Page 133 |
4535 | and wherein they are made in their measure like unto him: | and wherein they Are made in their measure like unto him: | cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1 av-j p-acp pno31: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 769 | Page 133 |
4536 | so the Saints have not only the Spirit, but also those peculiar operations of it wrought in them by the Spirit, whereby they come to be made like unto the Lord Jesus: | so the Saints have not only the Spirit, but also those peculiar operations of it wrought in them by the Spirit, whereby they come to be made like unto the Lord jesus: | av dt n2 vhb xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp av d j n2 pp-f pn31 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 np1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 769 | Page 133 |
4537 | Hence as there was an infinite distance between the Lord Jesus, and the best Hypocrite, so the likenesse that they have of the Lord Jesus, makes a difference now. | Hence as there was an infinite distance between the Lord jesus, and the best Hypocrite, so the likeness that they have of the Lord jesus, makes a difference now. | av c-acp pc-acp vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, cc dt js n1, av dt n1 cst pns32 vhb pp-f dt n1 np1, vvz dt n1 av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 769 | Page 133 |
4538 | And look as there is a difference between a Plant and a Beast, a Beast and a Man, | And look as there is a difference between a Plant and a Beast, a Beast and a Man, | cc vvb c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 769 | Page 133 |
4539 | so there is a glorious life which Saints have begun here in this life, which none have but themselves, 1 Pet. 5. 10. They have the First Fruits, &c. the which is meat and drink which no man knows of that lies in his hypocrisie and sins. | so there is a glorious life which Saints have begun Here in this life, which none have but themselves, 1 Pet. 5. 10. They have the First Fruits, etc. the which is meat and drink which no man knows of that lies in his hypocrisy and Sins. | av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 r-crq n2 vhb vvn av p-acp d n1, r-crq pix vhb p-acp px32, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vhb dt ord n2, av dt r-crq vbz n1 cc vvi r-crq dx n1 vvz pp-f d vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 769 | Page 133 |
4540 | 4. If there should be no difference, |
4. If there should be no difference, then these evils would follow: 1. This lays a Foundation of contempt of Grace, | crd cs pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1, av d n2-jn vmd vvi: crd np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4541 | and of the Beauty of Holinesse in the hearts and lives of Gods people: | and of the Beauty of Holiness in the hearts and lives of God's people: | cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4542 | for look as 'tis in the work of the Son in Redemption, if Christ should have dyed as much for Iudas as for Peter, and suspended the act of Faith to apply this on the Free will of either, | for look as it's in the work of the Son in Redemption, if christ should have died as much for Iudas as for Peter, and suspended the act of Faith to apply this on the Free will of either, | p-acp vvi c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cs np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp d c-acp np1 a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4543 | then Iudas had as much cause to thank Christ for his kindnesse as Peter: and Peter had no more cause of blessing Christ for his love in redeeming him, | then Iudas had as much cause to thank christ for his kindness as Peter: and Peter had no more cause of blessing christ for his love in redeeming him, | av np1 vhd p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1: cc np1 vhd dx dc n1 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg pno31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4544 | than Iudas, and what cold praises will he then give him: | than Iudas, and what cold praises will he then give him: | cs np1, cc r-crq j-jn n2 vmb pns31 av vvi pno31: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4545 | So if the Spirit of Christ should sanctifie or call a Saint no more than an Hypocrite, | So if the Spirit of christ should sanctify or call a Saint no more than an Hypocrite, | av cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1 av-dx av-dc cs dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4546 | then the one hath no more cause to be thankful for the work of the Spirit than the other: | then the one hath no more cause to be thankful for the work of the Spirit than the other: | cs dt crd vhz dx dc n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cs dt n-jn: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4547 | and when a man comes to look upon the work of the Spirit, and the Graces of it, there is cold water cast upon those; | and when a man comes to look upon the work of the Spirit, and the Graces of it, there is cold water cast upon those; | cc c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 vvn p-acp d; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4548 | this is no more than what a Hypocrite hath. | this is no more than what a Hypocrite hath. | d vbz dx dc cs r-crq dt n1 vhz. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4549 | Christ hath not only redeemed by price, but also by power, from the power of Satan, | christ hath not only redeemed by price, but also by power, from the power of Satan, | np1 vhz xx av-j vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp av p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4550 | Sin, Darknesse, Delusion, and not to be thankful for this, is not to be thankful for the Redemption of Christ: | since, Darkness, Delusion, and not to be thankful for this, is not to be thankful for the Redemption of christ: | n1, n1, n1, cc xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp d, vbz xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4551 | Thou shalt never have it then that dost despise the Spirit of Grace, whereby thou art but commonly sanctified. | Thou shalt never have it then that dost despise the Spirit of Grace, whereby thou art but commonly sanctified. | pns21 vm2 av-x vhi pn31 av cst vd2 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns21 vb2r p-acp av-j vvn. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 770 | Page 133 |
4552 | 2. Because this abolisheth the use of all conditional Promises made in the word: | 2. Because this abolisheth the use of all conditional Promises made in the word: | crd p-acp d vvz dt n1 pp-f d j vvz vvn p-acp dt n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 771 | Page 133 |
4553 | for you know they are made to some qualification or work of the Spirit in a man, some to Mourning, Poverty, Faith, Hunger, Lostnesse, &c. now if there should be no difference between seeming works in Hypocrites and these, | for you know they Are made to Some qualification or work of the Spirit in a man, Some to Mourning, Poverty, Faith, Hunger, Lostnesse, etc. now if there should be no difference between seeming works in Hypocrites and these, | c-acp pn22 vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, d p-acp vvg, n1, n1, n1, n1, av av cs pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp j-vvg n2 p-acp n2 cc d, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 771 | Page 133 |
4554 | then 1. the truth of the Promises is destroyed, for the Lord saith, They that hunger shall be satisfied. | then 1. the truth of the Promises is destroyed, for the Lord Says, They that hunger shall be satisfied. | cs crd dt n1 pp-f dt vvz vbz vvn, p-acp dt n1 vvz, pns32 cst n1 vmb vbi vvn. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 771 | Page 133 |
4555 | I'le answer, Hypocrites may hunger, and yet not be satisfied. 2. The use of these Promises should be lost, | I'll answer, Hypocrites may hunger, and yet not be satisfied. 2. The use of these Promises should be lost, | pns11|vmb vvi, n2 vmb n1, cc av xx vbi vvn. crd dt n1 pp-f d vvz vmd vbi vvn, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 771 | Page 133 |
4591 | But yet 'tis in it self such a living Fountain, as in it self doth not perish, though it may; | But yet it's in it self such a living Fountain, as in it self does not perish, though it may; | p-acp av pn31|vbz p-acp pn31 n1 d dt j-vvg n1, c-acp p-acp pn31 n1 vdz xx vvi, cs pn31 vmb; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 777 | Page 135 |
4556 | for why should a man then cast his Soul upon Gods faithfulnesse in the Promise, when 'tis but common love to him and Hypocrites: | for why should a man then cast his Soul upon God's faithfulness in the Promise, when it's but Common love to him and Hypocrites: | c-acp q-crq vmd dt n1 av vvd po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31|vbz p-acp j n1 p-acp pno31 cc n2: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 771 | Page 133 |
4557 | If it be replyed the one hath Christ, the other nor. | If it be replied the one hath christ, the other nor. | cs pn31 vbb vvn dt crd vhz np1, dt j-jn ccx. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 771 | Page 133 |
4558 | I answer, 'tis very true, but then I ask, Who is he a Christ to? it must needs be to a particular People described in the Word by their peculiar qualities, flowing from their forms and subjects by which they are known; | I answer, it's very true, but then I ask, Who is he a christ to? it must needs be to a particular People described in the Word by their peculiar qualities, flowing from their forms and subject's by which they Are known; | pns11 vvb, pn31|vbz av j, cc-acp av pns11 vvb, r-crq vbz pns31 dt np1 p-acp? pn31 vmb av vbi p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2, vvg p-acp po32 n2 cc n2-jn p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 771 | Page 133 |
4559 | and now consider Rev. 22. 19. Is God a God of the dead? and not of the living only? | and now Consider Rev. 22. 19. Is God a God of the dead? and not of the living only? | cc av vvb n1 crd crd vbz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j? cc xx pp-f dt j-vvg j? | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 771 | Page 133 |
4560 | 3. Because this makes the most holy men that ever lived deceivers of themselves and others; | 3. Because this makes the most holy men that ever lived deceivers of themselves and Others; | crd p-acp d vvz dt av-ds j n2 cst av vvd n2 pp-f px32 cc ng2-jn; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 772 | Page 133 |
4561 | only look upon Iohn Christs beloved Disciple, and bosomecompanion, he had received the anointing to know him that is true, and he knew he knew him, 1 John 2. 3. But how did he know that? he might be deceived (as 'tis strange to see what a melancholly fancy will do, and the effects of it; | only look upon John Christ Beloved Disciple, and bosomecompanion, he had received the anointing to know him that is true, and he knew he knew him, 1 John 2. 3. But how did he know that? he might be deceived (as it's strange to see what a melancholy fancy will do, and the effects of it; | av-j vvb p-acp np1 npg1 j-vvn n1, cc n1, pns31 vhd vvn dt vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 cst vbz j, cc pns31 vvd pns31 vvd pno31, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp q-crq vdd pns31 vvi d? pns31 vmd vbi vvn (c-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq dt j-jn n1 vmb vdi, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 772 | Page 134 |
4562 | as honest men are reputed to have weak brains, and never saw the depths of the secrets of God.) What's his last proof? because we keep his Commandments, i. e. | as honest men Are reputed to have weak brains, and never saw the depths of the secrets of God.) What's his last proof? Because we keep his commandments, i. e. | c-acp j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vhi j n2, cc av-x vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f np1.) q-crq|vbz po31 ord n1? c-acp pns12 vvb po31 n2, uh. sy. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 772 | Page 134 |
4563 | we have them writ in our hearts, and keep them, though we cannot fulfil them, it makes us every way more holy: | we have them writ in our hearts, and keep them, though we cannot fulfil them, it makes us every Way more holy: | pns12 vhb pno32 vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi pno32, cs pns12 vmbx vvi pno32, pn31 vvz pno12 d n1 av-dc j: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 772 | Page 134 |
4564 | Christ doth not keep them only, but we through his Grace keep them; thus he proves it by a work in him. | christ does not keep them only, but we through his Grace keep them; thus he Proves it by a work in him. | np1 vdz xx vvi pno32 av-j, cc-acp pns12 p-acp po31 n1 vvi pno32; av pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 772 | Page 134 |
4565 | Now thus I reply, if all works in the souls of Saints be common to Hypocrites, | Now thus I reply, if all works in the Souls of Saints be Common to Hypocrites, | av av pns11 vvb, cs d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vbb j p-acp n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 772 | Page 134 |
4566 | then Iohn went upon false grounds, deceived himself, and all that heard him, and all the Churches that ever were to this day. SECT. III. | then John went upon false grounds, deceived himself, and all that herd him, and all the Churches that ever were to this day. SECT. III. | av np1 vvd p-acp j n2, vvd px31, cc d cst vvd pno31, cc d dt n2 cst av vbdr p-acp d n1. n1. np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 772 | Page 134 |
4567 | TO the Papists, |
TO the Papists, who in their writings seek to shame the Churches of christ, saying that they deny all Inherent Righteousness or Graces, making a man just by the righteousness of christ, | p-acp dt njp2, r-crq p-acp po32 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, vvg cst pns32 vvb d j n1 cc n2, vvg dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 773 | Page 134 |
4568 | and in the mean while to remain like a Carkase or Ghost, or a painted Sepulchre full of rottennesse within. Three or four of these Archers that have shot these arrows I have met with, whereby they wound the heart of Profession, | and in the mean while to remain like a Carcase or Ghost, or a painted Sepulchre full of rottenness within. Three or four of these Archers that have shot these arrows I have met with, whereby they wound the heart of Profession, | cc p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 cc n1, cc dt j-vvn n1 j pp-f n1 a-acp. crd cc crd pp-f d n2 cst vhb vvn d n2 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp, c-crq pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 773 | Page 134 |
4569 | and keep the people in professed enmity and opposition against the waies of Gods Grace: | and keep the people in professed enmity and opposition against the ways of God's Grace: | cc vvi dt n1 p-acp j-vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 773 | Page 134 |
4570 | Now we do not only deny this, but we professe that the Lord doth not only out of the riches of his Grace accept us in Christ, | Now we do not only deny this, but we profess that the Lord does not only out of the riches of his Grace accept us in christ, | av pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi d, cc-acp pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vdz xx av-j av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvb pno12 p-acp np1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 773 | Page 134 |
4571 | but out of the same love sends down the Spirit of Grace, not only to make us civil and moral, | but out of the same love sends down the Spirit of Grace, not only to make us civil and moral, | cc-acp av pp-f dt d n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 j cc j, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 773 | Page 134 |
4572 | or hypocritical, but that the Lord works thereby such a change as is not to be found in the most refined Hypocrites breathing. | or hypocritical, but that the Lord works thereby such a change as is not to be found in the most refined Hypocrites breathing. | cc j, cc-acp cst dt n1 vvz av d dt n1 c-acp vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av-ds j-vvn n2 vvg. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 773 | Page 134 |
4573 | And we professe though our Justification doth not consist in this, yet who-ever hath not this is not justified (what-ever he may imagine) in the sight of God. | And we profess though our Justification does not consist in this, yet whoever hath not this is not justified (whatever he may imagine) in the sighed of God. | cc pns12 vvb cs po12 n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d, av j vhz xx d vbz xx vvn (j pns31 vmb vvi) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 773 | Page 134 |
4574 | And the Lord grant the Churches of the Lord Jesus may never open the mouths of those Blasphemers of his Name, in denying all righteousnesse in our selves at all; | And the Lord grant the Churches of the Lord jesus may never open the mouths of those Blasphemers of his Name, in denying all righteousness in our selves At all; | cc dt n1 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 vmb av-x vvi dt n2 pp-f d n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 773 | Page 134 |
4575 | Deny it to justifie, deny it not altogether. Of an old Ar•inian error; | Deny it to justify, deny it not altogether. Of an old Ar•inian error; | vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi, vvb pn31 xx av. pp-f dt j jp n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 773 | Page 134 |
4576 | for they hold and maintain an Inherent Righteousness, but that there is no difference between the Graces of Believers and Hypocrites, only in their Continuance, | c-acp pns32 vvb cc vvi dt j n1, p-acp cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, av-j p-acp po32 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 774 | Page 134 | |
4577 | and that is by chance too, and doubtful, viz. if they hold on, and for this purpose cite many Scriptures, three especially, that of Ezek. 18. 24. If the righteous man forsake, &c. which is spoken of rotten Pharisaical Hypocrites falling far short of what the Saints have. | and that is by chance too, and doubtful, viz. if they hold on, and for this purpose Cite many Scriptures, three especially, that of Ezekiel 18. 24. If the righteous man forsake, etc. which is spoken of rotten Pharisaical Hypocrites falling Far short of what the Saints have. | cc d vbz p-acp n1 av, cc j, n1 cs pns32 vvb a-acp, cc p-acp d n1 vvi d n2, crd av-j, cst pp-f np1 crd crd cs dt j n1 vvi, av r-crq vbz vvn pp-f j-vvn j n2 vvg av-j j pp-f r-crq dt n2 vhb. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 774 | Page 134 |
4578 | And the Parable of the Seed, Mat. 13. They all sprang up: | And the Parable of the Seed, Mathew 13. They all sprang up: | cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd pns32 d vvd a-acp: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 774 | Page 134 |
4579 | where 'tis manifest the soyl was naught out of which they that fell away did grow. | where it's manifest the soil was nought out of which they that fell away did grow. | c-crq pn31|vbz j dt n1 vbds pix av pp-f r-crq pns32 cst vvd av vdd vvi. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 774 | Page 134 |
4580 | And Heb. 10. 29. Blood wherewith they were sanctified, which is meant of such as had some inward enlightning, | And Hebrew 10. 29. Blood wherewith they were sanctified, which is meant of such as had Some inward enlightening, | np1 np1 crd crd n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, r-crq vbz vvn pp-f d c-acp vhd d j n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 774 | Page 134 |
4581 | and lasting, and external profession really, not in appearance only in them, yet not any saving and effectual work, | and lasting, and external profession really, not in appearance only in them, yet not any Saving and effectual work, | cc j-vvg, cc j n1 av-j, xx p-acp n1 av-j p-acp pno32, av xx d vvg cc j n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 774 | Page 134 |
4582 | but thus by making Grace common they make it vile, and under a colour of making all men watchful, they destroy all Faith in Gods faithfulnesse and Promise, especially until a man come to die. | but thus by making Grace Common they make it vile, and under a colour of making all men watchful, they destroy all Faith in God's faithfulness and Promise, especially until a man come to die. | cc-acp av p-acp vvg n1 j pns32 vvb pn31 j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg d n2 j, pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, av-j c-acp dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 774 | Page 134 |
4583 | Divines have many strong arguments against them, and shew however there may be decaies, and relapses, | Divines have many strong Arguments against them, and show however there may be decays, and relapses, | n2-jn vhb d j n2 p-acp pno32, cc vvi c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi n2, cc n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 774 | Page 134 |
4584 | and winter-seasons of the Saints, yet ever there remains in them the Seed of God, 1 Iohn 3. 9. Iohn 4. 14. The main ground of this their conceit hath been double. | and winter-seasons of the Saints, yet ever there remains in them the Seed of God, 1 John 3. 9. John 4. 14. The main ground of this their conceit hath been double. | cc n2 pp-f dt n2, av av a-acp vvz p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd dt j n1 pp-f d po32 n1 vhz vbn j-jn. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 774 | Page 134 |
4585 | 1. False observation, in beholding many fall off that were not Stars, but Snuffs, glorious Professors for a time; | 1. False observation, in beholding many fallen off that were not Stars, but Snuffs, glorious Professors for a time; | crd j n1, p-acp vvg d n1 a-acp cst vbdr xx n2, cc-acp n2, j n2 p-acp dt n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 776 | Page 134 |
4586 | and lest they should be mad without reason herein, they search the Scriptures, and in four thousand years find but four or five that fell away, David, Solomon, Hymeneus, Alexander, and D•mas, none of which if examined will serve their turn. | and lest they should be mad without reason herein, they search the Scriptures, and in four thousand Years find but four or five that fell away, David, Solomon, Hymenaeus, Alexander, and D•mas, none of which if examined will serve their turn. | cc cs pns32 vmd vbi j p-acp n1 av, pns32 vvb dt n2, cc p-acp crd crd n2 vvb p-acp crd cc crd cst vvd av, np1, np1, np1, np1, cc n2, pix pp-f r-crq cs vvn vmb vvi po32 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 776 | Page 134 |
4587 | 2. A great mistake of the work of Grace, together with their own experience, for they conceiving Grace to be but a mean thing, | 2. A great mistake of the work of Grace, together with their own experience, for they conceiving Grace to be but a mean thing, | crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp po32 d n1, c-acp pns32 vvg n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 777 | Page 134 |
4588 | and not understanding it, because they never felt it in themselves; hence make no difference between one man and another, and hence maintain apostacy from Grace. | and not understanding it, Because they never felt it in themselves; hence make no difference between one man and Another, and hence maintain apostasy from Grace. | cc xx vvg pn31, c-acp pns32 av-x vvd pn31 p-acp px32; av vvb dx n1 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn, cc av vvi n1 p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 777 | Page 134 |
4589 | I hope I need not stir you up to abhor this conceit, considering what hath been said. | I hope I need not stir you up to abhor this conceit, considering what hath been said. | pns11 vvb pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, vvg r-crq vhz vbn vvn. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 777 | Page 135 |
4592 | and in respect of Christ, it cannot. Obj. Did not Adam fall from all his Grace? | and in respect of christ, it cannot. Object Did not Adam fallen from all his Grace? | cc p-acp n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmbx. np1 vdd xx np1 vvb p-acp d po31 n1? | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 777 | Page 135 |
4593 | Answ. Yes, because he had neither the Covenant of Grace, nor the Spirit of Grace, nor power of Grace to support and keep him; | Answer Yes, Because he had neither the Covenant of Grace, nor the Spirit of Grace, nor power of Grace to support and keep him; | np1 uh, c-acp pns31 vhd dx dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 779 | Page 135 |
4594 | but its Gods covenant now to write his Law, to ut his fear in the heart, never to depart, | but its God's Covenant now to write his Law, to ut his Fear in the heart, never to depart, | cc-acp po31 ng1 n1 av pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp fw-la png31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av-x pc-acp vvi, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 779 | Page 135 |
4595 | and to give the Spirit of Christ, who is now risen from the dead. | and to give the Spirit of christ, who is now risen from the dead. | cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 779 | Page 135 |
4596 | Because I live, you shall live also, Iohn 14. 19. And power to keep us, 1 Pet. 1. 5. So that though 'tis Christ that keeps a man from falling, | Because I live, you shall live also, John 14. 19. And power to keep us, 1 Pet. 1. 5. So that though it's christ that keeps a man from falling, | c-acp pns11 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi av, np1 crd crd np1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, crd np1 crd crd av d c-acp pn31|vbz np1 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 779 | Page 135 |
4597 | yet the truth is, he that doth fall from Grace, as though it was a common fading thing, | yet the truth is, he that does fallen from Grace, as though it was a Common fading thing, | av dt n1 vbz, pns31 cst vdz vvi p-acp n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbds dt j j-vvg n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 779 | Page 135 |
4598 | or doth fall from Christ, he never had Christ at all, John 4. 14. The water that I shall give, shall be a Spring of living water, not of dead Graces, | or does fallen from christ, he never had christ At all, John 4. 14. The water that I shall give, shall be a Spring of living water, not of dead Graces, | cc vdz vvi p-acp np1, pns31 av-x vhd np1 p-acp d, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1, xx pp-f j n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 779 | Page 135 |
4599 | yet quickned by the Spirit, and helped continually. | yet quickened by the Spirit, and helped continually. | av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd av-j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 779 | Page 135 |
4600 | And its kept till life of Glory comes, where 'tis swallowed up in the Ocean of persection. | And its kept till life of Glory comes, where it's swallowed up in the Ocean of persecution. | cc pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvz, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 779 | Page 135 |
4601 | Hence we see the difference between the Graces of Hypocrites and Saints |
Hence we see the difference between the Graces of Hypocrites and Saints does not only lie in the efficient cause, viz. the Spirit of christ barely considered in it self, | av pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvn p-acp pn31 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4602 | for then there should be no difference at all, for there are not two Spirits, | for then there should be no difference At all, for there Are not two Spirits, | c-acp cs pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp d, c-acp pc-acp vbr xx crd n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4603 | and the same Spirit that works in the Faithful, the same Spirit is in the unfaithful, to work many strange works in them, 1 Cor. 12. 3, 4. Neither doth supernatural power of the Spirit distinguish (I mean that which is above the strength of nature, not that which is above the use of nature, | and the same Spirit that works in the Faithful, the same Spirit is in the unfaithful, to work many strange works in them, 1 Cor. 12. 3, 4. Neither does supernatural power of the Spirit distinguish (I mean that which is above the strength of nature, not that which is above the use of nature, | cc dt d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt j, dt d n1 vbz p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd, crd av-d vdz j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb (pns11 vvb cst r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx d r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4604 | for nature crooks all Gods works to it self) for the gifts of Prophecy and common joy are above the strength of meer nature, | for nature crooks all God's works to it self) for the Gifts of Prophecy and Common joy Are above the strength of mere nature, | p-acp n1 n2 d n2 vvz p-acp pn31 n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4605 | but the difference lies in the work it self. | but the difference lies in the work it self. | cc-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4606 | As 'tis in creation, the least speer of grasse hath the same power to make it, that made Heaven and Angels, Is there no difference then? Yes, it lies in the very work or effect of that power. | As it's in creation, the least speer of grass hath the same power to make it, that made Heaven and Angels, Is there no difference then? Yes, it lies in the very work or Effect of that power. | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1, dt ds n1 pp-f n1 vhz dt d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cst vvd n1 cc n2, vbz pc-acp dx n1 av? uh, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4607 | And as 'tis in a Cedar and a Fly, there •• more excellency in the former in some respects, | And as it's in a Cedar and a Fly, there •• more excellency in the former in Some respects, | cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, a-acp •• av-dc n1 p-acp dt j p-acp d n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4608 | but the latter hath another life, which the other hath not: So the meanest Believer is better than the most glorious Hypocrite. | but the latter hath Another life, which the other hath not: So the Meanest Believer is better than the most glorious Hypocrite. | cc-acp dt d vhz j-jn n1, r-crq dt n-jn vhz xx: av dt js n1 vbz jc cs dt av-ds j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4609 | And look as it was with Saul, when he was anointed King, there was a new Spirit came upon him, the Spirit of a King, which common Subjects had not; | And look as it was with Saul, when he was anointed King, there was a new Spirit Come upon him, the Spirit of a King, which Common Subjects had not; | cc vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn n1, pc-acp vbds dt j n1 vvd p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq j np1 vhd xx; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4610 | so when God makes us Kings and Priests unto Christ, there comes another Spirit upon us, which common men have not. | so when God makes us Kings and Priests unto christ, there comes Another Spirit upon us, which Common men have not. | av c-crq np1 vvz pno12 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, a-acp vvz j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq j n2 vhb xx. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4611 | I know there is the Spirit it self in the Saints, as 'tis not in other men; | I know there is the Spirit it self in the Saints, as it's not in other men; | pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp dt n2, c-acp pn31|vbz xx p-acp j-jn n2; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4612 | But how is it there? I know 'tis there by Faith, but not only by this, | But how is it there? I know it's there by Faith, but not only by this, | cc-acp q-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp? pns11 vvb pn31|vbz a-acp p-acp n1, cc-acp xx av-j p-acp d, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4613 | but by certain peculiar effects which are not in other men. | but by certain peculiar effects which Are not in other men. | cc-acp p-acp j j n2 r-crq vbr xx p-acp j-jn n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4614 | As 'tis with the soul, 'tis in the body, hence works a life which is not in any bruit creature, so 'tis here. | As it's with the soul, it's in the body, hence works a life which is not in any bruit creature, so it's Here. | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, av vvz dt n1 r-crq vbz xx p-acp d n1 n1, av pn31|vbz av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4615 | And hence 'tis said, The world cannot receive it, Iohn 14. 17. Mal. 3. 2, 3. Who is able to bear his coming, | And hence it's said, The world cannot receive it, John 14. 17. Malachi 3. 2, 3. Who is able to bear his coming, | cc av pn31|vbz vvn, dt n1 vmbx vvi pn31, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n-vvg, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4616 | because he comes to purifie, &c. Yet still the Spirit barely considered in •• self, puts no difference, | Because he comes to purify, etc. Yet still the Spirit barely considered in •• self, puts no difference, | c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, av av av dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp •• n1, vvz dx n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4617 | unlesse it be in respect of the work it self. Oh therefore look to it, do not say, I have now the Spirit and Christ. | unless it be in respect of the work it self. O Therefore look to it, do not say, I have now the Spirit and christ. | cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1. uh av vvb p-acp pn31, vdb xx vvi, pns11 vhb av dt n1 cc np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4618 | But what doth Christ work there? Iohn 15. 1, 2. There are but two sorts of Branches there, fruitless, and fruitful; | But what does christ work there? John 15. 1, 2. There Are but two sorts of Branches there, fruitless, and fruitful; | p-acp q-crq vdz np1 vvi a-acp? np1 crd crd, crd pc-acp vbr p-acp crd n2 pp-f n2 a-acp, j, cc j; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4619 | the difference is in the very fruits of them, &c. Oh then terrour to them that content themselves with common works, |
the difference is in the very fruits of them, etc. O then terror to them that content themselves with Common works, and so think their estates good. | dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno32, av uh av n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb px32 p-acp j n2, cc av vvb po32 n2 j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 780 | Page 135 |
4620 | You have been terrified, confessed, and repented, Iudas did so. | You have been terrified, confessed, and repented, Iudas did so. | pn22 vhb vbn vvn, vvn, cc vvd, np1 vdd av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 781 | Page 135 |
4621 | You have reformed many things, and take delight to draw •igh to God in Ordinances, those Hypocrites did so, in Isa. 58. You have seen nothing in your selves, the Devils do so. | You have reformed many things, and take delight to draw •igh to God in Ordinances, those Hypocrites did so, in Isaiah 58. You have seen nothing in your selves, the Devils do so. | pn22 vhb vvn d n2, cc vvb n1 pc-acp vvi j p-acp np1 p-acp n2, d n2 vdd av, p-acp np1 crd pn22 vhb vvn pix p-acp po22 n2, dt n2 vdb av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 781 | Page 135 |
4622 | You have had great ravishments, and seen the Glory of Heaven, of Saints, Bal••• did so. | You have had great ravishments, and seen the Glory of Heaven, of Saints, Bal••• did so. | pn22 vhb vhn j n2, cc vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n2, np1 vdd av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 781 | Page 135 |
4623 | You have beheld and seen the Lord Jesus, as if present on earth; | You have beheld and seen the Lord jesus, as if present on earth; | pn22 vhb vvn cc vvn dt n1 np1, c-acp cs j p-acp n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 781 | Page 135 |
4624 | Many saw him, heard him, and were lifted up to Heaven by him, and shall see him at last in Glory indeed. | Many saw him, herd him, and were lifted up to Heaven by him, and shall see him At last in Glory indeed. | d vvd pno31, vvd pno31, cc vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc vmb vvi pno31 p-acp ord p-acp n1 av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 781 | Page 135 |
4625 | Oh but my desires are good • Many shall seek, and not enter. | O but my Desires Are good • Many shall seek, and not enter. | uh p-acp po11 n2 vbr j • d vmb vvi, cc xx vvi. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 781 | Page 135 |
4626 | Oh therefore consider of your estate, and tremble, and set before thee all the mercy the Lord embraceth his people with! | O Therefore Consider of your estate, and tremble, and Set before thee all the mercy the Lord Embraceth his people with! | uh av vvb pp-f po22 n1, cc vvi, cc vvn p-acp pno21 d dt n1 dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 781 | Page 136 |
4627 | and say, Oh that mercy for me! and follow him till he hath done it. SECT. IV. HEnce it may appear that the tr•e Believer may know the blessednesse of his estate, |
and say, O that mercy for me! and follow him till he hath done it. SECT. IV. HEnce it may appear that the tr•e Believer may know the blessedness of his estate, by the •eculiarnesse of a work within him. | cc vvb, uh cst n1 p-acp pno11! cc vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vhz vdn pn31. n1. np1 av pn31 vmb vvi d dt j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 781 | Page 136 |
4628 | For if indeed there should be no difference between those Graces that be in Hypocrites and in Saints, | For if indeed there should be no difference between those Graces that be in Hypocrites and in Saints, | p-acp cs av pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp d n2 cst vbb p-acp n2 cc p-acp n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4629 | if no difference between Love, and Faith, and desire in one, and that which is in another, | if no difference between Love, and Faith, and desire in one, and that which is in Another, | cs dx n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc vvb p-acp pi, cc cst r-crq vbz p-acp j-jn, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4630 | then none could know the blessednesse of their estates by any work; | then none could know the blessedness of their estates by any work; | cs pix vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4631 | but seeing that the Lord hath made a vast and a known difference, so that God knows it, | but seeing that the Lord hath made a vast and a known difference, so that God knows it, | cc-acp vvg cst dt n1 vhz vvn dt j cc dt j-vvn n1, av cst np1 vvz pn31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4632 | and themselves know it, as hath been proved, and all the world might know it, | and themselves know it, as hath been proved, and all the world might know it, | cc px32 vvi pn31, c-acp vhz vbn vvn, cc d dt n1 vmd vvi pn31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4633 | but that they want eyes to see mens hearts, and they shall know it at the last day to their eternal anguish, when the hidden things of darknesse, and the secrets of all hearts shall be opened, then it must needs follow from the knowledge of such a work, a man may conclude his blessed and safe estate. | but that they want eyes to see men's hearts, and they shall know it At the last day to their Eternal anguish, when the hidden things of darkness, and the secrets of all hearts shall be opened, then it must needs follow from the knowledge of such a work, a man may conclude his blessed and safe estate. | cc-acp cst pns32 vvb n2 pc-acp vvi ng2 n2, cc pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp po32 j n1, c-crq dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2-jn pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn, av pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi po31 j-vvn cc j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4634 | By work, I mean, no Popish good work, nor consider a work without a peculiar word of promise made the eunto. | By work, I mean, no Popish good work, nor Consider a work without a peculiar word of promise made the eunto. | p-acp n1, pns11 vvb, dx j j n1, ccx vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvd dt av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4635 | If we should ask a woman married to another Husband, how she knows such a one is her husband, she would manifest it by those peculiar acts or works or manifestations of a husband to her. | If we should ask a woman married to Another Husband, how she knows such a one is her husband, she would manifest it by those peculiar acts or works or manifestations of a husband to her. | cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vvz d dt pi vbz po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp d j n2 cc n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4636 | She hath known he hath forsaken great offers, and come to her: | She hath known he hath forsaken great offers, and come to her: | pns31 vhz vvn pns31 vhz vvn j n2, cc vvb p-acp pno31: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4637 | Her heart that was most opposite, was at last overcome to forsake all, then they entred into a peculiar bond of covenant, | Her heart that was most opposite, was At last overcome to forsake all, then they entered into a peculiar bound of Covenant, | po31 n1 cst vbds av-ds j-jn, vbds p-acp ord vvn pc-acp vvi d, cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4638 | so that they cannot part, and though they do depart, yet they stay not long. So here: | so that they cannot part, and though they do depart, yet they stay not long. So Here: | av cst pns32 vmbx vvi, cc cs pns32 vdb vvi, av pns32 vvb xx av-j. av av: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4639 | If you should have asked the Israelites, how they did know they should be saved from the destroying Angel? Why the Lord hath promised to save us. | If you should have asked the Israelites, how they did know they should be saved from the destroying Angel? Why the Lord hath promised to save us. | cs pn22 vmd vhi vvn dt np2, c-crq pns32 vdd vvi pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt vvg n1? q-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno12. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4640 | You that do what? That sprinkle the door-posts with the Blood. | You that do what? That sprinkle the door-posts with the Blood. | pn22 cst vdb r-crq? d vvb dt n2 p-acp dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4641 | So the destroying Angel of Gods presence shall destroy millions of people, and that in the night-time, when they least suspect it. Notwithstanding all deliverances; | So the destroying Angel of God's presence shall destroy millions of people, and that in the nighttime, when they least suspect it. Notwithstanding all Deliverances; | av dt vvg n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vvi crd pp-f n1, cc cst p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 ds vvi pn31. a-acp d n2; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4642 | miracles, plagues and repentances, Shall you be preserved? Yes, the Lord hath promised it, and reveal'd it. | Miracles, plagues and repentances, Shall you be preserved? Yes, the Lord hath promised it, and revealed it. | n2, n2 cc n2, vmb pn22 vbi vvn? uh, dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, cc vvd pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4643 | To whom? To them that have their door-posts sprinkled with Christ's Blood, apprehended by the work of Faith, Rom 3. 24, 25. Heb. 10. 22. If one should have asked the Lord Jesus himself, whom he loveth? he would Iohn to answer, his sheep, for for them he layes down his life; be they feeble or strong. | To whom? To them that have their door-posts sprinkled with Christ's Blood, apprehended by the work of Faith, Rom 3. 24, 25. Hebrew 10. 22. If one should have asked the Lord jesus himself, whom he loves? he would John to answer, his sheep, for for them he lays down his life; be they feeble or strong. | p-acp qo-crq? p-acp pno32 cst vhb po32 n2 vvn p-acp npg1 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd cs pi vmd vhi vvn dt n1 np1 px31, ro-crq pns31 vvz? pns31 vmd np1 pc-acp vvi, po31 n1, p-acp p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n1; vbb pns32 j cc j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4644 | If one should ask further, who are his sheep? he would describe them by several properties, | If one should ask further, who Are his sheep? he would describe them by several properties, | cs pi vmd vvi av-jc, r-crq vbr po31 n1? pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp j n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4645 | as he hath done, Iohn 10. Such as know me, as hear me only, as follow me. So if you ask a believer that question, | as he hath done, John 10. Such as know me, as hear me only, as follow me. So if you ask a believer that question, | c-acp pns31 vhz vdn, np1 crd d c-acp vvb pno11, p-acp vvb pno11 j, c-acp vvb pno11. av cs pn22 vvb dt n1 cst n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4646 | How do you know you are loved? Is it good to answer with Christ, I am his sleep, | How do you know you Are loved? Is it good to answer with christ, I am his sleep, | q-crq vdb pn22 vvb pn22 vbr vvn? vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns11 vbm po31 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4647 | for whom he hath laid down his life, when I was lost an went astray. | for whom he hath laid down his life, when I was lost an went astray. | p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns11 vbds vvn dt vvd av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4648 | But how do you know that? Is he now to answ•• like Christ, by these properties wrought in me, | But how do you know that? Is he now to answ•• like christ, by these properties wrought in me, | p-acp q-crq vdb pn22 vvi d? vbz pns31 av p-acp n1 av-j np1, p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp pno11, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4649 | or no? If you say, No, because all these an hypocrite may have, then the Lord Jesus hath done very weakly in describing his own sheep, by such properties to be his, which discover them no more than so: | or no? If you say, No, Because all these an hypocrite may have, then the Lord jesus hath done very weakly in describing his own sheep, by such properties to be his, which discover them no more than so: | cc dx? cs pn22 vvb, uh-dx, c-acp d d dt n1 vmb vhi, cs dt n1 np1 vhz vdn av av-j p-acp vvg po31 d n1, p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi png31, r-crq vvb pno32 av-dx dc cs av: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4650 | Its true an hypocrite hath somthing like all these, but not these indeed. If you say, yes, then a man may know his blessed estate by these. | Its true an hypocrite hath something like all these, but not these indeed. If you say, yes, then a man may know his blessed estate by these. | pn31|vbz j dt n1 vhz pi av-j d d, cc-acp xx d av. cs pn22 vvb, uh, cs dt n1 vmb vvi po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp d. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4651 | The promise is, Prov. 8. 17. I love them that love me. | The promise is, Curae 8. 17. I love them that love me. | dt n1 vbz, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb pno32 cst vvb pno11. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4652 | But how do you know you love the Lord? There is the question, If Satan and blind carnal reason ask this question, you will be filled with accusations, and never satisfie them; | But how do you know you love the Lord? There is the question, If Satan and blind carnal reason ask this question, you will be filled with accusations, and never satisfy them; | cc-acp q-crq vdb pn22 vvb pn22 vvb dt n1? pc-acp vbz dt n1, cs np1 cc j j n1 vvi d n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc av-x vvi pno32; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4653 | for he that accused Iob to Gods face, will much more to their own faces, accuse Saints of hypocrisie. | for he that accused Job to God's face, will much more to their own faces, accuse Saints of hypocrisy. | c-acp pns31 cst vvd np1 p-acp npg1 n1, vmb av-d av-dc p-acp po32 d n2, vvb n2 pp-f n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4654 | If uncharitable men that never had the love of Christ abiding in their hearts, you will never satisfie them; | If uncharitable men that never had the love of christ abiding in their hearts, you will never satisfy them; | cs j n2 cst av-x vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp po32 n2, pn22 vmb av-x vvi pno32; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4655 | but if the Lord ask the question in his Word, hold there, and the work is so clear, that though there hath been much decay, | but if the Lord ask the question in his Word, hold there, and the work is so clear, that though there hath been much decay, | cc-acp cs dt n1 vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvb a-acp, cc dt n1 vbz av j, cst cs a-acp vhz vbn d n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4656 | yet after recovery, the soul dares eye the Sun, and say, Lord, thou knowest all things, thou knowest that I love thee, Iohn 21. 17. Hence by this work you may come to know your safe estate. | yet After recovery, the soul dares eye the Sun, and say, Lord, thou Knowest all things, thou Knowest that I love thee, John 21. 17. Hence by this work you may come to know your safe estate. | av p-acp n1, dt n1 vvz n1 dt n1, cc vvi, n1, pns21 vv2 d n2, pns21 vv2 cst pns11 vvb pno21, np1 crd crd av p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po22 j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 782 | Page 136 |
4657 | 1. A man may know his blessed estate in respect of time past, by a work, i. e. with a word or promise made to it, | 1. A man may know his blessed estate in respect of time past, by a work, i. e. with a word or promise made to it, | crd dt n1 vmb vvi po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 j, p-acp dt n1, sy. sy. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pn31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4658 | and the Spirit revealing of it, viz. the everlasting thoughts and election of God toward him, Rom. 8. 28. Them that love God, who are called according to his purpose, notwithstanding all their miseries and sins; | and the Spirit revealing of it, viz. the everlasting thoughts and election of God towards him, Rom. 8. 28. Them that love God, who Are called according to his purpose, notwithstanding all their misery's and Sins; | cc dt n1 vvg pp-f pn31, n1 dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pno32 d n1 np1, r-crq vbr vvn vvg p-acp po31 n1, a-acp d po32 n2 cc n2; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4659 | yet love him, and so called according to his purpose, for so the Apostle raiseth up his thoughts. | yet love him, and so called according to his purpose, for so the Apostle Raiseth up his thoughts. | av vvb pno31, cc av vvd vvg p-acp po31 n1, p-acp av dt n1 vvz a-acp po31 n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4660 | I know the world is full of want of love, and think it easie so to do, | I know the world is full of want of love, and think it easy so to do, | pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz j pp-f n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pn31 j av pc-acp vdi, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4661 | and like the Devil, are very kind to the Lord, as they think, while the Lord ple•seth them; | and like the devil, Are very kind to the Lord, as they think, while the Lord ple•seth them; | cc av-j dt n1, vbr av j p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvb, cs dt n1 vvz pno32; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4662 | who yet when the time of patience is out, shall be eternal blasphemers of him. | who yet when the time of patience is out, shall be Eternal blasphemers of him. | r-crq av c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av, vmb vbi j n2 pp-f pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4663 | But there is such love whereby Saints may raise up their hearts thus to see Gods love, 1 Thes. 1. 4, 5. Knowing your Election of God. | But there is such love whereby Saints may raise up their hearts thus to see God's love, 1 Thebes 1. 4, 5. Knowing your Election of God. | p-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 c-crq n2 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n2 av pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd vvg po22 n1 pp-f np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4664 | How so? Immediatly? Some Divines think Angels see it not so, and that its peculiar to God so to do: | How so? Immediately? some Divines think Angels see it not so, and that its peculiar to God so to do: | c-crq av? av-j? d n2-jn vvb n2 vvi pn31 xx av, cc cst po31 j p-acp np1 av pc-acp vdi: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4665 | But mediatly, for our word came in power and in much assurance to make you enlarged for God, to turn you from Idols unto God, | But mediately, for our word Come in power and in much assurance to make you enlarged for God, to turn you from Idols unto God, | cc-acp av-j, c-acp po12 n1 vvd p-acp n1 cc p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvd p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n2 p-acp np1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4666 | and to wait for Christ in Heaven, seeing him here, but as in a Glasse. | and to wait for christ in Heaven, seeing him Here, but as in a Glass. | cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vvg pno31 av, cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4667 | And by the same Spirit Paul saw it, by the same Spirit they might much more see it, | And by the same Spirit Paul saw it, by the same Spirit they might much more see it, | cc p-acp dt d n1 np1 vvd pn31, p-acp dt d n1 pns32 vmd av-d av-dc vvi pn31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4668 | and so the Elect may see it. And •f experience may be added to the Truth; | and so the Elect may see it. And •f experience may be added to the Truth; | cc av dt n1 vmb vvi pn31. cc j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4689 | Now whether a man first comes to know his estate by a work, word, and spirit, | Now whither a man First comes to know his estate by a work, word, and Spirit, | av cs dt n1 ord vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 137 |
4669 | How many of Gods people dayly, knowing their work of vocation and glory, ascend from these lower stairs of the Lords Ladder, to the highest of Election, | How many of God's people daily, knowing their work of vocation and glory, ascend from these lower stairs of the lords Ladder, to the highest of Election, | c-crq d pp-f npg1 n1 av-j, vvg po32 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp d jc n2 pp-f dt n2 n1, p-acp dt js pp-f n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4670 | and there are swallowed up with eternal wonderment, filling their hearts with that joy and peace, that the weak. | and there Are swallowed up with Eternal wonderment, filling their hearts with that joy and peace, that the weak. | cc pc-acp vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j n1, vvg po32 n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1, cst dt j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4671 | Tabernacle of flesh and blood cannot be at the weight of that Glory long; | Tabernacle of Flesh and blood cannot be At the weight of that Glory long; | np1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmbx vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 av-j; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4672 | That by works see the promise, and by the promise of love behold e•ernal thoughts of love: | That by works see the promise, and by the promise of love behold e•ernal thoughts of love: | cst p-acp n2 vvb dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb j n2 pp-f n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4673 | And hence promises are said to be given to Saint•, before the world began: Because promises to them that thirst, mourn, believe, &c. are not bare words, | And hence promises Are said to be given to Saint•, before the world began: Because promises to them that thirst, mourn, believe, etc. Are not bore words, | cc av n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vvd: c-acp n2 p-acp pno32 cst vvb, vvb, vvb, av vbr xx j n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4674 | but eternal counsels, in which you see Gods purpose. | but Eternal Counsels, in which you see God's purpose. | cc-acp j n2, p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb npg1 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 783 | Page 137 |
4675 | 2. In respect of time present, by it we know our present union to the Lord Jesus, 1 John 2. 4. He that saith I know him, | 2. In respect of time present, by it we know our present Union to the Lord jesus, 1 John 2. 4. He that Says I know him, | crd p-acp n1 pp-f n1 j, p-acp pn31 pns12 vvi po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz pns11 vvb pno31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 784 | Page 137 |
4676 | and keeps not his Commandments, is a Liar. | and keeps not his commandments, is a Liar. | cc vvz xx po31 n2, vbz dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 784 | Page 137 |
4677 | Yes, that is true negatively, but may a man, ought a man to see or know his union positively by this? Ans v. 5. Many said, they did know and love the Lord, | Yes, that is true negatively, but may a man, ought a man to see or know his Union positively by this? Ans v. 5. Many said, they did know and love the Lord, | uh, cst vbz j av-j, cc-acp vmb dt n1, vmd dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 av-j p-acp d? fw-fr n1 crd av-d vvn, pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 784 | Page 137 |
4678 | but he that keeps his words, Oh they are sweet! | but he that keeps his words, O they Are sweet! | cc-acp pns31 cst vvz po31 n2, uh pns32 vbr j! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 784 | Page 137 |
4679 | Its Heaven to cleave to him in every command, its death to depart from any command. | Its Heaven to cleave to him in every command, its death to depart from any command. | po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 784 | Page 137 |
4680 | Hereby know we that we are in him. | Hereby know we that we Are in him. | av vvb pns12 d pns12 vbr p-acp pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 784 | Page 137 |
4681 | If it were possible to ask of Angels how they know they are not devils? they would answer, the Lords will is ours: So here. | If it were possible to ask of Angels how they know they Are not Devils? they would answer, the lords will is ours: So Here. | cs pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vbr xx n2? pns32 vmd vvi, dt n2 vmb vbz png12: av av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 784 | Page 137 |
4682 | How do you know you have not the nature of Devils, and so in state of Devils bound there till the judgment of the great day? Because God hath ch•nged our vile natures, | How do you know you have not the nature of Devils, and so in state of Devils bound there till the judgement of the great day? Because God hath ch•nged our vile nature's, | q-crq vdb pn22 vvb pn22 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av p-acp n1 pp-f n2 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1? p-acp np1 vhz vvn po12 j n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 784 | Page 137 |
4683 | and made our wills like unto his glorious will, &c. So for forgiveness, Luke 7. 47. Much is forgiven her, &c. 3. In respect of the state of Glory for time to come. | and made our wills like unto his glorious will, etc. So for forgiveness, Lycia 7. 47. Much is forgiven her, etc. 3. In respect of the state of Glory for time to come. | cc vvd po12 n2 av-j p-acp po31 j vmb, av av p-acp n1, av crd crd d vbz vvn pno31, av crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 784 | Page 137 |
4684 | We may know our blessed est•te by a work, 1 Cor. 2. 9. Eye hath not seen what the Lord hath prepared for them that love him, Psal. 31. 19. Oh how great is thy goodnesse laid up for them that fear thee! | We may know our blessed est•te by a work, 1 Cor. 2. 9. Eye hath not seen what the Lord hath prepared for them that love him, Psalm 31. 19. O how great is thy Goodness laid up for them that Fear thee! | pns12 vmb vvi po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd n1 vhz xx vvn r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, np1 crd crd uh q-crq j vbz po21 n1 vvn a-acp p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno21! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 785 | Page 137 |
4685 | 3 Cor. 5. 3. If cloathed with Christ, whole Christ, v. 5, 6. He hath fitted us for this, | 3 Cor. 5. 3. If clothed with christ, Whole christ, v. 5, 6. He hath fitted us for this, | crd np1 crd crd cs vvn p-acp np1, j-jn np1, n1 crd, crd pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 785 | Page 137 |
4686 | and given the earnest of the Spirit, which, Rom. 8. 23. are first-fruits of Glory, therefore we are confident. | and given the earnest of the Spirit, which, Rom. 8. 23. Are Firstfruits of Glory, Therefore we Are confident. | cc vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq, np1 crd crd vbr n2 pp-f n1, av pns12 vbr j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 785 | Page 137 |
4687 | Obj. But if you look to your selves, you will have peace to day and sorrow to morrow. | Object But if you look to your selves, you will have peace to day and sorrow to morrow. | np1 cc-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 786 | Page 137 |
4688 | Nay, we are alwaies consident, and yet Paul did not now go on in a Covenant of works. | Nay, we Are always confident, and yet Paul did not now go on in a Covenant of works. | uh, pns12 vbr av j, cc av np1 vdd xx av vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 137 |
4690 | so that there are three things to evidence our happy estate, or whether by two things only, viz. a ge•eral word and spirit, I intend not to dispute, | so that there Are three things to evidence our happy estate, or whither by two things only, viz. a ge•eral word and Spirit, I intend not to dispute, | av cst a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp n1 po12 j n1, cc cs p-acp crd n2 av-j, n1 dt j n1 cc n1, pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 137 |
4691 | because it makes nothing against the truth in hand: | Because it makes nothing against the truth in hand: | c-acp pn31 vvz pix p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 137 |
4692 | Only this I say, its very dangerous to limit the Holy One of Israel, especially in his freedom of working, to breath light, | Only this I say, its very dangerous to limit the Holy One of Israel, especially in his freedom of working, to breath Light, | av-j d pns11 vvb, pn31|vbz av j p-acp vvb dt j pi pp-f np1, av-j p-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvg, pc-acp vvi n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 137 |
4693 | and life, and divine consolation, when and by what means and promise, and in what measure he will. | and life, and divine consolation, when and by what means and promise, and in what measure he will. | cc n1, cc j-jn n1, c-crq cc p-acp r-crq n2 cc n1, cc p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmb. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 137 |
4694 | Christ when he was here on earth, would say somtimes, thy sins are forgiven, Mat. 9. 2. Somtimes be it unto as thou believest, Mat. 9. 28, 29. Nay, be it unto thee as thou wilt, Mat. 15. 28. If in these inferiour things, much more in greater. | christ when he was Here on earth, would say sometimes, thy Sins Are forgiven, Mathew 9. 2. Sometimes be it unto as thou Believest, Mathew 9. 28, 29. Nay, be it unto thee as thou wilt, Mathew 15. 28. If in these inferior things, much more in greater. | np1 c-crq pns31 vbds av p-acp n1, vmd vvi av, po21 n2 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd av vbb pn31 p-acp c-acp pns21 vv2, np1 crd crd, crd uh-x, vbb pn31 p-acp pno21 c-acp pns21 vm2, np1 crd crd cs p-acp d j-jn n2, av-d av-dc p-acp jc. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 138 |
4695 | Christ is now gone, and we have no immediate speech with him, but in his Word, | christ is now gone, and we have no immediate speech with him, but in his Word, | np1 vbz av vvn, cc pns12 vhb dx j n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 138 |
4696 | and he is free to speak to his people according as he pleaseth, and when they need. | and he is free to speak to his people according as he Pleases, and when they need. | cc pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 vvg c-acp pns31 vvz, cc c-crq pns32 vvb. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 138 |
4697 | And therefore let me entreat Brethren to be wary in their speeches in dashing all promises in pieces. | And Therefore let me entreat Brothers to be wary in their Speeches in dashing all promises in Pieces. | cc av vvb pno11 vvi n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 138 |
4698 | What Christian heart can see Gods Truth mangled, without being angry and mourning for the hardnesse of mens hearts? The Lord hath spoken peace to some mens hearts thus, he that is lost shall be found, He that believes in me shall never hunger, and he that comes to me shall never thirst; | What Christian heart can see God's Truth mangled, without being angry and mourning for the hardness of men's hearts? The Lord hath spoken peace to Some men's hearts thus, he that is lost shall be found, He that believes in me shall never hunger, and he that comes to me shall never thirst; | q-crq np1 n1 vmb vvi npg1 n1 vvn, p-acp vbg j cc j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2? dt n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp d ng2 n2 av, pns31 cst vbz vvn vmb vbi vvn, pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x n1, cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x vvi; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 138 |
4699 | and seeing this, they conclude, the Lords Spirit helping them (for somtime they cannot do it) peace. | and seeing this, they conclude, the lords Spirit helping them (for sometime they cannot do it) peace. | cc vvg d, pns32 vvb, dt n2 n1 vvg pno32 (c-acp av pns32 vmbx vdi pn31) n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 138 |
4700 | For the Major is the Word, the Minor Experience, and the Conclusion the Lords Spirits work quickning your spirits to it. | For the Major is the Word, the Minor Experience, and the Conclusion the lords Spirits work quickening your spirits to it. | p-acp dt j vbz dt n1, dt j vvb, cc dt n1 dt n2 n2 vvb j-vvg po22 n2 p-acp pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 138 |
4701 | Now say some, how do you know this? Thus you may be mistaken, for many have been deceived thus. | Now say Some, how do you know this? Thus you may be mistaken, for many have been deceived thus. | av vvb d, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi d? av pn22 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp d vhb vbn vvn av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 138 |
4702 | Grant that, And shall a child not take bread when 'tis given him though dogs snatch at it? What should one do then? Bring their work to the light, to the triall of the Word, which you know doth but two things. Shews that God is. And | Grant that, And shall a child not take bred when it's given him though Dogs snatch At it? What should one do then? Bring their work to the Light, to the trial of the Word, which you know does but two things. Shows that God is. And | n1 cst, cc vmb dt n1 xx vvi n1 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn pno31 cs n2 vvb p-acp pn31? q-crq vmd pi vdi av? vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pn22 vvb vdz cc-acp crd n2. vvz cst np1 vbz. cc | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 787 | Page 138 |
4703 | 2. What man is, and so discovers and describes all hypocrise of men, and all grace of men, | 2. What man is, and so discovers and describes all hypocrise of men, and all grace of men, | crd q-crq n1 vbz, cc av vvz cc vvz d n1 pp-f n2, cc d n1 pp-f n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4704 | now if it will not bear the trial of the Word, convince them they have gone on in a covenant of works indeed: | now if it will not bear the trial of the Word, convince them they have gone on in a Covenant of works indeed: | av cs pn31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvi pno32 pns32 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4705 | But if it will, hold there, take heed then of false witnesse against the Truth of God; | But if it will, hold there, take heed then of false witness against the Truth of God; | cc-acp cs pn31 vmb, vvb a-acp, vvb n1 av pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4706 | so that do not condemn the work of Christ in any man, where 'tis of the right stamp, | so that do not condemn the work of christ in any man, where it's of the right stamp, | av d vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pn31|vbz pp-f dt j-jn n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4707 | and hath Christs Image upon it, and so pluck men from their claim to Christs love revealed in his promise. | and hath Christ Image upon it, and so pluck men from their claim to Christ love revealed in his promise. | cc vhz npg1 n1 p-acp pn31, cc av vvb n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp npg1 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4749 | Hence how can you say peace is yours, till this be cleared up unto you? | Hence how can you say peace is yours, till this be cleared up unto you? | av q-crq vmb pn22 vvi n1 vbz png22, c-acp d vbb vvn a-acp p-acp pn22? | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 793 | Page 139 |
4708 | But learn to difference it once, and then I am perswaded the sad differences that begin to appear, would soon be ended among all them that love the Truth in Christ Iesus, 2 Pet. 1. 4. Whereby are given to us that have precious Faith, exceeding great and precious promises, The Lord gives little to his people, Oh but he gives them rich promises! | But Learn to difference it once, and then I am persuaded the sad differences that begin to appear, would soon be ended among all them that love the Truth in christ Iesus, 2 Pet. 1. 4. Whereby Are given to us that have precious Faith, exceeding great and precious promises, The Lord gives little to his people, O but he gives them rich promises! | p-acp vvi p-acp n1 pn31 a-acp, cc av pns11 vbm vvn dt j n2 cst vvb pc-acp vvi, vmd av vbi vvn p-acp d pno32 cst n1 dt n1 p-acp np1 np1, crd np1 crd crd c-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno12 cst vhb j n1, vvg j cc j n2, dt n1 vvz j p-acp po31 n1, uh cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 j n2! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4709 | Bonds, and Bills, and writings to shew for rich Grace, and riches of Glory, and riches of peace. | Bonds, and Bills, and writings to show for rich Grace, and riches of Glory, and riches of peace. | np1, cc n2, cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, cc n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4710 | Oh but these promises Hypocrites may have! they may be lost, and hunger and thirst, and believe. | O but these promises Hypocrites may have! they may be lost, and hunger and thirst, and believe. | uh p-acp d n2 n2 vmb vhi! pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc n1 cc n1, cc vvi. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4711 | What as those do that have their interest in these promises? Why are they called precious Promises? Precious promises are not common things. | What as those do that have their Interest in these promises? Why Are they called precious Promises? Precious promises Are not Common things. | q-crq p-acp d vdb cst vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n2? q-crq vbr pns32 vvn j vvz? j n2 vbr xx j n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4712 | Precious promises are not the portion of a base world. | Precious promises Are not the portion of a base world. | j n2 vbr xx dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4713 | Precious things God never gives to dogs, and believe me, you may come to know the price of them in the times of your horrour on death-bed, that account them common now. | Precious things God never gives to Dogs, and believe me, you may come to know the price of them in the times of your horror on deathbed, that account them Common now. | j n2 n1 av-x vvz p-acp n2, cc vvb pno11, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp n1, cst vvb pno32 j av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4714 | Oh but many rest on promises without Christ! | O but many rest on promises without christ! | uh p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 p-acp np1! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4715 | That's all one, the faithful by them come to partake of the Divine Nature, of Christ, of his Spirit, of Divine Consolations, Peace, Grace, | That's all one, the faithful by them come to partake of the Divine Nature, of christ, of his Spirit, of Divine Consolations, Peace, Grace, | d|vbz d pi, dt j p-acp pno32 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j-jn n1, pp-f np1, pp-f po31 n1, pp-f j-jn n2, n1, n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4716 | and this is not building on a work, or resting on a bare promise, when it carries you to Christ and the everlasting embracings of him. | and this is not building on a work, or resting on a bore promise, when it carries you to christ and the everlasting embracings of him. | cc d vbz xx vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pn31 vvz pn22 p-acp np1 cc dt j n2-vvg pp-f pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4717 | Its no matter what promise gives peace, so long as it lands us in Christ. | Its no matter what promise gives peace, so long as it Lands us in christ. | pn31|vbz dx n1 r-crq n1 vvz n1, av av-j c-acp pn31 n2 pno12 p-acp np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4718 | And therefore a man may know his blessed estate by a work, only let me put in three Cautions. | And Therefore a man may know his blessed estate by a work, only let me put in three Cautions. | cc av dt n1 vmb vvi po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j vvb pno11 vvi p-acp crd n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 789 | Page 138 |
4719 | 1. Take heed you do not in your judgment or in your practise go about to move the Lord to love you by your work, | 1. Take heed you do not in your judgement or in your practice go about to move the Lord to love you by your work, | crd vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx p-acp po22 n1 cc p-acp po22 n1 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 790 | Page 138 |
4720 | though it be of his making. | though it be of his making. | cs pn31 vbb pp-f po31 n-vvg. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 790 | Page 138 |
4721 | For all works are fruits, no causes of the Lords love, for this is Popery indeed, | For all works Are fruits, no Causes of the lords love, for this is Popery indeed, | p-acp d n2 vbr n2, dx n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb, p-acp d vbz n1 av, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 790 | Page 138 |
4722 | and 'tis Hypocrise, Isa. 58. 3, 4. Why have we fasted, and prayed, and delighted to draw near unto God? &c. but look upon the work and promise, | and it's Hypocrise, Isaiah 58. 3, 4. Why have we fasted, and prayed, and delighted to draw near unto God? etc. but look upon the work and promise, | cc pn31|vbz n1, np1 crd crd, crd q-crq vhb pns12 vvd, cc vvd, cc vvd pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1? av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 790 | Page 138 |
4723 | and be the more vile in thine own eyes, that the Lord should promise, or do any thing for thee. | and be the more vile in thine own eyes, that the Lord should promise, or do any thing for thee. | cc vbb dt av-dc j p-acp po21 d n2, cst dt n1 vmd vvi, cc vdb d n1 p-acp pno21. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 790 | Page 138 |
4724 | So that when you feel any saving work, go not to God with expectation of any good in the name of that work, | So that when you feel any Saving work, go not to God with expectation of any good in the name of that work, | av cst c-crq pn22 vvb d j-vvg n1, vvb xx p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f d j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 790 | Page 138 |
4725 | but in the name of that free Grace and Faithfulnesse of God, which hath moved him to make such precious promises to such as those are that have it. | but in the name of that free Grace and Faithfulness of God, which hath moved him to make such precious promises to such as those Are that have it. | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp d c-acp d vbr d vhb pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 790 | Page 138 |
4726 | Hast not said Solomon shall reign? 1 Kings 1. 13. So here. | Hast not said Solomon shall Reign? 1 Kings 1. 13. So Here. | vh2 xx vvn np1 vmb vvi? crd n2 crd crd av av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 790 | Page 138 |
4727 | 2. Take heed you do not sit down contented with the work, and quiet your selves with that, never looking to behold his face that gave it, that wrought it. | 2. Take heed you do not fit down contented with the work, and quiet your selves with that, never looking to behold his face that gave it, that wrought it. | crd vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp d, av-x vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cst vvd pn31, cst vvd pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 138 |
4728 | The poor blind man, Iohn 9. had a mighty cure upon him, and some seed of Faith; | The poor blind man, John 9. had a mighty cure upon him, and Some seed of Faith; | dt j j n1, np1 crd vhd dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cc d n1 pp-f n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4729 | the Lord wrought the work, but hid himself: | the Lord wrought the work, but hid himself: | dt n1 vvd dt n1, cc-acp vvd px31: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4730 | He wondred at the great change, was affected with his love, at last the Lord Jesus comes himself, Dost thou believe? saith he, Lord who is he? I am he; | He wondered At the great change, was affected with his love, At last the Lord jesus comes himself, Dost thou believe? Says he, Lord who is he? I am he; | pns31 vvd p-acp dt j n1, vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp ord dt n1 np1 vvz px31, vd2 pns21 vvi? vvz pns31, n1 r-crq vbz pns31? pns11 vbm pns31; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4731 | then he worshipped him, v. 36, 37, 38. So 'tis with the Lord in his way of working Grace: | then he worshipped him, v. 36, 37, 38. So it's with the Lord in his Way of working Grace: | cs pns31 vvd pno31, n1 crd, crd, crd av pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j-vvg n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4732 | Oh therefore long to see him here in his glasse, and in Glory, in his face fully! | O Therefore long to see him Here in his glass, and in Glory, in his face Fully! | uh av av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 av p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1 av-j! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4733 | Truly there is no work of Christ that's right, but it carries the soul to long for more of it, | Truly there is no work of christ that's right, but it carries the soul to long for more of it, | av-j a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f np1 d|vbz av-jn, cc-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp j c-acp av-dc pp-f pn31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4734 | and to be with him that hath done it. Many Christians when they have the work, run away with it as a good sign, | and to be with him that hath done it. Many Christians when they have the work, run away with it as a good Signen, | cc pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 cst vhz vdn pn31. av-d np1 c-crq pns32 vhb dt n1, vvb av p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4735 | and look to the promise, Oh but long not, look not to behold the Lord! | and look to the promise, O but long not, look not to behold the Lord! | cc vvb p-acp dt n1, uh cc-acp vvb xx, vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n1! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4736 | Do ye thus requite the Lord, Oh ye foolish people and unwise? Were it not enough that your sins make? but will you make works & promises also a partition wall between the Lord and your souls. | Do you thus requite the Lord, O you foolish people and unwise? Were it not enough that your Sins make? but will you make works & promises also a partition wall between the Lord and your Souls. | vdb pn22 av vvi dt n1, uh pn22 j n1 cc j? vbdr pn31 xx av-d cst po22 n2 vvi? cc-acp vmb pn22 vvi n2 cc vvz av dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc po22 n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4737 | I professe the Lord will fire such work about your eares, and drie up all your pits, that you may long for to drink out of the Well of life it self. | I profess the Lord will fire such work about your ears, and dry up all your pits, that you may long for to drink out of the Well of life it self. | pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi a-acp d po22 n2, cst pn22 vmb av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4738 | And 'tis a black mark of Unbelief that shall keep thee from rest, Heb. 4. 3, 10, 11. Oh but when you long to see him, Oh when shall I appear before God! Psal. 63. 2, 3, 4. Then the Lord will fill thee. | And it's a black mark of Unbelief that shall keep thee from rest, Hebrew 4. 3, 10, 11. O but when you long to see him, O when shall I appear before God! Psalm 63. 2, 3, 4. Then the Lord will fill thee. | cc pn31|vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb vvi pno21 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd uh p-acp c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, uh c-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp np1 np1 crd crd, crd, crd av dt n1 vmb vvi pno21. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4739 | As Leaden Rings with a Pearle, so Promises and Christ put together (not divided) are exceeding precious. | As Leaden Rings with a Pearl, so Promises and christ put together (not divided) Are exceeding precious. | p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1, av vvz cc np1 vvd av (xx vvn) vbr vvg j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 791 | Page 139 |
4740 | 3. Do not look to see the work or promise yours, nor receive any consolation from either, | 3. Do not look to see the work or promise yours, nor receive any consolation from either, | crd vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc vvi png22, ccx vvi d n1 p-acp d, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 792 | Page 139 |
4741 | unlesse the Lord appear in both, John 10. 16. They shall hear my voice; for so most men bring home Humane, not Divine consolation from a work. | unless the Lord appear in both, John 10. 16. They shall hear my voice; for so most men bring home Humane, not Divine consolation from a work. | cs dt n1 vvb p-acp d, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1; p-acp av ds n2 vvb av-an j, xx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 792 | Page 139 |
4742 | But Oh fetch it you from Heaven! | But O fetch it you from Heaven! | p-acp uh vvb pn31 pn22 p-acp n1! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 792 | Page 139 |
4743 | as in Peters redemption, Acts 12. You reason, and others tell you, and yet you are full of fears and doubts; | as in Peter's redemption, Acts 12. You reason, and Others tell you, and yet you Are full of fears and doubts; | c-acp p-acp npg1 n1, n2 crd pn22 n1, cc n2-jn vvb pn22, cc av pn22 vbr j pp-f n2 cc n2; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 792 | Page 139 |
4744 | and thou criest, Lord perswade me, Lord perswade me, yea, hold you here, now you are where you ought for to be. | and thou Christ, Lord persuade me, Lord persuade me, yea, hold you Here, now you Are where you ought for to be. | cc pns21 vv2, n1 vvb pno11, n1 vvb pno11, uh, vvb pn22 av, av pn22 vbr c-crq pn22 vmd p-acp pc-acp vbi. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 792 | Page 139 |
4745 | Do you think Christ is filled with Grace and Life for you, and not with Consolation for you too? Only use means, | Do you think christ is filled with Grace and Life for you, and not with Consolation for you too? Only use means, | vdb pn22 vvi np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22, cc xx p-acp n1 p-acp pn22 av? j n1 n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 792 | Page 139 |
4746 | and so look up to him. SECT. V. | and so look up to him. SECT. V. | cc av vvb a-acp p-acp pno31. n1. n1 | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 792 | Page 139 |
4747 | OH therefore content not your selves with any hopes your estate is right, until you find this difference, | O Therefore content not your selves with any hope's your estate is right, until you find this difference, | uh av vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp d n2 po22 n1 vbz j-jn, c-acp pn22 vvb d n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 793 | Page 139 |
4748 | for the Lord speaks peace only to his people, |
for the Lord speaks peace only to his people, and his people Are differenced from all Others. | p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 av-j p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vbr vvn p-acp d n2-jn. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 793 | Page 139 |
4751 | 1. Those that content themselves with any thing that may stop and quiet Conscience, any slight work, any poor desires, any hedge-Faith, any moral performances, any groundlesse conjectures will serve their turn. | 1. Those that content themselves with any thing that may stop and quiet Conscience, any slight work, any poor Desires, any hedge-Faith, any moral performances, any groundless Conjectures will serve their turn. | crd d cst vvb px32 p-acp d n1 cst vmb vvi cc j-jn n1, d j n1, d j n2, d n1, d j n2, d j n2 vmb vvi po32 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 795 | Page 139 |
4752 | And being full, they can hear all Sermons, no wind will shake them, no searching, threatning Truths concern them; | And being full, they can hear all Sermons, no wind will shake them, no searching, threatening Truths concern them; | np1 vbg j, pns32 vmb vvi d n2, dx n1 vmb vvi pno32, av-dx vvg, j-vvg n2 vvb pno32; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 795 | Page 139 |
4753 | they are so good, that they think the Lord means not them. | they Are so good, that they think the Lord means not them. | pns32 vbr av j, cst pns32 vvb dt n1 vvz xx pno32. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 795 | Page 139 |
4754 | Well, I say no more to you but this, know it that the time is coming that the Lord Jesus wil try you, | Well, I say no more to you but this, know it that the time is coming that the Lord jesus will try you, | uh-av, pns11 vvb av-dx dc p-acp pn22 p-acp d, vvb pn31 cst dt n1 vbz vvg cst dt n1 np1 vmb vvi pn22, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 795 | Page 139 |
4755 | and examine you to the very Bran; | and examine you to the very Bran; | cc vvb pn22 p-acp dt j n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 795 | Page 139 |
4756 | and will descry all thy paint, and open all thy lusts and thoughts, and thy nakednesse, | and will descry all thy paint, and open all thy Lustiest and thoughts, and thy nakedness, | cc vmb vvi d po21 n1, cc vvi d po21 n2 cc n2, cc po21 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 795 | Page 139 |
4757 | and shame, and confusion shall be seen of all the world. | and shame, and confusion shall be seen of all the world. | cc n1, cc n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 795 | Page 139 |
4758 | II. Those that content themselves with the revelation of the Lords love, without the sight of any work, or not looking to it. | II Those that content themselves with the Revelation of the lords love, without the sighed of any work, or not looking to it. | crd d d j px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc xx vvg p-acp pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 796 | Page 139 |
4759 | I desire the Lord to reveal himself abundantly more and more, to all that have the Lord savingly revealed unto them. | I desire the Lord to reveal himself abundantly more and more, to all that have the Lord savingly revealed unto them. | pns11 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 av-j av-dc cc av-dc, p-acp d cst vhb dt n1 av-vvg vvn p-acp pno32. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 796 | Page 139 |
4760 | For this is the misery, Christ is a hidden thing, and so is his love: Yet consider, | For this is the misery, christ is a hidden thing, and so is his love: Yet Consider, | p-acp d vbz dt n1, np1 vbz dt j-vvn n1, cc av vbz po31 n1: av vvb, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 796 | Page 139 |
4761 | 1. God reveals not his love to any Hypocrite, but to his people, that have a work far beyond them. | 1. God reveals not his love to any Hypocrite, but to his people, that have a work Far beyond them. | crd np1 vvz xx po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, cst vhb dt n1 av-j p-acp pno32. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 797 | Page 139 |
4762 | 2. That the testimony of the Spirit doth not make a man a Christian, but only evidenceth it. | 2. That the testimony of the Spirit does not make a man a Christian, but only Evidenceth it. | crd cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 dt njp, cc-acp av-j vvz pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 798 | Page 139 |
4763 | As 'tis the nature of a witnesse, not to make a thing to be true, but to clear and evidence it. | As it's the nature of a witness, not to make a thing to be true, but to clear and evidence it. | p-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc n1 pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 798 | Page 139 |
4764 | And therefore whether the Spirit in the first or second place clears Gods love, I dispute no•, because 'tis doubtful; | And Therefore whither the Spirit in the First or second place clears God's love, I dispute no•, Because it's doubtful; | cc av cs dt n1 p-acp dt ord cc ord n1 vvz ng1 n1, pns11 vvb n1, c-acp pn31|vbz j; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 798 | Page 140 |
4765 | ye be sure you find out the difference, viz. some work in you, that no Hypocrite under Heaven hath: | you be sure you find out the difference, viz. Some work in you, that no Hypocrite under Heaven hath: | pn22 vbb j pn22 vvb av dt n1, n1 d n1 p-acp pn22, cst dx n1 p-acp n1 vhz: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 798 | Page 140 |
4766 | Else what peace can you have? | Else what peace can you have? | av q-crq n1 vmb pn22 vhi? | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 798 | Page 140 |
4767 | 1. Hereby you come to prevent the strongest delusion that Satan hath to keep men in bondage to himself, viz. to give men great peace, | 1. Hereby you come to prevent the Strongest delusion that Satan hath to keep men in bondage to himself, viz. to give men great peace, | crd av pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi dt js n1 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp px31, n1 pc-acp vvi n2 j n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 799 | Page 140 |
4768 | and somtimes great ravishment, while they are in their sins, that so he may harden them there still, Luke 11. 21. Now by taking this course, | and sometimes great ravishment, while they Are in their Sins, that so he may harden them there still, Lycia 11. 21. Now by taking this course, | cc av j n1, cs pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n2, cst av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp av, av crd crd av p-acp vvg d n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 799 | Page 140 |
4769 | and going to Christ to untie the knots of Satan, you do now undermine the main plot of Satan, you break his head, having recourse to Christ to do this. | and going to christ to untie the knots of Satan, you do now undermine the main plot of Satan, you break his head, having recourse to christ to do this. | cc vvg p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, pn22 vdb av vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vvb po31 n1, vhg n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi d. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 799 | Page 140 |
4770 | His policy is, Let you heart alone, let Christ alone with that. But now you may be sure all your consolation is of the right make. | His policy is, Let you heart alone, let christ alone with that. But now you may be sure all your consolation is of the right make. | po31 n1 vbz, vvb pn22 n1 av-j, vvb np1 av-j p-acp d. p-acp av pn22 vmb vbi j d po22 n1 vbz pp-f dt j-jn n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 799 | Page 140 |
4771 | 2. Otherwise you quench the Spirit, and resist the testimony of the Spirit, at least one great part of it. | 2. Otherwise you quench the Spirit, and resist the testimony of the Spirit, At least one great part of it. | crd av pn22 vvb dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ds crd j n1 pp-f pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4812 | And this is a peculiar priviledge and honour, as for God to know, so they partaking of the Divine Nature, | And this is a peculiar privilege and honour, as for God to know, so they partaking of the Divine Nature, | cc d vbz dt j n1 cc n1, c-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, av pns32 vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4772 | For the Spirit when it doth come to witnesse Gods love, i• answers all the doubts and objections of the soul that it had before. | For the Spirit when it does come to witness God's love, i• answers all the doubts and objections of the soul that it had before. | p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, n1 vvz d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 cst pn31 vhd a-acp. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4773 | Now the great doubt of Gods people is not only, Am I elected, am I justified and accepted? But am I called, am I sanctified, are not my desires, my Faith, my love counterfeit? which I may have, | Now the great doubt of God's people is not only, Am I elected, am I justified and accepted? But am I called, am I sanctified, Are not my Desires, my Faith, my love counterfeit? which I may have, | av dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz xx av-j, vbm pns11 vvn, vbm pns11 vvn cc vvn? p-acp vbm pns11 vvn, vbm pns11 vvn, vbr xx po11 n2, po11 n1, po11 n1 vvi? r-crq pns11 vmb vhi, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4774 | and yet go to Hell? Now the Spirit when it comes, clears up all doubts, not fully, | and yet go to Hell? Now the Spirit when it comes, clears up all doubts, not Fully, | cc av vvb p-acp n1? av dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz, vvz a-acp d n2, xx av-j, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4775 | but gradually, for 'tis the most clearing witnesse, and therefore, John 14. 18, 19, 20. At that day you shall know that I am in you, | but gradually, for it's the most clearing witness, and Therefore, John 14. 18, 19, 20. At that day you shall know that I am in you, | cc-acp av-jn, c-acp pn31|vbz dt av-ds vvg n1, cc av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb vvi cst pns11 vbm p-acp pn22, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4776 | and you in me, and I in the Father. | and you in me, and I in the Father. | cc pn22 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4777 | The Spirit doth not only say Christ is out of you, in Heaven, preparing and interceding, | The Spirit does not only say christ is out of you, in Heaven, preparing and interceding, | dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi np1 vbz av pp-f pn22, p-acp n1, vvg cc vvg, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4778 | but in you, sanctifying, preparing thee for Glory, that art a vessel of Glory; | but in you, sanctifying, preparing thee for Glory, that art a vessel of Glory; | cc-acp p-acp pn22, vvg, vvg pno21 p-acp n1, cst vb2r dt n1 pp-f n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4779 | and you in me by Faith, by Love, desire, &c. Now when a man shall say, I look to no work, | and you in me by Faith, by Love, desire, etc. Now when a man shall say, I look to no work, | cc pn22 p-acp pno11 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, vvb, av av c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb p-acp dx n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4780 | but only for the Spirit to reveal the Lords Love; in seeming to desire the Spirit, he doth resist the Spirit of God. | but only for the Spirit to reveal the lords Love; in seeming to desire the Spirit, he does resist the Spirit of God. | cc-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvb; p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 800 | Page 140 |
4781 | 3. Otherwise you shall be deprived of all that abundant consolation which the Word holds out before you. | 3. Otherwise you shall be deprived of all that abundant consolation which the Word holds out before you. | crd av pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d cst j n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp pn22. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 801 | Page 140 |
4782 | For suppose you say, I look not to the work of God in me, to receive any consolation from that, | For suppose you say, I look not to the work of God in me, to receive any consolation from that, | p-acp vvb pn22 vvb, pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 801 | Page 140 |
4783 | or any promise made to that. I look only to the revelation of the Spirit. | or any promise made to that. I look only to the Revelation of the Spirit. | cc d n1 vvn p-acp d. pns11 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 801 | Page 140 |
4784 | Ans. 1. There is never a promise but the Comforter is in it, and they are given for that end, to give strong consolation, | Ans. 1. There is never a promise but the Comforter is in it, and they Are given for that end, to give strong consolation, | np1 crd pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pn31, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi j n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 802 | Page 140 |
4785 | now if you look to no work, nor no conditional promise, nor to find the condition in you (which yet Christ must and doth work) Lord! | now if you look to no work, nor no conditional promise, nor to find the condition in you (which yet christ must and does work) Lord! | av cs pn22 vvb p-acp dx n1, ccx dx j n1, ccx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22 (r-crq av np1 vmb cc vdz vvi) n1! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 802 | Page 140 |
4786 | what abundance of sweet peace do you lose? Rev. 7. 17. The Lamb leads them to the living Fountain of waters, and God wipes away all tears: | what abundance of sweet peace do you loose? Rev. 7. 17. The Lamb leads them to the living Fountain of waters, and God wipes away all tears: | q-crq n1 pp-f j n1 vdb pn22 vvi? n1 crd crd dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f n2, cc np1 vvz av d n2: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 802 | Page 140 |
4787 | And for ought I know you shall die for thirst that refuse to do it. Oh slow of heart to believe all that the Scriptures have writ! all that God hath spoken! | And for ought I know you shall die for thirst that refuse to do it. O slow of heart to believe all that the Scriptures have writ! all that God hath spoken! | cc c-acp pi pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cst vvb pc-acp vdi pn31. uh j pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d cst dt n2 vhb vvn! d cst np1 vhz vvn! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 802 | Page 140 |
4788 | Ought you not thus to be comforted? | Ought you not thus to be comforted? | vmd pn22 xx av pc-acp vbi vvn? | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 802 | Page 140 |
4789 | But 2. If you look to a Spirit without a work, whilest you do seek consolation from the Spirit, you cannot avoid the condemnation of the Word. | But 2. If you look to a Spirit without a work, whilst you do seek consolation from the Spirit, you cannot avoid the condemnation of the Word. | p-acp crd cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pn22 vdb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 803 | Page 140 |
4790 | You say the Spirit hath spoken peace to you. But do you love Christ? I look not to that, but to the Spirit. | You say the Spirit hath spoken peace to you. But do you love christ? I look not to that, but to the Spirit. | pn22 vvb dt n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp pn22. cc-acp vdb pn22 n1 np1? pns11 vvb xx p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 803 | Page 140 |
4791 | Why the Word saith, He that loves not him, let him be Anathema. | Why the Word Says, He that loves not him, let him be Anathema. | q-crq dt n1 vvz, pns31 cst vvz xx pno31, vvb pno31 vbi n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 803 | Page 140 |
4792 | So, Is the League between your sins and your souls broken? Ans. I look not to that. | So, Is the League between your Sins and your Souls broken? Ans. I look not to that. | av, vbz dt n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc po22 n2 vvn? np1 pns11 vvb xx p-acp d. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 803 | Page 140 |
4793 | Why Iohn saith, He that committeth sin is of the Devil, 1 Iohn 3. 8, 9. Are you new creatures? I look not to that. | Why John Says, He that Committeth since is of the devil, 1 John 3. 8, 9. are you new creatures? I look not to that. | q-crq np1 vvz, pns31 cst vvz n1 vbz pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd vbr pn22 j n2? pns11 vvb xx p-acp d. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 803 | Page 140 |
4794 | Why the Word faith, Unlesse you be born again, you cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. | Why the Word faith, Unless you be born again, you cannot enter into the Kingdom of God. | q-crq dt n1 n1, cs pn22 vbb vvn av, pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 803 | Page 140 |
4795 | And the Lord knows, but on your death-beds, thus Satan may assault you, and then will the Lord say, nay, look to your self. | And the Lord knows, but on your deathbeds, thus Satan may assault you, and then will the Lord say, nay, look to your self. | cc dt n1 vvz, cc-acp p-acp po22 n2, av np1 vmb vvi pn22, cc av vmb dt n1 vvb, uh-x, vvb p-acp po22 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 803 | Page 140 |
4796 | The Word shall be B•lshazzars terrour. Consider, Psal. 32. 1, 2. 4. Look to it, else you shall be deprived of further manifestation and communion with the Lord Jesus. | The Word shall be B•lshazzars terror. Consider, Psalm 32. 1, 2. 4. Look to it, Else you shall be deprived of further manifestation and communion with the Lord jesus. | dt n1 vmb vbi n2 n1. np1, np1 crd crd, crd crd n1 p-acp pn31, av pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f jc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 803 | Page 140 |
4797 | The Lord reveals not all of himself at once, the day dawns before the Sun riseth, | The Lord reveals not all of himself At once, the day dawns before the Sun Riseth, | dt n1 vvz xx d pp-f px31 p-acp a-acp, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvz, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 804 | Page 140 |
4798 | and there is a further manifestation of the Lord in this life to his people, not for, | and there is a further manifestation of the Lord in this life to his people, not for, | cc pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1, xx p-acp, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 804 | Page 140 |
4799 | but when they indeed maintain such works before him. John 14. 21. I will manifest myself unto him. | but when they indeed maintain such works before him. John 14. 21. I will manifest myself unto him. | cc-acp c-crq pns32 av vvi d n2 p-acp pno31. np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi px11 p-acp pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 804 | Page 140 |
4800 | How? Oh saith Christ, Ile come and sup with him. | How? O Says christ, I'll come and sup with him. | q-crq? uh vvz np1, pns11|vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 804 | Page 140 |
4801 | Never think the Lord will dishonour himself so far as to come into a filthy heart. | Never think the Lord will dishonour himself so Far as to come into a filthy heart. | av-x vvi dt n1 vmb vvi px31 av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 804 | Page 140 |
4802 | Sin doth and will grieve Gods Spirit, that he will only accuse, not speak peace to you, till all is mended. | since does and will grieve God's Spirit, that he will only accuse, not speak peace to you, till all is mended. | n1 vdz cc vmb vvi npg1 n1, cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi, xx vvi n1 p-acp pn22, c-acp d vbz vvn. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 804 | Page 141 |
4803 | 5. Else you may fall everlastingly away, as those, Heb. 10. 29. They had received the knowledge of the Truth, | 5. Else you may fallen everlastingly away, as those, Hebrew 10. 29. They had received the knowledge of the Truth, | crd av pn22 vmb vvi av-j av, c-acp d, np1 crd crd pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 805 | Page 141 |
4804 | and were sanctified, but their wills and hearts never changed. Oh take heed there be not left only a fearful looking for of vengeance! | and were sanctified, but their wills and hearts never changed. O take heed there be not left only a fearful looking for of vengeance! | cc vbdr vvn, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 av-x vvn. uh vvb n1 pc-acp vbb xx vvn av-j dt j vvg p-acp pp-f n1! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 805 | Page 141 |
4805 | You stand on the brim of destruction every moment, that do it not. For 'tis plain hypocrisie, not to bring works to the light; | You stand on the brim of destruction every moment, that do it not. For it's plain hypocrisy, not to bring works to the Light; | pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 d n1, cst vdb pn31 xx. p-acp pn31|vbz j n1, xx pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 805 | Page 141 |
4806 | 'tis not ceasing to go on in a covenant of works, Iohn 3. 20. And if the Lord do•h love you, | it's not ceasing to go on in a Covenant of works, John 3. 20. And if the Lord do•h love you, | pn31|vbz xx vvg pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd crd cc cs dt n1 vdz vvi pn22, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 805 | Page 141 |
4807 | and you will not take the counsel of the Word, the fire of the Lord shall try you. | and you will not take the counsel of the Word, the fire of the Lord shall try you. | cc pn22 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pn22. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 805 | Page 141 |
4808 | And when that comes, and Conscience shall ask, wherefore comes all this great evil upon me? when your miseries shall be great, Oh it shall be said, this was because I loved not the Lord, I forsook the Lord, &c. Oh therefore look to the Lord now to cleanse you! Zac. 13. 9. | And when that comes, and Conscience shall ask, Wherefore comes all this great evil upon me? when your misery's shall be great, O it shall be said, this was Because I loved not the Lord, I forsook the Lord, etc. O Therefore look to the Lord now to cleanse you! Zac. 13. 9. | cc c-crq cst vvz, cc n1 vmb vvi, q-crq vvz d d j n-jn p-acp pno11? c-crq po22 n2 vmb vbi j, uh pn31 vmb vbi vvn, d vbds c-acp pns11 vvd xx dt n1, pns11 vvd dt n1, av uh av vvb p-acp dt n1 av pc-acp vvi pn22! np1 crd crd | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 805 | Page 141 |
4809 | ' T•s true, there is a difference, |
' T•s true, there is a difference, but is it possible to know it, seeing that a false heart may go so Far? especially to know it in it self? | ' vdz j, pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc-acp vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi pn31, vvg cst dt j n1 vmb vvi av av-j? av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pn31 n1? | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 806 | Page 141 |
4810 | 'Tis true, 'tis difficult for men, |
It's true, it's difficult for men, Ministers, or Angels to reveal it, yet it's easy for the Lord jesus to reveal it, and this he does doe. | pn31|vbz j, pn31|vbz j p-acp n2, n2, cc n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, av pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc d pns31 vdz n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4811 | This light discovers hidden things as they are, his Spirit leads into all Truth. | This Light discovers hidden things as they Are, his Spirit leads into all Truth. | d n1 vvz j-vvn n2 c-acp pns32 vbr, po31 n1 vvz p-acp d n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4852 | So how can any tell he knows the Lord, or loves the Lord, or beleeves in the Lord! | So how can any tell he knows the Lord, or loves the Lord, or believes in the Lord! | av q-crq vmb d vvb pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 812 | Page 142 |
4813 | for them to know their own hearts, Ier. 17. 9, 10. And although it be an easie thing for hypocrites, that never knew what Grace meant, to be mistaken, | for them to know their own hearts, Jeremiah 17. 9, 10. And although it be an easy thing for Hypocrites, that never knew what Grace meant, to be mistaken, | p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 d n2, np1 crd crd, crd cc cs pn31 vbb dt j n1 p-acp n2, cst av-x vvd r-crq n1 vvd, pc-acp vbi vvn, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4814 | yet after the Lord hath made it known to the elect, 'tis no easie matter to deceive them. | yet After the Lord hath made it known to the elect, it's no easy matter to deceive them. | av p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 vvn p-acp dt j-vvn, pn31|vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4815 | As 'tis with Apothecaries, that know when they meet with counterfeit drugs; or Jewellers, that know the difference between Bristow-Stones and Pearls. | As it's with Apothecaries, that know when they meet with counterfeit drugs; or Jewellers, that know the difference between Bristow-Stones and Pearls. | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, cst vvb c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n2; cc n2, cst vvb dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4816 | As the blind man saith, whereas I was blind, now I see, so I was dead, now behold I live. | As the blind man Says, whereas I was blind, now I see, so I was dead, now behold I live. | p-acp dt j n1 vvz, cs pns11 vbds j, av pns11 vvb, av pns11 vbds j, av vvb pns11 vvb. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4817 | Old things are passed away, all things are become new. 1 Pet. 2. 9. They are called out of darknesse into marvellous light. | Old things Are passed away, all things Are become new. 1 Pet. 2. 9. They Are called out of darkness into marvellous Light. | j n2 vbr vvn av, d n2 vbr vvn j. crd np1 crd crd pns32 vbr vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4818 | If they could not know a difference, why would the Lord command them to add one Grace to another, | If they could not know a difference, why would the Lord command them to add one Grace to Another, | cs pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1, q-crq vmd dt n1 vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4819 | and grow in Grace? May they not well reply? Alas Lord I know not Trash from Treasure! | and grow in Grace? May they not well reply? Alas Lord I know not Trash from Treasure! | cc vvb p-acp n1? vmb pns32 xx av vvi? np1 n1 pns11 vvb xx n1 p-acp n1! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4820 | I know nothing thou hast commanded me to do, but hypocrites may have and do. | I know nothing thou hast commanded me to do, but Hypocrites may have and do. | pns11 vvb pix pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 pc-acp vdi, cc-acp n2 vmb vhb cc vdb. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4821 | I say therefore the work may be seen in it self, and that by a three fold light. | I say Therefore the work may be seen in it self, and that by a three fold Light. | pns11 vvb av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31 n1, cc cst p-acp dt crd n1 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 807 | Page 141 |
4822 | I. The light of the Word, which is a Divine Revelation of or concerning God and man, | I. The Light of the Word, which is a Divine Revelation of or Concerning God and man, | np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f cc vvg np1 cc n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 808 | Page 141 |
4823 | and of man, not only as fallen in Adam (which discovers all his sins, their nature, their end, &c. ) but as risen again and recovered in Christ, the birth, being, breeding of the new creature. | and of man, not only as fallen in Adam (which discovers all his Sins, their nature, their end, etc.) but as risen again and recovered in christ, the birth, being, breeding of the new creature. | cc pp-f n1, xx av-j c-acp vvn p-acp np1 (r-crq vvz d po31 n2, po32 n1, po32 n1, av) cc-acp c-acp vvn av cc vvn p-acp np1, dt n1, vbg, n-vvg pp-f dt j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 808 | Page 141 |
4824 | It discovers all hypocrisie of the heart, so that they shall be forced to say the Lord hath found me out, | It discovers all hypocrisy of the heart, so that they shall be forced to say the Lord hath found me out, | pn31 vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1, av cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 av, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 808 | Page 141 |
4825 | and Saints shall say the Lord hath done me good. | and Saints shall say the Lord hath done me good. | cc n2 vmb vvi dt n1 vhz vdn pno11 j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 808 | Page 141 |
4826 | As if the question be, Whom doth the Lord Jesus love? You need not go to Heaven for it, the Word is nigh thee. Those that love Christ: | As if the question be, Whom does the Lord jesus love? You need not go to Heaven for it, the Word is High thee. Those that love christ: | p-acp cs dt n1 vbi, ro-crq vdz dt n1 np1 n1? pn22 vvb xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, dt n1 vbz av-j pno21. d cst n1 np1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 808 | Page 141 |
4827 | Who are those? Those that keep his Commandements, &c. So that the Word is a light to discover Truth from falshood, the work of Grace from the work of hypocrisie; | Who Are those? Those that keep his commandments, etc. So that the Word is a Light to discover Truth from falsehood, the work of Grace from the work of hypocrisy; | r-crq vbr d? d cst vvb po31 n2, av av cst dt n1 vbz dt j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 808 | Page 141 |
4828 | and by this light Saints may and do know what the work is. | and by this Light Saints may and do know what the work is. | cc p-acp d j n2 vmb cc vdb vvi r-crq dt n1 vbz. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 808 | Page 141 |
4829 | And it argues dreadful unbelief and Hypocrisie not to do thus, Iohn 3. 19, 20, 21. And this all the Saints are commanded to do, 2 Pet. 1. 19. We (sealed with the Spirit) have a sure word of prophesie, &c. Which is a light in a dark place; | And it argues dreadful unbelief and Hypocrisy not to do thus, John 3. 19, 20, 21. And this all the Saints Are commanded to do, 2 Pet. 1. 19. We (sealed with the Spirit) have a sure word of prophesy, etc. Which is a Light in a dark place; | cc pn31 vvz j n1 cc n1 xx pc-acp vdi av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc d d dt n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi, crd np1 crd crd pns12 (vvn p-acp dt n1) vhb dt j n1 pp-f vvb, av r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 808 | Page 141 |
4830 | both to reveal Gods heart and our hearts unto us; hence it makes us wise to salvation. | both to reveal God's heart and our hearts unto us; hence it makes us wise to salvation. | av-d pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 cc po12 n2 p-acp pno12; av pn31 vvz pno12 j p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 808 | Page 141 |
4831 | II. The Light of the Spirit going with the Word, reveals the work; | II The Light of the Spirit going with the Word, reveals the work; | crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvz dt n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 809 | Page 141 |
4832 | without which the work cannot be seen, no more than a Book written in the fairest hand or print, can be seen without light to see it by: | without which the work cannot be seen, no more than a Book written in the Fairest hand or print, can be seen without Light to see it by: | p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn, av-dx dc cs dt n1 vvn p-acp dt js n1 cc n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 809 | Page 141 |
4833 | And hence Gods people cannot presently read what the Lord hath written, &c. 1 Iohn 3. 24. That look as 'tis with Scriptures, Papists say they are obscure, | And hence God's people cannot presently read what the Lord hath written, etc. 1 John 3. 24. That look as it's with Scriptures, Papists say they Are Obscure, | cc av npg1 n1 vmbx av-j vvi r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, av crd np1 crd crd cst n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, njp2 vvi pns32 vbr j, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 809 | Page 141 |
4834 | and how do we know them? We answer, there are Divine Characters of Majesty and Glory stampt upon them, whereby we by the same Spirit that writ them, see them, and are perswaded of them; so here. | and how do we know them? We answer, there Are Divine Characters of Majesty and Glory stamped upon them, whereby we by the same Spirit that writ them, see them, and Are persuaded of them; so Here. | cc q-crq vdb pns12 vvb pno32? pns12 vvb, pc-acp vbr j-jn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32, c-crq pns12 p-acp dt d n1 cst vvd pno32, vvb pno32, cc vbr vvn pp-f pno32; av av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 809 | Page 141 |
4835 | Or as tis in the work of Creation: | Or as this in the work of Creation: | cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 809 | Page 141 |
4836 | How can any see God in it? We say, in the very workmanship appears his Power and Eternity, Wisdom, Goodnesse, &c. Now although Atheists cannot see these, | How can any see God in it? We say, in the very workmanship appears his Power and Eternity, Wisdom, goodness, etc. Now although Atheists cannot see these, | c-crq vmb d vvi np1 p-acp pn31? pns12 vvb, p-acp dt j n1 vvz po31 n1 cc n1, n1, n1, av av cs n2 vmbx vvi d, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 809 | Page 141 |
4837 | yet others do and can, So in the workmanship of the Elect, 'tis so. Its the Glasse of Gods peculiar mercy and love; | yet Others do and can, So in the workmanship of the Elect, it's so. Its the Glass of God's peculiar mercy and love; | av n2-jn vdb cc vmb, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, pn31|vbz av. pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 cc n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 809 | Page 142 |
4838 | now they that never had it, know it no•, but the Saints do, by the Spirit especially. | now they that never had it, know it no•, but the Saints do, by the Spirit especially. | av pns32 cst av-x vhd pn31, vvb pn31 n1, cc-acp dt n2 vdb, p-acp dt n1 av-j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 809 | Page 142 |
4839 | Thus far we grant the Spirits Testimony, that it must reveal it. III. The Light of experience and sense: | Thus Far we grant the Spirits Testimony, that it must reveal it. III. The Light of experience and sense: | av av-j pns12 vvb dt ng1 n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi pn31. np1. dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 809 | Page 142 |
4840 | For Saints have an experimentall knowledge of the work of Grace, by vertue of which they come to know it as certainly (as we dispute against the Papists) as by feeling heat, we know fire is hot, by tasting honey, we know 'tis sweet. | For Saints have an experimental knowledge of the work of Grace, by virtue of which they come to know it as Certainly (as we dispute against the Papists) as by feeling heat, we know fire is hight, by tasting honey, we know it's sweet. | c-acp n2 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av-j (c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt njp2) c-acp p-acp j-vvg n1, pns12 vvb n1 vbz j, p-acp vvg n1, pns12 vvb pn31|vbz j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 810 | Page 142 |
4841 | Now this is diversly apparent to experience. | Now this is diversely apparent to experience. | av d vbz av-j j p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 810 | Page 142 |
4842 | 1. By meditation of the work, in comparing it with the Rule, for no dead creature can perform one spiritual living act of life, no not a good thought, | 1. By meditation of the work, in comparing it with the Rule, for no dead creature can perform one spiritual living act of life, no not a good Thought, | crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dx j n1 vmb vvi crd j j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, uh-dx xx dt j n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 811 | Page 142 |
4843 | though they may think of good things. | though they may think of good things. | cs pns32 vmb vvi pp-f j n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 811 | Page 142 |
4844 | Now the Lord hath given to his people a most exact Rule of life, hence by meditation they may see how far it agrees or disagrees with the Rule, | Now the Lord hath given to his people a most exact Rule of life, hence by meditation they may see how Far it agrees or disagrees with the Rule, | av dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vvi c-crq av-j pn31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 811 | Page 142 |
4845 | and judge of a living act by it; and so of the God and Lord of life to be there. | and judge of a living act by it; and so of the God and Lord of life to be there. | cc n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31; cc av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi a-acp. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 811 | Page 142 |
4846 | Hence try your selves, know you not Christ is in you, &c. And hence I never knew yet a thinking Christian deceived, | Hence try your selves, know you not christ is in you, etc. And hence I never knew yet a thinking Christian deceived, | av vvb po22 n2, vvb pn22 xx np1 vbz p-acp pn22, av cc av pns11 av-x vvd av dt vvg np1 vvn, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 811 | Page 142 |
4847 | and hence I fear all that make not this their trade, will be to seek, and so to begin again: | and hence I Fear all that make not this their trade, will be to seek, and so to begin again: | cc av pns11 vvb d cst vvb xx d po32 n1, vmb vbi pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi av: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 811 | Page 142 |
4848 | Oh the Lord teacheth his people hidden mysteries by this. 2. By the operation and working of it, for Grace may be in the heart, | O the Lord Teaches his people hidden Mysteres by this. 2. By the operation and working of it, for Grace may be in the heart, | uh dt n1 vvz po31 n1 vvn n2 p-acp d. crd p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 811 | Page 142 |
4849 | and yet lying asleep, and raked up under the ashes, not seen, not felt, but in the operation of it, it may, which is peculiar as the form is. | and yet lying asleep, and raked up under the Ashes, not seen, not felt, but in the operation of it, it may, which is peculiar as the from is. | cc av vvg j, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2, xx vvn, xx vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vmb, r-crq vbz j c-acp dt n1 vbz. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 812 | Page 142 |
4850 | For how do we know we love or delight in any creature? By the operation of love and delight. | For how do we know we love or delight in any creature? By the operation of love and delight. | p-acp q-crq vdb pns12 vvb pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp d n1? p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 812 | Page 142 |
4851 | How did Christ manifest to the Pharisees that they were of their Father the Devil? Why his lusts they would do. | How did christ manifest to the Pharisees that they were of their Father the devil? Why his Lustiest they would do. | q-crq vdd np1 vvi p-acp dt np2 cst pns32 vbdr pp-f po32 n1 dt n1? q-crq po31 n2 pns32 vmd vdi. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 812 | Page 142 |
4853 | The operation discovers it, Iames 2. 22. And hence, Gal. 5. 6. Faith which works by Love. | The operation discovers it, James 2. 22. And hence, Gal. 5. 6. Faith which works by Love. | dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd crd cc av, np1 crd crd n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 812 | Page 142 |
4854 | And though hypocrites act like them, yet there is a peculiar vertue in the one that is not in the other. | And though Hypocrites act like them, yet there is a peculiar virtue in the one that is not in the other. | cc cs n2 n1 av-j pno32, av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt pi cst vbz xx p-acp dt n-jn. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 812 | Page 142 |
4855 | 3. By their temptations and trials, Deut. 8. 2. The Lord hath led thee forty years to prove thee and shew thee what was in thy heart. | 3. By their temptations and trials, Deuteronomy 8. 2. The Lord hath led thee forty Years to prove thee and show thee what was in thy heart. | crd p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, np1 crd crd dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 crd n2 pc-acp vvi pno21 cc vvi pno21 r-crq vbds p-acp po21 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 813 | Page 142 |
4856 | Rom. 5. 4, 5. Tribulation breeds experience, and that hope or expectation of that which shall never make us ashamed. Ile name no more. | Rom. 5. 4, 5. Tribulation breeds experience, and that hope or expectation of that which shall never make us ashamed. I'll name no more. | np1 crd crd, crd n1 vvz n1, cc d vvb cc n1 pp-f d r-crq vmb av-x vvi pno12 j. pns11|vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 813 | Page 142 |
4857 | But look as we said to them that cried out against Prayer without a Book, we answer, Hath a man dwelt in his own heart so many years, | But look as we said to them that cried out against Prayer without a Book, we answer, Hath a man dwelled in his own heart so many Years, | cc-acp vvb c-acp pns12 vvd p-acp pno32 cst vvd av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb, vhz dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 d n1 av d n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 813 | Page 142 |
4858 | and not known his wants, to make him pray? nor the Lords work of mercy, to make him blesse, so here. | and not known his Wants, to make him pray? nor the lords work of mercy, to make him bless, so Here. | cc xx vvn po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi? ccx dt n2 n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi, av av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 813 | Page 142 |
4859 | 2. But if a man looks to his work, |
2. But if a man looks to his work, this will interrupt and break his peace. | crd p-acp cs dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, d vmb vvi cc vvi po31 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 814 | Page 142 |
4860 | 1. It may and doth break and interrupt a false peace; |
1. It may and does break and interrupt a false peace; as many say, yet they trust in the lords mercy, O it's a presumptuous peace. | crd pn31 vmb cc vdz vvi cc vvi dt j n1; c-acp d vvb, av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 n1, uh pn31|vbz dt j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 815 | Page 142 |
4861 | 2. Neglect of this yields most unpeaceablenesse, even in them that are sincere. You have peace, and then break out into pride and passion again; then question all. | 2. Neglect of this yields most Unpeaceableness, even in them that Are sincere. You have peace, and then break out into pride and passion again; then question all. | crd vvb pp-f d vvz av-ds n1, av p-acp pno32 cst vbr j. pn22 vhb n1, cc av vvb av p-acp n1 cc n1 av; av vvb d. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 816 | Page 142 |
4862 | The Spirit will sigh, not sing in that bosom, Psal. 32. 1, 2, 3. Iudg. 16. 20. Neither can you avoid the condemnation of the Word, | The Spirit will sighs, not sing in that bosom, Psalm 32. 1, 2, 3. Judges 16. 20. Neither can you avoid the condemnation of the Word, | dt n1 vmb vvi, xx vvg p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd av-d vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 816 | Page 142 |
4863 | though you maintain consolation from the Spirit, nor suspition of hypocrisie. | though you maintain consolation from the Spirit, nor suspicion of hypocrisy. | cs pn22 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, ccx n1 pp-f n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 816 | Page 142 |
4864 | 3. This is the way to peace, 2 Pet. 1, 7, 8, 9. Mat. 11. 29, 30. Christs yoke is easie and yields peace, in life and after life too, Rev. 14. 13. Their works follow them. So that hereby comes double peace and rest. 1. From horrour. | 3. This is the Way to peace, 2 Pet. 1, 7, 8, 9. Mathew 11. 29, 30. Christ yoke is easy and yields peace, in life and After life too, Rev. 14. 13. Their works follow them. So that hereby comes double peace and rest. 1. From horror. | crd d vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 vvn, crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd npg1 n1 vbz j cc vvz n1, p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 av, n1 crd crd po32 n2 vvi pno32. av cst av vvz j-jn n1 cc n1. crd p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 817 | Page 142 |
4865 | 2. From sin, which is wonderful great. 3. But I look to Christ, |
2. From since, which is wondered great. 3. But I look to christ, I look to no work. | crd p-acp n1, r-crq vbz j j. crd p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp np1, pns11 vvb p-acp dx n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 819 | Page 142 |
4866 | If I have him, I have all. | If I have him, I have all. | cs pns11 vhb pno31, pns11 vhb d. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 820 | Page 142 |
4867 | True, First look to have him, |
True, First look to have him, to be comprehended by him, that so you may comprehend him. | j, ord vvb pc-acp vhi pno31, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cst av pn22 vmb vvi pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 821 | Page 142 |
4868 | But because you look for all in him, will you look for nothing from him? Will you have Christ fit in Heaven, | But Because you look for all in him, will you look for nothing from him? Will you have christ fit in Heaven, | cc-acp c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp d p-acp pno31, vmb pn22 vvb p-acp pix p-acp pno31? n1 pn22 vhb np1 vvn p-acp n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 821 | Page 142 |
4869 | and not look that he subdue your lusts by the work of his Grace, and so sway in your hearts? You despise his Kingdom then. | and not look that he subdue your Lustiest by the work of his Grace, and so sway in your hearts? You despise his Kingdom then. | cc xx vvi cst pns31 vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av vvi p-acp po22 n2? pn22 vvb po31 n1 av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 821 | Page 142 |
4870 | Do you seek for pardon in the Blood of Christ, and never look for the vertue and end of that Blood to wash you, | Do you seek for pardon in the Blood of christ, and never look for the virtue and end of that Blood to wash you, | vdb pn22 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-x vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 821 | Page 142 |
4871 | & make you without spot, & c.? You despise his Priesthood and Blood then. | & make you without spot, & c.? You despise his Priesthood and Blood then. | cc vvb pn22 p-acp n1, cc sy.? pn22 vvb po31 n1 cc n1 av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 821 | Page 143 |
4872 | Do you look for Christ to do work for you, and you not to do Christs work, | Do you look for christ to do work for you, and you not to do Christ work, | vdb pn22 vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi vvi p-acp pn22, cc pn22 xx pc-acp vdi npg1 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 821 | Page 143 |
4873 | and bring forth fruit to him? You despise his Honour then, Iohn 15. 8. If I were to discover a Hypocrite, | and bring forth fruit to him? You despise his Honour then, John 15. 8. If I were to discover a Hypocrite, | cc vvi av n1 p-acp pno31? pn22 vvb po31 n1 av, np1 crd crd cs pns11 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 821 | Page 143 |
4874 | or a false heart, this I would say, It is the that shall set up Christ, but loath his work. | or a false heart, this I would say, It is the that shall Set up christ, but loath his work. | cc dt j n1, d pns11 vmd vvi, pn31 vbz dt d vmb vvi a-acp np1, cc-acp vvb po31 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 821 | Page 143 |
4875 | To have Christ, is sweet, as Capernaum, to follow Christ, is heavy, Iohn 14. 21, 23. 4. But if I have the witnesse of the Spirit, |
To have christ, is sweet, as Capernaum, to follow christ, is heavy, John 14. 21, 23. 4. But if I have the witness of the Spirit, what need I have any other difference. | p-acp vhi np1, vbz j, c-acp np1, pc-acp vvi np1, vbz j, np1 crd crd, crd crd p-acp cs pns11 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, q-crq vvb pns11 vhb d j-jn n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 821 | Page 143 |
4876 | 1. The witnesse of the Spirit makes not the first difference. | 1. The witness of the Spirit makes not the First difference. | crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz xx dt ord n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 823 | Page 143 |
4877 | For First a man is a Believer and in christ, and justified, called, sanctified, before the Spirit does witness it; | p-acp ord dt n1 vbz dt n1 cc p-acp np1, cc vvn, vvn, j-vvn, p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi pn31; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 823 | Page 143 | |
4878 | else the Spirit should witnesse to an untruth and a lie. For unbelievers are under wrath. | Else the Spirit should witness to an untruth and a lie. For unbelievers Are under wrath. | av dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1. p-acp n2 vbr p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 823 | Page 143 |
4879 | 2. If the Spirit doth not witnesse this peculiar work to be in you, and clear it to you, tell me how you can escape the anguish of Conscience and the terrours of Hell in your hearts, | 2. If the Spirit does not witness this peculiar work to be in you, and clear it to you, tell me how you can escape the anguish of Conscience and the terrors of Hell in your hearts, | crd cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi d j n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pn22, cc vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, vvb pno11 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 824 | Page 143 |
4880 | unlesse Conscience be seared and blinded? When the Lord shall set Conscience to ask and say, I chuse none but whom I call, I call none but whom I justifie, I justifie none but whom I sanctifie, | unless Conscience be seared and blinded? When the Lord shall Set Conscience to ask and say, I choose none but whom I call, I call none but whom I justify, I justify none but whom I sanctify, | cs n1 vbb vvn cc vvn? c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pns11 vvb pix p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb pix p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb pix p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 824 | Page 143 |
4881 | and that not with a common, but a peculiar work; | and that not with a Common, but a peculiar work; | cc cst xx p-acp dt j, cc-acp dt j n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 824 | Page 143 |
4882 | Is it so with you? If it be dark or doubtful, can you but think all your joyes have been dreams, | Is it so with you? If it be dark or doubtful, can you but think all your Joys have been dreams, | vbz pn31 av p-acp pn22? cs pn31 vbb j cc j, vmb pn22 cc-acp vvb d po22 n2 vhb vbn n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 824 | Page 143 |
4883 | and your witnesse delusions? Therefore look unto this. | and your witness delusions? Therefore look unto this. | cc po22 n1 n2? av vvb p-acp d. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 824 | Page 143 |
4884 | 5. But if I should do this, |
5. But if I should do this, I should look to find Some cleanness in my self, | crd p-acp cs pns11 vmd vdi d, pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po11 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 825 | Page 143 |
4885 | whereas I am to see nothing but ungodlinesse: Goats are clean creatures. | whereas I am to see nothing but ungodliness: Goats Are clean creatures. | cs pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi pix cc-acp n1: n2 vbr j n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 825 | Page 143 |
4886 | 1. When you stand before Christs judgment-seat to receive pardon, |
1. When you stand before Christ judgment seat to receive pardon, you Are Here to look upon all as unclean, and your selves ungodly. | crd c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, pn22 vbr av pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp j, cc po22 n2 j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 826 | Page 143 |
4887 | 2. When you come to look upon your Sanctification, you are to see it as 'tis, mixt with sin and corruption, | 2. When you come to look upon your Sanctification, you Are to see it as it's, mixed with since and corruption, | crd c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1, pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 c-acp pn31|vbz, vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 827 | Page 143 |
4888 | and so cause of being abased as low as Hell for what is done; | and so cause of being abased as low as Hell for what is done; | cc av n1 pp-f vbg vvd p-acp j c-acp n1 p-acp r-crq vbz vdn; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 827 | Page 143 |
4889 | yet that cleannesse and truth there is, you must see too, Rom. 7. He felt a Law warring against the Law of his mind, yet he felt another Law too which he made an evidence of his being in Christ, Rom. 8. 1. Giving all the Glory of it to Christ. | yet that cleanness and truth there is, you must see too, Rom. 7. He felt a Law warring against the Law of his mind, yet he felt Another Law too which he made an evidence of his being in christ, Rom. 8. 1. Giving all the Glory of it to christ. | av d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbz, pn22 vmb vvi av, np1 crd pns31 vvd dt n1 j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av pns31 vvd j-jn n1 av r-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg p-acp np1, np1 crd crd vvg d dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 827 | Page 143 |
4890 | Not I but Christ. And yet Paul was no Goat, Its one thing to see Grace in my self, another thing to look upon it as mine, to clear me withall. | Not I but christ. And yet Paul was no Goat, Its one thing to see Grace in my self, Another thing to look upon it as mine, to clear me withal. | xx pns11 p-acp np1. cc av np1 vbds dx n1, pn31|vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po11 n1, j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp png11, pc-acp vvi pno11 av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 827 | Page 143 |
4891 | You are to see the Lords work and not appropriate it to your self. | You Are to see the lords work and not Appropriate it to your self. | pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n2 vvb cc xx vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 827 | Page 143 |
4912 | For the Lord many times clears up his love to the soul, and 'tis better than life to him, | For the Lord many times clears up his love to the soul, and it's better than life to him, | p-acp dt n1 d n2 vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pn31|vbz av-jc cs n1 p-acp pno31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4892 | And this let me say, if there be no more than ungodlinesse in thee, and thou seest no more, thou shalt never see God in Heaven, Heb. 12. 14. Nor didst never see him yet, 1 Iohn 3. 6, 8. Oh therefore look to a work! | And this let me say, if there be no more than ungodliness in thee, and thou See no more, thou shalt never see God in Heaven, Hebrew 12. 14. Nor didst never see him yet, 1 John 3. 6, 8. O Therefore look to a work! | cc d vvb pno11 vvi, cs pc-acp vbb dx av-dc cs n1 p-acp pno21, cc pns21 vv2 av-dx av-dc, pns21 vm2 av-x vvi np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd ccx vdd2 av-x vvi pno31 av, crd np1 crd crd, crd uh av vvb p-acp dt n1! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 827 | Page 143 |
4893 | 1. If you do not, you have no peace. | 1. If you do not, you have no peace. | crd cs pn22 vdb xx, pn22 vhb dx n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 828 | Page 143 |
4894 | For the Lords sake do it before fire try you, or you stand scorching before the Tribunal of God. | For the lords sake do it before fire try you, or you stand scorching before the Tribunal of God. | p-acp dt n2 n1 vdb pn31 p-acp n1 vvi pn22, cc pn22 vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 828 | Page 143 |
4895 | 2. The sweet of it will be great, as there is nothing more bitter than Christ departing with his holy presence; | 2. The sweet of it will be great, as there is nothing more bitter than christ departing with his holy presence; | crd dt j pp-f pn31 vmb vbi j, c-acp pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs np1 vvg p-acp po31 j n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 829 | Page 143 |
4896 | so nothing so sweet as Christs cleaving to thee in his holy presence. | so nothing so sweet as Christ cleaving to thee in his holy presence. | av pix av j c-acp npg1 vvg p-acp pno21 p-acp po31 j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 829 | Page 143 |
4897 | And truly sin was never bitter to that soul to which the work of the Lord Jesus was not sweet, | And truly sin was never bitter to that soul to which the work of the Lord jesus was not sweet, | cc av-j vvb vbds av-x j p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbds xx j, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 829 | Page 143 |
4898 | though its accounted by some almost Popery to speak so. | though its accounted by Some almost Popery to speak so. | c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d av n1 pc-acp vvi av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 829 | Page 143 |
4899 | To this all promises are made, 1 Tim. 4. 8. Godlinesse hath them. 'Tis true, they are made to Christ, i. e. to Christ mystical, 1 Cor. 12. 12. Yet to the head as the foundation and conveyer of all to the elect, Eph. 1. 23. 2 Pet. 1. 3, 4. If you despise work, you despise Promises, | To this all promises Are made, 1 Tim. 4. 8. Godliness hath them. It's true, they Are made to christ, i. e. to christ mystical, 1 Cor. 12. 12. Yet to the head as the Foundation and conveyer of all to the elect, Ephesians 1. 23. 2 Pet. 1. 3, 4. If you despise work, you despise Promises, | p-acp d d n2 vbr vvn, crd np1 crd crd n1 vhz pno32. pn31|vbz j, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1, sy. sy. p-acp np1 j, crd np1 crd crd av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d p-acp dt j-vvn, np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd, crd cs pn22 vvb n1, pn22 vvb vvz, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 829 | Page 143 |
4900 | and so despise Christ, and the Lord knowes what use you may have of them before you die. SECT. VI. TO the people of God, |
and so despise christ, and the Lord knows what use you may have of them before you die. SECT. VI. TO the people of God, in whom the Lord hath made this great change, and made a difference between you and all the world. | cc av vvb np1, cc dt n1 vvz r-crq vvb pn22 vmb vhi pp-f pno32 p-acp pn22 vvb. n1. crd. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn d j n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pn22 cc d dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 829 | Page 143 |
4901 | Take heed of denying your work, and this real apparent expression of the lords love. | vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n1, cc d j j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 830 | Page 144 | |
4902 | How many doubting drooping Spirits are there, that though others may see, and though themselves have felt the sensible expression of the Lords love, | How many doubting drooping Spirits Are there, that though Others may see, and though themselves have felt the sensible expression of the lords love, | c-crq d vvg vvg n2 vbr a-acp, cst c-acp n2-jn vmb vvi, cc cs px32 vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 830 | Page 144 |
4903 | yet oft come to this conclusion, or fear that the Lord did never yet good unto me? And dispute against it, | yet oft come to this conclusion, or Fear that the Lord did never yet good unto me? And dispute against it, | av av vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvb d dt n1 vdd av-x av j p-acp pno11? cc vvb p-acp pn31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 830 | Page 144 |
4904 | and think that this an hypocrite may have, Isa. 49. 14. There are two waies whereby Grace is despised. | and think that this an hypocrite may have, Isaiah 49. 14. There Are two ways whereby Grace is despised. | cc vvb cst d dt n1 vmb vhi, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbr crd n2 c-crq n1 vbz vvn. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 830 | Page 144 |
4905 | 1. By making common Grace special. 2. By making special Grace common. | 1. By making Common Grace special. 2. By making special Grace Common. | crd p-acp vvg j n1 j. crd p-acp vvg j n1 j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 831 | Page 144 |
4906 | The Elect are apt to do so before they are called, as Paul thought his innocent Godlinesse gain; | The Elect Are apt to do so before they Are called, as Paul Thought his innocent Godliness gain; | dt j vbr j pc-acp vdi av c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, c-acp np1 vvd po31 j-jn n1 vvi; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 832 | Page 144 |
4907 | they are apt to do the latter when once in Christ. All this we may have, and yet to Hell. | they Are apt to do the latter when once in christ. All this we may have, and yet to Hell. | pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi dt d q-crq a-acp p-acp np1. av-d d pns12 vmb vhi, cc av p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 832 | Page 144 |
4908 | Oh take heed of despising this kindnesse which the Lord Jesus hath not shewn to the greatest Potentates of the world. | O take heed of despising this kindness which the Lord jesus hath not shown to the greatest Potentates of the world. | uh vvb n1 pp-f vvg d n1 r-crq dt n1 np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 832 | Page 144 |
4909 | Yea, |
Yea, if I did but know it; | uh, cs pns11 vdd cc-acp vvb pn31; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 833 | Page 144 |
4910 | but I am put to such fears and doubts about it, that I know not what to make on't. | but I am put to such fears and doubts about it, that I know not what to make oned. | cc-acp pns11 vbm vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, cst pns11 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp|pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 833 | Page 144 |
4911 | 1. Do not think that thou art under the power of thy sin, |
1. Do not think that thou art under the power of thy since, when thou art At war with thy since and it with thee. | crd vdb xx vvi cst pns21 vb2r p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, c-crq pns21 vb2r p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc pn31 p-acp pno21. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4913 | but then winds arise, and storms come, and sin and Satan assaults, and now he cries out, he perisheth, | but then winds arise, and storms come, and since and Satan assaults, and now he cries out, he Perishes, | cc-acp av n2 vvb, cc n2 vvb, cc n1 cc np1 vvz, cc av pns31 vvz av, pns31 vvz, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4914 | and that he was never redeemed by Christ, nor never saw Christs love. | and that he was never redeemed by christ, nor never saw Christ love. | cc cst pns31 vbds av-x vvn p-acp np1, ccx av-x vvd npg1 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4915 | Should his soul be thus ensnared, thus assaulted, and no strength against it, and therefore being under the power of it, hence he never had pardon; | Should his soul be thus Ensnared, thus assaulted, and no strength against it, and Therefore being under the power of it, hence he never had pardon; | vmd po31 n1 vbb av vvn, av vvn, cc dx n1 p-acp pn31, cc av vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, av pns31 av-x vhd n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4916 | they cannot overcome their corruptions, though they strive against them, hence think they are under the power of them, | they cannot overcome their corruptions, though they strive against them, hence think they Are under the power of them, | pns32 vmbx vvi po32 n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno32, av vvb pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4917 | and then say, where is Christs Spirit? &c. Answ. When Rebekah had Twins, so that she was troubled, she went to the Lord, who told her, the elder shall serve the younger: | and then say, where is Christ Spirit? etc. Answer When Rebekah had Twins, so that she was troubled, she went to the Lord, who told her, the elder shall serve the younger: | cc av vvb, q-crq vbz npg1 n1? av np1 c-crq np1 vhd n2, av cst pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd pno31, dt n-jn vmb vvi dt jc: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4918 | So there is Flesh and Spirit in Saints, and these two are contrary, so that you cannot do the things you would; | So there is Flesh and Spirit in Saints, and these two Are contrary, so that you cannot do the things you would; | av pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, cc d crd vbr j-jn, av cst pn22 vmbx vdi dt n2 pn22 vmd; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4919 | and somtimes cannot will, yet somthing opposeth this. | and sometimes cannot will, yet something Opposeth this. | cc av vmbx vvi, av pi vvz d. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4920 | Well, know it, that the elder and stronger shall serve the younger, it shall be Lord. | Well, know it, that the elder and Stronger shall serve the younger, it shall be Lord. | uh-av, vvb pn31, cst dt n-jn cc jc vmb vvi dt jc, pn31 vmb vbi n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4921 | A man that is at war with another, hath received power against him, but victory is not gotten presently, so 'tis here: Iudgment shall come to victory. | A man that is At war with Another, hath received power against him, but victory is not got presently, so it's Here: Judgement shall come to victory. | dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn, vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp n1 vbz xx vvn av-j, av pn31|vbz av: n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4922 | Though thou art bruised and canst not raise up thy self; | Though thou art Bruised and Canst not raise up thy self; | cs pns21 vb2r vvn cc vm2 xx vvi a-acp po21 n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4923 | now there is no fear of breaking, if God will not do that, none shall do it, | now there is no Fear of breaking, if God will not do that, none shall do it, | av a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg, cs np1 vmb xx vdi d, pix vmb vdi pn31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4924 | and therefore thou shalt get victory. Only know for the present thou hast power. Thou goest to all Ordinances, and when no help there, raisest the power of Heaven. Oh Lord awake! | and Therefore thou shalt get victory. Only know for the present thou hast power. Thou goest to all Ordinances, and when no help there, raisest the power of Heaven. O Lord awake! | cc av pns21 vm2 vvi n1. j vvb p-acp dt j pns21 vh2 n1. pns21 vv2 p-acp d n2, cc c-crq dx n1 a-acp, vv2 dt n1 pp-f n1. uh n1 vvb! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4925 | Awake Oh Arm of the Lord! Isa. 51. 9. 2. Do not think that the being of Grace is lost, when 'tis hid, by the cessation of it for a time from act. | Awake O Arm of the Lord! Isaiah 51. 9. 2. Do not think that the being of Grace is lost, when it's hid, by the cessation of it for a time from act. | vvb uh n1 pp-f dt n1! np1 crd crd crd vdb xx vvi cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 834 | Page 144 |
4926 | For 'tis hard to know whether Grace be there, when acts are not seen or felt; now somtimes 'tis so. | For it's hard to know whither Grace be there, when acts Are not seen or felt; now sometimes it's so. | p-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi cs n1 vbb a-acp, c-crq n2 vbr xx vvn cc vvn; av av pn31|vbz av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4927 | The heart growes carelesse and negligent, ceaseth from acting, quencheth the flame of the Spirit. | The heart grows careless and negligent, ceases from acting, quenches the flame of the Spirit. | dt n1 vvz j cc j, vvz p-acp vvg, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4928 | Hence come fears, was there ever Grace here? The Sluggards Garden grows full of Nettles, | Hence come fears, was there ever Grace Here? The Sluggards Garden grows full of Nettles, | av vvb n2, vbds a-acp av vvi av? dt n2 n1 vvz j pp-f n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4929 | and he saith, was the ever good seed sown here? Answ. Consider 'tis in this case, as 'tis in sin. | and he Says, was the ever good seed sown Here? Answer Consider it's in this case, as it's in since. | cc pns31 vvz, vbds dt av j n1 vvn av? np1 vvb pn31|vbz p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4930 | Though the act of sin ceaseth, yet there is a bent of heart still toward it; | Though the act of since ceases, yet there is a bent of heart still towards it; | cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp pn31; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4931 | and a carnal heart will return to his old Byas and bent again: | and a carnal heart will return to his old Bias and bent again: | cc dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n1 cc vvn av: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4932 | So though the act of Grace ceaseth, yet there is an inner man, a gracious bent and frame put upon the will, that though for a time it ceaseth acting, | So though the act of Grace ceases, yet there is an inner man, a gracious bent and frame put upon the will, that though for a time it ceases acting, | av cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, av pc-acp vbz dt j n1, dt j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cst cs p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz vvg, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4933 | yet it will return to its old bent again, to its own nature, which is called the seed of God, 1 Iohn 3. 9. From which a man can never fall. | yet it will return to its old bent again, to its own nature, which is called the seed of God, 1 John 3. 9. From which a man can never fallen. | av pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j vvn av, p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb av-x vvi. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4935 | In the old Law, if any unclean thing fell on a Pitcher, it was accounted unclean, | In the old Law, if any unclean thing fell on a Pitcher, it was accounted unclean, | p-acp dt j n1, cs d j n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbds vvn j, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4936 | but if in a Spring, not, because it would work it out again; so here: | but if in a Spring, not, Because it would work it out again; so Here: | cc-acp cs p-acp dt n1, xx, c-acp pn31 vmd vvi pn31 av av; av av: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 144 |
4937 | There is a Spring of Grace, which may be muddied and stopt up, yet it will work it le•• clear again. | There is a Spring of Grace, which may be muddied and stopped up, yet it will work it le•• clear again. | pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn cc vvn a-acp, av pn31 vmb vvi pn31 n1 vvi av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 145 |
4938 | And this Gods people shall find, there is somthing in them that springs up to everlasting life all their daies. | And this God's people shall find, there is something in them that springs up to everlasting life all their days. | cc d ng1 n1 vmb vvi, pc-acp vbz pi p-acp pno32 cst vvz a-acp p-acp j n1 d po32 n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 835 | Page 145 |
4939 | 3. Do not judge only of the truth and measure of Grace by what thou hast in thy hand of feeling; | 3. Do not judge only of the truth and measure of Grace by what thou hast in thy hand of feeling; | crd vdb xx vvi av-j pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 p-acp po21 n1 pp-f n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4940 | but by what thou hast in thy hand of Faith in the promise. | but by what thou hast in thy hand of Faith in the promise. | cc-acp p-acp r-crq pns21 vh2 p-acp po21 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4941 | God hath ever delighted to keep his people short of what they would have, and to give them but little, insomuch that they often question the truth of Grace, feeling so little measure of it. | God hath ever delighted to keep his people short of what they would have, and to give them but little, insomuch that they often question the truth of Grace, feeling so little measure of it. | np1 vhz av vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j pp-f r-crq pns32 vmd vhi, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j, av cst pns32 av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg av j n1 pp-f pn31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4942 | Yet they look to the riches of Gods Grace, to the freenesse and riches of the Lords promise, | Yet they look to the riches of God's Grace, to the freeness and riches of the lords promise, | av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4943 | and hang there, and plea• that, and suck that breast. | and hang there, and plea• that, and suck that breast. | cc vvb a-acp, cc n1 cst, cc vvi d n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4944 | Answ. Oh now consider thou art empty, but remember the Lord Jesus is full, and the promise is free and full. | Answer O now Consider thou art empty, but Remember the Lord jesus is full, and the promise is free and full. | np1 uh av vvb pns21 vb2r j, cc-acp vvb dt n1 np1 vbz j, cc dt n1 vbz j cc j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4945 | Oh the riches of it, to give abundantly, and to work Truth in thee ▪ Hence 'tis there in the promise, | O the riches of it, to give abundantly, and to work Truth in thee ▪ Hence it's there in the promise, | uh dt n2 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi av-j, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno21 ▪ av pns31|vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4946 | and thy Faith h•ngs on the promise for it: Why, tis thine by Faith then. | and thy Faith h•ngs on the promise for it: Why, this thine by Faith then. | cc po21 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31: q-crq, pn31|vbz png21 p-acp n1 av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4947 | The nature of Faith is to carry the soul empty to a promise and the Lords Grace, | The nature of Faith is to carry the soul empty to a promise and the lords Grace, | dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2 vvb, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4948 | and Christ there, so that it knows not whither else to go but for bread here. | and christ there, so that it knows not whither Else to go but for bred Here. | cc np1 a-acp, av cst pn31 vvz xx c-crq av pc-acp vvi cc-acp p-acp n1 av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4949 | Now Faith doing thus, it makes the promise and all of it thine, 2 Pet. 1. 1, 4. Abraham had his child first in the promise, | Now Faith doing thus, it makes the promise and all of it thine, 2 Pet. 1. 1, 4. Abraham had his child First in the promise, | av uh-n vdg av, pn31 vvz dt n1 cc d pp-f pn31 po21, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 vhd po31 n1 ord p-acp dt n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4950 | when he felt a dry body, and saw a barren womb. | when he felt a dry body, and saw a barren womb. | c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n1, cc vvd dt j n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4951 | And know it, its insinite mercy to be kept up in the promise, and thou givest the Lord infinite Glory by embracing of it now, and thou maist triumph here. | And know it, its Infinite mercy to be kept up in the promise, and thou givest the Lord infinite Glory by embracing of it now, and thou Mayest triumph Here. | cc vvb pn31, pn31|vbz j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 j n1 p-acp vvg pp-f pn31 av, cc pns21 vm2 vvi av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4952 | Hast not said, Lord, that Solomon shall reign, and sin shall not? It shall not. | Hast not said, Lord, that Solomon shall Reign, and since shall not? It shall not. | vh2 xx vvn, n1, cst np1 vmb vvi, cc n1 vmb xx? pn31 vmb xx. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4953 | Oh rejoyce oh Heavens and Earth at this, for the Lord hath visited me! | O rejoice o Heavens and Earth At this, for the Lord hath visited me! | uh vvb uh n2 cc n1 p-acp d, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno11! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4954 | God took from Paul his revelations, and sent distempers, that Grace might be manifested in the promise. | God took from Paul his revelations, and sent distempers, that Grace might be manifested in the promise. | np1 vvd p-acp np1 po31 n2, cc vvd n2, cst n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 836 | Page 145 |
4955 | 4. Do not think that the Lords heart is not towards thee, while he hides his face from thee. | 4. Do not think that the lords heart is not towards thee, while he hides his face from thee. | crd vdb xx vvi cst dt n2 n1 vbz xx p-acp pno21, cs pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno21. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 837 | Page 145 |
4956 | For there may be frowns in a Fathers face, and yet love in his heart: | For there may be frowns in a Father's face, and yet love in his heart: | p-acp a-acp vmb vbi n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc av vvb p-acp po31 n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 837 | Page 145 |
4957 | The Lord purposely hides himself from his people somtimes, especially when they begin to grow weary of him, | The Lord purposely hides himself from his people sometimes, especially when they begin to grow weary of him, | dt n1 av vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1 av, av-j c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi j pp-f pno31, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 837 | Page 145 |
4958 | or proud, but yet his heart is towards them still. | or proud, but yet his heart is towards them still. | cc j, cc-acp av po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno32 av. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 837 | Page 145 |
4959 | Now they think not so, when in utter darknesse, then they think there is no love. | Now they think not so, when in utter darkness, then they think there is no love. | av pns32 vvb xx av, c-crq p-acp j n1, cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 837 | Page 145 |
4960 | the woman of Canaan besought Christ oft, yet he heard not, yet his heart was towards her. | the woman of Canaan besought christ oft, yet he herd not, yet his heart was towards her. | dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1 av, av pns31 vvd xx, av po31 n1 vbds p-acp pno31. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 837 | Page 145 |
4961 | How did that appear? Her heart and Faith was still toward him, she would not leave him though she should have but crumbs. | How did that appear? Her heart and Faith was still towards him, she would not leave him though she should have but crumbs. | q-crq vdd d vvi? po31 n1 cc n1 vbds av p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31 cs pns31 vmd vhi p-acp n2. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 837 | Page 145 |
4962 | Isa. 45. 15. & 8. 17. And the Lord doth purposely hide his face in love, that his peoples hearts may be towards him, Hos. 5. 15. & 6. 1. | Isaiah 45. 15. & 8. 17. And the Lord does purposely hide his face in love, that his peoples hearts may be towards him, Hos. 5. 15. & 6. 1. | np1 crd crd cc crd crd cc dt n1 vdz av vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, cst po31 ng1 n2 vmb vbi p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd cc crd crd | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 837 | Page 145 |
4963 | 5. Do not judge of the Lords love and heart toward you in these sad times by present feelings, | 5. Do not judge of the lords love and heart towards you in these sad times by present feelings, | crd vdb xx vvi pp-f dt n2 vvb cc n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp d j n2 p-acp j n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4964 | but by the issue of them. | but by the issue of them. | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4965 | For such is the Lords cariage towards his people somtimes, that God seems wholly to crosse them, | For such is the lords carriage towards his people sometimes, that God seems wholly to cross them, | p-acp d vbz dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 av, cst np1 vvz av-jn p-acp vvi pno32, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4966 | and appears in all their waies with a drawn sword against them. | and appears in all their ways with a drawn sword against them. | cc vvz p-acp d po32 n2 p-acp dt vvn n1 p-acp pno32. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4967 | He doth not only leave them to their enemies, as he did Samson, but to their sins, | He does not only leave them to their enemies, as he did samson, but to their Sins, | pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns31 vdd np1, p-acp p-acp po32 n2, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4968 | and to Satan to buffet them, that there is nothing but clouds of wrath and no Star appearing. | and to Satan to buffet them, that there is nothing but Clouds of wrath and no Star appearing. | cc p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pc-acp vbz pix cc-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc dx n1 vvg. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4969 | Now look to the issue, and mark the upright man, his end is peace; | Now look to the issue, and mark the upright man, his end is peace; | av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb dt j n1, po31 n1 vbz n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4970 | and consider this, Christs Kingdom is hid, and he brings contraries out of contraries, he makes darknesse light, Hell Heaven, guilt pardon, weaknesse strength, | and Consider this, Christ Kingdom is hid, and he brings contraries out of contraries, he makes darkness Light, Hell Heaven, guilt pardon, weakness strength, | cc vvb d, npg1 n1 vbz vvn, cc pns31 vvz n-jn av pp-f n2-jn, pns31 vvz n1 n1, n1 n1, n1 n1, n1 n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4971 | and calls things that are not, as though they were. | and calls things that Are not, as though they were. | cc vvz n2 cst vbr xx, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4972 | Then think within thy self, Ile conclude nothing against my self, but stay and wait what the issue will be, which is ever glorious, Iames 1. 2, 3, 4. 1 Pet. 1. 5, 6, 7. Consider hath not the Lord done thee much good already? Oh consider what is then behind! | Then think within thy self, I'll conclude nothing against my self, but stay and wait what the issue will be, which is ever glorious, James 1. 2, 3, 4. 1 Pet. 1. 5, 6, 7. Consider hath not the Lord done thee much good already? O Consider what is then behind! | av vvb p-acp po21 n1, pns11|vmb vvi pix p-acp po11 n1, cc-acp vvb cc vvi r-crq dt n1 vmb vbi, r-crq vbz av j, np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 vhz xx dt n1 vdn pno21 d j av? uh vvb r-crq vbz av a-acp! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 838 | Page 145 |
4973 | 6. Never enter into dispute with Satan, or thine own self, about thy estate, but by taking and making Scripture and Word tobe the Judge of the controversie. | 6. Never enter into dispute with Satan, or thine own self, about thy estate, but by taking and making Scripture and Word tobe the Judge of the controversy. | crd av-x vvb p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc po21 d n1, p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp p-acp vvg cc vvg n1 cc n1 n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 145 |
4974 | Fears come in, you shall never have mercy, never have power; | Fears come in, you shall never have mercy, never have power; | np1 vvb p-acp, pn22 vmb av-x vhi n1, av-x vhb n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 145 |
4975 | Who told you so? Doth the Word say that? The Lord never gave himself to me, I fear it! | Who told you so? Does the Word say that? The Lord never gave himself to me, I Fear it! | r-crq vvd pn22 av? vdz dt n1 vvb d? dt n1 av-x vvd px31 p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb pn31! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 145 |
4976 | Doth the Word say so? Never was any as I; | Does the Word say so? Never was any as I; | vdz dt n1 vvb av? av-x vbds d c-acp pns11; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 145 |
4977 | Doth the Word say so? Or doth not the Word say, God delights to pick out the vilest, to send the Physitian to them that be sick. | Does the Word say so? Or does not the Word say, God delights to pick out the Vilest, to send the physician to them that be sick. | vdz dt n1 vvb av? cc vdz xx dt n1 vvb, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi av dt js, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbb j. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 145 |
4978 | I cannot see nor conceive any mercy; | I cannot see nor conceive any mercy; | pns11 vmbx vvi ccx vvi d n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 145 |
4979 | Doth the Word say so? Are not the Lords thoughts above thine? I have not that peace that others have, | Does the Word say so? are not the lords thoughts above thine? I have not that peace that Others have, | vdz dt n1 vvb av? vbr xx dt n2 n2 p-acp png21? pns11 vhb xx d n1 cst n2-jn vhb, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 145 |
4980 | therefore the Lord intends none toward me; | Therefore the Lord intends none towards me; | av dt n1 vvz pix p-acp pno11; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 145 |
4981 | Doth the Word say so? Oh but others if they knew me, would loath me! | Does the Word say so? O but Others if they knew me, would loath me! | vdz dt n1 vvb av? uh p-acp n2-jn cs pns32 vvd pno11, vmd vvi pno11! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 146 |
4982 | Doth the Word say so? When as it saith, Doublesse then thou art our Father, Isa. 63. 16. And bring before this Judge both sides, not only what sin can say, | Does the Word say so? When as it Says, Doublesse then thou art our Father, Isaiah 63. 16. And bring before this Judge both sides, not only what since can say, | vdz dt n1 vvb av? c-crq c-acp pn31 vvz, av-j av pns21 vb2r po12 n1, np1 crd crd cc vvb p-acp d n1 d n2, xx av-j r-crq n1 vmb vvi, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 146 |
4983 | or may do against thee, but what the Word of the Lord Jesus can say for thee, Jer. 31. 18, 20. Ephraim cries out of stubb••nesse: | or may do against thee, but what the Word of the Lord jesus can say for thee, Jer. 31. 18, 20. Ephraim cries out of stubb••nesse: | cc vmb vdi p-acp pno21, cc-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvz av pp-f n1: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 146 |
4984 | Oh but is not Ephraim my only Son? Hear Ephraim lamenting too. And hear• nothing against a Word. | O but is not Ephraim my only Son? Hear Ephraim lamenting too. And hear• nothing against a Word. | uh p-acp vbz xx np1 po11 j n1? vvb np1 vvg av. cc n1 pix p-acp dt n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 146 |
4985 | Look on Paul warring against Christ, and yet the Law of Christ in him also, Luke 24. 25. 7. In times of greatest and smallest fears, remember to be humble and vile in thine own eyes, worthy never to be beloved. | Look on Paul warring against christ, and yet the Law of christ in him also, Lycia 24. 25. 7. In times of greatest and Smallest fears, Remember to be humble and vile in thine own eyes, worthy never to be Beloved. | n1 p-acp np1 j-vvg p-acp np1, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 av, av crd crd crd p-acp n2 pp-f js cc js n2, vvb pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp po21 d n2, j av pc-acp vbi vvn. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 839 | Page 146 |
4986 | And let the Lord have his Will of thee, and this will give you peace. God denies mercy to that man that will be Lord of it: | And let the Lord have his Will of thee, and this will give you peace. God Denies mercy to that man that will be Lord of it: | cc vvb dt n1 vhb po31 n1 pp-f pno21, cc d vmb vvi pn22 n1. np1 vvz n1 p-acp d n1 cst vmb vbi n1 pp-f pn31: | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 840 | Page 146 |
4987 | To be sure, evidence mercy then he will not; | To be sure, evidence mercy then he will not; | pc-acp vbi j, n1 n1 cs pns31 vmb xx; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 840 | Page 146 |
4988 | and when he doth manifest it, 'tis then when poorest and vilest, and the heart is meek and humble, Isa. 57. 15, 16. Mat. 11. 29. Oh the Lord opens his heart and love, | and when he does manifest it, it's then when Poorest and Vilest, and the heart is meek and humble, Isaiah 57. 15, 16. Mathew 11. 29. O the Lord Opens his heart and love, | cc c-crq pns31 vdz vvi pn31, pn31|vbz av c-crq js cc js, cc dt n1 vbz j cc j, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd uh dt n1 vvz po31 n1 cc n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 840 | Page 146 |
4989 | when once his Will is dear. The Lord casts by his rod and frowns now, and creates peace. | when once his Will is dear. The Lord Cast by his rod and frowns now, and creates peace. | c-crq a-acp po31 n1 vbz j-jn. dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n2 av, cc vvz n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 840 | Page 146 |
4990 | Thus you may come to see the work, or the Lords Grace in you. | Thus you may come to see the work, or the lords Grace in you. | av pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n2 vvb p-acp pn22. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 840 | Page 146 |
4991 | To Ministers, |
To Ministers, to take heed of making precious things Common, by giving in false Signs and Evidences of love, | p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg j n2 j, p-acp vvg p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 841 | Page 146 |
4992 | but look up to the Lord for a special Spirit here. To Gods poor people, |
but look up to the Lord for a special Spirit Here. To God's poor people, and thankfulness. | cc-acp vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 av. p-acp npg1 j n1, cc n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 841 | Page 146 |
4993 | Oh that he hath called thee from darknesse into marvellous light, Of Consolat. into the Kingdom of his dear Son! | O that he hath called thee from darkness into marvellous Light, Of Consolate. into the Kingdom of his dear Son! | uh cst pns31 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, pp-f vvi. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
4994 | Oh that when so many come near to mercy, and fall short of it; yet me to be let in! | O that when so many come near to mercy, and fallen short of it; yet me to be let in! | uh cst c-crq av d vvb av-j p-acp n1, cc vvi j pp-f pn31; av pno11 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
4995 | Caleb and Ioshua to be let into Canaan, when the rest so near, and all perished! | Caleb and Ioshua to be let into Canaan, when the rest so near, and all perished! | np1 cc np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 av av-j, cc d vvn! | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
4996 | Blesse the Lord for all Afflictions, Fears, Temptations, Enemies, Evils, Hidings of his Face, hereby he hath but tried thee and purged away thy drosse; | Bless the Lord for all Afflictions, Fears, Temptations, Enemies, Evils, Hidings of his Face, hereby he hath but tried thee and purged away thy dross; | vvb dt n1 p-acp d n2, n2, n2, n2, n2-jn, n2-vvg pp-f po31 n1, av pns31 vhz p-acp vvn pno21 cc vvd av po21 n1; | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
4997 | and be comforted against all reproaches of Hypocrisie and Apostacy, and a proud world that casts filth in the face of Holinesse. | and be comforted against all Reproaches of Hypocrisy and Apostasy, and a proud world that Cast filth in the face of Holiness. | cc vbb vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc dt j n1 cst vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
4998 | Now we are Sons of God, it appears not what we shall be, but we shall be like him in Glory, in Grace, in Honour, in his Kingdom, for we shall see him as he is. | Now we Are Sons of God, it appears not what we shall be, but we shall be like him in Glory, in Grace, in Honour, in his Kingdom, for we shall see him as he is. | av pns12 vbr n2 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz xx r-crq pns12 vmb vbi, cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi av-j pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
4999 | And as for you that live, and lie, and bed it with your ease, lusts, sloath, | And as for you that live, and lie, and Bed it with your ease, Lustiest, sloth, | cc c-acp p-acp pn22 cst vvb, cc vvi, cc vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n1, n2, n1, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
5000 | and God sends you means, but the Bellows are burnt, the Lead is melted, and your Drosse not consumed, Reprobate Silver shall men call you, | and God sends you means, but the Bellows Are burned, the Led is melted, and your Dross not consumed, Reprobate Silver shall men call you, | cc np1 vvz pn22 n2, cc-acp dt n2 vbr vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn, cc po22 n1 xx vvn, j-jn n1 vmb n2 vvi pn22, | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
5001 | and God shall destroy all your confidence. | and God shall destroy all your confidence. | cc np1 vmb vvi d po22 n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
5003 | he hath put Heaven into thy soul, and his work which is more Glorious than the Creation of Heaven and Earth. | he hath put Heaven into thy soul, and his work which is more Glorious than the Creation of Heaven and Earth. | pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc po31 n1 r-crq vbz av-dc j cs dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. | (19) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
5004 | CHAP. XV. Shewing that the Hypocrisie of the Heart proceeds from a want of a Saving Illumination in the Understanding. SECT. I. THE Spring or one great cause and original of Evangelical Truth and Hypocrisie is the mind of man. | CHAP. XV. Showing that the Hypocrisy of the Heart proceeds from a want of a Saving Illumination in the Understanding. SECT. I. THE Spring or one great cause and original of Evangelical Truth and Hypocrisy is the mind of man. | np1 crd. vvg cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1. n1. np1 dt n1 cc crd j n1 cc n-jn pp-f np1 n1 cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 842 | Page 146 |
5005 | For here there was an apparent difference between the Virgins in their practise and in their wills, as hath been shewn; | For Here there was an apparent difference between the Virgins in their practice and in their wills, as hath been shown; | c-acp av a-acp vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc p-acp po32 n2, c-acp vhz vbn vvn; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 146 |
5006 | yet the Lord expresseth it in general thus, that some of them were wise (which is one part of the perfection of the understanding) and some of them were foolish (which is the great defect of light in the mind or understanding) because the truth of the one and the falshood of the other, manifested what their hearts were, in their heads and minds; | yet the Lord Expresses it in general thus, that Some of them were wise (which is one part of the perfection of the understanding) and Some of them were foolish (which is the great defect of Light in the mind or understanding) Because the truth of the one and the falsehood of the other, manifested what their hearts were, in their Heads and minds; | av dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp n1 av, cst d pp-f pno32 vbdr j (r-crq vbz crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1) cc d pp-f pno32 vbdr j (r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1) c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd cc dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, vvd r-crq po32 n2 vbdr, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5007 | and the Truth in the one, and Hypocrisie in the other did arise and was maintained by wisdom in some of their minds, | and the Truth in the one, and Hypocrisy in the other did arise and was maintained by Wisdom in Some of their minds, | cc dt n1 p-acp dt pi, cc n1 p-acp dt n-jn vdd vvi cc vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f po32 n2, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5008 | and by folly in the mind of some others. | and by folly in the mind of Some Others. | cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2-jn. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5009 | Folly or want of Divine Light made the one unready for Christ, wisdom or having of Divine Light, made the other prepared for him: | Folly or want of Divine Light made the one unready for christ, Wisdom or having of Divine Light, made the other prepared for him: | n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvd dt crd j p-acp np1, n1 cc vhg a-acp j-jn n1, vvd dt j-jn vvn p-acp pno31: | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5010 | Not that it doth exclude the evil or change of the will and affections, but because they manifest themselves, | Not that it does exclude the evil or change of the will and affections, but Because they manifest themselves, | xx cst pn31 vdz vvi dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvi px32, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5011 | and are maintained in the mind. | and Are maintained in the mind. | cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5012 | Hence I say, one great reason or Original of both lies in the mind, Mat. 6. 22, 23. If thy eye be single, thy whole body is light, &c. The eye or mind of a man sits like the Coachman, and guides the headstrong Affections; | Hence I say, one great reason or Original of both lies in the mind, Mathew 6. 22, 23. If thy eye be single, thy Whole body is Light, etc. The eye or mind of a man sits like the Coachman, and guides the headstrong Affections; | av pns11 vvb, crd j n1 cc j-jn pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd cs po21 n1 vbi j, po21 j-jn n1 vbz j, av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av-j dt n1, cc vvz dt j n2; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5013 | if now this be blind, there will be falls and deviations into crooked waies, John 3. 19, 20. Light is come. Now what is the condemnation? Men love darknesse, i. e. | if now this be blind, there will be falls and deviations into crooked ways, John 3. 19, 20. Light is come. Now what is the condemnation? Men love darkness, i. e. | cs av d vbb j, pc-acp vmb vbi n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2, np1 crd crd, crd n1 vbz vvn. av q-crq vbz dt n1? np1 vvb n1, uh. sy. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5014 | will be blind, and having sore minds and hearts, will not look up to the Sun. They see not, | will be blind, and having soar minds and hearts, will not look up to the Sun. They see not, | vmb vbi j, cc vhg av-j n2 cc n2, vmb xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb xx, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5015 | nor receive not the Truth in love, and hence condemned, and è contra. Hence Deut. 29. 1, 2, 3, 4. Moses sets down the causes of all their evils: | nor receive not the Truth in love, and hence condemned, and è contra. Hence Deuteronomy 29. 1, 2, 3, 4. Moses sets down the Causes of all their evils: | ccx vvb xx dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av vvn, cc fw-la fw-la. av np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd np1 vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f d po32 n2-jn: | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5016 | The Lord hath not given you eyes to see to this day. | The Lord hath not given you eyes to see to this day. | dt n1 vhz xx vvn pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5017 | They did see and hear by natural and acquired knowledge, but not by a Divine, created, infused knowledge, all that God had wrought and done for them. | They did see and hear by natural and acquired knowledge, but not by a Divine, created, infused knowledge, all that God had wrought and done for them. | pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi p-acp j cc vvn n1, cc-acp xx p-acp dt j-jn, vvn, vvd n1, d cst np1 vhd vvn cc vdn p-acp pno32. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5018 | He•ce when the Lord intends to seal down the Iews under unbelief, Isa. 6. 10. The Lord then said, shut their eyes lest they see and so be converted. | He•ce when the Lord intends to seal down the Iews under unbelief, Isaiah 6. 10. The Lord then said, shut their eyes lest they see and so be converted. | np1 c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt np2 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 av vvd, vvd po32 n2 cs pns32 vvb cc av vbi vvn. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5019 | The heart makes the eyes blind, and the mind makes the heart fat. A man that is at enmity with God, the Lord sets him against himself. | The heart makes the eyes blind, and the mind makes the heart fat. A man that is At enmity with God, the Lord sets him against himself. | dt n1 vvz dt n2 j, cc dt n1 vvz dt n1 j. dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp px31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5020 | Hence men are left of God to their own lusts, Luke 19. 42, 44. Oh that thou hadst known! | Hence men Are left of God to their own Lustiest, Lycia 19. 42, 44. O that thou Hadst known! | av n2 vbr vvn pp-f np1 p-acp po32 d n2, av crd crd, crd uh cst pns21 vhd2 vvn! | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5021 | and they knew not the day of visitation. | and they knew not the day of Visitation. | cc pns32 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5022 | Hence Deut. 32. 29. Oh that this people had been wise to consider their latter end! | Hence Deuteronomy 32. 29. O that this people had been wise to Consider their latter end! | av np1 crd crd uh cst d n1 vhd vbn j pc-acp vvi po32 d n1! | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5023 | You know 'tis in the Proverbs of Solomon the frequent title of those that are sincere and falshearted, the one is called wise, and the other foolish: Insomuch that some Divines have made a necessity of a change and turning about of the will, | You know it's in the Proverbs of Solomon the frequent title of those that Are sincere and False-hearted, the one is called wise, and the other foolish: Insomuch that Some Divines have made a necessity of a change and turning about of the will, | pn22 vvb pn31|vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 dt j n1 pp-f d cst vbr j cc j, dt pi vbz vvn j, cc dt j-jn j: av cst d n2-jn vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5024 | when there is fulnesse and clearnesse of light in the mind. Else they say a man might be sapiens and yet impius too, which cannot be. | when there is fullness and clearness of Light in the mind. Else they say a man might be sapiens and yet Impius too, which cannot be. | c-crq pc-acp vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. av pns32 vvb dt n1 vmd vbi fw-la cc av fw-la av, r-crq vmbx vbi. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5025 | But I dispute not a bout that; | But I dispute not a bout that; | p-acp pns11 vvb xx dt n1 d; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5026 | there be many bruit creatures that imitate the knowledge of man, yet there is no mind of man or reasonable soul in them; | there be many bruit creatures that imitate the knowledge of man, yet there is no mind of man or reasonable soul in them; | pc-acp vbi d n1 n2 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 p-acp pno32; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5027 | so hypocrites may have excellent abilities of reason, and yet fall short of that new mind, the eye and director of the whole man, that Saints have. | so Hypocrites may have excellent abilities of reason, and yet fallen short of that new mind, the eye and director of the Whole man, that Saints have. | av n2 vmb vhi j n2 pp-f n1, cc av vvb j pp-f cst j n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cst n2 vhb. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5028 | Its ever dark night with them the Sun of Glory never did yet rise upon them. SECT. II. 1. BEcause all Divine Light of Glory is ever powerful through Christ to change the heart. | Its ever dark night with them the Sun of Glory never did yet rise upon them. SECT. II 1. Because all Divine Light of Glory is ever powerful through christ to change the heart. | pn31|vbz av j n1 p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1 av-x vdd av vvi p-acp pno32. n1. crd crd p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vbz av j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 844 | Page 147 |
5029 | Hence if Hypocrites had it, their hearts would be sincere, which is not so, and hence they ever want it, whatever Light Else they have ▪ and hence those that have it must be sincere, John 8. 32. You shall know the truth and it shall make you free, i. e. | av cs n2 vhd pn31, po32 n2 vmd vbi j, r-crq vbz xx av, cc av pns32 av vvb pn31, r-crq n1 av pns32 vhb ▪ cc av d cst vhb pn31 vmb vbi j, np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 cc pn31 vmb vvi pn22 j, uh. sy. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 845 | Page 147 | |
5030 | from your bondage of fears and sins, hence David prayes for light, Psal. 119. 33, 34. And then he shall be set at liberty. | from your bondage of fears and Sins, hence David prays for Light, Psalm 119. 33, 34. And then he shall be Set At liberty. | p-acp po22 n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, av np1 vvz p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc av pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 845 | Page 147 |
5031 | As Iron is drawn to the Loadstone by a secret hidden vertue, so there is a secret vertue of Divine Light that drawes the most Iron heart, | As Iron is drawn to the Loadstone by a secret hidden virtue, so there is a secret virtue of Divine Light that draws the most Iron heart, | p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn j-vvn n1, av pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cst vvz dt av-ds n1 n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 845 | Page 147 |
5032 | nay changeth it, John 17. 17. Sanctifie them through thy Truth, &c. For this is the difference between mans and Gods teaching: | nay changes it, John 17. 17. Sanctify them through thy Truth, etc. For this is the difference between men and God's teaching: | uh-x vvz pn31, np1 crd crd vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, av p-acp d vbz dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 vvg: | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 845 | Page 147 |
5033 | And hence when the Gospel comes in power, it comes in demonstration; | And hence when the Gospel comes in power, it comes in demonstration; | cc av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, pn31 vvz p-acp n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 845 | Page 147 |
5034 | whereby the heart is mightily overpowred, that it cannot but fall down before God, whose voice and truth it hearts. | whereby the heart is mightily overpowered, that it cannot but fallen down before God, whose voice and truth it hearts. | c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, cst pn31 vmbx cc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pn31 n2. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 845 | Page 147 |
5035 | And hence the young man saw some worth in Christ, but not enough, and hence he forsook Christ. | And hence the young man saw Some worth in christ, but not enough, and hence he forsook christ. | cc av dt j n1 vvd d n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp xx av-d, cc av pns31 vvd np1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 845 | Page 147 |
5036 | Truth is not stones, but bread to them that see it indeed. | Truth is not stones, but bred to them that see it indeed. | n1 vbz xx n2, cc-acp n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31 av. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 845 | Page 147 |
5037 | 2. Because the mind is the first inlet of all sin and all Grace, and hence all hypocrisie springs from thence. | 2. Because the mind is the First inlet of all since and all Grace, and hence all hypocrisy springs from thence. | crd p-acp dt n1 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 cc d n1, cc av d n1 vvz p-acp av. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 147 |
5056 | 1. Of those that fly from the Light, which is done sundry ways. I'll mention only one, that is used by a false heart. | crd pp-f d cst vvb p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz vdn j n2. pns11|vmb vvi av-j pi, cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 | |
5038 | Hence when Satan laid his Train to blow up all the world by since, he First enters into dispute and parley with Eve, and as the Apostle speaks, deceived her, 1 Tim. 2. 14. The woman was First deceived. | av c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 ord vvz p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz, vvn pno31, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vbds ord vvn. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 | |
5039 | And hence when Satan came with his last and strongest temptation, to draw away the heart of Christ to him, he attempted it by a sudden presenting to his mind the Glory of all the world, hoping hereby to get in. | And hence when Satan Come with his last and Strongest temptation, to draw away the heart of christ to him, he attempted it by a sudden presenting to his mind the Glory of all the world, hoping hereby to get in. | cc av c-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 ord cc js n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt j vvg p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, vvg av pc-acp vvi p-acp. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5040 | Nay in the unpardonable sin there is summa caecitas, to call evil good, and good evil. | Nay in the unpardonable since there is summa caecitas, to call evil good, and good evil. | uh-x p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbz fw-la fw-la, pc-acp vvi n-jn j, cc j n-jn. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5041 | And hence the Pharisees that did commit it, were called blind; | And hence the Pharisees that did commit it, were called blind; | cc av dt np2 cst vdd vvi pn31, vbdr vvn j; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5042 | and when sin is entred, it strengthens it self by the mind, Heb. 3. 13. Least 〈 ◊ 〉 of you be hardned through the deceitfulnesse of sin. | and when since is entered, it strengthens it self by the mind, Hebrew 3. 13. lest 〈 ◊ 〉 of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of since. | cc c-crq n1 vbz vvn, pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cs 〈 sy 〉 pp-f pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5043 | As 'tis with Cities, they might be easily taken, but for the Forts that are built about them, | As it's with Cities, they might be Easily taken, but for the Forts that Are built about them, | c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, pns32 vmd vbi av-j vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5044 | and the Souldiers that are in them: So men set up their hearts and minds above, and against the Lord Jesus. | and the Soldiers that Are in them: So men Set up their hearts and minds above, and against the Lord jesus. | cc dt n2 cst vbr p-acp pno32: av n2 vvd a-acp po32 n2 cc n2 a-acp, cc p-acp dt n1 np1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5045 | The power of sin lies in the power of darkness, as the power of a weak State in the wisdom of its Council. | The power of since lies in the power of darkness, as the power of a weak State in the Wisdom of its Council. | dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5046 | And hence when the Spirit comes, all the work of it is expressed by conviction of sin, righteousnesse and judgment, because convince one effectually, and you convert him. | And hence when the Spirit comes, all the work of it is expressed by conviction of since, righteousness and judgement, Because convince one effectually, and you convert him. | cc av c-crq dt n1 vvz, d dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp vvi pi av-j, cc pn22 vvb pno31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5047 | And hence when the Lord comes with life, he comes in by light, Eph. 5. 14. Christ shall give thee light. | And hence when the Lord comes with life, he comes in by Light, Ephesians 5. 14. christ shall give thee Light. | cc av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd crd np1 vmb vvi pno21 n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5048 | And hence when the Gospel comes to take away all darknesse and sin, 'tis said Satans chief policy lies in this, to blind mens eyes, 2 Cor. 4. 4. Either by obscuring the Light, | And hence when the Gospel comes to take away all darkness and since, it's said Satan chief policy lies in this, to blind men's eyes, 2 Cor. 4. 4. Either by obscuring the Light, | cc av c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av d n1 cc n1, pn31|vbz vvd npg1 j-jn n1 vvz p-acp d, p-acp j ng2 n2, crd np1 crd crd av-d p-acp vvg dt n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5049 | or by kindling a false Light in their minds, that they shall think they see, when their darknesse remains; | or by kindling a false Light in their minds, that they shall think they see, when their darkness remains; | cc p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vvb, c-crq po32 n1 vvz; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5050 | not but that there is filth enough in the will, but Satan knows that Christ shines into the heart by the mind; | not but that there is filth enough in the will, but Satan knows that christ shines into the heart by the mind; | xx p-acp d pc-acp vbz n1 av-d p-acp dt n1, cc-acp np1 vvz cst np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5051 | and hence he blinds men, and then he knows he shall damn men. | and hence he blinds men, and then he knows he shall damn men. | cc av pns31 vvz n2, cc av pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi n2. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5052 | Beloved, if men had the Spirit, it would lead them into all Truth, now this the world cannot receive, because John 14. 17. It knowes him not. This is that which opens and shuts to all life and sin; | beloved, if men had the Spirit, it would led them into all Truth, now this the world cannot receive, Because John 14. 17. It knows him not. This is that which Opens and shuts to all life and since; | j-vvn, cs n2 vhd dt n1, pn31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, av d dt n1 vmbx vvi, p-acp np1 crd crd pn31 vvz pno31 xx. d vbz d r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp d n1 cc n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5053 | not that bare light can change the will, but the Lord doth it by the power of his Truth and Light: | not that bore Light can change the will, but the Lord does it by the power of his Truth and Light: | xx cst j n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1: | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5054 | And as tis with water coming through some Mines, there is a healing vertue in it, | And as this with water coming through Some Mines, there is a healing virtue in it, | cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1 vvg p-acp d n2, pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5055 | so Light coming from everlasting love, it heals men of their evils. SECT. III. HEnce see the danger of two sorts of men especially. | so Light coming from everlasting love, it heals men of their evils. SECT. III. HEnce see the danger of two sorts of men especially. | av av-j vvg p-acp j n1, pn31 vvz n2 pp-f po32 n2-jn. n1. np1. av vvi dt n1 pp-f crd n2 pp-f n2 av-j. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 846 | Page 148 |
5057 | A man is troubled in mind concerning his estate, fears death and Hell, and so few shall be saved, | A man is troubled in mind Concerning his estate, fears death and Hell, and so few shall be saved, | dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 vvg po31 n1, vvz n1 cc n1, cc av d vmb vbi vvn, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5058 | how can I be one, &c. How comes he to fear? The Lord hath by his Spirit in the Word discovered and found out his sin, the thief is taken and apprehended, | how can I be one, etc. How comes he to Fear? The Lord hath by his Spirit in the Word discovered and found out his since, the thief is taken and apprehended, | q-crq vmb pns11 vbi pi, av c-crq vvz pns31 p-acp n1? dt n1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn cc vvd av po31 n1, dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5059 | and condemned, he hears still, but yet can find no peace, Why? Because he lives in those sins that he is convinced of. | and condemned, he hears still, but yet can find no peace, Why? Because he lives in those Sins that he is convinced of. | cc vvn, pns31 vvz av, cc-acp av vmb vvi dx n1, q-crq? p-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n2 cst pns31 vbz vvn pp-f. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5060 | Hence the Word raiseth damps and heart-qualms, that he hath no peace, but is ever pulled from his own bottom and hypocrisie, | Hence the Word Raiseth damps and heart-qualms, that he hath no peace, but is ever pulled from his own bottom and hypocrisy, | av dt n1 vvz n2-jn cc n2, cst pns31 vhz dx n1, cc-acp vbz av vvn p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5061 | and the Word discovers more sins, and hence hath no peace: | and the Word discovers more Sins, and hence hath no peace: | cc dt n1 vvz dc n2, cc av vhz dx n1: | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5062 | The Word will not give nor offer Christ and a base lust together, nor will not suffer any to have them both in peace. | The Word will not give nor offer christ and a base lust together, nor will not suffer any to have them both in peace. | dt n1 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi np1 cc dt j n1 av, ccx vmb xx vvi d pc-acp vhi pno32 av-d p-acp n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5063 | Hereupon the soul finding no rest nor peace (which the false heart seeks for chiefly) flies from the Light, especially if it hath found out a shorter cut to its peace, by any device or golden delusions of men. | Hereupon the soul finding no rest nor peace (which the false heart seeks for chiefly) flies from the Light, especially if it hath found out a shorter Cut to its peace, by any device or golden delusions of men. | av dt n1 vvg dx n1 ccx n1 (r-crq dt j n1 vvz c-acp av-jn) vvz p-acp dt n1, av-j cs pn31 vhz vvn av dt jc n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1 cc j n2 pp-f n2. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5064 | And now they will hear there no more, and now the Publishers of Gods Truth are tyrannical tormenters of the Consciences of them that be weak, false Prophets, that lead them out of the way of peace. | And now they will hear there no more, and now the Publishers of God's Truth Are tyrannical tormenters of the Consciences of them that be weak, false prophets, that led them out of the Way of peace. | cc av pns32 vmb vvi a-acp av-dx av-dc, cc av dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vbb j, j n2, cst vvb pno32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5065 | And because of this, they think they were led out of the way of truth, because out of the way of peace. | And Because of this, they think they were led out of the Way of truth, Because out of the Way of peace. | cc c-acp pp-f d, pns32 vvb pns32 vbdr vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5066 | Or if they do come, they can sit with disdain and contempt of men (alas they speak according to their light) and of all the truths of God, which shall one day be preacht over again in flames of fire to their eternal horrour, Rev. 6. 2. Its said, Christ rides on a white Horse, conquering and to conquer. | Or if they do come, they can fit with disdain and contempt of men (alas they speak according to their Light) and of all the truths of God, which shall one day be preached over again in flames of fire to their Eternal horror, Rev. 6. 2. Its said, christ rides on a white Horse, conquering and to conquer. | cc cs pns32 vdb vvi, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 (uh pns32 vvb vvg p-acp po32 n1) cc pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb crd n1 vbb vvd a-acp av p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 j n1, n1 crd crd pn31 vvd, np1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, j-vvg cc pc-acp vvi. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5067 | Men have unruly hearts and strong hearts, and they will not die, nor yield presently. And hence when one sin is cast away, another steps into the room of it; | Men have unruly hearts and strong hearts, and they will not die, nor yield presently. And hence when one since is cast away, Another steps into the room of it; | n2 vhb j n2 cc j n2, cc pns32 vmb xx vvi, ccx vvb av-j. cc av c-crq crd n1 vbz vvn av, j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 148 |
5068 | and when that is gone, another supplies the place of it, and commonly the strongest sin and temptation is the last. | and when that is gone, Another supplies the place of it, and commonly the Strongest since and temptation is the last. | cc c-crq d vbz vvn, j-jn vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc av-j dt js n1 cc n1 vbz dt ord. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 149 |
5069 | Now hence Christ goes on, rides on in the Chariot of the Word, conquering and to conquer still. | Now hence christ Goes on, rides on in the Chariot of the Word, conquering and to conquer still. | av av np1 vvz a-acp, vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j-vvg cc pc-acp vvi av. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 149 |
5070 | Those that do yeild, he saves, those that will not, he slaies. | Those that do yield, he saves, those that will not, he slays. | d cst vdb vvi, pns31 vvz, d cst vmb xx, pns31 vvz. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 149 |
5071 | Now 〈 ◊ 〉 poor Creatures have had Christs arrows in them, and are wounded for some sin, | Now 〈 ◊ 〉 poor Creatures have had Christ arrows in them, and Are wounded for Some since, | av 〈 sy 〉 j n2 vhb vhn npg1 n2 p-acp pno32, cc vbr vvn p-acp d n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 149 |
5072 | but the Lord discovers more still; hence at last they flie away with the arrowes in their hearts for ease. | but the Lord discovers more still; hence At last they fly away with the arrows in their hearts for ease. | cc-acp dt n1 vvz av-dc j; av p-acp ord pns32 vvb av p-acp dt n2 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 149 |
5073 | Oh poor creatures know it, the Lord Jesus will find you out! You will not be conquered by him, you shall never be saved by him. | O poor creatures know it, the Lord jesus will find you out! You will not be conquered by him, you shall never be saved by him. | uh j n2 vvb pn31, dt n1 np1 vmb vvi pn22 av! pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pn22 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp pno31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 149 |
5074 | You have light, you shall have delusions, endlesse unknown hypocrisie and darknesse to be your portion. | You have Light, you shall have delusions, endless unknown hypocrisy and darkness to be your portion. | pn22 vhb n1, pn22 vmb vhi n2, j j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi po22 n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 149 |
5075 | There is never a plain heart but he accounts that wound and trouble greatest mercy, | There is never a plain heart but he accounts that wound and trouble greatest mercy, | pc-acp vbz av-x dt j n1 cc-acp pns31 vvz d n1 cc vvi js n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 149 |
5076 | and blesseth the Lord, that he will not give him his sins and peace with them too. | and Blesses the Lord, that he will not give him his Sins and peace with them too. | cc vvz dt n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31 po31 n2 cc n1 p-acp pno32 av. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 848 | Page 149 |
5077 | 2. Those that f•ie not from the light of the Truth, but give it the hearing, but yet let it slip; | 2. Those that f•ie not from the Light of the Truth, but give it the hearing, but yet let it slip; | crd d cst vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vvb pn31 dt n-vvg, cc-acp av vvb pn31 vvi; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5078 | either not minding it then, or not pondering it afterward; | either not minding it then, or not pondering it afterwards; | d xx vvg pn31 av, cc xx vvg pn31 av; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5079 | that before they come, thirst not for more light, look not up for it, nor are mourning when the Lord hides it from their eyes. | that before they come, thirst not for more Light, look not up for it, nor Are mourning when the Lord hides it from their eyes. | cst c-acp pns32 vvb, vvb xx p-acp dc n1, vvb xx a-acp c-acp pn31, ccx vbr j-vvg c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp po32 n2. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5080 | Some there be that be such all-sufficient men, so good they need be no better, so wise that they need know no more; | some there be that be such All-sufficient men, so good they need be no better, so wise that they need know no more; | d a-acp vbb d vbi d j n2, av j pns32 vvb vbi av-dx av-jc, av j cst pns32 vvb vvi av-dx av-dc; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5081 | some insufficient indeed to know, and hence ever learning, hearing, but never coming to the knowledge of the Truth. | Some insufficient indeed to know, and hence ever learning, hearing, but never coming to the knowledge of the Truth. | d j av pc-acp vvi, cc av av vvg, vvg, p-acp av-x vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5082 | If Light breaks not in, they can lie in darknesse still, and not mourn; | If Light breaks not in, they can lie in darkness still, and not mourn; | cs n1 vvz xx p-acp, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 av, cc xx vvi; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5083 | and think no more of it than a tale that is told, or ne•• that is brought. | and think no more of it than a tale that is told, or ne•• that is brought. | cc vvb av-dx dc pp-f pn31 av dt n1 cst vbz vvn, cc n1 cst vbz vvn. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5084 | Oh look to your standing, for you are in the high rode to hypocrisie, and its impossible you should be kept from it that lie so, John 12. 35. 〈 ◊ 〉 while you have the light, lest darkness come upon you. | O look to your standing, for you Are in the high road to hypocrisy, and its impossible you should be kept from it that lie so, John 12. 35. 〈 ◊ 〉 while you have the Light, lest darkness come upon you. | uh vvb p-acp po22 n-vvg, c-acp pn22 vbr p-acp dt j vvd p-acp n1, cc po31 j pn22 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31 d n1 av, np1 crd crd 〈 sy 〉 cs pn22 vhb dt n1, cs n1 vvb p-acp pn22. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5085 | Satan knew if light came in, Christ would come in: | Satan knew if Light Come in, christ would come in: | np1 vvd cs n1 vvd p-acp, np1 vmd vvi p-acp: | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5086 | And therefore know it, all that time thou hast heard and heard, but not with Divine Light, hast got only somwhat to prate on now, to be of another opinion now from what thou wast: | And Therefore know it, all that time thou hast herd and herd, but not with Divine Light, hast god only somewhat to prate on now, to be of Another opinion now from what thou wast: | cc av vvb pn31, d cst n1 pns21 vh2 vvn cc vvn, cc-acp xx p-acp j-jn n1, vh2 vvn av-j av pc-acp vvi p-acp av, pc-acp vbi pp-f j-jn n1 av p-acp r-crq pns21 vbd2s: | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5087 | Oh now Satan hath been •et loose, by the dreadful vengeance of Almighty God, to blind thee, that so thou mightst die in thy hypocrisie and sin. | O now Satan hath been •et lose, by the dreadful vengeance of Almighty God, to blind thee, that so thou Mightest die in thy hypocrisy and since. | uh av np1 vhz vbn av j, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn np1, pc-acp vvi pno21, cst av pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp po21 n1 cc n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5088 | Oh poor Captives, mourn under this, and behold your danger for time to come. | O poor Captives, mourn under this, and behold your danger for time to come. | uh j n2-jn, vvb p-acp d, cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 849 | Page 149 |
5089 | Hence see the reason why many that have had mighty strong Affections at first conversion, |
Hence see the reason why many that have had mighty strong Affections At First conversion, afterwards become dry, | av vvi dt n1 c-crq d cst vhb vhn j j n2 p-acp ord n1, av vvi j, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5090 | and wither, and consume, and pine, and die away, and now their hypocrisie is manifest, | and wither, and consume, and pine, and die away, and now their hypocrisy is manifest, | cc vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi av, cc av po32 n1 vbz j, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5091 | if not to all the world by open prophanenesse, yet to the discerning eye of living Christians, by a formal, barren, unsavoury, unfruitful heart and course, | if not to all the world by open profaneness, yet to the discerning eye of living Christians, by a formal, barren, unsavoury, unfruitful heart and course, | cs xx p-acp d dt n1 p-acp j n1, av p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f j-vvg np1, p-acp dt j, j, j, j n1 cc n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5092 | because they never had light nor conviction enough as yet. | Because they never had Light nor conviction enough as yet. | c-acp pns32 av-x vhd n1 ccx n1 av-d c-acp av. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5093 | You shall have some ignorant creatures awakened by some thundring Ministry, weep and mourn for sin, | You shall have Some ignorant creatures awakened by Some thundering Ministry, weep and mourn for since, | pn22 vmb vhi d j n2 vvn p-acp d j-vvg n1, vvb cc vvi p-acp n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5094 | and after vanish into s••cak, being never convinced of sin. | and After vanish into s••cak, being never convinced of since. | cc p-acp vvi p-acp n1, vbg av vvn pp-f n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5095 | Land-floods of sorrow without a Spring of light, are dried up, and make the heart more fruitful in sin afterward. | Land-floods of sorrow without a Spring of Light, Are dried up, and make the heart more fruitful in since afterwards. | n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr vvn a-acp, cc vvi dt n1 av-dc j p-acp n1 av. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5139 | For when you have it in an Ordinance, Oh how sweet is the Lord and all his waies to you! | For when you have it in an Ordinance, O how sweet is the Lord and all his ways to you! | p-acp c-crq pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp dt n1, uh q-crq j vbz dt n1 cc d po31 n2 p-acp pn22! | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 852 | Page 150 |
5096 | Many go under fear• of wrath, and never get peace, because never convinced of wrath. Many are affected with Christ, and with joy of the Gospel, as the stony ground, | Many go under fear• of wrath, and never get peace, Because never convinced of wrath. Many Are affected with christ, and with joy of the Gospel, as the stony ground, | av-d vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc av-x vvb n1, c-acp av-x vvd pp-f n1. av-d vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt j n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5097 | but they wanting depth of earth, of conviction, die away again; | but they wanting depth of earth, of conviction, die away again; | cc-acp pns32 vvg n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, vvb av av; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5098 | and hence all the world can never stop a Christian in his shining Profession, no more than they can the Sun in his course, | and hence all the world can never stop a Christian in his shining Profession, no more than they can the Sun in his course, | cc av d dt n1 vmb av-x vvi dt njp p-acp po31 j-vvg n1, av-dx dc cs pns32 vmb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5099 | as Paul, 2 Cor. 5. 11. We knowing the terrour of the Lord perswade men. | as Paul, 2 Cor. 5. 11. We knowing the terror of the Lord persuade men. | c-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvi n2. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5100 | And hence Moses, Heb. 11. 27. feared nofrowns of Pharaoh, cared for no honours from Pharaoh, he saw the God that was invisible, | And hence Moses, Hebrew 11. 27. feared nofrowns of Pharaoh, cared for no honours from Pharaoh, he saw the God that was invisible, | cc av np1, np1 crd crd j-vvn n2 pp-f np1, vvd p-acp dx n2 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd dt n1 cst vbds j, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5101 | and hence Christ praies for his Disciples, to be kept from evil. | and hence christ prays for his Disciples, to be kept from evil. | cc av np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n-jn. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5102 | The world hath not known me, but these have known me, Iohn 17. When men are condemned to die, they take on because now they see death; | The world hath not known me, but these have known me, John 17. When men Are condemned to die, they take on Because now they see death; | dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno11, cc-acp d vhb vvn pno11, np1 crd c-crq n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvb a-acp c-acp av pns32 vvb n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5103 | but here in time of health they see it not. | but Here in time of health they see it not. | cc-acp av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vvb pn31 xx. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5104 | If men wrong a child, their heart smites them and grieves, but the Lord is abased dishonoured, | If men wrong a child, their heart smites them and grieves, but the Lord is abased dishonoured, | cs n2 vvb dt n1, po32 n1 vvz pno32 cc vvz, cc-acp dt n1 vbz vvd vvn, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5105 | and men are not affected, because they want light, and see it not: If men be to match with a Prince, or stand before him, 'tis counted blessednesse; | and men Are not affected, Because they want Light, and see it not: If men be to match with a Prince, or stand before him, it's counted blessedness; | cc n2 vbr xx vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb n1, cc vvb pn31 xx: cs n2 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp pno31, pn31|vbz vvn n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5106 | but before Christ, 'tis a burden, because men know it not. | but before christ, it's a burden, Because men know it not. | cc-acp c-acp np1, pn31|vbz dt n1, c-acp n2 vvb pn31 xx. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5107 | 'Tis strange to see some people carried with mighty affection against sin and Hell, and after Christ. | It's strange to see Some people carried with mighty affection against since and Hell, and After christ. | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp np1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5108 | And what is Hell you fear? A dreadful place. | And what is Hell you Fear? A dreadful place. | cc q-crq vbz n1 pn22 vvb? dt j n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 149 |
5109 | What is Christ? They searce know so much as Devils do, but that is all: Oh trust them not! | What is christ? They searce know so much as Devils do, but that is all: O trust them not! | q-crq vbz np1? pns32 av-j vvb av av-d c-acp n2 vdb, p-acp d vbz d: uh vvb pno32 xx! | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5110 | Many have, and these will fall away, to some Lust, or Opinion, or Pride, or World; | Many have, and these will fallen away, to Some Lust, or Opinion, or Pride, or World; | av-d vhi, cc d vmb vvi av, p-acp d n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5111 | and the reason is, they never had light enough, John 5. 35. Iohn was a burning and shining light, | and the reason is, they never had Light enough, John 5. 35. John was a burning and shining Light, | cc dt n1 vbz, pns32 av-x vhd n1 av-d, np1 crd crd np1 vbds dt j-vvg cc j-vvg n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5112 | and they did joy in him for a season, yet as glorious as it was, they saw not Christ by it, especially not with Divine Light. | and they did joy in him for a season, yet as glorious as it was, they saw not christ by it, especially not with Divine Light. | cc pns32 vdd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp j c-acp pn31 vbds, pns32 vvd xx np1 p-acp pn31, av-j xx p-acp j-jn n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5113 | Its rare to see Christians full both of light and affection. | Its rare to see Christians full both of Light and affection. | po31 j pc-acp vvi np1 av-j av-d pp-f n1 cc n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5114 | And therefore consider of this, many a man hath been well brought up, and is of a sweet, loving Nature, mild, | And Therefore Consider of this, many a man hath been well brought up, and is of a sweet, loving Nature, mild, | cc av vvb pp-f d, d dt n1 vhz vbn av vvn a-acp, cc vbz pp-f dt j, j-vvg n1, j, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5115 | and gentle, and harmlesse, likes and loves the best things, and his meaning, and mind and heart is good, | and gentle, and harmless, likes and loves the best things, and his meaning, and mind and heart is good, | cc j, cc j, vvz cc vvz dt js n2, cc po31 n1, cc n1 cc n1 vbz j, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5116 | and hath more in heart than in shew, and so hopes all shall go well with him. | and hath more in heart than in show, and so hope's all shall go well with him. | cc vhz dc p-acp n1 cs p-acp n1, cc av vvz d vmb vvi av p-acp pno31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5117 | I say, there may lie greatest hypocrisie under greatest affections; especially if they want light. You shall be hardned in your hypocrisie by them. | I say, there may lie greatest hypocrisy under greatest affections; especially if they want Light. You shall be hardened in your hypocrisy by them. | pns11 vvb, pc-acp vmb vvi js n1 p-acp js n2; av-j cs pns32 vvb n1. pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 n1 p-acp pno32. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5118 | I never liked violent affections and pangs, but only such as were dropt in by light; | I never liked violent affections and pangs, but only such as were dropped in by Light; | pns11 av-x vvd j n2 cc n2, cc-acp av-j d c-acp vbdr vvn p-acp p-acp n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5119 | because those come from an external Principle, and last not, but these do. Men are not affrighted by the light of the Sun, though clearer than the Lightning. | Because those come from an external Principle, and last not, but these doe. Men Are not affrighted by the Light of the Sun, though clearer than the Lightning. | c-acp d vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc vvb xx, cc-acp d n1. n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs jc cs dt n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 850 | Page 150 |
5120 | Hence take heed of contenting your selves with every kind of knowledge: |
Hence take heed of contenting your selves with every kind of knowledge: Do not worship every Image in your own Heads; | av vvi n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: vdb xx vvi d n1 p-acp po22 d n2; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5121 | especially you that fall short of Truth or the knowledge of it; | especially you that fallen short of Truth or the knowledge of it; | av-j pn22 cst vvb j pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5122 | for when you have some, there may be yet that wanting which may make you sincere. | for when you have Some, there may be yet that wanting which may make you sincere. | c-acp c-crq pn22 vhb d, pc-acp vmb vbi av d n-vvg r-crq vmb vvi pn22 j. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5123 | There are many men of great knowledge, able to reach themselves and others too, and yet their hearts are unsound. | There Are many men of great knowledge, able to reach themselves and Others too, and yet their hearts Are unsound. | pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f j n1, j pc-acp vvi px32 cc n2-jn av, cc av po32 n2 vbr j. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5124 | How comes this to passe? Is it because they have so much light? No, but because they want much; | How comes this to pass? Is it Because they have so much Light? No, but Because they want much; | q-crq vvz d pc-acp vvi? vbz pn31 c-acp pns32 vhb av av-d vvi? uh-dx, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvb d; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5125 | and therefore content not your selves with every knowledge. | and Therefore content not your selves with every knowledge. | cc av vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp d n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5126 | There is some knowledge which men have by the light of nature (which leaves them without excuse) from the Book of Creation, some by power of education, some by the light of the Law, whereby men may know their sin and evils, some by the Letter of the Gospel, | There is Some knowledge which men have by the Light of nature (which leaves them without excuse) from the Book of Creation, Some by power of education, Some by the Light of the Law, whereby men may know their since and evils, Some by the letter of the Gospel, | pc-acp vbz d n1 r-crq n2 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq n2 vmb vvi po32 n1 cc n2-jn, d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5127 | and so men may know much, and speak well, and so in seeing see not; some by the Spirit, | and so men may know much, and speak well, and so in seeing see not; Some by the Spirit, | cc av n2 vmb vvi d, cc vvb av, cc av p-acp vvg vvb xx; d p-acp dt n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5128 | and may see much, so as to prophesie in Christs Name, and yet be bid depart, Mat. 7. Now there is a Light of Glory, whereby the Elect see things in another manner; | and may see much, so as to prophesy in Christ Name, and yet be bid depart, Mathew 7. Now there is a Light of Glory, whereby the Elect see things in Another manner; | cc vmb vvi av-d, av c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1, cc av vbi vvn vvi, np1 crd av a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vvb n2 p-acp j-jn n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5129 | to tell you how, they cannot, its the beginning of light in Heaven, and the same Spirit that fils Christ, filling their minds, that they know by this anointing all things; | to tell you how, they cannot, its the beginning of Light in Heaven, and the same Spirit that fills christ, filling their minds, that they know by this anointing all things; | pc-acp vvi pn22 q-crq, pns32 vmbx, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc dt d n1 cst vvz np1, vvg po32 n2, cst pns32 vvb p-acp d vvg d n2; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5130 | which if ever you have, you must become Babes and Fools in your own eyes. | which if ever you have, you must become Babes and Fools in your own eyes. | r-crq cs av pn22 vhb, pn22 vmb vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp po22 d n2. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5131 | God will never write his Law in your minds, till all the Scriblings of it are blotted our. | God will never write his Law in your minds, till all the Scribblings of it Are blotted our. | np1 vmb av-x vvi po31 n1 p-acp po22 n2, c-acp d dt n2-vvg pp-f pn31 vbr vvn po12. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5132 | Account all your knowledge losse for the gaining of this. | Account all your knowledge loss for the gaining of this. | vvb d po22 n1 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5133 | 'Tis sad to see many a man pleasing himself in his own dreaming delusions, yet the poor creature in seeing sees not, which is Gods heavy curse upon men under greatest means, | It's sad to see many a man pleasing himself in his own dreaming delusions, yet the poor creature in seeing sees not, which is God's heavy curse upon men under greatest means, | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi d dt n1 vvg px31 p-acp po31 d j-vvg n2, av dt j n1 p-acp vvg vvz xx, r-crq vbz ng1 j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp js n2, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5134 | and which laies all wast and desolate, Isa. 6. How long? Until all be wast, V. II. | and which lays all waste and desolate, Isaiah 6. How long? Until all be wast, V. II | cc r-crq vvz d n1 cc j, np1 crd c-crq j? c-acp d vbb j, n1 crd | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 851 | Page 150 |
5135 | Hence see the right way of living a life of Truth, |
Hence see the right Way of living a life of Truth, of being an Israelite in whom is no guile. | av vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f vbg dt np1 p-acp ro-crq vbz dx n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 852 | Page 150 |
5136 | Keep light in your minds, and you will keep Truth alive in your hearts and lives. | Keep Light in your minds, and you will keep Truth alive in your hearts and lives. | vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc pn22 vmb vvi n1 j p-acp po22 n2 cc n2. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 852 | Page 150 |
5137 | Many a sincere heart may have Hypocrisie and much unsoundnesse in him, though he be no Hypocrite. | Many a sincere heart may have Hypocrisy and much unsoundness in him, though he be no Hypocrite. | av-d dt j n1 vmb vhi n1 cc d n1 p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vbi dx n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 852 | Page 150 |
5138 | But how comes it so to be? and whence so little Truth? and hence so many fears and doubts about their estates continually? Oh! men lose that Glorious Light that somtime they have. | But how comes it so to be? and whence so little Truth? and hence so many fears and doubts about their estates continually? Oh! men loose that Glorious Light that sometime they have. | p-acp q-crq vvz pn31 av pc-acp vbi? cc q-crq av j n1? cc av av d n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2 av-j? uh n2 vvb d j n1 cst av pns32 vhb. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 852 | Page 150 |
5140 | Afterward you have lost your hearts, truly 'tis because you have lost your light. Two waies Hypocrisie vents it self, which Gods people oppose. | Afterwards you have lost your hearts, truly it's Because you have lost your Light. Two ways Hypocrisy vents it self, which God's people oppose. | av pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2, av-j pn31|vbz c-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1. crd n2 n1 vvz pn31 n1, r-crq ng1 n1 vvi. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 852 | Page 150 |
5141 | 1. In secret withdrawing of the heart to sin. Oh now get light! | 1. In secret withdrawing of the heart to sin. O now get Light! | crd p-acp j-jn n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi. uh av vvb n1! | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 854 | Page 150 |
5142 | for sin never draws away, but by appearance of some good at least, pro hic & nunc. Iam. 1. 14. Now put off the covering, keep the mind from being deceived, you will keep the heart from being hardned, deaded and withdrawn from God. | for since never draws away, but by appearance of Some good At least, Pro hic & nunc. Iam. 1. 14. Now put off the covering, keep the mind from being deceived, you will keep the heart from being hardened, deadened and withdrawn from God. | p-acp n1 av-x vvz av, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d j p-acp ds, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la. np1 crd crd av vvd a-acp dt n-vvg, vvb dt n1 p-acp vbg vvn, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp vbg vvn, vvn cc vvn p-acp np1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 854 | Page 150 |
5143 | 2. In performing duties, but not for Christ as their utmost end; | 2. In performing duties, but not for christ as their utmost end; | crd p-acp vvg n2, cc-acp xx p-acp np1 p-acp po32 j n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 855 | Page 150 |
5144 | now the heart is bent this way, yet it failes, because light is gone, to see and behold the Glory and blessednesse of this. | now the heart is bent this Way, yet it fails, Because Light is gone, to see and behold the Glory and blessedness of this. | av dt n1 vbz vvn d n1, av pn31 vvz, c-acp n1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 855 | Page 150 |
5145 | Men that have honour or gain in their eye, are carried violently after it. Men that are bound for a voyage will go through, their eye leads them. | Men that have honour or gain in their eye, Are carried violently After it. Men that Are bound for a voyage will go through, their eye leads them. | np1 cst vhb n1 cc vvi p-acp po32 n1, vbr vvn av-j p-acp pn31. np1 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp, po32 n1 vvz pno32. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 855 | Page 150 |
5146 | Stephen speaks till the stones were about his ears, I see Iesus saith he, at the right hand of God. | Stephen speaks till the stones were about his ears, I see Iesus Says he, At the right hand of God. | np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 vbdr p-acp po31 n2, pns11 vvb np1 vvz pns31, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 855 | Page 151 |
5147 | 2 Cor. 15. 58. Be abundant in the Lords work, knowing that your labour is not in vain. | 2 Cor. 15. 58. Be abundant in the lords work, knowing that your labour is not in vain. | crd np1 crd crd vbb j p-acp dt n2 vvb, vvg cst po22 n1 vbz xx p-acp j. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 855 | Page 151 |
5148 | Hence David Psal. 119. begs for knowledge of this and that, and then he will do it. | Hence David Psalm 119. begs for knowledge of this and that, and then he will do it. | av np1 np1 crd vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d cc d, cc av pns31 vmb vdi pn31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 855 | Page 151 |
5149 | Oh therefore keep it in your minds as precious, Prov. 2. 10. If knowledge be pleasant, &c. And pray to God to keep it for you. | O Therefore keep it in your minds as precious, Curae 2. 10. If knowledge be pleasant, etc. And pray to God to keep it for you. | uh av vvb pn31 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp j, np1 crd crd cs n1 vbb j, av cc vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pn22. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 855 | Page 151 |
5150 | Light is in the Sun, and not ceased to this day: | Light is in the Sun, and not ceased to this day: | n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc xx vvn p-acp d n1: | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 855 | Page 151 |
5151 | so if the Lord would put in this Light, and be the perpetual Fountain thereof to you, it would abide, &c. Thy Word I have hid in my heart, &c. Psal. 119. SECT. IV. HEnce learn the cure of hypocrisie, viz. Remove the cause, |
so if the Lord would put in this Light, and be the perpetual Fountain thereof to you, it would abide, etc. Thy Word I have hid in my heart, etc. Psalm 119. SECT. IV. HEnce Learn the cure of hypocrisy, viz. Remove the cause, which is folly; | av cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, cc vbb dt j n1 av p-acp pn22, pn31 vmd vvi, av po21 n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1, av np1 crd n1. np1 av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 vvb dt n1, r-crq vbz n1; | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 855 | Page 151 |
5152 | and if you would be sincere, Oh prize, and beg for more light, and love it, | and if you would be sincere, O prize, and beg for more Light, and love it, | cc cs pn22 vmd vbi j, uh n1, cc vvi p-acp dc n1, cc vvb pn31, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 856 | Page 151 |
5153 | and you shall then after you have digged for it, find it. | and you shall then After you have dug for it, find it. | cc pn22 vmb av p-acp pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn31, vvb pn31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 856 | Page 151 |
5154 | Would it not be sad to be led blindfold like them till they were in the midst of Samaria, so till in the midst of Hell? Would it not be sad to be like Sodomites, groping for the door? Especially you that are come over to this Countrey for more of the Knowledge o• Christ. | Would it not be sad to be led blindfold like them till they were in the midst of Samaria, so till in the midst of Hell? Would it not be sad to be like Sodomites, groping for the door? Especially you that Are come over to this Country for more of the Knowledge o• christ. | vmd pn31 xx vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn j av-j pno32 c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? vmd pn31 xx vbi j pc-acp vbi j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1? av-j pn22 cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dc pp-f dt n1 n1 np1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 856 | Page 151 |
5155 | Oh then Beloved, take heed you bury not your minds in the earth, lose• not your thoughts in the dung. | O then beloved, take heed you bury not your minds in the earth, lose• not your thoughts in the dung. | uh av vvn, vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp dt n1, n1 xx po22 n2 p-acp dt n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 856 | Page 151 |
5156 | And you must stand one day before God, when the Book of the secrets of your hearts shall be opened, | And you must stand one day before God, when the Book of the secrets of your hearts shall be opened, | cc pn22 vmb vvi crd n1 p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f po22 n2 vmb vbi vvn, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 856 | Page 151 |
5157 | when if found too light, then would it not be a doleful parting to lose the Lord Jesus after such light and affections, | when if found too Light, then would it not be a doleful parting to loose the Lord jesus After such Light and affections, | c-crq cs vvn av j, av vmd pn31 xx vbi dt j n-vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 p-acp d n1 cc n2, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 856 | Page 151 |
5158 | for want of a little more Light? Oh look to your selves now! 1. Stick close to the guidance of the Scriptures, and love them. | for want of a little more Light? O look to your selves now! 1. Stick close to the guidance of the Scriptures, and love them. | p-acp n1 pp-f dt j av-dc j? uh vvb p-acp po22 n2 av! crd n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc vvb pno32. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 856 | Page 151 |
5159 | Moses saith, |
Moses Says, Then other nations shall say, what people so wise? Deuteronomy 4. 6. And these make the men of God (2 Tim. 3. 15.) full of God's Spirit, wise unto salvation, and for neglect of this, the Lord gave, | np1 vvz, av j-jn n2 vmb vvi, r-crq n1 av j? np1 crd crd cc d vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 (crd np1 crd crd) j pp-f npg1 n1, j p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f d, dt n1 vvd, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5160 | and doth give men up to strong delusions, that they believe lies, viz. because they loved not the Truth. | and does give men up to strong delusions, that they believe lies, viz. Because they loved not the Truth. | cc vdz vvi n2 a-acp p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vvb n2, n1 c-acp pns32 vvd xx dt n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5161 | Never a Truth but is unsealed by Blood, and revealed to be the infinite wisdom of the Father, | Never a Truth but is unsealed by Blood, and revealed to be the infinite Wisdom of the Father, | av-x dt n1 cc-acp vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5162 | and love to poor lost men, where God opens all his heart; if men will despise these, 'tis pity but they should be blinded. | and love to poor lost men, where God Opens all his heart; if men will despise these, it's pity but they should be blinded. | cc vvb p-acp j j-vvn n2, c-crq np1 vvz d po31 n1; cs n2 vmb vvi d, pn31|vbz n1 cc-acp pns32 vmd vbi vvn. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5163 | Do not scoffe at those that know the Lord here, they are Scripture-learned men, if not, never Spirit-learned. | Do not scoff At those that know the Lord Here, they Are Scripture-learned men, if not, never Spirit-learned. | vdb xx n1 p-acp d cst vvb dt n1 av, pns32 vbr j n2, cs xx, av-x j. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5164 | Take this for your Counseller, in all your doubts and fears it will teach you. | Take this for your Counsellor, in all your doubts and fears it will teach you. | vvb d p-acp po22 n1, p-acp d po22 n2 cc vvz pn31 vmb vvi pn22. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5165 | A man gets an opinion, or falls in love with a sinful corruption, both deceive him. | A man gets an opinion, or falls in love with a sinful corruption, both deceive him. | dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, d vvb pno31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5166 | Why so? Is there no word against it? Oh yes, but they will not hear it, | Why so? Is there no word against it? O yes, but they will not hear it, | uh-crq av? vbz pc-acp dx n1 p-acp pn31? uh uh, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5167 | but make God and Scripture bow down to them, they will not be led by it. | but make God and Scripture bow down to them, they will not be led by it. | cc-acp vvb np1 cc n1 vvb a-acp p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pn31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5168 | Oh intreat the Lord to keep thee from that. | O entreat the Lord to keep thee from that. | uh vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 857 | Page 151 |
5169 | 2. Be abundant in meditation dayly, Psal. 119. 99. |
2. Be abundant in meditation daily, Psalm 119. 99. It's an hundred to one Else if not miserably deluded. | crd vbb j p-acp n1 av-j, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz dt crd p-acp crd av cs xx av-j vvn. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 858 | Page 151 |
5170 | And as the Spirit convinceth first of sin, righteousnesse and judgment, so let your thoughts be. | And as the Spirit Convinces First of since, righteousness and judgement, so let your thoughts be. | cc c-acp dt n1 vvz ord pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, av vvb po22 n2 vbi. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 858 | Page 151 |
5171 | This makes a man see far, and see much. | This makes a man see Far, and see much. | np1 vvz dt n1 vvb av-j, cc vvi d. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 858 | Page 151 |
5172 | 3. Practise what you know, and tast the sweetnesse of it there, |
3. practice what you know, and taste the sweetness of it there, Psalm 119. 100. And then the heart will grow savingly full of Divine Light. | crd n1 r-crq pn22 vvb, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 a-acp, np1 crd crd cc av dt n1 vmb vvi av-vvg j pp-f j-jn n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 859 | Page 151 |
5173 | Nothing makes men foolish but this. | Nothing makes men foolish but this. | pix vvz n2 j p-acp d. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 859 | Page 151 |
5174 | Oh tast and see! Oh if men knew the sweet of this way of Truth, they would ever walk in it, | O taste and see! O if men knew the sweet of this Way of Truth, they would ever walk in it, | uh n1 cc vvb! uh cs n2 vvd dt j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd av vvi p-acp pn31, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 859 | Page 151 |
5175 | and bring others to submit to it! Shall I hide from Abram, that will teach his Family? Gen. 18. 17, 19. | and bring Others to submit to it! Shall I hide from Abram, that will teach his Family? Gen. 18. 17, 19. | cc vvi n2-jn p-acp vvi p-acp pn31! vmb pns11 vvi p-acp np1, d vmb vvi po31 n1? np1 crd crd, crd | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 859 | Page 151 |
5176 | 4. Cast up your eyes to Christ glorified, being full of the Spirit for thee, |
4. Cast up your eyes to christ glorified, being full of the Spirit for thee, and beg of him, | crd n1 a-acp po22 n2 p-acp np1 vvn, vbg j pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno21, cc vvb pp-f pno31, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 860 | Page 151 |
5177 | as if he were with thee to send it down. As Solomon asked this. See, Iohn 7. 39. Oh learn to be exceeding thankful for any saving light the Lord hath kindled in you, |
as if he were with thee to send it down. As Solomon asked this. See, John 7. 39. O Learn to be exceeding thankful for any Saving Light the Lord hath kindled in you, if ever it hath been powerful to discover and remove the hidden hypocrisy of thy heart, that now the Lord hath made thee plain and serious for him, that its death not to live, Heaven for to live unto him. | c-acp cs pns31 vbdr p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp. p-acp np1 vvd d. n1, np1 crd crd uh vvb pc-acp vbi vvg j p-acp d j-vvg n1 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, cs av pn31 vhz vbn j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po21 n1, cst av dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 j cc j p-acp pno31, cst po31 n1 xx pc-acp vvi, n1 p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 860 | Page 151 |
5178 | Oh then blesse the Lord for that means that did it for thee, that mightst have perished in thy own delusions and dreams. | O then bless the Lord for that means that did it for thee, that Mightest have perished in thy own delusions and dreams. | uh av vvb dt n1 p-acp d n2 cst vdd pn31 p-acp pno21, cst vmd2 vhi vvn p-acp po21 d n2 cc n2. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5179 | Time was when thou wast deceived, now the Lord hath made thy eyes brighter than the Sun, to see such things as are hid from great ones in the world. | Time was when thou wast deceived, now the Lord hath made thy eyes Brighter than the Sun, to see such things as Are hid from great ones in the world. | n1 vbds c-crq pns21 vbd2s vvn, av dt n1 vhz vvn po21 n2 jc cs dt n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp vbr vvn p-acp j pi2 p-acp dt n1. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5180 | Oh though it be but a little, yet if real and saving light, blesse him. | O though it be but a little, yet if real and Saving Light, bless him. | uh cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j, av cs j cc j-vvg n1, vvb pno31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5181 | A man that hath been in midst of Sands, and without a Pilot, afterwards looks back, | A man that hath been in midst of Sands, and without a Pilot, afterwards looks back, | dt n1 cst vhz vbn p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp dt n1, av vvz av, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5182 | and saith, there I might have split. Oh this is wonderful to him! Oh Christ did thus! | and Says, there I might have split. O this is wondered to him! O christ did thus! | cc vvz, a-acp pns11 vmd vhi vvn. uh d vbz j p-acp pno31! uh np1 vdd av! | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5183 | 1I thank thee thou hast hid, &c. Mat. 11. 25. The Lord hath hid them from heads and hearts of many wise and prudent, | 1I thank thee thou hast hid, etc. Mathew 11. 25. The Lord hath hid them from Heads and hearts of many wise and prudent, | np1 vvb pno21 pns21 vh2 vvn, av np1 crd crd dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f d j cc j, | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5184 | and ever they shall be hid, and è contra, revealed them to thee, a babe, a weak one, a poor ignorant one, Mat. 16. 17. Flesh and blood hath not revealed it, so as to build here on this righteousnesse, to fetch all light and life from Christ, and cleave alone to him. | and ever they shall be hid, and è contra, revealed them to thee, a babe, a weak one, a poor ignorant one, Mathew 16. 17. Flesh and blood hath not revealed it, so as to built Here on this righteousness, to fetch all Light and life from christ, and cleave alone to him. | cc av pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc fw-la fw-la, vvd pno32 pc-acp pno21, dt n1, dt j pi, dt j j pi, np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 vhz xx vvn pn31, av c-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cc vvb av-j p-acp pno31. | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5185 | Oh remember you are called out of darknesse into marvellous light to shew forth his vertues ? What canst desire more than eternal life? And this is it, 1 Iohn 5. 20. Iohn 17. 30. | O Remember you Are called out of darkness into marvellous Light to show forth his Virtues? What Canst desire more than Eternal life? And this is it, 1 John 5. 20. John 17. 30. | uh vvb pn22 vbr vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi av po31 ng1? q-crq vm2 vvi av-dc cs j n1? cc d vbz pn31, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd | (20) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5186 | CHAP. XVI. That Hypocrites discover themselves in an uneffectual use of the Means of Grace. | CHAP. XVI. That Hypocrites discover themselves in an uneffectual use of the Means of Grace. | np1 np1. d n2 vvb px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5187 | Secondly, The difference between the wise and foolish Virgins is set down more particularly, v. 3, 4. SECT. I. THIS particular difference is declared by the different practise of the foolish and wise Virgins each from other. | Secondly, The difference between the wise and foolish Virgins is Set down more particularly, v. 3, 4. SECT. I. THIS particular difference is declared by the different practice of the foolish and wise Virgins each from other. | ord, dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n2 vbz vvn a-acp av-dc av-j, n1 crd, crd n1. np1 d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j cc j n2 d p-acp n-jn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 861 | Page 152 |
5188 | 1. That the Foolish though they had so much wisdom (like the wise) as to take Lamps, yet so much folly was bound up in their hearts, | 1. That the Foolish though they had so much Wisdom (like the wise) as to take Lamps, yet so much folly was bound up in their hearts, | crd cst dt j c-acp pns32 vhd av d n1 (av-j dt j) c-acp p-acp vvb n2, av av d n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 863 | Page 152 |
5189 | as that they took no Oyl in their Vessels for their Lamps. | as that they took no Oil in their Vessels for their Lamps. | c-acp d pns32 vvd dx n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 863 | Page 152 |
5190 | 2. That the wise did not only light their Lamps, but they did also fill their Vessels with Oyl, that either their Lamp might never go out, | 2. That the wise did not only Light their Lamps, but they did also fill their Vessels with Oil, that either their Lamp might never go out, | crd cst dt j vdd xx av-j vvi po32 n2, cc-acp pns32 vdd av vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1, cst d po32 n1 vmd av-x vvi av, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 864 | Page 152 |
5191 | or if it did, it might be soon kindled again. | or if it did, it might be soon kindled again. | cc cs pn31 vdd, pn31 vmd vbi av vvn av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 864 | Page 152 |
5192 | More plainly, The Foolish contented themselves with the name and blaze of outward Profession, kindled from some inward, | More plainly, The Foolish contented themselves with the name and blaze of outward Profession, kindled from Some inward, | av-dc av-j, dt j vvn px32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, vvn p-acp d j, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 864 | Page 152 |
5193 | yet lighter and more superficiall strokes of Gods Spirit, neglecting the great work within: | yet lighter and more superficial Strokes of God's Spirit, neglecting the great work within: | av jc cc av-dc j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, vvg dt j n1 p-acp: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 864 | Page 152 |
5194 | But the wise did not only carry their Lamps of outward Profession, but they filled their Vessels, | But the wise did not only carry their Lamps of outward Profession, but they filled their Vessels, | cc-acp dt j vdd xx av-j vvi po32 n2 pp-f j n1, cc-acp pns32 vvd po32 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 864 | Page 152 |
5195 | and got an inward Principle of the Spirit of the Lord Jesus to maintain their profession before man, | and god an inward Principle of the Spirit of the Lord jesus to maintain their profession before man, | cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 864 | Page 152 |
5196 | and their uprightnesse before the Lord. | and their uprightness before the Lord. | cc po32 n1 p-acp dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 864 | Page 152 |
5197 | So that methinks here is a double difference, the first is implied, the second plainly exprest. | So that methinks Here is a double difference, the First is implied, the second plainly expressed. | av cst vvz av vbz dt j-jn n1, dt ord vbz vvn, dt ord av-j vvn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 864 | Page 152 |
5198 | 1. That which is implied is this, that the Foolish made choice of a good end, viz. to meet Christ, | 1. That which is implied is this, that the Foolish made choice of a good end, viz. to meet christ, | crd d r-crq vbz vvn vbz d, cst dt j vvd n1 pp-f dt j n1, n1 pc-acp vvi np1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 865 | Page 152 |
5199 | but it was with an ineffectual use of means to that end; their Lamps were to light and lead them to Christ. | but it was with an ineffectual use of means to that end; their Lamps were to Light and led them to christ. | cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1; po32 n2 vbdr p-acp n1 cc vvi pno32 p-acp np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 865 | Page 152 |
5200 | These Lights might blaze for a time, but they would consume without Oyl. They neglect that, the wise were better instructed than so. | These Lights might blaze for a time, but they would consume without Oil. They neglect that, the wise were better instructed than so. | np1 n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1. pns32 vvb cst, dt j vbdr av-jc vvn cs av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 865 | Page 152 |
5201 | 2. The Foolish glory in an outward Profession, as also in some superficial affection, without an inward Principle of the gracious presence of the eternal anointing and Spirit in them; | 2. The Foolish glory in an outward Profession, as also in Some superficial affection, without an inward Principle of the gracious presence of the Eternal anointing and Spirit in them; | crd dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp av p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j vvg cc n1 p-acp pno32; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 866 | Page 152 |
5202 | but the wise have it, and are carried to Glory by it. And more at this time of the Lamps and Vessels I shall not speak. | but the wise have it, and Are carried to Glory by it. And more At this time of the Lamps and Vessels I shall not speak. | cc-acp dt n1 vhb pn31, cc vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. cc av-dc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pns11 vmb xx vvi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 866 | Page 152 |
5203 | 1. |
1. That the closest Hypocrites of Virgin-Churches discover themselves (At least before the Lord) in an ineffectual use of those means that do conduce towards their desired and expected end. | crd cst dt js n2 pp-f n2 vvb px32 (p-acp ds p-acp dt n1) p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 cst vdb vvi p-acp po32 j-vvn cc j-vvn n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 867 | Page 152 |
5204 | The Bridegroom is here looked for, the presence of Christ Jesus is longed for, he comes in the night, they must meet him in the night. | The Bridegroom is Here looked for, the presence of christ jesus is longed for, he comes in the night, they must meet him in the night. | dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5205 | Now means they use, Lamps they take, and so much Oyl as kindles their Lamps; | Now means they use, Lamps they take, and so much Oil as kindles their Lamps; | av n2 pns32 vvb, n2 pns32 vvb, cc av d n1 c-acp vvz po32 n2; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5206 | but Oyl they take not in their Vessels, the only means to preserve their Lamps from going out, that so they may meet the Lord and not be shut out from the Lord, | but Oil they take not in their Vessels, the only means to preserve their Lamps from going out, that so they may meet the Lord and not be shut out from the Lord, | cc-acp n1 pns32 vvb xx p-acp po32 n2, dt j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp vvg av, cst av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 cc xx vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5207 | as at last these carelesse Virgins were. | as At last these careless Virgins were. | c-acp p-acp ord d j n2 vbdr. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5208 | Search the Churches for the present, search the Records of Ages past, many have desired the Lord and looked for the Lord, | Search the Churches for the present, search the Records of Ages past, many have desired the Lord and looked for the Lord, | n1 dt n2 p-acp dt j, vvb dt n2 pp-f n2 j, d vhb vvn dt n1 cc vvd p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5209 | and yet have lost the Lord their end: | and yet have lost the Lord their end: | cc av vhb vvn dt n1 po32 n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5210 | Why so? They never had hearts effectually to use and improve the means to that end, either outward or inward. | Why so? They never had hearts effectually to use and improve the means to that end, either outward or inward. | uh-crq av? pns32 av-x vhd n2 av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 p-acp d n1, d j cc j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5211 | Look upon men out of the Church, they perish because they have no remedy, they have no Lamps to light, they have no Bread to eat, no Means to help. | Look upon men out of the Church, they perish Because they have no remedy, they have no Lamps to Light, they have no Bred to eat, no Means to help. | n1 p-acp n2 av pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb c-acp pns32 vhb dx n1, pns32 vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi, pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, dx n2 pc-acp vvi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5212 | But why do those within the Church perish? Is it because there is no remedy? No, | But why do those within the Church perish? Is it Because there is no remedy? No, | p-acp q-crq vdb d p-acp dt n1 vvi? vbz pn31 p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1? uh-dx, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5213 | but because they do not use the remedy. | but Because they do not use the remedy. | cc-acp c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5214 | Is it because they want Means? No, but because they do not effectually improve means. | Is it Because they want Means? No, but Because they do not effectually improve means. | vbz pn31 c-acp pns32 vvb n2? uh-dx, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5215 | Here they fall short, herein they discover themselves. | Here they fallen short, herein they discover themselves. | av pns32 vvb j, av pns32 vvb px32. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5216 | Look but upon this next Parable of the Talents, v. 25. One of them was cast off, and cast out. | Look but upon this next Parable of the Talents, v. 25. One of them was cast off, and cast out. | n1 cc-acp p-acp d ord n1 pp-f dt n2, n1 crd crd pp-f pno32 vbds vvn a-acp, cc vvd av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5217 | Why? Because he had no Talents? No, But because he had no mind nor list to use his Talent, he did not make his gain out of it to attain his end. | Why? Because he had no Talents? No, But Because he had no mind nor list to use his Talon, he did not make his gain out of it to attain his end. | q-crq? p-acp pns31 vhd dx n2? uh-dx, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhd dx n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vdd xx vvi po31 n1 av pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5218 | All Ordinances of God, and all that time we have under them are Talents. | All Ordinances of God, and all that time we have under them Are Talents. | av-d n2 pp-f np1, cc d cst n1 pns12 vhb p-acp pno32 vbr n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5219 | Now wherein do Hypocrites fail? There is a secret gain of Ordinances which Hypocrites regard not, | Now wherein do Hypocrites fail? There is a secret gain of Ordinances which Hypocrites regard not, | av c-crq vdb n2 vvi? pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 r-crq n2 vvb xx, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5220 | and hence the best hypocrite lives in debt, and die• a Beggar. For Prov. 16. 17. Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool, | and hence the best hypocrite lives in debt, and die• a Beggar. For Curae 16. 17. Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool, | cc av dt js n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc n1 dt n1. p-acp np1 crd crd q-crq vbz a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5221 | but no heart to use it ? Precious Liberties, Ordinances, that many have desired to see, and have not seen them. | but no heart to use it? Precious Liberties, Ordinances, that many have desired to see, and have not seen them. | cc-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31? j n2, n2, cst d vhb vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vhb xx vvn pno32. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5222 | Why doth the Lord betrust him with such that useth them not? Oh he hath them, | Why does the Lord betrust him with such that uses them not? O he hath them, | q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb pno31 p-acp d cst vvz pno32 xx? uh pns31 vhz pno32, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5223 | but here is his wound, he hath no heart to use them! | but Here is his wound, he hath no heart to use them! | cc-acp av vbz po31 n1, pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5224 | Look throughout all the Word, Why have many set a great price on Christ, and yet have lost him? Because like higling Chapmen, they have had a desire to the Commodity, | Look throughout all the Word, Why have many Set a great price on christ, and yet have lost him? Because like higgling Chapmen, they have had a desire to the Commodity, | n1 p-acp d dt n1, q-crq vhb d vvn dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc av vhb vvn pno31? p-acp av-j vvg n2, pns32 vhb vhn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5225 | but they have been loath to be at the cost to use the means for it. | but they have been loath to be At the cost to use the means for it. | cc-acp pns32 vhb vbn j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp pn31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5226 | The Gospel brings Christ and Immortality to light, and this Serpent is lifted up, this Lamb slain before mens eyes, | The Gospel brings christ and Immortality to Light, and this Serpent is lifted up, this Lamb slave before men's eyes, | dt n1 vvz np1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, cc d n1 vbz vvn a-acp, d n1 vvn p-acp ng2 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5227 | and this Bread put to mens lips and mouths. Why are not all possessed of him, blessed in him? The Lord saith, come, | and this Bred put to men's lips and mouths. Why Are not all possessed of him, blessed in him? The Lord Says, come, | cc d n1 vvn p-acp ng2 n2 cc n2. q-crq vbr xx d vvn pp-f pno31, vvn p-acp pno31? dt n1 vvz, vvb, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5228 | and the Spirit saith, come, and the Bride saith, come; | and the Spirit Says, come, and the Bride Says, come; | cc dt n1 vvz, vvb, cc dt n1 vvz, vvb; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5229 | Why the reason is, men will not use the means for him, Isa. 55. 2, 3, 4. Men will lay out their money, | Why the reason is, men will not use the means for him, Isaiah 55. 2, 3, 4. Men will lay out their money, | c-crq dt n1 vbz, n2 vmb xx vvi dt n2 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 vmb vvi av po32 n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5230 | though it be for that which is not Bread. | though it be for that which is not Bred. | cs pn31 vbb p-acp cst r-crq vbz xx n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5231 | Jer. 2, 5, 6, 7, 8. I brought them through Pits into a pleasant Land, to eat the goodnesse thereof. | Jer. 2, 5, 6, 7, 8. I brought them through Pits into a pleasant Land, to eat the Goodness thereof. | np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd pns11 vvd pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5232 | And doubtlesse he brought not a herd of swine into Canaan, only to enjoy the outward blessings and swill of Canaan, but to enjoy the good of his Temple, Ordinances, &c. But where was their wound? Neither Priests nor People said, where is the Lord? i. e. | And doubtless he brought not a heard of Swine into Canaan, only to enjoy the outward blessings and swill of Canaan, but to enjoy the good of his Temple, Ordinances, etc. But where was their wound? Neither Priests nor People said, where is the Lord? i. e. | cc av-j pns31 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f po31 n1, n2, av cc-acp q-crq vbds po32 n1? av-dx n2 ccx n1 vvd, q-crq vbz dt n1? sy. sy. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5233 | Where is the Lord in these waies, that we may come at last to the full enjoyment of him by these? This they neglected. | Where is the Lord in these ways, that we may come At last to the full enjoyment of him by these? This they neglected. | q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp ord p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp d? d pns32 vvd. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5234 | Methinks 'tis with the best hypocrites as 'tis with divers old Merchants, they prize and desire the gain of Merchandise, | Methinks it's with the best Hypocrites as it's with diverse old Merchant's, they prize and desire the gain of Merchandise, | vvz pn31|vbz p-acp dt js n2 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j j n2, pns32 vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5235 | but to be at the trouble to prepare the Ship, to put themselves upon the hazards and dangers of the Ship, to go and fetch the Treasure that they prize, this they will never do. | but to be At the trouble to prepare the Ship, to put themselves upon the hazards and dangers of the Ship, to go and fetch the Treasure that they prize, this they will never do. | cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 cst pns32 vvb, d pns32 vmb av-x vdi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5236 | So many prize and desire earnestly the Treasures of Heaven, here is their end, but to be at the trouble of a Heaven-Voyage to fetch this Treasure, to passe through the Valley of Baca, Tears, Temptations, the Powers of Darknesse, the Breaches, Oppositions, | So many prize and desire earnestly the Treasures of Heaven, Here is their end, but to be At the trouble of a Heaven-Voyage to fetch this Treasure, to pass through the Valley of Baca, Tears, Temptations, the Powers of Darkness, the Breaches, Oppositions, | av d n1 cc vvi av-j dt n2 pp-f n1, av vbz po32 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n2, n2, dt n2 pp-f n1, dt n2, n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5237 | and Contradictions of a sinful, unbelieving heart, good and evil report, to passe from one depth and wave to another, this the best hypocrite failes in, | and Contradictions of a sinful, unbelieving heart, good and evil report, to pass from one depth and wave to Another, this the best hypocrite fails in, | cc n2 pp-f dt j, vvg n1, j cc j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 cc n1 p-acp j-jn, d dt js n1 vvz p-acp, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5238 | and hence loseth all at last. | and hence loses all At last. | cc av vvz d p-acp ord. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5239 | And this I conceive to be one of the great differences between the strong desires and esteems of Hypocrites and Saints. SECT. II. I. | And this I conceive to be one of the great differences between the strong Desires and esteems of Hypocrites and Saints. SECT. II I. | cc d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi crd pp-f dt j n2 p-acp dt j n2 cc vvz pp-f n2 cc n2. n1. crd pns11. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 868 | Page 153 |
5240 | IN regard of God, |
IN regard of God, Because this neglect is one of the great means by which he does execute his Eternal rejection of men, | p-acp n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 vbz pi pp-f dt j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz vvi po31 j n1 pp-f n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 869 | Page 154 |
5241 | and hence here they ever do fail. For 1. The Lord hath chosen some to life, the end. | and hence Here they ever do fail. For 1. The Lord hath chosen Some to life, the end. | cc av av pns32 av vdb vvi. p-acp crd dt n1 vhz vvn d p-acp n1, dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 869 | Page 154 |
5242 | 2. He chuseth certain means to lead to this end. 3. He purposeth to carry all his Elect by these means to that end; | 2. He chooseth certain means to led to this end. 3. He Purposes to carry all his Elect by these means to that end; | crd pns31 vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. crd pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d po31 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 871 | Page 154 |
5243 | themselves cannot, hence the Lord doth. | themselves cannot, hence the Lord does. | px32 vmbx, av dt n1 vdz. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5244 | And hence ariseth the great peace and support of the Saints, when they look upon the everlasting mountains of hindrances and impossibilities in their way, the Lord hath undertaken to carry them through them, Iohn 17. 15. That when heart and strength failes, he will be heart and strength, | And hence arises the great peace and support of the Saints, when they look upon the everlasting Mountains of hindrances and impossibilities in their Way, the Lord hath undertaken to carry them through them, John 17. 15. That when heart and strength fails, he will be heart and strength, | cc av vvz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1, dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd cst c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz, pns31 vmb vbi n1 cc n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5245 | and guide by his counsel, and bring to his Glory. | and guide by his counsel, and bring to his Glory. | cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5246 | And hence as all the Elect are to be certainly carried through all means to their end, | And hence as all the Elect Are to be Certainly carried through all means to their end, | cc av c-acp d dt n1 vbr pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp po32 n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5247 | and this is proper to them, so hence the best Hypocrite being never appointed certainly to come to this end, ever failes in the use of means; | and this is proper to them, so hence the best Hypocrite being never appointed Certainly to come to this end, ever fails in the use of means; | cc d vbz j p-acp pno32, av av dt js n1 vbg av vvn av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5248 | there he is and shall be forsaken of God, and forsake God. | there he is and shall be forsaken of God, and forsake God. | a-acp pns31 vbz cc vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, cc vvi np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5249 | Hence Iohn 6. When many used the means, and followed Christ for a time, that they might have life, at last they forsook Christ and means to have him. | Hence John 6. When many used the means, and followed christ for a time, that they might have life, At last they forsook christ and means to have him. | av np1 crd c-crq d vvd dt n2, cc vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vhi n1, p-acp ord pns32 vvd np1 cc n2 pc-acp vhi pno31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5250 | Why? v. 65. Because none can come to me, except it were given him of the Father. | Why? v. 65. Because none can come to me, except it were given him of the Father. | q-crq? n1 crd p-acp pix vmb vvi p-acp pno11, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn pno31 pp-f dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5251 | Hence, look as certainly as the Decree of Reprobation shall stand, he having not appointed them to the end; | Hence, look as Certainly as the decree of Reprobation shall stand, he having not appointed them to the end; | av, vvb a-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vhg xx vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5252 | so he never carries them through all means to that end, and therefore here they do ever fail. | so he never carries them through all means to that end, and Therefore Here they do ever fail. | av pns31 av-x vvz pno32 p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1, cc av av pns32 vdb av vvi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5253 | As 'tis in a Family, those that the Lord of the Family intends to give his estate unto, he keeps a strict eye upon them, keeps them under the Government of the Family; | As it's in a Family, those that the Lord of the Family intends to give his estate unto, he keeps a strict eye upon them, keeps them under the Government of the Family; | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, d cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp, pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno32, vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5254 | as for others, let them go where they will, and do what they will; | as for Others, let them go where they will, and do what they will; | c-acp p-acp n2-jn, vvb pno32 vvi c-crq pns32 vmb, cc vdb r-crq pns32 vmb; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5255 | so here, all that shall enjoy God, are put under the Kingdom of the Son. Hence he is said to give it up: | so Here, all that shall enjoy God, Are put under the Kingdom of the Son. Hence he is said to give it up: | av av, d cst vmb vvi np1, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5256 | To others he will say, you love Liberty, take it then. | To Others he will say, you love Liberty, take it then. | p-acp n2-jn pns31 vmb vvi, pn22 vvb n1, vvb pn31 av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 872 | Page 154 |
5257 | II. |
II Because the Lord and Fellowship with him, is never indeed their last & utmost end, | crd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, vbz av-x av po32 n1 cc j n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5258 | or their only end, but they have some o• her end of their own; & hence they are never carried strongly through all means to that end. | or their only end, but they have Some o• her end of their own; & hence they Are never carried strongly through all means to that end. | cc po32 j n1, cc-acp pns32 vhb d n1 po31 n1 pp-f po32 d; cc av pns32 vbr av-x vvn av-j p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5259 | For this is the nature of a mans last and utmost end, it carries a man without any stop toward it, and that with delight. | For this is the nature of a men last and utmost end, it carries a man without any stop towards it, and that with delight. | p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 ord cc j n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31, cc cst p-acp n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5260 | As a man that hath ho•our and preferment, and great hopes in his eye, that is reaching to the top of his aspiring thoughts, he will ride, | As a man that hath ho•our and preferment, and great hope's in his eye, that is reaching to the top of his aspiring thoughts, he will ride, | p-acp dt n1 cst vhz n1 cc n1, cc j n2 p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvg n2, pns31 vmb vvi, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5261 | and run, and flatter, and sin, &c. A man that hath riches in his eye, he will rise early, and go to bed late, eat the bread of carefulnesse, and he never hath enough. | and run, and flatter, and since, etc. A man that hath riches in his eye, he will rise early, and go to Bed late, eat the bred of carefulness, and he never hath enough. | cc vvi, cc vvi, cc n1, av dt n1 cst vhz n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi av-j, cc vvb pc-acp vvi av-j, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 av-x vhz av-d. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5262 | A man that is sick, and hath health in his eye, takes his Physick, observes his seasons, wasts his estate, for this is his end. | A man that is sick, and hath health in his eye, Takes his Physic, observes his seasons, wasts his estate, for this is his end. | dt n1 cst vbz j, cc vhz n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz po31 n1, vvz po31 n2, vvz po31 n1, p-acp d vbz po31 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5263 | Hence a Hypocrite never making Christ his last end, but being ever a double-minded man, Iames 1. And having his own ends, | Hence a Hypocrite never making christ his last end, but being ever a double-minded man, James 1. And having his own ends, | av dt n1 av-x vvg np1 po31 ord n1, cc-acp vbg av dt j n1, np1 crd cc vhg po31 d n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5264 | and lusts, and self to attend upon, hence the Byas draws him from following Christ effectually, | and Lustiest, and self to attend upon, hence the Bias draws him from following christ effectually, | cc n2, cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, av dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp vvg np1 av-j, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5265 | but he must follow his own ends, and hence ever neglects the means that lead him thereunto, Mat. 6. 24. Look as 'tis with men that have two Trdes, | but he must follow his own ends, and hence ever neglects the means that led him thereunto, Mathew 6. 24. Look as it's with men that have two Trdes, | cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n2, cc av av vvz dt n2 cst vvb pno31 av, np1 crd crd n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2 cst vhb crd n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5266 | or two Shops, one is as much as ever they can follow or tend, they are forced at last to put off one, | or two Shops, one is as much as ever they can follow or tend, they Are forced At last to put off one, | cc crd n2, pi vbz p-acp d c-acp av pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp ord pc-acp vvi a-acp crd, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5267 | and they must neglect the one: So here. III. |
and they must neglect the one: So Here. III. In regard of that Spirit of sloth and slumber, which the Lord ever leaves the best Hypocrite unto; | cc pns32 vmb vvi dt crd: av av. np1. p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n1 av vvz dt js n1 p-acp; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 873 | Page 154 |
5268 | which is the dearest lust and last enemy that the Lord destroyes in all his, but never destroies in these. | which is the dearest lust and last enemy that the Lord Destroys in all his, but never Destroys in these. | r-crq vbz dt js-jn n1 cc ord n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp av-d png31, cc-acp av-x vvz p-acp d. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 154 |
5269 | Which so might•ly oppresseth all their senses, that they cannot use effectually all means to accomplish their ends. | Which so might•ly Oppresses all their Senses, that they cannot use effectually all means to accomplish their ends. | r-crq av av-j vvz d po32 n2, cst pns32 vmbx vvi av-j d n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 154 |
5270 | And hence a man desires the end, but hath it not, Prov. 13. 4. The Lord proposeth the most Glorious end to his people, | And hence a man Desires the end, but hath it not, Curae 13. 4. The Lord Proposeth the most Glorious end to his people, | cc av dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc-acp vhz pn31 xx, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 154 |
5271 | but its through many difficulties that we must come to it. | but its through many difficulties that we must come to it. | cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 154 |
5272 | Now there being the Spirit of sloath within, and these difficulties without, a Hypocrite sits down and rests under the shadow of this growing, spreading sin; | Now there being the Spirit of sloth within, and these difficulties without, a Hypocrite sits down and rests under the shadow of this growing, spreading since; | av a-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp, cc d n2 p-acp, dt n1 vvz a-acp cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvg, j-vvg n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 154 |
5273 | and saith 'tis hard, and because he cannot do so, he hopes 'tis but an infirmity, | and Says it's hard, and Because he cannot do so, he hope's it's but an infirmity, | cc vvz pn31|vbz j, cc c-acp pns31 vmbx vdi av, pns31 vvz pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 155 |
5274 | and God will accept of his desires, and here perisheth, Mat. 7. 14. For straight is the gate that leads unto life, hence few there be that find it. | and God will accept of his Desires, and Here Perishes, Mathew 7. 14. For straight is the gate that leads unto life, hence few there be that find it. | cc np1 vmb vvi pp-f po31 n2, cc av vvz, np1 crd crd c-acp av vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, av d pc-acp vbi cst vvb pn31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 155 |
5275 | Look as it was with the Israelites, Canaan they were bound for, they came at last to it, | Look as it was with the Israelites, Canaan they were bound for, they Come At last to it, | vvb p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, np1 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp, pns32 vvd p-acp ord p-acp pn31, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 155 |
5276 | but when their Spies had told them of the difficulties, they sank, only Caleb and Ioshua of that mighty Host that had upright hearts here. | but when their Spies had told them of the difficulties, they sank, only Caleb and Ioshua of that mighty Host that had upright hearts Here. | cc-acp c-crq po32 n2 vhd vvn pno32 pp-f dt n2, pns32 vvd, av-j np1 cc np1 pp-f d j n1 cst vhd j n2 av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 155 |
5277 | Heavy things must descend, though cast up; for their place is downward. Light things, cast them downward, yet they must up again, for their place is upward; So 'tis here: | Heavy things must descend, though cast up; for their place is downward. Light things, cast them downward, yet they must up again, for their place is upward; So it's Here: | j n2 vmb vvi, cs vvn a-acp; p-acp po32 n1 vbz av-j. j n2, vvd pno32 av-j, av pns32 vmb a-acp av, p-acp po32 n1 vbz j; av pn31|vbz av: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 155 |
5294 | Do you use all diligence to make it sure? You complain you seek and find not. | Do you use all diligence to make it sure? You complain you seek and find not. | vdb pn22 vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j? pn22 vvb pn22 vvb cc vvb xx. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5278 | A sluggish heart may be lift up by means, but they cannot hold it, their place is downward, here is their rest; | A sluggish heart may be lift up by means, but they cannot hold it, their place is downward, Here is their rest; | dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vvi pn31, po32 n1 vbz j, av vbz po32 n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 155 |
5279 | so Saints, è contra, like fire will consume all difficulties, their rest is upward. SECT. III. | so Saints, è contra, like fire will consume all difficulties, their rest is upward. SECT. III. | av n2, fw-la fw-la, av-j n1 vmb vvi d n2, po32 n1 vbz j. n1. np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 874 | Page 155 |
5280 | HEnce we see one ground of many complaints that are in the mouths of many Professors of the waies of God, |
HEnce we see one ground of many complaints that Are in the mouths of many Professors of the ways of God, that never find the sweet which is the end of their Christian course, that Are ever complaining of Wants, | av pns12 vvb crd n1 pp-f d n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst av-x vvb dt j r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 np1 n1, cst vbr av vvg pp-f n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5281 | but never feels supplies, ever learning, never knowing, ever hoping, never having, ever confessing of their sins, never triumphing over their sin, ever wishing that they had the Lord, but never possessing the Lord. | but never feels supplies, ever learning, never knowing, ever hoping, never having, ever confessing of their Sins, never triumphing over their since, ever wishing that they had the Lord, but never possessing the Lord. | cc-acp av-x vvz n2, av n1, av-x vvg, av vvg, av-x vhg, av vvg pp-f po32 n2, av-x vvg p-acp po32 n1, av vvg cst pns32 vhd dt n1, cc-acp av-x vvg dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5282 | And hence have minds full of fears, and mouths full of complaints, and hence finding no sweet in their course, could be content but for shame, to throw by their Profession. | And hence have minds full of fears, and mouths full of complaints, and hence finding no sweet in their course, could be content but for shame, to throw by their Profession. | cc av vhb n2 j pp-f n2, cc n2 j pp-f n2, cc av vvg dx j p-acp po32 n1, vmd vbi j p-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5283 | Why? Where is the cause of this? Is Heaven so barren and beggarly, that there are no Jewels to be had there? Are the fields of Gods Ordinances so empty, that there is no Treasure to be found there? Oh yes! | Why? Where is the cause of this? Is Heaven so barren and beggarly, that there Are no Jewels to be had there? are the fields of God's Ordinances so empty, that there is no Treasure to be found there? O yes! | q-crq? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d? vbz n1 av j cc j, cst a-acp vbr dx n2 pc-acp vbi vhn a-acp? vbr dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2 av j, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp? uh uh! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5284 | there 'tis, but Christians are idle, there is the Treasure, but they cannot beg, much lesse dig for it, Prov. 2. 3, 4, 5, 6. If there be a treasure in the ground, | there it's, but Christians Are idle, there is the Treasure, but they cannot beg, much less dig for it, Curae 2. 3, 4, 5, 6. If there be a treasure in the ground, | a-acp pn31|vbz, cc-acp np1 vbr j, pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vvi, av-d av-dc vvi p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5285 | and a man can find nothing, and so is ever complaining, the fault is in the man, he doth not dig long enough, nor deep enough; so 'tis here: | and a man can find nothing, and so is ever complaining, the fault is in the man, he does not dig long enough, nor deep enough; so it's Here: | cc dt n1 vmb vvi pix, cc av vbz av vvg, dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j av-d, ccx j-jn d; av pn31|vbz av: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5286 | There is never an Ordinance, but the Lord is in it; he never said to the Horse of Iacob seek his face in vain. | There is never an Ordinance, but the Lord is in it; he never said to the Horse of Iacob seek his face in vain. | pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pn31; pns31 av-x vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5287 | Men pray, and if a few sighs will fe•ch in relief, well and good, if not, they cast that Shovel by, dig I cannot; they spend some time in laying sin to heart, | Men pray, and if a few sighs will fe•ch in relief, well and good, if not, they cast that Shovel by, dig I cannot; they spend Some time in laying since to heart, | n2 vvb, cc cs dt d n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, av cc j, cs xx, pns32 vvd cst n1 p-acp, vvb pns11 vmbx; pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5288 | but if I cannot presently feel the bitternesse of it, I cannot help it, dig I cannot. A man can be content to hear the Word, | but if I cannot presently feel the bitterness of it, I cannot help it, dig I cannot. A man can be content to hear the Word, | cc-acp cs pns11 vmbx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns11 vmbx vvi pn31, vvb pns11 vmbx. dt n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5289 | and to listen after it, but to stir up the soul to lay hold on the Lord, that their sleep forbids, Prov. 13. 4. The soul of the diligent shall be made fat. | and to listen After it, but to stir up the soul to lay hold on the Lord, that their sleep forbids, Curae 13. 4. The soul of the diligent shall be made fat. | cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, cst po32 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb vbi vvn j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5290 | Why do you famish under means? Is it because the Lords is unwilling or unable to relieve? No, Iohn 6. 27. You labour for that bread that perisheth. | Why do you famish under means? Is it Because the lords is unwilling or unable to relieve? No, John 6. 27. You labour for that bred that Perishes. | q-crq vdb pn22 vvi p-acp n2? vbz pn31 p-acp dt n2 vbz j cc j-u pc-acp vvi? uh-dx, np1 crd crd pn22 vvi p-acp d n1 cst vvz. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5291 | Labour not for it, but for the other, and the Son of man will give it you, | Labour not for it, but for the other, and the Son of man will give it you, | vvb xx p-acp pn31, cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn31 pn22, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5292 | for he is sealed for that very end. You complain your hearts are alwaies out of frame. | for he is sealed for that very end. You complain your hearts Are always out of frame. | c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d j n1. pn22 vvb po22 n2 vbr av av pp-f n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5293 | Tell me, do you keep then with all diligence? Prov. 4. 23. With all your Guard about it? You complain you never get assurance. | Tell me, do you keep then with all diligence? Curae 4. 23. With all your Guard about it? You complain you never get assurance. | vvb pno11, vdb pn22 vvi av p-acp d n1? np1 crd crd p-acp d po22 n1 p-acp pn31? pn22 vvb pn22 av-x vvi n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5295 | Do you seek him diligently? Heb. 11. 6. Oh this is the cause! The Lord hath given you the Spirit of slumber. | Do you seek him diligently? Hebrew 11. 6. O this is the cause! The Lord hath given you the Spirit of slumber. | vdb pn22 vvi pno31 av-j? np1 crd crd uh d vbz dt n1! dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5296 | Oh lay not the fault on the Lord, but on thine own carelesse heart, and lament over it, | O lay not the fault on the Lord, but on thine own careless heart, and lament over it, | uh vvb xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp po21 d j n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5297 | and say, this hath been the cause of all my complaints and woe. Oh I remember what the Lord by Ieremy speaks! | and say, this hath been the cause of all my complaints and woe. O I Remember what the Lord by Ieremy speaks! | cc vvi, d vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d po11 n2 cc n1. uh pns11 vvb q-crq dt n1 p-acp np1 vvz! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5298 | Go into the strong Holds, for the Lord hath poured upon us the Spirit of deep sleep, | Go into the strong Holds, for the Lord hath poured upon us the Spirit of deep sleep, | vvb p-acp dt j vvz, p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5299 | and given us the waters of Gall to drink. | and given us the waters of Gall to drink. | cc vvn pno12 dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5300 | I confesse the Lords choicest servants have their complaints, their sighs and groans unutterable, they have their fears, temptations and tears; | I confess the lords Choicest Servants have their complaints, their sighs and groans unutterable, they have their fears, temptations and tears; | pns11 vvb dt n2 js n2 vhb po32 n2, po32 n2 cc n2 j, pns32 vhb po32 n2, n2 cc n2; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5301 | Who more abundantly? Yet Beloved, methinks 'tis with them as 'tis with Passengers and Travellers towards their home, that they see it Twenty Miles off somtime, | Who more abundantly? Yet beloved, methinks it's with them as it's with Passengers and Travellers towards their home, that they see it Twenty Miles off sometime, | r-crq av-dc av-j? av vvn, vvz pn31|vbz p-acp pno32 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1-an, cst pns32 vvb pn31 crd n2 a-acp av, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5302 | when they be on the Top of an Hill, after they have gone a little farther, they come into a Valley, | when they be on the Top of an Hill, After they have gone a little farther, they come into a Valley, | c-crq pns32 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt j av-jc, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5303 | and then they complain they have lost the sight of it, and cannot see it again scarce till they be upon i•; | and then they complain they have lost the sighed of it, and cannot see it again scarce till they be upon i•; | cc av pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vmbx vvi pn31 av av-j c-acp pns32 vbb p-acp n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5304 | yet they sit not down in their Valley, but are going towards it. They go from strength to strength, though they come tired thither; | yet they fit not down in their Valley, but Are going towards it. They go from strength to strength, though they come tired thither; | av pns32 vvb xx a-acp p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp vbr vvg p-acp pn31. pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cs pns32 vvb vvn av; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 155 |
5305 | as Psal. 84. 7, 8. They passe from strength to strength till they come to see God in Sion. | as Psalm 84. 7, 8. They pass from strength to strength till they come to see God in Sion. | c-acp np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5306 | They rest not in their complaints, but get on; | They rest not in their complaints, but get on; | pns32 vvb xx p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp vvb a-acp; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5307 | and the star before them, the Means that lead them to that end, make them (as Mat. 2. 10.) rejoyce with exceeding great joy. | and the star before them, the Means that led them to that end, make them (as Mathew 2. 10.) rejoice with exceeding great joy. | cc dt n1 p-acp pno32, dt n2 cst vvb pno32 p-acp d n1, vvb pno32 (c-acp np1 crd crd) vvb p-acp vvg j n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5308 | I confesse they may for a time give way to their sloath, and sit in their vallies, | I confess they may for a time give Way to their sloth, and fit in their valleys, | pns11 vvb pns32 vmb p-acp dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5309 | and turn day into night, and sleep out almost the season of means; | and turn day into night, and sleep out almost the season of means; | cc vvi n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi av av dt n1 pp-f n2; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5310 | yet you shall ever find this, if ordinary means awaken them not, terrible Flashings and Lightnings of wrath do; | yet you shall ever find this, if ordinary means awaken them not, terrible Flashings and Lightnings of wrath do; | av pn22 vmb av vvi d, cs j n2 vvi pno32 xx, j n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f n1 vdb; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5311 | and in their afflictions and terrours and wounds of Conscience, Hos. 5. 15. they shall seek the Lord early. | and in their afflictions and terrors and wounds of Conscience, Hos. 5. 15. they shall seek the Lord early. | cc p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 av-j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5312 | Ponder therefore of this cause, and in a time of sorrow they shall complain for somthing, viz. for their sloath. | Ponder Therefore of this cause, and in a time of sorrow they shall complain for something, viz. for their sloth. | vvb av pp-f d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pi, n1 p-acp po32 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5313 | This may be the greatest sin of some, they live in no sin, but complaint, thy complaints may be fruits of sloath in not using means, | This may be the greatest since of Some, they live in no since, but complaint, thy complaints may be fruits of sloth in not using means, | d vmb vbi dt js n1 pp-f d, pns32 vvb p-acp dx n1, cc-acp n1, po21 n2 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp xx vvg n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5314 | and this may be thy great sin. | and this may be thy great since. | cc d vmb vbi po21 j n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 875 | Page 156 |
5315 | Hence learn 'tis not having of Means in this place, |
Hence Learn it's not having of Means in this place, nor coming hither for Means, that will do you any good or evidence your safe and good estate, | av vvi pn31|vbz xx vhg pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, ccx vvg av p-acp n2, cst vmb vdi pn22 d j cc n1 po22 j cc j n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 876 | Page 156 |
5316 | but an effectual use and improvement of them; not only the use of outward, but inward means too. | but an effectual use and improvement of them; not only the use of outward, but inward means too. | cc-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; xx av-j dt n1 pp-f j, cc-acp j n2 av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 876 | Page 156 |
5317 | Men that have never so great a stock may die Beggars, by not improving it, Deut. 29. 3, 4. 1. Many seeing and beholding that Sun which is set with them, to be risen here in these Western Parts, partly out of fear of persecution, partly by Friends perswasion and company, partly to enjoy Gods Ordinances, have taken their flight hither. | Men that have never so great a stock may die Beggars, by not improving it, Deuteronomy 29. 3, 4. 1. Many seeing and beholding that Sun which is Set with them, to be risen Here in these Western Parts, partly out of Fear of persecution, partly by Friends persuasion and company, partly to enjoy God's Ordinances, have taken their flight hither. | np1 cst vhb av-x av j dt n1 vmb vvi n2, p-acp xx vvg pn31, np1 crd crd, crd crd np1 vvg cc vvg d n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp d j n2, av av pp-f n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1, av pc-acp vvi npg1 n2, vhb vvn po32 n1 av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 876 | Page 156 |
5318 | But 2. Being come, wish Oh that our eyes had never seen it! | But 2. Being come, wish O that our eyes had never seen it! | p-acp crd vbg vvn, vvb uh cst po12 n2 vhd av-x vvn pn31! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 878 | Page 156 |
5319 | partly through plenty of means, despise and loath them, partly through multitude of covering or vexing cares have no hearts to, or time to use them. | partly through plenty of means, despise and loath them, partly through multitude of covering or vexing Cares have no hearts to, or time to use them. | av p-acp n1 pp-f n2, vvb cc vvi pno32, av p-acp n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg n2 vhb dx n2 p-acp, cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 878 | Page 156 |
5320 | And yet 3. Are comforted in this, that they have them, though they see no God in them, tast little sweetnesse, receive little power from them, | And yet 3. are comforted in this, that they have them, though they see no God in them, taste little sweetness, receive little power from them, | cc av crd vbr vvn p-acp d, cst pns32 vhb pno32, cs pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp pno32, vvb j n1, vvb j n1 p-acp pno32, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 879 | Page 156 |
5321 | and hope to go to Heaven at next remove, that have come so far for these, &c. I would to God it were so. But oh consider, | and hope to go to Heaven At next remove, that have come so Far for these, etc. I would to God it were so. But o Consider, | cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp ord vvi, cst vhb vvn av av-j p-acp d, av pns11 vmd p-acp np1 pn31 vbdr av. p-acp uh vvb, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 879 | Page 156 |
5322 | 1. If you improve them not, thy coming hither is but the discovery of thy hypocrisie to men and Angels, | 1. If you improve them not, thy coming hither is but the discovery of thy hypocrisy to men and Angels, | crd cs pn22 vvb pno32 xx, po21 n-vvg av vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 880 | Page 156 |
5323 | for this is the stage wherein the most fine-spun hypocrisie and real sincerity shall act its part. | for this is the stage wherein the most finespun hypocrisy and real sincerity shall act its part. | p-acp d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt av-ds j n1 cc j n1 vmb vvi po31 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 880 | Page 156 |
5324 | 2. Nay thou art so far from being blessed in having them thus, that Gods fiercest plagues shall here approach thy dwelling. | 2. Nay thou art so Far from being blessed in having them thus, that God's Fiercest plagues shall Here approach thy Dwelling. | crd uh pns21 vb2r av av-j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp vhg pno32 av, cst ng1 js n2 vmb av vvi po21 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 881 | Page 156 |
5325 | The Arke among the Philistims, made the Lord plague the Philistims. 3. Nay this shall lay all desolate one day. | The Ark among the philistines, made the Lord plague the philistines. 3. Nay this shall lay all desolate one day. | dt n1 p-acp dt njp2, vvn dt n1 vvb dt njp2. crd uh-x d vmb vvi d j crd n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 881 | Page 156 |
5326 | They cried the Temple of the Lord, Jer. 7. Go to Shiloh. So I say, Go to the Palatinate, Go to Germany, France, go to the places whence you came, | They cried the Temple of the Lord, Jer. 7. Go to Shiloh. So I say, Go to the Palatinate, Go to Germany, France, go to the places whence you Come, | pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd vvb p-acp np1. av pns11 vvb, vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp np1, np1, vvb p-acp dt n2 c-crq pn22 vvd, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 882 | Page 156 |
5327 | and see what the Lord hath done. | and see what the Lord hath done. | cc vvb q-crq dt n1 vhz vdn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 882 | Page 156 |
5328 | 4. This shall be as to Saints greatest joy, when they shall look back, and see all the difficulties they have passed over, that here and there hearts and help failed, | 4. This shall be as to Saints greatest joy, when they shall look back, and see all the difficulties they have passed over, that Here and there hearts and help failed, | crd d vmb vbi a-acp p-acp n2 js n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi av, cc vvi d dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn a-acp, cst av cc a-acp n2 cc n1 vvd, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5329 | and there I lingred, but the Lord was merciful, and pulled me out, and they shall wonder at that Faithfulnesse and Grace; so here: | and there I lingered, but the Lord was merciful, and pulled me out, and they shall wonder At that Faithfulness and Grace; so Here: | cc a-acp pns11 vvn, cc-acp dt n1 vbds j, cc vvd pno11 av, cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1; av av: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5330 | This will be terrour and anguish; | This will be terror and anguish; | d vmb vbi n1 cc n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5331 | that I came so far, and had means, and took some pains, and was almost perswaded one time, almost confuted another, almost conquered and had yielded up all at another, | that I Come so Far, and had means, and took Some pains, and was almost persuaded one time, almost confuted Another, almost conquered and had yielded up all At Another, | cst pns11 vvd av av-j, cc vhd n2, cc vvd d n2, cc vbds av vvn crd n1, av vvn j-jn, av vvn cc vhd vvn a-acp d p-acp n-jn, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5332 | but oh my Lump fell down to the dust again, and my soul forsook the pursuing of the Lord again? and this shall be the portion of Hypocrites. | but o my Lump fell down to the dust again, and my soul forsook the pursuing of the Lord again? and this shall be the portion of Hypocrites. | cc-acp uh po11 n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 av, cc po11 n1 vvd dt vvg pp-f dt n1 av? cc d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5333 | You may neglect and wrap up your Talents, but the Lord hath a time to call you to an account what gain you make. | You may neglect and wrap up your Talents, but the Lord hath a time to call you to an account what gain you make. | pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp po22 n2, cc-acp dt n1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvb pn22 vvb. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5334 | Look therefore to it, it may be some of you have need to improve means, you despise them in one place, | Look Therefore to it, it may be Some of you have need to improve means, you despise them in one place, | n1 av p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb vbi d pp-f pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi n2, pn22 vvb pno32 p-acp crd n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5335 | and hither you come for them, and poor hearts, eyes dim, hearts hard, Consciences asleep, ears deaf, breath gone, life lost, God departed, | and hither you come for them, and poor hearts, eyes dim, hearts hard, Consciences asleep, ears deaf, breath gone, life lost, God departed, | cc av pn22 vvb p-acp pno32, cc j n2, n2 j, n2 j, n2 j, n2 j, n1 vvn, n1 vvn, np1 vvd, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5336 | and nothing left but a dead Carcase. | and nothing left but a dead Carcase. | cc pix vvd p-acp dt j n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5337 | It may be some are sincere, and the work of Gods Spirit is set back, your Lamps are out, your watchful minds and tender hearts and earnest pursuit after the Lord is gone. | It may be Some Are sincere, and the work of God's Spirit is Set back, your Lamps Are out, your watchful minds and tender hearts and earnest pursuit After the Lord is gone. | pn31 vmb vbi d vbr j, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz vvn av, po22 n2 vbr av, po22 j n2 cc j n2 cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5338 | Oh then consider what little cause you have to boast in means! Men that have no part in ships, look for no gain; | O then Consider what little cause you have to boast in means! Men that have no part in ships, look for no gain; | uh av vvb r-crq j n1 pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2! np1 cst vhb dx n1 p-acp n2, vvb p-acp dx n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 156 |
5339 | but if you have any part in the Blessi•• o• Ordinances, rest not without it. | but if you have any part in the Blessi•• o• Ordinances, rest not without it. | cc-acp cs pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp dt np1 n1 n2, vvb xx p-acp pn31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 883 | Page 157 |
5340 | Hence see what need you have of a mighty and unresistable power of the Lords Grace and Spirit, to carry you an end in your Christian course, |
Hence see what need you have of a mighty and unresistable power of the lords Grace and Spirit, to carry you an end in your Christian course, if ever you come to life. | av vvi r-crq vvb pn22 vhb pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb cc n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 p-acp po22 njp n1, cs av pn22 vvb p-acp n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5341 | For if Hypocrisie discovers it self in an ineffectual use of means, then you will find all the powers of darknesse resisting and seeking to surprize you here. | For if Hypocrisy discovers it self in an ineffectual use of means, then you will find all the Powers of darkness resisting and seeking to surprise you Here. | p-acp cs n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, cs pn22 vmb vvi d dt n2 pp-f n1 vvg cc vvg pc-acp vvi pn22 av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5342 | That as 'tis with Thieves, you shall not see not find them lying in the City, 'tis in vain there to offer any violence, but in the way; | That as it's with Thieves, you shall not see not find them lying in the city, it's in vain there to offer any violence, but in the Way; | cst c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, pn22 vmb xx vvi xx vvi pno32 vvg p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz p-acp j a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5343 | So Satan cannot step unto the Gates of Heaven to keep you from thence, and hence all his power and policy lies in the way of means, to keep you from thence. | So Satan cannot step unto the Gates of Heaven to keep you from thence, and hence all his power and policy lies in the Way of means, to keep you from thence. | av np1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp av, cc av d po31 n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5344 | And hence look upon the best man, how many hindrances to Prayer somtime, though he hath tasted the sweet of it, he had rather die than pray. | And hence look upon the best man, how many hindrances to Prayer sometime, though he hath tasted the sweet of it, he had rather die than pray. | cc av vvb p-acp dt js n1, c-crq d n2 p-acp n1 av, cs pns31 vhz vvn dt j pp-f pn31, pns31 vhd av-c vvi cs vvb. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5345 | How soon are the thoughts turned from God, when we come to draw nigh to God, | How soon Are the thoughts turned from God, when we come to draw High to God, | uh-crq av vbr dt n2 vvn p-acp np1, c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5346 | how unable to wake one hour? That if it were not the inyincible strength of a God that did support them, 1 Pet. 1. 5. they could never go on. | how unable to wake one hour? That if it were not the inyincible strength of a God that did support them, 1 Pet. 1. 5. they could never go on. | c-crq j pc-acp vvi crd n1? cst cs pn31 vbdr xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vdd vvi pno32, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vmd av-x vvi a-acp. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5347 | Tell me you poor Creatures that never were effectually carried to your end by means, Do you not oft find checks for sin, desires against it, Christ and mercy weeping at your knees, melting over you, | Tell me you poor Creatures that never were effectually carried to your end by means, Do you not oft find Checks for since, Desires against it, christ and mercy weeping At your knees, melting over you, | vvb pno11 pn22 j n2 cst av-x vbdr av-j vvn p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n2, vdb pn22 xx av vvi n2 p-acp n1, vvz p-acp pn31, np1 cc n1 vvg p-acp po22 n2, vvg p-acp pn22, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5348 | and your hearts almost perswaded? Do you not find a want of Christ, and Grace, | and your hearts almost persuaded? Do you not find a want of christ, and Grace, | cc po22 n2 av vvn? vdb pn22 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5349 | and Spirit, and Promises, and you hope it will be better? Do you not find some movings towards the Lord, | and Spirit, and Promises, and you hope it will be better? Do you not find Some movings towards the Lord, | cc n1, cc vvz, cc pn22 vvb pn31 vmb vbi av-jc? vdb pn22 xx vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5350 | but yet withal do you not find a dead, sloathful heart slayes you again? The veriest reprobate in the world may have as good an assurance of heaven as thou, there may be better in Hell than thee. | but yet withal do you not find a dead, slothful heart slays you again? The veriest Reprobate in the world may have as good an assurance of heaven as thou, there may be better in Hell than thee. | cc-acp av av vdb pn22 xx vvi dt j, j n1 vvz pn22 av? dt js n-jn p-acp dt n1 vmb vhi p-acp j dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns21, pc-acp vmb vbi jc p-acp n1 cs pno21. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5351 | And who can mend this? long, long it hath been thus. Oh then feel a need of the Lords irresistable power! | And who can mend this? long, long it hath been thus. O then feel a need of the lords irresistible power! | cc q-crq vmb vvi d? av-j, vvb pn31 vhz vbn av. uh av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 j n1! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5352 | Thou indeed hast an end, but say, Lord thou must carry me like a lost sheep on thy shoulders to that end! | Thou indeed hast an end, but say, Lord thou must carry me like a lost sheep on thy shoulders to that end! | pns21 av vvb dt n1, cc-acp vvb, n1 pns21 vmb vvi pno11 av-j dt j-vvn n1 p-acp po21 n2 p-acp d n1! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5353 | Seek the Lord and his strength, seek his face evermore, in all means, at all times, | Seek the Lord and his strength, seek his face evermore, in all means, At all times, | vvb dt n1 cc po31 n1, vvb po31 n1 av, p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5354 | but seek his strength then, Col. 1. 29. I labour thus, striving according to his working, which works in me mightily: and so I strive. Oh see need of this! | but seek his strength then, Col. 1. 29. I labour thus, striving according to his working, which works in me mightily: and so I strive. O see need of this! | cc-acp vvb po31 n1 av, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb av, vvg p-acp p-acp po31 n-vvg, r-crq vvz p-acp pno11 av-j: cc av pns11 vvb. uh vvb n1 pp-f d! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5355 | Many of you make work with your own hearts, and strive, and endeavour, and yet cannot stir. | Many of you make work with your own hearts, and strive, and endeavour, and yet cannot stir. | av-d pp-f pn22 vvb n1 p-acp po22 d n2, cc vvi, cc n1, cc av vmbx vvi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5356 | Oh look then for this mighty working, and feel a need of it! SECT. IV. HEnce judge what your estates are this day before the Lord. | O look then for this mighty working, and feel a need of it! SECT. IV. HEnce judge what your estates Are this day before the Lord. | uh vvb av p-acp d j n-vvg, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31! n1. np1 av vvi q-crq po22 n2 vbr d n1 p-acp dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 884 | Page 157 |
5357 | I know and believe that you prize, pray for, long for the end, and if ever the Lord saves and pardons you, |
I know and believe that you prize, pray for, long for the end, and if ever the Lord saves and Pardons you, you shall have cause to bless him. | pns11 vvb cc vvb cst pn22 vvb, vvb p-acp, av-j p-acp dt n1, cc cs av dt n1 vvz cc vvz pn22, pn22 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5358 | You may do as hath been said, but never find a heart given you by the invincible wrestlings of a God to use and improve all means to that end; | You may do as hath been said, but never find a heart given you by the invincible wrestlings of a God to use and improve all means to that end; | pn22 vmb vdi p-acp vhz vbn vvn, cc-acp av-x vvb dt n1 vvn pn22 p-acp dt j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2 p-acp d n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5359 | and thus your practise in the habitual neglect of means is a clear and manifest witnesse, | and thus your practice in the habitual neglect of means is a clear and manifest witness, | cc av po22 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 vbz dt j cc j n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5360 | like the day against you, that you do not desire sincerely the end (as you think) in having so little respect to the means that conduce thereunto. | like the day against you, that you do not desire sincerely the end (as you think) in having so little respect to the means that conduce thereunto. | av-j dt n1 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vdb xx vvi av-j dt n1 (c-acp pn22 vvb) p-acp vhg av j n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vvi av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5361 | Did you ever see that man that did indeed desire life, but he would use all means, wits, | Did you ever see that man that did indeed desire life, but he would use all means, wits, | vdd pn22 av vvi d n1 cst vdd av vvi n1, cc-acp pns31 vmd vvi d n2, n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5362 | and friends, nay cut off his Limbs to preserve it? But however, put that name upon it, say you do desire and prize the end, | and Friends, nay Cut off his Limbs to preserve it? But however, put that name upon it, say you do desire and prize the end, | cc n2, uh-x vvb a-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31? p-acp a-acp, vvd d n1 p-acp pn31, vvb pn22 vdb vvi cc vvi dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5363 | yet if the Lord leaves you, or you forsake the Lord in a neglect of means, that lead thereto, and that effectually; | yet if the Lord leaves you, or you forsake the Lord in a neglect of means, that led thereto, and that effectually; | av cs dt n1 vvz pn22, cc pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vvb av, cc cst av-j; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5364 | what you may be, and what the Lord may do, I know not, but to this day your estate is no better than a painted salvation and pictured hypocrisie before the Lord. | what you may be, and what the Lord may do, I know not, but to this day your estate is no better than a painted salvation and pictured hypocrisy before the Lord. | r-crq pn22 vmb vbi, cc q-crq dt n1 vmb vdi, pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp p-acp d n1 po22 n1 vbz dx jc cs dt j-vvn n1 cc vvn n1 p-acp dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5365 | That stone at which the closest hypocrites have stumbled, that rock on which the best hypocrite hath been broken, thou art fallen upon, that enemy of sloath, which hath carried Kings (men that have worn the Crown of Profession in the world) miserable Captives, (notwithstanding their lamentable cries, Lord save us!) to hell, the same enemy hath already bound thee up in Chaines, | That stone At which the closest Hypocrites have stumbled, that rock on which the best hypocrite hath been broken, thou art fallen upon, that enemy of sloth, which hath carried Kings (men that have worn the Crown of Profession in the world) miserable Captives, (notwithstanding their lamentable cries, Lord save us!) to hell, the same enemy hath already bound thee up in Chains, | cst n1 p-acp r-crq dt js n2 vhb vvn, cst n1 p-acp r-crq dt js n1 vhz vbn vvn, pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp, cst n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhz vvn n2 (n2 cst vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1) j n2-jn, (c-acp po32 j n2, n1 vvb pno12!) p-acp n1, dt d n1 vhz av vvn pno21 a-acp p-acp n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5366 | and what will become of thee, 'tis only known in his Breast, that by the voice of his Trump can awaken the dead, | and what will become of thee, it's only known in his Breast, that by the voice of his Trump can awaken the dead, | cc q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno21, pn31|vbz av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi dt j, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5367 | and break the bonds of sloath and death it self. | and break the bonds of sloth and death it self. | cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pn31 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5368 | But you will say, there are no Virgins among us that neglect to take their oyle, that so far forget themselves as to neglect the means, that are come so many thousand miles for means; | But you will say, there Are no Virgins among us that neglect to take their oil, that so Far forget themselves as to neglect the means, that Are come so many thousand miles for means; | p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, pc-acp vbr dx n2 p-acp pno12 cst vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cst av av-j vvi px32 p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2, cst vbr vvn av d crd n2 p-acp n2; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 157 |
5369 | there is not a day but some line is drawn, not a Sermon, Sabbath but some good got, | there is not a day but Some line is drawn, not a Sermon, Sabbath but Some good god, | pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvn, xx dt n1, n1 p-acp d j vvn, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5370 | or else they think themselves half undone, not a prayer but one step nearer to glory: | or Else they think themselves half undone, not a prayer but one step nearer to glory: | cc av pns32 vvb px32 av-jn vvn, xx dt n1 p-acp crd n1 av-jc p-acp n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5371 | The day is not long enough, and therefore the nights are spent in wrastlings with the Angel; | The day is not long enough, and Therefore the nights Are spent in wrestlings with the Angel; | dt n1 vbz xx j av-d, cc av dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5372 | nay, in prevailing with God for themselves and Churches, and blessing on both; | nay, in prevailing with God for themselves and Churches, and blessing on both; | uh-x, p-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp px32 cc n2, cc n1 p-acp d; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5373 | Sabbaths are the day breaks of heaven, the fellowship of Saints be•ter then to stand before Kings, the fellowship of Christ in heaven so sweet, that in seeking of him men forget themselves, nay to eat their bread; | Sabbaths Are the day breaks of heaven, the fellowship of Saints be•ter then to stand before Kings, the fellowship of christ in heaven so sweet, that in seeking of him men forget themselves, nay to eat their bred; | n2 vbr dt n1 vvz pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 jc cs pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 av j, cst p-acp vvg pp-f pno31 n2 vvi px32, uh p-acp vvi po32 n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5374 | that if the Lord should have let out the vineyard of Ordinances to any Husbandmen in the world, who could or would have taken more pains to dig it, to dress it, then we doe. | that if the Lord should have let out the vineyard of Ordinances to any Husbandmen in the world, who could or would have taken more pains to dig it, to dress it, then we do. | cst cs dt n1 vmd vhi vvn av dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmd cc vmd vhi vvn dc n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31, cs pns12 vdb. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5375 | Beloved, those enlargements that are in any after the Lord, the Lord cherish and increase them, | beloved, those enlargements that Are in any After the Lord, the Lord cherish and increase them, | j-vvn, d n2 cst vbr p-acp d c-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvb cc vvi pno32, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5376 | but I fear we may go five times about the tree before we see such loaden boughs. | but I Fear we may go five times about the tree before we see such loaded boughs. | cc-acp pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi crd n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns12 vvb d j-vvn n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5377 | I am much mistaken if the best may not be discovered here, the fairest flowers in the field must wither, they cannot last, | I am much mistaken if the best may not be discovered Here, the Fairest flowers in the field must wither, they cannot last, | pns11 vbm av-d vvn cs dt js vmb xx vbi vvn av, dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, pns32 vmbx vvi, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5378 | and the best affections that are but temporary, that have acted men mightily for a time in the use of means, must perish in the neglect of means at last. | and the best affections that Are but temporary, that have acted men mightily for a time in the use of means, must perish in the neglect of means At last. | cc dt js n2 cst vbr p-acp j, cst vhb vvn n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp ord. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5379 | I shall not therefore meddle with profane or carnal Gospellers, so much as with close deceivers of their own souls; | I shall not Therefore meddle with profane or carnal Evangelists, so much as with close deceivers of their own Souls; | pns11 vmb xx av vvi p-acp j cc j n2, av av-d c-acp p-acp j n2 pp-f po32 d n2; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5380 | and look as 'tis in all sores, you may know where the sore is by the lappings, | and look as it's in all sores, you may know where the soar is by the lappings, | cc vvb c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n2, pn22 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5381 | so you may know a sluggard that neglects means by his shifts: | so you may know a sluggard that neglects means by his shifts: | av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 cst vvz n2 p-acp po31 n2: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5382 | For if you observe, no sin hath so many shifts and colours for it as this; | For if you observe, no since hath so many shifts and colours for it as this; | c-acp cs pn22 vvb, dx n1 vhz av d n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31 p-acp d; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5383 | Saul when he had not gone through stich with the Lords work in slaying the Amalekites, what adoe had Samuel to convince him? He tells a lye, lays the blame on the people, propounds the good end and affection he had; So here: | Saul when he had not gone through stich with the lords work in slaying the Amalekites, what ado had Samuel to convince him? He tells a lie, lays the blame on the people, propounds the good end and affection he had; So Here: | np1 c-crq pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp vvg dt n2, r-crq n1 vhd np1 pc-acp vvi pno31? pns31 vvz dt n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz dt j n1 cc n1 pns31 vhd; av av: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5384 | Thus it is with many, as Viz. | Thus it is with many, as Viz. | av pn31 vbz p-acp d, c-acp av | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 885 | Page 158 |
5385 | 1. Those that live in a secret neglect of means, and yet hope to come to their end, because of their desires; | 1. Those that live in a secret neglect of means, and yet hope to come to their end, Because of their Desires; | crd d cst vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, cc av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pp-f po32 n2; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5386 | we shall finde the S••ipture gives us two sorts of desires. 1. Of the righteous. 2. Of the sluggard, 1. The desires of the righteous, Prov. 10. 24. shall be granted, being breathings of Gods eternal Spirit, not a sigh or groan unanswered. 2. Of the sluggard, Prov. 21. 15. The desire of the slothful kills him, | we shall find the S••ipture gives us two sorts of Desires. 1. Of the righteous. 2. Of the sluggard, 1. The Desires of the righteous, Curae 10. 24. shall be granted, being breathings of God's Eternal Spirit, not a sighs or groan unanswered. 2. Of the sluggard, Curae 21. 15. The desire of the slothful kills him, | pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 vvz pno12 crd n2 pp-f n2. crd pp-f dt j. crd pp-f dt n1, crd dt n2 pp-f dt j, np1 crd crd vmb vbi vvn, vbg n2-vvg pp-f ng1 j n1, xx dt n1 cc vvi j. crd pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt j vvz pno31, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5387 | for his hands refuse to labour; | for his hands refuse to labour; | c-acp po31 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5388 | the desires of the righteous are ever spurs to quicken them up in the use of means mightily, the desires of the sluggard bridle him up, they binde his hands, | the Desires of the righteous Are ever spurs to quicken them up in the use of means mightily, the Desires of the sluggard bridle him up, they bind his hands, | dt n2 pp-f dt j vbr av n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av-j, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno31 a-acp, pns32 vvb po31 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5389 | and fetter his feet that he cannot but neglect means: | and fetter his feet that he cannot but neglect means: | cc vvi po31 n2 cst pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi n2: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5390 | Some desires there be that arise from the need of a good, and here will not only be desires, | some Desires there be that arise from the need of a good, and Here will not only be Desires, | d n2 pc-acp vbi cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc av vmb xx av-j vbi n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5391 | but all means used, as in point of famine; | but all means used, as in point of famine; | cc-acp d n2 vvn, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5392 | some only from want of a good, and here a man usually contents himself with bare desires, never hath a heart to use the means mightily for that end. | Some only from want of a good, and Here a man usually contents himself with bore Desires, never hath a heart to use the means mightily for that end. | d av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt j, cc av dt n1 av-j vvz px31 p-acp j n2, av-x vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 av-j p-acp d n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5393 | Many a one is convinced his state is miserable, and fears it, and Balaam - like, sees the blessedness of the people of God, | Many a one is convinced his state is miserable, and fears it, and balaam - like, sees the blessedness of the people of God, | av-d dt pi vbz vvn po31 n1 vbz j, cc vvz pn31, cc np1 - zz, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5394 | and knows he wants pardon, and life, and peace, and promises, and Christ, and desires it; | and knows he Wants pardon, and life, and peace, and promises, and christ, and Desires it; | cc vvz pns31 vvz n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n2, cc np1, cc vvz pn31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5395 | oh that I might die their death, oh that I might live and drink that water, that I might thirst no more, oh that my sins were pardoned, oh that my heart was humbled. | o that I might die their death, o that I might live and drink that water, that I might thirst no more, o that my Sins were pardoned, o that my heart was humbled. | uh cst pns11 vmd vvi po32 n1, uh cst pns11 vmd vvi cc vvi d n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi av-dx av-dc, uh cst po11 n2 vbdr vvn, uh cst po11 n1 vbds vvn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5396 | But what if the Lord grant them no peace nor pardon? Do they make earnest enquiry after the Lord Christ ▪ with restless pursuits and groans because they need it, is it worth that? Oh no, | But what if the Lord grant them no peace nor pardon? Do they make earnest enquiry After the Lord christ ▪ with restless pursuits and groans Because they need it, is it worth that? O no, | p-acp q-crq cs dt n1 vvb pno32 dx n1 ccx n1? vdb pns32 vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 ▪ p-acp j n2 cc n2 c-acp pns32 vvb pn31, vbz pn31 j d? uh uh-dx, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5397 | but yet they hope God will be so merciful as to accept their desires, and so they rest, | but yet they hope God will be so merciful as to accept their Desires, and so they rest, | cc-acp av pns32 vvb np1 vmb vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc av pns32 vvb, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5398 | and live and die in that rest, oh poor creatures your desires kill you; | and live and die in that rest, o poor creatures your Desires kill you; | cc vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1, uh j n2 po22 n2 vvb pn22; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5399 | as a man is undone with slothful servants that cannot earn their own, much less get their masters bread. | as a man is undone with slothful Servants that cannot earn their own, much less get their Masters bred. | c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2 cst vmbx vvi po32 d, av-d av-dc vvi po32 ng1 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5400 | And many in Hell, say I had thought my desires would have carried me to glory, | And many in Hell, say I had Thought my Desires would have carried me to glory, | cc d p-acp n1, vvb pns11 vhd vvn po11 n2 vmd vhi vvn pno11 p-acp n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5401 | but now I see they have been slothful, and here I must perish and famish for ever; | but now I see they have been slothful, and Here I must perish and famish for ever; | cc-acp av pns11 vvb pns32 vhb vbn j, cc av pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp av; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5402 | had I known of this, I would rather have wept out my eyes, and filled the world with my sorrowful complaints, my meditations of the Lord should have been at midnight; | had I known of this, I would rather have wept out my eyes, and filled the world with my sorrowful complaints, my meditations of the Lord should have been At midnight; | vhd pns11 vvn pp-f d, pns11 vmd av-c vhi vvn av po11 n2, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp po11 j n2, po11 n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vhi vbn p-acp n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5403 | I would have deceived my eyes of sleep at night, and deprived my self of bread at day, | I would have deceived my eyes of sleep At night, and deprived my self of bred At day, | pns11 vmd vhi vvn po11 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc vvd po11 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5404 | and lost my limbs, had I but known that by contenting my self with these desires, I should have lost my life. | and lost my limbs, had I but known that by contenting my self with these Desires, I should have lost my life. | cc vvd po11 n2, vhd pns11 p-acp vvn d p-acp vvg po11 n1 p-acp d n2, pns11 vmd vhi vvn po11 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 158 |
5405 | Here many Christians are falsly bottomed, they are troubled about their estate, come to some or other and professe their desires are after Christ and grace, &c. And then comforted (as in sinking fits a man snatcheth at any Flag or Twig) with them desires, | Here many Christians Are falsely bottomed, they Are troubled about their estate, come to Some or other and profess their Desires Are After christ and grace, etc. And then comforted (as in sinking fits a man snatches At any Flag or Twig) with them Desires, | av d np1 vbr av-j j, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1, vvb p-acp d cc n-jn cc vvi po32 n2 vbr p-acp np1 cc n1, av cc av vvd (c-acp p-acp vvg vvz dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 cc n1) p-acp pno32 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 159 |
5406 | before they have followed the Lord in the use of all means to get the thing they desire. | before they have followed the Lord in the use of all means to get the thing they desire. | c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns32 vvb. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 159 |
5407 | And here is the first beginning of the Lords forsaking of them, and theirs of the Lord, | And Here is the First beginning of the lords forsaking of them, and theirs of the Lord, | cc av vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg pp-f pno32, cc png32 pp-f dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 159 |
5408 | and he is left alone only with his desires, that if any duty be neglected, desires comfo•t him; if grace resisted, desire; quiet him; | and he is left alone only with his Desires, that if any duty be neglected, Desires comfo•t him; if grace resisted, desire; quiet him; | cc pns31 vbz vvn av-j av-j p-acp po31 n2, cst cs d n1 vbi vvn, n2 vvb pno31; cs n1 vvd, n1; j-jn pno31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 159 |
5409 | if sin keeping him captive, desires fill him; | if since keeping him captive, Desires fill him; | cs n1 vvg pno31 j-jn, n2 vvb pno31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 159 |
5410 | Luke 13. 24. And so like a Bird that lies in the nest, but its wings never grow, there it perisheth. | Lycia 13. 24. And so like a Bird that lies in the nest, but its wings never grow, there it Perishes. | av crd crd cc av av-j dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp po31 n2 av-x vvb, a-acp pn31 vvz. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 159 |
5411 | I know Saints may comfort themselves with desires before the things be given, because promised, | I know Saints may Comfort themselves with Desires before the things be given, Because promised, | pns11 vvb n2 vmb vvi px32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 vbb vvn, c-acp vvn, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 159 |
5412 | but you shall see an endless reach in them in the use of all means, Phil. 3. 13. Others think their neglect of means to be but an infirmity, | but you shall see an endless reach in them in the use of all means, Philip 3. 13. Others think their neglect of means to be but an infirmity, | cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, np1 crd crd ng2-jn vvb po32 n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 159 |
5413 | & that their desires will serve, & hence abuse that Scripture, Rom. 7. 2. They that neglect the means and yet hope to come to their end, because of worldly clogs and incumbrances here; | & that their Desires will serve, & hence abuse that Scripture, Rom. 7. 2. They that neglect the means and yet hope to come to their end, Because of worldly clogs and encumbrances Here; | cc cst po32 n2 vmb vvi, cc av vvb d n1, np1 crd crd pns32 cst vvb dt n2 cc av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pp-f j n2 cc n2 av; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 886 | Page 159 |
5414 | for this is the very spirit of many a man. | for this is the very Spirit of many a man. | p-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5415 | If God keeps the house from being burn•, and family from being sick, it may be family prayer is neglected, | If God keeps the house from being burn•, and family from being sick, it may be family prayer is neglected, | cs np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp vbg n1, cc n1 p-acp vbg j, pn31 vmb vbi n1 n1 vbz vvn, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5416 | if not that, yet secret is omitted; if not that, yet meditation; | if not that, yet secret is omitted; if not that, yet meditation; | cs xx d, av j-jn vbz vvn; cs xx d, av n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5417 | a man can get no head nor heart, nor time for it, if any good is got, its lost again; | a man can get no head nor heart, nor time for it, if any good is god, its lost again; | dt n1 vmb vvi dx n1 ccx n1, ccx n1 p-acp pn31, cs d j vbz vvn, pn31|vbz vvn av; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5418 | Sabbaths spent, and no good gained; | Sabbaths spent, and no good gained; | n2 vvn, cc dx j vvn; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5419 | a man knows his soul lies waste and common without any fence or watch, and that he would not let his fields lie as he doth his heart, overgrown with cares and lusts and vain thoughts. | a man knows his soul lies waste and Common without any fence or watch, and that he would not let his fields lie as he does his heart, overgrown with Cares and Lustiest and vain thoughts. | dt n1 vvz po31 n1 vvz n1 cc j p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc cst pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n2 vvi c-acp pns31 vdz po31 n1, vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 cc j n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5420 | Now many a man though he doth dislike this, yet lives in this. | Now many a man though he does dislike this, yet lives in this. | av d dt n1 cs pns31 vdz vvi d, av vvz p-acp d. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5421 | Why? Is this your home, are these things your portion? No, but yet thinks he may with a safe Conscience continue thus, and God forgive him too; | Why? Is this your home, Are these things your portion? No, but yet thinks he may with a safe Conscience continue thus, and God forgive him too; | q-crq? vbz d po22 n1-an, vbr d n2 po22 n1? uh-dx, cc-acp av vvz pns31 vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvi av, cc np1 vvb pno31 av; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5422 | why the family is great, children encrease upon me, (and they are so busie and long a dressing on the Lords day, that Sermon is out before they come) and we are not called to book it all day as Ministers can, | why the family is great, children increase upon me, (and they Are so busy and long a dressing on the lords day, that Sermon is out before they come) and we Are not called to book it all day as Ministers can, | q-crq dt n1 vbz j, n2 vvb p-acp pno11, (cc pns32 vbr av j cc av-j dt n-vvg p-acp dt n2 n1, cst n1 vbz av c-acp pns32 vvb) cc pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1 pn31 d n1 c-acp n2 vmb, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5423 | and worldly employments are so many, and the best are entangled here; | and worldly employments Are so many, and the best Are entangled Here; | cc j n2 vbr av d, cc dt js vbr vvn av; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5424 | and they think this is an excuse, Luke 14. 18, 19. Nay many a one convinced of this, | and they think this is an excuse, Lycia 14. 18, 19. Nay many a one convinced of this, | cc pns32 vvb d vbz dt n1, av crd crd, crd uh-x d dt pi vvn pp-f d, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5425 | yet lives in this against the light of conviction, hoping that one day the stream of worldly occasions will be run by. | yet lives in this against the Light of conviction, hoping that one day the stream of worldly occasions will be run by. | av vvz p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg cst pi n1 dt n1 pp-f j n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5426 | I confesse, as the Lord hath given us his Ordinances to seek him in, so he hath appointed our callings to walk with him in: | I confess, as the Lord hath given us his Ordinances to seek him in, so he hath appointed our callings to walk with him in: | pns11 vvb, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp, av pns31 vhz vvn po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5427 | Adam in Paradise must not be idle, but look to the garden; | Adam in Paradise must not be idle, but look to the garden; | np1 p-acp n1 vmb xx vbi j, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5428 | and in this land those that will be good husbands for God (least they discredit their profession by bringing themselves to a piece of bread) must be good husbands for themselves: | and in this land those that will be good Husbands for God (lest they discredit their profession by bringing themselves to a piece of bred) must be good Husbands for themselves: | cc p-acp d n1 d cst vmb vbi j n2 p-acp np1 (cs pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp vvg px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) vmb vbi j n2 p-acp px32: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5429 | But here is that which stings, when to worldly emploiments, men are servants, not Lords of them, | But Here is that which stings, when to worldly employments, men Are Servants, not lords of them, | cc-acp av vbz d r-crq vvz, c-crq p-acp j n2, n2 vbr n2, xx n2 pp-f pno32, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5430 | when men do not make their occasions •ow down to them, and serve them, that they may serve and seek a God, | when men do not make their occasions •ow down to them, and serve them, that they may serve and seek a God, | c-crq n2 vdb xx vvi po32 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5431 | but they bow down their knees, nay, basely their backs, under the feet of any mean imployment, | but they bow down their knees, nay, basely their backs, under the feet of any mean employment, | cc-acp pns32 vvb a-acp po32 n2, uh-x, av-j po32 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5432 | and that must be followed with neglect of God. | and that must be followed with neglect of God. | cc cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5433 | Do not say who is not entangled here? I tell you if Christ• prayer can prevail some are not, Iohn 17. 15. I pray not that thou wouldest take them out of the world, | Do not say who is not entangled Here? I tell you if Christ• prayer can prevail Some Are not, John 17. 15. I pray not that thou Wouldst take them out of the world, | vdb xx vvi r-crq vbz xx vvn av? pns11 vvb pn22 cs np1 n1 vmb vvi d vbr xx, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb xx cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5434 | but keep them from the evil: If blood can prevail it doth, Gal. 1. 4. Oh look to this! | but keep them from the evil: If blood can prevail it does, Gal. 1. 4. O look to this! | cc-acp vvb pno32 p-acp dt n-jn: cs n1 vmb vvi pn31 vdz, np1 crd crd uh vvb p-acp d! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5435 | it may be some of you do not only neglect the Lord in means, but when the Lord comes to you in means and quic•ens your hearts and kindles many resolutions in you; | it may be Some of you do not only neglect the Lord in means, but when the Lord comes to you in means and quic•ens your hearts and kindles many resolutions in you; | pn31 vmb vbi d pp-f pn22 vdb xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp n2 cc vvz po22 n2 cc vvz d n2 p-acp pn22; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5436 | you neglect the Lord, all dyes again, oh it is the world! know your estates by this. | you neglect the Lord, all dies again, o it is the world! know your estates by this. | pn22 vvb dt n1, d vvz av, uh pn31 vbz dt n1! vvb po22 n2 p-acp d. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 887 | Page 159 |
5437 | 3. Those that depart from God in the neglect of means, because they finde no good, | 3. Those that depart from God in the neglect of means, Because they find no good, | crd d cst vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns32 vvb dx j, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 159 |
5438 | and do not feel themselves a whit the better for them; they neglect this trade, because they finde it a gainless trade: | and do not feel themselves a whit the better for them; they neglect this trade, Because they find it a gainless trade: | cc vdb xx vvi px32 dt n1 dt jc p-acp pno32; pns32 vvb d n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 dt j n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 159 |
5439 | For thus God executes his eternall rejection upon many a soul: | For thus God executes his Eternal rejection upon many a soul: | c-acp av np1 vvz po31 j n1 p-acp d dt n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 159 |
5440 | As it was with Saul, it was one of the last Vials God powred out upon him, 1 Sam. 28. 5, 6, 15. saith he, I am sore distressed, and the Lord answers me not by •rim nor by Thummin, | As it was with Saul, it was one of the last Vials God poured out upon him, 1 Sam. 28. 5, 6, 15. Says he, I am soar distressed, and the Lord answers me not by •rim nor by Thummim, | c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pn31 vbds pi pp-f dt ord n2 np1 vvd av p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvz pns31, pns11 vbm av-j vvn, cc dt n1 vvz pno11 xx p-acp n1 ccx p-acp np1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 159 |
5441 | and therefore am I come to thee; let a Devil comfort me if God will not: | and Therefore am I come to thee; let a devil Comfort me if God will not: | cc av vbm pns11 vvn p-acp pno21; vvb dt n1 vvb pno11 cs np1 vmb xx: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 159 |
5442 | So many a soul having committed some sin that lies glowing on the Conscience, is sore troubled, | So many a soul having committed Some since that lies glowing on the Conscience, is soar troubled, | av d dt n1 vhg vvn d n1 cst vvz vvg p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j vvn, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 159 |
5443 | and first it goes to the Lord, and the Lord answers not, there is silence in heaven, | and First it Goes to the Lord, and the Lord answers not, there is silence in heaven, | cc ord pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz xx, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 159 |
5444 | and in all means, but the noise of fears within; | and in all means, but the noise of fears within; | cc p-acp d n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5445 | now at last the soul doth not forsake the Lord for Satan plainly, but what means can comfort them that they seek for, | now At last the soul does not forsake the Lord for Satan plainly, but what means can Comfort them that they seek for, | av p-acp ord dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 av-j, cc-acp q-crq n2 vmb vvi pno32 cst pns32 vvb p-acp, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5446 | and in time a man is weary of waiting at Gods gate•, and hence a form of duties, | and in time a man is weary of waiting At God's gate•, and hence a from of duties, | cc p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz j pp-f vvg p-acp ng1 n1, cc av dt n1 pp-f n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5447 | and prayers, and custome of devotion is kept to quiet the conscience; but they are not restless for the gain of them, for the Lord in them: | and Prayers, and custom of devotion is kept to quiet the conscience; but they Are not restless for the gain of them, for the Lord in them: | cc n2, cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn dt n1; cc-acp pns32 vbr xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5448 | they think 'tis in vain, to no profit, as those in Mal. 3. 14. to walk mournfully. | they think it's in vain, to no profit, as those in Malachi 3. 14. to walk mournfully. | pns32 vvb pn31|vbz p-acp j, p-acp dx n1, c-acp d p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp vvi av-j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5449 | Ionah was cast out of Gods sight, yet through the belly of a W•ale he would look toward the Temple. | Jonah was cast out of God's sighed, yet through the belly of a W•ale he would look towards the Temple. | np1 vbds vvn av pp-f npg1 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5450 | So 'tis with the people of God, though they sometimes conclude thus, and think not to seek any more, | So it's with the people of God, though they sometime conclude thus, and think not to seek any more, | av pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns32 av vvi av, cc vvb xx pc-acp vvi d dc, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5451 | yet their hearts have tasted the good, and their faith beleeves there is that hid in the Lord in his Temple ▪ that it never saw yet, hence they look still. | yet their hearts have tasted the good, and their faith believes there is that hid in the Lord in his Temple ▪ that it never saw yet, hence they look still. | av po32 n2 vhb vvn dt j, cc po32 n1 vvz a-acp vbz d vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 ▪ cst pn31 av-x vvd av, av pns32 vvb av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5452 | What made the man Mat. 25. hide his talent in the earth? I thought thou wast an hard Master, | What made the man Mathew 25. hide his talon in the earth? I Thought thou wast an hard Master, | q-crq vvd dt n1 np1 crd n1 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1? pns11 vvd pns21 vbd2s dt j n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5453 | and lookedst for so much gain, and I could not get it, and hence he hid his Talent. | and lookedest for so much gain, and I could not get it, and hence he hid his Talon. | cc vvd2 p-acp av av-d vvi, cc pns11 vmd xx vvi pn31, cc av pns31 vvd po31 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5454 | Hence men keep the means, without use of the means, and some that have for a time been used to do so, keep it as their custome without making any such work of it, | Hence men keep the means, without use of the means, and Some that have for a time been used to do so, keep it as their custom without making any such work of it, | av n2 vvb dt n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2, cc d cst vhb p-acp dt n1 vbn vvn pc-acp vdi av, vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp vvg d d n1 pp-f pn31, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5455 | as to gain the end of the means. 4. Those that do neglect the Lord in means by an effectual pursuit of them, | as to gain the end of the means. 4. Those that do neglect the Lord in means by an effectual pursuit of them, | c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2. crd d cst vdb vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 888 | Page 160 |
5456 | because of some sips and taste of some good in them; | Because of Some sips and taste of Some good in them; | c-acp pp-f d n2 cc n1 pp-f d j p-acp pno32; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5457 | and so me thinks 'tis in this case as 'tis in some Countries where if a man comes to their house in the afternoon, | and so me thinks it's in this case as it's in Some Countries where if a man comes to their house in the afternoon, | cc av pno11 vvz pn31|vbz p-acp d n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n2 c-crq cs dt n1 vvz p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5458 | and both have a minde to part, yet loth to part without shewing some kindness, | and both have a mind to part, yet loath to part without showing Some kindness, | cc d vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, av j pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg d n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5459 | and the other without tasting of it, they lay their voiding napkin, and finding that refreshing there, they are content to lose their, supper. | and the other without tasting of it, they lay their voiding napkin, and finding that refreshing there, they Are content to loose their, supper. | cc dt n-jn p-acp vvg pp-f pn31, pns32 vvd po32 j-vvg n1, cc vvg d vvg a-acp, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi po32, n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5460 | So 'tis here, a man comes weary to the Lords House, to his Ordinances, the Lord will not let him go without some expression of kindness, | So it's Here, a man comes weary to the lords House, to his Ordinances, the Lord will not let him go without Some expression of kindness, | av pn31|vbz av, dt n1 vvz j p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno31 vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5461 | nor they depart willingly from the Lord without it, and hence the Lord gives them light out of darkness, joy out of sorrow, peace out of trouble, a taste of his sweetness, | nor they depart willingly from the Lord without it, and hence the Lord gives them Light out of darkness, joy out of sorrow, peace out of trouble, a taste of his sweetness, | ccx pns32 vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc av dt n1 vvz pno32 vvi av pp-f n1, vvb av pp-f n1, n1 av pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5462 | after tasts of sins bitterness, and then they take their leave; | After tastes of Sins bitterness, and then they take their leave; | c-acp vvz pp-f n2 n1, cc av pns32 vvb po32 n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5463 | as they Hebr. 6. 2, 3, 4, 5. And here the Lord leaves many a poor creature, Deut. 29. 2, 3, 4. they did see something, | as they Hebrew 6. 2, 3, 4, 5. And Here the Lord leaves many a poor creature, Deuteronomy 29. 2, 3, 4. they did see something, | c-acp pns32 np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd cc av dt n1 vvz d dt j n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns32 vdd vvi pi, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5464 | and tast something, and there they rested; | and taste something, and there they rested; | cc vvi pi, cc a-acp pns32 vvd; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5465 | Oh but the Lord gave them not eyes to see, &c. For no Hypocrite living is fully emptied of his lusts, | O but the Lord gave them not eyes to see, etc. For no Hypocrite living is Fully emptied of his Lustiest, | uh p-acp dt n1 vvd pno32 xx n2 pc-acp vvi, av p-acp dx n1 vvg vbz av-j vvn pp-f po31 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5466 | but hath somewhat to fill him; | but hath somewhat to fill him; | cc-acp vhz av pc-acp vvi pno31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5467 | but some emptiness he may have, hence may have some desires after the Lord, and hence it is not the fulness of God onely that satisfie• him, | but Some emptiness he may have, hence may have Some Desires After the Lord, and hence it is not the fullness of God only that satisfie• him, | cc-acp d n1 pns31 vmb vhi, av vmb vhi d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc av pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j cst n1 pno31, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5468 | but some tasts of Gods kindness, and small thing• do and must fill him; | but Some tastes of God's kindness, and small thing• do and must fill him; | cc-acp d vvz pp-f npg1 n1, cc j n1 vdb cc vmb vvi pno31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5469 | his lusts fill him in part, and something of God is wanting, and that some little matter doth make up. | his Lustiest fill him in part, and something of God is wanting, and that Some little matter does make up. | po31 n2 vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc pi pp-f np1 vbz vvg, cc cst d j n1 vdz vvi a-acp. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5470 | Hence when this is done, means is neglected fearfully, a mans heart is hardned and ignorant, a little light and sorrow stays him, | Hence when this is done, means is neglected fearfully, a men heart is hardened and ignorant, a little Light and sorrow stays him, | av c-crq d vbz vdn, n2 vbz vvn av-j, dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn cc j, dt j n1 cc n1 vvz pno31, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5471 | as the stony ground though there be a stone at bottom; | as the stony ground though there be a stone At bottom; | c-acp dt j n1 cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5472 | a man is full of doubts, and a little hope which frees him from fears quiets him, hence he never conquers unbelief: | a man is full of doubts, and a little hope which frees him from fears quiets him, hence he never conquers unbelief: | dt n1 vbz j pp-f n2, cc dt j n1 r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp n2 vvz pno31, av pns31 av-x vvz n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5473 | A man hath lived a loose course, a little resolution of heart stays him, though the heart will depart again, | A man hath lived a lose course, a little resolution of heart stays him, though the heart will depart again, | dt n1 vhz vvn dt j n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno31, cs dt n1 vmb vvi av, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5474 | as those Deut. 5. 27, 29. the Lord hath but little of their hearts, and the Lord shews them but little of his: | as those Deuteronomy 5. 27, 29. the Lord hath but little of their hearts, and the Lord shows them but little of his: | c-acp d np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vhz p-acp j pp-f po32 n2, cc dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp j pp-f po31: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5475 | And hence this is usual to see a false heart most diligent in seeking the Lord when he hath been worst, | And hence this is usual to see a false heart most diligent in seeking the Lord when he hath been worst, | cc av d vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 av-ds j p-acp vvg dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vbn js, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5476 | and most careless when 'tis best. | and most careless when it's best. | cc av-ds j c-crq pn31|vbz js. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5477 | Hence many at first conversion sought the Lord earnestly, afterward affections and ende•vours die, that now they are as good as the Word can make the•: | Hence many At First conversion sought the Lord earnestly, afterwards affections and ende•vours die, that now they Are as good as the Word can make the•: | av d p-acp ord n1 vvd dt n1 av-j, av n2 cc n2 vvb, cst av pns32 vbr a-acp j c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5478 | Hence the Lord when in mercy he deals with men, keeps them long fasting till the time of extremity comes, | Hence the Lord when in mercy he deals with men, keeps them long fasting till the time of extremity comes, | av dt n1 c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vvz p-acp n2, vvz pno32 av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5479 | and then he pours waters on the thirsty. | and then he pours waters on the thirsty. | cc av pns31 vvz n2 p-acp dt j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5480 | Hence better for those never to have known, 2 Pet. 2. 21. and an hypocrites last end is to satisfie himself, hence he hath enough; | Hence better for those never to have known, 2 Pet. 2. 21. and an Hypocrites last end is to satisfy himself, hence he hath enough; | av j p-acp d av-x pc-acp vhi vvn, crd np1 crd crd cc dt n2 ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi px31, av pns31 vhz d; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5481 | a Saints is to satisfie Christ, hence he never hath enough. | a Saints is to satisfy christ, hence he never hath enough. | dt n2 vbz pc-acp vvi np1, av pns31 av-x vhz av-d. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 889 | Page 160 |
5482 | 5. Those that do neglect the Lord under this colour of receiving Christ, they can do nothing themselves, and Christ must do all; | 5. Those that do neglect the Lord under this colour of receiving christ, they can do nothing themselves, and christ must do all; | crd d cst vdb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg np1, pns32 vmb vdi pix px32, cc np1 vmb vdi d; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 160 |
5483 | and hence neglect the Lord secretly, and sometimes quarrel with the Ministry privately, when pressed to a duty or to beleeve. | and hence neglect the Lord secretly, and sometime quarrel with the Ministry privately, when pressed to a duty or to believe. | cc av vvb dt n1 av-jn, cc av vvi p-acp dt n1 av-j, c-crq vvn p-acp dt n1 cc pc-acp vvi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 160 |
5484 | Alas what can a man do, when all the Ministers in the world have preached their hearts out, at last they must bring us to Christ; | Alas what can a man do, when all the Ministers in the world have preached their hearts out, At last they must bring us to christ; | uh q-crq vmb dt n1 vdb, c-crq d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vhb vvn po32 n2 av, p-acp ord pns32 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp np1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5485 | what else should the Apostle mean, Rom. 4. 5. Not to him that worketh, but beleeveth is faith accounted for righteousness. | what Else should the Apostle mean, Rom. 4. 5. Not to him that works, but Believeth is faith accounted for righteousness. | r-crq av vmd dt n1 vvb, np1 crd crd xx p-acp pno31 cst vvz, cc-acp vvz p-acp|dt n1 vvn p-acp n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5486 | I must not live, I must let Christ live, &c. And hence say they the cause of perishing is not mens wills, | I must not live, I must let christ live, etc. And hence say they the cause of perishing is not men's wills, | pns11 vmb xx vvi, pns11 vmb vvi np1 vvi, av cc av vvb pns32 dt n1 pp-f vvg vbz xx ng2 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5487 | but Gods, he elects not, he gives no heart; | but God's, he elects not, he gives no heart; | cc-acp n2, pns31 vvz xx, pns31 vvz dx n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5488 | such hypocrites the Lord prophesies of, Mat. 7. 21. Many that say to me Lord, Lord, i. | such Hypocrites the Lord prophecies of, Mathew 7. 21. Many that say to me Lord, Lord, i. | d n2 dt n1 n2 pp-f, np1 crd crd d cst vvb p-acp pno11 n1, n1, sy. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5489 | that advance the Lord Jesus, and live in neglect of all duties, and bring the Lord of glory not from his Throne in Heaven to Hell, | that advance the Lord jesus, and live in neglect of all duties, and bring the Lord of glory not from his Throne in Heaven to Hell, | cst vvb dt n1 np1, cc vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 xx p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5490 | but which is worse, debase him from his glory to sin; to be the cover of sin, and protector of it. | but which is Worse, debase him from his glory to since; to be the cover of since, and protector of it. | cc-acp r-crq vbz av-jc, vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1; pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5491 | Beloved, I know no surer sign of a vessel that God intends to break in peeces then this, to live in this neglect, 2 Tim. 2. 20. Nay 'tis an evidence there is no hope, no living hope, 1 Iohn 3. 3. He that hath this hope, purgeth himself as Christ is pure. | beloved, I know no Surer Signen of a vessel that God intends to break in Pieces then this, to live in this neglect, 2 Tim. 2. 20. Nay it's an evidence there is no hope, no living hope, 1 John 3. 3. He that hath this hope, Purgeth himself as christ is pure. | j-vvn, pns11 vvb dx jc n1 pp-f dt n1 cst np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 av d, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd uh-x pn31|vbz dt n1 a-acp vbz dx n1, dx j-vvg n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz d n1, vvz px31 p-acp np1 vbz j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5492 | Many it seems boasted of hope in Christ, so do Saints, but he gives this Note, He purgeth himself, he will not sluggishly put all on Christ. | Many it seems boasted of hope in christ, so do Saints, but he gives this Note, He Purgeth himself, he will not sluggishly put all on christ. | d pn31 vvz vvn pp-f n1 p-acp np1, av vdb n2, cc-acp pns31 vvz d n1, pns31 vvz px31, pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi d p-acp np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5493 | Tis true, 'tis the mighty working of Christ that must conquer thy lusts, but must this put you to neglect striving, Col. 1. 29. I strive according to the working. | This true, it's the mighty working of christ that must conquer thy Lustiest, but must this put you to neglect striving, Col. 1. 29. I strive according to the working. | pn31|vbz j, pn31|vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 cst vmb vvi po21 n2, cc-acp vmb d vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi vvg, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb vvg p-acp dt n-vvg. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5494 | And for mine own part, though Ile not dispute the point at large, I beleeve, there is a constant assistance of the mighty power of the Lord Jesus in the souls of all the Saints, 1 Pet. 1. 5. And hence 1 Iohn 4. Greater is he that is in you, then in the world. | And for mine own part, though I'll not dispute the point At large, I believe, there is a constant assistance of the mighty power of the Lord jesus in the Souls of all the Saints, 1 Pet. 1. 5. And hence 1 John 4. Greater is he that is in you, then in the world. | cc p-acp po11 d n1, cs pns11|vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp j, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n2, crd np1 crd crd cc av crd np1 crd jc vbz pns31 cst vbz p-acp pn22, av p-acp dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5495 | The Saints as they receive the Lord Jesus to rule them, that he alone may be Lord and King not only in heaven, but in their he•rts: | The Saints as they receive the Lord jesus to Rule them, that he alone may be Lord and King not only in heaven, but in their he•rts: | dt n2 c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pns31 av-j vmb vbi n1 cc n1 xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5496 | So a false hear• receives Christ lastly for to ease him: Sometime for to ease him of the burden of Conscience; | So a false hear• receives christ lastly for to ease him: Sometime for to ease him of the burden of Conscience; | av dt j n1 vvz np1 ord p-acp pc-acp vvi pno31: av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5497 | sometime to ease him of the Lords work, the burthen of his will; | sometime to ease him of the lords work, the burden of his will; | av pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f dt n2 vvb, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5498 | and hence some at last have complained, though hardly convinced of it, that they could be contented the Lord should act them; | and hence Some At last have complained, though hardly convinced of it, that they could be contented the Lord should act them; | cc av d p-acp ord vhb vvn, cs av vvd pp-f pn31, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn dt n1 vmd vvi pno32; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5499 | but their end was, that hereby they might be rid of their burden, and so eased by him. | but their end was, that hereby they might be rid of their burden, and so eased by him. | cc-acp po32 n1 vbds, cst av pns32 vmd vbi vvn pp-f po32 n1, cc av vvn p-acp pno31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5500 | I have heard a Question should be askt, What is the difference between the workings of Gods Spirit and the Saints? And that the Answer was, 1. The one is by graces, the other immediatly. 2. The Spirits is, when a man labours least: | I have herd a Question should be asked, What is the difference between the workings of God's Spirit and the Saints? And that the Answer was, 1. The one is by graces, the other immediately. 2. The Spirits is, when a man labours least: | pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 cc dt n2? cc cst dt n1 vbds, crd dt pi vbz p-acp n2, dt n-jn av-j. crd dt n2 vbz, c-crq dt n1 vvz ds: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5501 | quite cross to the stream of truth: | quite cross to the stream of truth: | av n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5502 | Take heed how you understand these points aright, the depth of the most hellish villany in the world lies un•er them. | Take heed how you understand these points aright, the depth of the most hellish villainy in the world lies un•er them. | vvb n1 c-crq pn22 vvb d n2 av, dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz av-jc pno32. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5503 | Wo to thee that canst paint such a Christ in thy head, and receive such a Christ into thy heart as must be a pander to your sloth; | Woe to thee that Canst paint such a christ in thy head, and receive such a christ into thy heart as must be a pander to your sloth; | n1 p-acp pno21 cst vm2 vvi d dt np1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvi d dt np1 p-acp po21 n1 c-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po22 n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5504 | the Lord will revenge this wrong done to his glory with greater sorrows then ever any felt: | the Lord will revenge this wrong done to his glory with greater sorrows then ever any felt: | dt n1 vmb vvi d n-jn vdn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp jc n2 cs av d vvn: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5505 | To make Christ not only meat and drink to feed, but cloaths to cover your sloth. | To make christ not only meat and drink to feed, but clothes to cover your sloth. | pc-acp vvi np1 xx av-j n1 cc vvi pc-acp vvi, cc-acp n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5506 | Why what can we doe? what can we doe? Why as the first Adam conveies not only guilt but power: | Why what can we do? what can we do? Why as the First Adam conveys not only guilt but power: | q-crq q-crq vmb pns12 vdi? q-crq vmb pns12 vdi? q-crq c-acp dt ord np1 vvz xx av-j n1 p-acp n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5507 | So the second conveys both righteousness and strength; as Christ is now triumphing by his eternal Spirit, and his life is heavenly; | So the second conveys both righteousness and strength; as christ is now triumphing by his Eternal Spirit, and his life is heavenly; | av dt ord vvz d n1 cc n1; c-acp np1 vbz av vvg p-acp po31 j n1, cc po31 n1 vbz j; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5508 | so if you be in Christ, there is a Spirit of Christ, whereby a never dying life is begot, that can and doth conquer; | so if you be in christ, there is a Spirit of christ, whereby a never dying life is begotten, that can and does conquer; | av cs pn22 vbb p-acp np1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 av-x j-vvg n1 vbz vvn, cst vmb cc vdz vvi; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5509 | though it be but a spark, Christ maintaining it, it shall come to victory. | though it be but a spark, christ maintaining it, it shall come to victory. | cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1, np1 vvg pn31, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5510 | You are forsaken of Christ if you want this, or else take heed this colour make you not forsake him. | You Are forsaken of christ if you want this, or Else take heed this colour make you not forsake him. | pn22 vbr vvn pp-f np1 cs pn22 vvb d, cc av vvb n1 d n1 vvi pn22 xx vvi pno31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 890 | Page 161 |
5511 | 6. Those that neglect the means, and yet look for the end in hope of future time, | 6. Those that neglect the means, and yet look for the end in hope of future time, | crd d cst vvb dt n2, cc av vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5512 | and so neglect the present season. Thus 'tis with many a one; the day of life and health, and day of Ordinances continues; | and so neglect the present season. Thus it's with many a one; the day of life and health, and day of Ordinances continues; | cc av vvb dt j n1. av pn31|vbz p-acp d dt pi; dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n2 vvz; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5533 | yet the soul cries the more; let agonies come, Christ prays the more; | yet the soul cries the more; let agonies come, christ prays the more; | av dt n1 vvz dt av-dc; vvb n2 vvi, np1 vvz dt av-dc; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5513 | and hence the sluggard cryes, Prov. 24. 33. Yet a little more slumber, i. Ile have but a little while longer, &c. Hence when Conscience checks, Ministers warn, the Lord wooes, the Spirit cries; | and hence the sluggard cries, Curae 24. 33. Yet a little more slumber, i. I'll have but a little while longer, etc. Hence when Conscience Checks, Ministers warn, the Lord Woes, the Spirit cries; | cc av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd av dt j dc n1, sy. pns11|vmb vhi p-acp dt j n1 av-jc, av av c-crq n1 vvz, n2 vvb, dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vvz; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5514 | a man puts off all with this, I hope it will be better: | a man puts off all with this, I hope it will be better: | dt n1 vvz a-acp d p-acp d, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi jc: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5515 | And hence it falls out with them as with those Matth. 24. The Lord comes in a time they look not for him; | And hence it falls out with them as with those Matthew 24. The Lord comes in a time they look not for him; | cc av pn31 vvz av p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp d np1 crd dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5516 | and of this many on their deathbeds have cryed out. | and of this many on their deathbeds have cried out. | cc pp-f d d p-acp po32 n2 vhb vvn av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5517 | Think of this you convicted persons that know its miserable with you, before God stop your breath; | Think of this you convicted Persons that know its miserable with you, before God stop your breath; | vvb pp-f d pn22 vvn n2 cst vvb po31 j p-acp pn22, c-acp np1 vvb po22 n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5518 | you have nothing to plead for your neglect, but hope of time. Know it, Gods present seasons are golden, one moment worth eternity; | you have nothing to plead for your neglect, but hope of time. Know it, God's present seasons Are golden, one moment worth eternity; | pn22 vhb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1, cc-acp vvb pp-f n1. vvb pn31, ng1 j n2 vbr j, crd n1 j n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5519 | and now is the time, if you neglect his season, he will not regard yours. God is never found in your time, but in his time. | and now is the time, if you neglect his season, he will not regard yours. God is never found in your time, but in his time. | cc av vbz dt n1, cs pn22 vvb po31 n1, pns31 vmb xx vvb png22. np1 vbz av-x vvn p-acp po22 n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5520 | Oh lay these things to heart! especially you that are grown weary of means, that faint in your way; | O lay these things to heart! especially you that Are grown weary of means, that faint in your Way; | uh vvb d n2 p-acp n1! av-j pn22 cst vbr vvn j pp-f n2, cst vvb p-acp po22 n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 161 |
5521 | God is not yet weary of continuing means, art thou weary of gaining by means? Oh consider this you that have had many hopes, desires purposes, | God is not yet weary of Continuing means, art thou weary of gaining by means? O Consider this you that have had many hope's, Desires Purposes, | np1 vbz xx av j pp-f vvg n2, vb2r pns21 j pp-f vvg p-acp n2? uh vvb d pn22 cst vhb vhn d n2, vvz n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 162 |
5522 | but all blasted, your time and means neglected: Think on this you that have had marvellous affections, but your spirits are gone; | but all blasted, your time and means neglected: Think on this you that have had marvellous affections, but your spirits Are gone; | cc-acp d vvn, po22 n1 cc n2 vvn: vvb p-acp d pn22 cst vhb vhn j n2, cc-acp po22 n2 vbr vvn; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 162 |
5523 | Nothing can make you mend your pace, not all Ministry and Word, but you are clog'd with means. | Nothing can make you mend your pace, not all Ministry and Word, but you Are clogged with means. | pix vmb vvi pn22 vvb po22 n1, xx d n1 cc n1, cc-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 162 |
5524 | Remember that Isai. 65. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. For my people that have sought me, &c. SECT. V. TO all those that do effectually seek the Lord in the use of means. And for discovery thereof, |
remember that Isaiah 65. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. For my people that have sought me, etc. SECT. V. TO all those that do effectually seek the Lord in the use of means. And for discovery thereof, Consider: | np1 cst np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp po11 n1 cst vhb vvn pno11, av n1. n1 p-acp d d cst vdb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. cc p-acp n1 av, vvb: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 891 | Page 162 |
5525 | 1. If ever the Lord gave you a hear• effectually to seek him in means, you will finde mighty opposition, temptations springing up one after another, &c. from within, from without, | 1. If ever the Lord gave you a hear• effectually to seek him in means, you will find mighty opposition, temptations springing up one After Another, etc. from within, from without, | crd cs av dt n1 vvd pn22 dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n2, pn22 vmb vvi j n1, n2 vvg p-acp pi p-acp n-jn, av p-acp a-acp, p-acp p-acp, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5526 | and the oppositions will make you seek him the more. | and the oppositions will make you seek him the more. | cc dt n2 vmb vvi pn22 vvb pno31 dt av-dc. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5527 | Hence Rom. 13. 11, 12. he bids us put off the works of darkness, and put on the armour of light. | Hence Rom. 13. 11, 12. he bids us put off the works of darkness, and put on the armour of Light. | av np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vvz pno12 vvn a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5528 | When man desires and lies in his sloth, he meets with little opposition or trouble of his own heart; | When man Desires and lies in his sloth, he meets with little opposition or trouble of his own heart; | c-crq n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5529 | but here 'tis otherwise, therefore put on armour. | but Here it's otherwise, Therefore put on armour. | cc-acp av pn31|vbz av, av vvn p-acp n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5530 | And I say the soul is made hereby to seek the Lord the more, as the blinde man, Mark 10. 48. Redeem the time, because the days are evill. | And I say the soul is made hereby to seek the Lord the more, as the blind man, Mark 10. 48. redeem the time, Because the days Are evil. | cc pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn av pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt av-dc, c-acp dt j n1, vvb crd crd vvb dt n1, c-acp dt n2 vbr j-jn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5531 | As 'tis with Mariners, they will not only use fair, but side, and almost contrary winds to come neer the shore they are bound for; | As it's with Mariners, they will not only use fair, but side, and almost contrary winds to come near the shore they Are bound for; | c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi j, cc-acp n1, cc av j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5532 | let the Lord give any grace, oh more of that mercy, as Moses, Deut. 3. 24. Let the Lord deny, | let the Lord give any grace, o more of that mercy, as Moses, Deuteronomy 3. 24. Let the Lord deny, | vvb dt n1 vvb d n1, uh n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp np1, np1 crd crd vvb dt n1 vvb, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5534 | let the will oppose, he will yeeld himself to the Lord to cross his own will, and deny himself; | let the will oppose, he will yield himself to the Lord to cross his own will, and deny himself; | vvb dt vmb vvi, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, cc vvi px31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5535 | pe•ce makes him love, and affliction makes him seek the Lord early. | pe•ce makes him love, and affliction makes him seek the Lord early. | n1 vvz pno31 n1, cc n1 vvz pno31 vvi dt n1 av-j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5536 | Hence because thou art troubled at the feeling of a slothful heart, that will make you seek for more help. | Hence Because thou art troubled At the feeling of a slothful heart, that will make you seek for more help. | av c-acp pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, cst vmb vvi pn22 vvb p-acp dc n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 893 | Page 162 |
5537 | 2. You will seek him with your whole heart, so that 'tis the Lord only that the heart is bound for, Psal. 119. 2. Phil. 3. 12. The feeling of the Lords power and eternal life, | 2. You will seek him with your Whole heart, so that it's the Lord only that the heart is bound for, Psalm 119. 2. Philip 3. 12. The feeling of the lords power and Eternal life, | crd pn22 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po22 j-jn n1, av cst pn31|vbz dt n1 av-j cst dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 n1 cc j n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 894 | Page 162 |
5538 | and that not only while means last, but when in want of, and banisht from means: | and that not only while means last, but when in want of, and banished from means: | cc cst xx av-j cs n2 ord, cc-acp c-crq p-acp n1 pp-f, cc vvn p-acp n2: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 894 | Page 162 |
5539 | As David forgets his Crown and Kingdom, and saith, Psal. 27. 4. One thing I have desired. | As David forgets his Crown and Kingdom, and Says, Psalm 27. 4. One thing I have desired. | c-acp np1 vvz po31 n1 cc n1, cc vvz, np1 crd crd crd n1 pns11 vhb vvn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 894 | Page 162 |
5540 | Hence Hezekiah had a promise of life, and going to Gods House when recovered, It was not life he minded so much as this, What is the sign that I shall go to the House of the Lord ? Hence Saints though they neglect sometimes, | Hence Hezekiah had a promise of life, and going to God's House when recovered, It was not life he minded so much as this, What is the Signen that I shall go to the House of the Lord? Hence Saints though they neglect sometime, | av np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg p-acp npg1 n1 c-crq vvn, pn31 vbds xx n1 pns31 vvd av av-d c-acp d, q-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? av n2 cs pns32 vvb av, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 894 | Page 162 |
5541 | yet as a Ship driven back by neglecting winds, or as a Tradesman he is altogether for his gain, | yet as a Ship driven back by neglecting winds, or as a Tradesman he is altogether for his gain, | av c-acp dt n1 vvn av p-acp vvg n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbz av p-acp po31 n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 894 | Page 162 |
5542 | yet proves an ill husband sometimes, but when he hath felt his losses he falls to his losses he falls to his trade again: | yet Proves an ill husband sometime, but when he hath felt his losses he falls to his losses he falls to his trade again: | av vvz dt j-jn n1 av, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhz vvn po31 n2 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 av: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 894 | Page 162 |
5543 | So here, like Merchants seeking pearls, &c. Matth. 13. 45. Let this comfort you, though you finde nothing, | So Here, like Merchant's seeking Pearls, etc. Matthew 13. 45. Let this Comfort you, though you find nothing, | av av, av-j n2 vvg n2, av np1 crd crd vvb d n1 pn22, cs pn22 vvb pix, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 894 | Page 162 |
5544 | yet Saints are a generation of Seekers, finding time is not come, yet certainly you shall come to your end at last. | yet Saints Are a generation of Seekers, finding time is not come, yet Certainly you shall come to your end At last. | av n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg n1 vbz xx vvn, av av-j pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1 p-acp ord. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 894 | Page 162 |
5545 | You have no lappings for the sores of your sloth, but opening them before the Lord, the Lord will heal and help in time. | You have no lappings for the sores of your sloth, but opening them before the Lord, the Lord will heal and help in time. | pn22 vhb dx n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, cc-acp vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 894 | Page 162 |
5546 | But I feel no good, |
But I feel no good, hence I am afraid I seek not aright. | cc-acp pns11 vvb dx j, av pns11 vbm j pns11 vvb xx av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 895 | Page 162 |
5547 | Gal. 6. 9. You shall reap in due time, |
Gal. 6. 9. You shall reap in due time, and Hebrew 11. 13. All things were cross to the promise yet Abraham holds on still. | np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1, cc np1 crd crd av-d n2 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 av np1 vvz a-acp av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 896 | Page 162 |
5548 | But I finde my spirit faint, |
But I find my Spirit faint, and grow listless and weary. When heart and strength fail, yet God does not. | cc-acp pns11 vvb po11 n1 j, cc vvb j cc j. c-crq n1 cc n1 vvi, av np1 vdz xx. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 897 | Page 162 |
5549 | God will desert that you may know where your strength, and heart, and help lies. But 'tis so great, |
God will desert that you may know where your strength, and heart, and help lies. But it's so great, I know no difference between mine and Others neglect. | np1 vmb vvi cst pn22 vmb vvi c-crq po22 n1, cc n1, cc n1 vvz. cc-acp pn31|vbz av j, pns11 vvb dx n1 p-acp png11 cc n2-jn vvb. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 898 | Page 162 |
5550 | That is sad, |
That is sad, yet as it's in all Sins, falls into them do but undermine them the more. | cst vbz j, av c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n2, vvz p-acp pno32 vdb p-acp vvi pno32 dt av-dc. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 900 | Page 162 |
5551 | Peter denies Christ, as well as sleeps, yet he is the first that preache•h him. | Peter Denies christ, as well as sleeps, yet he is the First that preache•h him. | np1 vvz np1, c-acp av c-acp vvz, av pns31 vbz dt ord cst vvd pno31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 900 | Page 163 |
5552 | When a mans meat is so far from doing good, as that it doth him hurt, he is dying; | When a men meat is so Far from doing good, as that it does him hurt, he is dying; | c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vdg j, c-acp cst pn31 vdz pno31 vvi, pns31 vbz vvg; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 900 | Page 163 |
5553 | so that sin is dying, that slo•h is dying, when food given to it doth kill it. | so that since is dying, that slo•h is dying, when food given to it does kill it. | av d n1 vbz vvg, cst n1 vbz vvg, c-crq n1 vvn p-acp pn31 vdz vvi pn31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 900 | Page 163 |
5554 | David is ready to give up all, yet saith, Its good for me to draw neer to God, and there the heart will repose it self again. SECT. VI. OH be not sloth•ul then, |
David is ready to give up all, yet Says, Its good for me to draw near to God, and there the heart will repose it self again. SECT. VI. O be not sloth•ul then, neglect no means, but use all means, get oil in your vessels that you may get your desired end. | np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp d, av vvz, pn31|vbz j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, cc a-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1 av. n1. crd. uh vbb xx j av, vvb dx n2, cc-acp vvb d n2, vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2 cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 j-vvn n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 900 | Page 163 |
5555 | Mariners that are bound for a voyage, when set out, will not be at rest till they are landed where they would be. | Mariners that Are bound for a voyage, when Set out, will not be At rest till they Are landed where they would be. | ng1 d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq vvd av, vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn c-crq pns32 vmd vbi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 901 | Page 163 |
5556 | It was one of the Churches sorrowful complaints, Isai. 64. 7. None that stirs up himself, &c. | It was one of the Churches sorrowful complaints, Isaiah 64. 7. None that stirs up himself, etc. | pn31 vbds pi pp-f dt n2 j n2, np1 crd crd pi cst vvz a-acp px31, av | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 901 | Page 163 |
5557 | But I finde many hindrances without me, |
But I find many hindrances without me, many Sins within me, I have sometime neither strength (nay which is Worse) nor yet heart to seek the Lord, | cc-acp pns11 vvb d n2 p-acp pno11, d n2 p-acp pno11, pns11 vhb av dx n1 (uh q-crq vbz av-jc) ccx av n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 902 | Page 163 |
5558 | though my wants are many, though my days decline; how shall I doe? 1. Finde out that which clogs thy heart from seeking effectually, |
though my Wants Are many, though my days decline; how shall I do? 1. Find out that which clogs thy heart from seeking effectually, and Causes that neglect, | cs po11 n2 vbr d, cs po11 n2 vvi; q-crq vmb pns11 vdi? crd vvi av cst r-crq vvz po21 n1 p-acp vvg av-j, cc vvz d n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 902 | Page 163 |
5559 | and that makes the Lord neglect thee in thy ineffectual seeking; | and that makes the Lord neglect thee in thy ineffectual seeking; | cc d vvz dt n1 vvb pno21 p-acp po21 j n-vvg; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 903 | Page 163 |
5560 | else thou mayest seek and never finde, and that is some lust, something that easeth the heart which is not God. | Else thou Mayest seek and never find, and that is Some lust, something that eases the heart which is not God. | av pns21 vm2 vvi cc av-x vvi, cc d vbz d n1, pi cst vvz dt n1 r-crq vbz xx np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 903 | Page 163 |
5561 | When the soul hath not bread, it will with the Prodigal then resolve for home; | When the soul hath not bred, it will with the Prodigal then resolve for home; | c-crq dt n1 vhz xx n1, pn31 vmb p-acp dt n-jn av vvb p-acp n1-an; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 903 | Page 163 |
5562 | men could not live as they do, so many days without God, unless they did feed on somewhat else beside the Lord. | men could not live as they do, so many days without God, unless they did feed on somewhat Else beside the Lord. | n2 vmd xx vvi c-acp pns32 vdb, av d n2 p-acp np1, cs pns32 vdd vvi p-acp av av p-acp dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 903 | Page 163 |
5563 | Hence its usual for men in means, to use means for a good, and out of means to resist that good, Isa. 58. 1, 2. Zac. 7. 6. Men that would have their load drawn, must first take their wild Horses out of it: So do with these lusts. | Hence its usual for men in means, to use means for a good, and out of means to resist that good, Isaiah 58. 1, 2. Zac. 7. 6. Men that would have their load drawn, must First take their wild Horses out of it: So do with these Lustiest. | av pn31|vbz j p-acp n2 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j, cc av pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi d j, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd np1 cst vmd vhi po32 n1 vvn, vmb ord vvi po32 j n2 av pp-f pn31: av vdb p-acp d n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 903 | Page 163 |
5564 | If therefore not for your own, yet for the Lords sake, who else will not be accounted worth the seeking, finde out whatever contents you; | If Therefore not for your own, yet for the lords sake, who Else will not be accounted worth the seeking, find out whatever contents you; | cs av xx p-acp po22 d, av p-acp dt n2 n1, r-crq av vmb xx vbi vvn j dt vvg, vvb av r-crq vvz pn22; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 903 | Page 163 |
5565 | necessity hath no Holidays, oh you must have him! | necessity hath no Holidays, o you must have him! | n1 vhz dx n2, uh pn22 vmb vhi pno31! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 903 | Page 163 |
5566 | 2. Use means, but trust not to them, nor to any strength received to carry you along in this work: | 2. Use means, but trust not to them, nor to any strength received to carry you along in this work: | crd n1 vvz, cc-acp vvb xx p-acp pno32, ccx p-acp d n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp d n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5567 | you will else neglect and fall from the Lord, and the Lord from you. | you will Else neglect and fallen from the Lord, and the Lord from you. | pn22 vmb av vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pn22. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5568 | Its said of Asa, 2 Chro. 16. 12, 13. Asa was diseased in his feet in his old age, | Its said of Asa, 2 Chro 16. 12, 13. Asa was diseased in his feet in his old age, | pn31 vvd pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 j n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5569 | yet he sought not to the Lord, but Physicians: | yet he sought not to the Lord, but Physicians: | av pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp n2: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5570 | So 'tis with many a diseased Christian, they seek not to the Lord, to cure their feet, | So it's with many a diseased Christian, they seek not to the Lord, to cure their feet, | av pn31|vbz p-acp d dt j-vvn njp, pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5571 | but means, or themselves, hence he decays and dies. | but means, or themselves, hence he decays and die. | cc-acp n2, cc px32, av pns31 vvz cc vvz. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5572 | You have the stream of all temptations against you, 'tis not your own Oars, but the Lords winde that must carry you against it; | You have the stream of all temptations against you, it's not your own Oars, but the lords wind that must carry you against it; | pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp pn22, pn31|vbz xx po22 d n2, cc-acp dt n2 n1 cst vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pn31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5573 | look therefore to an almighty power in means to help you, plead Gods Covenant to put his fear into your hearts, that you may not depart from him, | look Therefore to an almighty power in means to help you, plead God's Covenant to put his Fear into your hearts, that you may not depart from him, | vvb av p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pn22, vvb npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5574 | as he will not forsake you, 1 Cor. 15. 10. Paul received not grace in vain, but lebours abundantly; yet not I, but grace. | as he will not forsake you, 1 Cor. 15. 10. Paul received not grace in vain, but lebours abundantly; yet not I, but grace. | c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22, crd np1 crd crd np1 vvd xx vvi p-acp j, cc-acp n2 av-j; av xx pns11, cc-acp n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5575 | There is little fear of drowning so long as we keep head above water, •o long as we cleave to the Lord Jesus. | There is little Fear of drowning so long as we keep head above water, •o long as we cleave to the Lord jesus. | pc-acp vbz j n1 pp-f vvg av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n1, av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 904 | Page 163 |
5576 | 3. Love the presence of the Lord and his company. | 3. Love the presence of the Lord and his company. | crd n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 905 | Page 163 |
5577 | If there be any love between you, you will then finde time, and nothing shall keep you from him, Ier. 2. 1, 2, 3. I remember the love of thine espousals, | If there be any love between you, you will then find time, and nothing shall keep you from him, Jeremiah 2. 1, 2, 3. I Remember the love of thine espousals, | cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb av vvi n1, cc pix vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 905 | Page 163 |
5578 | when thou followedst me in a wilderness thorow pits and deserts. | when thou followedest me in a Wilderness thorough pits and deserts. | c-crq pns21 vvd2 pno11 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 905 | Page 163 |
5579 | Remember he hath been in heaven praying for thee, when thou hast been provoking of him, he hath been blessing thee, | remember he hath been in heaven praying for thee, when thou hast been provoking of him, he hath been blessing thee, | vvb pns31 vhz vbn p-acp n1 vvg p-acp pno21, c-crq pns21 vh2 vbn vvg pp-f pno31, pns31 vhz vbn vvg pno21, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 905 | Page 163 |
5580 | when thou hast been abusing him, it may be he hath let out his heart blood to make room for thee in his heart, it may be he intends through all eternity to express his dearest love to thee, | when thou hast been abusing him, it may be he hath let out his heart blood to make room for thee in his heart, it may be he intends through all eternity to express his dearest love to thee, | c-crq pns21 vh2 vbn vvg pno31, pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vhz vvn av po31 n1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 js-jn n1 p-acp pno21, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 905 | Page 163 |
5581 | and is he not worth your love? Love him, and you will be with him, love will be stronger then death, it will break all these bonds. | and is he not worth your love? Love him, and you will be with him, love will be Stronger then death, it will break all these bonds. | cc vbz pns31 xx j po22 n1? n1 pno31, cc pn22 vmb vbi p-acp pno31, n1 vmb vbi jc cs n1, pn31 vmb vvi d d n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 905 | Page 163 |
5582 | 4. Set before you the greatness of the good you are to use all me•ns to gain; | 4. Set before you the greatness of the good you Are to use all me•ns to gain; | crd j-vvn c-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt j pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 163 |
5583 | why do men hunt after flesh-pots? The world is esteemed great, 'tis near us, and so for honour: | why do men hunt After fleshpots? The world is esteemed great, it's near us, and so for honour: | q-crq vdb n2 vvi p-acp n2? dt n1 vbz vvn j, pn31|vbz av-j pno12, cc av p-acp n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 163 |
5584 | Now Christ and eternity are afar off, and hence they seem little, and hence to seek them is not made a business of greatest weight and importance, 2 Cor. 4. 16, 18. We faint not while we look to things that are eternal, Acts 24. 15, 16. There is not the vilest Rep•obate, | Now christ and eternity Are afar off, and hence they seem little, and hence to seek them is not made a business of greatest weight and importance, 2 Cor. 4. 16, 18. We faint not while we look to things that Are Eternal, Acts 24. 15, 16. There is not the Vilest Rep•obate, | av np1 cc n1 vbr av a-acp, cc av pns32 vvb j, cc av pc-acp vvi pno32 vbz xx vvn dt n1 pp-f js n1 cc n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vvb xx cs pns12 vvb p-acp n2 cst vbr j, n2 crd crd, crd pc-acp vbz xx dt js n-jn, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 164 |
5585 | but when he shall see the glory that shall be revealed, shall stamp and rear his hair and say; | but when he shall see the glory that shall be revealed, shall stamp and rear his hair and say; | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn, vmb vvi cc vvi po31 n1 cc vvi; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 164 |
5586 | Oh, if I had known this! I hope I should never have dreamed out my time so as I have done! | O, if I had known this! I hope I should never have dreamed out my time so as I have done! | uh, cs pns11 vhd vvn d! pns11 vvb pns11 vmd av-x vhi vvn av po11 n1 av c-acp pns11 vhb vdn! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 164 |
5587 | We look on the Picture of Goodness in the volume of the Creatures, which satisfie not; | We look on the Picture of goodness in the volume of the Creatures, which satisfy not; | pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vvb xx; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 164 |
5588 | Oh never cease looking upward, till you see what you seek for in the greatness of it. | O never cease looking upward, till you see what you seek for in the greatness of it. | uh av vvb vvg av-j, c-acp pn22 vvb r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 164 |
5589 | Suppose a man should sleep all his life-time, and be in a dream, and in it have all the delights and glory of the world presented before him, at last the ground opens its mouth and swallows him up, | Suppose a man should sleep all his lifetime, and be in a dream, and in it have all the delights and glory of the world presented before him, At last the ground Opens its Mouth and Swallows him up, | vvb dt n1 vmd vvi d po31 n1, cc vbb p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp pn31 vhb d dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, p-acp ord dt n1 vvz po31 n1 cc vvz pno31 a-acp, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 164 |
5590 | and then he is awakened, Lord how will he cry? Truly Christ and grace and fellowship with God are not thought of, sought for, are small things with men, | and then he is awakened, Lord how will he cry? Truly christ and grace and fellowship with God Are not Thought of, sought for, Are small things with men, | cc av pns31 vbz vvn, n1 q-crq vmb pns31 vvi? np1 np1 cc n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 vbr xx vvn pp-f, vvd p-acp, vbr j n2 p-acp n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 164 |
5591 | but the World is great, and this is your delight; truly 'tis but your dream: | but the World is great, and this is your delight; truly it's but your dream: | cc-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc d vbz po22 n1; av-j pn31|vbz p-acp po22 n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 164 |
5592 | What will your souls be when death opens its mouth? what a sad thing is it to see men spin Copwebs that must be swept down. I. | What will your Souls be when death Opens its Mouth? what a sad thing is it to see men spin Copwebs that must be swept down. I. | q-crq vmb po22 n2 vbb c-crq n1 vvz po31 n1? q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi n2 vvi n2 cst vmb vbi vvn a-acp. pns11. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 906 | Page 164 |
5593 | To those that never sought the Lord effectually to this day, |
To those that never sought the Lord effectually to this day, not to neglect him now; | p-acp d cst av-x vvd dt n1 av-j p-acp d n1, xx pc-acp vvi pno31 av; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 907 | Page 164 |
5594 | those that are like children born before their time, that have had some sorrow after the Lord, | those that Are like children born before their time, that have had Some sorrow After the Lord, | d cst vbr j n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1, cst vhb vhn d n1 p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 907 | Page 164 |
5595 | but comforted before it was deep enough; have some desires, but eased with other things before they were satisfied with Christ himself; | but comforted before it was deep enough; have Some Desires, but eased with other things before they were satisfied with christ himself; | cc-acp vvn p-acp pn31 vbds j-jn d; vhb d n2, cc-acp vvn p-acp j-jn n2 c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 px31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 907 | Page 164 |
5596 | that have run for a spurt, but are grown weary before they come half way home, | that have run for a spurt, but Are grown weary before they come half Way home, | cst vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbr vvn j c-acp pns32 vvb j-jn n1 av-an, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 907 | Page 164 |
5597 | and so sit down in the way; | and so fit down in the Way; | cc av vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 907 | Page 164 |
5598 | like Clocks set slow in the first hour of the day, run slow all the day after: | like Clocks Set slow in the First hour of the day, run slow all the day After: | j n2 vvb j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb j d dt n1 a-acp: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 907 | Page 164 |
5599 | So these set back and think they are set right too, run slow all their life after. | So these Set back and think they Are Set right too, run slow all their life After. | av d j-vvn n1 cc vvb pns32 vbr vvn av-jn av, vvb j d po32 n1 a-acp. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 907 | Page 164 |
5600 | That as he said of a covetous man, he had a strong desire for heaven if any would bear his charges thither: So these. | That as he said of a covetous man, he had a strong desire for heaven if any would bear his charges thither: So these. | cst c-acp pns31 vvd pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp n1 cs d vmd vvi po31 n2 av: av d. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 907 | Page 164 |
5601 | And to you I speak, not that never sought, but that have been seeking; yet effectually to use all means, this you never did. | And to you I speak, not that never sought, but that have been seeking; yet effectually to use all means, this you never did. | cc p-acp pn22 pns11 vvb, xx cst av vvd, cc-acp d vhb vbn vvg; av av-j pc-acp vvi d n2, d pn22 av vdd. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 907 | Page 164 |
5602 | 1. Consider how far men have gone? What means they have used? yet have never found to this day, Luke 13. 24. Strive, saith Christ. | 1. Consider how Far men have gone? What means they have used? yet have never found to this day, Lycia 13. 24. Strive, Says christ. | crd np1 c-crq av-j n2 vhb vvn? q-crq n2 pns32 vhb vvn? av vhb av vvn p-acp d n1, av crd crd vvb, vvz np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 908 | Page 164 |
5603 | This I speak because men think they may neglect their seasons of earnest pursuit after grace, men may sit still, | This I speak Because men think they may neglect their seasons of earnest pursuit After grace, men may fit still, | d pns11 vvb c-acp n2 vvb pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1, n2 vmb vvi av, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 908 | Page 164 |
5604 | and put all care from themselves to God, and live in their sloth. | and put all care from themselves to God, and live in their sloth. | cc vvd d n1 p-acp px32 p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp po32 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 908 | Page 164 |
5605 | Oh no, Consider so many snares, so many by paths, so many deceits within, so many sins and lusts to subdue, all time and means is little enough: | O no, Consider so many snares, so many by paths, so many Deceits within, so many Sins and Lustiest to subdue, all time and means is little enough: | uh uh-dx, vvb av d n2, av d p-acp n2, av d n2 a-acp, av d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi, d n1 cc n2 vbz j av-d: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 908 | Page 164 |
5606 | Take heed of spending prodigally, and think Christs grace will bear you out. | Take heed of spending prodigally, and think Christ grace will bear you out. | vvb n1 pp-f vvg av-jn, cc vvi npg1 n1 vmb vvi pn22 av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 908 | Page 164 |
5607 | Oh! look upon the cries at death-bed, to see some men that have been like famishing men that have wanted bread, | Oh! look upon the cries At deathbed, to see Some men that have been like famishing men that have wanted bred, | uh vvb p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vhb vbn av-j vvg n2 cst vhb vvn n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 908 | Page 164 |
5608 | and then have cryed bread, bread, but could not eat it. | and then have cried bred, bred, but could not eat it. | cc av vhb vvn n1, n1, cc-acp vmd xx vvi pn31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 908 | Page 164 |
5609 | Oh saith Paul, I beat down my body, lest in preaching to others my self become a cast away. | O Says Paul, I beatrice down my body, lest in preaching to Others my self become a cast away. | uh vvz np1, pns11 vvb a-acp po11 n1, cs p-acp vvg p-acp n2-jn po11 n1 vvi dt n1 av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 908 | Page 164 |
5610 | 2. Consider how others have broken down the greatest difficulties, and are now in glory, as Rev. 12. 11. They loved not their lives to the death. | 2. Consider how Others have broken down the greatest difficulties, and Are now in glory, as Rev. 12. 11. They loved not their lives to the death. | crd np1 c-crq n2-jn vhb vvn a-acp dt js n2, cc vbr av p-acp n1, c-acp n1 crd crd pns32 vvd xx po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5611 | They have not only spent their time, lost their name, their comforts, but their blood, that have passed through waters, fires, bonds, imprisonments, | They have not only spent their time, lost their name, their comforts, but their blood, that have passed through waters, fires, bonds, imprisonments, | pns32 vhb xx av-j vvn po32 n1, vvd po32 n1, po32 n2, cc-acp po32 n1, cst vhb vvn p-acp n2, n2, n2, n2, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5612 | and with Paul have not accounted their lives dear, that they might finish their work. | and with Paul have not accounted their lives dear, that they might finish their work. | cc p-acp np1 vhb xx vvn po32 n2 j-jn, cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5613 | David was full of God one would think sometimes he had enough, yet when he awakes, he is with God at midnight, his thoughts and reins instruct him; | David was full of God one would think sometime he had enough, yet when he awakes, he is with God At midnight, his thoughts and reins instruct him; | np1 vbds j pp-f np1 pi vmd vvi av pns31 vhd av-d, av c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp n1, po31 n2 cc n2 vvb pno31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5614 | the Law was his meditation day and night. | the Law was his meditation day and night. | dt n1 vbds po31 n1 n1 cc n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5615 | You shall see him in the Temple blessing God, on the Throne advancing the Lord, on the dunghill, in banishment longing after him, | You shall see him in the Temple blessing God, on the Throne advancing the Lord, on the dunghill, in banishment longing After him, | pn22 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 vvg dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 vvg p-acp pno31, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5616 | when he sate among Princes meditating; | when he sat among Princes meditating; | c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n2 vvg; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5617 | and was there here too much cost, might any of this ointment have been spared? Consider Christ himself, Heb. 12. 1, 2, 3. cast off sloth, Looking to Iesus, who for the joy, despised the shame, endured the Cross, and that not for himself, it may be for thee, that thou mightst not, | and was there Here too much cost, might any of this ointment have been spared? Consider christ himself, Hebrew 12. 1, 2, 3. cast off sloth, Looking to Iesus, who for the joy, despised the shame, endured the Cross, and that not for himself, it may be for thee, that thou Mightest not, | cc vbds a-acp av av av-d vvn, vmd d pp-f d n1 vhb vbn vvn? np1 np1 px31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp dt n1, vvd dt n1, vvd dt n1, cc cst xx p-acp px31, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno21, cst pns21 vmd2 xx, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5618 | now he is at the right hand of God: | now he is At the right hand of God: | av pns31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5619 | So are the Saints in Heaven, and now rejoycing that ever they sought him, that they spent so much time on him. | So Are the Saints in Heaven, and now rejoicing that ever they sought him, that they spent so much time on him. | av vbr dt n2 p-acp n1, cc av vvg cst av pns32 vvd pno31, cst pns32 vvd av d n1 p-acp pno31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 909 | Page 164 |
5620 | 3. Consider, There is a time of neglect of Christ, which when past, you shall never finc'e him again, Iohn 7. 3, 4. Ye shall seek me, but never finde me. | 3. Consider, There is a time of neglect of christ, which when past, you shall never finc'e him again, John 7. 3, 4. You shall seek me, but never find me. | crd np1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f np1, r-crq c-crq j, pn22 vmb av-x vhi pno31 av, np1 crd crd, crd pn22 vmb vvi pno11, cc-acp av-x vvb pno11. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 910 | Page 164 |
5621 | You have had many Diamond-days and seasons, and God gives you a space to repent, | You have had many Diamond-days and seasons, and God gives you a Molle to Repent, | pn22 vhb vhd d n2 cc n2, cc np1 vvz pn22 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 910 | Page 165 |
5622 | and saith, My Spirit shall not alway strive, it may be some are but within that space, that the Lord is at the last cast with you. | and Says, My Spirit shall not always strive, it may be Some Are but within that Molle, that the Lord is At the last cast with you. | cc vvz, po11 n1 vmb xx av vvi, pn31 vmb vbi d vbr p-acp p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 vbz p-acp dt ord vvd p-acp pn22. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 910 | Page 165 |
5623 | 4. Consider whatever your condition be, shake off your sloth, and set upon the means, the Lord will be found; do it in good earnest: | 4. Consider whatever your condition be, shake off your sloth, and Set upon the means, the Lord will be found; do it in good earnest: | crd np1 r-crq po22 n1 vbi, vvb a-acp po22 n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn; vdb pn31 p-acp j n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5624 | This will be good news to you that think he will never, but be thy heart like steel, | This will be good news to you that think he will never, but be thy heart like steel, | d vmb vbi j n1 p-acp pn22 cst vvb pns31 vmb av-x, cc-acp vbb po21 n1 av-j n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5625 | and hard, the Lord will break it, Hebr. 11. 6. he will be found of them that seek him diligently: | and hard, the Lord will break it, Hebrew 11. 6. he will be found of them that seek him diligently: | cc j, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31 av-j: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5626 | And the greater things thou seekest for, the more like to get them; | And the greater things thou Seekest for, the more like to get them; | cc dt jc n2 pns21 vv2 p-acp, dt av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5627 | as one of the Fathers thinks that to pray with repetitions, is to pray for small things. | as one of the Father's thinks that to pray with repetitions, is to pray for small things. | c-acp crd pp-f dt ng1 vvz cst pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5628 | Open thy mouth wide Ile fill it, and it may be presently in a moment, | Open thy Mouth wide I'll fill it, and it may be presently in a moment, | vvb po21 n1 av-j pns11|vmb vvi pn31, cc pn31 vmb vbi av-j p-acp dt n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5629 | when thou thinkest least of it, it may be at that time when thou findest most unwillingness and difficulty to seek, seek then and the Lord will be found. | when thou Thinkest least of it, it may be At that time when thou Findest most unwillingness and difficulty to seek, seek then and the Lord will be found. | c-crq pns21 vv2 av-ds pp-f pn31, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 av-ds n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb av cc dt n1 vmb vbi vvn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5630 | Oh this damps many a man in the use of means, he thinks the Lord will never help, | O this damps many a man in the use of means, he thinks the Lord will never help, | uh d n2-jn av-d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vvz dt n1 vmb av-x vvi, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5631 | and hence is tormented with this thought, and sits down and rests: | and hence is tormented with this Thought, and sits down and rests: | cc av vbz vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvz a-acp cc vvz: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5632 | If you would keep a Labourer from work, or a Traveller from walking, put thorns in their feet; | If you would keep a Labourer from work, or a Traveller from walking, put thorns in their feet; | cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp vvg, vvd n2 p-acp po32 n2; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5633 | now the work is neglected, there is pricking s•uffe, he cannot follow on his business now: | now the work is neglected, there is pricking s•uffe, he cannot follow on his business now: | av dt n1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vbz vvg n1, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1 av: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5634 | So 'tis here, Prov. 15. 19. Take heed therefore of sitting down with such thoughts as these; | So it's Here, Curae 15. 19. Take heed Therefore of sitting down with such thoughts as these; | av pn31|vbz av, np1 crd crd vvb n1 av pp-f vvg a-acp p-acp d n2 c-acp d; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5635 | its strange thou shouldst be killed for every cut, and because wounded for sin, to fall off from the Lord by unbelief too. | its strange thou Shouldst be killed for every Cut, and Because wounded for since, to fallen off from the Lord by unbelief too. | pn31|vbz j pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cc c-acp vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 911 | Page 165 |
5636 | II. Motives to you that have followed the Lord, but now have begun to neglect him: | II Motives to you that have followed the Lord, but now have begun to neglect him: | crd n2 p-acp pn22 cst vhb vvn dt n1, cc-acp av vhi vvn pc-acp vvi pno31: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 912 | Page 165 |
5637 | For what cause I know not, but I am sure the Lord hath given you none: | For what cause I know not, but I am sure the Lord hath given you none: | c-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vvb xx, cc-acp pns11 vbm j dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 pi: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 912 | Page 165 |
5638 | Yet a spirit of slumber and sloath is upon you, that you are not the men you were. | Yet a Spirit of slumber and sloth is upon you, that you Are not the men you were. | av dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vbr xx dt n2 pn22 vbdr. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 912 | Page 165 |
5639 | It may be some for want of place, want of time, many occasions, many sorrowes and temptations in this wildernesse; | It may be Some for want of place, want of time, many occasions, many sorrows and temptations in this Wilderness; | pn31 vmb vbi d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, d n2, d n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 912 | Page 165 |
5640 | and hence no means sweet, no bed easie, your bones are broken. It may be a little time of neglect hath emboldned you to a custome: | and hence no means sweet, no Bed easy, your bones Are broken. It may be a little time of neglect hath emboldened you to a custom: | cc av dx n2 j, dx n1 j, po22 n2 vbr vvn. pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 912 | Page 165 |
5641 | It may be loose examples, the spirits of others flat, and thine is so too, whom God sent into Church-Fellowship to quicken them: | It may be lose Examples, the spirits of Others flat, and thine is so too, whom God sent into Church fellowship to quicken them: | pn31 vmb vbi j n2, dt n2 pp-f ng1-jn j, cc png21 vbz av av, ro-crq np1 vvd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 912 | Page 165 |
5642 | It may be an ill Husband is an hindrance, a bad wife, as Iobs wife, or whatever 'tis, Oh that God would speak this day to you! | It may be an ill Husband is an hindrance, a bad wife, as Jobs wife, or whatever it's, O that God would speak this day to you! | pn31 vmb vbi dt j-jn n1 vbz dt n1, dt j n1, c-acp n2 n1, cc r-crq pn31|vbz, uh cst np1 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp pn22! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 912 | Page 165 |
5643 | 1. Consider thou art nearer to thy salvation than when thou didst first believe; | 1. Consider thou art nearer to thy salvation than when thou didst First believe; | crd np1 pns21 vb2r jc p-acp po21 n1 cs c-crq pns21 vdd2 ord vvi; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 913 | Page 165 |
5644 | and then you thought no time, no pains too much, but all too little, Rom. 13. 11, 12. Mariners near the Shore, look out for Rocks, Lord that I may not split now. | and then you Thought no time, no pains too much, but all too little, Rom. 13. 11, 12. Mariners near the Shore, look out for Rocks, Lord that I may not split now. | cc cs pn22 vvd dx n1, dx n2 av av-d, cc-acp d av j, np1 crd crd, crd ng1 av-j dt n1, vvb av p-acp n2, n1 cst pns11 vmb xx vvi av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 913 | Page 165 |
5645 | Truly as it was with Christ, the longer he did live, the more sorrows, so with you. | Truly as it was with christ, the longer he did live, the more sorrows, so with you. | av-j c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, dt av-jc pns31 vdd vvi, dt dc n2, av p-acp pn22. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 913 | Page 165 |
5646 | God hath carried you near salvation, Oh now being neerer, there are worse rocks, look about you now. Satans last temptations are strongest. Oh give not in now! | God hath carried you near salvation, O now being nearer, there Are Worse Rocks, look about you now. Satan last temptations Are Strongest. O give not in now! | np1 vhz vvn pn22 j n1, uh av vbg av-jc, pc-acp vbr jc n2, vvb p-acp pn22 av. npg1 ord n2 vbr js. uh vvb xx p-acp av! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 913 | Page 165 |
5647 | It may be not many daies nor weeks hence thou shalt come to thy journeys end: Awaken then out of sleep. | It may be not many days nor weeks hence thou shalt come to thy journeys end: Awaken then out of sleep. | pn31 vmb vbi xx d n2 ccx n2 av pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 ng1 n1: vvi av av pp-f n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 913 | Page 165 |
5648 | 2. Consider how glad the Lord is of thy company, he hath been so, and will be so again; | 2. Consider how glad the Lord is of thy company, he hath been so, and will be so again; | crd np1 c-crq j dt n1 vbz pp-f po21 n1, pns31 vhz vbn av, cc vmb vbi av av; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 914 | Page 165 |
5649 | thou canst not come in too late, 1 Sam. 12. 21. as poor and vile as thou art, Prov. 8. His delight is with the Sons of men. Witnesse mercies, witnesse afflictions. Oh then seek him! Witnesse desertions, then seek him; | thou Canst not come in too late, 1 Sam. 12. 21. as poor and vile as thou art, Curae 8. His delight is with the Sons of men. Witness Mercies, witness afflictions. O then seek him! Witness desertions, then seek him; | pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp av j, crd np1 crd crd c-acp j cc j c-acp pns21 vb2r, np1 crd po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. vvb n2, vvb n2. uh av vvb pno31! n1 n2, av vvb pno31; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 914 | Page 165 |
5650 | witness his sweet entertainment of thee, many a time when he hath given thee meat that the world knows not of; | witness his sweet entertainment of thee, many a time when he hath given thee meat that the world knows not of; | vvb po31 j n1 pp-f pno21, d dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno21 n1 cst dt n1 vvz xx pp-f; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 914 | Page 165 |
5651 | witnesse so many hindrances which Satan laies in, who knowes how crosse 'tis to Christ, Jer. 2. 1, 2, 3. I remember the love of thine espousals, when thou didst follow me; | witness so many hindrances which Satan lays in, who knows how cross it's to christ, Jer. 2. 1, 2, 3. I Remember the love of thine espousals, when thou didst follow me; | vvb av d n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp, r-crq vvz c-crq j pn31|vbz p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, c-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi pno11; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 914 | Page 165 |
5652 | especially when with most difficulty, when little strength within, when little hope without, yet Ile not give over. He never forgets this. | especially when with most difficulty, when little strength within, when little hope without, yet I'll not give over. He never forgets this. | av-j c-crq p-acp ds n1, c-crq j n1 a-acp, c-crq j n1 p-acp, av pns11|vmb xx vvi a-acp. pns31 av-x vvz d. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 914 | Page 165 |
5653 | The Lord hath never such sad daies as when thou turnest thy back on him, and thou never so good, as when thou seekest him. | The Lord hath never such sad days as when thou Turnest thy back on him, and thou never so good, as when thou Seekest him. | dt n1 vhz av d j n2 p-acp c-crq pns21 vv2 po21 n1 p-acp pno31, cc pns21 av av j, c-acp c-crq pns21 vv2 pno31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 914 | Page 165 |
5654 | 3. Consider thy gaines, there shall not be the least endeavour, desire, pursuit after the Lord, not the least Word, Prayer, Thought, time spent, | 3. Consider thy gains, there shall not be the least endeavour, desire, pursuit After the Lord, not the least Word, Prayer, Thought, time spent, | crd np1 po21 n2, pc-acp vmb xx vbi dt ds n1, vvb, n1 p-acp dt n1, xx dt ds n1, n1, n1, n1 vvn, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 915 | Page 165 |
5655 | but an abundant recompense is in Christs hands, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Ever abounding, knowing that it shall not be in vain. | but an abundant recompense is in Christ hands, 1 Cor. 15. 58. Ever abounding, knowing that it shall not be in vain. | cc-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp npg1 n2, crd np1 crd crd av vvg, vvg cst pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 915 | Page 165 |
5656 | A man that rowes against the stream, a little neglect of rowing carries him down again. | A man that rows against the stream, a little neglect of rowing carries him down again. | dt n1 cst n2 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f vvg vvz pno31 a-acp av. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 915 | Page 165 |
5657 | But oh be ever abounding in the Lords works, for your labour is not in vain in the Lord. | But o be ever abounding in the lords works, for your labour is not in vain in the Lord. | p-acp uh vbb av vvg p-acp dt n2 n2, p-acp po22 n1 vbz xx p-acp j p-acp dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 915 | Page 165 |
5658 | 4. Consider if after admonition again and again, yet you nourish sloath, there is some heavy stroke neer thee. | 4. Consider if After admonition again and again, yet you nourish sloth, there is Some heavy stroke near thee. | crd np1 cs p-acp n1 av cc av, av pn22 vvb n1, pc-acp vbz d j n1 av-j pno21. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 916 | Page 166 |
5659 | Believe it, he will not alway bear with thy neglect. | Believe it, he will not always bear with thy neglect. | vvb pn31, pns31 vmb xx av vvi p-acp po21 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 916 | Page 166 |
5660 | As nothing joyes him more than your company, so nothing cuts him more than your neglect: | As nothing Joys him more than your company, so nothing cuts him more than your neglect: | p-acp pix vvz pno31 av-dc cs po22 n1, av pix vvz pno31 av-dc cs po22 n1: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 916 | Page 166 |
5661 | But though he save you from eternal misery, yet sometimes your greatest comfort is lost by this means, Mat. 26. 38, 40, 44, 45. First he stirs them up once and again, | But though he save you from Eternal misery, yet sometime your greatest Comfort is lost by this means, Mathew 26. 38, 40, 44, 45. First he stirs them up once and again, | cc-acp cs pns31 vvb pn22 p-acp j n1, av av po22 js n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd ord pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp a-acp cc av, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 916 | Page 166 |
5662 | then leaves them, and comes again, and saith nothing, but the third time, sleep on, the Son of man is betrayed. | then leaves them, and comes again, and Says nothing, but the third time, sleep on, the Son of man is betrayed. | av vvz pno32, cc vvz av, cc vvz pix, cc-acp dt ord n1, vvb a-acp, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 916 | Page 166 |
5663 | So your comfort, and Christ and his presence are betraied. | So your Comfort, and christ and his presence Are betrayed. | av po22 n1, cc np1 cc po31 n1 vbr vvn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 916 | Page 166 |
5664 | Some have had their husbands, wives, children estates gone, but which is worst of all, the Lord betraied, the comfort of their hearts gone, | some have had their Husbands, wives, children estates gone, but which is worst of all, the Lord betrayed, the Comfort of their hearts gone, | d vhb vhn po32 n2, n2, n2 n2 vvn, cc-acp r-crq vbz js pp-f d, dt n1 vvn, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vvn, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 916 | Page 166 |
5665 | and hence horrours and fears surprize them. III. Motives to us especially in this Countrey. | and hence horrors and fears surprise them. III. Motives to us especially in this Country. | cc av n2 cc n2 vvi pno32. np1. n2 p-acp pno12 av-j p-acp d n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 916 | Page 166 |
5666 | 1. God hath put the price and wealth of the world, better than all Gold and Silver into our hands, who are most unthankful, most unworthy; | 1. God hath put the price and wealth of the world, better than all Gold and Silver into our hands, who Are most unthankful, most unworthy; | crd np1 vhz vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, jc cs d n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vbr av-ds j, av-ds j; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 918 | Page 166 |
5667 | and will you come so far for means, and here neglect them? Will you thus neglect the Lord? Like men in Consumptions, they long for any thing, | and will you come so Far for means, and Here neglect them? Will you thus neglect the Lord? Like men in Consumptions, they long for any thing, | cc vmb pn22 vvb av av-j p-acp n2, cc av vvb pno32? n1 pn22 av vvi dt n1? j n2 p-acp n2, pns32 av-j p-acp d n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 918 | Page 166 |
5668 | and when it comes, they cannot touch it. If it were night, you might fall to sleep, but the day approacheth. | and when it comes, they cannot touch it. If it were night, you might fallen to sleep, but the day Approaches. | cc c-crq pn31 vvz, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31. cs pn31 vbdr n1, pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, cc-acp dt n1 vvz. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 918 | Page 166 |
5669 | Shall God plant his Vineyard, but you never come to eat the fruit of it? | Shall God plant his Vineyard, but you never come to eat the fruit of it? | vmb np1 vvi po31 n1, cc-acp pn22 av-x vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31? | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 918 | Page 166 |
5670 | 2. Your Temptations are greater here to neglect the Lord. Others are tried with the scorching Sun, there is no sleeping there. | 2. Your Temptations Are greater Here to neglect the Lord. Others Are tried with the scorching Sun, there is no sleeping there. | crd po22 n2 vbr jc av pc-acp vvi dt n1. ng2-jn vbr vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vbz dx vvg a-acp. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 919 | Page 166 |
5671 | God tries us with the shadow, sets us under the Vines of Ordinances; others are in storms, we in calms. | God tries us with the shadow, sets us under the Vines of Ordinances; Others Are in storms, we in calms. | np1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1, vvz pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; n2-jn vbr p-acp n2, pns12 p-acp n2-jn. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 919 | Page 166 |
5672 | When thou eatest and art full, saith Moses, Deut. 8. 10, 11. Oh forget not the Lord ! | When thou Eatest and art full, Says Moses, Deuteronomy 8. 10, 11. O forget not the Lord! | c-crq pns21 vv2 cc n1 j, vvz np1, np1 crd crd, crd uh vvb xx dt n1! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 919 | Page 166 |
5673 | You lose in your estates, and now you are hungry after the same again. Satan when Christ was hungry, assaults him. | You loose in your estates, and now you Are hungry After the same again. Satan when christ was hungry, assaults him. | pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc av pn22 vbr j p-acp dt d av. np1 c-crq np1 vbds j, vvz pno31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 919 | Page 166 |
5674 | 'Tis a thousand to one if he makes you not fair offers, and overcomes. Things that cost us much, we prize, and keep, and improve, if of any use. | It's a thousand to one if he makes you not fair offers, and overcomes. Things that cost us much, we prize, and keep, and improve, if of any use. | pn31|vbz dt crd p-acp crd cs pns31 vvz pn22 xx j n2, cc vvz. n2 cst vvd pno12 d, pns12 vvb, cc vvi, cc vvb, cs pp-f d n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 919 | Page 166 |
5675 | When we go Twenty mile to a Sacrament, Oh then its precious! | When we go Twenty mile to a Sacrament, O then its precious! | c-crq pns12 vvb crd n1 p-acp dt n1, uh av pn31|vbz j! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 919 | Page 166 |
5676 | While under the bondage of oppressors, oh liberty of Conscience, and Ordinances are precious? But when at liberty, we have liberty to have them, | While under the bondage of Oppressors's, o liberty of Conscience, and Ordinances Are precious? But when At liberty, we have liberty to have them, | n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, uh n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 vbr j? p-acp c-crq p-acp n1, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vhi pno32, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 919 | Page 166 |
5677 | hence take liberty to neglect them. 3. Our enemies will be upon us. Who sees not (that observes the Lords dealing) that some sorrows are toward, unlesse the Lord awaken; some sudden blasting blow. | hence take liberty to neglect them. 3. Our enemies will be upon us. Who sees not (that observes the lords dealing) that Some sorrows Are towards, unless the Lord awaken; Some sudden blasting blow. | av vvb n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. crd po12 n2 vmb vbi p-acp pno12. q-crq vvz xx (d vvz dt n2 vvg) cst d n2 vbr p-acp, cs dt n1 vvi; d j j-vvg n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 919 | Page 166 |
5678 | If any wind be stirring, men on the tops of the mountains will feel it. | If any wind be stirring, men on the tops of the Mountains will feel it. | cs d n1 vbb vvg, n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vmb vvi pn31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 920 | Page 166 |
5679 | The Lord hath set his mountain above all others, and its f•lly to think to flee from the Crosse, unlesse we flee from Christ. | The Lord hath Set his mountain above all Others, and its f•lly to think to flee from the Cross, unless we flee from christ. | dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp d n2-jn, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vvb p-acp np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 920 | Page 166 |
5680 | 'Tis part of the portion he doth owe us here, if he loves us. | It's part of the portion he does owe us Here, if he loves us. | pn31|vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vdz vvi pno12 av, cs pns31 vvz pno12. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 920 | Page 166 |
5681 | Yet seek the Lord, neglect no seasons to gain him, and you shall he hid, Zeph. 2. 2. Nay when worst times come, 2 Chron. 15. 3, 4, 5. when there is no peace, they that seek him shall find him. | Yet seek the Lord, neglect no seasons to gain him, and you shall he hid, Zephaniah 2. 2. Nay when worst times come, 2 Chronicles 15. 3, 4, 5. when there is no peace, they that seek him shall find him. | av vvb dt n1, vvb dx n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pn22 vmb pns31 vvd, np1 crd crd uh-x c-crq js n2 vvb, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd c-crq a-acp vbz dx n1, pns32 cst vvb pno31 vmb vvi pno31. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 920 | Page 166 |
5682 | I do fear there is at this day as deep mischief plotting against New-England as ever the Sun saw. | I do Fear there is At this day as deep mischief plotting against New england as ever the Sun saw. | pns11 vdb vvi a-acp vbz p-acp d n1 c-acp j-jn n1 vvg p-acp np1 c-acp av dt n1 vvd. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 921 | Page 166 |
5683 | Enemies will first deal subtilly before cruelly, but subtilly that they may deal cruelly. When Pharaoh deals wisely, he means to kill. | Enemies will First deal subtly before cruelly, but subtly that they may deal cruelly. When Pharaoh deals wisely, he means to kill. | ng1 vmb ord n1 av-j a-acp av-j, cc-acp av-j cst pns32 vmb vvi av-j. c-crq np1 vvz av-j, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 921 | Page 166 |
5684 | Yet the Lord shall be with us, as of late hath he not been seen in the midst of us for a refuge? Whatever any think, I believe never did the Lord stir up such prayers, Faith, &c. amongst us. | Yet the Lord shall be with us, as of late hath he not been seen in the midst of us for a refuge? Whatever any think, I believe never did the Lord stir up such Prayers, Faith, etc. among us. | av dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12, c-acp pp-f av-j vhz pns31 xx vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n1? r-crq d vvb, pns11 vvb av vdd dt n1 vvb a-acp d n2, n1, av p-acp pno12. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 921 | Page 166 |
5685 | 1. Oh therefore seek the Lord still in private. If you find no good, find out the sin. | 1. O Therefore seek the Lord still in private. If you find no good, find out the since. | crd uh av vvb dt n1 av p-acp j. cs pn22 vvb dx j, vvb av dt n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 922 | Page 166 |
5686 | Is not meditation neglected? Communion of Saints not improved? Do not say, we can do nothing, | Is not meditation neglected? Communion of Saints not improved? Do not say, we can do nothing, | vbz xx n1 vvn? n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn? vdb xx vvi, pns12 vmb vdi pix, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 922 | Page 166 |
5687 | and why are we prest to it? If you cannot, yet 'tis your duty, and you must be prest; | and why Are we pressed to it? If you cannot, yet it's your duty, and you must be pressed; | cc q-crq vbr pns12 vvn p-acp pn31? cs pn22 vmbx, av pn31|vbz po22 n1, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 922 | Page 166 |
5688 | and perish you shall if you seek not; | and perish you shall if you seek not; | cc vvb pn22 vmb cs pn22 vvb xx; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 922 | Page 166 |
5689 | or if you be called, there is some spirit of the Lord in you that is mighty. | or if you be called, there is Some Spirit of the Lord in you that is mighty. | cc cs pn22 vbb vvn, pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbz j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 922 | Page 166 |
5690 | 2. Being come hither for publick helps, and means, and all Ordinances; Oh do not betray your Liberties! | 2. Being come hither for public helps, and means, and all Ordinances; O do not betray your Liberties! | crd vbg vvn av p-acp j n2, cc n2, cc d n2; uh vdb xx vvi po22 n2! | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 923 | Page 166 |
5691 | but lose your Bloud before you lose them, and the Lord in them. Bear the Arke still on your shoulders, that the Lord may dwell with you. Hence, | but loose your Blood before you loose them, and the Lord in them. Bear the Ark still on your shoulders, that the Lord may dwell with you. Hence, | cc-acp vvb po22 n1 p-acp pn22 vvb pno32, cc dt n1 p-acp pno32. n1 dt n1 av p-acp po22 n2, cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22. av, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 923 | Page 166 |
5692 | 1. If you would have the Walls of Magistracy be broken down (the means to preserve the Church and means among you) If they make Laws, deride them; | 1. If you would have the Walls of Magistracy be broken down (the means to preserve the Church and means among you) If they make Laws, deride them; | crd cs pn22 vmd vhi dt n2 pp-f n1 vbb vvn a-acp (dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n2 p-acp pn22) cs pns32 vvb n2, vvi pno32; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 924 | Page 166 |
5693 | if they execute Laws, appeal from them. | if they execute Laws, appeal from them. | cs pns32 vvb n2, vvb p-acp pno32. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 924 | Page 166 |
5694 | 2. Would you have confusion the mother of discord among the people? let every man then once one day in the year turn Magistrate, | 2. Would you have confusion the mother of discord among the people? let every man then once one day in the year turn Magistrate, | crd vmd pn22 vhi n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1? vvb d n1 av a-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1 vvb n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 925 | Page 167 |
5695 | and out-face Authority, and profess tis his liberty. | and outface authority, and profess this his liberty. | cc vvi n1, cc vvb pn31|vbz png31 n1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 925 | Page 167 |
5696 | Would you have rapines, thefts, injustice abound? let no man know his own, by removing the Land-mark, and destroying Proprieties. | Would you have rapines, thefts, injustice abound? let no man know his own, by removing the Landmark, and destroying Proprieties. | vmd pn22 vhi n2, n2, n1 vvi? vvb dx n1 vvi po31 d, p-acp vvg dt j, cc vvg n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 925 | Page 167 |
5697 | 3. Would you have Gods Ordinances in the purity of them removed? keep out the load of Superstition, | 3. Would you have God's Ordinances in the purity of them removed? keep out the load of Superstition, | crd vmd pn22 vhi n2 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 vvn? vvb av dt n1 pp-f n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 926 | Page 167 |
5698 | but yet for peace sake, suffer a few seeds to be sown amongst you. | but yet for peace sake, suffer a few seeds to be sown among you. | cc-acp av c-acp n1 n1, vvb dt d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 926 | Page 167 |
5699 | 4. Would you have all the Messengers of the Gospel at first revised, at last massacred? Profess they are no better than Scribes and Pharisees, persecuting Egyptians, enemies to the Lord Jesus, | 4. Would you have all the Messengers of the Gospel At First revised, At last massacred? Profess they Are no better than Scribes and Pharisees, persecuting egyptians, enemies to the Lord jesus, | crd vmd pn22 vhi d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp ord vvn, p-acp ord vvn? vvb pns32 vbr dx jc cs n2 cc np2, vvg np1, n2 p-acp dt n1 np1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 927 | Page 167 |
5700 | and the more devout the worse; as those that stirred up storms in Germany said, Christ had four great enemies: | and the more devout the Worse; as those that stirred up storms in Germany said, christ had four great enemies: | cc dt av-dc j dt av-jc; c-acp d cst vvd a-acp n2 p-acp np1 vvd, np1 vhd crd j n2: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 927 | Page 167 |
5701 | The Pope, Anabaptists, Martin Luther, but especially Iohn Calvin. | The Pope, Anabaptists, Martin Luther, but especially John calvin. | dt n1, np1, np1 np1, p-acp av-j np1 np1. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 927 | Page 167 |
5702 | 5. Would you ruine the Gospel? set not Popery against it, but Gospel against Gospel, Promises against Promises, Christ against Christ, Spirit against Spirit, grace against grace, | 5. Would you ruin the Gospel? Set not Popery against it, but Gospel against Gospel, Promises against Promises, christ against christ, Spirit against Spirit, grace against grace, | crd vmd pn22 vvi dt n1? vvb xx n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvz p-acp vvz, np1 p-acp np1, n1 p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 928 | Page 167 |
5703 | and then he is twice beaten, that falls by his own weapons. | and then he is twice beaten, that falls by his own weapons. | cc av pns31 vbz av vvn, cst vvz p-acp po31 d n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 928 | Page 167 |
5704 | 6. Would you have oppressors set over you, to remove ordinances, to encrease your burdens? Maintain this Principle then that they will not assault us first by craft and subtilty, but openly and violently. | 6. Would you have Oppressors's Set over you, to remove ordinances, to increase your burdens? Maintain this Principle then that they will not assault us First by craft and subtlety, but openly and violently. | crd vmd pn22 vhi n2 vvn p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi po22 n2? vvb d n1 av cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pno12 ord p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp av-j cc av-j. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 929 | Page 167 |
5705 | 7. Would you have this State in time to degenerate into Tyranny? Take no care then for making Laws. | 7. Would you have this State in time to degenerate into Tyranny? Take no care then for making Laws. | crd vmd pn22 vhi d n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1? vvb dx n1 av p-acp vvg n2. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 930 | Page 167 |
5706 | When they are made, would you have all Authority turned to a meer vanity? Be gentle and open the door to all comers that may cut our throats in time; | When they Are made, would you have all authority turned to a mere vanity? Be gentle and open the door to all comers that may Cut our throats in time; | c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, vmd pn22 vhi d n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1? vbb j cc av-j dt n1 p-acp d n2 cst vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1; | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 930 | Page 167 |
5707 | and if being come they do offend, threaten them and fine them, but use no Sword against them. | and if being come they do offend, threaten them and fine them, but use no Sword against them. | cc cs vbg vvn pns32 vdb vvi, vvb pno32 cc vvi pno32, cc-acp vvb dx n1 p-acp pno32. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 930 | Page 167 |
5708 | You Fathers of the Country be not offended, this I speak not to disparage any, the practise speaks otherwise; I onely forewarn: | You Father's of the Country be not offended, this I speak not to disparage any, the practice speaks otherwise; I only forewarn: | pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb xx vvn, d pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi d, dt n1 vvz av; pns11 av-j vvb: | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 930 | Page 167 |
5709 | I hope the Lord hath prepared better days and mercies for us, I am sure he will, | I hope the Lord hath prepared better days and Mercies for us, I am sure he will, | pns11 vvb dt n1 vhz vvn j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12, pns11 vbm j pns31 vmb, | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 930 | Page 167 |
5710 | if what means we have we preserve, and what we preserve, we through grace shall improve. | if what means we have we preserve, and what we preserve, we through grace shall improve. | cs r-crq n2 pns12 vhb pns12 vvi, cc r-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 p-acp n1 vmb vvi. | (21) chapter (DIV2) | 930 | Page 167 |
5711 | CHAP. XVII. | CHAP. XVII. | np1 np1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 930 | Page 167 |
5712 | That the hearts and souls of Believers are made as Vessels, onely for the reception of Christ his Spirit, | That the hearts and Souls of Believers Are made as Vessels, only for the reception of christ his Spirit, | cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 930 | Page 167 |
5713 | and the graces thereof SECT. I. 2. THe Inward Principle, wherein lies the second Difference which is plainly expressed. | and the graces thereof SECT. I. 2. THe Inward Principle, wherein lies the second Difference which is plainly expressed. | cc dt n2 av n1. np1 crd dt j n1, q-crq vvz dt ord n1 r-crq vbz av-j vvn. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 930 | Page 167 |
5714 | We are now to inquire further concerning these Vessels and the Oyl in them. | We Are now to inquire further Concerning these Vessels and the Oil in them. | pns12 vbr av pc-acp vvi jc vvg d n2 cc dt n1 p-acp pno32. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 167 |
5715 | Vessels were the place onely of receiving and preserving the oyl for the continual burning and shining of the Lamps: | Vessels were the place only of receiving and preserving the oil for the continual burning and shining of the Lamps: | n2 vbdr dt n1 av-j pp-f vvg cc vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n2: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 167 |
5716 | So that though in some Scriptures, by Lamp is understood both the Vessel and the Lamp by a Figure, | So that though in Some Scriptures, by Lamp is understood both the Vessel and the Lamp by a Figure, | av cst cs p-acp d n2, p-acp n1 vbz vvn d dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 167 |
5717 | yet in distinct Phrase of Speech, that is properly the Lamp which burns and gives light, | yet in distinct Phrase of Speech, that is properly the Lamp which burns and gives Light, | av p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, cst vbz av-j dt n1 r-crq vvz cc vvz n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 167 |
5718 | and that which contains the oyl to nourish this is the Vessel: | and that which contains the oil to nourish this is the Vessel: | cc cst r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d vbz dt n1: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 167 |
5719 | So that the Vessels were not separate things from the Lamp, as though the Lamp was in one hand, | So that the Vessels were not separate things from the Lamp, as though the Lamp was in one hand, | av cst dt n2 vbdr xx j n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs dt n1 vbds p-acp crd n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 167 |
5720 | and a Vessel in the other; this was neither the custome, nor comliness of that age to cumber themselves thus; | and a Vessel in the other; this was neither the custom, nor comeliness of that age to cumber themselves thus; | cc dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn; d vbds d dt n1, ccx n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi px32 av; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 167 |
5721 | but the Lamp (as 'tis in ours) was that part which was kindled and lighted, the Vessel that which kept the oil to serve this end: | but the Lamp (as it's in ours) was that part which was kindled and lighted, the Vessel that which kept the oil to serve this end: | cc-acp dt n1 (c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp png12) vbds d n1 r-crq vbds vvn cc vvn, dt n1 cst r-crq vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 168 |
5722 | And hence the folly of five of them appeared, that they would carry burning Lamps with empty Vessels; | And hence the folly of five of them appeared, that they would carry burning Lamps with empty Vessels; | cc av dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f pno32 vvd, cst pns32 vmd vvi vvg n2 p-acp j n2; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 168 |
5723 | just as if a man should draw the wiek through the oyl that it may burn for a time, | just as if a man should draw the wiek through the oil that it may burn for a time, | av c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 168 |
5724 | and provide no oyle in the Vessel to maintain the Lamp; | and provide no oil in the Vessel to maintain the Lamp; | cc vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 168 |
5725 | however all comes to one (if they be separate) in respect of that that I aim at. | however all comes to one (if they be separate) in respect of that that I aim At. | c-acp d vvz p-acp crd (cs pns32 vbb vvi) p-acp n1 pp-f d cst pns11 vvb p-acp. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 932 | Page 168 |
5726 | Thus Literally we see what the Lamp, Vessel, and Oyl is: Now what is Spiritually meant thereby. 1. For the Oyl: | Thus Literally we see what the Lamp, Vessel, and Oil is: Now what is Spiritually meant thereby. 1. For the Oil: | av av-j pns12 vvb r-crq dt n1, n1, cc n1 vbz: av q-crq vbz av-j vvn av. crd p-acp dt n1: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 933 | Page 168 |
5727 | What is that? I intend not here to shew the fond and various apprehensions of Popish Writers, who understand by oyle, alms, good works, a good intention, &c. But by Oyl is meant the Spirit of Christ, | What is that? I intend not Here to show the found and various apprehensions of Popish Writers, who understand by oil, alms, good works, a good intention, etc. But by Oil is meant the Spirit of christ, | q-crq vbz d? pns11 vvb xx av pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp n1, n2, j n2, dt j n1, av p-acp p-acp n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 934 | Page 168 |
5728 | and the graces of it, peculiar to all the Elect; | and the graces of it, peculiar to all the Elect; | cc dt n2 pp-f pn31, j p-acp d dt n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 934 | Page 168 |
5729 | and thus in Scripture phrase, 1 Iohn 2. 27. the Spirit is called the anointing; and the graces of the Spirit, Cant. 1. 3. The smell of Christs ointments: | and thus in Scripture phrase, 1 John 2. 27. the Spirit is called the anointing; and the graces of the Spirit, Cant 1. 3. The smell of Christ ointments: | cc av p-acp n1 n1, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz vvn dt vvg; cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 934 | Page 168 |
5730 | Harlots love him for the gifts he sends, but Virgins for the grace he hath. | Harlots love him for the Gifts he sends, but Virgins for the grace he hath. | n2 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n2 pns31 vvz, cc-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 934 | Page 168 |
5731 | That oyle which ran first on our Aarons head, and runs down to his skirts is here meant. | That oil which ran First on our Aaron's head, and runs down to his skirts is Here meant. | cst n1 r-crq vvd ord p-acp po12 npg1 n1, cc vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n2 vbz av vvn. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 934 | Page 168 |
5732 | Now as Christ himself had not the Spirit without graces, nor these without the Spirit, but both: | Now as christ himself had not the Spirit without graces, nor these without the Spirit, but both: | av c-acp np1 px31 vhn xx dt n1 p-acp n2, ccx d p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 934 | Page 168 |
5733 | So both these being in him as in the Fountain, they are in us as in the Vessel. | So both these being in him as in the Fountain, they Are in us as in the Vessel. | av d d vbg p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr p-acp pno12 p-acp p-acp dt n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 934 | Page 168 |
5734 | 2. Christ being the Fountain of all grace, and having the Spirit without measure, and therefore hath enough to spare; | 2. christ being the Fountain of all grace, and having the Spirit without measure, and Therefore hath enough to spare; | crd np1 vbg dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vhg dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av vhz d pc-acp vvi; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 935 | Page 168 |
5735 | he cannot be meant by these Vessels which had but their measure, and such a measure as that they had none to spare for the other. | he cannot be meant by these Vessels which had but their measure, and such a measure as that they had none to spare for the other. | pns31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n2 r-crq vhd p-acp po32 n1, cc d dt n1 p-acp cst pns32 vhd pix pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-jn. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 935 | Page 168 |
5736 | Therefore by Vessels are meant principally the precious souls of the faithful, into which this golden Oyle was put, | Therefore by Vessels Are meant principally the precious Souls of the faithful, into which this golden Oil was put, | av p-acp n2 vbr vvn av-j dt j n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp r-crq d j n1 vbds vvn, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 935 | Page 168 |
5737 | and therefore, 2 Cor. 4. 7. We have this treasure in earthen vessels. And Rom. 9. 23. They are vessels of glory, prepared unto glory, and so frequently; | and Therefore, 2 Cor. 4. 7. We have this treasure in earthen vessels. And Rom. 9. 23. They Are vessels of glory, prepared unto glory, and so frequently; | cc av, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vhb d n1 p-acp j n2. cc np1 crd crd pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp n1, cc av av-j; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 935 | Page 168 |
5738 | so that herein the foolish fall short, for the foolish boasted of Christ out of them, | so that herein the foolish fallen short, for the foolish boasted of christ out of them, | av cst av dt j n1 j, p-acp dt j vvd pp-f np1 av pp-f pno32, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 935 | Page 168 |
5739 | but where was the Spirit and vertue of Christ in them? And this is conceived to be the reason why the main difference is not made, by the want of the external principle, Viz. Christ, | but where was the Spirit and virtue of christ in them? And this is conceived to be the reason why the main difference is not made, by the want of the external principle, Viz. christ, | cc-acp q-crq vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32? cc d vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 vbz xx vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av np1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 935 | Page 168 |
5740 | but by want of the internal principle and work; | but by want of the internal principle and work; | cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 935 | Page 168 |
5741 | this they had not. 1. They had so much oyle, i. e. lighter strokes of the Spirit, | this they had not. 1. They had so much oil, i. e. lighter Strokes of the Spirit, | d pns32 vhd xx. crd pns32 vhd av d n1, sy. sy. jc n2 pp-f dt n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 935 | Page 168 |
5742 | as kindled a profession but they had not enough. 2. They had so much oyle and light as continued their profession for a while, but it continued not long: | as kindled a profession but they had not enough. 2. They had so much oil and Light as continued their profession for a while, but it continued not long: | c-acp vvn dt n1 cc-acp pns32 vhd xx av-d. crd pns32 vhd av d n1 cc n1 c-acp vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vvd xx av-j: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 935 | Page 168 |
5743 | Here therefore observe these four things: | Here Therefore observe these four things: | av av vvi d crd n2: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 936 | Page 168 |
5744 | That the precious souls of the faithful are Vessels made only or chiefly to receive and preserve the presence of the Spirit and grace of Christ. | That the precious Souls of the faithful Are Vessels made only or chiefly to receive and preserve the presence of the Spirit and grace of christ. | cst dt j n2 pp-f dt j vbr n2 vvn av-j cc av-jn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 937 | Page 168 |
5745 | That within these Vessels there is an inward principle of Grace and Life. | cst p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 938 | Page 168 | |
5746 | That there is a certain measure, degree, plenitude or fullness of the Spirit of Grace in the hearts of the Faithful, which the unsound, | d a-acp vbz dt j n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, r-crq dt j, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 939 | Page 168 | |
5747 | though most glorious Professors of the Gospel fall short of. | though most glorious Professors of the Gospel fallen short of. | cs ds j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb j pp-f. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 939 | Page 168 |
5748 | That the graces of the Saints wherewith their hearts by the Spirit are filled, |
That the graces of the Saints wherewith their hearts by the Spirit Are filled, Are constant, | cst dt n2 pp-f dt n2 c-crq po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn, vbr j, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 940 | Page 168 |
5749 | and of an everlasting, and eternal nature. These three last answer three Questions, If any ask the difference between the Virgins; | and of an everlasting, and Eternal nature. These three last answer three Questions, If any ask the difference between the Virgins; | cc pp-f dt j, cc j n1. d crd ord vvi crd n2, cs d vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 940 | Page 168 |
5750 | the foolish want, and the wise have an inward principle of the Spirit of life. | the foolish want, and the wise have an inward principle of the Spirit of life. | dt j n1, cc dt n1 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 941 | Page 168 |
5751 | If it be said, Hypocrites have an inward work, yet this inward Principle is such a fulness of Spirit which they ever fall short of, | If it be said, Hypocrites have an inward work, yet this inward Principle is such a fullness of Spirit which they ever fallen short of, | cs pn31 vbb vvn, n2 vhb dt j n1, av d j n1 vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 av vvb j pp-f, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 941 | Page 168 |
5752 | and this will make them known for the present. If again it be said, That many flourish gloriously for a time; | and this will make them known for the present. If again it be said, That many flourish gloriously for a time; | cc d vmb vvi pno32 vvn p-acp dt j. cs av pn31 vbb vvn, cst d n1 av-j p-acp dt n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 941 | Page 168 |
5753 | yet its of an everlasting nature: And this will manifest them one from another in time to come. | yet its of an everlasting nature: And this will manifest them one from Another in time to come. | av po31 pp-f dt j n1: cc d vmb vvi pno32 pi p-acp n-jn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 941 | Page 168 |
5754 | The First Point therefore Ile only touch on now. SECT. II. | The First Point Therefore I'll only touch on now. SECT. II | dt ord n1 av pns11|vmb av-j vvi p-acp av. n1. crd | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 942 | Page 168 |
5755 | THat the precious souls and hearts of all the faithful are vessels made chiefly and onely to receive and preserve the Spirit and Grace of Christ, |
THat the precious Souls and hearts of all the faithful Are vessels made chiefly and only to receive and preserve the Spirit and Grace of christ, Or the gracious presence of the Spirit of christ: That as it is with the Souls of the wicked, they Are made only to hold Satan, | cst dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d dt j vbr n2 vvn av-jn cc av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: cst p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, pns32 vbr vvn av-j pc-acp vvi np1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5756 | sin and wrath, and so fitted for destruction; | since and wrath, and so fitted for destruction; | n1 cc n1, cc av vvn p-acp n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5757 | so the souls of the Saints are made and fitted onely to receive and nourish the Spirit, grace, and love of Christ. | so the Souls of the Saints Are made and fitted only to receive and nourish the Spirit, grace, and love of christ. | av dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vbr vvn cc vvn av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5758 | That as 'tis with Princes, the best rooms are reserved onely for them; | That as it's with Princes, the best rooms Are reserved only for them; | cst c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, dt js n2 vbr vvn av-j p-acp pno32; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5759 | their Attendants may come in and out to serve them, but its their room, their lodging: | their Attendants may come in and out to serve them, but its their room, their lodging: | po32 n2-jn vmb vvi p-acp cc av pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp vbz po32 n1, po32 n1: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5780 | and set our hearts upon the creature, if the more we were conversant with it, the more we should have, | and Set our hearts upon the creature, if the more we were conversant with it, the more we should have, | cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, cs dt av-dc pns12 vbdr j p-acp pn31, dt av-dc pns12 vmd vhi, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5760 | So here, the hearts of the faithful, and the best rooms, best affections of it, are onely to entertain the Lord, and his grace and Spirit; | So Here, the hearts of the faithful, and the best rooms, best affections of it, Are only to entertain the Lord, and his grace and Spirit; | av av, dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc dt js n2, js n2 pp-f pn31, vbr av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc po31 n1 cc n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5761 | yet other things may come in and out as Attendants to him, to serve him, | yet other things may come in and out as Attendants to him, to serve him, | av j-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp cc av c-acp n2-jn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5762 | but the rooms themselves are onely for his proper use, 2 Tim. 2. 20, 21. The Church is Gods House; | but the rooms themselves Are only for his proper use, 2 Tim. 2. 20, 21. The Church is God's House; | cc-acp dt n2 px32 vbr j p-acp po31 j n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vbz npg1 n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5763 | now there are many Vessels (many souls) some baser of wood, and earth, some of honour; | now there Are many Vessels (many Souls) Some baser of wood, and earth, Some of honour; | av a-acp vbr d n2 (d n2) d jc pp-f n1, cc n1, d pp-f n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5764 | what are these? Answ. If a man purge himself from these; | what Are these? Answer If a man purge himself from these; | q-crq vbr d? np1 cs dt n1 vvi px31 p-acp d; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5765 | for no man is born with a next disposition to receive grace, as a Vessel full of puddle water that must first be cast out: | for no man is born with a next disposition to receive grace, as a Vessel full of puddle water that must First be cast out: | p-acp dx n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi n1, c-acp dt n1 j pp-f n1 n1 cst vmb ord vbi vvn av: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5766 | Now when this is done, he is a Vessel meet for his Masters use, prepared, &c. The best Vessels abide in the house, not for their own or servants use, | Now when this is done, he is a Vessel meet for his Masters use, prepared, etc. The best Vessels abide in the house, not for their own or Servants use, | av c-crq d vbz vdn, pns31 vbz dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 ng1 n1, vvn, av dt js n2 vvi p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp po32 d cc n2 vvb, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5767 | but for the Masters use onely. | but for the Masters use only. | cc-acp p-acp dt n2 vvb av-j. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5768 | And though the Spirit may withdraw for some time, and they be unable to do any good work, | And though the Spirit may withdraw for Some time, and they be unable to do any good work, | cc cs dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cc pns32 vbb j pc-acp vdi d j n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5769 | yet they are prepared for the Spirit, and so for every good work, and here is all the use of the vessel of honour. | yet they Are prepared for the Spirit, and so for every good work, and Here is all the use of the vessel of honour. | av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp d j n1, cc av vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5770 | Hypocrites are vessels of Pompe, and State, and Ornament: Oh the brave Church of Sardis ! | Hypocrites Are vessels of Pomp, and State, and Ornament: O the brave Church of Sardis! | n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1: uh dt j n1 pp-f np1! | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5771 | the profound judgments, deep heads, eminent Christians, but not Vessels of honour, because not Vessels of use onely for their Master, onely to receive the eternal anointing of the Spirit of the Lord Jesus. | the profound Judgments, deep Heads, eminent Christians, but not Vessels of honour, Because not Vessels of use only for their Master, only to receive the Eternal anointing of the Spirit of the Lord jesus. | dt j n2, j-jn n2, j np1, cc-acp xx n2 pp-f n1, c-acp xx n2 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp po32 n1, av-j pc-acp vvi dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5772 | If you would know the certainty of this more fully, 1. Go and ask themselves; | If you would know the certainty of this more Fully, 1. Go and ask themselves; | cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d dc av-j, crd vvb cc vvi px32; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5773 | Is it so or no? If they be of age, and know themselves they will say, I am the Lords onely, Isa. 44. 4, 5. When they spring up as willows by the water-courses: | Is it so or no? If they be of age, and know themselves they will say, I am the lords only, Isaiah 44. 4, 5. When they spring up as willows by the Water-courses: | vbz pn31 av cc dx? cs pns32 vbb pp-f n1, cc vvi px32 pns32 vmb vvi, pns11 vbm dt n2 av-j, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5774 | One shall say, I am the Lords. As that eminent Light said, when dying, Oh Lord, I will be thine: | One shall say, I am the lords. As that eminent Light said, when dying, O Lord, I will be thine: | pi vmb vvi, pns11 vbm dt n2. p-acp cst j n1 vvd, c-crq vvg, uh n1, pns11 vmb vbi png21: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5775 | Ask the world whose they are? and to what use and purpose they serve? they will answer, they are none of ours; | Ask the world whose they Are? and to what use and purpose they serve? they will answer, they Are none of ours; | vvb dt n1 rg-crq pns32 vbr? cc p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vvi? pns32 vmb vvi, pns32 vbr pix pp-f png12; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5776 | and therefore Iohn 15. 19. The World hates them. Ask the Lord himself, he will profess though many wants and weaknesses in them, | and Therefore John 15. 19. The World hates them. Ask the Lord himself, he will profess though many Wants and Weaknesses in them, | cc av np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz pno32. vvb dt n1 px31, pns31 vmb vvi cs d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5777 | nay, though sometimes they are weary and neglect him, fall and soil themselves, yet Isai. 43. 21. This people have I formed for my self: | nay, though sometime they Are weary and neglect him, fallen and soil themselves, yet Isaiah 43. 21. This people have I formed for my self: | uh-x, cs av pns32 vbr j cc vvi pno31, vvb cc vvi px32, av np1 crd crd d n1 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 n1: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5778 | Vessels formed and fitted of God onely for his glory. | Vessels formed and fitted of God only for his glory. | n2 vvn cc vvn pp-f np1 av-j p-acp po31 n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 943 | Page 169 |
5779 | 1. Because all the creatures in the world are theirs, and servants to them, |
1. Because all the creatures in the world Are theirs, and Servants to them, and Therefore they Are for the Lord only, 1 Cor. 3. 21, 22, 23. If the more we took care for, | crd p-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr png32, cc n2 p-acp pno32, cc av pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 av-j, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd cs dt av-dc pns12 vvd n1 p-acp, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5781 | and the better we should live; | and the better we should live; | cc dt jc pns12 vmd vvi; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5782 | Or if they should not serve us, unless we did first bow down our knees to worship them, | Or if they should not serve us, unless we did First bow down our knees to worship them, | cc cs pns32 vmd xx vvi pno12, cs pns12 vdd ord vvi a-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5783 | and our backs to bear them; Then seeing the world lives by catching, we might then dis-robe and dis-throne our souls, | and our backs to bear them; Then seeing the world lives by catching, we might then disrobe and disthrone our Souls, | cc po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32; av vvg dt n1 vvz p-acp vvg, pns12 vmd av n1 cc n1 po12 n2, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5784 | and care more for these things, and less for the Lord; love these things more, and the Lord lesse; | and care more for these things, and less for the Lord; love these things more, and the Lord less; | cc vvb av-dc p-acp d n2, cc av-dc p-acp dt n1; vvb d n2 av-dc, cc dt n1 av-dc; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5785 | but the Lord Jesus having taken all care for his people, and bearing more love to them, | but the Lord jesus having taken all care for his people, and bearing more love to them, | cc-acp dt n1 np1 vhg vvn d n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg dc n1 p-acp pno32, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5786 | and having more care of them than themselves, and therefore having given all creatures in the heavens, sea and dry land to serve them, they ought to be, | and having more care of them than themselves, and Therefore having given all creatures in the heavens, sea and dry land to serve them, they ought to be, | cc vhg dc n1 pp-f pno32 cs px32, cc av vhg vvn d n2 p-acp dt n2, n1 cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5787 | and are onely for him, Hos. 2. 21, 23. When a man is the seed of God, | and Are only for him, Hos. 2. 21, 23. When a man is the seed of God, | cc vbr av-j p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5788 | and born for him, Now all creatures serve him; | and born for him, Now all creatures serve him; | cc vvn p-acp pno31, av d n2 vvi pno31; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5789 | hence 1 Tim. 6. 17, 18. Tis a prevailing Motive with all the Saints, we have a living God that gives us all things; | hence 1 Tim. 6. 17, 18. This a prevailing Motive with all the Saints, we have a living God that gives us all things; | av crd np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d dt n2, pns12 vhb dt j-vvg np1 cst vvz pno12 d n2; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5790 | all creatures being dead, and not able of themselves to help us, therefore trust not on these things, | all creatures being dead, and not able of themselves to help us, Therefore trust not on these things, | d n2 vbg j, cc xx j pp-f px32 p-acp vvi pno12, av vvb xx p-acp d n2, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5791 | but him onely, be not high minded in these things; but magnifie him onely. | but him only, be not high minded in these things; but magnify him only. | cc-acp pno31 av-j, vbb xx j vvn p-acp d n2; cc-acp vvb pno31 av-j. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 169 |
5792 | We know how angry God was with Belshazzar for profaning the Vessels of the Lords House in making them quaffing bowls, | We know how angry God was with Belshazzar for profaning the Vessels of the lords House in making them quaffing bowls, | pns12 vvb c-crq j np1 vbds p-acp np1 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp vvg pno32 vvg n2, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5793 | and turning them to common use. | and turning them to Common use. | cc vvg pno32 p-acp j n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5794 | When a man is brought to that misery that he hath none, nor knows of none to be a friend to take care or thought for him, none that loves him, | When a man is brought to that misery that he hath none, nor knows of none to be a friend to take care or Thought for him, none that loves him, | c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vhz pix, ccx vvz pp-f pix pc-acp vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, pi cst vvz pno31, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5795 | then he shifts for himself and becomes a servant. | then he shifts for himself and becomes a servant. | cs pns31 vvz p-acp px31 cc vvz dt n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5796 | But those that know, as women that they have rich husbands to live on, they take care 1 Cor. 7. 34. how to please them: So here. | But those that know, as women that they have rich Husbands to live on, they take care 1 Cor. 7. 34. how to please them: So Here. | p-acp d cst vvb, c-acp n2 cst pns32 vhb j n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp, pns32 vvb n1 crd np1 crd crd uh-crq pc-acp vvi pno32: av av. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5797 | Whats the reason that men are mad for this world? Because they poor creatures have no friend, know no friend; | Whats the reason that men Are mad for this world? Because they poor creatures have no friend, know no friend; | q-crq|vbz dt n1 cst n2 vbr j p-acp d n1? p-acp pns32 j n2 vhb dx n1, vvb dx n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5798 | but Saints have him, and know him, Iohn 17. 2. The Saints are given to Christ, Christ to them, | but Saints have him, and know him, John 17. 2. The Saints Are given to christ, christ to them, | cc-acp n2 vhb pno31, cc vvb pno31, np1 crd crd dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1, np1 p-acp pno32, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5799 | and all the world put into Christs hands for us, (for the creatures are not given to us immediatly to our own dispose, | and all the world put into Christ hands for us, (for the creatures Are not given to us immediately to our own dispose, | cc d dt n1 vvd p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp pno12, (c-acp dt n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno12 av-j p-acp po12 d n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5800 | and hence we have not much of this world) to what end? That so he might give eternal life begun here. | and hence we have not much of this world) to what end? That so he might give Eternal life begun Here. | cc av pns12 vhb xx d pp-f d n1) p-acp r-crq n1? cst av pns31 vmd vvi j n1 vvn av. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5801 | This is the only gift, and last, and best, and worthy of himself, and this only we receive. | This is the only gift, and last, and best, and worthy of himself, and this only we receive. | d vbz dt j n1, cc ord, cc js, cc j pp-f px31, cc d j pns12 vvb. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 944 | Page 170 |
5802 | 2. In regard of that blessed Liberty all the faithful are brought into, |
2. In regard of that blessed Liberty all the faithful Are brought into, for what is a Christians Liberty? Is it to serve men? No, 1 Cor. 7. 23. Therefore serve not your selves: | crd p-acp n1 pp-f cst j-vvn n1 d dt j vbr vvn p-acp, p-acp r-crq vbz dt njpg2 n1? vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi n2? uh-dx, crd np1 crd crd av vvb xx po22 n2: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5803 | Is it then to serve your own lusts? No, Rom. 6. 22. You are made free from sin, and servants unto God. | Is it then to serve your own Lustiest? No, Rom. 6. 22. You Are made free from since, and Servants unto God. | vbz pn31 av pc-acp vvi po22 d n2? uh-dx, np1 crd crd pn22 vbr vvn j p-acp n1, cc n2 p-acp np1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5804 | Is it then to serve any Creature out of your selves? No, Gal. 1. 4. The world is yours already, 1 Cor. 3. 21, 22. given to you, bought for you, spend not therefore one groat more to purchase it, | Is it then to serve any Creature out of your selves? No, Gal. 1. 4. The world is yours already, 1 Cor. 3. 21, 22. given to you, bought for you, spend not Therefore one groat more to purchase it, | vbz pn31 av pc-acp vvi d n1 av pp-f po22 n2? uh-dx, np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz png22 av, crd np1 crd crd, crd vvn p-acp pn22, vvn p-acp pn22, vvb xx av crd n1 av-dc pc-acp vvi pn31, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5805 | but keep those affections and hearts for the Lord; much less imprison not, and imbondage not your selves for it. | but keep those affections and hearts for the Lord; much less imprison not, and imbondage not your selves for it. | cc-acp vvb d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; av-d av-dc vvi xx, cc n1 xx po22 n2 p-acp pn31. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5806 | A Christians liberty which God crowns him with above all the Princes of the world, is to be onely for the Lord, which liberty all creatures groan to be in, Rom. 8. 21, 22. To be for God and a lust, | A Christians liberty which God crowns him with above all the Princes of the world, is to be only for the Lord, which liberty all creatures groan to be in, Rom. 8. 21, 22. To be for God and a lust, | dt njpg2 n1 r-crq np1 vvz pno31 p-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 d n2 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp, np1 crd crd, crd pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 cc dt n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5807 | for Christ and this world, its a shameful bondage, and most lamentable, and you are not at liberty yet, | for christ and this world, its a shameful bondage, and most lamentable, and you Are not At liberty yet, | c-acp np1 cc d n1, pn31|vbz dt j n1, cc av-ds j, cc pn22 vbr xx p-acp n1 av, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5808 | if not onely for the Lord. | if not only for the Lord. | cs xx av-j p-acp dt n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5809 | When the children of Kings and Peers, of Princes shall be made to come at the call of their Grooms and Kitchin-boys, | When the children of Kings and Peers, of Princes shall be made to come At the call of their Grooms and Kitchen-bois, | c-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5810 | if ever they stood before the face of Princes, they will count this a heavy thraldome and bondage: | if ever they stood before the face of Princes, they will count this a heavy thraldom and bondage: | cs av pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vmb vvi d dt j n1 cc n1: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5811 | So if ever you stood before the God of the whole earth, you will account it an heavy bondage, to have an heart sometime for, | So if ever you stood before the God of the Whole earth, you will account it an heavy bondage, to have an heart sometime for, | av cs av pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 dt j n1, pc-acp vhi dt n1 av p-acp, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5812 | and sometime not for the Lord. | and sometime not for the Lord. | cc av xx p-acp dt n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5813 | Is not this liberty? No, but to have a heart only determined to the Lord; | Is not this liberty? No, but to have a heart only determined to the Lord; | vbz xx d n1? uh-dx, cc-acp pc-acp vhi dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5814 | as 'tis in Angels, and in the man Christ Jesus. | as it's in Angels, and in the man christ jesus. | c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, cc p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5815 | Verily look as the Lord leaves his people for a time to their liberty in sin, | Verily look as the Lord leaves his people for a time to their liberty in since, | av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5816 | so that their hearts are determined onely to sin, that they are fit onely to receive the suggestions and pleasures of it, | so that their hearts Are determined only to since, that they Are fit only to receive the suggestions and pleasures of it, | av cst po32 n2 vbr vvn av-j p-acp n1, cst pns32 vbr vvn av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5817 | but fit to quench the Lords Spirit: | but fit to quench the lords Spirit: | cc-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5818 | So the Lord Jesus making himself and grace more sweet than their lusts, their hearts are determined onely for him, their Vessels are onely for his Oyle, Rom. 6. 19. The liberty of will that Arminians plead for is nothing but the hypocrisie of a false heart, whose heart being toucht partly with God, and partly with the creature; | So the Lord jesus making himself and grace more sweet than their Lustiest, their hearts Are determined only for him, their Vessels Are only for his Oil, Rom. 6. 19. The liberty of will that Arminians plead for is nothing but the hypocrisy of a false heart, whose heart being touched partly with God, and partly with the creature; | av dt n1 np1 vvg px31 cc n1 av-dc j cs po32 n2, po32 n2 vbr vvn av-j p-acp pno31, po32 n2 vbr av-j p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 cst njp2 vvi c-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, rg-crq n1 vbg vvn av p-acp np1, cc av p-acp dt n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5819 | hence is alway falling from one to the other, Iam. 1. Double minded men; but the Saints are determined unto one, | hence is always falling from one to the other, Iam. 1. Double minded men; but the Saints Are determined unto one, | av vbz av vvg p-acp pi p-acp dt n-jn, np1 crd vvb j-vvn n2; p-acp dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp crd, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5820 | and hence made perfect in one. | and hence made perfect in one. | cc av vvd j p-acp pi. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 945 | Page 170 |
5821 | 3. In regard of the fulness and all-sufficiency of the Spirit of Grace which their hearts are made fit vessels to receive, |
3. In regard of the fullness and All-sufficiency of the Spirit of Grace which their hearts Are made fit vessels to receive, and do receive; | crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn j n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vdb vvi; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 170 |
5822 | they finding enough there, God reserves them, and they reserve themselves onely for the receiving of this, Ioh. 6. 68. Will you depart? Lord, to whom should we go? Thou hast the words of life; | they finding enough there, God reserves them, and they reserve themselves only for the receiving of this, John 6. 68. Will you depart? Lord, to whom should we go? Thou hast the words of life; | pns32 vvg d a-acp, np1 vvz pno32, cc pns32 vvb px32 j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d, np1 crd crd vmb pn22 vvi? n1, p-acp ro-crq vmd pns12 vvi? pns21 vh2 dt n2 pp-f n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 170 |
5823 | and so the Spirit of life, that have quickned our hearts when dead, that do put fresh life to us when dying, that comfort our hearts when sorrowing. | and so the Spirit of life, that have quickened our hearts when dead, that do put fresh life to us when dying, that Comfort our hearts when sorrowing. | cc av dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vhb vvn po12 n2 c-crq j, cst vdb vvi j n1 p-acp pno12 c-crq vvg, cst vvb po12 n2 c-crq vvg. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 170 |
5825 | other things do but dead our hearts, thou hast words of life, Iohn 4. 14. The Water that I give shall, 1. Be that which shall quench all his thirst to other things; | other things do but dead our hearts, thou hast words of life, John 4. 14. The Water that I give shall, 1. Be that which shall quench all his thirst to other things; | j-jn n2 vdb p-acp j po12 n2, pns21 vh2 n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst pns11 vvb vmb, crd vbb d r-crq vmb vvi d po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 170 |
5826 | so that though a man wants them, yet his stomack is gone, which the damned shall find otherwise. 2. A Well of Water in him, ever near him; | so that though a man Wants them, yet his stomach is gone, which the damned shall find otherwise. 2. A Well of Water in him, ever near him; | av cst cs dt n1 vvz pno32, av po31 n1 vbz vvn, r-crq dt j-vvn vmb vvi av. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, av av-j pno31; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 170 |
5827 | men have their accomodations far off, but this is i• him. | men have their Accommodations Far off, but this is i• him. | n2 vhb po32 n2 av-j a-acp, cc-acp d vbz n1 pno31. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 170 |
5828 | Your hearts within are troubled, perplexed, and behold this is in you. 3. Springing up, continually increasing, | Your hearts within Are troubled, perplexed, and behold this is in you. 3. Springing up, continually increasing, | po22 n2 a-acp vbr vvn, vvn, cc vvb d vbz p-acp pn22. crd j-vvg a-acp, av-j vvg, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 170 |
5829 | for to have a good thing, and not to be satisfied in our desires with it, what is it but a misery? Hence it springs up unto everlasting life, which is the Fourth, Viz. The Continuance of 〈 ◊ 〉, this will be here till my mortality is swallowed up of life. | for to have a good thing, and not to be satisfied in our Desires with it, what is it but a misery? Hence it springs up unto everlasting life, which is the Fourth, Viz. The Continuance of 〈 ◊ 〉, this will be Here till my mortality is swallowed up of life. | c-acp pc-acp vhi dt j n1, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pn31, r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1? av pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz dt ord, av dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉, d vmb vbi av p-acp po11 n1 vbz vvn a-acp pp-f n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 171 |
5830 | Like a leaking ship that takes in water by little and little, till at last it is swallowed up in the se•. SECT. III. HEnce we may see the reason why the Lord doth not abundantly reveal and communicate himself to the souls of many men. | Like a leaking ship that Takes in water by little and little, till At last it is swallowed up in the se•. SECT. III. HEnce we may see the reason why the Lord does not abundantly reveal and communicate himself to the Souls of many men. | j dt j-vvg n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 p-acp j cc j, c-acp p-acp ord pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1. n1. np1. av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 946 | Page 171 |
5831 | What is the matter? Is it Because they find no want of his Spirit, | q-crq vbz dt n1? vbz pn31 c-acp pns32 vvb dx n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 | |
5832 | and life, and grace, and peace, and glory? Yes they doe, and hence expresse their wants to men, | and life, and grace, and peace, and glory? Yes they do, and hence express their Wants to men, | cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1? uh pns32 vdb, cc av vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5833 | and complain of their wants to God. | and complain of their Wants to God. | cc vvi pp-f po32 n2 p-acp np1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5834 | Is it for this, that Christ hath not wherewithal? Yes, he hath received the Spirit without measure, Iohn 3. 34. and fountaines alway run, though men seldom drink. | Is it for this, that christ hath not wherewithal? Yes, he hath received the Spirit without measure, John 3. 34. and fountains always run, though men seldom drink. | vbz pn31 p-acp d, cst np1 vhz xx n-crq? uh, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc n2 av vvn, cs n2 av vvi. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5835 | What then? Is it because they bring not their hearts, hold not their vessels under the Lords horn of oyl? Yes that they do, | What then? Is it Because they bring not their hearts, hold not their vessels under the lords horn of oil? Yes that they do, | q-crq av? vbz pn31 c-acp pns32 vvb xx po32 n2, vvb xx po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 n1 pp-f n1? uh cst pns32 vdb, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5836 | but their vessels are naught, they are not only for him; they feel their want of grace and Christ, but not only or chiefly of this. | but their vessels Are nought, they Are not only for him; they feel their want of grace and christ, but not only or chiefly of this. | cc-acp po32 n2 vbr pix, pns32 vbr xx av-j p-acp pno31; pns32 vvb po32 n1 pp-f n1 cc np1, cc-acp xx av-j cc av-jn pp-f d. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5837 | Special Grace shall never be poured into a common vessel, a common heart, that lies in common for God, and lust, and world too. | Special Grace shall never be poured into a Common vessel, a Common heart, that lies in Common for God, and lust, and world too. | j n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, cst vvz p-acp j c-acp np1, cc n1, cc n1 av. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5838 | The honour, peace, life, gain, of a God, are sweet and precious. Lord ever give me that water to drink. | The honour, peace, life, gain, of a God, Are sweet and precious. Lord ever give me that water to drink. | dt n1, n1, n1, n1, pp-f dt np1, vbr j cc j. n1 av vvb pno11 d n1 pc-acp vvi. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5839 | But you have five husbands, and seek not this only: | But you have five Husbands, and seek not this only: | p-acp pn22 vhb crd n2, cc vvb xx d av-j: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5840 | Hence, if the Lord de•ies you, you can be content, because you have something else to fill your vessels; | Hence, if the Lord de•ies you, you can be content, Because you have something Else to fill your vessels; | av, cs dt n1 vvz pn22, pn22 vmb vbi j, c-acp pn22 vhb pi av pc-acp vvi po22 n2; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5841 | if the Lord gives, you undervalue it and grow worse: | if the Lord gives, you undervalue it and grow Worse: | cs dt n1 vvz, pn22 vvi pn31 cc vvb av-jc: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5842 | and the very rising of that common grace you have, is the beginning of your apostacy, and setting off from God. | and the very rising of that Common grace you have, is the beginning of your apostasy, and setting off from God. | cc dt j n-vvg pp-f cst j n1 pn22 vhb, vbz dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc vvg a-acp p-acp np1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5843 | And hence, no wonder why you pray but never have, Iam. 1. 6, 7. you want, and crave, but never find; | And hence, no wonder why you pray but never have, Iam. 1. 6, 7. you want, and crave, but never find; | cc av, dx n1 c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp av vhi, np1 crd crd, crd pn22 vvb, cc vvi, cc-acp av-x vvb; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5844 | your vessel is naught, though the Lord is good. | your vessel is nought, though the Lord is good. | po22 n1 vbz pix, cs dt n1 vbz j. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5845 | 'Tis a black mark that thou art in bondage to the creature, and didst never know what the liberty, | It's a black mark that thou art in bondage to the creature, and didst never know what the liberty, | pn31|vbz dt j-jn n1 cst pns21 vb2r p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vdd2 av vvi r-crq dt n1, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5846 | even the glorious liberty of a son means. | even the glorious liberty of a son means. | av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5847 | And 'tis a most grievous bondage to be half unloosed and yet to be in bonds. | And it's a most grievous bondage to be half unloosed and yet to be in bonds. | cc pn31|vbz dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vbi av-jn vvn cc av pc-acp vbi p-acp n2. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5848 | And I assure you, if you knew the gift of God, if ever you tasted how sweet the Lord is; | And I assure you, if you knew the gift of God, if ever you tasted how sweet the Lord is; | cc pns11 vvb pn22, cs pn22 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cs av pn22 vvd c-crq j dt n1 vbz; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5849 | this is the only thing your souls will cry for: | this is the only thing your Souls will cry for: | d vbz dt j n1 po22 n2 vmb vvi p-acp: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5850 | That when you come to ask, and the Lord saith, what would you have? Oh the spirit of life! | That when you come to ask, and the Lord Says, what would you have? O the Spirit of life! | cst c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 vvz, r-crq vmd pn22 vhi? uh dt n1 pp-f n1! | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5851 | Oh the anointing of my blessed head! And what else? It only; | O the anointing of my blessed head! And what Else? It only; | uh dt vvg pp-f po11 j-vvn n1! cc q-crq av? pn31 av-j; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5852 | this is it only my vessel is made to hold, I am not made for my lust, nor sins, nor world: | this is it only my vessel is made to hold, I am not made for my lust, nor Sins, nor world: | d vbz pn31 j po11 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, pns11 vbm xx vvn p-acp po11 n1, ccx n2, ccx n1: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5853 | I would I had a bigger vessel, a larger heart to receive thy Grace only. | I would I had a bigger vessel, a larger heart to receive thy Grace only. | pns11 vmd pns11 vhd dt jc n1, dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 av-j. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5854 | I confess, a gracious he•rt may for a time be carried too violently after other things; | I confess, a gracious he•rt may for a time be carried too violently After other things; | pns11 vvb, dt j n1 vmb p-acp dt n1 vbi vvn av av-j c-acp j-jn n2; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5855 | and yet seek the Lord too, as Solomon, Eccl. 2. But after it knows Christ better, it's more reserved now for him, | and yet seek the Lord too, as Solomon, Ecclesiastes 2. But After it knows christ better, it's more reserved now for him, | cc av vvb dt n1 av, c-acp np1, np1 crd cc-acp c-acp pn31 vvz np1 j, pn31|vbz dc vvn av p-acp pno31, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5856 | as Gen. 39. 3, 4, 5, 6. Iosephs master for a time kept things in his own hand; | as Gen. 39. 3, 4, 5, 6. Joseph's master for a time kept things in his own hand; | c-acp np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvd n2 p-acp po31 d n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5857 | but when he saw the Lord was with Ioseph, and that he was prosperous, and blessed, | but when he saw the Lord was with Ioseph, and that he was prosperous, and blessed, | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 vbds p-acp np1, cc cst pns31 vbds j, cc j-vvn, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5858 | then he made him overseer, and he knew not 'tis said, what he had, save only the bread that he did eat: | then he made him overseer, and he knew not it's said, what he had, save only the bred that he did eat: | cs pns31 vvd pno31 n1, cc pns31 vvd xx pn31|vbz vvd, r-crq pns31 vhd, vvb av-j dt n1 cst pns31 vdd vvi: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5859 | So it is in our Ioseph. As the poor woman that knew the Messiah, she leaves her vessel, her water-pot with him, | So it is in our Ioseph. As the poor woman that knew the Messiah, she leaves her vessel, her waterpot with him, | av pn31 vbz p-acp po12 np1. p-acp dt j n1 cst vvd dt np1, pns31 vvz po31 n1, po31 n1 p-acp pno31, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5860 | and now would have all the City to come and see and believe in him, and depend on him only, trust to him only. | and now would have all the city to come and see and believe in him, and depend on him only, trust to him only. | cc av vmd vhi d dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31 av-j, vvb p-acp pno31 av-j. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5861 | &c. Dost therefore seek, and find not? Hast bin long waiting, and feelest not? And thou wondrest at it! Others comforted, and I not! | etc. Dost Therefore seek, and find not? Hast been long waiting, and Feel not? And thou wonderest At it! Others comforted, and I not! | av vd2 av vvi, cc vvb xx? vh2 vbn j vvg, cc vv2 xx? cc pns21 vvn p-acp pn31! ng2-jn vvd, cc pns11 xx! | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5862 | Search if this be not the cause; | Search if this be not the cause; | n1 cs d vbb xx dt n1; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5863 | it may be thy heart is not set only for this, but on thy back, belly, lots, ease, what shall I eat, drink? &c. As some women, | it may be thy heart is not Set only for this, but on thy back, belly, lots, ease, what shall I eat, drink? etc. As Some women, | pn31 vmb vbi po21 n1 vbz xx vvn av-j p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp po21 n1, n1, n2, n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi, n1? av p-acp d n2, | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5864 | because God doth not feed so liberally their sweet tooth, their licorish longings; build them seiled houses, measure their present condition according to their sinful humour; nothing can please them: | Because God does not feed so liberally their sweet tooth, their licorish longings; built them seiled houses, measure their present condition according to their sinful humour; nothing can please them: | c-acp np1 vdz xx vvi av av-j po32 j n1, po32 j n2-vvg; vvb pno32 j n2, vvb po32 j n1 vvg p-acp po32 j n1; pix vmb vvi pno32: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5865 | neither husband, servants, Ministers, nor Gods Ordinances. | neither husband, Servants, Ministers, nor God's Ordinances. | dx n1, n2, n2, ccx n2 n2. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5866 | Is this a vessel for the Lord and his Grace only? You must, you will have a longer coat than you can well wear; Hold here. | Is this a vessel for the Lord and his Grace only? You must, you will have a longer coat than you can well wear; Hold Here. | vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1 av-j? pn22 vmb, pn22 vmb vhi dt jc n1 cs pn22 vmb av vvi; vvb av. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5867 | Never think to have one prayer answered: | Never think to have one prayer answered: | av-x vvb pc-acp vhi crd n1 vvd: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5868 | If this night thy day of misery should come, cry thou mayst, but no God to hear thee or help thee. | If this night thy day of misery should come, cry thou Mayest, but no God to hear thee or help thee. | cs d n1 po21 n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi, vvb pns21 vm2, cc-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 cc vvi pno21. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5869 | Oh a little oyl, now a little grace, now a little mercy, Lord now. Oh no, you have no vessel to hold it. | O a little oil, now a little grace, now a little mercy, Lord now. O no, you have no vessel to hold it. | uh dt j n1, av dt j n1, av dt j n1, n1 av. uh uh-dx, pn22 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5870 | But oh bless the Lord you know it. Others it may be are no• so full of these sores of impatiency: | But o bless the Lord you know it. Others it may be Are no• so full of these sores of impatiency: | p-acp uh vvb dt n1 pn22 vvb pn31. ng2-jn pn31 vmb vbi vbr n1 av j pp-f d n2 pp-f n1: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 171 |
5871 | but you pray for God, and Grace, and have it not. Why so? These are not the things that you are only set for. | but you pray for God, and Grace, and have it not. Why so? These Are not the things that you Are only Set for. | cc-acp pn22 vvb p-acp np1, cc n1, cc vhb pn31 xx. uh-crq av? d vbr xx dt n2 cst pn22 vbr av-j vvn p-acp. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5872 | Why? Because you are content without them. I am not, you will say; But you are; | Why? Because you Are content without them. I am not, you will say; But you Are; | q-crq? p-acp pn22 vbr j p-acp pno32. pns11 vbm xx, pn22 vmb vvi; cc-acp pn22 vbr; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5873 | for you doe not lament daily after the Lord for these things only: that which only satisfies, that thy heart is not at rest till it find: | for you do not lament daily After the Lord for these things only: that which only Satisfies, that thy heart is not At rest till it find: | c-acp pn22 vdb xx vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 av-j: cst r-crq av-j vvz, cst po21 n1 vbz xx p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vvb: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5874 | I hope I may have help for all this: No saith Iames, think not so. Oh therefore bless the Lord. You know what hurts you; Saints have hurts thus: | I hope I may have help for all this: No Says James, think not so. O Therefore bless the Lord. You know what hurts you; Saints have hurts thus: | pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d d: uh-dx vvz np1, vvb xx av. uh av vvb dt n1. pn22 vvb r-crq vvz pn22; n2 vhb n2 av: | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5875 | but they purge themselves, and hence are blessed vessels still. | but they purge themselves, and hence Are blessed vessels still. | cc-acp pns32 vvb px32, cc av vbr vvn n2 av. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5876 | When Moses was begging for Israel, mine Angel, saith God, shall goe with you, I will not. | When Moses was begging for Israel, mine Angel, Says God, shall go with you, I will not. | c-crq np1 vbds vvg p-acp np1, po11 n1, vvz np1, vmb vvi p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb xx. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5877 | No, thou only, else let us die here, Exod. 33. This prayer wins the field & wears the garland. | No, thou only, Else let us die Here, Exod 33. This prayer wins the field & wears the garland. | uh-dx, pns21 av-j, av vvb pno12 vvi av, np1 crd d n1 vvz dt n1 cc vvz dt n1. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5878 | The evils of the Churches are many, an hour of temptation is coming on; scandals are like to be great; the subtilties of enemies many. | The evils of the Churches Are many, an hour of temptation is coming on; scandals Are like to be great; the subtleties of enemies many. | dt n2-jn pp-f dt n2 vbr d, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvg p-acp; n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi j; dt n2 pp-f n2 d. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5879 | Now we pray, and yet these have come, and we fear they will come. Oh beloved, go to the Lord, and plead with him only for this; | Now we pray, and yet these have come, and we Fear they will come. O Beloved, go to the Lord, and plead with him only for this; | av pns12 vvb, cc av d vhb vvn, cc pns12 vvb pns32 vmb vvi. uh j-vvn, vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 av-j p-acp d; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5880 | and when thou canst procure nothing for thy self, yet let it fare well with Sion: and this only I must have. | and when thou Canst procure nothing for thy self, yet let it fare well with Sion: and this only I must have. | cc c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi pix p-acp po21 n1, av vvb pn31 vvi av p-acp np1: cc d av-j pns11 vmb vhi. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5881 | Psal. 27. 4. One thing have I desired. You shall have it then, else not. | Psalm 27. 4. One thing have I desired. You shall have it then, Else not. | np1 crd crd crd n1 vhb pns11 vvn. pn22 vmb vhi pn31 av, av xx. | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 947 | Page 172 |
5882 | See the great sin of those that lose their life, |
See the great since of those that loose their life, preserve not the Spirit when he comes to them in Ordinances; | vvb dt j n1 pp-f d cst vvb po32 n1, vvb xx dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp n2; | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 948 | Page 172 |
5883 | you are vessels onely made for the Lord, and will you lose that which He drops in? There is no others can receive him, Iohn 14. 17. and when He comes to you, do you thus requite Him? &c. | you Are vessels only made for the Lord, and will you loose that which He drops in? There is no Others can receive him, John 14. 17. and when He comes to you, do you thus requite Him? etc. | pn22 vbr n2 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vmb pn22 vvi cst r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp? pc-acp vbz dx n2-jn vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd crd cc q-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn22, vdb pn22 av vvi pno31? av | (22) chapter (DIV2) | 948 | Page 172 |
5884 | CHAP. XVIII. That the Holy Spirit is in beleivers as the Principle of their Spiritual Life and Holinesse. SECT. I. THat within these Vessels, is an inward Principle of Life and Grace. | CHAP. XVIII. That the Holy Spirit is in believers as the Principle of their Spiritual Life and Holiness. SECT. I. THat within these Vessels, is an inward Principle of Life and Grace. | np1 np1. cst dt j n1 vbz p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1 cc n1. n1. np1 cst p-acp d n2, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 948 | Page 172 |
5885 | Or, The burning shining profession of all the faithful, it Proceedeth from an inward Principle of the Spirit of Grace, by the means of which, their Lamp burns, and their Profession shines. | cc, dt j-vvg j-vvg n1 pp-f d dt j, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq, po32 n1 vvz, cc po32 n1 vvz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 949 | Page 172 | |
5886 | For this I understand by oyl in the vessel, the Spirit of Jesus, not out of us, but received in us; | For this I understand by oil in the vessel, the Spirit of jesus, not out of us, but received in us; | p-acp d pns11 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, xx av pp-f pno12, cc-acp vvd p-acp pno12; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5887 | not coming only upon us, for so he may on foolish virgins, by Balaamitish ravishments, and hypocritical pangs, and land-flood affections; | not coming only upon us, for so he may on foolish Virgins, by Balaamitish ravishments, and hypocritical pangs, and landflood affections; | xx vvg av-j p-acp pno12, c-acp av pns31 vmb p-acp j n2, p-acp j n2, cc j n2, cc n1 n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5888 | but abiding in us, and that not as it doth in hypocrites, but as it is in Christ Jesus, without measure, both Spirit and Graces, | but abiding in us, and that not as it does in Hypocrites, but as it is in christ jesus, without measure, both Spirit and Graces, | cc-acp vvg p-acp pno12, cc cst xx p-acp pn31 vdz p-acp n2, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1 np1, p-acp n1, d n1 cc n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5889 | so it abides in us in measure: | so it abides in us in measure: | av pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5890 | in Him as the fountain, in us as the vessels, from whose fulness, we receive the same. | in Him as the fountain, in us as the vessels, from whose fullness, we receive the same. | p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2, p-acp rg-crq n1, pns12 vvb dt d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5891 | So that by oyl is not meant the external Principle of all Life, the Lord Jesus having Spirit and Grace enough, | So that by oil is not meant the external Principle of all Life, the Lord jesus having Spirit and Grace enough, | av cst p-acp n1 vbz xx vvn dt j n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 np1 vhg n1 cc n1 av-d, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5892 | but keeping our hearts empty of it: but the Lord Jesus in us, who is not in us, but by his Spirit, | but keeping our hearts empty of it: but the Lord jesus in us, who is not in us, but by his Spirit, | cc-acp vvg po12 n2 j pp-f pn31: cc-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vbz xx p-acp pno12, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5893 | even the Spirit of Life, from whence all our actions spring, and from which oyl our lamp burns. | even the Spirit of Life, from whence all our actions spring, and from which oil our lamp burns. | av dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp c-crq d po12 n2 vvi, cc p-acp r-crq n1 po12 n1 vvz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5894 | This therefore I say, the Profession of the faithful, springs not from outward motives, or principles of motion, as the actions of hypocrites; | This Therefore I say, the Profession of the faithful, springs not from outward motives, or principles of motion, as the actions of Hypocrites; | np1 av pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt j, vvz xx p-acp j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5895 | sometimes sudden praise, sometimes gain, sometimes fe•rs, sometimes fleshly hopes, sometimes sudden conceipt and fancy, some times irruption and rushings of the Spirit upon them; | sometime sudden praise, sometime gain, sometime fe•rs, sometime fleshly hope's, sometime sudden conceit and fancy, Some times irruption and rushings of the Spirit upon them; | av j n1, av vvb, av n2, av j n2, av j n1 cc n1, d n2 n1 cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5896 | but there is a spring within, there is a life within; there is oyle in the Vessel to fill the lamp, and so hence it burns. | but there is a spring within, there is a life within; there is oil in the Vessel to fill the lamp, and so hence it burns. | cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp, pc-acp vbz dt n1 a-acp; pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc av av pn31 vvz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 172 |
5897 | Eph. 2. 1. You hath he quickned, who were dead in sins, i. e. | Ephesians 2. 1. You hath he quickened, who were dead in Sins, i. e. | np1 crd crd pn22 vhz pns31 vvn, r-crq vbdr j p-acp n2, sy. sy. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5898 | you were held as fast under the power of your sins, as a dead man is under the bonds of death: | you were held as fast under the power of your Sins, as a dead man is under the bonds of death: | pn22 vbdr vvn a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, c-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5899 | but now in the room of that death, there is the Spirit of life, and the life of the Spirit. | but now in the room of that death, there is the Spirit of life, and the life of the Spirit. | cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5900 | Now life is an inward principle of motion, of any thing in its own place; as the sun, and trees, and grasse, and cattel. | Now life is an inward principle of motion, of any thing in its own place; as the sun, and trees, and grass, and cattle. | av n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 d n1; c-acp dt n1, cc n2, cc n1, cc n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5901 | You may take a stone, or milstone, or wheel, and move it, yet they have no life, | You may take a stone, or millstone, or wheel, and move it, yet they have no life, | pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc vvi pn31, av pns32 vhb dx n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5902 | because this is not from an inward Principle so: | Because this is not from an inward Principle so: | c-acp d vbz xx p-acp dt j n1 av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5903 | hypocrites may be acted, and moved by the great power of the Spirit in an Ordinance, | Hypocrites may be acted, and moved by the great power of the Spirit in an Ordinance, | n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5904 | yet not living but dead stil. Iohn 4. 14. the water (which is the Spirit) is a spring of living water in him. | yet not living but dead stil. John 4. 14. the water (which is the Spirit) is a spring of living water in him. | av xx vvg p-acp j av np1 crd crd dt n1 (r-crq vbz dt n1) vbz dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5905 | Cisterns may have water in them, but no spring that is running winter and summer. 1 Iohn 3. 9. This is called the seed remaining in him: | Cisterns may have water in them, but no spring that is running winter and summer. 1 John 3. 9. This is called the seed remaining in him: | np1 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp dx n1 cst vbz vvg n1 cc n1. crd np1 crd crd d vbz vvn dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5906 | which is that new creation, new birth, which the verse it self expounds, so that he cannot sin; | which is that new creation, new birth, which the verse it self expounds, so that he cannot sin; | r-crq vbz d j n1, j n1, r-crq dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz, av cst pns31 vmbx vvi; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5907 | it is against his nature, now he cannot be a sinmaker. Balaam could not curse the people of God; | it is against his nature, now he cannot be a sinmaker. balaam could not curse the people of God; | pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vmbx vbi dt n1. np1 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5908 | and many cannot do as others do. | and many cannot do as Others do. | cc d vmbx vdi p-acp n2-jn vdb. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5909 | Why, is it, because they are born of God? No, but from some other respects: | Why, is it, Because they Are born of God? No, but from Some other respects: | uh-crq, vbz pn31, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pp-f np1? uh-dx, cc-acp p-acp d j-jn n2: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5910 | and hence, Mat. 13. 21. the stony ground fell away, because they had not the root within. | and hence, Mathew 13. 21. the stony ground fell away, Because they had not the root within. | cc av, np1 crd crd dt j n1 vvd av, c-acp pns32 vhd xx dt n1 p-acp. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5912 | the good treasure of the heart, opposite to the evil treasure of the heart of a wicked man. | the good treasure of the heart, opposite to the evil treasure of the heart of a wicked man. | dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5913 | Now, as an evil man acts not only from Satan, the evil spirit; but the inward power of lust; | Now, as an evil man acts not only from Satan, the evil Spirit; but the inward power of lust; | av, c-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz xx av-j p-acp np1, dt j-jn n1; cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5914 | so the Saints, Mat. 12. 35. And here I intend not to shew what this inward Principle is particularly, | so the Saints, Mathew 12. 35. And Here I intend not to show what this inward Principle is particularly, | av dt n2, np1 crd crd cc av pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi r-crq d j n1 vbz av-j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5915 | for that I reserve to the two last points. Yet, least any should stumble, let me speak to two sorts. | for that I reserve to the two last points. Yet, lest any should Stumble, let me speak to two sorts. | c-acp cst pns11 vvb p-acp dt crd ord n2. av, cs d vmd vvi, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp crd n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 950 | Page 173 |
5916 | 1. Know some of you, that there is not only external actings of the Spirit from whence we act, | 1. Know Some of you, that there is not only external actings of the Spirit from whence we act, | crd vvb d pp-f pn22, cst pc-acp vbz xx av-j j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp c-crq pns12 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 951 | Page 173 |
5917 | but a new nature in the Saints. | but a new nature in the Saints. | cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 951 | Page 173 |
5918 | 2. Let others know, 1. That as before the Lord cals we are dead, so after we are alive this inward principle is not perfect here: | 2. Let Others know, 1. That as before the Lord calls we Are dead, so After we Are alive this inward principle is not perfect Here: | crd vvb n2-jn vvb, crd cst c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz pns12 vbr j, av c-acp pns12 vbr j d j n1 vbz xx j av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 952 | Page 173 |
5919 | Hence actions sometimes cease, and when they do not, yet are corrupted, as laesa principia act, | Hence actions sometime cease, and when they do not, yet Are corrupted, as laesa principia act, | av n2 av vvi, cc c-crq pns32 vdb xx, av vbr vvn, c-acp fw-la fw-la n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 952 | Page 173 |
5920 | but ever erre in their act, hence have need of pardon from and acceptance in the Lord Jesus. 2. That this is not in us as in Adam, who did not need to borrow life of another, | but ever err in their act, hence have need of pardon from and acceptance in the Lord jesus. 2. That this is not in us as in Adam, who did not need to borrow life of Another, | cc-acp av vvi p-acp po32 n1, av vhb n1 pp-f n1 p-acp cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. crd cst d vbz xx p-acp pno12 p-acp p-acp np1, r-crq vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n-jn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 952 | Page 173 |
5921 | but it stands in daily need of the Lord Jesus, and hence this inward principle acts, | but it Stands in daily need of the Lord jesus, and hence this inward principle acts, | cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc av d j n1 n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 952 | Page 173 |
5922 | but 'tis by faith, the operations of which are the wagons to victual the camp continually, especially in time of need, | but it's by faith, the operations of which Are the wagons to victual the camp continually, especially in time of need, | cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1, dt n2 pp-f r-crq vbr dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 952 | Page 173 |
5923 | and which is part of this inward principle; and hence 1 Pet. 1. 5. You are kept by power and faith, i. | and which is part of this inward principle; and hence 1 Pet. 1. 5. You Are kept by power and faith, i. | cc r-crq vbz n1 pp-f d j n1; cc av crd np1 crd crd pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, sy. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 952 | Page 173 |
5924 | your souls, graces, lives are kept by the Spirit, but through faith in us to salvation. | your Souls, graces, lives Are kept by the Spirit, but through faith in us to salvation. | po22 n2, n2, n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 952 | Page 173 |
5925 | Let me therefore prove these three things to you for opening of this point. 1. That the Spirit of the Lord Jesus is in the souls of the faithfull. | Let me Therefore prove these three things to you for opening of this point. 1. That the Spirit of the Lord jesus is in the Souls of the faithful. | vvb pno11 av vvi d crd n2 p-acp pn22 p-acp vvg pp-f d n1. crd cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 953 | Page 173 |
5926 | 2. That there is a principle of created graces, or the life of the Spirit in them. | 2. That there is a principle of created graces, or the life of the Spirit in them. | crd cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 955 | Page 173 |
5927 | 3. That from this principle of the Spirit dispensing himself by his graces, our lamp burns, our acts of profession spring and shine forth. | 3. That from this principle of the Spirit dispensing himself by his graces, our lamp burns, our acts of profession spring and shine forth. | crd cst p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg px31 p-acp po31 n2, po12 n1 vvz, po12 n2 pp-f n1 n1 cc vvi av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 956 | Page 173 |
5928 | First, That the Spirit of Jesus is in the soules of the faithfull, 1 Iohn 2. 27. The anointing teacheth you all things. | First, That the Spirit of jesus is in the Souls of the faithful, 1 John 2. 27. The anointing Teaches you all things. | ord, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, crd np1 crd crd dt vvg vvz pn22 d n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 957 | Page 173 |
5929 | Rom. 8. 11. The Spirit that raised up Iesus from the dead dwels in us. | Rom. 8. 11. The Spirit that raised up Iesus from the dead dwells in us. | np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vvd a-acp np1 p-acp dt j vvz p-acp pno12. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 957 | Page 173 |
5930 | The manner of his being in us I intend not to meddle with, unlesse I saw more cause: | The manner of his being in us I intend not to meddle with, unless I saw more cause: | dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg p-acp pno12 pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp, cs pns11 vvd dc n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 957 | Page 173 |
5931 | I do beleeve the manner of his abiding in us, and his nearnesse to all the Saints, | I do believe the manner of his abiding in us, and his nearness to all the Saints, | pns11 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp pno12, cc po31 n1 p-acp d dt n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 957 | Page 173 |
5932 | when seen of us, may astonish our own spirits, and shall one day confound all the world; | when seen of us, may astonish our own spirits, and shall one day confound all the world; | c-crq vvn pp-f pno12, vmb vvi po12 d n2, cc vmb crd n1 vvi d dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 957 | Page 173 |
5933 | Only know, as the Martyr said, He is come, he is come. | Only know, as the Martyr said, He is come, he is come. | av-j vvb, c-acp dt n1 vvd, pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz vvn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 957 | Page 173 |
5934 | The spirit of the world and Satan is cast out, 1 Cor. 2. 12. and in room of them enters the Spirit of God. | The Spirit of the world and Satan is cast out, 1 Cor. 2. 12. and in room of them enters the Spirit of God. | dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc np1 vbz vvn av, crd np1 crd crd cc p-acp n1 pp-f pno32 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 957 | Page 173 |
5935 | Secondly, That the Spirit so is in the faithfull, as that there is a principle of created graces in them, | Secondly, That the Spirit so is in the faithful, as that there is a principle of created graces in them, | ord, cst dt n1 av vbz p-acp dt j, c-acp cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2 p-acp pno32, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 958 | Page 173 |
5936 | or an inward principle of life and grace. | or an inward principle of life and grace. | cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 958 | Page 173 |
5937 | Not that these alone make this inward principle, but the Spirit in us working of them, working by them. | Not that these alone make this inward principle, but the Spirit in us working of them, working by them. | xx cst d av-j vvi d j n1, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12 vvg pp-f pno32, vvg p-acp pno32. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 958 | Page 173 |
5938 | And truly 'tis a sad thing if the proving of such a principle shall be an attributing too much to grace in us. | And truly it's a sad thing if the proving of such a principle shall be an attributing too much to grace in us. | cc av-j pn31|vbz dt j n1 cs dt vvg pp-f d dt n1 vmb vbi dt vvg av av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 958 | Page 173 |
5939 | 1. Therefore to deny this is to deny Christ to be our sanctification: | 1. Therefore to deny this is to deny christ to be our sanctification: | crd av pc-acp vvi d vbz pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vbi po12 n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 959 | Page 173 |
5940 | For beside the passive obedience of Christ, we are justified by his active obedience also, i. e. his inward conformity to the Law, | For beside the passive Obedience of christ, we Are justified by his active Obedience also, i. e. his inward conformity to the Law, | c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po31 j n1 av, pns11. sy. po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 959 | Page 174 |
5941 | and his external obedience to the Law. So that graces as they are in Christ become our justification; | and his external Obedience to the Law. So that graces as they Are in christ become our justification; | cc po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1. av d n2 c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp np1 vvi po12 n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 959 | Page 174 |
5942 | and hence he is said to be our righteousnesse. No man can stand before God but by perfect holinesse, | and hence he is said to be our righteousness. No man can stand before God but by perfect holiness, | cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi po12 n1. dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cc-acp p-acp j n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 959 | Page 174 |
5943 | but by doing whatever the Law requires, and continuing so to do; this is not in us, this is in Christ: | but by doing whatever the Law requires, and Continuing so to do; this is not in us, this is in christ: | cc-acp p-acp vdg r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vvg av pc-acp vdi; d vbz xx p-acp pno12, d vbz p-acp np1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 959 | Page 174 |
5944 | This as 'tis in Christ is properly our righteousnesse or justification. | This as it's in christ is properly our righteousness or justification. | d c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp np1 vbz av-j po12 n1 cc n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 959 | Page 174 |
5945 | Now what is our sanctification? if not graces in Christ, then graces received from Christ Jesus, which is this inward principle now I speak of; | Now what is our sanctification? if not graces in christ, then graces received from christ jesus, which is this inward principle now I speak of; | av q-crq vbz po12 n1? cs xx n2 p-acp np1, cs n2 vvn p-acp np1 np1, r-crq vbz d j n1 av pns11 vvb pp-f; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 959 | Page 174 |
5946 | and therefore to deny this is no lesse than to say Christ is not our sanctification: | and Therefore to deny this is no less than to say christ is not our sanctification: | cc av pc-acp vvi d vbz dx dc cs pc-acp vvi np1 vbz xx po12 n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 959 | Page 174 |
5947 | But saith Paul, The Lord sanctifie you in soul and body and spirit, 1 Thess. 5. 23. And if it were so, a man may have a heart unsanctified and Christ too. | But Says Paul, The Lord sanctify you in soul and body and Spirit, 1 Thess 5. 23. And if it were so, a man may have a heart unsanctified and christ too. | cc-acp vvz np1, dt n1 vvb pn22 p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1, vvn np1 crd crd cc cs pn31 vbdr av, dt n1 vmb vhi dt n1 j cc np1 av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 959 | Page 174 |
5948 | 2. If there should not be those graces, then a Christian was not bound to adde one grace to another, | 2. If there should not be those graces, then a Christian was not bound to add one grace to Another, | crd cs pc-acp vmd xx vbi d n2, cs dt njp vbds xx vvn pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 960 | Page 174 |
5949 | but then the Apostles precept should be broken, 2 Pet. 1. 7, 8. and so a Christian could not grow in grace, | but then the Apostles precept should be broken, 2 Pet. 1. 7, 8. and so a Christian could not grow in grace, | cc-acp av dt n2 n1 vmd vbi vvn, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc av dt njp vmd xx vvi p-acp n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 960 | Page 174 |
5950 | for graces are perfect in Christ; | for graces Are perfect in christ; | c-acp n2 vbr j p-acp np1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 960 | Page 174 |
5951 | and the Spirit doth not grow in grace, and the immediate operations of the Spirit increasing in us, are not properly graces, no more than the act of seeing is the eye, no more then giving goods to be burned is love. | and the Spirit does not grow in grace, and the immediate operations of the Spirit increasing in us, Are not properly graces, no more than the act of seeing is the eye, no more then giving goods to be burned is love. | cc dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp pno12, vbr xx av-j n2, av-dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f vvg vbz dt n1, av-dx dc cs vvg n2-j pc-acp vbi vvn vbz n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 960 | Page 174 |
5952 | 3. Then we are not to pray for graces, if there be no such things to be found in the hearts of Saints, | 3. Then we Are not to pray for graces, if there be no such things to be found in the hearts of Saints, | crd cs pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cs pc-acp vbb dx d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 961 | Page 174 |
5953 | but Psal. 51. 10. David praies, Create in me a clean heart; | but Psalm 51. 10. David prays, Create in me a clean heart; | cc-acp np1 crd crd np1 vvz, vvb p-acp pno11 dt j n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 961 | Page 174 |
5954 | now if it be a thing created in me, 'tis not the Spirit only in me, for that cannot be created. | now if it be a thing created in me, it's not the Spirit only in me, for that cannot be created. | av cs pn31 vbb dt n1 vvn p-acp pno11, pn31|vbz xx dt n1 av-j p-acp pno11, c-acp cst vmbx vbi vvn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 961 | Page 174 |
5955 | I doubt not but David had a clean heart, but he fell in part; | I doubt not but David had a clean heart, but he fell in part; | pns11 vvb xx p-acp np1 vhd dt j n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 961 | Page 174 |
5956 | and therefore look as there needs a creating power to make, so there is a creating power to restore us again to what is lost. | and Therefore look as there needs a creating power to make, so there is a creating power to restore us again to what is lost. | cc av vvb c-acp pc-acp vvz dt j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi, av pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp r-crq vbz vvn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 961 | Page 174 |
5957 | 4. Then the Saints have none of their sins mort•fied; for 'tis as with the eye, being made to see; | 4. Then the Saints have none of their Sins mort•fied; for it's as with the eye, being made to see; | crd av dt n2 vhb pix pp-f po32 n2 vvn; p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1, vbg vvn pc-acp vvi; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 962 | Page 174 |
5958 | if sight goes out, darkness comes in, and if that be subdued, sight is renewed: So the Soul being made only for God, and to bear his image; | if sighed Goes out, darkness comes in, and if that be subdued, sighed is renewed: So the Soul being made only for God, and to bear his image; | cs n1 vvz av, n1 vvz p-acp, cc cs d vbb vvn, n1 vbz vvn: av dt n1 vbg vvn av-j p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 962 | Page 174 |
5959 | blot out that darkness and sin comes in: cast out sin, the Lord and his Image and Graces come in. | blot out that darkness and since comes in: cast out since, the Lord and his Image and Graces come in. | vvb av d n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp: vvd av n1, dt n1 cc po31 n1 cc n2 vvb p-acp. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 962 | Page 174 |
5960 | If therefore there be no Graces in the Saints, then no sin mortified: | If Therefore there be no Graces in the Saints, then no since mortified: | cs av pc-acp vbi dx n2 p-acp dt n2, av dx n1 vvn: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 962 | Page 174 |
5961 | truly if so, then the end of Christs coming, and dying is quite abolished, 1 Iohn 3. 8. & Rom. 6. 2, 3. 5. Then the Lord should be false in his Covenant, and break Oath, and be forsworn: | truly if so, then the end of Christ coming, and dying is quite abolished, 1 John 3. 8. & Rom. 6. 2, 3. 5. Then the Lord should be false in his Covenant, and break Oath, and be forsworn: | av-j cs av, cs dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, cc vvg vbz av vvn, crd np1 crd crd cc np1 crd crd, crd crd av dt n1 vmd vbi j p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi n1, cc vbi vvn: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 962 | Page 174 |
5962 | for, Ier. 31. 32. I'le write my Law in their hearts. Luke 1. 73, 74. So that if you will not believe man, yet believe God: | for, Jeremiah 31. 32. I'll write my Law in their hearts. Luke 1. 73, 74. So that if you will not believe man, yet believe God: | c-acp, np1 crd crd pns11|vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2. np1 crd crd, crd av cst cs pn22 vmb xx vvi n1, av vvb np1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 963 | Page 174 |
5963 | and if you will not believe his Word, yet his Oath. Oh, but many good Christians find no such thing. | and if you will not believe his Word, yet his Oath. O, but many good Christians find no such thing. | cc cs pn22 vmb xx vvi po31 n1, av po31 n1. uh, cc-acp d j np1 vvi dx d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 963 | Page 174 |
5964 | But is it so, as they find it indeed? Either then they are no Christians, | But is it so, as they find it indeed? Either then they Are not Christians, | cc-acp vbz pn31 av, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 av? av-d av pns32 vbr xx np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 963 | Page 174 |
5965 | or else the Lord is forsworn. | or Else the Lord is forsworn. | cc av dt n1 vbz vvn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 963 | Page 174 |
5966 | Thirdly, That by the inward principle of Spirit, and Graces, our lamp burns, and shines, our actions issue. | Thirdly, That by the inward principle of Spirit, and Graces, our lamp burns, and shines, our actions issue. | ord, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n2, po12 n1 vvz, cc vvz, po12 n2 vvi. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 964 | Page 174 |
5967 | The Spirit enables a man to know, & hence the act flows, he doth know the Lord. | The Spirit enables a man to know, & hence the act flows, he does know the Lord. | dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc av dt n1 vvz, pns31 vdz vvi dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 964 | Page 174 |
5968 | The Spirit enables inwardly for to love the Lord, and hence it doth love him. | The Spirit enables inwardly for to love the Lord, and hence it does love him. | dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc av pn31 vdz vvi pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 964 | Page 174 |
5969 | That as Christ saith, a good tree brings forth good fruit, from an inward sap received from the root, | That as christ Says, a good tree brings forth good fruit, from an inward sap received from the root, | cst c-acp np1 vvz, dt j n1 vvz av j n1, p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 964 | Page 174 |
5970 | and by abiding on the root; So here. | and by abiding on the root; So Here. | cc p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; av av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 964 | Page 174 |
5971 | 1. Those that are renewed to Adams image in their measure, have according to that measure, power to act; | 1. Those that Are renewed to Adams image in their measure, have according to that measure, power to act; | crd d cst vbr vvn p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp po32 n1, vhb p-acp p-acp d n1, n1 pc-acp vvi; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5972 | or in those Graces there is power to act, for he had power so to do. | or in those Graces there is power to act, for he had power so to do. | cc p-acp d n2 a-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vhd n1 av pc-acp vdi. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5973 | Every creature in the world had a Law of Nature to carry them to their end; | Every creature in the world had a Law of Nature to carry them to their end; | np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5974 | and so were carried to it. | and so were carried to it. | cc av vbdr vvn p-acp pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5975 | But Adam had a Law of Divinity, whereby he being a cause by Counsel, was enabled by God to carry himself toward his end. | But Adam had a Law of Divinity, whereby he being a cause by Counsel, was enabled by God to carry himself towards his end. | p-acp np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vbg dt n1 p-acp n1, vbds vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5976 | Now we are renewed to that image in part, Eph. 4. 24. I know there is difference between Adams power to act, which had no Faith, ours that hath. | Now we Are renewed to that image in part, Ephesians 4. 24. I know there is difference between Adams power to act, which had no Faith, ours that hath. | av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq vhd dx n1, png12 cst vhz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5977 | And do not think that this doth advance nature, & the power of man, no more than the execution of the Promise of the Covenant of Grace, doth destroy Grace and advance nature. | And do not think that this does advance nature, & the power of man, no more than the execution of the Promise of the Covenant of Grace, does destroy Grace and advance nature. | cc vdb xx vvi cst d vdz vvi n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, av-dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vdz vvi n1 cc vvi n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5978 | For the writing again the Law in our hearts, is that which this Covenant promiseth; nay, this doth honour the riches of Grace: | For the writing again the Law in our hearts, is that which this Covenant promises; nay, this does honour the riches of Grace: | p-acp dt n-vvg av dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, vbz d r-crq d n1 vvz; uh-x, d vdz vvi dt n2 pp-f n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5979 | that a man being under the power of sin, and cannot get deliverance, the Lord should now give an humble conquering Spirit: | that a man being under the power of since, and cannot get deliverance, the Lord should now give an humble conquering Spirit: | cst dt n1 vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vmbx vvi n1, dt n1 vmd av vvi dt j j-vvg n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5980 | never a precious heart but will be thankful for it. | never a precious heart but will be thankful for it. | av-x dt j n1 cc-acp vmb vbi j p-acp pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 965 | Page 174 |
5981 | 2. Because the Graces in us, are received from the Lord Jesus his fulness, Iohn 1. 16. Now the Graces in Christ are not dead, | 2. Because the Graces in us, Are received from the Lord jesus his fullness, John 1. 16. Now the Graces in christ Are not dead, | crd p-acp dt n2 p-acp pno12, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 po31 n1, np1 crd crd av dt n2 p-acp np1 vbr xx j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 966 | Page 175 |
5982 | but living, are not weak, but powerful; the Spirit of Grace 'tis now triumphing in him, 'tis so in us only: | but living, Are not weak, but powerful; the Spirit of Grace it's now triumphing in him, it's so in us only: | cc-acp vvg, vbr xx j, cc-acp j; dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31|vbz av vvg p-acp pno31, pn31|vbz av p-acp pno12 av-j: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 966 | Page 175 |
5983 | 'tis in him in the highest degree, in us in a lower. | it's in him in the highest degree, in us in a lower. | pn31|vbz p-acp pno31 p-acp dt js n1, p-acp pno12 p-acp dt jc. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 966 | Page 175 |
5984 | And therein consists our likeness to Christ, 2 Cor. 3. 18. And to deny this, is to deface the Image of the Lord Jesus; | And therein consists our likeness to christ, 2 Cor. 3. 18. And to deny this, is to deface the Image of the Lord jesus; | cc av vvz po12 n1 p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd cc pc-acp vvi d, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 966 | Page 175 |
5985 | and this is part of the Beauty and Glory of Christ: hence to deny this, is to obscure the glory of the Lord Jesus. | and this is part of the Beauty and Glory of christ: hence to deny this, is to Obscure the glory of the Lord jesus. | cc d vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: av pc-acp vvi d, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 966 | Page 175 |
5986 | Without Christ a Christian can do nothing: | Without christ a Christian can do nothing: | p-acp np1 dt njp vmb vdi pix: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 966 | Page 175 |
5987 | but how doth Christ do all, by the Spirit without Graces? (I speak not of Conversion where 'tis without Graces as causes) No truly, | but how does christ do all, by the Spirit without Graces? (I speak not of Conversion where it's without Graces as Causes) No truly, | cc-acp q-crq vdz np1 vdb d, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2? (pns11 vvb xx pp-f n1 c-crq pn31|vbz p-acp n2 c-acp n2) uh-dx av-j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 966 | Page 175 |
5988 | as he acts, so we act in part. Unless any will say, we have not received grace for grace; | as he acts, so we act in part. Unless any will say, we have not received grace for grace; | c-acp pns31 vvz, av pns12 vvi p-acp n1. cs d vmb vvi, pns12 vhb xx vvn n1 p-acp n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 966 | Page 175 |
5989 | or are in no measure like the image of Christ. 3. If the first Adam hath conveyed to all his members a power of corruption, | or Are in no measure like the image of christ. 3. If the First Adam hath conveyed to all his members a power of corruption, | cc vbr p-acp dx n1 av-j dt n1 pp-f np1. crd cs dt ord np1 vhz vvn p-acp d po31 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 966 | Page 175 |
5990 | then the second Adam also a power of Godliness, contrary to that, 2. Tim. 3. 5. yet in measure still, | then the second Adam also a power of Godliness, contrary to that, 2. Tim. 3. 5. yet in measure still, | cs dt ord np1 av dt n1 pp-f n1, j-jn p-acp d, crd np1 crd crd av p-acp n1 av, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 967 | Page 175 |
5991 | so as the Apostle saith, we can do nothing against the Truth, but for the Truth. 2 Cor. 13. 8. | so as the Apostle Says, we can do nothing against the Truth, but for the Truth. 2 Cor. 13. 8. | av c-acp dt n1 vvz, pns12 vmb vdi pix p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1. crd np1 crd crd | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 967 | Page 175 |
5992 | But what measure of power is it? |
But what measure of power is it? I know no man that can from any ground limit the measure of it. | cc-acp q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz pn31? pns11 vvb dx n1 cst vmb p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 968 | Page 175 |
5993 | For it may be in Some men in greater power, in Some men in less, in the same man At one time in a greater measure, At Another time less. | p-acp pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n2 p-acp jc n1, p-acp d n2 p-acp av-dc, p-acp dt d n1 p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp j-jn n1 av-dc. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 969 | Page 175 | |
5994 | If one ask of trees, what measure of fruit they can bring forth; we cannot tell, because sometime more, sometime less: | If one ask of trees, what measure of fruit they can bring forth; we cannot tell, Because sometime more, sometime less: | cs pi vvb pp-f n2, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vmb vvi av; pns12 vmbx vvi, c-acp av av-dc, av dc: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 969 | Page 175 |
5995 | and the same tree more one year than another, and more at one time of the year then another; | and the same tree more one year than Another, and more At one time of the year then Another; | cc dt d n1 dc crd n1 cs j-jn, cc av-dc p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 av j-jn; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 969 | Page 175 |
5996 | for they have their winter season. | for they have their winter season. | c-acp pns32 vhb po32 n1 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 969 | Page 175 |
5997 | Only this, whereas before conversion he is stark dead to act, now he is alive and is not dead. | Only this, whereas before conversion he is stark dead to act, now he is alive and is not dead. | j d, cs p-acp n1 pns31 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi, av pns31 vbz j cc vbz xx j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 969 | Page 175 |
5998 | And if a man should after conversion be but in the next disposition to receive Grace, | And if a man should After conversion be but in the next disposition to receive Grace, | cc cs dt n1 vmd p-acp n1 vbi cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 969 | Page 175 |
6034 | but this Spirit which God pours on the thirsty, this Spirit with which God fills the empty, they cannot receive this. | but this Spirit which God pours on the thirsty, this Spirit with which God fills the empty, they cannot receive this. | cc-acp d n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt j, d n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz dt j, pns32 vmbx vvi d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
5999 | then how could one Christian be more grown and stronger in Grace in his inner man than another? I know not any to question this, only I speak it to cut off their carnal hopes, that think Christ is theirs, | then how could one Christian be more grown and Stronger in Grace in his inner man than Another? I know not any to question this, only I speak it to Cut off their carnal hope's, that think christ is theirs, | av q-crq vmd pi njp vbi av-dc vvn cc jc p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n1 cs j-jn? pns11 vvb xx d pc-acp vvi d, av-j pns11 vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 j n2, cst vvb np1 vbz png32, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 969 | Page 175 |
6000 | when they have nothing, can do nothing, and sleightly say he must do all; | when they have nothing, can do nothing, and slightly say he must do all; | c-crq pns32 vhb pix, vmb vdi pix, cc av-j vvb pns31 vmb vdi d; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 969 | Page 175 |
6001 | I cannot, I tell you the Saints can, they cannot but love the Lord, and choose the Lord. &c. | I cannot, I tell you the Saints can, they cannot but love the Lord, and choose the Lord. etc. | pns11 vmbx, pns11 vvb pn22 dt n2 vmb, pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1. av | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 969 | Page 175 |
6002 | But must not a Christian deny himself, and alway go to Christ for power to do, |
But must not a Christian deny himself, and always go to christ for power to do, and so be humble, and empty? | cc-acp vmb xx dt njp vvi px31, cc av vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi, cc av vbi j, cc j? | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 970 | Page 175 |
6003 | 1. You must, because this is the meanes to live to Christs; |
1. You must, Because this is the means to live to Christ; but this does not argue you have no power At all. | crd pn22 vmb, c-acp d vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1; p-acp d vdz xx vvi pn22 vhb dx n1 p-acp d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 971 | Page 175 |
6004 | A man must pray for his daily bread, much more for daily grace; but doth this argue a man hath no bread in his house? No, this is the means to have it continued and blest. | A man must pray for his daily bred, much more for daily grace; but does this argue a man hath no bred in his house? No, this is the means to have it continued and blessed. | dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 av-j n1, d dc p-acp j n1; p-acp vdz d vvi dt n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1? uh-dx, d vbz dt n2 pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn cc vvn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 971 | Page 175 |
6005 | Easily can the Lord take away bread, or the staff of bread. Graces extinguish not Faith, but help it. | Easily can the Lord take away bred, or the staff of bred. Graces extinguish not Faith, but help it. | av-j vmb dt n1 vvb av n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. ng1 vvb xx n1, cc-acp vvb pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 971 | Page 175 |
6006 | 2. A Christian can do no duty perfectly, hence must repair to Christ to help him to do every duty better; | 2. A Christian can do no duty perfectly, hence must repair to christ to help him to do every duty better; | crd dt njp vmb vdi dx n1 av-j, av vmb vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi d n1 av-jc; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 972 | Page 175 |
6007 | hence though he must use that power he hath, and do what he can, yet he must not content himself with what he hath, | hence though he must use that power he hath, and do what he can, yet he must not content himself with what he hath, | av cs pns31 vmb vvi d n1 pns31 vhz, cc vdb r-crq pns31 vmb, av pns31 vmb xx vvi px31 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 972 | Page 175 |
6008 | but seek for more, and what a sweet life is this? What honour would here come in? God lets in a new light into my minde, | but seek for more, and what a sweet life is this? What honour would Here come in? God lets in a new Light into my mind, | cc-acp vvb p-acp av-dc, cc q-crq dt j n1 vbz d? q-crq n1 vmd av vvi p-acp? np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 972 | Page 175 |
6009 | now I may and must see his truth, I saw it yesterday, but I may and must go to Christ to do it better; | now I may and must see his truth, I saw it yesterday, but I may and must go to christ to do it better; | av pns11 vmb cc vmb vvi po31 n1, pns11 vvd pn31 av-an, cc-acp pns11 vmb cc vmb vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi pn31 av-jc; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 972 | Page 175 |
6010 | I must not quench the Spirit of prayer, but carry the key with me, and next day pray better. | I must not quench the Spirit of prayer, but carry the key with me, and next day pray better. | pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp pno11, cc ord n1 vvb av-jc. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 972 | Page 175 |
6011 | And thus the soul is thankful for what it hath, and emptying it self notwithstanding that, | And thus the soul is thankful for what it hath, and emptying it self notwithstanding that, | cc av dt n1 vbz j p-acp r-crq pn31 vhz, cc vvg pn31 n1 p-acp d, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 972 | Page 175 |
6012 | and daily then receiving from Christ. And I beleeve many Christians fail here: As in the body, meat feeds and strengthens life, so I cannot live without Christ. | and daily then receiving from christ. And I believe many Christians fail Here: As in the body, meat feeds and strengthens life, so I cannot live without christ. | cc av-j av vvg p-acp np1. cc pns11 vvb d np1 vvi av: c-acp p-acp dt n1, n1 vvz cc vvz n1, av pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 972 | Page 175 |
6013 | But doth not this make a man trust to graces? |
But does not this make a man trust to graces? | cc-acp vdz xx d vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp n2? | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 973 | Page 175 |
6014 | To act from them is not to trust to them, |
To act from them is not to trust to them, no more then for a diligent hand to trust to his diligence, | pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, av-dx av-dc cs p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 974 | Page 175 |
6015 | when he acts diligently that so he may be rich. But doth not this dishonour grace to do all by the power of it? |
when he acts diligently that so he may be rich. But does not this dishonour grace to do all by the power of it? | c-crq pns31 vvz av-j cst av pns31 vmb vbi j. cc-acp vdz xx d n1 n1 pc-acp vdi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 974 | Page 175 |
6016 | Then the Saints in heaven that are made perfectly like Christ, |
Then the Saints in heaven that Are made perfectly like christ, and that love the Lord perfectly, should not honour grace by this means, | av dt n2 p-acp n1 cst vbr vvn av-j j np1, cc d n1 dt n1 av-j, vmd xx vvi n1 p-acp d n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 976 | Page 175 |
6035 | Oh that you should have it, when as they know it not. 1. Hence therefore take heed of not owning the Spirit in this his presence. | O that you should have it, when as they know it not. 1. Hence Therefore take heed of not owning the Spirit in this his presence. | uh cst pn22 vmd vhi pn31, c-crq c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 xx. crd av av vvi n1 pp-f xx vvg dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6036 | Do you thus requite the Lord, oh unthankful world! | Do you thus requite the Lord, o unthankful world! | vdb pn22 av vvi dt n1, uh j n1! | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 978 | Page 176 |
6017 | when as this is it that makes them honour it most of all. As David, Lord what am I, and my people, that we should offer willingly: So here. SECT. II. SEE hence what cause of thankfulness to all the people of God, |
when as this is it that makes them honour it most of all. As David, Lord what am I, and my people, that we should offer willingly: So Here. SECT. II SEE hence what cause of thankfulness to all the people of God, that the Lord should make their Souls the Vessels (which he might Easily and justly have dashed in Pieces) to receive and preserve this Eternal anointing; | c-crq p-acp d vbz pn31 cst vvz pno32 vvi pn31 av-ds pp-f d. p-acp np1, n1 q-crq vbm pns11, cc po11 n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi av-j: av av. n1. crd vvb av q-crq n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi po32 n2 dt n2 (r-crq pns31 vmd av-j cc av-j vhb vvn p-acp n2) pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j vvg; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 976 | Page 175 |
6018 | I do beleeve there is no man that knows the bitterness of sin, the plague of his own heart, | I do believe there is no man that knows the bitterness of since, the plague of his own heart, | pns11 vdb vvi pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6019 | but when he sees Christ is his, yet it makes him mourn that there should be so little suitableness between the Lord and him, | but when he sees christ is his, yet it makes him mourn that there should be so little suitableness between the Lord and him, | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz np1 vbz png31, av pn31 vvz pno31 vvi cst a-acp vmd vbi av j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc pno31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6020 | so little likeness between his life and Christ; | so little likeness between his life and christ; | av j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc np1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6021 | what though the Lord love me, and yet my heart weary of him? what though the Lord bless me, | what though the Lord love me, and yet my heart weary of him? what though the Lord bless me, | r-crq cs dt n1 vvb pno11, cc av po11 n1 j pp-f pno31? q-crq cs dt n1 vvb pno11, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6022 | and my heart abuse him? and hence this makes it thankful, Rom. 7. 24, 25. This is so far from dishonouring grace, | and my heart abuse him? and hence this makes it thankful, Rom. 7. 24, 25. This is so Far from Dishonoring grace, | cc po11 n1 vvi pno31? cc av d vvz pn31 j, np1 crd crd, crd d vbz av av-j p-acp vvg n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6023 | as that the Apostle makes this the matter of admiration of Gods grace, Eph. 2. 3, 4. God who is rich in mercy, | as that the Apostle makes this the matter of admiration of God's grace, Ephesians 2. 3, 4. God who is rich in mercy, | c-acp cst dt n1 vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd crd, crd np1 r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6024 | when dead in sins hath quickned us: Not only quickned our head, for hence is cause of eternal praise, but us; | when dead in Sins hath quickened us: Not only quickened our head, for hence is cause of Eternal praise, but us; | c-crq j p-acp n2 vhz vvn pno12: xx av-j vvn po12 n1, c-acp av vbz n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp pno12; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6025 | and hence he hath set us up in heavenly places in him: This is the state of all men, they cannot do one spiritual act; | and hence he hath Set us up in heavenly places in him: This is the state of all men, they cannot do one spiritual act; | cc av pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp p-acp j n2 p-acp pno31: d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, pns32 vmbx vdi crd j n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6026 | now that the Lord should help when all creatures left us, is wonderful, but that it should be with such a life, | now that the Lord should help when all creatures left us, is wondered, but that it should be with such a life, | av cst dt n1 vmd vvi c-crq d n2 vvd pno12, vbz j, cc-acp cst pn31 vmd vbi p-acp d dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6027 | even the life of Christ Jesus himself, for the same Spirit that raised him from the dead dwells in us, | even the life of christ jesus himself, for the same Spirit that raised him from the dead dwells in us, | av dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 px31, p-acp dt d n1 cst vvd pno31 p-acp dt j vvz p-acp pno12, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6028 | and the same Spirit that is now in glory with him, is in us, 1 Pet. 5. 1. This is mercy indeed; | and the same Spirit that is now in glory with him, is in us, 1 Pet. 5. 1. This is mercy indeed; | cc dt d n1 cst vbz av p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, vbz p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd crd d vbz n1 av; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6029 | that he should not only die for us, and live in heaven for us, but that he should love so dearly as to come and live in us, that when our sins had slain him, he should not onely come and dwell in our houses, | that he should not only die for us, and live in heaven for us, but that he should love so dearly as to come and live in us, that when our Sins had slave him, he should not only come and dwell in our houses, | cst pns31 vmd xx av-j vvi p-acp pno12, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi av av-jn c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno12, cst c-crq po12 n2 vhd vvn pno31, pns31 vmd xx av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6030 | nor onely lay his head in our bosome, but live in our hearts, where he finds such poor welcome, | nor only lay his head in our bosom, but live in our hearts, where he finds such poor welcome, | ccx av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pns31 vvz d j n-jn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6031 | and ill entertainment at our hands, I tell you this is wonderful, to make his habitation in us, that before we go to live with him, he should live in us: | and ill entertainment At our hands, I tell you this is wondered, to make his habitation in us, that before we go to live with him, he should live in us: | cc j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns11 vvb pn22 d vbz j, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno12, cst c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno12: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6032 | Let them that never knew what this meant refuse to be thankful, but if you find it so, forget not this love, Iohn 14. 17. Ile send the Spirit whom the World cannot receive, because it knows him not. | Let them that never knew what this meant refuse to be thankful, but if you find it so, forget not this love, John 14. 17. I'll send the Spirit whom the World cannot receive, Because it knows him not. | vvb pno32 cst av vvd r-crq d vvd vvi pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp cs pn22 vvb pn31 av, vvb xx d n1, np1 crd crd pns11|vmb vvi dt n1 ro-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi, c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 xx. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6033 | The Lord sends the Spirit in common graces, and the World doth receive that also in prophetical and miraculous gifts, and it doth receive that; | The Lord sends the Spirit in Common graces, and the World does receive that also in prophetical and miraculous Gifts, and it does receive that; | dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp j n2, cc dt n1 vdz vvi cst av p-acp j cc j n2, cc pn31 vdz vvi d; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 977 | Page 176 |
6037 | not so much as to own the presence of such a friend, neither in your selves, nor yet in others. | not so much as to own the presence of such a friend, neither in your selves, nor yet in Others. | xx av av-d c-acp p-acp d dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, av-dx p-acp po22 n2, ccx av p-acp n2-jn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 978 | Page 176 |
6038 | How like the world is it to think that there is no such thing? 2. Take heed therefore of not esteeming highly of it. | How like the world is it to think that there is no such thing? 2. Take heed Therefore of not esteeming highly of it. | c-crq av-j dt n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz dx d n1? crd vvb n1 av pp-f xx vvg av-j pp-f pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 978 | Page 176 |
6039 | If ever God broke thy heart, thou wilt esteem this life, this principle as the greatest piece of love; | If ever God broke thy heart, thou wilt esteem this life, this principle as the greatest piece of love; | cs av np1 vvd po21 n1, pns21 vm2 vvi d n1, d n1 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 979 | Page 176 |
6040 | and say, Lord I shall account this as the greatest part of love in the world, Psal. 119. 68. Thou art good, oh teach me thy Statutes: | and say, Lord I shall account this as the greatest part of love in the world, Psalm 119. 68. Thou art good, o teach me thy Statutes: | cc vvb, n1 pns11 vmb vvi d c-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd pns21 vb2r j, uh vvb pno11 po21 n2: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 979 | Page 176 |
6041 | Now to undervalue this, and to account it common, and hence as no sign of love, 'tis a part of unthankfulness. | Now to undervalue this, and to account it Common, and hence as no Signen of love, it's a part of unthankfulness. | av pc-acp vvi d, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 j, cc av c-acp dx n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 979 | Page 176 |
6042 | 3. Take heed of imprisoning the Spirit of grace, common truth, Rom. 1. 18. It was fearful to imprison and silence that, much more this. | 3. Take heed of imprisoning the Spirit of grace, Common truth, Rom. 1. 18. It was fearful to imprison and silence that, much more this. | crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, j n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbds j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d, av-d av-dc d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 980 | Page 176 |
6043 | It was the complaint of the Church in those days, None stirs up himself, Isai. 64. 7. What strength the Lord gives, let me use; | It was the complaint of the Church in those days, None stirs up himself, Isaiah 64. 7. What strength the Lord gives, let me use; | pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2, pix vvz p-acp px31, np1 crd crd q-crq n1 dt n1 vvz, vvb pno11 vvi; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 980 | Page 176 |
6044 | what I want, the Lord hath enough to help me withal; put it to exercise, or else affliction will. | what I want, the Lord hath enough to help me withal; put it to exercise, or Else affliction will. | r-crq pns11 vvb, dt n1 vhz av-d pc-acp vvi pno11 av; vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi, cc av n1 vmb. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 980 | Page 176 |
6045 | 4. Take heed of enfeebling this Principle, weakning of it: | 4. Take heed of enfeebling this Principle, weakening of it: | crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg d n1, vvg pp-f pn31: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 981 | Page 176 |
6046 | The Church of Sardis things were ready to die in it, you should strengthen this inner man, not weaken it, either by not feeding it with Christ, | The Church of Sardis things were ready to die in it, you should strengthen this inner man, not weaken it, either by not feeding it with christ, | dt n1 pp-f np1 n2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pn22 vmd vvi d j n1, xx vvi pn31, av-d p-acp xx vvg pn31 p-acp np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 981 | Page 176 |
6047 | or wounding it with known sins against Christ. | or wounding it with known Sins against christ. | cc vvg pn31 p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 981 | Page 176 |
6048 | Therefore let all the Churches know this, and take heed that you do not refuse to own this: | Therefore let all the Churches know this, and take heed that you do not refuse to own this: | av vvb d dt n2 vvb d, cc vvb n1 cst pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp d d: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 981 | Page 177 |
6049 | where else will you make the difference between men, that either Churches may discern them, or you may discern, and so have peace your selves. | where Else will you make the difference between men, that either Churches may discern them, or you may discern, and so have peace your selves. | c-crq av vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, cst d n2 vmb vvi pno32, cc pn22 vmb vvi, cc av vhb n1 po22 n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 981 | Page 177 |
6050 | Hence see the reason of that inward hypocrisie that is in many mens hearts, |
Hence see the reason of that inward hypocrisy that is in many men's hearts, so that the best profession of many a man is but a Scheme; an Image, a very craft ▪ a very artificial from; | av vvi dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 cst vbz p-acp d ng2 n2, av cst dt js n1 pp-f d dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; dt n1, dt j n1 ▪ dt j j n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6051 | all the duties are fair without, but sapless, liveless, within: | all the duties Are fair without, but sapless, Lifeless, within: | d dt n2 vbr j p-acp, cc-acp j, j, a-acp: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6052 | Here is the reason they have no inward principle of life, or if they do go to Christ, they have no such principle within them, to carry them to him, | Here is the reason they have no inward principle of life, or if they do go to christ, they have no such principle within them, to carry them to him, | av vbz dt n1 pns32 vhb dx j n1 pp-f n1, cc cs pns32 vdb vvi p-acp np1, pns32 vhb dx d n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pno31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6053 | so as to receive life from him; | so as to receive life from him; | av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6054 | and hence confess sin without sorrow or shame, petition without thirsting, live without love, do without life, | and hence confess since without sorrow or shame, petition without thirsting, live without love, do without life, | cc av vvb n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp vvg, vvb p-acp n1, vdb p-acp n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6055 | because there is no spring, but a dry heart within; | Because there is no spring, but a dry heart within; | c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6056 | and hence they must do duty, but they must make dead work of it, and hence all is but an appearance, | and hence they must do duty, but they must make dead work of it, and hence all is but an appearance, | cc av pns32 vmb vdi n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi j n1 pp-f pn31, cc av d vbz p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6057 | and at best but a would be: | and At best but a would be: | cc p-acp av-js cc-acp dt vmd vbi: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6080 | if they plead Christ, and their allness in him. | if they plead christ, and their allness in him. | cs pns32 vvb np1, cc po32 n1 p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 986 | Page 177 |
6081 | 2. This blurs all the glory of a Christian, or at least the greatest part of it: | 2. This blurs all the glory of a Christian, or At least the greatest part of it: | crd np1 vvz d dt n1 pp-f dt njp, cc p-acp ds dt js n1 pp-f pn31: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 987 | Page 177 |
6058 | This is in a great measure in Saints when the Spirit within is quenched, but it is in full age and strength in hypocritical hearts, Ier. 4. 14. when the profession of Iudah was great, | This is in a great measure in Saints when the Spirit within is quenched, but it is in full age and strength in hypocritical hearts, Jeremiah 4. 14. when the profession of Iudah was great, | d vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2 c-crq dt n1 a-acp vbz vvn, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6059 | and the Prophets had scarce any thing to say against them for outside, Oh Ierusalem, wash thy heart from wickedness, there thy wo lies, it enters to the very heart; | and the prophets had scarce any thing to say against them for outside, O Ierusalem, wash thy heart from wickedness, there thy woe lies, it enters to the very heart; | cc dt n2 vhd av-j d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1-an, uh np1, vvb po21 n1 p-acp n1, a-acp po21 n1 vvz, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6060 | so Christ, How can he that is evil, bring forth good fruit. | so christ, How can he that is evil, bring forth good fruit. | av np1, c-crq vmb pns31 cst vbz j-jn, vvb av j n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6061 | And this is that which may make men mourn, if I forsake all profession, I shame my self before men, | And this is that which may make men mourn, if I forsake all profession, I shame my self before men, | cc d vbz d r-crq vmb vvi n2 vvi, cs pns11 vvb d n1, pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6062 | if not, I must blaspheme the Lords Name, and play the Hypocrite before the Lord, Matth. 12. 33, 34, 35. SECT. III. | if not, I must Blaspheme the lords Name, and play the Hypocrite before the Lord, Matthew 12. 33, 34, 35. SECT. III. | cs xx, pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 vvb, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd n1. np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 982 | Page 177 |
6063 | TO take heed of denying the grace of God, or this inward principle, |
TO take heed of denying the grace of God, or this inward principle, in Whole, | p-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d j n1, p-acp j-jn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 983 | Page 177 |
6064 | or in part, for this inward principle, being the life of Christ in us, |
or in part, for this inward principle, being the life of christ in us, to deny this is to deny christ, | cc p-acp n1, c-acp d j n1, vbg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d vbz pc-acp vvi np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 983 | Page 177 |
6065 | and to take away his life; and such the Lord will deny before his Angels another day: | and to take away his life; and such the Lord will deny before his Angels Another day: | cc pc-acp vvi av po31 n1; cc d dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2 j-jn n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 983 | Page 177 |
6066 | When they shall say, Have we not eat and drank in thy presence, he shall answer, I never knew you: | When they shall say, Have we not eat and drank in thy presence, he shall answer, I never knew you: | c-crq pns32 vmb vvi, vhb pns12 xx vvi cc vvd p-acp po21 n1, pns31 vmb vvi, pns11 av-x vvd pn22: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 983 | Page 177 |
6067 | I shall therefore here direct my speech to four sorts. | I shall Therefore Here Direct my speech to four sorts. | pns11 vmb av av vvi po11 n1 p-acp crd n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 983 | Page 177 |
6068 | First, To those that deny created graces in the Saints peculiar unto them only, its said there are none such in the Country, | First, To those that deny created graces in the Saints peculiar unto them only, its said there Are none such in the Country, | ord, p-acp d cst vvb vvn n2 p-acp dt n2 j p-acp pno32 av-j, pn31|vbz vvn pc-acp vbr pix d p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 984 | Page 177 |
6069 | if there are not, it may be there have been, and it may be will be, and therfore ile speak: | if there Are not, it may be there have been, and it may be will be, and Therefore Isle speak: | cs pc-acp vbr xx, pn31 vmb vbi pc-acp vhi vbn, cc pn31 vmb vbi vmb vbi, cc av pns11|vmb vvi: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 984 | Page 177 |
6070 | For I beleeve 'tis a delusion digged and hatcht out of the steam of the lowest sink in Hell: | For I believe it's a delusion dug and hatched out of the steam of the lowest sink in Hell: | c-acp pns11 vvb pn31|vbz dt n1 vvn cc vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 984 | Page 177 |
6071 | And therefore that all may take heed of the evill of it, I will first shew the evill of it, | And Therefore that all may take heed of the evil of it, I will First show the evil of it, | cc av cst d vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f pn31, pns11 vmb ord vvi dt n-jn pp-f pn31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 984 | Page 177 |
6072 | then the causes that do beget it. I. The evils of this delusion are these. | then the Causes that do beget it. I. The evils of this delusion Are these. | cs dt n2 cst vdb vvi pn31. np1 dt n2-jn pp-f d n1 vbr d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 984 | Page 177 |
6073 | 1. It settles and fastens a man under the power of all his sin, and yet with a quiet Conscience, | 1. It settles and fastens a man under the power of all his since, and yet with a quiet Conscience, | crd pn31 vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n1, cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 986 | Page 177 |
6074 | and yet to keep his Christ too. It transcends my capacity from whatever I have read, or have heard, or have felt, | and yet to keep his christ too. It transcends my capacity from whatever I have read, or have herd, or have felt, | cc av pc-acp vvi po31 np1 av. pn31 vvz po11 n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, cc vhb vvn, cc vhb vvn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 986 | Page 177 |
6075 | or can imagine how the power of sin can be taken away, but where the Spirit infuseth the contrary grace; | or can imagine how the power of since can be taken away, but where the Spirit infuseth the contrary grace; | cc vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn av, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt j-jn n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 986 | Page 177 |
6076 | an empty house swept and garnished with common gifts, is but a fitting house for Satan to return into: | an empty house swept and garnished with Common Gifts, is but a fitting house for Satan to return into: | dt j n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp j n2, vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 986 | Page 177 |
6077 | Say therefore a man may have no such graces, and yet have Christ, and them in Christ, you stake this man down under his sin, | Say Therefore a man may have no such graces, and yet have christ, and them in christ, you stake this man down under his since, | vvb av dt n1 vmb vhi dx d n2, cc av vhi np1, cc pno32 p-acp np1, pn22 n1 d n1 a-acp p-acp po31 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 986 | Page 177 |
6078 | and make this member of Satan, a member of Christ Jesus. | and make this member of Satan, a member of christ jesus. | cc vvi d n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 986 | Page 177 |
6079 | And upon this ground all Churches in the Land may be forced in Conscience to take in all prophane members, | And upon this ground all Churches in the Land may be forced in Conscience to take in all profane members, | cc p-acp d n1 d n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 986 | Page 177 |
6082 | For what is the glory of a Saint? 'Tis to be like Jesus Christ the Lord of glory, to bear his Image before God and men: | For what is the glory of a Saint? It's to be like jesus christ the Lord of glory, to bear his Image before God and men: | c-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1? pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi av-j np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1 cc n2: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 987 | Page 177 |
6083 | As to see a man with a Swines face would be the shame of a man; | As to see a man with a Swine face would be the shame of a man; | c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 987 | Page 177 |
6084 | to see a Christian with Satans Image, is the shame of a Christian; | to see a Christian with Satan Image, is the shame of a Christian; | pc-acp vvi dt njp p-acp npg1 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 987 | Page 177 |
6085 | but to be like our Head, this is our glory, though it be in sufferings, 2 Cor. 3. 18. heavenly, humble, compassionate, holy, as he was; | but to be like our Head, this is our glory, though it be in sufferings, 2 Cor. 3. 18. heavenly, humble, compassionate, holy, as he was; | cc-acp pc-acp vbi av-j po12 n1, d vbz po12 n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp n2, crd np1 crd crd j, j, j, j, c-acp pns31 vbds; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 987 | Page 177 |
6086 | and hence when God hath a mind to make Churches or Christians base in the eyes of the world, he will withdraw here, | and hence when God hath a mind to make Churches or Christians base in the eyes of the world, he will withdraw Here, | cc av c-crq np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc np1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi av, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 987 | Page 178 |
6087 | and when he intends to draw the world after him, he will glorifie it with his glory, Isai. 60. 6, 7. | and when he intends to draw the world After him, he will Glorify it with his glory, Isaiah 60. 6, 7. | cc c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 987 | Page 178 |
6088 | 3. It cuts off a Christian from all hope of glory, how many be there that scramble and catch at Christ, | 3. It cuts off a Christian from all hope of glory, how many be there that scramble and catch At christ, | crd pn31 vvz a-acp dt njp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d vbb a-acp d vvb cc vvi p-acp np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 988 | Page 178 |
6089 | and every one saith he is mine, The proud man saith, he is mine, and hopes now verily to be saved, but that hope is vain; | and every one Says he is mine, The proud man Says, he is mine, and hope's now verily to be saved, but that hope is vain; | cc d pi vvz pns31 vbz png11, dt j n1 vvz, pns31 vbz png11, cc n2 av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp cst n1 vbz j; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 988 | Page 178 |
6090 | they have Christ out of them, but where is Christ in them? The life of Christ, | they have christ out of them, but where is christ in them? The life of christ, | pns32 vhb np1 av pp-f pno32, cc-acp q-crq vbz np1 p-acp pno32? dt n1 pp-f np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 988 | Page 178 |
6091 | and the Spirit of Christ? Col. 1. 27. Christ in you, the hope of glory. | and the Spirit of christ? Col. 1. 27. christ in you, the hope of glory. | cc dt n1 pp-f np1? np1 crd crd np1 p-acp pn22, dt n1 pp-f n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 988 | Page 178 |
6092 | 4. Give me but one place in all the Book of God, where blessedness is bestowed upon, | 4. Give me but one place in all the Book of God, where blessedness is bestowed upon, | crd vvb pno11 p-acp crd n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 989 | Page 178 |
6093 | or conveyed unto any, or promised but to such as have these grace•. | or conveyed unto any, or promised but to such as have these grace•. | cc vvn p-acp d, cc vvd p-acp p-acp d c-acp vhb d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 989 | Page 178 |
6094 | Blessed is he that feareth the Lord, and greatly delighteth, &c. Psal. 112. 1, 2. If there be no such thing, let any man expect it if he can. II. The Causes. | Blessed is he that fears the Lord, and greatly delights, etc. Psalm 112. 1, 2. If there be no such thing, let any man expect it if he can. II The Causes. | vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz dt n1, cc av-j vvz, av np1 crd crd, crd cs pc-acp vbb dx d n1, vvb d n1 vvb pn31 cs pns31 vmb. crd dt n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 989 | Page 178 |
6095 | 1. A magnifying Christ, and making him our Sanctification, when as you heard the last day, this is to deny him to be our Sanctification: | 1. A magnifying christ, and making him our Sanctification, when as you herd the last day, this is to deny him to be our Sanctification: | crd dt vvg np1, cc vvg pno31 po12 n1, c-crq c-acp pn22 vvd dt ord n1, d vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi po12 n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 991 | Page 178 |
6096 | He becomes our righteousness by imputation of his holiness, and our Sanctification by infusing of it. | He becomes our righteousness by imputation of his holiness, and our Sanctification by infusing of it. | pns31 vvz po12 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc po12 n1 p-acp vvg pp-f pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 991 | Page 178 |
6097 | Nay, hence a man deprive• himself, of all good in the Lord Jesus, when a man denies all grace in himself, | Nay, hence a man deprive• himself, of all good in the Lord jesus, when a man Denies all grace in himself, | uh-x, av dt n1 n1 px31, pp-f d j p-acp dt n1 np1, c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp px31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 991 | Page 178 |
6098 | and then flies for Sanctuary unto Jesus Christ, • Iohn 1. 6, 7. If we say we have fellowship with him, | and then flies for Sanctuary unto jesus christ, • John 1. 6, 7. If we say we have fellowship with him, | cc av vvz p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1, • np1 crd crd, crd cs pns12 vvb pns12 vhb n1 p-acp pno31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 991 | Page 178 |
6099 | and walk in darkness, we lie, &c. And hence it seems they denied men to have sin, vers. 8. boasting of fellowship with Christ, vers. 6. 2. Because there are (say men) onely immediate actings of the Spirit. | and walk in darkness, we lie, etc. And hence it seems they denied men to have since, vers. 8. boasting of fellowship with christ, vers. 6. 2. Because there Are (say men) only immediate actings of the Spirit. | cc vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vvb, av cc av pn31 vvz pns32 vvd n2 pc-acp vhi n1, fw-la. crd vvg pp-f n1 p-acp np1, fw-la. crd crd p-acp a-acp vbr (n1 n2) av-j j n2 pp-f dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 991 | Page 178 |
6100 | If this be so, then there is seeing in a Christian without an eye, and hearing without an ear, | If this be so, then there is seeing in a Christian without an eye, and hearing without an ear, | cs d vbb av, av pc-acp vbz vvg p-acp dt njp p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 992 | Page 178 |
6101 | and knowing Christ without an understanding, and loving without love, and living without life, and feeding and eating without a mouth; | and knowing christ without an understanding, and loving without love, and living without life, and feeding and eating without a Mouth; | cc vvg np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp n1, cc vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 992 | Page 178 |
6191 | 2. The apostacy of eminent Professors, who have bin deceived in their evidencing thus: | 2. The apostasy of eminent Professors, who have been deceived in their evidencing thus: | crd dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp po32 n-vvg av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1008 | Page 180 |
6102 | and then when these actings are over, a Christian is like another man, there is no Law remains written on his heart, | and then when these actings Are over, a Christian is like Another man, there is no Law remains written on his heart, | cc av c-crq d n2 vbr a-acp, dt njp vbz av-j j-jn n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvz vvn p-acp po31 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 992 | Page 178 |
6103 | and so Christ should enter into his Saints, like Satan into the Serpent, who only acts the Serpent, | and so christ should enter into his Saints, like Satan into the Serpent, who only acts the Serpent, | cc av np1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2, j np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-j vvz dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 992 | Page 178 |
6104 | and when that is done, he remains a Serpent again. Know it, the Lord Jesus his greatest work is not onely to change the acts, | and when that is done, he remains a Serpent again. Know it, the Lord jesus his greatest work is not only to change the acts, | cc c-crq d vbz vdn, pns31 vvz dt n1 av. vvb pn31, dt n1 np1 po31 js n1 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 992 | Page 178 |
6105 | but to change the frame of the heart, not only to put new actions, but a new nature into men. | but to change the frame of the heart, not only to put new actions, but a new nature into men. | cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi j n2, cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 992 | Page 178 |
6106 | 3. Because men know not the Spirit, never felt the presence, not power, nor comfort of it themselves; | 3. Because men know not the Spirit, never felt the presence, not power, nor Comfort of it themselves; | crd p-acp n2 vvb xx dt n1, av-x vvd dt n1, xx n1, ccx n1 pp-f pn31 px32; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 993 | Page 178 |
6107 | and hence men do as some Countries, because themselves are black, they paint the Devil whi•e. | and hence men do as Some Countries, Because themselves Are black, they paint the devil whi•e. | cc av n2 vdb c-acp d n2, c-acp px32 vbr j-jn, pns32 vvb dt n1 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 993 | Page 178 |
6108 | Iohn 14. 17. The World cannot re•eive, because it knows him not. | John 14. 17. The World cannot re•eive, Because it knows him not. | np1 crd crd dt n1 vmbx vvi, c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 xx. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 993 | Page 178 |
6109 | Give me any Christian living that ever found the sweetness of it, but his longings were to have more of that grace, to forget things behinde, and reach to things before, | Give me any Christian living that ever found the sweetness of it, but his longings were to have more of that grace, to forget things behind, and reach to things before, | vvb pno11 d np1 vvg cst av vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp po31 n2-vvg vbdr pc-acp vhi dc pp-f d n1, p-acp vvb n2 a-acp, cc vvi p-acp n2 a-acp, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 993 | Page 178 |
6110 | even to the resurrection of the dead, whom I believe none will say want all habits of grace: | even to the resurrection of the dead, whom I believe none will say want all habits of grace: | av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, ro-crq pns11 vvb pix vmb vvi vvi d n2 pp-f n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 993 | Page 178 |
6111 | I look upon the Opinion as coming with a curse from God: | I look upon the Opinion as coming with a curse from God: | pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 993 | Page 178 |
6112 | A man hath been a dry Professor long, Conscience saith, There is no grace in the heart, and hence is troubled; | A man hath been a dry Professor long, Conscience Says, There is no grace in the heart, and hence is troubled; | dt n1 vhz vbn dt j n1 av-j, n1 vvz, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vbz vvn; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 993 | Page 178 |
6113 | True, saith he, there is none in Saints, it is in Christ, and there he catcheth and deceives himself. | True, Says he, there is none in Saints, it is in christ, and there he Catches and deceives himself. | j, vvz pns31, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n2, pn31 vbz p-acp np1, cc a-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz px31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 993 | Page 178 |
6114 | Secondly, Those that do acknowledge them, but any power or activity in them they deny; | Secondly, Those that do acknowledge them, but any power or activity in them they deny; | ord, d cst vdb vvi pno32, cc-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 pns32 vvb; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6115 | they say there is oyl indeed in the Vessel, but it helps not, 'tis no means to make the Lamp to burn or shine; | they say there is oil indeed in the Vessel, but it helps not, it's no means to make the Lamp to burn or shine; | pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz xx, pn31|vbz dx n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6116 | there is the life of Christ, but it is a dead life, they call them the graces of Christ, | there is the life of christ, but it is a dead life, they call them the graces of christ, | pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, pns32 vvb pno32 dt n2 pp-f np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6117 | but they are but fruitless graces. | but they Are but fruitless graces. | cc-acp pns32 vbr p-acp j n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6118 | I confess it, if you consider them without the Spirit of Christ, they are no true graces, much less active or living ones; | I confess it, if you Consider them without the Spirit of christ, they Are no true graces, much less active or living ones; | pns11 vvb pn31, cs pn22 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr dx j n2, av-d av-dc j cc j-vvg pi2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6119 | but consider them thus, they have a power, as take the least grain of corn, there is a growing power in it, | but Consider them thus, they have a power, as take the least grain of corn, there is a growing power in it, | cc-acp vvb pno32 av, pns32 vhb dt n1, c-acp vvb dt ds n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6120 | & fructifying too in it by dying first, though it actually doth not fructifie presently, | & fructifying too in it by dying First, though it actually does not fructify presently, | cc j-vvg av p-acp pn31 p-acp vvg ord, cs pn31 av-j vdz xx vvi av-j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6121 | and though there must be rain, and Sun must shine also, and a providence accompanying of it, | and though there must be rain, and Sun must shine also, and a providence accompanying of it, | cc cs pc-acp vmb vbi n1, cc n1 vmb vvi av, cc dt n1 vvg pp-f pn31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6122 | so it is in the graces of Saints: | so it is in the graces of Saints: | av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6123 | And hence its called a Law of the mind, there is a power of a Law, | And hence its called a Law of the mind, there is a power of a Law, | cc av pn31|vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6124 | as of sing and hence as Christ grew in wisdome and stature, so all the members of Christ are like unto him. I. The evill of this. | as of sing and hence as christ grew in Wisdom and stature, so all the members of christ Are like unto him. I. The evil of this. | c-acp pp-f vvg cc av c-acp np1 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, av d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av-j p-acp pno31. np1 dt n-jn pp-f d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 994 | Page 178 |
6125 | 1. This abates of the excellency of grace, as from a Jewel to take away the oper•tive vertue of it. | 1. This abates of the excellency of grace, as from a Jewel to take away the oper•tive virtue of it. | crd np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 pp-f pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 996 | Page 179 |
6126 | Fo• it's not like Christs now, which is strong through God, not weak; which is living, no• dead. | Fo• it's not like Christ now, which is strong through God, not weak; which is living, no• dead. | n1 pn31|vbz xx av-j npg1 av, r-crq vbz j p-acp np1, xx j; r-crq vbz vvg, n1 j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 996 | Page 179 |
6127 | This is not like the glorious Graces of Saints triumphing. This makes the Graces of Saints of less excellency then common Graces: | This is not like the glorious Graces of Saints triumphing. This makes the Graces of Saints of less excellency then Common Graces: | d vbz xx av-j dt j n2 pp-f n2 vvg. np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2 pp-f dc n1 cs j n2: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 996 | Page 179 |
6128 | common Grace will make a man •ide over many a sin, and run exceeding fast, though he fall at last. | Common Grace will make a man •ide over many a since, and run exceeding fast, though he fallen At last. | j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc vvb av-vvg av-j, cs pns31 vvb p-acp ord. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 996 | Page 179 |
6129 | A man that hath bin angry, it will make him very quiet and still, and is there no more power in this? | A man that hath been angry, it will make him very quiet and still, and is there no more power in this? | dt n1 cst vhz vbn j, pn31 vmb vvi pno31 av j-jn cc j, cc vbz pc-acp dx dc n1 p-acp d? | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 996 | Page 179 |
6130 | 2. This will make a man content himself with a bare form, with a false confidence if this be true. | 2. This will make a man content himself with a bore from, with a false confidence if this be true. | crd d vmb vvi dt n1 vvi px31 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 cs d vbb j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 997 | Page 179 |
6131 | For take a man that hath bin long seeking to get strength against a vile heart, and •e finds none; | For take a man that hath been long seeking to get strength against a vile heart, and •e finds none; | p-acp vvi dt n1 cst vhz vbn av-j vvg pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 vvz pix; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 997 | Page 179 |
6132 | there is no power of heavenliness, he is earthy; no meekness, he is proud; | there is no power of heavenliness, he is earthy; no meekness, he is proud; | a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz j; dx n1, pns31 vbz j; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 997 | Page 179 |
6133 | I would say to him, do you ever think to get any power of meekness, love, faith, &c. You shall never do it, never have it here; | I would say to him, do you ever think to get any power of meekness, love, faith, etc. You shall never do it, never have it Here; | pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, vdb pn22 av vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, av pn22 vmb av-x vdi pn31, av-x vhb pn31 av; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 997 | Page 179 |
6134 | all your strength is immediatly from Christ, look for it there; in conscience a man must cease there. | all your strength is immediately from christ, look for it there; in conscience a man must cease there. | d po22 n1 vbz av-j p-acp np1, vvb p-acp pn31 a-acp; p-acp n1 dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 997 | Page 179 |
6135 | And 'tis certain all our strength is in, and from the Lord; | And it's certain all our strength is in, and from the Lord; | cc pn31|vbz j d po12 n1 vbz p-acp, cc p-acp dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 997 | Page 179 |
6136 | but 'tis dispensed mediatly, Eph. 3. 16. Paul prays he may be strengthned with might in the inner man. | but it's dispensed mediately, Ephesians 3. 16. Paul prays he may be strengthened with might in the inner man. | cc-acp pn31|vbz vvn av-j, np1 crd crd np1 vvz pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 997 | Page 179 |
6137 | Or thus, a man may not pray for strength of Grace, which Paul refused not. | Or thus, a man may not pray for strength of Grace, which Paul refused not. | cc av, dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vvd xx. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 997 | Page 179 |
6138 | 3. Then the Saints if they be asked whether they believe, or can love the Lord Jesus; | 3. Then the Saints if they be asked whither they believe, or can love the Lord jesus; | crd av dt n2 cs pns32 vbb vvn cs pns32 vvb, cc vmb vvi dt n1 np1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 998 | Page 179 |
6139 | their answer must be, no I have no power to love, nor beleeve, and then Peter did ill to answer so, Lord thou knowest that I love thee. | their answer must be, no I have no power to love, nor believe, and then Peter did ill to answer so, Lord thou Knowest that I love thee. | po32 n1 vmb vbi, dx pns11 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, ccx vvi, cc av np1 vdd av-jn pc-acp vvi av, n1 pns21 vv2 cst pns11 vvb pno21. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 998 | Page 179 |
6140 | Then Paul to say, We can do nothing but for the Truth. | Then Paul to say, We can do nothing but for the Truth. | av np1 pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmb vdi pix cc-acp p-acp dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 998 | Page 179 |
6141 | Then that Martyr that to then that said, the Lord strengthen you: yes saith he, the Lord doth. | Then that Martyr that to then that said, the Lord strengthen you: yes Says he, the Lord does. | av cst n1 cst p-acp av cst vvd, dt n1 vvb pn22: uh vvz pns31, dt n1 vdz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 998 | Page 179 |
6142 | I know if the Lord withdraw his Spirit, we are gone, as Adam; but is there not the immutable assistance of it? Is there not the Promise, I will never leave thee, though sometimes weaker, sometimes stronger? | I know if the Lord withdraw his Spirit, we Are gone, as Adam; but is there not the immutable assistance of it? Is there not the Promise, I will never leave thee, though sometime Weaker, sometime Stronger? | pns11 vvb cs dt n1 vvb po31 n1, pns12 vbr vvn, c-acp np1; a-acp vbz pc-acp xx dt j n1 pp-f pn31? vbz pc-acp xx dt n1, pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno21, c-acp av jc, av jc? | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 998 | Page 179 |
6143 | 4. This will make a Christian hide and not improve his Talents; he hath Grace, but no power to put it forth. | 4. This will make a Christian hide and not improve his Talents; he hath Grace, but no power to put it forth. | crd d vmb vvi dt njp vvi cc xx vvi po31 n2; pns31 vhz n1, cc-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 999 | Page 179 |
6144 | Then suppose God gives power to see Truth one day, I must not see it with this eye the next; | Then suppose God gives power to see Truth one day, I must not see it with this eye the next; | av vvb np1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi n1 crd n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 dt ord; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 999 | Page 179 |
6145 | but look up to Christ, and say, I cannot see at all. II. Causes of this. | but look up to christ, and say, I cannot see At all. II Causes of this. | cc-acp vvb a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvi, pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp d. crd n2 pp-f d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 999 | Page 179 |
6146 | 1. In opposing the outward principle of life, or first principle, and this second, I must live on C•rist; | 1. In opposing the outward principle of life, or First principle, and this second, I must live on C•rist; | crd p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc ord n1, cc d ord, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1001 | Page 179 |
6147 | hence I must no•, I have no power to act my self in any measure, because all my strength is in him. | hence I must no•, I have no power to act my self in any measure, Because all my strength is in him. | av pns11 vmb n1, pns11 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp d po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1001 | Page 179 |
6148 | Whe• if this were true, a man might argue, because all Grace is originally in Christ, | Whe• if this were true, a man might argue, Because all Grace is originally in christ, | n1 cs d vbdr j, dt n1 vmd vvi, c-acp d n1 vbz av-j p-acp np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1001 | Page 179 |
6149 | hence no Grace in me, because all Glory is in Christ originally; hence no Glory shall be conveyed to me. No, this Scripture reconciles these: | hence no Grace in me, Because all Glory is in christ originally; hence no Glory shall be conveyed to me. No, this Scripture reconciles these: | av dx n1 p-acp pno11, c-acp d n1 vbz p-acp np1 av-j; av dx n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno11. uh-dx, d n1 vvz d: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1001 | Page 179 |
6150 | Because I live, therefore you shall live also, John 14. 19. Because Christ is strong, | Because I live, Therefore you shall live also, John 14. 19. Because christ is strong, | c-acp pns11 vvb, av pn22 vmb vvi av, np1 crd crd p-acp np1 vbz j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1001 | Page 179 |
6151 | hence he will make us strong in the inner man, and not in the Spirit only: | hence he will make us strong in the inner man, and not in the Spirit only: | av pns31 vmb vvi pno12 j p-acp dt j n1, cc xx p-acp dt n1 av-j: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1001 | Page 179 |
6152 | because Christ is glorious, hence we are predestinated to be made like unto him. | Because christ is glorious, hence we Are predestinated to be made like unto him. | c-acp np1 vbz j, av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1001 | Page 179 |
6153 | Because all sap lies in the root, to say therefore there is no sap or power in the branch to fructifie; this is false. | Because all sap lies in the root, to say Therefore there is no sap or power in the branch to fructify; this is false. | p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi av pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; d vbz j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1001 | Page 179 |
6154 | 2. The hypocritical activity of false Professors, who having no spring to feed their wells, no Christ, | 2. The hypocritical activity of false Professors, who having no spring to feed their wells, no christ, | crd dt j n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vhg dx n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av-dx np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1002 | Page 179 |
6155 | nor bucket to draw from him; hence are their own men, and set up for themselves, till the• turn bankrupts. | nor bucket to draw from him; hence Are their own men, and Set up for themselves, till the• turn Bankrupts. | ccx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; av vbr po32 d n2, cc vvd a-acp p-acp px32, c-acp n1 vvi n2-jn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1002 | Page 179 |
6156 | And now because a Pharisee is so active as to go through se• and land to make a Proselyte; | And now Because a Pharisee is so active as to go through se• and land to make a Proselyte; | cc av c-acp dt np1 vbz av j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1002 | Page 179 |
6157 | therefore Paul hath no activity of Grace of Christ in him to go from land to sea to make Christians. | Therefore Paul hath no activity of Grace of christ in him to go from land to sea to make Christians. | av np1 vhz dx n1 pp-f n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1002 | Page 179 |
6158 | 3. Sloth, A man sets upon a duty, and now because he cannot do it easily, | 3. Sloth, A man sets upon a duty, and now Because he cannot do it Easily, | crd np1, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc av c-acp pns31 vmbx vdi pn31 av-j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1003 | Page 179 |
6159 | nor quickly, he cannot do it at all. A man would have Grace active without means; | nor quickly, he cannot do it At all. A man would have Grace active without means; | ccx av-j, pns31 vmbx vdi pn31 p-acp d. dt n1 vmd vhi n1 j p-acp n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1003 | Page 179 |
6160 | and God will not help in that way: and hence many Christians cannot cleave to Christ by love, or desire; | and God will not help in that Way: and hence many Christians cannot cleave to christ by love, or desire; | cc np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1: cc av d np1 vmbx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1003 | Page 179 |
6161 | no, so long as they pore upon their wants, no encouragement, but turn the mind, | no, so long as they poor upon their Wants, no encouragement, but turn the mind, | uh-dx, av av-j c-acp pns32 j p-acp po32 n2, dx n1, cc-acp vvb dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1003 | Page 179 |
6162 | and consider well of the love and glory of Christ, then with P••l, 2 Cor. 5. 14. Christs love constrains. | and Consider well of the love and glory of christ, then with P••l, 2 Cor. 5. 14. Christ love constrains. | cc vvb av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp av, crd np1 crd crd npg1 n1 vvz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1003 | Page 179 |
6163 | 4. Judging that to be the power of Grace at all times, which is at sometimes; | 4. Judging that to be the power of Grace At all times, which is At sometime; | crd vvg cst pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq vbz p-acp av; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1004 | Page 179 |
6164 | A man hath given special occasion for the Lord to leave him, as the Camp in Iosh••hs time, Iosh. 7. and he thinks there is no more power at any time in any man. | A man hath given special occasion for the Lord to leave him, as the Camp in Iosh••hs time, Joshua 7. and he thinks there is no more power At any time in any man. | dt n1 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 n1, np1 crd cc pns31 vvz a-acp vbz dx dc n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1004 | Page 179 |
6165 | For then a man sees all the world cannot help, when if Acha• were removed, the Spirit of the Lord would return again. | For then a man sees all the world cannot help, when if Acha• were removed, the Spirit of the Lord would return again. | p-acp cs dt n1 vvz d dt n1 vmbx vvi, c-crq cs np1 vbdr vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1004 | Page 180 |
6166 | 5. That hereby a man may have his sins without trouble, for a man hath bin troubled, | 5. That hereby a man may have his Sins without trouble, for a man hath been troubled, | crd cst av dt n1 vmb vhi po31 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vhz vbn vvn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1005 | Page 180 |
6167 | and cannot get power, now he heats there is no such power to be expected, he looks to Christ, | and cannot get power, now he heats there is no such power to be expected, he looks to christ, | cc vmbx vvi n1, av pns31 vvz a-acp vbz dx d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 vvz p-acp np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1005 | Page 180 |
6168 | and if power come, well, if not, saith he, 'tis not my fault. | and if power come, well, if not, Says he, it's not my fault. | cc cs n1 vvb, av, cs xx, vvz pns31, pn31|vbz xx po11 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1005 | Page 180 |
6192 | And truly it would ma•e one think the honesty of the World is but a fashion, | And truly it would ma•e one think the honesty of the World is but a fashion, | cc av-j pn31 vmd vbi pi vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1008 | Page 180 |
6169 | Thirdly, Those that deny the evidence of it, the evil of which apprehension, I conceive to be no less then taking away that which is the chief, | Thirdly, Those that deny the evidence of it, the evil of which apprehension, I conceive to be no less then taking away that which is the chief, | ord, d cst vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt n-jn pp-f r-crq n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dx av-dc cs vvg av cst r-crq vbz dt j-jn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6170 | if not only difference between hypocrites and Sa•nts in virgin Churches, for so 'tis made here. | if not only difference between Hypocrites and Sa•nts in Virgae Churches, for so it's made Here. | cs xx av-j n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 n2, c-acp av pn31|vbz vvn av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6171 | A man saith I have Christ, and so have not they: | A man Says I have christ, and so have not they: | dt n1 vvz pns11 vhb np1, cc av vhb xx pns32: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6172 | I ask, where is the Spirit? You have the Deed, where is the Seal? You have the Testator, where is the Executor, the Spirit in you? Yes, I have it, it hath witnessed Christ is mine. | I ask, where is the Spirit? You have the Deed, where is the Seal? You have the Testator, where is the Executor, the Spirit in you? Yes, I have it, it hath witnessed christ is mine. | pns11 vvb, q-crq vbz dt n1? pn22 vhb dt n1, q-crq vbz dt n1? pn22 vhb dt n1, q-crq vbz dt n1, dt n1 p-acp pn22? uh, pns11 vhb pn31, pn31 vhz vvn np1 vbz png11. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6173 | Answ. It hath witnessed, but what hath it wro•ght? Where is the power of his death, killing thy lusts; | Answer It hath witnessed, but what hath it wro•ght? Where is the power of his death, killing thy Lustiest; | np1 pn31 vhz vvn, cc-acp q-crq vhz pn31 vvn? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg po21 n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6174 | Where is the life of the Spirit of Jesus in you? Where is the Oyle in your vessel? Truly I look for the Bridegroom, | Where is the life of the Spirit of jesus in you? Where is the Oil in your vessel? Truly I look for the Bridegroom, | q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22? q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp po22 n1? np1 pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6175 | but I regard not that, neither are others to regard it in way of evidence. Then I say the chief evidence is destroyed in the Churches. | but I regard not that, neither Are Others to regard it in Way of evidence. Then I say the chief evidence is destroyed in the Churches. | cc-acp pns11 vvb xx d, av-dx vbr n2-jn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. cs pns11 vvb dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6176 | I have known many that have had assurances, yet never saw them prove right, till it witnessed this was here. | I have known many that have had assurances, yet never saw them prove right, till it witnessed this was Here. | pns11 vhb vvn d cst vhb vhn n2, av av-x vvd pno32 vvi j-jn, c-acp pn31 vvd d vbds av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6177 | What should be the causes of this, and that men should make blusters in the Churches, | What should be the Causes of this, and that men should make blusters in the Churches, | q-crq vmd vbi dt n2 pp-f d, cc d n2 vmd vvi n2 p-acp dt n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6178 | because of this, as though it was building on wo•ks? In several men they are several. | Because of this, as though it was building on wo•ks? In several men they Are several. | c-acp pp-f d, c-acp cs pn31 vbds n1 p-acp n2? p-acp j n2 pns32 vbr j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1006 | Page 180 |
6179 | 1. An ap•ness in mens hearts to •ou•run• the Truth, and to fall from one extream to another. | 1. an ap•ness in men's hearts to •ou•run• the Truth, and to fallen from one extreme to Another. | crd dt n1 p-acp ng2 n2 p-acp n1 dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp crd j-jn p-acp j-jn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6180 | Many men there be that fall short of Christ, and the Grace of God in and from him: | Many men there be that fallen short of christ, and the Grace of God in and from him: | av-d n2 pc-acp vbi d n1 j pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp cc p-acp pno31: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6181 | and from their loose prophane life, fall to duties, and imitate Gods people, and then when they have got credit with good people, they judge well of them: | and from their lose profane life, fallen to duties, and imitate God's people, and then when they have god credit with good people, they judge well of them: | cc p-acp po32 j j n1, vvb p-acp n2, cc vvi npg1 n1, cc av c-crq pns32 vhb vvn n1 p-acp j n1, pns32 vvb av pp-f pno32: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6182 | and having made their peace hereby, with conscience, and not with God the Judge; | and having made their peace hereby, with conscience, and not with God the Judge; | cc vhg vvn po32 n1 av, p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp np1 dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6183 | never look after the sa•ing knowledge of, and fellowship with, and life from the Lord Jesus. | never look After the sa•ing knowledge of, and fellowship with, and life from the Lord jesus. | av-x vvb p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6184 | Now, because men rest on this ▪ these duties 〈 ◊ 〉 no evidence; he•ce none are at all. | Now, Because men rest on this ▪ these duties 〈 ◊ 〉 no evidence; he•ce none Are At all. | av, c-acp n2 vvb p-acp d ▪ d n2 〈 sy 〉 dx n1; av pix vbr p-acp d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6185 | The Corinthians first mourned not for the incestuous person; and when cast out, wanted pity towards him. | The Corinthians First mourned not for the incestuous person; and when cast out, wanted pity towards him. | dt np1 ord vvd xx p-acp dt j n1; cc c-crq vvn av, vvd n1 p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6186 | Calvin preached against Holidaies, hence intrenched upon the Lords day. | calvin preached against Holidays, hence entrenched upon the lords day. | np1 vvn p-acp n2, av vvn p-acp dt n2 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6187 | Some of the separation see many Churches where they have come corrupt, hence make them all no Churches. | some of the separation see many Churches where they have come corrupt, hence make them all no Churches. | d pp-f dt n1 vvb d n2 c-crq pns32 vhb vvn j, av vvb pno32 d dx n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6188 | A man is apt to think, because I have rested on my self, and found those signes which now are not sound, | A man is apt to think, Because I have rested on my self, and found those Signs which now Are not found, | dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1, cc vvd d n2 r-crq av vbr xx j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6189 | hence all others do so too. | hence all Others do so too. | av d n2-jn vdb av av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6190 | And I beleeve ivers Books have occasioned it, which give signes that will not hold without a 〈 ◊ 〉 explication of them. | And I believe ivers Books have occasioned it, which give Signs that will not hold without a 〈 ◊ 〉 explication of them. | cc pns11 vvb j n2 vhb vvn pn31, r-crq vvb n2 cst vmb xx vvi p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 n1 pp-f pno32. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1007 | Page 180 |
6193 | and no evidence of any good estate; hence men say you have joy, so had the ••ony g•ound; | and no evidence of any good estate; hence men say you have joy, so had the ••ony g•ound; | cc dx n1 pp-f d j n1; av n2 vvb pn22 vhb n1, av vhd dt j n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1008 | Page 180 |
6194 | you are blameless and strict, so was Paul a Pharisee; and Satan hereby shakes many a foul: | you Are blameless and strict, so was Paul a Pharisee; and Satan hereby shakes many a foul: | pn22 vbr j cc j, av vbds np1 dt np1; cc np1 av vvz d dt j: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1008 | Page 180 |
6195 | hence the Apostle comes in, Heb. 6. 9. and speaks of better things, and things that accompany Salvation, and these should you follow. | hence the Apostle comes in, Hebrew 6. 9. and speaks of better things, and things that accompany Salvation, and these should you follow. | av dt n1 vvz p-acp, np1 crd crd cc vvz pp-f j n2, cc n2 cst vvb n1, cc d vmd pn22 vvi. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1008 | Page 180 |
6196 | Hymeneur and Philaus fell both, 2 Tim. 2. 18, 19, 20, 21. Yet purge your selves and you shall be vessels of honour for the Masters use. | Hymeneur and Philaus fell both, 2 Tim. 2. 18, 19, 20, 21. Yet purge your selves and you shall be vessels of honour for the Masters use. | np1 cc np1 vvd av-d, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd av vvb po22 n2 cc pn22 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1008 | Page 180 |
6197 | 3. Corrunt experience, it may be a man walks so loosly without fear, or life, | 3. Corrunt experience, it may be a man walks so loosely without Fear, or life, | crd fw-la n1, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vvz av av-j p-acp n1, cc n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1009 | Page 180 |
6198 | or love, that the Lord leaves him, and he can see no clear through-wo••, sometimes hath pangs, | or love, that the Lord leaves him, and he can see no clear through-wo••, sometime hath pangs, | cc n1, cst dt n1 vvz pno31, cc pns31 vmb vvi dx j j, av vhz n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1009 | Page 180 |
6199 | and then hopes, sometime dead, then doubts; hence being vext here, and finding, no peace; if he find it any other way than this, therehe rests. | and then hope's, sometime dead, then doubts; hence being vexed Here, and finding, no peace; if he find it any other Way than this, therehe rests. | cc av n2, av j, cs n2; av vbg vvn av, cc vvg, dx n1; cs pns31 vvb pn31 d j-jn n1 cs d, fw-ge vvz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1009 | Page 180 |
6200 | As 'tis observed with man 〈 ◊ 〉 hide their shame: but when dead, their face is also covered, all their glory being then gone: | As it's observed with man 〈 ◊ 〉 hide their shame: but when dead, their face is also covered, all their glory being then gone: | p-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1 〈 sy 〉 vvi po32 n1: cc-acp c-crq j, po32 n1 vbz av vvn, d po32 n1 vbg av vvn: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1009 | Page 180 |
6201 | so some glory of God appeares here, but when Christians are dead, they cover this, He look no more to it, all the glory of it is now gone, | so Some glory of God appears Here, but when Christians Are dead, they cover this, He look no more to it, all the glory of it is now gone, | av d n1 pp-f np1 vvz av, cc-acp c-crq njpg2 vbr j, pns32 vvb d, pns31 vvb dx dc p-acp pn31, d dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av vvn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1009 | Page 180 |
6202 | and here lies a deceit to loveChrist for freeing me from this way of evidencing. | and Here lies a deceit to loveChrist for freeing me from this Way of evidencing. | cc av vvz dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg pno11 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1009 | Page 180 |
6203 | 4. A heart that never felt the bitterness and bondage of 〈 ◊ 〉 as the greatest evil. | 4. A heart that never felt the bitterness and bondage of 〈 ◊ 〉 as the greatest evil. | crd dt n1 cst av-x vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 c-acp dt js n-jn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 180 |
6204 | Take a man full of fears of wrath; on now assurance is his chiefest good, and he will account it so; | Take a man full of fears of wrath; on now assurance is his chiefest good, and he will account it so; | vvb dt n1 j pp-f n2 pp-f n1; p-acp av n1 vbz po31 js-jn j, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 180 |
6205 | but if ever God did load the Soul with 〈 ◊ 〉 ècontra, you will account of deliverance from this highly, | but if ever God did load the Soul with 〈 ◊ 〉 ècontra, you will account of deliverance from this highly, | cc-acp cs av np1 vdd vvi dt n1 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 fw-la, pn22 vmb vvi pp-f n1 p-acp d av-j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6206 | nay a promise he will do it is sweet but to be feeling those sinews of sin crack; | nay a promise he will do it is sweet but to be feeling those sinews of since Crac; | uh-x dt n1 pns31 vmb vdi pn31 vbz j cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvg d n2 pp-f n1 vvb; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6207 | oh its the joy of Heaven that now sils that heart! The greatest evil in Gods eyes is sin; | o its the joy of Heaven that now sils that heart! The greatest evil in God's eyes is since; | uh pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst av vvz d n1! dt js n-jn p-acp ng1 n2 vbz n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6208 | the g•eatest good we have is redemption from it by a mighty hand: now not so much as to account of this highly, this is hard. | the g•eatest good we have is redemption from it by a mighty hand: now not so much as to account of this highly, this is hard. | dt js j pns12 vhb vbz n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1: av xx av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f d av-j, d vbz j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6209 | Thus I have left these things to be thought of, I cannot avoid it, it lies in my text; | Thus I have left these things to be Thought of, I cannot avoid it, it lies in my text; | av pns11 vhb vvn d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f, pns11 vmbx vvi pn31, pn31 vvz p-acp po11 n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6210 | and the rather, because of that Scripture abused, If any say, l•e here is Christ, or there, believe it not. i. e. by signes: | and the rather, Because of that Scripture abused, If any say, l•e Here is christ, or there, believe it not. i. e. by Signs: | cc dt av-c, c-acp pp-f d n1 vvn, cs d vvb, vvb av vbz np1, cc a-acp, vvb pn31 xx. sy. sy. p-acp n2: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6211 | or in a wildernesse, i. e. in a sorrowfull estate, of in the privy chambers in frames of heart, believe it not neither. | or in a Wilderness, i. e. in a sorrowful estate, of in the privy chambers in frames of heart, believe it not neither. | cc p-acp dt n1, sy. sy. p-acp dt j n1, pp-f p-acp dt j n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vvb pn31 xx av-dx. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6212 | Take heed you do not wrest Scripture• thus; | Take heed you do not wrest Scripture• thus; | vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi np1 av; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6213 | I'ts said, Esau hated Iacob for the blessing, Gen. 27. 41. This Spirit of Grace is the blessing which Saints account as the evidence of the •••rest love; | It's said, Esau hated Iacob for the blessing, Gen. 27. 41. This Spirit of Grace is the blessing which Saints account as the evidence of the •••rest love; | pn31|vbz vvn, np1 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd d n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6214 | to separate from Churches, from Messengers of God, for this will yield you sorrow enough one day. | to separate from Churches, from Messengers of God, for this will yield you sorrow enough one day. | pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, p-acp n2 pp-f np1, p-acp d vmb vvi pn22 n1 d crd n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6215 | I tell you, you shall not be found fighters against men, but against God, and the Spirit of his Grace, | I tell you, you shall not be found fighters against men, but against God, and the Spirit of his Grace, | pns11 vvb pn22, pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn n2 p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6216 | and the Life of him who live• in Heaven for us. Take heed you forget not oyl in your Vessels. | and the Life of him who live• in Heaven for us. Take heed you forget not oil in your Vessels. | cc dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12. vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx n1 p-acp po22 n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1010 | Page 181 |
6217 | 〈 ◊ 〉 Tho•e that acknowledge in their judgemen•s all these things, but deny it in their lives, regard not the having this principle of Life, | 〈 ◊ 〉 Tho•e that acknowledge in their judgemen•s all these things, but deny it in their lives, regard not the having this principle of Life, | 〈 sy 〉 vbb cst vvb p-acp po32 n2 d d n2, cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n2, vvb xx dt vhg d n1 pp-f n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1011 | Page 181 |
6218 | and have peace in this, from a double ground. 1. By a fruitless Faith which hang• on Christ; | and have peace in this, from a double ground. 1. By a fruitless Faith which hang• on christ; | cc vhb n1 p-acp d, p-acp dt j-jn n1. crd p-acp dt j n1 r-crq n1 p-acp np1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1011 | Page 181 |
6219 | but never receives nor brings in this principle, as those, Iohn 2. 24, 25. and hence though they receive none, yet they hang on him. | but never receives nor brings in this principle, as those, John 2. 24, 25. and hence though they receive none, yet they hang on him. | cc-acp av-x vvz ccx vvz p-acp d n1, c-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd cc av cs pns32 vvb pix, av pns32 vvb p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1012 | Page 181 |
6220 | And so their Faith like a bucket without a bottom, draws up nothing. 2. A form of godliness before men. | And so their Faith like a bucket without a bottom, draws up nothing. 2. A from of godliness before men. | cc av po32 n1 av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz a-acp pix. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1012 | Page 181 |
6221 | If a man should neither speak well, nor pray, &c. He would have no love, no respect, no receiving into Church; | If a man should neither speak well, nor pray, etc. He would have no love, no respect, no receiving into Church; | cs dt n1 vmd av-dx vvi av, ccx vvb, av pns31 vmd vhi dx n1, dx n1, dx n-vvg p-acp n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6222 | but he cannot do it with life, and hence a form contents him, and there rests. | but he cannot do it with life, and hence a from contents him, and there rests. | cc-acp pns31 vmbx vdi pn31 p-acp n1, cc av dt n1 vvz pno31, cc a-acp vvz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6223 | So that now if Conscience troubles, and says, those duties are done with no life of Christ, and Spirit; | So that now if Conscience Troubles, and Says, those duties Are done with no life of christ, and Spirit; | av cst av cs n1 vvz, cc vvz, d n2 vbr vdn p-acp dx n1 pp-f np1, cc n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6224 | he answers, yet I goe to Christ: | he answers, yet I go to christ: | pns31 vvz, av pns11 vvb p-acp np1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6225 | If this be all, why do you not cast off your form? Oh then I should have no love from men: | If this be all, why do you not cast off your from? O then I should have no love from men: | cs d vbb d, q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi a-acp po22 n1? uh av pns11 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp n2: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6226 | oh this life of Christ is not prized, till with these Virgins they feel the want of it, | o this life of christ is not prized, till with these Virgins they feel the want of it, | uh d n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx vvn, c-acp p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6227 | and 'tis too late, know this will be your woe at last. | and it's too late, know this will be your woe At last. | cc pn31|vbz av j, vvb d vmb vbi po22 n1 p-acp ord. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6228 | Look upon thy dead Soul, all thy glory is gone, and wait upon the Word that the Lord may make thee live. | Look upon thy dead Soul, all thy glory is gone, and wait upon the Word that the Lord may make thee live. | n1 p-acp po21 j n1, d po21 n1 vbz vvn, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 vvi. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6229 | Could you know this Well of water and ask he would give it you. Oh beg for it then as for your life. | Could you know this Well of water and ask he would give it you. O beg for it then as for your life. | vmd pn22 vvi d av pp-f n1 cc vvi pns31 vmd vvi pn31 pn22. uh vvb p-acp pn31 av c-acp p-acp po22 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6230 | Only first 〈 ◊ 〉 it in Christ, and so from Christ. SECT. IIII. VVE live in a Country which hath goodly trappings, |
Only First 〈 ◊ 〉 it in christ, and so from christ. SECT. IIII. WE live in a Country which hath goodly trappings, rich hangings, glorious Profession, burning Lamps: | j ord 〈 sy 〉 pn31 p-acp np1, cc av p-acp np1. n1. crd. pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 r-crq vhz j n2, j n2-vvg, j n1, vvg n2: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1013 | Page 181 |
6231 | and hence many think themselves •ich, when indeed poor; | and hence many think themselves •ich, when indeed poor; | cc av d vvb px32 j, c-crq av j; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6232 | many look to mee• the Bridegroom, when indeed they shall he shut out-from the fellowship of the Bridegroom. | many look to mee• the Bridegroom, when indeed they shall he shut out-from the fellowship of the Bridegroom. | d vvb p-acp n1 dt n1, c-crq av pns32 vmb pns31 vvi j dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6233 | How shall I know that? That all my sorrows, prayers, reformation, profession, is but a paint, | How shall I know that? That all my sorrows, Prayers, Reformation, profession, is but a paint, | q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? cst d po11 n2, n2, n1, n1, vbz p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6234 | an appearance, a fashion, a Church-craft, which will stand me in no stead when the Lord shall appear, who shall judge the secrets of all hearts, by the Word you hear• this day. | an appearance, a fashion, a Church-craft, which will stand me in no stead when the Lord shall appear, who shall judge the secrets of all hearts, by the Word you hear• this day. | dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dx n1 c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, r-crq vmb vvi dt n2-jn pp-f d n2, p-acp dt n1 pn22 n1 d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6235 | Try it therefore by this Rule, doth it come from a principle of life or no? Your Lamp burns, | Try it Therefore by this Rule, does it come from a principle of life or no? Your Lamp burns, | vvb pn31 av p-acp d n1, vdz pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dx? po22 n1 vvz, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6237 | That as our Divines speak, how the Disciples could do greater works than Christ, and others wrought Miracles besides Christ: | That as our Divines speak, how the Disciples could do greater works than christ, and Others wrought Miracles beside christ: | cst p-acp po12 n2-jn vvb, c-crq dt n2 vmd vdi jc n2 cs np1, cc n2-jn vvn n2 p-acp np1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6238 | how then do they prove that he is Christ? 'Tis answered, in all his miraculous works we are to consider not only quid fecit, i. e. | how then do they prove that he is christ? It's answered, in all his miraculous works we Are to Consider not only quid fecit, i. e. | c-crq av vdb pns32 vvi cst pns31 vbz np1? pn31|vbz vvn, p-acp d po31 j n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi xx av-j fw-la fw-la, uh. sy. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6239 | what he did, but qua virtue fecit, from what power he did it. | what he did, but qua virtue fecit, from what power he did it. | r-crq pns31 vdd, cc-acp fw-la n1 fw-la, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vdd pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6240 | The Apostles and others wrought Miracles, but it was alienâ virtue: Christ did them, but it was prop•• virtue. So many an unfound heart he may do greater works them Saints, and his lamp burn brighter. | The Apostles and Others wrought Miracles, but it was alienâ virtue: christ did them, but it was prop•• virtue. So many an unfound heart he may do greater works them Saints, and his lamp burn Brighter. | dt n2 cc n2-jn vvn n2, cc-acp pn31 vbds fw-la n1: np1 vdd pno32, cc-acp pn31 vbds n1 n1. av d dt j n1 pns31 vmb vdi jc vvz pno32 n2, cc po31 n1 vvi jc. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6241 | Therefore in this case we are not to look so much to what is done, as from what power and principle it is done: | Therefore in this case we Are not to look so much to what is done, as from what power and principle it is done: | av p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi av av-d p-acp r-crq vbz vdn, c-acp p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 pn31 vbz vdn: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6242 | for therein the best hypocrite ever falles. | for therein the best hypocrite ever falls. | c-acp av dt js n1 av vvz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 181 |
6243 | We shall ever observe in some beasts there are ambraerationis 〈 ◊ 〉, yet there is no ra•ional soul, | We shall ever observe in Some beasts there Are ambraerationis 〈 ◊ 〉, yet there is no ra•ional soul, | pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbr fw-la 〈 sy 〉, av pc-acp vbz dx j n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6244 | nor any wise man will beleeve that their acts proceed from such a Principle: | nor any wise man will believe that their acts proceed from such a Principle: | ccx d j n1 vmb vvi d po32 n2 vvb p-acp d dt n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6245 | So there are shadows of the power of grace in a carnal heart, and yet no Judicious Christian will say they come from an inward soul; or principle of life. | So there Are shadows of the power of grace in a carnal heart, and yet no Judicious Christian will say they come from an inward soul; or principle of life. | av a-acp vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc av dx j njp vmb vvi pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1; cc n1 pp-f n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6246 | Consider therefore whether there is this principle or no; | Consider Therefore whither there is this principle or no; | np1 av cs pc-acp vbz d n1 cc uh-dx; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6247 | you see there is profession, you have a name to live in the judgement of all the Church, | you see there is profession, you have a name to live in the judgement of all the Church, | pn22 vvb pc-acp vbz n1, pn22 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6248 | but search your hearts, and see from what principle it proceeds, for if this be wanting, all is naught: | but search your hearts, and see from what principle it proceeds, for if this be wanting, all is nought: | cc-acp vvb po22 n2, cc vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vvz, c-acp cs d vbb vvg, d vbz pix: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6249 | As he that had Beer given him, when Milk and Wine, and Sugar was put into it to mend it, said, The Wine is good, | As he that had Beer given him, when Milk and Wine, and Sugar was put into it to mend it, said, The Wine is good, | c-acp pns31 cst vhd n1 vvn pno31, c-crq n1 cc n1, cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31, vvd, dt n1 vbz j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6250 | and the Milk is good, but the Beer is naught: | and the Milk is good, but the Beer is nought: | cc dt n1 vbz j, cc-acp dt n1 vbz pix: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6251 | So Profession, affection is good, but the heart, the man is naught, Ier. 2. 22. Though thou wash thee with Nitre, thy sin is marked before the Lord. | So Profession, affection is good, but the heart, the man is nought, Jeremiah 2. 22. Though thou wash thee with Nitre, thy since is marked before the Lord. | av n1, n1 vbz j, cc-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz pix, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vvb pno21 p-acp n1, po21 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6252 | And that the Trial may be full and fair, I shall shew Negatively, the several sorts of men that act not from an inward Principle, | And that the Trial may be full and fair, I shall show Negatively, the several sorts of men that act not from an inward Principle, | cc d dt n1 vmb vbi j cc j, pns11 vmb vvi av-j, dt j n2 pp-f n2 cst vvb xx p-acp dt j n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6253 | yet carry it out as though the bitterness of death was past, and the Bridegroom theirs. | yet carry it out as though the bitterness of death was passed, and the Bridegroom theirs. | av vvb pn31 av c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, cc dt n1 png32. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1014 | Page 182 |
6254 | 1. When a mans Principle is nothing but the power of created nature expressing it self, | 1. When a men Principle is nothing but the power of created nature expressing it self, | crd c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 vvg pn31 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6255 | and setting the best face forward, in the gilded rottenness of some moral performances, wherein a man saith, he doth what he can; | and setting the best face forward, in the gilded rottenness of Some moral performances, wherein a man Says, he does what he can; | cc vvg dt js n1 av-j, p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d j n2, c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns31 vdz r-crq pns31 vmb; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6256 | for there is this principle in most men, a desire to be saved, nature saith so, | for there is this principle in most men, a desire to be saved, nature Says so, | c-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp ds n2, dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 vvz av, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6257 | and according to the inten•ion of this desire, so accordingly will men do more or less; | and according to the inten•ion of this desire, so accordingly will men do more or less; | cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, av av-vvg n1 n2 vdb av-dc cc av-dc; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6258 | and hereupon sooth up themselves, when they see they cannot do as others do, or as the Lord commands; | and hereupon sooth up themselves, when they see they cannot do as Others do, or as the Lord commands; | cc av n1 a-acp px32, c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vmbx vdi p-acp n2-jn vdb, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6260 | Nay, when condemned by the Word which meets them, I do as well as I can, I beleeve, I repent, I pray, I remember the Word, I do as well as I can, | Nay, when condemned by the Word which meets them, I do as well as I can, I believe, I Repent, I pray, I Remember the Word, I do as well as I can, | uh-x, c-crq vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz pno32, pns11 vdb c-acp av c-acp pns11 vmb, pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb dt n1, pns11 vdb c-acp av c-acp pns11 vmb, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6261 | and so they hope God accepts of that; | and so they hope God accepts of that; | cc av pns32 vvb np1 vvz pp-f d; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6262 | and though I beleeve no man but may be hired to do more than he doth, yet nature may do much; | and though I believe no man but may be hired to do more than he does, yet nature may do much; | cc cs pns11 vvb dx n1 cc-acp vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vdi dc cs pns31 vdz, av n1 vmb vdi d; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6263 | hence I heard an Arminian once say, If faith will not will not work it, | hence I herd an Arminian once say, If faith will not will not work it, | av pns11 vvd dt np1 a-acp vvi, cs n1 vmb xx vmb xx vvi pn31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6264 | then set reason a work, and we know how men have been Kings and Lords over their own passions by improving reason, | then Set reason a work, and we know how men have been Kings and lords over their own passion by improving reason, | av vvd n1 dt n1, cc pns12 vvb c-crq n2 vhb vbn n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 d n2 p-acp vvg n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6265 | and from some experience of the power of nature, men have come to write large Volumes in defence of it; | and from Some experience of the power of nature, men have come to write large Volumes in defence of it; | cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, n2 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6266 | and its known the Arminians though they ascribe somewhat to grace, and in words all to grace, | and its known the Arminians though they ascribe somewhat to grace, and in words all to grace, | cc pn31|vbz vvn dt njp2 c-acp pns32 vvb av p-acp n1, cc p-acp n2 av-d pc-acp vvi, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6267 | yet indeed they lay the main stress of the work upon a mans own will, and the royalty and soveraignty of the liberty of that: | yet indeed they lay the main stress of the work upon a men own will, and the royalty and sovereignty of the liberty of that: | av av pns32 vvd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 d n1, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f cst: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6268 | But to leave them and come to our selves, Is it not a common thing for men to •ake lies their refuge, and to say, I was in a woful condition once, | But to leave them and come to our selves, Is it not a Common thing for men to •ake lies their refuge, and to say, I was in a woeful condition once, | cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvb p-acp po12 n2, vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi vvz po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi, pns11 vbds p-acp dt j n1 a-acp, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6269 | and never looked after God, but now I blesse the Lord 'tis otherwise with me. | and never looked After God, but now I bless the Lord it's otherwise with me. | cc av-x vvd p-acp np1, cc-acp av pns11 vvb dt n1 pn31|vbz av p-acp pno11. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6270 | How? Now I beleeve, repent, &c. And so I confess all I do is full of weaknesses, | How? Now I believe, Repent, etc. And so I confess all I do is full of Weaknesses, | q-crq? av pns11 vvb, vvb, av cc av pns11 vvb d pns11 vdb vbz j pp-f n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6271 | yet I do what I can; | yet I do what I can; | av pns11 vdb r-crq pns11 vmb; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6272 | and thus they are like to men that have old garments new dressed, they have made them as good as they can; | and thus they Are like to men that have old garments new dressed, they have made them as good as they can; | cc av pns32 vbr av-j p-acp n2 cst vhb j n2 j vvn, pns32 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp j c-acp pns32 vmb; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6273 | and like the young man, Luke 18. 21. All these things have I d•ne from my youth, | and like the young man, Lycia 18. 21. All these things have I d•ne from my youth, | cc av-j dt j n1, av crd crd d d n2 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6274 | yet one thing was wanting, which was to forsake all, and so himself, that the Disciples said, Who then can be saved: | yet one thing was wanting, which was to forsake all, and so himself, that the Disciples said, Who then can be saved: | av crd n1 vbds vvg, r-crq vbds p-acp vvb d, cc av px31, cst dt n2 vvd, r-crq av vmb vbi vvn: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6275 | With man 'tis impossible, but with God all things are possible. You say you do as much as you can; | With man it's impossible, but with God all things Are possible. You say you do as much as you can; | p-acp n1 pn31|vbz j, cc-acp p-acp np1 d n2 vbr j. pn22 vvb pn22 vdb p-acp d c-acp pn22 vmb; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1015 | Page 182 |
6276 | I say do so, but 'tis impossible with man, from any strength of man, and you have no more yet, Iohn 1. 13. Born again, not of the will of man, but of God. | I say do so, but it's impossible with man, from any strength of man, and you have no more yet, John 1. 13. Born again, not of the will of man, but of God. | pns11 vvb vdb av, cc-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc pn22 vhb dx dc av, np1 crd crd vvn av, xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1016 | Page 182 |
6277 | There is in some men a birth, like to the new birth, which is of the will and power of man, | There is in Some men a birth, like to the new birth, which is of the will and power of man, | pc-acp vbz p-acp d n2 dt n1, av-j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1016 | Page 182 |
6278 | but oh this is not this inward principle which the Almighty power of God creates; | but o this is not this inward principle which the Almighty power of God creates; | cc-acp uh d vbz xx d j n1 r-crq dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vvz; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1016 | Page 182 |
6279 | and therefore know it, if you get no other oyle in your Lamps, you shall never meet the Bridegroom. | and Therefore know it, if you get no other oil in your Lamps, you shall never meet the Bridegroom. | cc av vvb pn31, cs pn22 vvb dx j-jn n1 p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb av-x vvi dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1016 | Page 182 |
6280 | 2. When a mans principle is the power of holy example, whereby many a one is drawn to do more than otherwise he would. | 2. When a men principle is the power of holy Exampl, whereby many a one is drawn to do more than otherwise he would. | crd c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-crq d dt pi vbz vvn pc-acp vdi dc cs av pns31 vmd. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 182 |
6281 | Many men think for a while as that man spake; Men talk of being worth thousands, I would fain see the men. | Many men think for a while as that man spoke; Men talk of being worth thousands, I would fain see the men. | av-d n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-acp d n1 vvd; n2 vvb pp-f vbg j crd, pns11 vmd av-j vvi dt n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 182 |
6282 | Ministers preach and others speak well, we must do this & that, but I would fain see the men that do it. | Ministers preach and Others speak well, we must do this & that, but I would fain see the men that do it. | np1 vvb cc ng2-jn vvb av, pns12 vmb vdi d cc d, cc-acp pns11 vmd av-j vvi dt n2 cst vdb pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 182 |
6283 | Now it sometime falls out that the Lord sets before mens eyes some pattern-Christians, hereupon they think thus; | Now it sometime falls out that the Lord sets before men's eyes Some pattern-Christians, hereupon they think thus; | av pn31 av vvz av cst dt n1 vvz p-acp ng2 n2 d j, av pns32 vvb av; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 182 |
6284 | here are two contrary ways, they cannot both lead to heaven, their way is better than mine, | Here Are two contrary ways, they cannot both led to heaven, their Way is better than mine, | av vbr crd j-jn n2, pns32 vmbx av-d vvi p-acp n1, po32 n1 vbz jc cs png11, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 182 |
6285 | and doubtless leads to life, mine doth not, and therefore let me live like the•. And hence there shall not be any Fast, but they will be at it; | and doubtless leads to life, mine does not, and Therefore let me live like the•. And hence there shall not be any Fast, but they will be At it; | cc av-j vvz p-acp n1, png11 vdz xx, cc av vvb pno11 vvi j n1. cc av pc-acp vmb xx vbi d j, cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi p-acp pn31; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 182 |
6286 | not a Sermon near, but they will go wet and dry to hear it; | not a Sermon near, but they will go wet and dry to hear it; | xx dt n1 av-j, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi j cc j p-acp vvb pn31; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6287 | nor any duty in Family, but they will imitate it, and hence read and learn, that they may be like them. | nor any duty in Family, but they will imitate it, and hence read and Learn, that they may be like them. | ccx d n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi pn31, cc av vvn cc vvi, cst pns32 vmb vbi av-j pno32. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6288 | No Christians in the Country hated, but they will love them, nor Ceremonies cast off, but they will abhor them; | No Christians in the Country hated, but they will love them, nor Ceremonies cast off, but they will abhor them; | uh-dx np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi pno32, ccx n2 vvn a-acp, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi pno32; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6289 | and hence they reflect upon their patterns, and think their estate safe, because they are as good as a Christians outside: | and hence they reflect upon their patterns, and think their estate safe, Because they Are as good as a Christians outside: | cc av pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n1 j, c-acp pns32 vbr a-acp j c-acp dt np1 av-an: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6290 | And hence like some dead C•ttel, there is nothing good but their skin; so there is nothing good in these, but their imitating outside. | And hence like Some dead C•ttel, there is nothing good but their skin; so there is nothing good in these, but their imitating outside. | cc av av-j d j n1, pc-acp vbz pix j p-acp po32 n1; av a-acp vbz pix j p-acp d, cc-acp po32 vvg av-an. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6291 | Thus it was with Ioash while Iehoiada lived, 2 Chron. 24. Hence he fell like Ivy with the Oak, when God cut him down: | Thus it was with Joash while Jehoiada lived, 2 Chronicles 24. Hence he fell like Ivy with the Oak, when God Cut him down: | av pn31 vbds p-acp n1 cs uh vvd, crd np1 crd av pns31 vvd j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 a-acp: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6292 | Thus it was with these five foollish Virgins, a man may follow good examples, but not rest in bare imitation of them: | Thus it was with these five foolish Virgins, a man may follow good Examples, but not rest in bore imitation of them: | av pn31 vbds p-acp d crd j n2, dt n1 vmb vvi j n2, cc-acp xx vvi p-acp j n1 pp-f pno32: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6293 | And hence a blessed man is described, Psal. 1. Negatively, from no• imitating the wicked, not from imitating the good; | And hence a blessed man is described, Psalm 1. Negatively, from no• imitating the wicked, not from imitating the good; | cc av dt j-vvn n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd av-jn, p-acp n1 vvg dt j, xx p-acp vvg dt j; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6294 | because good men may be in many things ill examples, and it ever proves so in these men that have no more then this Principle; | Because good men may be in many things ill Examples, and it ever Proves so in these men that have no more then this Principle; | c-acp j n2 vmb vbi p-acp d n2 j-jn n2, cc pn31 av vvz av p-acp d n2 cst vhb dx dc cs d n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6295 | hence if they be loose in their tongues, or on the Sabbath, their plea is, they are like unto them. | hence if they be lose in their tongues, or on the Sabbath, their plea is, they Are like unto them. | av cs pns32 vbb j p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp dt n1, po32 n1 vbz, pns32 vbr av-j p-acp pno32. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6296 | And hence come all your acquired excellencie•; | And hence come all your acquired excellencie•; | cc av vvb d po22 vvn n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6297 | a man is an imitating creature, led by example, and a carnal man out of the heart of hypocrise in himself, will imitate the divine nature which is in another; | a man is an imitating creature, led by Exampl, and a carnal man out of the heart of hypocrise in himself, will imitate the divine nature which is in Another; | dt n1 vbz dt vvg n1, vvn p-acp n1, cc dt j n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31, vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j-jn; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6298 | and hence men not only take up such practises, but such opinious only, because such and such are of that mind: | and hence men not only take up such practises, but such opinious only, Because such and such Are of that mind: | cc av n2 xx av-j vvi a-acp d n2, cc-acp d j av-j, c-acp d cc d vbr pp-f d n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6299 | And hence men change practises and opinions as Examples do change; in Ioshua's time great Reformation, he no sooner dead, but all fell off again: | And hence men change practises and opinions as Examples do change; in Joshua's time great Reformation, he no sooner dead, but all fell off again: | cc av n2 vvb n2 cc n2 c-acp n2 vdb vvi; p-acp npg1 n1 j n1, pns31 av-dx av-c j, cc-acp d vvd a-acp av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6300 | then they were for purity of Ordinances and Gods Worship, now they serve Baalim: Oh consider, here is an outward, but no inward principle! | then they were for purity of Ordinances and God's Worship, now they serve Baalim: O Consider, Here is an outward, but no inward principle! | cs pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cc ng1 n1, av pns32 vvb fw-la: uh vvb, av vbz dt j, cc-acp dx j n1! | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1017 | Page 183 |
6301 | 3. Those whose principle is nothing but external applause and praise of men, and this will carry a man beyond all the best Examples: | 3. Those whose principle is nothing but external applause and praise of men, and this will carry a man beyond all the best Examples: | crd d r-crq n1 vbz pix cc-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cc d vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt js n2: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6303 | a Pharisees Trumpet shall be heard to the Townesend, while simplicity walks thorow the Town unseen: | a Pharisees Trumpet shall be herd to the Townesend, while simplicity walks thorough the Town unseen: | dt np2 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt np1, cs n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 j: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6304 | Hence a man will sometimes covertly commend himself, and my self ever comes in, and tells you a long Storie of Conversion, | Hence a man will sometime covertly commend himself, and my self ever comes in, and tells you a long Story of Conversion, | av dt n1 vmb av av-j vvi px31, cc po11 n1 av vvz p-acp, cc vvz pn22 dt j n1 pp-f n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6305 | and an hundred to one, if some lie or other flip not out with it. Why, the secret meaning is, I pray admire me, hence complain of wants and weaknesses; | and an hundred to one, if Some lie or other flip not out with it. Why, the secret meaning is, I pray admire me, hence complain of Wants and Weaknesses; | cc dt crd p-acp crd, cs d n1 cc n-jn vvi xx av p-acp pn31. uh-crq, dt j-jn n1 vbz, pns11 vvb vvb pno11, av vvb pp-f n2 cc n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6306 | pray think what a broken-hearted Christian I am; and hence if comforted they complain, if not, they will comfort themselves; | pray think what a brokenhearted Christian I am; and hence if comforted they complain, if not, they will Comfort themselves; | vvb vvb r-crq dt j np1 pns11 vbm; cc av cs vvn pns32 vvb, cs xx, pns32 vmb vvi px32; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6307 | hence many lift up eyes and hands, and fetch deep sighs in prayer, remember and note Sermons, look now what a gift I have: | hence many lift up eyes and hands, and fetch deep sighs in prayer, Remember and note Sermons, look now what a gift I have: | av d vvb a-acp n2 cc n2, cc vvb j-jn n2 p-acp n1, vvb cc vvi n2, vvb av q-crq dt n1 pns11 vhb: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6308 | Hence if you come to their companie, they will have so many good words as may make you think well of them, | Hence if you come to their company, they will have so many good words as may make you think well of them, | av cs pn22 vvb p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmb vhi av d j n2 c-acp vmb vvi pn22 vvb av pp-f pno32, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6309 | and then the Market is almost done with them: | and then the Market is almost done with them: | cc av dt n1 vbz av vdn p-acp pno32: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6310 | Hence men forsake their friends, and trample underfoot the scorns of the world, they have credit elsewhere: | Hence men forsake their Friends, and trample underfoot the scorns of the world, they have credit elsewhere: | av n2 vvb po32 n2, cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb n1 av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6311 | To maintain their interest in the love of godly men they will suffer much: | To maintain their Interest in the love of godly men they will suffer much: | pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 pns32 vmb vvi d: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6312 | Hence men in the Ministry pray for grace to beautifie and perfect their parts, that so they may preach and convert and have credit: | Hence men in the Ministry pray for grace to beautify and perfect their parts, that so they may preach and convert and have credit: | av n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2, cst av pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi cc vhb n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6313 | Hence men meditate new Light, and profess deep things that few know, that men may worship the rising Sun: | Hence men meditate new Light, and profess deep things that few know, that men may worship the rising Sun: | av n2 vvb j n1, cc vvb j-jn n2 cst d vvb, cst n2 vmb vvi dt j-vvg n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6314 | Hence the Lord is neglected secretly, yet honoured openly, because there is no winde in their chambers to blow their Sails, | Hence the Lord is neglected secretly, yet honoured openly, Because there is no wind in their chambers to blow their Sails, | av dt n1 vbz vvn av-jn, av vvn av-j, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6315 | and therefore there they stand still: | and Therefore there they stand still: | cc av a-acp pns32 vvb av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6316 | Hence many men keep their profession, when they lose their affection, they have by the one a n•me to live, | Hence many men keep their profession, when they loose their affection, they have by the one a n•me to live, | av d n2 vvb po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n1, pns32 vhb p-acp dt crd dt n1 pc-acp vvi, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6317 | and that is enough, though their hearts be dead: And hence so long as you love or commend them, so long they love you, | and that is enough, though their hearts be dead: And hence so long as you love or commend them, so long they love you, | cc d vbz av-d, cs po32 n2 vbb j: cc av av av-j c-acp pn22 vvb cc vvi pno32, av av-j pns32 vvb pn22, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6318 | but if not, they will forsake you; they were warm onely by anothers fire; and hence having no principle of life within, soon grow dead: | but if not, they will forsake you; they were warm only by another's fire; and hence having no principle of life within, soon grow dead: | cc-acp cs xx, pns32 vmb vvi pn22; pns32 vbdr j av-j p-acp ng1-jn n1; cc av vhg dx n1 pp-f n1 a-acp, av vvb j: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6319 | This is the water that turns a Pharisees Mill, and the Lord passeth a heavy doom, You have your reward. I have wondred that the opinion of men, | This is the water that turns a Pharisees Mill, and the Lord passes a heavy doom, You have your reward. I have wondered that the opinion of men, | d vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt np2 n1, cc dt n1 vvz dt j n1, pn22 vhb po22 n1. pns11 vhb vvn d dt n1 pp-f n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6320 | nay, dream of mens thoughts should act men; | nay, dream of men's thoughts should act men; | uh-x, n1 pp-f ng2 n2 vmd vvi n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6321 | onely 'tis a curse of God, that when men despise his honour the greatest good, they shall be fed with the basest good. | only it's a curse of God, that when men despise his honour the greatest good, they shall be fed with the Basest good. | av-j pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst c-crq n2 vvb po31 n1 dt js j, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt js j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1018 | Page 183 |
6322 | 4. Those whose Principle is nothing else but their own gain of outward blessings. Many there be that make not their honour, so much as their bellies their gods, | 4. Those whose Principle is nothing Else but their own gain of outward blessings. Many there be that make not their honour, so much as their bellies their God's, | crd d r-crq n1 vbz pix av p-acp po32 d n1 pp-f j n2. av-d pc-acp vbi cst vvb xx po32 n1, av av-d c-acp po32 n2 po32 n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 183 |
6323 | and thy rule them, Phil. 3. 19. hence the Shop-keeper will give good words when he sells his commodity, he should lose much of his custome else; | and thy Rule them, Philip 3. 19. hence the Shopkeeper will give good words when he sells his commodity, he should loose much of his custom Else; | cc po21 n1 pno32, np1 crd crd av dt n1 vmb vvi j n2 c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi d pp-f po31 n1 av; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6324 | and hence the Minister preacheth contionably that his gaine may come in, 1. Thes. 2. 4, •. | and hence the Minister Preacheth contionably that his gain may come in, 1. Thebes 2. 4, •. | cc av dt n1 vvz av-j cst po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp, crd np1 crd crd, •. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6325 | Hence people would be as good as the best, they cannot get a lot in all the Country else. | Hence people would be as good as the best, they cannot get a lot in all the Country Else. | av n1 vmd vbi a-acp j c-acp dt js, pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6326 | Hence a man is somtime content to forsake all for Christ, that he may make a booty of Christ, as Iudas did. | Hence a man is sometime content to forsake all for christ, that he may make a booty of christ, as Iudas did. | av dt n1 vbz av j pc-acp vvi d p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp np1 vdd. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6327 | Hence when Christ feeds them with Loaves, then the people will make him a King, Iohn 6. though afterward they cry Crucifie him. So men deal with Christ as the Souldiers did, that caught him, that they might strip him of his garments. | Hence when christ feeds them with Loaves, then the people will make him a King, John 6. though afterwards they cry Crucify him. So men deal with christ as the Soldiers did, that caught him, that they might strip him of his garments. | av c-crq np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n2, cs dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 dt n1, np1 crd a-acp av pns32 vvb vvi pno31. av n2 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 vdd, cst vvd pno31, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6328 | And hence many men if they see sorrows and wants attending them, if they attend on Christ, forsake him. | And hence many men if they see sorrows and Wants attending them, if they attend on christ, forsake him. | cc av d n2 cs pns32 vvb n2 cc n2 vvg pno32, cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1, vvb pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6329 | Look upon our own Land, many so long as they could enjoy Christ with fair weather, cry out of Ceremonies, and prophaning of Sabbath: | Look upon our own Land, many so long as they could enjoy christ with fair weather, cry out of Ceremonies, and profaning of Sabbath: | n1 p-acp po12 d n1, d av av-j c-acp pns32 vmd vvi np1 p-acp j n1, vvb av pp-f n2, cc vvg pp-f n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6330 | yet this not being to be had, creep to them, and read the Book for prophaning thereof. | yet this not being to be had, creep to them, and read the Book for profaning thereof. | av d xx n1 pc-acp vbi vhn, vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp vvg av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6331 | Many shadows have been seen since our Sun hath risen here, and this way they looked: | Many shadows have been seen since our Sun hath risen Here, and this Way they looked: | av-d n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po12 n1 vhz vvn av, cc d n1 pns32 vvd: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6332 | but viewing other mens wants, and fearing their own losses, and conceiving they may meet with Massah in this Wilderness, refuse to follow. | but viewing other men's Wants, and fearing their own losses, and conceiving they may meet with Massah in this Wilderness, refuse to follow. | cc-acp vvg n-jn ng2 n2, cc vvg po32 d n2, cc vvg pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, vvb pc-acp vvi. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6333 | And least this should seem to be the cause, cry out we are Separatists, or strongly possess themselves against all relations, there is no living at all here. | And lest this should seem to be the cause, cry out we Are Separatists, or strongly possess themselves against all relations, there is no living At all Here. | cc cs d vmd vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1, vvb av pns12 vbr n2, cc av-j vvi px32 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp d av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1019 | Page 184 |
6334 | Look but at home, how many Dove; (that prove but Ravens, and live on the prey) come hither to our windows, | Look but At home, how many Dove; (that prove but Ravens, and live on the prey) come hither to our windows, | vvb p-acp p-acp n1-an, c-crq d n1; (d vvb p-acp n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1) vvb av p-acp po12 n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1020 | Page 184 |
6335 | and have followed Christ to this Worlds end; when he fed them with loaves, they made him their King: | and have followed christ to this World's end; when he fed them with loaves, they made him their King: | cc vhb vvn np1 p-acp d ng1 n1; c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp n2, pns32 vvd pno31 po32 n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1020 | Page 184 |
6336 | but now he hath taken away what once they desired; because there is better Bread to be laboured for; | but now he hath taken away what once they desired; Because there is better Bred to be laboured for; | cc-acp av pns31 vhz vvn av r-crq a-acp pns32 vvd; c-acp pc-acp vbz jc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1020 | Page 184 |
6337 | now they forsake him, and live on the spoyl. This is no inward Principle. And hence when mens Expences for Christ, exceed their Receipts from Christ, they cease spending, | now they forsake him, and live on the spoil. This is no inward Principle. And hence when men's Expenses for christ, exceed their Receipts from christ, they cease spending, | av pns32 vvb pno31, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. d vbz dx j n1. cc av c-crq ng2 n2 p-acp np1, vvb po32 n2 p-acp np1, pns32 vvb vvg, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1020 | Page 184 |
6338 | and fall in the high way to begging at the door of the World. | and fallen in the high Way to begging At the door of the World. | cc vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1020 | Page 184 |
6339 | 5. Those whose Principle is nothing else but the strength of natural Conscience, which will set men a doing, | 5. Those whose Principle is nothing Else but the strength of natural Conscience, which will Set men a doing, | crd d r-crq n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq vmb vvi n2 av vdg, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1021 | Page 184 |
6340 | when they have neither praise from men, nor gain from Christ for their labour. | when they have neither praise from men, nor gain from christ for their labour. | c-crq pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp n2, ccx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1021 | Page 184 |
6341 | For the Lord deals with some men, •as the Romans did with some of their Prisoners; | For the Lord deals with Some men, •as the Romans did with Some of their Prisoners; | p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2, vbds dt np1 vdd p-acp d pp-f po32 n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1021 | Page 184 |
6342 | they would chain a Prisoner and his keeper together, and let them go up and down: | they would chain a Prisoner and his keeper together, and let them go up and down: | pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 cc po31 n1 av, cc vvb pno32 vvi a-acp cc a-acp: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1021 | Page 184 |
6343 | so God chains many a poor Prisoner of hell and his conscience together, and lets them go together. | so God chains many a poor Prisoner of hell and his conscience together, and lets them go together. | av np1 n2 d dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc po31 n1 av, cc vvz pno32 vvi av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1021 | Page 184 |
6364 | yet dwels not there as in the Sun. And hence many speak, pray, prophecy admirably, | yet dwells not there as in the Sun. And hence many speak, pray, prophecy admirably, | av vvz xx a-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc av d vvb, vvb, n1 av-j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6344 | And hence many a man keeps pace with his conscience, and cannot give it the slip for all the world heaped up with gold, as Balaam said. | And hence many a man keeps pace with his conscience, and cannot give it the slip for all the world heaped up with gold, as balaam said. | cc av d dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vmbx vvi pn31 dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vvd. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1021 | Page 184 |
6345 | Now there are two things in a natural conscience, Rom. 2. 15. 1. To accuse, Hence a man dares not omit prayer, dares not commit a sin he hath a mind to; conscience would then roar. | Now there Are two things in a natural conscience, Rom. 2. 15. 1. To accuse, Hence a man dares not omit prayer, dares not commit a since he hath a mind to; conscience would then roar. | av a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd crd p-acp vvi, av dt n1 vvz xx vvi n1, vvz xx vvi dt n1 pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp; n1 vmd av vvi. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1022 | Page 184 |
6346 | Hence many keep constantly set duties in private, and tremble at small sins: not because they take any delight in the one, or are weary of the other; | Hence many keep constantly Set duties in private, and tremble At small Sins: not Because they take any delight in the one, or Are weary of the other; | av d vvb av-j vvn n2 p-acp j, cc vvi p-acp j n2: xx c-acp pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp dt pi, cc vbr j pp-f dt j-jn; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1023 | Page 184 |
6347 | but because they are ever under the eye of this Judge. 2. To Excuse, and to give much sweetness when a man follows the dictates thereof; | but Because they Are ever under the eye of this Judge. 2. To Excuse, and to give much sweetness when a man follows thee dictates thereof; | cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. crd p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz pno32 vvz av; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1023 | Page 184 |
6348 | hence a man though carnal, will die for his Religion, and that with some chearfulness, because conscience chears within, and sings him asleep in trouble. | hence a man though carnal, will die for his Religion, and that with Some cheerfulness, Because conscience cheers within, and sings him asleep in trouble. | av dt n1 cs j, vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc cst p-acp d n1, c-acp n1 vvz a-acp, cc vvz pno31 j p-acp n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1024 | Page 184 |
6349 | And hence a man will cry out of all the glorious hypocri•ies of men, because to walk according to Conscience is sweeter to him. | And hence a man will cry out of all the glorious hypocri•ies of men, Because to walk according to Conscience is Sweeten to him. | cc av dt n1 vmb vvi av pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp n1 vbz jc p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1024 | Page 184 |
6350 | And hence a man comforts himself, tis my Conscience, Mark 12. 33. To love God is better than burnt Offerings. | And hence a man comforts himself, this my Conscience, Mark 12. 33. To love God is better than burned Offerings. | cc av dt n1 vvz px31, pn31|vbz po11 n1, vvb crd crd p-acp n1 np1 vbz jc cs j-vvn n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1024 | Page 184 |
6351 | Hence a man will profit exceedingly in what he holds, Gal. 1. 14. because zealous for it for Conscience: | Hence a man will profit exceedingly in what he holds, Gal. 1. 14. Because zealous for it for Conscience: | av dt n1 vmb vvi av-vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, np1 crd crd c-acp j c-acp pn31 p-acp n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1024 | Page 184 |
6352 | and yet this is but a Principle of Nature, not an inward Principle of life, whose property is to seek the subversion of corrupt Nature, | and yet this is but a Principle of Nature, not an inward Principle of life, whose property is to seek the subversion of corrupt Nature, | cc av d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, rg-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1024 | Page 184 |
6353 | as natural Conscience seeks the garnishings of it and the actions thereof. 6. Those whose Principle is the fear of death, and hell; | as natural Conscience seeks the garnishings of it and the actions thereof. 6. Those whose Principle is the Fear of death, and hell; | c-acp j n1 vvz dt n2-vvg pp-f pn31 cc dt n2 av. crd d r-crq n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1024 | Page 184 |
6354 | raised not so much by the power of Conscience, as by the power of the Word. | raised not so much by the power of Conscience, as by the power of the Word. | vvd xx av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1025 | Page 184 |
6355 | And hence come complaints about a mans Estate; | And hence come complaints about a men Estate; | cc av vvb n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1025 | Page 184 |
6356 | that a man can have no rest by all duties that he hath done, or doth. | that a man can have no rest by all duties that he hath done, or does. | cst dt n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp d n2 cst pns31 vhz vdn, cc vdz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1025 | Page 184 |
6357 | Hence following of the means, running to the best Ministry, mourning, and lamenting, and confessing sin, Mat. 3. 7. Oh generation of vipers &c. And hence prizing of favour and Comfort, Psal. 78. 34, 35. Hence many do take this for their Conversion, | Hence following of the means, running to the best Ministry, mourning, and lamenting, and confessing since, Mathew 3. 7. O generation of vipers etc. And hence prizing of favour and Comfort, Psalm 78. 34, 35. Hence many do take this for their Conversion, | av vvg pp-f dt n2, vvg p-acp dt js n1, n1, cc vvg, cc vvg n1, np1 crd crd uh n1 pp-f n2 av cc av vvg pp-f n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd, crd av d vdb vvi d p-acp po32 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1025 | Page 185 |
6358 | and say, I heard such a Minister at such a time, and then I cryed out I was damned, | and say, I herd such a Minister At such a time, and then I cried out I was damned, | cc vvi, pns11 vvd d dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc av pns11 vvd av pns11 vbds vvn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1025 | Page 185 |
6359 | and thought I saw the Devil, yea, and to Hell you may for all this, if no other Principle. | and Thought I saw the devil, yea, and to Hell you may for all this, if not other Principle. | cc vvd pns11 vvd dt n1, uh, cc p-acp n1 pn22 vmb p-acp d d, cs xx j-jn n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1025 | Page 185 |
6360 | Indeed, there is this fear in the elect, but drives them to the Ark, as Noah: But those, | Indeed, there is this Fear in the elect, but drives them to the Ark, as Noah: But those, | np1, pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt j-vvn, cc-acp vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1: p-acp d, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1025 | Page 185 |
6361 | when their fear is over, they fall to fight against the Lord. | when their Fear is over, they fallen to fight against the Lord. | c-crq po32 n1 vbz a-acp, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1025 | Page 185 |
6362 | 7. Those whose Principle is nothing else but the immediate actings of the Spirit of God upon them. | 7. Those whose Principle is nothing Else but the immediate actings of the Spirit of God upon them. | crd d r-crq n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6363 | For sometime the Spirit of God comes upon men, as Light shines on the mud wall, | For sometime the Spirit of God comes upon men, as Light shines on the mud wall, | p-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp n2, c-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6365 | as Balaam, Numb. 24. 3, 4. Many men like Carriers bring others goods, that are not possessors of them. | as balaam, Numb. 24. 3, 4. Many men like Carriers bring Others goods, that Are not Possessors' of them. | c-acp np1, j. crd crd, crd av-d n2 av-j n2 vvi ng2-jn n2-j, cst vbr xx n2 pp-f pno32. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6366 | Now these are 1. External enlargements, and hence a man do•h many things which he hath no inward power to perform, the Spirit is there assisting; | Now these Are 1. External enlargements, and hence a man do•h many things which he hath no inward power to perform, the Spirit is there assisting; | av d vbr crd j n2, cc av dt n1 vhz d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvg; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6367 | hence he cannot do so at another time, but 'tis the Spirit only assisting. And hence a man may have abundance of knowledge, and he not affected with it; | hence he cannot do so At Another time, but it's the Spirit only assisting. And hence a man may have abundance of knowledge, and he not affected with it; | av pns31 vmbx vdi av p-acp j-jn n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 av-j vvg. cc av dt n1 vmb vhi n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 xx vvn p-acp pn31; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6368 | he may live, and pray with applause of men; | he may live, and pray with applause of men; | pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6369 | others wish they were like him, yet live without love, & speak without feeling, and do without life, | Others wish they were like him, yet live without love, & speak without feeling, and do without life, | n2-jn vvb pns32 vbdr j pno31, av vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1, cc vdb p-acp n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6370 | hence men leave themselves here. 2. Internal pangs, the Spirit of God begets some inward grief, especially when outward evils press, | hence men leave themselves Here. 2. Internal pangs, the Spirit of God begets Some inward grief, especially when outward evils press, | av n2 vvb px32 av. crd j n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d j n1, av-j c-crq j n2-jn vvb, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6371 | then inward flashes and desires, but they are soon done. There is no Spring, no Principle within. | then inward flashes and Desires, but they Are soon done. There is no Spring, no Principle within. | av j n2 cc n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr av vdn. pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1 a-acp. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6372 | What the difference is between Saints uneveness, and this unconstancy, you shall hear hereafter: | What the difference is between Saints unevenness, and this unconstancy, you shall hear hereafter: | q-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp ng1 n1, cc d n1, pn22 vmb vvi av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6373 | yet these are wrestlings of Spirit not yet conquering, and hence it possesseth not the Soul. 8. When men; | yet these Are wrestlings of Spirit not yet conquering, and hence it Possesses not the Soul. 8. When men; | av d vbr n2 pp-f n1 xx av j-vvg, cc av pn31 vvz xx dt n1 crd c-crq n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1026 | Page 185 |
6374 | Principle is nothing else but common gifts, which are inward, and abiding long in the Soul. That a man now thinks he hath Grace, | Principle is nothing Else but Common Gifts, which Are inward, and abiding long in the Soul. That a man now thinks he hath Grace, | n1 vbz pix av cc-acp j n2, r-crq vbr j, cc vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 av vvz pns31 vhz n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6375 | and sure signes of the Lords love, and here is fastned: | and sure Signs of the lords love, and Here is fastened: | cc j n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb, cc av vbz vvn: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6376 | when there be two things wherein it appears here is no inward Principle. 1. These gifts ever puff up, | when there be two things wherein it appears Here is no inward Principle. 1. These Gifts ever puff up, | c-crq pc-acp vbi crd n2 c-crq pn31 vvz av vbz dx j n1. crd np1 n2 av vvb a-acp, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6377 | and make a man something in his own eyes, as the Corinthian knowledge did. | and make a man something in his own eyes, as the Corinthian knowledge did. | cc vvi dt n1 pi p-acp po31 d n2, c-acp dt jp n1 vdd. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6378 | And many a private man thinks himself fit to be a Minister, many a Minister better than all the Parish besides; | And many a private man thinks himself fit to be a Minister, many a Minister better than all the Parish beside; | cc d dt j n1 vvz px31 j pc-acp vbi dt n1, d dt n1 av-jc cs d dt n1 a-acp; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6379 | when Paul was the least of all the Saints. | when Paul was the least of all the Saints. | c-crq np1 vbds dt ds pp-f d dt n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6380 | And hence commonly they degenerate to pride & form. 2. These keep men strangers to Christ, & the life of Faith; | And hence commonly they degenerate to pride & from. 2. These keep men Strangers to christ, & the life of Faith; | cc av av-j pns32 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. crd np1 vvb n2 n2 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6381 | they have these affections, yet ignorant of Christ, take these as signes of his love, & live without him. | they have these affections, yet ignorant of christ, take these as Signs of his love, & live without him. | pns32 vhb d n2, av j pp-f np1, vvb d p-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6382 | And this is indeed the inner Principle which all the wicked in the world want; there is in true Grace an infinite circle: | And this is indeed the inner Principle which all the wicked in the world want; there is in true Grace an infinite circle: | cc d vbz av dt j n1 r-crq d dt j p-acp dt n1 vvb; pc-acp vbz p-acp j n1 dt j n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6383 | a man by thirsting receives, & receiving thirsts for more. | a man by thirsting receives, & receiving thirsts for more. | dt n1 p-acp vvg vvz, cc vvg vvz p-acp av-dc. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6384 | But hence the Spirit is not poured out abundantly on Churches, because men shut it out by shutting in, | But hence the Spirit is not poured out abundantly on Churches, Because men shut it out by shutting in, | p-acp av dt n1 vbz xx vvn av av-j p-acp n2, c-acp n2 vvb pn31 av p-acp vvg p-acp, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6385 | and contenting themselves with their common graces and gifts, Mat. 7. 29. Examine if it be thus. If so, | and contenting themselves with their Common graces and Gifts, Mathew 7. 29. Examine if it be thus. If so, | cc vvg px32 p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, np1 crd crd vvb cs pn31 vbb av. cs av, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1027 | Page 185 |
6386 | 1. You cannot come to the Lord, John, 5. 44. how can ye beleeve ? | 1. You cannot come to the Lord, John, 5. 44. how can you believe? | crd pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, np1, crd crd q-crq vmb pn22 vvi? | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1028 | Page 185 |
6387 | 2. Nor to receive any thing from the Lord if you do, Jam. 4. 3. When you ask to spend it on your lusts, when that carries you. | 2. Nor to receive any thing from the Lord if you do, Jam. 4. 3. When you ask to spend it on your Lustiest, when that carries you. | crd ccx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 cs pn22 vdb, np1 crd crd c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2, c-crq cst vvz pn22. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1029 | Page 185 |
6388 | 3. This puls down the Kingdome of the Lord Jesus, when other things rule us, and not himself alone. | 3. This puls down the Kingdom of the Lord jesus, when other things Rule us, and not himself alone. | crd np1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, c-crq j-jn n2 vvb pno12, cc xx px31 j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1030 | Page 185 |
6389 | 4. Satan will have this against you, as against Iob, You serve not the Lord for nought. | 4. Satan will have this against you, as against Job, You serve not the Lord for nought. | crd np1 vmb vhi d p-acp pn22, c-acp p-acp np1, pn22 vvb xx dt n1 p-acp pix. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1031 | Page 185 |
6390 | To what purpose are your new Moons, Church-reformations, if it be thus? Now, because it hath been replyed to what was formerly said, that Christ was the vessel, not our Souls. | To what purpose Are your new Moons, Church-reformations, if it be thus? Now, Because it hath been replied to what was formerly said, that christ was the vessel, not our Souls. | p-acp r-crq n1 vbr po22 j n2, n2, cs pn31 vbb av? av, c-acp pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp r-crq vbds av-j vvn, cst np1 vbds dt n1, xx po12 n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1031 | Page 185 |
6391 | I shall therefore confirm the latter to be the truth, by these reasons. 1. Mystical places of Scripture are to be interpreted by plain. | I shall Therefore confirm the latter to be the truth, by these Reasons. 1. Mystical places of Scripture Are to be interpreted by plain. | pns11 vmb av vvi dt d pc-acp vbi dt n1, p-acp d n2. crd j n2 pp-f n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1031 | Page 185 |
6392 | Now though Christ may be the Antitype of these Vessels of the Temple, yet he is not plainly said to be a Vessel; | Now though christ may be the Antitype of these Vessels of the Temple, yet he is not plainly said to be a Vessel; | av cs np1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n1, av pns31 vbz xx av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1032 | Page 185 |
6393 | but Souls are called so, Rom. 9. 23. 2 Cor. 4. 7. Acts 9. 15. Paul is a chosen Vessel. | but Souls Are called so, Rom. 9. 23. 2 Cor. 4. 7. Acts 9. 15. Paul is a chosen Vessel. | cc-acp n2 vbr vvn av, np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd vvz crd crd np1 vbz dt j-vvn n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1032 | Page 185 |
6394 | 1 Thes. 4. 4. we are to possess our Vessels in holiness. 2 Tim. 2. 20. Vessels of honour. | 1 Thebes 4. 4. we Are to possess our Vessels in holiness. 2 Tim. 2. 20. Vessels of honour. | vvn np1 crd crd pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1. crd np1 crd crd n2 pp-f n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1032 | Page 185 |
6395 | 2. The Spirit is not in Christ as in a Vessel, but as in a fountain; | 2. The Spirit is not in christ as in a Vessel, but as in a fountain; | crd dt n1 vbz xx p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1033 | Page 185 |
6396 | hence Ioh. 3. 34. Christs hath received the Spirit without measure. 3. The foolish Virgins had Vessels; | hence John 3. 34. Christ hath received the Spirit without measure. 3. The foolish Virgins had Vessels; | av np1 crd crd npg1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1. crd dt j n2 vhd n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1033 | Page 185 |
6397 | because its sayd, they took their Lamps, but no Oyle with them. Their folly was not in not providing Vessels. | Because its said, they took their Lamps, but no Oil with them. Their folly was not in not providing Vessels. | c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, pns32 vvd po32 n2, cc-acp dx n1 p-acp pno32. po32 n1 vbds xx p-acp xx vvg n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1034 | Page 185 |
6398 | Hence the foolish Virgins did not afterward beg their Vessels, but their Oyle. | Hence the foolish Virgins did not afterwards beg their Vessels, but their Oil. | av dt j n2 vdd xx av vvi po32 n2, cc-acp po32 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1034 | Page 186 |
6399 | 4. The wisdome of the Wise did appear, in that they did provide Oyle for their Vessels. | 4. The Wisdom of the Wise did appear, in that they did provide Oil for their Vessels. | crd dt n1 pp-f dt j vdd vvi, p-acp cst pns32 vdd vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1035 | Page 186 |
6400 | If therefore the Vessel be Christ, therein lyes the wisdom of the Wise, that they got the Spirit for to put into Christ, | If Therefore the Vessel be christ, therein lies the Wisdom of the Wise, that they god the Spirit for to put into christ, | cs av dt n1 vbb np1, av vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j, cst pns32 vvd dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1035 | Page 186 |
6401 | and the folly of the foolish, they got not the Spirit to put into him. Or the one go• Christ Jesus full of the Spirit; | and the folly of the foolish, they god not the Spirit to put into him. Or the one go• christ jesus full of the Spirit; | cc dt n1 pp-f dt j, pns32 vvd xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. cc dt crd n1 np1 np1 j pp-f dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1035 | Page 186 |
6402 | the other, Christ Jesus void of it. When whoever hath Christ, must have in him the fulness of the Spirit also. | the other, christ jesus void of it. When whoever hath christ, must have in him the fullness of the Spirit also. | dt n-jn, np1 np1 j pp-f pn31. q-crq r-crq vhz np1, vmb vhi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1035 | Page 186 |
6403 | 5. The other interpretation crosseth the main scope of this part of the parable, which is to shew the difference between the Virgins; | 5. The other Interpretation Crosseth the main scope of this part of the parable, which is to show the difference between the Virgins; | crd dt j-jn n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1036 | Page 186 |
6404 | all professed Christ, went to meet the Bridegroom; but here was the difference, they never looked for to get the Spirit in them: | all professed christ, went to meet the Bridegroom; but Here was the difference, they never looked for to get the Spirit in them: | d vvd np1, vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1; cc-acp av vbds dt n1, pns32 av-x vvd p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1036 | Page 186 |
6405 | and this is most suitable to men raised out of the dregs of Popery, where Works being abolished, Christ is owned, | and this is most suitable to men raised out of the dregs of Popery, where Works being abolished, christ is owned, | cc d vbz av-ds j p-acp n2 vvd av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, q-crq vvz n1 vvn, np1 vbz j-vvn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1036 | Page 186 |
6406 | and therein do well, but he•ein f•il. Thus you have heard the use of Tryall negatively. | and therein do well, but he•ein f•il. Thus you have herd the use of Trial negatively. | cc av vdb av, cc-acp av j. av pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1036 | Page 186 |
6407 | What this inward Principle is affirmatively, you have generally heard; and shall more particularly in the other two Doctrines. Only this I will add; it consists of two parts. | What this inward Principle is affirmatively, you have generally herd; and shall more particularly in the other two Doctrines. Only this I will add; it consists of two parts. | q-crq d j n1 vbz av-j, pn22 vhb av-j vvn; cc vmb av-dc av-j p-acp dt j-jn crd n2. j d pns11 vmb vvi; pn31 vvz pp-f crd n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1037 | Page 186 |
6473 | What is th••? and how shall I fetch it from him? |
What is th••? and how shall I fetch it from him? | q-crq vbz n1? cc q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pn31 p-acp pno31? | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1043 | Page 188 |
6408 | 1. Our life in Christ by Faith. 2. Christ life in us by his Spirit. Faith empties the Soul, and looks upon it as dead, and see; | 1. Our life in christ by Faith. 2. christ life in us by his Spirit. Faith empties the Soul, and looks upon it as dead, and see; | crd po12 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1. crd np1 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 n1. n1 vvz dt n1, cc vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp j, cc vvi; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1038 | Page 186 |
6409 | its life laid up in Christ; and hence forsakes it self, and embraceth the Lord of Glory. | its life laid up in christ; and hence forsakes it self, and Embraceth the Lord of Glory. | po31 n1 vvn a-acp p-acp np1; cc av vvz pn31 n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6410 | Secondly, the Spirit comes and posses•eth a forsaken empty House, and there lives and dwels. | Secondly, the Spirit comes and posses•eth a forsaken empty House, and there lives and dwells. | ord, dt n1 vvz cc vvz dt j-vvn j n1, cc a-acp vvz cc vvz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6411 | Both these the Apos•le mentions, Gal. 2. 20. Eph. 3. 17. Ioh. 15. 4. As two married together, their Souls live not where they are, but in each other: | Both these the Apos•le mentions, Gal. 2. 20. Ephesians 3. 17. John 15. 4. As two married together, their Souls live not where they Are, but in each other: | av-d d dt j n2, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd p-acp crd vvn av, po32 n2 vvb xx c-crq pns32 vbr, cc-acp p-acp d n-jn: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6412 | The one cares not how to please her self, but her husband; | The one Cares not how to please her self, but her husband; | dt pi vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc-acp po31 n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6413 | and è contra. So that le•st any weak Soul should be discouraged, that thinks there is no Principle of Life, | and è contra. So that le•st any weak Soul should be discouraged, that thinks there is no Principle of Life, | cc fw-la fw-la. av cst vvd d j n1 vmd vbi vvn, cst vvz a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6414 | because such a blind, empty dead heart, wandring from God, &c. Nay, when the Lord quickens it, Oh its lost again! | Because such a blind, empty dead heart, wandering from God, etc. Nay, when the Lord quickens it, O its lost again! | c-acp d dt j, j j n1, vvg p-acp np1, av uh, c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31, uh pn31|vbz vvn av! | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6415 | Nay, when quickned, oh then when it comes to, it is feeb•e! I tell you it must be so. | Nay, when quickened, o then when it comes to, it is feeb•e! I tell you it must be so. | uh-x, c-crq vvn, uh av c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp, pn31 vbz j! pns11 vvb pn22 pn31 vmb vbi av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6416 | This makes you lay up your life in him: this death is your life. And least any false heart should be here deceive•, that saith he hath Christ; | This makes you lay up your life in him: this death is your life. And lest any false heart should be Here deceive•, that Says he hath christ; | np1 vvz pn22 vvb a-acp po22 n1 p-acp pno31: d n1 vbz po22 n1. cc cs d j n1 vmd vbi av n1, cst vvz pns31 vhz np1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6417 | If you have not the Spirit of Christ, you are none of his. The Saints have this sometime, their Temple is filled with Glory; | If you have not the Spirit of christ, you Are none of his. The Saints have this sometime, their Temple is filled with Glory; | cs pn22 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vbr pix pp-f png31. dt n2 vhb d av, po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6418 | and for their general course, they are Admirers of the Lord Jesus; | and for their general course, they Are Admirers of the Lord jesus; | cc p-acp po32 j n1, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 np1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6419 | and account his Life, to be Life, and all their life beside to be a continual death. | and account his Life, to be Life, and all their life beside to be a continual death. | cc vvb po31 n1, pc-acp vbi n1, cc d po32 n1 a-acp pc-acp vbi dt j n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6420 | There is not any Grace but they say, oh that I h•d it! SECT. V. TO every man, as ever you look to be with Christ Jesus another day, |
There is not any Grace but they say, o that I h•d it! SECT. V. TO every man, as ever you look to be with christ jesus Another day, get this oil in your Vessels. | pc-acp vbz xx d n1 cc-acp pns32 vvb, uh cst pns11 vmd pn31! n1. n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp av pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp np1 np1 j-jn n1, vvi d n1 p-acp po22 n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1039 | Page 186 |
6421 | The Lord doth in this Parable set before your eyes the estate of the pu•est Virgi-Churches and Professors in the world, | The Lord does in this Parable Set before your eyes the estate of the pu•est Virgi-Churches and Professors in the world, | dt n1 vdz p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp po22 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt js n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6422 | and it is his in•nite love to tell us before-hand, before the time be past; | and it is his in•nite love to tell us beforehand, before the time be passed; | cc pn31 vbz po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av, p-acp dt n1 vbb vvn; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6423 | to tell us, that many of these shall be shut out from the presence of the Lord Jesus, whom themselves and others think shall not, | to tell us, that many of these shall be shut out from the presence of the Lord jesus, whom themselves and Others think shall not, | pc-acp vvi pno12, cst d pp-f d vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, r-crq px32 cc ng2-jn vvb vmb xx, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6424 | and yet this love would be but little, unless the Lord had made known the cause or defect in not getting oyle to their Vessels. | and yet this love would be but little, unless the Lord had made known the cause or defect in not getting oil to their Vessels. | cc av d n1 vmd vbi p-acp j, cs dt n1 vhd vvn vvn dt n1 cc n1 p-acp xx vvg n1 p-acp po32 n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6425 | Oh consider therefore, here you are like to fail; | O Consider Therefore, Here you Are like to fail; | uh vvb av, av pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6426 | you that have Lamps before the cry and Bridegroom comes, acknowledge Christs love, and be overcome by it to get oyle into your Vessels; | you that have Lamps before the cry and Bridegroom comes, acknowledge Christ love, and be overcome by it to get oil into your Vessels; | pn22 cst vhb n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvz, vvb npg1 n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6427 | when Rahab knew that the Lord would destroy all Iericho, now she •ays about her to preserve her life. | when Rahab knew that the Lord would destroy all Jericho, now she •ays about her to preserve her life. | c-crq np1 vvd cst dt n1 vmd vvi d np1, av pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6428 | What's the means? To tie the Scarlet thread at the window: Oh she would be sure to get and keep that there. | What's the means? To tie the Scarlet thread At the window: O she would be sure to get and keep that there. | q-crq|vbz dt n2? p-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1: uh pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi cst a-acp. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6429 | You know the Lord Jesus will come and discover the unsound profession, and destroy the glory of the World, and Churches too: | You know the Lord jesus will come and discover the unsound profession, and destroy the glory of the World, and Churches too: | pn22 vvb dt n1 np1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt j n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6430 | It may be you have had some fears, what if he should cut me off, | It may be you have had Some fears, what if he should Cut me off, | pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vhb vhn d n2, r-crq cs pns31 vmd vvi pno11 a-acp, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6431 | and cast me out as possibly he may? and I may as well as eminent Professors. | and cast me out as possibly he may? and I may as well as eminent Professors. | cc vvd pno11 av c-acp av-j pns31 vmb? cc pns11 vmb c-acp av c-acp j n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 186 |
6432 | I tell you, none ever perished but because of this. | I tell you, none ever perished but Because of this. | pns11 vvb pn22, pix av vvd p-acp c-acp pp-f d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6433 | How just had Rahabs judgment been, if she had refused to get her scarlet thread there, | How just had Rahabs judgement been, if she had refused to get her scarlet thread there, | uh-crq av vhd vvz n1 vbn, cs pns31 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi po31 j-jn n1 a-acp, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6434 | and yours if now you get not your Oyle in your Vessel? How many are there that have lived fairly and died quietly, | and yours if now you get not your Oil in your Vessel? How many Are there that have lived fairly and died quietly, | cc png22 cs av pn22 vvb xx po22 n1 p-acp po22 n1? c-crq d vbr a-acp cst vhb vvn av-j cc vvd av-jn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6435 | and when they are dead and knock, the door is shut: That then wring their hands, Oh had I but known of this! | and when they Are dead and knock, the door is shut: That then wring their hands, O had I but known of this! | cc c-crq pns32 vbr j cc vvi, dt n1 vbz vvn: cst av vvb po32 n2, uh vhn pns11 p-acp vvn pp-f d! | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6436 | I would have spent my care and strength, and tears, and thoughts how to have filled my Vessel, but I knew it not. | I would have spent my care and strength, and tears, and thoughts how to have filled my Vessel, but I knew it not. | pns11 vmd vhi vvn po11 n1 cc n1, cc n2, cc n2 c-crq pc-acp vhi vvn po11 n1, cc-acp pns11 vvd pn31 xx. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6437 | This time will shortly came, and if you know it now, and do not set upon it, what a cut will this be? As therefore the Apostle exhorts, Heb. 4. 1. Having a promise of entring into rest, fear lest you fall short of it. | This time will shortly Come, and if you know it now, and do not Set upon it, what a Cut will this be? As Therefore the Apostle exhorts, Hebrew 4. 1. Having a promise of entering into rest, Fear lest you fallen short of it. | d n1 vmb av-j vvd, cc cs pn22 vvb pn31 av, cc vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31, r-crq dt n1 vmb d vbi? p-acp av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vhg dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, vvb cs pn22 vvb j pp-f pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6438 | I say so much more here, knowing how only you shall enter into Christs rest, fear least you fall short of this; | I say so much more Here, knowing how only you shall enter into Christ rest, Fear lest you fallen short of this; | pns11 vvb av av-d av-dc av, vvg c-crq av-j pn22 vmb vvi p-acp npg1 n1, vvb cs pn22 vvb j pp-f d; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6439 | I hope I shall not, I thank God my course is blameless, spotless, I have forsaken the sins of places, and pollutions of Ordinances; so these were Virgins also. | I hope I shall not, I thank God my course is blameless, spotless, I have forsaken the Sins of places, and pollutions of Ordinances; so these were Virgins also. | pns11 vvb pns11 vmb xx, pns11 vvb np1 po11 n1 vbz j, j, pns11 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f n2; av d vbdr n2 av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6440 | Oh but my Lamp burns as bright as any mans I know: | O but my Lamp burns as bright as any men I know: | uh p-acp po11 n1 vvz p-acp j c-acp d ng1 pns11 vvb: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6441 | So did the foolish Virgins, oh but they all think well of me, so were these thought of, till the Lord said, I know you not. Oh but I look to Christ, to meet with him, and salvation from him; | So did the foolish Virgins, o but they all think well of me, so were these Thought of, till the Lord said, I know you not. O but I look to christ, to meet with him, and salvation from him; | av vdd dt j n2, uh cc-acp pns32 d vvb av pp-f pno11, av vbdr d vvn pp-f, c-acp dt n1 vvd, pns11 vvb pn22 xx. uh p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc n1 p-acp pno31; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6442 | So did these, and yet were shut out from Christ. | So did these, and yet were shut out from christ. | av vdd d, cc av vbdr vvn av p-acp np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6443 | If the Lord should have said it was because they had not wealth enough, nor world enough, every man would not have been wanting here, | If the Lord should have said it was Because they had not wealth enough, nor world enough, every man would not have been wanting Here, | cs dt n1 vmd vhi vvn pn31 vbds c-acp pns32 vhd xx n1 av-d, ccx n1 av-d, d n1 vmd xx vhi vbn vvg av, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6444 | but would have striven to have got enough of that, though it were not to be had; | but would have striven to have god enough of that, though it were not to be had; | cc-acp vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn d pp-f d, cs pn31 vbdr xx pc-acp vbi vhn; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6445 | but there is enough in Christ to inrich you, who hath the Spirit without measure to do it: The Spirit may breath now. | but there is enough in christ to enrich you, who hath the Spirit without measure to do it: The Spirit may breath now. | cc-acp pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn22, r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi pn31: dt n1 vmb vvi av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1040 | Page 187 |
6446 | Labour to feel and mourn under thy whole corrupt principles, |
Labour to feel and mourn under thy Whole corrupt principles, that have acted thee hitherto: | n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po21 j-jn j n2, cst vhb vvn pno21 av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6447 | For many men are sensible sometimes of some particular acts, and jarrings of their hearts and life with the rule; | For many men Are sensible sometime of Some particular acts, and jarrings of their hearts and life with the Rule; | c-acp d n2 vbr j av pp-f d j n2, cc n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6448 | and then they seek forgiveness of, and grace against them, and then they hope all is well, | and then they seek forgiveness of, and grace against them, and then they hope all is well, | cc cs pns32 vvb n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp pno32, cc av pns32 vvb d vbz av, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6449 | then they do many things, and hear Iohn gladly, and in plainness and integrity of their hearts think that all is well. | then they do many things, and hear John gladly, and in plainness and integrity of their hearts think that all is well. | cs pns32 vdb d n2, cc vvi np1 av-j, cc p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 vvb cst d vbz av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6450 | But still they fall short of a Principle of life, because they never felt a whole corrupt Principle, | But still they fallen short of a Principle of life, Because they never felt a Whole corrupt Principle, | p-acp av pns32 vvb j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 av-x vvd dt j-jn j n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6451 | and how in every thing it crosseth God, not only in the corrupt, but most glorious actions. | and how in every thing it Crosseth God, not only in the corrupt, but most glorious actions. | cc c-crq p-acp d n1 pn31 vvz np1, xx av-j p-acp dt j, cc-acp ds j n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6452 | For all men living naturally turn from being open, to secret enemies; | For all men living naturally turn from being open, to secret enemies; | p-acp d n2 vvg av-j vvi p-acp vbg j, p-acp j-jn n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6453 | and from being secret, to be subtil enemies, and to undermine the Lord in all they do. | and from being secret, to be subtle enemies, and to undermine the Lord in all they do. | cc p-acp vbg j-jn, pc-acp vbi j n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d pns32 vdb. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6454 | Now many see it but not the evil of it, nor mourn under it. | Now many see it but not the evil of it, nor mourn under it. | av d vvb pn31 cc-acp xx dt n-jn pp-f pn31, ccx vvi p-acp pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6455 | Hence the Lord never sends another Spirit, because they have not the Spirit of heaviness for want of it. | Hence the Lord never sends Another Spirit, Because they have not the Spirit of heaviness for want of it. | av dt n1 av-x vvz j-jn n1, c-acp pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6456 | But when a man sees that in every thing he is carried and acted by a principle of bitterness against the Lord, | But when a man sees that in every thing he is carried and acted by a principle of bitterness against the Lord, | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz d p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6457 | and lives without the Spirit of the Lord to act him; | and lives without the Spirit of the Lord to act him; | cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6458 | the Lord is not far from that soul when he feels this, and mourns before the Lord, | the Lord is not Far from that soul when he feels this, and mourns before the Lord, | dt n1 vbz xx av-j p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vvz d, cc vvz p-acp dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6459 | because of this, and the want of that, 1 Kings 8. 38. So Christ said, Because I said I go away, sorrow hath filled your hearts, John 16. 6, 7. This is the very reason why Saints have the Comforter, his absence fills their hearts with sorrow; | Because of this, and the want of that, 1 Kings 8. 38. So christ said, Because I said I go away, sorrow hath filled your hearts, John 16. 6, 7. This is the very reason why Saints have the Comforter, his absence fills their hearts with sorrow; | c-acp pp-f d, cc dt n1 pp-f d, crd n2 crd crd av np1 vvd, c-acp pns11 vvd pns11 vvb av, n1 vhz vvn po22 n2, np1 crd crd, crd d vbz dt j n1 q-crq n2 vhb dt n1, po31 n1 vvz po32 n2 p-acp n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6460 | because when he is gone, oh the straitness, vileness of a corrupt heart! you say it may be. | Because when he is gone, o the straitness, vileness of a corrupt heart! you say it may be. | c-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, uh dt n1, n1 pp-f dt j n1! pn22 vvb pn31 vmb vbi. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6461 | If this be not a right Principle, what is? Answ. To undermine all false works; oh therefore, feel this plague! | If this be not a right Principle, what is? Answer To undermine all false works; o Therefore, feel this plague! | cs d vbb xx dt j-jn n1, r-crq vbz? np1 pc-acp vvi d j n2; uh av, vvb d n1! | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6462 | If ever God works this grace, feel you must the want of it, and if you do mourn then you are under it: | If ever God works this grace, feel you must the want of it, and if you do mourn then you Are under it: | cs av np1 vvz d n1, vvb pn22 vmb dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc cs pn22 vdb vvi cs pn22 vbr p-acp pn31: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6463 | And oh mourn, 1. By considering the evil of it, you can mourn after a dead father, | And o mourn, 1. By considering the evil of it, you can mourn After a dead father, | cc uh vvb, crd p-acp vvg dt n-jn pp-f pn31, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6464 | and shall you not over a dead heart. 2. To think there should be so much Spirit in Christ, | and shall you not over a dead heart. 2. To think there should be so much Spirit in christ, | cc vmb pn22 xx p-acp dt j n1. crd p-acp vvb a-acp vmd vbi av av-d n1 p-acp np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6465 | and not a drop for me. | and not a drop for me. | cc xx dt n1 p-acp pno11. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6466 | Is he so angry with me? See therefore I pray you that you are led by ill principles, or false principles. | Is he so angry with me? See Therefore I pray you that you Are led by ill principles, or false principles. | vbz pns31 av j p-acp pno11? n1 av pns11 vvb pn22 cst pn22 vbr vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cc j n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6467 | I pray, but self-love sets me a work; I profess, but praise of men acts me; | I pray, but Self-love sets me a work; I profess, but praise of men acts me; | pns11 vvb, cc-acp n1 vvz pno11 dt n1; pns11 vvb, cc-acp n1 pp-f n2 vvz pno11; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6468 | I observe duties in secret, but natural Conscience only carries me. No surer sign of ruine then for the Lord to hide these things from you; | I observe duties in secret, but natural Conscience only carries me. No Surer Signen of ruin then for the Lord to hide these things from you; | pns11 vvb n2 p-acp j-jn, cc-acp j n1 av-j vvz pno11. uh-dx jc n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pn22; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6469 | nor of love then when he shews this, and gives you not only sense of some one act, | nor of love then when he shows this, and gives you not only sense of Some one act, | ccx a-acp vvi av c-crq pns31 vvz d, cc vvz pn22 xx av-j n1 pp-f d crd n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6470 | but a spirit of heaviness under this. This empties the Vessel, and so makes us Vessels of honour; | but a Spirit of heaviness under this. This empties the Vessel, and so makes us Vessels of honour; | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d. np1 vvz dt n1, cc av vvz pno12 n2 pp-f n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6471 | do not therefore set thy self so much to do, as to see where thy evil principle is, in all thou doest. | do not Therefore Set thy self so much to do, as to see where thy evil principle is, in all thou dost. | vdb xx av vvi po21 n1 av av-d pc-acp vdi, c-acp pc-acp vvi c-crq po21 j-jn n1 vbz, p-acp d pns21 vd2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1041 | Page 187 |
6472 | Repair now to the fountain of life, for a principle of life from him, |
Repair now to the fountain of life, for a principle of life from him, and fetch it from him. | vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvb pn31 p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1042 | Page 187 |
6474 | 1. Tis not a mans own striving, |
1. This not a men own striving, a man may imitate nature, but cannot make nature: | crd pn31|vbz xx dt ng1 d vvg, dt n1 vmb vvi n1, cc-acp vmbx vvi n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1044 | Page 188 |
6475 | All the world cannot make one poor flie. | All the world cannot make one poor fly. | d dt n1 vmbx vvi crd j n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1044 | Page 188 |
6476 | And as 'tis artis celare artem, so when he hath done he may deceive himself and others, but nothing else. | And as it's artis celare Artem, so when he hath done he may deceive himself and Others, but nothing Else. | cc c-acp pn31|vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la, av c-crq pns31 vhz vdn pns31 vmb vvi px31 cc n2-jn, cc-acp pix av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1044 | Page 188 |
6477 | Born not of the will of m•n: | Born not of the will of m•n: | vvn xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1044 | Page 188 |
6478 | A man is in great distress of Conscience for sin past, •ear of death for time to come, | A man is in great distress of Conscience for since past, •ear of death for time to come, | dt n1 vbz p-acp j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 j, vvb pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1044 | Page 188 |
6479 | and now he comes just as far as a Devil; then prays Lord save me, and now comes as far as nature can carry him, | and now he comes just as Far as a devil; then prays Lord save me, and now comes as Far as nature can carry him, | cc av pns31 vvz j c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1; av vvz n1 p-acp pno11, cc av vvz a-acp av-j c-acp n1 vmb vvi pno31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1044 | Page 188 |
6480 | and therefore is ea•ed, and now he hath Satans black seal upon him, and self-flattery hath carried him on. | and Therefore is ea•ed, and now he hath Satan black seal upon him, and Self-flattery hath carried him on. | cc av vbz vvn, cc av pns31 vhz npg1 j-jn n1 p-acp pno31, cc n1 vhz vvn pno31 a-acp. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1044 | Page 188 |
6481 | The fountain of life is not here. | The fountain of life is not Here. | dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1044 | Page 188 |
6482 | 2. 'Tis not the Law, it convinceth one, and he complains, it condemns another, and he cries out, it irritates another, | 2. It's not the Law, it Convinces one, and he complains, it condemns Another, and he cries out, it irritates Another, | crd pn31|vbz xx dt n1, pn31 vvz pi, cc pns31 vvz, pn31 vvz j-jn, cc pns31 vvz av, pn31 vvz j-jn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1045 | Page 188 |
6483 | and he falls to do what he can; but the Law cannot give life, Gal. 3. 21. 3. 'Tis not bare Ordinances, which are of themselves but husks and shels, and empty pipes; | and he falls to do what he can; but the Law cannot give life, Gal. 3. 21. 3. It's not bore Ordinances, which Are of themselves but husks and shells, and empty pipes; | cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vmb; cc-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi n1, np1 crd crd crd pn31|vbz xx j n2, r-crq vbr pp-f px32 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc j n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1045 | Page 188 |
6484 | witness the cries of many a man Sabbath after Sabbath, no life, and that for a long time: Nay, he grows worse. | witness the cries of many a man Sabbath After Sabbath, no life, and that for a long time: Nay, he grows Worse. | vvb dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 n1 p-acp n1, dx n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n1: uh-x, pns31 vvz av-jc. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1046 | Page 188 |
6485 | 4. 'Tis not God simply considered, He is indeed the fountain of life, but sin hath sealed that fountain; | 4. It's not God simply considered, He is indeed the fountain of life, but since hath sealed that fountain; | crd pn31|vbz xx np1 av-j vvn, pns31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp n1 vhz vvn d n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1047 | Page 188 |
6486 | hence many a one goes to him, and departs from him with frowns. 5. Where is life then? In Christ: | hence many a one Goes to him, and departs from him with frowns. 5. Where is life then? In christ: | av d dt pi vvz p-acp pno31, cc vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp n2. crd q-crq vbz n1 av? p-acp np1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1047 | Page 188 |
6487 | I know he is Lord and Prince of Life. | I know he is Lord and Prince of Life. | pns11 vvb pns31 vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1048 | Page 188 |
6488 | Yet consider, as God-man no life is in him for you, as to be communicated to you. | Yet Consider, as God-man no life is in him for you, as to be communicated to you. | av vvb, c-acp n1 dx n1 vbz p-acp pno31 p-acp pn22, c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1048 | Page 188 |
6489 | Where then? 'Tis in the blood and death of the Lord of life: You are ready to undervalue this life. | Where then? It's in the blood and death of the Lord of life: You Are ready to undervalue this life. | c-crq av? pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1048 | Page 188 |
6490 | Oh consider, what it mus• cost the Son of God? and where it must lie, Hebr. 9. 14. If Buls and Goats blood washed the flesh, much more this blood, &c. Many a man feels a blind dead heart, and all duties dead: | O Consider, what it mus• cost the Son of God? and where it must lie, Hebrew 9. 14. If Bulls and Goats blood washed the Flesh, much more this blood, etc. Many a man feels a blind dead heart, and all duties dead: | uh vvb, r-crq pn31 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1? cc c-crq pn31 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd cs n2 cc ng1 n1 vvn dt n1, av-d av-dc d n1, av d dt n1 vvz dt j j n1, cc d n2 j: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1048 | Page 188 |
6491 | And hence useth many periwasions to himself, yet they continue so still, because he never looks to this blood. | And hence uses many periwasions to himself, yet they continue so still, Because he never looks to this blood. | cc av vvz d n2 p-acp px31, av pns32 vvb av av, c-acp pns31 av-x vvz p-acp d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1048 | Page 188 |
6492 | There is this excellency in Christs blood, not only to cleanse from guilt, and power of sin, | There is this excellency in Christ blood, not only to cleanse from guilt, and power of since, | pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp npg1 n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1048 | Page 188 |
6493 | but from dead works, and none else can. Now therefore repair hither for it; know what your lives will and must cost. | but from dead works, and none Else can. Now Therefore repair hither for it; know what your lives will and must cost. | cc-acp p-acp j n2, cc pix av vmb. av av vvi av p-acp pn31; vvb r-crq po22 n2 vmb cc vmb vvi. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1048 | Page 188 |
6494 | Now how shall this be done? | Now how shall this be done? | av q-crq vmb d vbi vdn? | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1048 | Page 188 |
6495 | Answ. 1. Prize this blood, and satisfie thy Soul with it, choose it, and rest in it, in the Lord himself as sufficient, Ioh. 6. 53. Except you eat and drink, &c. many account it a common thing; | Answer 1. Prize this blood, and satisfy thy Soul with it, choose it, and rest in it, in the Lord himself as sufficient, John 6. 53. Except you eat and drink, etc. many account it a Common thing; | np1 crd n1 d n1, cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp pn31, vvb pn31, cc n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 px31 p-acp j, np1 crd crd c-acp pn22 vvb cc vvi, av d n1 pn31 dt j n1; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1049 | Page 188 |
6496 | you receive it not then, but trample it under their feet, many esteem of it, but they feed not themselves with it, nor quiet their hearts with life there first: | you receive it not then, but trample it under their feet, many esteem of it, but they feed not themselves with it, nor quiet their hearts with life there First: | pn22 vvb pn31 xx av, cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n2, d n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp pns32 vvb xx px32 p-acp pn31, ccx vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1 a-acp ord: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1049 | Page 188 |
6497 | and hence it falls out thus. | and hence it falls out thus. | cc av pn31 vvz av av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1049 | Page 188 |
6498 | 2. Keep this Rule, content not thy self with that measure which thou hast from Christ, | 2. Keep this Rule, content not thy self with that measure which thou hast from christ, | crd np1 d n1, vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 p-acp np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1050 | Page 188 |
6499 | but be thankful for it, and falling short, call ever for more; but satiate thy self with that which is in Christ. | but be thankful for it, and falling short, call ever for more; but satiate thy self with that which is in christ. | cc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31, cc vvg j, vvb av p-acp av-dc; cc-acp vvb po21 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1050 | Page 188 |
6500 | If thou canst not do this, and it is beyond thy strength, then consider Christ hath words of life, Iohn 6. Oh beg for that, and for those words! | If thou Canst not do this, and it is beyond thy strength, then Consider christ hath words of life, John 6. O beg for that, and for those words! | cs pns21 vm2 xx vdi d, cc pn31 vbz p-acp po21 n1, av vvb np1 vhz n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd uh vvb p-acp d, cc p-acp d n2! | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1051 | Page 188 |
6501 | Hear what the Lord will say, Psal. 51. 8. You cannot see nor come to Christ: | Hear what the Lord will say, Psalm 51. 8. You cannot see nor come to christ: | vvb r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd pn22 vmbx vvi ccx vvi p-acp np1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1051 | Page 188 |
6502 | Then hear, and your souls shall live. Who knows what the Lord may do. 'Tis not possible for man to do it, but the Lord Jesus may and can. | Then hear, and your Souls shall live. Who knows what the Lord may do. It's not possible for man to do it, but the Lord jesus may and can. | av vvb, cc po22 n2 vmb vvi. r-crq vvz r-crq dt n1 vmb vdi. pn31|vbz xx j p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, cc-acp dt n1 np1 vmb cc vmb. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1051 | Page 188 |
6503 | Oh then you that have this Principle, |
O then you that have this Principle, Let all your actions issue and spring from hence! | uh av pn22 cst vhb d n1, vvb d po22 n2 n1 cc vvi p-acp av! | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6504 | As Paul exhorted Timothy, Stir up that gift that is in thee. Up Deborah, up. | As Paul exhorted Timothy, Stir up that gift that is in thee. Up Deborah, up. | p-acp np1 vvd np1, vvb a-acp d n1 cst vbz p-acp pno21. p-acp np1, a-acp. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6505 | Awake Harp and Lute, saith David. Do not say, I can do nothing, and so the Lord must do all. | Awake Harp and Lute, Says David. Do not say, I can do nothing, and so the Lord must do all. | j n1 cc n1, vvz np1. vdb xx vvi, pns11 vmb vdi pix, cc av dt n1 vmb vdi d. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6506 | Do not say, I have a dead heart, and can do nothing, but stir it up. | Do not say, I have a dead heart, and can do nothing, but stir it up. | vdb xx vvi, pns11 vhb dt j n1, cc vmb vdi pix, cc-acp vvb pn31 a-acp. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6507 | It was the Lords complaint, Isa. 64. 7. None took hold of the Lord nor stirred up himself to that end. | It was the lords complaint, Isaiah 64. 7. None took hold of the Lord nor stirred up himself to that end. | pn31 vbds dt ng1 n1, np1 crd crd np1 vvd vvi pp-f dt n1 ccx vvd a-acp px31 p-acp d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6508 | It may be some of you have some strength. | It may be Some of you have Some strength. | pn31 vmb vbi d pp-f pn22 vhb d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6509 | Oh put it forth? I know all strength is from Christ, but there is a pe•manent strength in you. | O put it forth? I know all strength is from christ, but there is a pe•manent strength in you. | uh vvb pn31 av? pns11 vvb d n1 vbz p-acp np1, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp pn22. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6510 | You are not dead to act, you wrong the Lord and his Grace if you think so. | You Are not dead to act, you wrong the Lord and his Grace if you think so. | pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi, pn22 vvb dt n1 cc po31 n1 cs pn22 vvb av. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6511 | As 'tis a heavy sin to shut up and imprison natural truth, Rom. 1. 18. So much more the power of Grace. | As it's a heavy since to shut up and imprison natural truth, Rom. 1. 18. So much more the power of Grace. | p-acp pn31|vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi j n1, np1 crd crd av av-d av-dc dt n1 pp-f n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6512 | Others have lost it, oh recover it! | Others have lost it, o recover it! | ng2-jn vhb vvn pn31, uh vvb pn31! | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 188 |
6513 | And hence Paul praies for this earnestly, Eph. 3. 15. The Lord strengthen you with might in the inner man. | And hence Paul prays for this earnestly, Ephesians 3. 15. The Lord strengthen you with might in the inner man. | cc av np1 vvz p-acp d av-j, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvb pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 189 |
6514 | And therefore put this forth to act, and be sure you act only from this Spirit of Grace. | And Therefore put this forth to act, and be sure you act only from this Spirit of Grace. | cc av vvd d av pc-acp vvi, cc vbi j pn22 vvi av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1052 | Page 189 |
6515 | How shall I do this? |
How shall I do this? 1. Set the Lord jesus in all his Glory before you. | q-crq vmb pns11 vdi d? crd j-vvn dt n1 np1 p-acp d po31 n1 p-acp pn22. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1053 | Page 189 |
6516 | There is that excellency of the knowledge of Christ Person, that it makes us be and live like him, | pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst pn31 vvz pno12 vbi cc vvi av-j pno31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1054 | Page 189 | |
6517 | and according to the propinquity of our souls and eyes to Christ, so we are like him, | and according to the propinquity of our Souls and eyes to christ, so we Are like him, | cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, av pns12 vbr av-j pno31, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1054 | Page 189 |
6518 | As •tis with the Sun, when it is gone from the earth, there are not so much as leaves on the Trees, | As •tis with the Sun, when it is gone from the earth, there Are not so much as leaves on the Trees, | c-acp av p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbr xx av av-d c-acp vvz p-acp dt n2, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1054 | Page 189 |
6519 | yet when it returns, the Trees bring forth fruit. | yet when it returns, the Trees bring forth fruit. | av c-crq pn31 vvz, dt n2 vvb av n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1054 | Page 189 |
6520 | Or as 'tis in Heaven, 1 Iohn 3. 2. so in this life, when we see him in a Glasse, 1 Cor. 3. 18. That look as 'tis with an ambitious man, | Or as it's in Heaven, 1 John 3. 2. so in this life, when we see him in a Glass, 1 Cor. 3. 18. That look as it's with an ambitious man, | cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd av p-acp d n1, c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cst n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1054 | Page 189 |
6521 | when he is in the presence of men he will manifest all his excellency, nothing shall be done to gain discredit. | when he is in the presence of men he will manifest all his excellency, nothing shall be done to gain discredit. | c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pns31 vmb vvi d po31 n1, pix vmb vbi vdn pc-acp vvi n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1054 | Page 189 |
6522 | So if the Lord and his life be your excellency, when you see Christ, you will approve your selves to him. | So if the Lord and his life be your excellency, when you see christ, you will approve your selves to him. | av cs dt n1 cc po31 n1 vbi po22 n1, c-crq pn22 vvb np1, pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1054 | Page 189 |
6523 | See him therefore beholding and accepting; and that Grace you would put forth, see it in him: | See him Therefore beholding and accepting; and that Grace you would put forth, see it in him: | vvb pno31 av vvg cc vvg; cc d n1 pn22 vmd vvi av, vvb pn31 p-acp pno31: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1054 | Page 189 |
6524 | 'tis strange to see what a stream of spirit comes somtimes this way. | it's strange to see what a stream of Spirit comes sometimes this Way. | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av d n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1054 | Page 189 |
6525 | 2. Keep the remembrance of the exceeding greatnesse of his love fresh in your minds, in that he hath quickned you, Eph. 2. 4, 5. and that this life was by his death. | 2. Keep the remembrance of the exceeding greatness of his love fresh in your minds, in that he hath quickened you, Ephesians 2. 4, 5. and that this life was by his death. | crd np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 j p-acp po22 n2, p-acp d pns31 vhz vvn pn22, np1 crd crd, crd cc d d n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6526 | All the Flowers of the field cast their savour but for a time, and then away with them; | All the Flowers of the field cast their savour but for a time, and then away with them; | av-d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd po32 n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cc av av p-acp pno32; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6527 | but Christs love and Christs death do usually alwaies breath a savour of life to a sincere heart that ever knew what the sting of death meant, 2 Cor. 5. 14, 15. Christs love constrains, | but Christ love and Christ death do usually always breath a savour of life to a sincere heart that ever knew what the sting of death meant, 2 Cor. 5. 14, 15. Christ love constrains, | cc-acp npg1 n1 cc npg1 n1 vdb av-j av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 cst av vvd r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd, crd np1 crd crd, crd npg1 n1 vvz, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6528 | because he dies that we should live. But how? Because we thus judged. God hath made man an Agent by counsel. | Because he die that we should live. But how? Because we thus judged. God hath made man an Agent by counsel. | c-acp pns31 vvz cst pns12 vmd vvi. p-acp q-crq? c-acp pns12 av vvn. np1 vhz vvn n1 dt n1 p-acp n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6529 | Now some Christians go to the Lord to help them, but set not prayer of Faith awork, | Now Some Christians go to the Lord to help them, but Set not prayer of Faith awork, | av d np1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp vvb xx n1 pp-f n1 np1-n, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6530 | and hence have no water of life: | and hence have no water of life: | cc av vhb dx n1 pp-f n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6531 | Some do, but use not other means to set the understanding (the mind of Faith) on work, to quicken it up to act, | some do, but use not other means to Set the understanding (the mind of Faith) on work, to quicken it up to act, | d vdb, cc-acp vvb xx j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 (dt n1 pp-f n1) p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6532 | and so would have life brought in, but not by the right door: | and so would have life brought in, but not by the right door: | cc av vmd vhi n1 vvn p-acp, cc-acp xx p-acp dt j-jn n1: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6533 | An empty Vessel will not be full of this water till now, that the mouth of the understanding is open. | an empty Vessel will not be full of this water till now, that the Mouth of the understanding is open. | dt j n1 vmb xx vbi j pp-f d n1 c-acp av, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6534 | Now many things are to be considered to act every Grace, as Gods Command and Promise, &c. But this is that which in the general quickens, oh Christs love which constrains the Soul to live to him! | Now many things Are to be considered to act every Grace, as God's Command and Promise, etc. But this is that which in the general quickens, o Christ love which constrains the Soul to live to him! | av d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, c-acp ng1 n1 cc vvb, av p-acp d vbz d r-crq p-acp dt n1 vvz, uh npg1 n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31! | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6535 | According as a man thus receives from Christ, so he re•urns to him. | According as a man thus receives from christ, so he re•urns to him. | vvg p-acp dt n1 av vvz p-acp np1, av pns31 vvz p-acp pno31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6536 | As 'tis observed, one sign that when a people visit not their Minister, they receive no good; so here: | As it's observed, one Signen that when a people visit not their Minister, they receive no good; so Here: | p-acp pn31|vbz vvn, crd n1 cst c-crq dt n1 vvb xx po32 n1, pns32 vvb dx j; av av: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6537 | That is sign of a decaying Christian, for usually they that get good by Christ, cannot by their good will stay away from Christ. | That is Signen of a decaying Christian, for usually they that get good by christ, cannot by their good will stay away from christ. | cst vbz n1 pp-f dt j-vvg njp, c-acp av-j pns32 cst vvb j p-acp np1, vmbx p-acp po32 j vmb vvi av p-acp np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6538 | So then the soul will return in all fruitful obedience to the Lord, when he receives the sweet of the Love of the Lord. | So then the soul will return in all fruitful Obedience to the Lord, when he receives the sweet of the Love of the Lord. | av av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6539 | The Lord doth me good methinks, and hence he follows the Lord. Satan hence prevails with the heart, because of his external objects, and a party within; | The Lord does me good methinks, and hence he follows the Lord. Satan hence prevails with the heart, Because of his external objects, and a party within; | dt n1 vdz pno11 j vvz, cc av pns31 vvz dt n1. np1 av vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pp-f po31 j n2, cc dt n1 a-acp; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6540 | so here Christ prevails, because there is a party within, when external Objects are propounded. Let a man have life, if he have no food he will never live. | so Here christ prevails, Because there is a party within, when external Objects Are propounded. Let a man have life, if he have no food he will never live. | av av np1 vvz, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 a-acp, c-crq j n2 vbr vvn. vvb dt n1 vhb n1, cs pns31 vhb dx n1 pns31 vmb av-x vvi. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6541 | If bread be before him, and he feed not on it, and that abundantly, he will never have strength, | If bred be before him, and he feed not on it, and that abundantly, he will never have strength, | cs n1 vbb p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvb xx p-acp pn31, cc cst av-j, pns31 vmb av-x vhi n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6542 | so this love of Christ in us, is life in us, and food for us. | so this love of christ in us, is life in us, and food for us. | av d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, vbz n1 p-acp pno12, cc n1 p-acp pno12. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1055 | Page 189 |
6543 | 3. Famish the contrary principle, the strength whereof is by sucking in the sweet, and receiving in carnal content from the creature, Rom. 13. 14. Put on the Lord Iesus, his Spirit, his Righteousnesse, his Life, his Graces, Make no provision for the Flesh. | 3. Famish the contrary principle, the strength whereof is by sucking in the sweet, and receiving in carnal content from the creature, Rom. 13. 14. Put on the Lord Iesus, his Spirit, his Righteousness, his Life, his Graces, Make no provision for the Flesh. | crd vvb dt j-jn n1, dt n1 c-crq vbz p-acp vvg p-acp dt j, cc vvg p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd vvb p-acp dt n1 np1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n2, vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1056 | Page 189 |
6544 | Many Christians look up to Christ in all means, but can do nothing, because they have some delight either in lawful or unlawful things, that lies between him and Christ. | Many Christians look up to christ in all means, but can do nothing, Because they have Some delight either in lawful or unlawful things, that lies between him and christ. | d njpg2 vvi a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp d n2, cc-acp vmb vdi pix, c-acp pns32 vhb d n1 av-d p-acp j cc j n2, cst vvz p-acp pno31 cc np1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1056 | Page 189 |
6545 | Hence that grows strong, the other feeble. 4. Die to all self-confidence in Grace received, or self-contentment with any measure of it; | Hence that grows strong, the other feeble. 4. Die to all selfconfidence in Grace received, or self-contentment with any measure of it; | av cst vvz j, dt j-jn j. crd n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 vvn, cc n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1056 | Page 189 |
6546 | for thereby you stop the Spirit: For we of our selves cannot think a good thought. | for thereby you stop the Spirit: For we of our selves cannot think a good Thought. | c-acp av pn22 vvb dt n1: c-acp pns12 pp-f po12 n2 vmbx vvi dt j n1. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1057 | Page 189 |
6547 | Therefore be strong in Christ, and hence Eph. 6. 10, 11, 12. A man is apt to fall to a double extream, to be strong in the Lord without putting on Graces; | Therefore be strong in christ, and hence Ephesians 6. 10, 11, 12. A man is apt to fallen to a double extreme, to be strong in the Lord without putting on Graces; | av vbb j p-acp np1, cc av np1 crd crd, crd, crd dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn j-jn, pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1057 | Page 189 |
6548 | and to trust to them without being strong in him. Corn must die before it lives, so must you: | and to trust to them without being strong in him. Corn must die before it lives, so must you: | cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp vbg j p-acp pno31. n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 vvz, av vmb pn22: | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1057 | Page 189 |
6549 | and rest not content with the measure received, but look for more, and hence be thankful, | and rest not content with the measure received, but look for more, and hence be thankful, | cc vvb xx j p-acp dt n1 vvd, cc-acp vvb p-acp dc, cc av vbi j, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1057 | Page 190 |
6550 | and say, 'tis not I but Christ; yet look for more. | and say, it's not I but christ; yet look for more. | cc vvi, pn31|vbz xx pns11 p-acp np1; av vvb p-acp dc. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1057 | Page 190 |
6551 | 5. If no means come to give strength, consider sadly if you have not broken covenant with God, | 5. If no means come to give strength, Consider sadly if you have not broken Covenant with God, | crd cs dx n2 vvb pc-acp vvi n1, vvb av-j cs pn22 vhb xx vvn n1 p-acp np1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6552 | as in Samsons case, God was in covenant with him, but he had broken it on his part, hence his strength was gone. | as in Samsons case, God was in Covenant with him, but he had broken it on his part, hence his strength was gone. | c-acp p-acp np2 vvi, np1 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vhd vvn pn31 p-acp po31 n1, av po31 n1 vbds vvn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6553 | I know no place that breeds men of larger Covenants than this place, by Sea and Land, personall, and especially Church-Covenants. Now thy strength is gone. | I know no place that breeds men of larger Covenants than this place, by Sea and Land, personal, and especially Church-Covenants. Now thy strength is gone. | pns11 vvb dx n1 cst vvz n2 pp-f jc n2 cs d n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, j, cc av-j n2. av po21 n1 vbz vvn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6554 | Dost not live in breach of Covenant? Not only it is broken, but you live in it. | Dost not live in breach of Covenant? Not only it is broken, but you live in it. | vd2 xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1? xx av-j pn31 vbz vvn, cc-acp pn22 vvb p-acp pn31. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6555 | You covenant to cleave to the Lord, or if you depart, to return soon again, but you lie in your falls. | You Covenant to cleave to the Lord, or if you depart, to return soon again, but you lie in your falls. | pn22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc cs pn22 vvb, pc-acp vvi av av, cc-acp pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6556 | Nay your Covenant and returning heals your horrour only, not your sin. You covenant to love Brethren dearly, but a little offence one gives; | Nay your Covenant and returning heals your horror only, not your since. You Covenant to love Brothers dearly, but a little offence one gives; | uh-x po22 n1 cc vvg n2 po22 n1 av-j, xx po22 n1. pn22 n1 pc-acp vvi n2 av-jn, cc-acp dt j n1 crd vvz; | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6557 | or hopes of a bigger Lot, will tempt thy heart to leave them to their own shifts. | or hope's of a bigger Lot, will tempt thy heart to leave them to their own shifts. | cc n2 pp-f dt jc n1, vmb vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 d n2. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6558 | You covenant to submit to Officers in the Lord, but some take liberty to speak what they will, | You Covenant to submit to Officers in the Lord, but Some take liberty to speak what they will, | pn22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d vvb n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vmb, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6559 | and others do what they list. To watch over your brethren to put life in them, but you grow a stranger, | and Others do what they list. To watch over your brothers to put life in them, but you grow a stranger, | cc n2-jn vdi r-crq pns32 vvb. p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pn22 vvb dt n1, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6561 | But can it be said they are any better for thee? Oh your sins are double, | But can it be said they Are any better for thee? O your Sins Are double, | cc-acp vmb pn31 vbi vvn pns32 vbr d av-jc p-acp pno21? uh po22 n2 vbr j-jn, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6562 | and hence your plagues of heart are worse now, more hard to be wrought upon, | and hence your plagues of heart Are Worse now, more hard to be wrought upon, | cc av po22 n2 pp-f n1 vbr jc av, av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6563 | and hence sin and Satan lead you, Psal. 78. 57, 60, 61. Oh consider this sin, the strength of God is taken as Captain of the Camp, that when you cry, Lord help, there ' tis. | and hence since and Satan led you, Psalm 78. 57, 60, 61. O Consider this since, the strength of God is taken as Captain of the Camp, that when you cry, Lord help, there ' this. | cc av n1 cc np1 vvb pn22, np1 crd crd, crd, crd uh vvb d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cst c-crq pn22 vvb, n1 n1, a-acp ' pn31|vbz. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6564 | But alas 'tis gone from you, and 'tis in Satans hand, not only your strength, but Gods strength, and the soul is taken captive. | But alas it's gone from you, and it's in Satan hand, not only your strength, but God's strength, and the soul is taken captive. | p-acp uh pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pn22, cc pn31|vbz p-acp npg1 n1, xx av-j po22 n1, cc-acp ng1 n1, cc dt n1 vbz vvn j-jn. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6565 | Oh therefore mourn for this, lest you mourn at last. | O Therefore mourn for this, lest you mourn At last. | uh av vvi p-acp d, cs pn22 vvb p-acp ord. | (23) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6566 | CHAP. XIX. | CHAP. XIX. | np1 np1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6567 | Sheweth that there is such a fulnesse or measure of Grace in the hearts of Believers, which the most Refined Hypocrites never arise unto SECT. I. | Shows that there is such a fullness or measure of Grace in the hearts of Believers, which the most Refined Hypocrites never arise unto SECT. I. | vvz d pc-acp vbz d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq dt av-ds j-vvn n2 av-x vvb p-acp n1. np1 | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1058 | Page 190 |
6568 | THat there is a certain plenitude, |
THat there is a certain plenitude, fullness, or full measure of the Spirit of Grace in the hearts of the Faithful, which the most Glorious, | cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1, n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, r-crq dt av-ds j, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1059 | Page 190 |
6569 | yet unsound Professors of Virgin-Churches want, and have not in their Vessels, but fall short of. | yet unsound Professors of Virgin-Churches want, and have not in their Vessels, but fallen short of. | av j n2 pp-f n2 vvb, cc vhb xx p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp vvb j pp-f. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1059 | Page 190 |
6570 | Just as these Foolish Virgins, they had their Lamps, a burning and shining Profession. And had they no more? Yes surely, for their Lamp how could it burn, | Just as these Foolish Virgins, they had their Lamps, a burning and shining Profession. And had they no more? Yes surely, for their Lamp how could it burn, | j p-acp d j n2, pns32 vhd po32 n2, dt j-vvg cc j-vvg n1. cc vhd pns32 av-dx dc? uh av-j, c-acp po32 n1 c-crq vmd pn31 vvi, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 190 |
6571 | but by means of some Oyl? They had their wiek toucht and dipt in Oyl, some lighter stroaks and superficial impressions of the Spirit. | but by means of Some Oil? They had their wiek touched and dipped in Oil, Some lighter Strokes and superficial impressions of the Spirit. | cc-acp p-acp n2 pp-f d n1? pns32 vhd po32 n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, d jc n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 190 |
6572 | They had not their Vessels filled with Oyl, they had not this degree and full measure of the Spirit. | They had not their Vessels filled with Oil, they had not this degree and full measure of the Spirit. | pns32 vhd xx po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vhd xx d n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 190 |
6573 | This they fell short of, and herein appeared the difference. | This they fell short of, and herein appeared the difference. | d pns32 vvd j pp-f, cc av vvd dt n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 190 |
6574 | There are certain inward touches, an inward lighter Dye of Gods Spirit, which serves to beget a most eminent Profession before men, | There Are certain inward touches, an inward lighter Die of God's Spirit, which serves to beget a most eminent Profession before men, | pc-acp vbr j j n2, dt j jc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n1 p-acp n2, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 190 |
6575 | but never to make the Soul sincere indeed before the eyes of God. | but never to make the Soul sincere indeed before the eyes of God. | cc-acp av-x pc-acp vvi dt n1 j av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 190 |
6576 | That look as some Naturalists make three or four kinds of life, differing only as higher or lower degrees of life, | That look as Some Naturalists make three or four Kinds of life, differing only as higher or lower Degrees of life, | cst vvb p-acp d n2 vvb crd cc crd n2 pp-f n1, vvg av-j p-acp jc cc jc n2 pp-f n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 190 |
6577 | though not of the same life; as Plants have a Vegetative life only to grow, but no sensitive to see; | though not of the same life; as Plants have a Vegetative life only to grow, but no sensitive to see; | cs xx pp-f dt d n1; c-acp n2 vhb dt j n1 av-j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp dx j pc-acp vvi; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 190 |
6578 | because their forms are more drowned in their matter; sensitive in beasts, yet not rational; rational in men, but not Angelical, &c. So here; | Because their forms Are more drowned in their matter; sensitive in beasts, yet not rational; rational in men, but not Angelical, etc. So Here; | c-acp po32 n2 vbr dc vvn p-acp po32 n1; j p-acp n2, av xx j; j p-acp n2, cc-acp xx j, av av av; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6579 | a greater degree of the Spirits working, makes a difference in kind between Christian and Christian. | a greater degree of the Spirits working, makes a difference in kind between Christian and Christian. | dt jc n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg, vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp njp cc np1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6580 | 'Tis the Spirit that makes a man live a civil moral life, 'tis the same Spirit by a greater stroke, makes a man live the life of God, Eph. 4. 18. Yet here are two kinds of lives as far different as sensitive and vegetative; | It's the Spirit that makes a man live a civil moral life, it's the same Spirit by a greater stroke, makes a man live the life of God, Ephesians 4. 18. Yet Here Are two Kinds of lives as Far different as sensitive and vegetative; | pn31|vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 vvb dt j j n1, pn31|vbz dt d n1 p-acp dt jc n1, vvz dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd av av vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 c-acp av-j j c-acp j cc j; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6581 | and though the rational hath both, yet 'tis neither of both. | and though the rational hath both, yet it's neither of both. | cc cs dt j vhz d, av pn31|vbz av-dx pp-f d. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6582 | So though a Saint lives the life of reason and morality, yet there is another life he hath, which doth differ from these of a higher degree, and of another kind. | So though a Saint lives the life of reason and morality, yet there is Another life he hath, which does differ from these of a higher degree, and of Another kind. | av cs dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 pns31 vhz, r-crq vdz vvi p-acp d pp-f dt jc n1, cc pp-f j-jn n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6583 | I do not say therefore that a sincere soul only hath a greater degree of the same Grace, | I do not say Therefore that a sincere soul only hath a greater degree of the same Grace, | pns11 vdb xx vvi av cst dt j n1 av-j vhz dt jc n1 pp-f dt d n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6584 | but that he is distinguished by a greater degree of Grace and working of the Spirit of Grace from an unsound heart. | but that he is distinguished by a greater degree of Grace and working of the Spirit of Grace from an unsound heart. | cc-acp cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cc n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6585 | As a man may love another, but not with a conjugal love, here is now a degree of love, | As a man may love Another, but not with a conjugal love, Here is now a degree of love, | p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi j-jn, cc-acp xx p-acp dt j n1, av vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6586 | but not of the same love, for 'tis not a whit conjugal; it might then be sinful in some men, so 'tis here. | but not of the same love, for it's not a whit conjugal; it might then be sinful in Some men, so it's Here. | cc-acp xx pp-f dt d n1, c-acp pn31|vbz xx dt n1 j; pn31 vmd av vbi j p-acp d n2, av pn31|vbz av. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6587 | A man that hath filled his stom•ck with meat may have some desire after it, but not an hungry de••re, not in that degree; hence not hungry at all. | A man that hath filled his stom•ck with meat may have Some desire After it, but not an hungry de••re, not in that degree; hence not hungry At all. | dt n1 cst vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1 vmb vhi d n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp xx dt j n1, xx p-acp d n1; av xx j p-acp d. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6588 | So the sluggard desires and hath not, a carnal heart desire ▪ and another desires the Lord Jesus; | So the sluggard Desires and hath not, a carnal heart desire ▪ and Another Desires the Lord jesus; | np1 dt n1 vvz cc vhz xx, dt j n1 n1 ▪ cc j-jn n2 dt n1 np1; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6589 | a carnal sluggish heart desires and hath not, but another hungers and is filled; he hath not any degree of the same hunger. | a carnal sluggish heart Desires and hath not, but Another hunger's and is filled; he hath not any degree of the same hunger. | dt j j n1 vvz cc vhz xx, cc-acp j-jn n2 cc vbz vvn; pns31 vhz xx d n1 pp-f dt d n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6590 | 'Tis therefore granted there are desires, and joyes, and light, and growth in false hearts, | It's Therefore granted there Are Desires, and Joys, and Light, and growth in false hearts, | pn31|vbz av vvn pc-acp vbr n2, cc n2, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp j n2, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6591 | but there is not that fulnesse of joy, that fulnesse of light, that fulnesse of the Spirit which is in the Faithful, | but there is not that fullness of joy, that fullness of Light, that fullness of the Spirit which is in the Faithful, | cc-acp pc-acp vbz xx d n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt j, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6592 | and here they ever fall short. Yet note, 1. There is not a perfect measure; | and Here they ever fallen short. Yet note, 1. There is not a perfect measure; | cc av pns32 av vvb j. av n1, crd pc-acp vbz xx dt j n1; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1060 | Page 191 |
6593 | no• the fulnesse that shall be when our souls shall be gathered to them that are made perfect. | no• the fullness that shall be when our Souls shall be gathered to them that Are made perfect. | n1 dt n1 cst vmb vbi c-crq po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn j. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1061 | Page 191 |
6594 | 2. Nor yet that there is that fulnesse the Saints aim at; for 'tis the resurrection they aim at, Phil. 3. 12, 13, 14. | 2. Nor yet that there is that fullness the Saints aim At; for it's the resurrection they aim At, Philip 3. 12, 13, 14. | crd ccx av cst pc-acp vbz d n1 dt n2 vvb p-acp; p-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, np1 crd crd, crd, crd | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1062 | Page 191 |
6595 | 3. Nor yet a glutting fulnesse, that men have Manna enough, and say, the main work is wrought, and that is enough: | 3. Nor yet a glutting fullness, that men have Manna enough, and say, the main work is wrought, and that is enough: | crd ccx av dt j-vvg n1, cst n2 vhb n1 av-d, cc vvi, dt j n1 vbz vvn, cc d vbz av-d: | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1063 | Page 191 |
6596 | Not such a fulness as satisfies their appetite from longing for more. | Not such a fullness as Satisfies their appetite from longing for more. | xx d dt n1 c-acp vvz po32 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dc. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1063 | Page 191 |
6597 | But which satisfies and quiets their Conscience in regard of the uprightnesse of their souls before the Lord. SECT. II. BUT for the more full and clear explication of this point, I shall shew you these three things. | But which Satisfies and quiets their Conscience in regard of the uprightness of their Souls before the Lord. SECT. II BUT for the more full and clear explication of this point, I shall show you these three things. | p-acp r-crq vvz cc vvz po32 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. n1. crd p-acp p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d crd n2. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1063 | Page 191 |
6598 | 1. That Hypocrites may have some inward touches of Gods Spirit. | 1. That Hypocrites may have Some inward touches of God's Spirit. | crd d n2 vmb vhi d j n2 pp-f npg1 n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1065 | Page 191 |
6599 | 2. That the very reason of their falsenesse is because they have no more than such touches or stroaks. | 2. That the very reason of their falseness is Because they have no more than such touches or Strokes. | crd cst dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz c-acp pns32 vhb dx dc cs d n2 cc n2. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1066 | Page 191 |
6600 | 3. That there is a fulnesse the Saints come to, which others want. To be shewed 1. Positively. 2. Negatively. I. | 3. That there is a fullness the Saints come to, which Others want. To be showed 1. Positively. 2. Negatively. I. | crd cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 dt n2 vvb p-acp, r-crq n2-jn vvb. pc-acp vbi vvn crd av-j. crd av-jn. pns11. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1067 | Page 191 |
6601 | That Hypocrites may have not only outward shews, but some inward lighter stroaks of Gods Spirit. As | That Hypocrites may have not only outward shows, but Some inward lighter Strokes of God's Spirit. As | d n2 vmb vhb xx av-j j vvz, cc-acp d j jc n2 pp-f npg1 n1. p-acp | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1068 | Page 191 |
6602 | 1. Of the Spirit restraining and confining, nay benumming of corruption, as Paul was blameless, | 1. Of the Spirit restraining and confining, nay benumbing of corruption, as Paul was blameless, | crd pp-f dt n1 vvg cc vvg, uh-x j-vvg pp-f n1, c-acp np1 vbds j, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1069 | Page 191 |
6603 | nay he had no mind nor will to many sins, nay did not think he had any living contempt and enmity of God in his heart. | nay he had no mind nor will to many Sins, nay did not think he had any living contempt and enmity of God in his heart. | uh-x pns31 vhd dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp d n2, uh-x vdd xx vvi pns31 vhd d j-vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1069 | Page 191 |
6604 | Hence Rom. 7. 9. 'tis said, When the Command came sin revived. | Hence Rom. 7. 9. it's said, When the Command Come since revived. | av np1 crd crd pn31|vbz vvn, c-crq dt n1 vvd n1 vvn. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1069 | Page 191 |
6605 | Was it not living before? Yes, but it was asleep, it was benummed, like cold Snakes, but not killed. | Was it not living before? Yes, but it was asleep, it was benumbed, like cold Snakes, but not killed. | vbds pn31 xx vvg a-acp? uh, cc-acp pn31 vbds j, pn31 vbds vvn, av-j j-jn n2, cc-acp xx vvn. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1069 | Page 191 |
6606 | 2. Of the Spirit preventing and exciting unto many, nay, to any duty of the Law in general, | 2. Of the Spirit preventing and exciting unto many, nay, to any duty of the Law in general, | crd pp-f dt n1 vvg cc j p-acp d, uh-x, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1070 | Page 191 |
6607 | and that sometime by fears of misery and terrours of the Law, Deut. 5. 23. And somtime by love and mercy, morally affecting the heart, Exod. 19. 4, 5, 6. You have heard what the Lord hath do•e, Will you now enter into Covenant? Yes, | and that sometime by fears of misery and terrors of the Law, Deuteronomy 5. 23. And sometime by love and mercy, morally affecting the heart, Exod 19. 4, 5, 6. You have herd what the Lord hath do•e, Will you now enter into Covenant? Yes, | cc cst av p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cc av p-acp n1 cc n1, av-j vvg dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn22 vhb vvn r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, vmb pn22 av vvi p-acp n1? uh, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1070 | Page 192 |
6608 | yet what is said of them? Psal. 78. 37. They were false in Gods Covenant. | yet what is said of them? Psalm 78. 37. They were false in God's Covenant. | av q-crq vbz vvn pp-f pno32? np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr j p-acp npg1 n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1070 | Page 192 |
6609 | 3. There may be some operative and quickning Grace of the Gospel, Heb. 6. 4. They were enlightened, &c. | 3. There may be Some operative and quickening Grace of the Gospel, Hebrew 6. 4. They were enlightened, etc. | crd pc-acp vmb vbi d j-jn cc j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr vvn, av | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1071 | Page 192 |
6610 | 4. There may besome edifying and cooperating gifts of Law and Gospel, whereby a man may not only be useful and helpful to some, | 4. There may besom edifying and cooperating Gifts of Law and Gospel, whereby a man may not only be useful and helpful to Some, | crd pc-acp vmb n1 vvg cc vvg n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb xx av-j vbi j cc j p-acp d, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1072 | Page 192 |
6611 | but to the Church of God, as those that did prophecy in Christs Name. And these may be so inward, that they think themselves clean and sincere; as Abimelech. | but to the Church of God, as those that did prophecy in Christ Name. And these may be so inward, that they think themselves clean and sincere; as Abimelech. | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp d cst vdd n1 p-acp npg1 n1. cc d vmb vbi av j, cst pns32 vvb px32 av-j cc j; c-acp np1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1072 | Page 192 |
6612 | II. That the reason of their unsoundness is because they have no more than lighter stroaks of Gods Spirit. | II That the reason of their unsoundness is Because they have no more than lighter Strokes of God's Spirit. | crd cst dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz c-acp pns32 vhb dx dc cs jc n2 pp-f npg1 n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1073 | Page 192 |
6613 | As I might shew in all these, Paul is blamelesse, yet far enough from having sin mortified by Christ, | As I might show in all these, Paul is blameless, yet Far enough from having since mortified by christ, | c-acp pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d d, np1 vbz j, av av-j av-d p-acp vhg n1 vvn p-acp np1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6614 | and hence professeth, We did serve divers Lusts, Tit. 3. 3. The Israelites cry out, they will do what God will have them: | and hence Professes, We did serve diverse Lustiest, Tit. 3. 3. The Israelites cry out, they will do what God will have them: | cc av vvz, pns12 vdd vvi j n2, np1 crd crd dt np1 vvb av, pns32 vmb vdi r-crq np1 vmb vhi pno32: | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6615 | Yet Oh that there were such an heart! Deut. 5. 29. They in Heb. 6. were enlightened and tasted, yet fell. | Yet O that there were such an heart! Deuteronomy 5. 29. They in Hebrew 6. were enlightened and tasted, yet fell. | av uh cst a-acp vbdr d dt n1! np1 crd crd pns32 p-acp np1 crd vbdr vvn cc vvn, av vvd. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6616 | He therefore adds, We are perswaded (v. 9.) better things of you. They did prophesie in Christs Name, Mat. 7. Yet depart from me you workers of iniquity. | He Therefore adds, We Are persuaded (v. 9.) better things of you. They did prophesy in Christ Name, Mathew 7. Yet depart from me you workers of iniquity. | pns31 av vvz, pns12 vbr vvn (n1 crd) j n2 pp-f pn22. pns32 vdd vvi p-acp npg1 n1, np1 crd av vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 n2 pp-f n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6617 | But see it more particularly, Mark 12. 33. Saith the Scribe to him, To love the Lord, oh ' tis better than all burnt Offerings. | But see it more particularly, Mark 12. 33. Says the Scribe to him, To love the Lord, o ' this better than all burned Offerings. | p-acp vvi pn31 av-dc av-jn, vvb crd crd vvz dt vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi dt n1, uh ' pn31|vbz jc cs d j-vvn n2. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6618 | Some Iews did rest there, but neglected the inward work; | some Iews did rest there, but neglected the inward work; | d np2 vdd vvi a-acp, cc-acp vvd dt j n1; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6619 | but this man, the inward work was prized in his judgment, he had both profession and some affection: | but this man, the inward work was prized in his judgement, he had both profession and Some affection: | cc-acp d n1, dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhd d n1 cc d n1: | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6620 | And was he now entred into the Kingdome of God? No. Here was his wound, he fell short of it some degrees. | And was he now entered into the Kingdom of God? No. Here was his wound, he fell short of it Some Degrees. | cc vbds pns31 av vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? uh-dx av vbds po31 n1, pns31 vvd j pp-f pn31 d n2. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6621 | Hence its said, thou art not far from the Kingdom of God. | Hence its said, thou art not Far from the Kingdom of God. | av pn31|vbz vvn, pns21 vb2r xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6622 | So the Israelites, Why did not they enter? Was not the Land good? Oh yes! | So the Israelites, Why did not they enter? Was not the Land good? O yes! | av dt np2, q-crq vdd xx pns32 vvi? vbds xx dt n1 j? uh uh! | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6623 | That report the worst of the Spies brought: | That report the worst of the Spies brought: | cst n1 dt js pp-f dt n2 vvn: | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6624 | But their hearts were not taken with the goodness of it, as Calebs and Ioshuahs were. | But their hearts were not taken with the Goodness of it, as Calebs and Ioshuahs were. | cc-acp po32 n2 vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp fw-la cc npg1 vbdr. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6625 | And hence they were shut out, Numb. 13. 27. & 14. 7, 8, 24. So it is here. | And hence they were shut out, Numb. 13. 27. & 14. 7, 8, 24. So it is Here. | cc av pns32 vbdr vvn av, j. crd crd cc crd crd, crd, crd av pn31 vbz av. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6626 | So an unsound heart may be enlightened, as 'tis there, Heb. 6. 4, 5. But there is a marvellous light which they never have, they have not such a degree, 1 Pet. 2. 9. And hence, Deut. 29. 2, 3, 4. The Lord hath not given you eyes to see to this day. | So an unsound heart may be enlightened, as it's there, Hebrew 6. 4, 5. But there is a marvellous Light which they never have, they have not such a degree, 1 Pet. 2. 9. And hence, Deuteronomy 29. 2, 3, 4. The Lord hath not given you eyes to see to this day. | np1 dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pn31|vbz a-acp, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 r-crq pns32 av-x vhb, pns32 vhb xx d dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cc av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd dt n1 vhz xx vvn pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6627 | Did the Lord give them no eyes to see, no hearts to be affected with what they did see? Why came they then out of Egypt? Why did they sing when they saw Pharaoh drowned? Why they had not such eyes and such hearts as Moses had, not unto that day. | Did the Lord give them no eyes to see, no hearts to be affected with what they did see? Why Come they then out of Egypt? Why did they sing when they saw Pharaoh drowned? Why they had not such eyes and such hearts as Moses had, not unto that day. | vdd dt n1 vvb pno32 dx n2 pc-acp vvi, dx n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pns32 vdd vvi? q-crq vvd pns32 av av pp-f np1? q-crq vdd pns32 vvi c-crq pns32 vvd np1 vvn? c-crq pns32 vhd xx d n2 cc d n2 c-acp np1 vhd, xx p-acp d n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1074 | Page 192 |
6628 | So for turning to the Lord. | So for turning to the Lord. | av p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6629 | Do not many unsound hearts turn over a new leaf? Do they not, not only outwardly, | Do not many unsound hearts turn over a new leaf? Do they not, not only outwardly, | vdb xx d j n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1? vdb pns32 xx, xx av-j av-j, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6630 | but inwardly too? Where is the flaw then? In the degree, Jer. 3. 10. Iudah hath not turned with her whole heart, but treacherously. | but inwardly too? Where is the flaw then? In the degree, Jer. 3. 10. Iudah hath not turned with her Whole heart, but treacherously. | cc-acp av-j av? q-crq vbz dt n1 av? p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cc-acp av-j. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6631 | So there may be some growth and life in false unsound hearts, that may after fall away: | So there may be Some growth and life in false unsound hearts, that may After fallen away: | av pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 cc n1 p-acp j j n2, cst vmb p-acp vvi av: | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6632 | But where is the wound? Look in the Parable of the Seed; Some grew not at all; | But where is the wound? Look in the Parable of the Seed; some grew not At all; | cc-acp q-crq vbz dt n1? n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; d vvd xx p-acp d; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6633 | some did grow, but not having depth of earth, fell again: | Some did grow, but not having depth of earth, fell again: | d vdd vvi, cc-acp xx vhg n1 pp-f n1, vvd av: | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6634 | Others fell not in persecution, but there were the roots of Thorns that choakt the Seed; | Others fell not in persecution, but there were the roots of Thorns that choked the Seed; | ng2-jn vvd xx p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbdr dt n2 pp-f n2 cst vvn dt n1; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6635 | the good grounds seed came to ripenesse and fulness of fruit, though some in a greater degree than others; | the good grounds seed Come to ripeness and fullness of fruit, though Some in a greater degree than Others; | dt j n2 n1 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cs d p-acp dt jc n1 cs n2-jn; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6636 | yet none at all (no ripe fruit) in the rest. | yet none At all (not ripe fruit) in the rest. | av pix p-acp d (xx j n1) p-acp dt n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6637 | Hence the Lord is said to weigh the heart, Prov. 16. 2. Men think they are humbled, | Hence the Lord is said to weigh the heart, Curae 16. 2. Men think they Are humbled, | av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 vvb pns32 vbr vvn, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6638 | and do believe, but God finds them too light, as Belshazzar was weighed and found too light. | and do believe, but God finds them too Light, as Belshazzar was weighed and found too Light. | cc vdb vvi, cc-acp np1 vvz pno32 av j, c-acp np1 vbds vvn cc vvd av j. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6639 | And thus it will be seen at the last day, when Christ Jesus shall appear, that all the most glorious Profession of many a man is therefore rejected, because found too light. III. That there is a fulnesse which the Saints have, and which others fall short of. Which I shall shew, I. | And thus it will be seen At the last day, when christ jesus shall appear, that all the most glorious Profession of many a man is Therefore rejected, Because found too Light. III. That there is a fullness which the Saints have, and which Others fallen short of. Which I shall show, I. | cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq np1 np1 vmb vvi, cst d dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d dt n1 vbz av vvn, c-acp vvn av j. np1. cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n2 vhb, cc r-crq n2-jn vvb j pp-f. r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, pns11. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1075 | Page 192 |
6640 | Positively and affirmatively from what hath been said, Prov. 12. 26. The righteous is more excellent. | Positively and affirmatively from what hath been said, Curae 12. 26. The righteous is more excellent. | av-j cc av-j p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn, np1 crd crd dt j vbz av-dc j. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1077 | Page 192 |
6641 | John 14. 17. Whom the world cannot receive, because it knows him not. There is that Spirit in Saints which no unregenerate man knows, hence desires not. | John 14. 17. Whom the world cannot receive, Because it knows him not. There is that Spirit in Saints which no unregenerate man knows, hence Desires not. | np1 crd crd ro-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi, c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 xx. pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp n2 r-crq dx j n1 vvz, av vvz xx. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1077 | Page 192 |
6642 | Because he dwells in you, he doth not only send some gifts, or work somwhat there, | Because he dwells in you, he does not only send Some Gifts, or work somewhat there, | p-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pn22, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi d n2, cc vvi av a-acp, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1077 | Page 192 |
6643 | but he dwells there, he fils the heart. | but he dwells there, he fills the heart. | cc-acp pns31 vvz a-acp, pns31 vvz dt n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1077 | Page 192 |
6644 | Hence the end of Christs death is, to purchase to himself a peculiar people, Tit. 2. 14. Of such a spirit, such holiness that only themselves know. | Hence the end of Christ death is, to purchase to himself a peculiar people, Tit. 2. 14. Of such a Spirit, such holiness that only themselves know. | av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 dt j n1, np1 crd crd pp-f d dt n1, d n1 cst j px32 vvb. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1077 | Page 193 |
6645 | So 'tis that which all the Prophets press to, to a higher pitch; | So it's that which all the prophets press to, to a higher pitch; | av pn31|vbz d r-crq d dt n2 vvb p-acp, p-acp dt jc n1; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1077 | Page 193 |
6646 | and hence that charge of Iosh. 22. 5. And 'tis a peculiar fruit of Election, Eph. 1. 4. 1. To be holy. 2. Before him. 3. In love. II. Negatively. | and hence that charge of Joshua 22. 5. And it's a peculiar fruit of Election, Ephesians 1. 4. 1. To be holy. 2. Before him. 3. In love. II Negatively. | cc av d n1 pp-f np1 crd crd cc pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd crd pc-acp vbi j. crd p-acp pno31. crd p-acp n1. crd av-jn. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1077 | Page 193 |
6647 | If there should not be such a distinguishing fulness, 1. Then the whole Ministry of Christ is in vain; | If there should not be such a distinguishing fullness, 1. Then the Whole Ministry of christ is in vain; | cs pc-acp vmd xx vbi d dt j-vvg n1, crd av dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp j; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1078 | Page 193 |
6648 | and so destroyed, for what is the end of that, that God raiseth up any Ministers in the Church, | and so destroyed, for what is the end of that, that God Raiseth up any Ministers in the Church, | cc av vvn, p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cst np1 vvz a-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1079 | Page 193 |
6649 | but this, Acts 26. 18. To turn men from darknesse to light. | but this, Acts 26. 18. To turn men from darkness to Light. | cc-acp d, n2 crd crd pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1079 | Page 193 |
6650 | If this light was only that in Heb. 6. 4 ▪ then the end of the Ministry was to work hypocrisie. | If this Light was only that in Hebrew 6. 4 ▪ then the end of the Ministry was to work hypocrisy. | cs d n1 vbds av-j d p-acp np1 crd crd ▪ cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds pc-acp vvi n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1079 | Page 193 |
6651 | And from the power of Satan to God, there the Lord leaves them not, but that they may receive remission of sins, &c. | And from the power of Satan to God, there the Lord leaves them not, but that they may receive remission of Sins, etc. | cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, a-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 xx, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n2, av | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1079 | Page 193 |
6652 | 2. If there should not be this fulness, most of the Promises should be destroyed, and Gods Faithfulness fail, and the Saints be deceived. | 2. If there should not be this fullness, most of thee Promises should be destroyed, and God's Faithfulness fail, and the Saints be deceived. | crd cs pc-acp vmd xx vbi d n1, ds pp-f pno32 vvz vmd vbi vvn, cc ng1 n1 vvi, cc dt n2 vbb vvn. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1080 | Page 193 |
6653 | For Promises are made to them that mourn, to them that hunger, to them that believe, &c. Now many Hypocrites mourn, | For Promises Are made to them that mourn, to them that hunger, to them that believe, etc. Now many Hypocrites mourn, | p-acp vvz vbr vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb, p-acp pno32 d n1, p-acp pno32 cst vvb, av av d n2 vvi, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1080 | Page 193 |
6654 | and desire, and the stony ground believed. Then it seems the promise is not true. | and desire, and the stony ground believed. Then it seems the promise is not true. | cc n1, cc dt j n1 vvn. cs pn31 vvz dt n1 vbz xx j. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1080 | Page 193 |
6655 | Yes, and therefore there must be another kind of mourning, another and higher degree of the Spirit of Faith, &c. i. e. not of the same Faith, | Yes, and Therefore there must be Another kind of mourning, Another and higher degree of the Spirit of Faith, etc. i. e. not of the same Faith, | uh, cc av pc-acp vmb vbi j-jn n1 pp-f n1, j-jn cc jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, av uh. sy. xx pp-f dt d n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1080 | Page 193 |
6656 | but of another kind of Faith. | but of Another kind of Faith. | cc-acp pp-f j-jn n1 pp-f n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1080 | Page 193 |
6657 | 3. If not, then all Christian endeavour after a higher measure of Grace should be destroyed. | 3. If not, then all Christian endeavour After a higher measure of Grace should be destroyed. | crd cs xx, cs d np1 n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1081 | Page 193 |
6658 | For if any man only hath Christ in his eye, that he may have him, I say that is sweet; | For if any man only hath christ in his eye, that he may have him, I say that is sweet; | p-acp cs d n1 av-j vhz np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vhi pno31, pns11 vvb cst vbz j; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1081 | Page 193 |
6659 | but I say you shall never have him, unless you receive him. Oh but many receive him! | but I say you shall never have him, unless you receive him. O but many receive him! | cc-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vmb av-x vhi pno31, cs pn22 vvb pno31. uh p-acp d vvb pno31! | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1081 | Page 193 |
6660 | as Iohn 2. 23. yet Christ commited not himself to them, for he saw what they were. | as John 2. 23. yet christ committed not himself to them, for he saw what they were. | c-acp np1 crd crd av np1 vvn xx px31 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns31 vvd r-crq pns32 vbdr. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1081 | Page 193 |
6661 | Now therefore if you regard not the measure, i. e. such a kind of receiving of him, you will never seek for it, pray for it, nor learn to know it. | Now Therefore if you regard not the measure, i. e. such a kind of receiving of him, you will never seek for it, pray for it, nor Learn to know it. | av av cs pn22 vvb xx dt n1, sy. sy. d dt n1 pp-f vvg pp-f pno31, pn22 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pn31, vvb p-acp pn31, ccx vvi pc-acp vvi pn31. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1081 | Page 193 |
6662 | And hence 'tis said, Prov. 15. 24. The way of life is above to the righteous, If it were not above, of that height, he would never come over difficulties to it. | And hence it's said, Curae 15. 24. The Way of life is above to the righteous, If it were not above, of that height, he would never come over difficulties to it. | cc av pn31|vbz vvn, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt j, cs pn31 vbdr xx a-acp, pp-f d n1, pns31 vmd av-x vvi p-acp n2 p-acp pn31. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1081 | Page 193 |
6663 | 4. If not, there is no true hope that any man can have: But 'tis utterly destroyed, 1 John 3. 3. He that hath this hope purgeth himself. | 4. If not, there is no true hope that any man can have: But it's utterly destroyed, 1 John 3. 3. He that hath this hope Purgeth himself. | crd cs xx, pc-acp vbz dx j n1 cst d n1 vmb vhi: cc-acp pn31|vbz av-j vvn, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz d n1 vvz px31. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1082 | Page 193 |
6664 | I am as good as such a one: But, as Christ is pure. That is his Copy and his Pattern. | I am as good as such a one: But, as christ is pure. That is his Copy and his Pattern. | pns11 vbm a-acp j c-acp d dt pi: cc-acp, p-acp np1 vbz j. cst vbz po31 n1 cc po31 n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1082 | Page 193 |
6665 | 5. The very people of God are destroyed from having a being in the world, if this measure makes not the difference. | 5. The very people of God Are destroyed from having a being in the world, if this measure makes not the difference. | crd dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp vhg dt vbg p-acp dt n1, cs d n1 vvz xx dt n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1083 | Page 193 |
6666 | If it be replied, the Lord Jesus makes the difference. | If it be replied, the Lord jesus makes the difference. | cs pn31 vbb vvn, dt n1 np1 vvz dt n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1083 | Page 193 |
6667 | 'Tis very true, those that are in Covenant, they have God to be their God, that makes one difference; | It's very true, those that Are in Covenant, they have God to be their God, that makes one difference; | pn31|vbz av j, d cst vbr p-acp n1, pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi po32 n1, cst vvz crd n1; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1083 | Page 193 |
6668 | but if there be not some peculiar workmanship of the Spirit in them, then though they have God their God, | but if there be not Some peculiar workmanship of the Spirit in them, then though they have God their God, | cc-acp cs pc-acp vbb xx d j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, av cs pns32 vhb n1 po32 n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1083 | Page 193 |
6669 | yet the second part of the Covenant is destroyed, i. e. They are not the Lords peculiar people that have more than common wash-work. | yet the second part of the Covenant is destroyed, i. e. They Are not the lords peculiar people that have more than Common wash-work. | av dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, sy. sy. pns32 vbr xx dt n2 j n1 cst vhb dc cs j n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1083 | Page 193 |
6670 | For we are not only the Lords people by choyce and purchase, but by new Creation also, Isa. 64. 7, 8, 9. SECT. III. HEnce we see the sight of no Grace is no part of a Christians Grace and Holiness. | For we Are not only the lords people by choice and purchase, but by new Creation also, Isaiah 64. 7, 8, 9. SECT. III. HEnce we see the sighed of no Grace is no part of a Christians Grace and Holiness. | c-acp pns12 vbr xx av-j dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp j n1 av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd n1. np1. av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dx n1 vbz dx n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1 cc n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1083 | Page 193 |
6671 | The five Foolish Virgins were not shut out Because they did not see they had no Oil, | dt crd j n2 vbdr xx vvn av c-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi pns32 vhd dx n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1084 | Page 193 | |
6672 | but because when they did see it, (as the Lord will make you see it first or last) they did not get such a measure and quantity of it as might fill their Vessel. | but Because when they did see it, (as the Lord will make you see it First or last) they did not get such a measure and quantity of it as might fill their Vessel. | cc-acp c-acp c-crq pns32 vdd vvi pn31, (c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 vvb pn31 ord cc ord) pns32 vdd xx vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 a-acp vmd vvi po32 n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1084 | Page 193 |
6673 | You may go down to Hell with complaints I have nothing, unlesse the eternal Spirit work somthing at last in you. | You may go down to Hell with complaints I have nothing, unless the Eternal Spirit work something At last in you. | pn22 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pns11 vhb pix, cs dt j n1 vvb pi p-acp ord p-acp pn22. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1084 | Page 193 |
6674 | Hence take heed of quenching and limiting the Spirit of God, |
Hence take heed of quenching and limiting the Spirit of God, when it's working upon and breathing in your hearts At any time, in any means. | av vvi n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn31|vbz vvg p-acp cc vvg p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n2. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1085 | Page 193 |
6675 | Because you may then fall short of this measure of it, and so be shut out at last. | Because you may then fallen short of this measure of it, and so be shut out At last. | p-acp pn22 vmb av vvi j pp-f d n1 pp-f pn31, cc av vbi vvn av p-acp ord. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1085 | Page 193 |
6676 | Look as it was with the Israelites, 'tis said of them, that they could not drive out the Canaanites, i. e. | Look as it was with the Israelites, it's said of them, that they could not drive out the Canaanites, i. e. | n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, pn31|vbz vvn pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi av dt np2, uh. sy. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1085 | Page 193 |
6677 | they would not by reason of their sloath; and ••nce they were pricks, nay snares to them. | they would not by reason of their sloth; and ••nce they were pricks, nay snares to them. | pns32 vmd xx p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1; cc av pns32 vbdr n2, uh-x n2 p-acp pno32. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1085 | Page 193 |
6678 | So the Lord begins to work strangely upon some men, but they are presently humble enough, and have comfort enough; | So the Lord begins to work strangely upon Some men, but they Are presently humble enough, and have Comfort enough; | np1 dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr av-j j av-d, cc vhb n1 av-d; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1085 | Page 194 |
6679 | and Grace enough, and cannot be better, and hence God makes their sins snares and thorns to their sorrow and ruine afterward. | and Grace enough, and cannot be better, and hence God makes their Sins snares and thorns to their sorrow and ruin afterwards. | cc n1 av-d, cc vmbx vbi j, cc av np1 vvz po32 n2 n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 av. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1085 | Page 194 |
6680 | Nay Beloved, many a one will quench the Spirit. Oh take heed of it! Thus, 1. The Spirit not only convinceth, but humbles his heart, and shake; | Nay beloved, many a one will quench the Spirit. O take heed of it! Thus, 1. The Spirit not only Convinces, but humbles his heart, and shake; | uh-x np1, d dt pi vmb vvi dt n1. uh vvb n1 pp-f pn31! av, crd dt n1 xx av-j vvz, cc-acp vvz po31 n1, cc vvi; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1085 | Page 194 |
6681 | his spirit with fears of sin. | his Spirit with fears of since. | po31 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
6682 | Now what should he do? He should welcom it, and say, oh blessed Spirit, dost begin to cast me down to the dust for my sin, | Now what should he do? He should welcome it, and say, o blessed Spirit, dost begin to cast me down to the dust for my since, | av q-crq vmd pns31 vdi? pns31 vmd vvi pn31, cc vvi, uh j-vvn n1, vd2 vvi pc-acp vvi pno11 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
6683 | before I am cast to Hell for my sin! What wilt have me to do? Oh humble me more. | before I am cast to Hell for my since! What wilt have me to do? O humble me more. | c-acp pns11 vbm vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1! q-crq vmd2 vhi pno11 pc-acp vdi? uh j pno11 av-dc. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
6684 | Give me not only an act of heaviness, but a spirit of heaviness! | Give me not only an act of heaviness, but a Spirit of heaviness! | vvb pno11 xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1! | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
6685 | As she said of affliction, I pray God this Plaister may never cease cleaving, till healed. | As she said of affliction, I pray God this Plaster may never cease cleaving, till healed. | p-acp pns31 vvd pp-f n1, pns11 vvb np1 d vvb vmb av-x vvi vvg, c-acp vvn. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
6688 | The man that hath thought his estate good so long, will not believe 'tis so with him now. | The man that hath Thought his estate good so long, will not believe it's so with him now. | dt n1 cst vhz vvn po31 n1 j av av-j, vmb xx vvi pn31|vbz av p-acp pno31 av. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
6689 | Or as Solomon speaks of Gods hand, he gro•s weary of his chas•isement, and so casts it off, | Or as Solomon speaks of God's hand, he gro•s weary of his chas•isement, and so Cast it off, | cc c-acp np1 vvz pp-f npg1 n1, pns31 vbz j pp-f po31 n1, cc av vvz pn31 a-acp, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
6690 | and catcheth hold on Christ and comfort, and there staies, before the Spirit hath done it. | and Catches hold on christ and Comfort, and there stays, before the Spirit hath done it. | cc vvz n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, cc a-acp vvz, p-acp dt n1 vhz vdn pn31. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1086 | Page 194 |
6691 | 2. If they dare not shake it off thus till the Spirit easeth, then they satisfie themselves with some hopes the Lord gives, | 2. If they Dare not shake it off thus till the Spirit eases, then they satisfy themselves with Some hope's the Lord gives, | crd cs pns32 vvb xx vvi pn31 a-acp av c-acp dt n1 vvz, cs pns32 vvb px32 p-acp d n2 dt n1 vvz, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1087 | Page 194 |
6692 | and some tast of his sweetness, before they are satisfied with it, as those did, Heb. 6. 4, 5. And hence Psal. 90. 14. Oh satisfie us with thy mercy, | and Some taste of his sweetness, before they Are satisfied with it, as those did, Hebrew 6. 4, 5. And hence Psalm 90. 14. O satisfy us with thy mercy, | cc d n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp d vdd, np1 crd crd, crd cc av np1 crd crd uh vvb pno12 p-acp po21 n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1087 | Page 194 |
6693 | so shall we be glad all the daies of our lives! So satisfied, as to live upon it alone. | so shall we be glad all the days of our lives! So satisfied, as to live upon it alone. | av vmb pns12 vbi j d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2! av vvn, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 av-j. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1087 | Page 194 |
6694 | As many say, they could be contented it should be so, but they do not live upon it. | As many say, they could be contented it should be so, but they do not live upon it. | p-acp d vvb, pns32 vmd vbi vvn pn31 vmd vbi av, cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1087 | Page 194 |
6695 | As if you should ask a man, could you be content to be made King, and come from Beggery? Yes; | As if you should ask a man, could you be content to be made King, and come from Beggary? Yes; | p-acp cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1, vmd pn22 vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn n1, cc vvb p-acp n1? uh; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1087 | Page 194 |
6696 | but he is left there, 'tis not so; and hence lives a Beggar still. Men cannot live without their lusts. | but he is left there, it's not so; and hence lives a Beggar still. Men cannot live without their Lustiest. | cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn a-acp, pn31|vbz xx av; cc av vvz dt n1 av. np1 vmbx vvi p-acp po32 n2. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1087 | Page 194 |
6697 | Yet saith Christ, My flesh is meat indeed, and drink indeed, i. e. This gives real consolation, satisfaction indeed. | Yet Says christ, My Flesh is meat indeed, and drink indeed, i. e. This gives real consolation, satisfaction indeed. | av vvz np1, po11 n1 vbz n1 av, cc vvi av, uh. sy. d vvz j n1, n1 av. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1087 | Page 194 |
6698 | And here many a Christian sinks, and goes up and down short of saving good. | And Here many a Christian sinks, and Goes up and down short of Saving good. | cc av d dt njp vvz, cc vvz a-acp cc a-acp j pp-f vvg j. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1087 | Page 194 |
6699 | 3. Hence many walk in some desires which the Spirit hath wrought, but to break through all difficulties, | 3. Hence many walk in Some Desires which the Spirit hath wrought, but to break through all difficulties, | crd av d n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6700 | and follow the Lord indeed, and come to that they know they must indeed, this they will not do, | and follow the Lord indeed, and come to that they know they must indeed, this they will not do, | cc vvi dt n1 av, cc vvb p-acp cst pns32 vvb pns32 vmb av, d pns32 vmb xx vdi, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6701 | but depart from Christ sorrowful, and hope the Lord will accept of them; | but depart from christ sorrowful, and hope the Lord will accept of them; | cc-acp vvb p-acp np1 j, cc vvb dt n1 vmb vvi pp-f pno32; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6702 | and hence the Lord complains, Mal. 1. 8. of this generation that had desires in their flocks, but lame ones. | and hence the Lord complains, Malachi 1. 8. of this generation that had Desires in their flocks, but lame ones. | cc av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pp-f d n1 cst vhd n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp j pi2. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6703 | Will thy King accept this? And so all their work is overly and superficial by stinting the Spirit. | Will thy King accept this? And so all their work is overly and superficial by stinting the Spirit. | vmb po21 n1 vvi d? cc av d po32 n1 vbz av-j cc j p-acp vvg dt n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6704 | Thus far you shall go but no farther. | Thus Far you shall go but no farther. | av av-j pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dx jc. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6705 | Oh Beloved, this is the frame of a sincere heart, the Lord empties him, but he is never content till the Lord fills; | O beloved, this is the frame of a sincere heart, the Lord empties him, but he is never content till the Lord fills; | uh j-vvn, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 vvz pno31, cc-acp pns31 vbz av-x j c-acp dt n1 vvz; | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6706 | and when he finds it, he sits not down content that the work is done, | and when he finds it, he sits not down content that the work is done, | cc c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, pns31 vvz xx a-acp vvi cst dt n1 vbz vdn, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6707 | but as his want made him beg before, so his tast makes him long more now, | but as his want made him beg before, so his taste makes him long more now, | cc-acp c-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31 vvi a-acp, av po31 n1 vvz pno31 av-j av-dc av, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6708 | as Moses, to see more of the Lords Glory: | as Moses, to see more of the lords Glory: | c-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dc pp-f dt n2 n1: | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6709 | As Paul, Phil. 3. 12, 13. Oh therefore when the Spirit comes, intreat it to go on and finish. | As Paul, Philip 3. 12, 13. O Therefore when the Spirit comes, entreat it to go on and finish. | c-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd uh av c-crq dt n1 vvz, vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6710 | And hence David begs, Psal. 119. 132. Oh the mercy that thou usest to shew to them that love thy Name! | And hence David begs, Psalm 119. 132. O the mercy that thou usest to show to them that love thy Name! | cc av np1 vvz, np1 crd crd uh dt n1 cst pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvb po21 n1! | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6711 | Why so? Oh David saw mercy to others, that sets God awork to do somwhat for them, work somwhat in them, but 'tis not such mercy. | Why so? O David saw mercy to Others, that sets God awork to do somewhat for them, work somewhat in them, but it's not such mercy. | q-crq av? uh np1 vvd n1 p-acp n2-jn, cst vvz np1 av pc-acp vdi av p-acp pno32, vvb av p-acp pno32, cc-acp pn31|vbz xx d n1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6712 | Oh beg for that mercy that humbled others, quickned others, that are now in Glory; that, or no mercy Lord! | O beg for that mercy that humbled Others, quickened Others, that Are now in Glory; that, or no mercy Lord! | uh vvb p-acp d n1 cst j-vvn n2-jn, vvd n2-jn, cst vbr av p-acp n1; cst, cc dx n1 n1! | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1088 | Page 194 |
6713 | How shall I know whether the work is overly? |
How shall I know whither the work is overly? 1. If sudden and violent, it's usually overly. | q-crq vmb pns11 vvi cs dt n1 vbz av-j? crd cs j cc j, pn31|vbz av-j av-n. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1089 | Page 194 |
6714 | A Picture long a drawing is exact, another soon done is lightly done. A man hath Leopard-spots, which in our garments cannot be washed out easily. | A Picture long a drawing is exact, Another son done is lightly done. A man hath Leopard-spots, which in our garments cannot be washed out Easily. | dt n1 av-j dt vvg vbz j, j-jn n1 vdn vbz av-j vdn. dt n1 vhz n2, r-crq p-acp po12 n2 vmbx vbi vvn av av-j. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1090 | Page 194 |
6715 | Gods through-work is soaking and searching. | God's through-work is soaking and searching. | npg1 n1 vbz vvg cc vvg. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1090 | Page 194 |
6716 | Hence violent sudden sorrows and joyes and reformation which all were in the stony ground, proved unsound, Mat. 13. 5. 2. God hath thy time of trying thee, Mat. 13. The seed was sown. | Hence violent sudden sorrows and Joys and Reformation which all were in the stony ground, proved unsound, Mathew 13. 5. 2. God hath thy time of trying thee, Mathew 13. The seed was sown. | av j j n2 cc n2 cc n1 r-crq d vbdr p-acp dt j n1, vvd j, np1 crd crd crd np1 vhz po21 n1 pp-f vvg pno21, np1 crd dt n1 vbds vvn. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1090 | Page 194 |
6717 | Which now is good ground? Where is there fruit to be seen and ripeness of Grace? Look upon persecution, | Which now is good ground? Where is there fruit to be seen and ripeness of Grace? Look upon persecution, | r-crq av vbz j n1? q-crq vbz pc-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc n1 pp-f n1? n1 p-acp n1, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 194 |
6718 | if that doth not drive thee from Christ. | if that does not drive thee from christ. | cs d vdz xx vvi pno21 p-acp np1. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 194 |
6719 | If that doth not, see if the world doth not, which by a certain deceit and cozenage will befool you. | If that does not, see if the world does not, which by a certain deceit and cozenage will befool you. | cs d vdz xx, vvb cs dt n1 vdz xx, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pn22. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 194 |
6720 | I am pe•swaded, as 〈 ◊ 〉 is, that all the several trials of men are to shew them to themselves and the world, that they be but counterfeits, | I am pe•swaded, as 〈 ◊ 〉 is, that all the several trials of men Are to show them to themselves and the world, that they be but counterfeits, | pns11 vbm vvn, c-acp 〈 sy 〉 vbz, cst d dt j n2 pp-f n2 vbr pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp px32 cc dt n1, cst pns32 vbb p-acp n2-jn, | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 194 |
6721 | and to make Saints known to themselves the better. | and to make Saints known to themselves the better. | cc pc-acp vvi np1 vvn p-acp px32 dt av-jc. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 195 |
6722 | As Saul, he hath a temptation only of a command, when he had nothing to cause him to stoop but it, yet he fell there. | As Saul, he hath a temptation only of a command, when he had nothing to cause him to stoop but it, yet he fell there. | p-acp np1, pns31 vhz dt n1 av-j pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhd pix pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, av pns31 vvd a-acp. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 195 |
6723 | So 'tis with many others that God doth much for, he tries them, Rom. 5. 5. Trib•la•ion works trial, and that hope. Prov. 17. 3. If you would know whether it will hold weight, the trial will tell you. | So it's with many Others that God does much for, he tries them, Rom. 5. 5. Trib•la•ion works trial, and that hope. Curae 17. 3. If you would know whither it will hold weight, the trial will tell you. | av pn31|vbz p-acp d n2-jn cst n1 vdz d p-acp, pns31 vvz pno32, np1 crd crd n1 vvz n1, cc d n1. np1 crd crd cs pn22 vmd vvi cs pn31 vmb vvi n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pn22. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 195 |
6724 | Look you there, and in special, if it drives to Prayer, fear not. | Look you there, and in special, if it drives to Prayer, Fear not. | n1 pn22 a-acp, cc p-acp j, cs pn31 vvz p-acp n1, vvb xx. | (24) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 195 |
6725 | CHAP. XX. | CHAP. XX. | np1 crd. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 195 |
6726 | Wherein is given a more Large and Full account of that Fulnesse of Grace that is in Believers, | Wherein is given a more Large and Full account of that Fullness of Grace that is in Believers, | q-crq vbz vvn dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 195 |
6727 | as to the Several Parts thereof, and how the most Glorious Hypocrites come short in all. SECT. I. MAke therefore a narrow search whether you have this Fulness of the Spirit |
as to the Several Parts thereof, and how the most Glorious Hypocrites come short in all. SECT. I. MAke Therefore a narrow search whither you have this Fullness of the Spirit or no. What is this Fulness•? | c-acp p-acp dt j n2 av, cc c-crq dt av-ds j n2 vvb j p-acp d. n1. np1 vvb av dt j n1 cs pn22 vhb d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc av-dx. q-crq vbz d np1? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1091 | Page 195 |
6728 | When the Spirit comes in the room of those things which a man is full |
When the Spirit comes in the room of those things which a man is full of now. | c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq dt n1 vbz j pp-f av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1094 | Page 195 |
6729 | For fulness or filling implies emptiness, and the removal of that. | For fullness or filling Implies emptiness, and the removal of that. | p-acp n1 cc n-vvg vvz n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1094 | Page 195 |
6730 | Now there Are six things every man is full of. 1. since 2. Darkness. 3. Unbelief. 4. Satan. 5. Self. 6. World. | av a-acp vbr crd n2 d n1 vbz j pp-f. crd n1 crd n1. crd n1. crd np1. crd n1. crd n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1095 | Page 195 | |
6752 | therefore for the better clearing of this Point, let me explain five things to you: | Therefore for the better clearing of this Point, let me explain five things to you: | av p-acp dt jc n-vvg pp-f d n1, vvb pno11 vvi crd n2 p-acp pn22: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1099 | Page 196 |
6753 | The Scope of which is to shew you, what I mean by sin, and the power of it, | The Scope of which is to show you, what I mean by since, and the power of it, | dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi pn22, r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1099 | Page 196 |
6731 | So there is answerably in every Saint, 1. A Fulness of humiliation for sin. 2. A Fulness of illumina••on and revelation, in the room of darkness. 3. A Fulness of Faith, in the room of unbelief. 4. A Fulness of the Spirit it self, in the room of Satan. 5. A Fulness of Sanctification in acting for God as their last end, in the room of self-seeking. 6. A Fulness of Glory and Consolation, in stead of the world. | So there is answerably in every Saint, 1. A Fullness of humiliation for since. 2. A Fullness of illumina••on and Revelation, in the room of darkness. 3. A Fullness of Faith, in the room of unbelief. 4. A Fullness of the Spirit it self, in the room of Satan. 5. A Fullness of Sanctification in acting for God as their last end, in the room of self-seeking. 6. A Fullness of Glory and Consolation, in stead of the world. | av pc-acp vbz av-j p-acp d n1, crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp po32 ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1096 | Page 195 |
6732 | I. Fulness of humiliation under sin, opposite to fulness of sin. | I Fullness of humiliation under since, opposite to fullness of since. | uh n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, j-jn p-acp n1 pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1097 | Page 195 |
6733 | For every hypocritical heart hath commonly some humiliation and casting down, which is the first Principle of all his Profession, | For every hypocritical heart hath commonly Some humiliation and casting down, which is the First Principle of all his Profession, | p-acp d j n1 vhz av-j d n1 cc vvg a-acp, r-crq vbz dt ord n1 pp-f d po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6734 | and hence can tell you of his miserable estate that once he lived in, and for which he was troubled, | and hence can tell you of his miserable estate that once he lived in, and for which he was troubled, | cc av vmb vvi pn22 pp-f po31 j n1 cst a-acp pns31 vvd p-acp, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6735 | but it was never deep enough. | but it was never deep enough. | cc-acp pn31 vbds av-x j-jn av-d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6736 | For as there was before his terrifying, a full power, a fulness of the dominion of sin, his humiliation for sin, never reached, never came to that fulness or measure, | For as there was before his terrifying, a full power, a fullness of the dominion of since, his humiliation for since, never reached, never Come to that fullness or measure, | p-acp a-acp pc-acp vbds p-acp po31 n-vvg, dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, po31 n1 p-acp n1, av-x vvd, av-x vvd p-acp d n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6737 | so as to deliver the soul from that. | so as to deliver the soul from that. | av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6738 | For I do not account that true humiliation whereby a mans heart is rent, troubled and tormented with sin, | For I do not account that true humiliation whereby a men heart is rend, troubled and tormented with since, | p-acp pns11 vdb xx vvi cst j n1 c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn, j-vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6739 | but whereby 'tis rent from sin; | but whereby it's rend from since; | cc-acp c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6740 | not from the being, but from the power, not from the bondage of some, but yet from the power of all. | not from the being, but from the power, not from the bondage of Some, but yet from the power of all. | xx p-acp dt vbg, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6741 | For if rending with sin should be humiliation, then the Devils should be more humbled then any. | For if rending with since should be humiliation, then the Devils should be more humbled then any. | p-acp cs vvg p-acp n1 vmd vbi n1, cs dt n2 vmd vbi av-dc vvn cs d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6742 | Then also a man may have too much of humiliation, and of Gods Spirit. | Then also a man may have too much of humiliation, and of God's Spirit. | av av dt n1 vmb vhi av d pp-f n1, cc pp-f ng1 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 195 |
6743 | If rending from the being of all sin should be humiliation, then no man living should be sincerely humbled; | If rending from the being of all since should be humiliation, then no man living should be sincerely humbled; | cs vvg p-acp dt vbg pp-f d n1 vmd vbi n1, av dx n1 vvg vmd vbi av-j vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 196 |
6744 | unless we dream of an est•te of perfection before it comes, and of the day of triumph in the time of warfare. | unless we dream of an est•te of perfection before it comes, and of the day of triumph in the time of warfare. | cs pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 vvz, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 196 |
6745 | If rending from the bondage of some sins should be humiliation, then a man might be truly humbled for sin, | If rending from the bondage of Some Sins should be humiliation, then a man might be truly humbled for since, | cs vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmd vbi n1, cs dt n1 vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 196 |
6746 | and yet under the power of it. | and yet under the power of it. | cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 196 |
6747 | And therefore look as in every one the Lord humbles, there was once a fulness of the reign and power of sin in the full strength of it; | And Therefore look as in every one the Lord humbles, there was once a fullness of the Reign and power of since in the full strength of it; | cc av vvb a-acp p-acp d pi dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vbds a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 196 |
6748 | so that full measure of Humiliation which the Lord works in his, it ever comes to that height, | so that full measure of Humiliation which the Lord works in his, it ever comes to that height, | av d j n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp png31, pn31 av vvz p-acp d n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 196 |
6749 | as to break that power down, Ehud - like, it not only wounds the flesh, but leaves the dagger in the heart of this Tyrant; | as to break that power down, Ehud - like, it not only wounds the Flesh, but leaves the dagger in the heart of this Tyrant; | c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 a-acp, np1 - zz, pn31 xx av-j vvz dt n1, cc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 196 |
6750 | 2 Cor. 10. 5. The weapons of our warfare are mighty to cast down every thing that exalts it self. | 2 Cor. 10. 5. The weapons of our warfare Are mighty to cast down every thing that exalts it self. | crd np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 cst vvz pn31 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1098 | Page 196 |
6751 | If I should leave this Point thus, I should but leave you as doubtful as you came, and so in the dark; | If I should leave this Point thus, I should but leave you as doubtful as you Come, and so in the dark; | cs pns11 vmd vvi d n1 av, pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp j c-acp pn22 vvd, cc av p-acp dt j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1099 | Page 196 |
6755 | That besides the outward acts of sin, and inward lusts and breathings of sin, and the spiritual plagues with which God strikes men for sin, | That beside the outward acts of since, and inward Lustiest and breathings of since, and the spiritual plagues with which God strikes men for since, | cst p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f n1, cc dt j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz n2 p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6756 | as blindness, hardness of heart, there is in every man living another sin, commonly called the sin of nature: (as in the Serpents, besides the spitting of poyson, their nature is poisonous) which sin is generally beleeved and confessed, but felt by few. | as blindness, hardness of heart, there is in every man living Another since, commonly called the since of nature: (as in the Serpents, beside the spitting of poison, their nature is poisonous) which since is generally believed and confessed, but felt by few. | c-acp n1, n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1 vvg j-jn n1, av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f n1: (c-acp p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n1, po32 n1 vbz j) r-crq n1 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn, cc-acp vvd p-acp d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6757 | This is called in Scripture by the name of Flesh, Joh. 3. 3. The Law of the members, The old man. | This is called in Scripture by the name of Flesh, John 3. 3. The Law of the members, The old man. | d vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6758 | For as in men, there are actions, breathings, and the man himself; So here: | For as in men, there Are actions, breathings, and the man himself; So Here: | c-acp c-acp p-acp n2, pc-acp vbr n2, n2-vvg, cc dt n1 px31; av av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6759 | Which sin of nature is the deordination of the whole man, or a corrupt bent and set of the whole man against God: | Which since of nature is the deordination of the Whole man, or a corrupt bent and Set of the Whole man against God: | r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc dt j n1 cc vvn pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6760 | And it expresseth it self in two particulars; 1. In a constant departing from God in every action, Civil and Moral: | And it Expresses it self in two particulars; 1. In a constant departing from God in every actium, Civil and Moral: | cc pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp crd n2-j; crd p-acp dt j n-vvg p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, j cc j: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6761 | Like a man set out of his way, every step he goes is ou•; | Like a man Set out of his Way, every step he Goes is ou•; | av-j dt n1 vvd av pp-f po31 n1, d n1 pns31 vvz vbz n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6762 | or like a Clock out of frame, every stroke is false, Psal. 58. 3. The wicked go astray from the very wombe. | or like a Clock out of frame, every stroke is false, Psalm 58. 3. The wicked go astray from the very womb. | cc av-j dt n1 av pp-f n1, d n1 vbz j, np1 crd crd dt j vvi av p-acp dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6763 | 2. In a fierce, invincible, resisting and contradicting of God, whe• he hath overtaken the soul to draw it home, | 2. In a fierce, invincible, resisting and contradicting of God, whe• he hath overtaken the soul to draw it home, | crd p-acp dt j, j, vvg cc vvg pp-f np1, n1 pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-an, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6764 | and turn it back, Rom. 8. 7. We account it a doleful thing for Christ to bid the soul depart at the last day, that wo is past upon all the sons of men by this sin now; | and turn it back, Rom. 8. 7. We account it a doleful thing for christ to bid the soul depart At the last day, that woe is passed upon all the Sons of men by this since now; | cc vvb pn31 av, np1 crd crd pns12 vvb pn31 dt j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6765 | only with this difference, 1. They are forced to depart then, men willingly depart now, | only with this difference, 1. They Are forced to depart then, men willingly depart now, | av-j p-acp d n1, crd pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av, n2 av-j vvi av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6766 | and hasten away in every thing from God as fast as they can. 2. They depart into fire, these to broken Cisterns of creatures. | and hasten away in every thing from God as fast as they can. 2. They depart into fire, these to broken Cisterns of creatures. | cc vvi av p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb. crd pns32 vvb p-acp n1, d pc-acp j-vvn n2 pp-f n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6767 | I do 3. Believe they would not resist the Lord, if he should come to save them from their separation then from him, this makes nature resist him now. | I do 3. Believe they would not resist the Lord, if he should come to save them from their separation then from him, this makes nature resist him now. | pns11 vdb crd vvb pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 av p-acp pno31, d vvz n1 vvi pno31 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1100 | Page 196 |
6768 | II. That this sin of nature is most properly only the reigning sin. | II That this since of nature is most properly only the reigning since. | crd d d n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-ds av-j av-j dt j-vvg n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6769 | The text is evident for it, Rom. 6. 12. Let not sin reign, to obey it in the lusts thereof. | The text is evident for it, Rom. 6. 12. Let not since Reign, to obey it in the Lustiest thereof. | dt n1 vbz j p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd vvb xx n1 vvi, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6770 | There is 1. Obedience, i. e. the outward acts. 2. Lusts, the inward breathings. 3. Sin it self where those lusts are seated. | There is 1. obedience, i. e. the outward acts. 2. Lustiest, the inward breathings. 3. since it self where those Lustiest Are seated. | pc-acp vbz crd n1, sy. sy. dt j n2. crd ng1, dt j n2-vvg. crd n1 pn31 n1 c-crq d n2 vbr vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6771 | It hath been a Question, What a mans raigning master sin is, and many discoveries have been made of particular sins, | It hath been a Question, What a men reigning master since is, and many discoveries have been made of particular Sins, | pn31 vhz vbn dt n1, q-crq dt ng1 vvg n1 n1 vbz, cc d n2 vhb vbn vvn pp-f j n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6772 | as that which riseth and awakeneth first in the morning with us, that which rides and labours a man upon the Sabbath day, | as that which Riseth and awakeneth First in the morning with us, that which rides and labours a man upon the Sabbath day, | c-acp d r-crq vvz cc vvz ord p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, cst r-crq vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6773 | when the Lord or sin must ride in triumph: | when the Lord or since must ride in triumph: | c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6774 | yet that is the misery of a carnal heart, that when he gives his beasts rest, | yet that is the misery of a carnal heart, that when he gives his beasts rest, | av cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst c-crq pns31 vvz po31 ng1 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6775 | yet such is sins tyranny, he being sins beast, that he shall then have no rest. | yet such is Sins tyranny, he being Sins beast, that he shall then have no rest. | av d vbz ng1 n1, pns31 vbg ng1 n1, cst pns31 vmb av vhi dx n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6776 | Now if their meaning be, that some particular sin may be a raigning sin, or a mans personal reigning sin; | Now if their meaning be, that Some particular since may be a reigning since, or a men personal reigning since; | av cs po32 n1 vbi, cst d j n1 vmb vbi dt j-vvg n1, cc dt ng1 j j-vvg n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6777 | then 'tis true, Iudas loves his bag best, and Achitophel and H•m•n his honour most, and 〈 ◊ 〉 his whore most. | then it's true, Iudas loves his bag best, and Ahithophel and H•m•n his honour most, and 〈 ◊ 〉 his whore most. | av pn31|vbz j, np1 vvz po31 n1 av-js, cc np1 cc av po31 n1 av-ds, cc 〈 sy 〉 po31 n1 av-ds. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6778 | But if they mean a mans natural reigning 〈 ◊ 〉; the reigning sin then, 'tis not any particular sin so much as this: | But if they mean a men natural reigning 〈 ◊ 〉; the reigning since then, it's not any particular since so much as this: | p-acp cs pns32 vvb dt ng1 j j-vvg 〈 sy 〉; dt j-vvg n1 av, pn31|vbz xx d j n1 av av-d c-acp d: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6779 | For no sin is able to reign over any man but by commission and power from this. | For no since is able to Reign over any man but by commission and power from this. | c-acp dx n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6780 | As the Weeds can never grow •all, but by vertue of their soil where they grow, Mat. 15. 19. All the boughs flourish by vertue of the root whence they grow. | As the Weeds can never grow •all, but by virtue of their soil where they grow, Mathew 15. 19. All the boughs flourish by virtue of the root whence they grow. | p-acp dt n2 vmb av-x vvi n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, np1 crd crd av-d dt n2 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6781 | And hence we shall see, let Satan sow his seeds of pride or lust or passion in a man whose nature is changed, its impossible they should come to any perfection there, b•• ••ey will die away within a time, | And hence we shall see, let Satan sow his seeds of pride or lust or passion in a man whose nature is changed, its impossible they should come to any perfection there, b•• ••ey will die away within a time, | cc av pns12 vmb vvi, vvb np1 vvi po31 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn, pn31|vbz j pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 a-acp, n1 n1 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 196 |
6782 | because the heart of the soil is gone, and power of sin removed; and hence also it comes to pass, that a mans master sin may be changed: | Because the heart of the soil is gone, and power of since removed; and hence also it comes to pass, that a men master since may be changed: | c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, cc n1 pp-f n1 vvn; cc av av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst dt ng1 n1 n1 vmb vbi vvn: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 197 |
6783 | Those sins that are his master-sins in his youth, are not in his old age, those that are at one time, in one place, are not in another. | Those Sins that Are his Master-sins in his youth, Are not in his old age, those that Are At one time, in one place, Are not in Another. | d n2 cst vbr po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, vbr xx p-acp po31 j n1, d cst vbr p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1, vbr xx p-acp j-jn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 197 |
6784 | Now there could never be such change of Governours and Vice-roys, unless there were some great King, that sets up one, | Now there could never be such change of Governors and Viceroys, unless there were Some great King, that sets up one, | av a-acp vmd av vbi d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cs pc-acp vbdr d j n1, cst vvz a-acp crd, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 197 |
6785 | and pulls down another, satis pro imperio; This is therefore the raigning sin, which hath taken possession of every part, which hath its hand in every act, which pulls down one sin and sets up another under it, which gives strength to every sin that hath any, which fights it out till the last: | and pulls down Another, satis Pro Imperial; This is Therefore the reigning since, which hath taken possession of every part, which hath its hand in every act, which pulls down one since and sets up Another under it, which gives strength to every since that hath any, which fights it out till the last: | cc vvz a-acp j-jn, fw-la fw-la fw-la; d vbz av dt j-vvg n1, r-crq vhz vvn n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhz po31 n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz a-acp crd n1 cc vvz a-acp j-jn p-acp pn31, r-crq vvz n1 p-acp d n1 cst vhz d, r-crq vvz pn31 av p-acp dt ord: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 197 |
6786 | This is I say the reigning sin; | This is I say the reigning since; | d vbz pns11 vvb dt j-vvg n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 197 |
6787 | hence think not that then the reigning sin is down, when your personal sins are destroyed, | hence think not that then the reigning since is down, when your personal Sins Are destroyed, | av vvb xx cst av dt j-vvg n1 vbz a-acp, c-crq po22 j n2 vbr vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 197 |
6788 | though it be with a most sudden and fearful destruction. III. That when the Spirit of God humbles the soul indeed, he strikes the head, and wounds the •eart of this sin; | though it be with a most sudden and fearful destruction. III. That when the Spirit of God humbles the soul indeed, he strikes the head, and wounds the •eart of this since; | cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1. np1. cst c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 av, pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1101 | Page 197 |
6789 | he doth not only cut off some limbs of it, not only binde it, but slay it of its life and power. | he does not only Cut off Some limbs of it, not only bind it, but slay it of its life and power. | pns31 vdz xx av-j vvn a-acp d n2 pp-f pn31, xx av-j vvi pn31, cc-acp vvb pn31 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6790 | That as 'tis with some men, they may have many pains, gripes, diseases, yet live and recover again, | That as it's with Some men, they may have many pains, gripes, diseases, yet live and recover again, | cst c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n2, pns32 vmb vhi d n2, n2, n2, av vvb cc vvi av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6791 | but the pangs are not so strong as to separate soul and body, for then the man is gone: | but the pangs Are not so strong as to separate soul and body, for then the man is gone: | cc-acp dt n2 vbr xx av j c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, c-acp cs dt n1 vbz vvn: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6792 | So a carnal heart he may be troubled, and have many gripes of Conscience, and apply the promise, Come to me you that be weary, and so he may finde rest, | So a carnal heart he may be troubled, and have many gripes of Conscience, and apply the promise, Come to me you that be weary, and so he may find rest, | av dt j n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vhb d n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n1, vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 cst vbb j, cc av pns31 vmb vvi n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6794 | but when the pangs are so strong as to separate body and soul, sin of nature which hath lived there; | but when the pangs Are so strong as to separate body and soul, since of nature which hath lived there; | cc-acp c-crq dt n2 vbr av j c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vhz vvn a-acp; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6795 | now the man dies, now the soul falls down indeed. | now the man die, now the soul falls down indeed. | av dt n1 vvz, av dt n1 vvz a-acp av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6796 | Now this effectual humiliation carries the soul unto Christ, and hence Acts 26. 18. turned from the power of Satan to God, Col. 1. 13. He hath delivered us from the power of darkness. | Now this effectual humiliation carries the soul unto christ, and hence Acts 26. 18. turned from the power of Satan to God, Col. 1. 13. He hath Delivered us from the power of darkness. | av d j n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, cc av n2 crd crd vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6797 | And hence Gal. 5. 24. They that be in Christ have cr•eified the flesh, as well as the affections and l•sts: | And hence Gal. 5. 24. They that be in christ have cr•eified the Flesh, as well as the affections and l•sts: | cc av np1 crd crd pns32 d vbb p-acp np1 vhb vvn dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 cc n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6798 | For if the Lord should only humble a man for the sins of a wicked life, | For if the Lord should only humble a man for the Sins of a wicked life, | c-acp cs dt n1 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6799 | and some wants in the heart, the Lord should only bruise Satans heel, but never strike his head; | and Some Wants in the heart, the Lord should only bruise Satan heel, but never strike his head; | cc d vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmd av-j vvi npg1 n1, cc-acp av-x vvb po31 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6800 | the Lord should slay the A•al•kites, but spare the Agag; 'tis true, the Lord usually at first conversion sets one sin upon the soul that brings to minde many other, | the Lord should slay the A•al•kites, but spare the Agag; it's true, the Lord usually At First conversion sets one since upon the soul that brings to mind many other, | dt n1 vmd vvi dt n2, p-acp vvi dt np1; pn31|vbz j, dt n1 av-j p-acp ord n1 vvz crd n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz pc-acp vvi d n-jn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6801 | and the Lord humbles for them, and here the soul is apt to rest as many do, | and the Lord humbles for them, and Here the soul is apt to rest as many do, | cc dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d vdb, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6802 | but when the Lord comes indeed to work, he cuts thus deep as now I speak. 1 Cor. •5. | but when the Lord comes indeed to work, he cuts thus deep as now I speak. 1 Cor. •5. | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz av av-jn c-acp av pns11 vvb. crd np1 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6803 | 'Tis said, The Lord must reign till all his •nemies are put under his 〈 ◊ 〉. | It's said, The Lord must Reign till all his •nemies Are put under his 〈 ◊ 〉. | pn31|vbz vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po31 〈 sy 〉. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6804 | Look therefore as this sin is the greatest enemy Christ hath, so if he reigns in heaven, he will be sure above all other sins, to strike the head of this, and disthrone this; | Look Therefore as this since is the greatest enemy christ hath, so if he reigns in heaven, he will be sure above all other Sins, to strike the head of this, and disthrone this; | vvb av c-acp d n1 vbz dt js n1 np1 vhz, av cs pns31 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp d j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d, cc vvi d; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6805 | and w• shall find that there may be deep terrors upon the false hearted Virgins, but they only assault the soul; | and w• shall find that there may be deep terrors upon the false hearted Virgins, but they only assault the soul; | cc n1 vmb vvi cst a-acp vmb vbi j-jn n2 p-acp dt j j-vvn n2, cc-acp pns32 av-j vvi dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6806 | So on Saints, but Christ then strikes at the sin and saves the soul, Isai. 57. 16, 17. And this I add, there may be a great power of Christ put forth to humble the soul, but mens hearts resist this; | So on Saints, but christ then strikes At the since and saves the soul, Isaiah 57. 16, 17. And this I add, there may be a great power of christ put forth to humble the soul, but men's hearts resist this; | av p-acp n2, cc-acp np1 av vvz p-acp dt n1 cc vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc d pns11 vvb, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvd av pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp ng2 n2 vvi d; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6807 | and even Pharaoh was humbled, but its never saving, unless it strike the very power and throne of sin, and so this sin; | and even Pharaoh was humbled, but its never Saving, unless it strike the very power and throne of since, and so this since; | cc av np1 vbds vvn, cc-acp pn31|vbz av vvg, cs pn31 vvb dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc av d n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6808 | and now the soul is humbled indeed. IV. That no unregenerate man ever had such a measure of humiliation, as ascended to, | and now the soul is humbled indeed. IV. That no unregenerate man ever had such a measure of humiliation, as ascended to, | cc av dt n1 vbz vvn av. np1 cst dx j n1 av vhd d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vvn p-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1102 | Page 197 |
6809 | and ended in this, though he may have all that Humiliation which is precedent unto this. As, | and ended in this, though he may have all that Humiliation which is precedent unto this. As, | cc vvn p-acp d, cs pns31 vmb vhi d cst n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp d. p-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1103 | Page 197 |
6810 | 1. The Lord may arm first some few, and then many of the sins of their lives upon them, | 1. The Lord may arm First Some few, and then many of the Sins of their lives upon them, | crd dt n1 vmb vvi ord d d, cc av d pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1104 | Page 197 |
6811 | so as they may feel the most intollerable burthen of them; not only to stand convinced they are most grievous sinners, but to shed many tears; | so as they may feel the most intolerable burden of them; not only to stand convinced they Are most grievous Sinners, but to shed many tears; | av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt av-ds j n1 pp-f pno32; xx av-j pc-acp vvi vvd pns32 vbr av-ds j n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi d n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1104 | Page 197 |
6812 | nay, to be sore troubled and distressed, oh the heavy wrath that lies upon my soul! | nay, to be soar troubled and distressed, o the heavy wrath that lies upon my soul! | uh-x, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cc j-vvn, uh dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp po11 n1! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1104 | Page 197 |
6813 | Thus Saul, 1 Sam. 28. 15. And hence many make heavy complaints, oh the Lord hears me not! | Thus Saul, 1 Sam. 28. 15. And hence many make heavy complaints, o the Lord hears me not! | av np1, crd np1 crd crd cc av d vvb j n2, uh dt n1 vvz pno11 xx! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1104 | Page 197 |
6814 | Send for Moses, saith Pharaoh. My sin is gr•••er than I can •ear, saith Cain. Nay, not only so, | Send for Moses, Says Pharaoh. My since is gr•••er than I can •ear, Says Cain. Nay, not only so, | vvb p-acp np1, vvz np1. po11 n1 vbz jc cs pns11 vmb vvi, vvz np1. uh, xx av-j av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1104 | Page 197 |
6815 | but they may feel more terrors •han many of the Saints, as the damned now; | but they may feel more terrors •han many of the Saints, as the damned now; | cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi dc n2 av d pp-f dt n2, c-acp dt j-vvn av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1104 | Page 197 |
6816 | for the Lord lays this burthen upon his peoples backs in measure, but the Lord empties out the whole sack upon them, | for the Lord lays this burden upon his peoples backs in measure, but the Lord empties out the Whole sack upon them, | p-acp dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvz av dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1104 | Page 197 |
6817 | and the ground of this is but the sting of sin, or the gnawings of particular sins in the Conscience, not the burthen of the sin of nature as yet. | and the ground of this is but the sting of since, or the gnawings of particular Sins in the Conscience, not the burden of the since of nature as yet. | cc dt n1 pp-f d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1, xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1104 | Page 197 |
6818 | 2. You will say, these fell from God, never looked to Christ, not left their sin; but I have done so. | 2. You will say, these fell from God, never looked to christ, not left their since; but I have done so. | crd pn22 vmb vvi, d vvd p-acp np1, av-x vvd p-acp np1, xx vvn po32 n1; cc-acp pns11 vhb vdn av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1105 | Page 198 |
6819 | I have seen the mercy of God in the Gospel, the Lord Jesus hath been revealed there, | I have seen the mercy of God in the Gospel, the Lord jesus hath been revealed there, | pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 np1 vhz vbn vvn a-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1105 | Page 198 |
6820 | and I have seen sin, I must part with my sin, if ever I have him, and so I have. | and I have seen since, I must part with my since, if ever I have him, and so I have. | cc pns11 vhb vvn n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, cs av pns11 vhb pno31, cc av pns11 vhb. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1105 | Page 198 |
6821 | And this you may have, you may see an excellency in Christ, and be so affected with hope of his mercy, | And this you may have, you may see an excellency in christ, and be so affected with hope of his mercy, | cc d pn22 vmb vhi, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vbb av vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1105 | Page 198 |
6822 | and melt at the thoughts of his Love, as to cast off all outward evils that thou hast, | and melt At the thoughts of his Love, as to cast off all outward evils that thou hast, | cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp d j n2-jn cst pns21 vh2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1105 | Page 198 |
6823 | or the world lives in, 2 Pe•. 2. 20. So that thou maist escape these, by coming to him to remove them, | or the world lives in, 2 Pe•. 2. 20. So that thou Mayest escape these, by coming to him to remove them, | cc dt n1 vvz p-acp, crd np1. crd crd av cst pns21 vm2 vvi d, p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1105 | Page 198 |
6824 | and by seeing that else thou shalt have none of him; and hence hated thou maist be of the world. | and by seeing that Else thou shalt have none of him; and hence hated thou Mayest be of the world. | cc p-acp vvg cst av pns21 vm2 vhi pix pp-f pno31; cc av vvn pns21 vm2 vbi pp-f dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1105 | Page 198 |
6825 | The reason is, Christ hath only washed thy skin, but never changed thy nature as yet, | The reason is, christ hath only washed thy skin, but never changed thy nature as yet, | dt n1 vbz, np1 vhz av-j vvn po21 n1, cc-acp av-x vvn po21 n1 c-acp av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1105 | Page 198 |
6826 | so that you may thank God my Conscience is clear. | so that you may thank God my Conscience is clear. | av cst pn22 vmb vvi np1 po11 n1 vbz j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1105 | Page 198 |
6827 | 3. You may have not only outward acts, but for a time inward lusts quenched, that a man hath no mind nor heart to any sinful way, | 3. You may have not only outward acts, but for a time inward Lustiest quenched, that a man hath no mind nor heart to any sinful Way, | crd pn22 vmb vhb xx av-j j n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 j n2 vvn, cst dt n1 vhz dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp d j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6828 | nor to the dearest sins he hath lived in, whilst horrour lies upon him. | nor to the dearest Sins he hath lived in, while horror lies upon him. | ccx p-acp dt js-jn n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp, cs n1 vvz p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6829 | As in Iudas, when God did hea• his Conscience, his lust, after his Bag was gone, he had more mind to an halter; | As in Iudas, when God did hea• his Conscience, his lust, After his Bag was gone, he had more mind to an halter; | p-acp p-acp np1, c-crq np1 vdd n1 po31 n1, po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn, pns31 vhd dc n1 p-acp dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6830 | And hence f•ings away his pieces of silver, and innocent blood lies heavy. Oh •he mercy of a Christ that I have sleighted! | And hence f•ings away his Pieces of silver, and innocent blood lies heavy. O •he mercy of a christ that I have sleighted! | cc av vvz av po31 n2 pp-f n1, cc j-jn n1 vvz j. uh j n1 pp-f dt np1 cst pns11 vhb vvn! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6831 | He thought he might have had his money and Christ escaped with his life, and his sin pardoned afterward. | He Thought he might have had his money and christ escaped with his life, and his since pardoned afterwards. | pns31 vvd pns31 vmd vhi vhn po31 n1 cc np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vvn av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6832 | And hence its said, Mat. 27. 3. When he saw he was condemned, he repented, and as a man not worthy to live in his own thoughts, he goes and hangs himself. | And hence its said, Mathew 27. 3. When he saw he was condemned, he repented, and as a man not worthy to live in his own thoughts, he Goes and hangs himself. | cc av pn31|vbz vvn, np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd, cc p-acp dt n1 xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n2, pns31 vvz cc vvz px31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6833 | 'Tis with the soul as with water, all the cold may be gone, but the native Principle of cold remains still. | It's with the soul as with water, all the cold may be gone, but the native Principle of cold remains still. | pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp n1, d dt j-jn vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn n2 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6834 | You may remove the burning of lusts, not the blackness of nature, from a carnal heart, | You may remove the burning of Lustiest, not the blackness of nature, from a carnal heart, | pn22 vmb vvi dt j-vvg pp-f n2, xx dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6835 | and the ground holds, nature is not changed. | and the ground holds, nature is not changed. | cc dt n1 vvz, n1 vbz xx vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6836 | This I say an unregenerate man may have, but yet never find this change of nature, where the power of sin lies: | This I say an unregenerate man may have, but yet never find this change of nature, where the power of since lies: | d pns11 vvb dt j n1 vmb vhi, cc-acp av av-x vvi d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6837 | change of Conscience from security to terrour, change of life from prophaneness, and civility, and fashions of the world, to escape pollutions thereof; | change of Conscience from security to terror, change of life from profaneness, and civility, and fashions of the world, to escape pollutions thereof; | n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2 av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6838 | change of lusts, nay quenching them for a time; but the nature is never changed in the best Hypocrite that ever was. | change of Lustiest, nay quenching them for a time; but the nature is never changed in the best Hypocrite that ever was. | n1 pp-f n2, uh-x vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1; cc-acp dt n1 vbz av-x vvn p-acp dt js n1 cst av vbds. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6839 | As 2 Pet. 2. 19, 20. Th•• were washed, but never from their 〈 ◊ 〉 nature; | As 2 Pet. 2. 19, 20. Th•• were washed, but never from their 〈 ◊ 〉 nature; | p-acp crd np1 crd crd, crd n1 vbdr vvn, p-acp av-x p-acp po32 〈 sy 〉 np1-n; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6840 | And here they ever fail, Prov. 30. 12. There is a gen•ration clean in their own eyes, | And Here they ever fail, Curae 30. 12. There is a gen•ration clean in their own eyes, | cc av pns32 av vvb, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 j p-acp po32 d n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6841 | yet not washed from their filthinesse. | yet not washed from their filthiness. | av xx vvn p-acp po32 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6842 | 2 Tim. 2. 18, 19, 21. Alexander fell, and Hymeneus; they talked of the glorious estate of Saints, | 2 Tim. 2. 18, 19, 21. Alexander fell, and Hymenaeus; they talked of the glorious estate of Saints, | crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 vvd, cc np1; pns32 vvd pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6843 | and that here was all the resurrection that is to be expected; | and that Here was all the resurrection that is to be expected; | cc cst av vbds d dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6844 | and i• seems it was such a fall of such persons that many stumbled, and said, | and i• seems it was such a fallen of such Persons that many stumbled, and said, | cc n1 vvz pn31 vbds d dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst d vvd, cc vvd, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6845 | How shall we know who are the Lords? Doubtless we may fall. No, the foundation remains sure, and the Lord knows who are his. | How shall we know who Are the lords? Doubtless we may fallen. No, the Foundation remains sure, and the Lord knows who Are his. | q-crq vmb pns12 vvi r-crq vbr dt n2? av-j pns12 vmb vvi. uh-dx, dt n1 vvz j, cc dt n1 vvz r-crq vbr png31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6846 | They were none of his all that time, and let all that professe Christ depart from iniquity, for he that purgeth himself shall be a Vessel of honour. | They were none of his all that time, and let all that profess christ depart from iniquity, for he that Purgeth himself shall be a Vessel of honour. | pns32 vbdr pix pp-f po31 d d n1, cc vvb d cst vvb np1 vvi p-acp n1, p-acp pns31 cst vvz px31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6847 | And therefore read through all the Scripture, constantly never any Hypocri•es but they had this brand, Mat. 7. 23. You workers of iniqui•y. Herod and Iudas had their haunts, &c. And Rom. 1, | And Therefore read through all the Scripture, constantly never any Hypocri•es but they had this brand, Mathew 7. 23. You workers of iniqui•y. Herod and Iudas had their haunts, etc. And Rom. 1, | cc av vvn p-acp d dt n1, av-j av d n2 cc-acp pns32 vhd d n1, np1 crd crd pn22 n2 pp-f n1. np1 cc np1 vhd po32 n2, av cc np1 vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6848 | & 2. The Apostle shews that all were under sin. | & 2. The Apostle shows that all were under since. | cc crd dt n1 vvz cst d vbdr p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6849 | He may in eve•y thing else be humbled, for all the humiliation besides this strengthens sin in its Kingdom, | He may in eve•y thing Else be humbled, for all the humiliation beside this strengthens since in its Kingdom, | pns31 vmb p-acp j n1 av vbi vvn, p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6850 | and binds a man faste• under the dominion of it. | and binds a man faste• under the dominion of it. | cc vvz dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6851 | And hence such men are more hard to he convinced th•n men that were never cast down at all. | And hence such men Are more hard to he convinced th•n men that were never cast down At all. | cc av d n2 vbr av-dc j p-acp pns31 vvd j n2 cst vbdr av-x vvn a-acp p-acp d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1106 | Page 198 |
6852 | But this he never finds, for if he should, then, | But this he never finds, for if he should, then, | p-acp d pns31 av vvz, c-acp cs pns31 vmd, av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1107 | Page 198 |
6853 | 1. A graceless heart might partake of the greatest Benefit of the Covenant of 〈 ◊ 〉 and love of God. | 1. A graceless heart might partake of the greatest Benefit of the Covenant of 〈 ◊ 〉 and love of God. | crd dt j n1 vmd vvi pp-f dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉 cc n1 pp-f np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1108 | Page 198 |
6854 | For Rom. 11. 26. This is my Covenant, to take away their s•n ▪ For to subdue s•n is greater love than to conquer Devils, death, | For Rom. 11. 26. This is my Covenant, to take away their s•n ▪ For to subdue s•n is greater love than to conquer Devils, death, | p-acp np1 crd crd d vbz po11 n1, pc-acp vvi av po32 j ▪ c-acp p-acp vvi n1 vbz jc n1 cs pc-acp vvi n2, n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1108 | Page 198 |
6855 | and Hell, Isa. •1. 6. 'Tis turning Lions into Lambs. | and Hell, Isaiah •1. 6. It's turning Lions into Lambs. | cc n1, np1 n1. crd pn31|vbz n1 n2 p-acp n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1108 | Page 198 |
6856 | 2. T•en an unregenerate man may partake of the last end of all the sufferings and sorrows of Christ, which is to save his people from their sin. | 2. T•en an unregenerate man may partake of the last end of all the sufferings and sorrows of christ, which is to save his people from their since. | crd np1 dt j n1 vmb vvi pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1109 | Page 198 |
6857 | And hence, John 1. 29 B•hold the Lamb of God which taketh away the sins of the world. | And hence, John 1. 29 B•hold the Lamb of God which Takes away the Sins of the world. | cc av, np1 crd crd vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz av dt n2 pp-f dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1109 | Page 198 |
6858 | 1 John 3. 5, 8. Christ came to destroy the works of the Devil. This therefore he ever falls short of. | 1 John 3. 5, 8. christ Come to destroy the works of the devil. This Therefore he ever falls short of. | vvn np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1. d av pns31 av vvz j pp-f. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1109 | Page 198 |
6859 | He •ha• hath found this easie, and accounts this work common, never had it yet. | He •ha• hath found this easy, and accounts this work Common, never had it yet. | pns31 n1 vhz vvn d j, cc vvz d n1 j, av-x vhd pn31 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1109 | Page 198 |
6860 | Quest. How may a Christian know when the Lord hath changed his nature, and taken do•• •he power of his Sin? | Quest. How may a Christian know when the Lord hath changed his nature, and taken do•• •he power of his since? | n1. q-crq vmb dt njp vvi c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1, cc vvn n1 j n1 pp-f po31 n1? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1110 | Page 198 |
6861 | Answ. It might suffice to evidence this against all gain-sayers, that thus 'tis, and so to know it by the Spirits witness, which shews us the things freely given of God, who to save the Lord a trying another day, tries us now, | Answer It might suffice to evidence this against all gainsayers, that thus it's, and so to know it by the Spirits witness, which shows us the things freely given of God, who to save the Lord a trying Another day, tries us now, | np1 pn31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 d p-acp d j, cst av pn31|vbz, cc av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 vvb, r-crq vvz pno12 dt n2 av-j vvn pp-f np1, r-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt vvg j-jn n1, vvz pno12 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1111 | Page 199 |
6862 | and makes known these hidden works. | and makes known these hidden works. | cc vvz vvn d j-vvn n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1111 | Page 199 |
6863 | Especially seeing some Divines think, that as the first Adam conveyed this sin of Nature, I not knowing; | Especially seeing Some Divines think, that as the First Adam conveyed this since of Nature, I not knowing; | av-j vvg d n2-jn vvb, cst p-acp dt ord np1 vvd d n1 pp-f n1, pns11 xx vvg; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1111 | Page 199 |
6864 | so the second Adam doth also remove this by an immediate stro•k, I conceive 'tis so also, but not only by it. | so the second Adam does also remove this by an immediate stro•k, I conceive it's so also, but not only by it. | av dt ord np1 vdz av vvi d p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vvb pn31|vbz av av, cc-acp xx av-j p-acp pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1111 | Page 199 |
6865 | And therefore take two Evidences now. | And Therefore take two Evidences now. | cc av vvb crd n2 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1111 | Page 199 |
6866 | 1. Where-ever this is done, that soul doth not only see this sin, for so an unregenerate Paul did, Rom. 7. 9. Where sin revived, &c. And the Word is a divider of joynts and Marrow. | 1. Wherever this is done, that soul does not only see this since, for so an unregenerate Paul did, Rom. 7. 9. Where sin revived, etc. And the Word is a divider of Joints and Marrow. | crd j d vbz vdn, cst n1 vdz xx av-j vvi d n1, c-acp av dt j np1 vdd, np1 crd crd q-crq vvb vvn, av cc dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6867 | Nor do they only feel this as an evil, and so be much troubled with it, | Nor do they only feel this as an evil, and so be much troubled with it, | ccx vdb pns32 av-j vvb d p-acp dt n-jn, cc av vbb d vvn p-acp pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6868 | but when the Lord makes the dejected soul feel it as its greatest evil, so long as it remains in its being; (as it will) worse than death, | but when the Lord makes the dejected soul feel it as its greatest evil, so long as it remains in its being; (as it will) Worse than death, | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt j-vvn n1 vvb pn31 p-acp po31 js j-jn, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp po31 vbg; (c-acp pn31 vmb) av-jc cs n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6869 | than hell, than all afflictions, and miseries. 'Tis not a particular sin, but this that he feels thus. | than hell, than all afflictions, and misery's. It's not a particular since, but this that he feels thus. | cs n1, cs d n2, cc n2. pn31|vbz xx dt j n1, cc-acp d cst pns31 vvz av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6870 | You will say, this is a high pitch. | You will say, this is a high pitch. | pn22 vmb vvi, d vbz dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6871 | I say, consider if any man was ever humbled under sin, but he that felt sin as it is. | I say, Consider if any man was ever humbled under since, but he that felt since as it is. | pns11 vvb, vvb cs d n1 vbds av vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 cst vvd n1 c-acp pn31 vbz. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6872 | For if I feel it not as 'tis, I am deceived. Now 'tis the greatest evil; | For if I feel it not as it's, I am deceived. Now it's the greatest evil; | p-acp cs pns11 vvb pn31 xx c-acp pn31|vbz, pns11 vbm vvn. av pn31|vbz dt js n-jn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6873 | To depart from a living God is worse than for soul and body and all creatures to depart from me. | To depart from a living God is Worse than for soul and body and all creatures to depart from me. | pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvg np1 vbz jc cs p-acp n1 cc n1 cc d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6874 | To make God miserable is worse than for all creatures ever to be made so, | To make God miserable is Worse than for all creatures ever to be made so, | p-acp vvi np1 j vbz jc cs p-acp d n2 av pc-acp vbi vvn av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6875 | and sin in its tendencie doth so, being a cross to his Will, Isa. 1. 24. Hence he that feels it indeed, feels it so; | and since in its tendency does so, being a cross to his Will, Isaiah 1. 24. Hence he that feels it indeed, feels it so; | cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 vdz av, vbg dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd av pns31 cst vvz pn31 av, vvz pn31 av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6876 | the beginning of which is a sorrow and mourning after God, that it might be so, Isa. 63. 17. Why hast hardned our hearts from thy fear? But thus 'tis indeed, Rom. 7. 24. And when 'tis thus, it will hold thus till death, while the cause remains; | the beginning of which is a sorrow and mourning After God, that it might be so, Isaiah 63. 17. Why hast hardened our hearts from thy Fear? But thus it's indeed, Rom. 7. 24. And when it's thus, it will hold thus till death, while the cause remains; | dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cst pn31 vmd vbi av, np1 crd crd q-crq vh2 vvn po12 n2 p-acp po21 n1? p-acp av pn31|vbz av, np1 crd crd cc c-crq pn31|vbz av, pn31 vmb vvi av p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vvz; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6877 | nay the more life and love, the more tender it grows; setting aside some careless fits. | nay the more life and love, the more tender it grows; setting aside Some careless fits. | uh-x dt dc n1 cc n1, dt av-dc j pn31 vvz; vvg av d j n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6878 | And hence its greatest joy is to think of the time it shall be for ever holy. | And hence its greatest joy is to think of the time it shall be for ever holy. | cc av po31 js n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp av j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6879 | And hence accounts no such mercy as to be set at liberty to live to God indeed. | And hence accounts no such mercy as to be Set At liberty to live to God indeed. | cc av vvz dx d n1 c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6880 | A graceless heart sees and fears it, and cries out of himself for it; | A graceless heart sees and fears it, and cries out of himself for it; | dt j n1 vvz cc vvz pn31, cc vvz av pp-f px31 c-acp pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6881 | but stay a while, and he loseth his tenderness, either because he cannot part with it, | but stay a while, and he loses his tenderness, either Because he cannot part with it, | cc-acp vvb dt n1, cc pns31 vvz po31 n1, av-d c-acp pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6882 | or because of Christ, he looks now to him, or because he hath now some sprinkling of the Spirit, nature is eased thereby, and he is quieted; | or Because of christ, he looks now to him, or Because he hath now Some sprinkling of the Spirit, nature is eased thereby, and he is quieted; | cc c-acp pp-f np1, pns31 vvz av p-acp pno31, cc c-acp pns31 vhz av d vvg pp-f dt n1, n1 vbz vvn av, cc pns31 vbz vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6883 | and hence never any carnal heart, but some root of bitterness did grow up at last in this Soyl. Hence Ordinances profit not, because feeling is lost. | and hence never any carnal heart, but Some root of bitterness did grow up At last in this Soil Hence Ordinances profit not, Because feeling is lost. | cc av av-x d j n1, cc-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vdd vvi a-acp p-acp ord p-acp d np1 av n2 vvb xx, c-acp vvg vbz vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6884 | But the soul thus feeling it, beholding the Holiness of God and Love of Christ, and its constant withdrawings, resistings, oh it cuts deep! | But the soul thus feeling it, beholding the Holiness of God and Love of christ, and its constant withdrawings, resistings, o it cuts deep! | p-acp dt n1 av vvg pn31, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 j n2-vvg, n2-vvg, uh pn31 vvz j-jn! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1112 | Page 199 |
6885 | 2. Then the nature is changed, when the Conscience being still and quiet, and the soul assured of the Lords love, | 2. Then the nature is changed, when the Conscience being still and quiet, and the soul assured of the lords love, | crd av dt n1 vbz vvn, c-crq dt n1 vbg j cc j-jn, cc dt n1 vvn pp-f dt n2 vvb, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6886 | yet nothing gives the heart quiet till 'tis contiguous to God in Christ to enjoy him, in his Holiness, | yet nothing gives the heart quiet till it's contiguous to God in christ to enjoy him, in his Holiness, | av pix vvz dt n1 j-jn c-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp np1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6887 | and in the love and delight of his whole will. | and in the love and delight of his Whole will. | cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6888 | For this is a certain Rule, If the nature be not changed, if Conscience be but once quie•ed with the sence of Gods love, | For this is a certain Rule, If the nature be not changed, if Conscience be but once quie•ed with the sense of God's love, | p-acp d vbz dt j n1, cs dt n1 vbb xx vvn, cs n1 vbb p-acp a-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6889 | and affected with it, and hath not God indeed, nor his work to quiet it, it will fall to lusting after Creatures and live upon them, and feed the heart there. | and affected with it, and hath not God indeed, nor his work to quiet it, it will fallen to lusting After Creatures and live upon them, and feed the heart there. | cc vvn p-acp pn31, cc vhz xx np1 av, ccx po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp j-vvg p-acp n2 cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi dt n1 a-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6890 | For as 'tis impossible for a man to live, or to be without provision, so the world being provision for the flesh, meat, drink, sleep, | For as it's impossible for a man to live, or to be without provision, so the world being provision for the Flesh, meat, drink, sleep, | p-acp c-acp pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, av dt n1 vbg n1 p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6891 | and these lawful things, there i• doth and will lie quiet without God. | and these lawful things, there i• does and will lie quiet without God. | cc d j n2, a-acp n1 vdz cc vmb vvi j-jn p-acp np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6892 | But now where the nature is changed, and there is another nature, there is somthing else provided for it to live on, | But now where the nature is changed, and there is Another nature, there is something Else provided for it to live on, | p-acp av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, cc pc-acp vbz j-jn n1, pc-acp vbz pi av vvn p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi a-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6893 | and that is the Lord and his Will. As Christ said, 'tis my meat and drink to do his Will. | and that is the Lord and his Will. As christ said, it's my meat and drink to do his Will. | cc d vbz dt n1 cc po31 n1. p-acp np1 vvd, pn31|vbz po11 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vdi po31 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6894 | And Rom. 7. 22. I d•light in the Law of God in the inner man. | And Rom. 7. 22. I d•light in the Law of God in the inner man. | cc np1 crd crd pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6895 | There was somwhat that loathed it, but •here was somwhat else delighted in it, and there lies its life, | There was somewhat that loathed it, but •here was somewhat Else delighted in it, and there lies its life, | a-acp vbds av d j-vvn pn31, cc-acp av vbds av av vvn p-acp pn31, cc a-acp vvz po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6896 | and though the heart would rest and give over somtimes, yet 'tis a Law of the mind that the soul hath, he can have no rest, Rom. 8. 5. And therefore take a child of God, let him have meat, drink, sleep, blessing in his Calling, preach, pray, | and though the heart would rest and give over sometimes, yet it's a Law of the mind that the soul hath, he can have no rest, Rom. 8. 5. And Therefore take a child of God, let him have meat, drink, sleep, blessing in his Calling, preach, pray, | cc cs dt n1 vmd vvi cc vvi a-acp av, av pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst dt n1 vhz, pns31 vmb vhi dx n1, np1 crd crd cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno31 vhi n1, n1, n1, vvg p-acp po31 vvg, vvb, vvb, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6897 | and have honour, yet •e will constantly come home to the Lord mourning. | and have honour, yet •e will constantly come home to the Lord mourning. | cc vhb n1, av n1 vmb av-j vvi av-an p-acp dt n1 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6898 | What doth all this do me good? When I rise up, lie down, eat, drink and pray, | What does all this do me good? When I rise up, lie down, eat, drink and pray, | q-crq vdz d d vvz pno11 j? c-crq pns11 vvb a-acp, vvb a-acp, vvb, vvb cc vvb, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6942 | and humane private instruction, which men hearing from credible men, conceive of and believe; | and humane private instruction, which men hearing from credible men, conceive of and believe; | cc j j n1, r-crq n2 vvg p-acp j n2, vvb pp-f cc vvi; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6899 | and do all without him? An untuned heart all this while. The world stands between him and the Lord all this while, but this doth not. | and do all without him? an untuned heart all this while. The world Stands between him and the Lord all this while, but this does not. | cc vdb d p-acp pno31? dt j-vvn n1 d d n1. dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31 cc dt n1 d d n1, cc-acp d vdz xx. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 199 |
6900 | Many a sincere heart hath heavy complaints, and many doubts, because 'tis not thus; this rather is an evidence of peace, than Gods war against it. | Many a sincere heart hath heavy complaints, and many doubts, Because it's not thus; this rather is an evidence of peace, than God's war against it. | av-d dt j n1 vhz j n2, cc d n2, c-acp pn31|vbz xx av; d av-c vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cs npg1 n1 p-acp pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 200 |
6901 | Its an old Rule, he that can live in Heaven, shall; | Its an old Rule, he that can live in Heaven, shall; | pn31|vbz dt j n1, pns31 cst vmb vvi p-acp n1, vmb; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 200 |
6902 | and there is nothing but a God to suck in, and breath out, and live unto. | and there is nothing but a God to suck in, and breath out, and live unto. | cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc n1 av, cc vvi p-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 200 |
6903 | Is this thy Element now? Oh consider and examine your selves here you poor Saints, that you may be comforted. | Is this thy Element now? O Consider and examine your selves Here you poor Saints, that you may be comforted. | vbz d po21 n1 av? uh vvb cc vvb po22 n2 av pn22 j n2, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1113 | Page 200 |
6904 | Others of you, if now you do not, the Lord Jesus will another day, and bring these secret things of darkness to light. | Others of you, if now you do not, the Lord jesus will Another day, and bring these secret things of darkness to Light. | ng2-jn pp-f pn22, cs av pn22 vdb xx, dt n1 np1 vmb j-jn n1, cc vvi d j-jn n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1114 | Page 200 |
6905 | If thou findest this was never yet done, know it, all thy tears, and fears, and prayers have been in vain; | If thou Findest this was never yet done, know it, all thy tears, and fears, and Prayers have been in vain; | cs pns21 vv2 d vbds av-x av vdn, vvb pn31, d po21 n2, cc n2, cc n2 vhb vbn p-acp j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1114 | Page 200 |
6906 | and under the power of sin and Satan thou still art, through the fierce wrath of God against thee: | and under the power of since and Satan thou still art, through the fierce wrath of God against thee: | cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc np1 pns21 av vb2r, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1114 | Page 200 |
6907 | And there I leave thee till the Lord find thee out. SECT. II. II. A Fulness of Illumination in the room of darkness. | And there I leave thee till the Lord find thee out. SECT. II II A Fullness of Illumination in the room of darkness. | cc a-acp pns11 vvb pno21 p-acp dt n1 vvb pno21 av. n1. crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1114 | Page 200 |
6908 | BUT let it be first noted that I speak not here of Revelations of future Events. | BUT let it be First noted that I speak not Here of Revelations of future Events. | p-acp vvb pn31 vbi ord vvd cst pns11 vvb xx av pp-f n2 pp-f j-jn n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1115 | Page 200 |
6909 | When Virgin-Churches shall fall a dreaming, 'tis a sign they fall a sleeping. | When Virgin-Churches shall fallen a dreaming, it's a Signen they fallen a sleeping. | c-crq n2 vmb vvi dt j-vvg, pn31|vbz dt n1 pns32 vvb dt j-vvg. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1115 | Page 200 |
6910 | Nor of revelation of new Doctrines, nor yet of the Love of Christ and assurance thereof; | Nor of Revelation of new Doctrines, nor yet of the Love of christ and assurance thereof; | ccx pp-f n1 pp-f j n2, ccx av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1115 | Page 200 |
6911 | but of the Person of Christ, a work common to all the Elect, and not peculiar to some, | but of the Person of christ, a work Common to all the Elect, and not peculiar to Some, | cc-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 j p-acp d dt n1, cc xx j p-acp d, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1115 | Page 200 |
6912 | for Christ may not appear in his promise of love for a time to a sincere heart, yet this is then wrought. | for christ may not appear in his promise of love for a time to a sincere heart, yet this is then wrought. | c-acp np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, av d vbz av vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1115 | Page 200 |
6913 | I shall therefore express my thoughts herein in four Conclusions. | I shall Therefore express my thoughts herein in four Conclusions. | pns11 vmb av vvi po11 n2 av p-acp crd n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1115 | Page 200 |
6914 | 1. That all unregenerate men are under the power of darkness, |
1. That all unregenerate men Are under the power of darkness, of ignorance, Ephesians 5. 8. You were darkness in the abstract, Ephesians 4. 18. So that they cannot understand the things of the Spirit of God, 1 Cor. 2. 14. Especially the Lord jesus, | crd cst d j n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, np1 crd crd pn22 vbdr n1 p-acp dt n-jn, np1 crd crd av d pns32 vmbx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd av-j dt n1 np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1116 | Page 200 |
6915 | for the knowledge of him is above nature, not only corrupted but pure nature. | for the knowledge of him is above nature, not only corrupted but pure nature. | p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 vbz p-acp n1, xx av-j vvn p-acp j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1116 | Page 200 |
6916 | Nay though the Lord gives the best and clearest means of revealing himself, yet they cannot see, John 1. 5. Light shined in darknesse, and it comprehended him not, no more than he whose visive faculty is lost, | Nay though the Lord gives the best and Clearest means of revealing himself, yet they cannot see, John 1. 5. Light shined in darkness, and it comprehended him not, no more than he whose visive faculty is lost, | uh-x cs dt n1 vvz dt js cc js n2 pp-f vvg px31, av pns32 vmbx vvi, np1 crd crd av-j vvd p-acp n1, cc pn31 vvd pno31 xx, av-dx dc cs pns31 rg-crq j n1 vbz vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1116 | Page 200 |
6917 | when the Sun shines round about him. | when the Sun shines round about him. | c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1116 | Page 200 |
6918 | Nay, that light which is in them is darkness, Mat. 6. 23. And then how great is that darkness? For many men might have known Christ, | Nay, that Light which is in them is darkness, Mathew 6. 23. And then how great is that darkness? For many men might have known christ, | uh-x, cst n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno32 vbz n1, np1 crd crd cc av c-crq j vbz d n1? p-acp d n2 vmd vhi vvn np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1116 | Page 200 |
6919 | but that they thought they did know him before, and so are delivered up in these chains of darkness to the Prince of darkness, | but that they Thought they did know him before, and so Are Delivered up in these chains of darkness to the Prince of darkness, | cc-acp cst pns32 vvd pns32 vdd vvi pno31 a-acp, cc av vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1116 | Page 200 |
6921 | Ministers (as Christ did) may mourn over them, but can never help them until the Lord pull off their scales. | Ministers (as christ did) may mourn over them, but can never help them until the Lord pull off their scales. | np1 (c-acp np1 vdd) vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp vmb av-x vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 vvb a-acp po32 n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1116 | Page 200 |
6922 | For they please themselves in darkness, and love it more than light, and are not as Paul, praying and mourning under the Scales that are upon their eyes. | For they please themselves in darkness, and love it more than Light, and Are not as Paul, praying and mourning under the Scales that Are upon their eyes. | p-acp pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n1, cc vvb pn31 av-dc cs n1, cc vbr xx p-acp np1, vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n2 cst vbr p-acp po32 n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1116 | Page 200 |
6923 | 2. That there is a state of light to which God calls his people only; | 2. That there is a state of Light to which God calls his people only; | crd cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 av-j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6924 | or rather, that there is a Spirit of Light, Illumination or Revelation let into the mind, which is Peculiar to the beloved of christ, 1 Pet. 2. 9. As of other things, | cc av-c, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n-vvn pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp pp-f j-jn n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 | |
6925 | so especially of the Lord Jesus, 2 Cor. 4. 4, 5, 6. And 'tis so Glorious a work that Christ himself admires the Father, | so especially of the Lord jesus, 2 Cor. 4. 4, 5, 6. And it's so Glorious a work that christ himself admires the Father, | av av-j pp-f dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc pn31|vbz av j dt n1 cst np1 px31 vvz dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6926 | and stands in a ravishment at it, Mat. 11. 25. To Babes, uncapable of all others of knowledge; | and Stands in a ravishment At it, Mathew 11. 25. To Babes, uncapable of all Others of knowledge; | cc vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd p-acp n2, j pp-f d n2-jn pp-f n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6927 | yet to them doth the Lord reveal some things that the wisest in the world never knew. | yet to them does the Lord reveal Some things that the Wisest in the world never knew. | av p-acp pno32 vdz dt n1 vvb d n2 cst dt js p-acp dt n1 av-x vvd. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6928 | I do believe that the greatest Scholar that ever lived, never had one such thought or apprehension of the Lord and the things of the Lord, as the Saints have. | I do believe that the greatest Scholar that ever lived, never had one such Thought or apprehension of the Lord and the things of the Lord, as the Saints have. | pns11 vdb vvi cst dt js n1 cst av vvd, av-x vhd crd d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n2 vhb. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6929 | And hence Christ professeth, oh blessed are your eyes that they see; | And hence christ Professes, o blessed Are your eyes that they see; | cc av np1 vvz, uh vvn vbr po22 n2 cst pns32 vvb; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6930 | and themselves bless him, and fall a wondring many times, Lord why dost manifest thy self to us, | and themselves bless him, and fallen a wondering many times, Lord why dost manifest thy self to us, | cc px32 vvi pno31, cc vvi dt vvg d n2, n1 q-crq vd2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno12, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6931 | and not to the world? And therefore 'tis an injury to the Grace of God, to make precious things common, | and not to the world? And Therefore it's an injury to the Grace of God, to make precious things Common, | cc xx p-acp dt n1? cc av pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi j n2 j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6932 | and all the work of the Spirit on the understanding to be common to Reprobates, | and all the work of the Spirit on the understanding to be Common to Reprobates, | cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2-jn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6933 | and to say, the difference lies only in the work of the Spirit upon the will, John 6. 45. He that hath heard and learned of the Father, comes to me. | and to say, the difference lies only in the work of the Spirit upon the will, John 6. 45. He that hath herd and learned of the Father, comes to me. | cc pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno11. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 200 |
6934 | If the Learning of the Father be common to a Reprobate, then either they may come to Christ, which is there denied, | If the Learning of the Father be Common to a Reprobate, then either they may come to christ, which is there denied, | cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb j p-acp dt n-jn, av av-d pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1, r-crq vbz a-acp vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 201 |
6935 | or Christs promise is false, for then a carnal heart may hear and learn of the Father, and never come to Christ. | or Christ promise is false, for then a carnal heart may hear and Learn of the Father, and never come to christ. | cc npg1 n1 vbz j, c-acp cs dt j n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pp-f dt n1, cc av-x vvb p-acp np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1117 | Page 201 |
6936 | That notwithstanding 'tis thus with them, yet foolish Virgins may have some light in their Lamp; | That notwithstanding it's thus with them, yet foolish Virgins may have Some Light in their Lamp; | cst p-acp pn31|vbz av p-acp pno32, av j n2 vmb vhi d n1 p-acp po32 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1118 | Page 201 |
6937 | some sight and knowledge of Jesus Christ. | Some sighed and knowledge of jesus christ. | d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1118 | Page 201 |
6938 | It is said we live in days of Light, and so indeed we do, but as the Lord said to them that had seen his Miracles, yet the Lord had not given them eyes to see to this day; | pn31 vbz vvn pns12 vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc av av pns12 vdb, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32 cst vhd vvn po31 n2, av dt n1 vhd xx vvn pno32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1118 | Page 201 | |
6939 | they were inlightned yet fell, Hebr. 6. 4. I shall therefore speak not of the revelation of all the Word, | they were enlightened yet fell, Hebrew 6. 4. I shall Therefore speak not of the Revelation of all the Word, | pns32 vbdr vvn av j, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb av vvb xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1118 | Page 201 |
6940 | but of Christ the end of it, and the knowledge of whom comprehends all the rest. | but of christ the end of it, and the knowledge of whom comprehends all the rest. | cc-acp pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvz d dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1118 | Page 201 |
6941 | 1. There is a knowledge of Christ in many a man which is begot by common fame, | 1. There is a knowledge of christ in many a man which is begotten by Common fame, | crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6943 | As that Christ is the Saviour of the World, is come, is dead, is risen, is at Gods right hand, that in him Gods justice and mercy is reconciled, that there is mercy with him for the greatest of all sinners, &c. And according as men are more or less instructed; | As that christ is the Saviour of the World, is come, is dead, is risen, is At God's right hand, that in him God's Justice and mercy is reconciled, that there is mercy with him for the greatest of all Sinners, etc. And according as men Are more or less instructed; | c-acp cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz vvn, vbz j, vbz vvn, vbz p-acp ng1 j-jn n1, cst p-acp pno31 npg1 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, cst pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt js pp-f d n2, av np1 vvg p-acp n2 vbr n1 cc av-dc vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6944 | so do men conceive and beleeve. But now this knowledge is but traditional, and begot by common fame and humane report, | so do men conceive and believe. But now this knowledge is but traditional, and begotten by Common fame and humane report, | av vdb n2 vvi cc vvi. p-acp av d n1 vbz p-acp j, cc vvd p-acp j n1 cc j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6945 | like Herods, that heard many things of Christ, and yet indeed despised him. | like Herods, that herd many things of christ, and yet indeed despised him. | av-j npg1, cst vvd d n2 pp-f np1, cc av av vvn pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6946 | The Lord I know doth make use of this to cause the soul to come to further sight of him, | The Lord I know does make use of this to cause the soul to come to further sighed of him, | dt n1 pns11 vvb vdz vvi n1 pp-f d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp jc n1 pp-f pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6947 | as in the Queen of Sheba, but its far enough off from giving any saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus; | as in the Queen of Sheba, but its Far enough off from giving any Saving knowledge of the Lord jesus; | c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 av-j av-d a-acp p-acp vvg d vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6948 | and hence Iohn 1. 46. when they had been with Christ, they do not wish them to rest in the report, | and hence John 1. 46. when they had been with christ, they do not wish them to rest in the report, | cc av np1 crd crd c-crq pns32 vhd vbn p-acp np1, pns32 vdb xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6949 | but Come and see; so you hear of these things, but come and see these things. | but Come and see; so you hear of these things, but come and see these things. | cc-acp vvb cc vvi; av pn22 vvb pp-f d n2, cc-acp vvb cc vvi d n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6950 | You have learned them from man come unto the Lord that he may teach them; | You have learned them from man come unto the Lord that he may teach them; | pn22 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6951 | and hence we shall see many of the people of God that have been put to a Question of all things that ever they learned, and learnt them over again; | and hence we shall see many of the people of God that have been put to a Question of all things that ever they learned, and learned them over again; | cc av pns12 vmb vvi d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cst av pns32 vvd, cc vvd pno32 a-acp av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6952 | as, Whether there be a Christ or no, &c. And they never saw these things indeed, | as, Whither there be a christ or not, etc. And they never saw these things indeed, | c-acp, cs pc-acp vbi dt np1 cc xx, av cc pns32 av-x vvd d n2 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6953 | until the Lord taught them a second time; | until the Lord taught them a second time; | c-acp dt n1 vvd pno32 dt ord n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6954 | hence therefore those that have been thus trained up, and have been troubled and comforted by some conceived promises of Christ, | hence Therefore those that have been thus trained up, and have been troubled and comforted by Some conceived promises of christ, | av av d cst vhb vbn av vvn a-acp, cc vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp d j-vvn n2 pp-f np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6955 | but never saw any more of his person, then what you have learned before; Your eyes are closed up to this day. | but never saw any more of his person, then what you have learned before; Your eyes Are closed up to this day. | cc-acp av-x vvd d dc pp-f po31 n1, cs r-crq pn22 vhb vvn a-acp; po22 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1119 | Page 201 |
6956 | 2. If any man should see and behold Christ really, immediatly, this is not the saving knowledge of him. | 2. If any man should see and behold christ really, immediately, this is not the Saving knowledge of him. | crd cs d n1 vmd vvi cc vvi np1 av-j, av-j, d vbz xx dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1120 | Page 201 |
6957 | I know the Saints do know Christ as if immediatly present, they are not strangers by their distance, | I know the Saints do know christ as if immediately present, they Are not Strangers by their distance, | pns11 vvb dt n2 vdb vvi np1 c-acp cs av-j j, pns32 vbr xx n2 p-acp po32 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1120 | Page 201 |
6958 | if others have seen him more immediatly I will not dispute it, but if they have seen the Lord Jesus as immediatly as if here on earth, yet Capernaum saw him so; | if Others have seen him more immediately I will not dispute it, but if they have seen the Lord jesus as immediately as if Here on earth, yet Capernaum saw him so; | cs n2-jn vhb vvn pno31 av-dc av-j pns11 vmb xx vvi pn31, cc-acp cs pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 np1 c-acp av-j c-acp cs av p-acp n1, av np1 vvd pno31 av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1120 | Page 201 |
6959 | nay, some of them were Disciples for a time, and followed him, Iohn 6. and yet the Lord was hid from their eyes; | nay, Some of them were Disciples for a time, and followed him, John 6. and yet the Lord was hid from their eyes; | uh-x, d pp-f pno32 vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pno31, np1 crd cc av dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp po32 n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1120 | Page 201 |
6960 | nay all the world shall see him in his glory which shall amaze them, and yet this is far short of the saving knowledge of him, which the Lord doth communicate to the Elect. So that though you see the Lord so really as that you become familiar with him, | nay all the world shall see him in his glory which shall amaze them, and yet this is Far short of the Saving knowledge of him, which the Lord does communicate to the Elect. So that though you see the Lord so really as that you become familiar with him, | uh-x d dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vmb vvi pno32, cc av d vbz av-j j pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt np1 av cst cs pn22 vvb dt n1 av av-j p-acp cst pn22 vvb j-jn p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1120 | Page 201 |
6961 | yet Luke 13. 26. Lord have we not eat and drunk, &c. And so perish. | yet Lycia 13. 26. Lord have we not eat and drunk, etc. And so perish. | av av crd crd n1 vhb pns12 xx vvi cc vvn, av cc av vvi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1120 | Page 201 |
6962 | 3. A man may see the Lord in his wonderful works, and glorious kingdome and government, | 3. A man may see the Lord in his wondered works, and glorious Kingdom and government, | crd dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 j n2, cc j n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1121 | Page 201 |
6963 | and yet not know him savingly, wondrous deliverances, preservations of himself, and of Gods people, dreadful destruction of enemies, such as they cannot but say, This is the finger of the Lord, and yet know not, Deut. 29. 1, 2, 3, 4. And hence Iohn 15. 24. and hence men think such things are done, | and yet not know him savingly, wondrous Deliverances, preservations of himself, and of God's people, dreadful destruction of enemies, such as they cannot but say, This is the finger of the Lord, and yet know not, Deuteronomy 29. 1, 2, 3, 4. And hence John 15. 24. and hence men think such things Are done, | cc av xx vvb pno31 av-vvg, j n2, n2 pp-f px31, cc pp-f ng1 n1, j n1 pp-f n2, d c-acp pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvb xx, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd cc av np1 crd crd cc av n2 vvb d n2 vbr vdn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1121 | Page 201 |
6964 | and shall I ever be vile again, yet they become as bad as ever. | and shall I ever be vile again, yet they become as bad as ever. | cc vmb pns11 av vbi j av, av pns32 vvb p-acp j c-acp av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1121 | Page 201 |
6965 | 4. He may see the Lord Jesus yet more clearly by the letter of the Scripture, which though it brings to the saving knowledge of Christ, | 4. He may see the Lord jesus yet more clearly by the Letter of the Scripture, which though it brings to the Saving knowledge of christ, | crd pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 np1 av av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq cs pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1122 | Page 201 |
6966 | yet to see the Lord Jesus no otherwise then by the strength of fancy and understanding, from thence is no saving knowledge of Jesus Christ; | yet to see the Lord jesus no otherwise then by the strength of fancy and understanding, from thence is no Saving knowledge of jesus christ; | av pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 uh-x av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp av vbz dx vvg n1 pp-f np1 np1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1122 | Page 201 |
6967 | and hence Rom. 16. 26. the Mystery of the Gospel was hid from the Jews, but now 'tis revealed to all Nations; | and hence Rom. 16. 26. the Mystery of the Gospel was hid from the jews, but now it's revealed to all nations; | cc av np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt np2, cc-acp av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1122 | Page 201 |
6968 | literally, to all where it comes, savingly to some few. | literally, to all where it comes, savingly to Some few. | av-j, p-acp d c-crq pn31 vvz, av-vvg p-acp d d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1122 | Page 201 |
6969 | For between the saving knowledge of Christ in the Gospel, and palpable ignorance of him in the Gospel, there is this middle knowledge which is literal, whereby a man doth see, yet in seeing, sees ••t, Isai. 6. 9. which is the St••e of a Church which hath been long trained up under good means; | For between the Saving knowledge of christ in the Gospel, and palpable ignorance of him in the Gospel, there is this middle knowledge which is literal, whereby a man does see, yet in seeing, sees ••t, Isaiah 6. 9. which is the St••e of a Church which hath been long trained up under good means; | p-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cc j n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz d j-jn n1 r-crq vbz j, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi, av p-acp vvg, vvz av, np1 crd crd r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vhz vbn av-j vvn a-acp p-acp j n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1122 | Page 302 |
6970 | And hence we shall see many men of great learning have been able to wr••e Volumes of the Mystery of Christ, | And hence we shall see many men of great learning have been able to wr••e Volumes of the Mystery of christ, | cc av pns12 vmb vvi d n2 pp-f j n1 vhb vbn j pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1122 | Page 302 |
6971 | and yet in seeing ••ver 〈 ◊ 〉. | and yet in seeing ••ver 〈 ◊ 〉. | cc av p-acp vvg av 〈 sy 〉. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1122 | Page 302 |
6972 | 5. There may be in a false heart a strange knowledge of Christ without Script•res, which may ravish a mans 〈 ◊ 〉 heart strangely, which is usually the first Temptation of the Virgin-Churches, that are of much knowledge, | 5. There may be in a false heart a strange knowledge of christ without Script•res, which may ravish a men 〈 ◊ 〉 heart strangely, which is usually the First Temptation of the Virgin-Churches, that Are of much knowledge, | crd pc-acp vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, r-crq vmb vvi dt ng1 〈 sy 〉 n1 av-j, r-crq vbz av-j dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2, cst vbr pp-f d n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6973 | and little love, 2 Cor. 11. 2, 3, 4. Wherein Satan doth no• seek to pull away men to forsake the Gospel, | and little love, 2 Cor. 11. 2, 3, 4. Wherein Satan does no• seek to pull away men to forsake the Gospel, | cc j n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd c-crq np1 vdz n1 vvi pc-acp vvi av n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6974 | but from the simplicity of the Gospel, Repe•t, and beleeve, and •e 〈 ◊ 〉, For saith he, 〈 ◊ 〉 is transfor•ed ••to an Ang•l of light: | but from the simplicity of the Gospel, Repe•t, and believe, and •e 〈 ◊ 〉, For Says he, 〈 ◊ 〉 is transfor•ed ••to an Ang•l of Light: | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb, cc vvi, cc vbi 〈 sy 〉, p-acp vvz pns31, 〈 sy 〉 vbz vvn av dt n1 pp-f n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6975 | And hence we have heard that some have heard voices, some have seen the very blood of Christ dropping on them, | And hence we have herd that Some have herd voices, Some have seen the very blood of christ dropping on them, | cc av pns12 vhb vvn cst d vhb vvn n2, d vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6976 | and his wounds in his side, some have seen a great light shining in the Chamber, some wonderfully affected with their dreams, some in great distress have had inward witness, Thy sins ar• forgi•en; and he•ce such liberty and joy that they are ready to leap up and down the Chamber: | and his wounds in his side, Some have seen a great Light shining in the Chamber, Some wonderfully affected with their dreams, Some in great distress have had inward witness, Thy Sins ar• forgi•en; and he•ce such liberty and joy that they Are ready to leap up and down the Chamber: | cc po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, d vhb vvn dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, d av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2, d p-acp j n1 vhb vhn j n1, po21 ng1 n1 av; cc n1 d n1 cc n1 cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc a-acp dt n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6977 | O adulterous genera•ion• This is natural and usual with men, they would •ain see Jesus, and have him present to give them peace; | Oh adulterous genera•ion• This is natural and usual with men, they would •ain see jesus, and have him present to give them peace; | uh j n1 d vbz j cc j p-acp n2, pns32 vmd av vvi np1, cc vhb pno31 j pc-acp vvi pno32 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6978 | and hence Papists have his Image; and hence Christ gives the S•crament to shew himself as familiarly as can be. | and hence Papists have his Image; and hence christ gives the S•crament to show himself as familiarly as can be. | cc av njp2 vhi po31 n1; cc av np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp av-jn c-acp vmb vbi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6979 | Hence Th•m•• would not beleeve, 〈 ◊ 〉 be might put his finger in his side, and the Lord tendred him, | Hence Th•m•• would not believe, 〈 ◊ 〉 be might put his finger in his side, and the Lord tendered him, | av np1 vmd xx vvi, 〈 sy 〉 vbi vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 vvd pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6980 | yet pronounced them •lessed, th•• h•ve not seen, and yet beleeved, Joh. 20. 29. So I say 〈 … 〉, Wo to them that have no other manifested Christ, but such a one. | yet pronounced them •lessed, th•• h•ve not seen, and yet believed, John 20. 29. So I say 〈 … 〉, Woe to them that have no other manifested christ, but such a one. | av vvd pno32 vvn, n1 vvb xx vvn, cc av vvd, np1 crd crd av pns11 vvb 〈 … 〉, n1 p-acp pno32 cst vhb dx j-jn vvn np1, cc-acp d dt pi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6981 | Little do you think what wrong you do to Christ, for you do as much as in you lies Eclipse all his glory at the last day, | Little do you think what wrong you do to christ, for you do as much as in you lies Eclipse all his glory At the last day, | j vdb pn22 vvi r-crq vvb pn22 vdb p-acp np1, c-acp pn22 vdb p-acp d c-acp p-acp pn22 vvz vvi d po31 n1 p-acp dt ord n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6982 | as the wicked by their sins Eclipse his glory at this day. 2 The•. 1. 10. He shall be admired in all that beleeve. | as the wicked by their Sins Eclipse his glory At this day. 2 The•. 1. 10. He shall be admired in all that believe. | c-acp dt j p-acp po32 n2 vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1. crd np1. crd crd pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d cst vvb. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6983 | Why? Because our Testimony was ••leeved ▪ That Faith which closeth with, and sees Christ in a Testimony, is tha• whereby Jesus shall be admired at the worlds end. | Why? Because our Testimony was ••leeved ▪ That Faith which closeth with, and sees christ in a Testimony, is tha• whereby jesus shall be admired At the world's end. | q-crq? p-acp po12 n1 vbds vvn ▪ cst n1 r-crq vvz p-acp, cc vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz n1 c-crq np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1123 | Page 302 |
6984 | That the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ is this, |
That the Saving knowledge of jesus christ is this, Whereby the soul being sensible of his Ignorance of jesus, beholds such a glory in Christ person, | cst dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 np1 vbz d, c-crq dt n1 vbg j pp-f po31 n1 pp-f np1, vvz d dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1124 | Page 302 |
6985 | as that he esteems him in all his glory, as his present, greatest, and only good. | as that he esteems him in all his glory, as his present, greatest, and only good. | c-acp cst pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp d po31 n1, c-acp po31 n1, js, cc av-j j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1124 | Page 302 |
6986 | I will take this in pieces. | I will take this in Pieces. | pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1124 | Page 302 |
6987 | 1. I say •hat soul which hath truly and savingly seen the Lord Jesus, hath been made sensible of his ignorance of him; | 1. I say •hat soul which hath truly and savingly seen the Lord jesus, hath been made sensible of his ignorance of him; | crd pns11 vvb av n1 r-crq vhz av-j cc av-vvg vvn dt n1 np1, vhz vbn vvn j pp-f po31 n1 pp-f pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1125 | Page 302 |
6988 | I see him not, I have heard of him, and •ead of him, and taken his Name into my mouth, and professed him; | I see him not, I have herd of him, and •ead of him, and taken his Name into my Mouth, and professed him; | pns11 vvb pno31 xx, pns11 vhb vvn pp-f pno31, cc n1 pp-f pno31, cc vvn po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc vvd pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1125 | Page 302 |
6989 | and I beleeve others see him, and blessed are their eyes, but I see him not, Iohn 9. 26, •7, 39. For 〈 … 〉 I c•me into this world, and look as all the increase of the knowledge of Christ comes in by this door, | and I believe Others see him, and blessed Are their eyes, but I see him not, John 9. 26, •7, 39. For 〈 … 〉 I c•me into this world, and look as all the increase of the knowledge of christ comes in by this door, | cc pns11 vvb n2-jn vvi pno31, cc vvn vbr po32 n2, cc-acp pns11 vvb pno31 xx, np1 crd crd, n1, crd p-acp 〈 … 〉 pns11 n1-an p-acp d n1, cc vvb p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp p-acp d n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1125 | Page 302 |
6990 | so the beginning of it, and therefore those that have been cast down and he•rd of Christ a Saviour, | so the beginning of it, and Therefore those that have been cast down and he•rd of christ a Saviour, | av dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, cc av d cst vhb vbn vvn a-acp cc n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1125 | Page 302 |
6991 | but never felt their ign••ance of him before they have apprehended him, their light is darkness, | but never felt their ign••ance of him before they have apprehended him, their Light is darkness, | cc-acp av-x vvd po32 n1 pp-f pno31 c-acp pns32 vhb vvn pno31, po32 n1 vbz n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1125 | Page 302 |
6992 | and their knowledge full of delusion and idolatrous. | and their knowledge full of delusion and idolatrous. | cc po32 n1 j pp-f n1 cc j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1125 | Page 302 |
6993 | 2. It beholds a glory in Christs person, for before the Lord reveals his Son to any, look what he was to the Jews he is to every man, Isai. 53. 2, 3. He is rejected and despised of 〈 ◊ 〉, nothing so mean as Christ, every vanity preferred above him, | 2. It beholds a glory in Christ person, for before the Lord reveals his Son to any, look what he was to the jews he is to every man, Isaiah 53. 2, 3. He is rejected and despised of 〈 ◊ 〉, nothing so mean as christ, every vanity preferred above him, | crd pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d, vvb r-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt np2 pns31 vbz p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn pp-f 〈 sy 〉, pix av j c-acp np1, d n1 vvn p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 302 |
6994 | and men can do no other, because they see not his glory and beauty, 1 Cor. 2. 8. If they had 〈 ◊ 〉, &c. Therefore the Lord reveals his hidden glory to th•m, such as never entred into their hearts before, | and men can do no other, Because they see not his glory and beauty, 1 Cor. 2. 8. If they had 〈 ◊ 〉, etc. Therefore the Lord reveals his hidden glory to th•m, such as never entered into their hearts before, | cc n2 vmb vdi dx n-jn, c-acp pns32 vvb xx po31 n1 cc n1, crd np1 crd crd cs pns32 vhd 〈 sy 〉, av av dt n1 vvz po31 j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi, d c-acp av-x vvd p-acp po32 n2 a-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 302 |
6995 | or into the minds of other men, which though others may talk of, yet they cannot see it in that manner as they do; | or into the minds of other men, which though Others may talk of, yet they cannot see it in that manner as they do; | cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, r-crq cs n2-jn vmb vvi pp-f, av pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vdb; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 302 |
7032 | and offer fair for him, but prize him not as the greatest good: | and offer fair for him, but prize him not as the greatest good: | cc vvi j p-acp pno31, cc-acp vvb pno31 xx c-acp dt js j: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1136 | Page 204 |
6996 | it is c•••ed therefore 〈 ◊ 〉 light which he doth reveal, when the soul hath been viewing its own shame and filth, | it is c•••ed Therefore 〈 ◊ 〉 Light which he does reveal, when the soul hath been viewing its own shame and filth, | pn31 vbz vvn av 〈 sy 〉 j r-crq pns31 vdz vvi, c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn vvg po31 d n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 302 |
6997 | when all the grass and glory is withered, Is••. 40. 6. then the glory of Christ is revealed; | when all the grass and glory is withered, Is••. 40. 6. then the glory of christ is revealed; | c-crq d dt n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, np1. crd crd av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 302 |
6998 | One every way so fit and suitable to them, according to all their wants and woes, by some Sermon or other, which when the soul doth see, it usually fills the head, | One every Way so fit and suitable to them, according to all their Wants and woes, by Some Sermon or other, which when the soul does see, it usually fills the head, | crd d n1 av j cc j p-acp pno32, vvg p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp d n1 cc n-jn, r-crq c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi, pn31 av-j vvz dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 302 |
6999 | and heart, and eyes with 〈 ◊ 〉. Oh that I have despised him so glorious! | and heart, and eyes with 〈 ◊ 〉. O that I have despised him so glorious! | cc n1, cc n2 p-acp 〈 sy 〉. uh cst pns11 vhb vvn pno31 av j! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 302 |
7000 | Acts 2. 36, 37. 2 Cor. 4. 5, 6. If the soul should not feel its ign••ance of him, it would never esteem the fight of him, | Acts 2. 36, 37. 2 Cor. 4. 5, 6. If the soul should not feel its ign••ance of him, it would never esteem the fight of him, | vvz crd crd, crd crd np1 crd crd, crd cs dt n1 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 pp-f pno31, pn31 vmd av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 203 |
7001 | but now it doth thus, and now that Glory is revealed, Iohn 1. 14. We beheld his Glory as the Glory of the only begotten S•n. | but now it does thus, and now that Glory is revealed, John 1. 14. We beheld his Glory as the Glory of the only begotten S•n. | cc-acp av pn31 vdz av, cc av d n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd pns12 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-j vvn n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 203 |
7002 | In every Truth there is a Glory which men see not, and this is called in Scripture, the finding of the Pearle, Ma•. 13. 45. III. He so beholds him in his Glory, as that he now esteems of him in all his Glory. | In every Truth there is a Glory which men see not, and this is called in Scripture, the finding of the Pearl, Ma•. 13. 45. III. He so beholds him in his Glory, as that he now esteems of him in all his Glory. | p-acp d n1 a-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq n2 vvb xx, cc d vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, np1. crd crd np1. pns31 av vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp cst pns31 av vvz pp-f pno31 p-acp d po31 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1126 | Page 203 |
7003 | For a Bala••• may see the Glory of the Tents of Israel; and the Star of Iacob, but they esteem not of him in all his Glory. | For a Bala••• may see the Glory of the Tents of Israel; and the Star of Iacob, but they esteem not of him in all his Glory. | p-acp dt np1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; cc dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pns32 vvb xx pp-f pno31 p-acp d po31 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1127 | Page 203 |
7004 | The damned in Hell see a Glory in Christ, else they would never grieve for the loss of him, | The damned in Hell see a Glory in christ, Else they would never grieve for the loss of him, | dt j-vvn p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, av pns32 vmd av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1127 | Page 203 |
7005 | but 'tis only in regard of somthing in Christ, delivering Saints from sorrows they feel. | but it's only in regard of something in christ, delivering Saints from sorrows they feel. | cc-acp pn31|vbz av-j p-acp n1 pp-f pi p-acp np1, vvg n2 p-acp n2 pns32 vvb. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1127 | Page 203 |
7006 | Nay many Reprobates under a lively Ministry, shall see some Glory in Christ and in Saints, to think them the happy men, | Nay many Reprobates under a lively Ministry, shall see Some Glory in christ and in Saints, to think them the happy men, | uh-x d n2-jn p-acp dt j n1, vmb vvi d n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 dt j n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1127 | Page 203 |
7007 | yet not esteem of him in all his Glory; but 'tis otherwise here. | yet not esteem of him in all his Glory; but it's otherwise Here. | av xx vvi pp-f pno31 p-acp d po31 n1; cc-acp pn31|vbz av av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1127 | Page 203 |
7008 | The Lord ariseth as the Sun upon the earth, which makes all things that have any Glory to appear therein, | The Lord arises as the Sun upon the earth, which makes all things that have any Glory to appear therein, | dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz d n2 cst vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1127 | Page 203 |
7009 | and it puts a Glory on every thing, that was hid before. So Christ puts a Glory on every thing of himself: So that, | and it puts a Glory on every thing, that was hid before. So christ puts a Glory on every thing of himself: So that, | cc pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst vbds vvn a-acp. av np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f px31: av cst, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1127 | Page 203 |
7010 | 1. The soul sees a Glory in the Grace of Christ, Iohn 1. 14. For the Glory of Christs Person is not seen without these excellencies, Luke 1. 46. My soul 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord. | 1. The soul sees a Glory in the Grace of christ, John 1. 14. For the Glory of Christ Person is not seen without these excellencies, Lycia 1. 46. My soul 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord. | crd dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n2, av crd crd po11 n1 〈 sy 〉 dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1128 | Page 203 |
7011 | 2. A Glory in the Holiness of Christ, Isa. 6. 3. Especially to consider, it's in him to make me holy, 2 Cor. 3. 18. 3. A Glory in his Covenant and Promises, Psal. 45. 1, 2. Oh that all those Promises might be made good to me! | 2. A Glory in the Holiness of christ, Isaiah 6. 3. Especially to Consider, it's in him to make me holy, 2 Cor. 3. 18. 3. A Glory in his Covenant and Promises, Psalm 45. 1, 2. O that all those Promises might be made good to me! | crd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd av-j pc-acp vvi, pn31|vbz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno11 j, crd np1 crd crd crd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc vvz, np1 crd crd, crd uh cst d d vvz n1 vbb vvn j p-acp pno11! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1129 | Page 203 |
7012 | This is all my desire, 2 Sam. 23. 5. 4. A Glory in the Government and Commands and Will of Christ. | This is all my desire, 2 Sam. 23. 5. 4. A Glory in the Government and Commands and Will of christ. | d vbz d po11 n1, crd np1 crd crd crd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvz cc n1 pp-f np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1130 | Page 203 |
7033 | And hence with the young man, though content to part with somwha•, not with all ▪ they will cast their rags down at Christs feet, | And hence with the young man, though content to part with somwha•, not with all ▪ they will cast their rags down At Christ feet, | cc av p-acp dt j n1, cs j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, xx p-acp d ▪ pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 a-acp p-acp npg1 n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1136 | Page 204 |
7013 | Oh if once I could in every thing give content to his heart• Psal. 19. 10. Th•t the soul had rather lose all than cross his will in a small thing, seeing a Glory in the least Truth, in casting off a Ceremony, &c. Zach. 6. 13. 5. A Glory in all the Ordinances of Christ. | O if once I could in every thing give content to his heart• Psalm 19. 10. Th•t the soul had rather loose all than across his will in a small thing, seeing a Glory in the least Truth, in casting off a Ceremony, etc. Zach 6. 13. 5. A Glory in all the Ordinances of christ. | uh cs a-acp pns11 vmd p-acp d n1 vvb n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1 crd crd np1 dt n1 vhd av-c vvb d cs p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp dt ds n1, p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1, av np1 crd crd crd dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1131 | Page 203 |
7014 | Oh how amiable are thy Ta•ernacles oh God! Oh the Fellowship of Saints! Oh the peace on Sabbath•! | O how amiable Are thy Ta•ernacles o God! O the Fellowship of Saints! O the peace on Sabbath•! | uh q-crq j vbr po21 n2 uh np1 uh dt n1 pp-f n2! uh dt n1 p-acp np1! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1132 | Page 203 |
7015 | 6. A •lory in all his carriage. Let him bless me with outward estate, though but a little. | 6. A •lory in all his carriage. Let him bless me with outward estate, though but a little. | crd dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1. vvb pno31 vvi pno11 p-acp j n1, cs p-acp dt j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7016 | This is the allowance that Christ in Glory provides for 〈 ◊ 〉. Let him threaten me, good is the Word of the Lord. | This is the allowance that christ in Glory provides for 〈 ◊ 〉. Let him threaten me, good is the Word of the Lord. | d vbz dt n1 cst np1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp 〈 sy 〉. vvb pno31 vvi pno11, j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7017 | Let him desert me, his anger is love: Oh that is Glorious! | Let him desert me, his anger is love: O that is Glorious! | vvb pno31 n1 pno11, po31 n1 vbz n1: uh d vbz j! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7018 | Let him take all from me, reproach me, Moses esteems Christs reproach greater riches than Egypt, which is our estate here. | Let him take all from me, reproach me, Moses esteems Christ reproach greater riches than Egypt, which is our estate Here. | vvb pno31 vvi d p-acp pno11, vvb pno11, np1 vvz npg1 n1 jc n2 cs np1, r-crq vbz po12 n1 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7019 | It sees a Glory in all Christs waies, and quiets it self here, it is the Lord, as Eli said. | It sees a Glory in all Christ ways, and quiets it self Here, it is the Lord, as Eli said. | pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d npg1 n2, cc vvz pn31 n1 av, pn31 vbz dt n1, p-acp np1 vvd. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7020 | Thus Saints see and esteem of Christ in all his Glory, and we shall find a false hea•t ever falls short here, a sincere heart never, | Thus Saints see and esteem of christ in all his Glory, and we shall find a false hea•t ever falls short Here, a sincere heart never, | av n2 vvb cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 av vvz j av, dt j n1 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7021 | but commonly is so taken up with it, that if you ask, suppose you should have all Grace, Holiness, Promises of Christ, &c. Would not this be mercy? Yes, enough: | but commonly is so taken up with it, that if you ask, suppose you should have all Grace, Holiness, Promises of christ, etc. Would not this be mercy? Yes, enough: | cc-acp av-j vbz av vvn a-acp p-acp pn31, cst cs pn22 vvb, vvb pn22 vmd vhi d n1, n1, vvz pp-f np1, av vmd xx d vbi n1? uh, av-d: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7022 | I should then boast in him, and bless him for ever. | I should then boast in him, and bless him for ever. | pns11 vmd av vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 p-acp av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7023 | And hence Christ is called, L•ke 2. 33. the Glory of Israel, because they so esteem him. | And hence christ is called, L•ke 2. 33. the Glory of Israel, Because they so esteem him. | cc av np1 vbz vvn, vvb crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 av vvb pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7024 | And Isa. 28. 5. In that day the Lord shall be a Diadem of Glory. Others may in horrour pri•e Christ above the world, but 'tis only to ease them. | And Isaiah 28. 5. In that day the Lord shall be a Diadem of Glory. Others may in horror pri•e christ above the world, but it's only to ease them. | np1 np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. ng2-jn vmb p-acp n1 n1 np1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1133 | Page 203 |
7025 | IV. I add, he esteems him thus, 1. As his present good; | IV. I add, he esteems him thus, 1. As his present good; | np1 pns11 vvb, pns31 vvz pno31 av, crd p-acp po31 j j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1134 | Page 203 |
7026 | so that if the Lord doth withdraw or deny himself, now unto him no•hing in this world can for the present quiet him, Ier. 50. 4, 5. Hence those in their judgments acknowledge Christ the greatest good, | so that if the Lord does withdraw or deny himself, now unto him no•hing in this world can for the present quiet him, Jeremiah 50. 4, 5. Hence those in their Judgments acknowledge christ the greatest good, | av cst cs dt n1 vdz vvi cc vvi px31, av p-acp pno31 n1 p-acp d n1 vmb p-acp dt j j-jn pno31, np1 crd crd, crd av d p-acp po32 n2 vvb np1 dt js j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1135 | Page 203 |
7027 | and when they are dying, and see he will be so at last day, yet now for the present a little more liberty in sin, sloath, lust, honour, gain, Lots, large accomodations are 〈 ◊ 〉. You never saw him. Oh vile world! | and when they Are dying, and see he will be so At last day, yet now for the present a little more liberty in since, sloth, lust, honour, gain, Lots, large Accommodations Are 〈 ◊ 〉. You never saw him. O vile world! | cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvg, cc vvb pns31 vmb vbi av p-acp ord n1, av av p-acp dt j dt j dc n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n2, j n2 vbr 〈 sy 〉. pn22 av-x vvd pno31. uh j n1! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1135 | Page 203 |
7028 | the Lord will one day condemn 〈 ◊ 〉 out of thine own mouth; thy own will was more dear to thee than his; | the Lord will one day condemn 〈 ◊ 〉 out of thine own Mouth; thy own will was more dear to thee than his; | dt n1 vmb crd n1 vvi 〈 sy 〉 av pp-f po21 d n1; po21 d n1 vbds av-dc j-jn p-acp pno21 cs png31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1135 | Page 203 |
7029 | this worlds ease better than his peace, &c. When you 〈 ◊ 〉 on your Death-beds, you esteem him then. | this world's ease better than his peace, etc. When you 〈 ◊ 〉 on your Deathbeds, you esteem him then. | d ng1 n1 av-jc cs po31 n1, av c-crq pn22 〈 sy 〉 a-acp po22 n2, pn22 vvb pno31 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1135 | Page 203 |
7030 | Why? Because serves your turn then: Hence before you did not. | Why? Because serves your turn then: Hence before you did not. | q-crq? p-acp vvz po22 n1 av: av c-acp pn22 vdd xx. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1135 | Page 203 |
7031 | 2. As the greatest good, Deut. 33. 26. Ier. 10. 7. Hence those that see some good in Christ and desire him, | 2. As the greatest good, Deuteronomy 33. 26. Jeremiah 10. 7. Hence those that see Some good in christ and desire him, | crd p-acp dt js j, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av d cst vvb d j p-acp np1 cc vvb pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1136 | Page 204 |
7034 | and intreat him to take away their sins; but will not cast their Crowns down, the dea•est things they have: | and entreat him to take away their Sins; but will not cast their Crowns down, the dea•est things they have: | cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av po32 n2; cc-acp vmb xx vvi po32 n2 a-acp, dt js n2 pns32 vhb: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1136 | Page 204 |
7035 | And hence the thorny-ground-Profes•ors ever fall away. | And hence the thorny-ground-Profes•ors ever fallen away. | cc av dt j av vvi av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1136 | Page 204 |
7036 | The good things of this world which they forsook in time of persecution, were dearer than Christ, and hence they fall away. | The good things of this world which they forsook in time of persecution, were Dearer than christ, and hence they fallen away. | dt j n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbdr jc-jn cs np1, cc av pns32 vvb av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1136 | Page 204 |
7037 | 'Tis a dishonour to a King to be valued as other men are, Zach. 11. 12, 13. | It's a dishonour to a King to be valued as other men Are, Zach 11. 12, 13. | pn31|vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n2 vbr, np1 crd crd, crd | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1136 | Page 204 |
7038 | 3. As the only good, Isa. 24. 23. The Sun shall be confounded, &c. And though other things may steal into their hearts for a time, yet they recover themselves; | 3. As the only good, Isaiah 24. 23. The Sun shall be confounded, etc. And though other things may steal into their hearts for a time, yet they recover themselves; | crd p-acp dt j j, np1 crd crd dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, av cc cs j-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vvb px32; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1137 | Page 204 |
7039 | this is the one thing, Psal. 27. 4. that they beg in this life. And hence do fall short, | this is the one thing, Psalm 27. 4. that they beg in this life. And hence do fallen short, | d vbz dt crd n1, np1 crd crd cst pns32 vvb p-acp d n1. cc av vdb vvi j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1137 | Page 204 |
7040 | 1. Those that esteem Christ as men do Merchandise; they would fain have it, but are loath to fetch it. | 1. Those that esteem christ as men do Merchandise; they would fain have it, but Are loath to fetch it. | crd d cst vvb np1 p-acp n2 vdb n1; pns32 vmd av-j vhi pn31, cc-acp vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1138 | Page 204 |
7041 | Men may esteem Christ, as they think, the only good; | Men may esteem christ, as they think, the only good; | np1 vmb vvi np1, c-acp pns32 vvb, dt j j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1138 | Page 204 |
7042 | but herein their falseness appears, that they neglect means to it, because they have some good else to quiet them. | but herein their falseness appears, that they neglect means to it, Because they have Some good Else to quiet them. | cc-acp av po32 n1 vvz, cst pns32 vvb n2 p-acp pn31, c-acp pns32 vhb d j av pc-acp vvi pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1138 | Page 204 |
7043 | And here is condemned all lazy Profession. | And Here is condemned all lazy Profession. | cc av vbz vvn d j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1138 | Page 204 |
7044 | 2. Those that would have Christ, and esteem him highly, and use means for him diligently, | 2. Those that would have christ, and esteem him highly, and use means for him diligently, | crd d cst vmd vhi np1, cc vvb pno31 av-j, cc vvi n2 p-acp pno31 av-j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1139 | Page 204 |
7045 | but they must have Christ, and world, and lust, and ease too: Christ to quiet their Consciences, and the world their hearts; | but they must have christ, and world, and lust, and ease too: christ to quiet their Consciences, and the world their hearts; | cc-acp pns32 vmb vhi np1, cc n1, cc n1, cc vvi av: np1 p-acp j-jn po32 n2, cc dt n1 po32 n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1139 | Page 204 |
7046 | Christ to rest on, when their duties fail them, and world to rest in, when the Consolations of Christ are denied unto them. | christ to rest on, when their duties fail them, and world to rest in, when the Consolations of christ Are denied unto them. | np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, c-crq po32 n2 vvi pno32, cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1139 | Page 204 |
7047 | The L••d is good, go up and possesse it. 1. But do the Saints come to this pitch? |
The L••d is good, go up and possess it. 1. But do the Saints come to this pitch? | dt n1 vbz j, vvb a-acp cc vvi pn31. crd cc-acp vdb dt n2 vvb p-acp d n1? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1139 | Page 204 |
7048 | 2 Cor. 4. 3. If our Gospel be hid, |
2 Cor. 4. 3. If our Gospel be hid, it's hid to them that be lost. | crd np1 crd crd cs po12 n1 vbi vvn, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vbb vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1141 | Page 204 |
7049 | Who are those from whom Christ is hid? When is he hid? When his Glory is hid. | Who Are those from whom christ is hid? When is he hid? When his Glory is hid. | r-crq vbr d p-acp ro-crq np1 vbz vvn? q-crq vbz pns31 vvn? c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1141 | Page 204 |
7050 | I know Saints may feel a want of, and mou•r for it, but it will appear if they are the Lords, at some time. | I know Saints may feel a want of, and mou•r for it, but it will appear if they Are the lords, At Some time. | pns11 vvb n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi cs pns32 vbr dt n2, p-acp d n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1141 | Page 204 |
7051 | Nay this they will find, some and much contempt remaining which they oppose, yet this is here, | Nay this they will find, Some and much contempt remaining which they oppose, yet this is Here, | uh-x d pns32 vmb vvi, d cc d n1 vvg r-crq pns32 vvb, av d vbz av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1141 | Page 204 |
7052 | and at parting times it is seen. •. But Saints cannot know this. | and At parting times it is seen. •. But Saints cannot know this. | cc p-acp vvg av pn31 vbz vvn. •. p-acp n2 vmbx vvi d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1141 | Page 204 |
7053 | Yes (as well as they can know their contempt) by means of God's Spirit, he 〈 … 〉 carried from one contrary to Another shall know it. •. | uh (c-acp av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1) p-acp n2 pp-f npg1 n1, pns31 〈 … 〉 vvd p-acp crd j-jn p-acp j-jn vmb vvi pn31. •. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1143 | Page 204 | |
7054 | But Hypocrit•• may attain to this. |
But Hypocrit•• may attain to this. •. Then the •ospel may be revealed to an hypocrite and to them that Are •ost. 2. Then they may believe; | p-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp d. •. av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn. crd cs pns32 vmb vvi; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1144 | Page 204 |
7055 | for to them only the Lord is precious, 1 Pet. 2. 7. Then a 〈 ◊ 〉 is pre••ous, | for to them only the Lord is precious, 1 Pet. 2. 7. Then a 〈 ◊ 〉 is pre••ous, | c-acp p-acp pno32 av-j dt n1 vbz j, crd np1 crd crd av dt 〈 sy 〉 vbz j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1146 | Page 204 |
7056 | when we value it according to the worth of it. | when we valve it according to the worth of it. | c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1146 | Page 204 |
7058 | this is the 〈 ◊ 〉 of Believe•• only. 3. Then Christ may be a 〈 ◊ 〉 Treasure. | this is the 〈 ◊ 〉 of Believe•• only. 3. Then christ may be a 〈 ◊ 〉 Treasure. | d vbz dt 〈 sy 〉 pp-f np1 av-j. crd av np1 vmb vbi dt 〈 sy 〉 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1146 | Page 204 |
7059 | For that is our treasure which we esteem most. | For that is our treasure which we esteem most. | p-acp d vbz po12 n1 r-crq pns12 vvb ds. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1147 | Page 204 |
7060 | 4. Then a carnal heart may honour Christ with one of the highest degrees of honour, which consists in this high esteem, Luke 1. 46. My soul magnifies the L••d. | 4. Then a carnal heart may honour christ with one of the highest Degrees of honour, which consists in this high esteem, Lycia 1. 46. My soul Magnifies the L••d. | crd av dt j n1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp crd pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp d j n1, av crd crd po11 n1 vvz dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1148 | Page 204 |
7061 | 5. Observe we, tha• never any lost Christ but because they undervalued him. 〈 … 〉, and take the 〈 ◊ 〉. | 5. Observe we, tha• never any lost christ but Because they undervalved him. 〈 … 〉, and take the 〈 ◊ 〉. | crd vvb pns12, n1 av-x d vvd np1 p-acp c-acp pns32 vvd pno31. 〈 … 〉, cc vvb dt 〈 sy 〉. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1149 | Page 204 |
7062 | That it shall lie upon you one day, oh if Christ had had that 〈 ◊ 〉 which lust and world hath had, I had had him now• Examine, | That it shall lie upon you one day, o if christ had had that 〈 ◊ 〉 which lust and world hath had, I had had him now• Examine, | cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 crd n1, uh cs np1 vhd vhn d 〈 sy 〉 r-crq n1 cc n1 vhz vhn, pns11 vhd vhn pno31 n1 vvb, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1149 | Page 204 |
7063 | if it be thus, if you thus see and prize the Lord Jesus. | if it be thus, if you thus see and prize the Lord jesus. | cs pn31 vbb av, cs pn22 av vvi cc vvi dt n1 np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1149 | Page 204 |
7064 | Oh be thankful that ever the Lo•• sent 〈 ◊ 〉 Messenger to 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ! | O be thankful that ever the Lo•• sent 〈 ◊ 〉 Messenger to 〈 ◊ 〉 christ! | uh vbb j cst av dt np1 vvd 〈 sy 〉 n1 pc-acp 〈 sy 〉 np1! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1149 | Page 204 |
7065 | If not, oh go and mourn! | If not, o go and mourn! | cs xx, uh vvb cc vvi! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1149 | Page 204 |
7066 | Paul did s• three 〈 ◊ 〉, 〈 ◊ 〉 9. when •e saw nothing. Oh Christ hath been long •id from thee. Oh 〈 … 〉 this; | Paul did s• three 〈 ◊ 〉, 〈 ◊ 〉 9. when •e saw nothing. O christ hath been long •id from thee. O 〈 … 〉 this; | np1 vdd n1 crd 〈 sy 〉, 〈 sy 〉 crd c-crq vbr vvd pix. uh np1 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp pno21. uh 〈 … 〉 d; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1149 | Page 204 |
7067 | but 〈 ◊ 〉 about for it, for else that in Mat. 23. 39. shall be 〈 ◊ 〉 portion. SECT. III. III. Fulness of Faith, in the room of Unbellef. | but 〈 ◊ 〉 about for it, for Else that in Mathew 23. 39. shall be 〈 ◊ 〉 portion. SECT. III. III. Fullness of Faith, in the room of Unbelief. | cc-acp 〈 sy 〉 a-acp c-acp pn31, c-acp av cst p-acp np1 crd crd vmb vbi 〈 sy 〉 n1. n1. np1. np1. n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1149 | Page 204 |
7068 | FOR 'tis not unknown how strongly this sin keeps every mans Palace, and that not Moses, but the Lord Jesus is the stumbling stone even of the Iews, the peculiar people of God. | FOR it's not unknown how strongly this since keeps every men Palace, and that not Moses, but the Lord jesus is the stumbling stone even of the Iews, the peculiar people of God. | p-acp pn31|vbz xx j c-crq av-j d n1 vvz d ng1 n1, cc cst xx np1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vbz dt j-vvg n1 av pp-f dt np2, dt j n1 pp-f np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7069 | When men are at their last cast, that the Lord intends to wait to pity no more, at last the Son comes, | When men Are At their last cast, that the Lord intends to wait to pity no more, At last the Son comes, | c-crq n2 vbr p-acp po32 ord n1, cst dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dx av-dc, p-acp ord dt n1 vvz, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7070 | and an unbelieving heart casts the Ballance and refuseth him. | and an unbelieving heart Cast the Balance and Refuseth him. | cc dt vvg n1 vvz dt n1 cc vvz pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7071 | After that the Lord hath tried men by miraculous preservations, deliverances from Pharaohs, provision at Massah, then Canaan comes to be entred, | After that the Lord hath tried men by miraculous preservations, Deliverances from Pharaohs, provision At Massah, then Canaan comes to be entered, | p-acp cst dt n1 vhz vvn n2 p-acp j n2, n2 p-acp np1, n1 p-acp np1, av np1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7072 | and men cannot enter because of unbelief. | and men cannot enter Because of unbelief. | cc n2 vmbx vvi c-acp pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7073 | This 〈 ◊ 〉 stands in open view, and keeps the breach, when all other sins in appearance are beaten out of the field. | This 〈 ◊ 〉 Stands in open view, and keeps the breach, when all other Sins in appearance Are beaten out of the field. | d 〈 sy 〉 vvz p-acp j n1, cc vvz dt n1, c-crq d j-jn n2 p-acp n1 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7074 | Now there is a Spirit of Faith, which comes in the room of this unbelief, dispossesseth 〈 ◊ 〉 soul of the power of it; | Now there is a Spirit of Faith, which comes in the room of this unbelief, dispossesseth 〈 ◊ 〉 soul of the power of it; | av a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvz 〈 sy 〉 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7075 | for there may be some lighter stroaks of the Spirit, 〈 ◊ 〉 are lighter Skirmishes with it, | for there may be Some lighter Strokes of the Spirit, 〈 ◊ 〉 Are lighter Skirmishes with it, | c-acp a-acp vmb vbi d jc n2 pp-f dt n1, 〈 sy 〉 vbr jc n2 p-acp pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7076 | but yet it wins the field again; | but yet it wins the field again; | cc-acp av pn31 vvz dt n1 av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7077 | as in the stony ground, that believed, but unbelief got head again in time of persecution and temptation, and then they fell away. | as in the stony ground, that believed, but unbelief god head again in time of persecution and temptation, and then they fell away. | c-acp p-acp dt j n1, cst vvd, cc-acp n1 vvd n1 av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc av pns32 vvd av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1150 | Page 205 |
7078 | What is this Faith, |
What is this Faith, or that fullness or full measure of it? I shall not speak Here of Historical or Miraculous Faith: | q-crq vbz d n1, cc d n1 cc j n1 pp-f pn31? pns11 vmb xx vvi av pp-f np1 cc j n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1151 | Page 205 |
7079 | The First of which is in the Devils, the second in Some men only, that may perish afterwards. | dt ord pp-f r-crq vbz p-acp dt n2, dt ord p-acp d n2 av-j, cst vmb vvi av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1152 | Page 205 | |
7080 | Nor yet of that Faith which we call, of Assurance, we shall not come yet to that. | Nor yet of that Faith which we call, of Assurance, we shall not come yet to that. | ccx av pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, pp-f n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi av p-acp d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1152 | Page 205 |
7081 | But of that which we call justifying Faith, and that which doth first un•te to Christ, and justifie. | But of that which we call justifying Faith, and that which does First un•te to christ, and justify. | p-acp pp-f d r-crq pns12 vvb vvg n1, cc cst r-crq vdz ord vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1152 | Page 205 |
7082 | Now this Faith is the coming of the soul to Christ. This is the general. | Now this Faith is the coming of the soul to christ. This is the general. | av d n1 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. d vbz dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1152 | Page 205 |
7083 | For Adam had his life in himself, but now 'tis lo•t in us, but laid up in Christ, Col. 3. 3. Now hence they that would have this life, must go out of themselves to the Lord for it. | For Adam had his life in himself, but now it's lo•t in us, but laid up in christ, Col. 3. 3. Now hence they that would have this life, must go out of themselves to the Lord for it. | p-acp np1 vhd po31 n1 p-acp px31, cc-acp av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pno12, cc-acp vvd a-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd crd av av pns32 cst vmd vhi d n1, vmb vvi av pp-f px32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1152 | Page 205 |
7084 | Now the motion of the soul between these two extreams of emp•iness and death here, to life and fulness there, what is it but Faith? Which Adam had not, | Now the motion of the soul between these two extremes of emp•iness and death Here, to life and fullness there, what is it but Faith? Which Adam had not, | av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d crd n2-jn pp-f n1 cc n1 av, p-acp n1 cc n1 a-acp, r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp n1? r-crq np1 vhd xx, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1152 | Page 205 |
7085 | nor could have in that estate; and therefore none of the Sons of Adam naturally can share in it. | nor could have in that estate; and Therefore none of the Sons of Adam naturally can share in it. | ccx vmd vhi p-acp d n1; cc av pix pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 av-j vmb vvi p-acp pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1152 | Page 205 |
7086 | And that this is Faith it appears, | And that this is Faith it appears, | cc cst d vbz n1 pn31 vvz, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1153 | Page 205 |
7087 | 1. From Io•• 6. 35. Lam the Bread of life, he that comes to me shall never hunger, | 1. From Io•• 6. 35. Lam the Bred of life, he that comes to me shall never hunger, | crd p-acp np1 crd crd np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1154 | Page 205 |
7088 | and he that believes in me shall never thirst. | and he that believes in me shall never thirst. | cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x vvi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1154 | Page 205 |
7089 | 2. Because unbelief is the departing of the soul from the God of life, Heb. 3. 1•. | 2. Because unbelief is the departing of the soul from the God of life, Hebrew 3. 1•. | crd p-acp n1 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1155 | Page 205 |
7090 | Not from a holy L•w, but from a living God. 3. Faith is the proper effect of Vocationi or rather the chief part thereof. | Not from a holy L•w, but from a living God. 3. Faith is the proper Effect of Vocationi or rather the chief part thereof. | xx p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvg np1. crd n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc av-c dt j-jn n1 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1155 | Page 205 |
7091 | Now look as ineffe••ual vocation is when the Lord calls, but the soul never comes; so effectual vocation is whereby the Lord calls, and the soul answers, and so comes. | Now look as ineffe••ual vocation is when the Lord calls, but the soul never comes; so effectual vocation is whereby the Lord calls, and the soul answers, and so comes. | av vvb c-acp j n1 vbz c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc-acp dt n1 av-x vvz; av j n1 vbz c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz, cc av vvz. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1156 | Page 205 |
7092 | So that to •it still and see no•hing, and do nothing, is not Faith, but sloath. | So that to •it still and see no•hing, and do nothing, is not Faith, but sloth. | av cst pc-acp vvi av cc vvi n1, cc vdb pix, vbz xx n1, cc-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1156 | Page 205 |
7093 | No, Christ cannot be in th•t soul that is yet in himself. | No, christ cannot be in th•t soul that is yet in himself. | uh-dx, np1 vmbx vbi p-acp j n1 cst vbz av p-acp px31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1156 | Page 205 |
7094 | Therefore Faith is not a passive possi•ility of the soul to receive Christ, though that may prepare for him, | Therefore Faith is not a passive possi•ility of the soul to receive christ, though that may prepare for him, | av n1 vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cs d vmb vvi p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1156 | Page 205 |
7095 | but the going out of a mans self unto Christ. | but the going out of a men self unto christ. | cc-acp dt vvg av pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1156 | Page 205 |
7096 | But may not a man come to Christ, |
But may not a man come to christ, that never shall have mercy from christ? | cc-acp vmb xx dt n1 vvb p-acp np1, cst av-x vmb vhi n1 p-acp np1? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1157 | Page 205 |
7097 | Yes, |
Yes, there m•• be many lighter Strokes, as in temporary Believers. | uh, pc-acp n1 vbb d jc n2, c-acp p-acp j n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1158 | Page 205 |
7098 | The world is at this day full of Faith ▪ Every man thinks and saith he believes, though his Faith be weak. | The world is At this day full of Faith ▪ Every man thinks and Says he believes, though his Faith be weak. | dt n1 vbz p-acp d n1 j pp-f n1 ▪ d n1 vvz cc vvz pns31 vvz, cs po31 n1 vbb j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1158 | Page 205 |
7099 | 'Tis mens Buckler against all means, they know these •ins, but as long as they believe all is well. | It's men's Buckler against all means, they know these •ins, but as long as they believe all is well. | pn31|vbz ng2 n1 p-acp d n2, pns32 vvb d n2, cc-acp c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb d vbz av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1158 | Page 205 |
7100 | And 'tis their comfort in all their troubles, though the Lord kills, yet they will believe. | And it's their Comfort in all their Troubles, though the Lord kills, yet they will believe. | cc pn31|vbz po32 n1 p-acp d po32 n2, cs dt n1 vvz, av pns32 vmb vvi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1158 | Page 205 |
7101 | And I say, some men have departed indeed fro• the Lord ▪ The Gospel hath been preached, | And I say, Some men have departed indeed fro• the Lord ▪ The Gospel hath been preached, | cc pns11 vvb, d n2 vhb vvn av n1 dt n1 ▪ dt n1 vhz vbn vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1158 | Page 205 |
7102 | and they have made out of the•selves to Christ, but missed of him. There is a Bramble-Faith that catcheth and 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ, kisseth and betraies him. | and they have made out of the•selves to christ, but missed of him. There is a Bramble-Faith that Catches and 〈 ◊ 〉 christ, Kisses and betrays him. | cc pns32 vhb vvn av pp-f n2 p-acp np1, cc-acp vvd pp-f pno31. pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz cc 〈 sy 〉 np1, vvz cc vvz pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1158 | Page 205 |
7103 | That coming to Christ therefore wh•ch none else have the full measure of, it appears in these particulars. | That coming to christ Therefore wh•ch none Else have the full measure of, it appears in these particulars. | cst vvg p-acp np1 av vvi pix av vhb dt j n1 pp-f, pn31 vvz p-acp d n2-j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1158 | Page 205 |
7104 | 'Tis that work of the Spirit whereby a sinner, sensible of his extream nakedness, emptiness and wants, being called of God, his whole soul comes out of himself to Christ, for himself. | It's that work of the Spirit whereby a sinner, sensible of his extreme nakedness, emptiness and Wants, being called of God, his Whole soul comes out of himself to christ, for himself. | pn31|vbz d n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq dt n1, j pp-f po31 j-jn n1, n1 cc n2, vbg vvn pp-f np1, po31 j-jn n1 vvz av pp-f px31 p-acp np1, p-acp px31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1159 | Page 206 |
7105 | I speak not of assurance, for if that were Faith, all ••probates then we•e bound to believe an un•ruth, Viz. That God the Father 〈 ◊ 〉, | I speak not of assurance, for if that were Faith, all ••probates then we•e bound to believe an un•ruth, Viz. That God the Father 〈 ◊ 〉, | pns11 vvb xx pp-f n1, c-acp cs d vbdr n1, d n2-jn av vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, av cst np1 dt n1 〈 sy 〉, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1159 | Page 206 |
7106 | and Christ hath died for them. | and christ hath died for them. | cc np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1159 | Page 206 |
7107 | 1. 'Tis a work of Gods Spirit, and hence 'tis called the Spirit of Faith, no• only because wrought by it; | 1. It's a work of God's Spirit, and hence it's called the Spirit of Faith, no• only Because wrought by it; | crd pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc av pn31|vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 av-j c-acp vvn p-acp pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1160 | Page 206 |
7108 | but because the Spirit is in an admirable maner fastned to it, and clasped to the soul, | but Because the Spirit is in an admirable manner fastened to it, and clasped to the soul, | cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1160 | Page 206 |
7109 | and the soul to Christ by it. 2. The Subject in which 'tis wrought: A s•nner sensible of his extream wants; | and the soul to christ by it. 2. The Subject in which it's wrought: A s•nner sensible of his extreme Wants; | cc dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31. crd dt j-jn p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz vvn: dt n1 j pp-f po31 j-jn n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1160 | Page 206 |
7110 | for Faith springs out of the destruction of our own excellency, and ruines of it; like Christ, that did arise a root out of a dry ground; | for Faith springs out of the destruction of our own excellency, and ruins of it; like christ, that did arise a root out of a dry ground; | p-acp n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1, cc n2 pp-f pn31; vvb np1, cst vdd vvi dt n1 av pp-f dt j n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7111 | for the Lords gre•t plot, is to advance Christ and his rich grace. | for the lords gre•t plot, is to advance christ and his rich grace. | p-acp dt n2 j n1, vbz pc-acp vvi np1 cc po31 j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7112 | Now look as 'tis obscured by bringing any thing of our own to it, so 'tis advanced by fe•ching all from it; | Now look as it's obscured by bringing any thing of our own to it, so it's advanced by fe•ching all from it; | av vvb c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f po12 d p-acp pn31, av pn31|vbz vvn p-acp vvg d p-acp pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7113 | this can never be till the soul is sensible of his nakedness, emptiness and wants; let Christ be never so sweet, a full soul will lo•th him; | this can never be till the soul is sensible of his nakedness, emptiness and Wants; let christ be never so sweet, a full soul will lo•th him; | d vmb av-x vbi p-acp dt n1 vbz j pp-f po31 n1, n1 cc n2; vvb np1 vbi av av j, dt j n1 vmb vvi pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7114 | and I 〈 ◊ 〉 extream want. The Prodigal never comes home, till he dies for hunger: | and I 〈 ◊ 〉 extreme want. The Prodigal never comes home, till he die for hunger: | cc pns11 〈 sy 〉 j-jn vvb. dt n-jn av-x vvz av-an, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7115 | 〈 ◊ 〉 is the fencelessness of men, and dislike of Christ, tha• extremities only drive them hither, | 〈 ◊ 〉 is the fencelessness of men, and dislike of christ, tha• extremities only drive them hither, | 〈 sy 〉 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f np1, n1 n2 av-j vvi pno32 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7116 | as Iudges 5. 6. When the Midiani••s came, •hey ran •ike beasts to their den, | as Judges 5. 6. When the Midiani••s Come, •hey ran •ike beasts to their den, | c-acp n2 crd crd c-crq dt n2 vvd, n1 vvd av-j n2 p-acp po32 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7117 | and untill bread was taken from them, they cry not unto the Lord, but then they do: | and until bred was taken from them, they cry not unto the Lord, but then they do: | cc c-acp n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp cs pns32 vdb: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7118 | So men have neither hearts, or if so, no heads to come to Christ till now; | So men have neither hearts, or if so, no Heads to come to christ till now; | av n2 vhb dx n2, cc cs av, dx n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-acp av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7119 | and usually the Lord makes this the ground of the souls first motion towards Christ. I die here, and because of my wants I therefore come. | and usually the Lord makes this the ground of the Souls First motion towards christ. I die Here, and Because of my Wants I Therefore come. | cc av-j dt n1 vvz d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 ord n1 p-acp np1. pns11 vvb av, cc c-acp pp-f po11 n2 pns11 av vvb. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7120 | Pardon •in, because great, Psal. 25. 11. Be marciful, bec••se 'tis a 〈 ◊ 〉 ••ople, Exod. 34. 9. That so when the Lord pardons, the soul may have nothing to boast off but misery, | Pardon •in, Because great, Psalm 25. 11. Be marciful, bec••se it's a 〈 ◊ 〉 ••ople, Exod 34. 9. That so when the Lord Pardons, the soul may have nothing to boast off but misery, | vvb av, c-acp j, np1 crd crd vbb j, av pn31|vbz dt 〈 sy 〉 n1, np1 crd crd cst av c-crq dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vmb vhi pix pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7121 | and now 'tis hard to beleeve. But this is not all. | and now it's hard to believe. But this is not all. | cc av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi. p-acp d vbz xx d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1161 | Page 206 |
7122 | 3. It must be called of God, for else the soul though never so sensible of misery, could not, would not, du•st not come; | 3. It must be called of God, for Else the soul though never so sensible of misery, could not, would not, du•st not come; | crd pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, c-acp av dt n1 c-acp av-x av j pp-f n1, vmd xx, vmd xx, vmb xx vvi; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7123 | but it would either sink under its burden, or plead against all means: | but it would either sink under its burden, or plead against all means: | cc-acp pn31 vmd av-d vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp d n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7124 | It shall presume, as Iudas that had no look of Christ (as Peter had) h•ngs himself: | It shall presume, as Iudas that had no look of christ (as Peter had) h•ngs himself: | pn31 vmb vvi, c-acp np1 cst vhd dx n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp np1 vhd) vvz px31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7125 | And hence I•r. 3. 23. Come unto me, Their heart answered, We come. | And hence I•r. 3. 23. Come unto me, Their heart answered, We come. | cc av n1. crd crd vvb p-acp pno11, po32 n1 vvd, pns12 vvb. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7126 | For this is usually the Objection of the soul when it sees the riches of mercy, What have I to do with it, that am so vile, | For this is usually the Objection of the soul when it sees the riches of mercy, What have I to do with it, that am so vile, | p-acp d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1, q-crq vhb pns11 pc-acp vdi p-acp pn31, cst vbm av j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7127 | and have fallen so oft, and rejected the Lord, and am like to do so; I shall sin the more by this means. | and have fallen so oft, and rejected the Lord, and am like to do so; I shall sin the more by this means. | cc vhb vvn av av, cc vvd dt n1, cc vbm j pc-acp vdi av; pns11 vmb vvi dt av-dc p-acp d n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7128 | No, the command of the Gospel comes, oh come, notwithstanding all this, nay because of this, | No, the command of the Gospel comes, o come, notwithstanding all this, nay Because of this, | uh-dx, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, uh vvb, c-acp d d, uh-x p-acp pp-f d, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7129 | for I will heal you of them. | for I will heal you of them. | c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pp-f pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7130 | Now this call hath two things in it. 1. 'Tis particular, for general invitations to beleeve and come in, are made particular to the Elect, who else would not come in; | Now this call hath two things in it. 1. It's particular, for general invitations to believe and come in, Are made particular to the Elect, who Else would not come in; | av d n1 vhz crd n2 p-acp pn31. crd pn31|vbz j, c-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp, vbr vvn j p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vmd xx vvi p-acp; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7131 | And hence I•ai. 43. 1. I have 〈 ◊ 〉 thee by nam•. | And hence I•ai. 43. 1. I have 〈 ◊ 〉 thee by nam•. | cc av np1. crd crd pns11 vhb 〈 sy 〉 pno21 p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7132 | For we shall finde that the hearts of men when they see a promise, cannot think it concerns them; | For we shall find that the hearts of men when they see a promise, cannot think it concerns them; | c-acp pns12 vmb vvi cst dt n2 pp-f n2 c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1, vmbx vvi pn31 vvz pno32; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7133 | all that hunger shall be satisfied, but shall I? And hence shew them 'tis as particular as the Law, they cannot think it is to them; | all that hunger shall be satisfied, but shall I? And hence show them it's as particular as the Law, they cannot think it is to them; | d cst n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp vmb pns11? cc av vvi pno32 pn31|vbz c-acp j c-acp dt n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 vbz p-acp pno32; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7134 | and hence they say sometime the word All, is not put in. | and hence they say sometime the word All, is not put in. | cc av pns32 vvb av dt n1 d, vbz xx vvn p-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7135 | Now that is the mighty power of unbelief, a word spoken to all is regarded by none, till the Lord make it particular; | Now that is the mighty power of unbelief, a word spoken to all is regarded by none, till the Lord make it particular; | av cst vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp d vbz vvn p-acp pix, c-acp dt n1 vvb pn31 j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7136 | and hence Isai. 2. Christ is said to judge the Nations, now when Judges ride their Circuits, they do not make Laws, | and hence Isaiah 2. christ is said to judge the nations, now when Judges ride their Circuits, they do not make Laws, | cc av np1 crd np1 vbz vvn p-acp vvb dt n2, av c-crq n2 vvb po32 n2, pns32 vdb xx vvi n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7137 | but only apply Laws. One man is brought before them to be condemned, he hopes 〈 ◊ 〉, but he is so; now he trembles: | but only apply Laws. One man is brought before them to be condemned, he hope's 〈 ◊ 〉, but he is so; now he trembles: | cc-acp av-j vvi n2. crd n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 n2 〈 sy 〉, cc-acp pns31 vbz av; av pns31 vvz: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7138 | Another to be acquitted, •e 〈 ◊ 〉, being 〈 ◊ 〉 accused, he is freed; | another to be acquitted, •e 〈 ◊ 〉, being 〈 ◊ 〉 accused, he is freed; | j-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, vbb 〈 sy 〉, vbg 〈 sy 〉 n-vvn, pns31 vbz vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7139 | and now he rejoyceth. 2. 'Tis a living call, or powerful call, Iohn 5. 25. And hence a man may live under the calls of the Minister long, | and now he Rejoiceth. 2. It's a living call, or powerful call, John 5. 25. And hence a man may live under the calls of the Minister long, | cc av pns31 vvz. crd pn31|vbz dt j-vvg n1, cc j n1, np1 crd crd cc av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7140 | and never come, because 'tis not made living from the Lord of life; and •ence no• irresist•ble. | and never come, Because it's not made living from the Lord of life; and •ence no• irresist•ble. | cc av-x vvb, c-acp pn31|vbz xx vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc av n1 j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1162 | Page 206 |
7141 | 4. Upon this call the whole soul comes out of it self to Christ; | 4. Upon this call the Whole soul comes out of it self to christ; | crd p-acp d vvb dt j-jn n1 vvz av pp-f pn31 n1 p-acp np1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 206 |
7142 | for if a man could climbe the clouds, and unlock the doors of heaven, and come Elias like in his body to Christ, he might miss of Christ, | for if a man could climb the Clouds, and unlock the doors of heaven, and come Elias like in his body to christ, he might miss of christ, | c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi dt n2, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb np1 av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmd vvi pp-f np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 206 |
7143 | as well as those that came and followed Christ for a time with their bodies while he lived on the earth; | as well as those that Come and followed christ for a time with their bodies while he lived on the earth; | c-acp av c-acp d cst vvd cc vvd np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 206 |
7144 | a man may come to Christ with half his soul or heart, there may be some hope, | a man may come to christ with half his soul or heart, there may be Some hope, | dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n-jn po31 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vmb vbi d n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 206 |
7145 | and some d•••res, some love, and some cleaving to him, and choice of him really, inwardly, | and Some d•••res, Some love, and Some cleaving to him, and choice of him really, inwardly, | cc d n2, d n1, cc d vvg p-acp pno31, cc n1 pp-f pno31 av-j, av-j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7146 | and yet not savingly, because the whole soul is no• here come, but half of it, Iames 1. 7, 8. Now the whole soul then comes, | and yet not savingly, Because the Whole soul is no• Here come, but half of it, James 1. 7, 8. Now the Whole soul then comes, | cc av xx av-vvg, c-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz n1 av vvn, cc-acp av-jn pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd, crd av dt j-jn n1 av vvz, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7147 | when all the affections and will take their flight to the Lord, and fasten there. | when all the affections and will take their flight to the Lord, and fasten there. | c-crq d dt n2 cc vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi a-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7148 | When all the affections are gathered from all other things and changed, and so they come to, and embr•ce the Lord; | When all the affections Are gathered from all other things and changed, and so they come to, and embr•ce the Lord; | c-crq d dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp d j-jn n2 cc vvn, cc av pns32 vvb p-acp, cc vvi dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7149 | so that hope wait• only here, when will the Lord pitty me? Desires that were set on a thousand things before, all long after him, love only taste•h him; | so that hope wait• only Here, when will the Lord pity me? Desires that were Set on a thousand things before, all long After him, love only taste•h him; | av d n1 n1 av-j av, c-crq vmb dt n1 vvb pno11? ng1 cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt crd n2 a-acp, d av-j p-acp pno31, vvb av-j vvi pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7150 | the Lord letting in some sight of the freeness of mercy, hope looks out hither; | the Lord letting in Some sighed of the freeness of mercy, hope looks out hither; | dt n1 vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb n2 av av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7151 | the Lord shewing the want, but the way to it, desire breaks down stone-walls, and all means, | the Lord showing the want, but the Way to it, desire breaks down stonewalls, and all means, | dt n1 vvg dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, n1 vvz a-acp n2, cc d n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7152 | and the difficulty of them, to have him: | and the difficulty of them, to have him: | cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, pc-acp vhi pno31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7153 | The Lord letting the soul tast the sweetness of Jesus and his grace, the soul joys, | The Lord letting the soul taste the sweetness of jesus and his grace, the soul Joys, | dt n1 vvg dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, dt n1 n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7154 | and love imbraceth, and the will fosters; | and love Embraceth, and the will fosters; | cc n1 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7155 | a carnal heart desires, loves, joyes in other things, and the Lord also, and so hath a false heart. | a carnal heart Desires, loves, Joys in other things, and the Lord also, and so hath a false heart. | dt j n1 vvz, n2, n2 p-acp j-jn n2, cc dt n1 av, cc av vhz dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7156 | But the whole heart comes hither ▪ and when 'tis here, thinks one heart too little, | But the Whole heart comes hither ▪ and when it's Here, thinks one heart too little, | p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz av ▪ cc c-crq pn31|vbz av, vvz crd n1 av j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7157 | nay one life, one soul, and when any part of the affections are le•t any where else, | nay one life, one soul, and when any part of the affections Are le•t any where Else, | uh-x crd n1, crd n1, cc c-crq d n1 pp-f dt n2 vbr av d c-crq av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7158 | then the soul mourns, hates that bondage, is ashamed of it, &c. So that the stream of the whole soul runs now hither, Psal. 119. 2. Ier. 3. 10. Psal. 45. 10. So 'tis with the soul, | then the soul mourns, hates that bondage, is ashamed of it, etc. So that the stream of the Whole soul runs now hither, Psalm 119. 2. Jeremiah 3. 10. Psalm 45. 10. So it's with the soul, | cs dt n1 vvz, vvz d n1, vbz j pp-f pn31, av av cst dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvz av av, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7159 | as with them when they were to come out of Egyp•, they would not leave childe, | as with them when they were to come out of Egyp•, they would not leave child, | c-acp p-acp pno32 c-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi av pp-f np1, pns32 vmd xx vvi n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7160 | nor hoof behinde, lest there should be any occasion of return; | nor hoof behind, lest there should be any occasion of return; | ccx n1 a-acp, cs pc-acp vmd vbi d n1 pp-f n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7161 | it is with the soul departed from the body, it only minds the Lord, it hath taken leave of all; | it is with the soul departed from the body, it only minds the Lord, it hath taken leave of all; | pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pn31 av-j vvz dt n1, pn31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f d; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7162 | so by Faith the whole soul leaves all, and comes to the Lord; otherwise the soul is not come to Christ, but reacheth after Christ; | so by Faith the Whole soul leaves all, and comes to the Lord; otherwise the soul is not come to christ, but reaches After christ; | av p-acp n1 dt j-jn n1 vvz d, cc vvz p-acp dt n1; av dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp vvz p-acp np1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7163 | like men that waded after the Ark, but perished in the waters: | like men that waded After the Ark, but perished in the waters: | j n2 cst vvd p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7164 | Their arms are not long enough, their desires and love are not long enough to reach Christ, the 〈 ◊ 〉 and stream of the soul is set and runs here. | Their arms Are not long enough, their Desires and love Are not long enough to reach christ, the 〈 ◊ 〉 and stream of the soul is Set and runs Here. | po32 n2 vbr xx j av-d, po32 n2 cc n1 vbr xx j av-d pc-acp vvi np1, dt 〈 sy 〉 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvz av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7165 | Tis with the soul, as 'tis with two Rivers, both run with all their strength to the Sea, | This with the soul, as it's with two rivers, both run with all their strength to the Sea, | pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp crd n2, av-d vvn p-acp d po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7166 | but the great River is bigger, and runs faster, yet the others stream is wholly carried thither. | but the great River is bigger, and runs faster, yet the Others stream is wholly carried thither. | cc-acp dt j n1 vbz jc, cc vvz av-jc, av dt n2-jn n1 vbz av-jn vvn av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7167 | So some men may be more full of Faith then others, yet both run to the Sea, | So Some men may be more full of Faith then Others, yet both run to the Sea, | av d n2 vmb vbi av-dc j pp-f n1 cs n2-jn, av av-d vvn p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7168 | and as Rivers, they run in their Circles, this way and that way, and are sometimes dammed up, ye• end there: | and as rivers, they run in their Circles, this Way and that Way, and Are sometime dammed up, ye• end there: | cc c-acp n2, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, d n1 cc d n1, cc vbr av vvn a-acp, n1 vvb a-acp: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7169 | So the souls of all Saints run to this and the other creature, yet they end in the Lord at last. | So the Souls of all Saints run to this and the other creature, yet they end in the Lord At last. | av dt n2 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp d cc dt j-jn n1, av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp ord. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7170 | As Peter and Iohn that ran to the S•pulchre, though one out-ran the other, yet they came both to the Lord at last; | As Peter and John that ran to the S•pulchre, though one outran the other, yet they Come both to the Lord At last; | p-acp np1 cc np1 cst vvd p-acp dt n1, c-acp pi vvd dt n-jn, av pns32 vvd d p-acp dt n1 p-acp ord; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7171 | when both of them had for a time forsook him, though all the world draw the soul back, it cannot live without the Lord; | when both of them had for a time forsook him, though all the world draw the soul back, it cannot live without the Lord; | c-crq d pp-f pno32 vhd p-acp dt n1 vvd pno31, cs d dt n1 vvb dt n1 av, pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7172 | nay, though the Lord beat away the soul from him, yet it follows after him. | nay, though the Lord beatrice away the soul from him, yet it follows After him. | uh-x, cs dt n1 vvb av dt n1 p-acp pno31, av pn31 vvz p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1163 | Page 307 |
7173 | 5. 'Tis to the Lord for himself, for Iohn 6. some came to Christ for loaves, | 5. It's to the Lord for himself, for John 6. Some Come to christ for loaves, | crd pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp px31, c-acp np1 crd d vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1164 | Page 307 |
7174 | and could have been glad if Christ had been King for it, but did not care for himself: | and could have been glad if christ had been King for it, but did not care for himself: | cc vmd vhi vbn j cs np1 vhd vbn n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp vdd xx vvi p-acp px31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1164 | Page 307 |
7175 | And hence vers. 27. he points and turns them to himself; | And hence vers. 27. he points and turns them to himself; | cc av zz. crd pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32 p-acp px31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1164 | Page 307 |
7176 | some came to him for higher ends, therefore were his Disciples, that is, for life from him. | Some Come to him for higher ends, Therefore were his Disciples, that is, for life from him. | d vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp jc n2, av vbdr po31 n2, cst vbz, p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1164 | Page 307 |
7177 | But when he told them, There is no life, unless you have the Son, And eat and drink his flesh and blood, | But when he told them, There is no life, unless you have the Son, And eat and drink his Flesh and blood, | p-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pno32, pc-acp vbz dx n1, cs pn22 vhb dt n1, cc vvi cc vvi po31 n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1164 | Page 307 |
7178 | or else you die, it was a hard saying, they could not understand nor see what that meant, | or Else you die, it was a hard saying, they could not understand nor see what that meant, | cc av pn22 vvb, pn31 vbds dt j n-vvg, pns32 vmd xx vvi ccx vvi r-crq d vvd, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1164 | Page 307 |
7179 | and hence forsook him, but when they come and receive him himself; now life is indeed theirs. | and hence forsook him, but when they come and receive him himself; now life is indeed theirs. | cc av vvd pno31, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi pno31 px31; av n1 vbz av png32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1164 | Page 307 |
7180 | So that its Christs person that this Faith first pitcheth on, as 'tis in Marriage, and those that come for this, were never sent away. | So that its Christ person that this Faith First pitcheth on, as it's in Marriage, and those that come for this, were never sent away. | av cst vbz npg1 n1 cst d n1 ord vvz p-acp, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1, cc d cst vvb p-acp d, vbdr av-x vvn av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 307 |
7181 | Now the soul is truly come to him for himself: 1. When himself gives rest to the soul in the want of all things, 〈 ◊ 〉. 4. 3. If friends, protection, strength, life, glory be wanting, | Now the soul is truly come to him for himself: 1. When himself gives rest to the soul in the want of all things, 〈 ◊ 〉. 4. 3. If Friends, protection, strength, life, glory be wanting, | av dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp px31: crd c-crq px31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, 〈 sy 〉. crd crd cs n2, n1, n1, n1, n1 vbb vvg, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 307 |
7182 | yet having him, in him I have all these; when all is sold away, not the treasure only, but the Field contents him: | yet having him, in him I have all these; when all is sold away, not the treasure only, but the Field contents him: | av vhg pno31, p-acp pno31 pns11 vhb d d; c-crq d vbz vvn av, xx dt n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 307 |
7183 | For it looks on this, as better then heaven, then glory, it comforts the soul that the Lord himself should be mine. 2. The soul that taketh him, 'tis not only to make boast of him, | For it looks on this, as better then heaven, then glory, it comforts the soul that the Lord himself should be mine. 2. The soul that Takes him, it's not only to make boast of him, | c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d, c-acp jc cs n1, cs n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 cst dt n1 px31 vmd vbi png11. crd dt n1 cst vvz pno31, pn31|vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 307 |
7184 | as 〈 ◊ 〉 had him, nor to cover sloth, and sin, and delusion by him: | as 〈 ◊ 〉 had him, nor to cover sloth, and since, and delusion by him: | c-acp 〈 sy 〉 vhd pno31, ccx pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 307 |
7185 | I have Christ, and I have no more to care for, &c. but to live on him, Iohn 6. 57. He that ea•eth me, shall live by me. | I have christ, and I have no more to care for, etc. but to live on him, John 6. 57. He that ea•eth me, shall live by me. | pns11 vhi np1, cc pns11 vhb dx dc pc-acp vvi p-acp, av cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz pno11, vmb vvi p-acp pno11. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 307 |
7186 | Phil. 3. 9, 10. A man takes not Christ as Medicine to ease him; nor as stately hanging• to adom him, but as bread to receive life from him. | Philip 3. 9, 10. A man Takes not christ as Medicine to ease him; nor as stately hanging• to adom him, but as bred to receive life from him. | np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz xx np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31; ccx p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 pno31, cc-acp c-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 307 |
7187 | For many receive Christ, 〈 ◊ 〉 they do upon him, and rest they say in him, | For many receive christ, 〈 ◊ 〉 they do upon him, and rest they say in him, | p-acp d vvb np1, 〈 sy 〉 pns32 vdb p-acp pno31, cc n1 pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 307 |
7188 | but they do not suck any good from him, nay before they had any Christ or assurance of him they were better than now. | but they do not suck any good from him, nay before they had any christ or assurance of him they were better than now. | cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi d j p-acp pno31, uh-x a-acp pns32 vhd d np1 cc n1 pp-f pno31 pns32 vbdr jc cs av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 308 |
7190 | As in I••hams par•ble, the Olive and Vine would not be pulled out of their places, to be set on the top• of other trees, as Kings; | As in I••hams par•ble, the Olive and Vine would not be pulled out of their places, to be Set on the top• of other trees, as Kings; | p-acp p-acp npg1 j, dt n1 cc n1 vmd xx vbi vvn av pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, c-acp n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 308 |
7191 | lest they lose their farness and sweetness: | lest they loose their farness and sweetness: | cs pns32 vvb po32 n1 cc n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 308 |
7192 | So since you have closed with Christ, you have lost your fa•ness and sweetness that once you had, you are now out of your place, go to your horrors and sorrows again, till the Lord so give himself to you as that you may receive life from him. | So since you have closed with christ, you have lost your fa•ness and sweetness that once you had, you Are now out of your place, go to your horrors and sorrows again, till the Lord so give himself to you as that you may receive life from him. | av c-acp pn22 vhb vvn p-acp np1, pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1 cc n1 cst c-acp pn22 vhd, pn22 vbr av av pp-f po22 n1, vvb p-acp po22 n2 cc n2 av, c-acp dt n1 av vvi px31 p-acp pn22 p-acp d pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1165 | Page 308 |
7193 | But must all come thus to Christ with their whole soul, |
But must all come thus to christ with their Whole soul, will not part of the price serve? | cc-acp vmb d vvi av p-acp np1 p-acp po32 j-jn n1, vmb xx vvi pp-f dt n1 vvi? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1166 | Page 308 |
7194 | No, |
No, the Whole soul must come, and cannot but come. 1. In regard of the Jealousy of God; | uh-dx, dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi, cc vmbx cc-acp vvi. crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1167 | Page 308 |
7195 | who is like a jealous Husband, can bear with many weaknesses, but will have the whole heart; | who is like a jealous Husband, can bear with many Weaknesses, but will have the Whole heart; | r-crq vbz av-j dt j n1, vmb vvi p-acp d n2, cc-acp vmb vhi dt j-jn n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1168 | Page 308 |
7196 | and they that do not, shall be destroyed for spiritual Whoredom, Psal. 73. 27. He should dishonour Christ else, to sell him so cheap. | and they that do not, shall be destroyed for spiritual Whoredom, Psalm 73. 27. He should dishonour christ Else, to fell him so cheap. | cc pns32 cst vdb xx, vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vmd vvi np1 av, pc-acp vvi pno31 av j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1168 | Page 308 |
7197 | 2. In regard of the excellency of Christ: | 2. In regard of the excellency of christ: | crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1169 | Page 308 |
7198 | The Lord draws the soul by the revelation of him, Rom. 1. 16, 17. Isa. 55. 3, 4. Now look as men in this world, | The Lord draws the soul by the Revelation of him, Rom. 1. 16, 17. Isaiah 55. 3, 4. Now look as men in this world, | dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd av vvb p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1169 | Page 308 |
7199 | when they see a seeming good, their whole soul is over-powered to be drawn after it. | when they see a seeming good, their Whole soul is overpowered to be drawn After it. | c-crq pns32 vvb dt j-vvg j, po32 j-jn n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1169 | Page 308 |
7200 | So here, when such an Object is seen, especially the Soul having been at his Sepulcher weeping, | So Here, when such an Object is seen, especially the Soul having been At his Sepulcher weeping, | av av, c-crq d dt n1 vbz vvn, av-j dt n1 vhg vbn p-acp po31 n1 vvg, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1169 | Page 308 |
7201 | as Iron never stirs till the Loadstone comes, and then it makes to that only, not to things toucht with it: | as Iron never stirs till the Loadstone comes, and then it makes to that only, not to things touched with it: | c-acp n1 av-x vvz p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc av pn31 vvz p-acp d av-j, xx p-acp n2 vvn p-acp pn31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1169 | Page 308 |
7202 | For as we love him because he loved us first, so Christ loving the soul with all his heart, | For as we love him Because he loved us First, so christ loving the soul with all his heart, | c-acp c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vvd pno12 ord, av np1 vvg dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1169 | Page 308 |
7203 | and his whole heart set upon him, the whole soul is • contra set on Christ. | and his Whole heart Set upon him, the Whole soul is • contra Set on christ. | cc po31 j-jn n1 vvn p-acp pno31, dt j-jn n1 vbz • fw-la vvb p-acp np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1169 | Page 308 |
7204 | 3. In regard else a man can receive nothing from the Lord, Ier. 29. 12, 13. As 'tis with Conduit-Pipes, let them be laid, | 3. In regard Else a man can receive nothing from the Lord, Jeremiah 29. 12, 13. As it's with Conduit-Pipes, let them be laid, | crd p-acp n1 av dt n1 vmb vvi pix p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, vvb pno32 vbi vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1170 | Page 308 |
7205 | but not reach the Conduit head, no water can come to that Family; so here: | but not reach the Conduit head, no water can come to that Family; so Here: | cc-acp xx vvi dt n1 n1, dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; av av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1170 | Page 308 |
7206 | And this is the reason why men live, and pray, and receive nothing, their hearts reach not hither: | And this is the reason why men live, and pray, and receive nothing, their hearts reach not hither: | cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq n2 vvb, cc vvb, cc vvb pix, po32 n2 vvb xx av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1170 | Page 308 |
7207 | Mens hearts reach but half way to Christ: Tell me else, did you ever not receive? | Men's hearts reach but half Way to christ: Tell me Else, did you ever not receive? | ng2 n2 vvb p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp np1: vvb pno11 av, vdd pn22 av xx vvb? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1170 | Page 308 |
7208 | 4. Because else 'tis indeed no coming to him, but a leaning on him or toward him. | 4. Because Else it's indeed no coming to him, but a leaning on him or towards him. | crd p-acp av pn31|vbz av dx n-vvg p-acp pno31, cc-acp dt vvg p-acp pno31 cc p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1171 | Page 308 |
7209 | So as 'tis with trees, if not cut off quite, or not pulled up quite by the roots, they cannot be set in another Orchard, | So as it's with trees, if not Cut off quite, or not pulled up quite by the roots, they cannot be Set in Another Orchard, | av c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, cs xx vvn a-acp av, cc xx vvn a-acp av p-acp dt n2, pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1171 | Page 308 |
7210 | if the tree be left with never so little twigs in the ground, so here: | if the tree be left with never so little twigs in the ground, so Here: | cs dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp av-x av j n2 p-acp dt n1, av av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1171 | Page 308 |
7247 | 1. That if Adam had stood, he and all his posterity should have had that powe• and presence, | crd cst cs np1 vhd vvn, pns31 cc d po31 n1 vmd vhi vhn d n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1185 | Page 209 | |
7211 | Nay the Lord accounts this worse than if a man had not come at all, Ier. 3. 10. The Lord abhors a double heart, that Iudas - like forsakes all for the Lord, | Nay the Lord accounts this Worse than if a man had not come At all, Jeremiah 3. 10. The Lord abhors a double heart, that Iudas - like forsakes all for the Lord, | uh-x dt n1 vvz d jc cs cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn p-acp d, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz dt j-jn n1, cst np1 - zz vvz d p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1171 | Page 308 |
7212 | but then loves the Lord and the Bag too. You are not the Lords. | but then loves the Lord and the Bag too. You Are not the lords. | cc-acp av vvz dt n1 cc dt n1 av. pn22 vbr xx dt n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1171 | Page 308 |
7213 | As it was with that man that quarrelled about the tree, it leaned over the Pales, | As it was with that man that quarreled about the tree, it leaned over the Pales, | p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp d n1 cst vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvd p-acp dt n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1171 | Page 308 |
7214 | but the root being found to be there, his it was: So though he lean on Christ, he is none of his. | but the root being found to be there, his it was: So though he lean on christ, he is none of his. | cc-acp dt n1 vbg vvn pc-acp vbi a-acp, po31 pn31 vbds: av cs pns31 vvb p-acp np1, pns31 vbz pi pp-f png31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1171 | Page 308 |
7215 | But do all Saints come to this measure? |
But do all Saints come to this measure? Ponder these grounds Else. Object. But Are not our hearts partly carnal, and so close with the Creature? Answer True, but yet, | p-acp vdi d n2 vvb p-acp d n1? vvi d n2 av. n1. cc-acp vbr xx po12 n2 av j, cc av av-j p-acp dt n1? np1 j, cc-acp av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1172 | Page 308 |
7216 | 1. So far as 'tis carnal 'tis lamented heavily; | 1. So Far as it's carnal it's lamented heavily; | crd av av-j c-acp pn31|vbz j pn31|vbz vvn av-j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1176 | Page 308 |
7217 | so that they grow not there, but are dying, withering dayly, Ier. 31. 18, 19. When a mans affections grow out of the world, | so that they grow not there, but Are dying, withering daily, Jeremiah 31. 18, 19. When a men affections grow out of the world, | av cst pns32 vvb xx a-acp, cc-acp vbr vvg, vvg av-j, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt ng1 n2 vvb av pp-f dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1176 | Page 308 |
7218 | and there is no fear nor sorrow, in this respect now, no Christ is there. 2. The Bent and Byas of the Soul carries the whole Soul hither. | and there is no Fear nor sorrow, in this respect now, no christ is there. 2. The Bent and Bias of the Soul carries the Whole Soul hither. | cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1, p-acp d n1 av, av-dx np1 vbz a-acp. crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt j-jn n1 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1176 | Page 308 |
7219 | For I would not judge of this so much by sudden pa•gs, as by an inward bent; | For I would not judge of this so much by sudden pa•gs, as by an inward bent; | p-acp pns11 vmd xx vvi pp-f d av av-d p-acp j n2, c-acp p-acp dt j n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1177 | Page 308 |
7220 | for the whole Soul in affectionate expressions and actions may be carried unto Christ, but being without this bent and change of affections, it's unsound. | for the Whole Soul in affectionate expressions and actions may be carried unto christ, but being without this bent and change of affections, it's unsound. | p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp vbg p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, pn31|vbz j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1177 | Page 308 |
7221 | As in Gideon, they would on a hurry make him King: He would not: He knew it was a sudden pang which would die. | As in gideon, they would on a hurry make him King: He would not: He knew it was a sudden pang which would die. | p-acp p-acp np1, pns32 vmd p-acp dt n1 vvb pno31 n1: pns31 vmd xx: pns31 vvd pn31 vbds dt j n1 r-crq vmd vvi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1177 | Page 308 |
7222 | And the reason is, the true turn of the whole Soul is not by turning old affections upon another Object, | And the reason is, the true turn of the Whole Soul is not by turning old affections upon Another Object, | cc dt n1 vbz, dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vbz xx p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp j-jn n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1177 | Page 308 |
7223 | but changing them first by this bent, and so turning them. | but changing them First by this bent, and so turning them. | cc-acp vvg pno32 ord p-acp d n1, cc av vvg pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1177 | Page 308 |
7224 | For a carnal heart may have the first, as the same eye may see the Sun and a Dunghill, and the eye not changed; So here. | For a carnal heart may have the First, as the same eye may see the Sun and a Dunghill, and the eye not changed; So Here. | p-acp dt j n1 vmb vhi dt ord, c-acp dt d n1 vmb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1, cc dt n1 xx vvn; av av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1177 | Page 209 |
7225 | Now when the whole Soul is set here, it is never at rest till here. But may not Hypocrites come to this? |
Now when the Whole Soul is Set Here, it is never At rest till Here. But may not Hypocrites come to this? | av c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn av, pn31 vbz av-x p-acp n1 c-acp av. cc-acp vmb xx n2 vvn p-acp d? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1177 | Page 209 |
7226 | 1. Then they may be blessed, |
1. Then they may be blessed, Psalm 119. 2. 2. Then they shall never be cast off from christ, John 6. 37. 3. Then they may partake of that which the Lord only looks for. | crd cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd crd cs pns32 vmb av-x vbi vvn a-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd crd crd cs pns32 vmb vvi pp-f d r-crq dt n1 av-j vvz p-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1179 | Page 209 |
7227 | For why is the Lord angry? The heart is gone from him. | For why is the Lord angry? The heart is gone from him. | p-acp q-crq vbz dt n1 j? dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1181 | Page 209 |
7228 | Why is the Ministry ordained, but to win the whole heart to him? Iohn 3. 19, 20, 21. Oh therefore consider whether it hath been thus with you or no! If not, wo to you! Oh be very careful here! | Why is the Ministry ordained, but to win the Whole heart to him? John 3. 19, 20, 21. O Therefore Consider whither it hath been thus with you or no! If not, woe to you! O be very careful Here! | q-crq vbz dt n1 vvn, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno31? np1 crd crd, crd, crd uh av vvb cs pn31 vhz vbn av p-acp pn22 cc uh cs xx, n1 p-acp pn22! uh vbi av j av! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1181 | Page 209 |
7229 | 'Tis a thousand to one if some part of your heart be not fixt elsewhere. | It's a thousand to one if Some part of your heart be not fixed elsewhere. | pn31|vbz dt crd p-acp crd cs d n1 pp-f po22 n1 vbb xx vvn av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1181 | Page 209 |
7248 | and constant assi•tance of the Spirit of God, as that they should never have fallen, nor have been able to fall in respect of the assistance of the Spirit: | and constant assi•tance of the Spirit of God, as that they should never have fallen, nor have been able to fallen in respect of the assistance of the Spirit: | cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp cst pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn, ccx vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1185 | Page 209 |
7230 | If Christ were at Judgment, and should say, Come ye Blessed: How glad would ye be? Oh he saith now, Come and take my self ▪ SECT. IV. IV. Fulness of the Spirit it self, in the room of Satan. | If christ were At Judgement, and should say, Come you Blessed: How glad would you be? O he Says now, Come and take my self ▪ SECT. IV. IV. Fullness of the Spirit it self, in the room of Satan. | cs np1 vbdr p-acp n1, cc vmd vvi, vvb pn22 vvn: c-crq j vmd pn22 vbi? uh pns31 vvz av, vvb cc vvi po11 n1 ▪ n1. np1 np1 n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1181 | Page 209 |
7231 | I Shall not speak here either concerning that fulness of the Spirit in extraordinary gifts, spoken of frequently in the Acts; nor yet of that Fulness of the Spirit which some Christians that the Lord sets apart to do and suffer more for him, shall receive more than others. | I Shall not speak Here either Concerning that fullness of the Spirit in extraordinary Gifts, spoken of frequently in the Acts; nor yet of that Fullness of the Spirit which Some Christians that the Lord sets apart to do and suffer more for him, shall receive more than Others. | pns11 vmb xx vvi av av-d vvg d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2, vvn pp-f av-j p-acp dt n2; ccx av pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq d np1 cst dt n1 vvz av pc-acp vdi cc vvi av-dc p-acp pno31, vmb vvi av-dc cs n2-jn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7232 | For Iohn 14. 17. the Disciples had the Spirit, and yet Christ promiseth to send them the Spirit. | For John 14. 17. the Disciples had the Spirit, and yet christ promises to send them the Spirit. | p-acp np1 crd crd dt n2 vhd dt n1, cc av np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7233 | And Stephen was a man full of Faith and the Holy Ghost, Acts 6. 8. And Barnabas Acts 11. 14. was a good man full of Faith and the Holy Ghost. | And Stephen was a man full of Faith and the Holy Ghost, Acts 6. 8. And Barnabas Acts 11. 14. was a good man full of Faith and the Holy Ghost. | np1 np1 vbds dt n1 j pp-f n1 cc dt j n1, n2 crd crd np1 np1 n2 crd crd vbds dt j n1 j pp-f n1 cc dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7234 | But I shall speak of that Spirit which is in every Believer, without which we are not Christs; | But I shall speak of that Spirit which is in every Believer, without which we Are not Christ; | cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr xx npg1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7235 | Rom. 8. 9. And this is that Spirit which is opposite to the evil Spirit, the Prince of darkness, which possesseth with craft and power all the souls of the sons of men, who doth not only encamp about men, 1 Pet. 5. 7, 8. Nor only work within them, Eph. 1. 2, 3. but he inhabiteth and dwelleth in men. | Rom. 8. 9. And this is that Spirit which is opposite to the evil Spirit, the Prince of darkness, which Possesses with craft and power all the Souls of the Sons of men, who does not only encamp about men, 1 Pet. 5. 7, 8. Nor only work within them, Ephesians 1. 2, 3. but he Inhabiteth and dwells in men. | np1 crd crd cc d vbz d n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp n2, crd np1 crd crd, crd ccx j vvb p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7236 | He doth not only take men captive, 2 Tim. 2. 26. but he dwells in and possesseth the souls of his Captives, Luke 11. 21. And though he doth depart for a time, | He does not only take men captive, 2 Tim. 2. 26. but he dwells in and Possesses the Souls of his Captives, Lycia 11. 21. And though he does depart for a time, | pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi n2 j-jn, crd np1 crd crd p-acp pns31 vvz p-acp cc vvz dt n2 pp-f po31 n2-jn, av crd crd cc cs pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7237 | yet, v. 26. They return and dwell there. | yet, v. 26. They return and dwell there. | av, n1 crd pns32 vvb cc vvi a-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7238 | Now in the room of this, come• Gods Spirit, who v. 22. is said to be stronger than Satan, which cannot be meant but of Christs Spirit: | Now in the room of this, come• God's Spirit, who v. 22. is said to be Stronger than Satan, which cannot be meant but of Christ Spirit: | av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, n1 npg1 n1, r-crq n1 crd vbz vvn pc-acp vbi jc cs np1, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn cc-acp pp-f npg1 n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7239 | That as 'tis with a man whose heart is turned from the Lord, he is not left only to be carried by the power of his sin, | That as it's with a man whose heart is turned from the Lord, he is not left only to be carried by the power of his since, | cst c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz xx vvn av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7240 | but by the power of Satan also. | but by the power of Satan also. | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7241 | So when the whole soul is turned unto him, the Lord leaves not the soul to be carried along by the power of his own Grace or Faith, | So when the Whole soul is turned unto him, the Lord leaves not the soul to be carried along by the power of his own Grace or Faith, | av c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, dt n1 vvz xx dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7242 | but the Spirit it self fills and acts that soul. | but the Spirit it self fills and acts that soul. | cc-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz cc n2 cst n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7243 | And as the soul was carried by the mighty power of Satan before, 'tis now carried by the Almighty power of the Spirit it self, | And as the soul was carried by the mighty power of Satan before, it's now carried by the Almighty power of the Spirit it self, | cc c-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, pn31|vbz av vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7244 | Hence 1 Pet. 1. 5. Kept by the mighty power of God through Faith. | Hence 1 Pet. 1. 5. Kept by the mighty power of God through Faith. | av crd np1 crd crd vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7245 | And hence Acts 26. 18. Turned from the power of Satan, not to duties, but to God himself, i. e. the Spirit of God, | And hence Acts 26. 18. Turned from the power of Satan, not to duties, but to God himself, i. e. the Spirit of God, | cc av n2 crd crd vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, xx p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp np1 px31, sy. sy. dt n1 pp-f np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7246 | and so to close with him. What is this Spirit which the Saints have? |
and so to close with him. What is this Spirit which the Saints have? I shall express my self in these three Conclusions. | cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. q-crq vbz d n1 r-crq dt n2 vhb? pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp d crd n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1182 | Page 209 |
7270 | though the soul offers to run from the Lord, yet this Spirit follows him; | though the soul offers to run from the Lord, yet this Spirit follows him; | cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, av d n1 vvz pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7249 | He should have been green all the year long, his Blossom should not have been blasted, his fruit should never have withered. | He should have been green all the year long, his Blossom should not have been blasted, his fruit should never have withered. | pns31 vmd vhi vbn j-jn d dt n1 av-j, po31 n1 vmd xx vhi vbn vvn, po31 n1 vmd av-x vhi vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1185 | Page 209 |
7250 | And the ground is the Rule of Justice; | And the ground is the Rule of justice; | cc dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1185 | Page 209 |
7251 | for if he falling, all his posterity are forsaken of God, and under the reign of sin, | for if he falling, all his posterity Are forsaken of God, and under the Reign of since, | c-acp cs pns31 vvg, d po31 n1 vbr vvn pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1185 | Page 209 |
7252 | and death and Satan, Rom. 5. 18, 21. Then he standing, all his posterity should have had the everlasting presence of God, | and death and Satan, Rom. 5. 18, 21. Then he standing, all his posterity should have had the everlasting presence of God, | cc n1 cc np1, np1 crd crd, crd cs pns31 vvg, d po31 n1 vmd vhi vhn dt j n1 pp-f np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1185 | Page 209 |
7253 | and should have bin under the reign of the Spirit of Grace & life. Thus also the Covenant ran, do and live. | and should have been under the Reign of the Spirit of Grace & life. Thus also the Covenant ran, do and live. | cc vmd vhi vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. av av dt n1 vvd, vdb cc vvi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1185 | Page 209 |
7254 | 2. That the Lord Jesus the second Adam standing and rising in the room of |
2. That the Lord jesus the second Adam standing and rising in the room of all his people, | crd cst dt n1 np1 dt ord np1 vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7255 | hence he doth convey and prop•gate to all his posterity the immutable and constant assistance and presence of his Spirit, whereby being once begotten of him, | hence he does convey and prop•gate to all his posterity the immutable and constant assistance and presence of his Spirit, whereby being once begotten of him, | av pns31 vdz vvi cc vvi p-acp d po31 n1 dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq vbg a-acp vvn pp-f pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7256 | & called to him, they never afterward depart from him. | & called to him, they never afterwards depart from him. | cc vvn p-acp pno31, pns32 av-x av vvi p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7257 | And though weak in themselves, yet assisted by this Spirit, do not, cannot depart wickedly again. | And though weak in themselves, yet assisted by this Spirit, do not, cannot depart wickedly again. | cc cs j p-acp px32, av vvn p-acp d n1, vdb xx, vmbx vvi av-j av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7258 | The Lord Jesus having stood, they cannot fall, because by vertue of his standing they have this presence of the Holy Ghost, Iohn 14. 19. Because I live; you shall live also. | The Lord jesus having stood, they cannot fallen, Because by virtue of his standing they have this presence of the Holy Ghost, John 14. 19. Because I live; you shall live also. | dt n1 np1 vhg vvn, pns32 vmbx vvi, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg pns32 vhb d n1 pp-f dt j n1, np1 crd crd c-acp pns11 vvb; pn22 vmb vvi av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7259 | John 6. 57. As the living Father sent me, and I live by him, &c. Christ standing next to the Father, lives by him; | John 6. 57. As the living Father sent me, and I live by him, etc. christ standing next to the Father, lives by him; | np1 crd crd p-acp dt j-vvg n1 vvd pno11, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno31, av np1 vvg ord p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7260 | we standing next to Christ, live as infallibly by him. And I say the ground is Christs standing. | we standing next to christ, live as infallibly by him. And I say the ground is Christ standing. | pns12 vvg ord p-acp np1, vvb a-acp av-j p-acp pno31. cc pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz npg1 n-vvg. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7261 | For though there be many reasons why the Saints can never fall from Christ, as the Spirit of Grace, Covenant of Grace, Intercession of Christ, | For though there be many Reasons why the Saints can never fallen from christ, as the Spirit of Grace, Covenant of Grace, Intercession of christ, | p-acp cs pc-acp vbb d n2 c-crq dt n2 vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7262 | yet the main ground is Christs standing without the least fall from the fulfilling of the first Covenant, which we having the first moment of believing kept in Christ, | yet the main ground is Christ standing without the least fallen from the fulfilling of the First Covenant, which we having the First moment of believing kept in christ, | av dt j n1 vbz npg1 n-vvg p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt ord n1, r-crq pns12 vhg dt ord n1 pp-f vvg vvd p-acp np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7263 | hence the Spirit is given, and the Covenant of Grace, of strength. | hence the Spirit is given, and the Covenant of Grace, of strength. | av dt n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7264 | And hence Rom. 5. 21. & v. 17, 18. And hence the Spirit is said to dwell in Believers, Rom. 8. 11. And we are the Temples of the Spirit, | And hence Rom. 5. 21. & v. 17, 18. And hence the Spirit is said to dwell in Believers, Rom. 8. 11. And we Are the Temples of the Spirit, | cc av np1 crd crd cc n1 crd, crd cc av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, np1 crd crd cc pns12 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7265 | whether he dwell in them in his person personally, the well is here deep, but he dwells in the• so as he never ceaseth assisting of them, | whither he dwell in them in his person personally, the well is Here deep, but he dwells in the• so as he never ceases assisting of them, | cs pns31 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1 av-j, dt av vbz av j-jn, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 av c-acp pns31 av-x vvz vvg pp-f pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7266 | so that they cannot depart from the Lord again; hence Isa. 59. 21. My Spirit shall not depart from thy Seed. | so that they cannot depart from the Lord again; hence Isaiah 59. 21. My Spirit shall not depart from thy Seed. | av cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 av; av np1 crd crd po11 n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp po21 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7267 | Iohn 14. 'Tis called the Spirit that abides for ever. It knits the soul to the Lord, and keeps it so for ever: | John 14. It's called the Spirit that abides for ever. It knits the soul to the Lord, and keeps it so for ever: | np1 crd pn31|vbz vvn dt n1 cst vvz p-acp av. pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pn31 av p-acp av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7268 | Never suffers that love-knot to be untied again. | Never suffers that love-knot to be untied again. | av-x vvz d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7269 | When the soul is weak, the Spirit helps him, when careless of it self, the Spirit keeps him, | When the soul is weak, the Spirit helps him, when careless of it self, the Spirit keeps him, | c-crq dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 vvz pno31, c-crq j pp-f pn31 n1, dt n1 vvz pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7271 | though he grieves the Spirit, yet this Spirit still keeps his own house, will not depart from him; | though he grieves the Spirit, yet this Spirit still keeps his own house, will not depart from him; | cs pns31 vvz dt n1, av d n1 av vvz po31 d n1, vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7272 | and so not suffer the soul to depart from the Lord. | and so not suffer the soul to depart from the Lord. | cc av xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7273 | And this is the reason why the Saints never fall from the Lord, though they have weak Grace, poor beginnings, many sins, | And this is the reason why the Saints never fallen from the Lord, though they have weak Grace, poor beginnings, many Sins, | cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n2 av-x vvb p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vhb j n1, j n2, d n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7274 | and Adam stood no•, though with the perfect Image of God upon him, because he had not this Spirit yet given; | and Adam stood no•, though with the perfect Image of God upon him, Because he had not this Spirit yet given; | cc np1 vvd n1, cs p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vhd xx d n1 av vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7275 | though he had the Spirit of God, yet not this Spirit, which some call the Spirit of Adoption given to him, | though he had the Spirit of God, yet not this Spirit, which Some call the Spirit of Adoption given to him, | cs pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1, av xx d n1, r-crq d vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7276 | because he had not fulfilled the first Covenant, which we in Christ have, which is not only the ground of our never falling, | Because he had not fulfilled the First Covenant, which we in christ have, which is not only the ground of our never falling, | c-acp pns31 vhd xx vvn dt ord n1, r-crq pns12 p-acp np1 vhb, r-crq vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 av vvg, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7277 | but of assurance we shall never fall. For what breaks a mans peace after Faith? Apparition of sin in the Conscience: | but of assurance we shall never fallen. For what breaks a men peace After Faith? Apparition of since in the Conscience: | cc-acp pp-f n1 pns12 vmb av-x vvi. p-acp r-crq vvz dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1? n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7278 | What makes that terrible? The Law. | What makes that terrible? The Law. | q-crq vvz d j? dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7279 | Now when I see in Christ, I have kept all things in the Law, not only the cry and accusations of the Law and •in are stilled, | Now when I see in christ, I have kept all things in the Law, not only the cry and accusations of the Law and •in Are stilled, | av c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn d n2 p-acp dt n1, xx av-j dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vbr vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7280 | but also there ariseth a holy boldness and confidence and joy, even before the face of an angry God, Eph. 3. 12. And as soul and body are ever knit, so here, &c. 3. This Spirit thus assisting, |
but also there arises a holy boldness and confidence and joy, even before the face of an angry God, Ephesians 3. 12. And as soul and body Are ever knit, so Here, etc. 3. This Spirit thus assisting, no unregenerate man ever hath. | cc-acp av a-acp vvz dt j n1 cc n1 cc n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, np1 crd crd cc c-acp n1 cc n1 vbr av vvn, av av, av crd d n1 av vvg, dx j n1 av vhz. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1186 | Page 210 |
7281 | I speak not now of keeping the soul from falling from Grace, but from Christ. | I speak not now of keeping the soul from falling from Grace, but from christ. | pns11 vvb xx av pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1187 | Page 210 |
7282 | 1. Because the Spirit of Satan fills them, he is the strong man that keeps the Palace, under whose Kingdom and power they are; | 1. Because the Spirit of Satan fills them, he is the strong man that keeps the Palace, under whose Kingdom and power they Are; | crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno32, pns31 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vbr; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1188 | Page 210 |
7283 | and therefore this Spirit which destroyes the Kingdom of Satan is not in them. | and Therefore this Spirit which Destroys the Kingdom of Satan is not in them. | cc av d n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1188 | Page 210 |
7284 | 2. Because this was a Pre•ogative that Adam had not, though he had great Gifts and Glory otherwise: | 2. Because this was a Pre•ogative that Adam had not, though he had great Gifts and Glory otherwise: | crd p-acp d vbds dt n1 cst np1 vhd xx, cs pns31 vhd j n2 cc n1 av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1189 | Page 210 |
7285 | So this is not the Gift which is given unto them. | So this is not the Gift which is given unto them. | av d vbz xx dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1189 | Page 210 |
7286 | 3. Because this ariseth, and therefore is given because Christ stood, and therefore those he never stood for, rose for, suffered for, never have it. | 3. Because this arises, and Therefore is given Because christ stood, and Therefore those he never stood for, rose for, suffered for, never have it. | crd p-acp d vvz, cc av vbz vvn p-acp np1 vvd, cc av d pns31 av vvd p-acp, vvd p-acp, vvd p-acp, av-x vhb pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1190 | Page 210 |
7287 | 4. Therefore we shall see in experience, take the best Professors living, though they may come, | 4. Therefore we shall see in experience, take the best Professors living, though they may come, | crd av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1, vvb dt js n2 vvg, cs pns32 vmb vvi, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1191 | Page 210 |
7288 | as they and others judged, to the Lord, and follow the Lord, yet they will in time depart, somtime outwardly, Iohn 6. 64. There be some of you that believe not. | as they and Others judged, to the Lord, and follow the Lord, yet they will in time depart, sometime outwardly, John 6. 64. There be Some of you that believe not. | c-acp pns32 cc n2-jn vvn, p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, av pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvi, av av-j, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbi d pp-f pn22 cst vvb xx. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1191 | Page 210 |
7289 | See them, v. 66. And why did th•y depart? It was not given them of the Fa•her. | See them, v. 66. And why did th•y depart? It was not given them of the Fa•her. | vvb pno32, n1 crd cc q-crq vdd av-j vvi? pn31 vbds xx vvn pno32 pp-f dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1191 | Page 210 |
7290 | The Spirit never was given effectually to draw them, nor yet to keep them. I• not outwardly, at le••t inwardly; | The Spirit never was given effectually to draw them, nor yet to keep them. I• not outwardly, At le••t inwardly; | dt n1 av-x vbds vvn av-j pc-acp vvi pno32, ccx av pc-acp vvi pno32. np1 xx av-j, p-acp av av-j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1191 | Page 210 |
7291 | and hence Hypocrites though they have marvellous affections unto Christ, and so have spoke of him and commended him, | and hence Hypocrites though they have marvellous affections unto christ, and so have spoke of him and commended him, | cc av n2 cs pns32 vhb j n2 p-acp np1, cc av vhb vvn pp-f pno31 cc vvd pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1192 | Page 211 |
7294 | and hence they slight and loath him, and mourn not for it, and so are so far from being kept close unto Christ, | and hence they slight and loath him, and mourn not for it, and so Are so Far from being kept close unto christ, | cc av pns32 j cc vvi pno31, cc vvb xx p-acp pn31, cc av vbr av av-j p-acp vbg vvn av-j p-acp np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1192 | Page 211 |
7295 | as that they are nearer the unpardonable 〈 ◊ 〉 then him. | as that they Are nearer the unpardonable 〈 ◊ 〉 then him. | c-acp cst pns32 vbr jc dt j 〈 sy 〉 cs pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1192 | Page 211 |
7296 | But all they have is like Io•ahs gourd, which suddenly riseth, but there is a Worm at the root, that pulls it down again: | But all they have is like Io•ahs gourd, which suddenly Riseth, but there is a Worm At the root, that pulls it down again: | p-acp d pns32 vhb vbz av-j npg1 n1, r-crq av-j vvz, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvz pn31 a-acp av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1192 | Page 211 |
7297 | And so their love dies to Ministers that Christ sent; and to his Truth and Ordinances. | And so their love die to Ministers that christ sent; and to his Truth and Ordinances. | cc av po32 n1 vvz p-acp n2 cst np1 vvd; cc p-acp po31 n1 cc n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1192 | Page 211 |
7298 | But if the Spirit doth thus, |
But if the Spirit does thus, Who then shall be saved? for who is there that departs not? | cc-acp cs dt n1 vdz av, r-crq av vmb vbi vvn? p-acp r-crq vbz a-acp cst vvz xx? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1193 | Page 211 |
7299 | When I say the Spirit doth so assist the faithful, |
When I say the Spirit does so assist the faithful, as that they never depart: | c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 vdz av vvi dt j, c-acp cst pns32 av-x vvi: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7300 | The meaning is not, as though the soul should now never fall into any more sin or unbelief, | The meaning is not, as though the soul should now never fallen into any more since or unbelief, | dt n1 vbz xx, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd av av-x vvi p-acp d dc n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7301 | for what do the Saints more complain of then their backslidings, Isa. 63. 17. Heb. 12. 1. Saints hearts are no sooner raised up, | for what do the Saints more complain of then their backslidings, Isaiah 63. 17. Hebrew 12. 1. Saints hearts Are no sooner raised up, | p-acp r-crq vdb dt n2 av-dc vvi pp-f av po32 n2, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd ng1 n2 vbr dx av-c vvn a-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7302 | but their weights grow heavy and press them down; no sooner do they walk in the way, but they begin to fall off: | but their weights grow heavy and press them down; no sooner do they walk in the Way, but they begin to fallen off: | cc-acp po32 n2 vvb j cc vvb pno32 a-acp; av-dx av-c vdb pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7303 | But when I say so, I say three things. 1. Their whole heart never departs. 2. They do not depart for ever. 3. Though they do depart from the Lord, | But when I say so, I say three things. 1. Their Whole heart never departs. 2. They do not depart for ever. 3. Though they do depart from the Lord, | cc-acp c-crq pns11 vvb av, pns11 vvb crd n2. crd po32 j-jn n1 av-x vvz. crd pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp av. crd cs pns32 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7304 | yet the Spirit doth not depart from them; | yet the Spirit does not depart from them; | av dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7305 | as it is in common reason, the same thing may go either in a straight or crooked line to the same point. | as it is in Common reason, the same thing may go either in a straight or crooked line to the same point. | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j n1, dt d n1 vmb vvi d p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt d n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7306 | As a River may run in a straight or crooked line to the Sea. So the Saints, their springs (their hearts) being set a running after the Lord, | As a River may run in a straight or crooked line to the Sea. So the Saints, their springs (their hearts) being Set a running After the Lord, | p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 dt n2, po32 n2 (po32 n2) vbg vvn dt vvg p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7307 | though they do not follow him in a straight line, so as never to depart to the right hand or left; | though they do not follow him in a straight line, so as never to depart to the right hand or left; | cs pns32 vdb xx vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, av c-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7308 | yet they are so kept by the Spirit that they are continually making after him, cleaving to him; | yet they Are so kept by the Spirit that they Are continually making After him, cleaving to him; | av pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vbr av-j vvg p-acp pno31, vvg p-acp pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7309 | though with many crooked windings of their hearts, this way and that way from the Lord. | though with many crooked windings of their hearts, this Way and that Way from the Lord. | cs p-acp d j n2-vvg pp-f po32 n2, d n1 cc d n1 p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7310 | And therefore as it is in a wheel, it stands bent for such an end, | And Therefore as it is in a wheel, it Stands bent for such an end, | cc av c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz vvn p-acp d dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7311 | yet •uns at one side, but is turned by the skill of him that guides it into the way again, | yet •uns At one side, but is turned by the skill of him that guides it into the Way again, | av vvz p-acp crd n1, cc-acp vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7312 | and so let it run the m•n is with it: So 'tis here. And because somthing is like this in Hypoc•ites, I shall endeavour to cut the thread. I. | and so let it run the m•n is with it: So it's Here. And Because something is like this in Hypoc•ites, I shall endeavour to Cut the thread. I. | cc av vvb pn31 vvi dt n1 vbz p-acp pn31: av pn31|vbz av. cc c-acp pi vbz av-j d p-acp n2, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1. pns11. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1194 | Page 211 |
7313 | Their whole hearts never do nor can depart from the Lord, all th•ir sins and departings are against their new nature, which the Lord hath given them. | Their Whole hearts never do nor can depart from the Lord, all th•ir Sins and departings Are against their new nature, which the Lord hath given them. | po32 j-jn n2 av-x vdb ccx vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, d j n2 cc n2-vvg vbr p-acp po32 j n1, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7314 | Its against the grain, which as it agravates their sin ▪ so it shews the difference between their sins and the sins of other men; | Its against the grain, which as it aggravates their since ▪ so it shows the difference between their Sins and the Sins of other men; | pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, r-crq c-acp pn31 vvz po32 n1 ▪ av pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7315 | they may be drawn aside, but its against their wills, or if so, yet against the bent of their hearts, which is set toward the Lord, | they may be drawn aside, but its against their wills, or if so, yet against the bent of their hearts, which is Set towards the Lord, | pns32 vmb vbi vvn av, cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp po32 n2, cc cs av, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7316 | and Sion-ward ▪ they may be carried captive against their wills, as Paul complained he was, | and Zion-ward ▪ they may be carried captive against their wills, as Paul complained he was, | cc n1 ▪ pns32 vmb vbi vvn j-jn p-acp po32 n2, c-acp np1 vvd pns31 vbds, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7317 | and made his moan to heaven of it; | and made his moan to heaven of it; | cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7318 | or if with their wills, yet it is against the active bent of their wills, which inclines them another way, 1 Iohn 3. 9. They cannot sin, because the seed remains in them; | or if with their wills, yet it is against the active bent of their wills, which inclines them Another Way, 1 John 3. 9. They cannot sin, Because the seed remains in them; | cc cs p-acp po32 n2, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vvz pno32 j-jn n1, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vmbx vvi, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7319 | so that they cannot sin with their whole hearts, nor depart from Christ with their whole hearts: | so that they cannot sin with their Whole hearts, nor depart from christ with their Whole hearts: | av cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp po32 j-jn n2, ccx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po32 j-jn n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7320 | As it is with a Woman, though her Husband hath her whole heart, yet there is much we•kness and sin mixt with this love; | As it is with a Woman, though her Husband hath her Whole heart, yet there is much we•kness and since mixed with this love; | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs po31 n1 vhz po31 j-jn n1, av pc-acp vbz d n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp d n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7321 | So that whatever unkindness she shew•, it is not with her whole heart, but against it, | So that whatever unkindness she shew•, it is not with her Whole heart, but against it, | av cst r-crq n1 pns31 n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cc-acp p-acp pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7322 | and hence she is no• cast off: So much more here. | and hence she is no• cast off: So much more Here. | cc av pns31 vbz n1 vvn a-acp: av av-d av-dc av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7323 | Or as it is with the unregenerate man possessed by Satan, though he may forsake many sinful courses, take up many duties, despise the World, | Or as it is with the unregenerate man possessed by Satan, though he may forsake many sinful courses, take up many duties, despise the World, | cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp np1, cs pns31 vmb vvi d j n2, vvb a-acp d n2, vvb dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7324 | yet it is not with his whole heart: | yet it is not with his Whole heart: | av pn31 vbz xx p-acp po31 j-jn n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7325 | And hence he is pulled back like a Bird by the leg, Satan having an end of his heart, | And hence he is pulled back like a Bird by the leg, Satan having an end of his heart, | cc av pns31 vbz vvn av av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 vhg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7326 | and he that is unholy and un•le• will be so still. | and he that is unholy and un•le• will be so still. | cc pns31 cst vbz j cc n1 vmb vbi av av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7327 | So • contra: As 'tis with a stone, cast it up its against the 〈 ◊ 〉 of it, | So • contra: As it's with a stone, cast it up its against the 〈 ◊ 〉 of it, | np1 • fw-la: c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, vvb pn31 a-acp vbz p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 pp-f pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7328 | because the nature of it is to rest in the Center, and hence it comes down again. | Because the nature of it is to rest in the Centre, and hence it comes down again. | c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av pn31 vvz a-acp av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7329 | It is not by internal bent, but by external vis or force: | It is not by internal bent, but by external vis or force: | pn31 vbz xx p-acp j n1, cc-acp p-acp j fw-fr cc n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7330 | So sin and Sa••n being cast out, though they work in the soul, yet they are external Agents, (it is not I, | So since and Sa••n being cast out, though they work in the soul, yet they Are external Agents, (it is not I, | av n1 cc n1 vbg vvn av, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vbr j n2, (pn31 vbz xx pns11, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7331 | but sin) and hence it is against the bent. | but since) and hence it is against the bent. | cc-acp n1) cc av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7332 | The whole soul therefore never departs from the Lord Jesus, but the Spirit keeps it there. | The Whole soul Therefore never departs from the Lord jesus, but the Spirit keeps it there. | dt j-jn n1 av av-x vvz p-acp dt n1 np1, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7333 | As 'tis in the body of a 〈 ◊ 〉, he grows sick and inclines toward a dissolution or consumption, | As it's in the body of a 〈 ◊ 〉, he grows sick and inclines towards a dissolution or consumption, | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt 〈 sy 〉, pns31 vvz j cc vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 211 |
7334 | and operations are hindred, and little delight in any thing, yet the soul and body are not yet parted wholly hereupon, | and operations Are hindered, and little delight in any thing, yet the soul and body Are not yet parted wholly hereupon, | cc n2 vbr vvn, cc j n1 p-acp d n1, av dt n1 cc n1 vbr xx av vvn av-jn av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7335 | for even then they are kept close ▪ So though the heart may depart and incline towards consumption and death, | for even then they Are kept close ▪ So though the heart may depart and incline towards consumption and death, | c-acp av av pns32 vbr vvn av-j ▪ av cs dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7336 | and little can the soul do but lie still and grieve, yet the union between the Spirit and the •oul once made, is never broken. | and little can the soul do but lie still and grieve, yet the Union between the Spirit and the •oul once made, is never broken. | cc av-j vmb dt n1 vdb p-acp vvi av cc vvi, av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 a-acp vvd, vbz av-x vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7337 | For as the whole soul departed and made dis-union, so the whole soul returning makes the union. | For as the Whole soul departed and made disunion, so the Whole soul returning makes the Union. | p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvd cc vvd n1, av dt j-jn n1 vvg vvz dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7338 | And hence if ever after the whole soul should depart, the union should be broken; and hence look on a Christian when he is himself, he cannot stir, nor depart; | And hence if ever After the Whole soul should depart, the Union should be broken; and hence look on a Christian when he is himself, he cannot stir, nor depart; | cc av cs av p-acp dt j-jn n1 vmd vvi, dt n1 vmd vbi vvn; cc av vvb p-acp dt np1 c-crq pns31 vbz px31, pns31 vmbx vvi, ccx vvi; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7339 | partly by a spirit of fear, Ier. 32. 40. Like a man in a Ship, he cannot cast himself into Sea, it makes him tremble to think, what if I should fall in, | partly by a Spirit of Fear, Jeremiah 32. 40. Like a man in a Ship, he cannot cast himself into Sea, it makes him tremble to think, what if I should fallen in, | av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmbx vvi px31 p-acp n1, pn31 vvz pno31 vvi pc-acp vvi, r-crq cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7340 | and hence keeps close in the Ship, what-ever ••orms come, what-ever calms come, for he sees death before him. | and hence keeps close in the Ship, whatever ••orms come, whatever calms come, for he sees death before him. | cc av vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, j n2 vvb, j n2-jn vvb, c-acp pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7341 | Oh the loss of Christ and his fellowship hereafter, nay here, is dreadful to him: | O the loss of christ and his fellowship hereafter, nay Here, is dreadful to him: | uh dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1 av, uh-x av, vbz j p-acp pno31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7342 | Partly by a Spirit of love, it constrains us, that when the heart sometime ca•es not for Christ, | Partly by a Spirit of love, it constrains us, that when the heart sometime ca•es not for christ, | av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz pno12, cst c-crq dt n1 av vvz xx p-acp np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7343 | yet the Spirit of love springs up: | yet the Spirit of love springs up: | av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz a-acp: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7344 | Shall I now leave him that pitied me, That brought me a Pardon, when my neck was on the block, &c. | Shall I now leave him that pitied me, That brought me a Pardon, when my neck was on the block, etc. | vmb pns11 av vvb pno31 cst vvd pno11, cst vvd pno11 dt n1, c-crq po11 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1, av | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1195 | Page 212 |
7345 | II. When he doth depart by reason of some evil in his heart, yet 'tis not ever, | II When he does depart by reason of Some evil in his heart, yet it's not ever, | crd c-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d n-jn p-acp po31 n1, av pn31|vbz xx av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7346 | but he must return •ooner or later to him again, it was best with him then. | but he must return •ooner or later to him again, it was best with him then. | cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi av-c cc jc p-acp pno31 av, pn31 vbds js p-acp pno31 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7347 | For look as 'tis with Satan, How doth he carry the heart from God? You shall see it in Iudas, John 13. He stands at the door and knocks by a sinful thought liked of, vers. 2. Then he enters the house by causing the will to resolve of it. | For look as it's with Satan, How does he carry the heart from God? You shall see it in Iudas, John 13. He Stands At the door and knocks by a sinful Thought liked of, vers. 2. Then he enters the house by causing the will to resolve of it. | p-acp n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp np1, q-crq vdz pns31 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1? pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp np1, np1 crd pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 vvd pp-f, fw-la. crd cs pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7348 | He doth not carry men like those Herds of •wine against their wills, but prevails with the Will to resolve thus, vers. 27. Hereupon Satan having a Commission carries him out, | He does not carry men like those Herds of •wine against their wills, but prevails with the Will to resolve thus, vers. 27. Hereupon Satan having a Commission carries him out, | pns31 vdz xx vvi n2 av-j d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av, fw-la. crd av np1 vhg dt n1 vvz pno31 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7349 | and he must needs go whom the Devil drives; | and he must needs go whom the devil drives; | cc pns31 vmb av vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7350 | so 'tis here, the Spirit in recalling the soul will have him come back. 1. P••s in secret sweet living thoughts again, | so it's Here, the Spirit in recalling the soul will have him come back. 1. P••s in secret sweet living thoughts again, | av pn31|vbz av, dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 vmb vhi pno31 vvb av. crd np1 p-acp n-jn j j-vvg n2 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7351 | and makes the soul consider and remember from whom 'tis fallen, or who the Lord is. 2. Then causeth the will to resolve of a return, | and makes the soul Consider and Remember from whom it's fallen, or who the Lord is. 2. Then Causes the will to resolve of a return, | cc vvz dt n1 vvb cc vvi p-acp ro-crq pn31|vbz vvn, cc r-crq dt n1 vbz. crd av vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7352 | and then he must go whom the Spirit draws, Psal. 63. 6. David remembers the Lord on his bed, though now driven from all Ordinances ▪ Hence vers. 7. Under thy shadow I will rejoyce ▪ Hence vers. 8. My soul followeth hard after thee, or, cleaves to thee. But David was weak and feeble, | and then he must go whom the Spirit draws, Psalm 63. 6. David remembers the Lord on his Bed, though now driven from all Ordinances ▪ Hence vers. 7. Under thy shadow I will rejoice ▪ Hence vers. 8. My soul follows hard After thee, or, cleaves to thee. But David was weak and feeble, | cc av pns31 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp av vvn p-acp d n2 ▪ av zz. crd p-acp po21 n1 pns11 vmb vvi ▪ av zz. crd po11 n1 vvz av-j p-acp pno21, cc, vvz p-acp pno21. p-acp np1 vbds j cc j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7353 | how came he to do this? Thy hand vers. 8. upholdeth me. Look as it was with Sampson, when his locks were cut, he was like other men, | how Come he to do this? Thy hand vers. 8. upholds me. Look as it was with Sampson, when his locks were Cut, he was like other men, | q-crq vvd pns31 pc-acp vdi d? po21 n1 fw-la. crd vvz pno11. vvb p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq po31 n2 vbdr vvn, pns31 vbds av-j j-jn n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7354 | and was made to grinde, but they grew again, and then he was like himself again: | and was made to grind, but they grew again, and then he was like himself again: | cc vbds vvn pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pns32 vvd av, cc av pns31 vbds av-j px31 av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7355 | So when the affections and hearts to Christ are cut, they are like other men for a time; | So when the affections and hearts to christ Are Cut, they Are like other men for a time; | av c-crq dt n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 vbr vvn, pns32 vbr av-j j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7356 | but they are continually coming and growing again, and then they are like themselves again. | but they Are continually coming and growing again, and then they Are like themselves again. | cc-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvg cc vvg av, cc av pns32 vbr av-j px32 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7357 | And I say they must return, for when the Spirit carries a man indeed, there is a necessity put upon him, Acts 4. 20. We cannot but spe•k the things we have heard; | And I say they must return, for when the Spirit carries a man indeed, there is a necessity put upon him, Acts 4. 20. We cannot but spe•k the things we have herd; | cc pns11 vvb pns32 vmb vvi, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 av, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, n2 crd crd pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi dt n2 pns12 vhb vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7358 | and 2 Cor. 13. 8. We can do nothing against, but for the truth. | and 2 Cor. 13. 8. We can do nothing against, but for the truth. | cc crd np1 crd crd pns12 vmb vdi pix p-acp, cc-acp p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7359 | For here we shall see the broad difference between a convicted Hypocrite that knows all is amiss with him and the Saints: | For Here we shall see the broad difference between a convicted Hypocrite that knows all is amiss with him and the Saints: | c-acp av pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cst vvz d vbz av p-acp pno31 cc dt n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7360 | He •ees his falls from the Lord, and is afraid in his Conscience of Misery if he doth not return, | He •ees his falls from the Lord, and is afraid in his Conscience of Misery if he does not return, | pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vbz j p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 cs pns31 vdz xx vvi, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7361 | and desires and endeavours for to do it; | and Desires and endeavours for to do it; | cc n2 cc n2 p-acp pc-acp vdi pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7362 | but what if it be hard? and it seem impossible to be better? Now he falls down and thinks this is an infirmity which God will pardon, and so Satan conquers him; | but what if it be hard? and it seem impossible to be better? Now he falls down and thinks this is an infirmity which God will pardon, and so Satan conquers him; | cc-acp q-crq cs pn31 vbb j? cc pn31 vvb j pc-acp vbi jc? av pns31 vvz a-acp cc vvz d vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vmb vvi, cc av np1 vvz pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7363 | I say again, not temptation, but Satan conquers him: | I say again, not temptation, but Satan conquers him: | pns11 vvb av, xx n1, cc-acp np1 vvz pno31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7364 | For then a man is conquered, when faith is conquered, 1 Iohn 5. 4. then Faith is conquered, | For then a man is conquered, when faith is conquered, 1 John 5. 4. then Faith is conquered, | c-acp cs dt n1 vbz vvn, c-crq n1 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd crd av n1 vbz vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7365 | when returning to Christ with the whole heart is conquered; | when returning to christ with the Whole heart is conquered; | c-crq vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7366 | the whole heart returns not until a mans will resolves by being 〈 ◊ 〉 with a necessity of a return and staying there. | the Whole heart returns not until a men will resolves by being 〈 ◊ 〉 with a necessity of a return and staying there. | dt j-jn n1 vvz xx p-acp dt ng1 n1 vvz p-acp vbg 〈 sy 〉 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvg a-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7367 | Now therefore the Spirit of God puts the soul upon a necessity of returning to the Lord, that when the heart •aith, It cannot be that ever your heart should be better, or the Lord help; | Now Therefore the Spirit of God puts the soul upon a necessity of returning to the Lord, that when the heart •aith, It cannot be that ever your heart should be better, or the Lord help; | av av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, cst c-crq dt n1 n1, pn31 vmbx vbi cst av po22 n1 vmd vbi jc, cc dt n1 vvb; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7368 | it must be saith the soul again, and it is so, I am not able to bear this evil, | it must be Says the soul again, and it is so, I am not able to bear this evil, | pn31 vmb vbi vvz dt n1 av, cc pn31 vbz av, pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi d n-jn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7369 | for mercy must help, and Spirit must draw, and hence the soul must come, Psal. 42. 7, 8. The soul thinks mercy can and is willing, | for mercy must help, and Spirit must draw, and hence the soul must come, Psalm 42. 7, 8. The soul thinks mercy can and is willing, | p-acp n1 vmb vvi, cc n1 vmb vvi, cc av dt n1 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz n1 vmb cc vbz j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7370 | but will it? Why the Lord commands it, when one waye calls in for another, mercy must step in, | but will it? Why the Lord commands it, when one Way calls in for Another, mercy must step in, | cc-acp vmb pn31? q-crq dt n1 vvz pn31, c-crq crd n1 vvz p-acp p-acp j-jn, n1 vmb vvi p-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7371 | and hence my prayer is to thee. | and hence my prayer is to thee. | cc av po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno21. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 212 |
7372 | Now this necessity of return to the Lord appears chiefly in breaking down all oppo••tions against its return; which are four. | Now this necessity of return to the Lord appears chiefly in breaking down all oppo••tions against its return; which Are four. | av d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz av-jn p-acp vvg a-acp d n2 p-acp po31 n1; r-crq vbr crd. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1196 | Page 213 |
7373 | 1. Sometime snares of the world and other things beside. | 1. Sometime snares of the world and other things beside. | crd av n2 pp-f dt n1 cc j-jn n2 a-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1197 | Page 213 |
7374 | The Lord easeth them, the Lord sends no crosses, gives them their hearts desire, under which Vines they rest, | The Lord eases them, the Lord sends no Crosses, gives them their hearts desire, under which Vines they rest, | dt n1 vvz pno32, dt n1 vvz dx n2, vvz pno32 po32 n2 vvi, p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vvb, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1197 | Page 213 |
7393 | yet they will not away, Heb. 11. 15, 16. The Lord calls them to forsake their Countrey; | yet they will not away, Hebrew 11. 15, 16. The Lord calls them to forsake their Country; | av pns32 vmb xx av, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1200 | Page 213 |
7394 | Abraham is a stranger there, and that among Cut-throat 〈 ◊ 〉, and dwells in Tabernacles, | Abraham is a stranger there, and that among Cutthroat 〈 ◊ 〉, and dwells in Tabernacles, | np1 vbz dt n1 a-acp, cc cst p-acp n1 〈 sy 〉, cc vvz p-acp n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1200 | Page 213 |
7375 | yet if the Lord takes not all from them, he puts such a cloyedness in them, that the soul cannot but return to the Lord again, it cannot live on such course bread, things that satisfie not, it had better once, Eccles. 2. 3, 4, 11. 2. Fears and discouragements of spirit, for when deli•vered from snares, then fears come, and discouragements, either by reason of outward losses or the Lords anger: | yet if the Lord Takes not all from them, he puts such a cloyedness in them, that the soul cannot but return to the Lord again, it cannot live on such course bred, things that satisfy not, it had better once, Eccles. 2. 3, 4, 11. 2. Fears and discouragements of Spirit, for when deli•vered from snares, then fears come, and discouragements, either by reason of outward losses or the lords anger: | av cs dt n1 vvz xx d p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz d dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst dt n1 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av, pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1 n1, n2 cst vvb xx, pn31 vhd av-j a-acp, np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd np1 cc n2 pp-f n1, c-acp c-crq vvd p-acp n2, cs n2 vvb, cc n2, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 cc dt n2 n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1197 | Page 213 |
7376 | So that the soul fears it never had, never shall have any mercy, that hath thus abused it; | So that the soul fears it never had, never shall have any mercy, that hath thus abused it; | av cst dt n1 vvz pn31 av-x vhd, av vmb vhi d n1, cst vhz av vvn pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1198 | Page 213 |
7377 | and it hath thought God himself to say so, and his behaviour in not hearing and helping in so long a time, to witness so: | and it hath Thought God himself to say so, and his behaviour in not hearing and helping in so long a time, to witness so: | cc pn31 vhz vvn np1 px31 pc-acp vvi av, cc po31 n1 p-acp xx vvg cc vvg p-acp av j dt n1, pc-acp vvi av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1198 | Page 213 |
7378 | Yet it will return, though the Lord never save it; it will not sin: | Yet it will return, though the Lord never save it; it will not sin: | av pn31 vmb vvi, cs dt n1 av-x vvi pn31; pn31 vmb xx vvi: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1198 | Page 213 |
7379 | Ionah yet looks again to the Temple, when he could not come to it, yet he would look to it. | Jonah yet looks again to the Temple, when he could not come to it, yet he would look to it. | np1 av vvz av p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31, av pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1198 | Page 213 |
7380 | The soul will turn up its eyes and mourn; Oh that I have so abused the Lord and mercy! | The soul will turn up its eyes and mourn; O that I have so abused the Lord and mercy! | dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp po31 n2 cc vvi; uh cst pns11 vhb av vvn dt n1 cc n1! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1198 | Page 213 |
7381 | that Love it self should be angry and frown! | that Love it self should be angry and frown! | cst vvb pn31 n1 vmd vbi j cc vvb! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1198 | Page 213 |
7382 | Psal. 77. The Psalmist refused to be comforted, v. 2. Nay, v. 3. Though he remembred God, and all his love past, | Psalm 77. The Psalmist refused to be comforted, v. 2. Nay, v. 3. Though he remembered God, and all his love past, | np1 crd dt n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, n1 crd uh-x, n1 crd cs pns31 vvd np1, cc d po31 n1 j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1198 | Page 213 |
7383 | yet troubled, this brought greater trouble, yet v. 10. I'le remember the years of the right hand of the most High. Saul did not thus. | yet troubled, this brought greater trouble, yet v. 10. I'll Remember the Years of the right hand of the most High. Saul did not thus. | av vvn, d vvd jc n1, av n1 crd pns11|vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt av-ds j. np1 vdd xx av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1198 | Page 213 |
7384 | 3. Thoughts of impossibility and unlikelihood to get peace or pardon, or victory over sin now. | 3. Thoughts of impossibility and unlikelihood to get peace or pardon, or victory over since now. | crd n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp n1 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1199 | Page 213 |
7385 | For somtime the Saints think, the Lord loves me, and yet lets these evils lie here, | For sometime the Saints think, the Lord loves me, and yet lets these evils lie Here, | p-acp av dt n2 vvb, dt n1 vvz pno11, cc av vvz d n2-jn vvb av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1199 | Page 213 |
7386 | but I can get no help now, especially if after many prayers. | but I can get no help now, especially if After many Prayers. | cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi dx n1 av, av-j cs p-acp d n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1199 | Page 213 |
7387 | I know help against all sins they cannot get, and hence are humbled, but against them sins that help can be got, wherein the Lord hath done it for others, | I know help against all Sins they cannot get, and hence Are humbled, but against them Sins that help can be god, wherein the Lord hath done it for Others, | pns11 vvb n1 p-acp d n2 pns32 vmbx vvi, cc av vbr vvn, cc-acp p-acp pno32 n2 cst vvb vmb vbi vvn, c-crq dt n1 vhz vdn pn31 p-acp n2-jn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1199 | Page 213 |
7388 | and which make the Lord estrange himself it must be had (for this temptation to a Saint is an Hypocrites overthrow) Psal. 18. 21, 22, 23. If earth cannot help, cannot Heaven? What, not the Spirit, Word, Bloud, Mercy, of a render-hearted Redeemer? What though not now? yet I will not give him over. | and which make the Lord estrange himself it must be had (for this temptation to a Saint is an Hypocrites overthrow) Psalm 18. 21, 22, 23. If earth cannot help, cannot Heaven? What, not the Spirit, Word, Blood, Mercy, of a render-hearted Redeemer? What though not now? yet I will not give him over. | cc r-crq vvb dt n1 vvi px31 pn31 vmb vbi vhn (c-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n2 vvb) np1 crd crd, crd, crd cs n1 vmbx vvi, vmbx np1? q-crq, xx dt n1, n1, n1, n1, pp-f dt j n1? q-crq cs xx av? av pns11 vmb xx vvi pno31 a-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1199 | Page 213 |
7389 | 4. When Gods Providence seems to •ross his Promise, yet they will cleave to him or return to him. | 4. When God's Providence seems to •ross his Promise, yet they will cleave to him or return to him. | crd c-crq npg1 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cc vvi p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1200 | Page 213 |
7390 | For many times Saints have their estates in the Bonds of Gods Promises, and hence they wait for accomplishment of them; | For many times Saints have their estates in the Bonds of God's Promises, and hence they wait for accomplishment of them; | p-acp d n2 n2 vhb po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vvz, cc av pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f pno32; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1200 | Page 213 |
7391 | but the Lord carries it quite cross to his promise to their seeming. He promiseth to make alive, to comfort, to sanctifie, to be with me; | but the Lord carries it quite cross to his promise to their seeming. He promises to make alive, to Comfort, to sanctify, to be with me; | cc-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 av vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 n-vvg. pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi j, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vbi p-acp pno11; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1200 | Page 213 |
7392 | and he kills, sads, lets out sin, never such a heart, and forsakes me. Oh now Faith shakes! | and he kills, sads, lets out since, never such a heart, and forsakes me. O now Faith shakes! | cc pns31 vvz, vvz, vvb|pno12 av n1, av-x d dt n1, cc vvz pno11. uh av n1 vvz! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1200 | Page 213 |
7395 | and four hundred years after, his posterity being afflicted should 〈 ◊ 〉 in; | and four hundred Years After, his posterity being afflicted should 〈 ◊ 〉 in; | cc crd crd n2 a-acp, po31 n1 vbg vvn vmd 〈 sy 〉 p-acp; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1200 | Page 213 |
7396 | yet he would not return, though they might, God had said here, I'le blesse thee, so here. | yet he would not return, though they might, God had said Here, I'll bless thee, so Here. | av pns31 vmd xx vvi, cs pns32 vmd, np1 vhd vvn av, pns11|vmb vvi pno21, av av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1200 | Page 213 |
7397 | The murmuring Israelites fell short of this. III. | The murmuring Israelites fell short of this. III. | dt j-vvg np1 vvd j pp-f d. np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1200 | Page 213 |
7398 | Whenever the soul doth depart, yet the Spirit of God is ever in it and with it, Psal. 73. 2. The Psalmist almost fell. Why did he not? Thou art ever with me, thy hand v. 23. hath upheld me. So that as the Spirit keeps the soul to Christ, | Whenever the soul does depart, yet the Spirit of God is ever in it and with it, Psalm 73. 2. The Psalmist almost fell. Why did he not? Thou art ever with me, thy hand v. 23. hath upheld me. So that as the Spirit keeps the soul to christ, | np1 dt n1 vdz vvi, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av p-acp pn31 cc p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd dt n1 av vvd. q-crq vdd pns31 xx? pns21 vb2r av p-acp pno11, po21 n1 n1 crd vhz vvn pno11. av cst p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1201 | Page 213 |
7399 | so it keeps Christ in the soul at all times. | so it keeps christ in the soul At all times. | av pn31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1201 | Page 213 |
7400 | And hence Saints in the closure of all their dealings with God, and he with them, they have seen his love, working good in all; | And hence Saints in the closure of all their dealings with God, and he with them, they have seen his love, working good in all; | cc av n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2-vvg p-acp np1, cc pns31 p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb vvn po31 n1, vvg j p-acp d; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1201 | Page 213 |
7401 | that now the Soul can say, lo the Lord was here, and I kn•w it not, Isa. 25. 9, 10. That the soul admires somtimes, | that now the Soul can say, lo the Lord was Here, and I kn•w it not, Isaiah 25. 9, 10. That the soul admires sometimes, | cst av dt n1 vmb vvi, uh dt n1 vbds av, cc pns11 vvb pn31 xx, np1 crd crd, crd cst dt n1 vvz av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1201 | Page 213 |
7402 | and hence after all sees the Lord more clearly and fully and sweetly, till at last it sees him in Glory. | and hence After all sees the Lord more clearly and Fully and sweetly, till At last it sees him in Glory. | cc av p-acp d vvz dt n1 av-dc av-j cc av-j cc av-j, c-acp p-acp ord pn31 vvz pno31 p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1201 | Page 213 |
7403 | 〈 ◊ 〉 you see the Spirit that follows Saints is with them, which the world wants. | 〈 ◊ 〉 you see the Spirit that follows Saints is with them, which the world Wants. | 〈 sy 〉 pn22 vvi dt n1 cst vvz np1 vbz p-acp pno32, r-crq dt n1 vvz. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1201 | Page 213 |
7404 | Oh admire at the Lord, if this Spirit be given, that Heaven is come down into 〈 … 〉 That no 〈 ◊ 〉, no sins can part, | O admire At the Lord, if this Spirit be given, that Heaven is come down into 〈 … 〉 That no 〈 ◊ 〉, no Sins can part, | uh vvb p-acp dt n1, cs d n1 vbi vvn, cst n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp 〈 … 〉 cst dx 〈 sy 〉, dx n2 vmb vvi, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1201 | Page 213 |
7405 | but its ever putting thee in thy way again. Hence when •. | but its ever putting thee in thy Way again. Hence when •. | cc-acp pn31|vbz av vvg pno21 p-acp po21 n1 av. av c-crq •. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1201 | Page 213 |
7406 | They are ready to quite fall off, and give themselves for gone, ready to be made away by temptation, | They Are ready to quite fallen off, and give themselves for gone, ready to be made away by temptation, | pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi vvi a-acp, cc vvi px32 p-acp vvn, j pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1202 | Page 214 |
7407 | or to make away themselves, the Lord is with them then, Psal. 94. 18. At the time of parting, love appears. | or to make away themselves, the Lord is with them then, Psalm 94. 18. At the time of parting, love appears. | cc pc-acp vvi av px32, dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 av, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, n1 vvz. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1202 | Page 214 |
7408 | 2. Hence when they are somtime so far gone, as that they mind not their return, | 2. Hence when they Are sometime so Far gone, as that they mind not their return, | crd av c-crq pns32 vbr av av av-j vvn, c-acp cst pns32 vvb xx po32 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1203 | Page 214 |
7409 | or believe not, as in the wilde••ess, but are well enough without the Lord, the Lord before they think or desire, prevents them, Psal. 23. 6. Mercy and Truth followes me. | or believe not, as in the wilde••ess, but Are well enough without the Lord, the Lord before they think or desire, prevents them, Psalm 23. 6. Mercy and Truth follows me. | cc vvb xx, c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbr av av-d p-acp dt n1, dt n1 c-acp pns32 vvb cc vvi, vvz pno32, np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 vvz pno11. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1203 | Page 214 |
7410 | 3. Hence when they think the Lord is provoked that he cannot save, then he is in the midst of his people, Ier. 14. 11. Why art thou as a man astonied that cannot save? | 3. Hence when they think the Lord is provoked that he cannot save, then he is in the midst of his people, Jeremiah 14. 11. Why art thou as a man astonished that cannot save? | crd av c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn cst pns31 vmbx vvi, cs pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd q-crq vb2r pns21 p-acp dt n1 vvd cst vmbx vvi? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1204 | Page 214 |
7411 | 4. Hence at the end of life, all the waies of God have been peace, and all ou• waies, though sorrowful, though evil, turned for good; as in Ionas his depar•ing; | 4. Hence At the end of life, all the ways of God have been peace, and all ou• ways, though sorrowful, though evil, turned for good; as in Ionas his depar•ing; | crd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb vbn n1, cc d n1 n2, cs j, cs j-jn, vvn p-acp j; c-acp p-acp np1 po31 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1205 | Page 214 |
7412 | and by miseries we are yet humbled; | and by misery's we Are yet humbled; | cc p-acp n2 pns12 vbr av vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1205 | Page 214 |
7413 | somthing the Lord is doing now for Eternity, Micah 7. 8. Though I sit in darknesse, the Lord will be a light unto me. | something the Lord is doing now for Eternity, micah 7. 8. Though I fit in darkness, the Lord will be a Light unto me. | pi dt n1 vbz vdg av p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cs pns11 vvb p-acp n1, dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno11. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1205 | Page 214 |
7414 | 5. Hence when the heart and strength fail, and Faith is failing, and the heart feels nothing but pain, | 5. Hence when the heart and strength fail, and Faith is failing, and the heart feels nothing but pain, | crd av c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vvi, cc n1 vbz vvg, cc dt n1 vvz pix cc-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1206 | Page 214 |
7415 | yet the Lord then keeps, and this is comfort, Psal. 63. 26. Consider therefore your estare, that | yet the Lord then keeps, and this is Comfort, Psalm 63. 26. Consider Therefore your estare, that | av dt n1 av vvz, cc d vbz n1, np1 crd crd vvb av po22 fw-la, cst | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1206 | Page 214 |
7416 | 1. Do depart with your whole heart from the Lord. | 1. Do depart with your Whole heart from the Lord. | crd vdb vvi p-acp po22 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1208 | Page 214 |
7417 | Hath not the Lord bowed thy heart toward himself, by mercies, by blows? But when sorrows have been past, | Hath not the Lord bowed thy heart towards himself, by Mercies, by blows? But when sorrows have been passed, | vhz xx dt n1 vvd po21 n1 p-acp px31, p-acp n2, p-acp n2? p-acp c-crq n2 vhb vbn vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1208 | Page 214 |
7418 | and mercies grown common, and truth common, thou hast started back like a broken bow which was bent backward, when stretched forward. | and Mercies grown Common, and truth Common, thou hast started back like a broken bow which was bent backward, when stretched forward. | cc n2 vvn j, cc n1 j, pns21 vh2 vvn av av-j dt j-vvn n1 r-crq vbds vvn av-j, c-crq vvn av-j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1208 | Page 214 |
7419 | And now when God calls to any duty, especially when thy will and ends are crossed, that is a burden, | And now when God calls to any duty, especially when thy will and ends Are crossed, that is a burden, | cc av c-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1, av-j c-crq po21 n1 cc n2 vbr vvn, cst vbz dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1208 | Page 214 |
7420 | and thou art drawn to that as a Fish to the dry land. It is like a Feaver-fit to thee, and never mournest for this. | and thou art drawn to that as a Fish to the dry land. It is like a Feaver-fit to thee, and never mournest for this. | cc pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. pn31 vbz av-j dt j p-acp pno21, cc av-x vv2 p-acp d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1208 | Page 214 |
7421 | But when any matter of gain and world is presented, all thoughts, time, strength is too little there, that you smell of the field; | But when any matter of gain and world is presented, all thoughts, time, strength is too little there, that you smell of the field; | p-acp c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, d n2, n1, n1 vbz av j a-acp, cst pn22 vvb pp-f dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1208 | Page 214 |
7422 | or if there be any life or joy, yet the lean kine eat up the fat kine. | or if there be any life or joy, yet the lean kine eat up the fat kine. | cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1 cc n1, av dt j n2 vvb a-acp dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1208 | Page 214 |
7423 | Nay, mournest not under that cursed bent which carries thee from the Lord. Know it, thou art forsaken of the Lord. | Nay, mournest not under that cursed bent which carries thee from the Lord. Know it, thou art forsaken of the Lord. | uh, vv2 xx p-acp d j-vvn n1 r-crq vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1. vvb pn31, pns21 vb2r vvn pp-f dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1208 | Page 214 |
7424 | 2. That in times past had many affections, but now sorrow is gone, and seeking of the Lord gone; | 2. That in times passed had many affections, but now sorrow is gone, and seeking of the Lord gone; | crd cst p-acp n2 vvn vhd d n2, cc-acp av n1 vbz vvn, cc vvg pp-f dt n1 vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1209 | Page 214 |
7425 | and being f•llen, seest it not, but thinkest 'tis with thee as with other Christians, hast only the old work past, | and being f•llen, See it not, but Thinkest it's with thee as with other Christians, hast only the old work past, | cc vbg vvn, vv2 pn31 xx, cc-acp vv2 pn31|vbz p-acp pno21 p-acp p-acp j-jn np1, vh2 av-j dt j n1 j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1209 | Page 214 |
7426 | and some new pangs now and then Why is it thus? Ier. 8. 4, 5. Will you fall and not arise? Wilt let the Lord turn from you, | and Some new pangs now and then Why is it thus? Jeremiah 8. 4, 5. Will you fallen and not arise? Wilt let the Lord turn from you, | cc d j n2 av cc av q-crq vbz pn31 av? np1 crd crd, crd n1 pn22 vvi cc xx vvi? np1 vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp pn22, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1209 | Page 214 |
7427 | and not return? Doth the Stork know when winter is near, and not you your season? Oh look to it! | and not return? Does the Stork know when winter is near, and not you your season? O look to it! | cc xx vvi? vdz dt n1 vvb c-crq n1 vbz j, cc xx pn22 po22 n1? uh vvb p-acp pn31! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1209 | Page 214 |
7428 | What are you fallen with a perpetual backsliding? Why will you not return, but go away with a perpetual backsliding? Know Satan hath hold of this soul. | What Are you fallen with a perpetual backsliding? Why will you not return, but go away with a perpetual backsliding? Know Satan hath hold of this soul. | q-crq vbr pn22 vvn p-acp dt j n-vvg? q-crq vmb pn22 xx vvi, cc-acp vvb av p-acp dt j n-vvg? vvb np1 vhz n1 pp-f d n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1209 | Page 214 |
7429 | 3. You people of God, wonder you at this Grace: Let your experience prove it. | 3. You people of God, wonder you At this Grace: Let your experience prove it. | crd pn22 n1 pp-f np1, vvb pn22 p-acp d n1: vvb po22 n1 vvi pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1210 | Page 214 |
7430 | Is it not so, that a Habitation of Devils should be a House of the Spirit of God, not to sojourn, | Is it not so, that a Habitation of Devils should be a House of the Spirit of God, not to sojourn, | vbz pn31 xx av, cst dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, xx pc-acp vvi, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1210 | Page 214 |
7431 | but dwell there, and though abused, vexed, yet it will not depart. SECT. V. V. Sanctification, in the room of self-seeking. | but dwell there, and though abused, vexed, yet it will not depart. SECT. V. V. Sanctification, in the room of self-seeking. | cc-acp vvb a-acp, cc cs vvn, vvn, av pn31 vmb xx vvi. n1. n1 n1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1210 | Page 214 |
7432 | THis work of the Spirit hath had many scratches, and passed under divers censures; | THis work of the Spirit hath had many Scratches, and passed under diverse censures; | d n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vhn d n2, cc vvd p-acp j n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1211 | Page 214 |
7433 | that if that question should be asked of it, which once Christ made concerning himself, Whom say men that I am? We shall five several apprehensions of it. | that if that question should be asked of it, which once christ made Concerning himself, Whom say men that I am? We shall five several apprehensions of it. | cst cs d n1 vmd vbi vvn pp-f pn31, r-crq c-acp np1 vvd vvg px31, ro-crq vvb n2 cst pns11 vbm? pns12 vmb crd j n2 pp-f pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1211 | Page 214 |
7434 | 1. Some have made it common, and that this treasure may be digged out of dung-hils, that the Lord casts these Pearls to Swine, that a carnal heart may have all these gifts and graces which the righteous have, | 1. some have made it Common, and that this treasure may be dug out of dunghills, that the Lord Cast these Pearls to Swine, that a carnal heart may have all these Gifts and graces which the righteous have, | crd d vhb vvn pn31 j, cc cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f n2, cst dt n1 vvz d n2 p-acp n1, cst dt j n1 vmb vhi d d n2 cc n2 r-crq dt j vhb, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1212 | Page 214 |
7435 | and Adam had, and perish at last. And hence no evidence from it at all. | and Adam had, and perish At last. And hence no evidence from it At all. | cc np1 vhd, cc vvi p-acp ord. cc av dx n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1212 | Page 215 |
7436 | 2. Some have not made it thus common, but proper to the Elect, and that none are justified but they are sanctified, | 2. some have not made it thus Common, but proper to the Elect, and that none Are justified but they Are sanctified, | crd d vhb xx vvn pn31 av j, cc-acp j p-acp dt n1, cc d pi vbr vvn p-acp pns32 vbr vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1213 | Page 215 |
7437 | and è contra. But it hath been, and they think 'tis so disguised with the mixture of sin and temptation, | and è contra. But it hath been, and they think it's so disguised with the mixture of since and temptation, | cc fw-la fw-la. p-acp pn31 vhz vbn, cc pns32 vvb pn31|vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1213 | Page 215 |
7438 | and cannot be known, or very hardly. | and cannot be known, or very hardly. | cc vmbx vbi vvn, cc av av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1213 | Page 215 |
7439 | If so, that though the Lord Jesus come unto his own, and dwell not only in their Houses, | If so, that though the Lord jesus come unto his own, and dwell not only in their Houses, | cs av, cst cs dt n1 np1 vvb p-acp po31 d, cc vvb xx av-j p-acp po32 n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1213 | Page 215 |
7440 | but in their hearts, yet they know him not. | but in their hearts, yet they know him not. | cc-acp p-acp po32 n2, av pns32 vvb pno31 xx. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1213 | Page 215 |
7441 | 3. Some say it may be known, but not as dwelling in our hearts, but as inherent in Christ, making the inherent Grace of Christ in Christ himself to be our Sanctification, which the Apostle makes to be our righteousness. | 3. some say it may be known, but not as Dwelling in our hearts, but as inherent in christ, making the inherent Grace of christ in christ himself to be our Sanctification, which the Apostle makes to be our righteousness. | crd d vvb pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp xx c-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp c-acp j p-acp np1, vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 px31 pc-acp vbi po12 n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi po12 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1214 | Page 215 |
7442 | And so as the Papists abolish Christs righteousness for justification, by making it to consist only in infusion of Grace in us; | And so as the Papists Abolah Christ righteousness for justification, by making it to consist only in infusion of Grace in us; | cc av c-acp dt njp2 vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1214 | Page 215 |
7443 | these abolish Christ to be our Sanctification, by making all our sanctification to consist in inhaesion in Christ out of us. | these Abolah christ to be our Sanctification, by making all our sanctification to consist in inhesion in christ out of us. | d vvb np1 pc-acp vbi po12 n1, p-acp vvg d po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1 av pp-f pno12. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1214 | Page 215 |
7444 | 4. Some say there is a sanctification in us, But wherein doth it consist? Not in any habitual Holiness, | 4. some say there is a sanctification in us, But wherein does it consist? Not in any habitual Holiness, | crd d vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc-acp q-crq vdz pn31 vvi? xx p-acp d j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1215 | Page 215 |
7445 | or Graces in us, but in the immediate actings of Christ in us, and so the Lord makes his Musick without any strings, | or Graces in us, but in the immediate actings of christ in us, and so the Lord makes his Music without any strings, | cc n2 p-acp pno12, cc-acp p-acp dt j n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, cc av dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1215 | Page 215 |
7446 | and reveals things to us without eyes, and makes us live without any power of life: | and reveals things to us without eyes, and makes us live without any power of life: | cc vvz n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp n2, cc vvz pno12 vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1215 | Page 215 |
7447 | And so after justification they put a Christian in such an estate of Sanctification as that he is a mee• Patient, in next disposition to move if he be moved: | And so After justification they put a Christian in such an estate of Sanctification as that he is a mee• Patient, in next disposition to move if he be moved: | cc av p-acp n1 pns32 vvd dt njp p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp cst pns31 vbz dt n1 j, p-acp ord n1 pc-acp vvi cs pns31 vbb vvn: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1215 | Page 215 |
7448 | Like a weather-Cock, which hath no power at all to move, but as the wind blows it, good or bad. | Like a weather-Cock, which hath no power At all to move, but as the wind blows it, good or bad. | av-j dt n1, r-crq vhz dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, j cc j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1215 | Page 215 |
7449 | 5. Some grant that there is a sanctification proper to the Faithful, and in the Faithful an habitual Holiness, | 5. some grant that there is a sanctification proper to the Faithful, and in the Faithful an habitual Holiness, | crd d vvb cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 j p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j dt j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1216 | Page 215 |
7450 | and consisting in a most blessed, inward, total change. | and consisting in a most blessed, inward, total change. | cc vvg p-acp dt av-ds j-vvn, j, j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1216 | Page 215 |
7451 | But when they come to the application of this to themselves, they think that if they have some reformation with some inward affection, they think every overly change is presently sanctification, | But when they come to the application of this to themselves, they think that if they have Some Reformation with Some inward affection, they think every overly change is presently sanctification, | p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pc-acp px32, pns32 vvb cst cs pns32 vhb d n1 p-acp d j n1, pns32 vvb d av-j n1 vbz av-j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1216 | Page 215 |
7452 | and this must be a good evidence to them. | and this must be a good evidence to them. | cc d vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1216 | Page 215 |
7453 | And so like some Herbalists that treat of the Soveraign excellencies of several herbs, but when they come to gather them in the garden, they take their counterfeits in the room of them. | And so like Some Herbalists that Treat of the Sovereign excellencies of several herbs, but when they come to gather them in the garden, they take their counterfeits in the room of them. | cc av av-j d n2 cst vvb pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n2, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb po32 n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1216 | Page 215 |
7454 | The causes of which variety of apprehensions is the rareness of it (and therefore 'tis unknown) and the corrupt experience of men. | The Causes of which variety of apprehensions is the rareness of it (and Therefore it's unknown) and the corrupt experience of men. | dt n2 pp-f r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31 (cc av pn31|vbz j) cc dt j n1 pp-f n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1216 | Page 215 |
7455 | I shall therefore lay level these things, by shewing you what that measure of sanctification is which is in us, | I shall Therefore lay level these things, by showing you what that measure of sanctification is which is in us, | pns11 vmb av vvi vvi d n2, p-acp vvg pn22 r-crq cst n1 pp-f n1 vbz q-crq vbz p-acp pno12, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1217 | Page 215 |
7456 | and which is peculiar to the Elect, and which also may be known by them which have it: | and which is peculiar to the Elect, and which also may be known by them which have it: | cc r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1, cc r-crq av vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 r-crq vhb pn31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1217 | Page 215 |
7457 | And therefore shall not speak of sanctification at large, which is the change of the whole man by the death of Christ, whereby he is separated from sin, and sin mortified in him; | And Therefore shall not speak of sanctification At large, which is the change of the Whole man by the death of christ, whereby he is separated from since, and since mortified in him; | cc av vmb xx vvi pp-f n1 p-acp j, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1217 | Page 215 |
7458 | and by the life of Christ, whereby he is dedicated unto Christ, and lives his life. | and by the life of christ, whereby he is dedicated unto christ, and lives his life. | cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc vvz po31 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1217 | Page 215 |
7459 | But I shall treat of it now so far forth especially as this change may be known by it; | But I shall Treat of it now so Far forth especially as this change may be known by it; | p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pp-f pn31 av av av-j av av-j c-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1217 | Page 215 |
7460 | and therefore I oppose it to self-seeking. But why do you oppose Sanctification to Self-seeking? |
and Therefore I oppose it to self-seeking. But why do you oppose Sanctification to Self-seeking? | cc av pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp j. cc-acp q-crq vdb pn22 vvi n1 p-acp j? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1217 | Page 215 |
7461 | 1. Because this Sanctification, |
1. Because this Sanctification, I now speak of it so Far forth as it may be seen; | crd p-acp d n1, pns11 av vvi pp-f pn31 av av-j av c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1219 | Page 215 |
7462 | now it is seen here chiefly, because it may be said here it is: | now it is seen Here chiefly, Because it may be said Here it is: | av pn31 vbz vvn av av-jn, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn av pn31 vbz: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1219 | Page 215 |
7463 | But Hypocrites have a change, Wherein may it be known to be different from theirs? Why, the change of the heart chiefly appears in the change of the utmost end. | But Hypocrites have a change, Wherein may it be known to be different from theirs? Why, the change of the heart chiefly appears in the change of the utmost end. | cc-acp n2 vhb dt n1, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp png32? uh-crq, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-jn vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1219 | Page 215 |
7464 | 2. Because as the pollution of the whole man, and all his actions civil, moral, | 2. Because as the pollution of the Whole man, and all his actions civil, moral, | crd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc d po31 n2 j, j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1220 | Page 215 |
7465 | and religious, consists chiefly, and appears in this self-seeking, or making our selves our utmost end. | and religious, consists chiefly, and appears in this self-seeking, or making our selves our utmost end. | cc j, vvz av-jn, cc vvz p-acp d j, cc vvg po12 n2 po12 j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1220 | Page 215 |
7466 | This makes the most glotious actions vile, and stains them all. | This makes the most glorious actions vile, and stains them all. | np1 vvz dt av-ds j n2 j, cc vvz pno32 d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1220 | Page 215 |
7467 | So the sanctification of a man consists chiefly and appears in making the Lord our utmost end of all we do: | So the sanctification of a man consists chiefly and appears in making the Lord our utmost end of all we do: | np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av-jn cc vvz p-acp vvg dt n1 po12 j n1 pp-f d pns12 vdb: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1220 | Page 215 |
7468 | So that though the actions be never so mean and poor, yet this puts a Glory and lustre on them, | So that though the actions be never so mean and poor, yet this puts a Glory and lustre on them, | av cst cs dt n2 vbb av-x av j cc j, av d vvz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1220 | Page 215 |
7469 | and is the Crown of them, even of the giving of a cup of cold water, Mat. 6. 22. If thy eye be single. | and is the Crown of them, even of the giving of a cup of cold water, Mathew 6. 22. If thy eye be single. | cc vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32, av pp-f dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, np1 crd crd cs po21 n1 vbi j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1220 | Page 215 |
7470 | Look therefore, as before the Lord justifies the soul, every man living seeks himself as his last end and good; | Look Therefore, as before the Lord Justifies the soul, every man living seeks himself as his last end and good; | vvb av, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, d n1 vvg vvz px31 p-acp po31 ord n1 cc j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1220 | Page 215 |
7471 | and out of this captivity no power can redeem them. | and out of this captivity no power can Redeem them. | cc av pp-f d n1 dx n1 vmb vvi pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1220 | Page 215 |
7472 | Dan. 4. 30. Gen. 11. 4. So after it, the Lord sanctifies the soul with such a measure of his Grace as makes the Lord his utmost end: And this no other have. | Dan. 4. 30. Gen. 11. 4. So After it, the Lord Sanctifies the soul with such a measure of his Grace as makes the Lord his utmost end: And this no other have. | np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av c-acp pn31, dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 po31 j n1: cc d dx j-jn vhb. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1220 | Page 216 |
7473 | Let me therefore shew you what this Sanctification is more fully, and with all the cheif ingredients in it, that so it may be the better known. | Let me Therefore show you what this Sanctification is more Fully, and with all the chief ingredients in it, that so it may be the better known. | vvb pno11 av vvi pn22 r-crq d n1 vbz av-dc av-j, cc p-acp d dt n-jn n2 p-acp pn31, cst av pn31 vmb vbi dt av-jc vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1221 | Page 216 |
7474 | It's the renovation of the whole man, appearing in the change of a mans utmost end. But more particularly, | It's the renovation of the Whole man, appearing in the change of a men utmost end. But more particularly, | pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 j n1. cc-acp av-dc av-jn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1222 | Page 216 |
7475 | 'Tis that work of the Spirit in the soul, whereby the soul beholding the Glory of Christ, | It's that work of the Spirit in the soul, whereby the soul beholding the Glory of christ, | pn31|vbz d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1223 | Page 216 |
7476 | and feeling his love, hereupon closeth with the whole will of Christ, and seeketh to please him, | and feeling his love, hereupon closeth with the Whole will of christ, and seeks to please him, | cc vvg po31 n1, av vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz pc-acp vvi pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1223 | Page 216 |
7497 | For how come men to seek themselves in every thing, and they cannot but do it? 'Tis because they love themselves, | For how come men to seek themselves in every thing, and they cannot but do it? It's Because they love themselves, | p-acp q-crq vvb n2 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n1, cc pns32 vmbx cc-acp vdb pn31? pn31|vbz c-acp pns32 vvb px32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7477 | as his happiness and utmost end. For look as in self-seeking there are four things. 1. A man beholds himself and some good in himself. 2. Loves himself abundantly. 3. Pleaseth his own will. | as his happiness and utmost end. For look as in self-seeking there Are four things. 1. A man beholds himself and Some good in himself. 2. Loves himself abundantly. 3. Pleases his own will. | c-acp po31 n1 cc j n1. p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp j pc-acp vbr crd n2. crd dt n1 vvz px31 cc d j p-acp px31. crd vvz px31 av-j. crd vvz po31 d n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1223 | Page 216 |
7478 | 4. Doth this as his utmost and last end. | 4. Does this as his utmost and last end. | crd vdz d c-acp po31 j cc ord n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1228 | Page 216 |
7479 | So here in this description of Sanctification which I oppose chiefly to self-corruption, are four things. | So Here in this description of Sanctification which I oppose chiefly to self-corruption, Are four things. | av av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns11 vvb av-jn p-acp n1, vbr crd n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1228 | Page 216 |
7480 | 1. The soul beholds the Lord in all his Glory, seeing of him present with him in all his Glory, | 1. The soul beholds the Lord in all his Glory, seeing of him present with him in all his Glory, | crd dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1, vvg pp-f pno31 j p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7481 | and set before him, Psal. 16. 8. For this is one necessary ingredient to his sanctification and seeking the Lord as his utmost end. | and Set before him, Psalm 16. 8. For this is one necessary ingredient to his sanctification and seeking the Lord as his utmost end. | cc vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd p-acp d vbz pi j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7482 | For why doth a man seek himself? He sees some glory and good in himself, none in the Lord. | For why does a man seek himself? He sees Some glory and good in himself, none in the Lord. | p-acp q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb px31? pns31 vvz d n1 cc j p-acp px31, pix p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7483 | And hence we say of some men, whose pride spoyls their parts, they know themselves too well, | And hence we say of Some men, whose pride spoils their parts, they know themselves too well, | cc av pns12 vvb pp-f d n2, rg-crq n1 vvz po32 n2, pns32 vvb px32 av av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7484 | and hence Saints when they see their own vileness, and see the Lord, they are so far from seeking, as that they loath themselves. | and hence Saints when they see their own vileness, and see the Lord, they Are so Far from seeking, as that they loath themselves. | cc av n2 c-crq pns32 vvb po32 d n1, cc vvi dt n1, pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg, c-acp cst pns32 vvb px32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7485 | Therefore when the Lord reveals himself to the soul in his Glory, this makes them seek him and not themselves, 1 Cor. 1. 30. Christ is made wisdom, righteousnesse, &c. that all might glory in him. | Therefore when the Lord reveals himself to the soul in his Glory, this makes them seek him and not themselves, 1 Cor. 1. 30. christ is made Wisdom, righteousness, etc. that all might glory in him. | av c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, d vvz pno32 vvi pno31 cc xx px32, crd np1 crd crd np1 vbz vvn n1, n1, av cst d vmd vvi p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7486 | For this is the Glory of Christ, and the first Principle of seeking the Lord, the soul sees his good laid up in the Lord more than in himself; | For this is the Glory of christ, and the First Principle of seeking the Lord, the soul sees his good laid up in the Lord more than in himself; | p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt ord n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, dt n1 vvz po31 j vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 av-dc cs p-acp px31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7487 | nay wholly in the Lord, not at all in himself. His wisdom is in him, he cannot but wilder till utterly lost without him. | nay wholly in the Lord, not At all in himself. His Wisdom is in him, he cannot but wilder till utterly lost without him. | uh-x av-jn p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp d p-acp px31. po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx p-acp jc c-acp av-j vvn p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7488 | His righteousness is in him, he could never have one sin pardoned by Angels holiness without him. | His righteousness is in him, he could never have one since pardoned by Angels holiness without him. | po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd av-x vhi crd n1 vvn p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7489 | His sanctification is in him, he could not have the least thought nor desire, but the Lord must work it in him. | His sanctification is in him, he could not have the least Thought nor desire, but the Lord must work it in him. | po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd xx vhi dt ds n1 ccx n1, cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7490 | His redemption is in him, there could not be freedom one hour from unknown evils but by him. | His redemption is in him, there could not be freedom one hour from unknown evils but by him. | po31 n1 vbz p-acp pno31, pc-acp vmd xx vbi n1 crd n1 p-acp j n2-jn p-acp p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7491 | Hence seeing him such an one, he seeks him. | Hence seeing him such an one, he seeks him. | av vvg pno31 d dt pi, pns31 vvz pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7492 | As why do men seek men, especially if great? Why do men desire to stand before Princes, | As why do men seek men, especially if great? Why do men desire to stand before Princes, | p-acp q-crq vdb n2 vvi n2, av-j cs j? q-crq vdb n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7493 | and please them, so that they will not gladly offer them the least distaste? Because they see them before them, beholding of them, apt to be angry, if displeased; and their greatness awes them: So here. | and please them, so that they will not gladly offer them the least distaste? Because they see them before them, beholding of them, apt to be angry, if displeased; and their greatness awes them: So Here. | cc vvb pno32, av cst pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi pno32 dt ds n1? p-acp pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp pno32, vvg pp-f pno32, j pc-acp vbi j, cs vvn; cc po32 n1 vvz pno32: av av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7494 | Why is not the Lord Jesus pleased? He is not seen in his Glory, nor made really present; | Why is not the Lord jesus pleased? He is not seen in his Glory, nor made really present; | q-crq vbz xx dt n1 np1 vvn? pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp po31 n1, ccx vvd av-j j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7495 | and hence Rev. 5. 12, 13. When they saw him on his Throne, they cast down their Crowns and gave him Glory. | and hence Rev. 5. 12, 13. When they saw him on his Throne, they cast down their Crowns and gave him Glory. | cc av n1 crd crd, crd c-crq pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vvd a-acp po32 n2 cc vvd pno31 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1229 | Page 216 |
7496 | 2. The soul also feels his love, and so abundantly loves him again. | 2. The soul also feels his love, and so abundantly loves him again. | crd dt n1 av vvz po31 n1, cc av av-j vvz pno31 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7615 | nor in Heaven simply, nor in Fellowship of Angels; | nor in Heaven simply, nor in Fellowship of Angels; | ccx p-acp n1 av-j, ccx p-acp n1 pp-f n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1261 | Page 220 |
7498 | and that abundantly, necessarily, as fire burns; though they burn so hot in this love that at last they consume themselves. | and that abundantly, necessarily, as fire burns; though they burn so hight in this love that At last they consume themselves. | cc cst av-j, av-j, c-acp n1 vvz; cs pns32 vvb av j p-acp d n1 cst p-acp ord pns32 vvb px32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7499 | So how do any, can any seek the Lord? We know the Apostle saith, 1 Cor. 13. 5. Love seeks not her own. | So how do any, can any seek the Lord? We know the Apostle Says, 1 Cor. 13. 5. Love seeks not her own. | av q-crq vdb d, vmb d vvi dt n1? pns12 vvb dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd n1 vvz xx po31 d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7500 | When the Sun hath put out this fire of our self-love, when the sense of the Lords love hath kindled that love to the Lord again, | When the Sun hath put out this fire of our Self-love, when the sense of the lords love hath kindled that love to the Lord again, | c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn av d n1 pp-f po12 n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7501 | as that it abundantly loves Christ, now it will seek the things of Christ, and not its own things. | as that it abundantly loves christ, now it will seek the things of christ, and not its own things. | c-acp cst pn31 av-j vvz np1, av pn31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc xx po31 d n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7502 | And as there is abundance of self love, that men are eaten up with it; | And as there is abundance of self love, that men Are eaten up with it; | cc c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 n1, cst n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7503 | so there must be much love, which must be abundantly shed in the heart, so as to eat up that; | so there must be much love, which must be abundantly shed in the heart, so as to eat up that; | av pc-acp vmb vbi d n1, r-crq vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp d; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7504 | arising from the sense of the Lords love, and that abundantly. | arising from the sense of the lords love, and that abundantly. | vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, cc cst av-j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7505 | For many a man comes to have some good will, and affection, and love to the Lord, | For many a man comes to have Some good will, and affection, and love to the Lord, | p-acp d dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi d j n1, cc n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7506 | but yet never comes to seek the Lord as his last end, and live to him. | but yet never comes to seek the Lord as his last end, and live to him. | cc-acp av av-x vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 ord n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 216 |
7507 | Why? Because he hath not tasted abundantly of the Lords Mercy, Grace and Love, Psal. 86. 12, 13. And hence the incomparable Spirit of Paul, I seek not yours, but you; | Why? Because he hath not tasted abundantly of the lords Mercy, Grace and Love, Psalm 86. 12, 13. And hence the incomparable Spirit of Paul, I seek not yours, but you; | q-crq? p-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn av-j pp-f dt n2 n1, n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc av dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb xx png22, cc-acp pn22; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 217 |
7508 | Wherein? In being willing to spend. But save your self Paul: nay, and to be spent: With much ado; | Wherein? In being willing to spend. But save your self Paul: nay, and to be spent: With much ado; | c-crq? p-acp vbg j pc-acp vvi. p-acp vvi po22 n1 np1: uh, cc pc-acp vbi vvn: p-acp d n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 217 |
7509 | Nay, most gladly. Though you love me not, because I love you: | Nay, most gladly. Though you love me not, Because I love you: | uh-x, av-ds av-j. cs pn22 vvb pno11 xx, c-acp pns11 vvb pn22: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 217 |
7510 | So here, though Christ should not love it, yet he is worthy, he hath done enough, | So Here, though christ should not love it, yet he is worthy, he hath done enough, | av av, cs np1 vmd xx vvi pn31, av pns31 vbz j, pns31 vhz vdn av-d, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 217 |
7511 | and now the soul will not only do, but rejoyce, nay, in sufferings; because his love is not dropt, but shed in our hearts. | and now the soul will not only do, but rejoice, nay, in sufferings; Because his love is not dropped, but shed in our hearts. | cc av dt n1 vmb xx av-j vdi, cc-acp vvb, uh-x, p-acp n2; c-acp po31 n1 vbz xx vvn, cc-acp vvb p-acp po12 n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 217 |
7512 | And hence 'tis a never-failing rule, little love or assurance of it, little seeking the Lord; | And hence it's a never-failing Rule, little love or assurance of it, little seeking the Lord; | cc av pn31|vbz dt j n1, j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, av-j vvg dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 217 |
7513 | much assurance, much seeking of him. | much assurance, much seeking of him. | d n1, d vvg pp-f pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1230 | Page 217 |
7514 | 3. Hereupon the soul closeth with the whole will of Christ, and pleaseth it, because it pleaseth him. | 3. Hereupon the soul closeth with the Whole will of christ, and Pleases it, Because it Pleases him. | crd av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz pn31, c-acp pn31 vvz pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7515 | Its with every man, as it was with Samson, he would needs have a wife or the Philistims, Why so? Iudg. 14. 3. Because she pleaseth me. So, | Its with every man, as it was with samson, he would needs have a wife or the philistines, Why so? Judges 14. 3. Because she Pleases me. So, | pn31|vbz p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pns31 vmd av vhi dt n1 cc dt njp2, uh-crq av? np1 crd crd p-acp pns31 vvz pno11. av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7516 | why will men seek themselves, save themselves, love themselves, and please their own wills? Because it pleaseth them. | why will men seek themselves, save themselves, love themselves, and please their own wills? Because it Pleases them. | q-crq vmb n2 vvi px32, vvb px32, vvb px32, cc vvi po32 d n2? p-acp pn31 vvz pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7517 | Look therefore as the soul when he loved himself, did seek to please only his own will in every thing, | Look Therefore as the soul when he loved himself, did seek to please only his own will in every thing, | n1 av p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd px31, vdd vvi pc-acp vvi av-j po31 d n1 p-acp d n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7518 | and 'tis good because it pleaseth me; | and it's good Because it Pleases me; | cc pn31|vbz j c-acp pn31 vvz pno11; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7519 | so the soul, whose heart is now indeared to Christ, though he cannot perfectly do it (that's in Heaven) yet he seeks to give the whole will of Christ content, because it pleaseth Christ. | so the soul, whose heart is now endeared to christ, though he cannot perfectly do it (that's in Heaven) yet he seeks to give the Whole will of christ content, Because it Pleases christ. | av dt n1, rg-crq n1 vbz av vvn p-acp np1, cs pns31 vmbx av-j vdi pn31 (cst|vbz p-acp n1) av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 j, c-acp pn31 vvz np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7520 | And this is that that God hath sworn his people shall have, Luke 1. 74, 75. And that Christ hath delivered us from all our enemies, (For the great reason why men cleave not to the Lord, | And this is that that God hath sworn his people shall have, Lycia 1. 74, 75. And that christ hath Delivered us from all our enemies, (For the great reason why men cleave not to the Lord, | cc d vbz d cst np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 vmb vhi, av crd crd, crd cc d np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d po12 n2, (c-acp dt j n1 q-crq n2 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7521 | and please his whole Will is, because they have many things to care for, and •eep, | and please his Whole Will is, Because they have many things to care for, and •eep, | cc vvi po31 j-jn n1 vbz, c-acp pns32 vhb d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7522 | and please, which we account friends, which are the Lords enemies, Satan and world) to serve him without fear, i. e. | and please, which we account Friends, which Are the lords enemies, Satan and world) to serve him without Fear, i. e. | cc vvi, r-crq pns12 vvb n2, r-crq vbr dt n2 n2, np1 cc n1) pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, uh. sy. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7523 | in love, and in holinesse and righteousnesse, i. e. | in love, and in holiness and righteousness, i. e. | p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 cc n1, uh. sy. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7524 | his whole Will all •ur daies. And hence Eph. 5. 8, 9. They were darknesse, but now are light, by Faith, | his Whole Will all •ur days. And hence Ephesians 5. 8, 9. They were darkness, but now Are Light, by Faith, | po31 j-jn n1 d n1 n2. cc av np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vbdr n1, cc-acp av vbr j, p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7525 | now there is sanctity, Walk as children of the light. Wherein consists that? Proving what is acceptable to God. | now there is sanctity, Walk as children of the Light. Wherein consists that? Proving what is acceptable to God. | av pc-acp vbz n1, vvb p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1. c-crq vvz d? vvg r-crq vbz j p-acp np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7526 | Hence Eph. 6. 6. They should please Christ, doing the Will of God from the heart. | Hence Ephesians 6. 6. They should please christ, doing the Will of God from the heart. | av np1 crd crd pns32 vmd vvi np1, vdg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7527 | And this is so necessary, that Gal. 1. 10• The Apostle saith, If I please men, i. e. | And this is so necessary, that Gal. 1. 10• The Apostle Says, If I please men, i. e. | cc d vbz av j, cst np1 crd n1 dt n1 vvz, cs pns11 vvb n2, uh. sy. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7528 | their wills, I am not Christs. And this is walking worthy of the Lord, pleasing him in all things, and this is fruit, the end of the tree and leaves also, | their wills, I am not Christ. And this is walking worthy of the Lord, pleasing him in all things, and this is fruit, the end of the tree and leaves also, | po32 n2, pns11 vbm xx npg1. cc d vbz vvg j pp-f dt n1, vvg pno31 p-acp d n2, cc d vbz n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7529 | and differencing a tree from all other, that be beautiful, but barren, Col. 1. 10. But why do you make this to consist in pleasing the whole will of Christ, | and differencing a tree from all other, that be beautiful, but barren, Col. 1. 10. But why do you make this to consist in pleasing the Whole will of christ, | cc vvg dt n1 p-acp d n-jn, cst vbb j, cc-acp j, np1 crd crd cc-acp q-crq vdb pn22 vvi d pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1231 | Page 217 |
7530 | and not of God the Creator? |
and not of God the Creator? | cc xx pp-f np1 dt n1? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1232 | Page 217 |
7531 | 1. Because our sanctification now cannot please God as a Creator, |
1. Because our sanctification now cannot please God as a Creator, though it may ple•se him that is the Creator in christ, | crd p-acp po12 n1 av vmbx vvi np1 p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vmb vvi pno31 cst vbz dt n1 p-acp np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1233 | Page 217 |
7532 | because only perfect Hol•ness can please him. | Because only perfect Hol•ness can please him. | c-acp av-j j n1 vmb vvi pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1233 | Page 217 |
7533 | 2. Because Christ hath pleased the Father by the Holiness of himself, now this being done, | 2. Because christ hath pleased the Father by the Holiness of himself, now this being done, | crd p-acp np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31, av d vbg vdn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1234 | Page 217 |
7534 | and therefore God having put all things into his hands, having done that for us, we are to give content to him. | and Therefore God having put all things into his hands, having done that for us, we Are to give content to him. | cc av np1 vhg vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n2, vhg vdn d p-acp pno12, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1234 | Page 217 |
7535 | And herein our sanctification is differing from the Image Adam had, who in closing with the will of God, looked upon him as a Creator; | And herein our sanctification is differing from the Image Adam had, who in closing with the will of God, looked upon him as a Creator; | cc av po12 n1 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 vhd, r-crq p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1234 | Page 217 |
7536 | ours respects a Redeemer, who hath bough• us to himself, and hence we are to respect him in our acts now. | ours respects a Redeemer, who hath bough• us to himself, and hence we Are to respect him in our acts now. | png12 vvz dt n1, r-crq vhz n1 pno12 p-acp px31, cc av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po12 n2 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1234 | Page 217 |
7537 | But why doth the soul close with the whole will of Christ, i. e. so far as 'tis made known? |
But why does the soul close with the Whole will of christ, i. e. so Far as it's made known? | cc-acp q-crq vdz dt n1 av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, sy. sy. av av-j c-acp pn31|vbz vvn vvn? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1235 | Page 217 |
7538 | First, |
First, Because the holiness of christ h•re chiefly discovers it self, and against this a carnal heart will discover it self. | ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr av-jn vvz pn31 n1, cc p-acp d dt j n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1236 | Page 217 |
7539 | For Copern•ites may boast in, and give entertainment to the person of Christ, but when they come to repent (which was one part of his will) that they did not, that they would not ▪ Wo therefore to thee Ca•ern••m: | For Copern•ites may boast in, and give entertainment to the person of christ, but when they come to Repent (which was one part of his will) that they did not, that they would not ▪ Woe Therefore to thee Ca•ern••m: | p-acp vvz vmb vvi p-acp, cc vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi (r-crq vbds crd n1 pp-f po31 n1) cst pns32 vdd xx, cst pns32 vmd xx ▪ n1 av p-acp pno21 np1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1236 | Page 217 |
7540 | as many will close with Christ for pardon of sin, and lay their sacks on him, | as many will close with christ for pardon of since, and lay their sacks on him, | c-acp d vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1236 | Page 217 |
7541 | but you must burthen your self with them, or the Lord will never ease you of them. | but you must burden your self with them, or the Lord will never ease you of them. | cc-acp pn22 vmb n1 po22 n1 p-acp pno32, cc dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pn22 pp-f pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1236 | Page 217 |
7542 | Oh no, and hence they have light sorrow for sin; many will embrace the comforts of Christ and love of Christ, and this joys them, | O no, and hence they have Light sorrow for since; many will embrace the comforts of christ and love of christ, and this Joys them, | uh uh-dx, cc av pns32 vhb j n1 p-acp n1; d vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc d vvz pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1236 | Page 217 |
7543 | yet the will of Christ that is wearisome to them, Rom. 8. 8. They will pick and chuse. | yet the will of christ that is wearisome to them, Rom. 8. 8. They will pick and choose. | av dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz j p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1236 | Page 217 |
7544 | Secondly, Because this discovers a deep ditch of deceit in the heart, many take up some duties ▪ and why do they do them? Because they please the Lord, | Secondly, Because this discovers a deep ditch of deceit in the heart, many take up Some duties ▪ and why do they do them? Because they please the Lord, | ord, c-acp d vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, d vvb a-acp d n2 ▪ cc q-crq vdb pns32 vdb pno32? p-acp pns32 vvb dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1237 | Page 217 |
7545 | and the Lord commands, and for his sake, when indeed 'tis to please themselves: for in other things they care not whether they please the Lord or no. | and the Lord commands, and for his sake, when indeed it's to please themselves: for in other things they care not whither they please the Lord or no. | cc dt n1 vvz, cc p-acp po31 n1, c-crq av pn31|vbz pc-acp vvi px32: c-acp p-acp j-jn n2 pns32 vvb xx cs pns32 vvb dt n1 cc uh-dx. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1237 | Page 218 |
7546 | Thirdly, Because this closing with his whole will only gives the Lord content: | Thirdly, Because this closing with his Whole will only gives the Lord content: | ord, c-acp d vvg p-acp po31 j-jn n1 av-j vvz dt n1 n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1238 | Page 218 |
7547 | As 'tis not the strings, or striking upon one string that makes the Musick, but striking on them all according to rule. So here: | As it's not the strings, or striking upon one string that makes the Music, but striking on them all according to Rule. So Here: | c-acp pn31|vbz xx dt n2, cc vvg p-acp crd n1 cst vvz dt n1, cc-acp vvg p-acp pno32 d vvg pc-acp vvi. av av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1238 | Page 218 |
7548 | And hence when they sacri••eed and observed new Moons, Isai. 1. 14. Who hath required these things at your hands? Hence when the people began to put the Lord off with mean per•ormances, any common stuffe, the Lord takes state upon him, | And hence when they sacri••eed and observed new Moons, Isaiah 1. 14. Who hath required these things At your hands? Hence when the people began to put the Lord off with mean per•ormances, any Common stuff, the Lord Takes state upon him, | cc av c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvd j n2, np1 crd crd r-crq vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po22 n2? av c-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp p-acp j n2, d j n1, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1238 | Page 218 |
7549 | and saith he is a King, Mal. 1. 14. & 9, 10. I have no pleasure in you. | and Says he is a King, Malachi 1. 14. & 9, 10. I have no pleasure in you. | cc vvz pns31 vbz dt n1, np1 crd crd cc crd, crd pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn22. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1238 | Page 218 |
7550 | Fourthly, Because this only will give peace; | Fourthly, Because this only will give peace; | ord, c-acp d j vmb vvi n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1239 | Page 218 |
7551 | and therefore let any man begin to pick and chuse, and his heart die to the Lords will, | and Therefore let any man begin to pick and choose, and his heart die to the lords will, | cc av vvb d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc po31 n1 vvi p-acp dt n2 vmb, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1239 | Page 218 |
7552 | if Ionah like he will flie from any way of the Lords and continue there, he shall have storms; | if Jonah like he will fly from any Way of the lords and continue there, he shall have storms; | cs np1 av-j pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 cc vvb a-acp, pns31 vmb vhi n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1239 | Page 218 |
7553 | and hence 1 Iohn 2. 3, 4, 5. Hereby we know him, &c. 4. He closeth with the whole will of the Lord as his happiness and utmost end; | and hence 1 John 2. 3, 4, 5. Hereby we know him, etc. 4. He closeth with the Whole will of the Lord as his happiness and utmost end; | cc av crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd av pns12 vvb pno31, av crd pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc j n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1239 | Page 218 |
7554 | as a man made himself his last end before, and desired God and Christ only to keep his sores from aking, | as a man made himself his last end before, and desired God and christ only to keep his sores from aching, | c-acp dt n1 vvd px31 po31 ord n1 a-acp, cc vvd np1 cc np1 av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp j-vvg, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7555 | for so I look upon all men made up of wants; | for so I look upon all men made up of Wants; | c-acp av pns11 vvb p-acp d n2 vvd a-acp pp-f n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7556 | if the body ake with cold, stomack with hunger, head for want of sleep, Conscience for sin, all happiness lies in the easing hereof, and here lies their bliss. So now the soul make; | if the body ache with cold, stomach with hunger, head for want of sleep, Conscience for since, all happiness lies in the easing hereof, and Here lies their bliss. So now the soul make; | cs dt n1 vvi p-acp j-jn, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp n1, d n1 vvz p-acp dt vvg av, cc av vvz po32 n1. av av dt n1 vvb; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7557 | the life of the Lord its happiness to live unto him, Gal. 2. 20. He makes it his meat and drink to do the Lords will; | the life of the Lord its happiness to live unto him, Gal. 2. 20. He makes it his meat and drink to do the lords will; | dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz pn31 po31 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vdi dt n2 vmb; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7558 | for Iehu sought the Lord, but his last end was himself, as Iohn 16. 2. A man may kill, and think he doth God good service, but that is not his last end; | for Iehu sought the Lord, but his last end was himself, as John 16. 2. A man may kill, and think he does God good service, but that is not his last end; | p-acp np1 vvd dt n1, cc-acp po31 ord n1 vbds px31, c-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 vmb vvi, cc vvb pns31 vdz n1 j n1, p-acp d vbz xx po31 ord n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7637 | Hence the Saints are said to sell away all for this Treasure, for this Pearle, for the Lord: | Hence the Saints Are said to fell away all for this Treasure, for this Pearl, for the Lord: | av dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp vvb av av-d c-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 220 |
7559 | a carnal heart may cross his own wi••, but not his own utmost end, as Iudas: A man may seek the Lord with delight, | a carnal heart may cross his own wi••, but not his own utmost end, as Iudas: A man may seek the Lord with delight, | dt j n1 vmb vvi po31 d n1, cc-acp xx po31 d j n1, c-acp np1: dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7560 | and follow the Ordinances, and fast, and pray, but himself is his end still, Zac. 7. 5, 6. Isai. 58. 4, 5. As a man that goes to a City, he will do your businesse, | and follow the Ordinances, and fast, and pray, but himself is his end still, Zac. 7. 5, 6. Isaiah 58. 4, 5. As a man that Goes to a city, he will do your business, | cc vvi dt n2, cc av-j, cc vvb, cc-acp px31 vbz po31 n1 av, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vdi po22 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7561 | but he would not go unless he had his own ends to bring about there. But those that are truly sanctified, make the Lord their last end and happiness. | but he would not go unless he had his own ends to bring about there. But those that Are truly sanctified, make the Lord their last end and happiness. | cc-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi cs pns31 vhd po31 d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp a-acp. p-acp d cst vbr av-j vvn, vvb dt n1 po32 ord n1 cc n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7562 | It's not only good to do the Lords will (for thus men may seek the Lord) as thinking it good so to do, | It's not only good to do the lords will (for thus men may seek the Lord) as thinking it good so to do, | pn31|vbz xx av-j j pc-acp vdi dt n2 vmb (c-acp av n2 vmb vvi dt n1) p-acp vvg pn31 j av pc-acp vdi, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7563 | but as their blessednesse, else 'tis not their last end, and so not sought as their last end; | but as their blessedness, Else it's not their last end, and so not sought as their last end; | cc-acp c-acp po32 n1, av pn31|vbz xx po32 ord n1, cc av xx vvn p-acp po32 ord n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7564 | and so 'tis with the soul? As a River running to the Sea, many Springs run into it, | and so it's with the soul? As a River running to the Sea, many Springs run into it, | cc av pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1? p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, d n2 vvb p-acp pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7565 | but it carries them down all with it; so there are many occasions, hindrances, businesse•, yet it carries them all down with it, | but it carries them down all with it; so there Are many occasions, hindrances, businesse•, yet it carries them all down with it, | cc-acp pn31 vvz pno32 a-acp d p-acp pn31; av a-acp vbr d n2, n2, n1, av pn31 vvz pno32 d a-acp p-acp pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7566 | even the more violently, the more 'tis hindred, Psal. 119. 126, 127. Therefore love I them above gold. | even the more violently, the more it's hindered, Psalm 119. 126, 127. Therefore love I them above gold. | av dt av-dc av-j, dt av-dc pn31|vbz vvn, np1 crd crd, crd av vvb pns11 pno32 p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7567 | And this expresseth it self in three things: | And this Expresses it self in three things: | cc d vvz pn31 n1 p-acp crd n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1240 | Page 218 |
7568 | 1. In admiring at the glory of the Lord, and his will and ways, and accounting them happy men, | 1. In admiring At the glory of the Lord, and his will and ways, and accounting them happy men, | crd p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po31 n1 cc n2, cc vvg pno32 j n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1241 | Page 218 |
7569 | and blessed, that thus can do and live. For sometime the soul is decayed and •allen from this, or sick and weak; | and blessed, that thus can do and live. For sometime the soul is decayed and •allen from this, or sick and weak; | cc j-vvn, cst av vmb vdi cc vvi. p-acp av dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp d, cc j cc j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1241 | Page 218 |
7570 | now it accounts them happy, that have health and strength to walk abroad, Psal. 1. 1, 2. 2. In being never at rest in his minde until now that he comes to this; | now it accounts them happy, that have health and strength to walk abroad, Psalm 1. 1, 2. 2. In being never At rest in his mind until now that he comes to this; | av pn31 vvz pno32 j, cst vhb n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av, np1 crd crd, crd crd p-acp vbg av p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 c-acp av cst pns31 vvz p-acp d; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1241 | Page 218 |
7571 | for therein a mans ••king any thing his last end appears; | for therein a men ••king any thing his last end appears; | c-acp av dt ng1 vvg d n1 po31 ord n1 vvz; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1242 | Page 218 |
7572 | as he made his goods his last end, Luke 12. 19. Now therefore my soul be at rest, for there is no seeking the Lord but self-seeking hinders; | as he made his goods his last end, Lycia 12. 19. Now Therefore my soul be At rest, for there is no seeking the Lord but self-seeking hinders; | c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n2-j po31 ord n1, av crd crd av av po11 n1 vbb p-acp n1, p-acp pc-acp vbz dx vvg dt n1 p-acp j vvz; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1242 | Page 218 |
7573 | Now though it be thus yet, Do I make my self my last end? then my minde would be at rest; | Now though it be thus yet, Do I make my self my last end? then my mind would be At rest; | av cs pn31 vbb av av, vdb pns11 vvi po11 n1 po11 ord n1? cs po11 n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1242 | Page 218 |
7574 | but if sanctified, its not at rest till now: | but if sanctified, its not At rest till now: | cc-acp cs vvn, pn31|vbz xx p-acp n1 c-acp av: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1242 | Page 218 |
7575 | And hence Paul when he had run this race, now you see him leaning upon his pillow, 2 Tim. 4. 6, 7. And hence Saints are loth to die and be blessed in heaven, | And hence Paul when he had run this raze, now you see him leaning upon his pillow, 2 Tim. 4. 6, 7. And hence Saints Are loath to die and be blessed in heaven, | cc av np1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d n1, av pn22 vvb pno31 vvg p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc av n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1242 | Page 218 |
7576 | because they 〈 ◊ 〉 done so little work as yet; | Because they 〈 ◊ 〉 done so little work as yet; | c-acp pns32 〈 sy 〉 vdn av j n1 c-acp av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1242 | Page 218 |
7577 | little do the Saints for the Lord many times, yet their hearts are upright, for what mourn they for so much as this, | little doe the Saints for the Lord many times, yet their hearts Are upright, for what mourn they for so much as this, | j n1 dt n2 p-acp dt n1 d n2, av po32 n2 vbr j, p-acp r-crq vvb pns32 p-acp av av-d c-acp d, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1242 | Page 218 |
7578 | when they have lookt upon it; oh that the Lord hath been a looser by them ▪ | when they have looked upon it; o that the Lord hath been a looser by them ▪ | c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pn31; uh cst dt n1 vhz vbn dt jc p-acp pno32 ▪ | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1242 | Page 218 |
7616 | onely 'tis in the Lord, drawing nigh to the soul in these, and drawing the soul at last near to himself by these. | only it's in the Lord, drawing High to the soul in these, and drawing the soul At last near to himself by these. | av-j pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp ord av-j p-acp px31 p-acp d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1261 | Page 220 |
7579 | 3. It carries the soul thorow all difficulties with power and delight, Prov. 10. 29. The way of the Lord is strength to the righteous, and joy. | 3. It carries the soul thorough all difficulties with power and delight, Curae 10. 29. The Way of the Lord is strength to the righteous, and joy. | crd pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1 p-acp dt j, cc n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1243 | Page 218 |
7580 | ••om. 7. 22. I do delight in the law of God in the 〈 ◊ 〉 man. | ••om. 7. 22. I do delight in the law of God in the 〈 ◊ 〉 man. | n1. crd crd pns11 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1243 | Page 218 |
7581 | Other Nations walk in the Name of their Gods, we in ours, Micah 4. 5. As when wealth or honour is a mans utmost end, with what violence are men carried to it; | Other nations walk in the Name of their God's, we in ours, micah 4. 5. As when wealth or honour is a men utmost end, with what violence Are men carried to it; | j-jn n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns12 p-acp png12, np1 crd crd p-acp q-crq n1 cc n1 vbz dt ng1 j n1, p-acp r-crq n1 vbr n2 vvn p-acp pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1243 | Page 218 |
7582 | and hence a man thinks he hath never such good days as then when he can do much for the Lord; | and hence a man thinks he hath never such good days as then when he can do much for the Lord; | cc av dt n1 vvz pns31 vhz av d j n2 c-acp av c-crq pns31 vmb vdi av-d p-acp dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1243 | Page 219 |
7583 | and hence when any duty is to be done, when fearful to do it, or loth to perform it, | and hence when any duty is to be done, when fearful to do it, or loath to perform it, | cc av c-crq d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, c-crq j pc-acp vdi pn31, cc j pc-acp vvi pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1243 | Page 219 |
7584 | when the heart is dead, yet beholding it with a spiritual eye, that this gives Ie••vah honour, oh this carries the soul headlong even into miseries, Not my will, 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 be done. | when the heart is dead, yet beholding it with a spiritual eye, that this gives Ie••vah honour, o this carries the soul headlong even into misery's, Not my will, 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 be done. | c-crq dt n1 vbz j, av vvg pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cst d vvz np1 n1, uh d vvz dt n1 av-j av p-acp n2, xx po11 n1, 〈 sy sy 〉 vbi vdn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1243 | Page 219 |
7585 | This easeth the heart, even in the belly of Hell, and in times of the deepest desertion. | This eases the heart, even in the belly of Hell, and in times of the Deepest desertion. | d vvz dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp n2 pp-f dt js-jn n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1243 | Page 219 |
7586 | To this Sanctification all the Saints do come, every one in their measure; | To this Sanctification all the Saints do come, every one in their measure; | p-acp d n1 d dt n2 vdb vvi, d pi p-acp po32 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1244 | Page 219 |
7587 | and if ever the soul tasted the Lords love, or ever was humbled with the bitterness of sin, the first voice and main care is; | and if ever the soul tasted the lords love, or ever was humbled with the bitterness of since, the First voice and main care is; | cc cs av dt n1 vvd dt n2 vvb, cc av vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt ord n1 cc j n1 vbz; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1244 | Page 219 |
7588 | Lord, What 〈 ◊ 〉 th•u have me to do? Nay, though no assurance, and it cannot joy in the Lords love, yet it will in the Lords will; | Lord, What 〈 ◊ 〉 th•u have me to do? Nay, though no assurance, and it cannot joy in the lords love, yet it will in the lords will; | n1, q-crq 〈 sy 〉 uh-np vhi pno11 pc-acp vdi? uh, cs dx n1, cc pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n2 vvb, av pn31 vmb p-acp dt n2 vmb; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1244 | Page 219 |
7589 | and hence when it hath fall assurance, yet finding such a vile heart, if God should give it heaven with such a heart it would be death ▪ And hence when he thinks of going to Hell, | and hence when it hath fallen assurance, yet finding such a vile heart, if God should give it heaven with such a heart it would be death ▪ And hence when he thinks of going to Hell, | cc av c-crq pn31 vhz vvn n1, av vvg d dt j n1, cs np1 vmd vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d dt n1 pn31 vmd vbi n1 ▪ cc av c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f vvg p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1244 | Page 219 |
7590 | yet there (saith he) let me•blesse thee ▪ This Sanctification all unsound hearts do want; | yet there (Says he) let me•blesse thee ▪ This Sanctification all unsound hearts do want; | av a-acp (vvz pns31) vvb n1 pno21 ▪ d n1 d j n2 vdb vvi; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1244 | Page 219 |
7591 | much Reformation, much affection, many duties, but their end is not changed, though their lives be, and hearts seem to be. | much Reformation, much affection, many duties, but their end is not changed, though their lives be, and hearts seem to be. | d n1, d n1, d n2, cc-acp po32 n1 vbz xx vvn, cs po32 n2 vbb, cc n2 vvb pc-acp vbi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1245 | Page 219 |
7592 | 1. Because they cannot love the Lord, because the Lord doth never shed his love into their hearts. | 1. Because they cannot love the Lord, Because the Lord does never shed his love into their hearts. | crd p-acp pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vdz av-x vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1246 | Page 219 |
7593 | 2. This was the life of Christ, Iohn 8. 29. of which life they that are dead in sin never have one act, | 2. This was the life of christ, John 8. 29. of which life they that Are dead in since never have one act, | crd d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pp-f r-crq n1 pns32 d vbr j p-acp n1 av-x vhb crd n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1247 | Page 219 |
7594 | though they may think they have. | though they may think they have. | cs pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vhb. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1247 | Page 219 |
7595 | 3. This is the end of our Election, which therefore an unsound heart may as soon attain to, | 3. This is the end of our Election, which Therefore an unsound heart may as soon attain to, | crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq av dt j n1 vmb a-acp av vvi p-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1248 | Page 219 |
7596 | as to elect, or to be elected of God, Eph. 1. 4. holy in love. | as to elect, or to be elected of God, Ephesians 1. 4. holy in love. | c-acp pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd crd j p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1248 | Page 219 |
7597 | This may be easily known, 1. Cannot a man know when he is happy? 2. Cannot Peter tell Christ that he loves him? 3. Cannot a man tell whether he be an Hypocrite or no? For he that cannot prove his utmost end is changed, must confess himself an Hypocrite yet, his heart was never changed, what ever assurance or peace he hath had; | This may be Easily known, 1. Cannot a man know when he is happy? 2. Cannot Peter tell christ that he loves him? 3. Cannot a man tell whither he be an Hypocrite or no? For he that cannot prove his utmost end is changed, must confess himself an Hypocrite yet, his heart was never changed, what ever assurance or peace he hath had; | d vmb vbi av-j vvn, crd vmbx dt n1 vvb c-crq pns31 vbz j? crd vmbx np1 vvb np1 cst pns31 vvz pno31? crd vmbx dt n1 vvb cs pns31 vbb dt n1 cc dx? p-acp pns31 cst vmbx vvi po31 j n1 vbz vvn, vmb vvi px31 dt n1 av, po31 n1 vbds av-x vvn, r-crq av n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz vhn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1249 | Page 219 |
7598 | a thing is never good till it serves its end it was made for. Oh therefore look that you content not your selves with Reformation, but come to this; | a thing is never good till it serves its end it was made for. O Therefore look that you content not your selves with Reformation, but come to this; | dt n1 vbz av-x j c-acp pn31 vvz po31 n1 pn31 vbds vvn p-acp. uh av vvb cst pn22 vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp d; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1249 | Page 219 |
7599 | else 1. You lose all your obedience, the Lord regards it not, the Lord will take all from you, | Else 1. You loose all your Obedience, the Lord regards it not, the Lord will take all from you, | av crd pn22 vvb d po22 n1, dt n1 vvz pn31 xx, dt n1 vmb vvi d p-acp pn22, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1250 | Page 219 |
7600 | as Vessels that are made to hold Wine, and they cannot, lay them by, the Lord hath no pleasure in you, Mal. 1. 8, 9, 10. 2. If you do, the Lord will accept your meanest and poorest services: Consider, | as Vessels that Are made to hold Wine, and they cannot, lay them by, the Lord hath no pleasure in you, Malachi 1. 8, 9, 10. 2. If you do, the Lord will accept your Meanest and Poorest services: Consider, | c-acp n2 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1, cc pns32 vmbx, vvb pno32 p-acp, dt n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp pn22, np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd cs pn22 vdb, dt n1 vmb vvi po22 js cc js n2: vvb, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1250 | Page 219 |
7601 | 1. Christ cast by his Robes being privie to his own worth, to become obedient, Phil. 2. 6, 8. 2. His infinite Wisdom is in every command, though thy carnal reason like it not. | 1. christ cast by his Robes being privy to his own worth, to become obedient, Philip 2. 6, 8. 2. His infinite Wisdom is in every command, though thy carnal reason like it not. | crd np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2 vbg j p-acp po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi j, np1 crd crd, crd crd po31 j n1 vbz p-acp d n1, cs po21 j n1 av-j pn31 xx. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1251 | Page 219 |
7602 | 3. His infinite love for thy good, though thou thinkest 'tis for thy hurt. 4. His glory, though thou gettest no good at all by it. SECT. VI. VI. Fulness of the Spirit of Glory, in the room of the world. | 3. His infinite love for thy good, though thou Thinkest it's for thy hurt. 4. His glory, though thou gettest not good At all by it. SECT. VI. VI. Fullness of the Spirit of Glory, in the room of the world. | crd po31 j n1 p-acp po21 j, cs pns21 vv2 pn31|vbz p-acp po21 n1. crd po31 n1, cs pns21 vv2 xx j p-acp d p-acp pn31. n1. crd. crd. n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1253 | Page 219 |
7603 | WHom the Lord doth justifi•, those he doth glorifie, Rom. 8. 30. i. e. with the Glory of another world, which though it be hid for a time from others, | WHom the Lord does justifi•, those he does Glorify, Rom. 8. 30. i. e. with the Glory of Another world, which though it be hid for a time from Others, | ro-crq dt n1 vdz n1, d pns31 vdz vvi, np1 crd crd sy. sy. p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1255 | Page 219 |
7604 | and somtimes from themselves, yet they do partake of it now, and it shall be revealed upon them another day, 1 Pet. 5. 1. Now though Hypocrites may tast of the Word, | and sometimes from themselves, yet they do partake of it now, and it shall be revealed upon them Another day, 1 Pet. 5. 1. Now though Hypocrites may taste of the Word, | cc av p-acp px32, av pns32 vdb vvi pp-f pn31 av, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 j-jn n1, crd np1 crd crd av cs n2 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1255 | Page 219 |
7605 | nay, of the powers of the world to 〈 ◊ 〉, yet they f•ll short of this measure of Glory. | nay, of the Powers of the world to 〈 ◊ 〉, yet they f•ll short of this measure of Glory. | uh-x, pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp 〈 sy 〉, av pns32 vvb j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1255 | Page 219 |
7606 | And I say, this fills them in the room of this world. | And I say, this fills them in the room of this world. | cc pns11 vvb, d vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1255 | Page 219 |
7607 | How ar• men full of the world? And what is the Spirit of Glory? |
How ar• men full of the world? And what is the Spirit of Glory? | q-crq n1 n2 j pp-f dt n1? cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1256 | Page 219 |
7608 | I shall 〈 … 〉 three Conclusions. | I shall 〈 … 〉 three Conclusions. | pns11 vmb 〈 … 〉 crd n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1257 | Page 220 |
7609 | That the 〈 ◊ 〉 rest and peace of the soul it's to be found only in the presence of God Almigh•y, in this Being of Beings. | cst dt 〈 sy 〉 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j, p-acp d vbg pp-f n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1258 | Page 220 | |
7610 | Hi• Perfections are in •••self, and hence 〈 … 〉 •. A 〈 … 〉 to the Church to be 〈 ◊ 〉 God as •e can. •. The son of 〈 ◊ 〉, to whom the Promises 〈 ◊ 〉 made. | Hi• Perfections Are in •••self, and hence 〈 … 〉 •. A 〈 … 〉 to the Church to be 〈 ◊ 〉 God as •e can. •. The son of 〈 ◊ 〉, to whom the Promises 〈 ◊ 〉 made. | n1 n2 vbr p-acp n1, cc av 〈 … 〉 •. dt 〈 … 〉 pc-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi 〈 sy 〉 uh-np c-acp n1 vmb. •. dt n1 pp-f 〈 sy 〉, p-acp ro-crq av vvz 〈 sy 〉 vvd. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1258 | Page 220 |
7611 | And then, 3. King of Ierusalem, the last and least, He is that house and home of his people, | And then, 3. King of Ierusalem, the last and least, He is that house and home of his people, | cc av, crd n1 pp-f np1, dt ord cc ds, pns31 vbz d n1 cc n1-an pp-f po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1261 | Page 220 |
7612 | whether in fleeting or setled condition, from one generation to another, Psel. ••. 1. So that the Prophet finding this to be most true, I say, stands astonished at men; | whither in fleeting or settled condition, from one generation to Another, Psel. ••. 1. So that the Prophet finding this to be most true, I say, Stands astonished At men; | cs p-acp vvg cc j-vvn n1, p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, n1. ••. crd av cst dt n1 vvg d pc-acp vbi av-ds j, pns11 vvb, vvz vvn p-acp n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1261 | Page 220 |
7613 | and because men had deaf ears here, and their bellies could not hear, he cries to the Heavens to be astonished at this, Ier. 2. 12, 13. This wine the Lord puts under his Lock and Key; | and Because men had deaf ears Here, and their bellies could not hear, he cries to the Heavens to be astonished At this, Jeremiah 2. 12, 13. This wine the Lord puts under his Lock and Key; | cc c-acp n2 vhd j n2 av, cc po32 n2 vmd xx vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd d n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1261 | Page 220 |
7614 | 'Tis not to be found in earth, in Church-Liberties, you may soon see this Temple not one stone left upon another, | It's not to be found in earth, in Church-Liberties, you may soon see this Temple not one stone left upon Another, | pn31|vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n2, pn22 vmb av vvi d n1 xx crd n1 vvn p-acp j-jn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1261 | Page 220 |
7617 | That all Reprobates being estranged from God, and God from them, are also strangers to this resty this life of God, |
That all Reprobates being estranged from God, and God from them, Are also Strangers to this resty this life of God, this life of Glory, Ephesians 4. 18. and Therefore seek for it and seek it out of the Paps of the •reature, | cst d n2-jn vbg vvn p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp pno32, vbr av n2 p-acp d j d n1 pp-f np1, d n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cc av vvb p-acp pn31 cc vvb pn31 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7618 | and that which is not God. | and that which is not God. | cc cst r-crq vbz xx np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7619 | And thus their hearts are full of the world, Psal. 17. 14. Dust they eat, and upon their bell•es they go, shift for it where they will, they shall never find it in him: | And thus their hearts Are full of the world, Psalm 17. 14. Dust they eat, and upon their bell•es they go, shift for it where they will, they shall never find it in him: | cc av po32 n2 vbr j pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd n1 pns32 vvb, cc p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vvb, vvb p-acp pn31 c-crq pns32 vmb, pns32 vmb av-x vvi pn31 p-acp pno31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7620 | And if they do find it any where else in this world, let them fill themselves to the full, | And if they do find it any where Else in this world, let them fill themselves to the full, | cc cs pns32 vdb vvi pn31 d c-crq av p-acp d n1, vvb pno32 vvi px32 p-acp dt j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7621 | for they have their portion, they have their reward. | for they have their portion, they have their reward. | c-acp pns32 vhb po32 n1, pns32 vhb po32 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7622 | And hence they do (•• unregenera•e men living) find their rest in somthing out of God ▪ rest to their Co•sciences in duties, | And hence they do (•• unregenera•e men living) find their rest in something out of God ▪ rest to their Co•sciences in duties, | cc av pns32 vdb (•• vbb n2 vvg) vvb po32 n1 p-acp pi av pp-f np1 ▪ n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7623 | and somthing of God, rest of their hearts in some Creatures, either ••lawful or •••ful, Mat. 24. 38. And there is never a carnal bea••, | and something of God, rest of their hearts in Some Creatures, either ••lawful or •••ful, Mathew 24. 38. And there is never a carnal bea••, | cc pi pp-f np1, n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d n2, d j cc j, np1 crd crd cc pc-acp vbz av-x dt j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7624 | but give him his imaginary content here, and he would desire to live here as a• •xile from God, | but give him his imaginary content Here, and he would desire to live Here as a• •xile from God, | cc-acp vvb pno31 po31 j n1 av, cc pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1 n1 p-acp np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7625 | and to be without him, if there were no Hell, no plagues, etc. For here is their treasure, not above; | and to be without him, if there were no Hell, no plagues, etc For Here is their treasure, not above; | cc pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1, dx n2, av p-acp av vbz po32 n1, xx a-acp; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7626 | here are thy good things: and this is the very reason why a man lives without God, | Here Are thy good things: and this is the very reason why a man lives without God, | av vbr po21 j n2: cc d vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7627 | nay when he stands convinced 〈 ◊ 〉, nay when troubled with thoughts of this, | nay when he Stands convinced 〈 ◊ 〉, nay when troubled with thoughts of this, | uh-x c-crq pns31 vvz vvd 〈 sy 〉, uh-x q-crq vvd p-acp n2 pp-f d, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7628 | and no duties can ease him, because somthing out of God is his bottom to stand upon, and his rest and peace; | and no duties can ease him, Because something out of God is his bottom to stand upon, and his rest and peace; | cc dx n2 vmb vvi pno31, c-acp pi av pp-f np1 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc po31 n1 cc n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7629 | It may be meat, drink, health, sleep, occasional delights and a quiet life. | It may be meat, drink, health, sleep, occasional delights and a quiet life. | pn31 vmb vbi n1, n1, n1, n1, j n2 cc dt j-jn n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7630 | That as 'tis with Seamen, they can endure winds and weather, and rent Sayls, and torn Masts, | That as it's with Seamen, they can endure winds and weather, and rend Sails, and torn Masts, | cst c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2, pns32 vmb vvi n2 cc n1, cc j-vvn n2, cc vvn n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7631 | because they live upon that Trade; another will not: So 'tis here. Though many troubles of mind, yet they ply that Oa•, 'tis their living. | Because they live upon that Trade; Another will not: So it's Here. Though many Troubles of mind, yet they ply that Oa•, it's their living. | c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d n1; j-jn vmb xx: av pn31|vbz av. cs d n2 pp-f n1, av pns32 vvb cst np1, pn31|vbz po32 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1262 | Page 220 |
7632 | That all those whom the Lord intends good unto, |
That all those whom the Lord intends good unto, those he calls in time out of this world into his Eternal Glory of rest and peace, out of this world into Another. | cst d d r-crq dt n1 vvz j p-acp, d pns31 vvz p-acp n1 av pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av pp-f d n1 p-acp j-jn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 220 |
7633 | And as their hearts were filled with another world before, so their hearts are filled with the Glory of this other world now, Iohn 17. 14, 16. 1 Pe•. 5. 1•. | And as their hearts were filled with Another world before, so their hearts Are filled with the Glory of this other world now, John 17. 14, 16. 1 Pe•. 5. 1•. | cc c-acp po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp j-jn n1 a-acp, av po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 av, np1 crd crd, crd crd np1. crd n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 220 |
7634 | And this rest and peace in God is the Glory of the Saints. | And this rest and peace in God is the Glory of the Saints. | cc d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 220 |
7635 | That look as 'tis with Reprobates, What is their last and great woe? 2 Thes. 1. 9. 'Tis separation from the Lord; So this is the great Glory of the Saints, to enter in to him, | That look as it's with Reprobates, What is their last and great woe? 2 Thebes 1. 9. It's separation from the Lord; So this is the great Glory of the Saints, to enter in to him, | cst n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2-jn, q-crq vbz po32 n1 cc j n1? crd np1 crd crd pn31|vbz n1 p-acp dt n1; av d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 220 |
7636 | as M•s•• did into the Cloud, and so to rest in him. I go to my God and your God. | as M•s•• did into the Cloud, and so to rest in him. I go to my God and your God. | c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt n1, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. pns11 vvb p-acp po11 n1 cc po22 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 220 |
7638 | And so the Lord is in stead of all, and better to them than all they had before. | And so the Lord is in stead of all, and better to them than all they had before. | cc av dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f d, cc jc p-acp pno32 av d pns32 vhd a-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 220 |
7639 | They can live royally upon him, having but one thing to look to, and having all things 〈 ◊ 〉 this one thing; | They can live royally upon him, having but one thing to look to, and having all things 〈 ◊ 〉 this one thing; | pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno31, vhg p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vhg d n2 〈 sy 〉 d crd n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 221 |
7640 | and more royally than the Prin••• of the world can upon their Lusts and earthly Treasures. | and more royally than the Prin••• of the world can upon their Lustiest and earthly Treasures. | cc av-dc av-j cs dt np1 pp-f dt n1 vmb p-acp po32 n2 cc j n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 221 |
7641 | This is the rest and 〈 ◊ 〉 the Saints have, 〈 ◊ 〉. 4. 3. They that beli••• do enter into rest. | This is the rest and 〈 ◊ 〉 the Saints have, 〈 ◊ 〉. 4. 3. They that beli••• do enter into rest. | d vbz dt n1 cc 〈 sy 〉 dt n2 vhb, 〈 sy 〉. crd crd pns32 d n1 vdb vvi p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 221 |
7642 | God 〈 ◊ 〉 them out of the world by some bitterness of it, or by some cloying and 〈 ◊ 〉 and making their hearts weary of the sweetness thereof, | God 〈 ◊ 〉 them out of the world by Some bitterness of it, or by Some cloying and 〈 ◊ 〉 and making their hearts weary of the sweetness thereof, | np1 〈 sy 〉 pno32 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31, cc p-acp d j-vvg cc 〈 sy 〉 cc vvg po32 n2 j pp-f dt n1 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 221 |
7643 | and then they enter into Glory. | and then they enter into Glory. | cc av pns32 vvb p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 221 |
7644 | The Lord sees nothing can fill their hearts no• stop their cries, 〈 ◊ 〉 him, | The Lord sees nothing can fill their hearts no• stop their cries, 〈 ◊ 〉 him, | dt n1 vvz pix vmb vvi po32 ng1 n1 vvi po32 n2, 〈 sy 〉 pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 221 |
7645 | and now this Sea of Glory breaks in upon them, and fills their hearts: | and now this Sea of Glory breaks in upon them, and fills their hearts: | cc av d n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp p-acp pno32, cc vvz po32 n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 221 |
7646 | And this the Lord doth two waies, according as there are two things in that good that fills the heart: 1. Proportion. 2. Propriety. | And this the Lord does two ways, according as there Are two things in that good that fills the heart: 1. Proportion. 2. Propriety. | cc d dt n1 vdz crd n2, vvg a-acp a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp d j cst vvz dt n1: crd n1. crd n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1263 | Page 221 |
7647 | So there are two Raies of eternal Glory chiefly, whereby the Lord give full rest and peace, | So there Are two Rays of Eternal Glory chiefly, whereby the Lord give full rest and peace, | av a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f j n1 av-jn, c-crq dt n1 vvb j n1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1264 | Page 221 |
7648 | and so Glory to his people. | and so Glory to his people. | cc av n1 p-acp po31 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1264 | Page 221 |
7649 | 1. He reveals the good they are to enjoy in another world, in its full proportion, viz. what is the riches of the inheritance of the Saints, Eph. 1. 17, 18. For no good satisfies till 'tis known in its greatness, | 1. He reveals the good they Are to enjoy in Another world, in its full proportion, viz. what is the riches of the inheritance of the Saints, Ephesians 1. 17, 18. For no good Satisfies till it's known in its greatness, | crd pns31 vvz dt j pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp po31 j n1, n1 r-crq vbz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dx j vvz c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7650 | though yet there be degrees of this. | though yet there be Degrees of this. | cs av pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7651 | For we shall see many Christians have assurance, where is the joy of it? No• affected with it, | For we shall see many Christians have assurance, where is the joy of it? No• affected with it, | c-acp pns12 vmb vvi d njpg2 vhb n1, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31? np1 vvn p-acp pn31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7652 | because he knowes not what it is at that time. | Because he knows not what it is At that time. | c-acp pns31 vvz xx r-crq pn31 vbz p-acp d n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7653 | At another time his heart is above all the world, because he sees what is that Glory the Saints 〈 ◊ 〉, | At Another time his heart is above all the world, Because he sees what is that Glory the Saints 〈 ◊ 〉, | p-acp j-jn n1 po31 n1 vbz p-acp d dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz r-crq vbz d n1 dt n2 〈 sy 〉, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7654 | and that he hath it, it swallows him up and confounds him. Why me Lo•d! | and that he hath it, it Swallows him up and confounds him. Why me Lo•d! | cc cst pns31 vhz pn31, pn31 vvz pno31 a-acp cc vvz pno31. q-crq pno11 n1! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7655 | And this is the reason why the Saints doubt, whom the Lord hath loosned from their lusts and all things here. | And this is the reason why the Saints doubt, whom the Lord hath loosened from their Lustiest and all things Here. | cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n2 vvb, ro-crq dt n1 vhz j-vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc d n2 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7656 | What so vile, and all that 〈 ◊ 〉 ▪ And this the reason why when doubting, | What so vile, and all that 〈 ◊ 〉 ▪ And this the reason why when doubting, | q-crq av j, cc d cst 〈 sy 〉 ▪ cc d dt n1 c-crq c-crq vvg, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7657 | so that there is nothing in this 〈 ◊ 〉 that doth quiet them, nothing from God that doth ease them, | so that there is nothing in this 〈 ◊ 〉 that does quiet them, nothing from God that does ease them, | av cst pc-acp vbz pix p-acp d 〈 sy 〉 cst vdz vvi pno32, pix p-acp np1 cst vdz vvi pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7658 | yet their hearts are sweetly eased: | yet their hearts Are sweetly eased: | av po32 n2 vbr av-j vvn: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7659 | Their desires are after him, and their delights in his company, better go to Hell thus than in my sins; | Their Desires Are After him, and their delights in his company, better go to Hell thus than in my Sins; | po32 n2 vbr p-acp pno31, cc po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1, av-jc vvi p-acp n1 av cs p-acp po11 n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7660 | and the thoughts of the Lord are sweet, because he hath and doth secretly fill their hearts. | and the thoughts of the Lord Are sweet, Because he hath and does secretly fill their hearts. | cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j, c-acp pns31 vhz cc vdz av-jn vvi po32 n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7661 | Somthing they have or do see in him, Isa. 26. 8. And hence is the reason of the sorrows of them, | Something they have or do see in him, Isaiah 26. 8. And hence is the reason of the sorrows of them, | pi pns32 vhb cc vdb vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7662 | when their hearts are worst, now though they have the world, yet are not at rest, | when their hearts Are worst, now though they have the world, yet Are not At rest, | c-crq po32 n2 vbr js, av cs pns32 vhb dt n1, av vbr xx p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7663 | because they have and do see somthing of this. | Because they have and do see something of this. | c-acp pns32 vhb cc vdb vvi pi pp-f d. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1265 | Page 221 |
7664 | 2. He reveals by the Spirit and Light of Glory that this good is theirs, their propriety. | 2. He reveals by the Spirit and Light of Glory that this good is theirs, their propriety. | crd pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cst d j vbz png32, po32 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7665 | The first gives rest to the soul, viz, the Spirit of vision incompleatly. | The First gives rest to the soul, videlicet, the Spirit of vision incompletely. | dt ord vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, av, dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7666 | This Spirit of Faith whereby the soul knows all this good is mine, this gives it compleatly. | This Spirit of Faith whereby the soul knows all this good is mine, this gives it completely. | d n1 pp-f n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz d d j vbz png11, d vvz pn31 av-j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7667 | Now the New Ierusalem is come dow• •rom Heaven, and God is among men, 1 Pet. 1. 8. For if a Christian sees the greatness of this glory, | Now the New Ierusalem is come dow• •rom Heaven, and God is among men, 1 Pet. 1. 8. For if a Christian sees the greatness of this glory, | av dt j np1 vbz vvn n1 av n1, cc np1 vbz p-acp n2, crd np1 crd crd p-acp cs dt njp vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7668 | but not as his, the soul will never cleave to the Lord indeed, nor finde full rest; | but not as his, the soul will never cleave to the Lord indeed, nor find full rest; | cc-acp xx p-acp png31, dt n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 av, ccx vvi j n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7669 | and hence when the riches of Gods grace is revealed, and the Feast set before them, they do not eat, | and hence when the riches of God's grace is revealed, and the Feast Set before them, they do not eat, | cc av c-crq dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vdb xx vvi, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7670 | because they fear they were not bidden. | Because they Fear they were not bidden. | c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vbdr xx vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7671 | Now both these give full peace and rest to the soul, when the soul hath the Lord Ieh•vah in his arms, | Now both these give full peace and rest to the soul, when the soul hath the Lord Ieh•vah in his arms, | av d d vvb j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vhz dt n1 np1 p-acp po31 n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7672 | and hence he cares not now when death comes: Oh it shall be a welcome day to them! | and hence he Cares not now when death comes: O it shall be a welcome day to them! | cc av pns31 vvz xx av c-crq n1 vvz: uh pn31 vmb vbi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7673 | And hence they wish they might sin no more, or cease to be. And hence they wish they could set even the whole world a wondring. | And hence they wish they might sin no more, or cease to be. And hence they wish they could Set even the Whole world a wondering. | cc av pns32 vvb pns32 vmd vvi av-dx av-dc, cc vvb pc-acp vbi. cc av pns32 vvb pns32 vmd vvi av dt j-jn n1 dt vvg. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7674 | Was it ever heard since the world began of s•ch a pattern of mercy? Its true, the Lord indeed keeps his Servants for a time under much darkness and doubts, | Was it ever herd since the world began of s•ch a pattern of mercy? Its true, the Lord indeed keeps his Servants for a time under much darkness and doubts, | vbds pn31 av vvn p-acp dt n1 vvd pp-f j dt n1 pp-f n1? po31 j, dt n1 av vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 cc n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7675 | but it's certain even in the meanest Saint this light is sown for them, and joy for the upright in heart, and some work there is for the Lord to do for them, | but it's certain even in the Meanest Saint this Light is sown for them, and joy for the upright in heart, and Some work there is for the Lord to do for them, | cc-acp pn31|vbz j av p-acp dt js n1 d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvb p-acp dt j p-acp n1, cc d n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7676 | and then he kee•s a Sabbath of rest in them. But have not many Hypocrites their joyes, |
and then he kee•s a Sabbath of rest in them. But have not many Hypocrites their Joys, their peace, their Glory? | cc av pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. cc-acp vhb xx d n2 po32 n2, po32 n1, po32 n1? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1266 | Page 221 |
7677 | Yes, |
Yes, they have Some tastes and likeness to this, but want this indeed; and the difference appears in three Particulars. | uh, pns32 vhb d vvz cc n1 p-acp d, cc-acp vvb d av; cc dt n1 vvz p-acp crd n2-j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1268 | Page 221 |
7678 | 1. The peace and joy and assurance of that Glory which eye never saw in the Saints, 'tis from the witness of the Spirit of Glory; | 1. The peace and joy and assurance of that Glory which eye never saw in the Saints, it's from the witness of the Spirit of Glory; | crd dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq n1 av-x vvd p-acp dt n2, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 221 |
7679 | not only because that God is their God, but because they are his people. | not only Because that God is their God, but Because they Are his people. | xx av-j c-acp d n1 vbz po32 n1, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr po31 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 221 |
7680 | 'Tis I say from the witness of God in his Word, not from themselves, nor from man only that they approve me, 〈 ◊ 〉 from dreams and Diabolical breathings, | It's I say from the witness of God in his Word, not from themselves, nor from man only that they approve me, 〈 ◊ 〉 from dreams and Diabolical breathings, | pn31|vbz pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, xx p-acp px32, ccx p-acp n1 av-j cst pns32 vvb pns11, 〈 sy 〉 p-acp n2 cc j n2-vvg, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 222 |
7681 | but from the Spirit of God, 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 of it, and from such a Spirit (that yo• may know it) that not only shews you God is your God, | but from the Spirit of God, 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 of it, and from such a Spirit (that yo• may know it) that not only shows you God is your God, | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, 〈 sy sy 〉 pp-f pn31, cc p-acp d dt n1 (cst n1 vmb vvi pn31) d xx av-j vvz pn22 n1 vbz po22 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 222 |
7682 | and so you rejoyce because of this, for thus 'tis with many a carnal heart, and he hath peace, being i• horro•, from this, the Lord loves me; | and so you rejoice Because of this, for thus it's with many a carnal heart, and he hath peace, being i• horro•, from this, the Lord loves me; | cc av pn22 vvb c-acp pp-f d, c-acp av pn31|vbz p-acp d dt j n1, cc pns31 vhz n1, vbg n1 n1, p-acp d, dt n1 vvz pno11; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 222 |
7683 | but he makes you to rejoyce because you are the Lords people, because he hath changed your heart, | but he makes you to rejoice Because you Are the lords people, Because he hath changed your heart, | cc-acp pns31 vvz pn22 pc-acp vvi c-acp pn22 vbr dt n2 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po22 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 222 |
7684 | now the peace is sound, and joy is right; | now the peace is found, and joy is right; | av dt n1 vbz j, cc n1 vbz j-jn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 222 |
7685 | and here I would try the peace of any man, God hath witnessed pardon to thee, but 〈 ◊ 〉 he shown thee thou art his? If so, be thankful. | and Here I would try the peace of any man, God hath witnessed pardon to thee, but 〈 ◊ 〉 he shown thee thou art his? If so, be thankful. | cc av pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno21, cc-acp 〈 sy 〉 pns31 vvn pno21 pns21 vb2r po31? cs av, vbb j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 222 |
7686 | But here is the doubt, for it may be the change is not right. | But Here is the doubt, for it may be the change is not right. | p-acp av vbz dt n1, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vbz xx j-jn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 222 |
7687 | And hence those two are ever joyned together, Zach. 13. 9. Iohn 14. 20, 21, 22. Horror lies heavy, hence love is sweet; | And hence those two Are ever joined together, Zach 13. 9. John 14. 20, 21, 22. Horror lies heavy, hence love is sweet; | cc av d crd vbr av vvn av, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd n1 vvz j, av n1 vbz j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 222 |
7688 | sin lies heavy, hence this witness, they are changed, they are subd•ed and shall be so, this is sweet also. | since lies heavy, hence this witness, they Are changed, they Are subd•ed and shall be so, this is sweet also. | n1 vvz j, av d n1, pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vbr vvn cc vmb vbi av, d vbz j av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1269 | Page 222 |
7689 | 2. The rest and peace the Saints have, 'tis not only from God, but in him. | 2. The rest and peace the Saints have, it's not only from God, but in him. | crd dt n1 cc n1 dt n2 vhb, pn31|vbz xx av-j p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1270 | Page 222 |
7690 | 'Tis with the soul as with a Malefactor imprisoned and condemned, the Jaylor comes and tells him that he hath his pardon here brought him from the King; | It's with the soul as with a Malefactor imprisoned and condemned, the Jailor comes and tells him that he hath his pardon Here brought him from the King; | pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn cc vvn, dt n1 vvz cc vvz pno31 cst pns31 vhz po31 n1 av vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1270 | Page 222 |
7691 | How shall it be proved whether it be a device of his own Brain or no? Why if it be of the Jaylors own devising, he will never lead him before the face of the King, | How shall it be proved whither it be a device of his own Brain or no? Why if it be of the Jailors own devising, he will never led him before the face of the King, | q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc dx? q-crq cs pn31 vbb pp-f dt n2 d vvg, pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1270 | Page 222 |
7692 | but from him he shall be carried: But if the Messenger carry him before the King, and sets him down before him, | but from him he shall be carried: But if the Messenger carry him before the King, and sets him down before him, | cc-acp p-acp pno31 pns31 vmb vbi vvn: cc-acp cs dt n1 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1270 | Page 222 |
7693 | and as it was with Ioseph, his Prisongarments are put off, and he stands before the King, | and as it was with Ioseph, his Prisongarments Are put off, and he Stands before the King, | cc c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, po31 n2 vbr vvn a-acp, cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1270 | Page 222 |
7694 | and glories in his presence, now 'tis 〈 ◊ 〉. So many have peace, and Satan sets them at liberty, but carries them from God. | and Glories in his presence, now it's 〈 ◊ 〉. So many have peace, and Satan sets them At liberty, but carries them from God. | cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, av pn31|vbz 〈 sy 〉. av d vhb n1, cc np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvz pno32 p-acp np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1270 | Page 222 |
7695 | But when there is a witness of peace from him, and then you stand before him, | But when there is a witness of peace from him, and then you stand before him, | p-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1270 | Page 222 |
7696 | now 'tis from Heaven, Psal. 36. 7, 8. There is peace from him and 〈 ◊ 〉 in him, Psal. 37. 4. Delight thy self in the Lord, | now it's from Heaven, Psalm 36. 7, 8. There is peace from him and 〈 ◊ 〉 in him, Psalm 37. 4. Delight thy self in the Lord, | av pn31|vbz p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno31 cc 〈 sy 〉 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd n1 po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1270 | Page 222 |
7697 | and he shall give thee the desires of thy heart. When 'tis thus, all you desire is granted. | and he shall give thee the Desires of thy heart. When it's thus, all you desire is granted. | cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21 dt n2 pp-f po21 n1. c-crq pn31|vbz av, d pn22 vvb vbz vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1270 | Page 222 |
7698 | 3. The peace the Saints have both from God and in God, fills them with everlasting content and peace, Rom. 15. 13. Isa. 11. 9. Filled with the Knowledge of the Lord at the waters cover the Sea. The earth is the rest of the waters, | 3. The peace the Saints have both from God and in God, fills them with everlasting content and peace, Rom. 15. 13. Isaiah 11. 9. Filled with the Knowledge of the Lord At the waters cover the Sea. The earth is the rest of the waters, | crd dt n1 dt n2 vhb d p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1, vvz pno32 p-acp j n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vvb dt n1 dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7699 | and the waters fill all its empty place: | and the waters fill all its empty place: | cc dt n2 vvb d po31 j n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7700 | So 'tis here, the soul is the rest of the Lord, Isa. 11. 10. and he fills their empty hearts. | So it's Here, the soul is the rest of the Lord, Isaiah 11. 10. and he fills their empty hearts. | av pn31|vbz av, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cc pns31 vvz po32 j n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7701 | A Malefactor may dream •e is before the King, when he hath his Fetters on his legs; | A Malefactor may dream •e is before the King, when he hath his Fetters on his legs; | dt n1 vmb vvi n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7702 | but his dream feeds him not, but when he awakes, he is hungry: | but his dream feeds him not, but when he awakes, he is hungry: | cc-acp po31 n1 vvz pno31 xx, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vbz j: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7703 | And so 'tis with many a carnal heart that is in a dream for a time, | And so it's with many a carnal heart that is in a dream for a time, | cc av pn31|vbz p-acp d dt j n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7704 | but he meets not with eternal satisfaction, Psal. 65. 4. & Psal. 90. 14. And hence men after they have had their peace, grow more bold to sin, | but he meets not with Eternal satisfaction, Psalm 65. 4. & Psalm 90. 14. And hence men After they have had their peace, grow more bold to since, | cc-acp pns31 vvz xx p-acp j n1, np1 crd crd cc np1 crd crd cc av n2 c-acp pns32 vhb vhn po32 n1, vvb av-dc j p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7705 | and more impenitent in sin, and more worldly than ever before, because they have not everlasting joy; | and more impenitent in since, and more worldly than ever before, Because they have not everlasting joy; | cc av-dc j p-acp n1, cc av-dc j cs av a-acp, c-acp pns32 vhb xx j n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7706 | as those, Isa. 35. 10. Everlasting joyes shall be upon their head (whereas a carnal heart hath soon enough of God) not everlasting, without intermission of joy, | as those, Isaiah 35. 10. Everlasting Joys shall be upon their head (whereas a carnal heart hath soon enough of God) not everlasting, without intermission of joy, | c-acp d, np1 crd crd j n2 vmb vbi p-acp po32 n1 (cs dt j n1 vhz av av-d pp-f np1) xx j, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7707 | for they must have their rights and tears, as well as their days and joys; but everlasting, without decay of joy; | for they must have their rights and tears, as well as their days and Joys; but everlasting, without decay of joy; | c-acp pns32 vmb vhi po32 n2-jn cc n2, c-acp av c-acp po32 n2 cc n2; cc-acp j, p-acp n1 pp-f n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7708 | that though they have their tears, yet God wipes them away; | that though they have their tears, yet God wipes them away; | cst cs pns32 vhb po32 n2, av np1 vvz pno32 av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7709 | there is nothing else, their joy, their peace, and so their hearts are for ever satisfied here. | there is nothing Else, their joy, their peace, and so their hearts Are for ever satisfied Here. | pc-acp vbz pix av, po32 n1, po32 n1, cc av po32 n2 vbr p-acp av vvn av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7710 | As Christ, when he knew it was finished, now he gave up the Ghost, so when the oul •inds he is come, | As christ, when he knew it was finished, now he gave up the Ghost, so when the oul •inds he is come, | p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pn31 vbds vvn, av pns31 vvd a-acp dt n1, av c-crq dt n1 vvz pns31 vbz vvn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7711 | now it dies to the world, and makes its perpetual abode in him. | now it die to the world, and makes its perpetual Abided in him. | av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz po31 j n1 p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7712 | Others will have their Carrion, and their stolen waters, how clean soever they 〈 ◊ 〉 their mouths. | Others will have their Carrion, and their stolen waters, how clean soever they 〈 ◊ 〉 their mouths. | ng2-jn vmb vhi po32 n1, cc po32 j-vvn n2, c-crq j av pns32 〈 sy 〉 po32 n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1271 | Page 222 |
7713 | But have not the Saints many sorrowes, |
But have not the Saints many sorrows, Reproaches, persecutions? Rom. 8. 18. They Are not worthy the Glory to be revealed. | cc-acp vhb xx dt n2 d n2, n2, n2? np1 crd crd pns32 vbr xx j dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1272 | Page 222 |
7714 | 2 Cor. 4. 17. They work a weight of Glory, and in these they glory. Oh the Lords Love is shed in their hearts ▪ Rom. 5. 3, 5. | 2 Cor. 4. 17. They work a weight of Glory, and in these they glory. O the lords Love is shed in their hearts ▪ Rom. 5. 3, 5. | crd np1 crd crd pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d pns32 vvb. uh dt n2 vvb vbz vvn p-acp po32 n2 ▪ np1 crd crd, crd | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1273 | Page 222 |
7715 | But have they not many losses, |
But have they not many losses, and Wants, and straights? and then where is their joy? | cc-acp vhb pns32 xx d n2, cc n2, cc n2? cc av q-crq vbz po32 n1? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1274 | Page 222 |
7716 | A camal heart he murmures indeed, |
A camal heart he murmurs indeed, and sinks, and die away, but it's not so he•e, Ha•. 3. 17, 18. A Saint take• it out in him, in the Lord, it makes all the world too narrow for him. | dt j n1 pns31 n2 av, cc n2, cc vvz av, cc-acp pn31|vbz xx av j, np1. crd crd, crd dt n1 n1 pn31 av p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz d dt n1 av j c-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1275 | Page 222 |
7717 | Others are burnt and consumed in the fire, but so is not he that hath the Son of God with him. | Others Are burned and consumed in the fire, but so is not he that hath the Son of God with him. | ng2-jn vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av vbz xx pns31 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1275 | Page 223 |
7718 | But he hath many sins and Temptations. |
But he hath many Sins and Temptations. 1 Pet. 1. 5, 6, 7. You greatly rejoice in the Salvation reserved for you, | p-acp pns31 vhz d n2 cc n2. vvn np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn22 av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pn22, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1276 | Page 223 |
7719 | though now your Faith have a precious trial by manifold temptations. | though now your Faith have a precious trial by manifold temptations. | cs av po22 n1 vhb dt j n1 p-acp j n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1277 | Page 223 |
7720 | But are not the hearts of the Saints taken off from the Lord, |
But Are not the hearts of the Saints taken off from the Lord, and taken up with other things? | cc-acp vbr xx dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp j-jn n2? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1278 | Page 223 |
7721 | No, |
No, never as carnal men's Are, Tit. 2. 12. For God's Grace that hath appeared to them, Teaches them to deny worldly Lustiest, as we deny children their asking. | uh-dx, av c-acp j ng2 vbr, np1 crd crd p-acp npg1 n1 cst vhz vvn p-acp pno32, vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi j n2, c-acp pns12 vvb n2 po32 vvg. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1279 | Page 223 |
7722 | They may greedily carry the soul by fits from the Lord, but he denies them their fill in any Creature, | They may greedily carry the soul by fits from the Lord, but he Denies them their fill in any Creature, | pns32 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 po32 n1 p-acp d n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1279 | Page 223 |
7723 | and calls them all to come up hither. He denies them as we do Beggars entrance, | and calls them all to come up hither. He Denies them as we do Beggars Entrance, | cc vvz pno32 d p-acp vvb a-acp av. pns31 vvz pno32 c-acp pns12 vdi ng1 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1279 | Page 223 |
7724 | and if they do enter, he denies them lodging, they shall not have good looks from them. | and if they do enter, he Denies them lodging, they shall not have good looks from them. | cc cs pns32 vdb vvi, pns31 vvz pno32 n1, pns32 vmb xx vhi j n2 p-acp pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1279 | Page 223 |
7725 | Every vile heart hath either a proud, or worldly, or covetous heart, and these lusts being urgent and entreiting long, he cannot deny them the best room he has. | Every vile heart hath either a proud, or worldly, or covetous heart, and these Lustiest being urgent and entreiting long, he cannot deny them the best room he has. | np1 j n1 vhz d dt j, cc j, cc j n1, cc d n2 vbg j cc vvg av-j, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32 dt js n1 pns31 vhz. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1279 | Page 223 |
7726 | Oh 'tis the woe of men they cannot but do thus. | O it's the woe of men they cannot but do thus. | uh pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 pns32 vmbx cc-acp vdb av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1279 | Page 223 |
7727 | But thus you see this world is cast out, and Glory comes in to all Saints: | But thus you see this world is cast out, and Glory comes in to all Saints: | p-acp av pn22 vvb d n1 vbz vvn av, cc n1 vvz p-acp p-acp d n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1280 | Page 223 |
7728 | Oh this world is the cause of all sin! 1. W•y do men neglect duties in secret? 2. Sleep at Meetings? | O this world is the cause of all since! 1. W•y do men neglect duties in secret? 2. Sleep At Meetings? | uh d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1! crd np1 vdb n2 vvi n2 p-acp j-jn? crd n1 p-acp n2? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1280 | Page 223 |
7729 | 3. Though so fair abroad, yet passionate at home, and storms there? 4. Whence are wars and wranglings about rates and lots? Oh this world! | 3. Though so fair abroad, yet passionate At home, and storms there? 4. Whence Are wars and wranglings about rates and lots? O this world! | crd cs av j av, av j p-acp n1-an, cc n2 a-acp? crd q-crq vbr n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp n2 cc n2? uh d n1! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1283 | Page 223 |
7730 | 5. Whence Apostacy? 'Tis not with you as in former times, worse now th•n in persecution; | 5. Whence Apostasy? It's not with you as in former times, Worse now th•n in persecution; | crd q-crq n1? pn31|vbz xx p-acp pn22 a-acp p-acp j n2, jc av vvn p-acp n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1285 | Page 223 |
7731 | and Sermon-proof now? Oh this world! Whence is hardness of heart? Oh somthing of the world easeth you! | and Sermonproof now? O this world! Whence is hardness of heart? O something of the world eases you! | cc n1 av? uh d n1! q-crq vbz n1 pp-f n1? uh pi pp-f dt n1 vvz pn22! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1285 | Page 223 |
7732 | And whence is it that men with rich stocks are goodly things, and wondred at; | And whence is it that men with rich stocks Are goodly things, and wondered At; | cc q-crq vbz pn31 d n2 p-acp j n2 vbr j n2, cc vvd p-acp; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1285 | Page 223 |
7733 | and Holiness and walking with God, and things of Heaven are nothing? Oh this evil world! | and Holiness and walking with God, and things of Heaven Are nothing? O this evil world! | cc n1 cc vvg p-acp np1, cc n2 pp-f n1 vbr pix? uh d j-jn n1! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1285 | Page 223 |
7734 | Oh Adulterers and Adulteresses, know you not that you hate the Lord, and the Lord you? 'Tis the cause of all thy sin, | O Adulterers and Adulteresses, know you not that you hate the Lord, and the Lord you? It's the cause of all thy since, | uh n2 cc n2, vvb pn22 xx cst pn22 vvb dt n1, cc dt n1 pn22? pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d po21 n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1285 | Page 223 |
7735 | but see withal 'tis the cause of all thy sorrow, Heaven and the Glory of that would enter, | but see withal it's the cause of all thy sorrow, Heaven and the Glory of that would enter, | cc-acp vvb av pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d po21 n1, n1 cc dt n1 pp-f cst vmd vvi, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1285 | Page 223 |
7736 | but for it, but that it cannot, because thou art full of it. | but for it, but that it cannot, Because thou art full of it. | cc-acp c-acp pn31, cc-acp cst pn31 vmbx, c-acp pns21 vb2r j pp-f pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1285 | Page 223 |
7737 | Oh poor Creatures, take your Farewel quickly of it, or the Lord will meet with you for it! | O poor Creatures, take your Farewell quickly of it, or the Lord will meet with you for it! | uh j n2, vvb po22 n1 av-j pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp pn31! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1285 | Page 223 |
7738 | Cry to the Lord, oh call me to come up unto thy self! Thus you see the Fulness of the Spirit which the Saints have; | Cry to the Lord, o call me to come up unto thy self! Thus you see the Fullness of the Spirit which the Saints have; | n1 p-acp dt n1, uh vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po21 n1! av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq dt n2 vhb; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1285 | Page 223 |
7739 | and therefore that conceit, that Saints have nothing whereby to discern them, let it for ever perish and rot. SECT. VII. TAke heed you fall not short of the Grace of God, |
and Therefore that conceit, that Saints have nothing whereby to discern them, let it for ever perish and rot. SECT. VII. TAke heed you fallen not short of the Grace of God, of the promise and Spirit of Grace, Hebrew 12. 15. O get Oil in your Vessels! | cc av d n1, cst n2 vhb pix c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32, vvb pn31 p-acp av vvi cc vvi. n1. np1. vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd uh vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1286 | Page 223 |
7740 | When there is much counterfeit Gold abroad, every man will have his Scales, and not only look and rub, | When there is much counterfeit Gold abroad, every man will have his Scales, and not only look and rub, | c-crq a-acp vbz d j-jn n1 av, d n1 vmb vhi po31 n2, cc xx av-j vvi cc vvi, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 223 |
7741 | but he will weigh every piece he takes: | but he will weigh every piece he Takes: | cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi d n1 pns31 vvz: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 223 |
7742 | Was there ever more Counterfeits abro•d, or such similitudes of the Truth? Insomuch as some in their Opinions, think it impossible, others in their practises find it hard and very difficult to distinguish the one from the other. | Was there ever more Counterfeits abro•d, or such Similitudes of the Truth? Insomuch as Some in their Opinions, think it impossible, Others in their practises find it hard and very difficult to distinguish the one from the other. | vbds a-acp av av-dc vvz j, cc d n2 pp-f dt n1? av c-acp d p-acp po32 n2, vvb pn31 j, n2-jn p-acp po32 n2 vvi pn31 av-j cc av j pc-acp vvi dt crd p-acp dt n-jn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 223 |
7743 | Oh but there is a vast distance and difference! As ever you look for Mercy, get this Oyl in your Vessel. | O but there is a vast distance and difference! As ever you look for Mercy, get this Oil in your Vessel. | uh cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc n1! p-acp av pn22 vvb p-acp n1, vvb d n1 p-acp po22 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 223 |
7744 | As ever you look for peace, know that you have it in your Vessel. | As ever you look for peace, know that you have it in your Vessel. | p-acp av pn22 vvb p-acp n1, vvb cst pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp po22 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 223 |
7745 | I am perswaded that there is never a soul that follows the Lord tremblingly and tenderly, | I am persuaded that there is never a soul that follows the Lord tremblingly and tenderly, | pns11 vbm vvn cst pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 av-vvg cc av-j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 223 |
7746 | but when he hears of this, sends up his sighs, good Lord let me not fail here; | but when he hears of this, sends up his sighs, good Lord let me not fail Here; | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f d, vvz a-acp po31 n2, j n1 vvb pno11 xx vvi av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 223 |
7747 | better never have had thy Name in my Forehead, nor affection in my heart, than to want Oyl in my Vessel: | better never have had thy Name in my Forehead, nor affection in my heart, than to want Oil in my Vessel: | av-jc av-x vhi vhn po21 n1 p-acp po11 n1, ccx n1 p-acp po11 n1, cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po11 n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 223 |
7748 | And I am perswaded he trembles to think, what if I should perish at the last? And yet how many never have strong fears of failing here, that have most cause so to do. | And I am persuaded he trembles to think, what if I should perish At the last? And yet how many never have strong fears of failing Here, that have most cause so to do. | cc pns11 vbm vvn pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, r-crq cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt ord? cc av c-crq d av vhb j n2 pp-f vvg av, cst vhb ds n1 av pc-acp vdi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 223 |
7749 | This Parable is directed to Virgin-Churches at the last period of the decrepit world; | This Parable is directed to Virgin-Churches At the last Period of the decrepit world; | d n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 224 |
7750 | wherein methinks the Lord Jesus speaks unto his people, There is much profession, affection, but o• take heed you perish not for want of oyle in your Vessel. | wherein methinks the Lord jesus speaks unto his people, There is much profession, affection, but o• take heed you perish not for want of oil in your Vessel. | q-crq vvz dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz d n1, n1, cc-acp n1 vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 224 |
7751 | Le• all your care be to get that, and fear to want that, wherein the Lord doth answer that fear, | Le• all your care be to get that, and Fear to want that, wherein the Lord does answer that Fear, | np1 d po22 n1 vbb pc-acp vvi d, cc vvb pc-acp vvi d, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi d n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 224 |
7752 | and question, and thought of his people: | and question, and Thought of his people: | cc n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 224 |
7753 | Oh what if I should perish at last? 〈 ◊ 〉 in your Vessel then, | O what if I should perish At last? 〈 ◊ 〉 in your Vessel then, | uh q-crq cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp ord? 〈 sy 〉 p-acp po22 n1 av, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 224 |
7754 | and if the Lord Jesus had been of that minde that there are no inherent graces in the Saints, | and if the Lord jesus had been of that mind that there Are no inherent graces in the Saints, | cc cs dt n1 np1 vhd vbn pp-f d n1 cst a-acp vbr dx j n2 p-acp dt n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 224 |
7755 | or so dim they cannot be known, or if known you are not to respect them as any signs, | or so dim they cannot be known, or if known you Are not to respect them as any Signs, | cc av vvb pns32 vmbx vbi vvn, cc cs vvn pn22 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 224 |
7756 | but to look for a witness of grace upon you, or out of you, without respecting or looking upon grace in you, he would never have reco•ded this Parable, which to wise Virgins is to prevent those conceipts: | but to look for a witness of grace upon you, or out of you, without respecting or looking upon grace in you, he would never have reco•ded this Parable, which to wise Virgins is to prevent those conceits: | cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, cc av pp-f pn22, p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp n1 p-acp pn22, pns31 vmd av-x vhi vvn d n1, r-crq p-acp j n2 vbz pc-acp vvi d n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 224 |
7757 | Oh therefore how many fall short here, and regard not this! | O Therefore how many fallen short Here, and regard not this! | uh av c-crq d n1 j av, cc vvb xx d! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1287 | Page 224 |
7758 | 1. Some fall short here by trusting to, and omnifying of Christ and grace, regarding not any grace within; | 1. some fallen short Here by trusting to, and omnifying of christ and grace, regarding not any grace within; | crd d n1 j av p-acp vvg p-acp, cc vvg pp-f np1 cc n1, vvg xx d n1 p-acp; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1288 | Page 224 |
7759 | they separate those things •rom one another which God hath joyned, and which a gracious heart joyns one to another: | they separate those things •rom one Another which God hath joined, and which a gracious heart joins one to Another: | pns32 vvb d n2 av crd n-jn r-crq np1 vhz vvn, cc r-crq dt j n1 vvz pi p-acp n-jn: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1288 | Page 224 |
7760 | They respect not sanctification, faith or vocation, they look to Christ, and can they honour Christ enough? Hence profess they that regard those things have trus•ed to their frames of heart, | They respect not sanctification, faith or vocation, they look to christ, and can they honour christ enough? Hence profess they that regard those things have trus•ed to their frames of heart, | pns32 vvb xx n1, n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc vmb pns32 vvi np1 d? av vvb pns32 cst vvb d n2 vhb vvn p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1288 | Page 224 |
7761 | and they scoffe at them that look to be justified by Faith: | and they scoff At them that look to be justified by Faith: | cc pns32 n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1288 | Page 224 |
7762 | Tis such a delusion as is likely to deceive (if possible) the very Elect. Look as it was with the Israelites, 1 Sam. 4. They were overthrown in the battel of the Philistines; but what's the cause, Oh send for the Ark where the strength and presence of God wa•, but what good did the Ark do them with unhumbled hearts, that looked to that, | This such a delusion as is likely to deceive (if possible) the very Elect. Look as it was with the Israelites, 1 Sam. 4. They were overthrown in the battle of the philistines; but what's the cause, O send for the Ark where the strength and presence of God wa•, but what good did the Ark do them with unhumbled hearts, that looked to that, | pn31|vbz d dt n1 c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi (cs j) dt j np1 vvb p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, crd np1 crd pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2; cc-acp q-crq|vbz dt n1, uh vvb p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 n1, p-acp r-crq av-j vdd dt n1 vdb pno32 p-acp j-vvn n2, cst vvd p-acp d, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1288 | Page 224 |
7763 | and trusted to that, but minde not themselves; and hence when Samuel bids the• tur• from their Idols, and serve the Lord only; now they do it; so here. | and trusted to that, but mind not themselves; and hence when Samuel bids the• tur• from their Idols, and serve the Lord only; now they do it; so Here. | cc vvd p-acp d, cc-acp n1 xx px32; cc av c-crq np1 vvz n1 n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi dt n1 av-j; av pns32 vdb pn31; av av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1288 | Page 224 |
7764 | 2. Some only look to the out-side, like those that built the tombe• and painted the Sepulchres of the Prophets: | 2. some only look to the outside, like those that built the tombe• and painted the Sepulchres of the prophets: | crd d av-j vvb p-acp dt n1-an, av-j d d vvd dt n1 cc j-vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n2: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1289 | Page 224 |
7765 | And hence if they be inwardly zealous for external Order, Ceremony, Ordinances, carriage in garments, speeches, &c. they think the bitterness of death is past, | And hence if they be inwardly zealous for external Order, Ceremony, Ordinances, carriage in garments, Speeches, etc. they think the bitterness of death is past, | cc av cs pns32 vbb av-j j p-acp j n1, n1, n2, n1 p-acp n2, n2, av pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1289 | Page 224 |
7766 | when Agag - like they are clad with such soft raiment, and hence if there be transgression here 'tis sad: | when Agag - like they Are clad with such soft raiment, and hence if there be Transgression Here it's sad: | c-crq np1 - zz pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d j n1, cc av cs pc-acp vbi n1 av pn31|vbz j: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1289 | Page 224 |
7767 | But what if they walk wi•h unbroken hearts? oh they respect not this! | But what if they walk wi•h unbroken hearts? o they respect not this! | cc-acp q-crq cs pns32 vvb av j n2? uh pns32 vvb xx d! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1289 | Page 224 |
7768 | And so their care being taken up in trimming and making the Vessel bright, they neglect to get oyle within. | And so their care being taken up in trimming and making the Vessel bright, they neglect to get oil within. | cc av po32 n1 vbg vvn a-acp p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 j, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1289 | Page 224 |
7769 | 3. Some fall short here by thinking this thought, that that grace which is inward is also sincere and unfained: | 3. some fallen short Here by thinking this Thought, that that grace which is inward is also sincere and unfeigned: | crd d n1 j av p-acp vvg d n1, cst d n1 r-crq vbz j vbz av j cc j: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1290 | Page 224 |
7770 | And hence do not judge themselves prophane nor civil, because of their profession, nor yet Hypocrites because they do not make only an outward shew, | And hence do not judge themselves profane nor civil, Because of their profession, nor yet Hypocrites Because they do not make only an outward show, | cc av vdb xx vvi px32 vvi ccx j, c-acp pp-f po32 n1, ccx av n2 c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi av-j dt j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1290 | Page 224 |
7771 | when as the dee•est hypocrisie lies under much inward affection many times: And hence they take every such work upon trust without weighing it, if double guilt, | when as the dee•est hypocrisy lies under much inward affection many times: And hence they take every such work upon trust without weighing it, if double guilt, | c-crq c-acp dt js n1 vvz p-acp d j n1 d n2: cc av pns32 vvb d d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg pn31, cs j-jn n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1290 | Page 224 |
7772 | and there is no shew of Coppe•, put it up, never enquiring where the bounds of truth and hypocrisie part; | and there is no show of Coppe•, put it up, never inquiring where the bounds of truth and hypocrisy part; | cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f np1, vvb pn31 a-acp, av-x vvg c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1290 | Page 224 |
7773 | And hence if they have inward comfort though by a dream, they take it; | And hence if they have inward Comfort though by a dream, they take it; | cc av cs pns32 vhb j n1 cs p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb pn31; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1290 | Page 224 |
7774 | If upon their sick beds after trouble they have had peace, they take it on trust; | If upon their sick Beds After trouble they have had peace, they take it on trust; | cs p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp n1 pns32 vhb vhn n1, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1290 | Page 224 |
7775 | if they have any promise of rest and peace, or feel some desires, love to Ordinances, and Gods people; | if they have any promise of rest and peace, or feel Some Desires, love to Ordinances, and God's people; | cs pns32 vhb d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvb d n2, vvb p-acp n2, cc ng1 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1290 | Page 224 |
7776 | they take hold on promises, and trust themselves without trying, without weighing: Sudden work is superficial. | they take hold on promises, and trust themselves without trying, without weighing: Sudden work is superficial. | pns32 vvb n1 p-acp n2, cc vvi px32 p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg: j n1 vbz j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1290 | Page 224 |
7777 | 4. Some feel a want of these things, and content themselves with desires, and so never come to be indeed 〈 ◊ 〉 they desire to be; | 4. some feel a want of these things, and content themselves with Desires, and so never come to be indeed 〈 ◊ 〉 they desire to be; | crd d vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc vvi px32 p-acp n2, cc av av-x vvb pc-acp vbi av 〈 sy 〉 pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 224 |
7778 | Its true, Saints feel wants and desire supply: But 1. They are never satisfied till 'tis so indeed: My flesh is meat indeed. | Its true, Saints feel Wants and desire supply: But 1. They Are never satisfied till it's so indeed: My Flesh is meat indeed. | pn31|vbz j, n2 vvb n2 cc n1 vvi: cc-acp crd pns32 vbr av-x vvn c-acp pn31|vbz av av: po11 n1 vbz n1 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 224 |
7779 | 2. They are humble and vile in their own eyes till the Lord help; | 2. They Are humble and vile in their own eyes till the Lord help; | crd pns32 vbr j cc j p-acp po32 d n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 224 |
7780 | but these like Solomons sluggard, desire and have not; whereas in things of lesser worth they will not do so, They will not only desire, but indeed till the ground; | but these like Solomons sluggard, desire and have not; whereas in things of lesser worth they will not do so, They will not only desire, but indeed till the ground; | cc-acp d j np1 n1, vvb cc vhb xx; cs p-acp n2 pp-f jc n1 pns32 vmb xx vdi av, pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi, cc-acp av c-acp dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 224 |
7781 | If one neglects to till, though they answer, I desire, and God accepts that, every one will say he is deceived; their hunger is their food; | If one neglects to till, though they answer, I desire, and God accepts that, every one will say he is deceived; their hunger is their food; | cs crd vvz p-acp c-acp, cs pns32 vvb, pns11 vvb, cc np1 vvz cst, d pi vmb vvi pns31 vbz vvn; po32 n1 vbz po32 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 224 |
7782 | they build the sluggards nest of desire, and there sit: Oh therefore take heed you fall not short here! | they built the sluggards nest of desire, and there fit: O Therefore take heed you fallen not short Here! | pns32 vvb dt n2 n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi: uh av vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx j av! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 224 |
7783 | Take heed your prayers and desires prove not lazie and unfaithful Messengers which you send to your Friends to come and help you, | Take heed your Prayers and Desires prove not lazy and unfaithful Messengers which you send to your Friends to come and help you, | vvb vvb po22 n2 cc n2 vvb xx j cc j n2 r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvb pn22, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 224 |
7785 | Oh therefore get oyle in your Vessels, do not only fear the Lord, but fear him greatly, 1 Sam. 12. 18. Do not only cleave to the Lord, | O Therefore get oil in your Vessels, do not only Fear the Lord, but Fear him greatly, 1 Sam. 12. 18. Do not only cleave to the Lord, | uh av vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2, vdb xx av-j vvi dt n1, p-acp n1 pno31 av-j, crd np1 crd crd vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 225 |
7786 | but with the whole heart, and cle•ve to him onely; Beg this of the Lord. | but with the Whole heart, and cle•ve to him only; Beg this of the Lord. | cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 av-j; vvb d pp-f dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 225 |
7787 | Look as poor people when they come to rich men that have full heaps, do say, let me have full measure, my family is poor, and charge great: So here. | Look as poor people when they come to rich men that have full heaps, do say, let me have full measure, my family is poor, and charge great: So Here. | n1 c-acp j n1 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp j n2 cst vhb j n2, vdb vvi, vvb pno11 vhi j n1, po11 n1 vbz j, cc vvb j: av av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1291 | Page 225 |
7788 | Consider if once you get this it will never die, |
Consider if once you get this it will never die, it shall increase exceedingly: Its a treasure you cannot part withal, that you shall never grow poor with; | vvb cs a-acp pn22 vvb d pn31 vmb av-x vvi, pn31 vmb vvi av-vvg: pn31|vbz dt n1 pn22 vmbx vvi av, cst pn22 vmb av-x vvi j p-acp; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1292 | Page 225 |
7789 | but Luke 8. 18. From him that hath not, shall be taken away that which he seemed to have. | but Lycia 8. 18. From him that hath not, shall be taken away that which he seemed to have. | cc-acp av crd crd p-acp pno31 cst vhz xx, vmb vbi vvn av cst r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1292 | Page 225 |
7790 | Oh many a one saith, I fear I shall fall at last, and I finde my heart so soon cooled; | O many a one Says, I Fear I shall fallen At last, and I find my heart so soon cooled; | uh d dt pi vvz, pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vvi p-acp ord, cc pns11 vvb po11 n1 av av vvn; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1292 | Page 225 |
7791 | Oh get this, nothing shall quench it again! | O get this, nothing shall quench it again! | uh vvb d, pix vmb vvi pn31 av! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1292 | Page 225 |
7792 | If you say I cannot keep it, I say it shall keep you, Prov. 2. 10, 11. Not when you have Christ and Spirit, | If you say I cannot keep it, I say it shall keep you, Curae 2. 10, 11. Not when you have christ and Spirit, | cs pn22 vvb pns11 vmbx vvi pn31, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vvi pn22, np1 crd crd, crd xx c-crq pn22 vhb np1 cc n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1292 | Page 225 |
7793 | and grace in your head, nor in your Conscience to give you peace, but in your heart; | and grace in your head, nor in your Conscience to give you peace, but in your heart; | cc n1 p-acp po22 n1, ccx p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 n1, cc-acp p-acp po22 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1292 | Page 225 |
7794 | and when nothing is sweet but that, nothing lies between your heart and that; | and when nothing is sweet but that, nothing lies between your heart and that; | cc c-crq pix vbz j p-acp d, pix vvz p-acp po22 n1 cc d; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1292 | Page 225 |
7795 | it shall now preserve and keep thee, it shall follow thee, fill thee, seal thee, live with thee, go to heaven with thee, &c. Mark this you feeble ones. | it shall now preserve and keep thee, it shall follow thee, fill thee, seal thee, live with thee, go to heaven with thee, etc. Mark this you feeble ones. | pn31 vmb av vvi cc vvi pno21, pn31 vmb vvi pno21, vvb pno21, vvb pno21, vvb p-acp pno21, vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, av vvb d pn22 j pi2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1292 | Page 225 |
7796 | Oh consider what a •ad thing it will be to thy heart to miss of, |
O Consider what a •ad thing it will be to thy heart to miss of, and loose the Lord At last; | uh vvb r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp ord; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1293 | Page 225 |
7797 | The servants in Isaac's Family did not mourn so much as Esan when the blessing was gone. | The Servants in Isaac's Family did not mourn so much as Esan when the blessing was gone. | dt n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vdd xx vvi av av-d c-acp n1 c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1293 | Page 225 |
7798 | Why? They never had hope of it, never were nee• it. He was so long in the field that the blessing was gone before he came, | Why? They never had hope of it, never were nee• it. He was so long in the field that the blessing was gone before he Come, | q-crq? pns32 av-x vhd n1 pp-f pn31, av-x vbdr n1 pn31. pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vbds vvn c-acp pns31 vvd, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1293 | Page 225 |
7799 | and he sold it away for a trifle: | and he sold it away for a trifle: | cc pns31 vvd pn31 av p-acp dt n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1293 | Page 225 |
7800 | So them that never came so neer the Lord and his blessing, never will have such sorrow, especially to think I sold it away for a trifle: | So them that never Come so near the Lord and his blessing, never will have such sorrow, especially to think I sold it away for a trifle: | av pns32 cst av-x vvd av av-j dt n1 cc po31 n1, av-x vmb vhi d n1, av-j pc-acp vvi pns11 vvd pn31 av p-acp dt n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1293 | Page 225 |
7801 | O thought Esa• that I had come a little sooner, &c. When Saul went to Gilgal to sacrifice, 1 Sam. 13. 10. He staid seven days, and then sacrificed before the Lord, but then his doom was passed by God: | Oh Thought Esa• that I had come a little sooner, etc. When Saul went to Gilgal to sacrifice, 1 Sam. 13. 10. He stayed seven days, and then sacrificed before the Lord, but then his doom was passed by God: | uh vvd np1 cst pns11 vhd vvn dt j av-c, av c-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvd crd n2, cc av vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp av po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1293 | Page 225 |
7802 | And its said presently Samvel came, Oh if he had staid a little longer! So you will one day think, I sought and waited but forsook the Lord. | And its said presently Samuel Come, O if he had stayed a little longer! So you will one day think, I sought and waited but forsook the Lord. | cc pn31|vbz vvn av-j np1 vvd, uh cs pns31 vhd vvn dt av-j jc! av pn22 vmb crd n1 vvi, pns11 vvd cc vvn p-acp vvd dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1293 | Page 225 |
7803 | Oh had I waited one day more I had been well. This is the reason why the Hypocrites portion is heaviest in Hell. | O had I waited one day more I had been well. This is the reason why the Hypocrites portion is Heaviest in Hell. | uh vhn pns11 vvn pi n1 av-dc pns11 vhd vbn av. d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n2 n1 vbz js p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1293 | Page 225 |
7804 | You will say, It will be heavy hereafter, |
You will say, It will be heavy hereafter, but not now? Yes, now to if you do Consider the Lord jesus is so full, | pn22 vmb vvi, pn31 vmb vbi j av, cc-acp xx av? uh, av p-acp cs pn22 vdb vvi dt n1 np1 vbz av j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1294 | Page 225 |
7805 | and thou not to have one drop of that which is saving, even when you come for it. | and thou not to have one drop of that which is Saving, even when you come for it. | cc pns21 xx pc-acp vhi crd n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz vvg, av c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1294 | Page 225 |
7806 | It was a heavy token of the Lords anger, 1 Sam. 14. 17. when the Lord answered not all that day (when yet he did not speak bitter things against them) because he did use to do it: | It was a heavy token of the lords anger, 1 Sam. 14. 17. when the Lord answered not all that day (when yet he did not speak bitter things against them) Because he did use to do it: | pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, crd np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvd xx d cst n1 (c-crq av pns31 vdd xx vvi j n2 p-acp pno32) p-acp pns31 vdd vvi pc-acp vdi pn31: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1294 | Page 225 |
7807 | It notes the anger of the Lord Jesus; | It notes the anger of the Lord jesus; | pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1294 | Page 225 |
7808 | as a man that hath abundance of bread, and yet gives not any, this argues he is very angry if he continue so; | as a man that hath abundance of bred, and yet gives not any, this argues he is very angry if he continue so; | c-acp dt n1 cst vhz n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvz xx d, d vvz pns31 vbz av j cs pns31 vvb av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1294 | Page 225 |
7809 | and if so, how canst thou sleep under it? Consider, |
and if so, how Canst thou sleep under it? Consider, Else the Lord will try you; | cc cs av, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp pn31? vvb, av dt n1 vmb vvi pn22; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1294 | Page 225 |
7810 | God hath his trying times, and they were never sent but to discover who were dross, who were gold, | God hath his trying times, and they were never sent but to discover who were dross, who were gold, | np1 vhz po31 vvg n2, cc pns32 vbdr av-x vvn cc-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq vbdr n1, r-crq vbdr n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7811 | and the main end of all Gods Tryals is to discover this Truth that I now am pressing upon you. | and the main end of all God's Trials is to discover this Truth that I now am pressing upon you. | cc dt j n1 pp-f d ng1 n2 vbz pc-acp vvi d n1 cst pns11 av vbm vvg p-acp pn22. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7812 | Some have a thorow work, and now the Tryal discovers the Truth, as in Abraham, Hebr. 11. 17. Some have superficial work, | some have a thorough work, and now the Trial discovers the Truth, as in Abraham, Hebrew 11. 17. some have superficial work, | d vhb dt j n1, cc av dt n1 vvz dt n1, c-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd crd d vhb j n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7813 | and they fall in Tryal, as Saul, and it doth discover it was but an overly work; | and they fallen in Trial, as Saul, and it does discover it was but an overly work; | cc pns32 vvb p-acp n1, c-acp np1, cc pn31 vdz vvi pn31 vbds p-acp dt av-j vvi; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7814 | For this is the Question God makes: | For this is the Question God makes: | c-acp d vbz dt n1 np1 vvz: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7815 | Is it through or no? I, saith a carnal heart, Yes, saith a gracious heart. | Is it through or no? I, Says a carnal heart, Yes, Says a gracious heart. | vbz pn31 p-acp cc dx? pns11, vvz dt j n1, uh, vvz dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7816 | Hence its strange to see what men will do when a tryal comes. | Hence its strange to see what men will do when a trial comes. | av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 vmb vdi c-crq dt n1 vvz. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7817 | A man maintains a lust, he will not shew it, nor defend it, he shall turn to be of some opinion or other, | A man maintains a lust, he will not show it, nor defend it, he shall turn to be of Some opinion or other, | dt n1 vvz dt n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31, ccx vvi pn31, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1 cc n-jn, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7818 | and the corruption of his minde shall shew the corruption of his heart: A man loaths the people of God, but he saith he loves them; | and the corruption of his mind shall show the corruption of his heart: A man Loathes the people of God, but he Says he loves them; | cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vvz pno32; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7819 | now this shall be a sign: | now this shall be a Signen: | av d vmb vbi dt n1: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7820 | Time shall come that some of them shall be matter of offence to him, and shall not honour him, it shall try him. | Time shall come that Some of them shall be matter of offence to him, and shall not honour him, it shall try him. | n1 vmb vvi cst d pp-f pno32 vmb vbi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc vmb xx vvi pno31, pn31 vmb vvi pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7821 | A man loaths Ordinances, he saith he doth not, but comes to the worlds end to enjoy them. | A man Loathes Ordinances, he Says he does not, but comes to the world's end to enjoy them. | dt n1 vvz n2, pns31 vvz pns31 vdz xx, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7822 | He shall have plenty of them, and some sad losses with them, and then you shall see he surfets of them, never quickned by them, to shew the work was but overly. | He shall have plenty of them, and Some sad losses with them, and then you shall see he Surfeits of them, never quickened by them, to show the work was but overly. | pns31 vmb vhi n1 pp-f pno32, cc d j n2 p-acp pno32, cc cs pn22 vmb vvi pns31 vvz pp-f pno32, av-x vvn p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbds cc-acp av-j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7823 | A mans heart is above God, he saith he is content to be at the Lords dispose, let him do any thing with him, this comforts him. | A men heart is above God, he Says he is content to be At the lords dispose, let him do any thing with him, this comforts him. | dt ng1 n1 vbz p-acp np1, pns31 vvz pns31 vbz j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 vvb, vvb pno31 vdi d n1 p-acp pno31, d vvz pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 225 |
7824 | He shall have a cross wi•e, or something that doth not please him, and now hi• heart quarrels, | He shall have a cross wi•e, or something that does not please him, and now hi• heart quarrels, | pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1, cc pi cst vdz xx vvi pno31, cc av n1 n1 n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 226 |
7825 | and thus he shall be tryed, to shew it was but overly work. Men despise the liberties the Lord gives them; they say they pri•e them. | and thus he shall be tried, to show it was but overly work. Men despise the Liberties the Lord gives them; they say they pri•e them. | cc av pns31 vmb vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi pn31 vbds cc-acp av-j vvi. np1 vvb dt n2 dt n1 vvz pno32; pns32 vvb pns32 vvb pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 226 |
7826 | A general Governour shall come with pretences of Religion and Protection, and you shall see this chaffe will take old Birds now. | A general Governor shall come with pretences of Religion and Protection, and you shall see this chaff will take old Birds now. | dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi d n1 vmb vvi j n2 av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 226 |
7827 | Oh therefore try your selves here, and be sure you fall not short here. Wh•• M•ans are there to be used? |
O Therefore try your selves Here, and be sure you fallen not short Here. Wh•• M•ans Are there to be used? | uh av vvb po22 n2 av, cc vbi j pn22 vvb xx j av. np1 n2 vbr a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn? | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1295 | Page 226 |
7828 | 1. Look that you make your Vessels clear. | 1. Look that you make your Vessels clear. | crd n1 cst pn22 vvb po22 n2 j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7829 | It hath been said of old, and I believe this a truth still, •that the Lord will never send his Spirit to dwell in an unclean heart. | pn31 vhz vbn vvn pp-f j, cc pns11 vvb pn31|vbz dt n1 av, av dt n1 vmb av-x vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 | |
7830 | Doves build not their habitations on dunghils. | Dove built not their habitations on dunghills. | ng1 vvi xx po32 n2 p-acp n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7831 | Gods Spirit must come as an efficient to take it away, but not as an Inhabitant to dwell in an unclean heart, 2 Tim. 2. 19, 20, 21. He that pargeth himself, he doth not say, God must do all, | God's Spirit must come as an efficient to take it away, but not as an Inhabitant to dwell in an unclean heart, 2 Tim. 2. 19, 20, 21. He that pargeth himself, he does not say, God must do all, | npg1 n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi pn31 av, cc-acp xx p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns31 cst vvz px31, pns31 vdz xx vvi, np1 vmb vdi d, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7832 | but he under God searcheth and purgeth, he shall be a vessel of honour, if from these things, especially from those sins which Apostates are conquered with, of which he there speaks: | but he under God Searches and Purgeth, he shall be a vessel of honour, if from these things, especially from those Sins which Apostates Are conquered with, of which he there speaks: | cc-acp pns31 p-acp np1 vvz cc vvz, pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, cs p-acp d n2, av-j p-acp d n2 r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp, pp-f r-crq pns31 a-acp vvz: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7833 | For there be many sins a man may be purged from, and not be a Vessel of honour. | For there be many Sins a man may be purged from, and not be a Vessel of honour. | c-acp pc-acp vbi d n2 dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, cc xx vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7834 | But what are the sins the Apostates perish by, mark them, finde them out, one by pride, another by sloth, another by world, &c. He shall be a Vessel of honour. | But what Are the Sins the Apostates perish by, mark them, find them out, one by pride, Another by sloth, Another by world, etc. He shall be a Vessel of honour. | p-acp r-crq vbr dt n2 dt n2 vvb p-acp, vvb pno32, vvb pno32 av, pi p-acp n1, j-jn p-acp n1, j-jn p-acp n1, av pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7835 | Men see and confess, but make not work of it indeed, the old heart is not better, you consume and languish still, 1 Cor. 9. 26, 27. I beat not the air, i. e. | Men see and confess, but make not work of it indeed, the old heart is not better, you consume and languish still, 1 Cor. 9. 26, 27. I beatrice not the air, i. e. | n2 vvb cc vvi, cc-acp vvb xx vvi pp-f pn31 av, dt j n1 vbz xx j, pn22 vvb cc vvi av, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vvb xx dt n1, sy. sy. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7836 | I lay deadly blows on my enemy, and I bea• down my body, least, &c. Overly search of sin, hath made overly decay of sin, | I lay deadly blows on my enemy, and I bea• down my body, lest, etc. Overly search of since, hath made overly decay of since, | pns11 vvb j n2 p-acp po11 n1, cc pns11 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cs, av av-j n1 pp-f n1, vhz vvn av-j n1 pp-f n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7837 | and hence overly grace and affection. | and hence overly grace and affection. | cc av av-j vvi cc n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7838 | As a man hath not light, nor love, nor esteem enough, because he never felt his wound to the bottome. | As a man hath not Light, nor love, nor esteem enough, Because he never felt his wound to the bottom. | p-acp dt n1 vhz xx n1, ccx n1, ccx vvi av-d, c-acp pns31 av-x vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7839 | Oh account it an inestimable mercy when 'tis thus; | O account it an inestimable mercy when it's thus; | uh vvb pn31 dt j n1 c-crq pn31|vbz av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7840 | oh therefore remember the rule of the Prophet, Ier. 4. 3, 4. Sow not among thorns, &c. Many mens profession springs up, | o Therefore Remember the Rule of the Prophet, Jeremiah 4. 3, 4. Sow not among thorns, etc. Many men's profession springs up, | uh av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd vvb xx p-acp n2, av d ng2 n1 vvz a-acp, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7841 | but withers, never comes to perfection; | but withers, never comes to perfection; | cc-acp vvz, av-x vvz p-acp n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7842 | this ground is not plowed, or if so, not thorowly plowed, but thorns left to choak it. | this ground is not plowed, or if so, not thoroughly plowed, but thorns left to choke it. | d n1 vbz xx vvn, cc cs av, xx av-j vvn, cc-acp n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7843 | Well saith the Lord, look to your selves lest my wrath breake out like fire; | Well Says the Lord, look to your selves lest my wrath break out like fire; | np1 vvz dt n1, vvb p-acp po22 n2 cs po11 n1 vvi av av-j n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7844 | why is the Lord so dreadful here? Oh because men are careless here, I look to Christ, | why is the Lord so dreadful Here? O Because men Are careless Here, I look to christ, | c-crq vbz dt n1 av j av? uh p-acp n2 vbr j av, pns11 vvb p-acp np1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7845 | and my desires are good, and I pray in secret, and I am much changed, &c. 2. Look that your Vessel be ever kept empty; | and my Desires Are good, and I pray in secret, and I am much changed, etc. 2. Look that your Vessel be ever kept empty; | cc po11 n2 vbr j, cc pns11 vvb p-acp j-jn, cc pns11 vbm av-d vvn, av crd n1 cst po22 n1 vbb av vvn j; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1297 | Page 226 |
7846 | when a man hath no grace, and sees how others can pray and mourn, and how far short he falls of them, its easie now to be empty, | when a man hath no grace, and sees how Others can pray and mourn, and how Far short he falls of them, its easy now to be empty, | c-crq dt n1 vhz dx n1, cc vvz c-crq n2-jn vmb vvi cc vvi, cc c-crq av-j j pns31 vvz pp-f pno32, pn31|vbz j av pc-acp vbi j, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7847 | as Saul when he was no King; | as Saul when he was no King; | c-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vbds dx n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7848 | but when the Lord hath given some light and affection, and some comfort, and some Reformation; | but when the Lord hath given Some Light and affection, and Some Comfort, and Some Reformation; | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 cc n1, cc d n1, cc d n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7849 | now a man grows full here: Saints do for God, and ca••al hearts do something too; | now a man grows full Here: Saints do for God, and ca••al hearts do something too; | av dt n1 vvz av-j av: n2 vdb p-acp np1, cc j n2 vdb pi av; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7850 | but a little fills them, and quiets them, and so damns them. | but a little fills them, and quiets them, and so damns them. | cc-acp dt j vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32, cc av vvz pno32. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7851 | And hence men at the first work upon them are very diligent in the use of means, | And hence men At the First work upon them Are very diligent in the use of means, | cc av n2 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp pno32 vbr av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7852 | but after that they be brought to neglect prayer, sleep out Sermons, and to be careless, sapless, liveless, who is the better for them? Because I say that now they have got something, the main work is wrought, they call not that into Question, | but After that they be brought to neglect prayer, sleep out Sermons, and to be careless, sapless, Lifeless, who is the better for them? Because I say that now they have god something, the main work is wrought, they call not that into Question, | cc-acp c-acp cst pns32 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi n1, vvb av n2, cc pc-acp vbi j, j, j, r-crq vbz dt jc p-acp pno32? p-acp pns11 vvb cst av pns32 vhb vvn pi, dt j n1 vbz vvn, pns32 vvb xx d p-acp n1, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7853 | and so when God comes to reckon, they are found too light. Oh therefore keep the Vessel empty, never content thy self with any measure. | and so when God comes to reckon, they Are found too Light. O Therefore keep the Vessel empty, never content thy self with any measure. | cc av c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, pns32 vbr vvn av j. uh av vvb dt n1 j, av-x vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7854 | Hath the Lord called thee? Yes I think so, and beleeve sometimes so, but I am afraid I may at last be found without oyle in my Vessel; | Hath the Lord called thee? Yes I think so, and believe sometime so, but I am afraid I may At last be found without oil in my Vessel; | vhz dt n1 vvd pno21? uh pns11 vvb av, cc vvi av av, cc-acp pns11 vbm j pns11 vmb p-acp ord vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7855 | be then every day, as if thou wert but now to begin. | be then every day, as if thou Wertenberg but now to begin. | vbb av d n1, c-acp cs pns21 vbd2r p-acp av pc-acp vvi. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7856 | And this I say, true grace as it comforts, so it never fills, but puts an edge on the appeti•e; more of that grace Lord! | And this I say, true grace as it comforts, so it never fills, but puts an edge on the appeti•e; more of that grace Lord! | cc d pns11 vvb, j n1 c-acp pn31 vvz, av pn31 av vvz, cc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1; dc pp-f d n1 n1! | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7857 | Thus Paul, Phil. 3. 13, 14. Thus David, Out of my poverty I have given, &c. 1 Chron. 29. 3, 17, 18. | Thus Paul, Philip 3. 13, 14. Thus David, Out of my poverty I have given, etc. 1 Chronicles 29. 3, 17, 18. | av np1, np1 crd crd, crd av np1, av pp-f po11 n1 pns11 vhb vvn, av crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1298 | Page 226 |
7858 | Its a sure way never to be deceived in lighter strokes of the Spirit to be thankful for any, | Its a sure Way never to be deceived in lighter Strokes of the Spirit to be thankful for any, | pn31|vbz dt j n1 av-x pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp jc n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1299 | Page 226 |
7859 | but to be content with no measure of it, and this cuts the thread of difference between a superficial lighter stroke of the Spirit, and that which is sound. | but to be content with no measure of it, and this cuts the thread of difference between a superficial lighter stroke of the Spirit, and that which is found. | cc-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp dx n1 pp-f pn31, cc d vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j jc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst r-crq vbz j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1299 | Page 226 |
7860 | 3. Look that your vessel be not broken, nor crackt, that when the Lord pours in, it runs not out again, Heb. 2. 1, 2. Prov. 4. 12, 13. Oh here is the wound of many a man, he hath many affections in Word, in Ordinances, | 3. Look that your vessel be not broken, nor cracked, that when the Lord pours in, it runs not out again, Hebrew 2. 1, 2. Curae 4. 12, 13. O Here is the wound of many a man, he hath many affections in Word, in Ordinances, | crd n1 cst po22 n1 vbb xx vvn, ccx vvn, cst c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp, pn31 vvz xx av av, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd uh av vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, pns31 vhz d n2 p-acp n1, p-acp n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 226 |
7861 | and they take hold on him to convince; | and they take hold on him to convince; | cc pns32 vvb vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7862 | to affect him, but he takes not fast hold on them, he keeps them not as his life, with thankfulness for any little, and with watchfulness. | to affect him, but he Takes not fast hold on them, he keeps them not as his life, with thankfulness for any little, and with watchfulness. | pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp pns31 vvz xx av-j vvi p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz pno32 xx p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d j, cc p-acp n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7863 | And hence a man is where he was, dry and barren. | And hence a man is where he was, dry and barren. | cc av dt n1 vbz c-crq pns31 vbds, j cc j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7864 | It's true the Lord will not give that out of an Ordinance which he doth in an Ordinance. | It's true the Lord will not give that out of an Ordinance which he does in an Ordinance. | pn31|vbz j dt n1 vmb xx vvi cst av pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7865 | But it's one thing to have it lost out of thy hands and the Lords hands too, another thing only to lose it out of thy hand. | But it's one thing to have it lost out of thy hands and the lords hands too, Another thing only to loose it out of thy hand. | p-acp pn31|vbz crd n1 pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn av pp-f po21 n2 cc dt n2 n2 av, j-jn n1 av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 av pp-f po21 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7866 | It's one thing for the Lord to withdraw it, another thing for thee to spend it away by the prevailing power of a lust, viz. either the world without, or contempt of Grace within; | It's one thing for the Lord to withdraw it, Another thing for thee to spend it away by the prevailing power of a lust, viz. either the world without, or contempt of Grace within; | pn31|vbz crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, j-jn n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 d dt n1 p-acp, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7867 | you esteem it not as your life, and hence seek not to keep it, you will lose the Oyl in your Vessels. | you esteem it not as your life, and hence seek not to keep it, you will loose the Oil in your Vessels. | pn22 vvb pn31 xx p-acp po22 n1, cc av vvb xx pc-acp vvi pn31, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 n2. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7868 | And I am confident this is one reason why a man lives long under means, | And I am confident this is one reason why a man lives long under means, | cc pns11 vbm j d vbz crd n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp n2, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7869 | and never profits, the Lord sees if he should poure any thing into the heart, it would be lost. | and never profits, the Lord sees if he should pour any thing into the heart, it would be lost. | cc av-x vvz, dt n1 vvz cs pns31 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmd vbi vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7870 | He takes fast hold of world or self, and keeps that, and hence all runs out again. | He Takes fast hold of world or self, and keeps that, and hence all runs out again. | pns31 vvz av-j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvz d, cc av d vvz av av. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1300 | Page 227 |
7871 | 4. Look that you be at the cost to get this Oyl in your Vessel. | 4. Look that you be At the cost to get this Oil in your Vessel. | crd n1 cst pn22 vbb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po22 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7872 | These •irgins when the door was shut and too late would, but the time was past. | These •irgins when the door was shut and too late would, but the time was passed. | np1 n2 c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn cc av av-j vmd, cc-acp dt n1 vbds vvn. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7873 | For we shall find the reason why mens works are sleight, their buildings, their garments, why, they will not be at the cost; | For we shall find the reason why men's works Are sleight, their buildings, their garments, why, they will not be At the cost; | c-acp pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 uh-crq ng2 n2 vbr n1, po32 n2, po32 n2, uh-crq, pns32 vmb xx vbi p-acp dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7874 | so mens work of Grace is sleight, because they will not be at the cost. | so men's work of Grace is sleight, Because they will not be At the cost. | av ng2 n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1, c-acp pns32 vmb xx vbi p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7875 | They find a want of Grace, and prize it, and would fain have it, but it shall cost them little: | They find a want of Grace, and prize it, and would fain have it, but it shall cost them little: | pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pn31, cc vmd av-j vhi pn31, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno32 j: | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7876 | they will not be at the cost of their time. | they will not be At the cost of their time. | pns32 vmb xx vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7877 | Somtime they can seek the Lord in an Ordinance, but what if he comes not? They depart from him. | Sometime they can seek the Lord in an Ordinance, but what if he comes not? They depart from him. | av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp q-crq cs pns31 vvz xx? pns32 vvb p-acp pno31. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7878 | Sometimes in pangs, and fits when the Spirit comes, they seek, but to be ever seeking, ever carrying sense of sin, 'tis too much time and trouble, they will not be at the cost. | Sometime in pangs, and fits when the Spirit comes, they seek, but to be ever seeking, ever carrying sense of since, it's too much time and trouble, they will not be At the cost. | av p-acp n2, cc vvz c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns32 vvb, cc-acp pc-acp vbi av vvg, av vvg n1 pp-f n1, pn31|vbz av av-d n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb xx vbi p-acp dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7879 | Some affections and hearts they spend, but not their whole hearts: Hence Christ exhorts, oh strive, because many seek and are never able. | some affections and hearts they spend, but not their Whole hearts: Hence christ exhorts, o strive, Because many seek and Are never able. | d n2 cc n2 pns32 vvb, cc-acp xx po32 j-jn n2: av np1 vvz, uh vvb, c-acp d vvb cc vbr av-x j. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7880 | Look therefore as it was with Ionathan, Saul, 1 Sam. 14. 45. said he should die: No, the people said, not so, for he hath wrought with God this day. | Look Therefore as it was with Ionathan, Saul, 1 Sam. 14. 45. said he should die: No, the people said, not so, for he hath wrought with God this day. | vvb av c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1, vvn np1 crd crd j-vvn pns31 vmd vvi: uh-dx, dt n1 vvd, xx av, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp np1 d n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7881 | Not that a man can get Grace by his own strength, but Col. 1. 29. I strive according to his mighty working. | Not that a man can get Grace by his own strength, but Col. 1. 29. I strive according to his mighty working. | xx d dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp np1 crd crd pns11 vvb vvg p-acp po31 j n-vvg. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7882 | Only let me add this, be at cost first to get the Lord Jesus himself; As Mat. 13. 33. He sold all and bought the Field; | Only let me add this, be At cost First to get the Lord jesus himself; As Mathew 13. 33. He sold all and bought the Field; | av-j vvb pno11 vvi d, vbb p-acp n1 ord pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 px31; c-acp np1 crd crd pns31 vvd d cc vvd dt n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7883 | and when he had the Field, now he had the Treasure. | and when he had the Field, now he had the Treasure. | cc c-crq pns31 vhd dt n1, av pns31 vhd dt n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7884 | Oh think no time too much, no lusts too dear, no affections too much for him (and then you have all things with him, | O think no time too much, no Lustiest too dear, no affections too much for him (and then you have all things with him, | uh vvb dx n1 av av-d, dx n2 av j-jn, dx n2 av av-d p-acp pno31 (cc cs pn22 vhb d n2 p-acp pno31, | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7885 | and shall receive life from him) and not for a dead, but for a living, risen Christ. | and shall receive life from him) and not for a dead, but for a living, risen christ. | cc vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno31) cc xx p-acp dt j, cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvg, vvn np1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7886 | Christ bestowed Gifts on Iudas, on Saul, but whom he bestowed himself upon, those never wanted any thing, Psal. 23. 1. But here I might take up a doleful complaint; | christ bestowed Gifts on Iudas, on Saul, but whom he bestowed himself upon, those never wanted any thing, Psalm 23. 1. But Here I might take up a doleful complaint; | np1 vvd n2 p-acp np1, p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp, d av-x vvd d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp av pns11 vmd vvi a-acp dt j n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7887 | Oh that men content themselves with colours and tinctures of Truth and Spirit, &c. Some Naturalists observe, that Brass would be Gold, it tends to it, had it but more heat of the Sun to concoct it and to bring it to perfection; | O that men content themselves with colours and tinctures of Truth and Spirit, etc. some Naturalists observe, that Brass would be Gold, it tends to it, had it but more heat of the Sun to concoct it and to bring it to perfection; | uh cst n2 vvb px32 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, av d n2 vvb, cst n1 vmd vbi n1, pn31 vvz p-acp pn31, vhd pn31 p-acp dc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1; | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
7888 | so 'tis with the lighter Stroaks of common Grace. | so it's with the lighter Strokes of Common Grace. | av pn31|vbz p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f j n1. | (25) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 227 |
8012 | and so pleads the promise, and so laies it self there, and there rests, and there looks, | and so pleads the promise, and so lays it self there, and there rests, and there looks, | cc av vvz dt n1, cc av vvz pn31 n1 a-acp, cc a-acp vvz, cc a-acp vvz, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
7889 | CHAP. XXI. That true saving Grace in the Hearts of Believers can never fail. SECT. I. THat those Graces of the Spirit wherewith those Heavenly Vessels, |
CHAP. XXI. That true Saving Grace in the Hearts of Believers can never fail. SECT. I. THat those Graces of the Spirit wherewith those Heavenly Vessels, or Souls of the Faithful Are filled, Are constant and of an Eternal Nature. | np1 np1. cst j j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vmb av-x vvi. n1. np1 cst d n2 pp-f dt n1 c-crq d j n2, cc n2 pp-f dt j vbr vvn, vbr j cc pp-f dt j n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1301 | Page 228 |
7890 | For thus the wi•e Virgins, their Vessels were not only filled, but the Oyl was constantly preserved in them, | For thus the wi•e Virgins, their Vessels were not only filled, but the Oil was constantly preserved in them, | c-acp av dt j n2, po32 n2 vbdr xx av-j vvn, cc-acp dt n1 vbds av-j vvn p-acp pno32, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7891 | and continued in their Vessels, until they met the Bridegroom. | and continued in their Vessels, until they met the Bridegroom. | cc vvd p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7892 | 'Tis true, their Lamp went out, outward acts of the Spirit of Grace, expressed in the Profession of the Saints may be extinct for a time, | It's true, their Lamp went out, outward acts of the Spirit of Grace, expressed in the Profession of the Saints may be extinct for a time, | pn31|vbz j, po32 n1 vvd av, j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7893 | yet the Oyl did remain in the Vessel still, which was not so with those which were Foolish, not only their Lamps were out, but their Oyl was spent; | yet the Oil did remain in the Vessel still, which was not so with those which were Foolish, not only their Lamps were out, but their Oil was spent; | av dt n1 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 av, r-crq vbds xx av p-acp d r-crq vbdr j, xx av-j po32 n2 vbdr av, cc-acp po32 n1 vbds vvn; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7894 | so that here is a third Difference between the Foolish and the Wife Virgins: That the Spirit of Grace in the one is of a dying, withering nature; | so that Here is a third Difference between the Foolish and the Wife Virgins: That the Spirit of Grace in the one is of a dying, withering nature; | av cst av vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt j cc dt n1 n2: cst dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt pi vbz pp-f dt j-vvg, vvg n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7895 | in the other, of an eternal and everlasting nature. | in the other, of an Eternal and everlasting nature. | p-acp dt n-jn, pp-f dt j cc j n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7896 | There is an eternal excellency stampt upon them, Iohn 4. 14. The water that I shall give him, shall be in him, no Pools, | There is an Eternal excellency stamped upon them, John 4. 14. The water that I shall give him, shall be in him, no Pools, | pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi pno31, vmb vbi p-acp pno31, dx n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7897 | but a perpetual living Spring. Heb. 6. 9. Some that were enlightned and tasted, fell away, | but a perpetual living Spring. Hebrew 6. 9. some that were enlightened and tasted, fell away, | cc-acp dt j vvg n1. np1 crd crd d cst vbdr vvn cc vvn, vvd av, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7898 | but we are perswaded better things of you. The Saints have better things, which do not cause, but accompany Salvation. | but we Are persuaded better things of you. The Saints have better things, which do not cause, but accompany Salvation. | cc-acp pns12 vbr vvn jc n2 pp-f pn22. dt n2 vhb jc n2, r-crq vdb xx vvi, cc-acp vvi n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7899 | The Lord is so far from suffering it to die, as that he will add to it, Luke 8. 18. To him that hath shall be given. | The Lord is so Far from suffering it to die, as that he will add to it, Lycia 8. 18. To him that hath shall be given. | dt n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi, c-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, av crd crd p-acp pno31 cst vhz vmb vbi vvn. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7900 | Though it be like Mustard-seed, yet it shall grow; there is a growing vertue in it. | Though it be like Mustard seed, yet it shall grow; there is a growing virtue in it. | cs pn31 vbb j n1, av pn31 vmb vvi; pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pn31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7901 | But as the Lord speaks of his people, Isa. 65. 8. As new wine is in the Cluster, | But as the Lord speaks of his people, Isaiah 65. 8. As new wine is in the Cluster, | cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp j n1 vbz p-acp dt vvi, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7902 | and one saith, destroy it not, for a blessing is in it, so it shall be here. | and one Says, destroy it not, for a blessing is in it, so it shall be Here. | cc pi vvz, vvb pn31 xx, c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pn31, av pn31 vmb vbi av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7903 | Nay, though it be not so much as seen, yet the Lord then can see it, | Nay, though it be not so much as seen, yet the Lord then can see it, | uh, cs pn31 vbb xx av av-d c-acp vvn, av dt n1 av vmb vvi pn31, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7904 | and doth then keep it, and will preserve it, Isa. 40. 29, 30, 31. Nay, though opposed and resisted by temptation, yet, 1 Pet. 1. 6, 7. 'Tis not consumed, | and does then keep it, and will preserve it, Isaiah 40. 29, 30, 31. Nay, though opposed and resisted by temptation, yet, 1 Pet. 1. 6, 7. It's not consumed, | cc vdz av vvi pn31, cc vmb vvi pn31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd uh-x, cs vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, av, crd np1 crd crd, crd pn31|vbz xx vvn, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7905 | but tried, that it may be to Glory another day, notwithstanding manifold temptations. | but tried, that it may be to Glory Another day, notwithstanding manifold temptations. | cc-acp vvn, cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 j-jn n1, a-acp j n2. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7906 | 'Tis one of the greatest Miracles in the world to preserve it, as a Spark of fire in a Sea of water: | It's one of the greatest Miracles in the world to preserve it, as a Spark of fire in a Sea of water: | pn31|vbz crd pp-f dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7907 | Nay, though it seems to a mans feeling to be quite quenched and put out, that a man finds no more than a Reprobate, | Nay, though it seems to a men feeling to be quite quenched and put out, that a man finds no more than a Reprobate, | uh-x, cs pn31 vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vbi av vvn cc vvd av, cst dt n1 vvz av-dx dc cs dt n-jn, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7908 | yet the Seed of God then remains, and it will break out again. | yet the Seed of God then remains, and it will break out again. | av dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvz, cc pn31 vmb vvi av av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7909 | There is life at the heart and sap at the root, yet the Lord will fetch them again. | There is life At the heart and sap At the root, yet the Lord will fetch them again. | pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7910 | When the Lord of Glory was crucified, and all the Disciples fled, not one spake for him, none durst confesse him, | When the Lord of Glory was Crucified, and all the Disciples fled, not one spoke for him, none durst confess him, | c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, cc d dt n2 vvd, xx pi vvd p-acp pno31, pix vvd vvi pno31, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7911 | yet the Lord returns to them, and they again to him. SECT. II. HOW comes it to be thus immortal and of an eternal nature? |
yet the Lord returns to them, and they again to him. SECT. II HOW comes it to be thus immortal and of an Eternal nature? | av dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc pns32 av p-acp pno31. n1. crd q-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi av j cc pp-f dt j n1? | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1303 | Page 228 |
7912 | 1. 'Tis not only in regard of the power of Grace received, |
1. It's not only in regard of the power of Grace received, though it were perfect, | crd pn31|vbz xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn, cs pn31 vbdr j, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1305 | Page 228 |
7913 | for then Adam had not fell from it. 2: | for then Adam had not fell from it. 2: | c-acp av np1 vhd xx vvd p-acp pn31. crd: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1305 | Page 228 |
7914 | Nor in the freedom of a man from temptations, for then the Angels had not fallen. | Nor in the freedom of a man from temptations, for then the Angels had not fallen. | ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2, c-acp cs dt n2 vhd xx vvn. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1306 | Page 228 |
7915 | 3. Nor yet in the power of a mans own watchfulness and care to keep it. | 3. Nor yet in the power of a men own watchfulness and care to keep it. | crd ccx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1307 | Page 228 |
7916 | For if the Lord keep not the City, the watchmen wake but in vain. 4. Nor yet in the power of any means; | For if the Lord keep not the city, the watchmen wake but in vain. 4. Nor yet in the power of any means; | p-acp cs dt n1 vvb xx dt n1, dt n2 vvb cc-acp p-acp j. crd ccx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1307 | Page 228 |
7917 | as many think, if under a powerful Ministry, then they are out of danger. 'Tis not in Paul, nor Apollos, but in the Lord. | as many think, if under a powerful Ministry, then they Are out of danger. It's not in Paul, nor Apollos, but in the Lord. | c-acp d vvb, cs p-acp dt j n1, cs pns32 vbr av pp-f n1. pn31|vbz xx p-acp np1, ccx np1, p-acp p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1308 | Page 228 |
7918 | Men may rejoyce in Iohns Ministry, and be affected with it, but 'tis only for a season. But, | Men may rejoice in Iohns Ministry, and be affected with it, but it's only for a season. But, | n2 vmb vvi p-acp npg1 n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc-acp pn31|vbz av-j p-acp dt n1. p-acp, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1308 | Page 229 |
7919 | I. In regard of the eternal Election and Purpose of God. | I In regard of the Eternal Election and Purpose of God. | uh p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7920 | Their constancy in the State of Grace depends upon that immutability of his counsel, Matth. 24. 24. They shall deceive if possible the Elect; | Their constancy in the State of Grace depends upon that immutability of his counsel, Matthew 24. 24. They shall deceive if possible the Elect; | po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi cs j dt j-vvn; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7921 | but its not possible, they being Elect. Wise men may have their Brains crazed, and Nebuchadnezzar like, the use of reason gone, | but its not possible, they being Elect. Wise men may have their Brains crazed, and Nebuchadnezzar like, the use of reason gone, | p-acp pn31|vbz xx j, pns32 vbg np1 j n2 vmb vhi po32 n2 vvn, cc np1 av-j, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7922 | but the Principle of reason continues, and the use of it in time returns again; | but the Principle of reason continues, and the use of it in time returns again; | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 vvz av; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7923 | and so 'tis in regard of damning delusions, 2 Tim. 2. 19. Hymeneus and Philetus fell; | and so it's in regard of damning delusions, 2 Tim. 2. 19. Hymenaeus and Philetus fell; | cc av pn31|vbz p-acp n1 pp-f vvg n2, crd np1 crd crd np1 cc np1 vvd; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7924 | Hence do not the Elect f•ll? No, for that Foundation remains sure. 1. The certainty of their continuance in Grace is built upon a Foundation. 2. Not every weak one, | Hence do not the Elect f•ll? No, for that Foundation remains sure. 1. The certainty of their Continuance in Grace is built upon a Foundation. 2. Not every weak one, | av vdb xx dt j-vvn n1? uh-dx, c-acp d n1 vvz j. crd dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. crd xx d j pi, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7925 | but a firm Foundation. 3. Not a Foundation of mans laying, but Gods. 4. Not a wavering and tot•ering, | but a firm Foundation. 3. Not a Foundation of men laying, but God's 4. Not a wavering and tot•ering, | cc-acp dt j n1. crd xx dt n1 pp-f ng1 vvg, cc-acp n2 crd xx dt j-vvg cc vvg, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7926 | but standing Foundation, and that sealed with the Knowledge of God, the Lord knows who are his, i. e. | but standing Foundation, and that sealed with the Knowledge of God, the Lord knows who Are his, i. e. | cc-acp vvg n1, cc cst vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vvz r-crq vbr png31, uh. sy. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7927 | though some men fall, that one cannot tell by outward expressions and profession who are the Lords, | though Some men fallen, that one cannot tell by outward expressions and profession who Are the lords, | cs d n2 vvi, cst pi vmbx vvi p-acp j n2 cc n1 r-crq vbr dt n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7928 | yet The Lord knows who are his, and they are sealed by his love and knowledge. | yet The Lord knows who Are his, and they Are sealed by his love and knowledge. | av dt n1 vvz r-crq vbr png31, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7929 | And it seems this is the prime cause of the continuance of Angels, 1 Tim. 5. 21. And Election being free, | And it seems this is the prime cause of the Continuance of Angels, 1 Tim. 5. 21. And Election being free, | cc pn31 vvz d vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, crd np1 crd crd cc n1 vbg j, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7930 | for his own sake, not for their sakes, the Lord foresaw all their good and evil; | for his own sake, not for their sakes, the Lord foresaw all their good and evil; | c-acp po31 d n1, xx p-acp po32 n2, dt n1 vvd d po32 j cc j-jn; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7931 | hence they are not cut off. II. In regard of the Faithfulness and Promise and Covenant of Gods Grace. Adam had that Covenant: | hence they Are not Cut off. II In regard of the Faithfulness and Promise and Covenant of God's Grace. Adam had that Covenant: | av pns32 vbr xx vvn a-acp. crd n1 n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1. np1 vhd d n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1309 | Page 229 |
7932 | If he did do, he should live: But he had no absolute Promise he should do, or continue to do; but the Faithful have; | If he did doe, he should live: But he had no absolute Promise he should do, or continue to do; but the Faithful have; | cs pns31 vdd n1, pns31 vmd vvi: cc-acp pns31 vhd dx j n1 pns31 vmd vdi, cc vvb pc-acp vdi; cc-acp dt j vhb; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7933 | and hence they stand, not by the strength of Grace, but by the strength of the Covenant of Grace. | and hence they stand, not by the strength of Grace, but by the strength of the Covenant of Grace. | cc av pns32 vvb, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7934 | And hence that which to reason is incredible, to nature impossible, is brought about by Faith; | And hence that which to reason is incredible, to nature impossible, is brought about by Faith; | cc av cst r-crq p-acp n1 vbz j, p-acp n1 j, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7935 | not by vertue of any power of Faith, but by vertue of the power of a promise. | not by virtue of any power of Faith, but by virtue of the power of a promise. | xx p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7936 | God hath said it, and Faith believes it; | God hath said it, and Faith believes it; | np1 vhz vvn pn31, cc n1 vvz pn31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7937 | and hence Abrahams dead body begets, and Sarahs barren womb brings forth Isaac. Hence through all the Word, | and hence Abrahams dead body begets, and Sarahs barren womb brings forth Isaac. Hence through all the Word, | cc av npg1 j n1 vvz, cc npg1 j n1 vvz av np1. av p-acp d dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7938 | when the Apostle perswade• himself of their continuance, he ever puts in Gods Faithfulness, 1 Cor. 1. 8, 9. 1 Thes. 5. 24. 2 Thes. 3. 3. Hence Ier. 32. 40. I will not turn away from them. | when the Apostle perswade• himself of their Continuance, he ever puts in God's Faithfulness, 1 Cor. 1. 8, 9. 1 Thebes 5. 24. 2 Thebes 3. 3. Hence Jeremiah 32. 40. I will not turn away from them. | c-crq dt n1 n1 px31 pp-f po32 n1, pns31 av vvz p-acp npg1 n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd av np1 crd crd pns11 vmb xx vvi av p-acp pno32. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7939 | Answ. True, if they do not from the Lord. No, but they shall not turn away from me. Object. | Answer True, if they do not from the Lord. No, but they shall not turn away from me. Object. | np1 j, cs pns32 vdb xx p-acp dt n1. uh-dx, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi av p-acp pno11. n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7940 | But we see many do fall. | But we see many do fallen. | cc-acp pns12 vvb d vdb vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7941 | Answ. But if he doth, he shall not be broken, but taken up again, Psal. 37. 24. Yea for a time the Lord may do thus. | Answer But if he does, he shall not be broken, but taken up again, Psalm 37. 24. Yea for a time the Lord may do thus. | np1 cc-acp cs pns31 vdz, pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn, cc-acp vvn a-acp av, np1 crd crd uh p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vmb vdi av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7942 | But will this continue, having sinned against such mercy, and my sin being now greater? Now the Lord will depart. | But will this continue, having sinned against such mercy, and my since being now greater? Now the Lord will depart. | cc-acp vmb d vvi, vhg vvn p-acp d n1, cc po11 n1 vbg av jc? av dt n1 vmb vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7943 | Answ. 1 Cor. 1. 8. Yea, he will confirm you to the end. | Answer 1 Cor. 1. 8. Yea, he will confirm you to the end. | np1 vvn np1 crd crd uh, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7944 | Yes, it may be he will, as he hath done, while I am out of temptation: | Yes, it may be he will, as he hath done, while I am out of temptation: | uh, pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb, c-acp pns31 vhz vdn, cs pns11 vbm av pp-f n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7945 | But I may meet with it before I die. | But I may meet with it before I die. | cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 c-acp pns11 vvb. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7946 | Answ. 1 Cor. 10. 13. He will not suffer you to be tempted above measure, &c. Yea, | Answer 1 Cor. 10. 13. He will not suffer you to be tempted above measure, etc. Yea, | np1 vvn np1 crd crd pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, av uh, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7947 | if I was such a one as Abraham or David, that had such hearts, and did the Lord so much honour. | if I was such a one as Abraham or David, that had such hearts, and did the Lord so much honour. | cs pns11 vbds d dt crd c-acp np1 cc np1, cst vhd d n2, cc vdd dt n1 av d n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7948 | Nay, but Isai. 55. 3. Even the sure mercies of David. This is the Faithfulness of God. III. In regard of the constant abode of the Spirit of the Lord in the hearts of the Saints, whereby they are kept, Iohn 10. 28. None can pull his Sheep out of the Fathers hand. | Nay, but Isaiah 55. 3. Even the sure Mercies of David. This is the Faithfulness of God. III. In regard of the constant Abided of the Spirit of the Lord in the hearts of the Saints, whereby they Are kept, John 10. 28. None can pull his Sheep out of the Father's hand. | uh-x, cc-acp np1 crd crd av-j dt j n2 pp-f np1. d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. np1. p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 av pp-f dt ng1 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1310 | Page 229 |
7949 | Look as the first Adam sinning, conveys the power of sin and Satan and death, which reigns with unconquerable power over all the Sons of men; | Look as the First Adam sinning, conveys the power of since and Satan and death, which reigns with unconquerable power over all the Sons of men; | vvb p-acp dt ord np1 vvg, vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc np1 cc n1, r-crq vvz p-acp j-u n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1311 | Page 229 |
7950 | so Christ rising, conveys that Grace and constant presence of the Spirit which reigns to eternal life, | so christ rising, conveys that Grace and constant presence of the Spirit which reigns to Eternal life, | av np1 vvg, vvz d n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp j n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1311 | Page 229 |
7951 | and carries the soul through all difficulties, Deut. 33. 27. The eternal God is thy refuge. | and carries the soul through all difficulties, Deuteronomy 33. 27. The Eternal God is thy refuge. | cc vvz dt n1 p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd dt j np1 vbz po21 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1311 | Page 229 |
7952 | Let what evils can come, there is a refuge. Yea so long as I can stand. | Let what evils can come, there is a refuge. Yea so long as I can stand. | vvb r-crq n2-jn vmb vvi, pc-acp vbz dt n1. uh av av-j c-acp pns11 vmb vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1311 | Page 229 |
8013 | and here sucks, and takes root, and the roo• spreads to every part of the Covenant. | and Here sucks, and Takes root, and the roo• spreads to every part of the Covenant. | cc av vvz, cc vvz n1, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
7953 | But what if I fall? Underneath are the everlusting arms. Let a Saint fall never so low, yet Gods everlasting arms are still lower; | But what if I fallen? Underneath Are the everlusting arms. Let a Saint fallen never so low, yet God's everlasting arms Are still lower; | p-acp q-crq cs pns11 vvb? p-acp vbr dt j-vvg n2. vvb dt n1 vvi av-x av j, av n2 j n2 vbr av av-jc; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1311 | Page 229 |
7954 | where ever he falls, he falls at last into the Lords arms; | where ever he falls, he falls At last into the lords arms; | c-crq av pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp ord p-acp dt n2 n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1311 | Page 229 |
7955 | For else it was impossible for any soul to continue, Isa. 46. 3, 4. From the womb to the hoar hairs I will carry you. | For Else it was impossible for any soul to continue, Isaiah 46. 3, 4. From the womb to the hoar hairs I will carry you. | c-acp av pn31 vbds j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pns11 vmb vvi pn22. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1311 | Page 229 |
7956 | Saints when they are little, think they shall fall at last, and when strengthened, fear if they live till old age, their hearts and spirits will die; yet they do not. | Saints when they Are little, think they shall fallen At last, and when strengthened, Fear if they live till old age, their hearts and spirits will die; yet they do not. | n2 c-crq pns32 vbr j, vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp ord, cc c-crq vvn, vvb cs pns32 vvb p-acp j n1, po32 n2 cc n2 vmb vvi; av pns32 vdb xx. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1311 | Page 229 |
7957 | But how comes this about? I will carry you. And hence 'tis impossible they should ever die or perish, no more than the Lord Jesus, Iohn 14. 19. So that if Gods purpose is firm, his promise sure, his Spirit able, the Spirit of life and grace in the hearts of the Faithful, shall be kept even to eternity. SECT. III. | But how comes this about? I will carry you. And hence it's impossible they should ever die or perish, no more than the Lord jesus, John 14. 19. So that if God's purpose is firm, his promise sure, his Spirit able, the Spirit of life and grace in the hearts of the Faithful, shall be kept even to eternity. SECT. III. | p-acp q-crq vvz d a-acp? pns11 vmb vvi pn22. cc av pn31|vbz j pns32 vmd av vvi cc vvi, av-dx dc cs dt n1 np1, np1 crd crd av cst cs npg1 n1 vbz j, po31 n1 j, po31 n1 j, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1. n1. np1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1311 | Page 230 |
7958 | LET that Opinion that the Graces of Saints are fading and mortal, |
LET that Opinion that the Graces of Saints Are fading and Mortal, rot and die, and be had in everlasting derestation of them that know the Lord. | vvb cst n1 cst dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvg cc j-jn, vvb cc vvi, cc vbi vhn p-acp j n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1312 | Page 230 |
7959 | But we see how many fall off and fall back, |
But we see how many fallen off and fallen back, and I have found it by experience so. | cc-acp pns12 vvb c-crq d n1 a-acp cc vvi av, cc pns11 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp n1 av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1313 | Page 230 |
7960 | The seed that is cast into the earth, |
The seed that is cast into the earth, First die, and then lives and grows; | dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, ord vvz, cc av vvz cc vvz; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1314 | Page 230 |
7961 | so no sooner doth the Lord fill his Saints, but there is much self-confidence on it, | so no sooner does the Lord fill his Saints, but there is much selfconfidence on it, | av dx av-c vdz dt n1 vvb po31 n2, cc-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp pn31, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1314 | Page 230 |
7962 | and resting in it, hence it dies, yet it lives and grows again. | and resting in it, hence it die, yet it lives and grows again. | cc vvg p-acp pn31, av pn31 vvz, av pn31 vvz cc vvz av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1314 | Page 230 |
7963 | And hence the Lord keeps his people poor & sensible of their own weakness as long as they live; | And hence the Lord keeps his people poor & sensible of their own weakness as long as they live; | cc av dt n1 vvz po31 n1 j cc j pp-f po32 d n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1314 | Page 230 |
7964 | but if it quite dies and withers, they were never the Lords, nor never had •ne Dram of Grace, 1 Iohn 2. 19. If it be taken away, he did but seem to have it. | but if it quite die and withers, they were never the lords, nor never had •ne Dram of Grace, 1 John 2. 19. If it be taken away, he did but seem to have it. | cc-acp cs pn31 av vvz cc vvz, pns32 vbdr av-x dt n2, ccx av-x vhd vbn n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd cs pn31 vbb vvn av, pns31 vdd p-acp vvi pc-acp vhi pn31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1314 | Page 230 |
7965 | All fleshly excellencies in men, as common gifts be, do wither, Isa. 40. 6, 7. All Flesh is grass: But Plants in Gods Orchard never lose their greenness, | All fleshly excellencies in men, as Common Gifts be, do wither, Isaiah 40. 6, 7. All Flesh is grass: But Plants in God's Orchard never loose their greenness, | av-d j n2 p-acp n2, c-acp j n2 vbb, vdb vvi, np1 crd crd, crd d n1 vbz n1: cc-acp n2 p-acp npg1 n1 av-x vvi po32 n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1314 | Page 230 |
7966 | though Plants and Flowe•s in the field may, Psal. 1. 3. Whose leaf shall not wither. | though Plants and Flowe•s in the field may, Psalm 1. 3. Whose leaf shall not wither. | cs n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb, np1 crd crd rg-crq n1 vmb xx vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1314 | Page 230 |
7967 | But this may make men secure, say the Arminians. |
But this may make men secure, say the Arminians. 1. Nothing puts more life in the Saints. | p-acp d vmb vvi n2 j, vvb dt njp2. crd pix vvz dc n1 p-acp dt n2. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1315 | Page 230 |
7968 | It would sink them else, |
It would sink them Else, if it were not thus, as when the Lord told Ioshua, where ever th•• settest thy foot, thou shalt prosper, not a man able to stand against thee, this puts life into him. | pn31 vmd vvi pno32 av, cs pn31 vbdr xx av, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd np1, c-crq av n1 vv2 po21 n1, pns21 vm2 vvi, xx dt n1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, d vvz n1 p-acp pno31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1316 | Page 230 |
7969 | 2. Though they cannot fall quite away, yet they may fall so as to lose the sweetness of Grace, and presence of God. | 2. Though they cannot fallen quite away, yet they may fallen so as to loose the sweetness of Grace, and presence of God. | crd cs pns32 vmbx vvi av av, av pns32 vmb vvi av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1317 | Page 230 |
7970 | If a man should eat too much, and ever be sick, though not die after it; | If a man should eat too much, and ever be sick, though not die After it; | cs dt n1 vmd vvi av av-d, cc av vbi j, cs xx vvi p-acp pn31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1317 | Page 230 |
7971 | or if one should fall and break his bones, though he doth not lose his life: | or if one should fallen and break his bones, though he does not loose his life: | cc cs pi vmd vvi cc vvi po31 n2, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi po31 n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1317 | Page 230 |
7972 | Is this any gap for any to rejoyce? 3. Though they cannot wholly drive away nor beat out the breath of the Spirit, | Is this any gap for any to rejoice? 3. Though they cannot wholly drive away nor beatrice out the breath of the Spirit, | vbz d d n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi? crd cs pns32 vmbx av-jn vvi av ccx vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1317 | Page 230 |
7973 | yet they may grieve the Spirit by which they are sealed, Eph. 4. 30. Which is more sad to a holy heart than all evils in the world beside. | yet they may grieve the Spirit by which they Are sealed, Ephesians 4. 30. Which is more sad to a holy heart than all evils in the world beside. | av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd r-crq vbz av-dc j p-acp dt j n1 cs d n2-jn p-acp dt n1 a-acp. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1318 | Page 230 |
7974 | But therefore let this Conceit die and perish, which is raised up by Satan to disgrace the Image of God and Spirit of Grace in the hearts of the Faithful; | But Therefore let this Conceit die and perish, which is raised up by Satan to disgrace the Image of God and Spirit of Grace in the hearts of the Faithful; | p-acp av vvb d n1 vvi cc vvi, r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1318 | Page 230 |
7975 | for who will make men seek after perishing things, under a colour of making men seek for the Spirit, it is to resist and quench the Spirit of God in them. SECT. IV. | for who will make men seek After perishing things, under a colour of making men seek for the Spirit, it is to resist and quench the Spirit of God in them. SECT. IV. | p-acp r-crq vmb vvi n2 vvi p-acp j-vvg n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. n1. np1 | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1318 | Page 230 |
7976 | IT may comfort the hearts of the Faithful exceedingly against fears of Apostacy, |
IT may Comfort the hearts of the Faithful exceedingly against fears of Apostasy, when they see great Cedars fallen, | pn31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j av-vvg p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vvb j n2 vvi, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1319 | Page 230 |
7977 | How shall I stand? And when they hear of some temptation that may be hereafter, then they fear. | How shall I stand? And when they hear of Some temptation that may be hereafter, then they Fear. | q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? cc c-crq pns32 vvb pp-f d n1 cst vmb vbi av, cs pns32 vvb. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1319 | Page 230 |
7978 | And when they feel the evil of their own hearts (which the Lord lets them feel to humble them that they may grow lower, | And when they feel the evil of their own hearts (which the Lord lets them feel to humble them that they may grow lower, | cc c-crq pns32 vvb dt n-jn pp-f po32 d n2 (r-crq dt n1 vvz pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 cst pns32 vmb vvi jc, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1319 | Page 230 |
7979 | and so stand the faster) they say, I shall fall, and when they have found the Lords presence, oh if now I should relapse after this health! | and so stand the faster) they say, I shall fallen, and when they have found the lords presence, o if now I should relapse After this health! | cc av vvb dt av-jc) pns32 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi, cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt n2 n1, uh cs av pns11 vmd n1 p-acp d n1! | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1319 | Page 230 |
7980 | How shall I know whether I shall stand or no? |
How shall I know whither I shall stand or no? | q-crq vmb pns11 vvi cs pns11 vmb vvi cc dx? | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1320 | Page 230 |
7981 | 'Tis not only discernable by perseverance, |
It's not only discernible by perseverance, but by somewhat begun, though very difficult to be seen. As, | pn31|vbz xx av-j j-u p-acp n1, p-acp p-acp av vvn, cs av j pc-acp vbi vvn. p-acp, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1321 | Page 230 |
7982 | 1. Observe Gods several and various dispensations of himself and his Grace toward thee, whether they issue from his everlasting love or no; | 1. Observe God's several and various dispensations of himself and his Grace towards thee, whither they issue from his everlasting love or no; | crd vvb n2 j cc j n2 pp-f px31 cc po31 n1 p-acp pno21, cs pns32 vvb p-acp po31 j n1 cc av-dx; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 230 |
7983 | for if so, then he will everlastingly keep that which he hath given thee. Quest. | for if so, then he will everlastingly keep that which he hath given thee. Quest. | c-acp cs av, cs pns31 vmb av-j vvi d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno21. n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 230 |
7984 | How shall I know that? Answ. Look as that issues from eternal wrath, that separates the soul from God, or therein 'tis exprest; | How shall I know that? Answer Look as that issues from Eternal wrath, that separates the soul from God, or therein it's expressed; | q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? np1 vvb p-acp d n2 p-acp j n1, cst vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, cc av pn31|vbz vvn; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 230 |
7985 | so that is the expression of eternal love which draws thee to God in Jesus Christ. | so that is the expression of Eternal love which draws thee to God in jesus christ. | av cst vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 r-crq vvz pno21 p-acp np1 p-acp np1 np1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 230 |
7986 | Observe therefore the Lords carriage, Doth it draw thee at last to him, nearer to him; | Observe Therefore the lords carriage, Does it draw thee At last to him, nearer to him; | vvb av dt n2 n1, vdz pn31 vvi pno21 p-acp ord p-acp pno31, av-jc p-acp pno31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7987 | and so the more he dispenseth of himself, the nearer thou art brought to him; | and so the more he dispenseth of himself, the nearer thou art brought to him; | cc av dt av-dc pns31 vvz pp-f px31, dt av-jc pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp pno31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7988 | here is the expression of eternal love, and the Lord will keep thee, Iohn 6. 37. All that 〈 ◊ 〉 given me shall come to me. | Here is the expression of Eternal love, and the Lord will keep thee, John 6. 37. All that 〈 ◊ 〉 given me shall come to me. | av vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno21, np1 crd crd d cst 〈 sy 〉 vvn pno11 vmb vvi p-acp pno11. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7989 | Let the Lord give his Spirit, though but little, they grow thankful. Oh he is come, whom I thought would never have returned again! | Let the Lord give his Spirit, though but little, they grow thankful. O he is come, whom I Thought would never have returned again! | vvb dt n1 vvb po31 n1, cs p-acp j, pns32 vvb j. uh pns31 vbz vvn, ro-crq pns11 vvd vmd av-x vhi vvn av! | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7990 | Let him deny it, this keeps them humble. Let the Lord dispense himself in an Ordinance, they love him; | Let him deny it, this keeps them humble. Let the Lord dispense himself in an Ordinance, they love him; | vvb pno31 vvi pn31, d vvz pno32 j. vvb dt n1 vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb pno31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7991 | and 〈 ◊ 〉 day 〈 ◊ 〉, better than a thousand elsewhere. Let him not do so, they feel the more need of him. | and 〈 ◊ 〉 day 〈 ◊ 〉, better than a thousand elsewhere. Let him not do so, they feel the more need of him. | cc 〈 sy 〉 n1 〈 sy 〉, av-jc cs dt crd av. vvb pno31 xx vdi av, pns32 vvb dt av-dc n1 pp-f pno31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7992 | Let the Lord free them from temptations, and give them conquest, Faith now rejoyceth. Let them fall into many temptations, their Faith growes the more purified than ever. | Let the Lord free them from temptations, and give them conquest, Faith now Rejoiceth. Let them fallen into many temptations, their Faith grows the more purified than ever. | vvb dt n1 vvb pno32 p-acp n2, cc vvi pno32 n1, n1 av vvz. vvb pno32 vvi p-acp d n2, po32 n1 vvz dt av-dc vvn cs av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7993 | Let the 〈 ◊ 〉 give them outward blessings, they grow more vile in their own eyes, lesse th•• the least, with Iacob. Let the Lord deny them, Hab. 3. 18. they rejoyce in the Lord. | Let the 〈 ◊ 〉 give them outward blessings, they grow more vile in their own eyes, less th•• the least, with Iacob. Let the Lord deny them, Hab. 3. 18. they rejoice in the Lord. | vvb dt 〈 sy 〉 vvb pno32 j n2, pns32 vvb av-dc j p-acp po32 d n2, dc n1 dt ds, p-acp np1. vvb dt n1 vvb pno32, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7994 | They get good and are more endeared to the Lord by every carriage of the Lords, at least in the issue it is so. | They get good and Are more endeared to the Lord by every carriage of the lords, At least in the issue it is so. | pns32 vvb j cc vbr av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7995 | As 'tis with wicked men, they may for a fit be affected and return to the Lord, | As it's with wicked men, they may for a fit be affected and return to the Lord, | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n2, pns32 vmb p-acp dt j vbb vvn cc vvi p-acp dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7996 | but in the issue they forget the Lord, so 'tis here contrariwise. There is not any unregenerate man, but somthing or other 〈 ◊ 〉 him. | but in the issue they forget the Lord, so it's Here contrariwise. There is not any unregenerate man, but something or other 〈 ◊ 〉 him. | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb dt n1, av pn31|vbz av av. pc-acp vbz xx d j n1, cc-acp pi cc n-jn 〈 sy 〉 pno31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7997 | The wicked ever are like Chaffe driven from God. | The wicked ever Are like Chaff driven from God. | dt j av vbr av-j n1 vvn p-acp np1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7998 | Gold that is of an everlasting nature, keep it, beat it, burn it, you cannot consume, | Gold that is of an everlasting nature, keep it, beatrice it, burn it, you cannot consume, | n1 cst vbz pp-f dt j n1, vvb pn31, vvb pn31, vvb pn31, pn22 vmbx vvi, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
7999 | but only purifie it, 'tis not so with Chaffe. | but only purify it, it's not so with Chaff. | cc-acp av-j vvi pn31, pn31|vbz xx av p-acp n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
8000 | Let the Lord give him tasts of Grace and joy, it estrangeth his soul from Christ, it doth not bring him nea• to Christ. | Let the Lord give him tastes of Grace and joy, it estrangeth his soul from christ, it does not bring him nea• to christ. | vvb dt n1 vvb pno31 vvz pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vdz xx vvi pno31 n1 p-acp np1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1322 | Page 231 |
8001 | 2. Observe whether thou dost grow out of, and live upon an everlasting Covenant or no, Rom. 11. 1. God hath not cast off his people, whom he 〈 ◊ 〉. | 2. Observe whither thou dost grow out of, and live upon an everlasting Covenant or no, Rom. 11. 1. God hath not cast off his people, whom he 〈 ◊ 〉. | crd vvb cs pns21 vd2 vvi av pp-f, cc vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc uh-dx, np1 crd crd np1 vhz xx vvn a-acp po31 n1, ro-crq pns31 〈 sy 〉. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8002 | Who are those? Children of the promise, Rom. 9. 7, 8. That are born and bred of the promise or whole Covenant of Grace; | Who Are those? Children of the promise, Rom. 9. 7, 8. That Are born and bred of the promise or Whole Covenant of Grace; | r-crq vbr d? n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd d vbr vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8003 | God hath treasured up all Grace in Christ, laid it up in that store-house, Christ hath dropt it in his promises. | God hath treasured up all Grace in christ, laid it up in that storehouse, christ hath dropped it in his promises. | np1 vhz vvn a-acp d n1 p-acp np1, vvd pn31 a-acp p-acp d n1, np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po31 n2. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8004 | Now when the soul is rooted in the Covenant, now it shall never die nor perish. | Now when the soul is rooted in the Covenant, now it shall never die nor perish. | av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vmb av-x vvi ccx vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8005 | As 'tis with some trees, set them in the ground, they will grow, if they have Sun and rain, but die at last: | As it's with Some trees, Set them in the ground, they will grow, if they have Sun and rain, but die At last: | p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d n2, vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi, cs pns32 vhb n1 cc n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp ord: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8006 | Take another, and set it in a Stock, so that it abides there, and fetcheth all its life from thence by cleaving to it; | Take Another, and Set it in a Stock, so that it abides there, and Fetches all its life from thence by cleaving to it; | vvb j-jn, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1, av cst pn31 vvz a-acp, cc vvz d po31 n1 p-acp av p-acp vvg p-acp pn31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8007 | now it will grow and become a flourishing Branch. | now it will grow and become a flourishing Branch. | av pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi dt j-vvg n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8008 | Now then the soul growes out of the Covenant, when the whole soul cleaves to the whole Covenant, | Now then the soul grows out of the Covenant, when the Whole soul cleaves to the Whole Covenant, | av av dt n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8009 | for the whole benefit of it, and is fully satisfied with it, 2 Sam. 23. 4, 5. As take a soul that feels a want of all the benefits of the Covenant, pardon, peace, life, that the Spirit is ready oft to fail, | for the Whole benefit of it, and is Fully satisfied with it, 2 Sam. 23. 4, 5. As take a soul that feels a want of all the benefits of the Covenant, pardon, peace, life, that the Spirit is ready oft to fail, | p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31, cc vbz av-j vvn p-acp pn31, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp vvi dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1, n1, n1, cst dt n1 vbz j av pc-acp vvi, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8010 | and hath no assurance it shall have any part of that which is the Childrens portion; | and hath no assurance it shall have any part of that which is the Children's portion; | cc vhz dx n1 pn31 vmb vhi d n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz dt ng2 n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8011 | and looks upon his own unworthiness, never to have any from the Lord, yet it looks up to the free mercy and Grace that made it to some, to make it good to me, | and looks upon his own unworthiness, never to have any from the Lord, yet it looks up to the free mercy and Grace that made it to Some, to make it good to me, | cc vvz p-acp po31 d n1, av-x pc-acp vhi d p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 cst vvd pn31 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp pno11, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8014 | The Lord hath now rooted the soul in this Covenant, and it hath received life from hence, this is everlasting, you shall continue. | The Lord hath now rooted the soul in this Covenant, and it hath received life from hence, this is everlasting, you shall continue. | dt n1 vhz av vvn dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc pn31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp av, d vbz j, pn22 vmb vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8015 | And when the soul especially is like a bough blown by the wind, yet it stands fast still. | And when the soul especially is like a bough blown by the wind, yet it Stands fast still. | cc c-crq dt n1 av-j vbz j dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vvz av-j av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8016 | If men have been in horrors and then fell to reformation, and there rested, it will not last. | If men have been in horrors and then fell to Reformation, and there rested, it will not last. | cs n2 vhb vbn p-acp n2 cc av vvd p-acp n1, cc a-acp vvd, pn31 vmb xx vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8017 | If men have had some workings and actings of the Spirit upon them, and then say, God must do all, | If men have had Some workings and actings of the Spirit upon them, and then say, God must do all, | cs n2 vhb vhn d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc av vvb, np1 vmb vdi d, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8018 | but they grow not into the Covenant, they will die; | but they grow not into the Covenant, they will die; | cc-acp pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8019 | But here though God keeps thee short and naked, and thou only pleadest the Covenant, thou shalt stand. | But Here though God keeps thee short and naked, and thou only pleadest the Covenant, thou shalt stand. | cc-acp av cs np1 vvz pno21 j cc j, cc pns21 j vv2 dt n1, pns21 vm2 vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8020 | If you plead for pardon, and some good, not the whole good of the Covenant, you shall die also. | If you plead for pardon, and Some good, not the Whole good of the Covenant, you shall die also. | cs pn22 vvb p-acp n1, cc d j, xx dt j-jn j pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8021 | If you grow upon some distemper, and the whole heart grow not upon this, you will die also. | If you grow upon Some distemper, and the Whole heart grow not upon this, you will die also. | cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, cc dt j-jn n1 vvb xx p-acp d, pn22 vmb vvi av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8022 | Look as 'tis with a man that builds, he will make an end if the foundation be laid, | Look as it's with a man that builds, he will make an end if the Foundation be laid, | n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vvz, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cs dt n1 vbb vvn, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8023 | but if not pull it down, so here. | but if not pull it down, so Here. | cc-acp cs xx vvi pn31 a-acp, av av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1323 | Page 231 |
8024 | 3. If the power of Grace received and acted by the Spirit, hath risen to the nature of fruits, | 3. If the power of Grace received and acted by the Spirit, hath risen to the nature of fruits, | crd cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1324 | Page 231 |
8025 | and not leaves only, Iohn 15. 2. And that is, when the soul receives that Grace, | and not leaves only, John 15. 2. And that is, when the soul receives that Grace, | cc xx n2 av-j, np1 crd crd cc cst vbz, c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1324 | Page 231 |
8026 | as that in every thing its scope is to live to God, to give his heart content. | as that in every thing its scope is to live to God, to give his heart content. | c-acp cst p-acp d n1 po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1324 | Page 232 |
8027 | For fruit is the end of the trees growth, and leaves and fruit is not for the tree, b•• for the content of the owner of it. | For fruit is the end of the trees growth, and leaves and fruit is not for the tree, b•• for the content of the owner of it. | p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, cc vvz cc n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1324 | Page 232 |
8028 | If so the Lord hath undertaken to purge thee, though there be much Self-seeking in thee, | If so the Lord hath undertaken to purge thee, though there be much Self-seeking in thee, | cs av dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno21, cs pc-acp vbb d j p-acp pno21, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1324 | Page 232 |
8029 | and he hath•undertaken though little at present, to make thee bear more fruit. • Many a man hath much affection and grace, | and he hath•undertaken though little At present, to make thee bear more fruit. • Many a man hath much affection and grace, | cc pns31 vvn cs j p-acp j, pc-acp vvi pno21 vvi dc n1. • d dt n1 vhz d n1 cc n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1324 | Page 232 |
8030 | but when he hath it, what is it but leave; to adorn and beautifie himself? But he lives not to the Lord; | but when he hath it, what is it but leave; to adorn and beautify himself? But he lives not to the Lord; | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhz pn31, r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp n1; pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31? p-acp pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1324 | Page 232 |
8031 | another man will live to the Lord in what he does, the Lord is so dear, and himself so vile; as that he doth thus. | Another man will live to the Lord in what he does, the Lord is so dear, and himself so vile; as that he does thus. | j-jn n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz, dt n1 vbz av j-jn, cc px31 av j; c-acp cst pns31 vdz av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1324 | Page 232 |
8032 | 4. If you pray for it in Christs Name. Object• Many pray. Answ. But when Christ and you pray together, you will speed; | 4. If you pray for it in Christ Name. Object• Many pray. Answer But when christ and you pray together, you will speed; | crd cs pn22 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp npg1 n1. np1 d vvb. np1 cc-acp c-crq np1 cc pn22 vvb av, pn22 vmb vvi; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8033 | and then Christ praies, when his Spirit cries at the Throne of Mercy, then himself is at the Throne of Justice. | and then christ prays, when his Spirit cries At the Throne of Mercy, then himself is At the Throne of justice. | cc cs np1 vvz, c-crq po31 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs px31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8034 | And his Spirit cries, 1. Not for an unfit person, that hath some slight change, but 〈 ◊ 〉 his Saints, whose hearts are endeared to him and his whole will. 2. No• fo• •• evil or private end, | And his Spirit cries, 1. Not for an unfit person, that hath Some slight change, but 〈 ◊ 〉 his Saints, whose hearts Are endeared to him and his Whole will. 2. No• fo• •• evil or private end, | cc po31 n1 vvz, crd xx p-acp dt j n1, cst vhz d j n1, cc-acp 〈 sy 〉 po31 n2, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 cc po31 j-jn n1. crd np1 n1 •• n-jn cc j n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8035 | but the Lords. 3. Not coldly, but with gro••s unutterable. | but the lords. 3. Not coldly, but with gro••s unutterable. | cc-acp dt n2. crd xx av-jn, cc-acp p-acp n2 j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8036 | Is it thus with th•e? Oh then how canst thou fall I Dost fear 〈 ◊ 〉, Mat. 16. 18. he shall not prevail against thee, | Is it thus with th•e? O then how Canst thou fallen I Dost Fear 〈 ◊ 〉, Mathew 16. 18. he shall not prevail against thee, | vbz pn31 av p-acp n1? uh av c-crq vm2 pns21 vvi pns11 vd2 n1 〈 sy 〉, np1 crd crd pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno21, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8037 | but thou shalt give the last blow and wou•d ▪ Dost fear the world, the deceits of it? Mat. 24. 24. ( if possible the elect ) Dost fear the evil or good things of it, Iohn 17. 13 though in the world, yet Christ prays you may be delivered from the evil of it. | but thou shalt give the last blow and wou•d ▪ Dost Fear the world, the Deceits of it? Mathew 24. 24. (if possible the elect) Dost Fear the evil or good things of it, John 17. 13 though in the world, yet christ prays you may be Delivered from the evil of it. | cc-acp pns21 vm2 vvi dt ord n1 cc n1 ▪ vd2 vvi dt n1, dt n2 pp-f pn31? np1 crd crd (cs j dt j-vvn) vd2 vvi dt j-jn cc j n2 pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd cs p-acp dt n1, av np1 vvz pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n-jn pp-f pn31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8038 | Dost fear thy sin, that will separate? Answ. Rom. 6. 2. How can we that are dead live any longe• therein? 'Tis a strong, | Dost Fear thy since, that will separate? Answer Rom. 6. 2. How can we that Are dead live any longe• therein? It's a strong, | vd2 vvi po21 n1, cst vmb vvi? np1 np1 crd crd q-crq vmb pns12 d vbr j vvb d n1 av? pn31|vbz dt j, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8039 | but a wounded, but a dying enemy. | but a wounded, but a dying enemy. | cc-acp dt j-vvn, cc-acp dt j-vvg n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8040 | Dost fear the Lord, thou hast walked so unworthy of him? He will not break the bruised reed till judgment come to victory, though little, though weak. | Dost Fear the Lord, thou hast walked so unworthy of him? He will not break the Bruised reed till judgement come to victory, though little, though weak. | vd2 vvi dt n1, pns21 vh2 vvn av j pp-f pno31? pns31 vmb xx vvi dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 vvb p-acp n1, c-acp j, cs j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8041 | Oh therefore be comforted against this in these times, which are aposta•ical, declining, evil daies, and bless the Lord! SECT. V. HEnce we learn what verdict to pass and give in concerning those men that |
O Therefore be comforted against this in these times, which Are aposta•ical, declining, evil days, and bless the Lord! SECT. V. HEnce we Learn what verdict to pass and give in Concerning those men that decay and fallen off from the Lord. | uh av vbi vvn p-acp d p-acp d n2, r-crq vbr j, j-vvg, j-jn n2, cc vvb dt n1! n1. n1 av pns12 vvb r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp vvg d n2 cst n1 cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1325 | Page 232 |
8042 | They never had Oyl in their Vessel, never had dram of Grace in their heart, Thus, 1 Iohn 2. 19. If ▪ they had been •f us, they would doubtlesse have continued with us. | They never had Oil in their Vessel, never had dram of Grace in their heart, Thus, 1 John 2. 19. If ▪ they had been •f us, they would doubtless have continued with us. | pns32 av-x vhd n1 p-acp po32 n1, av-x vhd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1, av, crd np1 crd crd cs ▪ pns32 vhd vbn j-jn pno12, pns32 vmd av-j vhi vvn p-acp pno12. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8043 | It seems they were such men which were so eminent and excellent, as that there were no brands nor marks upon them to give notice to the Churches that they were markt out for apostacy, | It seems they were such men which were so eminent and excellent, as that there were no brands nor marks upon them to give notice to the Churches that they were marked out for apostasy, | pn31 vvz pns32 vbdr d n2 r-crq vbdr av j cc j, c-acp cst a-acp vbdr dx n2 ccx n2 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 cst pns32 vbdr vvn av p-acp n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8044 | but were only discovered to be unsound by their apostacy; and this was argument good enough. | but were only discovered to be unsound by their apostasy; and this was argument good enough. | cc-acp vbdr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n1; cc d vbds n1 j av-d. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8045 | Hence Christ, when some of the Iews began to believe in him with a temporary Faith, Iohn 8. 31. If my Word continue in you, ye are my Disciples; | Hence christ, when Some of the Iews began to believe in him with a temporary Faith, John 8. 31. If my Word continue in you, you Are my Disciples; | av np1, c-crq d pp-f dt np2 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd cs po11 n1 vvi p-acp pn22, pn22 vbr po11 n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8046 | as if he should say, your Faith is a Fancy, if it continue not. | as if he should say, your Faith is a Fancy, if it continue not. | c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, po22 n1 vbz dt n1, cs pn31 vvb xx. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8047 | Look therefore as the Prophet said, Zach. 1. 5. Your Prophets, where are they? Your Fathers, where are they? So say I to you; | Look Therefore as the Prophet said, Zach 1. 5. Your prophets, where Are they? Your Father's, where Are they? So say I to you; | n1 av p-acp dt n1 vvd, np1 crd crd po22 n2, q-crq vbr pns32? po22 n2, q-crq vbr pns32? av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8048 | Your Tears, your Tenderness, your Groanings, your Heart-breaking, Prayers, &c. Where are they? Is it with them as with ships that are sunk and wrackt, some of the ribs remain, which gives you to see and say, there was a fair ship, | Your Tears, your Tenderness, your Groanings, your Heartbreaking, Prayers, etc. Where Are they? Is it with them as with ships that Are sunk and wracked, Some of the ribs remain, which gives you to see and say, there was a fair ship, | po22 n2, po22 n1, po22 n2-vvg, po22 j, n2, av c-crq vbr pns32? vbz pn31 p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp n2 cst vbr vvn cc vvn, d pp-f dt n2 vvb, r-crq vvz pn22 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vbds dt j n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8049 | but it•s sunk, 1 Tim. 1. 19. Make shipwrack of Conscience, and so lose their Faith also. | but it•s sunk, 1 Tim. 1. 19. Make shipwreck of Conscience, and so loose their Faith also. | cc-acp vbz vvn, crd np1 crd crd vvb n1 pp-f n1, cc av vvb po32 n1 av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8050 | Some men for a time seem to keep a whole Conscience, wind and water-tite, they can pass through many storms, | some men for a time seem to keep a Whole Conscience, wind and water-tite, they can pass through many storms, | d n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8051 | yet at last it breaks, and when that is lost, their Faith is lost also. Their Faith before God ▪ and Conscience before men, both of them break. | yet At last it breaks, and when that is lost, their Faith is lost also. Their Faith before God ▪ and Conscience before men, both of them break. | av p-acp ord pn31 vvz, cc c-crq d vbz vvn, po32 n1 vbz vvn av. po32 n1 p-acp np1 ▪ cc n1 p-acp n2, d pp-f pno32 vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1326 | Page 232 |
8052 | Now there are two sorts of Apostates: 1. Open in mens life, whose falls are like the falls of a mighty tree, it falls with noise, | Now there Are two sorts of Apostates: 1. Open in men's life, whose falls Are like the falls of a mighty tree, it falls with noise, | av a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2: crd j p-acp ng2 n1, rg-crq n2 vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, pn31 vvz p-acp n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1327 | Page 232 |
8053 | and breaks down all the under-wood: | and breaks down all the underwood: | cc vvz a-acp d dt n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1327 | Page 232 |
8054 | So their falls make a noise in all the Country where they lived, and by their falls some are sadded, others offended and damned. 2. Secret, | So their falls make a noise in all the Country where they lived, and by their falls Some Are sadded, Others offended and damned. 2. Secret, | av po32 n2 vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvd, cc p-acp po32 n2 d vbr vvn, n2-jn vvn cc vvn. crd np1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1327 | Page 232 |
8055 | when men are Apostates in heart, Prov. 14. 14. which have chosen some sinful ways, Ier. 3. When 'tis with men as it was with Saul, there is no commendation of him but this, that he was higher by the head and shoulders then any of Israel: So 'tis with these, in outward profession higher than others, but their oyle is spent. | when men Are Apostates in heart, Curae 14. 14. which have chosen Some sinful ways, Jeremiah 3. When it's with men as it was with Saul, there is no commendation of him but this, that he was higher by the head and shoulders then any of Israel: So it's with these, in outward profession higher than Others, but their oil is spent. | c-crq n2 vbr n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd r-crq vhb vvn d j n2, np1 crd c-crq pn31|vbz p-acp n2 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp d, cst pns31 vbds jc p-acp dt n1 cc n2 av d pp-f np1: av pn31|vbz p-acp d, p-acp j n1 av-jc cs n2-jn, cc-acp po32 n1 vbz vvn. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1327 | Page 233 |
8056 | But do not many of the Saints fall openly and secretly? |
But do not many of the Saints fallen openly and secretly? True, they may and do fallen exceeding greatly. | p-acp vdi xx d pp-f dt n2 vvb av-j cc av-jn? j, pns32 vmb cc vdb vvi vvg av-j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1328 | Page 233 |
8057 | But as Moses prophecying of the |
But as Moses prophesying of the apostasy of Israel After his death, Deuteronomy 32. 29. yet it's said, it's not the corruption, nor spot of his children, Deuteronomy 32. 5. There is a great difference between an Hypocrites Apostasy from his grace, and Saints from theirs. | cc-acp c-acp np1 vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd av pn31|vbz vvn, pn31|vbz xx dt n1, ccx n1 pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc n2 p-acp png32. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1329 | Page 233 |
8058 | Its one thing to fall from branch and root too, another thing only for the branches to be broken off and the root not pulled up, Iude 12. There are some apostacies that argue there was never a dram of grace in that soul. | Its one thing to fallen from branch and root too, Another thing only for the branches to be broken off and the root not pulled up, Iude 12. There Are Some apostasies that argue there was never a dram of grace in that soul. | pn31|vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi av, j-jn n1 av-j p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp cc dt n1 xx vvn a-acp, np1 crd pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vvb a-acp vbds av-x dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1329 | Page 233 |
8059 | Saints fall down, but do not fall away: And of such Apostacies as argue want of grace, take the following Discoveries. | Saints fallen down, but do not fallen away: And of such Apostasies as argue want of grace, take the following Discoveries. | np1 vvb a-acp, cc-acp vdb xx vvi av: cc pp-f d n2 c-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt j-vvg n2. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1329 | Page 233 |
8060 | 1. When a mans rising is the cause of his fall (or seals a man up in his fall) or at least the cause, through his corruption, Ex. gr. Time was a man lived a loose, careless, carnal life; | 1. When a men rising is the cause of his fallen (or Seals a man up in his fallen) or At least the cause, through his corruption, Ex. Great. Time was a man lived a lose, careless, carnal life; | crd c-crq dt ng1 vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 (cc n2 dt n1 a-acp p-acp po31 n1) cc p-acp ds dt n1, p-acp po31 n1, fw-la zz. n1 vbds dt n1 vvd dt j, j, j n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8061 | by the Minstry of some Word, or reading of some Book, or speaking with some Friend, he comes to be convinced of his misery and woful condition, | by the Ministry of Some Word, or reading of Some Book, or speaking with Some Friend, he comes to be convinced of his misery and woeful condition, | p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vvg pp-f d n1, cc vvg p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1 cc j n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8062 | and sees no good, nor grace in himself, he hath been even hitherto deceived; | and sees no good, nor grace in himself, he hath been even hitherto deceived; | cc vvz dx j, ccx n1 p-acp px31, pns31 vhz vbn av av vvn; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8063 | at last he comes to get some light, some taste, some sorrows, some heart to use the means, some comfort, | At last he comes to get Some Light, Some taste, Some sorrows, Some heart to use the means, Some Comfort, | p-acp ord pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n1, d n1, d n2, d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2, d n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8064 | and mercy, and hope of life: | and mercy, and hope of life: | cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8065 | And when 'tis thus with him now he falls, he grows full and falls, and this rising is the cause of his fall, his light is darkness, | And when it's thus with him now he falls, he grows full and falls, and this rising is the cause of his fallen, his Light is darkness, | cc c-crq pn31|vbz av p-acp pno31 av pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz j cc vvz, cc d vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1 vbz n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8066 | and death to him, and grows to a form of knowledge: | and death to him, and grows to a from of knowledge: | cc n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8067 | His rising makes him fall to formality, and then to prophaneness, and so his tasting satisfies him, his sorrows empty his heart of sorrow for sin, | His rising makes him fallen to formality, and then to profaneness, and so his tasting Satisfies him, his sorrows empty his heart of sorrow for since, | png31 n-vvg vvz pno31 vvi p-acp n1, cc av p-acp n1, cc av po31 n-vvg vvz pno31, po31 n2 j po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8068 | and his sorrows for his falls harden his heart in his falls, and all the means of recovering him harden him; | and his sorrows for his falls harden his heart in his falls, and all the means of recovering him harden him; | cc po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2 vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc d dt n2 pp-f vvg pno31 vvi pno31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8069 | that now if men never had had means, even Sodom, they would have relented before now. | that now if men never had had means, even Sodom, they would have relented before now. | cst av cs n2 av vhd vhn n2, av np1, pns32 vmd vhi vvd a-acp av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8070 | This is a sad token of falling away, and having had only lighter work, it being a plain evidence that at their best they were filled with their lusts, | This is a sad token of falling away, and having had only lighter work, it being a plain evidence that At their best they were filled with their Lustiest, | d vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg av, cc vhg vhn av-j jc n1, pn31 vbg dt j n1 cst p-acp po32 js pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8071 | because a little light and affection satisfied them, which is now turned by the power of their lust to harden them, Isai. 6. 9. This is given as one sure sign of a people forsaken of God, | Because a little Light and affection satisfied them, which is now turned by the power of their lust to harden them, Isaiah 6. 9. This is given as one sure Signen of a people forsaken of God, | c-acp dt j n1 cc n1 vvn pno32, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, np1 crd crd d vbz vvn p-acp crd j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn pp-f np1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8072 | when in seeing they see not, and hearing they hear not. Look as it is in diseases, if the Physick and me•t turns to be Poyson, | when in seeing they see not, and hearing they hear not. Look as it is in diseases, if the Physic and me•t turns to be Poison, | c-crq p-acp vvg pns32 vvb xx, cc vvg pns32 vvb xx. vvb p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, cs dt n1 cc n1 vvz pc-acp vbi n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8073 | then there is no hope of recovery, a man is sick to death now. | then there is no hope of recovery, a man is sick to death now. | cs pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1 av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8074 | The Saints little measure makes them forget what is behinde, Prov. 4. 18. He shines brighter and brighter till the perfect day. | The Saints little measure makes them forget what is behind, Curae 4. 18. He shines Brighter and Brighter till the perfect day. | dt n2 j n1 vvz pno32 vvi r-crq vbz a-acp, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz jc cc jc p-acp dt j n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8075 | So that let him fall he cannot be quiet there, but when he remembers from whom he is fallen, | So that let him fallen he cannot be quiet there, but when he remembers from whom he is fallen, | av cst vvd pno31 vvi pns31 vmbx vbi j-jn a-acp, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbz vvn, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8076 | if once he tasted the Lord, this will fetch him again, and make him restless till he return. | if once he tasted the Lord, this will fetch him again, and make him restless till he return. | cs a-acp pns31 vvd dt n1, d vmb vvi pno31 av, cc vvi pno31 j c-acp pns31 vvb. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8077 | But if it be so as now it is with these, then the case is woful, | But if it be so as now it is with these, then the case is woeful, | p-acp cs pn31 vbb av c-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp d, cs dt n1 vbz j, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8078 | when there is such a plague on men and they know it not. | when there is such a plague on men and they know it not. | c-crq pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp n2 cc pns32 vvb pn31 xx. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1330 | Page 233 |
8079 | When a man saith to himself, as the Glutton said to his soul, Take thy rest, for thou hast goods laid up for many years; | When a man Says to himself, as the Glutton said to his soul, Take thy rest, for thou hast goods laid up for many Years; | c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp px31, c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, vvb po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 n2-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1331 | Page 233 |
8080 | so thou hast repentance, and grace, and peace enough for many years; and hence the soul takes its rest, grows sluggish and negligent. | so thou hast Repentance, and grace, and peace enough for many Years; and hence the soul Takes its rest, grows sluggish and negligent. | av pns21 vh2 n1, cc n1, cc n1 av-d p-acp d n2; cc av dt n1 vvz po31 n1, vvz j cc j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1331 | Page 233 |
8081 | Oh if you die in this case, this night thy soul shall be taken away to Hell. | O if you die in this case, this night thy soul shall be taken away to Hell. | uh cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, d n1 po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1331 | Page 233 |
8082 | 2. If when men fall from the Lord, and they rise up only in Ordinances, but fall down constantly out of Ordinances without feeling. | 2. If when men fallen from the Lord, and they rise up only in Ordinances, but fallen down constantly out of Ordinances without feeling. | crd cs c-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vvb a-acp av-j p-acp n2, cc-acp vvb a-acp av-j av pp-f n2 p-acp vvg. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 233 |
8083 | A carnal heart falls, but he thinks himself is not therefore without all grace, because in an Ordinance his heart sometimes is affected, | A carnal heart falls, but he thinks himself is not Therefore without all grace, Because in an Ordinance his heart sometime is affected, | dt j n1 vvz, cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 vbz xx av p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 po31 n1 av vbz vvn, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 233 |
8084 | so they were Ezek. 33. 31. The Prophets Ministry was sweet to them, but their hearts went after their covetousness, their Hogs, their houses, their lusts, their lots; | so they were Ezekiel 33. 31. The prophets Ministry was sweet to them, but their hearts went After their covetousness, their Hogs, their houses, their Lustiest, their lots; | av pns32 vbdr np1 crd crd dt ng1 n1 vbds j p-acp pno32, p-acp po32 n2 vvd p-acp po32 n1, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 233 |
8085 | and they joy in the Prophet, but never mourn for that. | and they joy in the Prophet, but never mourn for that. | cc pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av-x vvb p-acp d. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 233 |
8086 | A precious heart also falls out of Ordinances, but he feels his falls ▪ Though he falls from the Benefit of his rising, | A precious heart also falls out of Ordinances, but he feels his falls ▪ Though he falls from the Benefit of his rising, | dt j n1 av vvz av pp-f n2, cc-acp pns31 vvz po31 n2 ▪ cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 233 |
8087 | yet not from the feeling of his fall, But to another man the sweet he finds in Ordinances, is but Musick to his meat, | yet not from the feeling of his fallen, But to Another man the sweet he finds in Ordinances, is but Music to his meat, | av xx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp j-jn n1 dt j pns31 vvz p-acp n2, vbz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 233 |
8110 | when Ephesus falls from her first love, to remember from whence she is fallen, is enough to restore her to her love again. | when Ephesus falls from her First love, to Remember from whence she is fallen, is enough to restore her to her love again. | c-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 ord n1, p-acp vvb p-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8088 | or as a man falls from Musick to his meat, Mat. 7. 26, 27. He that heareth my words and doth them not, that mans house is built upon a Sand, which falls, and the cause of great falls is this: | or as a man falls from Music to his meat, Mathew 7. 26, 27. He that hears my words and does them not, that men house is built upon a Sand, which falls, and the cause of great falls is this: | cc p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 cst vvz po11 n2 cc vdz dt xx, cst ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbz d: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 233 |
8089 | Look as 'tis with corn-ground, if rain falls upon that, though it be long before any ripe fruit comes; | Look as it's with corn-ground, if rain falls upon that, though it be long before any ripe fruit comes; | vvb a-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1, cs n1 vvz p-acp d, cs pn31 vbb j p-acp d j n1 vvz; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 233 |
8090 | yet it makes it at last come to some ripeness: | yet it makes it At last come to Some ripeness: | av pn31 vvz pn31 p-acp ord vvn p-acp d n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 234 |
8091 | But if it falls on other ground, seed is sown there, but it brings forth Briars, | But if it falls on other ground, seed is sown there, but it brings forth Briers, | cc-acp cs pn31 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc-acp pn31 vvz av n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 234 |
8092 | though it drinks in rain, 'tis nigh to cursing, Heb. 6. 7, 8. Look as it was with Saul, God had forsaken him, 1 Sam. 16. 14, 23. and a Spirit of Satan came upon him, | though it drinks in rain, it's High to cursing, Hebrew 6. 7, 8. Look as it was with Saul, God had forsaken him, 1 Sam. 16. 14, 23. and a Spirit of Satan Come upon him, | cs pn31 vvz p-acp n1, pn31|vbz av-j p-acp vvg, np1 crd crd, crd n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1 vhd vvn pno31, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 234 |
8093 | yet when David played with his Harp, it stilled the spirit in him, & affected him much; | yet when David played with his Harp, it stilled the Spirit in him, & affected him much; | av c-crq np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvd pno31 d; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 234 |
8094 | it did not cast out the spirit, for when he had done playing, the evil spirit came again upon him. | it did not cast out the Spirit, for when he had done playing, the evil Spirit Come again upon him. | pn31 vdd xx vvi av dt n1, c-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vdn vvg, dt j-jn n1 vvd av p-acp pno31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 234 |
8095 | So 'tis at this day, a man is forsaken of the Spirit of God, and haunted with an evil spirit of pride, world, passion, lust, Libertinism; | So it's At this day, a man is forsaken of the Spirit of God, and haunted with an evil Spirit of pride, world, passion, lust, Libertinism; | av pn31|vbz p-acp d n1, dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, np1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 234 |
8096 | a man prays, hears, and is made much better; tis stilled, not cast out; | a man prays, hears, and is made much better; this stilled, not cast out; | dt n1 vvz, vvz, cc vbz vvn av-d av-jc; pn31|vbz vvn, xx vvn av; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 234 |
8097 | for after this a man returns to his old spirit again, and in time he cannot be quieted with preaching, | for After this a man returns to his old Spirit again, and in time he cannot be quieted with preaching, | c-acp p-acp d dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 j n1 av, cc p-acp n1 pns31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp vvg, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 234 |
8098 | nor praying, no more then he could with his harping. | nor praying, no more then he could with his harping. | ccx vvg, av-dx dc cs pns31 vmd p-acp po31 vvg. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1332 | Page 234 |
8099 | 3. When a man is so fallen, as that he returns not in the season of rising: | 3. When a man is so fallen, as that he returns not in the season of rising: | crd c-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn, c-acp cst pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1333 | Page 234 |
8100 | Look as 'tis with Trees in Winter-time, their leaves, their blowths, their fruit, their beauty is gone: | Look as it's with Trees in Wintertime, their leaves, their blowths, their fruit, their beauty is gone: | vvb a-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2 p-acp n1, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n1, po32 n1 vbz vvn: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1333 | Page 234 |
8101 | Is it then dry and barren, and quite withered, and cursed? One would think so for the present, | Is it then dry and barren, and quite withered, and cursed? One would think so for the present, | vbz pn31 av j cc j, cc av vvn, cc j-vvn? pi vmd vvi av p-acp dt j, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1333 | Page 234 |
8102 | but 'tis not so, because the season of fruit and leaves is not now; if in Spring and Summer it should be so, then you might well suspect it. | but it's not so, Because the season of fruit and leaves is not now; if in Spring and Summer it should be so, then you might well suspect it. | cc-acp pn31|vbz xx av, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2 vbz xx av; cs p-acp n1 cc n1 pn31 vmd vbi av, cs pn22 vmd av vvi pn31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1333 | Page 234 |
8103 | Thus Ier. 8. 5, 7, 8. yet they said they were wise, and they had Law and Ordinances among them: | Thus Jeremiah 8. 5, 7, 8. yet they said they were wise, and they had Law and Ordinances among them: | av np1 crd crd, crd, crd av pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr j, cc pns32 vhd n1 cc n2 p-acp pno32: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1333 | Page 234 |
8104 | True, yet they did not know their season, hence fell with an everlasting backsliding. | True, yet they did not know their season, hence fell with an everlasting backsliding. | j, av pns32 vdd xx vvi po32 n1, av vvd p-acp dt j n-vvg. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1333 | Page 234 |
8105 | Hence Psal. 1. 3, 4, 5. They are like the tree planted by the rivers side which bears in season. | Hence Psalm 1. 3, 4, 5. They Are like the tree planted by the Rivers side which bears in season. | av np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns32 vbr av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1333 | Page 234 |
8106 | What, and when is this season? |
What, and when is this season? | q-crq, cc c-crq vbz d n1? | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1334 | Page 234 |
8107 | I cannot tell you the season of every man, |
I cannot tell you the season of every man, but I will show you the usual seasons of many men. | pns11 vmbx vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt j n2 pp-f d n2. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1335 | Page 234 |
8108 | 1. When Jesus Christ the Sun of righteousness draws exceeding neer unto the soul, and that to the reviving of others, Isai. 55. 6. but thy heart never a whit the better, not yet much troubled it is so bad. | 1. When jesus christ the Sun of righteousness draws exceeding near unto the soul, and that to the reviving of Others, Isaiah 55. 6. but thy heart never a whit the better, not yet much troubled it is so bad. | crd c-crq np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, cc cst p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2-jn, np1 crd crd p-acp po21 n1 av-x dt n1 dt jc, xx av av-d vvn pn31 vbz av j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8109 | When Peter falls, a look recovers him; | When Peter falls, a look recovers him; | c-crq np1 vvz, dt n1 vvz pno31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8111 | When the Disciples fell after Christs death, yet when he arose and opened the Scripture, their hearts burned within them. | When the Disciples fell After Christ death, yet when he arose and opened the Scripture, their hearts burned within them. | c-crq dt n2 vvd p-acp npg1 n1, av c-crq pns31 vvd cc vvd dt n1, po32 n2 vvn p-acp pno32. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8112 | But thou hast had Jesus Christ opening the riches of his grace from heaven, and thou hast heard a voice, | But thou hast had jesus christ opening the riches of his grace from heaven, and thou hast herd a voice, | p-acp pns21 vh2 vhd np1 np1 vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8113 | but not seen the sight, the glory of the Lord in this thy day; and this thou hast done though the Sun hath come to his full height sometime: This is thy season; | but not seen the sighed, the glory of the Lord in this thy day; and this thou hast done though the Sun hath come to his full height sometime: This is thy season; | cc-acp xx vvn dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d po21 n1; cc d pns21 vh2 vdn c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 j n1 av: d vbz po21 n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8114 | Gospel, and Christ, and promises, are grown common to you, &c. As it was with the possessed man, Mat. 17. 15. The Devil takes him oft, | Gospel, and christ, and promises, Are grown Common to you, etc. As it was with the possessed man, Mathew 17. 15. The devil Takes him oft, | n1, cc np1, cc n2, vbr vvn j p-acp pn22, av p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt j-vvn n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz pno31 av, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8115 | and casts him into the water and fire, but if when he come to Christ he have no help, the Lord be merciful to him then: | and Cast him into the water and fire, but if when he come to christ he have no help, the Lord be merciful to him then: | cc vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp cs c-crq pns31 vvn p-acp np1 pns31 vhb dx n1, dt n1 vbb j p-acp pno31 av: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8116 | So you have been possessed and fallen, but when the Lord Jesus comes he casts them out; | So you have been possessed and fallen, but when the Lord jesus comes he Cast them out; | av pn22 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 np1 vvz pns31 vvz pno32 av; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8117 | but if the Lord speaks, enlightens, and cometh saying, Remember me whom thou hast abused, my wet locks, my watery eyes, | but if the Lord speaks, enlightens, and comes saying, remember me whom thou hast abused, my wet locks, my watery eyes, | cc-acp cs dt n1 vvz, vvz, cc vvz vvg, vvb pno11 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn, po11 j n2, po11 j n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8118 | and my sorrowful heart which thou hast broken, here is all my love, and this prevails not, | and my sorrowful heart which thou hast broken, Here is all my love, and this prevails not, | cc po11 j n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn, av vbz d po11 n1, cc d vvz xx, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8119 | but thou neither risest nor desirest the Lord to raise thee: This is sad. | but thou neither risest nor Desirest the Lord to raise thee: This is sad. | cc-acp pns21 av-dx vv2 ccx vv2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21: d vbz j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8120 | In the day of Jubilee, be a servant then for ever, if your old master still pleaseth you; | In the day of Jubilee, be a servant then for ever, if your old master still Pleases you; | p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbb dt n1 av p-acp av, cs po22 j n1 av vvz pn22; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8121 | especially when all means are used; when the last of a course of Physick is taken, and is ineffectual. | especially when all means Are used; when the last of a course of Physic is taken, and is ineffectual. | av-j c-crq d n2 vbr vvn; c-crq dt ord pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, cc vbz j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1336 | Page 234 |
8122 | 2. When the Lord is ready to depart from the soul. Somtime Saints do not melt at love, but the Lord departs, now this recovers them. | 2. When the Lord is ready to depart from the soul. Sometime Saints do not melt At love, but the Lord departs, now this recovers them. | crd c-crq dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. av n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvz, av d vvz pno32. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 234 |
8123 | As a man that hath a friend, though they grow weary of their company, and they begin to carry away divers things, | As a man that hath a friend, though they grow weary of their company, and they begin to carry away diverse things, | p-acp dt n1 cst vhz dt n1, cs pns32 vvb j pp-f po32 n1, cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi av j n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 234 |
8124 | yet when they come to take their leave indeed, now they recover, and they cannot part now. | yet when they come to take their leave indeed, now they recover, and they cannot part now. | av c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n1 av, av pns32 vvb, cc pns32 vmbx vvi av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 234 |
8125 | Like Ioseph and his Brethren, they can neither of them part. Nicode••us and Ioseph cannot contain, but cleave to Christ, when most forsaken. | Like Ioseph and his Brothers, they can neither of them part. Nicode••us and Ioseph cannot contain, but cleave to christ, when most forsaken. | j np1 cc po31 n2, pns32 vmb av-dx pp-f pno32 vvi. np1 cc np1 vmbx vvi, cc-acp vvb p-acp np1, c-crq av-ds vvn. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 234 |
8126 | David, when God hides his face, is troubled, Psal. 30. 7. 'Tis with 〈 ◊ 〉 as with sick folks, | David, when God hides his face, is troubled, Psalm 30. 7. It's with 〈 ◊ 〉 as with sick folks, | np1, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, vbz vvn, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz p-acp 〈 sy 〉 c-acp p-acp j n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 234 |
8127 | when their sickness and sores come to their height, now they break and recover, Hos. 5. 15. But if Gods departing from thee makes thee more vile, it makes thee apostatize from him. | when their sickness and sores come to their height, now they break and recover, Hos. 5. 15. But if God's departing from thee makes thee more vile, it makes thee apostatise from him. | c-crq po32 n1 cc n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1, av pns32 vvb cc vvi, np1 crd crd p-acp cs n2 vvg p-acp pno21 vvz pno21 av-dc j, pn31 vvz pno21 vvi p-acp pno31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 234 |
8128 | 'Tis certain thou hadst never life then. | It's certain thou Hadst never life then. | pn31|vbz j pns21 vhd2 av-x n1 av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 234 |
8129 | This is a Sauls brand, 1 Sam. 28. He forsakes the Lord, and goes to • Witch. | This is a Saul's brand, 1 Sam. 28. He forsakes the Lord, and Goes to • Witch. | d vbz dt np1 n1, crd np1 crd pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz pc-acp • n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 234 |
8130 | Never saw you yet a Gracious heart, but the Lord made extremity fetch him in. | Never saw you yet a Gracious heart, but the Lord made extremity fetch him in. | av-x vvd pn22 av dt j n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvd n1 vvb pno31 p-acp. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 235 |
8174 | Whatever is in a godly man, the likeness and similitude of it is for a time in an Hypocrite. | Whatever is in a godly man, the likeness and similitude of it is for a time in an Hypocrite. | r-crq vbz p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8131 | And no surer sign of an ungracious heart, than to have this blast him and drive him from the Lord, Mal. 3. 14. A man hath Gods Ordinances, he finds no profit, no God, no Christ, his affection is lost, | And no Surer Signen of an ungracious heart, than to have this blast him and drive him from the Lord, Malachi 3. 14. A man hath God's Ordinances, he finds no profit, no God, no christ, his affection is lost, | cc dx jc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cs pc-acp vhi d vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vhz n2 n2, pns31 vvz dx n1, dx n1, av-dx np1, po31 n1 vbz vvn, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 235 |
8132 | and now he forsakes the Lord. Oh when Christ is a rock of offence, wo, wo, wo to that soul! | and now he forsakes the Lord. O when christ is a rock of offence, woe, woe, woe to that soul! | cc av pns31 vvz dt n1. uh c-crq np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, uh-n, uh-n p-acp d n1! | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 235 |
8133 | Now thou hast neither Summer nor Winter-fruit. Oh look to thy fall here! | Now thou hast neither Summer nor Winter-fruit. O look to thy fallen Here! | av pns21 vh2 dx n1 ccx n1. uh vvb p-acp po21 n1 av! | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1337 | Page 235 |
8134 | 4. When men so fall from the Lord, as that their whole hearts make choice of, | 4. When men so fallen from the Lord, as that their Whole hearts make choice of, | crd c-crq n2 av vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp cst po32 j-jn n2 vvb n1 pp-f, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8135 | and are espoused to some lust, wedded to some distemper. For though the Saints may fall, yet never to another Lover; | and Are espoused to Some lust, wedded to Some distemper. For though the Saints may fallen, yet never to Another Lover; | cc vbr vvn p-acp d n1, vvn p-acp d n1. p-acp cs dt n2 vmb vvi, av av-x p-acp j-jn n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8136 | for they cannot fall into any sin that breaks Covenant between them and the Lord, Hos. 2. 19. When men make choice of any thing in the world to take content in more than in the Lord, | for they cannot fallen into any since that breaks Covenant between them and the Lord, Hos. 2. 19. When men make choice of any thing in the world to take content in more than in the Lord, | c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1 cst vvz n1 p-acp pno32 cc dt n1, np1 crd crd c-crq n2 vvb n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi j p-acp dc cs p-acp dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8137 | or together with the Lord, and hence defend it as lawful, and are fully free in it. There was never Grace there. | or together with the Lord, and hence defend it as lawful, and Are Fully free in it. There was never Grace there. | cc av p-acp dt n1, cc av vvb pn31 p-acp j, cc vbr av-j j p-acp pn31. pc-acp vbds av-x n1 a-acp. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8138 | For if any thing doth give the Saints content, 'tis not their choice, but refusing: But you are wedded to your lust. | For if any thing does give the Saints content, it's not their choice, but refusing: But you Are wedded to your lust. | p-acp cs d n1 vdz vvi dt n2 j, pn31|vbz xx po32 n1, cc-acp vvg: cc-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp po22 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8139 | David could say, I have chosen thy Testimonies, oh forsake me not utterly! | David could say, I have chosen thy Testimonies, o forsake me not utterly! | np1 vmd vvi, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n2, uh vvb pno11 xx av-j! | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8140 | Others chuse somwhat else, not thee, Psal. 125. 5. Those that walk in crooked waies, the Lord shall lead them forth. | Others choose somewhat Else, not thee, Psalm 125. 5. Those that walk in crooked ways, the Lord shall led them forth. | ng2-jn vvi av av, xx pno21, np1 crd crd d cst vvb p-acp j n2, dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8141 | This is given as a black mark of men that are broken off from the Lord, Rom. 11. 9. Let their Table become a snare. | This is given as a black mark of men that Are broken off from the Lord, Rom. 11. 9. Let their Table become a snare. | d vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd vvb po32 n1 vvi dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8142 | When it may be no unlawful thing, but lawful is that which banes them, 2 Pet. 2. 22. Sheep may fall into the mire, | When it may be no unlawful thing, but lawful is that which banes them, 2 Pet. 2. 22. Sheep may fallen into the mire, | c-crq pn31 vmb vbi dx j n1, cc-acp j vbz d r-crq n2 pno32, crd np1 crd crd n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8143 | but if they lie and wallow in it, it's a Swine; and all their excellencies are but Pearls in a Swines snout. | but if they lie and wallow in it, it's a Swine; and all their excellencies Are but Pearls in a Swine snout. | cc-acp cs pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp pn31, pn31|vbz dt n1; cc d po32 n2 vbr cc-acp n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1338 | Page 235 |
8144 | But when doth a man make choice of it? |
But when does a man make choice of it? | cc-acp q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb n1 pp-f pn31? | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1339 | Page 235 |
8145 | 1. |
1. When a men heart is Set upon a lust, and God Blesses and prospers him in it. | crd c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc np1 vvz cc vvz pno31 p-acp pn31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1340 | Page 235 |
8146 | When God fills the back-slider in heart full of his own waies. His heart is wordly, and he thrives in it; | When God fills the backslider in heart full of his own ways. His heart is wordly, and he thrives in it; | c-crq np1 vvz dt j p-acp n1 j pp-f po31 d n2. po31 n1 vbz j, cc pns31 vvz p-acp pn31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1340 | Page 235 |
8147 | his heart is ambitious, and he hath his Honour. | his heart is ambitious, and he hath his Honour. | po31 n1 vbz j, cc pns31 vhz po31 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1340 | Page 235 |
8148 | This the Lord gives not to his people, but some rod or other upon their backs, Hos. 4. 17. Let him alone. | This the Lord gives not to his people, but Some rod or other upon their backs, Hos. 4. 17. Let him alone. | np1 dt n1 vvz xx p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp d n1 cc n-jn p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd crd vvb pno31 av-j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1340 | Page 235 |
8149 | 2. When a man lies long in his Fall. Saints lie not long: | 2. When a man lies long in his Fallen. Saints lie not long: | crd c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1. np1 vvb xx av-j: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1341 | Page 235 |
8150 | I limit no time, but when day after day, a man lives in it, Rom. 11. 10. Let their Backs be bowed down alway. | I limit no time, but when day After day, a man lives in it, Rom. 11. 10. Let their Backs be bowed down always. | pns11 vvb dx n1, cc-acp q-crq n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd vvb po32 n2 vbb vvn a-acp av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1341 | Page 235 |
8151 | Oh when a mans heart and back is bowed down alway! Saints are under Christs care. | O when a men heart and back is bowed down always! Saints Are under Christ care. | uh c-crq dt ng1 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn a-acp av! ng1 vbr p-acp npg1 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1341 | Page 235 |
8217 | which is an evidence there was the being of Grace all this while. | which is an evidence there was the being of Grace all this while. | r-crq vbz dt n1 a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 d d n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8152 | 5. When the Cause of a mans withering is a withering root. Trees in winter cast their leaves, as withered trees, but others root is hurt. | 5. When the Cause of a men withering is a withering root. Trees in winter cast their leaves, as withered trees, but Others root is hurt. | crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvg vbz dt vvg n1. np1 p-acp n1 vvd po32 n2, c-acp j-vvn n2, cc-acp n2-jn n1 vbz vvn. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1342 | Page 235 |
8153 | If the branches do wither, yet if the root remain, it will recover again. | If the branches do wither, yet if the root remain, it will recover again. | cs dt n2 vdb vvi, av cs dt n1 vvi, pn31 vmb vvi av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1342 | Page 235 |
8154 | So the Saints cast their leaf, and their branches wither in desertions and temptations, but they preserve themselves at the root. | So the Saints cast their leaf, and their branches wither in desertions and temptations, but they preserve themselves At the root. | np1 dt n2 vvd po32 n1, cc po32 n2 vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb px32 p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1342 | Page 235 |
8155 | But why do others wither? 'Tis because their Faith withers, Heb. 10. 39. & 3. 12, 14. Many a man withers because of his Faith: He feels many wants. | But why do Others wither? It's Because their Faith withers, Hebrew 10. 39. & 3. 12, 14. Many a man withers Because of his Faith: He feels many Wants. | p-acp q-crq vdb n2-jn vvi? pn31|vbz p-acp po32 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd cc crd crd, crd av-d dt n1 vvz c-acp pp-f po31 n1: pns31 vvz d n2. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1342 | Page 235 |
8156 | Why lives he so? Why dies he in beggery? Why see, Micah 3. 11. When a man is twice dead and pulled up by the roots, so that the root perisheth; | Why lives he so? Why die he in beggary? Why see, micah 3. 11. When a man is twice dead and pulled up by the roots, so that the root Perishes; | q-crq vvz pns31 av? q-crq vvz pns31 p-acp n1? q-crq vvb, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vbz av j cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2, av cst dt n1 vvz; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1342 | Page 235 |
8157 | for him is reserved the blacknesse of darknesse for ever. | for him is reserved the blackness of darkness for ever. | p-acp pno31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1342 | Page 235 |
8158 | That the means and way of enriching Saints is a way of beggery, to these 'tis very fatal. | That the means and Way of enriching Saints is a Way of beggary, to these it's very fatal. | cst dt n2 cc n1 pp-f vvg n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d pn31|vbz av j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1342 | Page 235 |
8159 | There is some false Faith in Saints, but it is not wholly such. Oh consider these things! | There is Some false Faith in Saints, but it is not wholly such. O Consider these things! | pc-acp vbz d j n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av-jn av. uh vvb d n2! | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1342 | Page 235 |
8160 | No Grace, What no Grace? I say then no life, no God, no Spirit, no Christ, no Glory. Oh mourn here! | No Grace, What no Grace? I say then no life, no God, no Spirit, no christ, no Glory. O mourn Here! | dx n1, q-crq dx n1? pns11 vvb av dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, av-dx np1, dx n1. uh vvb av! | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1343 | Page 235 |
8161 | See it now, that you may be humbled, and so saved. Else you will fall worse and worse still, Ier. 3. 5, 6. SECT. VI. | See it now, that you may be humbled, and so saved. Else you will fallen Worse and Worse still, Jeremiah 3. 5, 6. SECT. VI. | vvb pn31 av, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn, cc av vvn. av pn22 vmb vvi av-jc cc av-jc av, np1 crd crd, crd n1. crd. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1343 | Page 235 |
8162 | HEnce see how far they fall short of saving Grace, that serve the Lord by fits and starts, |
HEnce see how Far they fallen short of Saving Grace, that serve the Lord by fits and starts, and whose hearts follow After the Lord, | av vvi c-crq av-j pns32 vvb j pp-f vvg n1, cst vvb dt n1 p-acp n2 cc vvz, cc rg-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8163 | and make much of the Lord only in good moods. Dying pangs are not eternal graces; | and make much of the Lord only in good moods. Dying pangs Are not Eternal graces; | cc vvi d pp-f dt n1 av-j p-acp j n2. vvg n2 vbr xx j n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8164 | Withering Grace is flourishing and prosperous wickedness. If the Spirit of Grace in the Saints be of an eternal, constant nature; | Withering Grace is flourishing and prosperous wickedness. If the Spirit of Grace in the Saints be of an Eternal, constant nature; | vvg n1 vbz vvg cc j n1. cs dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 vbb pp-f dt j, j n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8165 | that is not the Spirit of Grace which accompanies salvation, which is alive to day, | that is not the Spirit of Grace which Accompanies salvation, which is alive to day, | d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8166 | but dead to morrow, which a man is full of to day, but quite empty of to morrow. | but dead to morrow, which a man is full of to day, but quite empty of to morrow. | cc-acp j p-acp n1, r-crq dt n1 vbz j pp-f p-acp n1, cc-acp av j pp-f p-acp n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8167 | Hence the Prophet cries out, Hos. 6. 4, 5. Oh Ephraim what shall I do? What more means can I use for thy good? Why, do we not get good by means? Yes, | Hence the Prophet cries out, Hos. 6. 4, 5. O Ephraim what shall I do? What more means can I use for thy good? Why, do we not get good by means? Yes, | av dt n1 vvz av, np1 crd crd, crd uh np1 q-crq vmb pns11 vdi? q-crq av-dc vvz vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po21 j? uh-crq, vdb pns12 xx vvi j p-acp n2? uh, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8168 | but thy goodnesse is like the morning dew, soon lickt up by the Sun, and like a cloud which passeth away, which promiseth much, but is scattered again. | but thy Goodness is like the morning due, soon licked up by the Sun, and like a cloud which passes away, which promises much, but is scattered again. | cc-acp po21 n1 vbz av-j dt n1 n1, av vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc av-j dt n1 r-crq vvz av, r-crq vvz d, cc-acp vbz vvn av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8169 | The Lord knows not what to do with such men; | The Lord knows not what to do with such men; | dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp d n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8170 | yet how many be there of such, that like Ionas Gourd, spring up for a time, | yet how many be there of such, that like Ionas Gourd, spring up for a time, | av c-crq d vbb a-acp pp-f d, cst av-j np1 n1, vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8171 | and then die the next day, and they comfort themselves under the shadow thereof. | and then die the next day, and they Comfort themselves under the shadow thereof. | cc av vvb dt ord n1, cc pns32 vvb px32 p-acp dt n1 av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8172 | That take them in their Moon, they are as good as you can wish, more than men, | That take them in their Moon, they Are as good as you can wish, more than men, | cst vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vbr a-acp j c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, av-dc cs n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8173 | but out of it, they are bruit beasts, not men. | but out of it, they Are bruit beasts, not men. | cc-acp av pp-f pn31, pns32 vbr n1 n2, xx n2. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8175 | Would you have earnest prayer for a blessing? look upon Esau, he seeks for it with tears, and mourns for it for a time. | Would you have earnest prayer for a blessing? look upon Esau, he seeks for it with tears, and mourns for it for a time. | vmd pn22 vhi j n1 p-acp dt n1? vvb p-acp np1, pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp n2, cc vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8176 | Would you have following the means, and that the most powerful and searching ▪ and joy in it also? See Iohn 5. 35. What went they out into the wildernesse to see? a Prophet, a burning and shining light, | Would you have following the means, and that the most powerful and searching ▪ and joy in it also? See John 5. 35. What went they out into the Wilderness to see? a Prophet, a burning and shining Light, | vmd pn22 vhi vvg dt n2, cc cst dt av-ds j cc j-vvg ▪ cc n1 p-acp pn31 av? n1 np1 crd crd q-crq vvd pns32 av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi? dt n1, dt j-vvg cc j-vvg n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8177 | and rejoyced therein for a season. | and rejoiced therein for a season. | cc vvd av p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8178 | Would you have hazarding life for Paul and Ministry of the Gospel? Alexander did thus for a time. | Would you have hazarding life for Paul and Ministry of the Gospel? Alexander did thus for a time. | vmd pn22 vhi vvg n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1? np1 vdd av p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8179 | Would you have people enter into Covenant with God? Look upon the Israelites, Deut. 29. with 31. 16. I know that after they death this people will go a whoring. | Would you have people enter into Covenant with God? Look upon the Israelites, Deuteronomy 29. with 31. 16. I know that After they death this people will go a whoring. | vmd pn22 vhi n1 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1? n1 p-acp dt np2, np1 crd p-acp crd crd pns11 vvb cst c-acp pns32 n1 d n1 vmb vvi dt vvg. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8180 | Would you have thankfulnesse? Psal. 106. 13. They sang his praise, they soon forgat the Lord. | Would you have thankfulness? Psalm 106. 13. They sang his praise, they soon forgot the Lord. | vmd pn22 vhi n1? np1 crd crd pns32 vvd po31 n1, pns32 av vvd dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8181 | And these Affections are for a time stronger than the Saints, like land-floods; and because they be violent and strong, they last not long. | And these Affections Are for a time Stronger than the Saints, like land-floods; and Because they be violent and strong, they last not long. | cc d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 jc cs dt n2, av-j n2; cc c-acp pns32 vbb j cc j, pns32 vvb xx av-j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8182 | But however, it argues a wretched false heart, Psal. 78. 37. Their hearts were not right, because not stedfast in his Covenant. | But however, it argues a wretched false heart, Psalm 78. 37. Their hearts were not right, Because not steadfast in his Covenant. | p-acp a-acp, pn31 vvz dt j j n1, np1 crd crd po32 n2 vbdr xx j-jn, c-acp xx j p-acp po31 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1344 | Page 236 |
8183 | But what man is there but changeth? What body so healthful, |
But what man is there but changes? What body so healthful, that is found always in the same temper? Do not the Saints find their hearts soon cold, their joy soon quenched, their affections soon spent? This Therefore will discourage them. | cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp vvz? q-crq n1 av j, cst vbz vvn av p-acp dt d n1? vdb xx dt n2 vvb po32 n2 av j-jn, po32 n1 av vvn, po32 n2 av vvn? np1 av vmb vvi pno32. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1345 | Page 236 |
8184 | I answer to it two waies, |
I answer to it two ways, | pns11 vvb p-acp pn31 crd n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1346 | Page 236 |
8185 | First, They sometimes deny the constancy of Grace, where constantly it is, (for the Spirit of Grace in us is like life, for 'tis eternal life. | First, They sometime deny the constancy of Grace, where constantly it is, (for the Spirit of Grace in us is like life, for it's Eternal life. | ord, pns32 av vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq av-j pn31 vbz, (c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 vbz av-j n1, c-acp pn31|vbz j n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1347 | Page 236 |
8186 | It's ever acting or remaining in the soul) and this they do by reason of many mistakes. As | It's ever acting or remaining in the soul) and this they do by reason of many mistakes. As | pn31|vbz av vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1) cc d pns32 vdb p-acp n1 pp-f d n2. p-acp | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1347 | Page 236 |
8187 | 1. They think the Grace of God in them perisheth, when the act ceaseth. | 1. They think the Grace of God in them Perishes, when the act ceases. | crd pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vvz, c-crq dt n1 vvz. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1348 | Page 236 |
8188 | Whereas a man may be weary of actions of life, where life remaineth, as in sick men. | Whereas a man may be weary of actions of life, where life remains, as in sick men. | cs dt n1 vmb vbi j pp-f n2 pp-f n1, c-crq n1 vvz, c-acp p-acp j n2. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1348 | Page 236 |
8189 | A man may have a rich treasure alway with him, yet not alway spend it. | A man may have a rich treasure always with him, yet not always spend it. | dt n1 vmb vhi dt j n1 av p-acp pno31, av xx av vvi pn31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1348 | Page 236 |
8190 | There is a gracious frame of heart which the Lord regards chiesly, which is before the act, | There is a gracious frame of heart which the Lord regards chiefly, which is before the act, | pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz av-jn, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1348 | Page 236 |
8191 | & hence may be without it. | & hence may be without it. | cc av vmb vbi p-acp pn31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1348 | Page 236 |
8192 | The wheel doth not run that it may be round, but it is made round that it may run. | The wheel does not run that it may be round, but it is made round that it may run. | dt n1 vdz xx vvi cst pn31 vmb vbi j, cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn av-j cst pn31 vmb vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1348 | Page 236 |
8193 | Hence when the act of running ceaseth, the frame whereby its fit to run again, remaineth; | Hence when the act of running ceases, the frame whereby its fit to run again, remains; | av c-crq dt n1 pp-f vvg vvz, dt n1 c-crq pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi av, vvz; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1348 | Page 236 |
8194 | And this is the Seed of God, 1 John •. 9. 2. Many think the act of grace ceaseth, when it doth not act alway upon the same object; | And this is the Seed of God, 1 John •. 9. 2. Many think the act of grace ceases, when it does not act always upon the same Object; | cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn np1 •. crd crd av-d vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, c-crq pn31 vdz xx vvi av p-acp dt d n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1348 | Page 236 |
8195 | as some think, because they have not the sence of Gods love alway, all grace is lost, | as Some think, Because they have not the sense of God's love always, all grace is lost, | c-acp d vvb, c-acp pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 av, d n1 vbz vvn, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1349 | Page 236 |
8196 | when it may be there is sence of corruption at that time; sometime God gives victory over temptation, it riseth again: | when it may be there is sense of corruption At that time; sometime God gives victory over temptation, it Riseth again: | c-crq pn31 vmb vbi a-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1; av np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vvz av: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1349 | Page 236 |
8197 | Now the soul thinks the very act of grace ceaseth, when yet its now warring against the temptation; | Now the soul thinks the very act of grace ceases, when yet its now warring against the temptation; | av dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz, c-crq av pn31|vbz av j-vvg p-acp dt n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1349 | Page 236 |
8198 | sometime the Spirit of grace may lead a man to prayer and sadness, sometime to a mans calling and cheerfulness. | sometime the Spirit of grace may led a man to prayer and sadness, sometime to a men calling and cheerfulness. | av dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av p-acp dt ng1 vvg cc n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1349 | Page 237 |
8199 | The act of grace is small, its dominion large. 3. They think they are not constant, when they are not so at all times, | The act of grace is small, its dominion large. 3. They think they Are not constant, when they Are not so At all times, | dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, po31 n1 j. crd pns32 vvb pns32 vbr xx j, c-crq pns32 vbr xx av p-acp d n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1349 | Page 237 |
8200 | as they are at some times: | as they Are At Some times: | c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp d n2: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1350 | Page 237 |
8201 | As a man thinks he is unconstant at prayer, because he is not all day upon his knees; | As a man thinks he is unconstant At prayer, Because he is not all day upon his knees; | c-acp dt n1 vvz pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vbz xx d n1 p-acp po31 n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1350 | Page 237 |
8202 | not heavenly minded, because he is not all day long minding heavenly things: | not heavenly minded, Because he is not all day long minding heavenly things: | xx j vvn, c-acp pns31 vbz xx d n1 av-j vvg j n2: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1350 | Page 237 |
8203 | Whereas the Spirit should be ready so to do and be at all times, and in every worldly occasion to be sowing or reaping some spiritual good; | Whereas the Spirit should be ready so to do and be At all times, and in every worldly occasion to be sowing or reaping Some spiritual good; | cs dt n1 vmd vbi j av pc-acp vdi cc vbb p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vbi vvg cc vvg d j j; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1350 | Page 237 |
8204 | yet 'tis not a season alway to be upon the Mount. Somtime Moses must come down to the camp. | yet it's not a season always to be upon the Mount. Sometime Moses must come down to the camp. | av pn31|vbz xx dt n1 av pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1. av np1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1350 | Page 237 |
8205 | God requires every •it season for his special Worship, not every Particle of time. | God requires every •it season for his special Worship, not every Particle of time. | np1 vvz d j n1 p-acp po31 j n1, xx d n1 pp-f n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1350 | Page 237 |
8206 | 4. Many think the power of Grace is ceased and taken away, when some special enlargements are: | 4. Many think the power of Grace is ceased and taken away, when Some special enlargements Are: | crd av-d vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn cc vvn av, c-crq d j n2 vbr: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1351 | Page 237 |
8207 | As a Christian shall find at some times, having special work to do, special miseries to go through, he hath special enlargements of the Spirit, of joy, courage, boldness with God, love and zeal. | As a Christian shall find At Some times, having special work to do, special misery's to go through, he hath special enlargements of the Spirit, of joy, courage, boldness with God, love and zeal. | c-acp dt njp vmb vvi p-acp d n2, vhg j n1 pc-acp vdi, j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pns31 vhz j n2 pp-f dt n1, pp-f n1, n1, n1 p-acp np1, n1 cc n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1351 | Page 237 |
8208 | These lasting not, he thinks all is gone now. | These lasting not, he thinks all is gone now. | np1 vvg xx, pns31 vvz d vbz vvn av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1351 | Page 237 |
8209 | But look as it was with Ionathan, 1 Sam. 14. 8. Then he alone and his Armour-bearer went against an Host, yet 1 Sam. 17. 11. Against Goliah not a word. | But look as it was with Ionathan, 1 Sam. 14. 8. Then he alone and his Armour-bearer went against an Host, yet 1 Sam. 17. 11. Against Goliath not a word. | cc-acp vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, vvn np1 crd crd av pns31 av-j cc po31 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, av crd np1 crd crd p-acp np1 xx dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1351 | Page 237 |
8210 | Paul to his death was a faithful and able Minister of the Gospel, though sometime his mouth stopped, and his heart straitned: | Paul to his death was a faithful and able Minister of the Gospel, though sometime his Mouth stopped, and his heart straitened: | np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbds dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, cs av po31 n1 vvn, cc po31 n1 vvd: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1351 | Page 237 |
8211 | The Ship may be going to the Harbour, though somtime greater, somtime lesser winds. | The Ship may be going to the Harbour, though sometime greater, sometime lesser winds. | dt n1 vmb vbi vvg p-acp dt n1, cs av jc, av jc n2. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1351 | Page 237 |
8212 | Secondly, But yet I confess there is much changeableness in the Saints, and unevenness in their course, | Secondly, But yet I confess there is much changeableness in the Saints, and unevenness in their course, | ord, cc-acp av pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt n2, cc n1 p-acp po32 n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1352 | Page 237 |
8213 | and their Spirits are apt to grow weary and faint, otherwise they had not need to be exhorted not to be weary, | and their Spirits Are apt to grow weary and faint, otherwise they had not need to be exhorted not to be weary, | cc po32 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi j cc j, av pns32 vhd xx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn xx pc-acp vbi j, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1352 | Page 237 |
8214 | and when they are lifted up, they soon sink down, Heb. 12. 1. And hence question, Was there ever grace in this heart? But yet there is much difference between the unconstancy of the one and of the other, in three things: | and when they Are lifted up, they soon sink down, Hebrew 12. 1. And hence question, Was there ever grace in this heart? But yet there is much difference between the unconstancy of the one and of the other, in three things: | cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn a-acp, pns32 av vvb a-acp, np1 crd crd cc av n1, vbds a-acp av vvi p-acp d n1? p-acp av pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd cc pp-f dt n-jn, p-acp crd n2: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1352 | Page 237 |
8215 | 1. An Hypocri•es affections when they cease, they are raised in him again by some external Principles and Motives; | 1. an Hypocri•es affections when they cease, they Are raised in him again by Some external Principles and Motives; | crd dt n2 n2 c-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 av p-acp d j n2 cc n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8216 | but the Faithful when they have lost what they had, they recover it again by a new nature, an inward principle; | but the Faithful when they have lost what they had, they recover it again by a new nature, an inward principle; | cc-acp dt j c-crq pns32 vhb vvn r-crq pns32 vhd, pns32 vvb pn31 av p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8218 | Empty a Pond, it will never fill again till the Clouds above it poure down rain. | Empty a Pond, it will never fill again till the Clouds above it pour down rain. | j dt n1, pn31 vmb av-x vvi av p-acp dt n2 p-acp pn31 vvi a-acp n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8219 | Empty a Spring, though it sees no Clouds in the Heavens, yet it runs of it self, | Empty a Spring, though it sees no Clouds in the Heavens, yet it runs of it self, | j dt n1, cs pn31 vvz dx n2 p-acp dt n2, av pn31 vvz pp-f pn31 n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8220 | and will fill it self again. | and will fill it self again. | cc vmb vvi pn31 n1 av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8221 | So when an Hypocri•e is left dry and empty, if some clouds of displeasure, fears of death and hell come, he is filled; | So when an Hypocri•e is left dry and empty, if Some Clouds of displeasure, fears of death and hell come, he is filled; | av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j cc j, cs d n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvb, pns31 vbz vvn; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8222 | but a child of God when no fear of death or hell, yet many times somthing within begins to work, | but a child of God when no Fear of death or hell, yet many times something within begins to work, | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq dx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av d n2 pi p-acp vvz pc-acp vvi, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8223 | as in David Psal. 39. 3. While musing, the fire kindled, the sence of sin, to lie out from God, to quench his Spirit, the Beauty of Grace, the Command of God, the honour of the Lord Jesus recovers him, Heb. 8. 10. Deut. 5. 29. They spake as largely as any could desire, ye• their hearts were naught, | as in David Psalm 39. 3. While musing, the fire kindled, the sense of since, to lie out from God, to quench his Spirit, the Beauty of Grace, the Command of God, the honour of the Lord jesus recovers him, Hebrew 8. 10. Deuteronomy 5. 29. They spoke as largely as any could desire, ye• their hearts were nought, | c-acp p-acp np1 np1 crd crd cs vvg, dt n1 vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vvz pno31, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd pns32 vvd a-acp av-j c-acp d vmd vvi, n1 po32 n2 vbdr pix, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8224 | because this came from no inward principle, but only from external fear. When the Priests feet touch Iordan, the waters stand on heaps; | Because this Come from no inward principle, but only from external Fear. When the Priests feet touch Iordan, the waters stand on heaps; | c-acp d vvd p-acp dx j n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp j n1. c-crq dt n2 n2 vvb np1, dt n2 vvb p-acp n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8225 | but when they are passed through, they overflow all the Banks again, according to their nature. | but when they Are passed through, they overflow all the Banks again, according to their nature. | p-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp, pns32 vvb d dt n2 av, vvg p-acp po32 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8226 | So when the Word is preacht powerfully, and the Gospel with authority, and the Priests feet touch mens Consciences, | So when the Word is preached powerfully, and the Gospel with Authority, and the Priests feet touch men's Consciences, | av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvd av-j, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt ng1 n2 vvi ng2 n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8227 | and they come to make way for the Arke, for the Lord, men in fits fall down before the Lord against their natures; | and they come to make Way for the Ark, for the Lord, men in fits fallen down before the Lord against their nature's; | cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, n2 p-acp n2 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8228 | & for a Sabbath day men are as full of good purposes and hearts as may be, | & for a Sabbath day men Are as full of good Purposes and hearts as may be, | cc p-acp dt n1 n1 n2 vbr a-acp j pp-f j n2 cc n2 c-acp vmb vbi, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8229 | yet pe•ish at last, Iohn 8. 30, 31. Many believed when they heard his Word; but then are you my Disciples, if you continue. | yet pe•ish At last, John 8. 30, 31. Many believed when they herd his Word; but then Are you my Disciples, if you continue. | av vvb p-acp ord, np1 crd crd, crd d vvd c-crq pns32 vvd po31 n1; p-acp av vbr pn22 po11 n2, cs pn22 vvb. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8230 | All Hypocrites pangs come from external principles; and hence take them away, their affections die. Somtime the novelty of a thing affects a man; | All Hypocrites pangs come from external principles; and hence take them away, their affections die. Sometime the novelty of a thing affects a man; | d n2 n2 vvb p-acp j n2; cc av vvb pno32 av, po32 n2 vvi. av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8231 | the sight of shore is beautiful; at last when Manna proves dayly bread, 'tis loathed. | the sighed of shore is beautiful; At last when Manna Proves daily bred, it's loathed. | dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j; p-acp ord c-crq n1 vvz av-j n1, pn31|vbz vvn. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8232 | At first Ministers feet are beautiful, they would pull out their right eyes for Paul, yet afterward cast him off. | At First Ministers feet Are beautiful, they would pull out their right eyes for Paul, yet afterwards cast him off. | p-acp ord ng1 n2 vbr j, pns32 vmd vvi av po32 j-jn n2 p-acp np1, av av vvd pno31 a-acp. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8233 | A Pharaoh in Thunder and fear of death, cries, take away the Plague. A man in affliction promiseth much; | A Pharaoh in Thunder and Fear of death, cries, take away the Plague. A man in affliction promises much; | dt np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, n2, vvb av dt n1. dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz av-d; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8234 | when 'tis past, his care to find out his sin, his seeking to be purged from his sin ceaseth. | when it's passed, his care to find out his since, his seeking to be purged from his since ceases. | c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av po31 n1, po31 vvg pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 vvz. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8235 | Ioash is good while Ieh•jada lives. A man is good in quickning company, but when iniquity abounds, his love waxeth cold; | Joash is good while Ieh•jada lives. A man is good in quickening company, but when iniquity abounds, his love Waxes cold; | n1 vbz j n1 np1 vvz. dt n1 vbz j p-acp j-vvg n1, cc-acp c-crq n1 vvz, po31 n1 vvz j-jn; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 237 |
8236 | whereas when these fail, a holy heart grows better. | whereas when these fail, a holy heart grows better. | cs c-crq d vvb, dt j n1 vvz jc. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 238 |
8237 | That which make• the one to fall, makes the other to fear, and so to stand. | That which make• the one to fallen, makes the other to Fear, and so to stand. | d r-crq n1 dt crd pc-acp vvi, vvz dt j-jn pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 238 |
8238 | A Conceit carries a man on, but when his Conceit is gone, he falls. | A Conceit carries a man on, but when his Conceit is gone, he falls. | dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp, cc-acp c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vvz. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 238 |
8239 | Look as 'tis with dead men, they may have heat and colour, but 'tis from the fire; | Look as it's with dead men, they may have heat and colour, but it's from the fire; | n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n2, pns32 vmb vhi n1 cc n1, cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 238 |
8240 | a living man may be cold, and his beauty gone, yet he comes to be hot again, not from external heat, but internal life within: | a living man may be cold, and his beauty gone, yet he comes to be hight again, not from external heat, but internal life within: | dt j-vvg n1 vmb vbi j-jn, cc po31 n1 vvn, av pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j av, xx p-acp j n1, cc-acp j n1 a-acp: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 238 |
8241 | He can get himself heat, as we say, so 'tis here. | He can get himself heat, as we say, so it's Here. | pns31 vmb vvi px31 n1, c-acp pns12 vvb, av pn31|vbz av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 238 |
8242 | Or as 'tis with the Clock and the Sun, the one moves by Art, the other by nature. | Or as it's with the Clock and the Sun, the one moves by Art, the other by nature. | cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, dt pi vvz p-acp n1, dt j-jn p-acp n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1353 | Page 238 |
8243 | 2. Suppose there be some inward Spirit to raise their Affections, yet these graces arise in them without the destruction of the contrary Corruption. | 2. Suppose there be Some inward Spirit to raise their Affections, yet these graces arise in them without the destruction of the contrary Corruption. | crd vvb pc-acp vbi d j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av d n2 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8244 | And so are like to Moses burning Bush, the Bush burning, but yet not burnt. | And so Are like to Moses burning Bush, the Bush burning, but yet not burned. | cc av vbr av-j p-acp np1 vvg n1, dt n1 vvg, cc-acp av xx vvn. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8245 | And thus it was with Balaam, suddenly the Spirit of God came upon him, and he saw the beauty of Iacobs Tents and blessed them above all people in the world, | And thus it was with balaam, suddenly the Spirit of God Come upon him, and he saw the beauty of Iacobs Tents and blessed them above all people in the world, | cc av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 cc j-vvn pno32 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8246 | yet his cove•ous, malicious heart against them was not consumed: | yet his cove•ous, malicious heart against them was not consumed: | av po31 j, j n1 p-acp pno32 vbds xx vvn: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8247 | We never read of Balaams mourning for want of the sight of their glory, and of love to their persons and posterity; | We never read of Balaams mourning for want of the sighed of their glory, and of love to their Persons and posterity; | pns12 av-x vvb pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8248 | but the graces of the Saints do arise from the dying of the contrary lust or corruption which they see and are sensible of; | but the graces of the Saints do arise from the dying of the contrary lust or corruption which they see and Are sensible of; | cc-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vdb vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvb cc vbr j pp-f; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8249 | and hence the act of grace ceaseth some•imes, because 'tis opposed by corruption, yet the being of it remains in full power, | and hence the act of grace ceases some•imes, Because it's opposed by corruption, yet the being of it remains in full power, | cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n2, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp n1, av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp j n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8250 | though not in the exercise thereof, because 'tis in such a Subject where corruption is dying, not living; falling, not raigning. | though not in the exercise thereof, Because it's in such a Subject where corruption is dying, not living; falling, not reigning. | cs xx p-acp dt n1 av, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d dt j-jn c-crq n1 vbz vvg, xx vvg; vvg, xx vvg. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8251 | Christ, dies, and so lives in his people; | christ, die, and so lives in his people; | np1, vvz, cc av vvz p-acp po31 n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8252 | where Christ is indeed, there we are first buried with Christ before we are raised by him. | where christ is indeed, there we Are First buried with christ before we Are raised by him. | c-crq np1 vbz av, a-acp pns12 vbr ord vvn p-acp np1 c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno31. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8253 | Paul could do great things for Christ, yet sometime is weak, because his streng•h arose from the sense of his own insufficiency to think • good thought. | Paul could do great things for christ, yet sometime is weak, Because his streng•h arose from the sense of his own insufficiency to think • good Thought. | np1 vmd vdi j n2 p-acp np1, av av vbz j, c-acp po31 n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi • j vvn. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8254 | The Saints see great things but 'tis in such a way, as that they that see not, might see, Joh. 9. 39. Paul is sometime set at liberty from pricking temptations, | The Saints see great things but it's in such a Way, as that they that see not, might see, John 9. 39. Paul is sometime Set At liberty from pricking temptations, | dt n2 vvb j n2 p-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d dt n1, c-acp cst pns32 cst vvb xx, vmd vvi, np1 crd crd np1 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j-vvg n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8255 | yet he hath them sometimes that he may feel them, and so be raised again. Hence many people suddenly finde they love the people of God, and love the Lord, | yet he hath them sometime that he may feel them, and so be raised again. Hence many people suddenly find they love the people of God, and love the Lord, | av pns31 vhz pno32 av cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32, cc av vbi vvn av. av d n1 av-j vvi pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8256 | but never felt the contrary sin; suspect 'tis but a pang, as Capernaum was much affected, yet repented not. | but never felt the contrary since; suspect it's but a pang, as Capernaum was much affected, yet repented not. | cc-acp av-x vvd dt j-jn n1; vvb pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 vbds av-d vvn, av vvd xx. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1354 | Page 238 |
8257 | 3. The continuance of the risings of a Saint are life to him, they are his life; | 3. The Continuance of the risings of a Saint Are life to him, they Are his life; | crd dt n1 pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbr n1 p-acp pno31, pns32 vbr po31 n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1355 | Page 238 |
8258 | his coolings, and declinings, and decayings, death: | his coolings, and declinings, and decayings, death: | po31 n2-vvg, cc n2, cc n2-vvg, n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1355 | Page 238 |
8259 | But è contra to an Hypocrite, the continuance of his affections in Ordinances are deaths and burdens to him; | But è contra to an Hypocrite, the Continuance of his affections in Ordinances Are death's and burdens to him; | cc-acp fw-la fw-la p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n2 vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1355 | Page 238 |
8261 | As for example, Take an Hypocrite to prayer, he is affected for a time, but let him •e long at it, he is like a Fish in a Feaver fit out of the water, Mal. 1. 13. So for sanctifying the Sabbath, | As for Exampl, Take an Hypocrite to prayer, he is affected for a time, but let him •e long At it, he is like a Fish in a Fever fit out of the water, Malachi 1. 13. So for sanctifying the Sabbath, | c-acp p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb pno31 vvi av-j p-acp pn31, pns31 vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 j av pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd av p-acp vvg dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8262 | and being very strict, but stay long here 'tis death, 'tis burdensome to him; | and being very strict, but stay long Here it's death, it's burdensome to him; | cc vbg av j, cc-acp vvb av-j av pn31|vbz n1, pn31|vbz j p-acp pno31; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8263 | and hence we shall see his decays are his life, and that which makes him walk loosely is, sometime he repents and beleeves, | and hence we shall see his decays Are his life, and that which makes him walk loosely is, sometime he repents and believes, | cc av pns12 vmb vvi po31 n2 vbr po31 n1, cc cst r-crq vvz pno31 vvi av-j vbz, av pns31 vvz cc vvz, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8264 | and hath his Canonical set hours of prayer, and he thinks this is enough, and pleaseth himself with this, (who is constant?) But now take a childe of God when his heart is •nlarged for the Lord, that is heaven; | and hath his Canonical Set hours of prayer, and he thinks this is enough, and Pleases himself with this, (who is constant?) But now take a child of God when his heart is •nlarged for the Lord, that is heaven; | cc vhz po31 j j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vvz d vbz av-d, cc vvz px31 p-acp d, (r-crq vbz j?) p-acp av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst vbz n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8265 | it is his food, and now he is in health, as Paul said, 1. Thes. 3. 7, 8. Now we live, if you continue stedfast: | it is his food, and now he is in health, as Paul said, 1. Thebes 3. 7, 8. Now we live, if you continue steadfast: | pn31 vbz po31 n1, cc av pns31 vbz p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vvd, crd np1 crd crd, crd av pns12 vvb, cs pn22 vvb j: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8266 | So for others, so also with himself, Prov. 4. 22. and if it might be ever thus, then happy; | So for Others, so also with himself, Curae 4. 22. and if it might be ever thus, then happy; | av p-acp n2-jn, av av p-acp px31, np1 crd crd cc cs pn31 vmd vbi av av, av j; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8267 | and the thoughts of this sweetens heaven; but take away these, 'tis his death; | and the thoughts of this sweetens heaven; but take away these, it's his death; | cc dt n2 pp-f d vvz n1; cc-acp vvb av d, pn31|vbz po31 n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8268 | and hence he groans to God for the removal of it, Psal. 119. 4, 5. What good doth Christ, mercies, Ordinances, heaven do me with such a heart? Be not discouraged you people of the Lord, | and hence he groans to God for the removal of it, Psalm 119. 4, 5. What good does christ, Mercies, Ordinances, heaven do me with such a heart? Be not discouraged you people of the Lord, | cc av pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd, crd q-crq j vdz np1, n2, n2, n1 vdb pno11 p-acp d dt n1? vbb xx vvn pn22 n1 pp-f dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8269 | nor encouraged you that are good only in your Moods, as the winde turns you; | nor encouraged you that Are good only in your Moods, as the wind turns you; | ccx vvd pn22 cst vbr j av-j p-acp po22 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz pn22; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8270 | whatever love you have 'tis whorish, and whorish tears, if you follow the Lord and yet have your haunts, whatever service you do it is odious to God, to work all day for another Master, | whatever love you have it's whorish, and whorish tears, if you follow the Lord and yet have your haunts, whatever service you do it is odious to God, to work all day for Another Master, | r-crq n1 pn22 vhb pn31|vbz j, cc j n2, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 cc av vhb po22 n2, r-crq n1 pn22 vdb pn31 vbz j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp j-jn n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8271 | and twice a day come to the Lord for bre•d. | and twice a day come to the Lord for bre•d. | cc av dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 238 |
8272 | Do you think the Lord likes this, to taste of his grace, and make a meal of your lusts? SECT. VII. | Do you think the Lord likes this, to taste of his grace, and make a meal of your Lustiest? SECT. VII. | vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 vvz d, pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n2? n1. np1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1356 | Page 239 |
8273 | FIrst, |
First, To them that Are fallen to begin again, if God would but give you ears to hear, who like strange Eggs being put into the same nest where honest men have lived, there you have been hatched up, | ord, p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av, cs np1 vmd cc-acp vvi pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi, r-crq av-j j n2 vbg vvn p-acp dt d n1 c-crq j n2 vhb vvn, a-acp pn22 vhb vbn vvn a-acp, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1357 | Page 239 |
8274 | and when you were young, there you kept your nest, and lived by crying and opening your mouth wide after the Lord, | and when you were young, there you kept your nest, and lived by crying and opening your Mouth wide After the Lord, | cc c-crq pn22 vbdr j, a-acp pn22 vvd po22 n1, cc vvd p-acp vvg cc vvg po22 n1 av-j p-acp dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1357 | Page 239 |
8275 | and the food of his Word. | and the food of his Word. | cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1357 | Page 239 |
8276 | But now your wings are grown you have got some affections, some knowledge, some hope of mercy, | But now your wings Are grown you have god Some affections, Some knowledge, Some hope of mercy, | p-acp av po22 n2 vbr vvn pn22 vhb vvn d n2, d n1, d n1 pp-f n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1357 | Page 239 |
8277 | and are hardned thereby to fly from God. | and Are hardened thereby to fly from God. | cc vbr vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1357 | Page 239 |
8278 | Can that man be good whom Gods grace makes worse? And that flies from Gods Ordinances, | Can that man be good whom God's grace makes Worse? And that flies from God's Ordinances, | vmb d n1 vbi j r-crq npg1 n1 vvz av-jc? cc cst vvz p-acp npg1 n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1357 | Page 239 |
8279 | and people, and private prayer? Consider what thou hast done. | and people, and private prayer? Consider what thou hast done. | cc n1, cc j n1? np1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vdn. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1357 | Page 239 |
8280 | 1. You bring an ill report and name upon God, Ier. 2. 5. What iniquity have you found in me. | 1. You bring an ill report and name upon God, Jeremiah 2. 5. What iniquity have you found in me. | crd pn22 vvb dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd q-crq n1 vhb pn22 vvn p-acp pno11. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1358 | Page 239 |
8281 | If a Country be well reported of, its no matter if some others bring an ill name on it, Wise men will not beleeve them: | If a Country be well reported of, its no matter if Some Others bring an ill name on it, Wise men will not believe them: | cs dt n1 vbb av vvn pp-f, pn31|vbz dx n1 cs d n2-jn vvb dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, j n2 vmb xx vvi pno32: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1358 | Page 239 |
8282 | But for the searchers of Canaan to bring an ill report of Canaan, this is sad. | But for the searchers of Canaan to bring an ill report of Canaan, this is sad. | cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, d vbz j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1358 | Page 239 |
8283 | 2. Thou hast lost all thy prayers, all thy profession, nay better never to have known these wayes, 2 Pet. 2. 21. then to forsake the Lord. | 2. Thou hast lost all thy Prayers, all thy profession, nay better never to have known these ways, 2 Pet. 2. 21. then to forsake the Lord. | crd pns21 vh2 vvn d po21 n2, d po21 n1, uh-x j av-x pc-acp vhi vvn d n2, crd np1 crd crd av pc-acp vvi dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1359 | Page 239 |
8284 | 3. No mens misery is so great, Iude 13, 14. the blackness of darkness is for such. | 3. No men's misery is so great, Iude 13, 14. the blackness of darkness is for such. | crd uh-dx ng2 n1 vbz av j, np1 crd, crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp d. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1360 | Page 239 |
8285 | Search your selves, you may secretly depart, when you are turning to the Lord; | Search your selves, you may secretly depart, when you Are turning to the Lord; | vvb po22 n2, pn22 vmb av-jn vvi, c-crq pn22 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1360 | Page 239 |
8286 | as a Snail round about the wheel, the wheel moves it, but it moves a contrary motion of its own from the wheel: Therefore begin again. | as a Snail round about the wheel, the wheel moves it, but it moves a contrary motion of its own from the wheel: Therefore begin again. | c-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pn31, cc-acp pn31 vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 d p-acp dt n1: av vvb av. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1360 | Page 239 |
8287 | Oh but will the Lord receive me? Who knows but he may? And heal your back slidings, Hos. 14. Because fallen, return: I know not how. Answ. Take words; | O but will the Lord receive me? Who knows but he may? And heal your back slidings, Hos. 14. Because fallen, return: I know not how. Answer Take words; | uh cc-acp vmb dt n1 vvb pno11? q-crq vvz cc-acp pns31 vmb? cc vvb po22 n1 n2, np1 crd p-acp vvn, n1: pns11 vvb xx c-crq. np1 vvb n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1360 | Page 239 |
8288 | But the Lord may not regard us, You shall grow like the Lilly, and be as firm as Lebanon. | But the Lord may not regard us, You shall grow like the Lily, and be as firm as Lebanon. | cc-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno12, pn22 vmb vvi av-j dt n1, cc vbi a-acp j c-acp np1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1360 | Page 239 |
8289 | Let them that stand, take heed lest they fall, and you discover your hypocrisie to |
Let them that stand, take heed lest they fallen, and you discover your hypocrisy to all the world, | vvb pno32 cst vvb, vvb n1 cs pns32 vvb, cc pn22 vvb po22 n1 p-acp d dt n1, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1361 | Page 239 |
8290 | or be like the Hypocrites whose beauty soon fades. And here let me commend three things to you. | or be like the Hypocrites whose beauty soon fades. And Here let me commend three things to you. | cc vbi av-j dt n2 rg-crq n1 av vvz. cc av vvb pno11 vvi crd n2 p-acp pn22. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1361 | Page 239 |
8291 | 1. Take heed that there be not found in your hearts a root of bitterness to grow up and choak you, Hebr. 12. 15. If your house be left empty, | 1. Take heed that there be not found in your hearts a root of bitterness to grow up and choke you, Hebrew 12. 15. If your house be left empty, | crd vvb n1 cst pc-acp vbb xx vvn p-acp po22 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi pn22, np1 crd crd cs po22 n1 vbi vvn j, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1362 | Page 239 |
8292 | and yet one living lust left in it, seven Devils will enter again, and your latter end will be worse then your beginning. | and yet one living lust left in it, seven Devils will enter again, and your latter end will be Worse then your beginning. | cc av crd j-vvg n1 vvn p-acp pn31, crd n2 vmb vvi av, cc po22 d n1 vmb vbi jc cs po22 n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1362 | Page 239 |
8293 | You do not know what hearts you have. | You do not know what hearts you have. | pn22 vdb xx vvi r-crq n2 pn22 vhb. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1362 | Page 239 |
8294 | Am I a dog, saith Hazael, ever to fall so? Let there be a lust after any creature, you will finde the spirit of prayer die; | Am I a dog, Says hazael, ever to fallen so? Let there be a lust After any creature, you will find the Spirit of prayer die; | vbm pns11 dt n1, vvz np1, av pc-acp vvi av? vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1362 | Page 239 |
8295 | then to think them too long in the Word, then to forsake the assemblies of Saints, | then to think them too long in the Word, then to forsake the assemblies of Saints, | av pc-acp vvi pno32 av av-j p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1362 | Page 239 |
8296 | then when your lust is met with, to oppose men, Ministers, &c. One reigning lust will bring all into captivity to it self, it will slay some, | then when your lust is met with, to oppose men, Ministers, etc. One reigning lust will bring all into captivity to it self, it will slay Some, | av c-crq po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp, pc-acp vvi n2, n2, av crd j-vvg n1 vmb vvi d p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 n1, pn31 vmb vvi d, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1362 | Page 239 |
8297 | and make others serviceable to defend it self, Psal. 106. 14, 15. 2. Take heed of taking on you the profession of a Christian course without finding the rest, peace, joy, sweetness of such a course, Prov. 2. 10, 11. There is a satisfying pleasantness in promises, commands, Ordinances, you will never hold out else; | and make Others serviceable to defend it self, Psalm 106. 14, 15. 2. Take heed of taking on you the profession of a Christian course without finding the rest, peace, joy, sweetness of such a course, Curae 2. 10, 11. There is a satisfying pleasantness in promises, commands, Ordinances, you will never hold out Else; | cc vvi n2-jn j p-acp vvi pn31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, n1, n1, n1 pp-f d dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp n2, n2, n2, pn22 vmb av-x vvi av av; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1362 | Page 239 |
8298 | for where-ever the heart finds rest, there it will abide, and for want of that it dies. | for wherever the heart finds rest, there it will abide, and for want of that it die. | p-acp j dt n1 vvz n1, a-acp pn31 vmb vvi, cc p-acp n1 pp-f cst pn31 vvz. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1363 | Page 239 |
8299 | As in Creatures, if it had rest there, the soul would not be unquiet, if in God, it would never go to the creature. | As in Creatures, if it had rest there, the soul would not be unquiet, if in God, it would never go to the creature. | p-acp p-acp n2, cs pn31 vhd n1 a-acp, dt n1 vmd xx vbi j, cs p-acp np1, pn31 vmd av-x vvi p-acp dt n1. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1363 | Page 239 |
8300 | Some sweetness you may finde, but look to finde full rest; as men do find some sweetness in creatures, and so in Ordinances; | some sweetness you may find, but look to find full rest; as men do find Some sweetness in creatures, and so in Ordinances; | d n1 pn22 vmb vvi, cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi j n1; c-acp n2 vdb vvi d n1 p-acp n2, cc av p-acp n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1363 | Page 239 |
8301 | yet being used to them, they grow weary of them, because they finde no God there, no fulness of rest, Hebr. 4. 11, 12. and go through all the world you shall never have it: | yet being used to them, they grow weary of them, Because they find no God there, no fullness of rest, Hebrew 4. 11, 12. and go through all the world you shall never have it: | av vbg vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb j pp-f pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb dx n1 a-acp, dx n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, crd cc vvi p-acp d dt n1 pn22 vmb av-x vhi pn31: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1363 | Page 239 |
8302 | Get all the terrors of Devils upon you, you will never stand by that; consider therefore as 'tis in sin, there is the act, and there is the pleasure; | Get all the terrors of Devils upon you, you will never stand by that; Consider Therefore as it's in since, there is the act, and there is the pleasure; | vvb d dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d; vvb av c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1363 | Page 239 |
8303 | so in every Ordinance and Duty there is both. All Apostacy is from this, Ordinances are too burthensome unto men to be held unto. | so in every Ordinance and Duty there is both. All Apostasy is from this, Ordinances Are too burdensome unto men to be held unto. | av p-acp d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbz d. av-d n1 vbz p-acp d, n2 vbr av j p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1363 | Page 239 |
8304 | 3. Take heed you neglect not private prayer, build your houses fit for that purpose, though you sell some of your clothes; | 3. Take heed you neglect not private prayer, built your houses fit for that purpose, though you fell Some of your clothes; | crd vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx j n1, vvb po22 n2 j p-acp d n1, c-acp pn22 vvb d pp-f po22 n2; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1364 | Page 240 |
8305 | you will for your Swine to lie in, and will you not to meet God in? one hours meeting the Lord in private will quit your cost: | you will for your Swine to lie in, and will you not to meet God in? one hours meeting the Lord in private will quit your cost: | pn22 vmb p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vmb pn22 xx pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp? crd n2 vvg dt n1 p-acp j vmb vvi po22 n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1364 | Page 240 |
8306 | And pray for this, do it least you do it in the woods, and desarts, and dens of the earth: | And pray for this, do it lest you do it in the woods, and deserts, and dens of the earth: | cc vvb p-acp d, vdb pn31 cs pn22 vdb pn31 p-acp dt n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1364 | Page 240 |
8307 | So much strangeness from God, so much Apostacie; Pray that you may hold out in this hour of Temptation; | So much strangeness from God, so much Apostasy; Pray that you may hold out in this hour of Temptation; | av d n1 p-acp np1, av d n1; vvb cst pn22 vmb vvi av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1364 | Page 240 |
8308 | that you may with David, not be forsaken, when gray-headed. | that you may with David, not be forsaken, when Gray-headed. | cst pn22 vmb p-acp np1, xx vbb vvn, c-crq j. | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1364 | Page 240 |
8309 | Thus you see now the particular Difference between Wise and Foolish Virgins, and what is the ground of the acceptance of the one, | Thus you see now the particular Difference between Wise and Foolish Virgins, and what is the ground of the acceptance of the one, | av pn22 vvb av dt j n1 p-acp j cc j n2, cc r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt crd, | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1365 | Page 240 |
8310 | and not of the other? What then will be said? Can it be, That there are no Grates in Saints: | and not of the other? What then will be said? Can it be, That there Are not Grates in Saints: | cc xx pp-f dt j-jn? q-crq av vmb vbi vvn? vmb pn31 vbi, cst a-acp vbr xx vvz p-acp n2: | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1365 | Page 240 |
8311 | Or, That there is no Difference between the one, and the other? | Or, That there is no Difference between the one, and the other? | cc, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt crd, cc dt n-jn? | (26) chapter (DIV2) | 1365 | Page 240 |
8312 | THE Second Part OF THE PARABLE. | THE Second Part OF THE PARABLE. | dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. | (27) part (DIV1) | 1365 | Page 1 |
8313 | CHAP. I. Of Carnal Security in Virgin Churches. SECT. I. Matth. 25. 5. Whilst the Bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept. | CHAP. I. Of Carnal Security in Virgae Churches. SECT. I. Matthew 25. 5. While the Bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept. | np1 pns11. pp-f j n1 p-acp n1 n2. n1. np1 np1 crd crd cs dt n1 vvd, pns32 d vvd cc vvn. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1365 | Page 1 |
8314 | IN this Parable were noted two things; First, The Churches preparation to meet Christ from vers. 1. to 5. | IN this Parable were noted two things; First, The Churches preparation to meet christ from vers. 1. to 5. | p-acp d n1 vbdr vvn crd n2; ord, dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp fw-la. crd p-acp crd | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1366 | Page 1 |
8315 | Secondly, The Bridegrooms coming out to meet them, from vers. 5. to 12. In this second part, which now we are to open, three things are to be attended unto; | Secondly, The Bridegrooms coming out to meet them, from vers. 5. to 12. In this second part, which now we Are to open, three things Are to be attended unto; | ord, dt n2 vvg av pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp fw-la. crd p-acp crd p-acp d ord n1, r-crq av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, crd n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1367 | Page 1 |
8316 | 1. The delay of Christs coming, or the long-suffering of Christ before he come, vers. 5. 2. The preparation he makes for his coming, a little before it, from verse 6. to vers. 10. by an awakening cry, which makes all the Virgins look about them. 3. The coming it self; | 1. The Delay of Christ coming, or the long-suffering of christ before he come, vers. 5. 2. The preparation he makes for his coming, a little before it, from verse 6. to vers. 10. by an awakening cry, which makes all the Virgins look about them. 3. The coming it self; | crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, cc dt j pp-f np1 c-acp pns31 vvb, fw-la. crd crd dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n-vvg, dt j c-acp pn31, p-acp n1 crd p-acp fw-la. crd p-acp dt n-vvg n1, r-crq vvz d dt n2 vvb p-acp pno32. crd dt n-vvg pn31 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1369 | Page 1 |
8317 | where those that were ready, were with ioy let in; and those that were unready were with shame shut out. | where those that were ready, were with joy let in; and those that were unready were with shame shut out. | c-crq d cst vbdr j, vbdr p-acp n1 vvb p-acp; cc d cst vbdr j vbdr p-acp n1 vvn av. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1371 | Page 1 |
8318 | 1. The delay of Christs coming. | 1. The Delay of Christ coming. | crd dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1371 | Page 2 |
8340 | that which we most think of while we be awake, we least think of indeed when we be asleep: | that which we most think of while we be awake, we least think of indeed when we be asleep: | cst r-crq pns12 av-ds vvb pp-f n1 pns12 vbb j, pns12 ds vvb pp-f av c-crq pns12 vbb j: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1384 | Page 2 |
8319 | Whence note First, What happened in the interim of his delay, and that is Carnal Security, expressed and set out from the lowest and highest degree of it. 1. They Slumbered; i. e. | Whence note First, What happened in the interim of his Delay, and that is Carnal Security, expressed and Set out from the lowest and highest degree of it. 1. They Slumbered; i. e. | q-crq n1 ord, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d vbz j n1, vvn cc vvn av p-acp dt js cc js n1 pp-f pn31. crd pns32 vvd; uh. sy. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1372 | Page 2 |
8320 | fell a nodding or winking, as the word most properly signifies. 2. They Slept; i. e. | fell a nodding or winking, as the word most properly signifies. 2. They Slept; i. e. | vvd dt j-vvg cc vvg, c-acp dt n1 av-ds av-j vvz. crd pns32 vvd; uh. sy. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1372 | Page 2 |
8321 | now they were buried in their sleep, overcome by it. Secondly, Upon whom these sleeps and slumbers fell; | now they were buried in their sleep, overcome by it. Secondly, Upon whom these sleeps and slumbers fell; | av pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1, vvn p-acp pn31. ord, p-acp ro-crq d n2 cc n2 vvd; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1372 | Page 2 |
8322 | and that is, They All slumbered and slept; i. e. | and that is, They All slumbered and slept; i. e. | cc d vbz, pns32 d vvd cc vvn; uh. sy. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1373 | Page 2 |
8323 | though for a time they were both awake, yet good and bad, wise and foolish fell into this senceless and stupid, dull and dead, sluggish and sleepy condition. | though for a time they were both awake, yet good and bad, wise and foolish fell into this senseless and stupid, dull and dead, sluggish and sleepy condition. | cs p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr d j, av j cc j, j cc j vvd p-acp d j cc j, j cc j, j cc j n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1373 | Page 2 |
8324 | Observ. I. That in the last days Carnal Security either is or will be the univers•l sin of Virgin Churches. | Observation I. That in the last days Carnal Security either is or will be the univers•l since of Virgae Churches. | np1 np1 cst p-acp dt ord n2 j n1 d vbz cc vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 n2. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1374 | Page 2 |
8325 | Observ. II. That Carnal Security falls by degrees upon the hearts of men. Observ. III. That the spirit of sloath and security is the last sin that befals the people of God. | Observation II That Carnal Security falls by Degrees upon the hearts of men. Observation III. That the Spirit of sloth and security is the last since that befalls the people of God. | np1 crd cst j n1 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. np1 np1. cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz dt ord n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1375 | Page 2 |
8326 | Observ. IV. That Christs tarrying from the Churches, is the general occasion of all security in the Churches; | Observation IV. That Christ tarrying from the Churches, is the general occasion of all security in the Churches; | np1 np1 d npg1 n-vvg p-acp dt n2, vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1377 | Page 2 |
8327 | or the not coming of the Bridegroom when the Saints expect him, is the general cause of that security which doth befall them. SECT. II. Observ. I. THat in the last days Carnal Secutrity either is or will be the universal •in of Virgin Churches: | or the not coming of the Bridegroom when the Saints expect him, is the general cause of that security which does befall them. SECT. II Observation I. THat in the last days Carnal Secutrity either is or will be the universal •in of Virgae Churches: | cc cs xx vvg pp-f dt n1 c-crq dt n2 vvb pno31, vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vdz vvi pno32. n1. crd np1 np1 cst p-acp dt ord n2 j n1 d vbz cc vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 n2: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1377 | Page 2 |
8328 | When the Churches are purged from the gross pollutions of the world, and Antichristian fornications and bondage, | When the Churches Are purged from the gross pollutions of the world, and Antichristian fornications and bondage, | c-crq dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc jp n2 cc n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1378 | Page 2 |
8329 | then either there is or will be general Security: | then either there is or will be general Security: | av av-d pc-acp vbz cc vmb vbi j n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1378 | Page 2 |
8330 | For these Virgins, when they first made profession of their Virginity by their burning lamps, were for a time all awakened, | For these Virgins, when they First made profession of their Virginity by their burning lamps, were for a time all awakened, | c-acp d n2, c-crq pns32 ord vvd n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po32 j-vvg n2, vbdr p-acp dt n1 av-d vvn, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1378 | Page 2 |
8331 | but at last they all slumbered and slept: This is the temper of the body of the Churches. | but At last they all slumbered and slept: This is the temper of the body of the Churches. | cc-acp p-acp ord pns32 d vvd cc vvn: d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1378 | Page 2 |
8332 | Matth. 24. 38. As it was in the days of Noah, so shall it be in the days of the coming of the Son of man. | Matthew 24. 38. As it was in the days of Noah, so shall it be in the days of the coming of the Son of man. | np1 crd crd p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av vmb pn31 vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1379 | Page 2 |
8333 | Luk. 18. 8. When the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith in the earth? i. e. an awakening faith. | Luk. 18. 8. When the Son of man comes, shall he find faith in the earth? i. e. an awakening faith. | np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vmb pns31 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1? sy. sy. dt n-vvg n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1380 | Page 2 |
8334 | Hence the Lord forewarns his people of this, Deut. 6. 12. When thou comest to such a land, beware lest thou forget the Lord thy God. Quest. | Hence the Lord forewarns his people of this, Deuteronomy 6. 12. When thou Comest to such a land, beware lest thou forget the Lord thy God. Quest. | av dt n1 vvz po31 n1 pp-f d, np1 crd crd c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp d dt n1, vvb cs pns21 vvb dt n1 po21 n1. n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1381 | Page 2 |
8335 | But what is this their general Security? | But what is this their general Security? | cc-acp q-crq vbz d po32 j n1? | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1382 | Page 2 |
8336 | Answ. Look as it is in our ordinary sleep, so it is in this general Security: | Answer Look as it is in our ordinary sleep, so it is in this general Security: | np1 vvb p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po12 j n1, av pn31 vbz p-acp d j n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1383 | Page 2 |
8337 | There are these six things in it. | There Are these six things in it. | a-acp vbr d crd n2 p-acp pn31. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1383 | Page 2 |
8338 | 1. A man forgets his business, his work he was about, or is to be exercised about; | 1. A man forgets his business, his work he was about, or is to be exercised about; | crd dt n1 vvz po31 n1, po31 n1 pns31 vbds a-acp, cc vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1384 | Page 2 |
8339 | so in a carnal security, men forget the Lord, his works, and his will; | so in a carnal security, men forget the Lord, his works, and his will; | av p-acp dt j n1, n2 vvb dt n1, po31 n2, cc po31 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1384 | Page 2 |
8341 | Take a man awakened indeed, O then the worst remember the Lord and his Covenant, Psal. 78. 47. But when asleep, the Lord and his errand is least thought of; | Take a man awakened indeed, Oh then the worst Remember the Lord and his Covenant, Psalm 78. 47. But when asleep, the Lord and his errand is least Thought of; | vvb dt n1 vvn av, uh av dt js vvb dt n1 cc po31 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp c-crq j, dt n1 cc po31 n1 vbz av-ds vvn pp-f; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1384 | Page 2 |
8342 | and hence security is exprest by forgetting God, Psal. 50. 21. And hence Ierusalems security was in this, they remembred not their latter end. | and hence security is expressed by forgetting God, Psalm 50. 21. And hence Ierusalems security was in this, they remembered not their latter end. | cc av n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg np1, np1 crd crd cc av npg1 n1 vbds p-acp d, pns32 vvd xx po32 d n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1384 | Page 2 |
8343 | 2. A man in sleep fears no evill until it be upon him, awakening of him; | 2. A man in sleep fears no evil until it be upon him, awakening of him; | crd dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz dx n-jn c-acp pn31 vbb p-acp pno31, n-vvg pp-f pno31; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1385 | Page 2 |
8344 | so this is another ingredient into carnal security, though sin lies upon them, they fea• not till evil comes; | so this is Another ingredient into carnal security, though since lies upon them, they fea• not till evil comes; | av d vbz j-jn n1 p-acp j n1, cs n1 vvz p-acp pno32, pns32 n1 xx p-acp n-jn vvz; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1385 | Page 2 |
8345 | as Ioseph • brethren, though warning is given them, they fear not: | as Ioseph • brothers, though warning is given them, they Fear not: | c-acp np1 • n2, cs n1 vbz vvn pno32, pns32 vvb xx: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1385 | Page 2 |
8346 | Like them in the days of Noah and Lot. And hence Iob 21. 9. their houses are free from fear; | Like them in the days of Noah and Lot. And hence Job 21. 9. their houses Are free from Fear; | vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc n1. cc av np1 crd crd po32 n2 vbr j p-acp n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1385 | Page 2 |
8347 | the misery for the same sin is lighted upon another; yet the secure soul fears not, as in Belshazar, Dan. 5. 22. 3. In sleep all the sences are bound up, the outward sences especially, the eye watcheth not, the ear hears not, the tongue tastes not, the body feels not; | the misery for the same since is lighted upon Another; yet the secure soul fears not, as in Belshazzar, Dan. 5. 22. 3. In sleep all the Senses Are bound up, the outward Senses especially, the eye watches not, the ear hears not, the tongue tastes not, the body feels not; | dt n1 p-acp dt d n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn; av dt j n1 vvz xx, c-acp p-acp np1, np1 crd crd crd p-acp n1 d dt n2 vbr vvn a-acp, dt j n2 av-j, dt n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vvz xx; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1385 | Page 2 |
8348 | to this is an ingredient of carnal security, it binds up all the sences, as it did the Prophet Ionah his in the storm; | to this is an ingredient of carnal security, it binds up all the Senses, as it did the Prophet Jonah his in the storm; | p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, pn31 vvz a-acp d dt n2, c-acp pn31 vdd dt n1 np1 po31 p-acp dt n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1386 | Page 3 |
8349 | when misery was upon him, he heard not, he saw not, he felt not; | when misery was upon him, he herd not, he saw not, he felt not; | c-crq n1 vbds p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd xx, pns31 vvd xx, pns31 vvd xx; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1386 | Page 3 |
8350 | so when misery, outward or spiritual, is upon a man, he that had quick sences before, his eye sees not, watcheth not; | so when misery, outward or spiritual, is upon a man, he that had quick Senses before, his eye sees not, watches not; | av c-crq n1, j cc j, vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 cst vhd j n2 a-acp, po31 n1 vvz xx, vvz xx; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1386 | Page 3 |
8351 | Christians neglect their watchfulness for their friends, the Lord, and his Spirit, and coming; no• watch against their enemies that daily besiege them; | Christians neglect their watchfulness for their Friends, the Lord, and his Spirit, and coming; no• watch against their enemies that daily besiege them; | np1 vvb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2, dt n1, cc po31 n1, cc vvg; n1 vvb p-acp po32 n2 cst av-j vvi pno32; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1386 | Page 3 |
8352 | the ear hears not the voice of the Ministry, the voyce of Providences, the voyce of the spirit within; | the ear hears not the voice of the Ministry, the voice of Providences, the voice of the Spirit within; | dt n1 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1386 | Page 3 |
8353 | the soul smels not, tastes not the sweet of any promise, any Ordinance, no nor of the grace of the Lord himself; hence it commends them nor; | the soul smells not, tastes not the sweet of any promise, any Ordinance, no nor of the grace of the Lord himself; hence it commends them nor; | dt n1 n2 xx, vvz xx dt j pp-f d n1, d n1, uh-dx ccx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 px31; av pn31 vvz pno32 ccx; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1386 | Page 3 |
8354 | nay the soul feels nothing, no evil, no good the Lord doth him; | nay the soul feels nothing, no evil, no good the Lord does him; | uh-x dt n1 vvz pix, dx j-jn, dx j dt n1 vdz pno31; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1386 | Page 3 |
8355 | that look as the Lord there said, Isa. 29. 9, 10. The Lord hath poured upon you a spirit of sleep, and hath closed your eyes; | that look as the Lord there said, Isaiah 29. 9, 10. The Lord hath poured upon you a Spirit of sleep, and hath closed your eyes; | cst vvb p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vhz vvn po22 n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1386 | Page 3 |
8356 | so the Lord closeth up all the sences, that a man is now stupid, when he is fallen asleep in security. | so the Lord closeth up all the Senses, that a man is now stupid, when he is fallen asleep in security. | av dt n1 vvz a-acp d dt n2, cst dt n1 vbz av j, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn j p-acp n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1386 | Page 3 |
8357 | 4. In sleep there is a cessation from speaking and motion: there a man keeps silence and lies still; | 4. In sleep there is a cessation from speaking and motion: there a man keeps silence and lies still; | crd p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg cc n1: a-acp dt n1 vvz n1 cc vvz av; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1387 | Page 3 |
8358 | so in carnal security, the spirit of prayer is silent, Isa. 64. 7. Psal. 32. 1, 2, 3. David calls it a keeping of silence; | so in carnal security, the Spirit of prayer is silent, Isaiah 64. 7. Psalm 32. 1, 2, 3. David calls it a keeping of silence; | av p-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 vvz pn31 dt n-vvg pp-f n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1387 | Page 3 |
8359 | up, why sleepest thou? seek to thy God, say the Mariners; indeed men may talk in their sleep, so men may pray in their deep security, yet not throughly awakened: | up, why Sleepest thou? seek to thy God, say the Mariners; indeed men may talk in their sleep, so men may pray in their deep security, yet not thoroughly awakened: | a-acp, q-crq vv2 pns21? vvb p-acp po21 n1, vvb dt n2; av n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1, av n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 j-jn n1, av xx av-j vvn: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1387 | Page 3 |
8361 | so in carnal security the soul stands at a stay, goes not backward, grows not worse, but goes not forward; | so in carnal security the soul Stands At a stay, Goes not backward, grows not Worse, but Goes not forward; | av p-acp j n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvz xx av-j, vvz xx av-jc, cc-acp vvz xx av-j; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1387 | Page 3 |
8362 | such a one is compared to the door on the hinge. 5. In sleep the sences being stupified, and motion ceased, a man falls a dreaming; | such a one is compared to the door on the hinge. 5. In sleep the Senses being Stupified, and motion ceased, a man falls a dreaming; | d dt pi vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. crd p-acp n1 dt n2 vbg vvn, cc n1 vvd, dt n1 vvz dt vvg; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1387 | Page 3 |
8363 | some dreams he forgets, some he remembers, and in his sleep fully and firmly believes them; | Some dreams he forgets, Some he remembers, and in his sleep Fully and firmly believes them; | d n2 pns31 vvz, d pns31 vvz, cc p-acp po31 n1 av-j cc av-j vvz pno32; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1388 | Page 3 |
8364 | so in carnal security, now a mans• mind dreams of that which is not, and of that which never shall be; | so in carnal security, now a mans• mind dreams of that which is not, and of that which never shall be; | av p-acp j n1, av dt n1 n1 n2 pp-f d r-crq vbz xx, cc pp-f d r-crq av-x vmb vbi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1388 | Page 3 |
8365 | a mans mind is grown vain, and full of fancies and dreams; | a men mind is grown vain, and full of fancies and dreams; | dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn j, cc j pp-f n2 cc n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1388 | Page 3 |
8366 | those things which never entered into Gods thoughts, something a man dreams of the Lord that this is his will and mind, which is not; | those things which never entered into God's thoughts, something a man dreams of the Lord that this is his will and mind, which is not; | d n2 r-crq av-x vvd p-acp npg1 n2, pi pp-f n1 n2 pp-f dt n1 cst d vbz po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz xx; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1388 | Page 3 |
8367 | of the world, that it is a goodly thing; of things to come which shall never be. | of the world, that it is a goodly thing; of things to come which shall never be. | pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1; pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb av-x vbi. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1388 | Page 3 |
8368 | 6. In deep sleep, though a man be awakened, yet he presently is overcome by his sleep again; | 6. In deep sleep, though a man be awakened, yet he presently is overcome by his sleep again; | crd p-acp j-jn n1, cs dt n1 vbi vvn, av pns31 av-j vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 av; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1389 | Page 3 |
8369 | so that is another ingredient into spiritual slumber; sleepiness is predominant over his watchfulness; and thus it was with the Disciples in the garden, they slept; | so that is Another ingredient into spiritual slumber; sleepiness is predominant over his watchfulness; and thus it was with the Disciples in the garden, they slept; | av cst vbz j-jn n1 p-acp j n1; n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1; cc av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvd; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1389 | Page 3 |
8370 | the Lord came once and twice, and awakens them, yet they slept till temptation surprized them; | the Lord Come once and twice, and awakens them, yet they slept till temptation surprised them; | dt n1 vvd a-acp cc av, cc vvz pno32, av pns32 vvd p-acp n1 vvn pno32; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1389 | Page 3 |
8371 | scarce any Christian so secure in the chambers of Christ, but he hath some knocks of conscience, some cries of the Ministry, some woundings from the Lord, | scarce any Christian so secure in the chambers of christ, but he hath Some knocks of conscience, Some cries of the Ministry, Some woundings from the Lord, | av-j d np1 av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns31 vhz d n2 pp-f n1, d n2 pp-f dt n1, d n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1389 | Page 3 |
8372 | and they do awake him, but yet he falls to sleep again. SECT. III. WE shall now shew the Reasons why Virgin Churches in the last days are or will be overcome by security. | and they do awake him, but yet he falls to sleep again. SECT. III. WE shall now show the Reasons why Virgae Churches in the last days Are or will be overcome by security. | cc pns32 vdb vvi pno31, cc-acp av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi av. n1. np1. pns12 vmb av vvi dt n2 c-crq n1 n2 p-acp dt ord n2 vbr cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1389 | Page 3 |
8373 | First, Because that in Virgin Churches there are the strongest provocations to this sin: |
First, Because that in Virgae Churches there Are the Strongest provocations to this since: Which Are chiefly three. | ord, c-acp cst p-acp n1 n2 pc-acp vbr dt js n2 p-acp d n1: r-crq vbr av-jn crd. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1391 | Page 3 |
8374 | 1. Rest and places of peace, and freedom from hard bondage; | 1. Rest and places of peace, and freedom from hard bondage; | crd n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp j n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 3 |
8375 | Iacob may sleep with his stone under his head, but much more easily under his own Vine and Figtrees. | Iacob may sleep with his stone under his head, but much more Easily under his own Vine and Figtrees. | np1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp av-d av-dc av-j p-acp po31 d n1 cc np1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 3 |
8376 | A man may be secure in the times of trouble, but much more in times of peace, | A man may be secure in the times of trouble, but much more in times of peace, | dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av-d av-dc p-acp n2 pp-f n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 3 |
8377 | when we have our beds made soft for us, and easie pillows. Friends can boldly desire us to rest, where there is lodgings for us: | when we have our Beds made soft for us, and easy pillows. Friends can boldly desire us to rest, where there is lodgings for us: | c-crq pns12 vhb po12 n2 vvd j p-acp pno12, cc j n2. ng1 vmb av-j vvi pno12 p-acp n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz n2 p-acp pno12: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 3 |
8378 | The world thrusts us out of lodging: | The world thrusts us out of lodging: | dt n1 vvz pno12 av pp-f n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 3 |
8379 | While the prick is at the brest the Nightingale awakes and sings, but when that is taken away it sleeps in the day. | While the prick is At the breast the Nightingale awakes and sings, but when that is taken away it sleeps in the day. | cs dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz cc vvz, cc-acp c-crq d vbz vvn av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 3 |
8380 | In times of persecution Paul is preaching till midnight, and the Lord is remembred in the songs, | In times of persecution Paul is preaching till midnight, and the Lord is remembered in the songs, | p-acp n2 pp-f n1 np1 vbz vvg p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 4 |
8381 | and sighs, and prayers of the night-season; but in times of peace, peace like Iaels milk and butter stupifies all the sences, though destruction be near; | and sighs, and Prayers of the night-season; but in times of peace, peace like Jael milk and butter stupifies all the Senses, though destruction be near; | cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1; cc-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, uh-n j npg1 n1 cc n1 vvz d dt n2, cs n1 vbb j; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 4 |
8383 | Do you think that Noah in the Ark, when the waters swelled above the mountains, was secure? no, | Do you think that Noah in the Ark, when the waters swelled above the Mountains, was secure? no, | vdb pn22 vvi d np1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n2 vvd p-acp dt n2, vbds j? uh-dx, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 4 |
8384 | but when the waters ceased, and he had his Vineyard planted, now he sleeps in his drunkenness, | but when the waters ceased, and he had his Vineyard planted, now he sleeps in his Drunkenness, | cc-acp c-crq dt n2 vvd, cc pns31 vhd po31 n1 vvn, av pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 4 |
8385 | because he knew not the strength of wine. In the Virgin-Church, where this sleep is, we suppose this freedom from evil. | Because he knew not the strength of wine. In the Virgin-Church, where this sleep is, we suppose this freedom from evil. | c-acp pns31 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp dt n1, c-crq d n1 vbz, pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp n-jn. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1392 | Page 4 |
8386 | 2. Because there men are most free from inward pain; | 2. Because there men Are most free from inward pain; | crd p-acp a-acp n2 vbr av-ds j p-acp j n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8387 | for where there is much grief and pain, there's no rest, though all the house about be still; | for where there is much grief and pain, there's no rest, though all the house about be still; | p-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1 cc n1, pc-acp|vbz dx n1, cs d dt n1 p-acp vbi av; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8388 | but when the house is still, and the body well, now tis hard but there may be rest; | but when the house is still, and the body well, now this hard but there may be rest; | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz av, cc dt n1 av, av pn31|vbz av-j cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8389 | Whiles the Christian doth live under Antichristian pollution, his Conscience hath no rest, and hence 'tis awake there; | While the Christian does live under Antichristian pollution, his Conscience hath no rest, and hence it's awake there; | cs dt np1 vdz vvi p-acp jp n1, po31 n1 vhz dx n1, cc av pn31|vbz j pc-acp; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8390 | here (saith the soul) I want the Ordinances of God, Oh that I had them! | Here (Says the soul) I want the Ordinances of God, O that I had them! | av (vvz dt n1) pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, uh cst pns11 vhd pno32! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8391 | Here I see sin and wickedness abounding, that my childe is like to be poisoned therewith; | Here I see since and wickedness abounding, that my child is like to be poisoned therewith; | av pns11 vvb n1 cc n1 vvg, cst po11 n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn av; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8392 | here are such and such superstitions that my Conscience cannot bear: Hence Conscience is kept waking. | Here Are such and such superstitions that my Conscience cannot bear: Hence Conscience is kept waking. | av vbr d cc d n2 cst po11 n1 vmbx vvi: av n1 vbz vvn vvg. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8393 | But in Virgin-Churches, where the house is swept of these, now Conscience is quiet and at rest; | But in Virgin-Churches, where the house is swept of these, now Conscience is quiet and At rest; | p-acp p-acp n2, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f d, av n1 vbz j-jn cc p-acp n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8394 | now I have got a Levite into my house, God is now blessing me, &c. Now Conscience hath laid down its burthen, it falls down to sleep; | now I have god a Levite into my house, God is now blessing me, etc. Now Conscience hath laid down its burden, it falls down to sleep; | av pns11 vhb vvn dt np1 p-acp po11 n1, np1 vbz av vvg pno11, av av n1 vhz vvn a-acp po31 n1, pn31 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8395 | now they cry, The Temple of the Lord, | now they cry, The Temple of the Lord, | av pns32 vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1393 | Page 4 |
8396 | 3. Because in such Churches there is most aptitude in men to spiritual fulness, viz. plenty of the means; there is all the Ordinances; | 3. Because in such Churches there is most aptitude in men to spiritual fullness, viz. plenty of the means; there is all the Ordinances; | crd p-acp p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbz ds n1 p-acp n2 p-acp j n1, n1 n1 pp-f dt n2; pc-acp vbz d dt n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1394 | Page 4 |
8397 | in this mountain, Isa. 25. 1. Gods feast is made, and fulness of spiritual gifts and graces, | in this mountain, Isaiah 25. 1. God's feast is made, and fullness of spiritual Gifts and graces, | p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd npg1 n1 vbz vvn, cc n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1394 | Page 4 |
8398 | because they have now escaped the pollutions of the world, conquered the enmity of the world; | Because they have now escaped the pollutions of the world, conquered the enmity of the world; | c-acp pns32 vhb av vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1394 | Page 4 |
8399 | now have come to a good measure of grace, and conquered the way of their enemies, got the better of them; | now have come to a good measure of grace, and conquered the Way of their enemies, god the better of them; | av vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvd dt jc pp-f pno32; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1394 | Page 4 |
8400 | hence, as the Israelites made peace with the Canaanites, not when they were too strong but too weak for them: | hence, as the Israelites made peace with the Canaanites, not when they were too strong but too weak for them: | av, c-acp dt np1 vvn n1 p-acp dt np2, xx c-crq pns32 vbdr av j p-acp av j c-acp pno32: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1394 | Page 4 |
8401 | So now the Soul comes to be at rest, to lay down its Warfare, and to yield to a truce, to a league to his lusts and distempers for a time. | So now the Soul comes to be At rest, to lay down its Warfare, and to yield to a truce, to a league to his Lustiest and distempers for a time. | av av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1394 | Page 4 |
8402 | When men are kept short of food, now they awake; | When men Are kept short of food, now they awake; | c-crq n2 vbr vvn j pp-f n1, av pns32 vvb; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1394 | Page 4 |
8403 | so when the Word of the Lord and his Ordinances be rare and precious, and hard to finde, | so when the Word of the Lord and his Ordinances be rare and precious, and hard to find, | av c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n2 vbb j cc j, cc av-j pc-acp vvi, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1394 | Page 4 |
8404 | now a Christian can trudge after them; but when men are full, now they desire rest; so 'tis here. | now a Christian can trudge After them; but when men Are full, now they desire rest; so it's Here. | av dt njp vmb vvi p-acp pno32; cc-acp c-crq n2 vbr j, av pns32 vvb n1; av pn31|vbz av. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1394 | Page 4 |
8405 | 4. Because in Virgin-Churches, there men are most apt to be overtaken with weariness; | 4. Because in Virgin-Churches, there men Are most apt to be overtaken with weariness; | crd p-acp p-acp n2, a-acp n2 vbr av-ds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1395 | Page 4 |
8406 | A man that never walkt on in a holy way, may at first setting out delight in Christ; | A man that never walked on in a holy Way, may At First setting out delight in christ; | dt n1 cst av-x vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n1, vmb p-acp ord vvg av n1 p-acp np1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1395 | Page 4 |
8407 | but after he hath done walking in it, now he is apt to faint; especially, if he sows much, and reaps for the present but little. | but After he hath done walking in it, now he is apt to faint; especially, if he Sovus much, and reaps for the present but little. | cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vdn vvg p-acp pn31, av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi; av-j, cs pns31 n2 av-d, cc vvz p-acp dt j p-acp j. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1395 | Page 4 |
8408 | And hence Gal. 6. 9. You shall reap in due season, if you faint not: Now in Virgin-Churches, these Virgins are such persons as have begun to make a profession, | And hence Gal. 6. 9. You shall reap in due season, if you faint not: Now in Virgin-Churches, these Virgins Are such Persons as have begun to make a profession, | cc av np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1, cs pn22 vvb xx: av p-acp n2, d n2 vbr d n2 c-acp vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1395 | Page 4 |
8409 | and have made a fair progress; O how difficult now is it not to be weary! | and have made a fair progress; Oh how difficult now is it not to be weary! | cc vhb vvn dt j n1; uh q-crq j av vbz pn31 xx pc-acp vbi j! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1395 | Page 4 |
8410 | it's strange to see what short spirits after the Lord, what large after the Creatures vve have. | it's strange to see what short spirits After the Lord, what large After the Creatures we have. | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq j n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-j p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1395 | Page 4 |
8411 | II. Because they are the more easily overcome by this sin, |
II Because they Are the more Easily overcome by this since, than by any other. 1. Because it's a since which a man least foresees or fears: | crd c-acp pns32 vbr dt av-dc av-j vvn p-acp d n1, cs p-acp d n-jn. crd p-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 ds vvz cc n2: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1396 | Page 4 |
8412 | The Apostle saith, They that are drunk, and that sleep, sleep in the nigh; and yet here men sleep in the open light; | The Apostle Says, They that Are drunk, and that sleep, sleep in the High; and yet Here men sleep in the open Light; | dt n1 vvz, pns32 cst vbr vvn, cc d n1, vvb p-acp dt av-j; cc av av n2 vvi p-acp dt j n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1397 | Page 4 |
8413 | Why so? Men see it not, men know it not; sleep steals upon a man: It's lawful to sleep; | Why so? Men see it not, men know it not; sleep steals upon a man: It's lawful to sleep; | q-crq av? np1 vvb pn31 xx, n2 vvb pn31 xx; n1 vvz p-acp dt n1: pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1397 | Page 4 |
8414 | carnal security arises chiefly from the use of lawful things, on which a mans heart and thoughts are spent; | carnal security arises chiefly from the use of lawful things, on which a men heart and thoughts Are spent; | j n1 vvz av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp r-crq dt ng1 n1 cc n2 vbr vvn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1397 | Page 4 |
8415 | they eate, drank, gave in marriage, they could see no hurt therein. | they eat, drank, gave in marriage, they could see no hurt therein. | pns32 vvb, vvd, vvd p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vvi dx n1 av. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1397 | Page 4 |
8416 | When a man is had before Councels, now a man fears to sin, he knows he shall be tempted unto sin; | When a man is had before Counsels, now a man fears to since, he knows he shall be tempted unto since; | c-crq dt n1 vbz vhd p-acp n2, av dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1397 | Page 4 |
8417 | but when the Lord brings the shoulder from under such burdens, now to fear out Tables, our Beds, our Wives, our Children, our Callings, our Professions and the snares of these, Oh it is exceeding hard! | but when the Lord brings the shoulder from under such burdens, now to Fear out Tables, our Beds, our Wives, our Children, our Callings, our Professions and the snares of these, O it is exceeding hard! | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp p-acp d n2, av pc-acp vvi av n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2 cc dt n2 pp-f d, uh pn31 vbz av-vvg j! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1397 | Page 4 |
8418 | 2. Because Security is so sweet a sin; O sleep is sweet; meat is sweet, but men may be soon full of that; | 2. Because Security is so sweet a since; Oh sleep is sweet; meat is sweet, but men may be soon full of that; | crd p-acp n1 vbz av j dt n1; uh n1 vbz j; n1 vbz j, cc-acp n2 vmb vbi av j pp-f d; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1398 | Page 5 |
8419 | but when sleep comes, many hours are little enough to entertain that: Some •ins are sweet for a time, as a short meal and away; | but when sleep comes, many hours Are little enough to entertain that: some •ins Are sweet for a time, as a short meal and away; | cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz, d n2 vbr j av-d pc-acp vvi cst: d n2 vbr j p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt j n1 cc av; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1398 | Page 5 |
8420 | but sloth is a sweeter sin than any else besides. | but sloth is a Sweeten since than any Else beside. | cc-acp n1 vbz dt jc n1 cs d av a-acp. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1398 | Page 5 |
8421 | Let a Christian ask his heart, when he can take no content in Pots, or loose company, | Let a Christian ask his heart, when he can take no content in Pots, or lose company, | vvb dt njp vvi po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp n2, cc j n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1398 | Page 5 |
8422 | or Queans, and can find none in the Lord, yet this will give him ease, viz. his sloth: | or Queans, and can find none in the Lord, yet this will give him ease, viz. his sloth: | cc n2, cc vmb vvi pix p-acp dt n1, av d vmb vvi pno31 vvi, n1 po31 n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1398 | Page 5 |
8423 | When he is weary of the Wold, and of vvalking vvith God also, yet sloth is his delight; | When he is weary of the Wold, and of walking with God also, yet sloth is his delight; | c-crq pns31 vbz j pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f n-vvg p-acp np1 av, av n1 vbz po31 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1398 | Page 5 |
8424 | and hence he crys, A little more slumb•r and sleep, untill destruction c•mes as an armed man: | and hence he cries, A little more slumb•r and sleep, until destruction c•mes as an armed man: | cc av pns31 vvz, dt av-j av-dc j cc n1, c-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt j-vvn n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1398 | Page 5 |
8425 | When a man delights not in his Wife, Children, Riches, Honours, yet is he sometime contentedly swallowed up with his sleep and rest. | c-crq dt n1 vvz xx p-acp po31 n1, n2, n2, n2, av vbz pns31 av av-vvn vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1398 | Page 5 | |
8426 | 3. Because Sa•an doth make his strongest forces ready alvvay to bring a man first into this in; | 3. Because Sa•an does make his Strongest forces ready alway to bring a man First into this in; | crd p-acp n1 vdz vvi po31 js n2 j av pc-acp vvi dt n1 ord p-acp d p-acp; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1399 | Page 5 |
8427 | because this makes vvay for the entrance of all sin and misery; no people so happy as the Israelit•s, vvhile they vvere awakened and up with God; | Because this makes Way for the Entrance of all since and misery; no people so happy as the Israelit•s, while they were awakened and up with God; | c-acp d vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1; dx n1 av j c-acp dt n2, cs pns32 vbdr vvn cc a-acp p-acp np1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1399 | Page 5 |
8428 | no misery could hurt them, Ier. 2. 1, •, 3. but when they forgot him, all misery came in; | no misery could hurt them, Jeremiah 2. 1, •, 3. but when they forgotten him, all misery Come in; | dx n1 vmd vvi pno32, np1 crd crd, •, crd p-acp c-crq pns32 vvd pno31, d n1 vvd p-acp; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1399 | Page 5 |
8429 | While the strong man keeps the Palace, his goods be at peace; it's his care to keep men secure and still. SECT. IV. LEt us therefore now examine whether this sin be not out sin in this Country, |
While the strong man keeps the Palace, his goods be At peace; it's his care to keep men secure and still. SECT. IV. LEt us Therefore now examine whither this since be not out since in this Country, if it be not begun among us; | cs dt j n1 vvz dt n1, po31 n2-j vbb p-acp n1; pn31|vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n2 j cc j. n1. np1 vvb pno12 av av vvi cs d n1 vbb xx av n1 p-acp d n1, cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp pno12; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1399 | Page 5 |
8430 | if we be not sleeping, yet are we not slumbering? if we are not Virgin-Churches, | if we be not sleeping, yet Are we not slumbering? if we Are not Virgin-Churches, | cs pns12 vbb xx vvg, av vbr pns12 xx vvg? cs pns12 vbr xx n2, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1400 | Page 5 |
8431 | why have we the name of it? if we be Virgin-Churches, then make search if this be not our sin; | why have we the name of it? if we be Virgin-Churches, then make search if this be not our since; | q-crq vhb pns12 dt n1 pp-f pn31? cs pns12 vbb n2, av vvb vvb cs d vbb xx po12 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1400 | Page 5 |
8432 | we have all our beds and lodgings provided, the Lord hath made them easie to us; | we have all our Beds and lodgings provided, the Lord hath made them easy to us; | pns12 vhb d po12 n2 cc n2 vvn, dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 j p-acp pno12; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1400 | Page 5 |
8433 | We never looked for such d•ys in New-England, the Lord hath freed us from the pain and anguish of our Consciences; | We never looked for such d•ys in New england, the Lord hath freed us from the pain and anguish of our Consciences; | pns12 av vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp np1, dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1400 | Page 5 |
8434 | we have Ordinances to the full, Sermons too long, and Lectures too many, and private meetings too frequent, a large profession many have made, | we have Ordinances to the full, Sermons too long, and Lectures too many, and private meetings too frequent, a large profession many have made, | pns12 vhb n2 p-acp dt j, n2 av av-j, cc n2 av d, cc j n2 av j, dt j n1 av-d vhb vvn, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1400 | Page 5 |
8435 | but are you not yet weary? if weary, not sleepy, not slumbering? it may be on you before you are aware, and you not know it; | but Are you not yet weary? if weary, not sleepy, not slumbering? it may be on you before you Are aware, and you not know it; | cc-acp vbr pn22 xx av j? cs j, xx j, xx vvg? pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pn22 c-acp pn22 vbr j, cc pn22 xx vvi pn31; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1400 | Page 5 |
8436 | and when so it is, it may be so sweet that you may be loth to see it, that so you may forsake it. | and when so it is, it may be so sweet that you may be loath to see it, that so you may forsake it. | cc c-crq av pn31 vbz, pn31 vmb vbi av j cst pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31, cst av pn22 vmb vvi pn31. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1400 | Page 5 |
8437 | Let me knock again, is it not so? Let me come to every mans bed side, and ask your consciences. | Let me knock again, is it not so? Let me come to every men Bed side, and ask your Consciences. | vvb pno11 vvi av, vbz pn31 xx av? vvb pno11 vvi p-acp d ng1 n1 n1, cc vvb po22 n2. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1400 | Page 5 |
8438 | 3. Have you not forgot your God, and forgot your work also? the business for which you made this great undertaking? Psal. 106. 12. When they were saved from the Sea they soon forgat the Lord: | 3. Have you not forgotten your God, and forgotten your work also? the business for which you made this great undertaking? Psalm 106. 12. When they were saved from the Sea they soon forgot the Lord: | crd vhb pn22 xx vvn po22 n1, cc vvd po22 n1 av? dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vvd d j n-vvg? np1 crd crd c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pns32 av vvd dt n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8439 | Hath not the Lord by a stretchedout arm brought thee and thine through seas and dangers, | Hath not the Lord by a stretchedout arm brought thee and thine through Seas and dangers, | vhz xx dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvd pno21 cc png21 p-acp n2 cc n2, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8440 | and delivered you wonderfully? are not all his kindnesses forgotten? all your promises forgotten? When the Lord had brought the Isra•lites out of their captivity, | and Delivered you wonderfully? Are not all his Kindnesses forgotten? all your promises forgotten? When the Lord had brought the Isra•lites out of their captivity, | cc vvd pn22 av-j? vbr xx d po31 n2 vvn? d po22 n2 vvn? c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn dt n2 av pp-f po32 n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8441 | and some hopeful beginnings were, they came for the Temple; | and Some hopeful beginnings were, they Come for the Temple; | cc d j n2 vbdr, pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8442 | the dust was precious, but Gods hosue did lie waste, Hag. 1. 5, 6. Consider your ways; no man prospered scarce in his estate; | the dust was precious, but God's hosue did lie waste, Hag. 1. 5, 6. Consider your ways; no man prospered scarce in his estate; | dt n1 vbds j, cc-acp ng1 n1 vdd vvi n1, np1 crd crd, crd vvb po22 n2; dx n1 vvd av-j p-acp po31 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8443 | God did blow upon their corn because they forgat their end. | God did blow upon their corn Because they forgot their end. | np1 vdd vvi p-acp po32 n1 c-acp pns32 vvd po32 n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8444 | What was your end of coming hither? the Ordinances of God, the presence of God; | What was your end of coming hither? the Ordinances of God, the presence of God; | q-crq vbds po22 n1 pp-f vvg av? dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8445 | and oh one day there better than a thousand elsewhere; | and o one day there better than a thousand elsewhere; | cc uh crd n1 pc-acp vvi cs dt crd av; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8446 | hath it been so? No, but as it is vers. 9. Every man turns to his own house: | hath it been so? No, but as it is vers. 9. Every man turns to his own house: | vhz pn31 vbn av? uh-dx, cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz fw-la. crd d n1 vvz p-acp po31 d n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8507 | no wonder a mans work be neglected, if he be asleep, Ordinances more slighted than ever before: | no wonder a men work be neglected, if he be asleep, Ordinances more slighted than ever before: | dx n1 dt ng1 n1 vbi vvn, cs pns31 vbb j, n2 av-dc vvn cs av a-acp: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8447 | Every man for himself, to their own house, lot, accommodation, provision for children; and in the mean while the Lords house lies waste, you build not up that; | Every man for himself, to their own house, lot, accommodation, provision for children; and in the mean while the lords house lies waste, you built not up that; | d n1 p-acp px31, p-acp po32 d n1, n1, n1, n1 p-acp n2; cc p-acp dt j n1 dt n2 n1 vvz n1, pn22 vvb xx p-acp d; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8448 | the Souls of thy Brethren in Church-fellowship, yea, of thy family are not built up; the Lords house is despised now; | the Souls of thy Brothers in Church fellowship, yea, of thy family Are not built up; the lords house is despised now; | dt n2 pp-f po21 n2 p-acp n1, uh, pp-f po21 n1 vbr xx vvn a-acp; dt n2 n1 vbz vvn av; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8449 | and it's like the Schools of the Prophets, and much more. Oh thought we, if we had such priviledges, how would we improve them! | and it's like the Schools of the prophets, and much more. O Thought we, if we had such privileges, how would we improve them! | cc pn31|vbz av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc av-d dc. uh n1 pns12, cs pns12 vhd d n2, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pno32! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8450 | but when we have them, have we the same thoughts? do we not forget them, | but when we have them, have we the same thoughts? do we not forget them, | cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhb pno32, vhb pns12 dt d n2? vdb pns12 xx vvi pno32, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 5 |
8451 | like men that come to a place for gold, and find it not without digging, they fall to l••de their ship with wood or coal, that which it will bear. | like men that come to a place for gold, and find it not without digging, they fallen to l••de their ship with wood or coal, that which it will bear. | av-j n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi pn31 xx p-acp vvg, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst r-crq pn31 vmb vvi. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1401 | Page 6 |
8452 | 2. Have we not shaken off all fear almost of sin and misery? Go to the Ant thou sluggard, she fears and provides against a winter: | 2. Have we not shaken off all Fear almost of since and misery? Go to the Ant thou sluggard, she fears and provides against a winter: | crd vhb pns12 xx vvn a-acp d n1 av pp-f n1 cc n1? vvb p-acp dt n1 pns21 n1, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8453 | Do not men think that we have fled too far for the cro•s to finde us, | Do not men think that we have fled too Far for the cro•s to find us, | vdb xx n2 vvi cst pns12 vhb vvn av av-j c-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8454 | or as if the Temple of the Lord was such a Den as no Foxes or Wolves could follow us into? especially when there are causes of fear, | or as if the Temple of the Lord was such a Den as no Foxes or Wolves could follow us into? especially when there Are Causes of Fear, | cc c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds d dt n1 c-acp dx n2 cc n2 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp? av-j c-crq pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8455 | when War is proclaimed, and the causes known, and yet they are never feared: How many men have the hand-writing of death in their Consciences against them! | when War is proclaimed, and the Causes known, and yet they Are never feared: How many men have the handwriting of death in their Consciences against them! | c-crq n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n2 vvn, cc av pns32 vbr av-x vvn: c-crq d n2 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno32! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8456 | this they confess is naught, they have lived careless, sluggish, and have had some sence of it, | this they confess is nought, they have lived careless, sluggish, and have had Some sense of it, | d pns32 vvb vbz pix, pns32 vhb vvn j, j, cc vhb vhn d n1 pp-f pn31, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8457 | yet no awakening fear of the terror of the Lord; when a Prince is nigh us, now to commit a little lewdness is great wickedness: | yet no awakening Fear of the terror of the Lord; when a Prince is High us, now to commit a little Lewdness is great wickedness: | av dx n-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j pno12, av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vbz j n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8458 | where is the man that trembles at the nearness of God to us? when a breach is made, then fear enemies. | where is the man that trembles At the nearness of God to us? when a breach is made, then Fear enemies. | c-crq vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12? c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, av vvb n2. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8459 | Divisions and breaches go before falls of Churches; | Divisions and Breaches go before falls of Churches; | n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8460 | where is that spirit of Iehosaphat, that feared and proclaimed a fast? When God hath begun to smite, what cause is there to fear! | where is that Spirit of Jehoshaphat, that feared and proclaimed a fast? When God hath begun to smite, what cause is there to Fear! | q-crq vbz d n1 pp-f np1, cst vvd cc vvn dt j? c-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi, r-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp n1! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8461 | We have been hurt, and yet not laid it to heart; | We have been hurt, and yet not laid it to heart; | pns12 vhb vbn vvn, cc av xx vvn pn31 p-acp n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8462 | the Lion roars, shall not the people fear? I believe we should not have had those Pequot furies upon us, | the lion roars, shall not the people Fear? I believe we should not have had those Pequot furies upon us, | dt n1 vvz, vmb xx dt n1 n1? pns11 vvb pns12 vmd xx vhi vhn d fw-la n2 p-acp pno12, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8463 | but God saw we began to sleep: | but God saw we began to sleep: | cc-acp np1 vvd pns12 vvd pc-acp vvi: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8464 | Where is the man that, with Paul, knows the terror of the Lord, and hence perswades men? when the enemy is ever about us, there is always cause of fear, | Where is the man that, with Paul, knows the terror of the Lord, and hence persuades men? when the enemy is ever about us, there is always cause of Fear, | c-crq vbz dt n1 cst, p-acp np1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvz n2? c-crq dt n1 vbz av p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbz av n1 pp-f n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8465 | and yet we fear but now and then. | and yet we Fear but now and then. | cc av pns12 vvb p-acp av cc av. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1402 | Page 6 |
8466 | 3. Are not our sences bound up? look upon men in their fields and conversings, buyings and sellings; | 3. are not our Senses bound up? look upon men in their fields and conversings, buyings and sellings; | crd vbr xx po12 n2 vvn a-acp? vvb p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2-vvg, n2-vvg cc n2-vvg; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1403 | Page 6 |
8484 | and these are believed also? and more dreams men have that are never spoken; every man hath some drunken conceit that rocks him asleep; | and these Are believed also? and more dreams men have that Are never spoken; every man hath Some drunken conceit that Rocks him asleep; | cc d vbr vvn av? cc av-dc n2 n2 vhb d vbr av-x vvn; d n1 vhz d j n1 cst n2 pno31 j; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8467 | where is a daily, weekly watchfulness over our thoughts and tongues? Look to mens closets, do men there call themselves to account? can they finde leisure or need of it? are not mens eyes closed up, that the glory of God in the Scripture is a sealed thing? Men have eyes but see not; | where is a daily, weekly watchfulness over our thoughts and tongues? Look to men's closets, do men there call themselves to account? can they find leisure or need of it? Are not men's eyes closed up, that the glory of God in the Scripture is a sealed thing? Men have eyes but see not; | q-crq vbz dt j, j n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2? n1 p-acp ng2 n2, vdb n2 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1? vmb pns32 vvi n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31? vbr xx ng2 n2 vvn a-acp, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j-vvn n1? n2 vhb n2 p-acp vvb xx; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1403 | Page 6 |
8468 | are not mens ears sealed up? Some Sermons men can sleep them out; mans voyce is heard, but not the voyce of the Son of God: | Are not men's ears sealed up? some Sermons men can sleep them out; men voice is herd, but not the voice of the Son of God: | vbr xx ng2 n2 vvd a-acp? d n2 n2 vmb vvi pno32 av; vvz n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1403 | Page 6 |
8469 | Oh how many men are there that become quite Sermon-proof now adays! Are not men blockish, dull, senceless, heavy under all means! | O how many men Are there that become quite Sermonproof now adais! are not men blockish, dull, senseless, heavy under all means! | uh c-crq d n2 vbr pc-acp d vvb av n1 av av! vbr xx n2 j, j, j, j p-acp d n2! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1403 | Page 6 |
8470 | they taste not, smell not, whereas elsewhere, O how lively and spiritual are they! | they taste not, smell not, whereas elsewhere, Oh how lively and spiritual Are they! | pns32 vvb xx, vvb xx, cs av, uh q-crq j cc j vbr pns32! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1403 | Page 6 |
8471 | 4. Is not the spirit of Prayer, that lamp going out in the Church of God? the blessedness of all flourishing Plantations in the world began by means of that, | 4. Is not the Spirit of Prayer, that lamp going out in the Church of God? the blessedness of all flourishing Plantations in the world began by means of that, | crd vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? dt n1 pp-f d j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n2 pp-f d, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8472 | and shall not continue but as it continues; and if ever cause to seek for prosperity of Plantations, these have need. | and shall not continue but as it continues; and if ever cause to seek for Prosperity of Plantations, these have need. | cc vmb xx vvi cc-acp c-acp pn31 vvz; cc cs av n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n2, d vhb n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8473 | If God should take away this generation of Magistracy and Ministery, what would this despised Country do? and what would become of your children? then no Schools for them, | If God should take away this generation of Magistracy and Ministry, what would this despised Country do? and what would become of your children? then no Schools for them, | cs np1 vmd vvi av d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vmd d j-vvn n1 vdb? cc q-crq vmd vvi pp-f po22 n2? cs dx n2 p-acp pno32, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8474 | when no Gospel left among them; | when no Gospel left among them; | c-crq dx n1 vvn p-acp pno32; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8475 | then every mans sword shall be against his brother, and God spreading the place with darkness, which through his presence is made light; | then every men sword shall be against his brother, and God spreading the place with darkness, which through his presence is made Light; | av d ng1 n1 vmb vbi p-acp po31 n1, cc np1 vvg dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn j; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8476 | what little hope of a happy generation after us, when many among us scarce know how to reach their children manners? How apt are we, | what little hope of a happy generation After us, when many among us scarce know how to reach their children manners? How apt Are we, | r-crq j n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno12, c-crq d p-acp pno12 av-j vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi po32 n2 n2? q-crq j vbr pns12, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8477 | like to those Asian Churches, to fall into those very sins which overwhelmed them, and ruined them? how many fall off, | like to those Asian Churches, to fallen into those very Sins which overwhelmed them, and ruined them? how many fallen off, | av-j p-acp d jp n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 r-crq vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32? uh-crq d n1 a-acp, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8478 | and in time break forth, that it would make men sick to hear of their pranks? what place more open to temptations of persecution and worldly delusion? go up and down the Plantations, where is the man that lays things to heart? who hath the condition of the Country written upon his heart, | and in time break forth, that it would make men sick to hear of their pranks? what place more open to temptations of persecution and worldly delusion? go up and down the Plantations, where is the man that lays things to heart? who hath the condition of the Country written upon his heart, | cc p-acp n1 vvi av, cst pn31 vmd vvi n2 j pc-acp vvi pp-f po32 n2? q-crq n1 av-dc j p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1? vvb a-acp cc a-acp dt n2, q-crq vbz dt n1 cst vvz n2 p-acp n1? q-crq vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8479 | and presenting it before the Lord, rather than his own good? Oh men are silent because asleep! | and presenting it before the Lord, rather than his own good? O men Are silent Because asleep! | cc vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1, av-c cs png31 d j? uh n2 vbr j c-acp j! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8480 | How do sins run thorough men as water thorough a mill, and men regard it not? what means, what deliverances have we had! | How do Sins run through men as water through a mill, and men regard it not? what means, what Deliverances have we had! | q-crq vdb n2 vvi p-acp n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n2 vvb pn31 xx? q-crq vvz, r-crq n2 vhb pns12 vhn! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8481 | but oh what little thankfulness? 2. Do we make progress; nay, is not out shadow gone back? I sleep, but my heart waketh; | but o what little thankfulness? 2. Do we make progress; nay, is not out shadow gone back? I sleep, but my heart waketh; | cc-acp uh q-crq j n1? crd vdb pns12 vvi n1; uh-x, vbz xx av n1 vvn av? pns11 vvb, cc-acp po11 n1 vvz; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8482 | it should be so, but it is not so indeed. | it should be so, but it is not so indeed. | pn31 vmd vbi av, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av av. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1404 | Page 6 |
8483 | 5. Have we not fallen a dreaming here? what meaneth else the delusions of mens brains? what a swarm of strange opinions, which (like flies) have gone to the sores of mens heads and hearts, | 5. Have we not fallen a dreaming Here? what means Else the delusions of men's brains? what a swarm of strange opinions, which (like flies) have gone to the sores of men's Heads and hearts, | crd vhb pns12 xx vvn dt vvg av? q-crq vvz av dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2? q-crq dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq (av-j n2) vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2 cc n2, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8508 | Never shall you see Security fall upon a man alone, but it brings its train with it; | Never shall you see Security fallen upon a man alone, but it brings its train with it; | av-x vmb pn22 vvi n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 av-j, cc-acp pn31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pn31; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8485 | dreams are quite contrary to the truths. What meaneth these, if men are not sleeping? First, Drunken dreams of the world. Secondly, golden dreams of grace; | dreams Are quite contrary to the truths. What means these, if men Are not sleeping? First, Drunken dreams of the world. Secondly, golden dreams of grace; | n2 vbr av j-jn p-acp dt n2. q-crq vvz d, cs n2 vbr xx vvg? ord, j n2 pp-f dt n1. ord, j n2 pp-f n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8486 | that these things advance grace which indeed destroy grace; | that these things advance grace which indeed destroy grace; | cst d n2 vvb n1 r-crq av vvb n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8487 | that there is no grace in the Saints, no grace in Christ, no humane Nature, no promise to evidence grace; | that there is no grace in the Saints, no grace in christ, no humane Nature, no promise to evidence grace; | cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n2, dx n1 p-acp np1, dx j n1, dx n1 p-acp n1 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8488 | no Law to be a Rule to them that have received grace: | no Law to be a Rule to them that have received grace: | dx n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vhb vvn n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8489 | Who would think that ever any should so fall by a simple woman? But if this be not general; | Who would think that ever any should so fallen by a simple woman? But if this be not general; | q-crq vmd vvi cst av d vmd av vvi p-acp dt j n1? p-acp cs d vbb xx j; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8490 | yet look how do men begin to dream concerning the world? scarce a man but finds want, or is well; | yet look how do men begin to dream Concerning the world? scarce a man but finds want, or is well; | av vvb c-crq vdb n2 vvb pc-acp vvi vvg dt n1? av-j dt n1 cc-acp vvz n1, cc vbz av; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8491 | if he wants, Oh then, if I had such a lot about me, such an estate, | if he Wants, O then, if I had such a lot about me, such an estate, | cs pns31 vvz, uh av, cs pns11 vhd d dt n1 p-acp pno11, d dt n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8492 | how well then were I? and è contra, They that have it, and now they take their rest: | how well then were I? and è contra, They that have it, and now they take their rest: | c-crq av av vbdr pns11? cc fw-la fw-la, pns32 cst vhb pn31, cc av pns32 vvb po32 n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8493 | Take heed, saith the Lord, your hearts be not overcome with cares; So say I to you. | Take heed, Says the Lord, your hearts be not overcome with Cares; So say I to you. | vvb n1, vvz dt n1, po22 n2 vbb xx vvn p-acp n2; av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1405 | Page 7 |
8494 | 6. Doth not the Lord oft awaken us, yet we fall to sleep again? the Lord awakened us by the Pequot Hornet, | 6. Does not the Lord oft awaken us, yet we fallen to sleep again? the Lord awakened us by the Pequot Hornet, | crd vdz xx dt n1 av vvi pno12, av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi av? dt n1 vvn pno12 p-acp dt fw-la np1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1406 | Page 7 |
8495 | yet what use is there made of that? doth not the Lord oft meet us in an Ordinance, | yet what use is there made of that? does not the Lord oft meet us in an Ordinance, | av q-crq n1 vbz a-acp vvn pp-f d? vdz xx dt n1 av vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1406 | Page 7 |
8496 | but he is soon lost and gone again? Is there a man that hath not had his cross since he came hither, | but he is soon lost and gone again? Is there a man that hath not had his cross since he Come hither, | cc-acp pns31 vbz av vvn cc vvn av? vbz pc-acp dt n1 cst vhz xx vhn po31 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd av, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1406 | Page 7 |
8497 | as loss in cattel and estate, a dear Husband, Childe, Wife dead? a sore and sharp sickness, &c. he hath been exercised with, &c. but do we not sleep still? if it be not thus, it will come; | as loss in cattle and estate, a dear Husband, Child, Wife dead? a soar and sharp sickness, etc. he hath been exercised with, etc. but do we not sleep still? if it be not thus, it will come; | c-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n1, dt j-jn n1, n1, n1 j? dt j cc j n1, av pns31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp, av p-acp vdi pns12 xx vvi av? cs pn31 vbb xx av, pn31 vmb vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1406 | Page 7 |
8498 | fear it for time to come; | Fear it for time to come; | vvb pn31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1406 | Page 7 |
8499 | but if it be thus, then I say no more, but know it, you are in your enemies hand; | but if it be thus, then I say no more, but know it, you Are in your enemies hand; | cc-acp cs pn31 vbb av, cs pns11 vvb av-dx av-dc, cc-acp vvb pn31, pn22 vbr p-acp po22 ng1 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1406 | Page 7 |
8500 | and in such an enemies hand, that if you mourn not under it, will open the door either to the entrance of some gross sin and temptation, | and in such an enemies hand, that if you mourn not under it, will open the door either to the Entrance of Some gross since and temptation, | cc p-acp d dt ng1 n1, cst cs pn22 vvb xx p-acp pn31, vmb vvi dt n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1406 | Page 7 |
8501 | or for some heavy and sudden wrath. It's sufficient for me this day to shew you where your hurt lyeth. SECT. V. HEnce see the reason why men are worse in Virgin-Churches, than in |
or for Some heavy and sudden wrath. It's sufficient for me this day to show you where your hurt lies. SECT. V. HEnce see the reason why men Are Worse in Virgin-Churches, than in polluted places, and why it is so generally; | cc p-acp d j cc j n1. pn31|vbz j p-acp pno11 d n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq po22 n1 vvz. n1. n1 av vvi dt n1 c-crq n2 vbr jc p-acp n2, cs p-acp vvd n2, cc c-crq pn31 vbz av av-j; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1406 | Page 7 |
8502 | Because here are more temptations to make them all slumber and sleep; | Because Here Are more temptations to make them all slumber and sleep; | c-acp av vbr dc n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 d n1 cc vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8503 | here their beds are made soft, here the storms are past, here they are under the shadow, | Here their Beds Are made soft, Here the storms Are past, Here they Are under the shadow, | av po32 n2 vbr vvn j, av dt n2 vbr j, av pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8504 | and out of the sun, and security opens the door for an enemy: | and out of the sun, and security Opens the door for an enemy: | cc av pp-f dt n1, cc n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8505 | No wonder if the City be taken though never so strong, if it grow once secure: | No wonder if the city be taken though never so strong, if it grow once secure: | dx n1 cs dt n1 vbb vvn cs av-x av j, cs pn31 vvb a-acp j: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8506 | no wonder if the world be entred, and men are grown more worldly; and if Satan be entred, and men grow more passionate than ever before; | no wonder if the world be entered, and men Are grown more worldly; and if Satan be entered, and men grow more passionate than ever before; | dx n1 cs dt n1 vbb vvn, cc n2 vbr vvn av-dc j; cc cs np1 vbb vvn, cc n2 vvb av-dc j cs av a-acp; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8509 | when the Husbandmen sleep, tares will be sown, and when the Disciples sleep, temptations will enter; | when the Husbandmen sleep, tares will be sown, and when the Disciples sleep, temptations will enter; | c-crq dt n2 vvb, n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc c-crq dt n2 vvb, n2 vmb vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8510 | This is that which the Lord testifies of his people, Ier. 2. 2, 3, 4. I remember what thou didst in times of streights, in a land not sown; | This is that which the Lord Testifies of his people, Jeremiah 2. 2, 3, 4. I Remember what thou didst in times of straights, in a land not sown; | d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns11 vvb r-crq pns21 vdd2 p-acp n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 xx vvn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8511 | every one that touched you did offend; | every one that touched you did offend; | d pi cst vvd pn22 vdd vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8512 | but in the seventh and eighth verses, when brought to a plentiful Country, they did not so much as say, Where is the Lord that hath done this for us! | but in the seventh and eighth Verses, when brought to a plentiful Country, they did not so much as say, Where is the Lord that hath done this for us! | cc-acp p-acp dt ord cc ord n2, c-crq vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vdd xx av av-d c-acp vvb, q-crq vbz dt n1 cst vhz vdn d p-acp pno12! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8513 | But yet the Lord questions his people for this, What iniquity have you found in me? which question you cannot answer without grief here, or confusion another, day. | But yet the Lord questions his people for this, What iniquity have you found in me? which question you cannot answer without grief Here, or confusion Another, day. | p-acp av dt n1 n2 po31 n1 p-acp d, q-crq n1 vhb pn22 vvn p-acp pno11? r-crq vvb pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 av, cc n1 j-jn, n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8514 | You that are the Lords, often have heard this complaint (for this may be your condition as well as Noah ' s and Lot ' s) but now see the cause of it, | You that Are the lords, often have herd this complaint (for this may be your condition as well as Noah ' s and Lot ' s) but now see the cause of it, | pn22 cst vbr dt n2, av vhb vvn d n1 (c-acp d vmb vbi po22 n1 c-acp av c-acp np1 ' ng1 cc n1 ' ng1) cc-acp av vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8515 | how hard to awake on hour? how hard to walk with God one day? short awakenings you have, | how hard to awake on hour? how hard to walk with God one day? short awakenings you have, | c-crq j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1? q-crq j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 crd n1? j n2 pn22 vhb, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8516 | but long sleeps (this may be your condition for a time) but you cannot continue so for ever if you are the Lords. | but long sleeps (this may be your condition for a time) but you cannot continue so for ever if you Are the lords. | cc-acp av-j vvz (d vmb vbi po22 n1 p-acp dt n1) cc-acp pn22 vmbx vvi av p-acp av cs pn22 vbr dt n2. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 7 |
8517 | But if you do continue so, especially without bemoaning this unto the Lord, 'tis a question whether ever there was that oyl in your vessel, which others have, | But if you do continue so, especially without bemoaning this unto the Lord, it's a question whither ever there was that oil in your vessel, which Others have, | p-acp cs pn22 vdb vvi av, av-j p-acp vvg d p-acp dt n1, pn31|vbz dt n1 cs av a-acp vbds d n1 p-acp po22 n1, r-crq n2-jn vhb, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 8 |
8518 | when not only a mans acts grow worse, but the very spirit of a man degenerates; | when not only a men acts grow Worse, but the very Spirit of a man Degenerates; | c-crq xx av-j dt ng1 n2 vvb av-jc, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 8 |
8519 | when not only the leaves of the Vine fall, but the Vine it self groweth degenerate, and hence continueth so; | when not only the leaves of the Vine fallen, but the Vine it self grows degenerate, and hence Continueth so; | q-crq xx av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb, cc-acp dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz j, cc av vvz av; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 8 |
8520 | this is a sore evidence of a woful state, Ier. 2. 20, 21. When the yoke was upon thy nick, thou saidst, Thou wo•l•st not transgress; | this is a soar evidence of a woeful state, Jeremiah 2. 20, 21. When the yoke was upon thy neck, thou Said, Thou wo•l•st not transgress; | d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vbds p-acp po21 n1, pns21 vvd2, pns21 vm2 xx vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 8 |
8521 | but the Lord hath broken thy •ands; and now thou art becom a strange Vine: | but the Lord hath broken thy •ands; and now thou art become a strange Vine: | cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn po21 n2; cc av pns21 vb2r vvn dt j n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 8 |
8522 | Remember, it will be an heavy indictment against thee, to be good in Mesheck, but base in Sion; to be then worst when the Lord is best. | remember, it will be an heavy indictment against thee, to be good in Meshach, but base in Sion; to be then worst when the Lord is best. | vvb, pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno21, pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvi, p-acp j p-acp np1; pc-acp vbi av js c-crq dt n1 vbz js. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1407 | Page 8 |
8523 | Use 3. Hence see one reason why the Lord pursueth many a Soul with inward terrors and outward sorrows. | Use 3. Hence see one reason why the Lord pursueth many a Soul with inward terrors and outward sorrows. | vvb crd av vvb crd n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz d dt n1 p-acp j n2 cc j n2. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8524 | Those that are fast asleep, because soft speechs cannot awaken them, hence we lay our hands upon them, | Those that Are fast asleep, Because soft speechs cannot awaken them, hence we lay our hands upon them, | d cst vbr av-j j, c-acp j n2 vmbx vvi pno32, av pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno32, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8525 | and sometimes knock them, because this is the way to awaken them, and then they hear; | and sometime knock them, Because this is the Way to awaken them, and then they hear; | cc av vvb pno32, c-acp d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc av pns32 vvb; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8526 | so the Word and Spirit speak to a man, but such soft still winds rock them asleep rather than awaken them; | so the Word and Spirit speak to a man, but such soft still winds rock them asleep rather than awaken them; | av dt n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d j j n2 vvb pno32 j av-c cs vvi pno32; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8527 | hence the Lord layeth his iron hands upon a man, and knocks by blows, and now when affliction is upon you, now you can hear; | hence the Lord Layeth his iron hands upon a man, and knocks by blows, and now when affliction is upon you, now you can hear; | av dt n1 vvz po31 n1 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n2, cc av c-crq n1 vbz p-acp pn22, av pn22 vmb vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8528 | When as the winds and water were ready to tear the ship in pieces, now they enquire, | When as the winds and water were ready to tear the ship in Pieces, now they inquire, | c-crq c-acp dt n2 cc n1 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, av pns32 vvi, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8530 | it is easie to awaken out of natural sleep, but very hard out of spiritual security: | it is easy to awaken out of natural sleep, but very hard out of spiritual security: | pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av pp-f j n1, cc-acp av av-j av pp-f j n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8531 | All the terrors of God on Ionah within and without are little enough; but at last he could hear, and run on his errand. | All the terrors of God on Jonah within and without Are little enough; but At last he could hear, and run on his errand. | d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 a-acp cc a-acp vbr j av-d; cc-acp p-acp ord pns31 vmd vvi, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8532 | Psal. 30. 6, 7. Why did God hide his face from David? he said in prosperity he should not be moved; | Psalm 30. 6, 7. Why did God hide his face from David? he said in Prosperity he should not be moved; | np1 crd crd, crd q-crq vdd np1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1? pns31 vvd p-acp n1 pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8533 | this was the reason of it; the Lord sees you have need of it; seldom shall one see an awakening Christian without inward temptations and terrors, or outward sorrows: | this was the reason of it; the Lord sees you have need of it; seldom shall one see an awakening Christian without inward temptations and terrors, or outward sorrows: | d vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31; dt n1 vvz pn22 vhb n1 pp-f pn31; av vmb crd vvb dt n-vvg np1 p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc j n2: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8534 | Oh consider then if the Lord do meet with thee! consider thy own security thou hast been in, or art apt to fall into! | O Consider then if the Lord do meet with thee! Consider thy own security thou hast been in, or art apt to fallen into! | uh vvb av cs dt n1 vdb vvi p-acp pno21! vvb po21 d n1 pns21 vh2 vbn p-acp, cc n1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8535 | This is the sin you must enquire after and finde out; and do not account it hard, though long, though bitter; | This is the since you must inquire After and find out; and do not account it hard, though long, though bitter; | d vbz dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi av; cc vdb xx vvi pn31 av-j, c-acp av-j, cs j; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8536 | for never greater misery than for the Lord to say Sleep on; it is one of the heaviest Judgements, | for never greater misery than for the Lord to say Sleep on; it is one of the Heaviest Judgments, | c-acp av-x jc n1 cs p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi vvb a-acp; pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt js n2, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8537 | for the Lord to let a man go on in a secure condition without blows; mark therefore unto the end of those blows, to be throughly awakend by them: | for the Lord to let a man go on in a secure condition without blows; mark Therefore unto the end of those blows, to be thoroughly awakened by them: | p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2; vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp pno32: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8538 | For sometimes when the Lord sends them, a man (if they be not very bitter, | For sometime when the Lord sends them, a man (if they be not very bitter, | c-acp av c-crq dt n1 vvz pno32, dt n1 (cs pns32 vbb xx av j, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8539 | if he hath any rest) lays them not to heart, Isa. 42. 25. Fire burnt about him; and in this Country I know not what curse befalls men; | if he hath any rest) lays them not to heart, Isaiah 42. 25. Fire burned about him; and in this Country I know not what curse befalls men; | cs pns31 vhz d n1) vvz pno32 xx p-acp n1, np1 crd crd n1 vvn p-acp pno31; cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb xx r-crq n1 vvz n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8540 | peace makes men secure, and sorow makes men discontented, and sunk, and discouraged, which may be for a fit in a Saint; | peace makes men secure, and sorrow makes men discontented, and sunk, and discouraged, which may be for a fit in a Saint; | n1 vvz n2 j, cc n1 vvz n2 j-vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp dt j p-acp dt n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8541 | but to continue so, this is that Ahab: Oh when as thou feelest the blow, look now that thou dost awaken, | but to continue so, this is that Ahab: O when as thou Feel the blow, look now that thou dost awaken, | cc-acp pc-acp vvi av, d vbz cst np1: uh c-crq p-acp pns21 vv2 dt n1, vvb av cst pns21 vd2 vvi, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8542 | and be thankfull for it, that you met with that you did never reckon upon, viz. to be frighted out of security thereby. SECT. VI. Of Exhortation, |
and be thankful for it, that you met with that you did never reckon upon, viz. to be frighted out of security thereby. SECT. VI. Of Exhortation, TO watch over one Another, by exhorting one Another while it is called to day, Hebrew 3. 13. Let both the Watchmen and Members of Churches do this; | cc vbi j p-acp pn31, cst pn22 vvd p-acp cst pn22 vdd av-x vvi p-acp, n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f n1 av. n1. crd. pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp crd j-jn, p-acp vvg pi j-jn n1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd vvb d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vdb d; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1408 | Page 8 |
8543 | for this is one means appointed by the Lord to preserve the soul from sleeping, 1 Thes. 5. 1, 5, 6. Exhorting one another; as it is in Cities, | for this is one means appointed by the Lord to preserve the soul from sleeping, 1 Thebes 5. 1, 5, 6. Exhorting one Another; as it is in Cities, | p-acp d vbz crd n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvg pi j-jn; c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 8 |
8544 | when the Watch is apt to sleep, they have their companies that are passing up and down the walls the greatest part of the night, | when the Watch is apt to sleep, they have their companies that Are passing up and down the walls the greatest part of the night, | c-crq dt vvb vbz j pc-acp vvi, pns32 vhb po32 n2 cst vbr vvg a-acp cc a-acp dt n2 dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 8 |
8545 | and so they are kept waking; | and so they Are kept waking; | cc av pns32 vbr vvn vvg; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 8 |
8546 | and we shall finde, that as it is in a Town where men are all asleep, one Bell-man, one waking Christian will keep life, | and we shall find, that as it is in a Town where men Are all asleep, one Bellman, one waking Christian will keep life, | cc pns12 vmb vvi, cst c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-crq n2 vbr d j, crd n1, pi vvg np1 vmb vvi n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 8 |
8547 | and spirit, and the power of godliness in many; and when he sleeps, all are fast. | and Spirit, and the power of godliness in many; and when he sleeps, all Are fast. | cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d; cc c-crq pns31 vvz, d vbr j. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 8 |
8548 | Nothing in the world brings security sooner upon men than sleepy company: | Nothing in the world brings security sooner upon men than sleepy company: | pix p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 av-c p-acp n2 cs j n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 8 |
8549 | Officers of Churches watch not over members, nor they one over another, exhorting and crying one unto another to their work, | Officers of Churches watch not over members, nor they one over Another, exhorting and crying one unto Another to their work, | n2 pp-f n2 vvb xx p-acp n2, ccx pns32 pi p-acp n-jn, vvg cc vvg pi p-acp n-jn p-acp po32 n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 9 |
8550 | while it is called to day: Oh then let every man get up, and fall to this work of mutual exhorting! | while it is called to day: O then let every man get up, and fallen to this work of mutual exhorting! | cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1: uh av vvb d n1 vvb a-acp, cc vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f j vvg! | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 9 |
8551 | go and visit one another, go and speak oft to one another; | go and visit one Another, go and speak oft to one Another; | vvb cc vvi pi j-jn, vvb cc vvi av p-acp crd j-jn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 9 |
8552 | and if thou be a childe of the light, see that thou endure not thy fellow servants to sleep in the open day in one duty or another. | and if thou be a child of the Light, see that thou endure not thy fellow Servants to sleep in the open day in one duty or Another. | cc cs pns21 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb cst pns21 vvb xx po21 n1 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 9 |
8553 | Know, if God stirs thee, thou wilt awaken others, 2 Cor. 5. 10. We knowing the terrors of the Lord perswade men. | Know, if God stirs thee, thou wilt awaken Others, 2 Cor. 5. 10. We knowing the terrors of the Lord persuade men. | vvb, cs np1 vvz pno21, pns21 vm2 vvi n2-jn, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvi n2. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1409 | Page 9 |
8554 | 2. Consider thy labor cannot be in vain here; the best mettalled horse needs spurs; others are asleep. | 2. Consider thy labour cannot be in vain Here; the best metaled horse needs spurs; Others Are asleep. | crd np1 po21 n1 vmbx vbi p-acp j av; dt js j-vvn n1 vvz n2; n2-jn vbr j. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1410 | Page 9 |
8555 | You will say if I knew such a sin I would speak, but I dare not. | You will say if I knew such a since I would speak, but I Dare not. | pn22 vmb vvi cs pns11 vvd d dt n1 pns11 vmd vvi, cc-acp pns11 vvb xx. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1411 | Page 9 |
8556 | Answ. It is the case of all the Virgins, they have need of it, Iude 23. Some save with fear, pulling them out of the fire, Matth. 3. 3. Consider this is one part of your Warfare, to keep your watch whereby you may be made conquerors; | Answer It is the case of all the Virgins, they have need of it, Iude 23. some save with Fear, pulling them out of the fire, Matthew 3. 3. Consider this is one part of your Warfare, to keep your watch whereby you may be made conquerors; | np1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2, pns32 vhb n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd d vvi p-acp n1, vvg pno32 av pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 d vbz crd n1 pp-f po22 n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n1 c-crq pn22 vmb vbi vvn n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1412 | Page 9 |
8557 | You complain you have many sins and temptations arising and prevailing; never do they usually prevail, but when you are secure; | You complain you have many Sins and temptations arising and prevailing; never do they usually prevail, but when you Are secure; | pn22 vvb pn22 vhb d n2 cc n2 vvg cc j-vvg; av vdb pns32 av-j vvi, cc-acp c-crq pn22 vbr j; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1413 | Page 9 |
8558 | first the Watch is taken, and then the City is suddenly taken; | First the Watch is taken, and then the city is suddenly taken; | ord dt n1 vbz vvn, cc av dt n1 vbz av-j vvn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1413 | Page 9 |
8559 | now look as Paul, 2 Tim. 4. 6, 7. he hath finished his course, and fought his fight, and now expects the crown; | now look as Paul, 2 Tim. 4. 6, 7. he hath finished his course, and fought his fight, and now expects the crown; | av vvb p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n1, cc av vvz dt n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1413 | Page 9 |
8560 | how can you end your days in peace, that cannot in some measure finde and feel this? The Church is the City of the living God, this is taken, | how can you end your days in peace, that cannot in Some measure find and feel this? The Church is the city of the living God, this is taken, | c-crq vmb pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp n1, cst vmbx p-acp d n1 vvi cc vvi d? dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, d vbz vvn, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1413 | Page 9 |
8561 | and every man in it, unless you be watchful, and exhort one another daily, while it is called to day: | and every man in it, unless you be watchful, and exhort one Another daily, while it is called to day: | cc d n1 p-acp pn31, cs pn22 vbb j, cc vvb pi j-jn j, cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1413 | Page 9 |
8562 | And that I may not speak in the clouds, 4. Their sin will be yours. First, Labor to know the state of thy Brethren whom thou art to exhort; | And that I may not speak in the Clouds, 4. Their since will be yours. First, Labour to know the state of thy Brothers whom thou art to exhort; | cc cst pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n2, crd po32 n1 vmb vbi png22. ord, n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 r-crq pns21 vb2r pc-acp vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1413 | Page 9 |
8563 | what their sleepy neglects be, and sins are; | what their sleepy neglects be, and Sins Are; | q-crq po32 j vvz vbb, cc n2 vbr; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1415 | Page 9 |
8564 | it may be thou hast known one hath been very humble, tender, affected under Ordinances, made many fair shews and promises of growing, | it may be thou hast known one hath been very humble, tender, affected under Ordinances, made many fair shows and promises of growing, | pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vh2 vvn pi vhz vbn av j, j, vvn p-acp n2, vvd d j vvz cc n2 pp-f vvg, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1415 | Page 9 |
8565 | and thriving, and sensibly complaining of his own vileness, and now he is in a silent sleep; | and thriving, and sensibly complaining of his own vileness, and now he is in a silent sleep; | cc j-vvg, cc av-j vvg pp-f po31 d n1, cc av pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1415 | Page 9 |
8566 | Dost thou know this, and wilt not speak a word to awaken him, for whom Christ shed his blood, who it may be will do thee as good a •urn, | Dost thou know this, and wilt not speak a word to awaken him, for whom christ shed his blood, who it may be will do thee as good a •urn, | vd2 pns21 vvi d, cc vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd po31 n1, r-crq pn31 vmb vbi vmb vdi pno21 p-acp j dt n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1415 | Page 9 |
8567 | and make many a prayer for thee? •arnabas when he saw the grace of God, |
and make many a prayer for thee? •arnabas when he saw the grace of God, exhorted them with full purpose of heart to cleave unto him; | cc vvi d dt n1 p-acp pno21? n1 c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd pno32 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1415 | Page 9 |
8568 | much more should you when you see grace dying, 2 Thes. 3. 11. Paul heard that some were idle, them he exhorts to work; | much more should you when you see grace dying, 2 Thebes 3. 11. Paul herd that Some were idle, them he exhorts to work; | d dc vmd pn22 c-crq pn22 vvb n1 vvg, crd np1 crd crd np1 vvd cst d vbdr j, pno32 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1415 | Page 9 |
8570 | Secondly, if you do not know, enquire with a spirit of much love, how it is with them; | Secondly, if you do not know, inquire with a Spirit of much love, how it is with them; | ord, cs pn22 vdb xx vvi, vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno32; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1416 | Page 9 |
8571 | as David of his Brothers when they were gone into the fields; | c-acp np1 pp-f po31 n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1416 | Page 9 | |
8572 | do you not decline, do you not stand still? how have you found your heart since last Sermon, |
do you not decline, do you not stand still? how have you found your heart since last Sermon, Sabbath, Fast, Affliction? have you god any ground against that since you complained of last year? etc. Suppose you cannot do this to all, | vdb pn22 xx vvi, vdb pn22 xx vvi av? q-crq vhb pn22 vvn po22 n1 c-acp ord n1, n1, av-j, n1? vhb pn22 vvn d n1 p-acp d n1 pn22 vvd pp-f vvi n1? av vvb pn22 vmbx vdi d p-acp d, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1416 | Page 9 |
8573 | yet why not to some? Suppose you have no other place than when you meet them in the fields, do it there, Iude 20. Build up your selves, &c. Now here a man must know the height, | yet why not to Some? Suppose you have no other place than when you meet them in the fields, do it there, Iude 20. Built up your selves, etc. Now Here a man must know the height, | av q-crq xx p-acp d? vvb pn22 vhb dx j-jn n1 cs c-crq pn22 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2, vdb pn31 a-acp, np1 crd vvb a-acp po22 n2, av av av dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1416 | Page 9 |
8574 | how high they are built already, how can they lay their stones else? It is one of the heavey curses of God upon the Idol. | how high they Are built already, how can they lay their stones Else? It is one of the heavey curses of God upon the Idol. | c-crq j pns32 vbr vvn av, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi po32 n2 av? pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt n1 n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1416 | Page 9 |
8575 | Shepherd, He shall not visit the hidden, nor seek the young, Zach. 11. 16. | Shepherd, He shall not visit the hidden, nor seek the young, Zach 11. 16. | n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi dt j-vvn, ccx vvb dt j, np1 crd crd | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1416 | Page 9 |
8576 | Thirdly, If thou knowest nothing from them, then relate thy own condition, this is a most lovely provocation, | Thirdly, If thou Knowest nothing from them, then relate thy own condition, this is a most lovely provocation, | ord, cs pns21 vv2 pix p-acp pno32, av vvb po21 d n1, d vbz dt av-ds j n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 9 |
8577 | and exhortation unto another frame, for one great cause that hardeneth men in their security, is because they see no such living Christianity in the world: | and exhortation unto Another frame, for one great cause that Hardeneth men in their security, is Because they see no such living Christianity in the world: | cc n1 p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp pi j n1 cst vvz n2 p-acp po32 n1, vbz c-acp pns32 vvb dx d j-vvg np1 p-acp dt n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 9 |
8578 | But when they do, now (Zach. 8•) many shall take hold of the skirt of a Iew, | But when they do, now (Zach 8•) many shall take hold of the skirt of a Iew, | cc-acp c-crq pns32 vdb, av (np1 n1) d vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 9 |
8579 | for they shall say God is with you; Agrippa was almost perswaded and awakened when he heard Paul relate his conversion; | for they shall say God is with you; Agrippa was almost persuaded and awakened when he herd Paul relate his conversion; | c-acp pns32 vmb vvi np1 vbz p-acp pn22; np1 vbds av vvn cc vvn c-crq pns31 vvd np1 vvb po31 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 9 |
8580 | although there be many impostors in the world that do so, Tell me, are all things in peace with you? the Devil is in you then: | although there be many impostors in the world that do so, Tell me, Are all things in peace with you? the devil is in you then: | cs pc-acp vbb d n2 p-acp dt n1 cst vdb av, vvb pno11, vbr d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pn22? dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22 av: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 9 |
8581 | What? hast no temptations? yet many; Dost not observe how they prevail? yes; | What? hast no temptations? yet many; Dost not observe how they prevail? yes; | q-crq? vh2 dx n2? av d; vd2 xx vvi c-crq pns32 vvi? uh; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 9 |
8582 | dost never get strength against them? yes; | dost never get strength against them? yes; | vd2 av vvi n1 p-acp pno32? uh; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 9 |
8583 | hast no good days after them? yes, much peace and life, and presence of God! Hath the Lord given these talents to thee to be hid in a Napkin, this treasure to keep and not to spend? who knows but that the speaking of these may awaken others? these temptations, | hast no good days After them? yes, much peace and life, and presence of God! Hath the Lord given these Talents to thee to be hid in a Napkin, this treasure to keep and not to spend? who knows but that the speaking of these may awaken Others? these temptations, | vvb dx j n2 p-acp pno32? uh, d n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 vhz dt n1 vvn d n2 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, d n1 pc-acp vvi cc xx pc-acp vvi? q-crq vvz p-acp d dt n-vvg pp-f d vmb vvi n2-jn? d n2, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 10 |
8584 | and this condition is mine, these sins I find he makes a great matter of them; | and this condition is mine, these Sins I find he makes a great matter of them; | cc d n1 vbz png11, d n2 pns11 vvb pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f pno32; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 10 |
8585 | Lord what will become of me that am hardned under them? this peace they finde, my Soul is a stranger to it; Conscience will work thus: | Lord what will become of me that am hardened under them? this peace they find, my Soul is a stranger to it; Conscience will work thus: | n1 r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno11 cst vbm vvn p-acp pno32? d n1 pns32 vvb, po11 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31; n1 vmb vvi av: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 10 |
8586 | Women should speak thus to women, and men to men; others were provoked by the example of the Corinthians, to help others; | Women should speak thus to women, and men to men; Others were provoked by the Exampl of the Corinthians, to help Others; | n2 vmd vvi av p-acp n2, cc n2 p-acp n2; n2-jn vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, pc-acp vvi n2-jn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 10 |
8587 | so there is a provoking power here. Fourthly, If this prevail not, speak often to them, of the sins of others; | so there is a provoking power Here. Fourthly, If this prevail not, speak often to them, of the Sins of Others; | av a-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1 av. ord, cs d vvb xx, vvb av p-acp pno32, pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2-jn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1417 | Page 10 |
8588 | in condemning others you condemn them; and this will make them look about them; view the fields, and shew them the tares that are grown up by security; | in condemning Others you condemn them; and this will make them look about them; view the fields, and show them the tares that Are grown up by security; | p-acp vvg n2-jn pn22 vvi pno32; cc d vmb vvi pno32 vvi p-acp pno32; vvb dt n2, cc vvi pno32 dt n2 cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1418 | Page 10 |
8590 | It may be, you cannot tell certainly, Acts 2. 40. The Lord made this one means to awaken a Belshazzer, Dan. 5. 22. God turned thy Father into a beast, &c. to live in the woods, | It may be, you cannot tell Certainly, Acts 2. 40. The Lord made this one means to awaken a Belshazzar, Dan. 5. 22. God turned thy Father into a beast, etc. to live in the woods, | pn31 vmb vbi, pn22 vmbx vvi av-j, n2 crd crd dt n1 vvd d crd n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 vvd po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1418 | Page 10 |
8591 | yet thou humbledst not thy self, &c. How many Professors doth God deal so withal? | yet thou humbledst not thy self, etc. How many Professors does God deal so withal? | av pns21 vvd2 xx po21 n1, av q-crq d n2 vdz np1 vvi av av? | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1418 | Page 10 |
8592 | Fifthly, Enter into Covenant and brotherly promise to exhort one another, as David and Ionathan; If any hurt be toward David, Ionathan will speak of it, 1 Sam. 20. Some may in Church-fellowship be more nearly knit than others, to call one another to account, to tell one another their fears, to know of one another their progress. | Fifthly, Enter into Covenant and brotherly promise to exhort one Another, as David and Ionathan; If any hurt be towards David, Ionathan will speak of it, 1 Sam. 20. some may in Church fellowship be more nearly knit than Others, to call one Another to account, to tell one Another their fears, to know of one Another their progress. | ord, vvb p-acp n1 cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, c-acp np1 cc np1; cs d n1 vbb p-acp np1, np1 vmb vvi pp-f pn31, crd np1 crd d vmb p-acp n1 vbi av-dc av-j vvn cs n2-jn, pc-acp vvi pi j-jn pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pi j-jn po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pp-f pi j-jn po32 n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1419 | Page 10 |
8593 | Canst not give an account to man? how wilt thou give an account to God of it? I am perswaded many a man lies smoothered to death by means of this. | Canst not give an account to man? how wilt thou give an account to God of it? I am persuaded many a man lies smothered to death by means of this. | vm2 xx vvi dt n1 p-acp n1? q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 pp-f pn31? pns11 vbm vvn d dt n1 vvz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1419 | Page 10 |
8594 | Canst not come to the light of a candle? Oh how then canst thou appear before the light of the Sun. | Canst not come to the Light of a candle? O how then Canst thou appear before the Light of the Sun. | vm2 xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? uh q-crq av vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1419 | Page 10 |
8595 | Sixthly, Provoke one another to frequency in Ordinances, Heb. 10. 23, 24. and therein consider one another; | Sixthly, Provoke one Another to frequency in Ordinances, Hebrew 10. 23, 24. and therein Consider one Another; | j, vvb pi j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp n2, np1 crd crd, crd cc av vvb pi j-jn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1420 | Page 10 |
8596 | dost see thy Brother in doubts or complaints call him to pray with thee; | dost see thy Brother in doubts or complaints call him to pray with thee; | vd2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1420 | Page 10 |
8597 | dost see things go ill in Churches, and men bite the bit? call to fasting and prayer, three or four together, | dost see things go ill in Churches, and men bite the bit? call to fasting and prayer, three or four together, | vd2 vvi n2 vvi j-jn p-acp n2, cc n2 vvb dt n1? vvb p-acp vvg cc n1, crd cc crd av, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1420 | Page 10 |
8598 | as Paul, when he saw the ship sinking, then he exhorted them, Act. 27. 22. Especially when you see danger near mens hearts, ready to be lost in the World: | as Paul, when he saw the ship sinking, then he exhorted them, Act. 27. 22. Especially when you see danger near men's hearts, ready to be lost in the World: | c-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 vvg, cs pns31 vvd pno32, n1 crd crd av-j c-crq pn22 vvb n1 av-j ng2 n2, j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1420 | Page 10 |
8599 | In these times suppose only two, or three, or four should go and pray one half hour together, | In these times suppose only two, or three, or four should go and pray one half hour together, | p-acp d n2 vvb av-j crd, cc crd, cc crd vmd vvi cc vvi pi j-jn n1 av, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1420 | Page 10 |
8600 | and tell one another their wants, now help here; in our times it hath been so, one living Christian helps others dying. | and tell one Another their Wants, now help Here; in our times it hath been so, one living Christian helps Others dying. | cc vvi pi j-jn po32 n2, av vvb av; p-acp po12 n2 pn31 vhz vbn av, pi vvg np1 vvz n2-jn vvg. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1420 | Page 10 |
8601 | But yet how is this neglected, as if men were resolved not only to dye sleeping themselves but to let others sleep also? No, you will say, not my self; | But yet how is this neglected, as if men were resolved not only to die sleeping themselves but to let Others sleep also? No, you will say, not my self; | p-acp av q-crq vbz d vvn, c-acp cs n2 vbdr vvn xx av-j pc-acp vvi vvg px32 p-acp pc-acp vvi n2-jn vvi av? uh-dx, pn22 vmb vvi, xx po11 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1421 | Page 10 |
8602 | yet it may be in your family it is so, and before the Lord. What art alive to God and family, where thou canst do but little common good, | yet it may be in your family it is so, and before the Lord. What art alive to God and family, where thou Canst do but little Common good, | av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp po22 n1 pn31 vbz av, cc p-acp dt n1. q-crq vb2r j p-acp np1 cc n1, c-crq pns21 vm2 vdi cc-acp av-j j j, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1421 | Page 10 |
8603 | and art dead to thy Brother? it is made a sad sign of a man forsaken of God, | and art dead to thy Brother? it is made a sad Signen of a man forsaken of God, | cc n1 j p-acp po21 n1? pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn pp-f np1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1422 | Page 10 |
8604 | if when he thinks he shall sleep his last, and be damned himself, yet he would have others damned also. | if when he thinks he shall sleep his last, and be damned himself, yet he would have Others damned also. | cs c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi po31 ord, cc vbi vvn px31, av pns31 vmd vhi n2-jn j-vvn av. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1422 | Page 10 |
8605 | Tell me, would you have all New England lye in security as well as your selves? No! do you not desire it when you use not the means that prevent it; and that is mutual exhortation; Oh therefore do it; | Tell me, would you have all New England lie in security as well as your selves? No! do you not desire it when you use not the means that prevent it; and that is mutual exhortation; O Therefore do it; | vvb pno11, vmd pn22 vhi d j np1 vvb p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp po22 n2? uh-dx vdb pn22 xx vvi pn31 c-crq pn22 vvb xx dt n2 cst vvb pn31; cc d vbz j n1; uh av vdb pn31; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1422 | Page 10 |
8606 | Ministers may preach, and every man sleep still, unless some awake and rouse up the rest (as some, | Ministers may preach, and every man sleep still, unless Some awake and rouse up the rest (as Some, | n2 vmb vvi, cc d n1 vvi av, cs d j cc vvi a-acp dt n1 (c-acp d, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1422 | Page 10 |
8607 | when others are abed and fast asleep) that lye a dreaming: Some there be, that though Doomsday were to morrow, they would sleep; | when Others Are abed and fast asleep) that lie a dreaming: some there be, that though Doomsday were to morrow, they would sleep; | c-crq n2-jn vbr av cc av-j j) cst vvb dt vvg: d pc-acp vbi, cst cs n1 vbdr p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vvi; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1422 | Page 10 |
8608 | Oh therefore let me perswade some one or two to fall to his work, lest their security prove your undoing; | O Therefore let me persuade Some one or two to fallen to his work, lest their security prove your undoing; | uh av vvb pno11 vvi d crd cc crd pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cs po32 n1 vvi po22 n-vvg; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1422 | Page 10 |
8609 | therefore speak oft one to another, forsake not your assembling, visit one another, pray one for another, warning one another, that you may awake with the Lord one hour. SECT. VII. LEt every man not only exhort his brother, |
Therefore speak oft one to Another, forsake not your assembling, visit one Another, pray one for Another, warning one Another, that you may awake with the Lord one hour. SECT. VII. LEt every man not only exhort his brother, but Fear this himself; | av vvb av crd p-acp n-jn, vvb xx po22 vvg, vvb pi j-jn, vvb pi p-acp n-jn, vvg pi j-jn, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 crd n1. n1. np1. vvb d n1 xx av-j vvi po31 n1, p-acp n1 d px31; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1422 | Page 10 |
8610 | You have a race to run, many enemies to conquer, sleep not lest you fall short, sleep not lest you be taken captive: | You have a raze to run, many enemies to conquer, sleep not lest you fallen short, sleep not lest you be taken captive: | pn22 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, d n2 pc-acp vvi, vvb xx cs pn22 vvb j, vvb xx cs pn22 vbb vvn j-jn: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1423 | Page 11 |
8611 | lest in exhorting others, your selves proves Reptobates: | lest in exhorting Others, your selves Proves Reptobates: | cs p-acp vvg n2-jn, po22 n2 vvz np1: | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1423 | Page 11 |
8612 | I will not tell you what I fear, but Luk. 21. take heed lest your hearts be overcome; | I will not tell you what I Fear, but Luk. 21. take heed lest your hearts be overcome; | pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 r-crq pns11 vvb, cc-acp np1 crd vvb n1 cs po22 n2 vbb vvn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1423 | Page 11 |
8613 | be not drunk with some delight, be not filled with vain cares; Hence, prevent it, as Noah moved with fear made an Ark. | be not drunk with Some delight, be not filled with vain Cares; Hence, prevent it, as Noah moved with Fear made an Ark | vbb xx vvn p-acp d n1, vbb xx vvn p-acp j n2; av, vvb pn31, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp n1 vvd dt np1 | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1423 | Page 11 |
8614 | First, Set a high price upon those awakenings and revivings of heart that God sometimes giveth you; | First, Set a high price upon those awakenings and revivings of heart that God sometime gives you; | ord, vvb dt j n1 p-acp d n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f n1 cst np1 av vvz pn22; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1424 | Page 11 |
8615 | I am sure you finde these sometimes. | I am sure you find these sometime. | pns11 vbm j pn22 vvb d av. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1424 | Page 11 |
8616 | A man that hath nothing to lose, will sleep with his doors open in the night; | A man that hath nothing to loose, will sleep with his doors open in the night; | dt n1 cst vhz pix pc-acp vvi, vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2 j p-acp dt n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1424 | Page 11 |
8617 | when a man hath a treasure he will be watchful to keep it; | when a man hath a treasure he will be watchful to keep it; | c-crq dt n1 vhz dt n1 pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1424 | Page 11 |
8618 | all security comes from an undervaluing of the Spirit of grace, and its presence among us, Prov. 4. 13. keep her, for it is thy life; | all security comes from an undervaluing of the Spirit of grace, and its presence among us, Curae 4. 13. keep her, for it is thy life; | d n1 vvz p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp pno12, np1 crd crd vvi pno31, c-acp pn31 vbz po21 n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1424 | Page 11 |
8619 | and when it is lost, what are you but dead? Secondly, Consider thy continual danger; | and when it is lost, what Are you but dead? Secondly, Consider thy continual danger; | cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, r-crq vbr pn22 p-acp j? ord, vvb po21 j n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1424 | Page 11 |
8620 | if enemies be at the gates, all the Town is watching; | if enemies be At the gates, all the Town is watching; | cs n2 vbb p-acp dt n2, d dt n1 vbz vvg; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1425 | Page 11 |
8621 | one would not think the depth of security that is in a careless heart, Psal. 30. 6. I said I should never be moved; | one would not think the depth of security that is in a careless heart, Psalm 30. 6. I said I should never be moved; | pi vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vvd pns11 vmd av-x vbi vvn; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1425 | Page 11 |
8622 | he had good days and a thankful heart; then God did hide his face: A man would think Sampson should awake when the Philistines are upon him; | he had good days and a thankful heart; then God did hide his face: A man would think Sampson should awake when the philistines Are upon him; | pns31 vhd j n2 cc dt j n1; av np1 vdd vvi po31 n1: dt n1 vmd vvi np1 vmd vvi c-crq dt njp2 vbr p-acp pno31; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1425 | Page 11 |
8623 | but here Devils be upon thee, 1 Pet. 5. 10. If all be well now, yet remember evil days; | but Here Devils be upon thee, 1 Pet. 5. 10. If all be well now, yet Remember evil days; | cc-acp av n2 vbb p-acp pno21, crd np1 crd crd cs d vbb av av, av vvb j-jn n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1425 | Page 11 |
8624 | would you know when? even then when men say peace. Thirdly, Know the work you have to do, and make it your main business; | would you know when? even then when men say peace. Thirdly, Know the work you have to do, and make it your main business; | vmd pn22 vvi c-crq? av av c-crq n2 vvb n1. ord, vvb dt n1 pn22 vhb pc-acp vdi, cc vvi pn31 po22 j n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1425 | Page 11 |
8625 | when men have weighty business of the world in hand, they cannot sleep in their beds; | when men have weighty business of the world in hand, they cannot sleep in their Beds; | c-crq n2 vhb j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp po32 n2; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1426 | Page 11 |
8626 | and as the wicked, Prov. 4. 16. They sleep not without doing mischief; and so 'tis their main work. | and as the wicked, Curae 4. 16. They sleep not without doing mischief; and so it's their main work. | cc c-acp dt j, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb xx p-acp vdg n1; cc av pn31|vbz po32 j n1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1426 | Page 11 |
8627 | Fourthly, Call thy self to account daily, let not thy Soul long go on without reflecting, What do I do? Harts and Hawks kept from sleep lose their wildeness, | Fourthly, Call thy self to account daily, let not thy Soul long go on without reflecting, What do I do? Hearts and Hawks kept from sleep loose their wildness, | ord, vvb po21 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, vvb xx po21 n1 av-j vvi a-acp p-acp vvg, q-crq vdb pns11 vdi? ng1 cc n2 vvn p-acp n1 vvi po32 n1, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1427 | Page 11 |
8629 | So consider the account you must give to God, 2 Cor. 5. 9. with 11. Hence Hag. 1. 5. Sins were upon them, and they repented not; | So Consider the account you must give to God, 2 Cor. 5. 9. with 11. Hence Hag. 1. 5. Sins were upon them, and they repented not; | av vvb dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp crd av np1 crd crd np1 vbdr p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vvd xx; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1427 | Page 11 |
8630 | miseries, and those were not removed; because they considered not their ways, especially before the great Tribunal of God. | misery's, and those were not removed; Because they considered not their ways, especially before the great Tribunal of God. | n2, cc d vbdr xx vvn; c-acp pns32 vvd xx po32 n2, av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1427 | Page 11 |
8631 | I am perswaded the reason why men walk in their sleep, and go dreaming up and down the world, is this, they consider not, | I am persuaded the reason why men walk in their sleep, and go dreaming up and down the world, is this, they Consider not, | pns11 vbm vvn dt n1 c-crq n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1, cc vvb vvg a-acp cc a-acp dt n1, vbz d, pns32 vvb xx, | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1427 | Page 11 |
8632 | nor reflect upon themselves to any purpose; | nor reflect upon themselves to any purpose; | ccx vvi p-acp px32 p-acp d n1; | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1427 | Page 11 |
8633 | what do I? whether go I? no Sermons awaken, you consider not of them. | what do I? whither go I? no Sermons awaken, you Consider not of them. | q-crq vdb pns11? cs vvi pns11? uh-dx n2 vvi, pn22 vvb xx pp-f pno32. | (28) chapter (DIV2) | 1427 | Page 11 |
8634 | CHAP. II. Carnal Security comes by Degrees. SECT. I. THat Carnal Security falls upon the hearts of all men by degrees; | CHAP. II Carnal Security comes by Degrees. SECT. I. THat Carnal Security falls upon the hearts of all men by Degrees; | np1 crd j n1 vvz p-acp n2. n1. np1 cst j n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1427 | Page 12 |
8635 | for all the Virgins Here First slumbered before they slept; they First fallen a winking and nodding (as the word signifies) short sleeps, | p-acp d dt n2 av ord vvd a-acp pns32 vvd; pns32 ord vvi dt n-vvg cc vvg (c-acp dt n1 vvz) j n2, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1428 | Page 12 | |
8636 | and then startle, and awake again, before they fall asleep for a longer time: a Christian is a slumbering Christian before he is a sleeping Christian. | and then startle, and awake again, before they fallen asleep for a longer time: a Christian is a slumbering Christian before he is a sleeping Christian. | cc av vvi, cc vvb av, c-acp pns32 vvb j p-acp dt jc n1: dt njp vbz dt j-vvg np1 c-acp pns31 vbz dt j-vvg njp. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1428 | Page 12 |
8637 | The truth of this may be seen not only in these Virgins, but also in other Examples of security in the Scripture: | The truth of this may be seen not only in these Virgins, but also in other Examples of security in the Scripture: | dt n1 pp-f d vmb vbi vvn xx av-j p-acp d n2, cc-acp av p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1429 | Page 12 |
8638 | As the old World, Gen. 6. 2. They saw the Daughters of men, they let their eyes wander, and their hearts lust. | As the old World, Gen. 6. 2. They saw the Daughters of men, they let their eyes wander, and their hearts lust. | c-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd dt n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vvb po32 n2 vvi, cc po32 ng1 n1. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1429 | Page 12 |
8639 | 2. Then they took them Wives for to solace their hearts in, to please themselves only, and not the Lord; | 2. Then they took them Wives for to solace their hearts in, to please themselves only, and not the Lord; | crd cs pns32 vvd pno32 n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp, pc-acp vvi px32 av-j, cc xx dt n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1430 | Page 12 |
8640 | they ate, drank, gave in marriage; | they ate, drank, gave in marriage; | pns32 vvd, vvd, vvd p-acp n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1430 | Page 12 |
8641 | they came not to that height of wickedness, to commit Adultery, or to live in Whoredom. | they Come not to that height of wickedness, to commit Adultery, or to live in Whoredom. | pns32 vvd xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1430 | Page 12 |
8642 | 3. Then they became fleshly and sensual; spiritual things are out of taste and relish with them. | 3. Then they became fleshly and sensual; spiritual things Are out of taste and relish with them. | crd cs pns32 vvd j cc j; j n2 vbr av pp-f n1 cc vvi p-acp pno32. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1431 | Page 12 |
8643 | 4. Noah Preacheth, and they slight him; he condemns them, and they regard not him. 5. Then God sets a time; | 4. Noah Preacheth, and they slight him; he condemns them, and they regard not him. 5. Then God sets a time; | crd np1 vvz, cc pns32 n1 pno31; pns31 vvz pno32, cc pns32 vvb xx pno31. crd av np1 vvz dt n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1432 | Page 12 |
8644 | no stronger means to awaken than this; and yet they go on; and now they were come to their height. | no Stronger means to awaken than this; and yet they go on; and now they were come to their height. | av-dx jc n2 pc-acp vvi cs d; cc av pns32 vvb p-acp; cc av pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1433 | Page 12 |
8645 | Secondly, The Israelites. Deut. 8. 12. 1. They ate and grew full; here is first spiritual fulness. 2. Blessing themselves, in their estates, herds, flocks. 3. Then proud in heart, vers. 14. 4. Then they forget the Lord, and all that ever he did for them, vers. 14. 5. Then men ascribe all which they have to themselves and creatures, vers. 17. though onely in their heart. 6. Then cleave to other gods, vers. 19. and here lye so fast asleep, till plagues came down upon them. | Secondly, The Israelites. Deuteronomy 8. 12. 1. They ate and grew full; Here is First spiritual fullness. 2. Blessing themselves, in their estates, herds, flocks. 3. Then proud in heart, vers. 14. 4. Then they forget the Lord, and all that ever he did for them, vers. 14. 5. Then men ascribe all which they have to themselves and creatures, vers. 17. though only in their heart. 6. Then cleave to other God's, vers. 19. and Here lie so fast asleep, till plagues Come down upon them. | ord, dt np2. np1 crd crd crd pns32 vvd cc vvd av-j; av vbz ord j n1. crd vvg px32, p-acp po32 n2, n2, n2. crd cs j p-acp n1, fw-la. crd crd cs pns32 vvb dt n1, cc d cst av pns31 vdd p-acp pno32, fw-la. crd crd cs n2 vvb d r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp px32 cc n2, zz. crd c-acp av-j p-acp po32 n1. crd cs vvb p-acp j-jn n2, fw-la. crd cc av vvb av av-j j, c-acp n2 vvd a-acp p-acp pno32. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1434 | Page 12 |
8646 | Solomon saw the sluggards Garden over-grown; | Solomon saw the sluggards Garden overgrown; | np1 vvd dt n2 n1 vvn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1435 | Page 12 |
8647 | now as it is in fields, the weeds do not over-grow all the ground in one day, | now as it is in fields, the weeds do not overgrow all the ground in one day, | av c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, dt n2 vdb xx j d dt n1 p-acp crd n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1435 | Page 12 |
8648 | but they are a long time a growing, but by degrees they overgrow all, that when he awakes (all is so over-grown) he knows not where to begin: So it is here. Be sober, be vigilant; | but they Are a long time a growing, but by Degrees they overgrow all, that when he awakes (all is so overgrown) he knows not where to begin: So it is Here. Be Sobrium, be vigilant; | cc-acp pns32 vbr dt j n1 dt j-vvg, cc-acp p-acp n2 pns32 vvb d, cst c-crq pns31 vvz (d vbz av vvn) pns31 vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi: av pn31 vbz av. vbb j, vbb j; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1435 | Page 12 |
8649 | security is a kind of spiritual drunkenness; a man is not for that time his own man, not a sober man; | security is a kind of spiritual Drunkenness; a man is not for that time his own man, not a Sobrium man; | n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1; dt n1 vbz xx p-acp d n1 po31 d n1, xx dt j n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1436 | Page 12 |
8650 | now this is by frequent and often sipping; a man he is half gone first, and then he is wholly gone; | now this is by frequent and often sipping; a man he is half gone First, and then he is wholly gone; | av d vbz p-acp j cc av vvg; dt n1 pns31 vbz j-jn vvn ord, cc av pns31 vbz av-jn vvn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1436 | Page 12 |
8651 | he hath not presently drunk out all his sences, not dead drunk; So it is here. SECT. II. IN regard of the quickness and power of the life of Conscience; | he hath not presently drunk out all his Senses, not dead drunk; So it is Here. SECT. II IN regard of the quickness and power of the life of Conscience; | pns31 vhz xx av-j vvn av d po31 n2, xx av-j vvn; av pn31 vbz av. n1. crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1436 | Page 12 |
8652 | whether it be a natural Conscience awakened, or a spiritual Conscience awakened; |
whither it be a natural Conscience awakened, or a spiritual Conscience awakened; it is with Conscience as it is with a prisoner in a house; | cs pn31 vbb dt j n1 vvn, cc dt j n1 vvn; pn31 vbz p-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8653 | though all in the house sleep, yet he is bound, he cannot, and hence he is speaking, and will awaken the house; | though all in the house sleep, yet he is bound, he cannot, and hence he is speaking, and will awaken the house; | cs d p-acp dt n1 n1, av pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vmbx, cc av pns31 vbz vvg, cc vmb vvi dt n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8654 | so Conscience hath know, These sins I have watched against, and been humbled for, these duties I have done; | so Conscience hath know, These Sins I have watched against, and been humbled for, these duties I have done; | av n1 vhz vvn, d n2 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp, cc vbn vvn p-acp, d n2 pns11 vhb vdn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8655 | but now, Now saith Conscience, you neglect them, now you are worse, now fallen; | but now, Now Says Conscience, you neglect them, now you Are Worse, now fallen; | cc-acp av, av vvz n1, pn22 vvb pno32, av pn22 vbr jc, av vvn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8656 | now a man startles, espcially when one stands at the door, and calls to Conscience it will awaken; | now a man startles, especially when one Stands At the door, and calls to Conscience it will awaken; | av dt n1 vvz, av-j c-crq pi vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n1 pn31 vmb vvi; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8657 | so when there is a word to call, Conscience will be crying ever and anon within, especially when any hope or leisure to speak with any as they pass by; | so when there is a word to call, Conscience will be crying ever and anon within, especially when any hope or leisure to speak with any as they pass by; | av c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, n1 vmb vbi vvg av cc av a-acp, av-j c-crq d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8658 | so it will take men sometimes in their fields, and talk with them, and chide them: | so it will take men sometime in their fields, and talk with them, and chide them: | av pn31 vmb vvi n2 av p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8659 | Security grows up easily, but the awakening light of conscience cannot be soon done out in any man; | Security grows up Easily, but the awakening Light of conscience cannot be soon done out in any man; | n1 vvz a-acp av-j, cc-acp dt n-vvg n1 pp-f n1 vmbx vbi av vdn av p-acp d n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8660 | hence sometimes a man sleeps, and then awakens again; Hence Rom. 2. 15. Though they had many sins, yet it would accuse and excuse; | hence sometime a man sleeps, and then awakens again; Hence Rom. 2. 15. Though they had many Sins, yet it would accuse and excuse; | av av dt n1 vvz, cc av vvz av; av np1 crd crd cs pns32 vhd d n2, av pn31 vmd vvi cc vvi; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8661 | as those that are come out of their own Country to dwell in another, or from a great estate, in a mean condition, they cannot easily forget their friends and relations, | as those that Are come out of their own Country to dwell in Another, or from a great estate, in a mean condition, they cannot Easily forget their Friends and relations, | c-acp d cst vbr vvn av pp-f po32 d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, cc p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vmbx av-j vvi po32 n2 cc n2, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8662 | but in time it wears away, Prov. 20. 27. Conscience is Gods candle, it will shine, | but in time it wears away, Curae 20. 27. Conscience is God's candle, it will shine, | cc-acp p-acp n1 pn31 vvz av, np1 crd crd n1 vbz ng1 n1, pn31 vmb vvi, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8663 | and is not easily put out. | and is not Easily put out. | cc vbz xx av-j vvi av. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1437 | Page 13 |
8664 | 2. Because the Lord doth never depart from men but by degrees, |
2. Because the Lord does never depart from men but by Degrees, and hence security falls upon men by Degrees; | crd p-acp dt n1 vdz av-x vvi p-acp n2 cc-acp p-acp n2, cc av n1 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1438 | Page 13 |
8665 | when God is near unto men, then usually they be awakened, as the Israelites before the Mount. | when God is near unto men, then usually they be awakened, as the Israelites before the Mount. | c-crq np1 vbz av-j p-acp n2, av av-j pns32 vbi vvn, c-acp dt np1 p-acp dt n1. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1438 | Page 13 |
8666 | Now the Lord to shew the riches of his patience and long suffering, he will not depart suddenly, | Now the Lord to show the riches of his patience and long suffering, he will not depart suddenly, | av dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc j n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi av-j, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1438 | Page 13 |
8667 | and leave the Soul in a dead and sluggish estate. And hence the Cherubims glory Ezek. 9. 10, 11. departed by degrees. | and leave the Soul in a dead and sluggish estate. And hence the Cherubims glory Ezekiel 9. 10, 11. departed by Degrees. | cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1. cc av dt ng1 n1 np1 crd crd, crd vvn p-acp n2. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1438 | Page 13 |
8668 | Isa. 29. 10. with 13. God doth not so deal, as presently to close their eyes quite up, | Isaiah 29. 10. with 13. God does not so deal, as presently to close their eyes quite up, | np1 crd crd p-acp crd np1 vdz xx av vvi, c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 av a-acp, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1438 | Page 13 |
8669 | but they are awakened to draw nigh to God with their lips, which is of God, | but they Are awakened to draw High to God with their lips, which is of God, | cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbz pp-f np1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1438 | Page 13 |
8670 | and then the Lord closeth up their eyes; | and then the Lord closeth up their eyes; | cc av dt n1 vvz a-acp po32 n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1438 | Page 13 |
8671 | never can a man be cast into a deep sleep, till the Lord saith Sleep on, | never can a man be cast into a deep sleep, till the Lord Says Sleep on, | av-x vmb dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1438 | Page 13 |
8672 | or till God close his eyes; and that he doth not presently; as to the Disciples he comes a second and third time. | or till God close his eyes; and that he does not presently; as to the Disciples he comes a second and third time. | cc p-acp np1 av-j po31 n2; cc cst pns31 vdz xx av-j; c-acp p-acp dt n2 pns31 vvz dt ord cc ord n1. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1438 | Page 13 |
8673 | 3. Because this is the most ready way and method for sin and Satan to bring the Soul into a deep sleep, |
3. Because this is the most ready Way and method for since and Satan to bring the Soul into a deep sleep, nay, to make themselves to sleep, which is that he aims At; | crd p-acp d vbz dt av-ds j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, uh, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz cst pns31 vvz p-acp; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8674 | look as it is with those that sell things, their scope is not to put off their commodities, | look as it is with those that fell things, their scope is not to put off their commodities, | vvb c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d cst vvb n2, po32 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8675 | but to put them off so as they may have money or moneys worth for them; | but to put them off so as they may have money or moneys worth for them; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp av c-acp pns32 vmb vhi n1 cc n2 j p-acp pno32; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8676 | so it is here, the scope of Satan is not only to bring men into security, to give them ease and peace, Luk. 11. 21. but to have his money, that the Soul may give it self to it: | so it is Here, the scope of Satan is not only to bring men into security, to give them ease and peace, Luk. 11. 21. but to have his money, that the Soul may give it self to it: | av pn31 vbz av, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi cc n1, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp vhi po31 n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1 p-acp pn31: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8677 | Now as it is in buying of Fruits, Sugars, Wines or Strong-waters, they will not buy all presently, | Now as it is in buying of Fruits, Sugars, Wines or Strong-waters, they will not buy all presently, | av c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp vvg pp-f n2, n2, n2 cc n2, pns32 vmb xx vvi d av-j, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8678 | nor buy before they see and taste, they know not whether tis good or no, or whether they shall need it all or no: | nor buy before they see and taste, they know not whither this good or no, or whither they shall need it all or no: | ccx vvi p-acp pns32 vvb cc vvi, pns32 vvb xx cs pn31|vbz j cc uh-dx, cc cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 d cc dx: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8679 | So here, to lie in such a secure condition, as to neglect all means, to be hardned after all sins, this Satan will not offer, not will men buy, | So Here, to lie in such a secure condition, as to neglect all means, to be hardened After all Sins, this Satan will not offer, not will men buy, | av av, pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt j n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi d n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, d np1 vmb xx vvi, xx n1 n2 vvi, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8680 | or give themselves to this, they know not whether this be good or no, less will serve them; | or give themselves to this, they know not whither this be good or no, less will serve them; | cc vvi px32 p-acp d, pns32 vvb xx cs d vbb j cc uh-dx, dc vmb vvi pno32; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8681 | and hence taste first a little slumber and sleep, and so call for a little and a litle more until a man is a beggar, Prov. 6. 10. as at first in Paradise; | and hence taste First a little slumber and sleep, and so call for a little and a little more until a man is a beggar, Curae 6. 10. as At First in Paradise; | cc av vvb ord dt j n1 cc n1, cc av vvb p-acp dt j cc dt j av-dc p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp ord p-acp n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8682 | first look, then taste, then eat; so here. SECT. III. | First look, then taste, then eat; so Here. SECT. III. | ord vvb, cs n1, av vvb; av av. n1. np1. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1439 | Page 13 |
8683 | DO not think you are out of a state of carnal security, because you have many times some quickenings and revivings of heart, | DO not think you Are out of a state of carnal security, Because you have many times Some quickenings and revivings of heart, | vdb xx vvi pn22 vbr av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp pn22 vhb d n2 d n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1440 | Page 13 |
8684 | because they may be onely awakenings between thy slumbers, which like slashes suddenly come and suddenly go again, which make thee startle, | Because they may be only awakenings between thy slumbers, which like slashes suddenly come and suddenly go again, which make thee startle, | c-acp pns32 vmb vbi j n2-vvg p-acp po21 n2, r-crq j n2 av-j vvn cc av-j vvi av, r-crq vvb pno21 vvi, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1440 | Page 14 |
8685 | and rub thy eyes, and stir up they self, but down you fall again; whereever life is in a Christian, it is ever acting for spiritual ends; | and rub thy eyes, and stir up they self, but down you fallen again; wherever life is in a Christian, it is ever acting for spiritual ends; | cc vvb po21 n2, cc vvi a-acp pns32 n1, cc-acp a-acp pn22 vvb av; c-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt njp, pn31 vbz av vvg p-acp j n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1440 | Page 14 |
8686 | a man will awaken first with God in the morning, and go first to him in prayer (extraordinary occasions not preventing) and he will go from his prayer to his work, not as doing his own work, | a man will awaken First with God in the morning, and go First to him in prayer (extraordinary occasions not preventing) and he will go from his prayer to his work, not as doing his own work, | dt n1 vmb vvi ord p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi ord p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 (j n2 xx vvg) cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, xx c-acp vdg png31 d n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1440 | Page 14 |
8687 | but as doing the Lords work, howing, plowing, sowing for him, &c. Now when the life of Christ doth not act in men, | but as doing the lords work, howing, plowing, sowing for him, etc. Now when the life of christ does not act in men, | cc-acp p-acp vdg dt n2 vvb, vvg, vvg, vvg p-acp pno31, av av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp n2, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1440 | Page 14 |
8688 | and act men, it is either because there is no life at all, but onely the awakening of Conscience which soon dieth, | and act men, it is either Because there is no life At all, but only the awakening of Conscience which soon Dieth, | cc vvi n2, pn31 vbz av-d c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d, cc-acp av-j dt n-vvg pp-f n1 r-crq av vvz, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1440 | Page 14 |
8689 | or else that living Christian slumbereth at least then; slumber is upon thee though sleep is not; | or Else that living Christian Slumbereth At least then; slumber is upon thee though sleep is not; | cc av d j-vvg np1 vvz p-acp ds av; n1 vbz p-acp pno21 cs n1 vbz xx; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1440 | Page 14 |
8690 | make it out else any other way. Object. If so (you will say) who is not then sleeping? | make it out Else any other Way. Object. If so (you will say) who is not then sleeping? | vvb pn31 av av d j-jn n1. n1. cs av (pn22 vmb vvi) r-crq vbz xx av vvg? | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1440 | Page 14 |
8691 | Answ. Take Lot whilst vexed with the Sodomites, he awakens; | Answer Take Lot while vexed with the Sodomites, he awakens; | np1 vvb n1 cs vvn p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvz; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8692 | take Paul while tossed up and down in disgraces and reproaches, his inward man is renewed day by day, though the outward man die. | take Paul while tossed up and down in disgraces and Reproaches, his inward man is renewed day by day, though the outward man die. | vvb np1 cs vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, po31 j n1 vbz vvn n1 p-acp n1, cs dt j n1 vvi. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8693 | The Saints have some kinde of sleeps when they are at their best; but these are sick sleeps; | The Saints have Some kind of sleeps when they Are At their best; but these Are sick sleeps; | dt n2 vhb d n1 pp-f n2 c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp po32 js; cc-acp d vbr j n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8694 | but thine are sweet sleeps to thee. | but thine Are sweet sleeps to thee. | cc-acp po21 vbr j n2 p-acp pno21. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8695 | I know Christ may say to his Disciples, Watch and pray, temptations may be near, but their eyes may be heavy; | I know christ may say to his Disciples, Watch and pray, temptations may be near, but their eyes may be heavy; | pns11 vvb np1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2, vvb cc vvb, n2 vmb vbi j, p-acp po32 n2 vmb vbi j; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8696 | the Spirit may be willing, the flesh weak; | the Spirit may be willing, the Flesh weak; | dt n1 vmb vbi j, dt n1 j; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8697 | and that it is infinite mercy the Lord will awaken them, a first and a second time it may be by Sabbath awakenings, &c. Many cannot tell what to make of themselves, | and that it is infinite mercy the Lord will awaken them, a First and a second time it may be by Sabbath awakenings, etc. Many cannot tell what to make of themselves, | cc cst pn31 vbz j n1 dt n1 vmb vvi pno32, dt ord cc dt ord n1 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 n2, av d vmbx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f px32, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8698 | because of their drowsiness and Gospel-slumber: | Because of their drowsiness and Gospel-slumber: | c-acp pp-f po32 n1 cc n1: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8699 | Methinks this may break thy heart, Cannot you awaken one hour? know therefore your sin; | Methinks this may break thy heart, Cannot you awaken one hour? know Therefore your since; | vvz d vmb vvi po21 n1, vmbx pn22 vvi crd n1? vvb av po22 n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8700 | It is a hard thing to be fully awakened, to have all heaviness to sleep taken away; | It is a hard thing to be Fully awakened, to have all heaviness to sleep taken away; | pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, pc-acp vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi vvn av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8701 | the Lord hath taken you here alone to himself, you do by fits watch and pray, | the Lord hath taken you Here alone to himself, you do by fits watch and pray, | dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 av av-j p-acp px31, pn22 vdb p-acp n2 vvi cc vvb, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8702 | but it is onely as men asleep, not awake: The Son of man is betrayed, Christ, and Gospel, and Ordinances; | but it is only as men asleep, not awake: The Son of man is betrayed, christ, and Gospel, and Ordinances; | cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j p-acp n2 j, xx j: dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, np1, cc n1, cc n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8703 | and can you find in your heart now to sleep? Oh therefore shake off your slumbers and short sleeps, |
and can you find in your heart now to sleep? O Therefore shake off your slumbers and short sleeps, lest you fallen to sleep; | cc vmb pn22 vvi p-acp po22 n1 av pc-acp vvi? uh av vvb a-acp po22 n2 cc j n2, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1442 | Page 14 |
8704 | and for sleeping, be awakened by some direful blow; | and for sleeping, be awakened by Some direful blow; | cc p-acp vvg, vbi vvn p-acp d j n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8705 | Look upon those men Isa. 29. 10. God hath closed their eyes, that is a fearful thing; | Look upon those men Isaiah 29. 10. God hath closed their eyes, that is a fearful thing; | vvb p-acp d n2 np1 crd crd np1 vhz vvn po32 n2, cst vbz dt j n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8706 | look upon many professors, all their savor, and heart, and life is gone almost, and they know not that they be asleep, not all means cannot awaken them, or unseal their minds again; | look upon many professors, all their savour, and heart, and life is gone almost, and they know not that they be asleep, not all means cannot awaken them, or unseal their minds again; | vvb p-acp d n2, d po32 n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbz vvn av, cc pns32 vvb xx cst pns32 vbb j, xx d n2 vmbx vvi pno32, cc vvi po32 n2 av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8707 | God knows how far you may fall, if you give way to a little; | God knows how Far you may fallen, if you give Way to a little; | np1 vvz c-crq av-j pn22 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vvb n1 p-acp dt j; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8708 | especially if God takes away Ministers from you, and that the Elders that have known the works of God be gathered to their Fathers; | especially if God Takes away Ministers from you, and that the Elders that have known the works of God be gathered to their Father's; | av-j cs np1 vvz av n2 p-acp pn22, cc cst dt n2-jn cst vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp po32 n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8709 | especially if you know it, and yet go on in your slumbers; if you will not awaken when God crys and calls, you shall slumber and sleep; | especially if you know it, and yet go on in your slumbers; if you will not awaken when God cries and calls, you shall slumber and sleep; | av-j cs pn22 vvb pn31, cc av vvb a-acp p-acp po22 n2; cs pn22 vmb xx vvi c-crq np1 vvz cc vvz, pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8710 | like the Smiths dog, the harder the Master strikes, the faster the dog sleeps, being used to it. | like the Smiths dog, the harder the Master strikes, the faster the dog sleeps, being used to it. | av-j dt ng1 n1, dt jc dt n1 vvz, dt jc dt n1 vvz, vbg vvn p-acp pn31. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8712 | but he lost all life and heat again, and he prayed, and desired the Lord to keep him, | but he lost all life and heat again, and he prayed, and desired the Lord to keep him, | cc-acp pns31 vvd d n1 cc n1 av, cc pns31 vvd, cc vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8713 | and yet decayed, but he could not tell the reason thereof; at last the Word began to grow common, and he slept there also; | and yet decayed, but he could not tell the reason thereof; At last the Word began to grow Common, and he slept there also; | cc av vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 av; p-acp ord dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi j, cc pns31 vvd a-acp av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8714 | Conscience told him there was some evil toward him which he feared, yet still slept, and continued so; | Conscience told him there was Some evil towards him which he feared, yet still slept, and continued so; | n1 vvd pno31 a-acp vbds d n-jn p-acp pno31 r-crq pns31 vvd, av av vvn, cc vvd av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8715 | notwithstanding his fears would thus awaken him oft; | notwithstanding his fears would thus awaken him oft; | p-acp po31 n2 vmd av vvi pno31 av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8716 | at last an affliction came, he regarded not that, but was impatient and froward under it, till at last all he had was gone, | At last an affliction Come, he regarded not that, but was impatient and froward under it, till At last all he had was gone, | p-acp ord dt n1 vvd, pns31 vvd xx d, cc-acp vbds j cc j p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp ord d pns31 vhd vbds vvn, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8717 | and then he looked about him; when his house was burnt, he was asleep; he prayed, but lost all by sleeping when he should watch; so security grew upon him; | and then he looked about him; when his house was burned, he was asleep; he prayed, but lost all by sleeping when he should watch; so security grew upon him; | cc av pns31 vvd p-acp pno31; c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn, pns31 vbds j; pns31 vvd, cc-acp vvd d p-acp vvg c-crq pns31 vmd vvi; av n1 vvd p-acp pno31; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8718 | and hence, no wonder misery met him: | and hence, no wonder misery met him: | cc av, dx n1 n1 vvd pno31: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8719 | Oh! take heed therefore of giving way, liberty, or toleration to a sleeping profession, and your slumbering Religion: | Oh! take heed Therefore of giving Way, liberty, or toleration to a sleeping profession, and your slumbering Religion: | uh vvb n1 av pp-f vvg n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc po22 j-vvg n1: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8720 | as men will not tolerate Ceremonies, because they are the fruitful seed of the body of Popery; so here, &c. SECT. IV. Quest. | as men will not tolerate Ceremonies, Because they Are the fruitful seed of the body of Popery; so Here, etc. SECT. IV. Quest. | c-acp n2 vmb xx vvi n2, c-acp pns32 vbr dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; av av, av n1. np1 n1. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1443 | Page 14 |
8721 | WHat are the first degrees of this spiritual slumber? | WHat Are the First Degrees of this spiritual slumber? | q-crq vbr dt ord n2 pp-f d j n1? | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1444 | Page 15 |
8722 | Answ. 1. When men have lost the satisfying sense of the blessed face and love of God; | Answer 1. When men have lost the satisfying sense of the blessed face and love of God; | np1 crd c-crq n2 vhb vvn dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8723 | when hypocrites have lost the imaginary sight of it, and Saints the real enjoyment of it, Psal. 17. ul•. I shall be satisfied when I awake with thine image; | when Hypocrites have lost the imaginary sighed of it, and Saints the real enjoyment of it, Psalm 17. ul•. I shall be satisfied when I awake with thine image; | c-crq n2 vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc n2 dt j n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd n1. pns11 vmb vbi vvn c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp po21 n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8724 | sleep first shews it self in closing up of a mans eyes that he seeth not any thing about him; | sleep First shows it self in closing up of a men eyes that he sees not any thing about him; | vvb ord vvz pn31 n1 p-acp vvg a-acp pp-f dt ng1 n2 cst pns31 vvz xx d n1 p-acp pno31; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8725 | hence, something else contents, and must do it when you feed not daily on the Lords love; | hence, something Else contents, and must do it when you feed not daily on the lords love; | av, pi av vvz, cc vmb vdi pn31 c-crq pn22 vvb xx av-j p-acp dt n2 vvb; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8726 | and when that, then vain cares and thoughts ( Luk. 21. 34.) overcome a man, | and when that, then vain Cares and thoughts (Luk. 21. 34.) overcome a man, | cc c-crq d, av j n2 cc n2 (np1 crd crd) vvb dt n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8727 | and then he groweth a very worldling, as if he had hope of no other portion; | and then he grows a very worldling, as if he had hope of no other portion; | cc av pns31 vvz dt j n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd n1 pp-f dx j-jn n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8728 | hence no mind after spiritual good things; | hence no mind After spiritual good things; | av dx n1 p-acp j j n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8729 | hence he sleeps at Sermons, hence he falls out into passion, and discontent with his present condition, | hence he sleeps At Sermons, hence he falls out into passion, and discontent with his present condition, | av pns31 vvz p-acp n2, av pns31 vvz av p-acp n1, cc n-jn p-acp po31 j n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8730 | nay, with every other thing when any cross comes: Because these things are sweet to you, and God is not, when discontented; | nay, with every other thing when any cross comes: Because these things Are sweet to you, and God is not, when discontented; | uh-x, p-acp d j-jn n1 c-crq d n1 vvz: c-acp d n2 vbr j p-acp pn22, cc np1 vbz xx, c-crq j-vvn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8731 | the Lord keep my soul from entring into thy secrets; Oh consider it if you have had sence of the Lords love in Sacraments! | the Lord keep my soul from entering into thy secrets; O Consider it if you have had sense of the lords love in Sacraments! | dt n1 vvb po11 n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po21 n2-jn; uh vvb pn31 cs pn22 vhb vhn n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb p-acp n2! | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8732 | and some new doubts arise, and you are not satisfied with it; now look to your selves; | and Some new doubts arise, and you Are not satisfied with it; now look to your selves; | cc d j n2 vvb, cc pn22 vbr xx vvn p-acp pn31; av vvb p-acp po22 n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8733 | it is impossible a Christian should do any work without rest. Now as bodily feeding causeth rest, so doth spiritual feeding, spiritual rest; | it is impossible a Christian should do any work without rest. Now as bodily feeding Causes rest, so does spiritual feeding, spiritual rest; | pn31 vbz j dt njp vmd vdi d n1 p-acp n1. av c-acp j n-vvg vvz n1, av vdz j n1, j n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8775 | what a tattered profession is there, that men come to be the shame of Christ, not his glory! | what a tattered profession is there, that men come to be the shame of christ, not his glory! | q-crq dt j-vvn n1 vbz a-acp, cst n2 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, xx po31 n1! | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1450 | Page 16 |
8734 | feed and rest here, and it will make you fall to your work; feed not here, rest not here, and you will in something else; | feed and rest Here, and it will make you fallen to your work; feed not Here, rest not Here, and you will in something Else; | vvb cc vvi av, cc pn31 vmb vvi pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n1; vvb xx av, vvb xx av, cc pn22 vmb p-acp pi av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8735 | and carnal rest will bring carnal neglect. | and carnal rest will bring carnal neglect. | cc j n1 vmb vvi j n1. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1445 | Page 15 |
8736 | 2. When men have lost all fear of the wrath to come, and the terror of God another day; | 2. When men have lost all Fear of the wrath to come, and the terror of God Another day; | crd c-crq n2 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 j-jn n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8737 | not always a fear that I shall bear, but a dreadful apprehension what it is. | not always a Fear that I shall bear, but a dreadful apprehension what it is. | xx av dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi, cc-acp dt j n1 r-crq pn31 vbz. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8738 | Many Christians lose the sense of Gods love, yet the Lord keeps them in the sense of his anger, and so they are awake; | Many Christians loose the sense of God's love, yet the Lord keeps them in the sense of his anger, and so they Are awake; | av-d np1 vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc av pns32 vbr j; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8739 | but when both are gone, or this is gone, then there is and cannot but be the first security. | but when both Are gone, or this is gone, then there is and cannot but be the First security. | cc-acp c-crq d vbr vvn, cc d vbz vvn, cs pc-acp vbz cc vmbx p-acp vbi dt ord n1. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8740 | For as it is with children, when their eyes are open to see and consider the things of the world, | For as it is with children, when their eyes Are open to see and Consider the things of the world, | p-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, c-crq po32 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8741 | now they are begun to be awakned; | now they Are begun to be awakened; | av pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8742 | I never look upon a Christian fully awakened till now, that the Lord lets him see the things of another world; | I never look upon a Christian Fully awakened till now, that the Lord lets him see the things of Another world; | pns11 av-x vvi p-acp dt njp av-j vvn p-acp av, cst dt n1 vvz pno31 vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8743 | and when this is lost he begins to sleep, 2 Cor. 5. 9. with 11. 2 Pet. 3. 11. 12. Some securelings thought all things were past; | and when this is lost he begins to sleep, 2 Cor. 5. 9. with 11. 2 Pet. 3. 11. 12. some securelings Thought all things were passed; | cc c-crq d vbz vvn pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, crd np1 crd crd p-acp crd crd np1 crd crd crd d n2 vvd d n2 vbdr vvn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8744 | No (saith he) there is a time a coming when all things shall be dissolved; | No (Says he) there is a time a coming when all things shall be dissolved; | dx (vvz pns31) pc-acp vbz dt n1 dt n-vvg c-crq d n2 vmb vbi vvn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8745 | what manner of persons then should we be ! | what manner of Persons then should we be! | r-crq n1 pp-f n2 av vmd pns12 vbi! | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8746 | Hence this being lost, men fear not sin, men prize not mercy, men wonder not if ever they escape; | Hence this being lost, men Fear not since, men prize not mercy, men wonder not if ever they escape; | av d vbg vvn, n2 vvb xx n1, n2 vvb xx n1, n2 vvb xx cs av pns32 vvb; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8747 | hence men live and hang between doubt and fear, never make sure, because they know not what Gods wrath is: | hence men live and hang between doubt and Fear, never make sure, Because they know not what God's wrath is: | av n2 vvb cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, av-x vvb j, c-acp pns32 vvb xx r-crq ng1 n1 vbz: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8748 | Nay, lastly, hence nothing awakens them, that though they know their misery, yet they will go on (the highest degree of spiritual security) Oh then keep these thoughts awake! | Nay, lastly, hence nothing awakens them, that though they know their misery, yet they will go on (the highest degree of spiritual security) O then keep these thoughts awake! | uh-x, ord, av pix vvz pno32, cst cs pns32 vvb po32 n1, av pns32 vmb vvi a-acp (dt js n1 pp-f j n1) uh av vvb d n2 vvb! | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8749 | what it is to be forsaken of God! what it is to grapple with him! 3. When men have lost their foresight, and hence provide not against an evil day; | what it is to be forsaken of God! what it is to grapple with him! 3. When men have lost their foresight, and hence provide not against an evil day; | q-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1 r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31! crd c-crq n2 vhb vvn po32 n1, cc av vvb xx p-acp dt j-jn n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1446 | Page 15 |
8750 | when Christians keep their profession, and go on sweetly in their course, but to lay up for after-claps, that they do not, | when Christians keep their profession, and go on sweetly in their course, but to lay up for afterclaps, that they do not, | c-crq np1 vvb po32 n1, cc vvb a-acp av-j p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp j, cst pns32 vdb xx, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 15 |
8751 | when Christians like Grashoppers sing all the summer, but what have they to live upon in the winter time? the Ant can learn them that, Prov. 6. 6. Go to the Ant thou sluggard, that provideth her meat in the summer; | when Christians like Grasshoppers sing all the summer, but what have they to live upon in the winter time? the Ant can Learn them that, Curae 6. 6. Go to the Ant thou sluggard, that Provideth her meat in the summer; | c-crq np1 av-j n2 vvi d dt n1, cc-acp q-crq vhb pns32 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 n1? dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 d, np1 crd crd vvb p-acp dt n1 pns21 n1, cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 15 |
8752 | the Ant by a secret instinct (though simple and little) considereth there will be a winter, | the Ant by a secret instinct (though simple and little) Considereth there will be a winter, | dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 (cs j cc j) vvz pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 15 |
8753 | and that summer is her gathering time; | and that summer is her gathering time; | cc d n1 vbz po31 j-vvg n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 15 |
8754 | so a Christian, if awakened (though simple) will be taught to do something which may serve him, not only now, but hereafter also; | so a Christian, if awakened (though simple) will be taught to do something which may serve him, not only now, but hereafter also; | av dt njp, cs vvn (c-acp j) vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vdi pi r-crq vmb vvi pno31, xx av-j av, cc-acp av av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 15 |
8774 | when the Soul denies it self most: But when men not breaking through the difficulty finde not the sweet of it, Lord! | when the Soul Denies it self most: But when men not breaking through the difficulty find not the sweet of it, Lord! | c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 n1 av-ds: cc-acp c-crq n2 xx vvg p-acp dt n1 vvb xx dt j pp-f pn31, n1! | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1450 | Page 16 |
8755 | when men in times of peace and enjoyment of Ordinances never fear, muchless provide for that time, that all these treasures shall be taken away and carried to the King of Babel, Isa. 39. when men in their life time think not of setting the house and heart in order before the evil day, | when men in times of peace and enjoyment of Ordinances never Fear, muchless provide for that time, that all these treasures shall be taken away and carried to the King of Babel, Isaiah 39. when men in their life time think not of setting the house and heart in order before the evil day, | c-crq n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 av-x vvb, j vvb p-acp d n1, cst d d n2 vmb vbi vvn av cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd c-crq n2 p-acp po32 n1 n1 vvb xx pp-f vvg dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 16 |
8756 | when men are not that now which they would wish themselves to be another day, | when men Are not that now which they would wish themselves to be Another day, | c-crq n2 vbr xx d av r-crq pns32 vmd vvi px32 pc-acp vbi j-jn n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 16 |
8757 | when men lay not up treasures of tears and prayers in heaven, nor are provident for eternity, no• think this will be my peace, | when men lay not up treasures of tears and Prayers in heaven, nor Are provident for eternity, no• think this will be my peace, | c-crq n2 vvb xx p-acp n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, ccx vbr j p-acp n1, n1 vvb d vmb vbi po11 n1, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 16 |
8758 | nay my glory another day, though I lose now; men will lay up treasures on earth, and provide for themselves and theirs; | nay my glory Another day, though I loose now; men will lay up treasures on earth, and provide for themselves and theirs; | uh-x po11 n1 j-jn n1, cs pns11 vvb av; n2 vmb vvi a-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp px32 cc png32; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 16 |
8759 | hence their hearts are lost here, and lay in nothing spiritual for the future, Prov. 10. 5. he that gathereth in harvest doth right (but a sluggard will not) his heart and mind is taken up to provide this and that for future; | hence their hearts Are lost Here, and lay in nothing spiritual for the future, Curae 10. 5. he that gathereth in harvest does right (but a sluggard will not) his heart and mind is taken up to provide this and that for future; | av po32 n2 vbr vvn av, cc vvd p-acp pix j p-acp dt j-jn, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 vdz vvi (p-acp dt n1 vmb xx) po31 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi d cc cst p-acp n-jn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 16 |
8760 | and hence 'tis that the Christian is full of sorrow and tears in times of peace; | and hence it's that the Christian is full of sorrow and tears in times of peace; | cc av pn31|vbz d dt njp vbz j pp-f n1 cc n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 16 |
8761 | but when the day of trouble comes, he can lift up his head (now redemption draws nigh) when another in times of trouble hath most terrors, | but when the day of trouble comes, he can lift up his head (now redemption draws High) when Another in times of trouble hath most terrors, | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp po31 n1 (av n1 vvz av-j) q-crq j-jn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vhz av-ds n2, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 16 |
8762 | because the one was not laying up against another day, as the other did. | Because the one was not laying up against Another day, as the other did. | c-acp dt pi vbds xx vvg a-acp p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp dt n-jn vdd. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1447 | Page 16 |
8763 | 4. When men go to prayer without receiving any answer, now a man begins to slumber, Prov. 13. 4. men that are fast asleep speak not all, | 4. When men go to prayer without receiving any answer, now a man begins to slumber, Curae 13. 4. men that Are fast asleep speak not all, | crd c-crq n2 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp vvg d n1, av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd n2 cst vbr av-j j vvb xx d, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1448 | Page 16 |
8764 | but when awake a little they speak a little, and then sleep, and then awake, and sleep again; | but when awake a little they speak a little, and then sleep, and then awake, and sleep again; | cc-acp c-crq j dt j pns32 vvb dt j, cc av vvb, cc av vvb, cc vvi av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1448 | Page 16 |
8765 | so men pray and sleep again; | so men pray and sleep again; | av n2 vvb cc vvi av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1448 | Page 16 |
8766 | it is a deep slumber also when men shall beg for bread and money, and then fall a sleep constantly, and so lie down satisfied: Oh take heed of this! | it is a deep slumber also when men shall beg for bred and money, and then fallen a sleep constantly, and so lie down satisfied: O take heed of this! | pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 av c-crq n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, cc av vvb dt n1 av-j, cc av vvb a-acp vvn: uh vvb n1 pp-f d! | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1448 | Page 16 |
8767 | Hence comes First, Snarling at God. Secondly, Heartlesness to the duty. Thirdly, Formality in it. Fourthly, Prophaness of course at last. | Hence comes First, Snarling At God. Secondly, Heartlessness to the duty. Thirdly, Formality in it. Fourthly, Profaneness of course At last. | av vvz ord, vvg p-acp np1. ord, n1 p-acp dt n1. ord, n1 p-acp pn31. ord, n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ord. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1448 | Page 16 |
8768 | 5. When men do gain something from the Lord in the use of means, but now stand still they go no further; | 5. When men do gain something from the Lord in the use of means, but now stand still they go no further; | crd c-crq n2 vdb vvi pi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp av vvb av pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1449 | Page 16 |
8769 | they lose not what they had, but they gain no more; they grow not, Matth. 25. 26. Thou evil and slothful servant; | they loose not what they had, but they gain no more; they grow not, Matthew 25. 26. Thou evil and slothful servant; | pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vhd, cc-acp pns32 vvb av-dx av-dc; pns32 vvb xx, np1 crd crd pns21 n-jn cc j n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1449 | Page 16 |
8770 | that hid his talent, and did not imploy it; | that hid his talon, and did not employ it; | cst vvd po31 n1, cc vdd xx vvi pn31; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1449 | Page 16 |
8771 | and here is usually the beginning of a mans fall, when (like one in a journey) he goes not forward or backward, | and Here is usually the beginning of a men fallen, when (like one in a journey) he Goes not forward or backward, | cc av vbz av-j dt n-vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1, c-crq (av-j pi p-acp dt n1) pns31 vvz xx av-j cc av-j, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1449 | Page 16 |
8772 | but stands still, and so falls, Prov. 18. 9. 6. When men do duties that are easie, but when any difficulty is in them, | but Stands still, and so falls, Curae 18. 9. 6. When men do duties that Are easy, but when any difficulty is in them, | cc-acp vvz av, cc av vvz, np1 crd crd crd c-crq n2 vdb n2 cst vbr j, cc-acp c-crq d n1 vbz p-acp pno32, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1449 | Page 16 |
8773 | now they fall down asleep, Prov. 20. 4. and 12. 27. and hence beg the sweet and gain of Christianity: it's sown in difficult duties; | now they fallen down asleep, Curae 20. 4. and 12. 27. and hence beg the sweet and gain of Christianity: it's sown in difficult duties; | av pns32 vvb a-acp j, np1 crd crd cc crd crd cc av vvb dt j cc n1 pp-f np1: pn31|vbz vvn p-acp j n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1450 | Page 16 |
8776 | It's easie to pray, and outwardly to fast, but yet to have a whole heart in the work is hard: | It's easy to pray, and outwardly to fast, but yet to have a Whole heart in the work is hard: | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, cc av-j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1450 | Page 16 |
8777 | it is easie to cleave to the Lord when quickened; but when God forsakes you, now more than ever to cleave to him, is difficult. | it is easy to cleave to the Lord when quickened; but when God forsakes you, now more than ever to cleave to him, is difficult. | pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq vvd; cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz pn22, av dc cs av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, vbz j. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1450 | Page 16 |
8778 | 7. When men fear not the danger of little sins; they are not asleep, yet so as not to fear great sins; but in a slumber; | 7. When men Fear not the danger of little Sins; they Are not asleep, yet so as not to Fear great Sins; but in a slumber; | crd c-crq n2 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f j n2; pns32 vbr xx j, av av c-acp xx pc-acp vvi j n2; cc-acp p-acp dt n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1451 | Page 16 |
8779 | and hence however they fear not lesser sins, hence come to commit them, hence also to be hardned under them: | and hence however they Fear not lesser Sins, hence come to commit them, hence also to be hardened under them: | cc av c-acp pns32 vvb xx jc n2, av vvb pc-acp vvi pno32, av av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1451 | Page 16 |
8780 | Many complain of hard hearts, but consider, is not this the reason of it? you fear not sinful thoughts, | Many complain of hard hearts, but Consider, is not this the reason of it? you Fear not sinful thoughts, | d vvb pp-f j n2, cc-acp vvb, vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f pn31? pn22 vvb xx j n2, | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1451 | Page 16 |
8781 | nor carelesness in your Christian course; your slumber is now upon you; thy Conscience startles at Whoredom, but not at a wanton word; | nor carelessness in your Christian course; your slumber is now upon you; thy Conscience startles At Whoredom, but not At a wanton word; | ccx n1 p-acp po22 njp n1; po22 n1 vbz av p-acp pn22; po21 n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc-acp xx p-acp dt j-jn n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1451 | Page 16 |
8782 | or playing upon the Sabbath, but unprepatedness for it that's nothing; sin in a manner with thee; | or playing upon the Sabbath, but unprepatedness for it that's nothing; since in a manner with thee; | cc vvg p-acp dt n1, cc-acp n1 p-acp pn31 cst|vbz pix; n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno21; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1451 | Page 16 |
8783 | the reason is, because spiritual slumber is upon thee. | the reason is, Because spiritual slumber is upon thee. | dt n1 vbz, c-acp j n1 vbz p-acp pno21. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1451 | Page 16 |
8784 | 8. When men are deceived and deluded by appearances, or colours, as the Israelites when the Gibeonites came to them; | 8. When men Are deceived and deluded by appearances, or colours, as the Israelites when the Gibeonites Come to them; | crd c-crq n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp n2, cc n2, c-acp dt np1 c-crq dt np1 vvd p-acp pno32; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 16 |
8785 | confident of themselves, but deceived as the men of Ai by stratagems; if ever your Souls be hurt, it will be by appearances; | confident of themselves, but deceived as the men of Ai by stratagems; if ever your Souls be hurt, it will be by appearances; | j pp-f px32, cc-acp vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt p-acp n2; cs av po22 n2 vbb vvn, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 16 |
8786 | if ever this Country receive a blow, it will be by appearances; error will creep in by appearances; | if ever this Country receive a blow, it will be by appearances; error will creep in by appearances; | cs av d n1 vvi dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n2; n1 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp n2; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 16 |
8787 | the most vile wickedness hath been found to be hatcht under fairest colours: | the most vile wickedness hath been found to be hatched under Fairest colours: | dt av-ds j n1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp js n2: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 16 |
8788 | If ever any shall come under an appearance of piety, and promise of protection, safety, liberty, onely your Government must be a little altered; | If ever any shall come under an appearance of piety, and promise of protection, safety, liberty, only your Government must be a little altered; | cs av d vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, av-j po22 n1 vmb vbi dt j vvn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 16 |
8789 | slumber here, and you shall sleep in your enemies arms; | slumber Here, and you shall sleep in your enemies arms; | n1 av, cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2 vvz; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 17 |
8790 | Grace, and the love of Christ and the Spirit (the fairest colours under the sun) may be pretended; | Grace, and the love of christ and the Spirit (the Fairest colours under the sun) may be pretended; | n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 (dt js n2 p-acp dt n1) vmb vbi vvn; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 17 |
8791 | but if you shall receive under this appearance, that God witnesseth his love, first, by an absolute promise, where neither grace nor life is seen; take heed there; | but if you shall receive under this appearance, that God Witnesseth his love, First, by an absolute promise, where neither grace nor life is seen; take heed there; | cc-acp cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cst np1 vvz po31 n1, ord, p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dx n1 ccx n1 vbz vvn; vvb n1 a-acp; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 17 |
8792 | for under this appearance you may as well bring in immediate Revelations, and from thence come to forsake the Scriptures: | for under this appearance you may as well bring in immediate Revelations, and from thence come to forsake the Scriptures: | c-acp p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb a-acp av vvi p-acp j n2, cc p-acp av vvb pc-acp vvi dt n2: | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 17 |
8793 | and then no wonder if men fall to deny all foundations in Christianity, and Scripture also; | and then no wonder if men fallen to deny all foundations in Christianity, and Scripture also; | cc av dx n1 cs n2 vvb pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp np1, cc n1 av; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 17 |
8794 | take heed of meer appearances of repentance in evil members, be not deceived there: Never was the world more full of craft; | take heed of mere appearances of Repentance in evil members, be not deceived there: Never was the world more full of craft; | vvb n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n2, vbb xx vvn a-acp: av-x vbds dt n1 av-dc j pp-f n1; | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 17 |
8795 | be not laid asleep with appearances of truth: Thus you see the point opened. Stop security when it is risen to your anckles, lest you be drowned in it, and perish in it afterward. | be not laid asleep with appearances of truth: Thus you see the point opened. Stop security when it is risen to your ankles, lest you be drowned in it, and perish in it afterwards. | vbb xx vvn j p-acp n2 pp-f n1: av pn22 vvb dt n1 vvd. n1 n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31 av. | (29) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 17 |
8814 | and maintains that as long as he can; so it is with men: | and maintains that as long as he can; so it is with men: | cc vvz cst a-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb; av pn31 vbz p-acp n2: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1456 | Page 18 |
8796 | CHAP. III. Security the last Sin of good and bad. SECT. I. THat carnal security is sometimes the last sin which doth surprise |
CHAP. III. Security the last since of good and bad. SECT. I. THat carnal security is sometime the last since which does surprise and overcome the hearts of good and bad, wise and foolish in Virgin-Churches. | np1 np1. n1 dt ord n1 pp-f j cc j. n1. np1 cst j n1 vbz av dt ord n1 r-crq vdz vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f j cc j, j cc j p-acp n2. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1452 | Page 17 |
8797 | That as it is said, That the last enemy that shall be destroyed is death; | That as it is said, That the last enemy that shall be destroyed is death; | cst p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, cst dt ord n1 cst vmb vbi vvn vbz n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8798 | so this death, like sleeping, is one of the last enemies that surpriseth the souls of the wise, but Christ doth destroy it; | so this death, like sleeping, is one of the last enemies that surpriseth the Souls of the wise, but christ does destroy it; | av d n1, av-j vvg, vbz pi pp-f dt ord n2 cst vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc-acp np1 vdz vvi pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8799 | and of the foolish, but it destroyeth them: Thus it was here with the Virgins; | and of the foolish, but it Destroyeth them: Thus it was Here with the Virgins; | cc pp-f dt j, cc-acp pn31 vvz pno32: av pn31 vbds av p-acp dt n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8800 | what was their sin that were ready with their Lamps burning, waiting for the Bridegroom? you see the wise polluted with no sin, till they fell down by Security (the foolish were wanting to get oyl in their vessels before) but this they fell last into: | what was their since that were ready with their Lamps burning, waiting for the Bridegroom? you see the wise polluted with no since, till they fell down by Security (the foolish were wanting to get oil in their vessels before) but this they fell last into: | r-crq vbds po32 n1 cst vbdr j p-acp po32 n2 vvg, vvg p-acp dt n1? pn22 vvb dt j vvn p-acp dx n1, c-acp pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp n1 (dt j vbdr vvg pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp) cc-acp d pns32 vvd ord p-acp: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8801 | What into open prophaness, or othe foul corruptions? No, but they all slumbered and slept, and we read of no sin after till the Bridegroom came; | What into open profaneness, or other foul corruptions? No, but they all slumbered and slept, and we read of no since After till the Bridegroom Come; | r-crq p-acp j n1, cc n-jn j n2? uh-dx, cc-acp pns32 d vvd cc vvn, cc pns12 vvb pp-f dx n1 p-acp p-acp dt n1 vvd; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8802 | many sins indeed there be, which like branches bud from the root, but this is the main: | many Sins indeed there be, which like branches bud from the root, but this is the main: | d n2 av pc-acp vbi, r-crq j n2 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d vbz dt j: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8803 | And therefore look upon the next Parable, you shall see this again confirmed, to shew the certainty of this point; | And Therefore look upon the next Parable, you shall see this again confirmed, to show the certainty of this point; | cc av vvb p-acp dt ord n1, pn22 vmb vvi d av vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8804 | the servant that hid his talent, vers. 26. is called an evil servant; why, what evil did he? he did not lavish it (as the Prodigal) upon others, not lose it; | the servant that hid his talon, vers. 26. is called an evil servant; why, what evil did he? he did not lavish it (as the Prodigal) upon Others, not loose it; | dt n1 cst vvd po31 n1, fw-la. crd vbz vvn dt j-jn n1; c-crq, q-crq j-jn vdd pns31? pns31 vdd xx j fw-la (c-acp dt n-jn) p-acp ng2-jn, xx vvi pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8805 | but he did not use it, sluggishness was his sin; hence (saith Christ) thou evill and slothful servant. | but he did not use it, sluggishness was his since; hence (Says christ) thou evil and slothful servant. | cc-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31, n1 vbds po31 n1; av (vvz np1) pns21 n-jn cc j n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8806 | And hence the thorny ground flourished and grew, and suffered; all persecutions could not consume them; | And hence the thorny ground flourished and grew, and suffered; all persecutions could not consume them; | cc av dt j n1 vvn cc vvd, cc vvd; d n2 vmd xx vvi pno32; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8807 | what was their sin? Mark 4. 12. compared with Luk. 21. 34. it was the cares of the world; | what was their since? Mark 4. 12. compared with Luk. 21. 34. it was the Cares of the world; | r-crq vbds po32 n1? vvb crd crd vvn p-acp np1 crd crd pn31 vbds dt n2 pp-f dt n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8808 | they began to dream (strange fancies came before sleeping) and the pillow of their security was some worldly content: | they began to dream (strange fancies Come before sleeping) and the pillow of their security was Some worldly content: | pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi (j n2 vvd p-acp vvg) cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbds d j n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8809 | And this is the reason why Christ and the Apostles are also exceeding pressing to watchfulness; | And this is the reason why christ and the Apostles Are also exceeding pressing to watchfulness; | cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 cc dt n2 vbr av av-vvg vvg p-acp n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8810 | because this is the sin that Saints are ready to fall into after they have seen Christs love and care; | Because this is the since that Saints Are ready to fallen into After they have seen Christ love and care; | c-acp d vbz dt n1 cst n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp c-acp pns32 vhb vvn npg1 n1 cc n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8811 | and because this is the sin the wicked will fall into, and their last sin; it will be just preceding their last plague; | and Because this is the since the wicked will fallen into, and their last since; it will be just preceding their last plague; | cc c-acp d vbz dt n1 dt j vmb vvi p-acp, cc po32 ord n1; pn31 vmb vbi j vvg po32 ord n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 17 |
8812 | and hence the Apostle exhorts, Oh sleep not you, &c. 1 Thess. 5. 1, 2, 5, 6. Let me open this thus: SECT. II. | and hence the Apostle exhorts, O sleep not you, etc. 1 Thess 5. 1, 2, 5, 6. Let me open this thus: SECT. II | cc av dt n1 vvz, uh vvb xx pn22, av vvn np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd vvb pno11 vvi d av: n1. crd | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1454 | Page 18 |
8813 | VVE must know that the Lord in subduing a sinner to the obedience of himself, it is with him as with an enemy in a City, there are many strong holds of sin, to which he retires and resists, 2 Cor. 10. 4, 5. and when one is down he flieth for shelter into another, | WE must know that the Lord in subduing a sinner to the Obedience of himself, it is with him as with an enemy in a city, there Are many strong holds of since, to which he retires and resists, 2 Cor. 10. 4, 5. and when one is down he flies for shelter into Another, | pns12 vmb vvi d dt n1 p-acp j-vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31, pn31 vbz p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbr d j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc q-crq pi vbz a-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1456 | Page 18 |
8815 | Or as it is with divers fruits, they have their several seasons of growing, and then of withering; so it is here; | Or as it is with diverse fruits, they have their several seasons of growing, and then of withering; so it is Here; | cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j n2, pns32 vhb po32 j n2 pp-f vvg, cc av pp-f vvg; av pn31 vbz av; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1456 | Page 18 |
8816 | according to the several seasons of a mans life, so are his lusts growing and decaying; | according to the several seasons of a men life, so Are his Lustiest growing and decaying; | vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1, av vbr po31 n2 vvg cc vvg; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1456 | Page 18 |
8817 | there are the first and the last ripe fruits. | there Are the First and the last ripe fruits. | pc-acp vbr dt ord cc dt ord j n2. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1456 | Page 18 |
8818 | First, Take a man that is born and bred up to some years, man is a sociable creature, | First, Take a man that is born and bred up to Some Years, man is a sociable creature, | ord, vvb dt n1 cst vbz vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, n1 vbz dt j n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8819 | and it is a misery to live and be alone; hence the first evil he usually chuseth is evil and loose company; | and it is a misery to live and be alone; hence the First evil he usually chooseth is evil and lose company; | cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vbi j; av dt ord n-jn pns31 av-j vvz vbz j-jn cc j n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8820 | his lusts are grown up to some years, and now he desireth a match for them, | his Lustiest Are grown up to Some Years, and now he Desires a match for them, | po31 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, cc av pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8821 | and first he chuseth a companion; and Satan hath a mighty hand in this; | and First he chooseth a Companion; and Satan hath a mighty hand in this; | cc ord pns31 vvz dt n1; cc np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp d; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8822 | because as the Lord when he first sends to do his work, he sends two by two to animate and strengthen one another in the work; | Because as the Lord when he First sends to do his work, he sends two by two to animate and strengthen one Another in the work; | c-acp c-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 ord vvz pc-acp vdi po31 n1, pns31 vvz crd p-acp crd pc-acp vvi cc vvi pi j-jn p-acp dt n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8823 | so Satan doth first joyn hand in hand together that men might corrupt one another, and harden one another in wickedness; | so Satan does First join hand in hand together that men might corrupt one Another, and harden one Another in wickedness; | av np1 vdz ord vvi n1 p-acp n1 av d n2 vmd vvi pi j-jn, cc vvi pi j-jn p-acp n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8824 | this (I say) is the first usually; hence Ephes. 2. 2. and Prov. 2. 12. Wisdom first keeps from the evil man; | this (I say) is the First usually; hence Ephesians 2. 2. and Curae 2. 12. Wisdom First keeps from the evil man; | d (pns11 vvb) vbz dt ord av-j; av np1 crd crd cc np1 crd crd n1 ord vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8825 | and this sin is for a time the dearest sin; | and this since is for a time the dearest since; | cc d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 dt js-jn n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8826 | for here he meets with some pastimes, mirth, and so much love from them, that he loves this last more than all the friends he hath (though they disswade him;) more than all the Sabbaths of God, and hence he prophanes them; | for Here he meets with Some pastimes, mirth, and so much love from them, that he loves this last more than all the Friends he hath (though they dissuade him;) more than all the Sabbaths of God, and hence he profanes them; | c-acp av pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, n1, cc av d n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns31 vvz d vvb av-dc cs d dt n2 pns31 vhz (c-acp pns32 vvi pno31;) av-dc cs d dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av pns31 vvz pno32; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8827 | more than Christ himself, and hence when he hath many times purposes of turning to God, his company with-holds him. | more than christ himself, and hence when he hath many times Purposes of turning to God, his company withholds him. | av-dc cs np1 px31, cc av c-crq pns31 vhz d n2 n2 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, po31 n1 vvz pno31. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1457 | Page 18 |
8828 | Secondly, Continuing long in this sin, at last he comes to fall into the sin of lust, | Secondly, Continuing long in this since, At last he comes to fallen into the since of lust, | ord, vvg av-j p-acp d n1, p-acp ord pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1458 | Page 18 |
8829 | and from men he looks to women, and this is as deat to him as his right eye; | and from men he looks to women, and this is as Deat to him as his right eye; | cc p-acp n2 pns31 vvz p-acp n2, cc d vbz p-acp j-jn p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 j-jn n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1458 | Page 18 |
8830 | it may be God keeps him from the act of Whoredom, but wanton looks, lascivious thoughts, speculative uncleanness, self-pollution (which he commits when the candles are out, | it may be God keeps him from the act of Whoredom, but wanton looks, lascivious thoughts, speculative uncleanness, self-pollution (which he commits when the Candles Are out, | pn31 vmb vbi n1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp j-jn n2, j n2, j n1, n1 (r-crq pns31 vvz c-crq dt n2 vbr av, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1458 | Page 18 |
8831 | and none but God sees) and yet God spares him; and this follows him to the Church, to the streets, whiles he is awake, nay, | and none but God sees) and yet God spares him; and this follows him to the Church, to the streets, while he is awake, nay, | cc pix p-acp np1 vvz) cc av np1 vvz pno31; cc d vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2, cs pns31 vbz j, uh-x, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1458 | Page 18 |
8832 | when asleep, and thinks it is no sin for a time, or if he doth, Oh the horror that he hath sometimes for it! | when asleep, and thinks it is no since for a time, or if he does, O the horror that he hath sometime for it! | c-crq j, cc vvz pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc cs pns31 vdz, uh dt n1 cst pns31 vhz av c-acp pn31! | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1458 | Page 18 |
8833 | Scholars of Westminster have been derected from twelve or fourteen years of age to live in this sin. This is the second: | Scholars of Westminster have been directed from twelve or fourteen Years of age to live in this since. This is the second: | ng1 pp-f np1 vhb vbn vvn p-acp crd cc crd n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. d vbz dt ord: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1458 | Page 18 |
8834 | Hence Prov. 2. 16. first wisdom keepes from the evill man, next from evil women. Thirdly, It may be a man marrieth, and then this sin is out of season; | Hence Curae 2. 16. First Wisdom keeps from the evil man, next from evil women. Thirdly, It may be a man Marrieth, and then this since is out of season; | av np1 crd crd ord n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, ord p-acp j-jn n2. ord, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vvz, cc av d n1 vbz av pp-f n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1458 | Page 18 |
8835 | now therefore another comes in its place, and that is, immoderate love of, and dropsie desires after the world, | now Therefore Another comes in its place, and that is, immoderate love of, and dropsy Desires After the world, | av av j-jn vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc d vbz, j n1 pp-f, cc n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1459 | Page 18 |
8836 | and the wealth of it, for now charge is like to encrease, and it is a shame to walk in rags; | and the wealth of it, for now charge is like to increase, and it is a shame to walk in rags; | cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp av n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi, cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1459 | Page 18 |
8837 | and hence now a man begins to look upon the estates of others, and to admire at them, | and hence now a man begins to look upon the estates of Others, and to admire At them, | cc av av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1459 | Page 18 |
8838 | and then he looks upon what he hath, and what labor, care, and providence in a saving way may bring him unto; | and then he looks upon what he hath, and what labour, care, and providence in a Saving Way may bring him unto; | cc av pns31 vvz p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz, cc r-crq n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt vvg n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1459 | Page 18 |
8839 | and hence burieth himself alive in the earth, and feeds upon clods of earth, and uncertain hopes. | and hence burieth himself alive in the earth, and feeds upon clods of earth, and uncertain hope's. | cc av vvz px31 j p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc j n2. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1459 | Page 18 |
8840 | And this is the next sin which grows up (though I know some men will not come to this) but I speak of them that go on in the fairest way; | And this is the next since which grows up (though I know Some men will not come to this) but I speak of them that go on in the Fairest Way; | cc d vbz dt ord n1 r-crq vvz a-acp (cs pns11 vvb d n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp d) p-acp pns11 vvb pp-f pno32 cst vvb a-acp p-acp dt js n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1459 | Page 18 |
8841 | hence Heb. 13. 4, 5. Whoremongers God will judge; then let your conversation be without covetousness, that follows. | hence Hebrew 13. 4, 5. Whoremongers God will judge; then let your Conversation be without covetousness, that follows. | av np1 crd crd, crd n2 np1 vmb vvi; cs vvb po22 n1 vbb p-acp n1, cst vvz. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1459 | Page 18 |
8842 | Fourthly, It may be at last God terrifies this mans Conscience, and he begins to see What profiteth it me to win the whole world and to lose my own soul? hence falls now to take up another profession, to hang out another flag, | Fourthly, It may be At last God terrifies this men Conscience, and he begins to see What profiteth it me to win the Whole world and to loose my own soul? hence falls now to take up Another profession, to hang out Another flag, | ord, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp ord np1 vvz d ng1 n1, cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi q-crq vvz pn31 pno11 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 cc pc-acp vvi po11 d n1? av vvz av pc-acp vvi a-acp j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi av j-jn n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8843 | and to lead a new life; and now pride in spiritual excellencies is his sin; when glory in worldly wealth dyes, pride in spiritual glory lives: | and to led a new life; and now pride in spiritual excellencies is his since; when glory in worldly wealth dies, pride in spiritual glory lives: | cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1; cc av n1 p-acp j n2 vbz po31 n1; c-crq n1 p-acp j n1 vvz, n1 p-acp j n1 vvz: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8844 | There were divers of the Heathen contemned the world, yet pust up with pride in their morality; | There were diverse of the Heathen contemned the world, yet pust up with pride in their morality; | pc-acp vbdr j pp-f dt j-jn vvd dt n1, av vmb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8845 | hence Chuse no novice Bishop, lest he be puffed up, and fall into the condemnation of the Devil. | hence Choose no novice Bishop, lest he be puffed up, and fallen into the condemnation of the devil. | av vvb dx n1 n1, cs pns31 vbb vvn a-acp, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8846 | Now Lets of mind come in when he performs duties publickly, openly; | Now Lets of mind come in when he performs duties publicly, openly; | av vvz pp-f n1 vvn p-acp c-crq pns31 vvz n2 av-j, av-j; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8847 | and now he hungers after the honor of men, and sets himself to sale for it: | and now he hunger's After the honour of men, and sets himself to sale for it: | cc av pns31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvz px31 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8848 | Oh, saith Saul, honor me! When he had confessed his coveting of the cattel; but pride stuck in him still: | O, Says Saul, honour me! When he had confessed his coveting of the cattle; but pride stuck in him still: | uh, vvz np1, vvb pno11! c-crq pns31 vhd vvn po31 vvg pp-f dt n2; cc-acp n1 vvd p-acp pno31 av: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8849 | And when he doth duties privately, he rests in them, and accounts highly of himself for them, | And when he does duties privately, he rests in them, and accounts highly of himself for them, | cc c-crq pns31 vdz n2 av-j, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz av-j pp-f px31 p-acp pno32, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8850 | though they neither bring him to Christ, but estrange him from Christ. | though they neither bring him to christ, but estrange him from christ. | cs pns32 dx vvi pno31 p-acp np1, cc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp np1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8851 | Hence Christ chargeth, when you do alms, do not onely do it not to be seen of men, | Hence christ charges, when you do alms, do not only do it not to be seen of men, | av np1 vvz, c-crq pn22 vdb n2, vdb xx av-j vdi pn31 xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8852 | but let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doth; take no delight in this: | but let not thy left hand know what thy right hand does; take no delight in this: | cc-acp vvb xx po21 j n1 vvb r-crq po21 j-jn n1 vdz; vvb dx n1 p-acp d: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8853 | This was Simons sin, Act. 8. he seeing the gifts of the Apostles, would give any money for them; | This was Simons since, Act. 8. he seeing the Gifts of the Apostles, would give any money for them; | d vbds np1 n1, n1 crd pns31 vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2, vmd vvi d n1 p-acp pno32; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8854 | these gifts are sweeter now than money; hence such fall to some soul opinions and crotchets; | these Gifts Are Sweeten now than money; hence such fallen to Some soul opinions and crotchets; | d n2 vbr jc av cs n1; av d n1 p-acp d n1 n2 cc n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8855 | they can interpret Revelations, and ascend to the Ministry, and be the forwardest in a Town, | they can interpret Revelations, and ascend to the Ministry, and be the forwardest in a Town, | pns32 vmb vvi n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vbb dt js p-acp dt n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8856 | but when to do publick service, respect is gone, their love is gone. | but when to do public service, respect is gone, their love is gone. | cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vdi j n1, n1 vbz vvn, po32 n1 vbz vvn. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1460 | Page 19 |
8881 | it is a kinde of spiritual death, Ephes. 5. 14. though in the Saints it is not death eternal. | it is a kind of spiritual death, Ephesians 5. 14. though in the Saints it is not death Eternal. | pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, np1 crd crd a-acp p-acp dt n2 pn31 vbz xx n1 j. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1463 | Page 20 |
8857 | Fifthly, When this is dying in the Saints, and fallen down in Hypocrites, now sloth is the last thing that takes hold upon them, and this is sweet; | Fifthly, When this is dying in the Saints, and fallen down in Hypocrites, now sloth is the last thing that Takes hold upon them, and this is sweet; | ord, c-crq d vbz vvg p-acp dt n2, cc vvn a-acp p-acp n2, av n1 vbz dt ord n1 cst vvz n1 p-acp pno32, cc d vbz j; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1461 | Page 19 |
8858 | What is the honor of men? what is this base world? now sloth and sleep is sweet. | What is the honour of men? what is this base world? now sloth and sleep is sweet. | q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2? q-crq vbz d j n1? av n1 cc n1 vbz j. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1461 | Page 19 |
8859 | Now a man first ceaseth acting, and this gives rest; and now being here, Secondly, it's death to come out of this sluggish estate; | Now a man First ceases acting, and this gives rest; and now being Here, Secondly, it's death to come out of this sluggish estate; | av dt n1 ord vvz vvg, cc d vvz n1; cc av vbg av, ord, pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f d j n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1461 | Page 19 |
8860 | when the hand of God is upon men, and the spurs be at their side and in their heart, it may be it will be otherwise; but else not; | when the hand of God is upon men, and the spurs be At their side and in their heart, it may be it will be otherwise; but Else not; | c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp n2, cc dt n2 vbb p-acp po32 n1 cc p-acp po32 n1, pn31 vmb vbi pn31 vmb vbi av; cc-acp av xx; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1461 | Page 19 |
8861 | they will not awaken, sloth is so sweet to them, though sins yet be to be subdued; | they will not awaken, sloth is so sweet to them, though Sins yet be to be subdued; | pns32 vmb xx vvi, n1 vbz av j p-acp pno32, cs n2 av vbi pc-acp vbi vvn; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1461 | Page 19 |
8862 | time is short, Gods wrath is great; | time is short, God's wrath is great; | n1 vbz j, npg1 n1 vbz j; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1461 | Page 19 |
8863 | yet that, as it is said, He that escapes the sword of Iehu shall Elisha stay: | yet that, as it is said, He that escapes the sword of Iehu shall Elisha stay: | av cst, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb np1 vvi: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1461 | Page 19 |
8864 | so it is here, he that escapes one sin, another shall slay him; but at last sloth shall slay: | so it is Here, he that escapes one since, Another shall slay him; but At last sloth shall slay: | av pn31 vbz av, pns31 cst vvz crd n1, j-jn vmb vvi pno31; cc-acp p-acp ord n1 vmb vvi: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1461 | Page 19 |
8865 | Hence let a man look, what joyeth my heart? God doth not, wealth doth not; sloth doth. SECT. III. | Hence let a man look, what Joyeth my heart? God does not, wealth does not; sloth does. SECT. III. | av vvb dt n1 vvb, r-crq vvz po11 n1? np1 vdz xx, n1 vdz xx; n1 vdz. n1. np1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1461 | Page 19 |
8866 | BEcause it is the best and most fit season for this sin to arise, |
Because it is the best and most fit season for this since to arise, when all the rest Are fallen indeed in Saints, | c-acp pn31 vbz dt js cc av-ds j n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq d dt n1 vbr vvn av p-acp n2, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8867 | and seem to be fallen in Hypocrites; as the temptation is, so mens sin is; | and seem to be fallen in Hypocrites; as the temptation is, so men's since is; | cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2; c-acp dt n1 vbz, av ng2 n1 vbz; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8868 | when there is the fittest temptation without, it broaches corruption within, and it runs not out before; | when there is the Fittest temptation without, it broaches corruption within, and it runs not out before; | c-crq pc-acp vbz dt js n1 p-acp, pn31 vvz n1 a-acp, cc pn31 vvz xx av a-acp; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8869 | for it is here as in War; | for it is Here as in War; | p-acp pn31 vbz av a-acp p-acp n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8870 | when the enemy (never seen before) is seen in the field (very dangerous and very strong) is it now a season to sleep? no, Arm, arm now; | when the enemy (never seen before) is seen in the field (very dangerous and very strong) is it now a season to sleep? no, Arm, arm now; | c-crq dt n1 (av-x vvn a-acp) vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 (av j cc j j) vbz pn31 av dt n1 pc-acp vvi? uh-dx, n1, vvb av; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8871 | but when he hath driven and routed an enemy, and is enriched with spoils, and laden with prey, | but when he hath driven and routed an enemy, and is enriched with spoils, and laden with prey, | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc n-vvn dt n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp n2, cc vvn p-acp n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8872 | now it's a season to rest. | now it's a season to rest. | av pn31|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8873 | Hence the Poet notes, When all the World could not conquer them, their peace after conquest hath; | Hence the Poet notes, When all the World could not conquer them, their peace After conquest hath; | av dt n1 n2, c-crq d dt n1 vmd xx vvi pno32, po32 n1 p-acp n1 vhz; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8874 | now they have themselves (an enemy within) to conquer; So here. | now they have themselves (an enemy within) to conquer; So Here. | av pns32 vhb px32 (cs n1 p-acp) pc-acp vvi; av av. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8875 | Hence if they should have desired the Israelites to be at peace with the Canaanites, when they first came in and had the land; | Hence if they should have desired the Israelites to be At peace with the Canaanites, when they First Come in and had the land; | av cs pns32 vmd vhi vvn dt np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2, c-crq pns32 ord vvd p-acp cc vhd dt n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8876 | No, they will cut out throats in time; | No, they will Cut out throats in time; | uh-dx, pns32 vmb vvi av n2 p-acp n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8877 | but when they had conquered them, now Iosh. 15. 63. it is said, they could not do it; | but when they had conquered them, now Joshua 15. 63. it is said, they could not do it; | cc-acp c-crq pns32 vhd vvn pno32, av np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 vmd xx vdi pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8878 | had they not had Gods promise for it? yes, and he could make it good, | had they not had God's promise for it? yes, and he could make it good, | vhd pns32 xx vhd npg1 n1 p-acp pn31? uh, cc pns31 vmd vvi pn31 j, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8879 | but they could not, because now they had no list to do it, they were slothful, Exod. 23. 29. | but they could not, Because now they had no list to do it, they were slothful, Exod 23. 29. | cc-acp pns32 vmd xx, c-acp av pns32 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, pns32 vbdr j, np1 crd crd | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1462 | Page 19 |
8880 | Secondly, Because it is the strongest sin; |
Secondly, Because it is the Strongest since; No bonds so strong as the bonds of death; | ord, c-acp pn31 vbz dt js n1; dx n2 av j c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1463 | Page 19 |
8882 | Now as it is with the Lord, he reserves the best mercy till the last, so Satan reserves the strongest temptation till the last; | Now as it is with the Lord, he reserves the best mercy till the last, so Satan reserves the Strongest temptation till the last; | av c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz dt js n1 p-acp dt ord, av np1 vvz dt js n1 p-acp dt ord; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1463 | Page 20 |
8883 | and in many men it is sloth: Now it receives a double strength: | and in many men it is sloth: Now it receives a double strength: | cc p-acp d n2 pn31 vbz n1: av pn31 vvz dt j-jn n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1463 | Page 20 |
8884 | 1. From the strength of natural corruption which will remain when other sins dye, and in a great measure in the Saints, | 1. From the strength of natural corruption which will remain when other Sins die, and in a great measure in the Saints, | crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 r-crq vmb vvi c-crq j-jn n2 vvi, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1464 | Page 20 |
8885 | when the power of sin is taken from the Saints; for take the best man and this remains; | when the power of since is taken from the Saints; for take the best man and this remains; | c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2; c-acp vvb dt js n1 cc d vvz; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1464 | Page 20 |
8886 | it is the sickness of the Soul which will cleave to it: | it is the sickness of the Soul which will cleave to it: | pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn31: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1464 | Page 20 |
8887 | Hence as 'tis with sick men, when no mind to meat, yet oh a little rest! | Hence as it's with sick men, when no mind to meat, yet o a little rest! | av c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n2, c-crq dx n1 p-acp n1, av uh dt j n1! | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1464 | Page 20 |
8888 | it is greatest pain to walk, and hence the greatest pleasure to lie still: sickness binds a man to rest, makes him love his rest; | it is greatest pain to walk, and hence the greatest pleasure to lie still: sickness binds a man to rest, makes him love his rest; | pn31 vbz js n1 pc-acp vvi, cc av dt js n1 pc-acp vvi av: n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvz pno31 vvi po31 n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1464 | Page 20 |
8889 | so carnal corruption, to carnal rest. 2. The strength of pleasure in some lawful thing; | so carnal corruption, to carnal rest. 2. The strength of pleasure in Some lawful thing; | av j n1, p-acp j n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1464 | Page 20 |
8890 | for sloth and sleep's best pillow is ever some delight in lawful things, that's the shadow: | for sloth and sleep's best pillow is ever Some delight in lawful things, that's the shadow: | p-acp n1 cc ng1 js n1 vbz av d n1 p-acp j n2, d|vbz dt n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1465 | Page 20 |
8891 | hence, when a man delights not in gross evils, yet in health, and peace, and freedom from dangers; | hence, when a man delights not in gross evils, yet in health, and peace, and freedom from dangers; | av, c-crq dt n1 vvz xx p-acp j n2-jn, av p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1465 | Page 20 |
8892 | and here he wallows, as Issachar. Thirdly, |
and Here he wallows, as Issachar. Thirdly, Because (not only so, but) it is the least suspected since. | cc av pns31 vvz, c-acp np1. ord, c-acp (xx av-j av, cc-acp) pn31 vbz dt av-ds vvn n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1465 | Page 20 |
8893 | I have known them that have been gracious, and long it hath been before the Lord hath made them know that they have had this (much less loved this) sin. | I have known them that have been gracious, and long it hath been before the Lord hath made them know that they have had this (much less loved this) since. | pns11 vhb vvn pno32 cst vhb vbn j, cc av-j pn31 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 vvi cst pns32 vhb vhn d (av-d dc vvn d) n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1466 | Page 20 |
8894 | For 1. It is but a neglect or cessation from act; | For 1. It is but a neglect or cessation from act; | p-acp crd pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1467 | Page 20 |
8895 | it is no sin that doth openly war against the soul, but lives within like a friend. | it is no since that does openly war against the soul, but lives within like a friend. | pn31 vbz dx n1 cst vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvz a-acp av-j dt n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1467 | Page 20 |
8896 | 2. 'Tis a neglect which the best have; an infirmity; All slumbered and slept. Thirdly, The main work is wrought; | 2. It's a neglect which the best have; an infirmity; All slumbered and slept. Thirdly, The main work is wrought; | crd pn31|vbz dt n1 r-crq dt js vhb; dt n1; d vvn cc vvn. ord, dt j n1 vbz vvn; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1468 | Page 20 |
8897 | it is not therefore any dangerous infirmity, men think; | it is not Therefore any dangerous infirmity, men think; | pn31 vbz xx av d j n1, n2 vvb; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1469 | Page 20 |
8898 | and hence the Apostle, Rom. 13. 11. would have them awake; why? we shall be saved, might they say, and had peace long ago; | and hence the Apostle, Rom. 13. 11. would have them awake; why? we shall be saved, might they say, and had peace long ago; | cc av dt n1, np1 crd crd vmd vhi pno32 j; c-crq? pns12 vmb vbi vvn, vmd pns32 vvb, cc vhd n1 av-j av; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1469 | Page 20 |
8899 | but (saith he) because your salvation is nearer. | but (Says he) Because your salvation is nearer. | cc-acp (vvz pns31) c-acp po22 n1 vbz jc. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1469 | Page 20 |
8900 | 4. Because he sees many difficulties before him to break thorow, which unless God gave him more strength, he doth not see that God calls him unto; | 4. Because he sees many difficulties before him to break thorough, which unless God gave him more strength, he does not see that God calls him unto; | crd p-acp pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp, r-crq cs np1 vvd pno31 av-dc n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi cst np1 vvz pno31 p-acp; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1470 | Page 20 |
8901 | and hence saith, that there are Lions in the way; after a long time of profession, then God presents greatest difficulties; | and hence Says, that there Are Lions in the Way; After a long time of profession, then God presents greatest difficulties; | cc av vvz, cst a-acp vbr n2 p-acp dt n1; p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cs np1 vvz js n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1470 | Page 20 |
8902 | and hence now sloth reigns in a special manner. SECT. IV. HEnce see the reason why many Christians at their first beginnings grow, |
and hence now sloth reigns in a special manner. SECT. IV. HEnce see the reason why many Christians At their First beginnings grow, and thrive, and abound in the fruits of Righteousness; | cc av av n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1. n1. np1 av vvi dt n1 c-crq d np1 p-acp po32 ord n2 vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1470 | Page 20 |
8903 | but afterward so poor and ragged; Oh the two or three first years, how frequently in prayer, meditation! Oh what sorrow and peace! | but afterwards so poor and ragged; O the two or three First Years, how frequently in prayer, meditation! O what sorrow and peace! | cc-acp av av j cc j; uh dt crd cc crd ord n2, c-crq av-j p-acp n1, n1! uh q-crq n1 cc n1! | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8904 | but after this, now they can find little good they can get; little growth they make, unless it be downward; | but After this, now they can find little good they can get; little growth they make, unless it be downward; | cc-acp p-acp d, av pns32 vmb vvi av-j av-j pns32 vmb vvi; j n1 pns32 vvb, cs pn31 vbb av-j; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8905 | little life they have, and what ado to keep it, or to get a good spiritual meals meat! | little life they have, and what ado to keep it, or to get a good spiritual meals meat! | j n1 pns32 vhb, cc r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi dt j j ng1 n1! | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8906 | this is the reason of it; | this is the reason of it; | d vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8907 | when they first began, then the enemy was out, and they were up, and now they conquered and had the spoils; | when they First began, then the enemy was out, and they were up, and now they conquered and had the spoils; | c-crq pns32 ord vvd, cs dt n1 vbds av, cc pns32 vbdr a-acp, cc av pns32 vvd cc vhd dt n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8908 | but since, they have grown secure, and loved to sleep, I say love to sleep; and hence, little to be seen about them but rags; | but since, they have grown secure, and loved to sleep, I say love to sleep; and hence, little to be seen about them but rags; | cc-acp c-acp, pns32 vhb vvn j, cc vvd pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi; cc av, j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8909 | hence ( Prov. 6. 11.) lest thy poverty come as an armed man, Prov. 20. 13. 11. truly this is it, | hence (Curae 6. 11.) lest thy poverty come as an armed man, Curae 20. 13. 11. truly this is it, | av (np1 crd crd) cs po21 n1 vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, np1 crd crd crd av-j d vbz pn31, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8910 | and hence no wonder you are ever so full of complaints in midst of means; where God gives you matter of fulness, joy, peace, everlasting glory, yet you find nothing; | and hence no wonder you Are ever so full of complaints in midst of means; where God gives you matter of fullness, joy, peace, everlasting glory, yet you find nothing; | cc av dx n1 pn22 vbr av av j pp-f n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n2; c-crq np1 vvz pn22 n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, j n1, av pn22 vvb pix; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8911 | so that sometimes you think there is no grace, or are almost of the mind that there is no grace to be looked for in us; | so that sometime you think there is no grace, or Are almost of the mind that there is no grace to be looked for in us; | av cst av pn22 vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc vbr av pp-f dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp pno12; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8912 | if not, yet finding so little, there's no evidence for it: Oh your sloth it is the cause; | if not, yet finding so little, there's no evidence for it: O your sloth it is the cause; | cs xx, av vvg av av-j, pc-acp|vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31: uh po22 n1 pn31 vbz dt n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8913 | hence 'tis you marvel at the Lord he helps not; Oh you do not awake, to awaken the arm of the Lord; | hence it's you marvel At the Lord he helps not; O you do not awake, to awaken the arm of the Lord; | av pn31|vbz pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz xx; uh pn22 vdb xx vvi, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8914 | you shall know, if you follow on to know the Lord, but that you do not; | you shall know, if you follow on to know the Lord, but that you do not; | pn22 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp cst pn22 vdb xx; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 20 |
8915 | and hence the pricks and 〈 ◊ 〉 you made your peace with, and ate again vexed by them, this is the reason of it: | and hence the pricks and 〈 ◊ 〉 you made your peace with, and ate again vexed by them, this is the reason of it: | cc av dt n2 cc 〈 sy 〉 pn22 vvd po22 n1 p-acp, cc vvd av vvn p-acp pno32, d vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8916 | Oh therefore go in secret and say, I complain of my sins; | O Therefore go in secret and say, I complain of my Sins; | uh av vvb p-acp j-jn cc vvi, pns11 vvb pp-f po11 n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8917 | the Ordinances and God that I seek, and have not, when my heart should be otherwise; | the Ordinances and God that I seek, and have not, when my heart should be otherwise; | dt n2 cc n1 cst pns11 vvb, cc vhb xx, c-crq po11 n1 vmd vbi av; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8918 | but oh it is not because I cannot, but because I care not; | but o it is not Because I cannot, but Because I care not; | cc-acp uh pn31 vbz xx c-acp pns11 vmbx, cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvb xx; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8919 | it is not because of the strength of my enemy without, but because of my neglect of watch and diligence within. | it is not Because of the strength of my enemy without, but Because of my neglect of watch and diligence within. | pn31 vbz xx p-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp, cc-acp c-acp pp-f po11 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 a-acp. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8920 | I know it was a sin for Pharaoh to charge Israel with idleness, because he commanded work without means; | I know it was a since for Pharaoh to charge Israel with idleness, Because he commanded work without means; | pns11 vvb pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 np1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vvd n1 p-acp n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8921 | But is the Lords work so? look up to him for strength, he gives it them that have none; | But is the lords work so? look up to him for strength, he gives it them that have none; | cc-acp vbz dt n2 vvb av? vvb a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pn31 pno32 cst vhb pix; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8922 | put forth that strength thou hast, he will accept thy will, but will never allow thee in thy sloth, | put forth that strength thou hast, he will accept thy will, but will never allow thee in thy sloth, | vvn av d n1 pns21 vh2, pns31 vmb vvi po21 n1, cc-acp vmb av-x vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8923 | but you shall to beggery at the last. | but you shall to beggary At the last. | cc-acp pn22 vmb p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8924 | Hence men roast not what they take in hunting, (Prov. 12. 27.) after Ordinances; Oh there's world there; | Hence men roast not what they take in hunting, (Curae 12. 27.) After Ordinances; O there's world there; | av n2 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp vvg, (np1 crd crd) p-acp n2; uh pc-acp|vbz n1 pc-acp; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8925 | never shall you see a Soul careful, but he finds every Sabbath something. | never shall you see a Soul careful, but he finds every Sabbath something. | av-x vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 j, cc-acp pns31 vvz d n1 pi. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1471 | Page 21 |
8926 | Hence we may learn the reason why many Christians, |
Hence we may Learn the reason why many Christians, when the Lord begins to work upon them, have many combats and soar conflicts with various temptations, | av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 c-crq d np1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, vhb d n2 cc j n2 p-acp j n2, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8927 | and one corruption after another, and searce any breathing time wherein they are freed from such; | and one corruption After Another, and searce any breathing time wherein they Are freed from such; | cc crd n1 p-acp j-jn, cc vvi d j-vvg n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8928 | and then many strong crys, &c. but afterward they are freed from all, and even these also; | and then many strong cries, etc. but afterwards they Are freed from all, and even these also; | cc cs d j n2, av p-acp av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d, cc av d av; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8929 | and they find nothing either within or without that greatly troubles them; | and they find nothing either within or without that greatly Troubles them; | cc pns32 vvb pix d p-acp cc p-acp cst av-j vvz pno32; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8930 | but they go on smoothly in a course of profession also, without very much ado with their own hearts; | but they go on smoothly in a course of profession also, without very much ado with their own hearts; | cc-acp pns32 vvb a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av, p-acp av d n1 p-acp po32 d n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8931 | their Consciences are at peace, their distempers are at peace, and lye not heavy upon them; | their Consciences Are At peace, their distempers Are At peace, and lie not heavy upon them; | po32 n2 vbr p-acp n1, po32 n2 vbr p-acp n1, cc vvb xx j p-acp pno32; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8932 | and they think God is at peace with them, and hence they are quiet; | and they think God is At peace with them, and hence they Are quiet; | cc pns32 vvb np1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, cc av pns32 vbr j-jn; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8933 | the reason is because they are quiet, and fall asleep, and let their sin and Satan alone, | the reason is Because they Are quiet, and fallen asleep, and let their since and Satan alone, | dt n1 vbz c-acp pns32 vbr j-jn, cc vvi j, cc vvb po32 n1 cc np1 av-j, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8934 | and hence they let them alone: A sluggard saith, there is a Lion in the way, and it's hedge of thorns; | and hence they let them alone: A sluggard Says, there is a lion in the Way, and it's hedge of thorns; | cc av pns32 vvb pno32 av-j: dt n1 vvz, a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pn31|vbz n1 pp-f n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8935 | many difficulties God sets before him; | many difficulties God sets before him; | d n2 np1 vvz p-acp pno31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8936 | now if a man meets with no Lions, no thorns, pressed with no great difficulties in his course, it is certain sloth hath seised upon that Soul, | now if a man meets with no Lions, no thorns, pressed with no great difficulties in his course, it is certain sloth hath seized upon that Soul, | av cs dt n1 vvz p-acp dx n2, dx n2, vvn p-acp dx j n2 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbz j n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8937 | and he is carried away captive by it, Prov. 22. 13. For | and he is carried away captive by it, Curae 22. 13. For | cc pns31 vbz vvn av j-jn p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd p-acp | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1472 | Page 21 |
8938 | Look upon men, why should they be quiet? is it because sin and Satan are quite vanquished, that they have no agonies and wrestlings with them? the Apostle denies that, Ephes. 6. 12. Indeed while he keeps the Palace then he is all• peace, | Look upon men, why should they be quiet? is it Because since and Satan Are quite vanquished, that they have no agonies and wrestlings with them? the Apostle Denies that, Ephesians 6. 12. Indeed while he keeps the Palace then he is all• peace, | vvb p-acp n2, q-crq vmd pns32 vbb j-jn? vbz pn31 p-acp n1 cc np1 vbr av vvn, cst pns32 vhb dx n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32? dt n1 vvz cst, np1 crd crd np1 cs pns31 vvz dt n1 cs pns31 vbz n1 n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8939 | and it is a sign he is entred again if you have this peace: | and it is a Signen he is entered again if you have this peace: | cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vbz vvn av cs pn22 vhb d n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8940 | But else Paul himself, and all that are in the field, are opposed, and will have fiery darts; | But Else Paul himself, and all that Are in the field, Are opposed, and will have fiery darts; | cc-acp av np1 px31, cc d cst vbr p-acp dt n1, vbr vvn, cc vmb vhi j n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8941 | and hence the Apostles exhorts to put off the works of darkness, and put on the whole armor of light; | and hence the Apostles exhorts to put off the works of darkness, and put on the Whole armour of Light; | cc av dt n2 vvz p-acp vvd a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8942 | why not works of light? because then a Christian will find many assaults, Rom. 13. 12. Or it is because they are men of such a refined faith, | why not works of Light? Because then a Christian will find many assaults, Rom. 13. 12. Or it is Because they Are men of such a refined faith, | c-crq xx vvz pp-f n1? c-acp cs dt njp vmb vvi d n2, np1 crd crd cc pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f d dt j-vvn n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8943 | and such pure mettal that there needs no knocking, nor melting, nor temptations? I confess the Lord doth nor see at all times the like need, | and such pure metal that there needs no knocking, nor melting, nor temptations? I confess the Lord does nor see At all times the like need, | cc d j n1 cst a-acp vvz dx n-vvg, ccx vvg, ccx n2? pns11 vvb dt n1 vdz ccx vvi p-acp d n2 dt j n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8944 | but gives his servants many sweet seasons; | but gives his Servants many sweet seasons; | cc-acp vvz po31 n2 d j n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8945 | but yet 1 Pet. 1. 6, 7, 8. they were begotten to a a lively hope, | but yet 1 Pet. 1. 6, 7, 8. they were begotten to a a lively hope, | cc-acp av crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt dt j n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8946 | and they did rejoyce greatly in that hope; | and they did rejoice greatly in that hope; | cc pns32 vdd vvi av-j p-acp d n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8947 | yet they had their seasons of trials, manifold temptations, &c. It may be they thought, did the Lord ever love us, | yet they had their seasons of trials, manifold temptations, etc. It may be they Thought, did the Lord ever love us, | av pns32 vhd po32 n2 pp-f n2, j n2, av pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vvn, vdd dt n1 av vvb pno12, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8948 | when such desertions, such fierce oppositions? &c. I know the Lord may leave David thus, Psal. 30. 6. but then God was angry, | when such desertions, such fierce oppositions? etc. I know the Lord may leave David thus, Psalm 30. 6. but then God was angry, | c-crq d n2, d j n2? av pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi np1 av, np1 crd crd p-acp av np1 vbds j, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8949 | and he saw it before many days: No, no, there is both reason for it, and need of it; | and he saw it before many days: No, no, there is both reason for it, and need of it; | cc pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp d n2: uh-dx, uh-dx, pc-acp vbz d n1 c-acp pn31, cc n1 pp-f pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8950 | and why are you at peace now? it is because of your sloth, Ier, 48. 11. Moab is at rest; and hence setled on her Lees, that they neither feel not know their sin, | and why Are you At peace now? it is Because of your sloth, Jeremiah, 48. 11. Moab is At rest; and hence settled on her Lees, that they neither feel not know their since, | cc q-crq vbr pn22 p-acp n1 av? pn31 vbz p-acp pp-f po22 n1, n1, crd crd np1 vbz p-acp n1; cc av vvn p-acp po31 n2, cst pns32 d vvb xx vvi po32 n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8951 | and their scent is in them, though none is smelt or runs out; | and their scent is in them, though none is smelled or runs out; | cc po32 n1 vbz p-acp pno32, cs pix vbz vvn cc vvz av; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8952 | hence never stirred by any word they hear, nor by any blow unless it be very heavy; | hence never stirred by any word they hear, nor by any blow unless it be very heavy; | av av-x vvd p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb, ccx p-acp d n1 cs pn31 vbb av j; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8953 | they are now at peace with Sin, Death and Hell, and are at league with them, Isa. 28. 15. And hence as it is, where there be two Kingdoms met, what's the reason that there is no hurt that the one do to the other? the reason is, because there is a peace; | they Are now At peace with since, Death and Hell, and Are At league with them, Isaiah 28. 15. And hence as it is, where there be two Kingdoms met, what's the reason that there is no hurt that the one doe to the other? the reason is, Because there is a peace; | pns32 vbr av p-acp n1 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, cc vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd cc av c-acp pn31 vbz, c-crq pc-acp vbi crd n2 vvn, q-crq|vbz dt n1 cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst dt crd n1 p-acp dt j-jn? dt n1 vbz, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8954 | why so? because War was so troublesom, and rest was good: So it is here; | why so? Because War was so troublesome, and rest was good: So it is Here; | q-crq av? c-acp n1 vbds av j, cc n1 vbds j: av pn31 vbz av; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8955 | Why are men never troubled? but only because they are at peace with their sin; | Why Are men never troubled? but only Because they Are At peace with their since; | q-crq vbr n2 av vvn? cc-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8956 | and why so? because rest is good: Oh they love to sleep; | and why so? Because rest is good: O they love to sleep; | cc q-crq av? c-acp n1 vbz j: uh pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 21 |
8957 | I shall never overcome it, or I have other work to follow, say men, and hence they spiritually war no more; | I shall never overcome it, or I have other work to follow, say men, and hence they spiritually war no more; | pns11 vmb av-x vvi pn31, cc pns11 vhb j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb n2, cc av pns32 av-j n1 dx av-dc; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 22 |
8958 | and hence Satan and Sin are at peace: this is the guise of men, they think the man is sure: | and hence Satan and since Are At peace: this is the guise of men, they think the man is sure: | cc av np1 cc n1 vbr p-acp n1: d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vvb dt n1 vbz j: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 22 |
8959 | they maintain a name to live before men, keep duties upon the wheels before God, and have comfort often; | they maintain a name to live before men, keep duties upon the wheels before God, and have Comfort often; | pns32 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, vvb n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, cc vhb n1 av; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 22 |
8960 | and though a world of vanity is in their hearts, yet it never oppresseth them, because they oppose not it, and so are quiet. SECT. V. | and though a world of vanity is in their hearts, yet it never Oppresses them, Because they oppose not it, and so Are quiet. SECT. V. | cc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp po32 n2, av pn31 av vvz pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb xx pn31, cc av vbr j-jn. n1. n1 | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1473 | Page 22 |
8961 | Object. BVt is not Christ's yoke easie and his burden light, full of sweetness, & c? | Object. But is not Christ's yoke easy and his burden Light, full of sweetness, & c? | n1. cc-acp vbz xx npg1 n1 j cc po31 n1 n1, j pp-f n1, cc sy? | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1474 | Page 22 |
8962 | Answ. There is a life of faith, and a life of sloth; a rest which Faith gives, and Christ gives; | Answer There is a life of faith, and a life of sloth; a rest which Faith gives, and christ gives; | np1 pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 r-crq n1 vvz, cc np1 vvz; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1475 | Page 22 |
8963 | and a rest which mans own sloth and security gives: but there is a wide difference between them. | and a rest which men own sloth and security gives: but there is a wide difference between them. | cc dt n1 r-crq vvz d n1 cc n1 vvz: cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1475 | Page 22 |
8964 | First, a believing heart cleaves to the Lord, and so findes rest in the Lord, | First, a believing heart cleaves to the Lord, and so finds rest in the Lord, | ord, dt j-vvg n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8965 | and that with purpose and decree of heart, to cleave to him in one thing as well as in another; | and that with purpose and Decree of heart, to cleave to him in one thing as well as in Another; | cc cst p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp crd n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp j-jn; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8966 | the heart is not at peace with Satan, and at war with God, but joyneth to the Lord, | the heart is not At peace with Satan, and At war with God, but Joineth to the Lord, | dt n1 vbz xx p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8967 | and stands armed with a strong resolution against every temptation; and hence peace with Christ is maintained, not with sloth: | and Stands armed with a strong resolution against every temptation; and hence peace with christ is maintained, not with sloth: | cc vvz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1; cc av n1 p-acp np1 vbz vvn, xx p-acp n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8968 | as Barnabas, Acts 11. 23 exhorted with full purpose of heart to cleave unto the Lord, | as Barnabas, Acts 11. 23 exhorted with full purpose of heart to cleave unto the Lord, | c-acp np1, vvz crd crd vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8969 | when he saw the grace of God; seeing you find such mercy from him, oh cleave unto him: | when he saw the grace of God; seeing you find such mercy from him, o cleave unto him: | c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1; vvg pn22 vvb d n1 p-acp pno31, uh vvb p-acp pno31: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8970 | But now a secure heart cleaves to the Lord in some desires; | But now a secure heart cleaves to the Lord in Some Desires; | cc-acp av dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8971 | and if he be resolved of any thing, it is only of that which he can do with ease, | and if he be resolved of any thing, it is only of that which he can do with ease, | cc cs pns31 vbb vvn pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz j pp-f d r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp vvi, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8972 | and will not be what he would be; he would be better, and know the Lord more, and this quiets him; | and will not be what he would be; he would be better, and know the Lord more, and this quiets him; | cc vmb xx vbi r-crq pns31 vmd vbi; pns31 vmd vbi jc, cc vvb dt n1 av-dc, cc d vvz pno31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8973 | but he will not be what he would be, because his compact and covenant of peace is made with another; | but he will not be what he would be, Because his compact and Covenant of peace is made with Another; | cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vbi r-crq pns31 vmd vbi, c-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8974 | he will be sluggish and secure, and not use the means; | he will be sluggish and secure, and not use the means; | pns31 vmb vbi j cc j, cc xx vvi dt n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8975 | oh sleep is sweet, Prov. 12. 27. The sluggard roasts not what he took in h•nting; | o sleep is sweet, Curae 12. 27. The sluggard roasts not what he took in h•nting; | uh n1 vbz j, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp vvg; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8976 | he will not roast it, there is trouble there. Secondly, A believing heart, or Faith, finds and feels its rest by trouble. | he will not roast it, there is trouble there. Secondly, A believing heart, or Faith, finds and feels its rest by trouble. | pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31, pc-acp vbz n1 a-acp. ord, dt j-vvg n1, cc n1, vvz cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1476 | Page 22 |
8977 | Unto the righteous there ariseth light out of darkness, Psal. 37. After you have suffered, God settle you, 1 Pet. 5. 10. Not as the world gives peace, give I it unto you, Joh. 14. 27. For the life of a Christian is a life of faith, which is a life contrary to sence and reason: | Unto the righteous there arises Light out of darkness, Psalm 37. After you have suffered, God settle you, 1 Pet. 5. 10. Not as the world gives peace, give I it unto you, John 14. 27. For the life of a Christian is a life of faith, which is a life contrary to sense and reason: | p-acp dt j a-acp vvz n1 av pp-f n1, np1 crd p-acp pn22 vhb vvn, np1 vvb pn22, vvn np1 crd crd xx c-acp dt n1 vvz n1, vvb pns11 pn31 p-acp pn22, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1477 | Page 22 |
8978 | When the Lord kills, what doth he intend then to save me? and when he blinds me, doth he intend to teach me? yes that he doth, | When the Lord kills, what does he intend then to save me? and when he blinds me, does he intend to teach me? yes that he does, | c-crq dt n1 vvz, q-crq vdz pns31 vvi av pc-acp vvi pno11? cc c-crq pns31 vvz pno11, vdz pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi pno11? uh cst pns31 vdz, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1477 | Page 22 |
8979 | and by their warfare they find peace. | and by their warfare they find peace. | cc p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvb n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1477 | Page 22 |
8980 | Hence Paul at the end of his life makes his trumph, I have finished my course, 2 Tim. 4. 6, 7, 8. this makes promises precious; | Hence Paul At the end of his life makes his triumph, I have finished my course, 2 Tim. 4. 6, 7, 8. this makes promises precious; | av np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz po31 n1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd d vvz n2 j; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1477 | Page 22 |
8981 | when, though a man feels the strength of sin, yet sees the Lord will subdue it; | when, though a man feels the strength of since, yet sees the Lord will subdue it; | c-crq, cs dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, av vvz dt n1 vmb vvi pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1477 | Page 22 |
8982 | when a man findes guilt of sin, yet sees the Lord will pardon it for his own names sake: | when a man finds guilt of since, yet sees the Lord will pardon it for his own names sake: | c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f n1, av vvz dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 d n2 n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1477 | Page 22 |
8983 | It's a strange place 2 Cor. 1. 8, 9. We were oppressed without reason, Why? that we might not trust in our selves, (why, was there no way but this?) why, this is the life of faith, to find life in death, peace in sorrow: | It's a strange place 2 Cor. 1. 8, 9. We were oppressed without reason, Why? that we might not trust in our selves, (why, was there no Way but this?) why, this is the life of faith, to find life in death, peace in sorrow: | pn31|vbz dt j n1 crd np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, uh-crq? cst pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, (c-crq, vbds a-acp dx n1 p-acp d?) q-crq, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1477 | Page 22 |
8984 | But a slothful heart finds not rest by denying it self, and walking through trouble; | But a slothful heart finds not rest by denying it self, and walking through trouble; | cc-acp dt j n1 vvz xx vvi p-acp vvg pn31 n1, cc vvg p-acp n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1477 | Page 22 |
8985 | but by pleasing it self, and easing it self of trouble, because it is at league with it: One that hath broken league, finds peace by war, and then takes spoils; but another è contra, &c. 1. A man denies the power of godliness, that's a burden; | but by pleasing it self, and easing it self of trouble, Because it is At league with it: One that hath broken league, finds peace by war, and then Takes spoils; but Another è contra, etc. 1. A man Denies the power of godliness, that's a burden; | cc-acp p-acp vvg pn31 n1, cc vvg pn31 n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pn31: crd cst vhz vvn n1, vvz n1 p-acp n1, cc av vvz n2; cc-acp j-jn fw-it fw-la, av crd dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, d|vbz dt n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1477 | Page 22 |
8986 | his slothful heart will not bear that, that's too hot; for the world carries a condemned carriage of them; | his slothful heart will not bear that, that's too hight; for the world carries a condemned carriage of them; | po31 j n1 vmb xx vvi cst, d|vbz av j; p-acp dt n1 vvz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f pno32; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1478 | Page 22 |
8987 | and hence he keeps a name to live, and thereby hath peace with the world. | and hence he keeps a name to live, and thereby hath peace with the world. | cc av pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc av vhz n1 p-acp dt n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1478 | Page 22 |
8988 | 2. He wrestles not against Satan, and his lusts, pursuing them daily, carries not the sence and feeling of them; | 2. He wrestles not against Satan, and his Lustiest, pursuing them daily, carries not the sense and feeling of them; | crd pns31 vvz xx p-acp np1, cc po31 n2, vvg pno32 av-j, vvz xx dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f pno32; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1479 | Page 22 |
8989 | and hence being luke-warm, he thinks he is rich, and wants nothing, when poor, and blind, and naked. | and hence being lukewarm, he thinks he is rich, and Wants nothing, when poor, and blind, and naked. | cc av vbg j, pns31 vvz pns31 vbz j, cc vvz pix, c-crq j, cc j, cc j. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1479 | Page 22 |
8990 | 3. Hence, not wrestling against sin, he feels not sin, and so conscience is at peace with him; | 3. Hence, not wrestling against since, he feels not since, and so conscience is At peace with him; | crd av, xx vvg p-acp n1, pns31 vvz xx n1, cc av n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1480 | Page 23 |
8991 | sin is alive without the Law. 4. Keeping a constant course of private duties, he thinks God is at peace also, | since is alive without the Law. 4. Keeping a constant course of private duties, he thinks God is At peace also, | n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1. crd vvg dt j n1 pp-f j n2, pns31 vvz np1 vbz p-acp n1 av, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1480 | Page 23 |
8992 | and so his peace gives him rest, and sloth makes him make a league, because he loves rest: | and so his peace gives him rest, and sloth makes him make a league, Because he loves rest: | cc av po31 n1 vvz pno31 n1, cc n1 vvz pno31 vvi dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1481 | Page 23 |
8993 | and hence we finde, a Christian most oppressed in times of trouble, many times hath most peace; | and hence we find, a Christian most oppressed in times of trouble, many times hath most peace; | cc av pns12 vvb, dt njp av-ds vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, d n2 vhz av-ds n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1481 | Page 23 |
8994 | and è contra: Because as it was with Gideon, he had his peace by trouble, they had their peace by rest whose flesh he tore with thorns, Iudg. 8. 7. oh therefore fear and tremble at their condition. SECT. VI. | and è contra: Because as it was with gideon, he had his peace by trouble, they had their peace by rest whose Flesh he tore with thorns, Judges 8. 7. o Therefore Fear and tremble At their condition. SECT. VI. | cc fw-la fw-la: c-acp c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pns31 vhd po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vhd po32 n1 p-acp n1 rg-crq n1 pns31 vvd p-acp n2, np1 crd crd uh av vvb cc vvi p-acp po32 n1. n1. crd. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1481 | Page 23 |
8995 | HEnce see the reason why many a Christian, after he hath seen and felt the work of Gods grace in his heart and soul, |
HEnce see the reason why many a Christian, After he hath seen and felt the work of God's grace in his heart and soul, and hence hath been filled with peace and joy unspeakable, that yet After long profession loses the sighed of it, | av vvi dt n1 c-crq d dt njp, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc av vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 j, cst av p-acp j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
8996 | and knows not whether there be any dram of grace in his heart or no; and consequently hath no assurance: | and knows not whither there be any dram of grace in his heart or no; and consequently hath no assurance: | cc vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc uh-dx; cc av-j vhz dx n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
8997 | but ask him, have you not known it? yes; | but ask him, have you not known it? yes; | cc-acp vvb pno31, vhb pn22 xx vvn pn31? uh; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
8998 | but 'tis a question whether ever it was immortal seed or no, for then it would not dye, as I see it hath; | but it's a question whither ever it was immortal seed or no, for then it would not die, as I see it hath; | cc-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 cs av pn31 vbds j n1 cc uh-dx, c-acp cs pn31 vmd xx vvi, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 vhz; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
8999 | the reason of this is, a man falls to a secure condition, fast asleep, forgets God and himself; | the reason of this is, a man falls to a secure condition, fast asleep, forgets God and himself; | dt n1 pp-f d vbz, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, av-j j, vvz np1 cc px31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9000 | and hence though there be grace, yet it is not exercised, Matth. 25. 26. and hence not seen at all, 2 Pet. 1. 8, 9. and one grace to another, | and hence though there be grace, yet it is not exercised, Matthew 25. 26. and hence not seen At all, 2 Pet. 1. 8, 9. and one grace to Another, | cc av cs pc-acp vbi n1, av pn31 vbz xx vvn, np1 crd crd cc av xx vvn p-acp d, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc crd n1 p-acp j-jn, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9001 | and then an open entrance is made; this makes calling sure; if this they do not, they will not see a fat off; | and then an open Entrance is made; this makes calling sure; if this they do not, they will not see a fat off; | cc av dt j n1 vbz vvn; d vvz vvg av-j; cs d pns32 vdb xx, pns32 vmb xx vvi dt j a-acp; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9002 | why? because they forget the Lord, which is one part of security: | why? Because they forget the Lord, which is one part of security: | q-crq? c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1, r-crq vbz crd n1 pp-f n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9003 | Hence we shall find in times of persecution, never such assurance as then, Zach. 13. vlt. because grace is never so exercised as then; | Hence we shall find in times of persecution, never such assurance as then, Zach 13. Ult. Because grace is never so exercised as then; | av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av-x d n1 c-acp av, np1 crd vvd. p-acp n1 vbz av-x av vvn a-acp av; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9004 | and hence men much in prayer abound with much assurance (when Christ was in his agony he prays more fervently) because then a man is watchful, and grace most exercised; | and hence men much in prayer abound with much assurance (when christ was in his agony he prays more fervently) Because then a man is watchful, and grace most exercised; | cc av n2 d p-acp n1 vvi p-acp d n1 (c-crq np1 vbds p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz av-dc av-j) c-acp cs dt n1 vbz j, cc vvb av-ds vvn; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9005 | when a man dyes in prayer, and grows secure, and hath little exercise of grace, now it is a question whether there is grace at all or no; | when a man dies in prayer, and grows secure, and hath little exercise of grace, now it is a question whither there is grace At all or no; | c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz j, cc vhz j n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vbz dt n1 cs pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp d cc av-dx; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9006 | and hence when men come to Sacraments, how oft are they put to it whether the Lord be theirs or no! and hence when men come to the Word, they lose all comfort, | and hence when men come to Sacraments, how oft Are they put to it whither the Lord be theirs or no! and hence when men come to the Word, they loose all Comfort, | cc av c-crq n2 vvb p-acp n2, c-crq av vbr pns32 vvn p-acp pn31 c-crq dt n1 vbb png32 cc uh cc av c-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb d n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9007 | because they know now whether these promises are theirs or no, because they are asleep, and not waking with the Lord. | Because they know now whither these promises Are theirs or no, Because they Are asleep, and not waking with the Lord. | c-acp pns32 vvb av cs d n2 vbr png32 cc uh-dx, c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc xx vvg p-acp dt n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9008 | Oh therefore lay no blame upon the Lord, but thy self; I have had grace, but I have not exercised it; | O Therefore lay no blame upon the Lord, but thy self; I have had grace, but I have not exercised it; | uh av vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp po21 n1; pns11 vhb vhn n1, cc-acp pns11 vhb xx vvn pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9009 | I have lived a life of sloth and security, had I lived a life of thankfulness, prayer, watchfulness, | I have lived a life of sloth and security, had I lived a life of thankfulness, prayer, watchfulness, | pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vhd pns11 vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9010 | and been ever awake, I should have seen my own heart, and what the Lord hath done for my soul: | and been ever awake, I should have seen my own heart, and what the Lord hath done for my soul: | cc vbi av j, pns11 vmd vhi vvn po11 d n1, cc q-crq dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp po11 n1: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9011 | Here, here lies the security of a Christian, not in losing all grace he had, but in losing the exercise of it. SECT. VII. | Here, Here lies the security of a Christian, not in losing all grace he had, but in losing the exercise of it. SECT. VII. | av, av vvz dt n1 pp-f dt njp, xx p-acp vvg d n1 pns31 vhd, cc-acp p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31. n1. np1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1482 | Page 23 |
9012 | Quest. HOw shall I do this? Answ. 1. Look that your eye be single, that the Lord be your last end, | Quest. HOw shall I do this? Answer 1. Look that your eye be single, that the Lord be your last end, | n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vdi d? np1 crd n1 cst po22 n1 vbb j, cst dt n1 vbb po22 ord n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1483 | Page 23 |
9013 | and that with an infinite love you cleave to that, and then the whole body will be full of light; | and that with an infinite love you cleave to that, and then the Whole body will be full of Light; | cc cst p-acp dt j n1 pn22 vvb p-acp d, cc av dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi j pp-f n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1484 | Page 23 |
9014 | but if your eye be double, &c. Matth. 6. 24. A ship that hath but one place to go to, will get thitherward in open sea with every wind. | but if your eye be double, etc. Matthew 6. 24. A ship that hath but one place to go to, will get thitherward in open sea with every wind. | cc-acp cs po22 n1 vbi j-jn, av np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vhz cc-acp crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vmb vvi av p-acp j n1 p-acp d n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1484 | Page 23 |
9015 | Who is so great as the Lord? who minds thee but the Lord? doth he provide, protect and pity thee, | Who is so great as the Lord? who minds thee but the Lord? does he provide, Pact and pity thee, | q-crq vbz av j c-acp dt n1? q-crq vvz pno21 p-acp dt n1? vdz pns31 vvi, vvb cc vvb pno21, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1484 | Page 23 |
9016 | when thou seekest thy self? will he not do it much more when thou art set for him? | when thou Seekest thy self? will he not do it much more when thou art Set for him? | c-crq pns21 vv2 po21 n1? vmb pns31 xx vdi pn31 av-d av-dc c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp pno31? | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1484 | Page 23 |
9017 | 2. Consider the sweetness of this life. 1. In this life, 1 Cor. 15. ult. be ever abounding; | 2. Consider the sweetness of this life. 1. In this life, 1 Cor. 15. ult. be ever abounding; | crd np1 dt n1 pp-f d n1. crd p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd n1. vbb av vvg; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1485 | Page 24 |
9018 | why? oh you know your labor shall not be in vain. | why? o you know your labour shall not be in vain. | c-crq? uh pn22 vvb po22 n1 vmb xx vbi p-acp j. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1485 | Page 24 |
9019 | And what will it be when you come to dye? Isa. 38. 1, 2, 3. Remember I have walked with thee: | And what will it be when you come to die? Isaiah 38. 1, 2, 3. remember I have walked with thee: | cc q-crq vmb pn31 vbi c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi? np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvb pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1485 | Page 24 |
9020 | And 2. After death, Rev. 14. 13. it may be you account them nothing, but they shall follow thee; | And 2. After death, Rev. 14. 13. it may be you account them nothing, but they shall follow thee; | cc crd p-acp n1, n1 crd crd pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vvb pno32 pix, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi pno21; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1485 | Page 24 |
9021 | do you not find bitterness in the end of another life? you will find your pillow hard enough before you dye; | do you not find bitterness in the end of Another life? you will find your pillow hard enough before you die; | vdb pn22 xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1? pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1 j av-d c-acp pn22 vvb; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1485 | Page 24 |
9022 | oh therefore get something to make it easie. | o Therefore get something to make it easy. | uh av vvb pi pc-acp vvi pn31 j. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1485 | Page 24 |
9023 | 3. Take heed of forgetfulness of the Lord, for this is the reason why many a man is not ever up in walking with the Lord, because he forgets the Lord; | 3. Take heed of forgetfulness of the Lord, for this is the reason why many a man is not ever up in walking with the Lord, Because he forgets the Lord; | crd vvb n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d vbz dt n1 c-crq d dt n1 vbz xx av a-acp p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1486 | Page 24 |
9024 | It is not because he will not, or because he cannot, but he remembers not the Lords love, the glory of his ways, what an evil thing and bitter it is to depart from the Lord, Psal. 22. 11. They shall remember and turn, Jer. 2. 1, 6. The Lord complains of Apostacy, they said where is the Lord? I remember thee, &c. So I say to you, the Lord of glory remembers you, thou art written on the palms of his hand, | It is not Because he will not, or Because he cannot, but he remembers not the lords love, the glory of his ways, what an evil thing and bitter it is to depart from the Lord, Psalm 22. 11. They shall Remember and turn, Jer. 2. 1, 6. The Lord complains of Apostasy, they said where is the Lord? I Remember thee, etc. So I say to you, the Lord of glory remembers you, thou art written on the palms of his hand, | pn31 vbz xx c-acp pns31 vmb xx, cc c-acp pns31 vmbx, cc-acp pns31 vvz xx dt n2 vvb, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, r-crq dt j-jn n1 cc j pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz pp-f n1, pns32 vvd c-crq vbz dt n1? pns11 vvb pno21, av av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pn22, pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1486 | Page 24 |
9025 | and like shew-bread before the Ark, so thou dost ever stand before the Lord; hence every moment he is pardoning, purging, preserving and devising how to do thee good; | and like shewbread before the Ark, so thou dost ever stand before the Lord; hence every moment he is pardoning, purging, preserving and devising how to do thee good; | cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, av pns21 vd2 av vvi p-acp dt n1; av d n1 pns31 vbz vvg, vvg, vvg cc vvg c-crq pc-acp vdi pno21 j; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1486 | Page 24 |
9026 | nay he remembers thy love, prayers, seekings after him, nay, thy house and walls of it where thou dwellest: | nay he remembers thy love, Prayers, seekings After him, nay, thy house and walls of it where thou dwellest: | uh-x pns31 vvz po21 n1, n2, n2 p-acp pno31, uh-x, po21 n1 cc n2 pp-f pn31 c-crq pns21 vv2: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1486 | Page 24 |
9027 | Oh therefore forget not the Lord, that so you may be ever seeking after, and cleaving to the Lord. SECT. VIII. HEnce see the reason why men after long profession fall into many slothful opinions, |
O Therefore forget not the Lord, that so you may be ever seeking After, and cleaving to the Lord. SECT. VIII. HEnce see the reason why men After long profession fallen into many slothful opinions, Because their hearts Are surprised with this enemy of sloth First; | uh av vvb xx dt n1, cst av pn22 vmb vbi av vvg a-acp, cc vvg p-acp dt n1. n1. np1. av vvi dt n1 c-crq n2 p-acp j n1 vvi p-acp d j n2, c-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 ord; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1486 | Page 24 |
9028 | and it is Gods just judgement upon men, that seing they love their sleep and laziness, they shall be lazy by rule, | and it is God's just judgement upon men, that sing they love their sleep and laziness, they shall be lazy by Rule, | cc pn31 vbz ng1 j n1 p-acp n2, cst vvg pns32 vvb po32 n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1487 | Page 24 |
9029 | and so be for ever hardned in it. Quest. What are those slothful opinions? | and so be for ever hardened in it. Quest. What Are those slothful opinions? | cc av vbi p-acp av vvn p-acp pn31. n1. q-crq vbr d j n2? | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1487 | Page 24 |
9030 | Answ. First, What is this but one, to make the Law no rule to a Christians life? as though a Christian should be like a man at Sea, | Answer First, What is this but one, to make the Law no Rule to a Christians life? as though a Christian should be like a man At Sea, | np1 ord, q-crq vbz d p-acp crd, pc-acp vvi dt n1 dx n1 p-acp dt njpg2 n1? c-acp cs dt njp vmd vbi av-j dt n1 p-acp n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1489 | Page 24 |
9031 | and carried by the wind, but he must have no Compass to sail by also: In these last times Christ's Kingly Office is chiefly opposed; | and carried by the wind, but he must have no Compass to sail by also: In these last times Christ's Kingly Office is chiefly opposed; | cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av: p-acp d ord n2 npg1 j n1 vbz av-jn vvn; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1489 | Page 24 |
9032 | men are glad of Christs righteousness and death to save them, but when he comes to plant his Laws (as all Conquerors do amongst men) they do then shake them off, | men Are glad of Christ righteousness and death to save them, but when he comes to plant his Laws (as all Conquerors do among men) they do then shake them off, | n2 vbr j pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n2 (c-acp d n2 vdb p-acp n2) pns32 vdb av vvi pno32 a-acp, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1489 | Page 24 |
9033 | and under a colour of love to their Prince, make his Laws no bonds to binde them; | and under a colour of love to their Prince, make his Laws no bonds to bind them; | cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1, vvb po31 n2 dx n2 pc-acp vvi pno32; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1489 | Page 24 |
9034 | so these think this is the liberty of a Christian, the liberty of a Prince to be lawless, 2 Pet. 2. 19. | so these think this is the liberty of a Christian, the liberty of a Prince to be lawless, 2 Pet. 2. 19. | av d vvb d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, crd np1 crd crd | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1489 | Page 24 |
9035 | Secondly, That there is no activity of Grace received, no power to stir till stirred; and therefore leave all upon Christ, they can do nothing; | Secondly, That there is no activity of Grace received, no power to stir till stirred; and Therefore leave all upon christ, they can do nothing; | ord, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 vvn, dx n1 pc-acp vvi c-acp vvn; cc av vvb d p-acp np1, pns32 vmb vdi pix; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1490 | Page 24 |
9036 | if he gives nothing, they cannot help it; | if he gives nothing, they cannot help it; | cs pns31 vvz pix, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1490 | Page 24 |
9037 | if he doth, then all is well, &c. It is true, till the Lord doth help what can we do? But there is an immutable assistance of Spirit, whereby the Lord doth enable his to act more or less like himself, when stirred up: | if he does, then all is well, etc. It is true, till the Lord does help what can we do? But there is an immutable assistance of Spirit, whereby the Lord does enable his to act more or less like himself, when stirred up: | cs pns31 vdz, cs d vbz av, av pn31 vbz j, c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi r-crq vmb pns12 vdi? p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi png31 p-acp n1 av-dc cc av-dc vvi px31, c-crq vvn a-acp: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1490 | Page 24 |
9038 | And if you finde none, because you fall short of Christ, do not think that the Lord will be a cover to such a cap; | And if you find none, Because you fallen short of christ, do not think that the Lord will be a cover to such a cap; | cc cs pn22 vvb pix, c-acp pn22 vvb j pp-f np1, vdb xx vvi cst dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp d dt n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1490 | Page 24 |
9039 | nor a pillow for a slothful heart; there is a sickness in the best, and must be followed, else we dye. | nor a pillow for a slothful heart; there is a sickness in the best, and must be followed, Else we die. | ccx dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt js, cc vmb vbi vvn, av pns12 vvb. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1490 | Page 24 |
9040 | Thirdly, That Ministers must not exhort: | Thirdly, That Ministers must not exhort: | ord, cst n2 vmb xx vvi: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1491 | Page 24 |
9041 | Why? what can men do? If servants cannot abide to be spoken unto when there is need, from what can it come but idleness? What can words make better? yes, the Lords words have a power to help or ruine, | Why? what can men do? If Servants cannot abide to be spoken unto when there is need, from what can it come but idleness? What can words make better? yes, the lords words have a power to help or ruin, | q-crq? q-crq vmb n2 vdi? cs n2 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz n1, p-acp r-crq vmb pn31 vvi p-acp n1? q-crq vmb n2 vvi av-jc? uh, dt n2 n2 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1491 | Page 24 |
9042 | when you shall say, oh the exhortations, oh the inretaties I have had, &c. one main means of reconciliation is now abolished, 2 Cor. 5. 20. | when you shall say, o the exhortations, o the inretaties I have had, etc. one main means of reconciliation is now abolished, 2 Cor. 5. 20. | c-crq pn22 vmb vvi, uh dt n2, uh dt n2 pns11 vhb vhn, av crd j n2 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn, crd np1 crd crd | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1491 | Page 24 |
9043 | Fourthly, That Christians must gather no evidence from Sanctification; we shall finde the root of it to be difficulty, which is never sloths bed-fellow. | Fourthly, That Christians must gather no evidence from Sanctification; we shall find the root of it to be difficulty, which is never sloths bedfellow. | ord, cst np1 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp n1; pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi n1, r-crq vbz av n2 n1. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1492 | Page 25 |
9044 | 1. It is difficult to be holy always, but there will be many weaknesses and sins, &c. | 1. It is difficult to be holy always, but there will be many Weaknesses and Sins, etc. | crd pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi j av, cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi d n2 cc n2, av | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1493 | Page 25 |
9045 | 2. When we do so, it will be hard to discern what holiness it is, whether counterfeit or not. | 2. When we do so, it will be hard to discern what holiness it is, whither counterfeit or not. | crd c-crq pns12 vdb av, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, cs j-jn cc xx. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1494 | Page 25 |
9046 | 3. When we do so, 'tis hard to keep it, but you will lose it again, | 3. When we do so, it's hard to keep it, but you will loose it again, | crd c-crq pns12 vdb av, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1495 | Page 25 |
9087 | And those are these two chiefly. 1. The error of the Lord and the wrath to come; | And those Are these two chiefly. 1. The error of the Lord and the wrath to come; | cc d vbr d crd av-jn. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1503 | Page 26 |
9047 | and be put to farther search, and so off and on: I believe Christians make them more difficult than indeed they are; | and be put to farther search, and so off and on: I believe Christians make them more difficult than indeed they Are; | cc vbi vvn p-acp jc n1, cc av a-acp cc a-acp: pns11 vvb np1 vvi pno32 av-dc j cs av pns32 vbr; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1495 | Page 25 |
9048 | but yet it is the Lords way; Scripture is plain for it; | but yet it is the lords Way; Scripture is plain for it; | cc-acp av pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1; n1 vbz j p-acp pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1495 | Page 25 |
9049 | and if avoided because difficult (which to many is sweet) what is this but an invention of sloth? | and if avoided Because difficult (which to many is sweet) what is this but an invention of sloth? | cc cs vvn p-acp j (r-crq p-acp d vbz j) q-crq vbz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1495 | Page 25 |
9050 | Fifthly, That what a man cannot do, is always a weakness which the Lord will pardon: Sometimes it is; but not here: | Fifthly, That what a man cannot do, is always a weakness which the Lord will pardon: Sometime it is; but not Here: | ord, cst r-crq dt n1 vmbx vdi, vbz av dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi: av pn31 vbz; cc-acp xx av: | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1496 | Page 25 |
9051 | for a mans chief sin may be kept unsubdued from this ground, which sloth makes warrantable. | for a men chief since may be kept unsubdued from this ground, which sloth makes warrantable. | c-acp dt ng1 j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp d n1, r-crq n1 vvz j. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1496 | Page 25 |
9052 | Sixthly, That if once the main be wrought, though he never grow better, yet he is to keep his peace and confidence; | Sixthly, That if once the main be wrought, though he never grow better, yet he is to keep his peace and confidence; | j, cst cs a-acp dt n1 vbb vvn, cs pns31 av-x vvi av-jc, av pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1497 | Page 25 |
9053 | Oh intreat the Lord to keep your heads sound (though hearts be sluggish) so as you may not love, | O entreat the Lord to keep your Heads found (though hearts be sluggish) so as you may not love, | uh vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vvi (cs n2 vbb j) av c-acp pn22 vmb xx vvi, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1497 | Page 25 |
9054 | and defend your security, and then go and leave Christ. SECT. IX. LEt this be a warning to all, |
and defend your security, and then go and leave christ. SECT. IX. LEt this be a warning to all, that there is such an enemy to be slave; | cc vvb po22 n1, cc av vvb cc vvi np1. n1. crd. vvb d vbi dt n1 p-acp d, d a-acp vbz d dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1497 | Page 25 |
9055 | truly I had thought if I could have got my heart broken, if I could seek the Lord till I had gotten a promise, | truly I had Thought if I could have god my heart broken, if I could seek the Lord till I had got a promise, | av-j pns11 vhd vvn cs pns11 vmd vhi vvn po11 n1 vvn, cs pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 c-acp pns11 vhd vvn dt n1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9056 | then I should be well enough; Oh no, there is a slothful heart yet continueth; and let it be encouragement to war against it; | then I should be well enough; O no, there is a slothful heart yet Continueth; and let it be encouragement to war against it; | cs pns11 vmd vbi av av-d; uh uh-dx, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 av vvz; cc vvb pn31 vbi n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9057 | oh 'tis the last enemy, and then comes your crown, and then your warfare is ended; | o it's the last enemy, and then comes your crown, and then your warfare is ended; | uh pn31|vbz dt ord n1, cc av vvz po22 n1, cc av po22 n1 vbz vvn; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9058 | and therefore do as Sampson; Lord, help this one time, that I may be avenged for my two eyes; | and Therefore do as Sampson; Lord, help this one time, that I may be avenged for my two eyes; | cc av vdb c-acp np1; n1, vvb d crd n1, cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po11 crd n2; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9059 | so, thou hast been made a slave to it in private duties, and God hath neglected thee; | av, pns21 vh2 vbn vvn dt n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp j n2, cc np1 vhz vvn pno21; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 | |
9060 | In publick, at meetings you have been forced to sleep, that an Indian it may be, | In public, At meetings you have been forced to sleep, that an Indian it may be, | p-acp j, p-acp n2 pn22 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi, cst dt jp pn31 vmb vbi, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9061 | if he had stood by would have jogged thee; | if he had stood by would have jogged thee; | cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp vmd vhi vvn pno21; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9062 | therefore pray, Oh help Lord this one time (though I dye) against this one enemy; | Therefore pray, O help Lord this one time (though I die) against this one enemy; | av vvb, uh vvb n1 d crd n1 (cs pns11 vvb) p-acp d crd n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9063 | Thus Paul 1 Cor. 9. ult. Is an immortal crown nothing? will it be no sorrow to you when you awake, to lose eternal rest in God, | Thus Paul 1 Cor. 9. ult. Is an immortal crown nothing? will it be no sorrow to you when you awake, to loose Eternal rest in God, | av np1 crd np1 crd n1. vbz dt j n1 pix? vmb pn31 vbb dx n1 p-acp pn22 c-crq pn22 vvb, pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp np1, | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9064 | for a little rest in thy sloth? Oh therefore beat down thy body; it is the last, hence the worst enemy; | for a little rest in thy sloth? O Therefore beatrice down thy body; it is the last, hence the worst enemy; | p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1? uh av vvd a-acp po21 n1; pn31 vbz dt ord, av dt js n1; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9065 | say as Iudg. 9. 54. What shall I fall by a woman? shall I fall by the worst? why did I oppose lust and pride? oh, because vile; why, this is worse; | say as Judges 9. 54. What shall I fallen by a woman? shall I fallen by the worst? why did I oppose lust and pride? o, Because vile; why, this is Worse; | vvb a-acp np1 crd crd q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1? vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt js? q-crq vdd pns11 vvi n1 cc n1? uh, c-acp j; uh-crq, d vbz jc; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9066 | it is the last, and hence Christ hates it most; | it is the last, and hence christ hates it most; | pn31 vbz dt ord, cc av np1 vvz pn31 av-js; | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9067 | and hath he given strength against any sin, and will he not against this? Oh therefore pray God that you fall not here. | and hath he given strength against any since, and will he not against this? O Therefore pray God that you fallen not Here. | cc vhz pns31 vvn n1 p-acp d n1, cc vmb pns31 xx p-acp d? uh av vvb np1 cst pn22 vvb xx av. | (30) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 25 |
9086 | so while Christs is absent, it is a kind of night (his coming called the day, and the day of the Lord ) because the things of the Lord are hid from men: | so while Christ is absent, it is a kind of night (his coming called the day, and the day of the Lord) Because the things of the Lord Are hid from men: | av n1 npg1 vbz j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 (po31 n-vvg vvn dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1) c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1503 | Page 26 |
9068 | CHAP. VI. Christs absence the cause of security in his Churches. SECT. I. THat Christs absence, or tarrying long from the Churches, is an occasion (though mans corruption) of all security in the Churches. | CHAP. VI. Christ absence the cause of security in his Churches. SECT. I. THat Christ absence, or tarrying long from the Churches, is an occasion (though men corruption) of all security in the Churches. | np1 crd. npg1 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2. n1. np1 cst npg1 n1, cc vvg av-j p-acp dt n2, vbz dt n1 (c-acp vvz n1) pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1498 | Page 26 |
9069 | While Christ delays the Bride Sleepeth; | cs n1 vvz dt n1 vvz; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 | |
9070 | look as it was with the Israelites, when Moses went first from them up to the mount, they had no speech of making a Calf; | look as it was with the Israelites, when Moses went First from them up to the mount, they had no speech of making a Calf; | vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, c-crq np1 vvd ord p-acp pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vhd dx n1 pp-f vvg dt n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9071 | but when he staied long from them, now they make it, and make merry with it; | but when he stayed long from them, now they make it, and make merry with it; | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd av-j p-acp pno32, av pns32 vvb pn31, cc vvi j p-acp pn31; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9072 | so it is here, Exod. 32. 1. The holy Apostle notes this to be in the last days, 2 Pet. 3. 3, 4. Men shall say Where is the promise of his coming? all things remain as they were; | so it is Here, Exod 32. 1. The holy Apostle notes this to be in the last days, 2 Pet. 3. 3, 4. Men shall say Where is the promise of his coming? all things remain as they were; | av pn31 vbz av, np1 crd crd dt j n1 vvz d pc-acp vbi p-acp dt ord n2, crd np1 crd crd, crd n2 vmb vvi c-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg? d n2 vvi c-acp pns32 vbdr; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9073 | and hence scoffers (it may be with the tongue) at least in the heart, | and hence scoffers (it may be with the tongue) At least in the heart, | cc av n2 (pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1) p-acp ds p-acp dt n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9074 | and so walking after their own lusts; | and so walking After their own Lustiest; | cc av vvg p-acp po32 d n2; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9075 | hence Matth. 24. 49. you see an evil servant smite his fellow servants (what is the reasons of divisions between men?) one smites with the tongue, the other with the hand, | hence Matthew 24. 49. you see an evil servant smite his fellow Servants (what is the Reasons of divisions between men?) one smites with the tongue, the other with the hand, | av np1 crd crd pn22 vvb dt j-jn n1 vvi po31 n1 n2 (r-crq vbz dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n2?) pi vvz p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn p-acp dt n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9076 | and the other suffers; ( and to eat and drink with the drunken ) it is a sign of a secure man when (though he falls not into a prophane course, | and the other suffers; (and to eat and drink with the drunken) it is a Signen of a secure man when (though he falls not into a profane course, | cc dt n-jn vvz; (cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j) pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 c-crq (cs pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt j n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9077 | but) he can bear with it in others, to sit by and see others sin without check; | but) he can bear with it in Others, to fit by and see Others since without check; | cc-acp) pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n2-jn, pc-acp vvi p-acp cc vvi n2-jn n1 p-acp n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9078 | what is the cause of this? he saith (not with his tongue, but in his heart, My Lord delays his coming: | what is the cause of this? he Says (not with his tongue, but in his heart, My Lord delays his coming: | q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d? pns31 vvz (xx p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, po11 n1 vvz po31 n-vvg: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9079 | The very scope of the parable i• to shew the sin of men herein, and to prevent it by watchfulness. SECT. II. | The very scope of the parable i• to show the since of men herein, and to prevent it by watchfulness. SECT. II | dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 av, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1. n1. crd | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1500 | Page 26 |
9080 | Quest. HOw and why doth this occasion and breed security? | Quest. HOw and why does this occasion and breed security? | n1. uh-crq cc q-crq vdz d n1 cc vvi n1? | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1501 | Page 26 |
9081 | Answ. 1. In that Christs absence from the world makes him to be much forgotten in the world (out of sight out of minde) especially at those times when men are ready to be overcome by sloth; | Answer 1. In that Christ absence from the world makes him to be much forgotten in the world (out of sighed out of mind) especially At those times when men Are ready to be overcome by sloth; | np1 crd p-acp d npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 (av pp-f n1 av pp-f n1) av-j p-acp d n2 c-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1502 | Page 26 |
9082 | now forgetfulness of God is the beginning of all the deepest security that can fall upon men, Deut. 32. 18, 19, 20. whence the Lord saith, I will hide my face from them, | now forgetfulness of God is the beginning of all the Deepest security that can fallen upon men, Deuteronomy 32. 18, 19, 20. whence the Lord Says, I will hide my face from them, | av n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt js-jn n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp n2, np1 crd crd, crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno32, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1502 | Page 26 |
9083 | so as they shall not see me, but I will see them and what their end shall be, and hence this is made the begining of returning to the Lord, Psa. 22. 27, 28. All Nations shall remember and turn, | so as they shall not see me, but I will see them and what their end shall be, and hence this is made the beginning of returning to the Lord, Psa. 22. 27, 28. All nations shall Remember and turn, | av c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi pno11, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32 cc r-crq po32 n1 vmb vbi, cc av d vbz vvn dt n-vvg pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd d n2 vmb vvi cc vvi, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1502 | Page 26 |
9084 | for the Kingdom is the Lords. Secondly, Because the absence of Christ keeps those things from being seen which should awaken, and which sensibly do awaken; | for the Kingdom is the lords. Secondly, Because the absence of christ keeps those things from being seen which should awaken, and which sensibly do awaken; | p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n2. ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n2 p-acp vbg vvn r-crq vmd vvi, cc r-crq av-j vdb vvi; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1502 | Page 26 |
9085 | that as it is within the night, when there is little noise, and darkness over-spreads all things, it is hard now to be kept from sleep, when the curtains are drawn; | that as it is within the night, when there is little noise, and darkness overspreads all things, it is hard now to be kept from sleep, when the curtains Are drawn; | cst c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz j n1, cc n1 j d n2, pn31 vbz j av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, c-crq dt n2 vbr vvn; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1503 | Page 26 |
9088 | why did men sleep all the Sermon long (which lasted one hundred and twenty years) when Noah preached? because they knew not of the flood; | why did men sleep all the Sermon long (which lasted one hundred and twenty Years) when Noah preached? Because they knew not of the flood; | q-crq vdd n2 vvi d dt n1 av-j (r-crq vvd crd crd cc crd n2) q-crq np1 vvn? c-acp pns32 vvd xx pp-f dt n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1504 | Page 27 |
9089 | so shall it be in the days of Christs coming, men know not what wrath is; | so shall it be in the days of Christ coming, men know not what wrath is; | av vmb pn31 vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, n2 vvb xx r-crq n1 vbz; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1504 | Page 27 |
9090 | the thoughts of this kept Pauls eye waking, 2 Cor. 5. 9, 10, 11, 12. 2. The exceeding riches and weight of glory that shall crown all the Saints; | the thoughts of this kept Paul's eye waking, 2 Cor. 5. 9, 10, 11, 12. 2. The exceeding riches and weight of glory that shall crown all the Saints; | dt n2 pp-f d vvn npg1 vvb vvg, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd crd dt j-vvg n2 cc n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb vvi d dt n2; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1504 | Page 27 |
9091 | hence all the faithful have been abundant both in doing and suffering for the Lord; (2 Cor. 4.) It is not worthy the glory which shall be revealed: | hence all the faithful have been abundant both in doing and suffering for the Lord; (2 Cor. 4.) It is not worthy the glory which shall be revealed: | av d dt j vhb vbn j av-d p-acp vdg cc vvg p-acp dt n1; (crd np1 crd) pn31 vbz xx j dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1505 | Page 27 |
9092 | Hence, Heb. 10. 34. They took joyfully the spoiling of their goods, because they had in heaven a more abiding sustance; | Hence, Hebrew 10. 34. They took joyfully the spoiling of their goods, Because they had in heaven a more abiding substance; | av, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd av-j dt vvg pp-f po32 n2-j, c-acp pns32 vhd p-acp n1 dt av-dc j-vvg n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1505 | Page 27 |
9093 | they overlooked all things here when they saw that. | they overlooked all things Here when they saw that. | pns32 vvd d n2 av c-crq pns32 vvd d. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1505 | Page 27 |
9094 | When these two things are seen (which are the last things that shall continue) it would awaken; | When these two things Are seen (which Are the last things that shall continue) it would awaken; | c-crq d crd n2 vbr vvn (r-crq vbr dt ord n2 cst vmb vvi) pn31 vmd vvi; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1505 | Page 27 |
9095 | but painted fire, and a painted Kingdom never draws a mans heart much; so neither do these work upon securelings; | but painted fire, and a painted Kingdom never draws a men heart much; so neither do these work upon securelings; | cc-acp j-vvn n1, cc dt j-vvn n1 av-x vvz dt ng1 n1 av-d; av av-d vdb d n1 p-acp n2; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1505 | Page 27 |
9096 | or if they do see them, they soon are hid from them again, their light decaying, being not like the morning but declining Sun; | or if they do see them, they soon Are hid from them again, their Light decaying, being not like the morning but declining Sun; | cc cs pns32 vdb vvi pno32, pns32 av vbr vvn p-acp pno32 av, po32 n1 vvg, vbg xx av-j dt n1 p-acp j-vvg n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1505 | Page 27 |
9097 | and though the Saints do see them, yet they are very apt to lose (for a time) the sight of them, especially if the Lord tarrieth; | and though the Saints do see them, yet they Are very apt to loose (for a time) the sighed of them, especially if the Lord tarrieth; | cc cs dt n2 vdb vvi pno32, av pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vvi (c-acp dt n1) dt n1 pp-f pno32, av-j cs dt n1 vvz; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1505 | Page 27 |
9098 | and hence Heb. 10. they had need of patience; but when the day comes who can sleep? | and hence Hebrew 10. they had need of patience; but when the day comes who can sleep? | cc av np1 crd pns32 vhd n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz r-crq vmb vvi? | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1505 | Page 27 |
9099 | Thirdly, In regard of his absence, do things of the world present and keep their glory before the eyes of men; | Thirdly, In regard of his absence, do things of the world present and keep their glory before the eyes of men; | ord, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, vdb n2 pp-f dt n1 j cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9100 | for what is the reason that worldly things (which men in their judgements say are vain) yet they are of such price with men! | for what is the reason that worldly things (which men in their Judgments say Are vain) yet they Are of such price with men! | p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 cst j n2 (r-crq n2 p-acp po32 n2 vvb vbr j) av pns32 vbr pp-f d n1 p-acp n2! | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9101 | It is with them as it is with Glow-worms and Stars that keep their shining, and are very glorious because the Sun is set; | It is with them as it is with Glowworms and Stars that keep their shining, and Are very glorious Because the Sun is Set; | pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2 cc n2 cst vvb po32 j-vvg, cc vbr av j c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9102 | so Christ is hid in his glory, and whilst men are led more by sence than by faith, men doat upon these things; | so christ is hid in his glory, and while men Are led more by sense than by faith, men dote upon these things; | av np1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc cs n2 vbr vvn av-dc p-acp n1 cs p-acp n1, n2 vvb p-acp d n2; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9103 | they know nothing more vain, yet nothing more glorious: | they know nothing more vain, yet nothing more glorious: | pns32 vvb pix av-dc j, av pix av-dc j: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9104 | When Christ comes a man shall see all the world, the honor, comforts, wealth, crowns, greatness of it buried before his eyes; | When christ comes a man shall see all the world, the honour, comforts, wealth, crowns, greatness of it buried before his eyes; | c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 vmb vvi d dt n1, dt n1, n2, n1, n2, n1 pp-f pn31 vvn p-acp po31 n2; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9105 | and when an end of these things shall be seen, now the Lord will be precious; | and when an end of these things shall be seen, now the Lord will be precious; | cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn, av dt n1 vmb vbi j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9106 | as doubtless when they saw the Ark floating upon the water, happy are they that are there might they say; | as doubtless when they saw the Ark floating upon the water, happy Are they that Are there might they say; | c-acp av-j c-crq pns32 vvd dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, j vbr pns32 cst vbr pc-acp n1 pns32 vvb; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9126 | the night cometh wherin no man can work, Ioh. 12. 35, 36. Now what a crossing of the Lord is this? If he should come, thou shouldst be consumed by him; | the night comes wherein no man can work, John 12. 35, 36. Now what a crossing of the Lord is this? If he should come, thou Shouldst be consumed by him; | dt n1 vvz c-crq dx n1 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd, crd av q-crq dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz d? cs pns31 vmd vvi, pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn p-acp pno31; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1509 | Page 18 |
9127 | and if he doth not come, you will grow secure before him. | and if he does not come, you will grow secure before him. | cc cs pns31 vdz xx vvi, pn22 vmb vvi j p-acp pno31. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1509 | Page 18 |
9107 | and hence Mal. 3. ult. those that said the proud were happy, what was the reason of it? but because of this, The day of the Lord was not yet come to make up his Iewels? Now when once the eye is bewitched with the glory of the world, nothing causeth security sooner; | and hence Malachi 3. ult. those that said the proud were happy, what was the reason of it? but Because of this, The day of the Lord was not yet come to make up his Jewels? Now when once the eye is bewitched with the glory of the world, nothing Causes security sooner; | cc av np1 crd n1. d cst vvd dt j vbdr j, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f pn31? cc-acp c-acp pp-f d, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds xx av vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n2? av c-crq a-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pix vvz n1 av-c; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9108 | as strange fancies in the head work a man first asleep: | as strange fancies in the head work a man First asleep: | p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1 ord j: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9109 | Psal. 73. When David beheld the prosperity of the wicked, he began to dislike all Religion, | Psalm 73. When David beheld the Prosperity of the wicked, he began to dislike all Religion, | np1 crd c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi d n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9110 | and to account it simplicity to be holy, until at last he saw the end of these things. | and to account it simplicity to be holy, until At last he saw the end of these things. | cc pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi j, c-acp p-acp ord pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f d n2. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1506 | Page 27 |
9111 | Fourthly, Because in Christs absence men feel not the evil of sin which doth befall them in their security, | Fourthly, Because in Christ absence men feel not the evil of since which does befall them in their security, | ord, c-acp p-acp npg1 n1 n2 vvb xx dt n-jn pp-f n1 r-crq vdz vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1507 | Page 27 |
9112 | nor yet the evil of their own hearts; | nor yet the evil of their own hearts; | ccx av dt n-jn pp-f po32 d n2; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1507 | Page 27 |
9113 | for if men should be presently punished, and smitten by some revenging invisible hand of God upon them after every sin, | for if men should be presently punished, and smitten by Some revenging invisible hand of God upon them After every since, | c-acp cs n2 vmd vbi av-j vvn, cc vvn p-acp d j-vvg j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1507 | Page 27 |
9114 | and as soon as first they begin to sleep, you should never see the heart secure; | and as soon as First they begin to sleep, you should never see the heart secure; | cc c-acp av c-acp ord pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, pn22 vmd av-x vvi dt n1 j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1507 | Page 27 |
9115 | and hence the Devils live in horrors daily, in apprehension of the judgment of the great day; | and hence the Devils live in horrors daily, in apprehension of the judgement of the great day; | cc av dt n2 vvb p-acp n2 av-j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1507 | Page 27 |
9116 | thus it will be at Christs coming, then the secret things of darkness shall be brought to light; | thus it will be At Christ coming, then the secret things of darkness shall be brought to Light; | av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp npg1 n-vvg, av dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1507 | Page 27 |
9117 | but now is a time of forbearance, hence a carnal heart is set to do wickedly, and to go on securely, Eccles. 8. 11. | but now is a time of forbearance, hence a carnal heart is Set to do wickedly, and to go on securely, Eccles. 8. 11. | p-acp av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av dt j n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi av-j, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp av-j, np1 crd crd | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1507 | Page 27 |
9118 | Fifthly, Because while Christ is absent, conscience lyes still most commonly, and seldom is throughly awake, and hence a man sleeps; | Fifthly, Because while christ is absent, conscience lies still most commonly, and seldom is thoroughly awake, and hence a man sleeps; | ord, c-acp cs np1 vbz j, n1 vvz av av-ds av-j, cc av vbz av-j j, cc av dt n1 vvz; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1508 | Page 27 |
9119 | for conscience is the Lords witness, accuser, and notary; now the witness then speaks most fully and clearly when the Judge is come: | for conscience is the lords witness, accuser, and notary; now the witness then speaks most Fully and clearly when the Judge is come: | p-acp n1 vbz dt ng1 n1, n1, cc n1; av dt n1 av vvz ds av-j cc av-j c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1508 | Page 27 |
9120 | Now however God doth awaken some mens consciences throughly in this life, yet it is not universal, | Now however God does awaken Some men's Consciences thoroughly in this life, yet it is not universal, | av c-acp np1 vdz vvi d ng2 n2 av-j p-acp d n1, av pn31 vbz xx j, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1508 | Page 27 |
9121 | but in few, to be thorowly awakened, and hence men are very secure, Isa. 33. 14. Who shall dwell with everlasting burning, & c? SECT. III. HEnce we see the vileness of the hearts of men, |
but in few, to be thoroughly awakened, and hence men Are very secure, Isaiah 33. 14. Who shall dwell with everlasting burning, & c? SECT. III. HEnce we see the vileness of the hearts of men, that christ his absence (which time is given to us to make us watch) should make us secure; | cc-acp p-acp d, pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, cc av n2 vbr av j, np1 crd crd q-crq vmb vvi p-acp j j-vvg, cc sy? n1. np1. av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, cst np1 po31 n1 (r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi) vmd vvi pno12 vvi; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1508 | Page 27 |
9122 | that men should turn day into night, a day of forbearance, into a night of forgetfulness; | that men should turn day into night, a day of forbearance, into a night of forgetfulness; | d n2 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1509 | Page 18 |
9123 | for if the Lord should not delay his coming, how many thousands would be swept away before any peace made with God, | for if the Lord should not Delay his coming, how many thousands would be swept away before any peace made with God, | c-acp cs dt n1 vmd xx vvi po31 n-vvg, c-crq d crd vmd vbi vvn av p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp np1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1509 | Page 18 |
9124 | or before any work finished for God! now he in pity gives such days, delays his coming for this end, | or before any work finished for God! now he in pity gives such days, delays his coming for this end, | cc p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp np1 av pns31 p-acp n1 vvz d n2, n2 po31 n-vvg p-acp d n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1509 | Page 18 |
9125 | and do we thus requite the Lord? 2 Pet. 3. 9. Christ himself doth his work while it is light; | and do we thus requite the Lord? 2 Pet. 3. 9. christ himself does his work while it is Light; | cc vdb pns12 av vvi dt n1? crd np1 crd crd np1 px31 vdz po31 n1 cs pn31 vbz j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1509 | Page 18 |
9148 | where there is the power of grace, it presents things as they are, which shall be so; | where there is the power of grace, it presents things as they Are, which shall be so; | c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz n2 c-acp pns32 vbr, r-crq vmb vbi av; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1512 | Page 18 |
9128 | Hence see the reason why the hearts of men are so secure in times of health and peace, |
Hence see the reason why the hearts of men Are so secure in times of health and peace, but they cry out and look about them in times of sickness, | av vvi dt n1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr av j p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp pns32 vvb av cc vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1510 | Page 18 |
9129 | and when the approach of death is near, because Christ now begins to come, and Christs presence is near in great terror, and severity, and glory; | and when the approach of death is near, Because christ now begins to come, and Christ presence is near in great terror, and severity, and glory; | cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, c-acp np1 av vvz pc-acp vvi, cc npg1 n1 vbz av-j p-acp j n1, cc n1, cc n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1510 | Page 18 |
9130 | but be these are afar off; | but be these Are afar off; | cc-acp vbb d vbr av a-acp; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1510 | Page 18 |
9131 | now the soul begins to see Christ, and how he must shortly stand naked alone (stript of all comforts and friends) before an all-seeing God; | now the soul begins to see christ, and how he must shortly stand naked alone (stripped of all comforts and Friends) before an All-seeing God; | av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi np1, cc c-crq pns31 vmb av-j vvi j j (vvn pp-f d n2 cc n2) p-acp dt j np1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1510 | Page 18 |
9132 | and now they look about for evidence; | and now they look about for evidence; | cc av pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1510 | Page 18 |
9133 | but before, the Lord would not come as yet, he delays his coming, I may live many years and provide thus and thus for my children, &c. Oh men complain of secute careless hearts, | but before, the Lord would not come as yet, he delays his coming, I may live many Years and provide thus and thus for my children, etc. O men complain of secute careless hearts, | cc-acp a-acp, dt n1 vmd xx vvi c-acp av, pns31 vvz po31 n-vvg, pns11 vmb vvi d n2 cc vvi av cc av p-acp po11 n2, av uh n2 vvb pp-f vvi j n2, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1510 | Page 18 |
9134 | and the cause is this, they see not this day a coming. | and the cause is this, they see not this day a coming. | cc dt n1 vbz d, pns32 vvb xx d n1 dt n-vvg. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1510 | Page 18 |
9135 | Hence see one special way to prevent and remove security when it is fallen upon the hearts of any, |
Hence see one special Way to prevent and remove security when it is fallen upon the hearts of any, and that is by daily setting before you the coming of the Lord; | av vvi crd j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, cc d vbz p-acp av-j vvg p-acp pn22 dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9136 | the Apostles penned this, and Saints believe this, 1 Thess. 1. ult. I am perswaded some men have had in their dreams the visions of the Almighty, of which Iob speaks, | the Apostles penned this, and Saints believe this, 1 Thess 1. ult. I am persuaded Some men have had in their dreams the visions of the Almighty, of which Job speaks, | dt n2 vvn d, cc n2 vvb d, crd np1 crd n1. pns11 vbm vvn d n2 vhb vhn p-acp po32 n2 dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn, pp-f r-crq np1 vvz, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9137 | and have been awakened in terror and fear, even with the dream of it; but how would this awaken if seen and beheld whilst indeed you are awake! | and have been awakened in terror and Fear, even with the dream of it; but how would this awaken if seen and beheld while indeed you Are awake! | cc vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; cc-acp q-crq vmd d vvi cs vvn cc vvn cs av pn22 vbr j! | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9138 | Many Monkish spirits have been much awakened in their superstitious way by this; but the spirit of a Paul will be much more; | Many Monkish spirits have been much awakened in their superstitious Way by this; but the Spirit of a Paul will be much more; | av-d j n2 vhb vbn av-d vvn p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp d; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vmb vbi av-d av-dc; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9139 | for by this means he awakened all the world to look about them, 2 Cor. 5. 11. And for himself, this did make him exercise himself, Acts 24. 15, 16. so it will be with you; | for by this means he awakened all the world to look about them, 2 Cor. 5. 11. And for himself, this did make him exercise himself, Acts 24. 15, 16. so it will be with you; | c-acp p-acp d n2 pns31 vvn d dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd cc p-acp px31, d vdd vvi pno31 vvi px31, n2 crd crd, crd av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pn22; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9140 | you will not only be awake your selves, but keep all awake about you; and this is not legal neither thus to do. | you will not only be awake your selves, but keep all awake about you; and this is not Legal neither thus to do. | pn22 vmb xx av-j vbi j po22 n2, cc-acp vvb d j p-acp pn22; cc d vbz xx j av-d av pc-acp vdi. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9141 | It is certain if you complain of security, I dare complain against you, that this is the cause; | It is certain if you complain of security, I Dare complain against you, that this is the cause; | pn31 vbz j cs pn22 vvb pp-f n1, pns11 vvb vvi p-acp pn22, cst d vbz dt n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9142 | you look upon the comming of the Lord as a long time off, and see it not daily; | you look upon the coming of the Lord as a long time off, and see it not daily; | pn22 vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 a-acp, cc vvb pn31 xx j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9143 | it converted some in scoffing Athens to the Fith; much more (if converted) doth it awaken. | it converted Some in scoffing Athens to the Fifth; much more (if converted) does it awaken. | pn31 vvd d p-acp j-vvg np1 p-acp dt zz; d dc (cs vvn) vdz pn31 vvi. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9144 | Let us therefore commend Three things to you. SECT. IV. | Let us Therefore commend Three things to you. SECT. IV. | vvb pno12 av vvi crd n2 p-acp pn22. n1. np1 | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1511 | Page 18 |
9145 | First, MAke the coming of the Lord real, see it real, and set it really (as it shall be) before your eyes: | First, MAke the coming of the Lord real, see it real, and Set it really (as it shall be) before your eyes: | ord, vvb dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 j, vvb pn31 j, cc vvd pn31 av-j (c-acp pn31 vmb vbi) p-acp po22 n2: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1512 | Page 18 |
9146 | Heb. 9. ult. to them that look for him, &c. Why do not men look for him? truly, very few do look for him really; | Hebrew 9. ult. to them that look for him, etc. Why do not men look for him? truly, very few do look for him really; | np1 crd n1. p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp pno31, av q-crq vdb xx n2 vvi p-acp pno31? av-j, av d vdb vvi p-acp pno31 av-j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1512 | Page 18 |
9147 | it is only a report, a noise with many men; | it is only a report, a noise with many men; | pn31 vbz av-j dt n1, dt n1 p-acp d n2; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1512 | Page 18 |
9150 | it is the evidence of things not seen, for otherwise it will never work upon you. | it is the evidence of things not seen, for otherwise it will never work upon you. | pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, p-acp av pn31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pn22. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1512 | Page 23 |
9151 | Especially think on these Four things at that day. | Especially think on these Four things At that day. | av-j vvb p-acp d crd n2 p-acp d n1. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1512 | Page 23 |
9152 | 1. The consuming of all things here in the world, which your hearts are so ready to doat upon, | 1. The consuming of all things Here in the world, which your hearts Are so ready to dote upon, | crd dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 av p-acp dt n1, r-crq po22 n2 vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1513 | Page 23 |
9153 | and of all carnal and fleshly excellencies which you trust unto, 2 Pet. 3. 11. Seeing these things shall be consumed, what manner of persons ought we to be ! | and of all carnal and fleshly excellencies which you trust unto, 2 Pet. 3. 11. Seeing these things shall be consumed, what manner of Persons ought we to be! | cc pp-f d j cc j n2 r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp, crd np1 crd crd vvg d n2 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi! | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1513 | Page 23 |
9154 | If a man that is to make a sea voyage, did know that whatever he brought to shore beside Gold and Pearls, should be consumed as soon as he comes to shore, he would not fraught his ship with those things: | If a man that is to make a sea voyage, did know that whatever he brought to shore beside Gold and Pearls, should be consumed as soon as he comes to shore, he would not fraught his ship with those things: | cs dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1, vdd vvi d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n2, vmd vbi vvn a-acp av c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1513 | Page 23 |
9155 | if men were assured here is a house where you and yours shall be burnt, they would set it elsewhere; | if men were assured Here is a house where you and yours shall be burned, they would Set it elsewhere; | cs n2 vbdr vvn av vbz dt n1 c-crq pn22 cc png22 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmd vvi pn31 av; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1513 | Page 23 |
9156 | men come from one Country to another, because sin will consume. | men come from one Country to Another, Because since will consume. | n2 vvb p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, c-acp n1 vmb vvi. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1513 | Page 23 |
9157 | 2. The amazing glory of Christ Jesus (when Christ shall come as a deliverer to refresh they sad heart) and all his Saints at that day; | 2. The amazing glory of christ jesus (when christ shall come as a deliverer to refresh they sad heart) and all his Saints At that day; | crd dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 np1 (c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pns32 j n1) cc d po31 n2 p-acp d n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1514 | Page 23 |
9158 | look upon Christ as sitting on the clouds of fire, raising the dead, then them that are alive changed in the twinckling of an eye, coming with all his Angels, Heaven left empty of them, | look upon christ as sitting on the Clouds of fire, raising the dead, then them that Are alive changed in the twinkling of an eye, coming with all his Angels, Heaven left empty of them, | vvb p-acp np1 c-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg dt j, av pno32 cst vbr j vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vvg p-acp d po31 n2, n1 vvd j pp-f pno32, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1514 | Page 23 |
9159 | and Saints sitting at his right hand shining like the Sun, so that all the word shall stand amazed at them, | and Saints sitting At his right hand shining like the Sun, so that all the word shall stand amazed At them, | cc n2 vvg p-acp po31 j-jn n1 vvg av-j dt n1, av cst d dt n1 vmb vvi vvn p-acp pno32, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1514 | Page 23 |
9160 | and then, when Judgement is done, up they go to Heaven (the third Heaven) with a shout, | and then, when Judgement is done, up they go to Heaven (the third Heaven) with a shout, | cc av, c-crq n1 vbz vdn, a-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1 (dt ord n1) p-acp dt n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1514 | Page 23 |
9161 | and so be ever with the Lord. And then | and so be ever with the Lord. And then | cc av vbi av p-acp dt n1. cc av | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1514 | Page 23 |
9162 | 3. Consider the fierce wrath upon Reprobates, who shall rise like Toads coming out of their holes in winter time, standing before Christ's Tribunal, crying out of the day that ever they were born, and receiving their final doom; | 3. Consider the fierce wrath upon Reprobates, who shall rise like Toads coming out of their holes in winter time, standing before Christ's Tribunal, crying out of the day that ever they were born, and receiving their final doom; | crd np1 dt j n1 p-acp n2-jn, r-crq vmb vvi av-j n2 vvg av pp-f po32 n2 p-acp n1 n1, vvg p-acp npg1 n1, vvg av pp-f dt n1 cst av pns32 vbdr vvn, cc vvg po32 j n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1515 | Page 23 |
9163 | imagine the silence while the Lord is pronouncing the sentence; and when past, a cry; | imagine the silence while the Lord is pronouncing the sentence; and when past, a cry; | vvb dt n1 cs dt n1 vbz vvg dt n1; cc c-crq j, dt n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1515 | Page 23 |
9164 | and then Christ to depart, and shut up himself in Heaven with his Saints, the Reprobate never to see him nor his face any more; | and then christ to depart, and shut up himself in Heaven with his Saints, the Reprobate never to see him nor his face any more; | cc cs np1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvd a-acp px31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, dt n-jn av-x pc-acp vvi pno31 ccx po31 n1 d av-dc; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1515 | Page 23 |
9165 | are these things tales, fables, notions? if they be, blot out the Scripture; but if real, oh then who can but awake! | Are these things tales, fables, notions? if they be, blot out the Scripture; but if real, o then who can but awake! | vbr d n2 n2, n2, n2? cs pns32 vbb, vvb av dt n1; cc-acp cs j, uh av r-crq vmb cc-acp vvb! | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1515 | Page 23 |
9166 | If God intends mercy to you, the thoughts of these things will awaken you, you shall see them really; | If God intends mercy to you, the thoughts of these things will awaken you, you shall see them really; | cs np1 vvz n1 p-acp pn22, dt n2 pp-f d n2 vmb vvi pn22, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 av-j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1515 | Page 23 |
9167 | if not, they shall awaken you by feeling of them. 4. Consider how many will be found too light at that day. Secondly, Make this day present: | if not, they shall awaken you by feeling of them. 4. Consider how many will be found too Light At that day. Secondly, Make this day present: | cs xx, pns32 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp vvg pp-f pno32. crd np1 c-crq d vmb vbi vvn av j p-acp d n1. ord, vvb d n1 j: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1515 | Page 23 |
9168 | Optick glasses will take within them the present image of things afar off; a Mud-wall cannot give the form of them; | Optic glasses will take within them the present image of things afar off; a Mudwall cannot give the from of them; | n-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 dt j n1 pp-f n2 av a-acp; dt n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1517 | Page 23 |
9169 | so by Faith look at these things that be to come as near for if we see really the Lords coming, | so by Faith look At these things that be to come as near for if we see really the lords coming, | av p-acp n1 vvb p-acp d n2 cst vbb pc-acp vvi c-acp av-j c-acp cs pns12 vvb av-j dt n2 vvg, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1517 | Page 23 |
9172 | It may be the last and great coming of the Lord is not very nigh (although we are doubtless in the last times) but the beginning of this, thy Petty-Sessions before that general Assize, may be nigh. Oh therefore make it present. Quest. | It may be the last and great coming of the Lord is not very High (although we Are doubtless in the last times) but the beginning of this, thy Petty-Sessions before that general Assize, may be High. O Therefore make it present. Quest. | pn31 vmb vbi dt ord cc j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz xx av av-j (cs pns12 vbr av-j p-acp dt ord n2) p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d, po21 n2 p-acp d j n1, vmb vbi av-j. uh av vvb pn31 j. n1. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1517 | Page 23 |
9173 | How shall we make it present? | How shall we make it present? | q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pn31 j? | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1518 | Page 23 |
9174 | Answ. 1. By pondering that speech of Christ, spoken to that end, Matth. 24. 44. In an hour you think not of he comes; | Answer 1. By pondering that speech of christ, spoken to that end, Matthew 24. 44. In an hour you think not of he comes; | np1 crd p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvb xx pp-f pns31 vvz; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1519 | Page 23 |
9175 | so that either thy time is, when thou thinkest it is nigh, and then you attain the thing; | so that either thy time is, when thou Thinkest it is High, and then you attain the thing; | av cst d po21 n1 vbz, c-crq pns21 vv2 pn31 vbz av-j, cc cs pn22 vvb dt n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1519 | Page 23 |
9176 | or when far off, why then is the time, and that he will not come presently is more then you can say; | or when Far off, why then is the time, and that he will not come presently is more then you can say; | cc c-crq av-j a-acp, uh-crq av vbz dt n1, cc cst pns31 vmb xx vvi av-j vbz dc cs pn22 vmb vvi; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1519 | Page 23 |
9177 | you see with wrong eyes, and wrong the Lords patience. 2. By comparing the present time with eternity to come; | you see with wrong eyes, and wrong the lords patience. 2. By comparing the present time with eternity to come; | pn22 vvb p-acp j-jn n2, cc vvi dt n2 n1. crd p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1519 | Page 23 |
9178 | for look as it is with base and little things, look upon them in themselves, they are not base, | for look as it is with base and little things, look upon them in themselves, they Are not base, | c-acp vvb c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j cc j n2, vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp px32, pns32 vbr xx j, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1520 | Page 23 |
9179 | but compared with things excellent, as the Prophet sheweth, Isa. 40. 17. so the time of this life, grant it be never so long, look upon it in self, it is long; | but compared with things excellent, as the Prophet shows, Isaiah 40. 17. so the time of this life, grant it be never so long, look upon it in self, it is long; | cc-acp vvn p-acp n2 j, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd av dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb pn31 vbb av-x av av-j, vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1520 | Page 23 |
9180 | but compared with eternity, it is exceeding short: | but compared with eternity, it is exceeding short: | cc-acp vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vbz av-vvg j: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1520 | Page 23 |
9181 | Set a prick alone and you may perceive it, but when made at the beginning of a line it is scarce perceptible; | Set a prick alone and you may perceive it, but when made At the beginning of a line it is scarce perceptible; | vvb dt n1 av-j cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31, cc-acp c-crq vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz av-j j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1520 | Page 23 |
9182 | this time of life upon which we sit is but a point of eternity: Oh eternity will amaze you, and make this time short, yea, nothing; | this time of life upon which we fit is but a point of eternity: O eternity will amaze you, and make this time short, yea, nothing; | d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: uh n1 vmb vvi pn22, cc vvi d n1 j, uh, pix; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1520 | Page 23 |
9183 | Moses hence forsook Pharoahs honor, because of the pleasures of sin for a season; and Paul calls afflictions short, when he saw the eternal glory which should be revealed: | Moses hence forsook Pharaohs honour, Because of the pleasures of since for a season; and Paul calls afflictions short, when he saw the Eternal glory which should be revealed: | np1 av vvd npg1 n1, c-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; cc np1 vvz n2 j, c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n1 r-crq vmd vbi vvn: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1520 | Page 23 |
9184 | Oh that you could think this time to be as the delivery of a childe by many pangs into the world, | O that you could think this time to be as the delivery of a child by many pangs into the world, | uh cst pn22 vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1520 | Page 30 |
9185 | so you by many sorrows are passing a short passage to eternity. 3. By making earthly things nothing, or not as great things: | so you by many sorrows Are passing a short passage to eternity. 3. By making earthly things nothing, or not as great things: | av pn22 p-acp d n2 vbr vvg dt j n1 p-acp n1. crd p-acp vvg j n2 pix, cc xx p-acp j n2: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1520 | Page 30 |
9186 | A mans friend is night to him, but there be trees and hills between them, | A men friend is night to him, but there be trees and hills between them, | dt ng1 n1 vbz n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1521 | Page 30 |
9187 | and if these were down, or he could get above them, he would easily see and say, Oh I see him coming, he is even at the door, Iames 5. 8. So Christ is nigh unto us, and we to him; | and if these were down, or he could get above them, he would Easily see and say, O I see him coming, he is even At the door, James 5. 8. So christ is High unto us, and we to him; | cc cs d vbdr a-acp, cc pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, pns31 vmd av-j vvi cc vvi, uh pns11 vvb pno31 vvg, pns31 vbz av p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd av np1 vbz av-j p-acp pno12, cc pns12 p-acp pno31; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1521 | Page 30 |
9188 | but the things of the world, mountains, and hills, and cattel, and ground, this and that stands between us and our sight, that we cannot see the Lord; | but the things of the world, Mountains, and hills, and cattle, and ground, this and that Stands between us and our sighed, that we cannot see the Lord; | cc-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n1, d cc d vvz p-acp pno12 cc po12 n1, cst pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1521 | Page 30 |
9189 | these things are so great, that the Lord is little, that though near, we cannot see him; | these things Are so great, that the Lord is little, that though near, we cannot see him; | d n2 vbr av j, cst dt n1 vbz j, cst cs av-j, pns12 vmbx vvi pno31; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1521 | Page 30 |
9190 | now when God cuts down these things at sickness, or when we can get above the world, | now when God cuts down these things At sickness, or when we can get above the world, | av c-crq np1 vvz a-acp d n2 p-acp n1, cc c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1521 | Page 30 |
9191 | now we can see them whiles we look at them as they are, 2 Cor. 4. Prov. 18. 11. The rich mans wealth is a tower in his conceit (all things are swayed by conceit) pull down that, | now we can see them while we look At them as they Are, 2 Cor. 4. Curae 18. 11. The rich men wealth is a tower in his conceit (all things Are swayed by conceit) pull down that, | av pns12 vmb vvi pno32 cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr, crd np1 crd np1 crd crd dt j ng1 n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 (d n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1) vvb a-acp d, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1521 | Page 30 |
9192 | now you make all naked before you to see the Lord nigh. Thirdly, Do this daily; | now you make all naked before you to see the Lord High. Thirdly, Do this daily; | av pn22 vvb d j c-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j. ord, vdb d av-j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1521 | Page 30 |
9193 | else you will grow secure by little and little: | Else you will grow secure by little and little: | av pn22 vmb vvi j p-acp j cc j: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1522 | Page 30 |
9194 | Oh that I could prevail with you to set before you once a day this time! | O that I could prevail with you to Set before you once a day this time! | uh cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 a-acp dt n1 d n1! | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1522 | Page 30 |
9195 | how would it keep your hearts from dreaming and doating upon these things: When any sorrow, that day will refresh; | how would it keep your hearts from dreaming and doting upon these things: When any sorrow, that day will refresh; | q-crq vmd pn31 vvi po22 n2 p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp d n2: c-crq d n1, cst n1 vmb vvi; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1522 | Page 30 |
9196 | 2. When any duty done, that day will recompence ▪ 3. When in want, yet full at that day; | 2. When any duty done, that day will recompense ▪ 3. When in want, yet full At that day; | crd c-crq d n1 vdn, cst n1 vmb vvi ▪ crd c-crq p-acp n1, av j p-acp d n1; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1522 | Page 30 |
9197 | 4. When in misery now, blessed then. | 4. When in misery now, blessed then. | crd c-crq p-acp n1 av, vvn av. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1522 | Page 30 |
9198 | When a man is ready with light and lamp at all watches of the night, oh blessed then! | When a man is ready with Light and lamp At all watches of the night, o blessed then! | c-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, uh j-vvn av! | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1522 | Page 30 |
9199 | you can hardly keep from security and carelesness by this, how will you then do without it? you will die in security. SECT. V. | you can hardly keep from security and carelessness by this, how will you then do without it? you will die in security. SECT. V. | pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d, q-crq vmb pn22 av vdb p-acp pn31? pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1. n1. n1 | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1522 | Page 30 |
9200 | LEt this be a warning to all those who have passed the first age of their Christian life, | LEt this be a warning to all those who have passed the First age of their Christian life, | vvb d vbi dt n1 p-acp d d r-crq vhb vvn dt ord n1 pp-f po32 np1 n1, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 30 |
9201 | after you have waited long and tarried for the Bridegroom, take heed of security, and think this may occasion it, viz. The Bridegrooms delay: | After you have waited long and tarried for the Bridegroom, take heed of security, and think this may occasion it, viz. The Bridegrooms Delay: | c-acp pn22 vhb vvn av-j cc vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb d vmb vvi pn31, n1 dt n2 vvb: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 30 |
9202 | In the first heat of your youthful affections, there's not that danger then as now, lest you grow decrepit, passive and dull; | In the First heat of your youthful affections, there's not that danger then as now, lest you grow decrepit, passive and dull; | p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po22 j n2, pc-acp|vbz xx d n1 av c-acp av, cs pn22 vvb j, j cc j; | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 30 |
9203 | and therefore think, Whatever else I do, I will be sure to keep this door, it shall not come in here, | and Therefore think, Whatever Else I do, I will be sure to keep this door, it shall not come in Here, | cc av vvb, r-crq av pns11 vdb, pns11 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d n1, pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp av, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 30 |
9204 | and yet do we not see men fall here! | and yet do we not see men fallen Here! | cc av vdb pns12 xx vvi n2 vvi av! | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 30 |
9205 | one would think it should not be so in these times, when God calls so many of his servants to Heaven to him, | one would think it should not be so in these times, when God calls so many of his Servants to Heaven to him, | pi vmd vvi pn31 vmd xx vbi av p-acp d n2, c-crq np1 vvz av d pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 30 |
9206 | and is hacking at so many posts and pillars of this Tabernacle; especially considering withal that it is no time to seek great things to your selves: | and is hacking At so many posts and pillars of this Tabernacle; especially considering withal that it is no time to seek great things to your selves: | cc vbz vvg p-acp av d n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1; av-j vvg av cst pn31 vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po22 n2: | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 30 |
9207 | Thou shalt have thy life for a prey (as he said to Baruch ) Who is it that thinks it long to death, that is within a days walk of his grave! | Thou shalt have thy life for a prey (as he said to baruch) Who is it that thinks it long to death, that is within a days walk of his grave! | pns21 vm2 vhi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1) q-crq vbz pn31 cst vvz pn31 av-j p-acp n1, cst vbz p-acp dt n2 vvb pp-f po31 n1! | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 30 |
9208 | Oh if you have your life, you are well; you may be glad of a place to die in. | O if you have your life, you Are well; you may be glad of a place to die in. | uh cs pn22 vhb po22 n1, pn22 vbr av; pn22 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. | (31) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 30 |
9209 | CHAP. V. Of Christs awakning cry before his coming. VERSE 6, 7, 8, 9. | CHAP. V. Of Christ awakening cry before his coming. VERSE 6, 7, 8, 9. | np1 n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg. n1 crd, crd, crd, crd | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1523 | Page 31 |
9210 | And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold the Bridegroom cometh, go ye forth to meet him. | And At midnight there was a cry made, Behold the Bridegroom comes, go you forth to meet him. | cc p-acp n1 a-acp vbds dt n1 vvd, vvb dt n1 vvz, vvb pn22 av pc-acp vvi pno31. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1524 | Page 31 |
9211 | Then all those Virgins arose and trimmed their lamps. | Then all those Virgins arose and trimmed their lamps. | av d d n2 vvd cc vvn po32 n2. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1525 | Page 31 |
9212 | And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oyl, for our lamps are gone out. | And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil, for our lamps Are gone out. | cc dt j vvd p-acp dt j, vvb pno12 pp-f po22 n1, p-acp po12 n2 vbr vvn av. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1526 | Page 31 |
9213 | But the wise answered saying, Not so, lest there be not enough for us and you, | But the wise answered saying, Not so, lest there be not enough for us and you, | p-acp dt j vvd vvg, xx av, cs pc-acp vbb xx av-d p-acp pno12 cc pn22, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1527 | Page 31 |
9214 | but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for your selves. SECT. I. IN these words is set down the preparation made sometime before the Bridegrooms coming, and that is by a Cry that the Bridegroom cometh; and therefore the Churches should meet him: | but go you rather to them that fell, and buy for your selves. SECT. I. IN these words is Set down the preparation made sometime before the Bridegrooms coming, and that is by a Cry that the Bridegroom comes; and Therefore the Churches should meet him: | cc-acp vvb pn22 av-c p-acp pno32 cst vvb, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2. n1. np1 p-acp d n2 vbz vvn a-acp dt n1 vvd av p-acp dt n2 vvg, cc d vbz p-acp dt vvb cst dt n1 vvz; cc av dt n2 vmd vvi pno31: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1527 | Page 31 |
9215 | This is amplified from two things chiefly; First, The time when this Cry was made, and that was at Midnight. | This is amplified from two things chiefly; First, The time when this Cry was made, and that was At Midnight. | d vbz vvn p-acp crd n2 av-jn; ord, dt n1 c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, cc cst vbds p-acp n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1528 | Page 31 |
9216 | Secondly, the effect that this Cry took upon the Virgins, from vers. 8. to 10. What should be meant by this Cry is disputed of by some: | Secondly, the Effect that this Cry took upon the Virgins, from vers. 8. to 10. What should be meant by this Cry is disputed of by Some: | ord, dt n1 cst d n1 vvd p-acp dt n2, p-acp zz. crd p-acp crd q-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1 vbz vvn pp-f p-acp d: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1530 | Page 31 |
9217 | Some think by it is meant the descending of Christ from Heaven with a shout, the voyce of the Arch-Angel and Trump of God: 1 Thess. 4. ult. which (as I do not wholly exclude) because there shall be such a clamor before the Lord comes, | some think by it is meant the descending of christ from Heaven with a shout, the voice of the Arch-Angel and Trump of God: 1 Thess 4. ult. which (as I do not wholly exclude) Because there shall be such a clamor before the Lord comes, | d vvb p-acp pn31 vbz vvn dt vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: crd np1 crd n1. r-crq (c-acp pns11 vdb xx av-jn vvi) c-acp a-acp vmb vbi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1531 | Page 31 |
9218 | as at the giving of the Law; so at the time when the World shall be judged by the Law: | as At the giving of the Law; so At the time when the World shall be judged by the Law: | c-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1; av p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1531 | Page 31 |
9219 | so this circumstance is added (as Par•us and other interpret) in regard of the Parable, which speaks of Christs coming under the similitude of a Wedding solemnized in the night time, according to the custom of those times, who when they came forth out of their several houses to meet one another, a cry and noise is made, the Bridegroom cometh. Now, | so this circumstance is added (as Par•us and other interpret) in regard of the Parable, which speaks of Christ coming under the similitude of a Wedding solemnized in the night time, according to the custom of those times, who when they Come forth out of their several houses to meet one Another, a cry and noise is made, the Bridegroom comes. Now, | av d n1 vbz vvd (c-acp j cc n-jn vvi) p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq c-crq pns32 vvd av av pp-f po32 j n2 pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, dt n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vvz. av, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1531 | Page 31 |
9220 | Quest. What is meant by the coming of the Lord, the Bridegroom? | Quest. What is meant by the coming of the Lord, the Bridegroom? | n1. q-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt n1? | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1532 | Page 31 |
9221 | Answ. The coming of Christ principally here me•nt, is that coming of Christ either to general or particular Judgement in the latter ages of the world. | Answer The coming of christ principally Here me•nt, is that coming of christ either to general or particular Judgement in the latter ages of the world. | np1 dt n-vvg pp-f np1 av-jn av j, vbz d n-vvg pp-f np1 av-d p-acp n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt d n2 pp-f dt n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 31 |
9222 | Then, for when, 2 Thess. 2. 1, 2. they thought the coming of Christ was near; | Then, for when, 2 Thess 2. 1, 2. they Thought the coming of christ was near; | av, c-acp c-crq, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vvd dt n-vvg pp-f np1 vbds j; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 31 |
9223 | no saith he, not till Antichrist is revealed and destroyed; | not Says he, not till Antichrist is revealed and destroyed; | xx vvz pns31, xx p-acp np1 vbz vvn cc vvn; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 31 |
9224 | therefore when Antichrist is discovered and destroyed, and Churches upon this refined, now there remaining no more to be done in this world but Christs coming, all promises being fulfilled except that, | Therefore when Antichrist is discovered and destroyed, and Churches upon this refined, now there remaining no more to be done in this world but Christ coming, all promises being fulfilled except that, | av c-crq np1 vbz vvn cc vvn, cc n2 p-acp d j-vvn, av a-acp j-vvg av-dx dc pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d n1 p-acp npg1 n-vvg, d n2 vbg vvn p-acp d, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 31 |
9225 | so that they live in expectation of that; Christ slaying and not coming so soon, Churches grow secure; | so that they live in expectation of that; christ slaying and not coming so soon, Churches grow secure; | av cst pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f d; np1 vvg cc xx vvg av av, n2 vvb j; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 31 |
9226 | yet before the Lord comes to either judgement he hath his cry: | yet before the Lord comes to either judgement he hath his cry: | av p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz po31 n1: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 32 |
9227 | yet here is to be meant the coming of Christ at other times of the Church when they shall be Virgins; | yet Here is to be meant the coming of christ At other times of the Church when they shall be Virgins; | av av vbz pc-acp vbi vvn dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns32 vmb vbi n2; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 32 |
9228 | and hence a command to watch that concerns and bindes all to be ready against the coming of Christ, | and hence a command to watch that concerns and binds all to be ready against the coming of christ, | cc av dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst vvz cc vvz d pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 32 |
9229 | whether to general or particular Judgement at death, or any other coming of the Lord in this life, either in special mercy to his people, | whither to general or particular Judgement At death, or any other coming of the Lord in this life, either in special mercy to his people, | cs p-acp n1 cc j n1 p-acp n1, cc d j-jn n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, av-d p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 32 |
9230 | or in terror to Hypocrites, Luk. 18. Christs coming to hear prayers, and to avenge himself of his Churches enemies, is a coming. | or in terror to Hypocrites, Luk. 18. Christ coming to hear Prayers, and to avenge himself of his Churches enemies, is a coming. | cc p-acp n1 p-acp n2, np1 crd npg1 vvg pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f po31 ng1 n2, vbz dt n-vvg. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 32 |
9231 | When the Jews shall be called, and Antichrist destroyed, 2 Thess. 2. it is called Christs coming: | When the jews shall be called, and Antichrist destroyed, 2 Thess 2. it is called Christ coming: | c-crq dt np2 vmb vbi vvn, cc np1 vvd, crd np1 crd pn31 vbz vvn npg1 n-vvg: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 32 |
9232 | So the sum is this, look as before the Bridegroom meets the Bride, and cry is made to awaken them to come to meet him; | So the sum is this, look as before the Bridegroom meets the Bride, and cry is made to awaken them to come to meet him; | av dt n1 vbz d, vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno31; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 32 |
9233 | so before Christ comes to his secure Churches to take his people to nearer fellowship with himself in this life, | so before christ comes to his secure Churches to take his people to nearer fellowship with himself in this life, | av p-acp np1 vvz p-acp po31 j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp jc n1 p-acp px31 p-acp d n1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 32 |
9234 | or at death, or at judgement, Christ hath his cry to awaken them. SECT. II. | or At death, or At judgement, christ hath his cry to awaken them. SECT. II | cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, np1 vhz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. n1. crd | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1533 | Page 32 |
9235 | THat before Christs coming to his secure Churches, |
THat before Christ coming to his secure Churches, the Lord will send forth his cry to awaken these Churches, to give warning of, | cst p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp po31 j n2, dt n1 vmb vvi av po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1534 | Page 32 |
9236 | and to make them ready for his coming; | and to make them ready for his coming; | cc pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp po31 n-vvg; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1534 | Page 32 |
9237 | his coming either at last day, or at death, or in this life, to take them into nearer fellowship with himself. | his coming either At last day, or At death, or in this life, to take them into nearer fellowship with himself. | po31 n-vvg d p-acp ord n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp jc n1 p-acp px31. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1534 | Page 32 |
9238 | It is true, Christs coming is at midnight, at a time when one would think he would not come; | It is true, Christ coming is At midnight, At a time when one would think he would not come; | pn31 vbz j, npg1 n-vvg vbz p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pi vmd vvi pns31 vmd xx vvi; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1535 | Page 32 |
9239 | but yet at midnight there is this cry, which prepares and goes before his coming. Quest. What is this cry? | but yet At midnight there is this cry, which prepares and Goes before his coming. Quest. What is this cry? | cc-acp av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz d n1, r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp po31 n-vvg. n1. q-crq vbz d n1? | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1535 | Page 32 |
9240 | Answ. It is not a still voyce, but a loud cry, which hath its effect for which God sends it. | Answer It is not a still voice, but a loud cry, which hath its Effect for which God sends it. | np1 pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, cc-acp dt j n1, r-crq vhz po31 n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pn31. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1537 | Page 32 |
9241 | Now we shall find in Scripture there are two ways by which God doth usually awaken a secure sinner. | Now we shall find in Scripture there Are two ways by which God does usually awaken a secure sinner. | av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi dt j n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1537 | Page 32 |
9242 | First, The cry of the Word. Secondly, The voyce or cry of the Rod ▪ So this Cry of Christ is. | First, The cry of the Word. Secondly, The voice or cry of the Rod ▪ So this Cry of christ is. | ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 ▪ av d n1 pp-f np1 vbz. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1538 | Page 32 |
9243 | First, Sometimes the cry of the Word; | First, Sometime the cry of the Word; | ord, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1540 | Page 32 |
9244 | for thus Iohn (Isa. 40. 3.) is called a Crier, and Prov. 1. 24. Zach. 7. 7, 13. And this is the first course, God takes to awaken, by giving the first honor to the Word; | for thus John (Isaiah 40. 3.) is called a Crier, and Curae 1. 24. Zach 7. 7, 13. And this is the First course, God Takes to awaken, by giving the First honour to the Word; | c-acp av np1 (np1 crd crd) vbz vvn dt n1, cc np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd cc d vbz dt ord n1, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, p-acp vvg dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1540 | Page 32 |
9245 | this is his mercy to see if that will do it. Now it is not every word that will or can awaken; | this is his mercy to see if that will do it. Now it is not every word that will or can awaken; | d vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cs d vmb vdi pn31. av pn31 vbz xx d n1 cst vmb cc vmb vvi; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1540 | Page 32 |
9246 | for many times it makes men more secure (as some can sleep best by the noise of many waters) Isa. 6. 9. When the Lord sent to fat them, he sent Isaiah to preach to them; | for many times it makes men more secure (as Some can sleep best by the noise of many waters) Isaiah 6. 9. When the Lord sent to fat them, he sent Isaiah to preach to them; | p-acp d n2 pn31 vvz n2 av-dc j (c-acp d vmb vvi js p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2) np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32, pns31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1540 | Page 32 |
9247 | however in it self it is a cry of Christ; and seldom doth he come but he gives warning by his Servants the Prophets: | however in it self it is a cry of christ; and seldom does he come but he gives warning by his Servants the prophets: | c-acp p-acp pn31 n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av vdz pns31 vvi cc-acp pns31 vvz vvg p-acp po31 n2 dt n2: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1540 | Page 32 |
9248 | But when it doth awaken, there are these particulars in it that it may awaken. | But when it does awaken, there Are these particulars in it that it may awaken. | cc-acp c-crq pn31 vdz vvi, pc-acp vbr d n2-j p-acp pn31 cst pn31 vmb vvi. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1540 | Page 32 |
9249 | 1. It is a word of Majesty and glory in respect of those that bring it, Iudg. 2. 1. one that preached to them (he was no Angel from Heaven, | 1. It is a word of Majesty and glory in respect of those that bring it, Judges 2. 1. one that preached to them (he was no Angel from Heaven, | crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d cst vvb pn31, np1 crd crd crd cst vvd p-acp pno32 (pns31 vbds dx n1 p-acp n1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 32 |
9250 | for it is not said he came from Heaven, but from Gilgal to B•chim ) why is he called an Angel? because of that Majesty wherewith God clothed him, | for it is not said he Come from Heaven, but from Gilgal to B•chim) why is he called an Angel? Because of that Majesty wherewith God clothed him, | c-acp pn31 vbz xx j-vvn pns31 vvd p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp np1 p-acp np1) q-crq vbz pns31 vvn dt n1? c-acp pp-f d n1 c-crq np1 vvd pno31, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 32 |
9251 | when he came to awaken them; | when he Come to awaken them; | c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 32 |
9252 | for they had made a league with the Canaanites, and they began to vex them it seems, | for they had made a league with the Canaanites, and they began to vex them it seems, | c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt np2, cc pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 pn31 vvz, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 32 |
9253 | and he comes to tell them they should do so still, and God set on this with majesty upon their hearts, | and he comes to tell them they should do so still, and God Set on this with majesty upon their hearts, | cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 pns32 vmd vdi av av, cc np1 vvn p-acp d p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 32 |
9254 | and hence they fell to weeping: | and hence they fell to weeping: | cc av pns32 vvd p-acp vvg: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 32 |
9255 | And this is usual with the Lord, wherein he hath a time when he will awaken men to purpose, he puts a spirit of glory and majesty upon his servants more than usually, that the most secure shall see more than a man, they shall see the spirit of glory sparkling, and shining thorow such Lanthorns; | And this is usual with the Lord, wherein he hath a time when he will awaken men to purpose, he puts a Spirit of glory and majesty upon his Servants more than usually, that the most secure shall see more than a man, they shall see the Spirit of glory sparkling, and shining thorough such Lanthorns; | cc d vbz j p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n2 av-dc cs av-j, cst dt av-ds j vmb vvi av-dc cs dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg, cc vvg p-acp d n2; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 32 |
9256 | as when God intends to harden a man in security, or leave him for a time, | as when God intends to harden a man in security, or leave him for a time, | c-acp c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 32 |
9257 | then he shall despise the Messengers of God, and see no more but man, and shall have strange opinions of them; | then he shall despise the Messengers of God, and see no more but man, and shall have strange opinions of them; | cs pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvb av-dx dc p-acp n1, cc vmb vhi j n2 pp-f pno32; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 32 |
9258 | and hence Rev. 11. when witnesses are raised up again to confound Antichristian Doctrines, the Spirit of life from God entred into them, that great fear and aw fell upon all that saw them; | and hence Rev. 11. when Witnesses Are raised up again to confound Antichristian Doctrines, the Spirit of life from God entered into them, that great Fear and awe fell upon all that saw them; | cc av n1 crd c-crq n2 vbr vvn a-acp av pc-acp vvi jp n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vvd p-acp pno32, cst j n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp d cst vvd pno32; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 33 |
9259 | such light shall shine through these curtains, that men shall not sleep. | such Light shall shine through these curtains, that men shall not sleep. | d n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, cst n2 vmb xx vvi. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1541 | Page 33 |
9260 | Secondly, It is a word of discovery, and that of some secret hidden vein of sin, which men never knew before; | Secondly, It is a word of discovery, and that of Some secret hidden vein of since, which men never knew before; | ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d pp-f d j-jn j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, r-crq n2 av-x vvd a-acp; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1542 | Page 33 |
9261 | for when a man is once grown secure, it is wonderful to see that torpour that lies upon a mans spirit, a most palpable and plain sin which may be smelt and felt, | for when a man is once grown secure, it is wondered to see that torpour that lies upon a men Spirit, a most palpable and plain since which may be smelled and felt, | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp vvn j, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1, dt av-ds j cc j n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1542 | Page 33 |
9262 | yet it is not felt by himself, like him that sleeps when the ship is sinking, he knows it not; | yet it is not felt by himself, like him that sleeps when the ship is sinking, he knows it not; | av pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp px31, vvb pno31 cst vvz c-crq dt n1 vbz vvg, pns31 vvz pn31 xx; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1542 | Page 33 |
9263 | now when the Lord doth awaken, he doth it by such a discovery, and this makes them look about them, Hag. 1. 67, 8, 9, 12. because of my house which is waste. | now when the Lord does awaken, he does it by such a discovery, and this makes them look about them, Hag. 1. 67, 8, 9, 12. Because of my house which is waste. | av c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp d dt n1, cc d vvz pno32 vvi p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd c-acp pp-f po11 n1 r-crq vbz n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1542 | Page 33 |
9264 | Thirdly, It is a word of terror, that burns as well as shines, that so they may indeed be awakened; | Thirdly, It is a word of terror, that burns as well as shines, that so they may indeed be awakened; | ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz a-acp av c-acp vvz, cst av pns32 vmb av vbi vvn; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1543 | Page 33 |
9265 | for though Stephens face shines like an Angel, and he singles them out, Oh ye stiff-necked; yet the terror of God not falling upon them, they are secure still: | for though Stephen's face shines like an Angel, and he singles them out, O you Stiffnecked; yet the terror of God not falling upon them, they Are secure still: | c-acp cs np1 n1 vvz av-j dt n1, cc pns31 vvz pno32 av, uh pn22 j; av dt n1 pp-f np1 xx vvg p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr j av: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1543 | Page 33 |
9266 | But now when the Lord makes his Word full of terror, it awakens them. 1 Sam. 12. They would have a King; | But now when the Lord makes his Word full of terror, it awakens them. 1 Sam. 12. They would have a King; | cc-acp av c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 j pp-f n1, pn31 vvz pno32. crd np1 crd pns32 vmd vhi dt n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1543 | Page 33 |
9267 | they were told of their sorrows; and hence they feared the Lord and Samuel; and now were awakened to see that which they never saw; | they were told of their sorrows; and hence they feared the Lord and Samuel; and now were awakened to see that which they never saw; | pns32 vbdr vvn pp-f po32 n2; cc av pns32 vvd dt n1 cc np1; cc av vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns32 av-x vvd; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1543 | Page 33 |
9268 | God helpt forward the terror of expecting of some outward misery. | God helped forward the terror of expecting of Some outward misery. | np1 vvd av-j dt n1 pp-f vvg pp-f d j n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1543 | Page 33 |
9269 | Fourthly, A word of power to awaken some or other among the Churches, and this makes all the rest to look about them, | Fourthly, A word of power to awaken Some or other among the Churches, and this makes all the rest to look about them, | ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d cc n-jn p-acp dt n2, cc d vvz d dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1544 | Page 33 |
9270 | as usually when the Word comes with never such terror and majesty, we shall see men fall asleep again, without they see the effect of it in some, | as usually when the Word comes with never such terror and majesty, we shall see men fallen asleep again, without they see the Effect of it in Some, | c-acp av-j c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp av-x d n1 cc n1, pns12 vmb vvi n2 vvb j av, p-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1544 | Page 33 |
9272 | like some that are asleep, when they see others up, What do I here? Isa. 40. The Lord shews how he comforts his people; | like Some that Are asleep, when they see Others up, What do I Here? Isaiah 40. The Lord shows how he comforts his people; | av-j d cst vbr j, c-crq pns32 vvb n2-jn p-acp, q-crq vdb pns11 av? np1 crd dt n1 vvz c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1544 | Page 33 |
9273 | First it is by the cryer; and then Verse 9. 10. it is by Ierusalem: When Samaria generally received the Word, then Simon also believed; | First it is by the crier; and then Verse 9. 10. it is by Ierusalem: When Samaria generally received the Word, then Simon also believed; | ord pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1; cc av vvb crd crd pn31 vbz p-acp np1: c-crq np1 av-j vvd dt n1, av np1 av vvd; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1544 | Page 33 |
9274 | when the Jew begins to look toward the Lord, ten men shall take hold of their skirts ▪ and say, The Lord is with you, Zach. 8. 23. Sometimes this is the cry before Christs coming, | when the Jew begins to look towards the Lord, ten men shall take hold of their skirts ▪ and say, The Lord is with you, Zach 8. 23. Sometime this is the cry before Christ coming, | c-crq dt np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, crd n2 vmb vvi n1 pp-f po32 n2 ▪ cc vvi, dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22, np1 crd crd av d vbz dt n1 p-acp npg1 n-vvg, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1544 | Page 33 |
9275 | and yet men may shake off their fears, despise the light: Hence the Lord hath a second Cry, and that is SECT. III. | and yet men may shake off their fears, despise the Light: Hence the Lord hath a second Cry, and that is SECT. III. | cc av n2 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n2, vvb dt n1: av dt n1 vhz dt ord n1, cc d vbz n1. np1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1544 | Page 33 |
9276 | Secondly, THE Cry of the Rod; | Secondly, THE Cry of the Rod; | ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1545 | Page 33 |
9277 | for there is a loud voyce in every Rod, which many times those that are most secure, must and shall hear, Psalm 2. 5. He shall speak to them in his wrath, Micah 6. 9. Now what are these? (I speak not to secure persons alone, we know how the Lord doth exercise them, | for there is a loud voice in every Rod, which many times those that Are most secure, must and shall hear, Psalm 2. 5. He shall speak to them in his wrath, micah 6. 9. Now what Are these? (I speak not to secure Persons alone, we know how the Lord does exercise them, | c-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq d n2 d cst vbr av-ds j, vmb cc vmb vvi, n1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd av q-crq vbr d? (pns11 vvb xx p-acp j n2 av-j, pns12 vvb c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi pno32, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1545 | Page 33 |
9278 | but how he speaks to secure Churches) sometimes he hath lesser blows; | but how he speaks to secure Churches) sometime he hath lesser blows; | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j n2) av pns31 vhz jc n2; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1545 | Page 33 |
9279 | but he that is not awakened by the Word and the cry of that, is seldom awakened by the cry of smaller evils; | but he that is not awakened by the Word and the cry of that, is seldom awakened by the cry of smaller evils; | cc-acp pns31 cst vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d, vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n2-jn; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1545 | Page 33 |
9280 | he may be startled, but seeing his pillow is still soft, he must bear it, and cannot amend it, he sleeps again. | he may be startled, but seeing his pillow is still soft, he must bear it, and cannot amend it, he sleeps again. | pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp vvg po31 n1 vbz av j, pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cc vmbx vvi pn31, pns31 vvz av. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1545 | Page 33 |
9281 | Now the things whereby the Lord doth and will awaken are Two. | Now the things whereby the Lord does and will awaken Are Two. | av dt n2 c-crq dt n1 vdz cc vmb vvi vbr np1 | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1545 | Page 33 |
9282 | First, By bringing Churches into great extremities and distress, that they know not what to do, scattering them one from another in woods where they know not what to do for bread. | First, By bringing Churches into great extremities and distress, that they know not what to do, scattering them one from Another in woods where they know not what to do for bred. | ord, p-acp vvg n2 p-acp j n2 cc n1, cst pns32 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, vvg pno32 pi p-acp n-jn p-acp n2 c-crq pns32 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1546 | Page 33 |
9283 | Iudges 6. the Midianites prevailed against them seven years, untill they fled to Dens like beasts hunted up and down, | Judges 6. the midianites prevailed against them seven Years, until they fled to Dens like beasts hunted up and down, | n2 crd dt np2 vvn p-acp pno32 crd n2, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp n2 av-j n2 vvn a-acp cc a-acp, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1546 | Page 33 |
9284 | and at last they have no bread, but begged, and their cattel destroyed; | and At last they have no bred, but begged, and their cattle destroyed; | cc p-acp ord pns32 vhb dx n1, cc-acp vvd, cc po32 n2 vvn; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1546 | Page 33 |
9285 | Verse 6. Now they cry unto the Lord because of the Midianites, and he sent a Prophet to make them cry for their sin; | Verse 6. Now they cry unto the Lord Because of the midianites, and he sent a Prophet to make them cry for their since; | vvb crd av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-acp pp-f dt np2, cc pns31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi p-acp po32 n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1546 | Page 33 |
9286 | for this is the nature of a secure heart, while it hath any thing to ease it, it will not be awakened throughly, | for this is the nature of a secure heart, while it hath any thing to ease it, it will not be awakened thoroughly, | p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cs pn31 vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn av-j, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1546 | Page 33 |
9287 | if it be in a sleeping vain; and hence the Lord distresseth them; | if it be in a sleeping vain; and hence the Lord distresseth them; | cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j-vvg j; cc av dt n1 vvz pno32; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1546 | Page 33 |
9288 | hence Mat. 24. 29, 30. after Antichristian tribulation shall there be worse? yes, after that Sun and Moon shall be darkned, i. e. | hence Mathew 24. 29, 30. After Antichristian tribulation shall there be Worse? yes, After that Sun and Moon shall be darkened, i. e. | av np1 crd crd, crd p-acp jp n1 vmb a-acp vbi av-jc? uh, c-acp d n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn, uh. sy. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1546 | Page 34 |
9289 | there shall be a confusion of all things (for it is the language of the Eastern Countries so to express it,) Dan. 12. 1, 2. | there shall be a confusion of all things (for it is the language of the Eastern Countries so to express it,) Dan. 12. 1, 2. | a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2 (c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 av pc-acp vvi pn31,) np1 crd crd, crd | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1546 | Page 34 |
9290 | Secondly, By ruin•ting of Churches, breaking the Candlesticks, quenching the lights, delivering them to spoylers, until the Land be almost left without inhabitant, some slain, some carried into captivity; | Secondly, By ruin•ting of Churches, breaking the Candlesticks, quenching the lights, delivering them to spoilers, until the Land be almost left without inhabitant, Some slave, Some carried into captivity; | ord, p-acp vvg pp-f n2, vvg dt n2, vvg dt n2, vvg pno32 p-acp n2, c-acp dt n1 vbb av vvn p-acp n1, d vvn, d vvn p-acp n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1547 | Page 34 |
9291 | and now conscience cryes, Word cryes, and Rod cryes aloud to awaken them, Isa. 6. 9. Go and make this peoples heart fat; | and now conscience cries, Word cries, and Rod cries aloud to awaken them, Isaiah 6. 9. Go and make this peoples heart fat; | cc av n1 vvz, n1 vvz, cc n1 vvz av pc-acp vvi pno32, np1 crd crd vvb cc vvi d ng1 n1 j; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1547 | Page 34 |
9292 | Lord how long? until their house be desolate; | Lord how long? until their house be desolate; | n1 c-crq av-j? p-acp po32 n1 vbb j; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1547 | Page 34 |
9293 | and then you hear of the sparing of a little remnant whom the Lord awakens, Amos 6. you see them secure, Verse 7, 8, 9. there's captivitie and plagues to destroy families; | and then you hear of the sparing of a little remnant whom the Lord awakens, Amos 6. you see them secure, Verse 7, 8, 9. there's captivity and plagues to destroy families; | cc cs pn22 vvb pp-f dt j-vvg pp-f dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd pn22 vvb pno32 vvi, vvb crd, crd, crd pc-acp|vbz n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi n2; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1547 | Page 34 |
9294 | will the Lord deal so with Iacob, the most excellent people under Heaven? yea, saith the Lord, I abhor them, | will the Lord deal so with Iacob, the most excellent people under Heaven? yea, Says the Lord, I abhor them, | vmb dt n1 vvb av p-acp np1, dt av-ds j n1 p-acp n1? uh, vvz dt n1, pns11 vvb pno32, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1547 | Page 34 |
9295 | and when you see them on the banks of Babylon, then they remember Sion, Levit. 26. 39, 40. SECT. IV. BEcause it is so difficult to awaken one throughly; | and when you see them on the banks of Babylon, then they Remember Sion, Levit. 26. 39, 40. SECT. IV. Because it is so difficult to awaken one thoroughly; | cc c-crq pn22 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cs pns32 vvb np1, np1 crd crd, crd n1. np1 c-acp pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi pi av-j; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1547 | Page 34 |
9296 | no bonds (next to death) so strong to keep men under as security; and hence Ephesians 5. 14. sleeping and being among the dead Are joined together; | av-dx n2 (ord p-acp n1) av j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp p-acp n1; cc av np1 crd crd j-vvg cc vbg p-acp dt j vbr vvn av; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1548 | Page 34 | |
9297 | and hence the Lord will cry, and if the Word cannot, the cry of the Rod must and shall. | and hence the Lord will cry, and if the Word cannot, the cry of the Rod must and shall. | cc av dt n1 vmb vvi, cc cs dt n1 vmbx, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb cc vmb. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1548 | Page 34 |
9298 | In regard of the people of God, who are secure with them that are vile in secure Churches; | In regard of the people of God, who Are secure with them that Are vile in secure Churches; | p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr j p-acp pno32 cst vbr j p-acp j n2; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1549 | Page 34 |
9299 | if the Lord had none among them, he would come without crying; but Because they Are there among them, the Lord will awaken; | cs dt n1 vhd pix p-acp pno32, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp vvg; cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr a-acp p-acp pno32, dt n1 vmb vvi; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1549 | Page 34 | |
9300 | but if any do, it is chiefly for their sakes; | but if any do, it is chiefly for their sakes; | cc-acp cs d vdb, pn31 vbz av-jn p-acp po32 n2; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1549 | Page 34 |
9301 | for though the Lord do pardon and wash away his peoples sins, yet they come not to the f••ition of pardon without faith, | for though the Lord do pardon and wash away his peoples Sins, yet they come not to the f••ition of pardon without faith, | c-acp cs dt n1 vdb vvi cc vvi av po31 ng1 n2, av pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1549 | Page 34 |
9302 | and this faith is never severed from repentance; | and this faith is never severed from Repentance; | cc d n1 vbz av-x vvn p-acp n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1549 | Page 34 |
9303 | and hence the Lord will not come upon them unawares before he hath broken their hearts (not from infirmities, | and hence the Lord will not come upon them unawares before he hath broken their hearts (not from infirmities, | cc av dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32 av-j a-acp pns31 vhz vvn po32 n2 (xx p-acp n2, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1549 | Page 34 |
9304 | for they will last till death, but) broken their hearts for and with their iniquity, their chief sin. | for they will last till death, but) broken their hearts for and with their iniquity, their chief since. | c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp) vvn po32 n2 p-acp cc p-acp po32 n1, po32 j-jn n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1549 | Page 34 |
9305 | In regard of Christ himself, |
In regard of christ himself, that so he may be received with esteem, and attended upon with all respect; | p-acp n1 pp-f np1 px31, cst av pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp p-acp d n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1550 | Page 34 |
9306 | for let the Lord shew never so much kindness to a •ecure •inner, he is not esteemed, he is forgotten, buried like a dead carkass (a dead Christ) out of doors; | for let the Lord show never so much kindness to a •ecure •inner, he is not esteemed, he is forgotten, buried like a dead carcase (a dead christ) out of doors; | c-acp vvb dt n1 vvi av-x av av-d n1 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbz xx vvn, pns31 vbz vvn, vvn av-j dt j n1 (dt j np1) av pp-f n2; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1550 | Page 34 |
9307 | as it is with men that ••eep, let the King stand by them, provide never so much for them they regard it not; | as it is with men that ••eep, let the King stand by them, provide never so much for them they regard it not; | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2 cst vvb, vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32, vvb av-x av av-d c-acp pno32 pns32 vvb pn31 xx; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1550 | Page 34 |
9308 | so Deut, 32. 15. Therefore we shall finde the Lord never comes to his people, but he comes then when he is esteemed; | so Deuteronomy, 32. 15. Therefore we shall find the Lord never comes to his people, but he comes then when he is esteemed; | av vvb, crd crd av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 av-x vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz av c-crq pns31 vbz vvn; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1550 | Page 34 |
9309 | first the Lord works the esteem, and then comes, Matth. 23. ult. Christ departs till men say, Blessed be he that 〈 ◊ 〉 in the name of the Lord. SECT. V. HEnce we may see the dangerous condition of all those that fall into a secure condition, |
First the Lord works the esteem, and then comes, Matthew 23. ult. christ departs till men say, Blessed be he that 〈 ◊ 〉 in the name of the Lord. SECT. V. HEnce we may see the dangerous condition of all those that fallen into a secure condition, and so die. | ord dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc av vvz, np1 crd n1. np1 vvz p-acp n2 vvb, vvn vbb pns31 cst 〈 sy 〉 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. n1. n1 av pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d d cst vvb p-acp dt j n1, cc av vvi. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1550 | Page 34 |
9310 | 1. That have been once very forward, affectionate, strict, tender, &c. but now their lamp is out. | 1. That have been once very forward, affectionate, strict, tender, etc. but now their lamp is out. | crd d vhb vbn a-acp av av-j, j, j, j, av p-acp av po32 n1 vbz av. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1552 | Page 34 |
9311 | 2. That have kept themselves and their hearts from soil, their lamps bright, but now though their hearts contract soil every day, they are settled upon the Lees, | 2. That have kept themselves and their hearts from soil, their lamps bright, but now though their hearts contract soil every day, they Are settled upon the Lees, | crd d vhb vvn px32 cc po32 n2 p-acp n1, po32 n2 j, cc-acp av c-acp po32 n2 vvb n1 d n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1553 | Page 34 |
9312 | and their scent is in them, and their lamp never drest. | and their scent is in them, and their lamp never dressed. | cc po32 n1 vbz p-acp pno32, cc po32 n1 av-x vvn. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1553 | Page 34 |
9313 | 3. That did once delight in approaching nigh to Christ in his Ordinances, in going forth in them to meet the Bridegroom; | 3. That did once delight in approaching High to christ in his Ordinances, in going forth in them to meet the Bridegroom; | crd d vdd a-acp vvi p-acp vvg av-j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp vvg av p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9314 | but now they not onely neglect this, but take delight therein, and rest upon their neglect; | but now they not only neglect this, but take delight therein, and rest upon their neglect; | cc-acp av pns32 xx av-j vvi d, cc-acp vvb n1 av, cc n1 p-acp po32 n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9315 | as a sleepy man takes his delight, not in his work, but in the neglect of it; | as a sleepy man Takes his delight, not in his work, but in the neglect of it; | c-acp dt j n1 vvz po31 n1, xx p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9316 | and though their hearts tell them of this, yet they go on their way, and dye so; | and though their hearts tell them of this, yet they go on their Way, and die so; | cc cs po32 n2 vvb pno32 pp-f d, av pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi av; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9317 | what shall we think of them? I will not absolutely determine, but they give shrewd signs, that they are fallen into a dead sleep: | what shall we think of them? I will not absolutely determine, but they give shrewd Signs, that they Are fallen into a dead sleep: | q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pp-f pno32? pns11 vmb xx av-j vvi, cc-acp pns32 vvb j n2, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9318 | For the Lord will awaken his Virgins before his coming; | For the Lord will awaken his Virgins before his coming; | c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n-vvg; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9319 | nay, he will awaken very many others for their sakes, rather than they shall be secure; | nay, he will awaken very many Others for their sakes, rather than they shall be secure; | uh-x, pns31 vmb vvi av d n2-jn p-acp po32 n2, av-c cs pns32 vmb vbi j; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9320 | Look as it was with Christ, the nearer he came to his end, the more enlarged, and heavenly, and spiritual; | Look as it was with christ, the nearer he Come to his end, the more enlarged, and heavenly, and spiritual; | vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, dt av-jc pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, dt av-dc vvn, cc j, cc j; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9321 | so it is with them that have the Spirit of Christ: | so it is with them that have the Spirit of christ: | av pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vhb dt n1 pp-f np1: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9322 | Who are the Servants whom Christ shall bless at his coming? Luke 12. 37. Blessed are those that shall be found watching; | Who Are the Servants whom christ shall bless At his coming? Lycia 12. 37. Blessed Are those that shall be found watching; | r-crq vbr dt n2 r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg? av crd crd vvn vbr d cst vmb vbi vvn vvg; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9323 | That look as there is no smaller evil, but usually before it, comes the Lord and gives warning; | That look as there is no smaller evil, but usually before it, comes the Lord and gives warning; | cst vvb c-acp pc-acp vbz dx jc n-jn, cc-acp av-j c-acp pn31, vvz dt n1 cc vvz n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9324 | so the greatest and last evil Death, that so they may prepare for that; | so the greatest and last evil Death, that so they may prepare for that; | av dt js cc ord j-jn n1, cst av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9325 | as Paul, 2 Tim. 4. 5, 6, 7. The time of my departing is at hand (how could Paul tell that?) the Lord gave him secret hints of it, he could smell that state before he saw it or touched it; | as Paul, 2 Tim. 4. 5, 6, 7. The time of my departing is At hand (how could Paul tell that?) the Lord gave him secret hints of it, he could smell that state before he saw it or touched it; | c-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd dt n1 pp-f po11 n-vvg vbz p-acp n1 (q-crq vmd np1 vvb d?) dt n1 vvd pno31 j-jn n2 pp-f pn31, pns31 vmd vvi d n1 c-acp pns31 vvd pn31 cc vvd pn31; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9326 | he could observe by the course and c•ncurrence of providences; now my course is finished, the corn is gathered, all in Asia forsake me; | he could observe by the course and c•ncurrence of providences; now my course is finished, the corn is gathered, all in Asia forsake me; | pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; av po11 n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn, d p-acp np1 vvb pno11; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9327 | so the Lord doth many times unto his people; however he doth keep them watchful: Oh consider it therefore, you that are secure, if the Word now doth not awaken, | so the Lord does many times unto his people; however he does keep them watchful: O Consider it Therefore, you that Are secure, if the Word now does not awaken, | av dt n1 vdz d n2 p-acp po31 n1; c-acp pns31 vdz vvi pno32 j: uh vvb pn31 av, pn22 cst vbr j, cs dt n1 av vdz xx vvi, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9328 | yet when thy sick bed comes, and death appears, remember this truth; But remember it now, I carry the brand of a Reprobate upon me. | yet when thy sick Bed comes, and death appears, Remember this truth; But Remember it now, I carry the brand of a Reprobate upon me. | av c-crq po21 j n1 vvz, cc n1 vvz, vvb d n1; cc-acp vvb pn31 av, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn p-acp pno11. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1554 | Page 35 |
9329 | Hence see what little cause any man hath to take pleasure in his security; | Hence see what little cause any man hath to take pleasure in his security; | av vvi r-crq j n1 d n1 vhz p-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 |
9330 | no pleasure in any since (especially to a holy heart) as of the since of security; | dx n1 p-acp d n1 (av-j p-acp dt j n1) c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 | |
9331 | for if a man takes pleasure in his cups, or in his course company, or in dancing, | for if a man Takes pleasure in his cups, or in his course company, or in dancing, | c-acp cs dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp po31 n1 n1, cc p-acp vvg, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 |
9332 | as Herod, or in gaming, &c. conscience will give him knocks, to every bit he snatcheth here; | as Herod, or in gaming, etc. conscience will give him knocks, to every bit he snatches Here; | c-acp np1, cc p-acp n-vvg, av n1 vmb vvi pno31 vvz, p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz av; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 |
9333 | there's honey, but then a sting in them also; But now when a mans carriage is fair, outward duties performed, conscience is quiet; | there's honey, but then a sting in them also; But now when a men carriage is fair, outward duties performed, conscience is quiet; | pc-acp|vbz n1, cc-acp av dt n1 p-acp pno32 av; cc-acp av c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz j, j n2 vvn, n1 vbz j-jn; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 |
9334 | when a man hath been at work, he thinks in conscience he may sleep; for deepest, sweetest security comes after most work we have done; | when a man hath been At work, he thinks in conscience he may sleep; for Deepest, Sweetest security comes After most work we have done; | c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi; c-acp js-jn, js n1 vvz p-acp ds n1 pns12 vhb vdn; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 |
9335 | it is but a neglect, a slip, which I hope to recover out of one day; | it is but a neglect, a slip, which I hope to recover out of one day; | pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, dt n1, r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av pp-f crd n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 |
9336 | it is not an unlawful thing, but a lawful that I quiet my heart upon: | it is not an unlawful thing, but a lawful that I quiet my heart upon: | pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, cc-acp dt j cst pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 |
9337 | Now I have good company, freedom from dangers, Ordinances, curtains drawn about me, the best sleep with me; | Now I have good company, freedom from dangers, Ordinances, curtains drawn about me, the best sleep with me; | av pns11 vhb j n1, n1 p-acp n2, n2, n2 vvn p-acp pno11, dt js n1 p-acp pno11; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 |
9338 | and what hurt is here? but see the little cause you have to sleep, especially in this Country. | and what hurt is Here? but see the little cause you have to sleep, especially in this Country. | cc r-crq n1 vbz av? cc-acp vvb dt j n1 pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi, av-j p-acp d n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1555 | Page 35 |
9339 | First, It will not be your rest alwayes, for there must and will come a cry; | First, It will not be your rest always, for there must and will come a cry; | ord, pn31 vmb xx vbi po22 n1 av, c-acp pc-acp vmb cc vmb vvi dt n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1556 | Page 35 |
9340 | Moses took but little delight in Pharaoh's pleasures, they were but for a season; | Moses took but little delight in Pharaoh's pleasures, they were but for a season; | np1 vvd p-acp j n1 p-acp npg1 n2, pns32 vbdr cc-acp p-acp dt n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1556 | Page 35 |
9341 | and therefore as the Lord there said, Micah 2. 10. Depart, this is not your rest. | and Therefore as the Lord there said, micah 2. 10. Depart, this is not your rest. | cc av c-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd, np1 crd crd vvb, d vbz xx po22 n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1556 | Page 35 |
9342 | Secondly, If the Word doth not awaken you out of it, your cold prayers, your heartless hearing, your careless walking with God, that your lamps be not burning (burning love to the Lord and his people, shining holiness, | Secondly, If the Word does not awaken you out of it, your cold Prayers, your heartless hearing, your careless walking with God, that your lamps be not burning (burning love to the Lord and his people, shining holiness, | ord, cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn22 av pp-f pn31, po22 j-jn n2, po22 j n-vvg, po22 j n-vvg p-acp np1, cst po22 n2 vbb xx vvg (vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1, vvg n1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 35 |
9343 | so as others may walk after your light, and be glad to follow you) that present pleasure you take is the rotten wood that breeds the worm of a gnawing conscience, | so as Others may walk After your Light, and be glad to follow you) that present pleasure you take is the rotten wood that breeds the worm of a gnawing conscience, | av c-acp n2-jn vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi pn22) cst j n1 pn22 vvb vbz dt j-vvn n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 35 |
9344 | when in the time of your trouble, it shall say, What hath your idleness gained to you? and it is the fore-runner of misery; | when in the time of your trouble, it shall say, What hath your idleness gained to you? and it is the forerunner of misery; | c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, pn31 vmb vvi, q-crq vhz po22 n1 vvn p-acp pn22? cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 35 |
9345 | that if lighter miseries will not do, the Lord will bring seven plagues more, and drive you into a wilderness, | that if lighter misery's will not do, the Lord will bring seven plagues more, and drive you into a Wilderness, | cst cs jc n2 vmb xx vdi, dt n1 vmb vvi crd n2 av-dc, cc vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 35 |
9346 | and there shall you be famished for want of bread; | and there shall you be famished for want of bred; | cc pc-acp vmb pn22 vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 35 |
9347 | and if this will not do, God will send spoilers that shall sell you for slaves, | and if this will not do, God will send spoilers that shall fell you for slaves, | cc cs d vmb xx vdi, np1 vmb vvi n2 cst vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n2, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 35 |
9348 | and that shall carry you away captive, and then you shal remember Sion, and the days you slept over your time: | and that shall carry you away captive, and then you shall Remember Sion, and the days you slept over your time: | cc cst vmb vvi pn22 av j-jn, cc cs pn22 vmb vvi np1, cc dt n2 pn22 vvd p-acp po22 n1: | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 35 |
9349 | Find any sin, but security in it will make a desolate Country and familes; | Find any since, but security in it will make a desolate Country and Families; | vvb d n1, cc-acp n1 p-acp pn31 vmb vvi dt j n1 cc n2; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 35 |
9350 | if you sin and rest in it, (though not gross) nay do but decay in what once you had; | if you sin and rest in it, (though not gross) nay do but decay in what once you had; | cs pn22 vvb cc n1 p-acp pn31, (cs xx j) uh-x vdb cc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq a-acp pn22 vhd; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 36 |
9351 | many say it is more here then ever; I deny it utterly, unless it be to them that are secure; | many say it is more Here then ever; I deny it utterly, unless it be to them that Are secure; | d vvb pn31 vbz av-dc av av av; pns11 vvb pn31 av-j, cs pn31 vbb p-acp pno32 cst vbr j; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 36 |
9352 | and if it be so, the loss of your first love (a small thing, &c. ) will hasten breaking. | and if it be so, the loss of your First love (a small thing, etc.) will hasten breaking. | cc cs pn31 vbb av, dt n1 pp-f po22 ord n1 (dt j n1, av) vmb vvi vvg. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 36 |
9354 | for God will make this word good, and not let one tittle of it fall to the ground. | for God will make this word good, and not let one tittle of it fallen to the ground. | p-acp np1 vmb vvi d n1 j, cc xx vvi crd n1 pp-f pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 36 |
9355 | Ezra 10. 3. them that trembled put away their strange wives, and wept sore for it; so do you; | Ezra 10. 3. them that trembled put away their strange wives, and wept soar for it; so do you; | np1 crd crd pno32 cst vvd vvi av po32 j n2, cc vvd av-j p-acp pn31; av vdb pn22; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 36 |
9356 | you think you may have this and the Lord too; true, but the Lord will not long abide with you if secure. | you think you may have this and the Lord too; true, but the Lord will not long abide with you if secure. | pn22 vvb pn22 vmb vhi d cc dt n1 av; j, cc-acp dt n1 vmb xx av-j vvi p-acp pn22 cs j. | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1557 | Page 36 |
9357 | Hence see the reason why the Word strikes deep, |
Hence see the reason why the Word strikes deep, and is very smart sometime upon the Consciences of men, that a man speaks as if he were in their very bosom, that a man Says, God is Here, that the Lord leaves thee with sad qualms upon thy conscience, | av vvi dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz j-jn, cc vbz av j av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cst dt n1 vvz c-acp cs pns31 vbdr p-acp po32 j n1, cst dt n1 vvz, np1 vbz av, cst dt n1 vvz pno21 p-acp j n2 p-acp po21 n1, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1558 | Page 36 |
9358 | and no peace from all (it is oft sanctified unless no grace) nay, after all this affliction comes; | and no peace from all (it is oft sanctified unless not grace) nay, After all this affliction comes; | cc dx n1 p-acp d (pn31 vbz av vvn cs xx n1) uh-x, p-acp d d n1 vvz; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1558 | Page 36 |
9359 | if thou wert not secure, why would the Lord cry, make his Word cry, and his Rod cry? &c. and therefore be not weary of either, | if thou Wertenberg not secure, why would the Lord cry, make his Word cry, and his Rod cry? etc. and Therefore be not weary of either, | cs pns21 vbd2r xx j, q-crq vmd dt n1 vvb, vvb po31 n1 vvi, cc po31 n1 vvi? av cc av vbb xx j pp-f d, | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1558 | Page 36 |
9360 | but bless the Lord for, and quietly bear both; | but bless the Lord for, and quietly bear both; | cc-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp, cc av-jn vvi d; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1558 | Page 36 |
9361 | unless I had those terrors within, and afflictions without, I had gone astray, Psal. 32. 4, 5. David was secure and kept silence, he confessed, and the Lord pardoned; | unless I had those terrors within, and afflictions without, I had gone astray, Psalm 32. 4, 5. David was secure and kept silence, he confessed, and the Lord pardoned; | cs pns11 vhd d n2 a-acp, cc n2 p-acp, pns11 vhd vvn av, np1 crd crd, crd np1 vbds j cc vvn n1, pns31 vvd, cc dt n1 vvn; | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1558 | Page 36 |
9362 | for this shall every one that is godly seek; Oh so do you! | for this shall every one that is godly seek; O so do you! | p-acp d vmb d pi cst vbz j vvi; uh av vdb pn22! | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1558 | Page 36 |
9363 | think then, am not I in the number? oh let me seek then and confess my sin! | think then, am not I in the number? o let me seek then and confess my since! | vvb av, vbm xx pns11 p-acp dt n1? uh vvb pno11 vvi av cc vvb po11 n1! | (32) chapter (DIV2) | 1558 | Page 36 |
9364 | CHAP. VI. Of the certainty of Christs coming. SECT. I. THat though the coming of Iesus Christ to his Churches be late, |
CHAP. VI. Of the certainty of Christ coming. SECT. I. THat though the coming of Iesus christ to his Churches be late, yet it is certain. | np1 crd. pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg. n1. np1 cst cs dt n-vvg pp-f np1 np1 p-acp po31 n2 vbb j, av pn31 vbz j. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1558 | Page 36 |
9365 | For though it be midnight, yet he comes we see: | For though it be midnight, yet he comes we see: | c-acp cs pn31 vbb n1, av pns31 vvz pns12 vvb: | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9366 | For this coming at midnight is not to be understood of the last day of Judgment which shall be at midnight (as the Rabbins and Monks in their devotions conceive) for Christ speaks here of his coming to particular judgement also, which is not always at midnight: | For this coming At midnight is not to be understood of the last day of Judgement which shall be At midnight (as the Rabbis and Monks in their devotions conceive) for christ speaks Here of his coming to particular judgement also, which is not always At midnight: | c-acp d vvg p-acp n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vmb vbi p-acp n1 (c-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2 vvb) p-acp np1 vvz av pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp j n1 av, r-crq vbz xx av p-acp n1: | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9367 | The scope of the Parable is to provoke to continual watchfulness; | The scope of the Parable is to provoke to continual watchfulness; | dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9368 | because though the Lord doth not come in the beginning of the night (as was the custom of the Jewish marriages) yet he will come late, | Because though the Lord does not come in the beginning of the night (as was the custom of the Jewish marriages) yet he will come late, | c-acp cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 (c-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f dt jp n2) av pns31 vmb vvi av-j, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9369 | even when you look not for him; even at midnight there is a cry. I confess the Lord speaks principally of his coming to Judgment; | even when you look not for him; even At midnight there is a cry. I confess the Lord speaks principally of his coming to Judgement; | av c-crq pn22 vvb xx p-acp pno31; av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz dt n1. pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz av-j pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9370 | yet it is true of any other coming of Christ to his people in this life; | yet it is true of any other coming of christ to his people in this life; | av pn31 vbz j pp-f d j-jn n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9371 | and because particular examples and instances are the roots of general truths (as Circumcision a seal, so all Sacraments are so; | and Because particular Examples and instances Are the roots of general truths (as Circumcision a seal, so all Sacraments Are so; | cc c-acp j n2 cc n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f j n2 (c-acp n1 dt n1, av d n2 vbr av; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9372 | Christ is a Saviour of his people; | christ is a Saviour of his people; | np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9373 | it is meant of great salvation at last, yet is true of all salvation beside) therefore I shall speak of the coming of Jesus Christ to his Churches and Servants in the general; | it is meant of great salvation At last, yet is true of all salvation beside) Therefore I shall speak of the coming of jesus christ to his Churches and Servants in the general; | pn31 vbz vvn pp-f j n1 p-acp ord, av vbz j pp-f d n1 a-acp) av pns11 vmb vvi pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f np1 np1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9374 | and so involve the whole coming of Christ, for the more use and comfort to us. | and so involve the Whole coming of christ, for the more use and Comfort to us. | cc av vvi dt j-jn n-vvg pp-f np1, p-acp dt av-dc n1 cc vvi p-acp pno12. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1560 | Page 36 |
9375 | Now we shall finde that the Scripture speaks of a sixfold coming of Christ, that as all our deliverances are but shadows of our great and last deliverance; | Now we shall find that the Scripture speaks of a sixfold coming of christ, that as all our Deliverances Are but shadows of our great and last deliverance; | av pns12 vmb vvi cst dt n1 vvz pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f np1, cst p-acp d po12 n2 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f po12 j cc ord n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1561 | Page 37 |
9376 | so Christs coming now is but a shadow of his great and last coming. | so Christ coming now is but a shadow of his great and last coming. | av npg1 n-vvg av vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j cc ord vvg. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1561 | Page 37 |
9377 | First, Christ is said to come to his people, when he comes to hear their prayers, Luk. 18. 8. And the Lord argues strongly, Will an unjust Judge arise at night, to help a widow a stranger, | First, christ is said to come to his people, when he comes to hear their Prayers, Luk. 18. 8. And the Lord argues strongly, Will an unjust Judge arise At night, to help a widow a stranger, | ord, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po32 n2, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 vvz av-j, vmb dt j n1 vvb p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1562 | Page 37 |
9378 | when she is importunate? and will not the Lord hear his elect and chosen? yet when he comes, shall he finde faith? i. e. | when she is importunate? and will not the Lord hear his elect and chosen? yet when he comes, shall he find faith? i. e. | c-crq pns31 vbz j? cc vmb xx dt n1 vvb po31 j-vvn cc vvn? av c-crq pns31 vvz, vmb pns31 vvi n1? sy. sy. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1562 | Page 37 |
9379 | such prayers of faith as shall continue; oh no! but soon apt to be weary before the time comes. SECT. II. Object. | such Prayers of faith as shall continue; o no! but soon apt to be weary before the time comes. SECT. II Object. | d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp vmb vvi; uh uh p-acp av j pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 vvz. n1. crd n1. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1562 | Page 37 |
9380 | BUt if they cease, how do they pray night and day? Answ. 1. Because they do so for a time. | BUt if they cease, how do they pray night and day? Answer 1. Because they do so for a time. | p-acp cs pns32 vvb, q-crq vdb pns32 vvb n1 cc n1? np1 crd p-acp pns32 vdb av p-acp dt n1. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1563 | Page 37 |
9381 | 2. When they cease, then they are ringing in Gods ears; | 2. When they cease, then they Are ringing in God's ears; | crd c-crq pns32 vvb, cs pns32 vbr vvg p-acp npg1 n2; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1565 | Page 37 |
9382 | so that let the prayers of the elect for any mercy be once offered and presented as incense before the Lord, the Lord will not be worse than an unjust Judge, never to come to his people. | so that let the Prayers of the elect for any mercy be once offered and presented as incense before the Lord, the Lord will not be Worse than an unjust Judge, never to come to his people. | av cst vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn p-acp d n1 vbb a-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmb xx vbi av-jc cs dt j n1, av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1565 | Page 37 |
9383 | Secondly, Christ is said to come to fulfil his promises; | Secondly, christ is said to come to fulfil his promises; | ord, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n2; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1566 | Page 37 |
9384 | for sometimes the Lord keeps his people exceeding short, and gives his people answers to their Prayer in particular promises (you find it so) Psal. 85. 8, 9. I will hear what the Lord will say, | for sometime the Lord keeps his people exceeding short, and gives his people answers to their Prayer in particular promises (you find it so) Psalm 85. 8, 9. I will hear what the Lord will say, | c-acp av dt n1 vvz po31 n1 vvg j, cc vvz po31 n1 vvz p-acp po32 n1 p-acp j n2 (pn22 vvb pn31 av) np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1566 | Page 37 |
9385 | for he will speak peace to his people, that so they may live by faith, and glory more in the Lord then in themselves; | for he will speak peace to his people, that so they may live by faith, and glory more in the Lord then in themselves; | c-acp pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc n1 av-dc p-acp dt n1 av p-acp px32; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1566 | Page 37 |
9386 | yet he will come, though it be very long, Heb. 10, 36, 36. Ye have need of patience, that ye may receive the promise; | yet he will come, though it be very long, Hebrew 10, 36, 36. You have need of patience, that you may receive the promise; | av pns31 vmb vvi, cs pn31 vbb av av-j, np1 crd, crd, crd pn22 vhb n1 pp-f n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1566 | Page 37 |
9387 | for yet a little while, &c. We think it long, yet it will be so. | for yet a little while, etc. We think it long, yet it will be so. | c-acp av dt j n1, av pns12 vvb pn31 av-j, av pn31 vmb vbi av. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1566 | Page 37 |
9388 | Thirdly, Christ is said to come to his people when he speaks peace, and breaks the clouds of fears and troubles, and shines upon his people; | Thirdly, christ is said to come to his people when he speaks peace, and breaks the Clouds of fears and Troubles, and shines upon his people; | ord, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz n1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc vvz p-acp po31 n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9389 | for while the Lord is angry, and hides his face, that a man is beyond sight of the face and love of God, | for while the Lord is angry, and hides his face, that a man is beyond sighed of the face and love of God, | c-acp cs dt n1 vbz j, cc vvz po31 n1, cst dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9390 | now God and Christ is said to be gone; | now God and christ is said to be gone; | av np1 cc np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9391 | so then, when he returns to speak peace, now he is said to come, as that Martyr said, He is come, Zach. 1. 16, 17. I am r•turned to Ierusalem, with my mercies, | so then, when he returns to speak peace, now he is said to come, as that Martyr said, He is come, Zach 1. 16, 17. I am r•turned to Ierusalem, with my Mercies, | av av, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n1, av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, c-acp cst n1 vvd, pns31 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vbm vvn p-acp np1, p-acp po11 n2, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9392 | and the Lord will yet comfort Zion; | and the Lord will yet Comfort Zion; | cc dt n1 vmb av vvi np1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9393 | for when the Lord forsakes his people for seventy years, and takes away all his Ordinances, the external visible signs of his presence, one would think he would never come, | for when the Lord forsakes his people for seventy Years, and Takes away all his Ordinances, the external visible Signs of his presence, one would think he would never come, | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp crd n2, cc vvz av d po31 n2, dt j j n2 pp-f po31 n1, pi vmd vvi pns31 vmd av-x vvi, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9394 | yet the Lord will come and comfort his people, Isa. 61. 2. God hath sent and anointed him, | yet the Lord will come and Comfort his people, Isaiah 61. 2. God hath sent and anointed him, | av dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi po31 n1, np1 crd crd np1 vhz vvn cc vvd pno31, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9395 | and the Spirit hath filled him, and he is as willing himself to comfort them that mourn, | and the Spirit hath filled him, and he is as willing himself to Comfort them that mourn, | cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, cc pns31 vbz a-acp j px31 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vvb, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9396 | nay when they have the spirit of heaviness; and when it is done, Christ is come; | nay when they have the Spirit of heaviness; and when it is done, christ is come; | uh-x c-crq pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1; cc c-crq pn31 vbz vdn, np1 vbz vvn; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9397 | then that is a coming of Christ. | then that is a coming of christ. | av cst vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1567 | Page 37 |
9398 | Fourthly, There is a coming of Christ when he comes in more full measure of his Spirit to his people, and that in his Ordinances; | Fourthly, There is a coming of christ when he comes in more full measure of his Spirit to his people, and that in his Ordinances; | ord, pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp av-dc j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc cst p-acp po31 n2; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1568 | Page 37 |
9399 | for there is a state and time of Christianity, wherein a man is carnal and blind, | for there is a state and time of Christianity, wherein a man is carnal and blind, | c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt n1 vbz j cc j, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1568 | Page 37 |
9400 | and the Image of Christ darkly stampt upon the soul, and is exceeding weak; | and the Image of christ darkly stamped upon the soul, and is exceeding weak; | cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vbz vvg j; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1568 | Page 37 |
9401 | now the Lord is said to come when he doth this, Ioh. 14. 18. I will see you again, and I will not leave you comfortless, Orphans alone without any one to take care for you; | now the Lord is said to come when he does this, John 14. 18. I will see you again, and I will not leave you comfortless, Orphans alone without any one to take care for you; | av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vdz d, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av, cc pns11 vmb xx vvi pn22 j, n2 av-j p-acp d pi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn22; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1568 | Page 37 |
9402 | now though it be long before the Lord do come here; yet come he will, when the soul thinks it impossible, and the thing incredible; | now though it be long before the Lord do come Here; yet come he will, when the soul thinks it impossible, and the thing incredible; | av cs pn31 vbb j p-acp dt n1 vdb vvi av; av vvb pns31 vmb, c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 j, cc dt n1 j; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1568 | Page 37 |
9403 | Behold thy God, thy King commeth, Isa. 40. 9. with 23. He shall come like the rain upon the fleece of wool. | Behold thy God, thy King comes, Isaiah 40. 9. with 23. He shall come like the rain upon the fleece of wool. | vvb po21 n1, po21 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp crd pns31 vmb vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1568 | Page 37 |
9404 | Fifthly, Christ is said to come when he comes to destroy and root out the enemies of his Church, | Fifthly, christ is said to come when he comes to destroy and root out the enemies of his Church, | ord, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1569 | Page 37 |
9405 | whether outward enemies or inward enemies, Isa. 26. 21. Now grant it be long, the Lord doth suffer them to prevail, | whither outward enemies or inward enemies, Isaiah 26. 21. Now grant it be long, the Lord does suffer them to prevail, | cs j n2 cc j n2, np1 crd crd av vvi pn31 vbi j, dt n1 vdz vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1569 | Page 38 |
9406 | and to be pricking bryars to the hearts of Gods people, and to the heart of Gods Spirit in his people, yet he will come; | and to be pricking briars to the hearts of God's people, and to the heart of God's Spirit in his people, yet he will come; | cc pc-acp vbi vvg n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vmb vvi; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1569 | Page 38 |
9407 | and hence the Church pleads this with God as an usual thing with him, Isa. 64. 1, 2, 3. He comes when men look not for him, yea he came so here; | and hence the Church pleads this with God as an usual thing with him, Isaiah 64. 1, 2, 3. He comes when men look not for him, yea he Come so Here; | cc av dt n1 vvz d p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns31 vvz c-crq n2 vvb xx p-acp pno31, uh pns31 vvd av av; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1569 | Page 38 |
9408 | and the name of God lyes upon it to make known his name to his adversaries, Isa. 66. 5. Hear the word of the Lord, ye that tremble at his word; | and the name of God lies upon it to make known his name to his Adversaries, Isaiah 66. 5. Hear the word of the Lord, you that tremble At his word; | cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi vvn po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd crd vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn22 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1569 | Page 38 |
9409 | your brethren that hated you and cast you out said, Let the Lord be glorified, He shall appear to your joy, but they shall be ashamed. | your brothers that hated you and cast you out said, Let the Lord be glorified, He shall appear to your joy, but they shall be ashamed. | po22 n2 cst vvd pn22 cc vvb pn22 av vvn, vvb dt n1 vbb vvn, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi j. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1569 | Page 38 |
9410 | Sixthly, Christ is said to come to the soul, when he comes to it at death, to abolish all sin and sorrow, | Sixthly, christ is said to come to the soul, when he comes to it At death, to Abolah all since and sorrow, | j, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1570 | Page 38 |
9411 | and to possess the soul of immediate fellowship with himself, and at Judgement when the great mariage day shall be, | and to possess the soul of immediate fellowship with himself, and At Judgement when the great marriage day shall be, | cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp px31, cc p-acp n1 c-crq dt j n1 n1 vmb vbi, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1570 | Page 38 |
9412 | and the Bride made ready, and the Bridegroom in their perfect glory to the view of all the world, Ioh. 14. 3. Oh many a one is troubled now the Lord is gone from it mediately to comfort it; | and the Bride made ready, and the Bridegroom in their perfect glory to the view of all the world, John 14. 3. O many a one is troubled now the Lord is gone from it mediately to Comfort it; | cc dt n1 vvd j, cc dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, np1 crd crd uh d dt pi vbz vvn av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31 av-j pc-acp vvi pn31; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1570 | Page 38 |
9413 | Let not your hearts be troubled, you have a God in his Word to believe in, cleave to that, and me in it; | Let not your hearts be troubled, you have a God in his Word to believe in, cleave to that, and me in it; | vvb xx po22 n2 vbb vvn, pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvb p-acp d, cc pno11 p-acp pn31; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1570 | Page 38 |
9414 | but when death comes against me, and enemies come against me, and heart fails, and eyes fails, will the Lord come? Yes, I will come again, | but when death comes against me, and enemies come against me, and heart fails, and eyes fails, will the Lord come? Yes, I will come again, | cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz p-acp pno11, cc n2 vvb p-acp pno11, cc n1 vvz, cc n2 vvz, vmb dt n1 vvb? uh, pns11 vmb vvi av, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1570 | Page 38 |
9415 | for I go but only to prepare a place for you, and make Heaven sweet and ready for you; | for I go but only to prepare a place for you, and make Heaven sweet and ready for you; | c-acp pns11 vvb cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc vvi n1 j cc j p-acp pn22; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1570 | Page 38 |
9416 | some would have all Christs coming here, but there is some hereafter. SECT. III. BEcause the love of Jesus Christ never fails his Churches and People; | Some would have all Christ coming Here, but there is Some hereafter. SECT. III. Because the love of jesus christ never fails his Churches and People; | d vmd vhi d npg1 n-vvg av, cc-acp pc-acp vbz d av. n1. np1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 av-x vvz po31 n2 cc n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1570 | Page 38 |
9417 | love will keep men from being ever absent from the thing they love: | n1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp vbg av j p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb: | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 | |
9418 | Now look as it was with Lazarus whom Christ loved, Iohn. 11. 3. he heard that he was sick, he could have come then, | Now look as it was with Lazarus whom christ loved, John. 11. 3. he herd that he was sick, he could have come then, | av vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1 r-crq np1 vvd, np1. crd crd pns31 vvd cst pns31 vbds j, pns31 vmd vhi vvn av, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 |
9419 | but he lingers and stays until he be dead, ( behold Lazarus is dead ) yea, till he had been four days dead, | but he lingers and stays until he be dead, (behold Lazarus is dead) yea, till he had been four days dead, | cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz c-acp pns31 vbb j, (vvb np1 vbz j) uh, c-acp pns31 vhd vbn crd n2 j, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 |
9420 | and then awakens him again, and Lazarus must come forth of his grave, to shew forth the everlasting love of the Son of God, vers. 4. For there are two things in Christ's love; | and then awakens him again, and Lazarus must come forth of his grave, to show forth the everlasting love of the Son of God, vers. 4. For there Are two things in Christ's love; | cc av vvz pno31 av, cc np1 vmb vvi av pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, fw-la. crd p-acp a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp npg1 n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 |
9421 | first, it is pure independant, and dear, Prov. 8. penult. hence he will not ever be absent; | First, it is pure independent, and dear, Curae 8. penult. hence he will not ever be absent; | ord, pn31 vbz j j-jn, cc j-jn, np1 crd n1. av pns31 vmb xx av vbi j; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 |
9422 | for 1. If it be dependant, then we might say (as we change he changeth) he was good, | for 1. If it be dependant, then we might say (as we change he changes) he was good, | p-acp crd cs pn31 vbb j-jn, cs pns12 vmd vvi (c-acp pns12 vvb pns31 vvz) pns31 vbds j, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 |
9423 | but we have provoked him since, &c. 2. If independant, yet 'tis apt to forget, he minds me not, nor my prayers, nor sorrows: | but we have provoked him since, etc. 2. If independent, yet it's apt to forget, he minds me not, nor my Prayers, nor sorrows: | cc-acp pns12 vhb vvn pno31 a-acp, av crd cs j-jn, av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz pno11 xx, ccx po11 n2, ccx n2: | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 |
9424 | Yes, it is exceeding dear, and assures us of all; | Yes, it is exceeding dear, and assures us of all; | uh, pn31 vbz av-vvg n-jn, cc vvz pno12 pp-f d; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 |
9425 | if he in love came to suffer, what will he not come to do, and that when the Church is most withered, Zach. 3. 1, 2, 3. and hence saith the Lord, why say•st thou, the Lord hath forsaken me and forgotten me, | if he in love Come to suffer, what will he not come to do, and that when the Church is most withered, Zach 3. 1, 2, 3. and hence Says the Lord, why say•st thou, the Lord hath forsaken me and forgotten me, | cs pns31 p-acp n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, q-crq vmb pns31 xx vvi pc-acp vdi, cc cst c-crq dt n1 vbz av-ds vvn, np1 crd crd, crd, crd cc av vvz dt n1, uh-crq vd2 pns21, dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 cc vvn pno11, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 |
9426 | when written upon the palms of my hand? Isa. 48. 14. Lest their spirit fail; | when written upon the palms of my hand? Isaiah 48. 14. Lest their Spirit fail; | c-crq vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1? np1 crd crd cs po32 n1 vvi; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1571 | Page 38 |
9427 | O the Lord is very tender of that; | uh dt n1 vbz av j pp-f d; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1572 | Page 38 | |
9428 | he that bids parents not to be bitter to their children, lest their spirits fail and be provoked, will not do it himself, Isa. 57. 17. he will not always contend, | he that bids Parents not to be bitter to their children, lest their spirits fail and be provoked, will not do it himself, Isaiah 57. 17. he will not always contend, | pns31 cst vvz n2 xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n2, cs po32 n2 vvi cc vbi vvn, vmb xx vdi pn31 px31, np1 crd crd pns31 vmb xx av vvi, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1572 | Page 38 |
9429 | lest the spirit fail within him, and the souls that he hath made; Oh remember this! | lest the Spirit fail within him, and the Souls that he hath made; O Remember this! | cs dt n1 vvb p-acp pno31, cc dt n2 cst pns31 vhz vvn; uh vvb d! | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1572 | Page 38 |
9430 | now how apt is the spirit of a childe of God to fail upon this! what more bitter than Gods absence! | now how apt is the Spirit of a child of God to fail upon this! what more bitter than God's absence! | av q-crq j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d! q-crq av-dc j cs npg1 n1! | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1572 | Page 38 |
9431 | Because to come late, |
Because to come late, is many times the best time, for he comes ever in the fullness of time; | p-acp pc-acp vvi av-j, vbz d n2 dt js n1, c-acp pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1573 | Page 38 |
9432 | if he should come sooner or latter, he should not come in season to his people. | if he should come sooner or latter, he should not come in season to his people. | cs pns31 vmd vvi av-c cc d, pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1573 | Page 38 |
9452 | I think I shall never meet the Lord, Isa. 55. 10. Look as the rain on the dry yeelds fruit, | I think I shall never meet the Lord, Isaiah 55. 10. Look as the rain on the dry yields fruit, | pns11 vvb pns11 vmb av-x vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j vvz n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1582 | Page 39 |
9493 | Christ will come at last and for ever comfort you, and be with you, and you ever with the Lord; | christ will come At last and for ever Comfort you, and be with you, and you ever with the Lord; | np1 vmb vvi p-acp ord cc p-acp av vvi pn22, cc vbb p-acp pn22, cc pn22 av p-acp dt n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1593 | Page 40 |
9433 | Of unspeakable consolation to the people of God that lie under sad and |
Of unspeakable consolation to the people of God that lie under sad and heavy perplexities in respect of the lords absence from them (as for you that can bear this, that say to God depart if he will, this concerns not you At all) and the Lord being gone, you lie under sad thoughts that he will never return again; | pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvb p-acp j cc j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp pno32 (c-acp p-acp pn22 cst vmb vvi d, cst vvb p-acp np1 vvb cs pns31 vmb, d vvz xx pn22 p-acp d) cc dt n1 vbg vvn, pn22 vvb p-acp j n2 cst pns31 vmb av vvb av; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1574 | Page 39 |
9434 | yes, you have now heard, he will come and return again, Say unto Sion, behold your God cometh. | yes, you have now herd, he will come and return again, Say unto Sion, behold your God comes. | uh, pn22 vhb av vvn, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi av, vvb p-acp np1, vvb po22 n1 vvz. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1574 | Page 39 |
9435 | Object. But what? when I have been secure and careless withal? Answ. Yes, though the Virgins sleep, yet the Lord will come to them; | Object. But what? when I have been secure and careless withal? Answer Yes, though the Virgins sleep, yet the Lord will come to them; | n1. cc-acp q-crq? c-crq pns11 vhb vbn j cc j av? np1 uh, cs dt ng1 n1, av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1575 | Page 39 |
9436 | for if his love did depend upon your watchfulness, he might never return; | for if his love did depend upon your watchfulness, he might never return; | c-acp cs po31 n1 vdd vvi p-acp po22 n1, pns31 vmd av-x vvi; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1576 | Page 39 |
9437 | onely it may be longer as to these, and he will awaken you some time before he doth come; | only it may be longer as to these, and he will awaken you Some time before he does come; | av-j pn31 vmb vbi av-jc a-acp p-acp d, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22 d n1 c-acp pns31 vdz vvi; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1576 | Page 39 |
9438 | and truly to mourn for his absence, is to awaken with him. | and truly to mourn for his absence, is to awaken with him. | cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1576 | Page 39 |
9439 | Object. But it hath been thus long before the Lord come, and therefore he will never come. | Object. But it hath been thus long before the Lord come, and Therefore he will never come. | n1. p-acp pn31 vhz vbn av av-j p-acp dt n1 vvb, cc av pns31 vmb av-x vvi. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1577 | Page 39 |
9440 | Answ. Though long, yet you see he comes at last to them; first, the cry says so, and then he comes; | Answer Though long, yet you see he comes At last to them; First, the cry Says so, and then he comes; | np1 cs av-j, av pn22 vvb pns31 vvz p-acp ord p-acp pno32; ord, dt n1 vvz av, cc av pns31 vvz; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1578 | Page 39 |
9441 | Ministers tell you so, and it is not long after; nay, then is the very time, when so long as you look not for him, as here to these. SECT. IV. Object. B Ut I know it not. | Ministers tell you so, and it is not long After; nay, then is the very time, when so long as you look not for him, as Here to these. SECT. IV. Object. B Ut I know it not. | n2 vvb pn22 av, cc pn31 vbz xx av-j a-acp; uh-x, av vbz dt j n1, c-crq av av-j c-acp pn22 vvb xx p-acp pno31, c-acp av p-acp d. n1. np1 n1. sy fw-it pns11 vvb pn31 xx. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1578 | Page 39 |
9442 | Answ. God keeps his best blessings (and persumes them long in his own hand) from his own children; | Answer God keeps his best blessings (and perfumes them long in his own hand) from his own children; | np1 np1 vvz po31 js n2 (cc n2 pno32 av-j p-acp po31 d n1) p-acp po31 d n2; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1580 | Page 39 |
9443 | as Isaac, David, Abraham, Heman, Christ; but it is best you know it not. | as Isaac, David, Abraham, Heman, christ; but it is best you know it not. | c-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, np1; p-acp pn31 vbz js pn22 vvb pn31 xx. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1580 | Page 39 |
9444 | Hast thou been seeking the Lord for his presence (that the Lord would but see and consider thee a little) until thine eyes fail thee? and do you think the Lord will ever forget? I tell thee if Peter were in Prison, prayers would deliver him, | Hast thou been seeking the Lord for his presence (that the Lord would but see and Consider thee a little) until thine eyes fail thee? and do you think the Lord will ever forget? I tell thee if Peter were in Prison, Prayers would deliver him, | vh2 pns21 vbn vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 (d dt n1 vmd cc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21 dt j) c-acp po21 n2 vvb pno21? cc vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 vmb av vvi? pns11 vvb pno21 cs np1 vbdr p-acp n1, n2 vmd vvi pno31, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1581 | Page 39 |
9445 | and fetch Angels from Heaven to him; | and fetch Angels from Heaven to him; | cc vvi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1581 | Page 39 |
9446 | though the Church of God lay desolate, sins great, yet the prayer of Daniel shall bring down words of command to make all up again; | though the Church of God lay desolate, Sins great, yet the prayer of daniel shall bring down words of command to make all up again; | cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd j, n2 j, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi a-acp n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d a-acp av; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1581 | Page 39 |
9447 | If thou be in any want, be careful in nothing, &c. He asked thee life, thou gavest him long life for ever and ever; | If thou be in any want, be careful in nothing, etc. He asked thee life, thou Gavest him long life for ever and ever; | cs pns21 vbb p-acp d n1, vbb j p-acp pix, av pns31 vvd pno21 n1, pns21 vvd2 pno31 av-j n1 p-acp av cc av; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1581 | Page 39 |
9448 | nay, when thou •easest, thy prayers have their cry, when thy mouth, when thy heart speaks not; | nay, when thou •easest, thy Prayers have their cry, when thy Mouth, when thy heart speaks not; | uh, c-crq pns21 vv2, po21 n2 vhb po32 n1, c-crq po21 n1, c-crq po21 n1 vvz xx; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1581 | Page 39 |
9449 | for prayers are not dead things but living, begotten out of a living Spirit, from a living God, presented by a living Mediator, who takes them and presents them, Heb. 7. and though unclean, | for Prayers Are not dead things but living, begotten out of a living Spirit, from a living God, presented by a living Mediator, who Takes them and presents them, Hebrew 7. and though unclean, | c-acp n2 vbr xx j n2 p-acp vvg, vvn av pp-f dt j-vvg n1, p-acp dt j-vvg np1, vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1, r-crq vvz pno32 cc vvz pno32, np1 crd cc cs j, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1581 | Page 39 |
9450 | yet being laid on that Altar they become holy. Object. Oh, but I am fed with nothing but promises; | yet being laid on that Altar they become holy. Object. O, but I am fed with nothing but promises; | av vbg vvn p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb j. n1. uh, cc-acp pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pix cc-acp n2; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1581 | Page 39 |
9451 | I cannot deny them, but I feel them not; | I cannot deny them, but I feel them not; | pns11 vmbx vvi pno32, cc-acp pns11 vvb pno32 xx; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1582 | Page 39 |
9453 | so my word shall give you joy and peace, and the desire of your heart, &c. Can a man live by promises? | so my word shall give you joy and peace, and the desire of your heart, etc. Can a man live by promises? | av po11 n1 vmb vvi pn22 n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, av vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n2? | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1582 | Page 39 |
9454 | Answ. Hezekiah saith, by these things ( i. e. afflictions) do men live; why not by promises? the words Christ speaketh they are Spirit and life; | Answer Hezekiah Says, by these things (i. e. afflictions) do men live; why not by promises? the words christ speaks they Are Spirit and life; | np1 np1 vvz, p-acp d n2 (pns11. sy. n2) vdb n2 vvi; c-crq xx p-acp n2? dt n2 np1 vvz pns32 vbr n1 cc n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1583 | Page 39 |
9455 | David did, 2 Sam. 23. 5. Heb. 10. The just shall live by his faith; and if my man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him, i. e. wholly. | David did, 2 Sam. 23. 5. Hebrew 10. The just shall live by his faith; and if my man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him, i. e. wholly. | np1 vdd, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd dt j vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1; cc cs po11 n1 vvi av, po11 n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31, uh. sy. av-jn. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1583 | Page 39 |
9456 | It is admirable how the Israelites had a promise of the land, and many wars must they have, | It is admirable how the Israelites had a promise of the land, and many wars must they have, | pn31 vbz j c-crq dt np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d n2 vmb pns32 vhb, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1583 | Page 39 |
9457 | and yet Iosh. 23. 14, 15. Not one thing hath failed of all that the Lord hath promised. So say I to you. | and yet Joshua 23. 14, 15. Not one thing hath failed of all that the Lord hath promised. So say I to you. | cc av np1 crd crd, crd xx pi n1 vhz vvn pp-f d cst dt n1 vhz vvn. av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1583 | Page 39 |
9458 | Obj. Oh but I have been long in trouble, and have bad no p•ace? | Object O but I have been long in trouble, and have bade no p•ace? | np1 uh p-acp pns11 vhb vbn j p-acp n1, cc vhb vvd dx n1? | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1584 | Page 39 |
9459 | Ans. Hast thou been longer than David, whose moysture was dryed up, who hath nothing to present before the Lord, Psal. 6. but weakness, | Ans. Hast thou been longer than David, whose moisture was dried up, who hath nothing to present before the Lord, Psalm 6. but weakness, | np1 vh2 pns21 vbn av-jc cs np1, rg-crq n1 vbds vvn a-acp, r-crq vhz pix pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd p-acp n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1585 | Page 39 |
9460 | and bones vexed, verse 2. a soul vexed, verse 3. and that long weary with gro•ning, vers. 6. tears in the night when others are at rest, his eyes consumed with grief, | and bones vexed, verse 2. a soul vexed, verse 3. and that long weary with gro•ning, vers. 6. tears in the night when Others Are At rest, his eyes consumed with grief, | cc n2 vvn, n1 crd dt n1 vvn, n1 crd cc d j j p-acp n1, fw-la. crd n2 p-acp dt n1 c-crq n2-jn vbr p-acp n1, po31 n2 vvn p-acp n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1585 | Page 39 |
9461 | and yet verse 8, 9. The Lord hath heard the voyce of my weeping, and prayer too; | and yet verse 8, 9. The Lord hath herd the voice of my weeping, and prayer too; | cc av n1 crd, crd dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 n-vvg, cc n1 av; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1585 | Page 39 |
9462 | sorrows cry, and sins cry also; and hence he saith, Depart from me all ye workers of iniquity, &c. | sorrows cry, and Sins cry also; and hence he Says, Depart from me all you workers of iniquity, etc. | n2 vvb, cc n2 vvb av; cc av pns31 vvz, vvb p-acp pno11 d pn22 n2 pp-f n1, av | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1585 | Page 39 |
9463 | Object. But I am so weak, my heart so streitned, so little light and life, and seeking I have been for more, and find it not. | Object. But I am so weak, my heart so straightened, so little Light and life, and seeking I have been for more, and find it not. | n1. cc-acp pns11 vbm av j, po11 n1 av vvn, av j n1 cc n1, cc vvg pns11 vhb vbn p-acp dc, cc vvi pn31 xx. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1586 | Page 40 |
9464 | Answ. If Christ's presence be sweet, and his absence bitter, that you seek not more for your lusts sake than the Lords sake, | Answer If Christ's presence be sweet, and his absence bitter, that you seek not more for your Lustiest sake than the lords sake, | np1 cs npg1 n1 vbb j, cc po31 n1 j, cst pn22 vvb xx dc p-acp po22 ng1 n1 cs dt n2 n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1587 | Page 40 |
9465 | then know that the Lord will return again, as verily as he is gone; he will not leave thee comfortless; | then know that the Lord will return again, as verily as he is gone; he will not leave thee comfortless; | av vvb d dt n1 vmb vvi av, c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vbz vvn; pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21 j; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1587 | Page 40 |
9466 | you shall have that is fit for you to keep you humble and faithful; it may be one Sermon may do more good than twenty. | you shall have that is fit for you to keep you humble and faithful; it may be one Sermon may do more good than twenty. | pn22 vmb vhi d vbz j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pn22 j cc j; pn31 vmb vbi crd n1 vmb vdi av-dc j cs crd. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1587 | Page 40 |
9467 | Ioh. 1. 50. D•st believe because I saw thee under the figtree? thou shalt see greater things than these; | John 1. 50. D•st believe Because I saw thee under the Fig tree? thou shalt see greater things than these; | np1 crd crd vmb vvi c-acp pns11 vvd pno21 p-acp dt n1? pns21 vm2 vvi jc n2 cs d; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1587 | Page 40 |
9468 | God hath greater things to shew thee, if the Lord hath translated thee into the Kingdom of his dear son; | God hath greater things to show thee, if the Lord hath translated thee into the Kingdom of his dear son; | np1 vhz jc n2 pc-acp vvi pno21, cs dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1587 | Page 40 |
9469 | hence it is said of the encrease of his government and peace there shall be no end, Isa. 9. 7. | hence it is said of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, Isaiah 9. 7. | av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 a-acp vmb vbi dx n1, np1 crd crd | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1587 | Page 40 |
9470 | Object. But enemies may opposeus? Answ. Let it be so; but what if the Lord be with you? Object. But he is gone. | Object. But enemies may opposeus? Answer Let it be so; but what if the Lord be with you? Object. But he is gone. | n1. p-acp n2 vmb fw-la? np1 vvb pn31 vbi av; cc-acp q-crq cs dt n1 vbb p-acp pn22? n1. p-acp pns31 vbz vvn. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1588 | Page 40 |
9471 | Answ. No, the Lord will either come before trouble to deliver you from it, as Asa when a troop came against him, 2 Chron. 15. 11. let not man prevail against thee; | Answer No, the Lord will either come before trouble to deliver you from it, as Asa when a troop Come against him, 2 Chronicles 15. 11. let not man prevail against thee; | np1 uh-dx, dt n1 vmb av-d vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp pn31, c-acp np1 c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd vvb xx n1 vvi p-acp pno21; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9472 | Asa had wrapt God about him, cloathed himself with the majesty of God by faith, Isa. 54. penult. They shall together, | Asa had wrapped God about him, clothed himself with the majesty of God by faith, Isaiah 54. penult. They shall together, | np1 vhd vvn np1 p-acp pno31, vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd n1. pns32 vmb av, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9473 | and shall come against thee, but they shall not prosper, because the Lord is come; | and shall come against thee, but they shall not prosper, Because the Lord is come; | cc vmb vvi p-acp pno21, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi, c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9474 | or if he doth stay, yet he will give them some blood, and come upon them for your blood; | or if he does stay, yet he will give them Some blood, and come upon them for your blood; | cc cs pns31 vdz vvi, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 d n1, cc vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po22 n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9475 | he that sheds mans blood, by man shall his blood be shed; but such as shed Churches blood, by God shall their blood be shed; | he that sheds men blood, by man shall his blood be shed; but such as shed Churches blood, by God shall their blood be shed; | pns31 cst vvz ng1 n1, p-acp n1 vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn; p-acp d c-acp vvn ng1 n1, p-acp np1 vmb po32 n1 vbb vvn; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9476 | The souls under the Altar shall cry, and then comes wo; he will do so in Germany if there have been Churches blood shed; | The Souls under the Altar shall cry, and then comes woe; he will do so in Germany if there have been Churches blood shed; | dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, cc av vvz n1; pns31 vmb vdi av p-acp np1 cs pc-acp vhi vbn ng1 n1 vvn; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9477 | he is making way for glorious deliverance when God shall come, and the wicked shall melt away as wax: | he is making Way for glorious deliverance when God shall come, and the wicked shall melt away as wax: | pns31 vbz vvg n1 p-acp j n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi, cc dt j vmb vvi av p-acp n1: | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9478 | Lucifer must fall though lifted up with pride. | Lucifer must fallen though lifted up with pride. | np1 vmb vvi cs vvn a-acp p-acp n1. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9479 | David was troubled with a Saul and a Doeg. Psal. 54. but God shall pull them up by the roots, &c. many of Gods Servants lye under reproaches and revilings (and the wicked boast of their sin) God shall pluck them up by the roots never to grow again: | David was troubled with a Saul and a Doeg. Psalm 54. but God shall pull them up by the roots, etc. many of God's Servants lie under Reproaches and revilings (and the wicked boast of their since) God shall pluck them up by the roots never to grow again: | np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt np1 cc dt np1. np1 crd p-acp np1 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2, av d pp-f npg1 n2 vvb p-acp n2 cc n2-vvg (cc dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1) np1 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2 av-x pc-acp vvi av: | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9480 | Hypocrites lie hid for a time, but all the Churches shall know that the Lord is a God that searcheth the hearts, Luk. 12, 1. Psal. 12. 5, 3. No good man left, | Hypocrites lie hid for a time, but all the Churches shall know that the Lord is a God that Searches the hearts, Luk. 12, 1. Psalm 12. 5, 3. No good man left, | n2 vvb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d dt n2 vmb vvi cst dt n1 vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n2, np1 crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd uh-dx j n1 vvd, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9481 | but some men of deceit and flattery, some Apostares, &c. We are in fear (in this Country) of enemies; | but Some men of deceit and flattery, Some Apostles, etc. We Are in Fear (in this Country) of enemies; | cc-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, d np1, av pns12 vbr p-acp n1 (p-acp d n1) pp-f n2; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9482 | we came hither to shelter our selves under the wings of God; left our comforts for it; | we Come hither to shelter our selves under the wings of God; left our comforts for it; | pns12 vvd av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; vvd po12 n2 p-acp pn31; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9483 | here we are at his posts, it is not honors we seek; | Here we Are At his posts, it is not honours we seek; | av pns12 vbr p-acp po31 n2, pn31 vbz xx n2 pns12 vvb; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9484 | and now it may be enemies are plotting, or will be coming to take us unawares, | and now it may be enemies Are plotting, or will be coming to take us unawares, | cc av pn31 vmb vbi n2 vbr vvg, cc vmb vbi vvg pc-acp vvi pno12 av-j, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9485 | when weak, and so run away with the spoil, unless we will be bond-men to our former yoke; | when weak, and so run away with the spoil, unless we will be bondmen to our former yoke; | c-crq j, cc av vvb av p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vmb vbi n2 p-acp po12 j n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9486 | it may be the Lord will help then, Ezek. 38. 10, 20. to the end. | it may be the Lord will help then, Ezekiel 38. 10, 20. to the end. | pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vmb vvi av, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt n1. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9487 | If not, it may be the Lord will refine us more, and purge away our dross, | If not, it may be the Lord will refine us more, and purge away our dross, | cs xx, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 dc, cc vvi av po12 n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9488 | and discover men that came hither for Ordinances and for peace sake, and betray the Ordinances; | and discover men that Come hither for Ordinances and for peace sake, and betray the Ordinances; | cc vvi n2 cst vvd av p-acp n2 cc p-acp n1 n1, cc vvi dt n2; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9489 | yet the Lord will come, and his blow shall ruine them, especially if his awake not at his cry, Isa. 25. 9, 10. it shall be said when the terrible ones are blasts, Lo! this is our God, | yet the Lord will come, and his blow shall ruin them, especially if his awake not At his cry, Isaiah 25. 9, 10. it shall be said when the terrible ones Are blasts, Lo! this is our God, | av dt n1 vmb vvi, cc po31 n1 vmb vvi pno32, av-j cs po31 vvi xx p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd pn31 vmb vbi vvn c-crq dt j pi2 vbr n2, uh! d vbz po12 n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9490 | and in this mount shall the hand of the Lord come. Object. But still my sin con••nues. | and in this mount shall the hand of the Lord come. Object. But still my since con••nues. | cc p-acp d n1 vmb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb. n1. p-acp av po11 n1 vvz. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1591 | Page 40 |
9491 | Answ. The Church in the Revelations, when they have all things, yet are absent from the Lord, | Answer The Church in the Revelations, when they have all things, yet Are absent from the Lord, | np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n2, c-crq pns32 vhb d n2, av vbr j p-acp dt n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1593 | Page 40 |
9492 | and sin before the Lord makes them say, Oh come Lord Iesus ! saith Christ, Behold I come quickly ! | and since before the Lord makes them say, O come Lord Iesus! Says christ, Behold I come quickly! | cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 vvi, uh vvb n1 np1! vvz np1, vvb pns11 vvb av-j! | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1593 | Page 40 |
9494 | this coming to be sure shall be, and what then though you walk through the vail of the shadow of death! | this coming to be sure shall be, and what then though you walk through the Vail of the shadow of death! | d vvg pc-acp vbi j vmb vbi, cc q-crq av cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1! | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1593 | Page 40 |
9495 | the Lord is with you, and him that is the glory of Saints, the joy of Angels, the rest and delight of God, whom all ends of the earth have looked unto, shalt thou see with those eyes, | the Lord is with you, and him that is the glory of Saints, the joy of Angels, the rest and delight of God, whom all ends of the earth have looked unto, shalt thou see with those eyes, | dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22, cc pno31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, ro-crq d n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb vvn p-acp, vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp d n2, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1593 | Page 40 |
9496 | and be with him for ever, and then shall he give thee double for all thy sorrows, sins, temptations, | and be with him for ever, and then shall he give thee double for all thy sorrows, Sins, temptations, | cc vbb p-acp pno31 p-acp av, cc av vmb pns31 vvi pno21 j-jn p-acp d po21 n2, n2, n2, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1593 | Page 40 |
9497 | when every one else shall leave thee, and shall rejoyce and glory in thee, that ever he hath got thee, | when every one Else shall leave thee, and shall rejoice and glory in thee, that ever he hath god thee, | c-crq d crd av vmb vvi pno21, cc vmb vvi cc n1 p-acp pno21, cst av pns31 vhz vvn pno21, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1593 | Page 41 |
9498 | and (as he said) he will then serve thee, Luk. 12. Oh his coming would swallow up all our sorrows; | and (as he said) he will then serve thee, Luk. 12. O his coming would swallow up all our sorrows; | cc (c-acp pns31 vvd) pns31 vmb av vvi pno21, np1 crd uh po31 n-vvg vmd vvi a-acp d po12 n2; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1593 | Page 41 |
9499 | Christ tells them of nothing but this, Ioh. 14. I wonder at Christians that are sadded at losses and evils here; Why the Lord will come! SECT. V. | christ tells them of nothing but this, John 14. I wonder At Christians that Are sadded At losses and evils Here; Why the Lord will come! SECT. V. | np1 vvz pno32 pp-f pix cc-acp d, np1 crd pns11 vvb p-acp np1 cst vbr vvn p-acp n2 cc n2-jn av; q-crq dt n1 vmb vvi! n1. n1 | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1593 | Page 41 |
9500 | Quest. HOw shall I know whether the Lord will come or no? | Quest. HOw shall I know whither the Lord will come or no? | n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi cs dt n1 vmb vvi cc dx? | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1594 | Page 41 |
9501 | Answ. 1. If the Lord ever hath or doth make this the rest and stay of thy heart, not only for righteousness, | Answer 1. If the Lord ever hath or does make this the rest and stay of thy heart, not only for righteousness, | np1 crd cs dt n1 av vhz cc vdz vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po21 n1, xx av-j p-acp n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9502 | but for all fulness of comfort, and that not onely to thy conscience, but to thy heart and will: | but for all fullness of Comfort, and that not only to thy conscience, but to thy heart and will: | cc-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc cst xx av-j p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp p-acp po21 n1 cc n1: | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9503 | for many rest on Christ for righteousness; | for many rest on christ for righteousness; | c-acp d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9504 | but what comforts their hearts? they joy in other things, and are greedy after things in the world, &c. Now as a man that rests on Christ for righteousness, he abhors all other righteousness; | but what comforts their hearts? they joy in other things, and Are greedy After things in the world, etc. Now as a man that rests on christ for righteousness, he abhors all other righteousness; | cc-acp q-crq vvz po32 n2? pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n2, cc vbr j p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, av av p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz d j-jn n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9505 | so if a Christian rest on Christ for consolation, you will deny all other things to comfort you also, Ier. 17. 5, 6. Cursed is the man that trusteth in man, he shall not see when good comes. | so if a Christian rest on christ for consolation, you will deny all other things to Comfort you also, Jeremiah 17. 5, 6. Cursed is the man that Trusteth in man, he shall not see when good comes. | av cs dt njp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi d j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 av, np1 crd crd, crd vvn vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi c-crq j vvz. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9506 | Psal. 22. 1. Oh Lord, why hast thou forsaken me? I •ust in thee; our fathers trusted in thee and were delivered: | Psalm 22. 1. O Lord, why hast thou forsaken me? I •ust in thee; our Father's trusted in thee and were Delivered: | np1 crd crd uh n1, q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11? pns11 vmb p-acp pno21; po12 n2 vvn p-acp pno21 cc vbdr vvn: | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9507 | Yes, but not you that are so poor and vile: True, I am so in the eyes of the world; | Yes, but not you that Are so poor and vile: True, I am so in the eyes of the world; | uh, cc-acp xx pn22 d vbr av j cc j: j, pns11 vbm av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9508 | but on God have I been cast; | but on God have I been cast; | cc-acp p-acp np1 vhb pns11 vbn vvn; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9509 | To trust to Christ for righteousness, but not for consolation, is to marry a man to pay debts, | To trust to christ for righteousness, but not for consolation, is to marry a man to pay debts, | pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc-acp xx p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9510 | but not to live upon his house; try if it be so or no; thou feelest the Lord gone, yet thy faith is not gone from him. | but not to live upon his house; try if it be so or no; thou Feel the Lord gone, yet thy faith is not gone from him. | cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; vvb cs pn31 vbb av cc uh-dx; pns21 vv2 dt n1 vvn, av po21 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno31. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1595 | Page 41 |
9511 | 2. If the Lord hath given thee a heart, whether the Lord comes or no, not to trouble thy self about success, | 2. If the Lord hath given thee a heart, whither the Lord comes or no, not to trouble thy self about success, | crd cs dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 dt n1, cs dt n1 vvz cc uh-dx, xx pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9512 | and time of coming, as to minde the doing of his work against his coming, that thy heart is resolved and will live to him though he never comes to thee. | and time of coming, as to mind the doing of his work against his coming, that thy heart is resolved and will live to him though he never comes to thee. | cc n1 pp-f vvg, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt vdg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg, cst po21 n1 vbz vvn cc vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cs pns31 av-x vvz p-acp pno21. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9513 | Ioh. 2. 5. When Mary said that wine was wanting; saith Christ, it is not my hour; | John 2. 5. When Marry said that wine was wanting; Says christ, it is not my hour; | np1 crd crd c-crq vvi vvd cst n1 vbds vvg; vvz np1, pn31 vbz xx po11 n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9514 | then, what ever he bids you do, do it; Heb. 10. 36. you have need of patience; | then, what ever he bids you do, do it; Hebrew 10. 36. you have need of patience; | av, r-crq av pns31 vvz pn22 vdb, vdb pn31; np1 crd crd pn22 vhb n1 pp-f n1; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9515 | for all impatience ariseth from minding inordinately the success, what the event will be, and distracting the mind there; | for all impatience arises from minding inordinately the success, what the event will be, and distracting the mind there; | p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp vvg av-j dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vmb vbi, cc n-vvg dt n1 a-acp; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9516 | but (as a poor servant) when a man thinks whether Christ come or not, these sins shall down; | but (as a poor servant) when a man thinks whither christ come or not, these Sins shall down; | cc-acp (c-acp dt j n1) c-crq dt n1 vvz cs np1 vvb cc xx, d n2 vmb vvi; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9517 | this argues love never to be forgotten; | this argues love never to be forgotten; | d vvz n1 av pc-acp vbi vvn; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9518 | Iudges 10. 16. nothing grieves the Lord and makes the Lord absent, but because grieved with sin, misery comes; now sin is removed; | Judges 10. 16. nothing grieves the Lord and makes the Lord absent, but Because grieved with since, misery comes; now since is removed; | n2 crd crd pix vvz dt n1 cc vvz dt n1 j, cc-acp c-acp vvn p-acp n1, n1 vvz; av n1 vbz vvn; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9519 | it may be no assurance while thou diest or livest; | it may be no assurance while thou Dies or Livest; | pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 cs pns21 vv2 cc vv2; | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9520 | yet if resolved my soul shall follow the Lord, now it is right, &c. But if while the Lord is now gone, your hearts are jolly, | yet if resolved my soul shall follow the Lord, now it is right, etc. But if while the Lord is now gone, your hearts Are jolly, | av cs vvn po11 n1 vmb vvi dt n1, av pn31 vbz j-jn, av cc-acp cs n1 dt n1 vbz av vvn, po22 n2 vbr j, | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9521 | and loose every way, way desire you the day of the Lord? it is darkness to you. | and lose every Way, Way desire you the day of the Lord? it is darkness to you. | cc vvi d n1, n1 vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1? pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pn22. | (33) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 41 |
9522 | CHAP. VII. Of Gods compassion towards wise and foolish Virgins. SECT. 1. SUch is the compassion of Christ to his people, |
CHAP. VII. Of God's compassion towards wise and foolish Virgins. SECT. 1. SUch is the compassion of christ to his people, that deep security cannot always make the Lord to reject them; | np1 np1. pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j cc j n2. n1. crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst j-jn n1 vmbx av vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1596 | Page 42 |
9523 | and therefore we shall find three expressions of the love and kindness of the Lord to the wise and foolish Virgins also. | and Therefore we shall find three expressions of the love and kindness of the Lord to the wise and foolish Virgins also. | cc av pns12 vmb vvi crd n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n2 av. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1597 | Page 42 |
9524 | First, When they not only slumber but sleep, and that long, even to the coming of the Bridegroom almost, | First, When they not only slumber but sleep, and that long, even to the coming of the Bridegroom almost, | ord, c-crq pns32 xx av-j vvi p-acp n1, cc cst av-j, av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 av, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1598 | Page 42 |
9525 | yet Christ spares them, and doth not all this while cut them off, and bury them out of his sight, | yet christ spares them, and does not all this while Cut them off, and bury them out of his sighed, | av np1 vvz pno32, cc vdz xx d d n1 vvd pno32 a-acp, cc vvi pno32 av pp-f po31 n1, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1598 | Page 42 |
9526 | as men that do forget him. | as men that do forget him. | c-acp n2 cst vdb vvi pno31. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1598 | Page 42 |
9527 | Secondly, He prevents them with awakening grace, and the Lord is up when his servants be abed, | Secondly, He prevents them with awakening grace, and the Lord is up when his Servants be abed, | ord, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n-vvg n1, cc dt n1 vbz a-acp c-crq po31 n2 vbb av, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1599 | Page 42 |
9528 | and is awakened for their good when they are asleep and regard not him; and first by his cry he awakens them before they shake up themselves; | and is awakened for their good when they Are asleep and regard not him; and First by his cry he awakens them before they shake up themselves; | cc vbz vvn p-acp po32 j c-crq pns32 vbr j cc vvb xx pno31; cc ord p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz pno32 c-acp pns32 vvb a-acp px32; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1599 | Page 42 |
9529 | when once the Churches fall asleep, they would sleep their long sleep, and never awaken, if the Lord should not by some cry or other prevent them. | when once the Churches fallen asleep, they would sleep their long sleep, and never awaken, if the Lord should not by Some cry or other prevent them. | q-crq a-acp dt n2 vvb j, pns32 vmd vvi po32 j n1, cc av-x vvi, cs dt n1 vmd xx p-acp d n1 cc n-jn vvb pno32. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1599 | Page 42 |
9530 | Thirdly, He longs for their fellowship and company though secure; | Thirdly, He longs for their fellowship and company though secure; | ord, pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 c-acp j; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1600 | Page 42 |
9531 | and therefore it is not a cry of terror and wrath, the Bridegroom hath forsaken you, for your secure careless course; | and Therefore it is not a cry of terror and wrath, the Bridegroom hath forsaken you, for your secure careless course; | cc av pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 vhz vvn pn22, p-acp po22 j j n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1600 | Page 42 |
9532 | but it is a cry of grace, go forth to meet him; | but it is a cry of grace, go forth to meet him; | cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb av pc-acp vvi pno31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1600 | Page 42 |
9533 | yet he is willing to have communion with you, yet he desires that you would have communion with him; | yet he is willing to have communion with you, yet he Desires that you would have communion with him; | av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pn22, av pns31 vvz cst pn22 vmd vhi n1 p-acp pno31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1600 | Page 42 |
9534 | oh come out to meet him; I shall wrap up all these together, because I shall be brief. | o come out to meet him; I shall wrap up all these together, Because I shall be brief. | uh vvb av pc-acp vvi pno31; pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d d av, c-acp pns11 vmb vbi j. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1600 | Page 42 |
9535 | Wonderful was the grace of Christ toward the old world, when for the space of one hundred and twenty years he waited for them, who after they had been an hundred and nineteen secure, | Wonderful was the grace of christ towards the old world, when for the Molle of one hundred and twenty Years he waited for them, who After they had been an hundred and nineteen secure, | np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd crd cc crd n2 pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, r-crq c-acp pns32 vhd vbn dt crd cc crd j, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1600 | Page 42 |
9536 | yet then the same spirit that waiteth for us in these days of the Gospel, preached the Lord unto them. | yet then the same Spirit that waits for us in these days of the Gospel, preached the Lord unto them. | av av dt d n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1600 | Page 42 |
9537 | Ieremiah was very long speaking to Israel (as the other Prophers) in so much that the Lord professeth to send the King of Babylon against them, | Jeremiah was very long speaking to Israel (as the other Prophers) in so much that the Lord Professes to send the King of Babylon against them, | np1 vbds av av-j vvg p-acp np1 (c-acp dt j-jn n2) p-acp av av-d cst dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1601 | Page 42 |
9538 | yet the Lords heart melts, cha. 26. 1, 2, 3. Speak unto them; it may be they will hearken, | yet the lords heart melts, cham. 26. 1, 2, 3. Speak unto them; it may be they will harken, | av dt n2 n1 vvz, pns11. crd crd, crd, crd vvb p-acp pno32; pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vmb vvi, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1601 | Page 42 |
9539 | and turn that I may repent; | and turn that I may Repent; | cc vvb cst pns11 vmb vvi; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1601 | Page 42 |
9540 | So Ier. 3. they had polluted the Law, ver. 2. showres are withheld (which is no great matter) small evils are arguments of hearts revolted from God; | So Jeremiah 3. they had polluted the Law, ver. 2. showers Are withheld (which is no great matter) small evils Are Arguments of hearts revolted from God; | av np1 crd pns32 vhd vvn dt n1, fw-la. crd n2 vbr vvn (r-crq vbz dx j n1) j n2-jn vbr n2 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp np1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1601 | Page 42 |
9541 | they did the Lord as much mischief as they could, and were secure, verse 3. Yet mark, wilt thou not from this time cry My Father? meet the Lord as thy Husband? will he keep his anger for ever? Nay, the Lord cast off Adulterous Israel, and they knew the cause, | they did the Lord as much mischief as they could, and were secure, verse 3. Yet mark, wilt thou not from this time cry My Father? meet the Lord as thy Husband? will he keep his anger for ever? Nay, the Lord cast off Adulterous Israel, and they knew the cause, | pns32 vdd dt n1 c-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vmd, cc vbdr j, n1 crd av vvb, vm2 pns21 xx p-acp d n1 vvb po11 n1? vvb dt n1 p-acp po21 n1? vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1 c-acp av? uh-x, dt n1 vvd a-acp j np1, cc pns32 vvd dt n1, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1601 | Page 42 |
9542 | yet went on securely in the same sins; | yet went on securely in the same Sins; | av vvd a-acp av-j p-acp dt d n2; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1601 | Page 42 |
9543 | yet see, verse 14. Turn oh back-sliding children, Prov. 6. 5, 6. How long, &c. SECT. II. IN regard of the foolish, |
yet see, verse 14. Turn o backsliding children, Curae 6. 5, 6. How long, etc. SECT. II IN regard of the foolish, there is no reason, but the lords pity and compassion to a sinful people; | av vvb, n1 crd vvb uh j n2, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq av-j, av n1. crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt j, pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp dt n2 vvb cc n1 p-acp dt j n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1601 | Page 43 |
9544 | he hath compassion on them because he will; | he hath compassion on them Because he will; | pns31 vhz n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp pns31 vmb; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1602 | Page 43 |
9545 | for he doth not pity people only in respect of their miseries, but in respect of their sins, 2 Chron. ult. 16. he sent his Prophets among them (and they despised them) because he had compassion on his people; | for he does not pity people only in respect of their misery's, but in respect of their Sins, 2 Chronicles ult. 16. he sent his prophets among them (and they despised them) Because he had compassion on his people; | c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi n1 av-j p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, crd np1 n1. crd pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp pno32 (cc pns32 vvd pno32) p-acp pns31 vhd n1 p-acp po31 n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1602 | Page 43 |
9546 | the cords of grace are let down to all sinners, Blasphemers, Opposers of God, &c. In regard of the wise Virgins, because his Mariage-covenant with them is not suspended on any thing on his peoples part; | the cords of grace Are let down to all Sinners, Blasphemers, Opposers of God, etc. In regard of the wise Virgins, Because his Marriage covenant with them is not suspended on any thing on his peoples part; | dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, n2, n2 pp-f np1, av p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n2, c-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1602 | Page 43 |
9547 | for though there is a condition which the Lord does require of his people in Marriage covenant, | c-acp cs pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vdz vvi pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 | |
9548 | yet the Lord so requires it, as that he intends to work it, and undertakes to maintain it; | yet the Lord so requires it, as that he intends to work it, and undertakes to maintain it; | av dt n1 av vvz pn31, c-acp cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvz pc-acp vvi pn31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9549 | and there is no evil in them, but he promiseth in this Covenant to remove; he will heal them of it, but he will not cast them off for it; | and there is no evil in them, but he promises in this Covenant to remove; he will heal them of it, but he will not cast them off for it; | cc pc-acp vbz dx j-jn p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi; pns31 vmb vvi pno32 pp-f pn31, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp pn31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9550 | hence Ephes. 5. 25. Christ loves his Church; what, because it had loveliness? no, but that he might wash it; | hence Ephesians 5. 25. christ loves his Church; what, Because it had loveliness? no, but that he might wash it; | av np1 crd crd np1 vvz po31 n1; r-crq, c-acp pn31 vhd n1? uh-dx, cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9551 | and if he loves it to this end, that he might wash it, then no pollution can make the Lord utterly to cast it off; | and if he loves it to this end, that he might wash it, then no pollution can make the Lord utterly to cast it off; | cc cs pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31, av dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1 av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9552 | if he loves because of deformities, that he might wash them away, then none can quench his love; | if he loves Because of deformities, that he might wash them away, then none can quench his love; | cs pns31 vvz c-acp pp-f n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 av, cs pix vmb vvi po31 n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9553 | hence no security, no carelesness, though deep, though long, so long as the Mariage-bond between man and wife conti••s, | hence no security, no carelessness, though deep, though long, so long as the Marriagebond between man and wife conti••s, | av dx n1, dx n1, cs j-jn, c-acp av-j, av av-j c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 n2, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9554 | so long as no sin is committed that can break this Mariagebond, so long infirmities or other distempers never separate. | so long as no since is committed that can break this Mariagebond, so long infirmities or other distempers never separate. | av av-j c-acp dx n1 vbz vvn cst vmb vvi d n1, av j n2 cc j-jn n2 av-x vvi. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9555 | Now, no sin in them that are given to Christ can break the Mariage-bond, because it is wholly undertaken on the Lords part; | Now, no since in them that Are given to christ can break the Marriagebond, Because it is wholly undertaken on the lords part; | av, dx n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 vmb vvi dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av-jn vvn p-acp dt n2 vvb; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9556 | women may commit Adultery, and break their Mariage-bond, because they are not kept by their Husband from that; | women may commit Adultery, and break their Marriagebond, Because they Are not kept by their Husband from that; | n2 vmb vvi n1, cc vvi po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9557 | but the Lord undertakes this for his people, to put his fear in their heart, that they shall never depart from God. | but the Lord undertakes this for his people, to put his Fear in their heart, that they shall never depart from God. | cc-acp dt n1 vvz d p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9558 | Hos. 2. 19, 20. I will b•troth thee unto me for ever, and you shall know the Lord; | Hos. 2. 19, 20. I will b•troth thee unto me for ever, and you shall know the Lord; | np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp pno11 c-acp av, cc pn22 vmb vvi dt n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9559 | hence the Lord may humble, but never utterly reject his, for security in a lust. SECT. III. OF Direction and thankfulness to the people of God; | hence the Lord may humble, but never utterly reject his, for security in a lust. SECT. III. OF Direction and thankfulness to the people of God; | av dt n1 vmb vvi, cc-acp av-x av-j vvi po31, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. n1. np1. pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1603 | Page 43 |
9560 | Oh! do not always fallen to fits of doubts After security, though deep and long (as many Christians doe) and so Are ever laying and pulling up foundations; | uh vdb xx av vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, cs j-jn cc av-j (c-acp d np1 n1) cc av vbr av vvg cc vvg a-acp n2; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 | |
9561 | after most peace of conscience, most security, and then the Sea rageth again, and it is hard for any man to keep his peace; | After most peace of conscience, most security, and then the Sea rages again, and it is hard for any man to keep his peace; | p-acp ds n1 pp-f n1, ds n1, cc av dt n1 vvz av, cc pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9562 | have you had such mercy, and love, and will you thus be careless and loose again? believe it, the Lord will break your bones if you love your beds, | have you had such mercy, and love, and will you thus be careless and lose again? believe it, the Lord will break your bones if you love your Beds, | vhb pn22 vhd d n1, cc n1, cc vmb pn22 av vbi j cc j av? vvb pn31, dt n1 vmb vvi po22 n2 cs pn22 vvb po22 n2, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9563 | and not give you rest till you finde it on another pillow; but yet do not deny his love, though you have forgot it; | and not give you rest till you find it on Another pillow; but yet do not deny his love, though you have forgotten it; | cc xx vvi pn22 n1 c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp j-jn n1; cc-acp av vdb xx vvi po31 n1, cs pn22 vhb vvn pn31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9564 | do not say you are not Virgins, because fallen asleep; | do not say you Are not Virgins, Because fallen asleep; | vdb xx vvi pn22 vbr xx n2, c-acp vvn j; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9565 | and that the Bridegroom will never come to meet you, because you have lingred in meeting him; | and that the Bridegroom will never come to meet you, Because you have lingered in meeting him; | cc cst dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vvi pn22, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn p-acp vvg pno31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9566 | for behold he cometh: I know there is a difference between the security of the wise and foolish; of which hereafter: | for behold he comes: I know there is a difference between the security of the wise and foolish; of which hereafter: | c-acp vvb pns31 vvz: pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j; pp-f r-crq av: | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9567 | The Disciples fall asleep in the garden after a trebble warning, yet it was against much relucta•cy; hence Christ pitied them; | The Disciples fallen asleep in the garden After a treble warning, yet it was against much relucta•cy; hence christ pitied them; | dt n2 vvb j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, av pn31 vbds p-acp d n1; av np1 vvd pno32; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9568 | the Spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak; and when they were awakened, their vessels were not found empty; | the Spirit is willing, but the Flesh is weak; and when they were awakened, their vessels were not found empty; | dt n1 vbz j, cc-acp dt n1 vbz j; cc c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, po32 n2 vbdr xx vvn j; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9569 | Peters vessel was full of love to Christ before, and when the Lord awakens him, he tells the Lord he loved him; | Peter's vessel was full of love to christ before, and when the Lord awakens him, he tells the Lord he loved him; | np1 n1 vbds j pp-f n1 p-acp np1 a-acp, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vvz dt n1 pns31 vvd pno31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9570 | and his fall and security in it for a time made him more humble, and love the Lord with less self-confidence, and more purity: | and his fallen and security in it for a time made him more humble, and love the Lord with less selfconfidence, and more purity: | cc po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvd pno31 av-dc j, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dc n1, cc dc n1: | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9571 | But oh, wonder at it, rejoyce in it, and be thankful for it! especially you that have fallen into any secure frame since ye came into these Virgin-Churches; | But o, wonder At it, rejoice in it, and be thankful for it! especially you that have fallen into any secure frame since you Come into these Virgin-Churches; | cc-acp uh, vvb p-acp pn31, vvb p-acp pn31, cc vbi j p-acp pn31! av-j pn22 cst vhb vvn p-acp d j n1 c-acp pn22 vvd p-acp d n2; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 43 |
9572 | which you cannot but do, if you consider the greatness of this sin; to sin and be long secure, and fast asleep, is strange. | which you cannot but do, if you Consider the greatness of this since; to since and be long secure, and fast asleep, is strange. | r-crq pn22 vmbx cc-acp vdb, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1; p-acp n1 cc vbi av-j j, cc av-j j, vbz j. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1604 | Page 44 |
9573 | 1. This is the great provoking sin; | 1. This is the great provoking since; | crd d vbz dt j j-vvg n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1605 | Page 44 |
9574 | look throughout all the Book of God, let the sin be grear, and immediately after conscience smitten, bones broken, | look throughout all the Book of God, let the since be grear, and immediately After conscience smitten, bones broken, | vvb p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb dt n1 vbb av, cc av-j p-acp n1 vvn, n2 vvn, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1605 | Page 44 |
9575 | and heart awakened, we shall never see the Lord but he is pacified, the Lord hears their groanings, and remembers his Covenant; | and heart awakened, we shall never see the Lord but he is pacified, the Lord hears their groanings, and remembers his Covenant; | cc n1 vvn, pns12 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn, dt n1 vvz po32 n2-vvg, cc vvz po31 n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1605 | Page 44 |
9576 | but little sins fallen into, and by security continued in, the Lord visits for this, Psal. 50. When a man shall not only sin, | but little Sins fallen into, and by security continued in, the Lord visits for this, Psalm 50. When a man shall not only since, | cc-acp j n2 vvn p-acp, cc p-acp n1 vvd p-acp, dt n1 vvz p-acp d, np1 crd c-crq dt n1 vmb xx av-j n1, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1605 | Page 44 |
9577 | but take delight in it, as a man doth in his sleep. | but take delight in it, as a man does in his sleep. | cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp po31 n1. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1605 | Page 44 |
9578 | 2. This is a sin in places of liberty and Ordinances, whereas the Lord was never so good to thee, | 2. This is a since in places of liberty and Ordinances, whereas the Lord was never so good to thee, | crd d vbz dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n2, cs dt n1 vbds av-x av j p-acp pno21, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1606 | Page 44 |
9579 | and thy heart never worse to him, never so secure, you thought and purposed never to be so watchful and tender as now; | and thy heart never Worse to him, never so secure, you Thought and purposed never to be so watchful and tender as now; | cc po21 n1 av-x jc p-acp pno31, av-x av j, pn22 vvd cc vvn av-x pc-acp vbi av j cc j c-acp av; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1606 | Page 44 |
9580 | to be secure here, greatly aggravates such security. 3. This sin is a common sin; | to be secure Here, greatly aggravates such security. 3. This since is a Common since; | pc-acp vbi j av, av-j vvz d n1. crd d n1 vbz dt j n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1606 | Page 44 |
9581 | now this adds to a sin, when a man has a hand in a national sin, that runs in the blood of all the Churches; | now this adds to a since, when a man has a hand in a national since, that runs in the blood of all the Churches; | av d vvz p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9582 | for so you see it is, all the Virgins secure: | for so you see it is, all the Virgins secure: | c-acp av pn22 vvb pn31 vbz, d dt n2 j: | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9583 | when all forget the Lord, as though there were not enough to lay more loab upon the Lord; | when all forget the Lord, as though there were not enough to lay more loab upon the Lord; | c-crq d vvb dt n1, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr xx av-d pc-acp vvi dc n1 p-acp dt n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9584 | what doth this but harden others in security; thy wives heart, thy brethrens heart, such a one is secure; | what does this but harden Others in security; thy wives heart, thy Brothers' heart, such a one is secure; | q-crq vdz d p-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp n1; po21 ng1 n1, po21 ng2 n1, d dt pi vbz j; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9585 | as though it were not enough to fight against the Lord, but Ciant-like to fall among the troops of them that securely dishonor the Lord: | as though it were not enough to fight against the Lord, but Ciant-like to fallen among the troops of them that securely dishonour the Lord: | c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst av-j vvi dt n1: | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9586 | When the old world was secure we heard nothing of that; | When the old world was secure we herd nothing of that; | c-crq dt j n1 vbds j pns12 vvd pix pp-f d; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9587 | but when the Sons of God came to be secure, and all flesh corrupted their ways, the Lord falls a mourning, | but when the Sons of God Come to be secure, and all Flesh corrupted their ways, the Lord falls a mourning, | cc-acp c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vbi j, cc d n1 vvd po32 n2, dt n1 vvz dt n1, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9588 | and repents that he had made man: When any sin groweth general in Churches, that sin is most grievous to God; | and repents that he had made man: When any since grows general in Churches, that since is most grievous to God; | cc vvz cst pns31 vhd vvn n1: c-crq d n1 vvz n1 p-acp n2, cst n1 vbz av-ds j p-acp np1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9589 | Princes children when they sin alone it is grievous, but when they take part with all the mutinous crue against their Father, this strikes deep; | Princes children when they sin alone it is grievous, but when they take part with all the mutinous crew against their Father, this strikes deep; | n2 n2 c-crq pns32 vvb av-j pn31 vbz j, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb n1 p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1, d vvz av-jn; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9590 | Oh that ever mine eyes should see this evil. | O that ever mine eyes should see this evil. | uh cst av po11 n2 vmd vvi d n-jn. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1607 | Page 44 |
9591 | 4. It is a sin which is the last, and is the ruine of all the foolish Virgins, | 4. It is a since which is the last, and is the ruin of all the foolish Virgins, | crd pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vbz dt ord, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1608 | Page 44 |
9592 | and perfects their perdition, as here it did; they slept till it was too late; oh that the Lord should not cast you off for this! admire at this; | and perfects their perdition, as Here it did; they slept till it was too late; o that the Lord should not cast you off for this! admire At this; | cc vvz po32 n1, c-acp av pn31 vdd; pns32 vvd c-acp pn31 vbds av j; uh cst dt n1 vmd xx vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp d! vvb p-acp d; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1608 | Page 44 |
9593 | and let thy heart, and house, and work be filled with praise for this: You have complained long of a secure heart; | and let thy heart, and house, and work be filled with praise for this: You have complained long of a secure heart; | cc vvb po21 n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d: pn22 vhb vvn av-j pp-f dt j n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1608 | Page 44 |
9594 | see it humble thee that it continueth, but make thee wonder that the Lord will not cast thee off. SECT. IV. TO all those that have been long secure; | see it humble thee that it Continueth, but make thee wonder that the Lord will not cast thee off. SECT. IV. TO all those that have been long secure; | vvb pn31 vvi pno21 cst pn31 vvz, cc-acp vvb pno21 vvb d dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 a-acp. n1. np1 p-acp d d cst vhb vbn av-j j; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1608 | Page 44 |
9595 | let this compassion of the Lord awaken you, and draw you to him, and make you come out and meet him; | vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 p-acp pno31, cc vvb pn22 vvb av cc vvi pno31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1609 | Page 44 | |
9596 | and give entertainment to the Lord, who hath not yet cast you off from him, but yet crys, oh come and meet me: Methinks this should awaken you; | and give entertainment to the Lord, who hath not yet cast you off from him, but yet cries, o come and meet me: Methinks this should awaken you; | cc vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz xx av vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp pno31, cc-acp av vvz, uh vvb cc vvb pno11: vvz d vmd vvi pn22; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1609 | Page 44 |
9597 | what, hath not the Lord cast me off yet? no! but his cry this day is, Oh come out and meet me! | what, hath not the Lord cast me off yet? no! but his cry this day is, O come out and meet me! | r-crq, vhz xx dt n1 vvd pno11 a-acp av? uh p-acp po31 n1 d n1 vbz, uh vvb av cc vvb pno11! | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1609 | Page 44 |
9598 | The Lord might have cut thee off in thy security; this is his season to others, when men cry peace, peace; | The Lord might have Cut thee off in thy security; this is his season to Others, when men cry peace, peace; | dt n1 vmd vhi vvn pno21 a-acp p-acp po21 n1; d vbz po31 n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-crq n2 vvb n1, uh-n; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1609 | Page 44 |
9599 | and he might have let thee slept and never awake more till past hope; yet here is his grace, oh come and meet him! | and he might have let thee slept and never awake more till past hope; yet Here is his grace, o come and meet him! | cc pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno21 vvn cc av-x vvb av-dc p-acp j n1; av av vbz po31 n1, uh vvb cc vvi pno31! | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1609 | Page 44 |
9600 | and will you despise it and refuse the Lord? Object. 1. I have no oyl in my vessel, no grace in my heart; | and will you despise it and refuse the Lord? Object. 1. I have no oil in my vessel, no grace in my heart; | cc vmb pn22 vvi pn31 cc vvi dt n1? n1. crd pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp po11 n1, dx n1 p-acp po11 n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1609 | Page 44 |
9601 | what should I meet him for, or look for him! I am s• vile and so secure, he cannot look upon me. | what should I meet him for, or look for him! I am s• vile and so secure, he cannot look upon me. | q-crq vmd pns11 vvi pno31 p-acp, cc vvb p-acp pno31! pns11 vbm n1 j cc av j, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp pno11. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1610 | Page 44 |
9602 | Answ. 1. You have the more need of receiving him as your Bridegroom, that so you may receive the eternal anointing of his Spirit of Grace and Life in your hearts. | Answer 1. You have the more need of receiving him as your Bridegroom, that so you may receive the Eternal anointing of his Spirit of Grace and Life in your hearts. | np1 crd pn22 vhb dt av-dc n1 pp-f vvg pno31 p-acp po22 n1, cst av pn22 vmb vvi dt j vvg pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1611 | Page 44 |
9603 | 2. Now you have time to get both. Object. 2. But it is long before the Bridegroom comes; | 2. Now you have time to get both. Object. 2. But it is long before the Bridegroom comes; | crd av pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d. n1. crd p-acp pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 vvz; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1612 | Page 44 |
9604 | there's time enough for this hereafter. | there's time enough for this hereafter. | pc-acp|vbz n1 av-d c-acp d av. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1613 | Page 44 |
9605 | Answ. 1. Would you never look after the Lord, and being betrothed to him till the very time of his coming? will you despise Grace to the utmost, | Answer 1. Would you never look After the Lord, and being betrothed to him till the very time of his coming? will you despise Grace to the utmost, | np1 crd vmd pn22 av-x vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vbg vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg? vmb pn22 vvi n1 p-acp dt j, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1614 | Page 45 |
9606 | and weary out Grace to the last gaspe? behold the Lord shall come, and thy eye shall see him, and waile because of him; | and weary out Grace to the last gasp? behold the Lord shall come, and thy eye shall see him, and wail Because of him; | cc j av n1 p-acp dt ord n1? vvb dt n1 vmb vvi, cc po21 n1 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi c-acp pp-f pno31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1614 | Page 45 |
9607 | and the Lord will make thee cry out on thy death-bed, and warn others to take heed of trifling with the Lord long, who didst never take warning thy self. | and the Lord will make thee cry out on thy deathbed, and warn Others to take heed of trifling with the Lord long, who didst never take warning thy self. | cc dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 vvb av p-acp po21 n1, cc vvi n2-jn p-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 av-j, q-crq vdd2 av-x vvi vvg po21 n1. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1614 | Page 45 |
9608 | 2. You see when the Cry is made, the Bridegroom is not far behinde; | 2. You see when the Cry is made, the Bridegroom is not Far behind; | crd pn22 vvb c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz xx av-j a-acp; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1615 | Page 45 |
9609 | now is his cry, and you see some that did awaken, and after the cry, had time too little to trim their lamps. | now is his cry, and you see Some that did awaken, and After the cry, had time too little to trim their lamps. | av vbz po31 n1, cc pn22 vvb d cst vdd vvi, cc p-acp dt n1, vhd n1 av j pc-acp vvi po32 n2. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1615 | Page 45 |
9610 | It may be many cryes have been sounding in thy secure ears; and yet there's time, he is not come; | It may be many cries have been sounding in thy secure ears; and yet there's time, he is not come; | pn31 vmb vbi d n2 vhb vbn vvg p-acp po21 j n2; cc av pc-acp|vbz n1, pns31 vbz xx vvn; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1615 | Page 45 |
9611 | grant it, and will you therefore despise this rich grace the more because of his goodness. | grant it, and will you Therefore despise this rich grace the more Because of his Goodness. | vvb pn31, cc vmb pn22 av vvi d j n1 dt av-dc c-acp pp-f po31 n1. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1615 | Page 45 |
9612 | Obj. 3. But I am well as I am without the Bridegroom. Ans. It may be sleep is sweet for the present; | Object 3. But I am well as I am without the Bridegroom. Ans. It may be sleep is sweet for the present; | np1 crd p-acp pns11 vbm av c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1. np1 pn31 vmb vbi n1 vbz j p-acp dt j; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1616 | Page 45 |
9613 | but if thou wert awakened, thou wouldst be of another minde; | but if thou Wertenberg awakened, thou Wouldst be of Another mind; | cc-acp cs pns21 vbd2r vvn, pns21 vmd2 vbi a-acp j-jn n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1617 | Page 45 |
9614 | there are many here present that can say, they thought themselves well, &c. but now I see my error, &c. Oh Lord, what if I had been left to these thoughts; | there Are many Here present that can say, they Thought themselves well, etc. but now I see my error, etc. O Lord, what if I had been left to these thoughts; | pc-acp vbr d av j cst vmb vvi, pns32 vvd px32 av, av p-acp av pns11 vvb po11 n1, av uh n1, r-crq cs pns11 vhd vbn vvn p-acp d n2; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1617 | Page 45 |
9615 | yet this is ever the frame of a secure heart (like swine) well when it is in the mire, basking in the Sun. 1. It is pleasure; | yet this is ever the frame of a secure heart (like Swine) well when it is in the mire, basking in the Sun. 1. It is pleasure; | av d vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 (j n1) av c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 crd pn31 vbz n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1617 | Page 45 |
9616 | but consider, it is but short; long security will end in hideous affrights, and doleful awakenings, for one days short sleep: | but Consider, it is but short; long security will end in hideous affrights, and doleful awakenings, for one days short sleep: | cc-acp vvb, pn31 vbz p-acp j; j n1 vmb vvi p-acp j vvz, cc j n2-vvg, p-acp crd n2 j n1: | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1618 | Page 45 |
9617 | I remember Nineveh's are set out by this, Zeph. 2. 15. This is the rejoycing City, that dwelt carelesly; | I Remember Nineveh's Are Set out by this, Zephaniah 2. 15. This is the rejoicing city, that dwelled carelessly; | pns11 vvb npg1 vbr vvn av p-acp d, np1 crd crd d vbz dt vvg n1, cst vvd av-j; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1618 | Page 45 |
9618 | painting out their misery for this sin above all the rest; | painting out their misery for this since above all the rest; | vvg av po32 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d dt n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1618 | Page 45 |
9619 | so when plagues be upon you, God and Angels shall point at you, This is the secure sinner that lived loosly. | so when plagues be upon you, God and Angels shall point At you, This is the secure sinner that lived loosely. | av c-crq n2 vbb p-acp pn22, np1 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, d vbz dt j n1 cst vvd av-j. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1618 | Page 45 |
9620 | 2. It deprives you of more rest and ease; carnal security keeps a man from knowing spiritual security; | 2. It deprives you of more rest and ease; carnal security keeps a man from knowing spiritual security; | crd pn31 vvz pn22 pp-f dc n1 cc n1; j n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg j n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1619 | Page 45 |
9621 | while your sin and sleep is sweet, the grace of Christ and the sense of his love shall be strangers to you, and to your hearts; | while your since and sleep is sweet, the grace of christ and the sense of his love shall be Strangers to you, and to your hearts; | cs po22 n1 cc n1 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi n2 p-acp pn22, cc p-acp po22 n2; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1619 | Page 45 |
9622 | Christ is anointed to preach to a weary, not to a sleepy sinner: Isa. 50. 4. There are seasons of refreshings and coolings, which such shall never know. | christ is anointed to preach to a weary, not to a sleepy sinner: Isaiah 50. 4. There Are seasons of refreshings and coolings, which such shall never know. | np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, xx p-acp dt j n1: np1 crd crd pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2-vvg cc n2-vvg, r-crq d vmb av-x vvi. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1619 | Page 45 |
9623 | 3. This which is thy pleasure, is the Lords sorrow and grief; | 3. This which is thy pleasure, is the lords sorrow and grief; | crd d r-crq vbz po21 n1, vbz dt ng1 n1 cc n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1620 | Page 45 |
9624 | look as when the sinner mourneth under his sin, the Lords heart is quieted, Zeph. 3. 17, 18. I said I would confess, and thou forgavest: | look as when the sinner Mourneth under his since, the lords heart is quieted, Zephaniah 3. 17, 18. I said I would confess, and thou forgavest: | vvb a-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, dt n2 n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vvd pns11 vmd vvi, cc pns21 vv2: | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1620 | Page 45 |
9625 | So when a man delights in his sin, the Lords soul is then grieved; and the more delight, the more grief; | So when a man delights in his since, the lords soul is then grieved; and the more delight, the more grief; | av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, dt n2 n1 vbz av vvn; cc dt av-dc n1, dt av-dc n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1620 | Page 45 |
9626 | Christ mourned for the 〈 ◊ 〉 of their hearts, Mark 5. 3. Now grant that you 〈 … 〉 what joy is it to think, that while I have my ease and peace, 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord hath his burden; | christ mourned for the 〈 ◊ 〉 of their hearts, Mark 5. 3. Now grant that you 〈 … 〉 what joy is it to think, that while I have my ease and peace, 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord hath his burden; | np1 vvd p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 pp-f po32 n2, vvb crd crd av vvb cst pn22 〈 … 〉 q-crq n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst cs pns11 vhb po11 n1 cc n1, 〈 sy 〉 n1 vhz po31 n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1620 | Page 45 |
9627 | my rest and peace is the Lords sorrow in Heaven; when the sons of God grow fleshly, the Lord repented that he had made man; | my rest and peace is the lords sorrow in Heaven; when the Sons of God grow fleshly, the Lord repented that he had made man; | po11 n1 cc n1 vbz dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1; c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb j, dt n1 vvd cst pns31 vhd vvn n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1620 | Page 45 |
9628 | Oh let the groanings of a compassionate God awaken you out of this security! SECT. V. Object. BUt there's none s•cur here. | O let the groanings of a compassionate God awaken you out of this security! SECT. V. Object. BUt there's none s•cur Here. | uh vvb dt n2-vvg pp-f dt j np1 vvi pn22 av pp-f d n1! n1. n1 n1. p-acp pc-acp|vbz pix vvb av. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1620 | Page 45 |
9629 | Answ. It's hard for wise not to fall here; | Answer It's hard for wise not to fallen Here; | np1 pn31|vbz j p-acp j xx pc-acp vvi av; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1622 | Page 45 |
9630 | but for foolish not to fall to this sin, at least to be long preserved from it, will be miraculous; | but for foolish not to fallen to this since, At least to be long preserved from it, will be miraculous; | cc-acp p-acp j xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp ds pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp pn31, vmb vbi j; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1622 | Page 45 |
9631 | but for the most part of men not to be drowned in it. | but for the most part of men not to be drowned in it. | cc-acp p-acp dt av-ds n1 pp-f n2 xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1622 | Page 45 |
9632 | 1. Have not divers lived and never been awakened at all, not so much as to cry out, I am a damned man, what shall I do? thou never hadst a spark of eternal flames of wrath to kindle thy conscience, | 1. Have not diverse lived and never been awakened At all, not so much as to cry out, I am a damned man, what shall I do? thou never Hadst a spark of Eternal flames of wrath to kindle thy conscience, | crd vhb xx j vvn cc av-x vbn vvn p-acp d, xx av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi av, pns11 vbm dt j-vvn n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi? pns21 av-x vhd2 dt n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1623 | Page 45 |
9633 | and that after an ignorant and prophane life. | and that After an ignorant and profane life. | cc cst p-acp dt j cc j n1. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1623 | Page 45 |
9634 | 2. If you have been troubled, have you not fallen asleep before ever you have gotten any settled peace and comfort in the blood of Christ, only hast got so much oyl as makes thy lamp burn, | 2. If you have been troubled, have you not fallen asleep before ever you have got any settled peace and Comfort in the blood of christ, only hast god so much oil as makes thy lamp burn, | crd cs pn22 vhb vbn vvn, vhb pn22 xx vvn j p-acp av pn22 vhb vvn d j-vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j vh2 vvn av d n1 c-acp vvz po21 n1 vvi, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1624 | Page 45 |
9635 | and gives thee a name to live, when thy vessel is empty, and heart is dead. | and gives thee a name to live, when thy vessel is empty, and heart is dead. | cc vvz pno21 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq po21 n1 vbz j, cc n1 vbz j. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1624 | Page 45 |
9637 | or reckoning concerning thy sin? it may be you have a Lent and a cleansing week sometimes; | or reckoning Concerning thy since? it may be you have a Lent and a cleansing Week sometime; | cc vvg vvg po21 n1? pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vhb dt n1 cc dt vvg n1 av; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1625 | Page 46 |
9638 | but most commonly it is otherwise, that you never see sin, but sleep in it, | but most commonly it is otherwise, that you never see since, but sleep in it, | cc-acp av-ds av-j pn31 vbz av, cst pn22 av-x vvi n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp pn31, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1625 | Page 46 |
9639 | and set your selves to go on, having found no hurt in such a course as yet. | and Set your selves to go on, having found no hurt in such a course as yet. | cc vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp, vhg vvn dx n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp av. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1625 | Page 46 |
9640 | 4. How many use the Ordinances of God, come to them, but never gain good by them? What is there no gold in these mines? Yes, | 4. How many use the Ordinances of God, come to them, but never gain good by them? What is there no gold in these mines? Yes, | crd c-crq d vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp pno32, cc-acp av-x vvb j p-acp pno32? q-crq vbz pc-acp dx n1 p-acp d n2? uh, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1626 | Page 46 |
9641 | but a slothful, secure heart will not dig for them. | but a slothful, secure heart will not dig for them. | cc-acp dt j, j n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1626 | Page 46 |
9642 | 5. Nay do not Gods crys make the sleep thee faster? he taketh away a great part of thy estate from thee; | 5. Nay do not God's cries make the sleep thee faster? he Takes away a great part of thy estate from thee; | crd uh-x vdb xx npg1 n2 vvb dt n1 pno21 av-jc? pns31 vvz av dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno21; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1627 | Page 46 |
9643 | and thou lookest upon the misery and shame of rags and poverty; and thy heart dyeth away with discontent, and grows more worldly. | and thou Lookest upon the misery and shame of rags and poverty; and thy heart Dies away with discontent, and grows more worldly. | cc pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cc n1; cc po21 n1 vvz av p-acp n-jn, cc vvz av-dc j. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1627 | Page 46 |
9644 | If light be darkness, if means of wakening be a means of sleeping, how great is that security? Oh therefore go out and meet the Bridegroom! SECT. VI. | If Light be darkness, if means of wakening be a means of sleeping, how great is that security? O Therefore go out and meet the Bridegroom! SECT. VI. | cs n1 vbb n1, cs n2 pp-f n-vvg vbb dt n2 pp-f vvg, c-crq j vbz d n1? uh av vvb av cc vvi dt n1! n1. crd. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1627 | Page 46 |
9645 | Quest. BUt how shall I receive the Lord as my Bridgroom and Husband? | Quest. BUt how shall I receive the Lord as my Bridegroom and Husband? | n1. p-acp q-crq vmb pns11 vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 cc n1? | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1628 | Page 46 |
9646 | Answ. 1. See what thy widowhood is, and forsaken condition, Isa. 54. 5, 6. When thou wast refused, the Lord loved thee; | Answer 1. See what thy widowhood is, and forsaken condition, Isaiah 54. 5, 6. When thou wast refused, the Lord loved thee; | np1 crd n1 q-crq po21 n1 vbz, cc j-vvn n1, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq pns21 vbd2s vvn, dt n1 vvd pno21; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1629 | Page 46 |
9647 | what creature can help thee, when the Lord forsakes thee? what a misery is it to live out of a fathers house! | what creature can help thee, when the Lord forsakes thee? what a misery is it to live out of a Father's house! | r-crq n1 vmb vvi pno21, c-crq dt n1 vvz pno21? q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt ng1 n1! | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1629 | Page 46 |
9648 | 2. See his love that he makes to you, otherwise you will never conclude it, | 2. See his love that he makes to you, otherwise you will never conclude it, | crd vvb po31 n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp pn22, av pn22 vmb av-x vvi pn31, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1630 | Page 46 |
9649 | but sink, saying, The Lord forgets me: Oh see his love he makes to thee to receive him; | but sink, saying, The Lord forgets me: O see his love he makes to thee to receive him; | cc-acp vvb, vvg, dt n1 vvz pno11: uh vvb po31 n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pno31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1630 | Page 46 |
9650 | and that thou wouldest give thy consent to have him, that thou mayst love him, Isa. 56. 6. A carnal heart, a whorish lover desires to close with Christ, that Christ may give gifts to it and love it; | and that thou Wouldst give thy consent to have him, that thou Mayest love him, Isaiah 56. 6. A carnal heart, a whorish lover Desires to close with christ, that christ may give Gifts to it and love it; | cc cst pns21 vmd2 vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vhi pno31, cst pns21 vm2 vvi pno31, np1 crd crd dt j n1, dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst np1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp pn31 cc vvb pn31; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1630 | Page 46 |
9651 | but a Virgin that she may love the Lord, and be wholly his; and this will answer all doubts; | but a Virgae that she may love the Lord, and be wholly his; and this will answer all doubts; | cc-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vbi av-jn png31; cc d vmb vvi d n2; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1630 | Page 46 |
9652 | what have you to do with Christ, and all that mercy, grace and glory? Oh 'tis that I may love the Lord more. Object. 'Tis presumption. | what have you to do with christ, and all that mercy, grace and glory? O it's that I may love the Lord more. Object. It's presumption. | q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vdi p-acp np1, cc d cst n1, n1 cc n1? uh pn31|vbz d pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 av-dc. n1. pn31|vbz n1. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1630 | Page 46 |
9653 | Answ. No, it is that I may love the Lord indeed; | Answer No, it is that I may love the Lord indeed; | np1 uh-dx, pn31 vbz cst pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 av; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1632 | Page 46 |
9654 | and now when the heart is drawn here, Psal. 45. 10. Then shall the King have pleasure in thy beauty; | and now when the heart is drawn Here, Psalm 45. 10. Then shall the King have pleasure in thy beauty; | cc av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av, np1 crd crd av vmb dt n1 vhb n1 p-acp po21 n1; | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1632 | Page 46 |
9655 | pleasure in thee, and all that thou dost: | pleasure in thee, and all that thou dost: | n1 p-acp pno21, cc d cst pns21 vd2: | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1632 | Page 46 |
9656 | What, in me, that am weary of my self? Yes in thee. 1. When he forsakes others, he will meet thee. 2. Though he departs, | What, in me, that am weary of my self? Yes in thee. 1. When he forsakes Others, he will meet thee. 2. Though he departs, | q-crq, p-acp pno11, cst vbm j pp-f po11 n1? uh p-acp pno21. crd c-crq pns31 vvz n2-jn, pns31 vmb vvi pno21. crd cs pns31 vvz, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1632 | Page 46 |
9657 | and sorrows attend thee, yet thy sorrows shall be turned into joy, and he will see thee again, | and sorrows attend thee, yet thy sorrows shall be turned into joy, and he will see thee again, | cc n2 vvb pno21, av po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21 av, | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1632 | Page 46 |
9658 | and never cease delighting in thee, but wrap thee up in everlasting embracings. | and never cease delighting in thee, but wrap thee up in everlasting embracings. | cc av-x vvb vvg p-acp pno21, cc-acp vvb pno21 a-acp p-acp j n2. | (34) chapter (DIV2) | 1632 | Page 46 |
9659 | CHAP. VIII. Of Christs coming, and his awakening sleepy Christians. VERSE 7. Then all the Virgins arose and trimmed, &c. SECT. 1. IN these words to vers. 10. is set down the effect which the cry had upon the Virgins. | CHAP. VIII. Of Christ coming, and his awakening sleepy Christians. VERSE 7. Then all the Virgins arose and trimmed, etc. SECT. 1. IN these words to vers. 10. is Set down the Effect which the cry had upon the Virgins. | np1 np1. pp-f npg1 n-vvg, cc po31 n-vvg j np1. n1 crd cs d dt n2 vvd cc vvn, av n1. crd p-acp d n2 pc-acp fw-la. crd vbz vvn a-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhd p-acp dt n2. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1632 | Page 47 |
9660 | First, Upon all of them in general, in this seventh verse. Secondly, Upon the foolish in particular, in the next verses. | First, Upon all of them in general, in this seventh verse. Secondly, Upon the foolish in particular, in the next Verses. | ord, p-acp d pp-f pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp d ord n1. ord, p-acp dt j p-acp j, p-acp dt ord n2. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1634 | Page 47 |
9661 | First the effect it wrought upon all of them in general, both good and bad, is set down in two things. 1. They did all arise, i. e. they were throughly awakened out of their secure condition. 2. Being awakened they fell to their work, which was to trim their lamps, | First the Effect it wrought upon all of them in general, both good and bad, is Set down in two things. 1. They did all arise, i. e. they were thoroughly awakened out of their secure condition. 2. Being awakened they fell to their work, which was to trim their lamps, | ord dt n1 pn31 vvd p-acp d pp-f pno32 p-acp n1, d j cc j, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp crd n2. crd pns32 vdd d vvi, sy. sy. pns32 vbdr av-j vvn av pp-f po32 j n1. crd vbg vvn pns32 vvd p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi po32 n2, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1636 | Page 47 |
9662 | as to beautifie and adorn their lamps, which had now lost their •light and bea•ty by soiling themselves, and all through neglect; | as to beautify and adorn their lamps, which had now lost their •light and bea•ty by soiling themselves, and all through neglect; | c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2, r-crq vhd av vvn po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg px32, cc d p-acp n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1636 | Page 47 |
9663 | now they trimmed them, when first, they wiped off the soil; secondly, made search for that which was necessary for the shining glory of them; | now they trimmed them, when First, they wiped off the soil; secondly, made search for that which was necessary for the shining glory of them; | av pns32 vvd pno32, c-crq ord, pns32 vvd a-acp dt n1; ord, vvd n1 p-acp d r-crq vbds j p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pno32; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1636 | Page 47 |
9664 | Thus far the foolish trimmed their lamps, who yet did not find that oil in their vessels, which was the main thing to beautifie them indeed, which the wise had; | Thus Far the foolish trimmed their lamps, who yet did not find that oil in their vessels, which was the main thing to beautify them indeed, which the wise had; | av av-j dt j vvn po32 n2, r-crq av vdd xx vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbds dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av, r-crq dt j vhd; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1636 | Page 47 |
9665 | so that they all trimmed their lamps; the wise trimmed theirs indeed; the foolish theirs, so well as they could. | so that they all trimmed their lamps; the wise trimmed theirs indeed; the foolish theirs, so well as they could. | av cst pns32 d vvd po32 n2; dt j vvn png32 av; dt j png32, av av c-acp pns32 vmd. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1636 | Page 47 |
9666 | That the serious real apprehension of the nearness of Christs coming, is enough to awaken throughly the most secure Virgens: | That the serious real apprehension of the nearness of Christ coming, is enough to awaken thoroughly the most secure Virgens: | cst dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi av-j dt av-ds j n2: | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1637 | Page 47 |
9667 | I say, if Virgins (especially that have been awakened to know any thing of the lords coming) this will awaken them; | pns11 vvb, cs n2 (av-j d vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg) d vmb vvi pno32; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1637 | Page 47 | |
9668 | for when the cry was made He cometh, now they all arose; whilst he did tarry as they thought, then they sleep; | for when the cry was made He comes, now they all arose; while he did tarry as they Thought, then they sleep; | c-acp c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn pns31 vvz, av pns32 d vvd; cs pns31 vdd vvi c-acp pns32 vvd, cs pns32 vvb; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1637 | Page 47 |
9669 | but when the cry comes, that he is near and coming, oh now they awake. | but when the cry comes, that he is near and coming, o now they awake. | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, cst pns31 vbz j cc vvg, uh av pns32 vvb. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1637 | Page 47 |
9670 | This coming is meant either of his coming to the last Judgement, or of his coming to particular Judgement immediately at and after death: | This coming is meant either of his coming to the last Judgement, or of his coming to particular Judgement immediately At and After death: | d vvg vbz vvn av-d pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp dt ord n1, cc pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp j n1 av-j p-acp cc p-acp n1: | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1638 | Page 47 |
9671 | I shall apply my self chie•ly to the coming of Christ at death to his people, | I shall apply my self chie•ly to the coming of christ At death to his people, | pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1638 | Page 47 |
9672 | because this doth chiefly concern us; the near approach of this will awaken, when apprehended near. | Because this does chiefly concern us; the near approach of this will awaken, when apprehended near. | c-acp d vdz av-jn vvi pno12; dt j n1 pp-f d vmb vvi, c-crq vvn av-j. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1638 | Page 47 |
9673 | Rom. 13. 11. When the Apostle would awaken them out of security, Your salvation now is nearer than when you first believed, i. e. | Rom. 13. 11. When the Apostle would awaken them out of security, Your salvation now is nearer than when you First believed, i. e. | np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 av pp-f n1, po22 n1 av vbz jc cs c-crq pn22 ord vvd, uh. sy. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1639 | Page 47 |
9674 | that perfect salvation which is at that time; | that perfect salvation which is At that time; | cst j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1639 | Page 47 |
9675 | now if the apprehension that it is nearer than at first awakens, much more when it is apprehended so indeed. | now if the apprehension that it is nearer than At First awakens, much more when it is apprehended so indeed. | av cs dt n1 cst pn31 vbz jc cs p-acp ord vvz, av-d av-dc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn av av. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1639 | Page 48 |
9676 | Iam. 5. 8, 9. There was it seems divers that were oppressed, and they ready to faint, | Iam. 5. 8, 9. There was it seems diverse that were oppressed, and they ready to faint, | np1 crd crd, crd pc-acp vbds pn31 vvz j cst vbdr vvn, cc pns32 j pc-acp vvi, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1639 | Page 48 |
9677 | and forsake the Lord, and wait no more; | and forsake the Lord, and wait no more; | cc vvi dt n1, cc vvb av-dx av-dc; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1639 | Page 48 |
9678 | what therefore doth he do? the coming (saith he) of the Lord draweth nigh. | what Therefore does he do? the coming (Says he) of the Lord draws High. | r-crq av vdz pns31 vdi? dt j-vvg (vvz pns31) pp-f dt n1 vvz av-j. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1639 | Page 48 |
9679 | 1 Sam. 12. 19. When Samuel told them before that misery should come if they would have a King, they cared not; | 1 Sam. 12. 19. When Samuel told them before that misery should come if they would have a King, they cared not; | crd np1 crd crd c-crq np1 vvd pno32 p-acp d n1 vmd vvi cs pns32 vmd vhi dt n1, pns32 vvd xx; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1640 | Page 48 |
9680 | now when thunder came, that they saw death and the Lord near them, now they feared, and cryed, and repented; | now when thunder Come, that they saw death and the Lord near them, now they feared, and cried, and repented; | av c-crq n1 vvd, cst pns32 vvd n1 cc dt n1 av-j pno32, av pns32 vvd, cc vvd, cc vvd; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1640 | Page 48 |
9681 | Oh we dye, say they, pray for us: It is with the Soul as it is with Sea-men, | O we die, say they, pray for us: It is with the Soul as it is with Seamen, | uh pns12 vvb, vvb pns32, vvb p-acp pno12: pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1640 | Page 48 |
9682 | when they first set out in the Main, if the wind be good, and all things well, they take their rest and sleep, | when they First Set out in the Main, if the wind be good, and all things well, they take their rest and sleep, | c-crq pns32 ord vvd av p-acp dt j, cs dt n1 vbb j, cc d n2 av, pns32 vvb po32 n1 cc n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1640 | Page 48 |
9683 | though going nearer every day than other; | though going nearer every day than other; | cs vvg av-jc d n1 cs j-jn; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1640 | Page 48 |
9684 | but when they apprehend they are near the shore, now they look out, though in the night; so here. SECT. II. BEcause here a man sees an end of his sinful way, |
but when they apprehend they Are near the shore, now they look out, though in the night; so Here. SECT. II Because Here a man sees an end of his sinful Way, and of all his delights which have bound him up in the bonds of security; | cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vbr av-j dt n1, av pns32 vvb av, cs p-acp dt n1; av av. n1. crd c-acp av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cc pp-f d po31 n2 r-crq vhb vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1640 | Page 48 |
9685 | a soft bed, and an easie pillow, and much feeding in a place of rest, will procure much sleeping; | a soft Bed, and an easy pillow, and much feeding in a place of rest, will procure much sleeping; | dt j n1, cc dt j n1, cc d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi d j-vvg; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9686 | the heart of a man would never be secure, if it had not some delight or other to quiet it self withal; | the heart of a man would never be secure, if it had not Some delight or other to quiet it self withal; | dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd av-x vbi j, cs pn31 vhd xx d n1 cc n-jn pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 av; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9687 | now at Christs coming there is an end of it, then a man is stript naked of all his greatness and honor, friends, blessings; | now At Christ coming there is an end of it, then a man is stripped naked of all his greatness and honour, Friends, blessings; | av p-acp npg1 vvg a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, cs dt n1 vbz vvn j pp-f d po31 n1 cc n1, n2, n2; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9688 | and when a man sees an end, and is come to an end of a sinful way, | and when a man sees an end, and is come to an end of a sinful Way, | cc c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9689 | now all a mans delights and hopes perish; | now all a men delights and hope's perish; | av d dt ng1 n2 cc n2 vvb; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9690 | the beginning of a sinful course is sweet and beautiful (like pictures seen afar off beautiful) but the end is gal and woormwood; | the beginning of a sinful course is sweet and beautiful (like pictures seen afar off beautiful) but the end is Gall and wormwood; | dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz j cc j (av-j n2 vvn av a-acp j) p-acp dt n1 vbz n1 cc n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9691 | for every sinful secure course is sweet in appearance, or indeed; | for every sinful secure course is sweet in appearance, or indeed; | p-acp d j j n1 vbz j p-acp n1, cc av; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9692 | if only in hope, and conception (as in a dream) when the end comes, all a mans hopes perish. | if only in hope, and conception (as in a dream) when the end comes, all a men hope's perish. | cs av-j p-acp n1, cc n1 (c-acp p-acp dt n1) c-crq dt n1 vvz, d dt ng1 n2 vvi. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9693 | If indeed it hath been sweet, now there's the more grief; | If indeed it hath been sweet, now there's the more grief; | cs av pn31 vhz vbn j, av pc-acp|vbz dt dc n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9694 | now my heart, my life, my blood must be taken from me, and what profit is there now in this my stubborn way! | now my heart, my life, my blood must be taken from me, and what profit is there now in this my stubborn Way! | av po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno11, cc r-crq n1 vbz a-acp av p-acp d po11 j n1! | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9695 | when a man is sinking, and the boat is breaking, what a miserable wretch now, Lord help! | when a man is sinking, and the boat is breaking, what a miserable wretch now, Lord help! | q-crq dt n1 vbz vvg, cc dt n1 vbz vvg, r-crq dt j n1 av, n1 vvb! | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9696 | hence Ezek. 7. 3, 6. when an end is come, now they fling their silver in the streets; | hence Ezekiel 7. 3, 6. when an end is come, now they fling their silver in the streets; | av np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, av pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt n2; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9697 | Oh the stumbling-block of mine iniquity, verse 18, 19. now they shall seek peace and shall not find it, verse 25. now they shall seek a vision of the Prophet, verse 26. Like a man that is drawn into a fair way, | O the stumbling-block of mine iniquity, verse 18, 19. now they shall seek peace and shall not find it, verse 25. now they shall seek a vision of the Prophet, verse 26. Like a man that is drawn into a fair Way, | uh dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, n1 crd, crd av pns32 vmb vvi n1 cc vmb xx vvi pn31, n1 crd zz pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd j dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9698 | and is out of that his way, when he comes to an end, and is forsaken of all and left in a wood, now what's the profit? | and is out of that his Way, when he comes to an end, and is forsaken of all and left in a wood, now what's the profit? | cc vbz av pp-f d po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vbz vvn pp-f d cc vvn p-acp dt n1, av q-crq|vbz dt n1? | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1641 | Page 48 |
9699 | Because at his coming there is the entrance and passage into eternity, |
Because At his coming there is the Entrance and passage into eternity, and into an Eternal state of weal or woe; | c-acp p-acp po31 n-vvg a-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9700 | now though the apprehension of the end of a secure sinful way, may and will awaken, | now though the apprehension of the end of a secure sinful Way, may and will awaken, | av cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1, vmb cc vmb vvi, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9701 | yet when eternity is apprehended it will amaze; | yet when eternity is apprehended it will amaze; | av c-crq n1 vbz vvn pn31 vmb vvi; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9702 | for this time is but a little spring or river which runs into eternity, and carries all men living down with it to eternity: | for this time is but a little spring or river which runs into eternity, and carries all men living down with it to eternity: | p-acp d n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz d n2 vvg a-acp p-acp pn31 p-acp n1: | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9703 | Now when men see an end of time, and the beginning of eternity, and themselves posting thereto, it is as when a man sees himself floating upon the waters, where there's no bottom, | Now when men see an end of time, and the beginning of eternity, and themselves posting thereto, it is as when a man sees himself floating upon the waters, where there's no bottom, | av c-crq n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f n1, cc px32 j-vvg av, pn31 vbz a-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 vvg p-acp dt n2, c-crq pc-acp|vbz dx n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9704 | and all stay gone, though he hath been long secure, now he will cry out if he sees it. | and all stay gone, though he hath been long secure, now he will cry out if he sees it. | cc d n1 vvn, cs pns31 vhz vbn av-j j, av pns31 vmb vvi av cs pns31 vvz pn31. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9705 | It is with men now, as it is with those that are ready to be cast down from some Towr, it makes the heart tremble, oh! where shal I alight! | It is with men now, as it is with those that Are ready to be cast down from Some Towr, it makes the heart tremble, o! where shall I alight! | pn31 vbz p-acp n2 av, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d cst vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb, uh! q-crq vmb pns11 vvi! | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9706 | oh it's impossible but if men do apprehend eternity, and that also near unto them, but it will awaken them; | o it's impossible but if men do apprehend eternity, and that also near unto them, but it will awaken them; | uh pn31|vbz j cc-acp cs n2 vdb vvi n1, cc cst av av-j p-acp pno32, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno32; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9707 | it will make a stout, stony-hearted Saul to run to Urim; it will make Kings and Princes run to Monasteries, and men to Cells and Deserts; | it will make a stout, stonyhearted Saul to run to Urim; it will make Kings and Princes run to Monasteries, and men to Cells and Deserts; | pn31 vmb vvi dt j, j np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; pn31 vmb vvi n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp n2, cc n2 p-acp n2 cc n2; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9708 | It will make the proudest Felix tremble when Paul reasons of Judgement to come. It's usually the first thing that doth awaken the people of God; | It will make the proudest Felix tremble when Paul Reasons of Judgement to come. It's usually the First thing that does awaken the people of God; | pn31 vmb vvi dt js np1 vvb c-crq np1 n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi. pn31|vbz av-j dt ord n1 cst vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9709 | eternity doth amaze them, and them that have fallen to all •asciviousness. Oh eternity! Because of the terror at the coming of the Lord; | eternity does amaze them, and them that have fallen to all •asciviousness. O eternity! Because of the terror At the coming of the Lord; | n1 vdz vvi pno32, cc pno32 cst vhb vvn p-acp d n1. uh n1! c-acp pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1642 | Page 48 |
9710 | Revel. 6. ult. to them that be unprovided and unprepared; hence it is, and will be, when an evil is near, Fear will fly out: | vvb. crd n1. p-acp pno32 d vbb j-vvn cc j; av pn31 vbz, cc vmb vbi, c-crq dt n-jn vbz j, n1 vmb vvi av: | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1643 | Page 49 | |
9711 | Men as men will do it, unless they be walking blocks and bruits. For, 1. Then they are to stand naked before the Lord so great and holy. | Men as men will do it, unless they be walking blocks and bruits. For, 1. Then they Are to stand naked before the Lord so great and holy. | n2 c-acp n2 vmb vdi pn31, cs pns32 vbb vvg n2 cc n2. p-acp, crd cs pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1 av j cc j. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1643 | Page 49 |
9712 | 2. Then they shall have all their sins set in order, Psal. 50. 21. and especially those secret sins which they never saw, | 2. Then they shall have all their Sins Set in order, Psalm 50. 21. and especially those secret Sins which they never saw, | crd cs pns32 vmb vhi d po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc av-j d j-jn n2 r-crq pns32 av-x vvd, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1645 | Page 49 |
9713 | and whereby they did perfect their own perdition. | and whereby they did perfect their own perdition. | cc c-crq pns32 vdd vvi po32 d n1. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1645 | Page 49 |
9714 | 3. Then the final sentence past, never to be recalled again, and they shall know it; | 3. Then the final sentence passed, never to be Recalled again, and they shall know it; | crd av dt j n1 vvn, av-x pc-acp vbi vvn av, cc pns32 vmb vvi pn31; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1646 | Page 49 |
9715 | for if there might be a day to repent, then some hope; but if not, o• this awakens. | for if there might be a day to Repent, then Some hope; but if not, o• this awakens. | c-acp cs pc-acp vmd vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cs d n1; cc-acp cs xx, n1 d vvz. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1646 | Page 49 |
9716 | 4. Then to be surrendred up into the hands of Devils, to be kept by that Jaylor in Prison, 1 Pet. 3. 19. until the coming of the great day; | 4. Then to be surrendered up into the hands of Devils, to be kept by that Jailor in Prison, 1 Pet. 3. 19. until the coming of the great day; | crd cs pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1647 | Page 49 |
9717 | and so to be kept in their custody, and to be in their fellowship, looking back, | and so to be kept in their custody, and to be in their fellowship, looking back, | cc av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp po32 n1, vvg av, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1647 | Page 49 |
9718 | and mourning for time mis-spent, looking to time to come, shortly to meet my body, and then to be parted for ever from the Lord! | and mourning for time misspent, looking to time to come, shortly to meet my body, and then to be parted for ever from the Lord! | cc vvg p-acp n1 vvn, vvg p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, av-j pc-acp vvi po11 n1, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1! | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1647 | Page 49 |
9759 | number your days, they are soon told over, and often think of your latter end when the Bridegroom comes; | number your days, they Are soon told over, and often think of your latter end when the Bridegroom comes; | vvb po22 n2, pns32 vbr av vvn a-acp, cc av vvb pp-f po22 d n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1655 | Page 50 |
9719 | oh when this evil is apprehended, it will awaken a man to search and look about him. SECT. III. HEnce see a great cause of the deep and long security of many a man, |
o when this evil is apprehended, it will awaken a man to search and look about him. SECT. III. HEnce see a great cause of the deep and long security of many a man, and that in Virgin-Churches under all awakening means, Ordinances and Providences of God; | uh c-crq d n-jn vbz vvn, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31. n1. np1. av vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f d dt n1, cc cst p-acp n2 p-acp d n-vvg vvz, n2 cc n2 pp-f np1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1647 | Page 49 |
9720 | men put far from them this day of death, and time of Christs coming, they think seldom of it, come not near to it, | men put Far from them this day of death, and time of Christ coming, they think seldom of it, come not near to it, | n2 vvd av-j p-acp pno32 d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, pns32 vvb av pp-f pn31, vvb xx av-j p-acp pn31, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1648 | Page 49 |
9721 | nor make it near to them; | nor make it near to them; | ccx vvi pn31 av-j p-acp pno32; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1648 | Page 49 |
9722 | sometime they complain of a dead sluggish spirit, secure heart, and yet remain so, and wonder sometime at the reason of it why it shou'd be so; | sometime they complain of a dead sluggish Spirit, secure heart, and yet remain so, and wonder sometime At the reason of it why it should be so; | av pns32 vvb pp-f dt j j n1, j n1, cc av vvb av, cc vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 q-crq pn31 vvd vbi av; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1648 | Page 49 |
9723 | why? this is one reason of it, either you think not of this coming of the Lord, | why? this is one reason of it, either you think not of this coming of the Lord, | q-crq? d vbz crd n1 pp-f pn31, av-d pn22 vvb xx pp-f d n-vvg pp-f dt n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1648 | Page 49 |
9724 | or see it not near, even at the door, but number many days to your selves, | or see it not near, even At the door, but number many days to your selves, | cc vvb pn31 xx j, av p-acp dt n1, cc-acp n1 d n2 p-acp po22 n2, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1648 | Page 49 |
9725 | and this is the cause of it, you do not lodge in, nay look to your Coffins, | and this is the cause of it, you do not lodge in, nay look to your Coffins, | cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp, uh-x vvb p-acp po22 n2, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1648 | Page 49 |
9726 | and walk to your graves side often, and so stand there and hear the cry, and see the Lord a coming; | and walk to your graves side often, and so stand there and hear the cry, and see the Lord a coming; | cc vvi p-acp po22 n2 n1 av, cc av vvb a-acp cc vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 dt n-vvg; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1648 | Page 49 |
9727 | there will be more in what I say than what you see at first blush of this truth; | there will be more in what I say than what you see At First blush of this truth; | pc-acp vmb vbi av-dc p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb cs r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp ord n1 pp-f d n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1648 | Page 49 |
9728 | but this I know, and the Word proves it, universal security ariseth from hence. As for instance. | but this I know, and the Word Proves it, universal security arises from hence. As for instance. | cc-acp d pns11 vvb, cc dt n1 vvz pn31, j n1 vvz p-acp av. p-acp p-acp n1. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1648 | Page 49 |
9729 | 1. Why do men minde the things of the world so much? that there is such care for them, such eager desire after them, that many times prayer is neglected, Sabbaths neglected, | 1. Why do men mind the things of the world so much? that there is such care for them, such eager desire After them, that many times prayer is neglected, Sabbaths neglected, | crd q-crq vdb n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av av-d? cst a-acp vbz d n1 p-acp pno32, d j n1 p-acp pno32, cst d n2 n1 vbz vvn, n2 vvn, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1649 | Page 49 |
9730 | when will they be at an end? God neglected, Souls of wife, children servants, a mans own soul neglected and overgrown with nettles; | when will they be At an end? God neglected, Souls of wife, children Servants, a men own soul neglected and overgrown with nettles; | c-crq vmb pns32 vbb p-acp dt n1? np1 vvd, n2 pp-f n1, n2 n2, dt ng1 d n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp n2; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1649 | Page 49 |
9731 | that there is such an high opinion, dreams of worldly goods, and when a man hath them, then at rest; | that there is such an high opinion, dreams of worldly goods, and when a man hath them, then At rest; | cst pc-acp vbz d dt j n1, n2 pp-f j n2-j, cc c-crq dt n1 vhz pno32, av p-acp n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1649 | Page 49 |
9732 | because, with the glutton, they think they have goods for many a year; and hence we shall see when a man waketh, death is near to him; | Because, with the glutton, they think they have goods for many a year; and hence we shall see when a man waketh, death is near to him; | c-acp, p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb pns32 vhb n2-j p-acp d dt n1; cc av pns12 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 vvz, n1 vbz av-j p-acp pno31; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1649 | Page 49 |
9733 | and when it is near to a man, now he thinks he hath been deceived in all the things of the world, that they are not good for him, 1 Cor. 7. 29. The time is short, | and when it is near to a man, now he thinks he hath been deceived in all the things of the world, that they Are not good for him, 1 Cor. 7. 29. The time is short, | cc c-crq pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vvz pns31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vbr xx j p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz j, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1649 | Page 49 |
9734 | and the fashion of the world passeth away: Nothing makes these things so sought after and good but only esteem; | and the fashion of the world passes away: Nothing makes these things so sought After and good but only esteem; | cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av: pix vvz d n2 av vvn a-acp cc j p-acp j n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1649 | Page 49 |
9735 | now this is because men look only to things present. | now this is Because men look only to things present. | av d vbz c-acp n2 vvb av-j p-acp n2 j. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1649 | Page 49 |
9736 | 2. Why do mens hearts sink with the meanness of their outward condition, and the troubles of it? (for this is security) it is because of this, they do not remember the nearness of the coming of the Lord; | 2. Why do men's hearts sink with the meanness of their outward condition, and the Troubles of it? (for this is security) it is Because of this, they do not Remember the nearness of the coming of the Lord; | crd q-crq vdb ng2 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31? (c-acp d vbz n1) pn31 vbz p-acp pp-f d, pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1650 | Page 49 |
9737 | it is but a little while longer, and then the God I have chosen will alone be sweet, | it is but a little while longer, and then the God I have chosen will alone be sweet, | pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 av-jc, cc av dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn vmb av-j vbi j, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1650 | Page 49 |
9738 | and he will make me amends for all my troubles, and therefore let me bear up my head a little while. | and he will make me amends for all my Troubles, and Therefore let me bear up my head a little while. | cc pns31 vmb vvi pno11 n2 p-acp d po11 n2, cc av vvb pno11 vvi a-acp po11 n1 dt j n1. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1650 | Page 49 |
9739 | Psal. 39. when Davids heart began to be troubled by seeing others prosperity, his own misery, Lord (saith he) make me to know my end and the measure of my days, mine age is as an hand breadth; | Psalm 39. when Davids heart began to be troubled by seeing Others Prosperity, his own misery, Lord (Says he) make me to know my end and the measure of my days, mine age is as an hand breadth; | np1 crd c-crq np1 n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg n2-jn n1, po31 d n1, n1 (vvz pns31) vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, po11 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1650 | Page 49 |
9740 | hence ver. 7. Lord what hope I for? truly my hope is in thee. | hence for. 7. Lord what hope I for? truly my hope is in thee. | av p-acp. crd n1 q-crq vvb pns11 p-acp? av-j po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno21. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1650 | Page 49 |
9741 | 3. Why are men pu•t up with their own excellencies, and filled with such pride and high conce••s of themselves, sometimes of their beauty, sometimes of their apparel, sometime their friends, sometime their esteem, | 3. Why Are men pu•t up with their own excellencies, and filled with such pride and high conce••s of themselves, sometime of their beauty, sometime of their apparel, sometime their Friends, sometime their esteem, | crd q-crq vbr n2 vvn a-acp p-acp po32 d n2, cc vvn p-acp d n1 cc j n2 pp-f px32, av pp-f po32 n1, av pp-f po32 n1, av po32 n2, av po32 n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1651 | Page 50 |
9742 | and they value themselves much by this? men consider not the coming of the Lord, which shall stain the pride of all glory, Isa. 23. 8. and that this time is near. | and they valve themselves much by this? men Consider not the coming of the Lord, which shall stain the pride of all glory, Isaiah 23. 8. and that this time is near. | cc pns32 vvb px32 d p-acp d? n2 vvb xx dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd cc d d n1 vbz j. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1651 | Page 50 |
9743 | 4. Why do people complain they cannot prize the Lord or his Ordinances as they could? why do men on their death-beds then prize it, | 4. Why do people complain they cannot prize the Lord or his Ordinances as they could? why do men on their deathbeds then prize it, | crd q-crq vdb n1 vvi pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 cc po31 n2 c-acp pns32 vmd? q-crq vdb n2 p-acp po32 n2 av vvb pn31, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1652 | Page 50 |
9744 | then pray, then hear? then oh a little mercy, then send for Moses, then the Lord is righteous; | then pray, then hear? then o a little mercy, then send for Moses, then the Lord is righteous; | av vvb, av vvb? av uh dt j n1, av vvb p-acp np1, av dt n1 vbz j; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1652 | Page 50 |
9745 | and if he shew mercy, never such a pattern as I, because now death and Christs coming is near: | and if he show mercy, never such a pattern as I, Because now death and Christ coming is near: | cc cs pns31 vvb n1, av-x d dt n1 c-acp pns11, c-acp av n1 cc npg1 n-vvg vbz j: | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1652 | Page 50 |
9746 | you do therefore undervalue the gain of Ordinances, because of this; |
you do Therefore undervalue the gain of Ordinances, Because of this; if you did, you would glory in nothing but the Lord, Jeremiah 9. 21, 23. | pn22 vdb av vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pp-f d; cs pn22 vdd, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pix cc-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1652 | Page 50 |
9747 | 5. Why do men go up and down without any assurance of the Lords love, | 5. Why do men go up and down without any assurance of the lords love, | crd q-crq vdb n2 vvi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1653 | Page 50 |
9748 | or the truth of any grace, and that after conviction? why do men upon their deathbeds seek for it, | or the truth of any grace, and that After conviction? why do men upon their deathbeds seek for it, | cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc cst p-acp n1? q-crq vdb n2 p-acp po32 n2 vvb p-acp pn31, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1653 | Page 50 |
9749 | and then fall a searching, and then open their estates, and then desire peace? because the coming of the Lord is near; | and then fallen a searching, and then open their estates, and then desire peace? Because the coming of the Lord is near; | cc av vvb dt j-vvg, cc av vvb po32 n2, cc av vvb n1? c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz j; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1653 | Page 50 |
9750 | you put the day of the Lord far from you; | you put the day of the Lord Far from you; | pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j p-acp pn22; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1653 | Page 50 |
9751 | if you saw it near, you would get on your armor in readiness against the day of battel; | if you saw it near, you would get on your armour in readiness against the day of battle; | cs pn22 vvd pn31 av-j, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1653 | Page 50 |
9752 | if your Husband be at door, you would get on your apparel, Psal. 89. 46, 47, 49. | if your Husband be At door, you would get on your apparel, Psalm 89. 46, 47, 49. | cs po22 n1 vbb p-acp n1, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1653 | Page 50 |
9753 | 6. Why is so much time spent unfruitfully, that a Christan is not abundant in doing and receiving good? who is the better for thy speeches, | 6. Why is so much time spent unfruitfully, that a Christian is not abundant in doing and receiving good? who is the better for thy Speeches, | crd q-crq vbz av d n1 vvn av-j, cst dt njp vbz xx j p-acp vdg cc vvg j? q-crq vbz dt jc p-acp po21 n2, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1654 | Page 50 |
9754 | for thy prayers, for thy example? when Moses Psal. 90. had numbered mens days, then v. 17. stablish thou the work of our hands upon us; | for thy Prayers, for thy Exampl? when Moses Psalm 90. had numbered men's days, then v. 17. establish thou the work of our hands upon us; | p-acp po21 n2, p-acp po21 n1? q-crq np1 np1 crd vhd vvn ng2 n2, cs n1 crd vvb pns21 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pno12; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1654 | Page 50 |
9755 | Look upon a Christian at first conversion, he thinks he shall not live long; it's strange to see what prayers, what tears; | Look upon a Christian At First conversion, he thinks he shall not live long; it's strange to see what Prayers, what tears; | vvb p-acp dt njp p-acp ord n1, pns31 vvz pns31 vmb xx vvi av-j; pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq n2, r-crq vvz; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1654 | Page 50 |
9756 | how fruitful, how diligent he is; Oh therefore see your sore this day! 'tis nigh almost, O therefore up and be doing. SECT. IV. | how fruitful, how diligent he is; O Therefore see your soar this day! it's High almost, Oh Therefore up and be doing. SECT. IV. | c-crq j, c-crq j pns31 vbz; uh av vvb po22 n1 d n1! pn31|vbz av-j av, uh av a-acp cc vbi vdg. n1. np1 | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1654 | Page 50 |
9757 | OH therefore, |
O Therefore, if ever you would be freed from this infectious, this damning since and plague of security, make the coming of the Lord near unto you, | uh av, cs av pn22 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d j, d vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 av-j p-acp pn22, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1655 | Page 50 |
9760 | for this will awaken you out of your secure fits, and make you fall hard to your work. | for this will awaken you out of your secure fits, and make you fallen hard to your work. | p-acp d vmb vvi pn22 av pp-f po22 j n2, cc vvb pn22 vvb av-j p-acp po22 n1. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1655 | Page 50 |
9761 | First, This will make you do much work for the Lord in a little time; when Moses was to be gathered to his Fathers, now he provides for the Church, | First, This will make you do much work for the Lord in a little time; when Moses was to be gathered to his Father's, now he provides for the Church, | ord, d vmb vvi pn22 vdb d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; c-crq np1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1656 | Page 50 |
9762 | now he instructs the people more than ever concerning their e••ates, &c. Secondly, It will be very sweet; | now he instructs the people more than ever Concerning their e••ates, etc. Secondly, It will be very sweet; | av pns31 vvz dt n1 av-dc cs av vvg po32 n2, av ord, pn31 vmb vbi av j; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1656 | Page 50 |
9763 | it is but a very little while though it be bitter, and it will put strength to do it; | it is but a very little while though it be bitter, and it will put strength to do it; | pn31 vbz p-acp dt j j n1 cs pn31 vbb j, cc pn31 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1657 | Page 50 |
9764 | work is wearisom for want of strength; so Christ's work is wearisom, because we want strength; | work is wearisome for want of strength; so Christ's work is wearisome, Because we want strength; | n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f n1; av npg1 n1 vbz j, c-acp pns12 vvb n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1657 | Page 50 |
9765 | now this doth put strength into the soul, Iam. 5. 8, 9. Thirdly, It will be very glorious; | now this does put strength into the soul, Iam. 5. 8, 9. Thirdly, It will be very glorious; | av d vdz vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd ord, pn31 vmb vbi av j; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1657 | Page 50 |
9766 | works even of dying men are very glorious and successful: Speeches of living (yet dying Christians) sink deep; | works even of dying men Are very glorious and successful: Speeches of living (yet dying Christians) sink deep; | n2 av pp-f j-vvg n2 vbr av j cc j: n2 pp-f vvg (av vvg np1) vvb av-jn; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1658 | Page 50 |
9767 | for then God is near unto us when we are near unto him, and see things as they are; | for then God is near unto us when we Are near unto him, and see things as they Are; | c-acp cs np1 vbz av-j p-acp pno12 c-crq pns12 vbr av-j p-acp pno31, cc vvi n2 c-acp pns32 vbr; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1658 | Page 50 |
9768 | and hence such speeches are commonly blest to men; | and hence such Speeches Are commonly blessed to men; | cc av d n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n2; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1658 | Page 50 |
9769 | the speeches and works and carriages of Christ were never so glorious, as when most near his end. SECT. V. | the Speeches and works and carriages of christ were never so glorious, as when most near his end. SECT. V. | dt n2 cc n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbdr av av j, c-acp c-crq ds j po31 n1. n1. n1 | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1658 | Page 50 |
9770 | Object. BUt should • Christian in Christ use this as a motive to stir up his heart, | Object. BUt should • Christian in christ use this as a motive to stir up his heart, | n1. p-acp vmd • njp p-acp np1 vvi d c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1659 | Page 51 |
9771 | or no? this is mockery, this Philosophy sends men to; doth Divinity do so? a Christian must be acted by love, not fear. | or no? this is mockery, this Philosophy sends men to; does Divinity do so? a Christian must be acted by love, not Fear. | cc dx? d vbz n1, d n1 vvz n2 p-acp; vdz np1 vdb av? dt njp vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, xx n1. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1659 | Page 51 |
9772 | Answ. 1. That which God hath sanctified for this end we may make use of for the attainment of it; | Answer 1. That which God hath sanctified for this end we may make use of for the attainment of it; | np1 crd d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9773 | now God hath sanctified afflictions, death, and the fear of them for this end, to awaken the secure sinner; | now God hath sanctified afflictions, death, and the Fear of them for this end, to awaken the secure sinner; | av np1 vhz vvn n2, n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9774 | Iehosaphat fears and proclaimeth a fast; Noah feared and built an Ark; | Jehoshaphat fears and proclaims a fast; Noah feared and built an Ark; | np1 n2 cc vvz dt n1; np1 vvn cc vvd dt n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9775 | Christ himself to the Church of S•rdis (to awaken her) professeth he will come as a thief in the night suddenly, 2 Pet. 3. If the heavens shall be dissolved, what manntr of persons should we be: | christ himself to the Church of S•rdis (to awaken her) Professes he will come as a thief in the night suddenly, 2 Pet. 3. If the heavens shall be dissolved, what manntr of Persons should we be: | np1 px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (pc-acp vvi pno31) vvz pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j, crd np1 crd cs dt n2 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 vbi: | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9776 | It is true, it is hypocrisie for a man to be led only by fear; | It is true, it is hypocrisy for a man to be led only by Fear; | pn31 vbz j, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9777 | but it is prophaness (the original of the Sadduces) not to be terrified at all; | but it is profaneness (the original of the Sadducees) not to be terrified At all; | cc-acp pn31 vbz n1 (dt n-jn pp-f dt np2) xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9778 | it is not hypocrisie to be awakened partly by fear to the apprehension of these things; | it is not hypocrisy to be awakened partly by Fear to the apprehension of these things; | pn31 vbz xx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9779 | for God hath sanctified them for this end, and though these do not work grace (where there was none before) barely, | for God hath sanctified them for this end, and though these do not work grace (where there was none before) barely, | p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d n1, cc cs d vdb xx vvi n1 (c-crq pc-acp vbds pix p-acp) av-j, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9780 | yet the awakening of conscience, is that whereby the Lord prepares for grace; and this is good in its kinde; | yet the awakening of conscience, is that whereby the Lord prepares for grace; and this is good in its kind; | av dt n-vvg pp-f n1, vbz d c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1; cc d vbz j p-acp po31 n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9781 | and it stirs up grace where it was before, as here this cry makes the Virgins to kindle their oyl, and set that a burning. | and it stirs up grace where it was before, as Here this cry makes the Virgins to kindle their oil, and Set that a burning. | cc pn31 vvz a-acp n1 c-crq pn31 vbds a-acp, c-acp av d n1 vvz dt n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvd cst dt j-vvg. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1660 | Page 51 |
9782 | Objection 2. But the time is not near; Should I apprehend an untruth? Answ. It may be 'tis near; | Objection 2. But the time is not near; Should I apprehend an untruth? Answer It may be it's near; | n1 crd p-acp dt n1 vbz xx j; vmd pns11 vvi dt n1? np1 pn31 vmb vbi pn31|vbz av-j; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1661 | Page 51 |
9783 | the apprehension of this is not false, and this the Lord gives verse 13. as the ground of constant watch, for you know not when he comes; | the apprehension of this is not false, and this the Lord gives verse 13. as the ground of constant watch, for you know not when he comes; | dt n1 pp-f d vbz xx j, cc d dt n1 vvz n1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp pn22 vvb xx c-crq pns31 vvz; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1662 | Page 51 |
9784 | now if men love their goods, they will watch. 2. It is near; | now if men love their goods, they will watch. 2. It is near; | av cs n2 vvb po32 n2-j, pns32 vmb vvi. crd pn31 vbz j; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1662 | Page 51 |
9785 | if you had but wisdom to see into eternity, and the nature of time, you would say so also, Psal. 90. 4. A thousand years are but as yesterday, | if you had but Wisdom to see into eternity, and the nature of time, you would say so also, Psalm 90. 4. A thousand Years Are but as yesterday, | cs pn22 vhd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vmd vvi av av, np1 crd crd dt crd n2 vbr p-acp c-acp av-an, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9786 | and as a watch in the night. | and as a watch in the night. | cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9787 | Vers. 5. our time is as a sleep, short and vain. Ver. 6. it is but as a flower of one days glory; | Vers. 5. our time is as a sleep, short and vain. Ver. 6. it is but as a flower of one days glory; | np1 crd po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, j cc j. np1 crd pn31 vbz cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2 n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9788 | nay, it is but as a thought, vers. 9. It is so when you see things as they are, | nay, it is but as a Thought, vers. 9. It is so when you see things as they Are, | uh-x, pn31 vbz cc-acp c-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd pn31 vbz av c-crq pn22 vvb n2 c-acp pns32 vbr, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9789 | and you will account it so. | and you will account it so. | cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9790 | Oh therefore let me beg this of you, make Christs coming, and death near to you, tha• you may be delivered from your dead palsies, deep slumbers, and dying sick sleeps; | O Therefore let me beg this of you, make Christ coming, and death near to you, tha• you may be Delivered from your dead palsies, deep slumbers, and dying sick sleeps; | uh av vvb pno11 vvi d pp-f pn22, vvb npg1 vvg, cc n1 av-j p-acp pn22, n1 pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po22 j n2, j-jn n2, cc vvg j n2; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9791 | especially seeing the signs of the Lords coming to reckon with you, do you think to escape? Masters that betrust Servants with most, will they call others to account, to whom they have betrusted less, | especially seeing the Signs of the lords coming to reckon with you, do you think to escape? Masters that betrust Servants with most, will they call Others to account, to whom they have betrusted less, | av-j vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi? ng1 cst vvb n2 p-acp ds, vmb pns32 vvb n2-jn p-acp n1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn av-dc, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9792 | and not you? what people under heaven be trusted with more mercies and liberties than we! | and not you? what people under heaven be trusted with more Mercies and Liberties than we! | cc xx pn22? q-crq n1 p-acp n1 vbi vvn p-acp dc n2 cc n2 cs pns12! | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9793 | and do you think he is gone to a far Country, and will never return? He let Palatine and other Churches enjoy the means long, he summons them to an account by famine, sword, | and do you think he is gone to a Far Country, and will never return? He let Palatine and other Churches enjoy the means long, he summons them to an account by famine, sword, | cc vdb pn22 vvi pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc vmb av-x vvi? pns31 vvd jp cc j-jn n2 vvb dt n2 av-j, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9794 | and pestilence, wilde beasts, and cruel Souldiers; and shall he never ride in his circuit this way? yes verily: | and pestilence, wild beasts, and cruel Soldiers; and shall he never ride in his circuit this Way? yes verily: | cc n1, j n2, cc j n2; cc vmb pns31 av-x vvi p-acp po31 n1 d n1? uh av-j: | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9795 | Do you boast in the goodly stones of this Temple? If the Lord by your security be despised, | Do you boast in the goodly stones of this Temple? If the Lord by your security be despised, | vdb pn22 vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1? cs dt n1 p-acp po22 n1 vbi vvn, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9796 | and his Messengers, and Ordinances, and Kingdom, he will not leave one stone upon another: When will this be? not yet: that's true; | and his Messengers, and Ordinances, and Kingdom, he will not leave one stone upon Another: When will this be? not yet: that's true; | cc po31 n2, cc n2, cc n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn: c-crq vmb d vbi? xx av: d|vbz j; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9797 | yet awake at the signs of it, Mat. 24. Wars, rumors of wars, famine, aerthquakes, deceivers that come in the name of Christ, Apostacy of Professors, whence many com• to be offended, Divisions and scatterings of one Brother against another, Iniquity abounding in the World, | yet awake At the Signs of it, Mathew 24. Wars, rumours of wars, famine, aerthquakes, deceivers that come in the name of christ, Apostasy of Professors, whence many com• to be offended, Divisions and scatterings of one Brother against Another, Iniquity abounding in the World, | av vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, np1 crd n2, n2 pp-f n2, n1, n2, n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 pp-f n2, c-crq d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f crd n1 p-acp n-jn, n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9798 | and Love growing cold in Churches; If these be not amongst us now, we have the less cause to fear; | and Love growing cold in Churches; If these be not among us now, we have the less cause to Fear; | cc n1 vvg j-jn p-acp n2; cs d vbb xx p-acp pno12 av, pns12 vhb dt av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9799 | if so, have we not cause to awake one hour considering our time is nigh! if not, yet Christs time is nigh of coming to particular persons. SECT. VI. | if so, have we not cause to awake one hour considering our time is High! if not, yet Christ time is High of coming to particular Persons. SECT. VI. | cs av, vhb pns12 xx n1 pc-acp vvi crd n1 vvg po12 n1 vbz av! cs xx, av npg1 n1 vbz av-j pp-f vvg p-acp j n2. n1. crd. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1663 | Page 51 |
9800 | Quest. HOw shall I make it near? | Quest. HOw shall I make it near? | n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pn31 av-j? | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1664 | Page 52 |
9978 | and boasted of the things of the earth, whose glory is their shame; and he speaks of them weeping: | and boasted of the things of the earth, whose glory is their shame; and he speaks of them weeping: | cc vvd pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, rg-crq n1 vbz po32 n1; cc pns31 vvz pp-f pno32 vvg: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9801 | Answ. Truly till the Lord teach us the number of our days, we can never do it: yet three things do; | Answer Truly till the Lord teach us the number of our days, we can never do it: yet three things do; | np1 av-j p-acp dt n1 vvb pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmb av-x vdi pn31: av crd n2 vdb; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1665 | Page 52 |
9802 | First, Convince thy soul of the sin and evil of looking after to morrow, and reaching after that time which is to come, Prov. 27. 1. 1. It is none of thine. •. Nothing draws the heart so much from God. 3. You will never find what you expect hence; | First, Convince thy soul of the since and evil of looking After to morrow, and reaching After that time which is to come, Curae 27. 1. 1. It is none of thine. •. Nothing draws the heart so much from God. 3. You will never find what you expect hence; | ord, vvi po21 n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n-jn pp-f vvg a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd crd pn31 vbz pix pp-f png21. •. pix vvz dt n1 av av-d p-acp np1. crd pn22 vmb av-x vvi r-crq pn22 vvb av; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1666 | Page 52 |
9803 | these are lying vanities, therefore come not to these wells. Secondly, Either thou wantest assurance, then fear his coming, for fear will make misery present, and so awaken; | these Are lying vanities, Therefore come not to these wells. Secondly, Either thou Wantest assurance, then Fear his coming, for Fear will make misery present, and so awaken; | d vbr vvg n2, av vvb xx p-acp d n2. ord, d pns21 vv2 n1, av vvb po31 n-vvg, p-acp n1 vmb vvi n1 j, cc av vvi; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1666 | Page 52 |
9804 | and hope ( è contra ) good present: Or thou hast assurance; then love his coming, see all thy good wrapt up there; | and hope (è contra) good present: Or thou hast assurance; then love his coming, see all thy good wrapped up there; | cc vvb (fw-fr fw-la) j j: cc pns21 vh2 n1; av vvb po31 n-vvg, vvb d po21 j vvn a-acp a-acp; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1667 | Page 52 |
9805 | and love will make things absent beloved, and present comfort in the thoughts of them; | and love will make things absent Beloved, and present Comfort in the thoughts of them; | cc n1 vmb vvi n2 j vvn, cc j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1667 | Page 52 |
9806 | as wicked men that love the things of this life, and are in certain hopes to have them, they oft rejoyce in the hopes; | as wicked men that love the things of this life, and Are in certain hope's to have them, they oft rejoice in the hope's; | c-acp j n2 cst vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc vbr p-acp j n2 pc-acp vhi pno32, pns32 av vvb p-acp dt n2; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1667 | Page 52 |
9807 | because the good is present, they reckon upon it as theirs already. | Because the good is present, they reckon upon it as theirs already. | c-acp dt j vbz j, pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 c-acp png32 av. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1667 | Page 52 |
9808 | Thirdly, See how near you are unto the Lord Jesus: 1. That you are made for the Lord, not to enjoy these things; | Thirdly, See how near you Are unto the Lord jesus: 1. That you Are made for the Lord, not to enjoy these things; | ord, vvb c-crq av-j pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 np1: crd cst pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi d n2; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1668 | Page 52 |
9809 | they are made for you, and not you to serve them; | they Are made for you, and not you to serve them; | pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn22, cc xx pn22 pc-acp vvi pno32; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1668 | Page 52 |
9810 | because God hath called you out of this world, from the grave, hell, sin, to life; | Because God hath called you out of this world, from the grave, hell, since, to life; | c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn22 av pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, p-acp n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1668 | Page 52 |
9811 | now the next is glory, 2 Cor. 5. 3, 4, 5. 2. That now there's nothing but thy breath, thy body between thee and Jesus Christ; | now the next is glory, 2 Cor. 5. 3, 4, 5. 2. That now there's nothing but thy breath, thy body between thee and jesus christ; | av dt ord vbz n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd crd cst av pc-acp|vbz pix cc-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 p-acp pno21 cc np1 np1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1668 | Page 52 |
9812 | when this shell is broken, thou art with the Lord, and shalt see him with open face; | when this shell is broken, thou art with the Lord, and shalt see him with open face; | c-crq d n1 vbz vvn, pns21 vb2r p-acp dt n1, cc vm2 vvi pno31 p-acp j n1; | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1669 | Page 52 |
9813 | this will make you look for the day of delivery. | this will make you look for the day of delivery. | d vmb vvi pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. | (35) chapter (DIV2) | 1669 | Page 52 |
9814 | CHAP. IX. Of Christians, trimming their Lamps; and how holiness is the Christians glory. SECT. 1. And trimmed their Lamps. | CHAP. IX. Of Christians, trimming their Lamps; and how holiness is the Christians glory. SECT. 1. And trimmed their Lamps. | np1 crd. pp-f njpg2, vvg po32 n2; cc c-crq n1 vbz dt njpg2 n1. n1. crd np1 vvd po32 n2. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1669 | Page 52 |
9815 | THE word (NONLATINALPHABET) signifies adorned, beautified their lamps, made clean or cleansed; | THE word () signifies adorned, beautified their lamps, made clean or cleansed; | dt n1 () vvz vvn, vvn po32 n2, vvd j cc vvn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1670 | Page 52 |
9816 | It is the same word which is used 1 Tim. 2. 9. Womens adorning let it not be with pearls, but good works. | It is the same word which is used 1 Tim. 2. 9. Women's adorning let it not be with Pearls, but good works. | pn31 vbz dt d n1 r-crq vbz vvn crd np1 crd crd ng2 vvg vvb pn31 xx vbi p-acp n2, cc-acp j n2. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1670 | Page 52 |
9817 | Quest. What is the glory of the Lamp? Answ. First, When the filth is wiped away, which did defile it. | Quest. What is the glory of the Lamp? Answer First, When the filth is wiped away, which did defile it. | n1. q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1? np1 ord, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av, r-crq vdd vvi pn31. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1671 | Page 52 |
9818 | Secondly, When oyl is gotten, and the lamp is lighted; now its in its full trim as it was at first when they went out; | Secondly, When oil is got, and the lamp is lighted; now its in its full trim as it was At First when they went out; | ord, c-crq n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 vbz vvn; av pn31|vbz p-acp po31 j n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp ord c-crq pns32 vvd av; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1673 | Page 52 |
9819 | whilst they were sleeping, their lamps not being looked into, began to lose their shining glory; now they recover them. | while they were sleeping, their lamps not being looked into, began to loose their shining glory; now they recover them. | cs pns32 vbdr vvg, po32 n2 xx vbg vvn p-acp, vvd pc-acp vvi po32 j-vvg n1; av pns32 vvb pno32. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1673 | Page 52 |
9820 | Object. But how came the foolish to trim their Lamps? | Object. But how Come the foolish to trim their Lamps? | n1. cc-acp q-crq vvd dt j pc-acp vvi po32 n2? | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1674 | Page 53 |
9821 | Answ. They did endeavor it, and did something that way, as is apparent from the context, | Answer They did endeavour it, and did something that Way, as is apparent from the context, | np1 pns32 vdd vvi pn31, cc vdd pi cst n1, c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1675 | Page 53 |
9822 | and so they trimmed them so far as they could reach; but the compleat and full adorning of them was this of the wise. | and so they trimmed them so Far as they could reach; but the complete and full adorning of them was this of the wise. | cc av pns32 vvd pno32 av av-j c-acp pns32 vmd vvi; cc-acp dt j cc j vvg pp-f pno32 vbds d pp-f dt j. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1675 | Page 53 |
9823 | And therefore look as by oyl in the vessel is meant the eternal anointing of the Spirit of grace within, | And Therefore look as by oil in the vessel is meant the Eternal anointing of the Spirit of grace within, | cc av vvb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1675 | Page 53 |
9824 | so by shining is meant the glorious profession arising from it, as the adorning of women, 1 Tim. 2. 9. is their holy conversation. | so by shining is meant the glorious profession arising from it, as the adorning of women, 1 Tim. 2. 9. is their holy Conversation. | av p-acp vvg vbz vvn dt j n1 vvg p-acp pn31, c-acp dt vvg pp-f n2, crd np1 crd crd vbz po32 j n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1675 | Page 53 |
9825 | That the Spirit of holiness abiding in the hearts, and shining in the lives ofObservation 2. Saints, it is their excellency, ornament and glory: This adorns the Virgins lamps; | That the Spirit of holiness abiding in the hearts, and shining in the lives ofObservation 2. Saints, it is their excellency, ornament and glory: This adorns the Virgins lamps; | cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n2, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 n1 crd np1, pn31 vbz po32 n1, n1 cc n1: d vvz dt ng1 n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1676 | Page 53 |
9826 | through security they began to lose their glory; Now when they prepare their lamps, they adorn their lamps; and this is their glory. — | through security they began to loose their glory; Now when they prepare their lamps, they adorn their lamps; and this is their glory. — | p-acp n1 pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi po32 n1; av c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n2, pns32 vvb po32 n2; cc d vbz po32 n1. — | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1676 | Page 53 |
9827 | 2 Cor. 3. ult. We are changed into the same image from glory to glory; grace and holiness is glory. | 2 Cor. 3. ult. We Are changed into the same image from glory to glory; grace and holiness is glory. | crd np1 crd n1. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; n1 cc n1 vbz n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1677 | Page 53 |
9828 | Ephes. 5. 27. Christ presents a glorious Church; wherein? without spot or wrinckle, and holy before the Lord. | Ephesians 5. 27. christ presents a glorious Church; wherein? without spot or wrinkle, and holy before the Lord. | np1 crd crd np1 vvz dt j n1; q-crq? p-acp n1 cc n1, cc j p-acp dt n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1677 | Page 53 |
9829 | 1 Thess. 4. 4. Sanctification and honor are joyned together. SECT. II. Quest. WHat Spirit of holiness is it which is a Christians glory? | 1 Thess 4. 4. Sanctification and honour Are joined together. SECT. II Quest. WHat Spirit of holiness is it which is a Christians glory? | crd np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av. n1. crd n1. q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz pn31 r-crq vbz dt njpg2 n1? | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1677 | Page 53 |
9830 | Answ. It is not every patcht profession of holiness which is a Christians true glory; | Answer It is not every patched profession of holiness which is a Christians true glory; | np1 pn31 vbz xx d j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz dt njpg2 j n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9831 | for by what means is the name of God more blasphemed by the wicked of the world, | for by what means is the name of God more blasphemed by the wicked of the world, | c-acp p-acp r-crq n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9832 | than by those that profess holiness, yet break out into scandalous sins! Rom. 2. 14. it is a wonder if a prophane man be good a little; | than by those that profess holiness, yet break out into scandalous Sins! Rom. 2. 14. it is a wonder if a profane man be good a little; | cs p-acp d cst vvb n1, av vvb av p-acp j n2! np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 cs dt j n1 vbb j dt j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9833 | but it is a greater wonder and scandal if a professor be bad a little. Neither is it a most glorious appearance of holiness; | but it is a greater wonder and scandal if a professor be bad a little. Neither is it a most glorious appearance of holiness; | cc-acp pn31 vbz dt jc n1 cc n1 cs dt n1 vbi j dt j. av-d vbz pn31 dt av-ds j n1 pp-f n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9834 | this is deceit, craft, and hypocrisie, not a glory: A Stage-player that acts the part of a King, wants the glory of a King; | this is deceit, craft, and hypocrisy, not a glory: A Stage-player that acts the part of a King, Wants the glory of a King; | d vbz n1, n1, cc n1, xx dt n1: dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9835 | and hence Paul opposeth himself to these, 2 Cor. 5. 12. But when there is first an exemplary holiness, arising secondly, from the fulness of the Spirit of grace within, | and hence Paul Opposeth himself to these, 2 Cor. 5. 12. But when there is First an exemplary holiness, arising secondly, from the fullness of the Spirit of grace within, | cc av np1 vvz px31 p-acp d, crd np1 crd crd p-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz ord dt j n1, vvg ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9836 | as here in the Virgins, a shi•ing profession from an inward Spirit, when Christ hath attained the end of offering up himself, that men are a peculiar people, zealous of good works: | as Here in the Virgins, a shi•ing profession from an inward Spirit, when christ hath attained the end of offering up himself, that men Are a peculiar people, zealous of good works: | c-acp av p-acp dt n2, dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp px31, d n2 vbr dt j n1, j pp-f j n2: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9837 | Suppose the lamp doth burn, yet if not for the end it was made, so that a man can scarcely see his way, | Suppose the lamp does burn, yet if not for the end it was made, so that a man can scarcely see his Way, | vvb dt n1 vdz vvi, av cs xx p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbds vvn, av cst dt n1 vmb av-j vvi po31 n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9838 | nor others by it, its glory is much lost: | nor Others by it, its glory is much lost: | ccx n2-jn p-acp pn31, pn31|vbz n1 vbz av-d vvn: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9839 | Now the end of the Spirit of holiness is this, the end of Christ's death and ministery is this; | Now the end of the Spirit of holiness is this, the end of Christ's death and Ministry is this; | av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz d, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 vbz d; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9840 | Phil. 2. 13, 14. and though they may speak evil, yet 1 Pet. 2. 12. they may glorifie God in that day; | Philip 2. 13, 14. and though they may speak evil, yet 1 Pet. 2. 12. they may Glorify God in that day; | np1 crd crd, crd cc cs pns32 vmb vvi j-jn, av crd np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi np1 p-acp d n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
10021 | the Lord himself is the glory of his people, as shining in them by his Spirit; | the Lord himself is the glory of his people, as shining in them by his Spirit; | dt n1 px31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
9841 | when it is with men as it is with those, Z•ch. 8. •lt. We have seen God is in you; | when it is with men as it is with those, Z•ch. 8. •lt. We have seen God is in you; | c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp n2 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d, vvb. crd vvd. pns12 vhb vvn np1 vbz p-acp pn22; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9842 | when a man maintains a sleepy careless profession and name, the lamp now wants its trim; | when a man maintains a sleepy careless profession and name, the lamp now Wants its trim; | c-crq dt n1 vvz dt j j n1 cc n1, dt n1 av vvz po31 j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9843 | when lamps are put under bushels, they lose their glory. Quest. 2. Before whom is this their glory? | when lamps Are put under bushels, they loose their glory. Quest. 2. Before whom is this their glory? | c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, pns32 vvb po32 n1. n1. crd p-acp ro-crq vbz d po32 n1? | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1679 | Page 53 |
9844 | Answ. 1. Before the eyes of God the Father, Ioh. 12. 26. He that shall serve me, him shall my Father honor; | Answer 1. Before the eyes of God the Father, John 12. 26. He that shall serve me, him shall my Father honour; | np1 crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 dt n1, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vmb vvi pno11, pno31 vmb po11 n1 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1681 | Page 53 |
9845 | and though the world honor them not, yet they shall be spectators of it. | and though the world honour them not, yet they shall be spectators of it. | cc cs dt n1 vvb pno32 xx, av pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f pn31. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1681 | Page 53 |
9846 | 2. Before Jesus Christ his eyes, Psal. 45. 11. Forget thy country, and thy fa•hers house, | 2. Before jesus christ his eyes, Psalm 45. 11. Forget thy country, and thy fa•hers house, | crd p-acp np1 np1 po31 n2, np1 crd crd vvb po21 n1, cc po21 ng1 n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1682 | Page 53 |
9847 | so the King shall take pleasure in thy beauty. | so the King shall take pleasure in thy beauty. | av dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1682 | Page 53 |
9848 | 3. Before all the people of God themselves, 2 Thess. 1. 4, 5. So that we glory of you among all the Churches; | 3. Before all the people of God themselves, 2 Thess 1. 4, 5. So that we glory of you among all the Churches; | crd p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 px32, crd np1 crd crd, crd av cst pns12 vvb pp-f pn22 p-acp d dt n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1683 | Page 53 |
9849 | every one will be speaking of such; oh there's one of a thousand; hardly shall you go into his company but you shall get some good, and life, and heat from him. | every one will be speaking of such; o there's one of a thousand; hardly shall you go into his company but you shall get Some good, and life, and heat from him. | d pi vmb vbi vvg pp-f d; uh pc-acp|vbz pi pp-f dt crd; av vmb pn22 vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn22 vmb vvi d j, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1683 | Page 53 |
9850 | 4. Before Hypocrites many times, who of all others are the greatest haters of the ways of holiness and the power of godliness ▪ hence Herod, Mar. 6. 20. loved Iohn, because a holy man, not because a deep Schollar, or a great man; | 4. Before Hypocrites many times, who of all Others Are the greatest haters of the ways of holiness and the power of godliness ▪ hence Herod, Mar. 6. 20. loved John, Because a holy man, not Because a deep Scholar, or a great man; | crd p-acp n2 d n2, r-crq pp-f d n2-jn vbr dt js n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 ▪ av np1, np1 crd crd j-vvn np1, p-acp dt j n1, xx c-acp dt j-jn n1, cc dt j n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1684 | Page 53 |
9851 | hence, while Ioshua and the Elders live, the people serve the Lord; and while Iehoiada lives, Ioash is forward; | hence, while Ioshua and the Elders live, the people serve the Lord; and while Jehoiada lives, Joash is forward; | av, cs np1 cc dt n2-jn vvb, dt n1 vvb dt n1; cc cs np1 n2, n1 vbz j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1684 | Page 54 |
9852 | the greatest Monarchs fall down here. | the greatest Monarchs fallen down Here. | dt js n2 vvb a-acp av. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1684 | Page 54 |
9853 | 5. In the eyes of bad men, and hence Deut. 4. 6, 7. when they kept the Statutes of the Lord, what nation so great, | 5. In the eyes of bad men, and hence Deuteronomy 4. 6, 7. when they kept the Statutes of the Lord, what Nation so great, | crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, cc av np1 crd crd, crd c-crq pns32 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq n1 av j, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1685 | Page 54 |
9854 | as hath such Laws, and so wise also! | as hath such Laws, and so wise also! | c-acp vhz d n2, cc av j av! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1685 | Page 54 |
9855 | this is their glory before all the world, At least in the Consciences of all men, which is their better part, 2 Cor. 5. 11. we Are manifest in their Consciences; | d vbz po32 n1 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp ds p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbz po32 j n1, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vbr j p-acp po32 n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1685 | Page 54 | |
9856 | and hence the worst say often, if all were such as they are, &c. Quest. 3. When is it their glory? | and hence the worst say often, if all were such as they Are, etc. Quest. 3. When is it their glory? | cc av dt js vvi av, cs d vbdr d c-acp pns32 vbr, av n1. crd q-crq vbz pn31 po32 n1? | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1685 | Page 54 |
9857 | Answ. 1. In this life (as hath been already shewed) in midst of reproaches, the Spirit of glory, 1 Pet. 4. 14. in midst of weaknesses, Davids heart was perfect. | Answer 1. In this life (as hath been already showed) in midst of Reproaches, the Spirit of glory, 1 Pet. 4. 14. in midst of Weaknesses, Davids heart was perfect. | np1 crd p-acp d n1 (c-acp vhz vbn av vvn) p-acp n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp n1 pp-f n2, npg1 n1 vbds j. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1687 | Page 54 |
9858 | 2. At the great and last day; | 2. At the great and last day; | crd p-acp dt j cc ord n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1688 | Page 54 |
9859 | let a man by his wisdom, conquests, excellencies get himself a name, yet when death comes, his glory perisheth; | let a man by his Wisdom, conquests, excellencies get himself a name, yet when death comes, his glory Perishes; | vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, n2, n2 vvi px31 dt n1, av c-crq n1 vvz, po31 n1 vvz; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1688 | Page 54 |
9860 | if it doth last, yet not long; | if it does last, yet not long; | cs pn31 vdz vvi, av xx j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1688 | Page 54 |
9861 | the greatest Monarchs have been like a mighty wind, filled the world with a noise for a time, and then down; | the greatest Monarchs have been like a mighty wind, filled the world with a noise for a time, and then down; | dt js n2 vhb vbn av-j dt j n1, vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av a-acp; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1688 | Page 54 |
9862 | but at the last day, then Oh their shame, what everlasting contempt shall they arise unto! | but At the last day, then O their shame, what everlasting contempt shall they arise unto! | cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1, av uh po32 n1, r-crq j n1 vmb pns32 vvi p-acp! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1688 | Page 54 |
9863 | But this shall be our glory at the last day, 1 Pet. 1. 5, 6, 7. which shall be to glory and praise at the comming of our Lord; | But this shall be our glory At the last day, 1 Pet. 1. 5, 6, 7. which shall be to glory and praise At the coming of our Lord; | p-acp d vmb vbi po12 n1 p-acp dt ord n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd r-crq vmb vbi p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1688 | Page 54 |
9864 | and it is said, then shall the righteous shine as the Sun; and then all the world shall stand and admire, and wonder at them. And | and it is said, then shall the righteous shine as the Sun; and then all the world shall stand and admire, and wonder At them. And | cc pn31 vbz vvn, av vmb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; cc av d dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvb p-acp pno32. cc | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1688 | Page 54 |
9865 | 3. Throughout all eternity this shall be their glory, even an everlasting name unto them, better than the name of Sons and Daughters; | 3. Throughout all eternity this shall be their glory, even an everlasting name unto them, better than the name of Sons and Daughters; | crd p-acp d n1 d vmb vbi po32 n1, av dt j n1 p-acp pno32, jc cs dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1689 | Page 54 |
9866 | when the wicked shall see them all At the right hand of God, and gnash their teeth, that themselves Are shut out, | c-crq dt j vmb vvi pno32 d p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi po32 n2, cst px32 vbr vvn av, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1689 | Page 54 | |
9867 | when the Lord and his Saints shall take infinite delight one in another, Luk. 12. 37. SECT. III. | when the Lord and his Saints shall take infinite delight one in Another, Luk. 12. 37. SECT. III. | c-crq dt n1 cc po31 n2 vmb vvi j n1 pi p-acp n-jn, np1 crd crd n1. np1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1689 | Page 54 |
9868 | Quest. 4. WHy is this a Christians glory, excellency, and honor? | Quest. 4. WHy is this a Christians glory, excellency, and honour? | n1. crd q-crq vbz d dt njpg2 n1, n1, cc n1? | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1690 | Page 54 |
9869 | Answ. 1. In regard of the baseness of other things wherein men do use to glory; | Answer 1. In regard of the baseness of other things wherein men do use to glory; | np1 crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 c-crq n2 vdb vvi p-acp n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1691 | Page 54 |
9870 | the wise man in his wisdom, the strong man in his strength, the rich man in his wealth: | the wise man in his Wisdom, the strong man in his strength, the rich man in his wealth: | dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1691 | Page 54 |
9871 | There are Three things which make these base. First, These things make a man not the more to be accepted of God; | There Are Three things which make these base. First, These things make a man not the more to be accepted of God; | a-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vvb d j. ord, d n2 vvb dt n1 xx dt av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1691 | Page 54 |
9872 | the Lord respects not, values not the worth of any man by these things; | the Lord respects not, value's not the worth of any man by these things; | dt n1 vvz xx, vvz xx dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1692 | Page 54 |
9873 | and to make all the world know this, he staineth the pride of all glory, and chuseth the poor and foolish things of the world to confound the wise; | and to make all the world know this, he stains the pride of all glory, and chooseth the poor and foolish things of the world to confound the wise; | cc pc-acp vvi d dt n1 vvb d, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vvz dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1692 | Page 54 |
9874 | a wise man will never respect the horse the more because it carries store of rich treasures, he will not fall down and reverence it for this; | a wise man will never respect the horse the more Because it carries store of rich treasures, he will not fallen down and Reverence it for this; | dt j n1 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 dt av-dc c-acp pn31 vvz n1 pp-f j n2, pns31 vmb xx vvi a-acp cc vvi pn31 p-acp d; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1692 | Page 54 |
9875 | hang Swine about with pearls, who honors them the more? and will a wise God respect a man the more for these things? 1 Pet. 3. 5. What is that that is of great price with God? Holiness is of great price with God: | hang Swine about with Pearls, who honours them the more? and will a wise God respect a man the more for these things? 1 Pet. 3. 5. What is that that is of great price with God? Holiness is of great price with God: | vvb n1 a-acp p-acp n2, r-crq n2 dt dt av-dc? cc vmb dt j np1 vvb dt n1 dt av-dc p-acp d n2? crd np1 crd crd q-crq vbz d cst vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp np1? n1 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp np1: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1692 | Page 54 |
9876 | And what though all the world honor a man, and a man honoreth himself, while this is wanting? | And what though all the world honour a man, and a man Honoureth himself, while this is wanting? | cc q-crq cs d dt n1 vvb dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz px31, cs d vbz vvg? | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1692 | Page 54 |
9877 | Secondly, All these things leave a man dead under the reign of Satan, power of his sin and dominion of death; | Secondly, All these things leave a man dead under the Reign of Satan, power of his since and dominion of death; | ord, d d n2 vvb dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1693 | Page 54 |
9878 | and hence Ier. 9. 24. Let no man glory in his wisdom, &c. Death is entred into your windows; | and hence Jeremiah 9. 24. Let no man glory in his Wisdom, etc. Death is entered into your windows; | cc av np1 crd crd vvb dx n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, av n1 vbz vvn p-acp po22 n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1693 | Page 54 |
9879 | take any bondman bound with fetters (though golden) doth any man account him the more glorious? a Prince that is made a vassal and slave to every base fellow, is he the more glorious? no: | take any bondman bound with fetters (though golden) does any man account him the more glorious? a Prince that is made a vassal and slave to every base fellow, is he the more glorious? no: | vvb d n1 vvn p-acp n2 (cs j) vdz d n1 vvi pno31 dt av-dc j? dt n1 cst vbz vvn dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n1, vbz pns31 dt av-dc j? uh-dx: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1693 | Page 54 |
9880 | So whiles men lye under the reign of death; | So while men lie under the Reign of death; | av cs n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1693 | Page 54 |
9881 | stick a man that is dead with flowers, what is he the more glorious? alas no! his life is gone; | stick a man that is dead with flowers, what is he the more glorious? alas no! his life is gone; | vvb dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp n2, r-crq vbz pns31 dt av-dc j? uh uh po31 n1 vbz vvn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1693 | Page 54 |
9900 | Secondly, This is that which gives him glory, •. e. so far as creatures can, which is to manifest it, and hence 2 Cor. 8. 23. which is the glory of Christ; | Secondly, This is that which gives him glory, •. e. so Far as creatures can, which is to manifest it, and hence 2 Cor. 8. 23. which is the glory of christ; | ord, d vbz d r-crq vvz pno31 n1, •. sy. av av-j c-acp n2 vmb, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi pn31, cc av crd np1 crd crd r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1697 | Page 55 |
9882 | now the Spirit of holiness is called the Spirit of life, even of the life that never shall dye, Rom. 8. And therefore as it is said of a Flye, there is more excellency in a Gnat than in a Cedar, | now the Spirit of holiness is called the Spirit of life, even of the life that never shall die, Rom. 8. And Therefore as it is said of a Fly, there is more excellency in a Gnat than in a Cedar, | av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f dt n1 cst av-x vmb vvi, np1 crd cc av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbz dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cs p-acp dt n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1693 | Page 55 |
9883 | than in the glorious heaven, because it hath life, which the other hath not; | than in the glorious heaven, Because it hath life, which the other hath not; | cs p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vhz n1, r-crq dt n-jn vhz xx; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1693 | Page 55 |
9884 | so though men wonder at the goodly trappings of wicked men, yet the poorest and most despised Christian, that hath the Spirit of life, is more glorious. | so though men wonder At the goodly trappings of wicked men, yet the Poorest and most despised Christian, that hath the Spirit of life, is more glorious. | av cs n2 vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2, av dt js cc av-ds j-vvn np1, cst vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz av-dc j. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1693 | Page 55 |
9885 | Thirdly, Because these things only purchase the more credit and honor in the eyes of men, and that of wicked men; | Thirdly, Because these things only purchase the more credit and honour in the eyes of men, and that of wicked men; | ord, c-acp d n2 av-j vvi dt av-dc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc d pp-f j n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1694 | Page 55 |
9886 | for 1 Cor. 5. 10. We know no man after the flesh; | for 1 Cor. 5. 10. We know no man After the Flesh; | p-acp crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1694 | Page 55 |
9887 | if they do, it is that which they account themselves beasts and fools for, as David did, Psal. 73. And what is the honor of man? it is the b•sest thing that is; | if they do, it is that which they account themselves beasts and Fools for, as David did, Psalm 73. And what is the honour of man? it is the b•sest thing that is; | cs pns32 vdb, pn31 vbz d r-crq pns32 vvb px32 n2 cc n2 p-acp, c-acp np1 vdd, np1 crd cc q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1? pn31 vbz dt js n1 cst vbz; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1694 | Page 55 |
9888 | for it is that which is without a man, it is no excellency within the man; | for it is that which is without a man, it is no excellency within the man; | p-acp pn31 vbz d r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1694 | Page 55 |
9889 | it is but the thoughts of a mans head and heart, than which, what more vain, what more mutable? nay, 'tis but the dreams of a mans head, for they are mistakes: | it is but the thoughts of a men head and heart, than which, what more vain, what more mutable? nay, it's but the dreams of a men head, for they Are mistakes: | pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc n1, cs r-crq, q-crq dc j, r-crq av-dc j? uh-x, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1, c-acp pns32 vbr n2: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1694 | Page 55 |
9890 | If all the town should dream another was a King, who yet were indeed a Beggar (which when they awake they see) what were he the better for this? Paul, 2 Cor. 11. 23. how he doth glory in priviledges, which were better and more goodly hangings than these• this (saith he) I speak as a fool; | If all the town should dream Another was a King, who yet were indeed a Beggar (which when they awake they see) what were he the better for this? Paul, 2 Cor. 11. 23. how he does glory in privileges, which were better and more goodly hangings than these• this (Says he) I speak as a fool; | cs d dt n1 vmd vvi j-jn vbds dt n1, r-crq av vbdr av dt n1 (r-crq c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vvb) r-crq vbdr pns31 dt jc p-acp d? np1, crd np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp n2, r-crq vbdr j cc av-dc j n2-vvg cs n1 d (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1694 | Page 55 |
9891 | and what be these a Christians glory? no surely. Answ. 2. Because that is a Christians glory which is Christs glory. | and what be these a Christians glory? no surely. Answer 2. Because that is a Christians glory which is Christ glory. | cc q-crq vbb d dt njpg2 n1? uh-dx av-j. np1 crd p-acp d vbz dt njpg2 n1 r-crq vbz npg1 n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1694 | Page 55 |
9892 | First, It is that glory wherein the glory of Christ consists, Psal. 45. 2. Thou art fairer than the children of me•, full of grace is thy lips; | First, It is that glory wherein the glory of christ consists, Psalm 45. 2. Thou art Fairer than the children of me•, full of grace is thy lips; | ord, pn31 vbz cst n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns21 vb2r jc cs dt n2 pp-f n1, j pp-f n1 vbz po21 n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1696 | Page 55 |
9893 | and 2 Cor. 3. ult. into the same image from glory to glory: | and 2 Cor. 3. ult. into the same image from glory to glory: | cc crd np1 crd n1. p-acp dt d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1696 | Page 55 |
9894 | Indeed Christ's greatness in governing the world is his glory, but it is because it is mixt with such holiness, Isa. 6. 1, 2, 3. Phil. 2. 8, 9. he humbled himself, and this hath given him a name, | Indeed Christ's greatness in governing the world is his glory, but it is Because it is mixed with such holiness, Isaiah 6. 1, 2, 3. Philip 2. 8, 9. he humbled himself, and this hath given him a name, | av npg1 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 vbz po31 n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vvn px31, cc d vhz vvn pno31 dt n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1696 | Page 55 |
9895 | and shall be his name for ever; | and shall be his name for ever; | cc vmb vbi po31 n1 c-acp av; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1696 | Page 55 |
9896 | this is that which makes the Lord Jesus lovely and amiable in the eyes of all his people, Rev• 15. 4. Who would not fear thee, or thou onely art holy! | this is that which makes the Lord jesus lovely and amiable in the eyes of all his people, Rev• 15. 4. Who would not Fear thee, or thou only art holy! | d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 np1 j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d po31 n1, np1 crd crd r-crq vmd xx vvi pno21, cc pns21 j n1 j! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1696 | Page 55 |
9897 | and so he is, for all the stars receive their light and shine with it, by this Sun only; | and so he is, for all the Stars receive their Light and shine with it, by this Sun only; | cc av pns31 vbz, p-acp d dt n2 vvb po32 n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31, p-acp d n1 av-j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1696 | Page 55 |
9898 | and so the more a Christian excels in this, the more like he is to Jesus Christ, | and so the more a Christian excels in this, the more like he is to jesus christ, | cc av dt av-dc dt njp vvz p-acp d, dt av-dc av-j pns31 vbz p-acp np1 np1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1696 | Page 55 |
9899 | and so more glorious and lovely. | and so more glorious and lovely. | cc av av-dc j cc j. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1696 | Page 55 |
9901 | and hence Isa. 46, 13. Israel is called the glory of the Lord; | and hence Isaiah 46, 13. Israel is called the glory of the Lord; | cc av np1 crd, crd np1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1697 | Page 55 |
9902 | Isa. 62. 2, 3. the righteous is called the glory, and crown, and diad•m in the hand of the Lord; | Isaiah 62. 2, 3. the righteous is called the glory, and crown, and diad•m in the hand of the Lord; | np1 crd crd, crd dt j vbz vvn dt n1, cc n1, cc vbm p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1697 | Page 55 |
9903 | and as God is better than the Soul, so this, viz. to glorifie the Lord, is better than to be glorified by the Lord. SECT. IV. HEnce see one reason why men lose their honor, their love and respect in the |
and as God is better than the Soul, so this, viz. to Glorify the Lord, is better than to be glorified by the Lord. SECT. IV. HEnce see one reason why men loose their honour, their love and respect in the eyes of God and men; | cc c-acp np1 vbz jc cs dt n1, av d, n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz jc cs pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. n1. np1 av vvi crd n1 c-crq n2 vvb po32 n1, po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1697 | Page 55 |
9904 | their judgements are not revere••ed, their persons not accepted, their names and practises despised; this is one reason among the rest, a decay in holiness; | their Judgments Are not revere••ed, their Persons not accepted, their names and practises despised; this is one reason among the rest, a decay in holiness; | po32 n2 vbr xx vvn, po32 n2 xx vvn, po32 n2 cc n2 vvn; d vbz crd n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1698 | Page 55 |
9905 | the lamp is defiled, the light and lustre of it going out, and who will reverence it then? 'tis admirable to see the complaints abroad. | the lamp is defiled, the Light and lustre of it going out, and who will Reverence it then? it's admirable to see the complaints abroad. | dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vvg av, cc r-crq vmb vvi pn31 av? pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n2 av. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1698 | Page 55 |
9906 | First, Look but into Families, what is the reason there is so much discontent there, that Servants are weary of their Masters, Masters of their Servants; | First, Look but into Families, what is the reason there is so much discontent there, that Servants Are weary of their Masters, Masters of their Servants; | ord, vvb cc-acp p-acp n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbz av d n-jn a-acp, cst n2 vbr j pp-f po32 n2, n2 pp-f po32 n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 55 |
9907 | and there is such complaints one of another, little respect one of another? it is for want of holiness, power, and life of godliness; | and there is such complaints one of Another, little respect one of Another? it is for want of holiness, power, and life of godliness; | cc pc-acp vbz d n2 pi pp-f n-jn, j n1 crd pp-f n-jn? pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 55 |
9908 | the Master saith, the Servant is unruly, froward, surly, flothful, unfaithful, untrusty, and must not be spoken to; | the Master Says, the Servant is unruly, froward, surly, flothful, unfaithful, untrusty, and must not be spoken to; | dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vbz j, j, j, j, j, j, cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 55 |
9909 | the Servant saith, his Master is passionate, unkinde, wants pity to his body, and sometimes strikes him without cause, | the Servant Says, his Master is passionate, unkind, Wants pity to his body, and sometime strikes him without cause, | dt n1 vvz, po31 n1 vbz j, j, vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvz pno31 p-acp n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 55 |
9910 | and much more careless of his soul, never instructs him, but is eaten up with the world, &c. truly this is the cause. | and much more careless of his soul, never instructs him, but is eaten up with the world, etc. truly this is the cause. | cc av-d av-dc j pp-f po31 n1, av-x vvz pno31, cc-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, av av-j d vbz dt n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 55 |
9911 | It seems the Lord wrought upon divers in Primitive times, and the Apostle gives Servants an item, that they may glorifie God, | It seems the Lord wrought upon diverse in Primitive times, and the Apostle gives Servants an item, that they may Glorify God, | pn31 vvz dt n1 vvn p-acp j p-acp j n2, cc dt n1 vvz n2 dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi np1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9912 | and adorn the Gospel of the Lord Iesus; |
and adorn the Gospel of the Lord Iesus; how Come Ioseph into •o•iphar's books? o, he was very holy, and very prudent; | cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; q-crq vvd np1 p-acp ng1 n2? uh, pns31 vbds av j, cc av j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9913 | and Ile warrant did his Masters work better when his Master was absent than before, and prayed for success in his business, as Abraham's Servant. | and I'll warrant did his Masters work better when his Master was absent than before, and prayed for success in his business, as Abraham's Servant. | cc pns11|vmb vvb vdd po31 n2 vvb av-jc c-crq po31 n1 vbds j cs a-acp, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp npg1 n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9914 | Look but upon Husband and Wife, it is strange to see what divisions and jars there; | Look but upon Husband and Wife, it is strange to see what divisions and jars there; | n1 cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 cc n2 a-acp; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9915 | and what's the cause of it, Wife doth not honor Husband, nor Husband honor Wife? how comes this? oh, there is little holiness seen in their private walking one with another; | and what's the cause of it, Wife does not honour Husband, nor Husband honour Wife? how comes this? o, there is little holiness seen in their private walking one with Another; | cc q-crq|vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, n1 vdz xx vvi n1, ccx n1 n1 n1? q-crq vvz d? uh, pc-acp vbz j n1 vvn p-acp po32 j n-vvg pi p-acp n-jn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9916 | the woman thought the man godly; | the woman Thought the man godly; | dt n1 vvd dt n1 j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9917 | had I known this, I would have seen you a hundred miles off, &c. the man also he complains of his wife, I see now I am like to be troubled with a continual dropping, a very fury of hell, | had I known this, I would have seen you a hundred miles off, etc. the man also he complains of his wife, I see now I am like to be troubled with a continual dropping, a very fury of hell, | vhd pns11 vvn d, pns11 vmd vhi vvn pn22 dt crd n2 a-acp, av dt n1 av pns31 vvz pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vvb av pns11 vbm j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j vvg, dt j n1 pp-f n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9918 | so impatient, (and the next neighbor hears of it) nothing can please her; | so impatient, (and the next neighbour hears of it) nothing can please her; | av j, (cc dt ord n1 vvz pp-f pn31) pix vmb vvi pno31; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9919 | what's the reason of this? your sin makes your shame, and there's the want of holiness, 1 Pet. 3. 3. man might be conve•ted by the Wife, | what's the reason of this? your since makes your shame, and there's the want of holiness, 1 Pet. 3. 3. man might be conve•ted by the Wife, | q-crq|vbz dt n1 pp-f d? po22 n1 vvz po22 n1, cc pc-acp|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1699 | Page 56 |
9921 | Secondly, Look into Churches, what is the reason people lose their honor much in the hearts of Ministers? he respects others, but not me; | Secondly, Look into Churches, what is the reason people loose their honour much in the hearts of Ministers? he respects Others, but not me; | ord, vvb p-acp n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 n1 vvi po32 n1 av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2? pns31 vvz n2-jn, cc-acp xx pno11; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9922 | and sometimes they think, now he strikes at me, and meaneth me, and then the heart swells, &c. what's the reason that Paul professeth he will come with a rod among the Corinthians? they were babes, | and sometime they think, now he strikes At me, and means me, and then the heart Swells, etc. what's the reason that Paul Professes he will come with a rod among the Corinthians? they were babes, | cc av pns32 vvb, av pns31 vvz p-acp pno11, cc vvz pno11, cc av dt n1 vvz, av q-crq|vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvz pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1? pns32 vbdr n2, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9923 | and carnal, and contentious, and pu•t up, little love and life; | and carnal, and contentious, and pu•t up, little love and life; | cc j, cc j, cc vvd a-acp, j n1 cc n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9924 | and what's the reason he sets out the Thessalonians so? 1 Thess. 1. 5. because of this they did abound, | and what's the reason he sets out the Thessalonians so? 1 Thess 1. 5. Because of this they did abound, | cc q-crq|vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz av dt njp2 av? crd np1 crd crd c-acp pp-f d pns32 vdd vvi, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9925 | and hence commended of all Saints; hence want of growth and holiness; | and hence commended of all Saints; hence want of growth and holiness; | cc av vvn pp-f d n2; av vvb pp-f n1 cc n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9926 | they travel in birth till Christ be formed, and when they cannot see that, hence they are in throws for you; | they travel in birth till christ be formed, and when they cannot see that, hence they Are in throws for you; | pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp np1 vbb vvn, cc c-crq pns32 vmbx vvi d, av pns32 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp pn22; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9927 | what's the reason Ministers lose their glory among people? I confess 'tis not always for decay here; | what's the reason Ministers loose their glory among people? I confess it's not always for decay Here; | q-crq|vbz dt n1 n2 vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1? pns11 vvb pn31|vbz xx av p-acp n1 av; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9928 | for Iohn in prison did not lose his holiness; | for John in prison did not loose his holiness; | p-acp np1 p-acp n1 vdd xx vvi po31 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9929 | and hence, when they despised him, Christ commended him, and his reward was with the Lord; | and hence, when they despised him, christ commended him, and his reward was with the Lord; | cc av, c-crq pns32 vvd pno31, np1 vvd pno31, cc po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9930 | it was not a testimony of his unholiness, but a fore-r•nner of the end of his days, | it was not a testimony of his unholiness, but a fore-r•nner of the end of his days, | pn31 vbds xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9931 | as well as of the end of his work; | as well as of the end of his work; | c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9932 | and hence when all Asia forsook Paul, 2 Tim. 4. 16. it was the time of his departing now at hand. | and hence when all Asia forsook Paul, 2 Tim. 4. 16. it was the time of his departing now At hand. | cc av c-crq d np1 vvd np1, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg av p-acp n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9933 | But that which is the cause of it many times, is want of holiness within; and hence though men fee not, yet the Lord will not give a false testimony, nor let men do so; | But that which is the cause of it many times, is want of holiness within; and hence though men fee not, yet the Lord will not give a false testimony, nor let men do so; | p-acp cst r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31 d n2, vbz n1 pp-f n1 a-acp; cc av cs n2 vvb xx, av dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt j n1, ccx vvb n2 vdb av; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9934 | hence neither judgements nor their speeches reverenced; | hence neither Judgments nor their Speeches reverenced; | av dx n2 ccx po32 n2 vvn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9935 | or because men see not the ancient Spirit of holiness, hence no mourning for them in secret, no holiness in speeches, they smell of the field, not walking as patterns before them, Mal. 2. 8, 9. not caring for the f•ock which Christ hath purchased with his own blood. | or Because men see not the ancient Spirit of holiness, hence no mourning for them in secret, no holiness in Speeches, they smell of the field, not walking as patterns before them, Malachi 2. 8, 9. not caring for the f•ock which christ hath purchased with his own blood. | cc c-acp n2 vvb xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, av dx n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j-jn, dx n1 p-acp n2, pns32 vvb pp-f dt n1, xx vvg p-acp n2 p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd, crd xx vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 d n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9936 | What's the reason there is that complaint of want of love one man to another, one member to another, who are bound by covenant to it, such jars, divisions? &c. Truly nothing makes so firm an union between man and man as holiness and grace, this tieth the knot; | What's the reason there is that complaint of want of love one man to Another, one member to Another, who Are bound by Covenant to it, such jars, divisions? etc. Truly nothing makes so firm an Union between man and man as holiness and grace, this tieth the knot; | q-crq|vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 crd n1 p-acp j-jn, crd n1 p-acp j-jn, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, d n2, n2? av av-j pix vvz av j dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, d vvz dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9937 | and it is not holiness hid, but now seen; | and it is not holiness hid, but now seen; | cc pn31 vbz xx n1 vvn, cc-acp av vvn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9938 | it not being seen, hence comes all your breaches, its impossible else such small things should make it: | it not being seen, hence comes all your Breaches, its impossible Else such small things should make it: | pn31 xx vbg vvn, av vvz d po22 n2, pn31|vbz j av d j n2 vmd vvi pn31: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9939 | Oh a tender heart and the life of Christ is not indeed seen; | O a tender heart and the life of christ is not indeed seen; | uh dt j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx av vvn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9940 | a holy man exact shall never want love, that in every company scatters something, that like Christ, goes up and down doing good, healing the diseases of mens hearts; | a holy man exact shall never want love, that in every company scatters something, that like christ, Goes up and down doing good, healing the diseases of men's hearts; | dt j n1 vvi vmb av-x vvi n1, cst p-acp d n1 vvz pi, cst av-j np1, vvz a-acp cc p-acp vdg j, vvg dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9942 | I am perswaded the decay of holiness in the lives of men, is the cause why Sanctification is questioned as an evidence of Justification; and hence division. | I am persuaded the decay of holiness in the lives of men, is the cause why Sanctification is questioned as an evidence of Justification; and hence division. | pns11 vbm vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, vbz dt n1 c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc av n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1700 | Page 56 |
9943 | Thirdly, Look abroad into the world, what is the reason the Churches lye among the pots, | Thirdly, Look abroad into the world, what is the reason the Churches lie among the pots, | ord, vvb av p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n2, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1701 | Page 56 |
9944 | and are soiled with so many disgraces, that though we be the people of the Lord, | and Are soiled with so many disgraces, that though we be the people of the Lord, | cc vbr vvn p-acp av d n2, cst cs pns12 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1701 | Page 56 |
9945 | yet we are not called so? why, ja•s, divisions, earthliness, want of love and mercy, murmurings, loss of former life. | yet we Are not called so? why, ja•s, divisions, earthliness, want of love and mercy, murmurings, loss of former life. | av pns12 vbr xx vvn av? uh-crq, n2, n2, n1, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, n2, n1 pp-f j n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1701 | Page 56 |
9946 | When Jews are shining with the glory of God, Kings and all Nations shall bring in their glory to them: Oh consider this! | When jews Are shining with the glory of God, Kings and all nations shall bring in their glory to them: O Consider this! | q-crq np2 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n2 cc d n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno32: uh vvb d! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1701 | Page 56 |
9947 | sin doth make you vile in Gods eyes and mans eyes: Many complain they cannot be respected, nor received; | since does make you vile in God's eyes and men eyes: Many complain they cannot be respected, nor received; | n1 vdz vvi pn22 j p-acp npg1 n2 cc vvz n2: d vvb pns32 vmbx vbi vvn, ccx vvd; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1701 | Page 57 |
9948 | this is the cause of it, you excell not here; others take notice of your unrighteousness, unholiness of life; | this is the cause of it, you excel not Here; Others take notice of your unrighteousness, unholiness of life; | d vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn22 vvb xx av; n2-jn vvb n1 pp-f po22 n1, n1 pp-f n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1701 | Page 57 |
9949 | there's some evil in their bargaining and buying, and ill language from the people of God. | there's Some evil in their bargaining and buying, and ill language from the people of God. | pc-acp|vbz d n-jn p-acp po32 vvg cc vvg, cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1701 | Page 57 |
9950 | Oh therefore go home and lament this, as she, The glory of God is departed from Israel; so do you here. SECT. V. HEnce see when the Lord doth honor us to do his work, what little cause |
O Therefore go home and lament this, as she, The glory of God is departed from Israel; so do you Here. SECT. V. HEnce see when the Lord does honour us to do his work, what little cause there is to seek honour of men (nay though all the world's glory be taken from you) Because it is honour enough to do the lords work; | uh av vvb av-an cc vvb d, c-acp pns31, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp np1; av vdb pn22 av. n1. n1 av vvi c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi pno12 pc-acp vdi po31 n1, r-crq j n1 pc-acp vbz pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2 (uh-x cs d dt ng1 n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn22) c-acp pn31 vbz n1 av-d pc-acp vdi dt n2 vvb; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1701 | Page 57 |
9951 | would you have more honor than Christ? this was his beauty, glory, and honor; | would you have more honour than christ? this was his beauty, glory, and honour; | vmd pn22 vhi dc n1 cs np1? d vbds po31 n1, n1, cc n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9952 | God hath an everlasting name for you, though you have disgrace by it, nay though no success, | God hath an everlasting name for you, though you have disgrace by it, nay though no success, | np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vhb n1 p-acp pn31, uh-x cs dx n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9953 | yet Isa. 49. 5. glorious in the Lords eye: | yet Isaiah 49. 5. glorious in the lords eye: | av np1 crd crd j p-acp dt n2 n1: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9954 | Oh it was a sweet course of Barak, Iudg. 4. 9. thou shal• lose honor; that's all one, said she, Let me do the Lords work, though it be in a difficult work of pursuing the Lords enemies; | O it was a sweet course of Barak, Judges 4. 9. thou shal• loose honour; that's all one, said she, Let me do the lords work, though it be in a difficult work of pursuing the lords enemies; | uh pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pns21 n1 vvb n1; d d pi, vvd pns31, vvb pno11 vdi dt n2 vvb, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9955 | what profit have you on the other side, when you seek it in your pitchers? what company? &c. this was Sauls sin, 1 Sam. 15. 30. Oh worship and honor me nevertheless this time before the people; | what profit have you on the other side, when you seek it in your pitchers? what company? etc. this was Saul's since, 1 Sam. 15. 30. O worship and honour me nevertheless this time before the people; | r-crq n1 vhb pn22 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp po22 n2? q-crq n1? av d vbds np1 n1, crd np1 crd crd uh n1 cc vvi pno11 av d n1 p-acp dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9956 | it's his reward, and it's the Devils sin to be puft up; | it's his reward, and it's the Devils since to be puffed up; | pn31|vbz po31 n1, cc pn31|vbz dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9957 | this pull'd down Nebuchadnezar; Herod was smote with worms, because he gave not glory to God, but took it to himself; | this pulled down Nebuchadnezzar; Herod was smote with worms, Because he gave not glory to God, but took it to himself; | d vvd a-acp np1; np1 vbds vvn p-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vvd xx n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvd pn31 pc-acp px31; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9958 | it was a heavy speech to Eli, 1 Sam. 2. 29. Because thou honorest thy sons above me, this and that I will do unto thee. | it was a heavy speech to Eli, 1 Sam. 2. 29. Because thou honorest thy Sons above me, this and that I will do unto thee. | pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd c-acp pns21 vv2 po21 n2 p-acp pno11, d cc cst pns11 vmb vdi p-acp pno21. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9959 | Nay though men are so holy as to honor God with their lips, yet God will blast the wisdom of the wise for it: | Nay though men Are so holy as to honour God with their lips, yet God will blast the Wisdom of the wise for it: | uh-x a-acp n2 vbr av j c-acp pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n2, av np1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j c-acp pn31: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9960 | Oh therefore let this be enough, and then you will not hunger after other honor; | O Therefore let this be enough, and then you will not hunger After other honour; | uh av vvb d vbb av-d, cc cs pn22 vmb xx n1 p-acp j-jn n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9961 | for this is glory and honor enough, and you have thought so, when your selves, Oh if I may but honor the Lord, it is enough. | for this is glory and honour enough, and you have Thought so, when your selves, O if I may but honour the Lord, it is enough. | p-acp d vbz n1 cc n1 av-d, cc pn22 vhb vvn av, c-crq po22 n2, uh cs pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi dt n1, pn31 vbz av-d. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1702 | Page 57 |
9962 | Hence see what little cause any wicked man hath to lift up his head with any glory he hath, because the spirit of holiness, beauty and glory is departed fromUse 3. them; | Hence see what little cause any wicked man hath to lift up his head with any glory he hath, Because the Spirit of holiness, beauty and glory is departed fromUse 3. them; | av vvi r-crq j n1 d j n1 vhz p-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 vbz vvn np1 crd pno32; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9963 | as when the Soul is departed from the body its glory and beauty is departed from them, it's withered; | as when the Soul is departed from the body its glory and beauty is departed from them, it's withered; | c-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 po31 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, pn31|vbz vvn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9964 | and therefore we shall read in Scripture what names the Lord gives them, as Dogs, Swine, Serpents, a generation of vipers, painted Sepulchres, Devils in the time of the greatest profession, | and Therefore we shall read in Scripture what names the Lord gives them, as Dogs, Swine, Serpents, a generation of vipers, painted Sepulchres, Devils in the time of the greatest profession, | cc av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 vvz pno32, c-acp n2, n1, n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, j-vvn n2, n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9965 | as Iudas, Ioh. 6. Wilde beasts, and that in the greatest outward glory; | as Iudas, John 6. Wild beasts, and that in the greatest outward glory; | c-acp np1, np1 crd j n2, cc cst p-acp dt js j n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9966 | and hence the four Monarchies of the world are resembled to such beasts, Bears, Leopards, &c. |
and hence the four Monarchies of the world Are resembled to such beasts, Bears, Leopards, etc. Thus for their Persons: | cc av dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp d n2, vvz, n2, av av p-acp po32 n2: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9967 | And as for their actions, all they do is unclean, and ignoble and hence compared to Thistles, that cannot bring forth Figs or Grapes; | And as for their actions, all they do is unclean, and ignoble and hence compared to Thistles, that cannot bring forth Figs or Grapes; | cc c-acp p-acp po32 n2, d pns32 vdb vbz j, cc j cc av vvn p-acp n2, cst vmbx vvi av n2 cc n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9968 | and hence Solomon compares them, As jewels in a Swines snout, so is a parable in the mouth of a fool, it becomes them not, it's abomination in the sight of God all that which they do, though glorious before men; | and hence Solomon compares them, As Jewels in a Swine snout, so is a parable in the Mouth of a fool, it becomes them not, it's abomination in the sighed of God all that which they do, though glorious before men; | cc av np1 vvz pno32, p-acp n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, av vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz pno32 xx, pn31|vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 d d r-crq pns32 vdb, cs j c-acp n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9969 | and at last day they shall rise up to everlasting contempt; | and At last day they shall rise up to everlasting contempt; | cc p-acp ord n1 pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp j n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9970 | and it is said Isa. 66. ult. their worm shall never dye, and they shall be an abhorring to all flesh, though they |
and it is said Isaiah 66. ult. their worm shall never die, and they shall be an abhorring to all Flesh, though they may carry it out fair for a time; | cc pn31 vbz vvn np1 crd n1. po32 n1 vmb av-x vvi, cc pns32 vmb vbi dt vvg p-acp d n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av j p-acp dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9971 | the fairest professors that by their Sorceries and enchantments deceive the people shall be filled with shame, | the Fairest professors that by their Sorceries and enchantments deceive the people shall be filled with shame, | dt js n2 cst p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 vvb dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9972 | and as the Magicians were smitten with sores they could not stand before Moses (being smitten with sores) so you shall not be able to stand before the Lord at the last day; | and as the Magicians were smitten with sores they could not stand before Moses (being smitten with sores) so you shall not be able to stand before the Lord At the last day; | cc p-acp dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n2 pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1 (vbg vvn p-acp n2) av pn22 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9973 | and |
and look as it is with christ and his people, their cross and shame Here, it is but their preparation to their crown; | cc vvb p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, po32 n1 cc n1 av, pn31 vbz p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9974 | and hence, when Christ was put to the most open shame, then was the day-break of his glory; | and hence, when christ was put to the most open shame, then was the daybreak of his glory; | cc av, c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n1, av vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9975 | so all that you glory in, which God gives, 'tis but a solemn preparation for your shame: | so all that you glory in, which God gives, it's but a solemn preparation for your shame: | av d cst pn22 vvb p-acp, r-crq np1 vvz, pn31|vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po22 n1: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9976 | And hence, when Nebuchadnezar is at his highest pitch and thoughts of glory, then is his downfall; | And hence, when Nebuchadnezzar is At his highest pitch and thoughts of glory, then is his downfall; | cc av, c-crq np1 vbz p-acp po31 js n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, av vbz po31 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 57 |
9977 | if a man should have a crown upon his head, all honor given him, and it should be whispered to him, This is but a preparation to your execution, what little glory could he take in that? but rather fall a weeping as Paul, Phil. 3. 18, 19. when he saw some that made their belly their God, | if a man should have a crown upon his head, all honour given him, and it should be whispered to him, This is but a preparation to your execution, what little glory could he take in that? but rather fallen a weeping as Paul, Philip 3. 18, 19. when he saw Some that made their belly their God, | cs dt n1 vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, d n1 vvn pno31, cc pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31, d vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n1, r-crq j n1 vmd pns31 vvi p-acp d? cc-acp av-c vvb dt vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq pns31 vvd d cst vvd po32 n1 po32 n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9979 | And therefore you that can sit in a chimney-corner, when you meet with your companions, hang, draw, | And Therefore you that can fit in a chimney-corner, when you meet with your Sodales, hang, draw, | cc av pn22 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, vvb, vvb, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9980 | and quarter within your selves, and censute all Churches, Ministers and Christians of a Town and Country, | and quarter within your selves, and censute all Churches, Ministers and Christians of a Town and Country, | cc n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc n1 d n2, n2 cc np1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9981 | and if you see any sores, like flyes, go and suck them and make them worse; | and if you see any sores, like flies, go and suck them and make them Worse; | cc cs pn22 vvb d n2, av-j vvz, vvb cc vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 av-jc; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9982 | or if not, you can make them and imagine them, and scoff at holiness secretly; | or if not, you can make them and imagine them, and scoff At holiness secretly; | cc cs xx, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32, cc vvb p-acp n1 av-jn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9983 | and though your consciences condemn you of wickedness, yet lift up your selves with something that you have; | and though your Consciences condemn you of wickedness, yet lift up your selves with something that you have; | cc cs po22 n2 vvb pn22 pp-f n1, av vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp pi cst pn22 vhb; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9984 | Oh know it, your beauty is gone; never a man but glorieth in something; so much estate, so much esteem, so much wisdom, and gifts, birth, and beauty; | O know it, your beauty is gone; never a man but Glorieth in something; so much estate, so much esteem, so much Wisdom, and Gifts, birth, and beauty; | uh vvb pn31, po22 n1 vbz vvn; av-x dt n1 cc-acp vvz p-acp pi; av d n1, av av-d vvi, av d n1, cc n2, n1, cc n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9985 | and now as proud as Satan, but yet a stranger to the life of God, your conversation is not above: Oh poor creature! | and now as proud as Satan, but yet a stranger to the life of God, your Conversation is not above: O poor creature! | cc av c-acp j c-acp np1, cc-acp av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po22 n1 vbz xx a-acp: uh j n1! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9986 | happy were it for thee if thou wer• no man, (dying so) but the most despised of all Gods creatures, who art now abhorred of God, | happy were it for thee if thou wer• no man, (dying so) but the most despised of all God's creatures, who art now abhorred of God, | j vbdr pn31 p-acp pno21 cs pns21 n1 av-dx n1, (vvg av) p-acp dt av-ds j-vvn pp-f d ng1 n2, r-crq vb2r av vvn pp-f np1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9987 | and shalt be the shame of all creatures another day. SECT. VI. HEnce if any man hath lost his glory and esteem in the consciences of the |
and shalt be the shame of all creatures Another day. SECT. VI. HEnce if any man hath lost his glory and esteem in the Consciences of the people of God, see how to recover it; | cc vm2 vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2 j-jn n1. n1. crd. av cs d n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1703 | Page 58 |
9988 | the Country is full of complaints and murmurings; | the Country is full of complaints and murmurings; | dt n1 vbz j pp-f n2 cc n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9989 | among the rest this is one of the sorest that many complain of ' They are not respected, they are no body; | among the rest this is one of the Sorest that many complain of ' They Are not respected, they Are no body; | p-acp dt n1 d vbz pi pp-f dt js cst d vvb pp-f pn31 pns32 vbr xx vvn, pns32 vbr dx n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9990 | they had this and that esteem in their own Country of such Ministers, Christians, and were of this esteem; | they had this and that esteem in their own Country of such Ministers, Christians, and were of this esteem; | pns32 vhd d cc d n1 p-acp po32 d n1 pp-f d n2, np1, cc vbdr pp-f d n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9991 | now the market is fallen here, and hence offended at every one, and cannot pass for members in many Churches; | now the market is fallen Here, and hence offended At every one, and cannot pass for members in many Churches; | av dt n1 vbz vvn av, cc av vvn p-acp d pi, cc vmbx vvi p-acp n2 p-acp d n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9992 | and hereupon bear a private grudge against the Church, and all Ordinances in it, and flie Towns, | and hereupon bear a private grudge against the Church, and all Ordinances in it, and fly Towns, | cc av vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d n2 p-acp pn31, cc vvi n2, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9993 | or sit still, and comfort themselves their conscience is clear, &c. It is with many as it is with Bristo• - stones, they are like pearls, | or fit still, and Comfort themselves their conscience is clear, etc. It is with many as it is with Bristo• - stones, they Are like Pearls, | cc vvb av, cc vvi px32 pc-acp n1 vbz j, av pn31 vbz p-acp d c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1 - n2, pns32 vbr j n2, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9994 | and so they go till they come to the Jewellers; and then when tried not worth two pence; | and so they go till they come to the Jewellers; and then when tried not worth two pence; | cc av pns32 vvb c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2; cc av c-crq vvn xx j crd n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9995 | so many men never came to the trial, as here Gods providences try some men more than ever losses, sorrows; | so many men never Come to the trial, as Here God's providences try Some men more than ever losses, sorrows; | av d n2 av-x vvd p-acp dt n1, c-acp av npg1 n2 vvb d n2 av-dc cs av n2, n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9996 | Gods Ordinances try men, and thus they are found too light; would you now recover it? Oh get a Spirit of holiness! | God's Ordinances try men, and thus they Are found too Light; would you now recover it? O get a Spirit of holiness! | npg1 n2 vvb n2, cc av pns32 vbr vvn av j; vmd pn22 av vvi pn31? uh vvb dt n1 pp-f n1! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9997 | and think, Oh I have had a high esteem of my self; but I fall short of that brokenness for my vileness, and want that esteem of, | and think, O I have had a high esteem of my self; but I fallen short of that brokenness for my vileness, and want that esteem of, | cc vvb, uh pns11 vhb vhn dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1; cc-acp pns11 vvb j pp-f d n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc vvb d n1 pp-f, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9998 | and acquaintance with the Lord Jesus, that the glory of the Lord is not to this day risen upon me; | and acquaintance with the Lord jesus, that the glory of the Lord is not to this day risen upon me; | cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp pno11; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
9999 | Oh then make after, and merchandise for this, Prov. 3. 14, 15, 16. Sometimes a godly man loseth this; | O then make After, and merchandise for this, Curae 3. 14, 15, 16. Sometime a godly man loses this; | uh av vvb a-acp, cc n1 p-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd, crd av dt j n1 vvz d; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10000 | is there not inwardly a decay of holiness• and hence God hath forsaken, and suffered to fall into some sin, | is there not inwardly a decay of holiness• and hence God hath forsaken, and suffered to fallen into Some since, | vbz pc-acp xx av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc av np1 vhz vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10001 | so as man hath seen it; | so as man hath seen it; | av c-acp n1 vhz vvn pn31; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10002 | do you think the Lord will honor you in the hearts of his people, while you dishonor him? when you live in a vain dead-hearted condition, | do you think the Lord will honour you in the hearts of his people, while you dishonour him? when you live in a vain deadhearted condition, | vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cs pn22 vvb pno31? c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt j j n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10003 | and disguise your selves, or in impen•tency for open offences either of opinion or practice; | and disguise your selves, or in impen•tency for open offences either of opinion or practice; | cc vvb po22 n2, cc p-acp n1 p-acp j n2 d pp-f n1 cc n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10004 | Be it far from me, saith the Lord, 1 Sam. 2. 20. them that dishonor me shall be lightly esteemed; | Be it Far from me, Says the Lord, 1 Sam. 2. 20. them that dishonour me shall be lightly esteemed; | vbb pn31 av-j p-acp pno11, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pno32 d vvi pno11 vmb vbi av-j vvn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10005 | and hence God will cut off Eli 's children; | and hence God will Cut off Eli is children; | cc av np1 vmb vvi a-acp np1 vbz n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10006 | you know what a sad letter Paul wrote to the C•rinthians; but when they saw the spiritual meaning, 2 Cor. 7. 14, 15. Paul boasts of them; | you know what a sad Letter Paul wrote to the C•rinthians; but when they saw the spiritual meaning, 2 Cor. 7. 14, 15. Paul boasts of them; | pn22 vvb r-crq dt j n1 np1 vvd p-acp dt np1; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvz pp-f pno32; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10007 | Titus his affection was abundant toward them; | Titus his affection was abundant towards them; | np1 po31 n1 vbds j p-acp pno32; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10008 | if not abund•nt confession and giving glory to God, how should you look that God should else give glory to you? it's wonderful to see, | if not abund•nt Confessi and giving glory to God, how should you look that God should Else give glory to you? it's wondered to see, | cs xx j n1 cc vvg n1 p-acp np1, q-crq vmd pn22 vvi cst np1 vmd av vvi n1 p-acp pn22? pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10009 | how men that have been convinced of sin, and yet would hide it, how the Lord in his jealousie hath discovered them in his time; | how men that have been convinced of since, and yet would hide it, how the Lord in his jealousy hath discovered them in his time; | c-crq n2 d vhb vbn vvn pp-f n1, cc av vmd vvi pn31, c-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 58 |
10010 | the sin hath been committed by them, and enqu•ry hath been made, and some conviction, and yet they have wound off, and cried out of wrong; | the since hath been committed by them, and enqu•ry hath been made, and Some conviction, and yet they have wound off, and cried out of wrong; | dt n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp pno32, cc j vhz vbn vvn, cc d n1, cc av pns32 vhb vvn a-acp, cc vvd av pp-f n-jn; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 59 |
10011 | the Lord hath left them to worse evils; And so the Lord will deal with men; | the Lord hath left them to Worse evils; And so the Lord will deal with men; | dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp jc n2-jn; cc av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 59 |
10012 | and so I say, hide your sin, it shall be your shame at last, and the Lord will never honor you in the consciences of his people till you out with it, and confess it; | and so I say, hide your since, it shall be your shame At last, and the Lord will never honour you in the Consciences of his people till you out with it, and confess it; | cc av pns11 vvb, vvb po22 n1, pn31 vmb vbi po22 n1 p-acp ord, cc dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 c-acp pn22 av p-acp pn31, cc vvb pn31; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 59 |
10013 | Iannes and Iambres, their madness shall be made known at last; I speak not this that men should make holiness a bridge to their own honor, | Jannes and Jambres, their madness shall be made known At last; I speak not this that men should make holiness a bridge to their own honour, | n2 cc n2, po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn vvn p-acp ord; pns11 vvb xx d d n2 vmd vvi n1 dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 59 |
10014 | and so to stand upon Christs shoulders; | and so to stand upon Christ shoulders; | cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 59 |
10015 | but that this is the way to regain such a blessing, which an humble heart knows how to want, as well as to have. | but that this is the Way to regain such a blessing, which an humble heart knows how to want, as well as to have. | cc-acp cst d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1, r-crq dt j n1 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi, c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vhi. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1704 | Page 59 |
10016 | Oh then place your glory in this; of all things in the world, a man des•res nothing more than honor; | O then place your glory in this; of all things in the world, a man des•res nothing more than honour; | uh av vvb po22 n1 p-acp d; pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pix av-dc cs n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10017 | it's dearer than life, and it is that which every one |
it's Dearer than life, and it is that which every one does d•sire; O Beloved, hunt not After shadows, feed not your 〈 ◊ 〉 with dreams; | pn31|vbz avc-jn cs n1, cc pn31 vbz d r-crq d crd vdz vvi; uh j-vvn, vvb xx p-acp n2, vvb xx po22 〈 sy 〉 p-acp n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10018 | make not your Garl•nds of withered flowers, but in this which is your glory before God and men. | make not your Garl•nds of withered flowers, but in this which is your glory before God and men. | vvb xx po22 n2 pp-f j-vvn n2, cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vbz po22 n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10019 | Ier. 9. 24. Let not rich men glory in riches, but in this, that •e knoweth me; | Jeremiah 9. 24. Let not rich men glory in riches, but in this, that •e Knoweth me; | np1 crd crd vvb xx j n2 vvb p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp d, cst n1 vvz pno11; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10020 | It was the heavy complaint the Lord took up against his people, Ier. 2. 11. That they did change their glory; | It was the heavy complaint the Lord took up against his people, Jeremiah 2. 11. That they did change their glory; | pn31 vbds dt j n1 dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd cst pns32 vdd vvi po32 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10022 | it was the great sin of the Gentiles, Rom. 1. 23. that they changed the glory of the 〈 ◊ 〉 God, into an image of corruptible men and beasts; | it was the great since of the Gentiles, Rom. 1. 23. that they changed the glory of the 〈 ◊ 〉 God, into an image of corruptible men and beasts; | pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n2-j, np1 crd crd cst pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt 〈 sy 〉 uh-np, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10023 | so you know this is your glory; and oh now to change this glory for an image of glory! | so you know this is your glory; and o now to change this glory for an image of glory! | av pn22 vvb d vbz po22 n1; cc uh av p-acp n1 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10024 | and hence given up to vile affections, to a corruptible minde; and therefore Prov. 8 ▪ 4, 8. Exalt her, she shall promote thee; admire at this! | and hence given up to vile affections, to a corruptible mind; and Therefore Curae 8 ▪ 4, 8. Exalt her, she shall promote thee; admire At this! | cc av vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, p-acp dt j n1; cc av np1 crd ▪ crd, crd vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pno21; vvb p-acp d! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10025 | a man excels in nothing but what he admires at, or seeks not to excel in any thing but what he wonders at; | a man excels in nothing but what he admires At, or seeks not to excel in any thing but what he wonders At; | dt n1 vvz p-acp pix cc-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, cc vvz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10026 | you will never place your glory in holiness, nor excel in it, unless you admire at it, | you will never place your glory in holiness, nor excel in it, unless you admire At it, | pn22 vmb av-x vvi po22 n1 p-acp n1, ccx vvi p-acp pn31, cs pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10027 | and it will then exalt you, and bring you to honor, because indeed it is your honor: | and it will then exalt you, and bring you to honour, Because indeed it is your honour: | cc pn31 vmb av vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi, c-acp av pn31 vbz po22 n1: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10028 | Oh that God would work this, men would not be so greedy after the world, nor praise of men. SECT. VII. | O that God would work this, men would not be so greedy After the world, nor praise of men. SECT. VII. | uh cst np1 vmd vvi d, n2 vmd xx vbi av j p-acp dt n1, ccx n1 pp-f n2. n1. np1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1705 | Page 59 |
10029 | Quest. BUt how shall we come to this? | Quest. BUt how shall we come to this? | n1. p-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d? | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1706 | Page 59 |
10030 | Answ. 1. Consider the example of Christ, and all the people of Christ at all times, who did not place their glory in these things, but in things above: | Answer 1. Consider the Exampl of christ, and all the people of christ At all times, who did not place their glory in these things, but in things above: | np1 crd np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, r-crq vdd xx vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n2, cc-acp p-acp n2 p-acp: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1707 | Page 59 |
10031 | If a man is to lay much out upon something in the market, if he be wise he will enquire of prudent men that know things, the worth of them, | If a man is to lay much out upon something in the market, if he be wise he will inquire of prudent men that know things, the worth of them, | cs dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi d av p-acp pi p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbb j pns31 vmb vvi pp-f j n2 cst vvb n2, dt n1 pp-f pno32, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1707 | Page 59 |
10032 | and then it fals out sometimes those things he esteems highly are of no value; | and then it falls out sometime those things he esteems highly Are of no valve; | cc av pn31 vvz av av d n2 pns31 vvz av-j vbr pp-f dx n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1707 | Page 59 |
10033 | so here, look upon Paul, Gal. 6. 14. God forbid I should glory in any thing but the cross of Christ; | so Here, look upon Paul, Gal. 6. 14. God forbid I should glory in any thing but the cross of christ; | av av, vvb p-acp np1, np1 crd crd np1 vvb pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1707 | Page 59 |
10034 | 1 Cor. 4. 13. When the Corinthians were puffed up with greatnes, to pull them down from this, he professeth he and others were the off-scouring of the world; | 1 Cor. 4. 13. When the Corinthians were puffed up with greatness, to pull them down from this, he Professes he and Others were the offscouring of the world; | vvn np1 crd crd c-crq dt np1 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp d, pns31 vvz pns31 cc n2-jn vbdr dt j pp-f dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1707 | Page 59 |
10035 | and this was their glory, v•rse 16. Look upon Christ himself, he had as much excellency as could be, | and this was their glory, v•rse 16. Look upon christ himself, he had as much excellency as could be, | cc d vbds po32 n1, j crd n1 p-acp np1 px31, pns31 vhd p-acp d n1 c-acp vmd vbi, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1707 | Page 59 |
10036 | yet he cast it off, despised all the glory of the world, was a worm and no man; | yet he cast it off, despised all the glory of the world, was a worm and no man; | av pns31 vvd pn31 a-acp, vvn d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds dt n1 cc dx n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1707 | Page 59 |
10037 | he professeth he sought no •onor of men, •ut the will of him that sent him; this was his glory. | he Professes he sought no •onor of men, •ut the will of him that sent him; this was his glory. | pns31 vvz pns31 vvd dx n1 pp-f n2, av dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno31; d vbds po31 n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1707 | Page 59 |
10038 | 2. Look upon the excellency of your estate in Christ, 1 Cor. 2. 21. Glory not in men, for all things are yours; | 2. Look upon the excellency of your estate in christ, 1 Cor. 2. 21. Glory not in men, for all things Are yours; | crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd n1 xx p-acp n2, p-acp d n2 vbr png22; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1708 | Page 59 |
10039 | take any Prince that hath a Kingdom, will he house in a cottage or spend his time and care to thatch and repair that? no, all the Kingdom is mine; | take any Prince that hath a Kingdom, will he house in a cottage or spend his time and care to thatch and repair that? no, all the Kingdom is mine; | vvb d n1 cst vhz dt n1, vmb pns31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi d? uh-dx, d dt n1 vbz png11; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1708 | Page 59 |
10040 | and hence he will have Kingly thoughts and Kingly aims, and ends, and acts that ennoble him indeed: | and hence he will have Kingly thoughts and Kingly aims, and ends, and acts that ennoble him indeed: | cc av pns31 vmb vhi j n2 cc j n2, cc n2, cc n2 cst vvi pno31 av: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1708 | Page 59 |
10080 | never shall our glory be recovered till these evils are confessed and lamented, and the sin of the heart, which begat them. | never shall our glory be recovered till these evils Are confessed and lamented, and the since of the heart, which begat them. | av-x vmb po12 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n2-jn vbr vvn cc vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd pno32. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1714 | Page 61 |
10041 | So here, 2 Cor. 5. 9. Knowing we have a house above, that there is but a breath between us and glory ▪ we labor (are ambitious) that whether absent or present to be present to be accepted of him. | So Here, 2 Cor. 5. 9. Knowing we have a house above, that there is but a breath between us and glory ▪ we labour (Are ambitious) that whither absent or present to be present to be accepted of him. | av av, crd np1 crd crd vvg pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp, cst pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12 cc n1 ▪ pns12 vvb (vbr j) d cs j cc j pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno31. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1708 | Page 59 |
10042 | The very reason why the hearts, minds, lives of men are so debased, as to seek their glory in that which is their shame, is this, they know no better estate, no greater glory; | The very reason why the hearts, minds, lives of men Are so debased, as to seek their glory in that which is their shame, is this, they know no better estate, no greater glory; | dt j n1 c-crq dt n2, n2, n2 pp-f n2 vbr av vvn, c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz po32 n1, vbz d, pns32 vvb dx jc n1, av-dx jc n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1708 | Page 60 |
10043 | the God of glory, and Kingdom of glory, and promise of glory, and Ark, and Cherubims, | the God of glory, and Kingdom of glory, and promise of glory, and Ark, and Cherubims, | dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n2, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1708 | Page 60 |
10044 | and Oracles of glory in Christ have been to this day hid from their eyes; hence Heb. 12. 2. Christ for the joy set before him desp•sed the shame. | and Oracles of glory in christ have been to this day hid from their eyes; hence Hebrew 12. 2. christ for the joy Set before him desp•sed the shame. | cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vhb vbn p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2; av np1 crd crd np1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31 vvd dt n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1708 | Page 60 |
10045 | 3. Make the Lord present with you, and see him shine about you in his glory; | 3. Make the Lord present with you, and see him shine about you in his glory; | crd n1 dt n1 vvb p-acp pn22, cc vvi pno31 vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp po31 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10046 | when poor men come to the Court and see no King there, they bow down to his Chair; | when poor men come to the Court and see no King there, they bow down to his Chair; | c-crq j n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvb dx n1 a-acp, pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp po31 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10047 | whereas if he was seen he should have all the honor then; | whereas if he was seen he should have all the honour then; | cs cs pns31 vbds vvn pns31 vmd vhi d dt n1 av; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10048 | so when men see creatures, but see them like empty chairs, the God of glory not filling of them, we bow down to creatures, | so when men see creatures, but see them like empty chairs, the God of glory not filling of them, we bow down to creatures, | av c-crq n2 vvb n2, cc-acp vvb pno32 av-j j n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 xx vvg pp-f pno32, pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp n2, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10049 | but when God is seen, now the soul gives all glory to him; | but when God is seen, now the soul gives all glory to him; | cc-acp c-crq np1 vbz vvn, av dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp pno31; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10050 | a man that lives without any in his house as chief, all servants attend on him; | a man that lives without any in his house as chief, all Servants attend on him; | dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d p-acp po31 n1 c-acp j-jn, d n2 vvb p-acp pno31; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10051 | but when the Prince comes with his train, now all his Servants with himself are too little to attend on the Prince; | but when the Prince comes with his train, now all his Servants with himself Are too little to attend on the Prince; | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, av d po31 n2 p-acp px31 vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10052 | so here, when men come to pray, or preach, or speak, Oh how doth a wicked heart seek it self? but when the Lord is seen, now all attend on him; | so Here, when men come to pray, or preach, or speak, O how does a wicked heart seek it self? but when the Lord is seen, now all attend on him; | av av, c-crq n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi, uh q-crq vdz dt j n1 vvi pn31 n1? cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, av av-d vvi p-acp pno31; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10053 | hence when God sends his people to honor him, he first appears to them in his glory, | hence when God sends his people to honour him, he First appears to them in his glory, | av c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 ord vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10054 | and it never is long out of their minds; | and it never is long out of their minds; | cc pn31 av vbz av-j av pp-f po32 n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10055 | hence Abraham forsook his own Country, Acts 7. Moses forsook Egypt, he saw God invisible, Heb. 11. 26, 27. Psal. 22. ult. All nations shall remember and turn to the Lord; | hence Abraham forsook his own Country, Acts 7. Moses forsook Egypt, he saw God invisible, Hebrew 11. 26, 27. Psalm 22. ult. All Nations shall Remember and turn to the Lord; | av np1 vvd po31 d n1, n2 crd np1 vvd np1, pns31 vvd np1 j, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd n1. av-d n2 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10056 | when the Lord is seen, all our glory is shame, Isa. 6. and now glory in that, | when the Lord is seen, all our glory is shame, Isaiah 6. and now glory in that, | c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, d po12 n1 vbz n1, np1 crd cc av n1 p-acp d, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10057 | and make him as present as at the last day, then all shall fall down before him. | and make him as present as At the last day, then all shall fallen down before him. | cc vvi pno31 p-acp j c-acp p-acp dt ord n1, cs d vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno31. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1709 | Page 60 |
10058 | 4. See how every service you perform unto him, every act of holiness, quickned by the Spirit of life is pleasing to him; | 4. See how every service you perform unto him, every act of holiness, quickened by the Spirit of life is pleasing to him; | crd vvb c-crq d n1 pn22 vvb p-acp pno31, d n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvg p-acp pno31; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1710 | Page 60 |
10059 | if a Prince be with a man, and cannot be pleased, nothing can content him, | if a Prince be with a man, and cannot be pleased, nothing can content him, | cs dt n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, cc vmbx vbi vvn, pix vmb vvi pno31, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1710 | Page 60 |
10060 | or we hear not one word from him whether we please him or not, we shall grow weary of him at last; | or we hear not one word from him whither we please him or not, we shall grow weary of him At last; | cc pns12 vvb xx crd n1 p-acp pno31 cs pns12 vvb pno31 cc xx, pns12 vmb vvi j pp-f pno31 p-acp ord; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1710 | Page 60 |
10163 | and I say this is because the Lord dwels not there; and hence Ioh. 15. because the branch is not engraffed into the stock; | and I say this is Because the Lord dwells not there; and hence John 15. Because the branch is not engrafted into the stock; | cc pns11 vvb d vbz p-acp dt n1 vvz xx a-acp; cc av np1 crd p-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10061 | but to consider this, he that serves me, him will my father honor, that every cup of cold water, shall have a Disciples reward, that every groan shall be heard, that what you do to one of these little ones, you do it to Christ, and Christ takes it as kindly as done to himself, that the Lord remembers the love of your e•pousals, Ier. 2. when you follow him in a land not sown, that the comfort of all your labors, tears, sufferings, shall follow you to heaven, | but to Consider this, he that serves me, him will my father honour, that every cup of cold water, shall have a Disciples reward, that every groan shall be herd, that what you do to one of these little ones, you do it to christ, and christ Takes it as kindly as done to himself, that the Lord remembers the love of your e•pousals, Jeremiah 2. when you follow him in a land not sown, that the Comfort of all your labors, tears, sufferings, shall follow you to heaven, | cc-acp pc-acp vvi d, pns31 cst vvz pno11, pno31 vmb po11 n1 n1, cst d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vmb vhi dt n2 vvb, cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn, d r-crq pn22 vdb p-acp crd pp-f d j pi2, pn22 vdb pn31 p-acp np1, cc np1 vvz pn31 a-acp av-j a-acp vdn p-acp px31, cst dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, np1 crd c-crq pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 xx vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f d po22 n2, n2, n2, vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1710 | Page 60 |
10062 | and for ever lodge in that blessed brest of thine; | and for ever lodge in that blessed breast of thine; | cc p-acp av vvi p-acp d j-vvn n1 pp-f png21; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1710 | Page 60 |
10063 | Oh Brethren, saith Paul, always abound, and spend your time here, knowing your labor is not in vain in the Lord; | O Brothers, Says Paul, always abound, and spend your time Here, knowing your labour is not in vain in the Lord; | uh n2, vvz np1, av vvb, cc vvb po22 n1 av, vvg po22 n1 vbz xx p-acp j p-acp dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1710 | Page 60 |
10064 | why do men seek to please men, and place their glory there? because men see and approve them; | why do men seek to please men, and place their glory there? Because men see and approve them; | c-crq vdb n2 vvi pc-acp vvi n2, cc vvi po32 n1 a-acp? c-acp n2 vvb cc vvi pno32; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1710 | Page 60 |
10065 | Oh what is this to the approbation of a God? SECT. VIII. OH then preserve this your glory; | O what is this to the approbation of a God? SECT. VIII. O then preserve this your glory; | uh q-crq vbz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? n1. np1. uh av vvb d po22 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1710 | Page 60 |
10066 | when men have any thing in the world |
when men have any thing in the world that is their glory, their Crown their Treasure, O they will keep that especially; | c-crq n2 vhb d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz po32 n1, po32 n1 po32 n1, uh pns32 vmb vvi cst av-j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1711 | Page 60 |
10067 | rather lose life than lose their names, and glory in the world; Oh preserve the spirit of holiness, especially in these places; | rather loose life than loose their names, and glory in the world; O preserve the Spirit of holiness, especially in these places; | av vvb n1 cs vvb po32 n2, cc n1 p-acp dt n1; uh vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j p-acp d n2; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1711 | Page 60 |
10068 | this hath been this only shall be our glory; | this hath been this only shall be our glory; | d vhz vbn d av-j vmb vbi po12 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1711 | Page 60 |
10069 | and that not in name, and yet dead, but in deed and in power we have had our Christian conversation, | and that not in name, and yet dead, but in deed and in power we have had our Christian Conversation, | cc cst xx p-acp n1, cc av j, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 pns12 vhb vhn po12 njp n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1711 | Page 60 |
10070 | and that not by contenting our selves with a little, but to be exactly holy; a little spot is soon seen in your coat; you shall observe it. | and that not by contenting our selves with a little, but to be exactly holy; a little spot is soon seen in your coat; you shall observe it. | cc cst xx p-acp vvg po12 n2 p-acp dt j, cc-acp pc-acp vbi av-j j; dt j n1 vbz av vvn p-acp po22 n1; pn22 vmb vvi pn31. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1711 | Page 60 |
10071 | 1. When the Jews shall be made the glory of all the earth, their glory shall not consist then in immediate Revelations, but in Sanctification; | 1. When the jews shall be made the glory of all the earth, their glory shall not consist then in immediate Revelations, but in Sanctification; | crd c-crq dt np2 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, po32 n1 vmb xx vvi av p-acp j n2, cc-acp p-acp n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1712 | Page 60 |
10072 | there shall be holiness and sanctification; there shall be holiness on pots and horse bridles. | there shall be holiness and sanctification; there shall be holiness on pots and horse bridles. | pc-acp vmb vbi n1 cc n1; pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp n2 cc n1 n2. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1712 | Page 60 |
10073 | 2. When the Lord will be a defence to his people, and a shadow from heat, and from the Sun! | 2. When the Lord will be a defence to his people, and a shadow from heat, and from the Sun! | crd c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1713 | Page 60 |
10074 | it shall be when the Lord hath purged away the filth of men by a spirit of burning; | it shall be when the Lord hath purged away the filth of men by a Spirit of burning; | pn31 vmb vbi c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn av dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1713 | Page 60 |
10075 | not which burns up all holiness, but filthiness and selfconfidence in any holiness, and hypocrisie, and so they shall be holy, Isa. 4. 3, 4. | not which burns up all holiness, but filthiness and selfconfidence in any holiness, and hypocrisy, and so they shall be holy, Isaiah 4. 3, 4. | xx r-crq vvz a-acp d n1, cc-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, cc n1, cc av pns32 vmb vbi j, np1 crd crd, crd | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1713 | Page 61 |
10076 | 3. How many men stumble by opinions, divisions, &c. (the fruits of a corrupt head, | 3. How many men Stumble by opinions, divisions, etc. (the fruits of a corrupt head, | crd c-crq d n2 vvb p-acp n2, n2, av (dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1714 | Page 61 |
10077 | and streams of a dunghil heart) that had rather live in sorrows among enemies, than divisions among friends! | and streams of a dunghill heart) that had rather live in sorrows among enemies, than divisions among Friends! | cc n2 pp-f dt n1 n1) cst vhd av-c vvb p-acp n2 p-acp n2, cs n2 p-acp n2! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1714 | Page 61 |
10078 | Oh the spirit of people, as soon as any new Calf is made, fall down and worship it, | O the Spirit of people, as soon as any new Calf is made, fallen down and worship it, | uh dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av c-acp d j n1 vbz vvn, vvb a-acp cc vvi pn31, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1714 | Page 61 |
10079 | and break the antient Land-marks which the Word hath set, and then make prognostications of all ill weather, to arise from opposing their opinion; | and break the ancient Landmarks which the Word hath Set, and then make Prognostications of all ill weather, to arise from opposing their opinion; | cc vvi dt j n2 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, cc av vvb n2 pp-f d j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg po32 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1714 | Page 61 |
10081 | 4. I have wondred why so few be converted (though blessed be God, some the Lord doth pick out, a few Servants, Children and Natives) is it not because either this exemplary holiness, which is our glory, is not, | 4. I have wondered why so few be converted (though blessed be God, Some the Lord does pick out, a few Servants, Children and Natives) is it not Because either this exemplary holiness, which is our glory, is not, | crd pns11 vhb vvn c-crq av d vbb vvn (cs vvn vbb np1, d dt n1 vdz vvi av, dt d n2, n2 cc n2-jn) vbz pn31 xx c-acp d d j n1, r-crq vbz po12 n1, vbz xx, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1715 | Page 61 |
10082 | or not so shini•g, but our lamps are dim? Ministers preach, and hearers are •troubled, | or not so shini•g, but our lamps Are dim? Ministers preach, and hearers Are •troubled, | cc xx av j, cc-acp po12 n2 vbr j? np1 vvb, cc n2 vbr j, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1715 | Page 61 |
10083 | but they then look upon scandals and offences from others, and so are beaten off again, Zach. 8. 20, 21, 22, 23. Oh therefore preserve it. | but they then look upon scandals and offences from Others, and so Are beaten off again, Zach 8. 20, 21, 22, 23. O Therefore preserve it. | cc-acp pns32 av vvb p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp n2-jn, cc av vbr vvn a-acp av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd uh av vvb pn31. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1715 | Page 61 |
10084 | 5. HOw will all the world ahhor the ways we walk in, if we miscarry? | 5. HOw will all the world ahhor the ways we walk in, if we miscarry? | crd q-crq vmb d dt n1 vvb dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp, cs pns12 vvb? | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1716 | Page 61 |
10085 | 6. God will have holy Churches, he is refining the whole world now for that end, | 6. God will have holy Churches, he is refining the Whole world now for that end, | crd np1 vmb vhi j n2, pns31 vbz vvg dt j-jn n1 av p-acp d n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1717 | Page 61 |
10086 | and will do so more and more, and go on. SECT. IX. Quest. How shall we preserve it? | and will do so more and more, and go on. SECT. IX. Quest. How shall we preserve it? | cc vmb vdi av av-dc cc av-dc, cc vvb a-acp. n1. crd. n1. q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pn31? | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1717 | Page 61 |
10087 | Answ. 1. Take heed of harboring an ill opinion of holiness, for then if your judgements dislike it, your tongues and your lives shall disgrace it: | Answer 1. Take heed of harbouring an ill opinion of holiness, for then if your Judgments dislike it, your tongues and your lives shall disgrace it: | np1 crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av cs po22 n2 vvb pn31, po22 n2 cc po22 n2 vmb vvi pn31: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1719 | Page 61 |
10088 | Take heed of imagining that First, there is no grace in Saints, only immediate actings of the Spirit; | Take heed of imagining that First, there is no grace in Saints, only immediate actings of the Spirit; | vvb n1 pp-f vvg d ord, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n2, av-j j n2 pp-f dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1719 | Page 61 |
10089 | this is no spirit of holiness, no more than in Baalams Ass, through which God spake to him. | this is no Spirit of holiness, no more than in Baalams Ass, through which God spoke to him. | d vbz dx n1 pp-f n1, av-dx dc cs p-acp np1 n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1719 | Page 61 |
10090 | Secondly, That these graces are only common; | Secondly, That these graces Are only Common; | ord, cst d n2 vbr av-j j; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1720 | Page 61 |
10091 | who will seek much after that, or esteem that which is but common? this is to despise the Spirit, to contemn the blood of the Covenant, whereby the Church is sanctified. | who will seek much After that, or esteem that which is but Common? this is to despise the Spirit, to contemn the blood of the Covenant, whereby the Church is sanctified. | r-crq vmb vvi d p-acp d, cc vvb d r-crq vbz p-acp j? d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1720 | Page 61 |
10092 | Thirdly, That grace is so dark and obs•ure a thing always as no evidence can be had by it, though it be peculiar grace: | Thirdly, That grace is so dark and obs•ure a thing always as no evidence can be had by it, though it be peculiar grace: | ord, cst n1 vbz av j cc j dt n1 av c-acp dx n1 vmb vbi vhn p-acp pn31, cs pn31 vbb j n1: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1721 | Page 61 |
10093 | this is a high degree of disgrace to the Spirit of Grace; | this is a high degree of disgrace to the Spirit of Grace; | d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1721 | Page 61 |
10094 | if one should say here is a man, but believes not his testimony, 'tis doubtful and very questionable what ever he saith, it is a dishonor to him, take heed of this: | if one should say Here is a man, but believes not his testimony, it's doubtful and very questionable what ever he Says, it is a dishonour to him, take heed of this: | cs pi vmd vvi av vbz dt n1, cc-acp vvz xx po31 n1, pn31|vbz j cc j j r-crq av pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31, vvb n1 pp-f d: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1721 | Page 61 |
10095 | When the Spirit of Holiness comes to us in form, it comes thus, with little peace; | When the Spirit of Holiness comes to us in from, it comes thus, with little peace; | c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, pn31 vvz av, p-acp j n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1721 | Page 61 |
10096 | but when in power, with much assurance, 1 Thess. 1. 5. It is a sad thing, | but when in power, with much assurance, 1 Thess 1. 5. It is a sad thing, | cc-acp c-crq p-acp n1, p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1721 | Page 61 |
10097 | if that which was the complaint of the Prophet, shall be the complaint of the Spirit, Who hath believed our report, | if that which was the complaint of the Prophet, shall be the complaint of the Spirit, Who hath believed our report, | cs d r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn po12 n1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1721 | Page 61 |
10098 | and to whom is the arm of the Lord revealed! | and to whom is the arm of the Lord revealed! | cc p-acp ro-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn! | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1721 | Page 61 |
10099 | 2. Take heed of decaying in a spirit of bounty and love, and in largeness of heart to all the people of God, | 2. Take heed of decaying in a Spirit of bounty and love, and in largeness of heart to all the people of God, | crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1722 | Page 61 |
10100 | nay, to all men, so far as you have time and strength; | nay, to all men, so Far as you have time and strength; | uh-x, p-acp d n2, av av-j c-acp pn22 vhb n1 cc n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1722 | Page 61 |
10101 | let a man be never so great a Prince, if he once lose his bounty, he loseth his glory; | let a man be never so great a Prince, if he once loose his bounty, he loses his glory; | vvb dt n1 vbi av-x av j dt n1, cs pns31 a-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1722 | Page 61 |
10102 | so here Isa. 58. 8. Give bread to the hungry, then shall thy light break out of obscurity: | so Here Isaiah 58. 8. Give bred to the hungry, then shall thy Light break out of obscurity: | av av np1 crd crd vvb n1 p-acp dt j, av vmb po21 n1 vvi av pp-f n1: | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1722 | Page 61 |
10103 | Many complain that New-England hath so little love, Non-members not visited, not regarded (though many times unjustly) Oh they thought to see so much love, and care, and pity; | Many complain that New england hath so little love, Non-members not visited, not regarded (though many times unjustly) O they Thought to see so much love, and care, and pity; | d vvb cst np1 vhz av j n1, n2 xx vvn, xx vvn (c-acp d n2 av-j) uh pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi av d n1, cc n1, cc n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1722 | Page 61 |
10104 | but here they may live and never be spoken to, never visited; Oh take heed of this; | but Here they may live and never be spoken to, never visited; O take heed of this; | cc-acp av pns32 vmb vvi cc av-x vbi vvn p-acp, av-x vvn; uh vvb n1 pp-f d; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1722 | Page 61 |
10105 | Nothing beautifies a Christian in the eyes of others more than much love, (hypocrisie is naught) Oh excel here; | Nothing beautifies a Christian in the eyes of Others more than much love, (hypocrisy is nought) O excel Here; | pix vvz dt njp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn av-dc cs d n1, (n1 vbz pix) uh vvb av; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1722 | Page 61 |
10106 | visit poor families, sit one half hour and speak to discouraged hearts, shew kindness to strangers; such you were; | visit poor families, fit one half hour and speak to discouraged hearts, show kindness to Strangers; such you were; | vvb j n2, vvb pi j-jn n1 cc vvi p-acp vvn n2, vvb n1 p-acp n2; d pn22 vbdr; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1722 | Page 61 |
10107 | Ile warrant God will bless you, this was the glory of Christ, full of grace and truth. | I'll warrant God will bless you, this was the glory of christ, full of grace and truth. | pns11|vmb vvb np1 vmb vvi pn22, d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, j pp-f n1 cc n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1722 | Page 61 |
10108 | 3. Be very careful in receiving in of Members into Churches, one ill man will be a spot and pollution to all the rest, Iude 12. spots in your feasts; you know how many come over, | 3. Be very careful in receiving in of Members into Churches, one ill man will be a spot and pollution to all the rest, Iude 12. spots in your feasts; you know how many come over, | crd vbb av j p-acp vvg p-acp pp-f n2 p-acp n2, crd j-jn n1 vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd vvz p-acp po22 n2; pn22 vvb c-crq d vvb a-acp, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1723 | Page 62 |
10109 | how it begins to be pleaded for, What, not baptised, and Professors? and yet how many are disfigured? therefore try them well; | how it begins to be pleaded for, What, not baptised, and Professors? and yet how many Are disfigured? Therefore try them well; | c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, q-crq, xx j-vvn, cc n2? cc av c-crq d vbr vvn? av vvb pno32 av; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1723 | Page 62 |
10110 | take heed of thinking Elders or Churches are too strict. | take heed of thinking Elders or Churches Are too strict. | vvb n1 pp-f vvg n2-jn cc n2 vbr av j. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1723 | Page 62 |
10111 | Fourthly be much in prayer for the Churches, Isa. 62. 7. Give the Lord no rest till he make Ierusalem the praise of the whole earth, that's the way; | Fourthly be much in prayer for the Churches, Isaiah 62. 7. Give the Lord no rest till he make Ierusalem the praise of the Whole earth, that's the Way; | ord vbb av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, np1 crd crd vvb dt n1 dx n1 c-acp pns31 vvb np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, d|vbz dt n1; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1724 | Page 62 |
10112 | do you see any sins in the Country, go and stand in the gap with Moses, and though the Lord offer to do good to you, | do you see any Sins in the Country, go and stand in the gap with Moses, and though the Lord offer to do good to you, | vdb pn22 vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1, vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, cc cs dt n1 vvb pc-acp vdi j p-acp pn22, | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1724 | Page 62 |
10113 | yet turn him not off so, till he promise to relieve his poor Churches also; beg and this will do it; be much in fasting; | yet turn him not off so, till he promise to relieve his poor Churches also; beg and this will do it; be much in fasting; | av vvb pno31 xx a-acp av, c-acp pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 av; vvb cc d vmb vdi pn31; vbb d p-acp vvg; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1724 | Page 62 |
10114 | it is a shame for us (who are laying the foundations of many generations) not to be much with God in prayer and fasting; | it is a shame for us (who Are laying the foundations of many generations) not to be much with God in prayer and fasting; | pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12 (r-crq vbr vvg dt n2 pp-f d n2) xx pc-acp vbi av-d p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg; | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1724 | Page 62 |
10115 | and that when in other places there is so much sowing of this seed. | and that when in other places there is so much sowing of this seed. | cc cst c-crq p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vbz av av-d vvg pp-f d n1. | (36) chapter (DIV2) | 1724 | Page 62 |
10116 | CHAP. X. Shewing that counterfeit Grace is not lasting. VERSE 8, 9. And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oyl, | CHAP. X. Showing that counterfeit Grace is not lasting. VERSE 8, 9. And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil, | np1 fw-la vvg d j-jn n1 vbz xx j. n1 crd, crd cc dt j vvd p-acp dt j, vvb pno12 pp-f po22 n1, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1724 | Page 62 |
10117 | for our lamps are going out. | for our lamps Are going out. | p-acp po12 n2 vbr vvg av. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1724 | Page 62 |
10118 | But the wise answered saying, Not so, lest there be not enough for us and you; | But the wise answered saying, Not so, lest there be not enough for us and you; | p-acp dt j vvd vvg, xx av, cs pc-acp vbb xx av-d p-acp pno12 cc pn22; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1724 | Page 62 |
10119 | but go you rather to them that sell, and but for your selves. SECT. I. IN these words is set down the effect which this awakening cry took in the foolish Virgins only: | but go you rather to them that fell, and but for your selves. SECT. I. IN these words is Set down the Effect which this awakening cry took in the foolish Virgins only: | cc-acp vvb pn22 av-c p-acp pno32 cst vvb, cc p-acp p-acp po22 n2. n1. np1 p-acp d n2 vbz vvn a-acp dt n1 r-crq d n-vvg vvi vvd p-acp dt j n2 av-j: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1724 | Page 62 |
10120 | First, They come to feel, and so to complain of the want of oyl. Secondly, They petition the wise, that they would give them of their oyl; | First, They come to feel, and so to complain of the want of oil. Secondly, They petition the wise, that they would give them of their oil; | ord, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc av pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. ord, pns32 vvb dt j, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno32 pp-f po32 n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1726 | Page 62 |
10121 | which latter is amplified in vers. 9. from the answer the wise made unto them. We shall open the words as we come to observe any thing from them; | which latter is amplified in vers. 9. from the answer the wise made unto them. We shall open the words as we come to observe any thing from them; | r-crq d vbz vvn p-acp fw-la. crd p-acp dt n1 dt j vvn p-acp pno32. pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1727 | Page 62 |
10122 | and begin now with the complaint [ Our lamps are gone out ] or going out, it is all one; | and begin now with the complaint [ Our lamps Are gone out ] or going out, it is all one; | cc vvb av p-acp dt n1 [ po12 n2 vbr vvn av ] cc vvg av, pn31 vbz d pi; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1728 | Page 62 |
10123 | The wise Virgins lamps did grow dim, but yet their oyl was not spent; but here their oyl was spent, and hence their Lamps were going out. | The wise Virgins lamps did grow dim, but yet their oil was not spent; but Here their oil was spent, and hence their Lamps were going out. | dt j ng1 n2 vdd vvi j, cc-acp av po32 n1 vbds xx vvn; cc-acp av po32 n1 vbds vvn, cc av po32 n2 vbdr vvg av. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1728 | Page 62 |
10124 | That counterfeit and c•mmon grace of foolish Virgins, after some time of gloriousObservation 1. profession, will certainly go out, and be quite spent: | That counterfeit and c•mmon grace of foolish Virgins, After Some time of gloriousObservation 1. profession, will Certainly go out, and be quite spent: | cst vvb cc j n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 crd n1, vmb av-j vvi av, cc vbb av vvn: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 62 |
10125 | It consumes in the using, and shining and burning. | It consumes in the using, and shining and burning. | pn31 vvz p-acp dt vvg, cc vvg cc vvg. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 62 |
10126 | Luke 8. 18. To him that hath shall be given, but he that hath not, shall be taken from him that which he hath. | Lycia 8. 18. To him that hath shall be given, but he that hath not, shall be taken from him that which he hath. | av crd crd p-acp pno31 cst vhz vmb vbi vvn, p-acp pns31 cst vhz xx, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 d r-crq pns31 vhz. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10127 | Joh. 15. 2, 6. Every branch in me that beareth no• fruit it withers, then it is taken away, | John 15. 2, 6. Every branch in me that bears no• fruit it withers, then it is taken away, | np1 crd crd, crd d n1 p-acp pno11 cst vvz n1 n1 pn31 vvz, av pn31 vbz vvn av, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10128 | and so it is consumed, and in time burned; | and so it is consumed, and in time burned; | cc av pn31 vbz vvn, cc p-acp n1 vvn; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10129 | and hence, many that are first, are •n time last, Matth. 9. 20. and many that are last first: | and hence, many that Are First, Are •n time last, Matthew 9. 20. and many that Are last First: | cc av, d cst vbr ord, vbr vvn n1 ord, np1 crd crd cc d cst vbr ord ord: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10130 | Men that have been most forward, decay; their gifts decay, life decays, and these are last: and last are first; | Men that have been most forward, decay; their Gifts decay, life decays, and these Are last: and last Are First; | n2 cst vhb vbn av-ds av-j, n1; po32 n2 vvi, n1 vvz, cc d vbr n1: cc ord vbr ord; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10131 | many newly brought home to Christ, excel them, and live so, and die so, that one would think should never hold out. | many newly brought home to christ, excel them, and live so, and die so, that one would think should never hold out. | d av-j vvn av-an p-acp np1, vvb pno32, cc vvi av, cc vvi av, cst pi vmd vvi vmd av vvi av. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10132 | I need not speak more, Scripture is so abundant: I say it is after some time of profession; | I need not speak more, Scripture is so abundant: I say it is After Some time of profession; | pns11 vvb xx vvi av-dc, n1 vbz av j: pns11 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10133 | for at first it rather grows than decays and withers; but afterward they have enough of it, it withers and dies: | for At First it rather grows than decays and withers; but afterwards they have enough of it, it withers and die: | c-acp p-acp ord pn31 av-c vvz cs n2 cc vvz; cc-acp av pns32 vhb av-d pp-f pn31, pn31 vvz cc vvz: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10134 | And look as it is with some bodies when they are healthful, they grow by all means; | And look as it is with Some bodies when they Are healthful, they grow by all means; | cc vvb c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n2 c-crq pns32 vbr j, pns32 vvb p-acp d n2; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10135 | but when once Nature is spent, and now declining, nothing recovers them, though they may be kept at a stay for a time, | but when once Nature is spent, and now declining, nothing recovers them, though they may be kept At a stay for a time, | cc-acp q-crq a-acp n1 vbz vvn, cc av vvg, pix vvz pno32, cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10136 | but dye they will with their best cordials in their mouths; so it is here. For Explication of this Point, we are to attend how and why this is thus; | but die they will with their best cordials in their mouths; so it is Here. For Explication of this Point, we Are to attend how and why this is thus; | cc-acp vvb pns32 vmb p-acp po32 js n2 p-acp po32 n2; av pn31 vbz av. p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi c-crq cc c-crq d vbz av; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1729 | Page 63 |
10137 | and that not in the worst, but in the best of the foolish Virgins. | and that not in the worst, but in the best of the foolish Virgins. | cc cst xx p-acp dt js, cc-acp p-acp dt js pp-f dt j n2. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1730 | Page 63 |
10138 | First, The Spirit of God comes upon many hypocrites in abundant and plentiful measure of awakening grace; | First, The Spirit of God comes upon many Hypocrites in abundant and plentiful measure of awakening grace; | ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d n2 p-acp j cc j n1 pp-f n-vvg vvb; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10139 | I say it comes upon them as it did upon Balaam, Numb. 24. 2. And as it is in overflowing waters, which spread far, | I say it comes upon them as it did upon balaam, Numb. 24. 2. And as it is in overflowing waters, which spread Far, | pns11 vvb pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31 vdd p-acp np1, j. crd crd cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j-vvg n2, r-crq vvd av-j, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10140 | and grow very deep, and fill many empty places, they fall upon the ground, they come not from any spring within the ground; | and grow very deep, and fill many empty places, they fallen upon the ground, they come not from any spring within the ground; | cc vvb av j-jn, cc vvi d j n2, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb xx p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10141 | and hence though they last not always, yet they last some good time; | and hence though they last not always, yet they last Some good time; | cc av cs pns32 vvb xx av, av pns32 vvb d j n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10142 | so it is here, the Grace and Spirit of God come suddenly and plentifully upon many a man, which gives them a time of flourishing, it comes not from imitation, | so it is Here, the Grace and Spirit of God come suddenly and plentifully upon many a man, which gives them a time of flourishing, it comes not from imitation, | av pn31 vbz av, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvb av-j cc av-j p-acp d dt n1, r-crq vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f vvg, pn31 vvz xx p-acp n1, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10164 | and this is usually at the very heigh• of affection on and profession; as the stony ground sprang up; | and this is usually At the very heigh• of affection on and profession; as the stony ground sprang up; | cc d vbz av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 a-acp cc n1; c-acp dt j n1 vvd a-acp; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 64 |
10143 | or education, or moral perswasion only, but physically from the Spirit of God, 1 Sam. 10. 12. when they wondred that Saul was among the Prophets, one answered, who is their father? who gave them this gift of prophecy? is it not the Lord? so the fame Lord is rich to Saul also: | or education, or moral persuasion only, but physically from the Spirit of God, 1 Sam. 10. 12. when they wondered that Saul was among the prophets, one answered, who is their father? who gave them this gift of prophecy? is it not the Lord? so the fame Lord is rich to Saul also: | cc n1, cc j n1 av-j, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd c-crq pns32 vvd cst np1 vbds p-acp dt n2, pi vvd, r-crq vbz po32 n1? r-crq vvd pno32 d n1 pp-f n1? vbz pn31 xx dt n1? av dt n1 n1 vbz j p-acp np1 av: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10144 | And I say it is only awakening grace; | And I say it is only awakening grace; | cc pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j n-vvg n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10145 | for renewing grace, savingly to change their nature, is not given, but awakening grace, which works upon conscience, | for renewing grace, savingly to change their nature, is not given, but awakening grace, which works upon conscience, | c-acp vvg n1, av-vvg p-acp vvb po32 n1, vbz xx vvn, cc-acp n-vvg n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10146 | and conscience upon the whole man; | and conscience upon the Whole man; | cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10147 | and thus it was here with these Virgins, they had wonderful light, and a spirit of illumination to see the Lord Jesus, | and thus it was Here with these Virgins, they had wondered Light, and a Spirit of illumination to see the Lord jesus, | cc av pn31 vbds av p-acp d n2, pns32 vhd j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10148 | and hence to look for him with much affection and forwardness, as well as the wise, | and hence to look for him with much affection and forwardness, as well as the wise, | cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 cc n1, c-acp av c-acp dt j, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10149 | and to keep them company in Church-fellowship, and though they were secure, to complain of their decays, | and to keep them company in Church fellowship, and though they were secure, to complain of their decays, | cc pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 p-acp n1, cc cs pns32 vbdr j, pc-acp vvi pp-f po32 n2, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10150 | and desire the spirit of grace which they saw in the wise. | and desire the Spirit of grace which they saw in the wise. | cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt j. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1731 | Page 63 |
10151 | Secondly, Though it doth come upon them thus, yet it doth never rest within, so as to dwell there, to take up an eternal mansion for himself, Isa. 11. 10. his rest shall be glorio•s, Isa. 57. 15. This is a favor the Lord shews only to the 〈 ◊ 〉 above all people in the world besides. | Secondly, Though it does come upon them thus, yet it does never rest within, so as to dwell there, to take up an Eternal mansion for himself, Isaiah 11. 10. his rest shall be glorio•s, Isaiah 57. 15. This is a favour the Lord shows only to the 〈 ◊ 〉 above all people in the world beside. | ord, cs pn31 vdz vvi p-acp pno32 av, av pn31 vdz av vvi a-acp, av c-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 p-acp px31, np1 crd crd po31 n1 vmb vbi j, np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt 〈 sy 〉 a-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1732 | Page 63 |
10152 | Rom. 8. 11. If the Spirit which raised up Iesus Christ from the dead dwell in you, it shall q•icken you, | Rom. 8. 11. If the Spirit which raised up Iesus christ from the dead dwell in you, it shall q•icken you, | np1 crd crd cs dt n1 r-crq vvd a-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt j vvi p-acp pn22, pn31 vmb vvi pn22, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1732 | Page 63 |
10153 | and seal •ou up to be Sons, as it is there expressed. Thirdly, Hence it doth decay by little and little; | and seal •ou up to be Sons, as it is there expressed. Thirdly, Hence it does decay by little and little; | cc n1 vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi n2, c-acp pn31 vbz a-acp vvn. ord, av pn31 vdz vvi p-acp j cc j; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1732 | Page 63 |
10154 | as a man that dwels not, but so journeth for a little time in a house, he removes by little and little, till at last he is quite gone; | as a man that dwells not, but so journeth for a little time in a house, he removes by little and little, till At last he is quite gone; | c-acp dt n1 cst vvz xx, cc-acp av vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp j cc j, c-acp p-acp ord pns31 vbz av vvn; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10155 | as ponds filled with rain water, which comes upon them; | as ponds filled with rain water, which comes upon them; | c-acp n2 vvn p-acp n1 n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pno32; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10156 | not spring water that riseth up within them, it dries up by little and little until quite dry; | not spring water that Riseth up within them, it dries up by little and little until quite dry; | xx n1 n1 cst vvz a-acp p-acp pno32, pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp j cc av-j c-acp av j; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10157 | as it is with light, after the Sun is declining and setting, it decreaseth by little and little, | as it is with Light, After the Sun is declining and setting, it decreaseth by little and little, | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz vvg cc vvg, pn31 vvz p-acp j cc j, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10158 | until it be turned into darkness; so it is here; | until it be turned into darkness; so it is Here; | c-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp n1; av pn31 vbz av; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10159 | and as it was in the Cherubims, where the glory of God was, and the Lord departed by little and little; | and as it was in the Cherubims, where the glory of God was, and the Lord departed by little and little; | cc c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp j cc j; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10160 | as in Saul, first he neglects the command of the Lord in one thing, then in another, | as in Saul, First he neglects the command of the Lord in one thing, then in Another, | c-acp p-acp np1, ord pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp crd n1, av p-acp j-jn, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10161 | then the Spirit of God departed, and 〈 ◊ 〉 vil spirit of sadness came upon him; | then the Spirit of God departed, and 〈 ◊ 〉 vil Spirit of sadness Come upon him; | cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd, cc 〈 sy 〉 fw-ge n1 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp pno31; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10162 | and then he threa•ens David, then kills the Priests of the Lord, then goes to a Witch, and at last kills himself; | and then he threa•ens David, then kills the Priests of the Lord, then Goes to a Witch, and At last kills himself; | cc av pns31 vvz np1, av vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av vvz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp ord vvz px31; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 63 |
10223 | neither trust your selves too much; Ioh. 8. 31. Then are ye my disciples if you continue; | neither trust your selves too much; John 8. 31. Then Are you my Disciples if you continue; | av-dx vvb po22 n2 av av-d; np1 crd crd av vbr pn22 po11 n2 cs pn22 vvb; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 66 |
10165 | when did it wither? when it came to its height; as flowers that come to wither when they are come to their height of growth; | when did it wither? when it Come to its height; as flowers that come to wither when they Are come to their height of growth; | q-crq vdd pn31 vvi? c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp po31 n1; c-acp n2 cst vvb pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 64 |
10166 | and hence also men when they have most, and best means, and affect, and love them, | and hence also men when they have most, and best means, and affect, and love them, | cc av av n2 c-crq pns32 vhb ds, cc js n2, cc vvi, cc vvb pno32, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 64 |
10167 | yet then they dye and wither. And it decays by Four means. SECT. II. First THrough want of daily nourishment and supply from the Lord Jesus; | yet then they die and wither. And it decays by Four means. SECT. II First THrough want of daily nourishment and supply from the Lord jesus; | av av pns32 vvb cc vvi. cc pn31 vvz p-acp crd n2. n1. crd np1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1733 | Page 64 |
10168 | for look as it is with many bodies, suppose they have life, yet if there be not daily nourishment for it, | for look as it is with many bodies, suppose they have life, yet if there be not daily nourishment for it, | p-acp vvb c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n2, vvb pns32 vhb n1, av cs pc-acp vbb xx j n1 p-acp pn31, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1734 | Page 64 |
10169 | and wholsom also, it will dye ere long, and consume; so it is here, there is a kinde of life which hypocrites have from Christ, | and wholesome also, it will die ere long, and consume; so it is Here, there is a kind of life which Hypocrites have from christ, | cc j av, pn31 vmb vvi c-acp av-j, cc vvi; av pn31 vbz av, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq n2 vhb p-acp np1, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1734 | Page 64 |
10170 | and it may be fed, and so they live for a time; | and it may be fed, and so they live for a time; | cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cc av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1734 | Page 64 |
10171 | but this the Lord ever doth for them, they are not always fed, and hence die, | but this the Lord ever does for them, they Are not always fed, and hence die, | cc-acp d dt n1 av vdz p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr xx av vvn, cc av vvb, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1734 | Page 64 |
10172 | as it is Iohn 6. some were quickened to follow after Christ in the wilderness for loaves, some for better ends (as his Disciples) but the Lord knew their want, labor not for them at that perisheth, | as it is John 6. Some were quickened to follow After christ in the Wilderness for loaves, Some for better ends (as his Disciples) but the Lord knew their want, labour not for them At that Perishes, | c-acp pn31 vbz np1 crd d vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, d p-acp jc n2 (c-acp po31 n2) p-acp dt n1 vvd po32 n1, vvb xx p-acp pno32 p-acp cst vvz, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1734 | Page 64 |
10173 | but for that which gives everlasting life, which Christ will give you; | but for that which gives everlasting life, which christ will give you; | cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vvz j n1, r-crq np1 vmb vvi pn22; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1734 | Page 64 |
10174 | and hence the whole Chapter is spent upon this, to feed upon himself, whence the best were offended: | and hence the Whole Chapter is spent upon this, to feed upon himself, whence the best were offended: | cc av dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, c-crq dt js vbdr vvn: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1734 | Page 64 |
10175 | Let a man partake of all Ordinances, Priviledges he shall finde nothing else but decay unless the Lord be in them all to give daily nourishment, Ephes. 4. 16. daily, I mean, | Let a man partake of all Ordinances, Privileges he shall find nothing Else but decay unless the Lord be in them all to give daily nourishment, Ephesians 4. 16. daily, I mean, | vvb dt n1 vvb pp-f d n2, n2 pns31 vmb vvi pix av cc-acp vvi cs dt n1 vbb p-acp pno32 d pc-acp vvi j n1, np1 crd crd j, pns11 vvb, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1734 | Page 64 |
10176 | as there is decrease of that taste they have had of the Lord. Secondly, Through the emptiness of a form; | as there is decrease of that taste they have had of the Lord. Secondly, Through the emptiness of a from; | c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f d n1 pns32 vhb vhn pp-f dt n1. ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1734 | Page 64 |
10177 | for when the Spirit of God dwells not, but only comes upon a man, it is not long but it corrupts into a form ever after; | for when the Spirit of God dwells not, but only comes upon a man, it is not long but it corrupts into a from ever After; | p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx, cc-acp av-j vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz xx av-j p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 av a-acp; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10178 | a man at first knows many truths, and at first is affected with them, he doth not presently forget them, | a man At First knows many truths, and At First is affected with them, he does not presently forget them, | dt n1 p-acp ord vvz d n2, cc p-acp ord vbz vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10179 | or shut his eyes against them, but after he hath known them a little while, at last the sweetness of that knowledge is lost; | or shut his eyes against them, but After he hath known them a little while, At last the sweetness of that knowledge is lost; | cc vvd po31 n2 p-acp pno32, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32 dt j n1, p-acp ord dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10180 | and so he hath a form of knowledge, like lessons which a man hath been much affected with, | and so he hath a from of knowledge, like Lessons which a man hath been much affected with, | cc av pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j n2 r-crq dt n1 vhz vbn av-d vvn p-acp, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10181 | but having plaied or heard them oft, he hears and knows them, but is not affected with them, Ezek. 33. ult. So at first a man doth many duties with delight; | but having played or herd them oft, he hears and knows them, but is not affected with them, Ezekiel 33. ult. So At First a man does many duties with delight; | cc-acp vhg vvn cc vvd pno32 av, pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32, cc-acp vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32, np1 crd n1. av p-acp ord dt n1 vdz d n2 p-acp n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10182 | stay a while, and he keeps the duty, but the delight is gone in it, and so hath an empty form; | stay a while, and he keeps the duty, but the delight is gone in it, and so hath an empty from; | vvb dt n1, cc pns31 vvz dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, cc av vhz dt j n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10183 | now where the power of godliness and the eternal life of Christ is not, it degenerates firstly usually into this form, | now where the power of godliness and the Eternal life of christ is not, it Degenerates firstly usually into this from, | av c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx, pn31 vvz av-j av-j p-acp d n1, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10184 | and this is all that is left; | and this is all that is left; | cc d vbz d cst vbz vvn; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10185 | and the form being empty, hence first, A man comes to loath the truth, and profession of the ways of God which once he loved, | and the from being empty, hence First, A man comes to loath the truth, and profession of the ways of God which once he loved, | cc dt n1 vbg j, av ord, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 r-crq a-acp pns31 vvd, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10186 | and so in time to fall and decay without as well as within; | and so in time to fallen and decay without as well as within; | cc av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp a-acp av c-acp a-acp; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10187 | as drink or milk at first are sweet, but stay a while and (the spirits not preserving themselves) then it grows dead, | as drink or milk At First Are sweet, but stay a while and (the spirits not preserving themselves) then it grows dead, | c-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp ord vbr j, cc-acp vvb dt n1 cc (dt n2 xx vvg px32) cs pn31 vvz j, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10188 | and sowre, and sapless, and so it is here. | and sour, and sapless, and so it is Here. | cc j, cc j, cc av pn31 vbz av. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10189 | Capernaumites at first be affected, then they fall to a form, then hard to be wrought upon, their hearts fat under all means; | Capernaumites At First be affected, then they fallen to a from, then hard to be wrought upon, their hearts fat under all means; | vvz p-acp ord vbi vvn, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, po32 n2 j p-acp d n2; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10190 | if thy light be darkness, how great is that darkness ! Thirdly, Through the power of lust; | if thy Light be darkness, how great is that darkness! Thirdly, Through the power of lust; | cs po21 n1 vbi n1, c-crq j vbz d n1! ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1735 | Page 64 |
10191 | for where the Lord dwells not, there sin reigns, and it will get head where it hath had any affront, | for where the Lord dwells not, there sin reigns, and it will get head where it hath had any affront, | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz xx, pc-acp vvi n2, cc pn31 vmb vvi n1 c-crq pn31 vhz vhn d n1, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1736 | Page 64 |
10192 | and so choak the power of all means, and hence a man withers, as in the thorny ground, it grew up and choaked the word. | and so choke the power of all means, and hence a man withers, as in the thorny ground, it grew up and choked the word. | cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc av dt n1 vvz, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vvd a-acp cc vvn dt n1. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1736 | Page 64 |
10193 | Fourthly, Through the fitness of external temptation, which must and will prevail, when the Lord is not within to keep the Palace; | Fourthly, Through the fitness of external temptation, which must and will prevail, when the Lord is not within to keep the Palace; | ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq vmb cc vmb vvi, c-crq dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1737 | Page 64 |
10194 | it is stronger than all common graces in the world, and will draw away the heart and life, Rev. 3. 10. there is an hour of temptation which tries men, which will discover men indeed; | it is Stronger than all Common graces in the world, and will draw away the heart and life, Rev. 3. 10. there is an hour of temptation which tries men, which will discover men indeed; | pn31 vbz jc cs d j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vmb vvi av dt n1 cc n1, n1 crd crd a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz n2, r-crq vmb vvi n2 av; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1737 | Page 64 |
10195 | now those temptations are ever suitable to places and persons. SECT. III. | now those temptations Are ever suitable to places and Persons. SECT. III. | av d n2 vbr av j p-acp n2 cc n2. n1. np1. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1737 | Page 64 |
10196 | First, SOmetime the temptation is extream want, as it was with the Israel••es, when they were under the oppressions of Pharoah; Oh to sacrifice to the Lord in a wilderness, | First, SOmetime the temptation is extreme want, as it was with the Israel••es, when they were under the oppressions of Pharaoh; O to sacrifice to the Lord in a Wilderness, | ord, av dt n1 vbz j-jn n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; uh pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1738 | Page 65 |
10197 | and to enjoy the land of Canaan, where they should have Ordinances, Oh they are much taken with this! | and to enjoy the land of Canaan, where they should have Ordinances, O they Are much taken with this! | cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vmd vhi n2, uh pns32 vbr av-d vvn p-acp d! | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1738 | Page 65 |
10198 | and many prayers and groans to be delivered out of their oppressions; but when they came to the wilderness, and there did want bread, and then water, now they murmur; | and many Prayers and groans to be Delivered out of their oppressions; but when they Come to the Wilderness, and there did want bred, and then water, now they murmur; | cc d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f po32 n2; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc a-acp vdd vvi n1, cc av n1, av pns32 vvb; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1738 | Page 65 |
10199 | which murmuring God remembers, and casts them off for: | which murmuring God remembers, and Cast them off for: | r-crq vvg np1 vvz, cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1738 | Page 65 |
10200 | Had they not Moses, and the cloud, and God's promise, and experience, why did they complain? Oh to bear want, they could not! | Had they not Moses, and the cloud, and God's promise, and experience, why did they complain? O to bear want, they could not! | vhd pns32 xx np1, cc dt n1, cc npg1 n1, cc n1, q-crq vdd pns32 vvi? uh p-acp vvi n1, pns32 vmd xx! | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1738 | Page 65 |
10201 | extream want is like extream sickness, it makes all sweet things bitter; some wants men can bear, but not extremity; | extreme want is like extreme sickness, it makes all sweet things bitter; Some Wants men can bear, but not extremity; | j-jn n1 vbz av-j j-jn n1, pn31 vvz d j n2 j; d vvz n2 vmb vvi, cc-acp xx n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1738 | Page 65 |
10202 | this saddle doth pinch so hard; so the young man, forsake all for me, saith Christ, but he could not; | this saddle does pinch so hard; so the young man, forsake all for me, Says christ, but he could not; | d n1 vdz vvi av av-j; av dt j n1, vvb d p-acp pno11, vvz np1, cc-acp pns31 vmd xx; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1738 | Page 65 |
10203 | God and Creatures are enough, but not God alone; | God and Creatures Are enough, but not God alone; | np1 cc n2 vbr av-d, cc-acp xx np1 j; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1738 | Page 65 |
10204 | so it is with many a man, he can be content to lose something, but when brought very low, cares and fears grow up and choak all. | so it is with many a man, he can be content to loose something, but when brought very low, Cares and fears grow up and choke all. | av pn31 vbz p-acp d dt n1, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pi, cc-acp c-crq vvd av av-j, n2 cc n2 vvb a-acp cc vvi d. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1738 | Page 65 |
10205 | Secondly, Sometimes the want of spiritual supply; a man looked for much from the Ordinances, and finds it not; | Secondly, Sometime the want of spiritual supply; a man looked for much from the Ordinances, and finds it not; | ord, av dt n1 pp-f j n1; dt n1 vvd p-acp d p-acp dt n2, cc vvz pn31 xx; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1739 | Page 65 |
10206 | not because the Lords heart is streitned, but because theirs are not enlarged; and hence they have enough of God, and all his Ordinances; | not Because the lords heart is straightened, but Because theirs Are not enlarged; and hence they have enough of God, and all his Ordinances; | xx p-acp dt n2 n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp c-acp png32 vbr xx vvn; cc av pns32 vhb av-d pp-f np1, cc d po31 n2; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1739 | Page 65 |
10207 | they have had the heart of them, and now let them lie fallow, Zach. 11. my soul loathed them, and theirs me. | they have had the heart of them, and now let them lie fallow, Zach 11. my soul loathed them, and theirs me. | pns32 vhb vhn dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc av vvb pno32 vvi j, np1 crd po11 n1 vvd pno32, cc png32 pno11. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1739 | Page 65 |
10208 | Thirdly, sometimes abundance of outward blessings, peace, liberty, plenty here; | Thirdly, sometime abundance of outward blessings, peace, liberty, plenty Here; | ord, av n1 pp-f j n2, n1, n1, n1 av; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1740 | Page 65 |
10209 | now these things, like ground in Summer, 'tis strange to see what lusty weeds now there be, that did appear dead in time of winter, D•ut. 8. 11. Oh then take heed thou forget not the Lord thy God; | now these things, like ground in Summer, it's strange to see what lusty weeds now there be, that did appear dead in time of winter, D•ut. 8. 11. O then take heed thou forget not the Lord thy God; | av d n2, j n1 p-acp n1, pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq j n2 av pc-acp vbi, cst vdd vvi j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av. crd crd uh av vvb n1 pns21 vvb xx dt n1 po21 n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1740 | Page 65 |
10210 | now proud and secure, and forsake all. Fourthly, Sometimes persecutions from men: if hot and total ruine be threatned, this scares from God. | now proud and secure, and forsake all. Fourthly, Sometime persecutions from men: if hight and total ruin be threatened, this scares from God. | av j cc j, cc vvi d. ord, av n2 p-acp n2: cs j cc j n1 vbi vvn, d n2 p-acp np1. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1740 | Page 65 |
10211 | Fifthly, Sometimes corrupt Teachers and delusions among them. Sixthly, Increase of iniquity in good and bad, in the place where men live; hence love waxeth cold: All which are Matth. 24. I will name no more, but thus mens common grace comes to wither, and dye in them; and the Reasons are these. SECT. IV. HEnce do not trust men too far, nor boast of any man too much, especially |
Fifthly, Sometime corrupt Teachers and delusions among them. Sixthly, Increase of iniquity in good and bad, in the place where men live; hence love Waxes cold: All which Are Matthew 24. I will name no more, but thus men's Common grace comes to wither, and die in them; and the Reasons Are these. SECT. IV. HEnce do not trust men too Far, nor boast of any man too much, especially in regard of his glorious profession and affections At the First; | ord, av j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32. j, n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j cc j, p-acp dt n1 c-crq n2 vvb; av n1 vvz j-jn: d r-crq vbr np1 crd pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, cc-acp av ng2 j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp pno32; cc dt n2 vbr d. n1. np1 av vdb xx vvi n2 av av-j, ccx n1 pp-f d n1 av av-d, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n2 p-acp dt ord; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1742 | Page 65 |
10212 | God sends divers of his faithful servants to a place, and many at first hearing are wrought upon, battered down, convinced, mourning after peace, going to Ministers, delight in Ordinances; | God sends diverse of his faithful Servants to a place, and many At First hearing Are wrought upon, battered down, convinced, mourning After peace, going to Ministers, delight in Ordinances; | np1 vvz j pp-f po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc d p-acp ord vvg vbr vvn p-acp, vvn a-acp, vvd, vvg p-acp n1, vvg p-acp n2, vvb p-acp n2; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 65 |
10213 | now many Ministers bless God for their conversion, and many a Christian is put out of doubt of it, parents of their children, | now many Ministers bless God for their conversion, and many a Christian is put out of doubt of it, Parents of their children, | av d n2 vvb np1 p-acp po32 n1, cc d dt njp vbz vvn av pp-f n1 pp-f pn31, n2 pp-f po32 n2, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 65 |
10214 | and children of their parents, one brother of another, and one Christian neighbor of another; whom he got out once to hear, and once hearing overcame; | and children of their Parents, one brother of Another, and one Christian neighbour of Another; whom he god out once to hear, and once hearing overcame; | cc n2 pp-f po32 n2, crd n1 pp-f n-jn, cc crd np1 n1 pp-f j-jn; ro-crq pns31 vvd av a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc a-acp vvg vvd; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 65 |
10215 | and for a time there is no other: | and for a time there is no other: | cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbz dx n-jn: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 65 |
10216 | Oh take heed of boasting too much, it may be they may and will fall (before they have lived many years) down, when at their height: | O take heed of boasting too much, it may be they may and will fallen (before they have lived many Years) down, when At their height: | uh vvb n1 pp-f vvg av av-d, pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vmb cc vmb vvi (c-acp pns32 vhb vvn d n2) a-acp, c-crq p-acp po32 n1: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 65 |
10217 | what man was ever sought unto more than Iohn? all Iudea came unto him, yet at last they forsake him, rejoyced but a season in that light; | what man was ever sought unto more than John? all Iudea Come unto him, yet At last they forsake him, rejoiced but a season in that Light; | r-crq n1 vbds av vvn p-acp dc cs np1? d np1 vvd p-acp pno31, av p-acp ord pns32 vvb pno31, vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 65 |
10218 | they went also from him to Christ, Ioh. 7. 26, 32. yet Iohn complains, none received his testimony; | they went also from him to christ, John 7. 26, 32. yet John complains, none received his testimony; | pns32 vvd av p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd av np1 vvz, pix vvn po31 n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 66 |
10219 | Christ himself preached in Capernaum, and 〈 … 〉 exalting a man, they boasted in him; | christ himself preached in Capernaum, and 〈 … 〉 exalting a man, they boasted in him; | np1 px31 vvd p-acp np1, cc 〈 … 〉 j-vvg dt n1, pns32 vvd p-acp pno31; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 66 |
10220 | yet onely a few Babes which the Lord wrought upon; | yet only a few Babes which the Lord wrought upon; | av av-j dt d n2 r-crq dt n1 vvn p-acp; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 66 |
10221 | the Galathians would lose their eyes for Paul, yet a•terward they flight him, and join with false teachers against him: | the Galatians would loose their eyes for Paul, yet a•terward they flight him, and join with false Teachers against him: | dt np2 vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp np1, av av pns32 n1 pno31, cc vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp pno31: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 66 |
10222 | Oh therefore pray for them, and weep for them, but do not trust them too far; | O Therefore pray for them, and weep for them, but do not trust them too Far; | uh av vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp vdb xx vvi pno32 av av-j; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 66 |
10224 | Demas forsakes Paul, all in Asia forsake me. SECT. V. HEnce be not offended if we see many apostatize, and fall from their most |
Demas forsakes Paul, all in Asia forsake me. SECT. V. HEnce be not offended if we see many apostatise, and fallen from their most eminent profession; | np1 vvz np1, d p-acp np1 vvb pno11. n1. n1 av vbb xx vvn cs pns12 vvb d vvi, cc vvi p-acp po32 av-ds j n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1745 | Page 66 |
10225 | the Lord hath here foretold that after some profession their lamps will go out; | the Lord hath Here foretold that After Some profession their lamps will go out; | dt n1 vhz av vvn cst p-acp d n1 po32 n2 vmb vvi av; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1746 | Page 66 |
10226 | we do not wonder if ponds full in winter are dry in summer, because it is the time and season of it, | we do not wonder if ponds full in winter Are dry in summer, Because it is the time and season of it, | pns12 vdb xx vvi cs n2 av-j p-acp n1 vbr j p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1746 | Page 66 |
10227 | and they want springs to feed them; | and they want springs to feed them; | cc pns32 vvb n2 pc-acp vvi pno32; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1746 | Page 66 |
10228 | and never was there any time since the world began that there were such Apostacies as now. | and never was there any time since the world began that there were such Apostasies as now. | cc av-x vbds a-acp d n1 c-acp dt n1 vvd cst pc-acp vbdr d n2 c-acp av. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1746 | Page 66 |
10229 | First, One man after much profession intends to follow the Lord, conscience is troubled at humane inventions; | First, One man After much profession intends to follow the Lord, conscience is troubled At humane Inventions; | ord, crd n1 p-acp d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1747 | Page 66 |
10230 | Oh, saith he, if delivered, well enough, though I lose never so much! well, he lays out all, and is delivered; | O, Says he, if Delivered, well enough, though I loose never so much! well, he lays out all, and is Delivered; | uh, vvz pns31, cs vvn, av av-d, cs pns11 vvb av-x av av-d! uh-av, pns31 vvz av d, cc vbz vvn; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1747 | Page 66 |
10231 | but that which quiets conscience, doth not quiet his heart and affections; | but that which quiets conscience, does not quiet his heart and affections; | cc-acp cst r-crq vvz n1, vdz xx vvi po31 n1 cc n2; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1747 | Page 66 |
10232 | but his very loss for conscience makes his lusts and desires after other things break out more eagerly, | but his very loss for conscience makes his Lustiest and Desires After other things break out more eagerly, | cc-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1 vvz po31 n2 cc vvz p-acp j-jn n2 vvb av av-dc av-j, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1747 | Page 66 |
10233 | and men cannot now live upon Gospel only, with bread and water; no, no, you are deceived; | and men cannot now live upon Gospel only, with bred and water; no, no, you Are deceived; | cc n2 vmbx av vvi p-acp n1 av-j, p-acp n1 cc n1; uh-dx, uh-dx, pn22 vbr vvn; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1747 | Page 66 |
10234 | as it is with sick men, they let go all their estate for recovery; but when recovered, they must get up their estate again, this will not satisfie: And thus some fall spiritually. | as it is with sick men, they let go all their estate for recovery; but when recovered, they must get up their estate again, this will not satisfy: And thus Some fallen spiritually. | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j n2, pns32 vvb vvi d po32 n1 p-acp n1; cc-acp c-crq vvn, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp po32 n1 av, d vmb xx vvi: cc av d n1 av-j. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1747 | Page 66 |
10235 | Secondly, Others they sought for much in Ordinances, but finding not what they looked for, Ordinances are but as pictures fair a far off; | Secondly, Others they sought for much in Ordinances, but finding not what they looked for, Ordinances Are but as pictures fair a Far off; | ord, n2-jn pns32 vvd p-acp d p-acp n2, cc-acp vvg xx r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp, n2 vbr p-acp c-acp n2 j dt av-j a-acp; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1748 | Page 66 |
10236 | but when men come near them, Word, and Fellowship, and people of God, then they despise them, | but when men come near them, Word, and Fellowship, and people of God, then they despise them, | cc-acp c-crq n2 vvb av-j pno32, n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, cs pns32 vvb pno32, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1748 | Page 66 |
10237 | because they find not a living God there. Thirdly, While God keeps men under sad temptations, wants and afflictions; | Because they find not a living God there. Thirdly, While God keeps men under sad temptations, Wants and afflictions; | c-acp pns32 vvb xx dt j-vvg np1 a-acp. ord, cs np1 vvz n2 p-acp j n2, n2 cc n2; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1748 | Page 66 |
10238 | Oh then they are humble, and pray; | O then they Are humble, and pray; | uh av pns32 vbr j, cc vvb; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1749 | Page 66 |
10239 | but when blest with ease, and peace, and plenty, and honor, then how lofty and secure? this is better than the Lord: | but when blessed with ease, and peace, and plenty, and honour, then how lofty and secure? this is better than the Lord: | cc-acp c-crq vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, av c-crq j cc j? d vbz jc cs dt n1: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1749 | Page 66 |
10240 | Never such a decay of the spirit of prayer; | Never such a decay of the Spirit of prayer; | av-x d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1749 | Page 66 |
10241 | never was there such a conconfusion in the world, such burning of Cities, slaying of men, rents of Churches, God minding to stain the pride of all glory; and yet never such hearts. | never was there such a conconfusion in the world, such burning of Cities, slaying of men, rends of Churches, God minding to stain the pride of all glory; and yet never such hearts. | av-x vbds a-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, d vvg pp-f n2, vvg pp-f n2, n2 pp-f n2, np1 vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1; cc av av-x d n2. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1749 | Page 66 |
10242 | Object. But to stand so long, and yet to fall, seems strange? Answ. If soon it is a wonder, but if long it is no wonder; | Object. But to stand so long, and yet to fallen, seems strange? Answer If soon it is a wonder, but if long it is no wonder; | n1. p-acp pc-acp vvi av av-j, cc av pc-acp vvi, vvz j? np1 cs av pn31 vbz dt n1, cc-acp cs av-j pn31 vbz dx n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1750 | Page 66 |
10243 | if once past growing, you do not wonder if an oak be now decaying. | if once passed growing, you do not wonder if an oak be now decaying. | cs a-acp p-acp vvg, pn22 vdb xx vvi cs dt n1 vbb av vvg. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1751 | Page 66 |
10244 | Obj. But they keep their profession still, only in one thing vile, the error is only in their minds; | Object But they keep their profession still, only in one thing vile, the error is only in their minds; | np1 p-acp pns32 vvb po32 n1 av, av-j p-acp crd n1 j, dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp po32 n2; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1752 | Page 66 |
10245 | a spirit of discention from the people of God. | a Spirit of dissension from the people of God. | dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1752 | Page 66 |
10246 | Ans. Scarce shall you see one man in a hundred that is vile in every thing, that falls totally; | Ans. Scarce shall you see one man in a hundred that is vile in every thing, that falls totally; | np1 av-j vmb pn22 vvi crd n1 p-acp dt crd cst vbz j p-acp d n1, cst vvz av-j; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1753 | Page 66 |
10247 | the foolish Virgins did not so, yet their oyl was spent, and their lamps going out; | the foolish Virgins did not so, yet their oil was spent, and their lamps going out; | dt j n2 vdd xx av, av po32 n1 vbds vvn, cc po32 n2 vvg av; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1753 | Page 66 |
10248 | there was a man that was slain suddenly, and his blood in his face was fresh, his beauty glorious, | there was a man that was slave suddenly, and his blood in his face was fresh, his beauty glorious, | pc-acp vbds dt n1 cst vbds vvn av-j, cc po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbds j, po31 n1 j, | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1753 | Page 66 |
10249 | and many weeks continued without putrefaction, yet life within was gone; so 'tis the condition of many a man by one wound or sin: | and many weeks continued without putrefaction, yet life within was gone; so it's the condition of many a man by one wound or since: | cc d n2 vvn p-acp n1, av n1 a-acp vbds vvn; av pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp crd n1 cc n1: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1753 | Page 66 |
10250 | And hence a Physitian at Wittenb•rg writes of the cause of it; be not therefore offended at them, but wonder at the Lord that he keeps thee; | And hence a physician At Wittenb•rg writes of the cause of it; be not Therefore offended At them, but wonder At the Lord that he keeps thee; | cc av dt n1 p-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31; vbb xx av vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz pno21; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1753 | Page 66 |
10251 | I know there are decaying Saints, but they recover again here. SECT. VI. OH therefore labor for the grace that may last, |
I know there Are decaying Saints, but they recover again Here. SECT. VI. O Therefore labour for the grace that may last, the bred that may last to everlasting life; | pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr vvg n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb av av. n1. crd. uh av n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi, dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp j n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1753 | Page 66 |
10252 | in all bargains and buildings men will have a special eye to that which will last; | in all bargains and buildings men will have a special eye to that which will last; | p-acp d n2 cc n2 n2 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq vmb ord; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1754 | Page 67 |
10253 | if it be rotten, let whosoever will take it; and be sure it is so; for when God doth fully awaken you, you will see it is not right; | if it be rotten, let whosoever will take it; and be sure it is so; for when God does Fully awaken you, you will see it is not right; | cs pn31 vbb vvn, vvb r-crq vmb vvi pn31; cc vbb j pn31 vbz av; p-acp c-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi pn22, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbz xx j-jn; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1754 | Page 67 |
10254 | the foolish Virgins they though they were we•l before; but now after some time, and awakened, they see it will not hold nor continue. | the foolish Virgins they though they were we•l before; but now After Some time, and awakened, they see it will not hold nor continue. | dt j n2 pns32 cs pns32 vbdr av a-acp; cc-acp av c-acp d n1, cc vvn, pns32 vvb pn31 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1754 | Page 67 |
10255 | For the Lords sake be suspitious here; fear lest a promise being left, any fall short of it; | For the lords sake be suspicious Here; Fear lest a promise being left, any fallen short of it; | p-acp dt n2 n1 vbb j av; vvb cs dt n1 vbg vvn, d n1 j pp-f pn31; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1754 | Page 67 |
10256 | other things will not last, neither Creatures, nor the Lord to do you good, unless you have everlasting grace. | other things will not last, neither Creatures, nor the Lord to do you good, unless you have everlasting grace. | j-jn n2 vmb xx vvi, dx n2, ccx dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn22 j, cs pn22 vhb j n1. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1754 | Page 67 |
10257 | It is a time the Lord is stripping the world of all ornaments, your Wives, Children, Churches; | It is a time the Lord is stripping the world of all Ornament, your Wives, Children, Churches; | pn31 vbz dt n1 dt n1 vbz vvg dt n1 pp-f d n2, po22 n2, n2, n2; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1754 | Page 67 |
10258 | God will take your Husbands, Parents, Members, Ministers from you; yet if a heart to close with the Lord, Oh this is right. Quest. How? | God will take your Husbands, Parents, Members, Ministers from you; yet if a heart to close with the Lord, O this is right. Quest. How? | np1 vmb vvi po22 n2, n2, n2, n2 p-acp pn22; av cs dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, uh d vbz j-jn. n1. q-crq? | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1754 | Page 67 |
10259 | Answ. 1. Take heed of any affection, without first subduing the contrary lust; for if you mingle them, the one will choak the other; | Answer 1. Take heed of any affection, without First subduing the contrary lust; for if you mingle them, the one will choke the other; | np1 crd vvb n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp ord j-vvg dt j-jn n1; c-acp cs pn22 vvb pno32, dt pi vmb vvi dt j-jn; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1756 | Page 67 |
10260 | this is sowing among thorns, Ier. 4. 3, 4. 2. Maintain it upon an everlasting root; | this is sowing among thorns, Jeremiah 4. 3, 4. 2. Maintain it upon an everlasting root; | d vbz vvg p-acp n2, np1 crd crd, crd crd vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1756 | Page 67 |
10261 | if the Lord gives you grace, and you set it in your own garden, it will dye; | if the Lord gives you grace, and you Set it in your own garden, it will die; | cs dt n1 vvz pn22 n1, cc pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp po22 d n1, pn31 vmb vvi; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1757 | Page 67 |
10262 | no, let it receive life from the promise, that unchangeable love, and grace, and faithfulness; | no, let it receive life from the promise, that unchangeable love, and grace, and faithfulness; | uh-dx, vvb pn31 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, d j-u n1, cc n1, cc n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1757 | Page 67 |
10263 | say, if that supports not I fall, 1 Sam. 23. 5. Isa. 46. from gray hairs, I will carry thee; | say, if that supports not I fallen, 1 Sam. 23. 5. Isaiah 46. from grey hairs, I will carry thee; | vvb, cs d vvz xx pns11 vvi, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd p-acp j-jn n2, pns11 vmb vvi pno21; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1757 | Page 67 |
10264 | Psa. 23. 2, 3. the Lord leads to waters, he feeds: But I decay? yet he restores my soul: | Psa. 23. 2, 3. the Lord leads to waters, he feeds: But I decay? yet he restores my soul: | np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz p-acp n2, pns31 vvz: cc-acp pns11 vvi? av pns31 vvz po11 n1: | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1757 | Page 67 |
10265 | Oh but he afflicts much? yet his rod and staff comfort me; I shall dwell in the house of God for ever. | O but he afflicts much? yet his rod and staff Comfort me; I shall dwell in the house of God for ever. | uh cc-acp pns31 vvz d? av po31 n1 cc n1 vvb pno11; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp av. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1757 | Page 67 |
10266 | Be more empty as the Lord fills you. But oh the sin of this world; | Be more empty as the Lord fills you. But o the since of this world; | vbb av-dc j c-acp dt n1 vvz pn22. p-acp uh dt n1 pp-f d n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1757 | Page 67 |
10267 | all the creatures in the world cannot content, but grace doth, and hence men regard not the Lord; | all the creatures in the world cannot content, but grace does, and hence men regard not the Lord; | d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi, cc-acp n1 vdz, cc av n2 vvb xx dt n1; | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1757 | Page 67 |
10268 | and hence you perish, and your grace shall perish also. | and hence you perish, and your grace shall perish also. | cc av pn22 vvb, cc po22 n1 vmb vvi av. | (37) chapter (DIV2) | 1757 | Page 67 |
10269 | CHAP. XI. Unregenerate persons may have a sence of their want of Grace. SECT. I. Our Lamps are out. | CHAP. XI. Unregenerate Persons may have a sense of their want of Grace. SECT. I. Our Lamps Are out. | np1 crd. j n2 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 pp-f n1. n1. np1 po12 n2 vbr av. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1757 | Page 67 |
10270 | THat foolish Virgins, or unregenerate persons may see and so complain |
THat foolish Virgins, or unregenerate Persons may see and so complain of an utter want of all Saving grace. | cst j n2, cc j n2 vmb vvi cc av vvb pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d j-vvg n1. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1758 | Page 67 |
10271 | Look but upon this pattern, they thought they were rich; and had something, but now they see they have nothing; | Look but upon this pattern, they Thought they were rich; and had something, but now they see they have nothing; | vvi p-acp p-acp d n1, pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr j; cc vhd pi, cc-acp av pns32 vvb pns32 vhb pix; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1759 | Page 67 |
10272 | and hence when they search their lives, our lamps are o•t; | and hence when they search their lives, our lamps Are o•t; | cc av c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n2, po12 n2 vbr vvn; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1759 | Page 67 |
10273 | when they search their hearts, is there any Grace, or Spirit of Christ, or Christ by his Spirit there? no, our oyl is spent, | when they search their hearts, is there any Grace, or Spirit of christ, or christ by his Spirit there? no, our oil is spent, | c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n2, vbz pc-acp d n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, cc np1 p-acp po31 n1 a-acp? uh-dx, po12 n1 vbz vvn, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1759 | Page 67 |
10274 | and hence give us of your oyl; they saw nothing now. | and hence give us of your oil; they saw nothing now. | cc av vvb pno12 pp-f po22 n1; pns32 vvd pix av. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1759 | Page 67 |
10275 | The same persons that are sometimes so puft up, that they think they are rich and stand in need of nothing, may be basely dejected, | The same Persons that Are sometime so puffed up, that they think they Are rich and stand in need of nothing, may be basely dejected, | dt d n2 cst vbr av av vvn a-acp, cst pns32 vvb pns32 vbr j cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f pix, vmb vbi av-j vvn, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1759 | Page 68 |
10276 | and so feel a want of all things. Quest. How may this appear? Answ. First, Because this is no more than what the Devils have; | and so feel a want of all things. Quest. How may this appear? Answer First, Because this is no more than what the Devils have; | cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2. n1. q-crq vmb d vvi? np1 ord, c-acp d vbz dx dc cs r-crq dt n2 vhb; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1759 | Page 68 |
10277 | if this be Sanctification, to see, I have no Sanctification; if this be Humility, to see, I have no humility; | if this be Sanctification, to see, I have no Sanctification; if this be Humility, to see, I have no humility; | cs d vbb n1, pc-acp vvi, pns11 vhb dx n1; cs d vbb n1, pc-acp vvi, pns11 vhb dx n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1761 | Page 68 |
10278 | if this be cleanness, to see, I have nothing but uncleanness; the Devils then are sanctified and cleansed; | if this be cleanness, to see, I have nothing but uncleanness; the Devils then Are sanctified and cleansed; | cs d vbb n1, pc-acp vvi, pns11 vhb pix cc-acp n1; dt n2 av vbr vvn cc vvn; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1761 | Page 68 |
10279 | who as they are unclean spirts, and accursed of God, and set apart to all evil and sin, | who as they Are unclean spirts, and accursed of God, and Set apart to all evil and since, | r-crq c-acp pns32 vbr j n2, cc j-vvn pp-f np1, cc vvd av p-acp d n-jn cc n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1761 | Page 68 |
10280 | and bound up in the chains of darkness, so they know it; | and bound up in the chains of darkness, so they know it; | cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av pns32 vvb pn31; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1761 | Page 68 |
10281 | they believe the Word, and they know they have no Christ, no Grace, no love of God, never shall see mercy, comfort, &c. and tremble at this, with whom there is nothing but a fearful looking for of Iudgement. | they believe the Word, and they know they have no christ, no Grace, no love of God, never shall see mercy, Comfort, etc. and tremble At this, with whom there is nothing but a fearful looking for of Judgement. | pns32 vvb dt n1, cc pns32 vvb pns32 vhb dx np1, dx n1, dx n1 pp-f np1, av-x vmb vvi n1, n1, av cc vvi p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz pix p-acp dt j vvg p-acp pp-f n1. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1761 | Page 68 |
10282 | Secondly, Because this is no more than what the Law may bring a man unto; For by the Law Rom. 3. 20. is the knowledge of sin; i. e. | Secondly, Because this is no more than what the Law may bring a man unto; For by the Law Rom. 3. 20. is the knowledge of since; i. e. | ord, c-acp d vbz dx dc cs r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp; p-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 crd crd vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; uh. sy. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10283 | not only of gross sins but also of secret sins; | not only of gross Sins but also of secret Sins; | xx av-j pp-f j n2 p-acp av pp-f j-jn n2; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10284 | for Conscience which is in every mans heart will discover the first, men that live under the Law see more; | for Conscience which is in every men heart will discover the First, men that live under the Law see more; | p-acp n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d ng1 n1 vmb vvi dt ord, n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 vvi av-dc; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10285 | and hence Paul speaks of himself, so far forth as under the Law, Rom. 7. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. Now that which may be wrought in a man meerly by the Law, may be wrought in a man under the Law; | and hence Paul speaks of himself, so Far forth as under the Law, Rom. 7. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. Now that which may be wrought in a man merely by the Law, may be wrought in a man under the Law; | cc av np1 vvz pp-f px31, av av-j av c-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd av cst r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10286 | a man under the Law, is under the reign of the Law, which is to convince of pollution universal, and so to curse; | a man under the Law, is under the Reign of the Law, which is to convince of pollution universal, and so to curse; | dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 j, cc av pc-acp vvi; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10308 | and hence as hypocrites consciences shall be broken open at the last day, so now also in this life, they may see their profession to be but paint; | and hence as Hypocrites Consciences shall be broken open At the last day, so now also in this life, they may see their profession to be but paint; | cc av c-acp n2 n2 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt ord n1, av av av p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp vvi; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10287 | The Law is not the ministration of life to any man, 2 Cor. 3. 7. Gal. 3. 24. and if the Law may convince of sin thus, this sight of sin and vileness is no part of eternal life; | The Law is not the ministration of life to any man, 2 Cor. 3. 7. Gal. 3. 24. and if the Law may convince of since thus, this sighed of since and vileness is no part of Eternal life; | dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc cs dt n1 vmb vvi pp-f n1 av, d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbz dx n1 pp-f j n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10288 | and therefore foolish Virgins may well come thus far; | and Therefore foolish Virgins may well come thus Far; | cc av j n2 vmb av vvi av av-j; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10289 | and this will especially be found among them where there is a searching Ministery, that there is scarce any close conveyance but the Word discovers them: | and this will especially be found among them where there is a searching Ministry, that there is scarce any close conveyance but the Word discovers them: | cc d vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp pno32 c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1, cst pc-acp vbz av-j d j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10290 | Gehazi cannot carry it so closely, not Ananias so cunningly, but Elisha and Peter will find it out; | Gehazi cannot carry it so closely, not Ananias so cunningly, but Elisha and Peter will find it out; | np1 vmbx vvi pn31 av av-j, xx np1 av av-jn, cc-acp np1 cc np1 vmb vvi pn31 av; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10291 | Heb. 4. 12. The Word is quick and powerful, and searchetls, which is but a common work; | Hebrew 4. 12. The Word is quick and powerful, and searchetls, which is but a Common work; | np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz j cc j, cc n2, r-crq vbz p-acp dt j n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10292 | and hence when Peter had told Simon Magus, Thou art in the gall of bitterness, he denieth it not, | and hence when Peter had told Simon Magus, Thou art in the Gall of bitterness, he Denieth it not, | cc av c-crq np1 vhd vvn np1 np1, pns21 vb2r p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pn31 xx, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10293 | but saith, Oh pray for me; indeed if the Word discovers the strong-holds, and high forts, | but Says, O pray for me; indeed if the Word discovers the strongholds, and high forts, | cc-acp vvz, uh vvb p-acp pno11; av cs dt n1 vvz dt j, cc j n2, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10294 | and secret lusts and imaginations, and beats them down, and so brings the Soul in subjection to Christ, | and secret Lustiest and Imaginations, and beats them down, and so brings the Soul in subjection to christ, | cc j-jn n2 cc n2, cc vvz pno32 a-acp, cc av vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10295 | and into captivity, that is it which is the power of the Gospel, and love of Christ peculiar to his peoples works; | and into captivity, that is it which is the power of the Gospel, and love of christ peculiar to his peoples works; | cc p-acp n1, cst vbz pn31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 j p-acp po31 ng1 n2; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10296 | but to let a man see he hath nothing but filth, and to be a little affected with it, this is no more than what is wrought in a deceitful hearer. | but to let a man see he hath nothing but filth, and to be a little affected with it, this is no more than what is wrought in a deceitful hearer. | cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb pns31 vhz pix p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi dt j vvn p-acp pn31, d vbz dx dc cs r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10297 | Iam. 1. 23, 24. The Law or Word lets a graceless heart (a forgetful hearer) see himself; | Iam. 1. 23, 24. The Law or Word lets a graceless heart (a forgetful hearer) see himself; | np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 cc n1 vvz dt j n1 (dt j n1) vvb px31; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10298 | and what can it truly discover to him but his vileness? this glass will discover their smallest spots; | and what can it truly discover to him but his vileness? this glass will discover their Smallest spots; | cc q-crq vmb pn31 av-j vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1? d n1 vmb vvi po32 js n2; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10299 | this Sun will let you see •otes; you know and see, and that's all. | this Sun will let you see •otes; you know and see, and that's all. | d n1 vmb vvi pn22 vvb n2; pn22 vvb cc vvi, cc d|vbz d. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1762 | Page 68 |
10300 | Thirdly, Because this is no more than the awakening of sleepy Conscience, which the worst man, | Thirdly, Because this is no more than the awakening of sleepy Conscience, which the worst man, | ord, c-acp d vbz dx dc cs dt n-vvg pp-f j n1, r-crq dt js n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10301 | and closest hypocrite may in time have; Cain 's conscience while it is secure, thinks his offering as good as his Brothers; | and closest hypocrite may in time have; Cain is conscience while it is secure, thinks his offering as good as his Brother's; | cc js n1 vmb p-acp n1 vhb; np1 vbz n1 cs pn31 vbz j, vvz po31 n1 c-acp j c-acp po31 n2; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10302 | but when awakened, now my sin is greater than I can bear; Saul goes on in persecuting David, and thinks God will help; | but when awakened, now my since is greater than I can bear; Saul Goes on in persecuting David, and thinks God will help; | cc-acp c-crq vvn, av po11 n1 vbz jc cs pns11 vmb vvi; np1 vvz a-acp p-acp vvg np1, cc vvz np1 vmb vvi; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10303 | and hence 2 Sam. 28. 5. goes to Urim, &c. but God answers him not; | and hence 2 Sam. 28. 5. Goes to Urim, etc. but God answers him not; | cc av crd np1 crd crd vvz p-acp np1, av p-acp np1 vvz pno31 xx; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10304 | now he sees his condition, and makes a doleful complaint of it, That God was departed, and no answer: This is usual; | now he sees his condition, and makes a doleful complaint of it, That God was departed, and no answer: This is usual; | av pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cst np1 vbds vvn, cc dx n1: d vbz j; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10305 | Psal. 9. 20. Put them in fear, O God, that they may know themselves to be but men, weak, sinful, vile men: | Psalm 9. 20. Put them in Fear, Oh God, that they may know themselves to be but men, weak, sinful, vile men: | np1 crd crd vvb pno32 p-acp n1, uh np1, cst pns32 vmb vvi px32 pc-acp vbi p-acp n2, j, j, j n2: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10306 | When the Lord sets up his Judgement Seat in a mans conscience, not only gross evils, | When the Lord sets up his Judgement Seat in a men conscience, not only gross evils, | c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp po31 n1 n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, xx av-j j n2-jn, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10307 | but the secrets of all hearts, all mens hypocrisies are then opened to themselves, as at last day to all the world; | but the secrets of all hearts, all men's Hypocrisies Are then opened to themselves, as At last day to all the world; | cc-acp dt n2-jn pp-f d n2, d ng2 n2 vbr av vvn p-acp px32, c-acp p-acp ord n1 p-acp d dt n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10310 | Oh who shall dwell with God? they are sometimes so confounded with the holiness of God, | O who shall dwell with God? they Are sometime so confounded with the holiness of God, | uh q-crq vmb vvi p-acp np1? pns32 vbr av av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 68 |
10311 | and the terror of God from thence against sin, that who shall dwel with God? are there any in the world that can stand before him? now all is paint, and vile before him. | and the terror of God from thence against since, that who shall dwell with God? Are there any in the world that can stand before him? now all is paint, and vile before him. | cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp av p-acp n1, cst r-crq vmb vvi p-acp np1? vbr pc-acp d p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno31? av d vbz n1, cc j p-acp pno31. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1763 | Page 69 |
10312 | Fourthly, Because Hypocrites may have experience of a great change wrought in them, which decaying and corrupting, they may sensibly finde a want of what once they had; | Fourthly, Because Hypocrites may have experience of a great change wrought in them, which decaying and corrupting, they may sensibly find a want of what once they had; | ord, c-acp n2 vmb vhi n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32, r-crq vvg cc vvg, pns32 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq a-acp pns32 vhd; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10313 | which though they thought it had been saving grace, or that which would commend them to God; | which though they Thought it had been Saving grace, or that which would commend them to God; | r-crq cs pns32 vvd pn31 vhd vbn vvg n1, cc cst r-crq vmd vvi pno32 p-acp np1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10314 | now they see they have no grace at all, hence are lest as these Virgins; | now they see they have no grace At all, hence Are lest as these Virgins; | av pns32 vvb pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d, av vbr vvn p-acp d n2; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10315 | if a man never was rich, he cannot be sensible of being a Bankrupt, a Beggar; | if a man never was rich, he cannot be sensible of being a Bankrupt, a Beggar; | cs dt n1 av-x vbds j, pns31 vmbx vbi j pp-f vbg dt j-jn, dt n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10316 | Look as it was with Adam, he was in a happy estate, in the image of God; | Look as it was with Adam, he was in a happy estate, in the image of God; | vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10317 | now when lost, he saw himself naked, and was ashamed, and was this saving grace? no: | now when lost, he saw himself naked, and was ashamed, and was this Saving grace? no: | av c-crq vvn, pns31 vvd px31 j, cc vbds j, cc vbds d j-vvg n1? uh-dx: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10318 | So though Hypocrites attain not to that righteousness, yet they may attain to many spirit•al excellencles, which they may prize exceedingly, | So though Hypocrites attain not to that righteousness, yet they may attain to many spirit•al excellencles, which they may prize exceedingly, | av cs n2 vvb xx p-acp d n1, av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d j n2, r-crq pns32 vmb vvi av-vvg, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10319 | as those that commend them before God and men; | as those that commend them before God and men; | c-acp d cst vvb pno32 p-acp np1 cc n2; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10320 | but these corrupting, they may now easily see their nakedness, and vileness, and want of all: | but these corrupting, they may now Easily see their nakedness, and vileness, and want of all: | cc-acp d vvg, pns32 vmb av av-j vvi po32 n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10321 | Saul had the Spirit of God we know, but 1 Sam. 16. 14. an evil spirit came, and Gods Spirit departed; | Saul had the Spirit of God we know, but 1 Sam. 16. 14. an evil Spirit Come, and God's Spirit departed; | np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb, cc-acp crd np1 crd crd dt j-jn n1 vvd, cc ng1 n1 vvd; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10322 | did not Saul know this? the having of Gods Spirit made him more sensible of the evil spirit; | did not Saul know this? the having of God's Spirit made him more sensible of the evil Spirit; | vdd xx np1 vvb d? cs vhg pp-f n2 n1 vvd pno31 av-dc j pp-f dt j-jn n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10323 | so it is with many a man; | so it is with many a man; | av pn31 vbz p-acp d dt n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10324 | the Spirit of God doth depart, and he cannot pray nor prophecy, nor speak, nor think, nor do, as he did; | the Spirit of God does depart, and he cannot pray nor prophecy, nor speak, nor think, nor do, as he did; | dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi, cc pns31 vmbx vvi ccx n1, ccx vvi, ccx vvi, ccx vdb, c-acp pns31 vdd; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10325 | nay he may find an evil spirit upon him; | nay he may find an evil Spirit upon him; | uh pns31 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno31; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10326 | and is this unknown? may not foolish Virgins know this? as Sampson when shaved. | and is this unknown? may not foolish Virgins know this? as Sampson when shaved. | cc vbz d j? vmb xx j n2 vvb d? p-acp np1 c-crq vvn. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1764 | Page 69 |
10327 | Fifthly, Because that which is sometimes a just judgement of God upon a carnal heart, that they may see and feel; | Fifthly, Because that which is sometime a just judgement of God upon a carnal heart, that they may see and feel; | ord, c-acp d r-crq vbz av dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1765 | Page 69 |
10328 | but many times (I say not always, because the Lord doth use this to prepare for mercy) it is so that men that have despised grace, | but many times (I say not always, Because the Lord does use this to prepare for mercy) it is so that men that have despised grace, | cc-acp d n2 (pns11 vvb xx av, c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi d pc-acp vvi p-acp n1) pn31 vbz av d n2 cst vhb vvn n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1765 | Page 69 |
10329 | and Christ, men that have coloured it over with God, and thought highly of themselves for what they had; | and christ, men that have coloured it over with God, and Thought highly of themselves for what they had; | cc np1, n2 cst vhb vvn pn31 a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvd av-j pp-f px32 c-acp r-crq pns32 vhd; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1765 | Page 69 |
10330 | they shall see all their profession is but paint, and all their Gold, Tin and Copper: | they shall see all their profession is but paint, and all their Gold, Tin and Copper: | pns32 vmb vvi d po32 n1 vbz p-acp vvi, cc d po32 n1, n1 cc n1: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1765 | Page 69 |
10331 | Io•. 8. 21. You shall seek me, and shall not finde me, but shall dye in your sins; seeking ever presupposeth a want; | Io•. 8. 21. You shall seek me, and shall not find me, but shall die in your Sins; seeking ever presupposeth a want; | np1. crd crd pn22 vmb vvi pno11, cc vmb xx vvi pno11, cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2; vvg av vvz dt n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1765 | Page 69 |
10332 | so that you shall finde a want of me; and if of me, of all life, of all grace, of all comfort and good; | so that you shall find a want of me; and if of me, of all life, of all grace, of all Comfort and good; | av cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno11; cc cs pp-f pno11, pp-f d n1, pp-f d n1, pp-f d n1 cc j; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1765 | Page 69 |
10333 | and this loss the Lord makes a punishment which they shall bring upon themselves by contempt of him. SECT. II. HEnce we may see the woful condition of those. | and this loss the Lord makes a punishment which they shall bring upon themselves by contempt of him. SECT. II HEnce we may see the woeful condition of those. | cc d n1 dt n1 vvz dt n1 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp px32 p-acp n1 pp-f pno31. n1. crd av pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1765 | Page 69 |
10334 | viz. First, Consider how far from eternal life those are that never knew their fall; | viz. First, Consider how Far from Eternal life those Are that never knew their fallen; | n1 ord, vvb c-crq av-j p-acp j n1 d vbr d av vvd po32 n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10335 | the foolish Virgins knew their want of oil and shining, and yet were foolish, and yet were shut out; | dt j n2 vvd po32 n1 pp-f n1 cc j-vvg, cc av vbdr j, cc av vbdr vvn av; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 | |
10336 | how great is their fall then, and how great their misery, that have had burning lamps, | how great is their fallen then, and how great their misery, that have had burning lamps, | c-crq j vbz po32 n1 av, cc c-crq j po32 n1, cst vhb vhn j-vvg n2, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10337 | but now know it not? this is the state of many a professor, many a man who is fallen from the Lord, | but now know it not? this is the state of many a professor, many a man who is fallen from the Lord, | cc-acp av vvb pn31 xx? d vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, d dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10338 | and the affections once he had, but he knows it not; God did enlighten him, but now he is blinding of him; | and the affections once he had, but he knows it not; God did enlighten him, but now he is blinding of him; | cc dt n2 a-acp pns31 vhd, cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31 xx; np1 vdd vvi pno31, cc-acp av pns31 vbz vvg pp-f pno31; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10339 | he did affect him, but he is now benumming of him; he did make him tender, but not he is making his heart fat; | he did affect him, but he is now benumbing of him; he did make him tender, but not he is making his heart fat; | pns31 vdd vvi pno31, cc-acp pns31 vbz av j-vvg pp-f pno31; pns31 vdd vvi pno31 j, cc-acp xx pns31 vbz vvg po31 n1 j; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10340 | he did make him low in his own eyes (as Saul, but when a King then pu•t up) so God is swelling of him; | he did make him low in his own eyes (as Saul, but when a King then pu•t up) so God is swelling of him; | pns31 vdd vvi pno31 av-j p-acp po31 d n2 (c-acp np1, p-acp c-crq dt n1 av vvd a-acp) av np1 vbz vvg pp-f pno31; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10341 | but this is most grievous, he knows it not, Isa. 6. If a man did know his lamp were going out, he might seek, | but this is most grievous, he knows it not, Isaiah 6. If a man did know his lamp were going out, he might seek, | cc-acp d vbz av-ds j, pns31 vvz pn31 xx, np1 crd cs dt n1 vdd vvi po31 n1 vbdr vvg av, pns31 vmd vvi, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10342 | as these, for it, and possibly find it; but now no hope unless the Lord help; | as these, for it, and possibly find it; but now no hope unless the Lord help; | c-acp d, c-acp pn31, cc av-j vvi pn31; cc-acp av dx n1 cs dt n1 vvb; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10343 | as we see men wounded and falling, they are astonished at the blow, that they know it not, | as we see men wounded and falling, they Are astonished At the blow, that they know it not, | c-acp pns12 vvb n2 vvn cc j-vvg, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vvb pn31 xx, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10344 | and may die, unless those about them dress them, and send to and fro for help for them; so it is with many; | and may die, unless those about them dress them, and send to and from for help for them; so it is with many; | cc vmb vvi, cs d p-acp pno32 vvi pno32, cc vvi p-acp cc av p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; av pn31 vbz p-acp d; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10345 | men are so stupifled with some blows of their lusts, that unless Christian friends exhort, admonish and send their prayers and tears to heaven to the Lord, no hope of recovery again; | men Are so stupifled with Some blows of their Lustiest, that unless Christian Friends exhort, admonish and send their Prayers and tears to heaven to the Lord, no hope of recovery again; | n2 vbr av vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f po32 n2, cst cs np1 n2 vvb, vvb cc vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, dx n1 pp-f n1 av; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10346 | and whether the Lord will be entreated is hard to say; | and whither the Lord will be entreated is hard to say; | cc cs dt n1 vmb vbi vvn vbz av-j pc-acp vvi; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 69 |
10347 | surely it is rare, and yet thus it is 1 Ioh. 5. sometimes, if it be not a sin unto death; | surely it is rare, and yet thus it is 1 John 5. sometime, if it be not a since unto death; | av-j pn31 vbz j, cc av av pn31 vbz crd np1 crd av, cs pn31 vbb xx dt n1 p-acp n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 70 |
10348 | but in a Brother, grace will fetch help; but if the man never had grace, and now fell without feeling, there's little hope; | but in a Brother, grace will fetch help; but if the man never had grace, and now fell without feeling, there's little hope; | cc-acp p-acp dt n1, n1 vmb vvi n1; cc-acp cs dt n1 av-x vhd n1, cc av vvd p-acp vvg, pc-acp|vbz j n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 70 |
10349 | if a man can feel no sun rising upon him, nor yet how the day goes away, | if a man can feel no sun rising upon him, nor yet how the day Goes away, | cs dt n1 vmb vvi dx n1 vvg p-acp pno31, ccx av c-crq dt n1 vvz av, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 70 |
10350 | whether the Sun be setting or no, it argues miserable carelesness, or miserable blindness, and that the man is in darkness; so here. | whither the Sun be setting or not, it argues miserable carelessness, or miserable blindness, and that the man is in darkness; so Here. | cs dt n1 vbb vvg cc xx, pn31 vvz j n1, cc j n1, cc cst dt n1 vbz p-acp n1; av av. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1766 | Page 70 |
10351 | Secondly, What will become of them that were never cast down so low as these, that never came to be so good as Hypocrites, | Secondly, What will become of them that were never cast down so low as these, that never Come to be so good as Hypocrites, | ord, q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno32 cst vbdr av-x vvn a-acp av j c-acp d, cst av-x vvd pc-acp vbi av j c-acp n2, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1767 | Page 70 |
10352 | For 1. You were born and have lived not only in a sinful estate, but in a Christless estate; | For 1. You were born and have lived not only in a sinful estate, but in a Christless estate; | p-acp crd pn22 vbdr vvn cc vhb vvn xx av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1768 | Page 70 |
10353 | dead without all life, every part of thee polluted. | dead without all life, every part of thee polluted. | j p-acp d n1, d n1 pp-f pno21 vvn. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1768 | Page 70 |
10395 | Quest. 2. But is not this poverty of spirit, or do not those that are poor in spirit see nothing? | Quest. 2. But is not this poverty of Spirit, or do not those that Are poor in Spirit see nothing? | n1. crd cc-acp vbz xx d n1 pp-f n1, cc vdb xx d cst vbr j p-acp n1 vvb pix? | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1782 | Page 71 |
10354 | 2. If the Lord doth draw any out of this estate, he will make you know what poor creatures you be, that you shall say, I thought I had been thus and thus, | 2. If the Lord does draw any out of this estate, he will make you know what poor creatures you be, that you shall say, I Thought I had been thus and thus, | crd cs dt n1 vdz vvi d av pp-f d n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn22 vvb r-crq j n2 pn22 vbb, cst pn22 vmb vvi, pns11 vvd pns11 vhd vbn av cc av, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1769 | Page 70 |
10355 | but I see I am wretched; | but I see I am wretched; | cc-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vbm j; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1769 | Page 70 |
10356 | I thought I should be saved, but now I am condemned, so that your mouth shall be stopped, Rom. 3. 21. else you would never come to the Lord, to your Fathers house, | I Thought I should be saved, but now I am condemned, so that your Mouth shall be stopped, Rom. 3. 21. Else you would never come to the Lord, to your Father's house, | pns11 vvd pns11 vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp av pns11 vbm vvn, av cst po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd av pn22 vmd av-x vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp po22 ng1 n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1769 | Page 70 |
10357 | and prize the grace of God, if any husks to live upon now. 3. You never knew this; | and prize the grace of God, if any husks to live upon now. 3. You never knew this; | cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cs d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp av. crd pn22 av-x vvd d; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1769 | Page 70 |
10358 | never came to complain to any Christian, Oh my oyl is spent, my lamp is out; | never Come to complain to any Christian, O my oil is spent, my lamp is out; | av-x vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp d njp, uh po11 n1 vbz vvn, po11 n1 vbz av; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1770 | Page 70 |
10359 | Christ and Spirit, and all good is gone; no, you think your selves rich and want nothing; | christ and Spirit, and all good is gone; no, you think your selves rich and want nothing; | np1 cc n1, cc d j vbz vvn; uh-dx, pn22 vvb po22 n2 j cc vvi pix; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1770 | Page 70 |
10360 | you have some knowledge, restraint of good affections, and full of these, The Lord will spue you out his mouth, if it is thus with you: | you have Some knowledge, restraint of good affections, and full of these, The Lord will spue you out his Mouth, if it is thus with you: | pn22 vhb d n1, n1 pp-f j n2, cc j pp-f d, dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 av po31 n1, cs pn31 vbz av p-acp pn22: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1770 | Page 70 |
10361 | Nay, although you have means and hear of it, yet all the world cannot make you know your nakedness, misery, sin and emptiness; | Nay, although you have means and hear of it, yet all the world cannot make you know your nakedness, misery, since and emptiness; | uh-x, cs pn22 vhb n2 cc vvi pp-f pn31, av d dt n1 vmbx vvi pn22 vvb po22 n1, n1, n1 cc n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1770 | Page 70 |
10362 | Well, if the Lord doth not set up a Judgement-Seat now, you shall be called before it one day, | Well, if the Lord does not Set up a Judgement-Seat now, you shall be called before it one day, | av, cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi a-acp dt n1 av, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31 crd n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1770 | Page 70 |
10363 | and then your secrets shall be made manifest before all the world; and because you say you see, therefore your sin remains; |
and then your secrets shall be made manifest before all the world; and Because you say you see, Therefore your since remains; so say I to you: | cc av po22 n2-jn vmb vbi vvn j p-acp d dt n1; cc c-acp pn22 vvb pn22 vvb, av po22 n1 vvz; av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1770 | Page 70 |
10364 | You never did contemn God, nor hate God, &c. therefore your contempt remains; if it be, there Christ will discover it, and so remove it; | You never did contemn God, nor hate God, etc. Therefore your contempt remains; if it be, there christ will discover it, and so remove it; | pn22 av-x vdd vvi np1, ccx vvi np1, av av po22 n1 vvz; cs pn31 vbb, a-acp np1 vmb vvi pn31, cc av vvb pn31; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1770 | Page 70 |
10365 | but is it not so • therefore you sin remains. SECT. III. HEnce see the deceit of that sinful opinion, |
but is it not so • Therefore you sin remains. SECT. III. HEnce see the deceit of that sinful opinion, That true Sanctification is to see I have no Sanctification; | cc-acp vbz pn31 xx av • av pn22 vvb vvz. n1. np1. av vvi dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, cst j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pns11 vhb dx n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1770 | Page 70 |
10366 | and cleaness of heart to see nothing but uncleanness; and that this is poverty of Spirit, to see no grace in a mans self, nor no Christ there; | and cleanness of heart to see nothing but uncleanness; and that this is poverty of Spirit, to see no grace in a men self, nor no christ there; | cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pix cc-acp n1; cc cst d vbz n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dx n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, ccx dx np1 a-acp; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1771 | Page 70 |
10367 | and this not only hath•been, but it seems is scattered still; which as it is pleasing to many a graceless heart, and suitable to his lust, | and this not only hath•been, but it seems is scattered still; which as it is pleasing to many a graceless heart, and suitable to his lust, | cc d xx av-j vvn, cc-acp pn31 vvz vbz vvn av; r-crq c-acp pn31 vbz vvg p-acp d dt j n1, cc j p-acp po31 n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1771 | Page 70 |
10368 | so it carries a fair cloak of Humility and Self-denial in it, and makes way for such an Evidence which the Scripture did never yet declare. | so it carries a fair cloak of Humility and Self-denial in it, and makes Way for such an Evidence which the Scripture did never yet declare. | av pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvz n1 p-acp d dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vdd av-x av vvi. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1771 | Page 70 |
10369 | Poverty of Spirit is a Grace peculiar to them that shall have the Kingdom of Heaven; | Poverty of Spirit is a Grace peculiar to them that shall have the Kingdom of Heaven; | n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 j p-acp pno32 cst vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1772 | Page 70 |
10370 | But to see no Grace is common to those that shall be shut out of the Kingdom of heaven; | But to see no Grace is Common to those that shall be shut out of the Kingdom of heaven; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi dx n1 vbz j p-acp d cst vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1772 | Page 70 |
10371 | none but those that are justified can be savingly sanctified; many that shall be condemned, may see, do see that they have no Sanctification: | none but those that Are justified can be savingly sanctified; many that shall be condemned, may see, do see that they have no Sanctification: | pix cc-acp d cst vbr vvn vmb vbi av-vvg vvn; d cst vmb vbi vvn, vmb vvi, vdb vvi cst pns32 vhb dx n1: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1772 | Page 70 |
10372 | And therefore this is no Sanctification. | And Therefore this is no Sanctification. | cc av d vbz dx n1. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1772 | Page 70 |
10373 | 1. If this be Poverty of Spirit to see no Grace, then Common-grace is Special-grace, peculiar to the Elect, as true Poverty is. | 1. If this be Poverty of Spirit to see no Grace, then common-grace is Special-grace, peculiar to the Elect, as true Poverty is. | crd cs d vbb n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dx n1, cs n1 vbz n1, j p-acp dt n1, c-acp j n1 vbz. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1773 | Page 70 |
10374 | 2. Then it is a grace of the Spirit of God to maintain an untruth, and to give the holy Ghost the lye; | 2. Then it is a grace of the Spirit of God to maintain an untruth, and to give the holy Ghost the lie; | crd cs pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 dt n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1774 | Page 70 |
10375 | for where there is Poverty, there is Grace and Christ. | for where there is Poverty, there is Grace and christ. | p-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz n1, pc-acp vbz n1 cc np1. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1774 | Page 70 |
10376 | 3. Then the Grace of Poverty of Spirit, should be quite contrary to the Spirit of Grace, which makes us know the things given us of God; | 3. Then the Grace of Poverty of Spirit, should be quite contrary to the Spirit of Grace, which makes us know the things given us of God; | crd av dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, vmd vbi av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz pno12 vvi dt n2 vvn pno12 pp-f np1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1775 | Page 70 |
10377 | but this poverty of Spirit makes us not to know them at all. Yet many will profess this true Poverty of spirit, and this is true Sanctification indeed. | but this poverty of Spirit makes us not to know them At all. Yet many will profess this true Poverty of Spirit, and this is true Sanctification indeed. | p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno12 xx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d. av d vmb vvi d j n1 pp-f n1, cc d vbz j n1 av. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1775 | Page 70 |
10378 | First, It is true, where there was never any of the Grace of Christ, but men have run upon Reformation without Christ, | First, It is true, where there was never any of the Grace of christ, but men have run upon Reformation without christ, | ord, pn31 vbz j, c-crq pc-acp vbds av-x d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp n2 vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1777 | Page 71 |
10379 | and affection, &c. there men are bound to see their black feet, and happy is the heart that can pull off every feather from such crests; | and affection, etc. there men Are bound to see their black feet, and happy is the heart that can pull off every feather from such crests; | cc n1, av a-acp n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi po32 j-jn n2, cc j vbz dt n1 cst vmb vvi a-acp d n1 p-acp d n2; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1777 | Page 71 |
10380 | but where it is, and the Lord hath given evidence thereby according to his Word; | but where it is, and the Lord hath given evidence thereby according to his Word; | cc-acp c-crq pn31 vbz, cc dt n1 vhz vvn n1 av vvg p-acp po31 n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1777 | Page 71 |
10381 | now to deny it is devilish, for it was he that said Iob did not serve God for nought, and is a lye, of which he was the Father; | now to deny it is devilish, for it was he that said Job did not serve God for nought, and is a lie, of which he was the Father; | av pc-acp vvi pn31 vbz j, c-acp pn31 vbds pns31 cst vvd np1 vdd xx vvi np1 p-acp pix, cc vbz dt n1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vbds dt n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1777 | Page 71 |
10382 | and is great unthankfulness to the Spirit for what he hath done. Secondly, If there be no Grace in a Christian nor Spirit, but all in Christ, | and is great unthankfulness to the Spirit for what he hath done. Secondly, If there be no Grace in a Christian nor Spirit, but all in christ, | cc vbz j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. ord, cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp dt njp ccx n1, cc-acp d p-acp np1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1777 | Page 71 |
10383 | then say it upon the house tops, and be not ashamed of it; men must see nothing, because they have nothing; | then say it upon the house tops, and be not ashamed of it; men must see nothing, Because they have nothing; | av vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 n2, cc vbb xx j pp-f pn31; n2 vmb vvi pix, c-acp pns32 vhb pix; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1778 | Page 71 |
10384 | otherwise let this delusion rot, and never find acceptance in holy hearts; | otherwise let this delusion rot, and never find acceptance in holy hearts; | av vvb d n1 vvi, cc av-x vvb n1 p-acp j n2; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1778 | Page 71 |
10385 | and yet how many still describe an Hypocrite by all the Graces of the Spirit, Faith, receiving Christ as King, Priest, | and yet how many still describe an Hypocrite by all the Graces of the Spirit, Faith, receiving christ as King, Priest, | cc av c-crq d av vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1, vvg np1 p-acp n1, n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1778 | Page 71 |
10386 | and Prophet, &c. and so are clean creatures and upright men, by seeing nothing in themselves, contrary to Christ, Io•. 13. You are clean, but not all. | and Prophet, etc. and so Are clean creatures and upright men, by seeing nothing in themselves, contrary to christ, Io•. 13. You Are clean, but not all. | cc n1, av cc av vbr j n2 cc j n2, p-acp vvg pix p-acp px32, n-jn p-acp np1, np1. crd pn22 vbr j, cc-acp xx d. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1778 | Page 71 |
10387 | Thirdly, It is true, a gracious heart is apt to deny all the Lord hath done for him; | Thirdly, It is true, a gracious heart is apt to deny all the Lord hath done for him; | ord, pn31 vbz j, dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi d dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp pno31; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1779 | Page 71 |
10388 | yet the Lord likes not this; as Calvin thinks Peter did, Lord, hands, and feet, and all; | yet the Lord likes not this; as calvin thinks Peter did, Lord, hands, and feet, and all; | av dt n1 vvz xx d; c-acp np1 vvz np1 vdd, n1, n2, cc n2, cc d; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1779 | Page 71 |
10389 | no, saith the Lord, thou art clean in head, and all but thy feet; and hence needs no washing but in that: | no, Says the Lord, thou art clean in head, and all but thy feet; and hence needs no washing but in that: | uh-dx, vvz dt n1, pns21 vb2r j p-acp n1, cc d p-acp po21 n2; cc av vvz dx n-vvg p-acp p-acp d: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1779 | Page 71 |
10390 | And what more frequent than this sin? but to make what is sinful a duty, this is to turn day into night, | And what more frequent than this since? but to make what is sinful a duty, this is to turn day into night, | cc r-crq av-dc j cs d n1? cc-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j dt n1, d vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1779 | Page 71 |
10391 | and night into day, to call evil good, and bitter sweet. SECT. IV. | and night into day, to call evil good, and bitter sweet. SECT. IV. | cc n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi n-jn j, cc j j. n1. np1 | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1779 | Page 71 |
10392 | Quest. 1. BV• doth not the Lord bring every man to see nothing in himself? | Quest. 1. BV• does not the Lord bring every man to see nothing in himself? | n1. crd np1 vdz xx dt n1 vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi pix p-acp px31? | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1780 | Page 71 |
10393 | Answ. Yes, that the Lord doth in preparing him for Christ, or in drawing him toward Christ, | Answer Yes, that the Lord does in preparing him for christ, or in drawing him towards christ, | np1 uh, cst dt n1 vdz p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp np1, cc p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp np1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1781 | Page 71 |
10394 | but it is where there is nothing, neither poverty or any other grace. | but it is where there is nothing, neither poverty or any other grace. | cc-acp pn31 vbz c-crq pc-acp vbz pix, dx n1 cc d j-jn n1. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1781 | Page 71 |
10443 | This may appear in these particulars. | This may appear in these particulars. | d vmb vvi p-acp d n2-j. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1790 | Page 73 |
10396 | Answ. 1. In regard of their unregenerate part, which the longer they live, the more they feel of the evil of it, | Answer 1. In regard of their unregenerate part, which the longer they live, the more they feel of the evil of it, | np1 crd p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, r-crq dt jc pns32 vvb, dt av-dc pns32 vvb pp-f dt n-jn pp-f pn31, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1783 | Page 71 |
10397 | and so the more poor they grow; | and so the more poor they grow; | cc av dt av-dc j pns32 vvb; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1783 | Page 71 |
10398 | they see no good there, and so account themselves the most miserable men, mourning more under it than ever; | they see no good there, and so account themselves the most miserable men, mourning more under it than ever; | pns32 vvb dx j a-acp, cc av vvb px32 dt av-ds j n2, vvg av-dc p-acp pn31 cs av; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1783 | Page 71 |
10399 | yet to see no good at all in themselves, this, if their eyes be open, they are not to say, I delight in the Law in the inner man; | yet to see no good At all in themselves, this, if their eyes be open, they Are not to say, I delight in the Law in the inner man; | av pc-acp vvi dx j p-acp d p-acp px32, d, cs po32 n2 vbb j, pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1783 | Page 71 |
10400 | and hence a regenerate Christian is vile in his own eyes after all duties and enlargements, he sees how all is defiled with a filthy heart, | and hence a regenerate Christian is vile in his own eyes After all duties and enlargements, he sees how all is defiled with a filthy heart, | cc av dt j-vvn np1 vbz j p-acp po31 d n2 p-acp d n2 cc n2, pns31 vvz c-crq d vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1783 | Page 71 |
10401 | and hence Prov. 30. 4. I am brutish; and he speaks of his natural estate, and in that part, for else it is cross to 1 Cor. 2. 10. 2. They see nothing in themselves to commend them to God in point of Justification; | and hence Curae 30. 4. I am brutish; and he speaks of his natural estate, and in that part, for Else it is cross to 1 Cor. 2. 10. 2. They see nothing in themselves to commend them to God in point of Justification; | cc av np1 crd crd pns11 vbm j; cc pns31 vvz pp-f po31 j n1, cc p-acp d n1, c-acp av pn31 vbz j p-acp crd np1 crd crd crd pns32 vvb pix p-acp px32 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1783 | Page 71 |
10402 | here all Paul 's past and present righteousness is accounted dung. | Here all Paul is past and present righteousness is accounted dung. | av d np1 vbz j cc j n1 vbz vvn n1. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1784 | Page 71 |
10403 | Quest. 3. If an Hypocrite sees and feels nothing, and those that are poor in spirit do so? what is the difference? | Quest. 3. If an Hypocrite sees and feels nothing, and those that Are poor in Spirit do so? what is the difference? | n1. crd cs dt n1 vvz cc vvz pix, cc d cst vbr j p-acp n1 vdb av? q-crq vbz dt n1? | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1785 | Page 71 |
10404 | Ans. The differences are many. 1. He that is truly poor, sees so much vileness, | Ans. The differences Are many. 1. He that is truly poor, sees so much vileness, | np1 dt n2 vbr d. crd pns31 cst vbz av-j j, vvz av d n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1786 | Page 71 |
10405 | as that he loaths himself, Ezek. 6. But the Hypocrite if he hath any excellency, remains full of it, proud with it; | as that he Loathes himself, Ezekiel 6. But the Hypocrite if he hath any excellency, remains full of it, proud with it; | c-acp cst pns31 vvz px31, np1 crd p-acp dt n1 cs pns31 vhz d n1, vvz j pp-f pn31, j p-acp pn31; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1786 | Page 71 |
10406 | if it be gone, he seeks himself again, and loaths not himself. | if it be gone, he seeks himself again, and Loathes not himself. | cs pn31 vbb vvn, pns31 vvz px31 av, cc vvz xx px31. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1786 | Page 71 |
10407 | 2. True poverty of spirit drives a man out of himself, and all carnal contents, tents, | 2. True poverty of Spirit drives a man out of himself, and all carnal contents, tents, | crd j n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 av pp-f px31, cc d j n2, n2, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1787 | Page 72 |
10408 | as well as graces, to mercy, to live there, and cleave there, as in the Prodigal, he did not only see a want, | as well as graces, to mercy, to live there, and cleave there, as in the Prodigal, he did not only see a want, | c-acp av c-acp n2, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvb a-acp, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn, pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1787 | Page 72 |
10409 | but feel a need of bread; | but feel a need of bred; | cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1787 | Page 72 |
10410 | I die without it, Psa. 40. 9, 10. But another that sees no good, either is not driven out of his contents, | I die without it, Psa. 40. 9, 10. But Another that sees no good, either is not driven out of his contents, | pns11 vvb p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp j-jn cst vvz dx j, d vbz xx vvn av pp-f po31 n2, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1787 | Page 72 |
10411 | but when he sees nothing, as C•in, builds Cities, or if he see's some good in himself, | but when he sees nothing, as C•in, builds Cities, or if he see's Some good in himself, | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pix, c-acp av, vvz n2, cc cs pns31 vvi|pno12 d j p-acp px31, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1787 | Page 72 |
10412 | then he is not driven out of himself. SECT. V. | then he is not driven out of himself. SECT. V. | cs pns31 vbz xx vvn av pp-f px31. n1. n1 | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1787 | Page 72 |
10413 | HEnce see which is the surest and safest way of evidencing our good estate, |
HEnce see which is the Surest and Safest Way of evidencing our good estate, for Here men now Are perplexed, either it's by seeing no grace, | av vvi r-crq vbz dt js cc js n1 pp-f j-vvg po12 j n1, p-acp av n2 av vbr vvn, av-d pn31|vbz p-acp vvg dx n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10414 | and so expecting the witness of the Spirit, or by seeing some saving work of grace, | and so expecting the witness of the Spirit, or by seeing Some Saving work of grace, | cc av vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp vvg d vvg n1 pp-f n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10415 | and so looking to the witness of the Word, and waiting for the confirmation of the Spirit; | and so looking to the witness of the Word, and waiting for the confirmation of the Spirit; | cc av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10416 | for seals do but confirm the Promise and Covenant; | for Seals do but confirm the Promise and Covenant; | p-acp n2 vdb p-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10417 | if it be by seeing no grace, then either by seeing no grace, without having the being of it, | if it be by seeing no grace, then either by seeing no grace, without having the being of it, | cs pn31 vbb p-acp vvg dx n1, av av-d p-acp vvg dx n1, p-acp vhg dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10418 | and now wait for a revelation, and then 'tis a delusion, for he is under the condemnation of the Word, | and now wait for a Revelation, and then it's a delusion, for he is under the condemnation of the Word, | cc av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av pn31|vbz dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10419 | and therefore far from consolation of the Spirit; or by seeing no grace without seeing the being of it: | and Therefore Far from consolation of the Spirit; or by seeing no grace without seeing the being of it: | cc av av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1; cc p-acp vvg dx n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10420 | If so, then a man must seek for a witness of the Spirit, without understanding the meaning of the Spirit, | If so, then a man must seek for a witness of the Spirit, without understanding the meaning of the Spirit, | cs av, cs dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10421 | or of the witness of it; | or of the witness of it; | cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10422 | and so a man must shut his eyes against part of the truth, that he may see another part; | and so a man must shut his eyes against part of the truth, that he may see Another part; | cc av dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi j-jn n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10423 | a man must see that he is beloved, but not thou believer, or thou called, art loved or justified. | a man must see that he is Beloved, but not thou believer, or thou called, art loved or justified. | dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn, cc-acp xx pns21 n1, cc pns21 vvn, vb2r vvn cc vvn. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10424 | Oh then take heed of this way of evidence; or else by now seeing grace, and waiting for a witness; now this is safest; | O then take heed of this Way of evidence; or Else by now seeing grace, and waiting for a witness; now this is Safest; | uh av vvb n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1; cc av p-acp av vvg n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1; av d vbz js; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10425 | for when ever the witness comes it is certainly right now, not a delusion: | for when ever the witness comes it is Certainly right now, not a delusion: | p-acp c-crq av dt n1 vvz pn31 vbz av-j j-jn av, xx dt n1: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10426 | Hereby we shall see the full meaning of the witness and compass of the Lords love. | Hereby we shall see the full meaning of the witness and compass of the lords love. | av pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 vvb. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10427 | And therefore take heed of denying all grace, and seeing nothing, and then wait for a Revelation, | And Therefore take heed of denying all grace, and seeing nothing, and then wait for a Revelation, | cc av vvb n1 pp-f vvg d n1, cc vvg pix, cc av vvb p-acp dt n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10428 | and if it comes now 'tis right; no such matter; you may see nothing, and to hell, and no consolation to them that see nothing; | and if it comes now it's right; no such matter; you may see nothing, and to hell, and no consolation to them that see nothing; | cc cs pn31 vvz av pn31|vbz j-jn; dx d n1; pn22 vmb vvi pix, cc p-acp n1, cc dx n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pix; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10429 | think not that this is poverty; | think not that this is poverty; | vvb xx d d vbz n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10430 | it may be a seal to a blank, to such a one as the Lord never intended mercy unto; | it may be a seal to a blank, to such a one as the Lord never intended mercy unto; | pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d dt pi p-acp dt n1 av-x vvd n1 p-acp; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10431 | that which God promiseth pray for, Zach. 13. ult. first, to say It is my people, | that which God promises pray for, Zach 13. ult. First, to say It is my people, | cst r-crq np1 vvz vvb p-acp, np1 crd n1. ord, pc-acp vvi pn31 vbz po11 n1, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10432 | and then the Lord is my God; find that the Lord makes you his people, and then say so. | and then the Lord is my God; find that the Lord makes you his people, and then say so. | cc av dt n1 vbz po11 n1; vvb d dt n1 vvz pn22 po31 n1, cc av vvb av. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10433 | Let all know this is never questioned, whether the Spirit be the cause of witness, and clearing our estate; | Let all know this is never questioned, whither the Spirit be the cause of witness, and clearing our estate; | vvb d vvi d vbz av-x vvn, cs dt n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg po12 n1; | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10434 | but whether by seeing nothing, or shewing something; here's the mystery of it: | but whither by seeing nothing, or showing something; here's the mystery of it: | cc-acp cs p-acp vvg pix, cc vvg pi; av|vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10435 | Oh that God would make you hear, that are called away from the simplicity of the Gospel of Christ: | O that God would make you hear, that Are called away from the simplicity of the Gospel of christ: | uh cst np1 vmd vvi pn22 vvb, cst vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10436 | These foolish Virgins were wiser than many now a days in this particular, they cried for oyl in their lamps, | These foolish Virgins were Wiser than many now a days in this particular, they cried for oil in their lamps, | d j n2 vbdr jc cs d av dt n2 p-acp d j, pns32 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10437 | or they knew they could not be accepted of the Bridegroom. | or they knew they could not be accepted of the Bridegroom. | cc pns32 vvd pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn pp-f dt n1. | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1788 | Page 72 |
10438 | Oh search and try your selves throughly, |
O search and try your selves thoroughly, for you may come in time to see all your paint fallen off, all your guilt discovered, etc. | uh n1 cc vvi po22 n2 av-j, p-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d po22 n1 vvi a-acp, d po22 n1 vvn, av | (38) chapter (DIV2) | 1789 | Page 72 |
10439 | CHAP. XII. Of the desire of Grace that may be in Hypocrites. SECT. I. Give us of your Oyl, &c. THat foolish Virgins may, and seriously do desire, Observation 3. not only Salvation, but Grace it self. | CHAP. XII. Of the desire of Grace that may be in Hypocrites. SECT. I. Give us of your Oil, etc. THat foolish Virgins may, and seriously do desire, Observation 3. not only Salvation, but Grace it self. | np1 np1. pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp n2. n1. pns11. vvb pno12 pp-f po22 n1, av cst j n2 vmb, cc av-j vdb vvi, n1 crd xx av-j n1, cc-acp vvb pn31 n1. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1789 | Page 73 |
10440 | For these Virgins did not only desire the Lord to open to them, but give us of your oyl; | For these Virgins did not only desire the Lord to open to them, but give us of your oil; | p-acp d n2 vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvb pno12 pp-f po22 n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1790 | Page 73 |
10441 | and this they do not desire in shew, but seriously, for they felt a want of it; | and this they do not desire in show, but seriously, for they felt a want of it; | cc d pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp av-j, c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1790 | Page 73 |
10442 | our lamps are out, out oyl is spent, our misery is great; Oh now help us with your grace: | our lamps Are out, out oil is spent, our misery is great; O now help us with your grace: | po12 n2 vbr av, av n1 vbz vvn, po12 n1 vbz j; uh av vvb pno12 p-acp po22 n1: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1790 | Page 73 |
10444 | First, They may feel a loss and a want of it, and having some hope in this life to gain it, hence may seek it; | First, They may feel a loss and a want of it, and having Some hope in this life to gain it, hence may seek it; | ord, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vhg d n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, av vmb vvi pn31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1791 | Page 73 |
10445 | thus not only the Virgins, but Simon Magus Acts 8. 24. when he was convinced he was in the gall of bitterness; | thus not only the Virgins, but Simon Magus Acts 8. 24. when he was convinced he was in the Gall of bitterness; | av xx av-j dt n2, cc-acp np1 np1 vvz crd crd c-crq pns31 vbds vvn pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1791 | Page 73 |
10446 | he doth not only content himself with his own, but doth commend himself to the desires of the Church, | he does not only content himself with his own, but does commend himself to the Desires of the Church, | pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi px31 p-acp po31 d, cc-acp vdz vvi px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1791 | Page 73 |
10447 | and Apostles, Oh pray for me, that none of these things may come upon me, but that I may be brought into another estate, whereby I may escape all this, Amos 8. 11, 12. I will bring a famine, not of bread, | and Apostles, O pray for me, that none of these things may come upon me, but that I may be brought into Another estate, whereby I may escape all this, Amos 8. 11, 12. I will bring a famine, not of bred, | cc n2, uh vvb p-acp pno11, cst pix pp-f d n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, p-acp cst pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi d d, np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vmb vvi dt n1, xx pp-f n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1791 | Page 73 |
10448 | but of hearing the Word, i. e. | but of hearing the Word, i. e. | cc-acp pp-f vvg dt n1, uh. sy. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1791 | Page 73 |
10449 | you shall feel a woful want of that, and of the consolation, life, and spirit of that, | you shall feel a woeful want of that, and of the consolation, life, and Spirit of that, | pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d, cc pp-f dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f d, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1791 | Page 73 |
10450 | and you shall go from sea to sea to find it, and shall not: Oh that I had taken my time, will the careless ones say! | and you shall go from sea to sea to find it, and shall not: O that I had taken my time, will the careless ones say! | cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vmb xx: uh cst pns11 vhd vvn po11 n1, vmb dt j pi2 vvb! | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1791 | Page 73 |
10451 | Secondly, They may have a high opinion of it, and see a marvellous excellency in it, | Secondly, They may have a high opinion of it, and see a marvellous excellency in it, | ord, pns32 vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp pn31, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10452 | and hence may be drawn to desire it, Ioh. 6. 33, 34. My father gives you bread from heaven, which Moses gave not, | and hence may be drawn to desire it, John 6. 33, 34. My father gives you bred from heaven, which Moses gave not, | cc av vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 crd crd, crd po11 n1 vvz pn22 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq np1 vvd xx, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10453 | and such bread as gives life unto the world; then said they, Lord, ever give us of this bread; | and such bred as gives life unto the world; then said they, Lord, ever give us of this bred; | cc d n1 c-acp vvz n1 p-acp dt n1; av vvd pns32, n1, av vvb pno12 pp-f d n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10454 | and yet they were carnal, and desires carnal, arising from the sight of the excellency of it; | and yet they were carnal, and Desires carnal, arising from the sighed of the excellency of it; | cc av pns32 vbdr j, cc vvz j, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10455 | that Scribe Matth. 12. 33, 34. To love the Lord thy God with all thy heart is better than all burnt offerings and sacrifices; | that Scribe Matthew 12. 33, 34. To love the Lord thy God with all thy heart is better than all burned offerings and Sacrifices; | d vvi np1 crd crd, crd pc-acp vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1 vbz jc cs d j-vvn n2 cc n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10456 | Oh that's admi•able, the Ordinances are good, and Creatures are good, but this is better: | O that's admi•able, the Ordinances Are good, and Creatures Are good, but this is better: | uh d|vbz j, dt n2 vbr j, cc n2 vbr j, cc-acp d vbz j: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10457 | As a man when he admires the world, he ever desires the world, though he never hath it; | As a man when he admires the world, he ever Desires the world, though he never hath it; | c-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1, pns31 av vvz dt n1, cs pns31 av-x vhz pn31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10458 | so here, as in Balaam: Not only Word and Spirit may commend it, and so they may desire it, | so Here, as in balaam: Not only Word and Spirit may commend it, and so they may desire it, | av av, c-acp p-acp np1: xx av-j n1 cc n1 vmb vvi pn31, cc av pns32 vmb vvi pn31, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10459 | but the excellency of it in the lives of the Saints will commend it, so as carnal hearts may desire the company and love of such men above all in the world, Rev. 3. 8. Gen. 26. 28. We saw God was with th•e, •nd that thou w•rt blessed of the Lord; | but the excellency of it in the lives of the Saints will commend it, so as carnal hearts may desire the company and love of such men above all in the world, Rev. 3. 8. Gen. 26. 28. We saw God was with th•e, •nd that thou w•rt blessed of the Lord; | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vmb vvi pn31, av c-acp j n2 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp d p-acp dt n1, n1 crd crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvd np1 vbds p-acp n1, vvb cst pns21 vb2r vvn pp-f dt n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10460 | and hence there are some desires after it, 2 Pet. 2. 19. Men escape pollutions by Christ. | and hence there Are Some Desires After it, 2 Pet. 2. 19. Men escape pollutions by christ. | cc av a-acp vbr d n2 c-acp pn31, crd np1 crd crd np1 vvb n2 p-acp np1. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1792 | Page 73 |
10461 | Thirdly, They have a taste of the sweetness of it, and hence may desire it, Heb 6. Iohn was a burning light, | Thirdly, They have a taste of the sweetness of it, and hence may desire it, Hebrew 6. John was a burning Light, | ord, pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc av vmb vvi pn31, n1 crd np1 vbds dt j-vvg n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1793 | Page 73 |
10462 | and they rejoyced in him, and all Iudea and Ierusalem flocked to h•s Ministery, and came into the wilderness after him; | and they rejoiced in him, and all Iudea and Ierusalem flocked to h•s Ministry, and Come into the Wilderness After him; | cc pns32 vvd p-acp pno31, cc d np1 cc np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1793 | Page 73 |
10484 | Let the Lord therefore exercise you with many wants and sorrows; | Let the Lord Therefore exercise you with many Wants and sorrows; | vvb dt n1 av vvi pn22 p-acp d n2 cc n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10463 | the savor of the grace of Christ may wonderfully draw desires after it, they may find such a sweetness in it, L•k. 13. 26. Many shall say, Lord, have not we can and drank in thy presence? that is, they find much sweetness there; the Lord taught among them; | the savour of the grace of christ may wonderfully draw Desires After it, they may find such a sweetness in it, L•k. 13. 26. Many shall say, Lord, have not we can and drank in thy presence? that is, they find much sweetness there; the Lord taught among them; | dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-j vvi n2 p-acp pn31, pns32 vmb vvi d dt n1 p-acp pn31, vvb. crd crd d vmb vvi, n1, vhb xx pns12 vmb cc vvd p-acp po21 n1? cst vbz, pns32 vvb d n1 a-acp; dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1793 | Page 74 |
10464 | they desired him, and thought he was their own, yet shut out; and hence verse 24. Many shall se•k to enter in, and shall not be able. | they desired him, and Thought he was their own, yet shut out; and hence verse 24. Many shall se•k to enter in, and shall not be able. | pns32 vvd pno31, cc vvd pns31 vbds po32 d, av vvn av; cc av n1 crd d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vmb xx vbi j. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1793 | Page 74 |
10465 | Fourthly, They may and do grow up in a glorious profession in the ways of grace, | Fourthly, They may and do grow up in a glorious profession in the ways of grace, | ord, pns32 vmb cc vdb vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1794 | Page 74 |
10466 | and such a profession as to stand it out against persecution, as the thorny ground did, | and such a profession as to stand it out against persecution, as the thorny ground did, | cc d dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp n1, c-acp dt j n1 vdd, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1794 | Page 74 |
10467 | and may have some growth toward it, which cannot be without some desires and springings of heart after it. SECT. II. | and may have Some growth towards it, which cannot be without Some Desires and springings of heart After it. SECT. II | cc vmb vhi d n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq vmbx vbi p-acp d n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. n1. crd | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1794 | Page 74 |
10468 | HEnce let this be an item to all the people of God, to preserve with all care, | HEnce let this be an item to all the people of God, to preserve with all care, | av vvb d vbb dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10469 | and not to lose, |
and not to loose, but to make much of the Spirit of Grace inherent in them; | cc xx pc-acp vvi, p-acp pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10470 | for look as the Lord Jesus, when he would make his Disciples wonder at their blessedness, | for look as the Lord jesus, when he would make his Disciples wonder At their blessedness, | c-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10471 | and make much of him, and his love, saith he, Many Kings and Prophets have desired to see these days, and have not seen them; | and make much of him, and his love, Says he, Many Kings and prophets have desired to see these days, and have not seen them; | cc vvi d pp-f pno31, cc po31 n1, vvz pns31, d n2 cc n2 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi d n2, cc vhb xx vvn pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10472 | so many professors of great parts and gifts shall desire to have that Spirit of Grace and Peace which you have, | so many professors of great parts and Gifts shall desire to have that Spirit of Grace and Peace which you have, | av d n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pn22 vhb, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10473 | and shall never see it, never shall have it: | and shall never see it, never shall have it: | cc vmb av-x vvi pn31, av-x vmb vhi pn31: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10474 | when Davids heart began to be drawn away by the evils of the world, and then beheld the vanity of that, his desires are now turned another way, Oh it is good for me to draw nigh to God, that's good: | when Davids heart began to be drawn away by the evils of the world, and then beheld the vanity of that, his Desires Are now turned Another Way, O it is good for me to draw High to God, that's good: | c-crq np1 n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1, cc av vvd dt n1 pp-f d, po31 n2 vbr av vvn j-jn n1, uh pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, d|vbz j: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10475 | As if he had said, though it be good to have the things themselves; | As if he had said, though it be good to have the things themselves; | c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vhi dt n2 px32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10476 | yet it is not good for me to draw too nigh in my desires and esteem of them, | yet it is not good for me to draw too High in my Desires and esteem of them, | av pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi av av-j p-acp po11 n2 cc n1 pp-f pno32, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10477 | but good for me to draw nigh to him. | but good for me to draw High to him. | cc-acp j p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10478 | It may be sometimes your hearts are taken off from esteeming your condition, and what the Lord hath done for you; | It may be sometime your hearts Are taken off from esteeming your condition, and what the Lord hath done for you; | pn31 vmb vbi av po22 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp vvg po22 n1, cc q-crq dt n1 vhz vdn p-acp pn22; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10479 | and hence no desire after the Lord or his Grace, but the lawful comforts of the world, not inordinately, | and hence no desire After the Lord or his Grace, but the lawful comforts of the world, not inordinately, | cc av dx n1 p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1, cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, xx av-j, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10480 | but if I had so much, or as good as others, then well. | but if I had so much, or as good as Others, then well. | cc-acp cs pns11 vhd av av-d, cc p-acp j c-acp n2-jn, av av. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10481 | Psal. 141. 4. David entreats the Lord not to encline his heart after any evil thing, no not after the wickeds good things, Let me not eat of their dainties; | Psalm 141. 4. David entreats the Lord not to incline his heart After any evil thing, no not After the wickeds good things, Let me not eat of their dainties; | np1 crd crd np1 vvz dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d j-jn n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n2 j n2, vvb pno11 xx vvi pp-f po32 n2-j; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10482 | for grant that thou losest all these things, which others have; | for grant that thou losest all these things, which Others have; | p-acp n1 cst pns21 vv2 d d n2, r-crq n2-jn vhb; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10483 | the time will come when the greatest Prince, and those that have their desires filled here, shall say, Oh that I was in that mans estate! | the time will come when the greatest Prince, and those that have their Desires filled Here, shall say, O that I was in that men estate! | dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq dt js n1, cc d cst vhb po32 n2 vvn av, vmb vvi, uh cst pns11 vbds p-acp cst ng1 n1! | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10485 | remember this, your end will be peace, which the worst would give a world for another day. | Remember this, your end will be peace, which the worst would give a world for Another day. | vvb d, po22 n1 vmb vbi n1, r-crq dt js vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1795 | Page 74 |
10486 | What then will become of them that never desired grace at all, because they are well enough without it! | What then will become of them that never desired grace At all, Because they Are well enough without it! | q-crq av vmb vvi pp-f pno32 cst av vvd n1 p-acp d, c-acp pns32 vbr av av-d p-acp pn31! | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 |
10487 | a man cannot live (say they) by praying, and hearing of Sermons; such duties Are troublesome; hindrances, not desirable helps; | dt n1 vmbx vvi (vvb pns32) p-acp vvg, cc vvg pp-f n2; d n2 vbr j; n2, xx j n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 | |
10488 | and when any Ordinance comes, when will Sabbaths be ended? and as for the people of God themselves they can see no difference between them and other men, nay, they think them worse; | and when any Ordinance comes, when will Sabbaths be ended? and as for the people of God themselves they can see no difference between them and other men, nay, they think them Worse; | cc c-crq d n1 vvz, c-crq vmb n2 vbb vvn? cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px32 pns32 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp pno32 cc n-jn n2, uh-x, pns32 vvb pno32 av-jc; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 |
10489 | if this be your Religion, God keep me from your Religion. Nay; they can see no beauty in Christ to desire him; | if this be your Religion, God keep me from your Religion. Nay; they can see no beauty in christ to desire him; | cs d vbb po22 n1, np1 vvb pno11 p-acp po22 n1. uh-x; pns32 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 |
10490 | they can desire that they were not kept inso much on the Sabbaths, not so much pains taken with them to instruct them; | they can desire that they were not kept inso much on the Sabbaths, not so much pains taken with them to instruct them; | pns32 vmb vvi cst pns32 vbdr xx vvn fw-la av-d p-acp dt n2, xx av d n2 vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 |
10491 | it may be these may desire that their hands be kept from stealing, their tongues from cursing, | it may be these may desire that their hands be kept from stealing, their tongues from cursing, | pn31 vmb vbi d vmb vvi d po32 n2 vbb vvn p-acp vvg, po32 n2 p-acp vvg, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 |
10492 | and their feet from runing to shed blood; | and their feet from runing to shed blood; | cc po32 n2 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 |
10493 | but the life of Grace, and power of it, they desire not that, nor never did: | but the life of Grace, and power of it, they desire not that, nor never did: | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31, pns32 vvb xx d, ccx av-x vdd: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 |
10494 | I remember when David was in extremity, Lord, saith he, my groanings are not hid from thee; | I Remember when David was in extremity, Lord, Says he, my groanings Are not hid from thee; | pns11 vvb c-crq np1 vbds p-acp n1, n1, vvz pns31, po11 n2-vvg vbr xx vvn p-acp pno21; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 |
10495 | this was his comfort when he could not pray, Psal. 38. 9. But here it is otherwise: | this was his Comfort when he could not pray, Psalm 38. 9. But Here it is otherwise: | d vbds po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi, np1 crd crd p-acp av pn31 vbz av: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 74 |
10496 | Canst thou if extremity should come upon thee, say, Now I am not able to speak, Oh remember my closet tears, my midnight groans, | Canst thou if extremity should come upon thee, say, Now I am not able to speak, O Remember my closet tears, my midnight groans, | vm2 pns21 cs n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno21, vvb, av pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi, uh vvb po11 n1 n2, po11 n1 vvz, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 75 |
10497 | and daylight complaints, and those daily sighings after thee which have arisen from this sorrowful heart? did the Lord never work this in thee? if extremity comes, | and daylight complaints, and those daily sighings After thee which have arisen from this sorrowful heart? did the Lord never work this in thee? if extremity comes, | cc n1 n2, cc d j n2-vvg p-acp pno21 r-crq vhb vvn p-acp d j n1? vdd dt n1 av-x vvi d p-acp pno21? cs n1 vvz, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 75 |
10498 | and thou hast no such thing to witness for thee, do you think that you shall meet the Bridegroom in peace? Oh no! go home, | and thou hast no such thing to witness for thee, do you think that you shall meet the Bridegroom in peace? O no! go home, | cc pns21 vh2 dx d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, vdb pn22 vvi cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1? uh uh vvb av-an, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 75 |
10499 | and make thy mo•n over thy own Soul; the Lord is far from me; | and make thy mo•n over thy own Soul; the Lord is Far from me; | cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 d n1; dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp pno11; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 75 |
10500 | if many seek to enter and shall never be able, what will become of me? | if many seek to enter and shall never be able, what will become of me? | cs d vvb pc-acp vvi cc vmb av-x vbi j, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno11? | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1796 | Page 75 |
10501 | Hence see how many people deceive themselves in their evidencing of a good estate, |
Hence see how many people deceive themselves in their evidencing of a good estate, who Because they see no oil in their vessel, | av vvi c-crq d n1 vvi px32 p-acp po32 n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, r-crq c-acp pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp po32 n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1797 | Page 75 |
10502 | nor see no shining in their lives, yet because they desire it, they think hereupon the Lord accepts them and their desires, | nor see no shining in their lives, yet Because they desire it, they think hereupon the Lord accepts them and their Desires, | ccx vvb dx j-vvg p-acp po32 n2, av c-acp pns32 vvb pn31, pns32 vvb av dt n1 vvz pno32 cc po32 n2, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1797 | Page 75 |
10503 | and therefore the Lord will fulfill them; | and Therefore the Lord will fulfil them; | cc av dt n1 vmb vvi pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1797 | Page 75 |
10504 | this very conceit keeps thousands in their sins and miseries, and that under conviction of them; | this very conceit keeps thousands in their Sins and misery's, and that under conviction of them; | d j n1 vvz crd p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cc cst p-acp n1 pp-f pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1797 | Page 75 |
10505 | yet I desire it were better with me; | yet I desire it were better with me; | av pns11 vvb pn31 vbdr jc p-acp pno11; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1797 | Page 75 |
10506 | and they think Hypocrites make shews of this and that, yet they have not unfeigned desires; | and they think Hypocrites make shows of this and that, yet they have not unfeigned Desires; | cc pns32 vvb n2 vvi vvz pp-f d cc d, av pns32 vhb xx j n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1797 | Page 75 |
10527 | so it is here, the Lord hath some Sons in his Churches; | so it is Here, the Lord hath Some Sons in his Churches; | av pn31 vbz av, dt n1 vhz d n2 p-acp po31 n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 75 |
10507 | and here thousands rest, and this slays them, as Prov. 27. 5. The desires of the sluggard kills him. SECT. III. | and Here thousands rest, and this slays them, as Curae 27. 5. The Desires of the sluggard kills him. SECT. III. | cc av crd n1, cc d vvz pno32, c-acp np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno31. n1. np1. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1797 | Page 75 |
10508 | Quest. BUt doth not the Lord respect the groanings of his people? doth not Christ say, Joh. 4. 10. if thou hadst asked, &c. doth not the Lord look upon the inner man, the very frame, | Quest. BUt does not the Lord respect the groanings of his people? does not christ say, John 4. 10. if thou Hadst asked, etc. does not the Lord look upon the inner man, the very frame, | n1. p-acp vdz xx dt n1 vvb dt n2-vvg pp-f po31 n1? vdz xx np1 vvi, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vhd2 vvn, av vdz xx dt n1 vvb p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1798 | Page 75 |
10509 | nay, desires that have been past? Answ. Yes, there be some desires which are evidences; some which are not; | nay, Desires that have been passed? Answer Yes, there be Some Desires which Are evidences; Some which Are not; | uh-x, n2 cst vhb vbn vvn? np1 uh, pc-acp vbi d n2 r-crq vbr n2; d r-crq vbr xx; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1798 | Page 75 |
10510 | I shall discover them that be unsound in the particular example of these foolish Virgins, &c. | I shall discover them that be unsound in the particular Exampl of these foolish Virgins, etc. | pns11 vmb vvi pno32 cst vbb j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n2, av | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1799 | Page 75 |
10511 | First, Those are unsound desires, which arise in the soul easily, without feeling a need of the Lords almighty power and Spirit of life to work them at first; | First, Those Are unsound Desires, which arise in the soul Easily, without feeling a need of the lords almighty power and Spirit of life to work them At First; | ord, d vbr j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 av-j, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp ord; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10512 | we shall finde that the desires of regenerate Christians do not come easily, but they finde a need of the Lord to draw them. | we shall find that the Desires of regenerate Christians do not come Easily, but they find a need of the Lord to draw them. | pns12 vmb vvi cst dt n2 pp-f j-vvn njpg2 vdb xx vvi av-j, cc-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10513 | Ier. 31. 10. Lam. 5. 21. but the desires of others spring up easily and quickly; | Jeremiah 31. 10. Lam. 5. 21. but the Desires of Others spring up Easily and quickly; | np1 crd crd np1 crd crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn n1 a-acp av-j cc av-j; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10514 | as these foolish Virgins, they wanted oyl, they could quickly desire it; and they go to their fellow-breth•en for help, Oh give us of your oyl. | as these foolish Virgins, they wanted oil, they could quickly desire it; and they go to their fellow-breth•en for help, O give us of your oil. | c-acp d j n2, pns32 vvd n1, pns32 vmd av-j vvi pn31; cc pns32 vvb p-acp po32 j p-acp n1, uh vvb pno12 pp-f po22 n1. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10515 | Look as it is with wilde Rye and Pease, they will come up at the season of the year in abundance, without sowing or plowing, the ground bears them naturally; | Look as it is with wild Rye and Peas, they will come up At the season of the year in abundance, without sowing or plowing, the ground bears them naturally; | vvb p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg, dt n1 vvz pno32 av-j; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10516 | but other corn and grain will not come so easily; | but other corn and grain will not come so Easily; | cc-acp j-jn n1 cc n1 vmb xx vvi av av-j; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10517 | your ground will not bear it till plowed and digged, and then the hand of man must set it, | your ground will not bear it till plowed and dug, and then the hand of man must Set it, | po22 n1 vmb xx vvi pn31 p-acp vvn cc vvn, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn31, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10518 | and dye it must, before it can live again; | and die it must, before it can live again; | cc vvi pn31 vmb, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi av; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10519 | so here, if desires come and spring up easily, it is a sign they are wilde; | so Here, if Desires come and spring up Easily, it is a Signen they Are wild; | av av, cs n2 vvb cc vvi a-acp av-j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns32 vbr j; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10520 | the Lord must break the heart, and then sow these, and plant these from heaven, and you must fetch it out of heaven, else it is naught; | the Lord must break the heart, and then sow these, and plant these from heaven, and you must fetch it out of heaven, Else it is nought; | dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc av vvb d, cc vvi d p-acp n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av pp-f n1, av pn31 vbz pix; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10521 | for when the Lord works saving desires indeed, he ever sows them in a broken heart, which is throughly broken indeed; | for when the Lord works Saving Desires indeed, he ever Sovus them in a broken heart, which is thoroughly broken indeed; | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz vvg n2 av, pns31 av n2 pno32 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vbz av-j vvn av; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10522 | when God sets the smoaking flax on fire (which are desires) he first bruiseth the reed it self. | when God sets the smoking flax on fire (which Are Desires) he First bruiseth the reed it self. | c-crq np1 vvz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp n1 (r-crq vbr n2) pns31 ord vvz dt n1 pn31 n1. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1800 | Page 75 |
10523 | Secondly, The subject in which these desires are; a man hath a Son and a Servant; | Secondly, The Subject in which these Desires Are; a man hath a Son and a Servant; | ord, dt n-jn p-acp r-crq d n2 vbr; dt n1 vhz dt n1 cc dt n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 75 |
10524 | the Son hath all his desires granted him, because he hath a sonly spirit; all the Father hath is for him, that may be good for him; | the Son hath all his Desires granted him, Because he hath a sonly Spirit; all the Father hath is for him, that may be good for him; | dt n1 vhz d po31 n2 vvd pno31, c-acp pns31 vhz dt av-j n1; d dt n1 vhz vbz p-acp pno31, cst vmb vbi j p-acp pno31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 75 |
10525 | a Servant desires importunately, but he prays from the spirit of a Servant, and all that his Master hath is not for him; | a Servant Desires importunately, but he prays from the Spirit of a Servant, and all that his Master hath is not for him; | dt n1 vvz av-j, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d d po31 n1 vhz vbz xx p-acp pno31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 75 |
10526 | and therefore if he pray for the inheritance or a part of it, of the portion of the Son, shall he have it? no, he shall have what is fit for a Servant; | and Therefore if he pray for the inheritance or a part of it, of the portion of the Son, shall he have it? no, he shall have what is fit for a Servant; | cc av cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb pns31 vhi pn31? uh-dx, pns31 vmb vhi r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 75 |
10528 | these praying and desiring from a son-like spirit, all that God hath being theirs, they shall have it; | these praying and desiring from a sonlike Spirit, all that God hath being theirs, they shall have it; | d vvg cc vvg p-acp dt j n1, d cst np1 vhz vbg png32, pns32 vmb vhi pn31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10529 | and hence Psal. 145. 18, 19, 20. He will fulfil the desires of them that fear him, | and hence Psalm 145. 18, 19, 20. He will fulfil the Desires of them that Fear him, | cc av np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10530 | and love him, and delight themselves in him; for that is the son-like disposition; | and love him, and delight themselves in him; for that is the sonlike disposition; | cc vvb pno31, cc vvi px32 p-acp pno31; p-acp d vbz dt j n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10531 | when he is cut short of all comfort in the world, nay, when he may have his fill of them, | when he is Cut short of all Comfort in the world, nay, when he may have his fill of them, | c-crq pns31 vbz vvn j pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, uh-x, c-crq pns31 vmb vhi po31 n1 pp-f pno32, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10532 | yet he delights in his Fathers face, love, and grace, and fellowship, and house, Psal. 27. 4. For they are heirs and coheirs with Christ, being Sons; | yet he delights in his Father's face, love, and grace, and fellowship, and house, Psalm 27. 4. For they Are Heirs and coheirs with christ, being Sons; | av pns31 vvz p-acp po31 ng1 n1, n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, np1 crd crd c-acp pns32 vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, vbg n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10533 | but now there are Servants in the house of God; shall they have their wills and lusts? no; | but now there Are Servants in the house of God; shall they have their wills and Lustiest? no; | p-acp av a-acp vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; vmb pns32 vhb po32 n2 cc n2? uh-dx; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10534 | thus it was with these foolish Virgins; | thus it was with these foolish Virgins; | av pn31 vbds p-acp d j n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10535 | they were only Servants in the house, no true Spouse or Sons, and were foolish at best, | they were only Servants in the house, no true Spouse or Sons, and were foolish At best, | pns32 vbdr av-j n2 p-acp dt n1, dx j n1 cc n2, cc vbdr j p-acp js, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10536 | and had not the spirits of Sons, but had their lusts; | and had not the spirits of Sons, but had their Lustiest; | cc vhd xx dt n2 pp-f n2, cc-acp vhd po32 n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10537 | never were espoused savingly to the Lord Jesus himself, nor laid up all their hope in him, | never were espoused savingly to the Lord jesus himself, nor laid up all their hope in him, | av-x vbdr vvn av-vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 px31, ccx vvd a-acp d po32 n1 p-acp pno31, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10538 | but were foolish and that is the ground why others desires are heard, not theirs. | but were foolish and that is the ground why Others Desires Are herd, not theirs. | cc-acp vbdr j cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq ng2-jn n2 vbr vvn, xx png32. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1801 | Page 76 |
10539 | Thirdly, Unsound desires make after a certain measure only, whereas the desires of Saints seek after this Grace without measure; | Thirdly, Unsound Desires make After a certain measure only, whereas the Desires of Saints seek After this Grace without measure; | ord, j n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1 av-j, cs dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1802 | Page 76 |
10540 | and thus the foolish Virgins fell short of the wise; all that they could get was little enough for themselves; | and thus the foolish Virgins fell short of the wise; all that they could get was little enough for themselves; | cc av dt j n2 vvd j pp-f dt j; d cst pns32 vmd vvi vbds j av-d p-acp px32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1802 | Page 76 |
10541 | but the foolish look after some of their oyl, as many a man looks upon the gifts and parts of another; | but the foolish look After Some of their oil, as many a man looks upon the Gifts and parts of Another; | cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp d pp-f po32 n1, c-acp d dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1802 | Page 76 |
10542 | Oh, saith he, if I was as honest, as humble a man as such a one! | O, Says he, if I was as honest, as humble a man as such a one! | uh, vvz pns31, cs pns11 vbds a-acp j, c-acp j dt n1 c-acp d dt pi! | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1802 | Page 76 |
10543 | and many a man sets up such a measure, and if he hath that, is well, while he wants that miserably: | and many a man sets up such a measure, and if he hath that, is well, while he Wants that miserably: | cc d dt n1 vvz a-acp d dt n1, cc cs pns31 vhz d, vbz av, cs pns31 vvz cst av-j: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1802 | Page 76 |
10544 | Look wistly upon the foolish Virgins, they did content themselves with a measure, and now they are in want of it, seek for it; | Look wistly upon the foolish Virgins, they did content themselves with a measure, and now they Are in want of it, seek for it; | vvb av p-acp dt j n2, pns32 vdd vvi px32 p-acp dt n1, cc av pns32 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f pn31, vvb p-acp pn31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1802 | Page 76 |
10545 | at first a little did content them, and now when it is spent, a little will serve them again: | At First a little did content them, and now when it is spent, a little will serve them again: | p-acp ord dt j vdd vvi pno32, cc av c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, dt j vmb vvi pno32 av: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1802 | Page 76 |
10546 | And what is their measure? 1. So much as will beautifie and adorn them before men, our Lamp is out. | And what is their measure? 1. So much as will beautify and adorn them before men, our Lamp is out. | cc r-crq vbz po32 n1? crd av av-d c-acp vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp n2, po12 n1 vbz av. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1802 | Page 76 |
10547 | 2. So much as will comfort them against the coming of Christ; | 2. So much as will Comfort them against the coming of christ; | crd av av-d c-acp vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1804 | Page 76 |
10548 | for now they were troubled that their oyl was spent, whereby they might meet the Bridegroom: | for now they were troubled that their oil was spent, whereby they might meet the Bridegroom: | p-acp av pns32 vbdr vvn cst po32 n1 vbds vvn, c-crq pns32 vmd vvi dt n1: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1804 | Page 76 |
10549 | he that desires it for a little measure of it, his desires are certainly unsound; | he that Desires it for a little measure of it, his Desires Are Certainly unsound; | pns31 cst vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, po31 n2 vbr av-j j; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1804 | Page 76 |
10550 | so much as will serve his turn (he cuts his coat according to his cloth) but he that desires it without measure, è contra, as Paul, Phil. 3. 12. That I may apprehend by any means, that for which I am apprehended: | so much as will serve his turn (he cuts his coat according to his cloth) but he that Desires it without measure, è contra, as Paul, Philip 3. 12. That I may apprehend by any means, that for which I am apprehended: | av av-d c-acp vmb vvi po31 n1 (pns31 vvz po31 n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1) cc-acp pns31 cst vvz pn31 p-acp n1, fw-la fw-la, p-acp np1, np1 crd crd cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, cst p-acp r-crq pns11 vbm vvn: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1804 | Page 76 |
10551 | As Chrysostom calls Paul that insatiabilis Dei cultor; for he makes it his last end; | As Chrysostom calls Paul that insatiabilis Dei cultor; for he makes it his last end; | p-acp np1 vvz np1 cst fw-la fw-la fw-la; p-acp pns31 vvz pn31 po31 ord n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1804 | Page 76 |
10552 | as he that desires wealth without measure, though he gets not all the wealth of the world, | as he that Desires wealth without measure, though he gets not all the wealth of the world, | c-acp pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp n1, cs pns31 vvz xx d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1804 | Page 76 |
10553 | yet the more he hath, the more he craves; this his fleshly lust is his last end. | yet the more he hath, the more he craves; this his fleshly lust is his last end. | av dt av-dc pns31 vhz, dt av-dc pns31 vvz; d po31 j n1 vbz po31 ord n1. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1804 | Page 76 |
10554 | Obj. But he may desire it without measure for his own ends. Ans. I confess 'tis true; | Object But he may desire it without measure for his own ends. Ans. I confess it's true; | np1 p-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n2. np1 pns11 vvb pn31|vbz j; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1805 | Page 76 |
10555 | for men may desire honor and no honor but by gifts, and no gifts but by grace; | for men may desire honour and no honour but by Gifts, and no Gifts but by grace; | p-acp n2 vmb vvi n1 cc dx n1 cc-acp p-acp n2, cc dx n2 cc-acp p-acp n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1806 | Page 76 |
10556 | and hence may desire infinitely, but yet it is but a measure, viz. to serve his own ends, but not the Lords ends; to set up himself; | and hence may desire infinitely, but yet it is but a measure, viz. to serve his own ends, but not the lords ends; to Set up himself; | cc av vmb vvi av-j, cc-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n2, cc-acp xx dt n2 n2; pc-acp vvi a-acp px31; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1806 | Page 76 |
10557 | true desire of grace, is for that which may pull down self, and make God all, Psal. 119. 4, 5. | true desire of grace, is for that which may pull down self, and make God all, Psalm 119. 4, 5. | j n1 pp-f n1, vbz p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi a-acp n1, cc vvi np1 av-d, np1 crd crd, crd | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1806 | Page 76 |
10558 | Fourthly, It is not their only desire, or the only thing they desire, viz. the good Spirit of the Lord, | Fourthly, It is not their only desire, or the only thing they desire, viz. the good Spirit of the Lord, | ord, pn31 vbz xx po32 j n1, cc dt j n1 pns32 vvb, n1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1807 | Page 76 |
10559 | and that they might not live or any thing else in them, but that the Lord may live, | and that they might not live or any thing Else in them, but that the Lord may live, | cc cst pns32 vmd xx vvi cc d n1 av p-acp pno32, cc-acp cst dt n1 vmb vvi, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1807 | Page 76 |
10560 | and his Grace and Kingdom may prevail in their hearts; the desires of Saints are only after this; | and his Grace and Kingdom may prevail in their hearts; the Desires of Saints Are only After this; | cc po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2; dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr av-j p-acp d; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1807 | Page 76 |
10561 | or if their desires are after other things, the Spirit lusts against them, 2 Sam. 23. 5. As carnal desires are after life, | or if their Desires Are After other things, the Spirit Lustiest against them, 2 Sam. 23. 5. As carnal Desires Are After life, | cc cs po32 n2 vbr a-acp j-jn n2, dt n1 n2 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd p-acp j n2 vbr p-acp n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1807 | Page 76 |
10562 | and the comforts of it, so spiritual desires are after the life of Christ in them, | and the comforts of it, so spiritual Desires Are After the life of christ in them, | cc dt n2 pp-f pn31, av j n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1807 | Page 76 |
10563 | and the comforts of the Lord thereby, Psal. 27. 3, 4. One thing I have desired, | and the comforts of the Lord thereby, Psalm 27. 3, 4. One thing I have desired, | cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av, np1 crd crd, crd crd n1 pns11 vhb vvn, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1807 | Page 76 |
10564 | and that I will seek for; | and that I will seek for; | cc cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1807 | Page 76 |
10565 | what was it? a Crown, a Kingdom? no, but that I may dwell in the Lords house for ever, and visit his Temple: | what was it? a Crown, a Kingdom? no, but that I may dwell in the lords house for ever, and visit his Temple: | r-crq vbds pn31? dt n1, dt n1? uh-dx, p-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp av, cc vvi po31 n1: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1807 | Page 76 |
10566 | Notable is that example of Abraham, Heb. 11. Two things he met with that might draw down his desires. | Notable is that Exampl of Abraham, Hebrew 11. Two things he met with that might draw down his Desires. | j vbz d n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd n2 pns31 vvd p-acp cst vmd vvi a-acp po31 n2. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1807 | Page 76 |
10567 | 1. He came to a land which God promised to give him, where he lives among enemies and in fears. | 1. He Come to a land which God promised to give him, where he lives among enemies and in fears. | crd pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2 cc p-acp n2. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1808 | Page 76 |
10568 | 2. He might have returned to another Country, and now have been better. 3. God blessed him, &c. but it was nothing he desired, only another above; | 2. He might have returned to Another Country, and now have been better. 3. God blessed him, etc. but it was nothing he desired, only Another above; | crd pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc av vhb vbn jc. crd np1 vvd pno31, av p-acp pn31 vbds pix pns31 vvd, av-j j-jn p-acp; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1809 | Page 76 |
10569 | hence God is not ashamed to be called his God; | hence God is not ashamed to be called his God; | av np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn po31 n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10570 | but the foolish Virgins fell short of this, and hence they now seek only in times of extremity: | but the foolish Virgins fell short of this, and hence they now seek only in times of extremity: | cc-acp dt j n2 vvd j pp-f d, cc av pns32 av vvb av-j p-acp n2 pp-f n1: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10571 | And this is the frame of many graceless hearts in time of extremity. 1. When all grace is gone. 2. When death is come, | And this is the frame of many graceless hearts in time of extremity. 1. When all grace is gone. 2. When death is come, | cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. crd c-crq d n1 vbz vvn. crd c-crq n1 vbz vvn, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10572 | then they seek earnestly after the Lord, and Grace; Oh their sin lies heavy! Oh then an humble heart is sweet! | then they seek earnestly After the Lord, and Grace; O their since lies heavy! O then an humble heart is sweet! | cs pns32 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, cc n1; uh po32 n1 vvz j! uh av dt j n1 vbz j! | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10573 | but before their hearts were overcome with lusts after other things; | but before their hearts were overcome with Lustiest After other things; | cc-acp p-acp po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n2 p-acp j-jn n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10574 | and this double heart every carnal heart hath, Ephes. 2. 3, fulfilling the lusts of the mind, i. e. | and this double heart every carnal heart hath, Ephesians 2. 3, fulfilling the Lustiest of the mind, i. e. | cc d j-jn n1 d j n1 vhz, np1 crd crd, vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, uh. sy. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10575 | Diabolical lusts, and lusts of the fl•sh, i. e. sensual and beastly lusts, it's the state of all men; | Diabolical Lustiest, and Lustiest of the fl•sh, i. e. sensual and beastly Lustiest, it's the state of all men; | j n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, uh. sy. j cc j n2, pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10576 | and hence promises are not made simply to mens seeking the Lord, for they may miss, | and hence promises Are not made simply to men's seeking the Lord, for they may miss, | cc av n2 vbr xx vvn av-j p-acp ng2 vvg dt n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10577 | but to them that do it with their whole heart Psal. 119. •2. Ier. 29. 13. this they never do; | but to them that do it with their Whole heart Psalm 119. •2. Jeremiah 29. 13. this they never do; | cc-acp p-acp pno32 cst vdb pn31 p-acp po32 j-jn n1 np1 crd n1. np1 crd crd d pns32 av-x vdb; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10578 | and hence men pray daily, and live in their lusting all the day after; men long in misery, but are cool in peace. SECT. IV. Quest. BUt seeing there is in Saints two Natures, flesh lusting against the spirit, and spirit against flesh; | and hence men pray daily, and live in their lusting all the day After; men long in misery, but Are cool in peace. SECT. IV. Quest. BUt seeing there is in Saints two Nature's, Flesh lusting against the Spirit, and Spirit against Flesh; | cc av n2 vvb av-j, cc vvi p-acp po32 j-vvg d dt n1 a-acp; n2 av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp vbr j p-acp n1. n1. np1 n1. p-acp vvg a-acp vbz p-acp n2 crd n2, n1 j-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1810 | Page 77 |
10579 | and a double heart in a Reprobate, whereby he desires grace and other things, how shall we distinguish them? | and a double heart in a Reprobate, whereby he Desires grace and other things, how shall we distinguish them? | cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n-jn, c-crq pns31 vvz n1 cc j-jn n2, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pno32? | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1811 | Page 77 |
10580 | Answ. 1. The lusts after grace and worldly things in an Hypocrite agree together in the same heart; | Answer 1. The Lustiest After grace and worldly things in an Hypocrite agree together in the same heart; | np1 crd dt n2 p-acp n1 cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb av p-acp dt d n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10581 | but those lusts which are after the flesh and spirit in a regenerate heart are contrary one to another, | but those Lustiest which Are After the Flesh and Spirit in a regenerate heart Are contrary one to Another, | cc-acp d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vbr j-jn crd p-acp n-jn, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10582 | and like fire and water one seeking to destroy the whole being of the other. | and like fire and water one seeking to destroy the Whole being of the other. | cc j n1 cc vvi pi vvg pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10583 | Exem. gr. A man wants the things of this world, he seeks and desires after them, riches, honor, rest, and peace; | Exempt. Great. A man Wants the things of this world, he seeks and Desires After them, riches, honour, rest, and peace; | np1. zz. dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pno32, n2, n1, n1, cc n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10584 | but thinks he, if I have no more but this, I may to hell; if no Grace; | but thinks he, if I have no more but this, I may to hell; if no Grace; | cc-acp vvz pns31, cs pns11 vhb dx dc p-acp d, pns11 vmb p-acp n1; cs dx n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10585 | hence he desires that, and so doing now he hath peace, and all is quiet with him, | hence he Desires that, and so doing now he hath peace, and all is quiet with him, | av pns31 vvz d, cc av vdg av pns31 vhz n1, cc d vbz j-jn p-acp pno31, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10586 | and goes on sweetly in a way of profession a•d prayer; | and Goes on sweetly in a Way of profession a•d prayer; | cc vvz a-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 j n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10587 | and a gracious heart is ready thus to do, and to make his head lye soft with two pillows, | and a gracious heart is ready thus to do, and to make his head lie soft with two pillows, | cc dt j n1 vbz j av pc-acp vdi, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvi j p-acp crd n2, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10588 | but yet the Spirit riseth up against this, that the soul thinks, I shall fall by this heart; | but yet the Spirit Riseth up against this, that the soul thinks, I shall fallen by this heart; | cc-acp av dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp d, cst dt n1 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10589 | Lord, how apt to rest in these lees! | Lord, how apt to rest in these lees! | n1, c-crq j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2! | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10590 | Lustiest in Hypocrites Are like brothers, that help one Another, to this end to get peace; | vvz p-acp n2 vbr j n2, cst vvb pi j-jn, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 | |
10591 | but here as enemies, to destroy such a cursed peace as that is in the Godly. | but Here as enemies, to destroy such a cursed peace as that is in the Godly. | cc-acp av c-acp n2, pc-acp vvi d dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d vbz p-acp dt j. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1812 | Page 77 |
10592 | 2. In a false heart, lusts and desires after these things are dear to them, like their limbs and best members, they cannot be nor cannot do without them; | 2. In a false heart, Lustiest and Desires After these things Are dear to them, like their limbs and best members, they cannot be nor cannot do without them; | crd p-acp dt j n1, n2 cc vvz p-acp d n2 vbr j-jn p-acp pno32, av-j po32 n2 cc js n2, pns32 vmbx vbi ccx vmbx vdi p-acp pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10593 | but in Saints they are sores and blains, and so hated of them; | but in Saints they Are sores and blains, and so hated of them; | cc-acp p-acp n2 pns32 vbr n2 cc n2, cc av vvn pp-f pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10594 | ex. gr. Let a man have a full table, and fair estate, and outward blessings, promising much, | ex. Great. Let a man have a full table, and fair estate, and outward blessings, promising much, | fw-la. zz. vvb dt n1 vhi dt j n1, cc j n1, cc j n2, vvg d, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10595 | and the Ordinances of God, and a heart to follow God there; now see him lively in the service of God; | and the Ordinances of God, and a heart to follow God there; now see him lively in the service of God; | cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp; av vvb pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10656 | but the Spirit of life indeed destroyeth the man, and ••ays corruption, and hence he resists; | but the Spirit of life indeed Destroyeth the man, and ••ays corruption, and hence he resists; | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av vvz dt n1, cc vvz n1, cc av pns31 vvz; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10596 | but let him be brought to extremities, and want of all this, and fears of poverty, estate wasteth, poverty appears, many rates come in, and the wife crys out; | but let him be brought to extremities, and want of all this, and fears of poverty, estate wastes, poverty appears, many rates come in, and the wife cries out; | cc-acp vvb pno31 vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc n1 pp-f d d, cc n2 pp-f n1, n1 vvz, n1 vvz, d n2 vvb p-acp, cc dt n1 vvz av; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10597 | now he falls down to the earth in discontent or worldliness, and his life and affection to Ordinances, | now he falls down to the earth in discontent or worldliness, and his life and affection to Ordinances, | av pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n-jn cc n1, cc po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10598 | or the fervants of God, is now gone; | or the fervants of God, is now gone; | cc dt n2 pp-f np1, vbz av vvn; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10599 | as it is with a bird, when she hath two wings she can flye, but when she hath only one, | as it is with a bird, when she hath two wings she can fly, but when she hath only one, | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhz crd n2 pns31 vmb vvi, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhz av-j crd, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10600 | then she falls, and the fowler takes her, because it was a limb precious to her; so here: | then she falls, and the Fowler Takes her, Because it was a limb precious to her; so Here: | cs pns31 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz pno31, c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 j p-acp pno31; av av: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10601 | Thus it was with Davids servants at Ziglag, 1 Sam. 30. 4. all wept till they could weep no more; | Thus it was with Davids Servants At Ziklag, 1 Sam. 30. 4. all wept till they could weep no more; | av pn31 vbds p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd av-d vvd c-acp pns32 vmd vvi av-dx av-dc; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10602 | but here it was otherwise with David, he could flye to God without those wings; | but Here it was otherwise with David, he could fly to God without those wings; | p-acp av pn31 vbds av p-acp np1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10603 | so when God gives a man a condition not so great as he would, and the heart lusts after so much, and God crosseth; | so when God gives a man a condition not so great as he would, and the heart Lustiest After so much, and God Crosseth; | av c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 dt n1 xx av j c-acp pns31 vmd, cc dt n1 n2 p-acp av av-d, cc np1 vvz; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10604 | he cannot be content with a little, or with a mean estate, because his lust is his limb, he cannot suffer it to be cut off, or be pa••d; | he cannot be content with a little, or with a mean estate, Because his lust is his limb, he cannot suffer it to be Cut off, or be pa••d; | pns31 vmbx vbi j p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j n1, c-acp po31 n1 vbz po31 n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, cc vbi vvn; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10605 | if a man hath a wooden leg, he can cut it answerable to his shoo, but if but a limb, he must have his shooe cut answerable to his leg; | if a man hath a wooden leg, he can Cut it answerable to his shoo, but if but a limb, he must have his shoe Cut answerable to his leg; | cs dt n1 vhz dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 j p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp cs p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vhi po31 n1 vvd j p-acp po31 n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 77 |
10606 | because it is his limb, no cutting of that le•s; oh it is dear: | Because it is his limb, no cutting of that le•s; o it is dear: | c-acp pn31 vbz po31 n1, dx n-vvg pp-f d n2; uh pn31 vbz j-jn: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 78 |
10607 | So it is with a man that hath a lust after any thing, it is dear, | So it is with a man that hath a lust After any thing, it is dear, | av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vhz dt n1 p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz j-jn, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 78 |
10608 | and hence he is said to live in them, and to be in the flesh; | and hence he is said to live in them, and to be in the Flesh; | cc av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 78 |
10609 | but the desires after these things in a gracious heart, they are blains, they can be without them; | but the Desires After these things in a gracious heart, they Are blains, they can be without them; | cc-acp dt n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vbr n2, pns32 vmb vbi p-acp pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 78 |
10610 | Oh never such a happiness if the Lord would dead them to me, Gal. 5. 24. they that are in Christ have crucified the flesh, with the affections and lusts thereof. | O never such a happiness if the Lord would dead them to me, Gal. 5. 24. they that Are in christ have Crucified the Flesh, with the affections and Lustiest thereof. | uh av d dt n1 cs dt n1 vmd j pno32 p-acp pno11, np1 crd crd pns32 d vbr p-acp np1 vhb vvn dt n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 av. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1813 | Page 78 |
10611 | 3. The lusts and desires in a false heart are reigning lusts, and make the lusts after grace and holiness serve them; | 3. The Lustiest and Desires in a false heart Are reigning Lustiest, and make the Lustiest After grace and holiness serve them; | crd dt n2 cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 vbr vvg n2, cc vvi dt n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvi pno32; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10612 | but è contra in a holy heart. Ex. gr. A man prays for the love of God, and the Spirit of grace, | but è contra in a holy heart. Ex. Great. A man prays for the love of God, and the Spirit of grace, | cc-acp fw-la fw-la p-acp dt j n1. np1 zz. dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10613 | and 'tis affectionate, but yet 'tis ever for some lust: | and it's affectionate, but yet it's ever for Some lust: | cc pn31|vbz j, cc-acp av pn31|vbz av p-acp d n1: | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10614 | Iam. 4. 3. a man desires grace to perfect his gifts, and gifts to deck him, | Iam. 4. 3. a man Desires grace to perfect his Gifts, and Gifts to deck him, | np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10615 | and purchase him honor before men; | and purchase him honour before men; | cc vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n2; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10616 | a man desires grace to quiet his conscience in assurance of Gods love, and pardon of sin, that he may live the more peaceably with his sin, Isa. 58. 3, 4. Now in a gracious heart, the desires of these things serve the desires after grace; | a man Desires grace to quiet his conscience in assurance of God's love, and pardon of since, that he may live the more peaceably with his since, Isaiah 58. 3, 4. Now in a gracious heart, the Desires of these things serve the Desires After grace; | dt n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt av-dc av-j p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd av p-acp dt j n1, dt n2 pp-f d n2 vvi dt n2 p-acp n1; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10844 | but the Lord that hath come to thee knocking, open the door that he may come in and feast; | but the Lord that hath come to thee knocking, open the door that he may come in and feast; | cc-acp dt n1 cst vhz vvn p-acp pno21 vvg, av-j dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp cc n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10617 | for he desires the things of this world to be the more holy, Prov. 30. 7, 8. Feed me with food convenient, that I may not tempt thee; | for he Desires the things of this world to be the more holy, Curae 30. 7, 8. Feed me with food convenient, that I may not tempt thee; | c-acp pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j, np1 crd crd, crd vvb pno11 p-acp n1 j, cst pns11 vmb xx vvi pno21; | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10618 | he desires, and hath them for Israels sake, 2 Sam. 5. 12. Like a Tradesman, he buys and sells, | he Desires, and hath them for Israel's sake, 2 Sam. 5. 12. Like a Tradesman, he buys and sells, | pns31 vvz, cc vhz pno32 p-acp npg1 n1, crd np1 crd crd j dt n1, pns31 vvz cc vvz, | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10619 | but it is for gain, Phil. 1. 20. Oh consider of these things, and if your hearts have had only such false desires as these, know it, that as verily as these Virgins were shut out, so shall you another day. | but it is for gain, Philip 1. 20. O Consider of these things, and if your hearts have had only such false Desires as these, know it, that as verily as these Virgins were shut out, so shall you Another day. | cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, np1 crd crd uh vvb pp-f d n2, cc cs po22 n2 vhb vhn av-j d j n2 c-acp d, vvb pn31, cst c-acp av-j c-acp d n2 vbdr vvn av, av vmb pn22 j-jn n1. | (39) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10620 | CHAP. XIII. The desires and endeavors of Hypocrites after Grace are not lasting. SECT. I. | CHAP. XIII. The Desires and endeavors of Hypocrites After Grace Are not lasting. SECT. I. | np1 np1. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 vbr xx j. n1. np1 | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1814 | Page 78 |
10621 | THat foolish Virgins in their first endeavors after the Spirit of Grace, |
THat foolish Virgins in their First endeavors After the Spirit of Grace, usually cease from seeking farther, | cst j n2 p-acp po32 ord n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j vvb p-acp vvg av-jc, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1815 | Page 78 |
10622 | before they have got that measure and fulness of it which will continue to the last. Or, | before they have god that measure and fullness of it which will continue to the last. Or, | c-acp pns32 vhb vvn d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt ord. cc, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1815 | Page 78 |
10623 | That there is ever a cessation in the first endeavors of carnal professors from seeking after that measure of grace which will indeed last and continue until their meeting with, | That there is ever a cessation in the First endeavors of carnal professors from seeking After that measure of grace which will indeed last and continue until their meeting with, | d a-acp vbz av dt n1 p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vmb av vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1816 | Page 78 |
10624 | and appearing before the Lord Iesus Christ. | and appearing before the Lord Iesus christ. | cc vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1816 | Page 78 |
10625 | For these Virgins here did seek after the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Spirit of Christ, | For these Virgins Here did seek After the Lord jesus christ, and the Spirit of christ, | p-acp d n2 av vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1817 | Page 78 |
10626 | and hence did get that measure which lighted their lamps for a good season; and they contented themselves with this, and gave over seeking untill it is too late; | and hence did get that measure which lighted their lamps for a good season; and they contented themselves with this, and gave over seeking until it is too late; | cc av vdd vvi d n1 r-crq vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1; cc pns32 vvd px32 p-acp d, cc vvd p-acp vvg c-acp pn31 vbz av j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1817 | Page 78 |
10627 | and therefore now they say, Give us of your oyl, our Lamps are o•t: | and Therefore now they say, Give us of your oil, our Lamps Are o•t: | cc av av pns32 vvb, vvb pno12 pp-f po22 n1, po12 n2 vbr j: | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1817 | Page 78 |
10628 | These foolish Virgins when they had got somewhat, they are carried with abundance of affection and profession, they think themselves as good as the best, | These foolish Virgins when they had god somewhat, they Are carried with abundance of affection and profession, they think themselves as good as the best, | d j n2 c-crq pns32 vhd vvn av, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb px32 p-acp j c-acp dt js, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1817 | Page 78 |
10629 | and what need they seek for more! and then grow secure and fall asleep until all is spent. | and what need they seek for more! and then grow secure and fallen asleep until all is spent. | cc r-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp av-dc! cc av vvb j cc vvi j c-acp d vbz vvn. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1817 | Page 78 |
10630 | The Scripture is pregnant every where for this. But let us look and see the causes of this. | The Scripture is pregnant every where for this. But let us look and see the Causes of this. | dt n1 vbz j d q-crq p-acp d. cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1817 | Page 79 |
10631 | First, Sometime it is because they know not what that measure is which doth accompany salvation; | First, Sometime it is Because they know not what that measure is which does accompany salvation; | ord, av pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vvb xx r-crq cst n1 vbz r-crq vdz vvi n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10632 | but they set up an imagination of their own heads, which is a false image of Saving-grace, | but they Set up an imagination of their own Heads, which is a false image of Saving grace, | cc-acp pns32 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10633 | and when they have that, now they think all is well, and they go no further. | and when they have that, now they think all is well, and they go no further. | cc c-crq pns32 vhb d, av pns32 vvb d vbz av, cc pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10634 | Iudg. 2. 11, 12. People that know not the Lord, nor the po•er of his grace, will set up other gods, | Judges 2. 11, 12. People that know not the Lord, nor the po•er of his grace, will Set up other God's, | np1 crd crd, crd n1 cst vvb xx dt n1, ccx dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb vvi a-acp j-jn n2, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10635 | and serve them, and there rest; | and serve them, and there rest; | cc vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10636 | until it is with them, as it was with those, when the anger of the Lord wax•th hot, | until it is with them, as it was with those, when the anger of the Lord wax•th hight, | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp d, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz j, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10637 | and spoilers come, now they cry unto the Lord; | and spoilers come, now they cry unto the Lord; | cc n2 vvb, av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10657 | and now saith the soul, I never felt my heart so vile as now; and hence, saith Paul, Sin revived, and led me captive, Oh wr•tched man ! | and now Says the soul, I never felt my heart so vile as now; and hence, Says Paul, since revived, and led me captive, O wr•tched man! | cc av vvz dt n1, pns11 av-x vvd po11 n1 av j c-acp av; cc av, vvz np1, n1 vvn, cc vvd pno11 j-jn, uh j n1! | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10638 | What is the reason why many a man falls short of the righteousness which is of God, viz. of Faith? Because he sets up in his head a righteousness of his own; | What is the reason why many a man falls short of the righteousness which is of God, viz. of Faith? Because he sets up in his head a righteousness of his own; | q-crq vbz dt n1 c-crq d dt n1 vvz j pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f np1, n1 pp-f n1? p-acp pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 d; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10639 | and if I get that, then I hope the Lord will accept me, and forgive me; | and if I get that, then I hope the Lord will accept me, and forgive me; | cc cs pns11 vvb cst, cs pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi pno11, cc vvb pno11; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10640 | and hence Rom. 9. 31, 32. why did they miss of it? Because they sought it by a righteousness which is of their own; | and hence Rom. 9. 31, 32. why did they miss of it? Because they sought it by a righteousness which is of their own; | cc av np1 crd crd, crd q-crq vdd pns32 vvi pp-f pn31? p-acp pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz pp-f po32 d; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10641 | so why do many miss of Faith? because they think it is an assurance; or when a man rests upon Christ, not considering the need of an Almighty power; | so why do many miss of Faith? Because they think it is an assurance; or when a man rests upon christ, not considering the need of an Almighty power; | av q-crq vdb d n1 pp-f n1? c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1; cc c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, xx vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10642 | and hence the Apostle prays for this, Ephes. 1. 19. So for Repentance, why do men fall short of it? they think it is when Gods anger is exprest, the soul then comes to seek the Lord, | and hence the Apostle prays for this, Ephesians 1. 19. So for Repentance, why do men fallen short of it? they think it is when God's anger is expressed, the soul then comes to seek the Lord, | cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp d, np1 crd crd av p-acp n1, q-crq vdb n2 vvi j pp-f pn31? pns32 vvb pn31 vbz c-crq npg1 n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 av vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10643 | and findes some comfort Psal. 78. Matth. 3. and so runs away with it: So for Holiness, they think it is to be like others; | and finds Some Comfort Psalm 78. Matthew 3. and so runs away with it: So for Holiness, they think it is to be like Others; | cc vvz d n1 np1 crd np1 crd cc av vvz av p-acp pn31: av p-acp n1, pns32 vvb pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi j n2-jn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10644 | and then well, they think these are the men that shall live, and are happy; | and then well, they think these Are the men that shall live, and Are happy; | cc av av, pns32 vvb d vbr dt n2 cst vmb vvi, cc vbr j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10645 | and look as it is like it was at Babel, when head and tongues were confounded, one calls for a Brick, the other brings him a Trowel, Hammer or Tile, | and look as it is like it was At Babel, when head and tongues were confounded, one calls for a Brick, the other brings him a Trowel, Hammer or Tile, | cc vvb c-acp pn31 vbz av-j pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq n1 cc n2 vbdr vvn, pi vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n-jn vvz pno31 dt n1, n1 cc np1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10646 | because he did but imagine what he spake, and so understood not his language; So 'tis here; | Because he did but imagine what he spoke, and so understood not his language; So it's Here; | c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvd, cc av vvd xx po31 n1; av pn31|vbz av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10647 | men read and hear God speak, and Ministers call for Faith, and knowledge of God; but earthly minds cannot understand heavenly language; | men read and hear God speak, and Ministers call for Faith, and knowledge of God; but earthly minds cannot understand heavenly language; | n2 vvn cc vvi np1 vvi, cc n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f np1; cc-acp j n2 vmbx vvi j n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10648 | and hence they imagine that is Faith and Repentance which indeed is not, and so miss of that which indeed else would continue; | and hence they imagine that is Faith and Repentance which indeed is not, and so miss of that which indeed Else would continue; | cc av pns32 vvb cst vbz n1 cc n1 r-crq av vbz xx, cc av vvb pp-f d r-crq av av vmd vvi; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10649 | and this is the misery of many thousands that in seeing see not. | and this is the misery of many thousands that in seeing see not. | cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d crd d p-acp vvg vvb xx. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10650 | The experience of the work of grace, makes men savingly to know what Grace is, Iohn 5. 37, 38. Now men graceless never felt it in the life and power of it, and therefore cannot tell it. | The experience of the work of grace, makes men savingly to know what Grace is, John 5. 37, 38. Now men graceless never felt it in the life and power of it, and Therefore cannot tell it. | dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz n2 av-vvg p-acp vvb r-crq n1 vbz, np1 crd crd, crd av n2 j av-x vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, cc av vmbx vvi pn31. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1818 | Page 79 |
10651 | Secondly, From the nature of Common-grace; | Secondly, From the nature of common-grace; | ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10652 | the nature of which is as the Apostle speaks of lifeless knowledge, 1 Cor. 8. 1 to puff up; it never leaves the soul more sensible of his vileness, | the nature of which is as the Apostle speaks of Lifeless knowledge, 1 Cor. 8. 1 to puff up; it never leaves the soul more sensible of his vileness, | dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f j n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp n1 a-acp; pn31 av-x vvz dt n1 av-dc j pp-f po31 n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10653 | as Saving-grace doth, Ezek 16 ult. and so makes a man never rest in seeking after the Lord; | as Saving grace does, Ezekiel 16 ult. and so makes a man never rest in seeking After the Lord; | c-acp n1 vdz, np1 crd n1. cc av vvz dt n1 av-x vvi p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10654 | but makes the soul feel himself full, and hence the stomack is gone from seeking after more, as Rev. 3. 17. She thought she was rich, &c. The Spirit of Grace which is but common, that heals a vile, proud heart, it easeth him, it quiets him, in healing some sin, which lies sore on the conscience; | but makes the soul feel himself full, and hence the stomach is gone from seeking After more, as Rev. 3. 17. She Thought she was rich, etc. The Spirit of Grace which is but Common, that heals a vile, proud heart, it eases him, it quiets him, in healing Some since, which lies soar on the conscience; | cc-acp vvz dt n1 vvb px31 j, cc av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg a-acp av-dc, c-acp n1 crd crd pns31 vvd pns31 vbds j, av dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz p-acp j, cst vvz dt j, j n1, pn31 vvz pno31, pn31 vvz pno31, p-acp vvg d n1, r-crq vvz av-j p-acp dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10655 | it heals and quiets the man, so he is well, needs no repentance; | it heals and quiets the man, so he is well, needs no Repentance; | pn31 vvz cc vvz dt n1, av pns31 vbz av, av dx n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10658 | as it is with a Prince, if any great ones come and serve him, he likes them, this gives him rest, settles him in his Throne; | as it is with a Prince, if any great ones come and serve him, he likes them, this gives him rest, settles him in his Throne; | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs d j pi2 vvb cc vvi pno31, pns31 vvz pno32, d vvz pno31 n1, vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10659 | but if any one come to reign over him, now he gathers all his strength to oppose: | but if any one come to Reign over him, now he gathers all his strength to oppose: | cc-acp cs d pi vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, av pns31 vvz d po31 n1 pc-acp vvi: | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10660 | So Common grace it ever comes as a servant to corrupt; | So Common grace it ever comes as a servant to corrupt; | av j n1 pn31 av vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10661 | and hence take a man of best wit and parts, he turns them against the Lord, and makes them serve himself. | and hence take a man of best wit and parts, he turns them against the Lord, and makes them serve himself. | cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f js n1 cc n2, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno32 vvi px31. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1819 | Page 79 |
10662 | Thirdly, From an apprehension of this difficulty, and an unwillingness in the heart to break thorow the difficulty of seeking after the Lord; | Thirdly, From an apprehension of this difficulty, and an unwillingness in the heart to break thorough the difficulty of seeking After the Lord; | ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 79 |
10663 | many a man sees (as Dives in hell, Abraham afar off ) Grace, and God, and Christ afar off; | many a man sees (as Dives in hell, Abraham afar off) Grace, and God, and christ afar off; | d dt n1 vvz (c-acp vvz p-acp n1, np1 av p-acp) n1, cc np1, cc np1 av a-acp; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 79 |
10664 | but there is a great gulf between them and Grace; | but there is a great gulf between them and Grace; | cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno32 cc n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 79 |
10665 | now to be watching, fasting, seeking the Lord diligently, to follow the Lord hard, Psal. 63. to keep the heart lamenting till the Lord comes, this is hard, as Heb. •. 'tis said, They could not enter in because of unbellef. | now to be watching, fasting, seeking the Lord diligently, to follow the Lord hard, Psalm 63. to keep the heart lamenting till the Lord comes, this is hard, as Hebrew •. it's said, They could not enter in Because of Unbelief. | av pc-acp vbi vvg, vvg, vvg dt n1 av-j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j, np1 crd p-acp vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz, d vbz j, c-acp np1 •. pn31|vbz vvn, pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp c-acp pp-f fw-fr. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 79 |
10666 | 1. They thought they could never overcome. 2. They thought the Lord did therefore hate them, Deut. 1. 27. They did not regard the strength of God; | 1. They Thought they could never overcome. 2. They Thought the Lord did Therefore hate them, Deuteronomy 1. 27. They did not regard the strength of God; | crd pns32 vvd pns32 vmd av-x vvi. crd pns32 vvd dt n1 vdd av vvi pno32, np1 crd crd pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10667 | they shall be but bread for us saith Caleb; |
they shall be but bred for us Says Caleb; they could not believe that to be bred that is so hazzardful. | pns32 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 vvz np1; pns32 vmd xx vvi cst pc-acp vbi n1 cst vbz av j. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10668 | So 'tis with many a man; and hence he sits down with desires and hopes, and so perisheth; the sluggards desires slay him; | So it's with many a man; and hence he sits down with Desires and hope's, and so Perishes; the sluggards Desires slay him; | av pn31|vbz p-acp d dt n1; cc av pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av vvz; dt n2 n2 vvb pno31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10669 | hence many complain of difficulty, but never break difficulties, and so perish; and so not like to the Merchant that goes far for pearl. | hence many complain of difficulty, but never break difficulties, and so perish; and so not like to the Merchant that Goes Far for pearl. | av av-d vvi pp-f n1, cc-acp av-x vvb n2, cc av vvi; cc av xx av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vvz av-j p-acp n1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10670 | It is his business, and no storms no• ill weather drive him to desire the smoak of his chimney, till he hath got them, he hath now resolved to venture all for, Prov. 2. 5. if thou dig for silver, &c. many prize Christ and Grace, Oh that I had it, | It is his business, and no storms no• ill weather drive him to desire the smoke of his chimney, till he hath god them, he hath now resolved to venture all for, Curae 2. 5. if thou dig for silver, etc. many prize christ and Grace, O that I had it, | pn31 vbz po31 n1, cc dx n2 n1 j-jn n1 vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32, pns31 vhz av vvn pc-acp vvi d p-acp, np1 crd crd cs pns21 vvb p-acp n1, av d n1 np1 cc n1, uh cst pns11 vhd pn31, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10671 | but are •oth to dig for it, they love their ease so well, and hence rest in their desire after it; but indeed miss it; | but Are •oth to dig for it, they love their ease so well, and hence rest in their desire After it; but indeed miss it; | cc-acp vbr av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pns32 vvb po32 n1 av av, cc av vvb p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pn31; cc-acp av vvb pn31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10672 | and hence many can come to, and follow God in outward Ordinances, but never find fruit and comfort in any of them, | and hence many can come to, and follow God in outward Ordinances, but never find fruit and Comfort in any of them, | cc av d vmb vvi p-acp, cc vvi np1 p-acp j n2, cc-acp av-x vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10673 | because of difficulty, yet sit down content because they seek for Ordinances, as Prov. 12. 27. The sluggard roasts not what he had •ook in hunting; | Because of difficulty, yet fit down content Because they seek for Ordinances, as Curae 12. 27. The sluggard roasts not what he had •ook in hunting; | c-acp pp-f n1, av vvb a-acp j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n2, c-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp vvg; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10674 | there is a very great delight in coming to Ordinances, as travellers under the shadow, but then to climb the tree that is hard, and hence lose the fruit; | there is a very great delight in coming to Ordinances, as travellers under the shadow, but then to climb the tree that is hard, and hence loose the fruit; | a-acp vbz dt av j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2, c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbz j, cc av vvb dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10675 | and hence God seeing a man love his sloth, and hath that base esteem of his Grace, | and hence God seeing a man love his sloth, and hath that base esteem of his Grace, | cc av np1 vvg dt n1 vvb po31 n1, cc vhz d j n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10676 | as that he will not follow so hard after it as he hath done after his lusts, let's loose Satan, | as that he will not follow so hard After it as he hath done After his Lustiest, let's lose Satan, | c-acp cst pns31 vmb xx vvi av av-j c-acp pn31 c-acp pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po31 n2, vvb|pno12 vvi np1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10677 | and he comes and stakes down a sinner in this, God must do all, and there he rests, and so he falls short; | and he comes and stakes down a sinner in this, God must do all, and there he rests, and so he falls short; | cc pns31 vvz cc vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp d, np1 vmb vdi d, cc a-acp pns31 vvz, cc av pns31 vvz j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10678 | like one that comes to Husbandmen, and tells them they have taken much pains and care to get their ground good to bring forth much, | like one that comes to Husbandmen, and tells them they have taken much pains and care to get their ground good to bring forth much, | av-j pi cst vvz p-acp n2, cc vvz pno32 pns32 vhb vvn d n2 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 j pc-acp vvi av av-d, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10679 | but for time to come their ground shall bring forth fruit without planting or sowing, only reap you the fruit, it would be good news to them, | but for time to come their ground shall bring forth fruit without planting or sowing, only reap you the fruit, it would be good news to them, | cc-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 vmb vvi av n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg, av-j vvb pn22 dt n1, pn31 vmd vbi j n1 p-acp pno32, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10680 | and they beleive it, and then when the year comes about, they are to seek for corn; | and they believe it, and then when the year comes about, they Are to seek for corn; | cc pns32 vvb pn31, cc av c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp, pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10681 | so this affects, and here they rest, and by this means want. | so this affects, and Here they rest, and by this means want. | av d n2, cc av pns32 vvb, cc p-acp d n2 vvb. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1820 | Page 80 |
10682 | Fourthly, From feeling the unprofitableness of seeking the Lord through difficulties, and hence they give over but a little before they finde that that will continue. | Fourthly, From feeling the unprofitableness of seeking the Lord through difficulties, and hence they give over but a little before they find that that will continue. | ord, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp n2, cc av pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt j c-acp pns32 vvb cst d vmb vvi. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1821 | Page 80 |
10683 | 1. Some follow the Lord for carnal ends, as Iudas did, but he finding the purse grow lank, | 1. some follow the Lord for carnal ends, as Iudas did, but he finding the purse grow lank, | crd d vvb dt n1 p-acp j n2, c-acp np1 vdd, cc-acp pns31 vvg dt n1 vvb j, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1822 | Page 80 |
10684 | and the bag empty, he forsakes the Lord. 2. Some for comfort, and hence pray and mourn; | and the bag empty, he forsakes the Lord. 2. some for Comfort, and hence pray and mourn; | cc dt n1 j, pns31 vvz dt n1. crd d p-acp n1, cc av vvb cc vvi; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1822 | Page 80 |
10685 | and hence Mal. 3. 14. what profit is there that we have walked so? as it was with Naomi, when she returned home, both her daughters accompany her some part of her way, Return again, saith she, to your friends, here is no Husband for you where I go; | and hence Malachi 3. 14. what profit is there that we have walked so? as it was with Naomi, when she returned home, both her daughters accompany her Some part of her Way, Return again, Says she, to your Friends, Here is no Husband for you where I go; | cc av np1 crd crd r-crq n1 vbz a-acp cst pns12 vhb vvn av? c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd av-an, d po31 n2 vvi pno31 d n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb av, vvz pns31, p-acp po22 n2, av vbz dx n1 p-acp pn22 c-crq pns11 vvb; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1823 | Page 80 |
10686 | the one would not be beaten off, it is not a Husband I came for, but a God; thy God shallbe my God; | the one would not be beaten off, it is not a Husband I Come for, but a God; thy God shall my God; | dt pi vmd xx vbi vvn a-acp, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pns11 vvd p-acp, cc-acp dt n1; po21 np1 vmb po11 np1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1823 | Page 80 |
10687 | the other hearing her speeches, and loving her Fathers house, and Country, goes back, not without some affection; so it is here; | the other hearing her Speeches, and loving her Father's house, and Country, Goes back, not without Some affection; so it is Here; | dt n-jn vvg po31 n2, cc vvg po31 ng1 n1, cc n1, vvz av, xx p-acp d n1; av pn31 vbz av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1823 | Page 80 |
10688 | whereas Faith will cry the more. | whereas Faith will cry the more. | cs n1 vmb vvi dt av-dc. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1823 | Page 80 |
10689 | Fifthly, From the offences which usually Satan casts in when they are in the heat of their first endeavours; | Fifthly, From the offences which usually Satan Cast in when they Are in the heat of their First endeavours; | ord, p-acp dt n2 r-crq av-j np1 vvz p-acp c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 ord n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1824 | Page 80 |
10690 | as the stony ground being offended fell away. As, 1. Persecution, and hence they fall; a childe begins to look towards God; | as the stony ground being offended fell away. As, 1. Persecution, and hence they fallen; a child begins to look towards God; | c-acp dt j n1 vbg vvn vvd av. p-acp, crd n1, cc av pns32 vvb; dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1824 | Page 80 |
10691 | the Father, Mother, Friends scoff and reproach. | the Father, Mother, Friends scoff and reproach. | dt n1, n1, n2 vvb cc n1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1825 | Page 80 |
10692 | 2. Corrupt Teachers, Matth. 24. that like false Christs deceive, and put a world of scruples into mens heads, and then lead them away; | 2. Corrupt Teachers, Matthew 24. that like false Christ deceive, and put a world of scruples into men's Heads, and then led them away; | crd j n2, np1 crd cst av-j j npg1 vvi, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp ng2 n2, cc av vvb pno32 av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1826 | Page 80 |
10693 | as the Galatia•s that would pull out their eyes for Paul, yet by love and smooth carriage of false Teachers so plausible, they fell off strangely. | as the Galatia•s that would pull out their eyes for Paul, yet by love and smooth carriage of false Teachers so plausible, they fell off strangely. | c-acp dt n2 cst vmd vvi av po32 n2 p-acp np1, av p-acp n1 cc j n1 pp-f j n2 av j, pns32 vvd a-acp av-j. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1826 | Page 80 |
10694 | 3. Corrupt company, women or men; | 3. Corrupt company, women or men; | crd j n1, n2 cc n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1827 | Page 80 |
10695 | many strong men have fallen by the one, and men also who having a form of godliness, | many strong men have fallen by the one, and men also who having a from of godliness, | d j n2 vhb vvn p-acp dt crd, cc n2 av r-crq vhg dt n1 pp-f n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1827 | Page 80 |
10696 | yet denying the power of it, their hearts be taken in these snares. | yet denying the power of it, their hearts be taken in these snares. | av vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31, po32 n2 vbb vvn p-acp d n2. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1827 | Page 80 |
10697 | 4. Some hard point of doctrine, Ioh. 6. 60, 66. something is preacht that is cross to our apprehensions; | 4. some hard point of Doctrine, John 6. 60, 66. something is preached that is cross to our apprehensions; | crd d j n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, crd pi vbz vvd cst vbz j p-acp po12 n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1828 | Page 80 |
10698 | Ile never believe it, say they; and away they fall. | I'll never believe it, say they; and away they fallen. | pns11|vmb av-x vvi pn31, vvb pno32; cc av pns32 vvb. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1828 | Page 80 |
10699 | Sixthly, Because of false comforts which usually men meet with before they get that which will abide in them, in their worst hours; and this quiets all. 1. From themselves; | Sixthly, Because of false comforts which usually men meet with before they get that which will abide in them, in their worst hours; and this quiets all. 1. From themselves; | j, c-acp pp-f j n2 r-crq av-j n2 vvi p-acp a-acp pns32 vvb cst r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno32, p-acp po32 js n2; cc d vvz d. crd p-acp px32; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1829 | Page 81 |
10700 | A man sees Christ only can redeem him by price, but he feels no need of Christ to redeem him by power; | A man sees christ only can Redeem him by price, but he feels no need of christ to Redeem him by power; | dt n1 vvz np1 av-j vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz dx n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1830 | Page 81 |
10701 | and now seeing what a miserable creature he is, stays himself upon the Lord, and that it may be by some word which he hears. | and now seeing what a miserable creature he is, stays himself upon the Lord, and that it may be by Some word which he hears. | cc av vvg r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz, vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, cc cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1830 | Page 81 |
10702 | Iohn 8. 30, 31. when they heard that, they believed; | John 8. 30, 31. when they herd that, they believed; | np1 crd crd, crd c-crq pns32 vvd cst, pns32 vvd; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1830 | Page 81 |
10703 | yet the Lord tells them, they are not free, but were yet captive to their sin, which they need the Son himself to dye to save them from; | yet the Lord tells them, they Are not free, but were yet captive to their since, which they need the Son himself to die to save them from; | av dt n1 vvz pno32, pns32 vbr xx j, cc-acp vbdr av j-jn p-acp po32 n1, r-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 px31 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1830 | Page 81 |
10704 | and so many•a one comforts himself, and stayes here, though he have no other assurance. 2. The approbation and comfort of others, Ezek 13. 3, 4. • Strange extasies of joy which many a man meets with suddenly; | and so many•a one comforts himself, and stays Here, though he have no other assurance. 2. The approbation and Comfort of Others, Ezekiel 13. 3, 4. • Strange ecstasies of joy which many a man meets with suddenly; | cc av vhb crd vvz px31, cc vvz av, cs pns31 vhb dx j-jn n1. crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn, np1 crd crd, crd • j n2 pp-f n1 r-crq d dt n1 vvz p-acp av-j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1830 | Page 81 |
10705 | they have 〈 ◊ 〉 and drunk in Christs presence, and have been comforted at such and such a time in such a manner; | they have 〈 ◊ 〉 and drunk in Christ presence, and have been comforted At such and such a time in such a manner; | pns32 vhb 〈 sy 〉 cc vvn p-acp npg1 n1, cc vhb vbn vvn p-acp d cc d dt n1 p-acp d dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1832 | Page 81 |
10706 | this, we shall finde it, perswades men that God is theirs, without revealing the subject, viz. we be his people, | this, we shall find it, persuades men that God is theirs, without revealing the Subject, viz. we be his people, | d, pns12 vmb vvi pn31, vvz n2 cst np1 vbz png32, p-acp vvg dt n-jn, n1 pns12 vbi po31 n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1832 | Page 81 |
10707 | and that change which God hath made. SECT. II. Quest. VVHat is that measure which will last, and throughout continue? | and that change which God hath made. SECT. II Quest. What is that measure which will last, and throughout continue? | cc d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn. n1. crd n1. q-crq vbz d n1 r-crq vmb vvi, cc p-acp vvi? | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1832 | Page 81 |
10708 | Answ. I have spoken of this at large; | Answer I have spoken of this At large; | np1 pns11 vhb vvn pp-f d p-acp j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10709 | but he that loves the truth as his daily bread, will feed upon it, when ever it is set before him: | but he that loves the truth as his daily bred, will feed upon it, when ever it is Set before him: | cc-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, vmb vvi p-acp pn31, c-crq av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31: | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10710 | Now there is one thing (this is different) and I shall express my self in one thing only, viz. They give over before they have tasted and drunk the satisfing sweetness of the grace of Christ, | Now there is one thing (this is different) and I shall express my self in one thing only, viz. They give over before they have tasted and drunk the satisfing sweetness of the grace of christ, | av pc-acp vbz crd n1 (d vbz j) cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp crd n1 av-j, n1 pns32 vvb a-acp c-acp pns32 vhb vvn cc vvn dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10711 | and the presence of his grace in their souls: | and the presence of his grace in their Souls: | cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2: | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10712 | That look as it was with Israel, they came out of Egypt, and saw the wonders of God in the wilderness, | That look as it was with Israel, they Come out of Egypt, and saw the wonders of God in the Wilderness, | cst vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pns32 vvd av pp-f np1, cc vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10713 | and had his fiery Law, and glorious Tabernacle among them, yet they never came to the la•d of rest; | and had his fiery Law, and glorious Tabernacle among them, yet they never Come to the la•d of rest; | cc vhd po31 j n1, cc j n1 p-acp pno32, av pns32 av-x vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10714 | so it is at this day with many, they have some glimpses of the excellency of Christ, | so it is At this day with many, they have Some glimpses of the excellency of christ, | av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp d, pns32 vhb d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10715 | and his grace, and some desires after it, and some tastes of it; | and his grace, and Some Desires After it, and Some tastes of it; | cc po31 n1, cc d n2 c-acp pn31, cc d vvz pp-f pn31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10716 | they are pulled out of their woful bondage, and seeing words of God, are oft affected, | they Are pulled out of their woeful bondage, and seeing words of God, Are oft affected, | pns32 vbr vvn av pp-f po32 j n1, cc vvg n2 pp-f np1, vbr av vvn, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10717 | yet their carkasses must fall in the wilness, because they never come to rest; | yet their carcases must fallen in the Witness, Because they never come to rest; | av po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 av-x vvb pc-acp vvi; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10718 | they fall off from God because they never knew what this rest meaneth, Heb. 4. 11. Hypocrites have awakening grace, and are much troubled; | they fallen off from God Because they never knew what this rest means, Hebrew 4. 11. Hypocrites have awakening grace, and Are much troubled; | pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp np1 c-acp pns32 av-x vvd r-crq d n1 vvz, np1 crd crd n2 vhb n-vvg n1, cc vbr av-d vvn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1834 | Page 81 |
10719 | they have enlightning grace, and know more than many Christians; they have affecting grace, and are wonderfully taken with the glad tidings of the Gospel; | they have enlightening grace, and know more than many Christians; they have affecting grace, and Are wonderfully taken with the glad tidings of the Gospel; | pns32 vhb n1 n1, cc vvb dc cs d np1; pns32 vhb j-vvg n1, cc vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10720 | but satisfying grace, or that grace which brings them to full rest, and satisfying sweetness in God, not only to their consciences but to their hearts; | but satisfying grace, or that grace which brings them to full rest, and satisfying sweetness in God, not only to their Consciences but to their hearts; | cc-acp vvg n1, cc d n1 r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp j n1, cc vvg n1 p-acp np1, xx av-j p-acp po32 n2 cc-acp p-acp po32 n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10721 | not carnal, but spiritual, this they never came to, Ioh. 4. 14. he that drinks the wat•r I give, shall never thirst again; | not carnal, but spiritual, this they never Come to, John 4. 14. he that drinks the wat•r I give, shall never thirst again; | xx j, cc-acp j, d pns32 av-x vvd p-acp, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pns11 vvb, vmb av-x vvi av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10722 | Joh. 6. 54. If ye eat my flesh and drink my blood, there is life, if not, no life; | John 6. 54. If you eat my Flesh and drink my blood, there is life, if not, no life; | np1 crd crd cs pn22 vvb po11 n1 cc vvi po11 n1, pc-acp vbz n1, cs xx, dx n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10723 | eating and drinking, is not sipping and tasting; | eating and drinking, is not sipping and tasting; | vvg cc vvg, vbz xx vvg cc vvg; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10724 | many may eat and drink in his presence, as those Exod. 24. 11. but yet not feed at all on his person; | many may eat and drink in his presence, as those Exod 24. 11. but yet not feed At all on his person; | d vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, c-acp d np1 crd crd p-acp av xx vvi p-acp d p-acp po31 n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10725 | this makes the soul hold out, Prov. 2. 10, 11. Psal. 90. 14. this makes the soul glad in God, | this makes the soul hold out, Curae 2. 10, 11. Psalm 90. 14. this makes the soul glad in God, | d vvz dt n1 vvb av, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd d vvz dt n1 j p-acp np1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10726 | and in all the days of his life; where any creature is at rest, there it is in the proper place; | and in all the days of his life; where any creature is At rest, there it is in the proper place; | cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; c-crq d n1 vbz p-acp n1, a-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10727 | it is a token the Lord is the proper place of the soul, (not sin, | it is a token the Lord is the proper place of the soul, (not since, | pn31 vbz dt n1 dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (xx n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10728 | nor hell, which was Iudas proper place) when it is at rest there; | nor hell, which was Iudas proper place) when it is At rest there; | ccx n1, r-crq vbds np1 j n1) q-crq pn31 vbz p-acp n1 a-acp; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10729 | and this is the last end, and fruit of the redemption of Christ, Ier. 31. 11, 14. i. e. not having so much of God as to be a God-glutted Christian (as he said) but so satiate as not to desire other things, | and this is the last end, and fruit of the redemption of christ, Jeremiah 31. 11, 14. i. e. not having so much of God as to be a God-glutted Christian (as he said) but so satiate as not to desire other things, | cc d vbz dt ord n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd sy. sy. xx vhg av d pp-f np1 c-acp pc-acp vbi dt j njp (c-acp pns31 vvd) cc-acp av j c-acp xx pc-acp vvi j-jn n2, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10730 | but there to stay, though the heart doth oft feel not the same sweetness. SECT. III. NOw there be four things which do concur to this fulness of satisfying sweetness. | but there to stay, though the heart does oft feel not the same sweetness. SECT. III. NOw there be four things which do concur to this fullness of satisfying sweetness. | cc-acp a-acp pc-acp vvi, cs dt n1 vdz av vvb xx dt d n1. n1. np1. av pc-acp vbi crd n2 r-crq vdb vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f j-vvg n1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1835 | Page 81 |
10731 | First, Manifestation of the Lord Jesus in his full proportion, and in all the dimensions of his goodness to the soul; | First, Manifestation of the Lord jesus in his full proportion, and in all the dimensions of his Goodness to the soul; | ord, n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1837 | Page 82 |
10732 | the soul of man is made for, and so desires an infinite eternal good; whiles this good is not known to be such a one, it never satisfies; | the soul of man is made for, and so Desires an infinite Eternal good; while this good is not known to be such a one, it never Satisfies; | dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp, cc av vvz dt j j j; cs d j vbz xx vvn pc-acp vbi d dt pi, pn31 av-x vvz; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1837 | Page 82 |
10733 | and hence let a man look upon any one creature, there is much sweetness in it, but not all; hence it satisfies not; | and hence let a man look upon any one creature, there is much sweetness in it, but not all; hence it Satisfies not; | cc av vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp d crd n1, pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp xx d; av pn31 vvz xx; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1837 | Page 82 |
10734 | there's sweetness in honor and wealth, but if sick, a miserable man; there is sweetness in health, but if poor and naked, a desolate man; | there's sweetness in honour and wealth, but if sick, a miserable man; there is sweetness in health, but if poor and naked, a desolate man; | pc-acp|vbz n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp cs j, dt j n1; pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp cs j cc j, dt j n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1837 | Page 82 |
10735 | and if one creature had all in it, yet when one thinks this must be taken from me, it is like Ionah 's gourd, it never satisfies: | and if one creature had all in it, yet when one thinks this must be taken from me, it is like Jonah is gourd, it never Satisfies: | cc cs crd n1 vhd d p-acp pn31, av c-crq pi vvz d vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno11, pn31 vbz av-j np1 vbz n1, pn31 av-x vvz: | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1837 | Page 82 |
10736 | Now the Grace which satisfies must first, Manifest the fulness of infinite goodness suitable to me in the Lord; | Now the Grace which Satisfies must First, Manifest the fullness of infinite Goodness suitable to me in the Lord; | av dt n1 r-crq vvz vmb ord, j dt n1 pp-f j n1 j p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1838 | Page 82 |
10865 | because sin is not so better to them, especially heart sins; | Because since is not so better to them, especially heart Sins; | c-acp n1 vbz xx av j p-acp pno32, av-j n1 n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1861 | Page 86 |
10737 | if that now do I want any outward blessing it is in Christ, for he is Heir not only of heaven, but of all the world. | if that now do I want any outward blessing it is in christ, for he is Heir not only of heaven, but of all the world. | cs cst av vdb pns11 vvi d j n1 pn31 vbz p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vbz n1 xx av-j pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f d dt n1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1838 | Page 82 |
10738 | 2. Do I want spiritual blessings? Ephes. 3. there is all in him; life, and peace and glory. | 2. Do I want spiritual blessings? Ephesians 3. there is all in him; life, and peace and glory. | crd vdb pns11 vvi j n2? np1 crd a-acp vbz d p-acp pno31; n1, cc n1 cc n1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1839 | Page 82 |
10739 | 3. Have I nothing to move the Lord to do any of these to me? yet there is fulness of tender mercy, | 3. Have I nothing to move the Lord to do any of these to me? yet there is fullness of tender mercy, | crd vhb pns11 pix pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi d pp-f d p-acp pno11? av a-acp vbz n1 pp-f j n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1840 | Page 82 |
10740 | and pity in him, Eph•s. 1. 17. and 3. 18. Secondly, Possession of this good as mine; | and pity in him, Eph•s. 1. 17. and 3. 18. Secondly, Possession of this good as mine; | cc vvb p-acp pno31, n2. crd crd cc crd crd ord, n1 pp-f d j c-acp png11; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1840 | Page 82 |
10741 | let a poor man see heaps of gold before him, it satisfies not him, because it is none of his; | let a poor man see heaps of gold before him, it Satisfies not him, Because it is none of his; | vvb dt j n1 vvi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vvz xx pno31, c-acp pn31 vbz pix pp-f png31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1841 | Page 82 |
10742 | let a Christian hear of Kingdoms, peace, glory, in and with Christ, yet it satisfies not him; | let a Christian hear of Kingdoms, peace, glory, in and with christ, yet it Satisfies not him; | vvb dt njp vvi pp-f n2, n1, n1, p-acp cc p-acp np1, av pn31 vvz xx pno31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1841 | Page 82 |
10743 | it troubles him the more, if Christ forsake him, and grow strange to him; | it Troubles him the more, if christ forsake him, and grow strange to him; | pn31 vvz pno31 dt av-dc, cs np1 vvb pno31, cc vvb j p-acp pno31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1841 | Page 82 |
10744 | but to be sure that Christ is mine, this makes the soul do, nay suffer the utmost for Christ, | but to be sure that christ is mine, this makes the soul do, nay suffer the utmost for christ, | cc-acp pc-acp vbi j cst np1 vbz png11, d vvz dt n1 vdb, uh vvb dt j c-acp np1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1841 | Page 82 |
10745 | and to know that nothing can separate, &c. as a man that knows he shall kill, | and to know that nothing can separate, etc. as a man that knows he shall kill, | cc pc-acp vvi cst pix vmb vvi, av p-acp dt n1 cst vvz pns31 vmb vvi, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1841 | Page 82 |
10746 | and not lose his life, will venture like Sampson upon an hoast of men; | and not loose his life, will venture like Sampson upon an host of men; | cc xx vvi po31 n1, vmb vvi av-j np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1841 | Page 82 |
10747 | they may wound me, they cannot bind nor slay me, Rom. 8. ult. there is joy and some satisfaction in finding the pearl of great price, what joy when it is possessed! | they may wound me, they cannot bind nor slay me, Rom. 8. ult. there is joy and Some satisfaction in finding the pearl of great price, what joy when it is possessed! | pns32 vmb vvi pno11, pns32 vmbx vvi ccx vvi pno11, np1 crd n1. pc-acp vbz n1 cc d n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn! | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1841 | Page 82 |
10748 | Thirdly, Communication of this good to the soul; | Thirdly, Communication of this good to the soul; | ord, n1 pp-f d j p-acp dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1842 | Page 82 |
10749 | let a man have meat and drink, but he cannot come at it when he hath need of it, will this satisfie if it be lockt up? let a man have real possession of never so many lands, | let a man have meat and drink, but he cannot come At it when he hath need of it, will this satisfy if it be locked up? let a man have real possession of never so many Lands, | vvb dt n1 vhb n1 cc vvi, cc-acp pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31 c-crq pns31 vhz n1 pp-f pn31, vmb d vvi cs pn31 vbb vvn a-acp? vvb dt n1 vhi j n1 pp-f av-x av d n2, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1842 | Page 82 |
10750 | yet if he hath not the benefit sure to him, as well as the thing, he will never hold out; | yet if he hath not the benefit sure to him, as well as the thing, he will never hold out; | av cs pns31 vhz xx dt n1 av-j p-acp pno31, c-acp av c-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1842 | Page 82 |
10751 | what am I the better? so that grace satisfies that brings the sould to fruition of the good, that it is now in respect of the benefit of it conveyed to the soul, Psal, 16. 4, 5, the Lord is the portion of my lot and cup, and he maintains both; | what am I the better? so that grace Satisfies that brings the should to fruition of the good, that it is now in respect of the benefit of it conveyed to the soul, Psalm, 16. 4, 5, the Lord is the portion of my lot and cup, and he maintains both; | q-crq vbm pns11 dt j? av d n1 vvz cst vvz dt vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt j, cst pn31 vbz av p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1, np1, crd crd, crd, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc n1, cc pns31 vvz av-d; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1842 | Page 82 |
10752 | and hence Ier. 14. 9. Why art thou like a man astonish•d, yet in the midst of us ! | and hence Jeremiah 14. 9. Why art thou like a man astonish•d, yet in the midst of us! | cc av np1 crd crd q-crq vb2r pns21 av-j dt n1 vvd, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12! | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1842 | Page 82 |
10753 | if a man have meat and clothes, and the one never feeds, the other never warms, would this satisfie? no, | if a man have meat and clothes, and the one never feeds, the other never warms, would this satisfy? no, | cs dt n1 vhb n1 cc n2, cc dt crd av vvz, dt n-jn av-x vvz, vmd d vvi? uh-dx, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1842 | Page 82 |
10754 | unless that he may feel them, nay he would think this a curse; so let Saints have God in his Ordinances, the best in the world there is, if not fed thereby, Lord! | unless that he may feel them, nay he would think this a curse; so let Saints have God in his Ordinances, the best in the world there is, if not fed thereby, Lord! | cs cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32, uh-x pns31 vmd vvi d dt n1; av vvb n2 vhb n1 p-acp po31 n2, dt js p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbz, cs xx vvn av, n1! | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1842 | Page 82 |
10755 | what a misery is this? especially if the Lord helps not in time of need. | what a misery is this? especially if the Lord helps not in time of need. | q-crq dt n1 vbz d? av-j cs dt n1 vvz xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1842 | Page 82 |
10756 | Fourthly, Reflexion of good again to the good which doth refresh us, else it never satisfies; | Fourthly, Reflection of good again to the good which does refresh us, Else it never Satisfies; | ord, n1 pp-f j av p-acp dt j r-crq vdz vvi pno12, av pn31 av vvz; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1843 | Page 82 |
10757 | if a man have meat dealt out, and it is very sweet, yet if it gives him no strength to perform acts of life; | if a man have meat dealt out, and it is very sweet, yet if it gives him no strength to perform acts of life; | cs dt n1 vhb n1 vvn av, cc pn31 vbz av j, av cs pn31 vvz pno31 dx n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1843 | Page 82 |
10758 | if a man have a friend, and he cannot love again, nor shew testimony of love, it will not satisfie him; | if a man have a friend, and he cannot love again, nor show testimony of love, it will not satisfy him; | cs dt n1 vhi dt n1, cc pns31 vmbx vvi av, ccx vvi n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb xx vvi pno31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1843 | Page 82 |
10759 | so that grace satisfies which makes the soul reflect the love of God to God again; | so that grace Satisfies which makes the soul reflect the love of God to God again; | av d n1 vvz r-crq vvz dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1843 | Page 82 |
10760 | shall I serve the Lord, said David, of that which cost me nothing? you know the Vine and Olive, Iudg. 9. were quietted by this, that they did rejoyce the heart of God and man; | shall I serve the Lord, said David, of that which cost me nothing? you know the Vine and Olive, Judges 9. were quieted by this, that they did rejoice the heart of God and man; | vmb pns11 vvi dt n1, vvd np1, pp-f d r-crq vvd pno11 pix? pn22 vvb dt n1 cc n1, np1 crd vbdr vvn p-acp d, cst pns32 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1843 | Page 82 |
10761 | what do you tell me of bonds? I acco••t not my life dear to 〈 ◊ 〉 my course, saith Paul. | what do you tell me of bonds? I acco••t not my life dear to 〈 ◊ 〉 my course, Says Paul. | r-crq vdb pn22 vvi pno11 pp-f n2? pns11 vvb xx po11 n1 j-jn p-acp 〈 sy 〉 po11 n1, vvz np1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1843 | Page 82 |
10762 | Now a carnal heart gives over before he sees or possesseth or enjoyeth the Lord, or found the sweetness of a holy life in walking with God. Hence, | Now a carnal heart gives over before he sees or Possesses or Enjoyeth the Lord, or found the sweetness of a holy life in walking with God. Hence, | av dt j n1 vvz a-acp c-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz cc vvz dt n1, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1. av, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1844 | Page 83 |
10763 | 1. He loaths and is weary of all his profession and truth he knows, and the God he talks of. | 1. He Loathes and is weary of all his profession and truth he knows, and the God he talks of. | crd pns31 vvz cc vbz j pp-f d po31 n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz, cc dt n1 pns31 vvz pp-f. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1845 | Page 83 |
10764 | 2. Hence they break out to some lusts or others; | 2. Hence they break out to Some Lustiest or Others; | crd av pns32 vvb av p-acp d n2 cc n2-jn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1846 | Page 83 |
10765 | which because if not satisfied here, they must satisfie themselves some other way, either in vain conceits or opinions, or lusts of the world. | which Because if not satisfied Here, they must satisfy themselves Some other Way, either in vain conceits or opinions, or Lustiest of the world. | r-crq c-acp cs xx vvn av, pns32 vmb vvi px32 d j-jn n1, av-d p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1846 | Page 83 |
10766 | 3. Hence, desperate doubts, Is the Lord mine? whereas if it were otherwise, then as it is with a man, ask him, | 3. Hence, desperate doubts, Is the Lord mine? whereas if it were otherwise, then as it is with a man, ask him, | crd av, j n2, vbz dt n1 png11? cs cs pn31 vbdr av, av c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1847 | Page 83 |
10767 | how do you know you eat and drink? it satisfies me, saith he, it puts strength, I should die daily else. SECT. IV. | how do you know you eat and drink? it Satisfies me, Says he, it puts strength, I should die daily Else. SECT. IV. | q-crq vdb pn22 vvb pn22 vvi cc vvi? pn31 vvz pno11, vvz pns31, pn31 vvz n1, pns11 vmd vvi av-j av. n1. np1 | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1847 | Page 83 |
10768 | OF Examination, |
OF Examination, Instruction, and Exhortation to all those who have rest content with that measure of the Spirit which will never last, to begin again, | pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp d d r-crq vhb n1 j p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vmb av-x vvi, pc-acp vvi av, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1848 | Page 83 |
10769 | and lay a better foundation, lest it befall you as it did these Virgins, or as the sinner in Prov. 5. 11, 12, 13. you mourn when you, not your flesh, but soul is consumed; | and lay a better Foundation, lest it befall you as it did these Virgins, or as the sinner in Curae 5. 11, 12, 13. you mourn when you, not your Flesh, but soul is consumed; | cc vvd dt jc n1, cs pn31 vvb pn22 p-acp pn31 vdd d n2, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn22 vvb c-crq pn22, xx po22 n1, cc-acp n1 vbz vvn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1848 | Page 83 |
10770 | Oh how have I despised instruction ! | O how have I despised instruction! | uh q-crq vhb pns11 vvn n1! | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1848 | Page 83 |
10771 | lest wrath break out which cannot be quenched, for dealing slightly with God and your own souls; | lest wrath break out which cannot be quenched, for dealing slightly with God and your own Souls; | cs n1 vvb av r-crq vmbx vbi vvn, p-acp vvg av-j p-acp np1 cc po22 d n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1848 | Page 83 |
10772 | how many Christians take that for grace, which when it comes to tryal will be found too light, | how many Christians take that for grace, which when it comes to trial will be found too Light, | c-crq d np1 vvb cst p-acp n1, r-crq c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn av j, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1848 | Page 83 |
10773 | and know it not, and regard it not, till the hand-witing of God is upon their consciences ! | and know it not, and regard it not, till the hand-witing of God is upon their Consciences! | cc vvb pn31 xx, cc vvb pn31 xx, p-acp dt j pp-f np1 vbz p-acp po32 n2! | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1848 | Page 83 |
10774 | If therefore you have not found the satisfying sweetness of the Spirit of Gods grace, that water which quencheth all your inordinate thirst, that bread which feeds you to life, be sure your oyl will be spent, | If Therefore you have not found the satisfying sweetness of the Spirit of God's grace, that water which quenches all your inordinate thirst, that bred which feeds you to life, be sure your oil will be spent, | cs av pn22 vhb xx vvn dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst n1 r-crq vvz d po22 j n1, cst n1 r-crq vvz pn22 p-acp n1, vbb j po22 n1 vmb vbi vvn, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1849 | Page 83 |
10775 | and your light will go out before you dye. SECT. V. Quest. HOw sho•ld I know that satisfying sweetness? | and your Light will go out before you die. SECT. V. Quest. HOw sho•ld I know that satisfying sweetness? | cc po22 n1 vmb vvi av p-acp pn22 vvb. n1. n1 n1. q-crq vmd pns11 vvb cst j-vvg n1? | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1849 | Page 83 |
10776 | Answ. Ah methinks you should say, Oh that I did know it! | Answer Ah methinks you should say, O that I did know it! | np1 uh vvz pn22 vmd vvi, uh cst pns11 vdd vvi pn31! | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1851 | Page 83 |
10777 | yet wary I would be of giving any just occasion to break off what the Lord in his grace hath wrought; | yet wary I would be of giving any just occasion to break off what the Lord in his grace hath wrought; | av j pns11 vmd vbi pp-f vvg d j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp r-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1851 | Page 83 |
10778 | yet you may know something of it by this. | yet you may know something of it by this. | av pn22 vmb vvi pi pp-f pn31 p-acp d. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1851 | Page 83 |
10779 | 1. When the Spirit of Gods grace dispensed in his Ordinances doth glut you and slay you, and make you worse; | 1. When the Spirit of God's grace dispensed in his Ordinances does glut you and slay you, and make you Worse; | crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2 vdz vvi pn22 cc vvb pn22, cc vvb pn22 av-jc; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10780 | here is not the grace of Christ which doth satisfie you; | Here is not the grace of christ which does satisfy you; | av vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vdz vvi pn22; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10781 | if the more knowledge you have of the truth, the less glory you see in the truth, | if the more knowledge you have of the truth, the less glory you see in the truth, | cs dt av-dc n1 pn22 vhb pp-f dt n1, dt av-dc n1 pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10782 | and the less you love the truth; | and the less you love the truth; | cc dt av-dc pn22 vvb dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10783 | if the more comfort you have sound by it, the less you now desire after it; | if the more Comfort you have found by it, the less you now desire After it; | cs dt av-dc n1 pn22 vhb n1 p-acp pn31, dt av-dc pn22 av vvi p-acp pn31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10784 | if the more abilities you have received by it, the more proud you grow, and high-minded; | if the more abilities you have received by it, the more proud you grow, and High-minded; | cs dt av-dc n2 pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn31, dt av-dc j pn22 vvb, cc j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10785 | if having come for to seek the Ordinances of God, the less good you find by them, the more weary you grow of them, | if having come for to seek the Ordinances of God, the less good you find by them, the more weary you grow of them, | cs vhg vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, dt av-dc j pn22 vvb p-acp pno32, dt av-dc j pn22 vvb pp-f pno32, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10786 | and the more you despise them; | and the more you despise them; | cc dt av-dc pn22 vvb pno32; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10787 | it is certain, the satisfying grace of Christ is not here, when the bread to feed, is poison to slay; | it is certain, the satisfying grace of christ is not Here, when the bred to feed, is poison to slay; | pn31 vbz j, dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx av, c-crq dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vbz n1 pc-acp vvi; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10788 | is not this the condition of many? what is the cause they are growing worse, that they are worse in their latter end and middle of their Christian profession, | is not this the condition of many? what is the cause they Are growing Worse, that they Are Worse in their latter end and middle of their Christian profession, | vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f d? q-crq vbz dt n1 pns32 vbr vvg av-jc, cst pns32 vbr jc p-acp po32 d n1 cc n-jn pp-f po32 np1 n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10789 | than the begining, because they are grown full by Gods Ordinances, and so worse; | than the beginning, Because they Are grown full by God's Ordinances, and so Worse; | cs dt n-vvg, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn j p-acp npg1 n2, cc av av-jc; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10790 | what is the cause in places of persecution the Lords Ordinances were precious, not when they come to them? Gods Ordinances plenty makes them to undervalue them through their sin; | what is the cause in places of persecution the lords Ordinances were precious, not when they come to them? God's Ordinances plenty makes them to undervalue them through their since; | q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 dt n2 n2 vbdr j, xx c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno32? npg1 n2 n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10791 | that look as it is with men in consumptions, whose life is going out, they think they can eat, | that look as it is with men in consumptions, whose life is going out, they think they can eat, | cst vvb c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2 p-acp n2, rg-crq n1 vbz vvg av, pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 83 |
10792 | yet when it is before them, loath the smell of it, or a little serves them, whereas another finds it otherwise; | yet when it is before them, loath the smell of it, or a little serves them, whereas Another finds it otherwise; | av c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt j vvz pno32, cs j-jn vvz pn31 av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 84 |
10793 | not but that Saints may think thus, but they with Hezekiah mourn under it, 2 Chron. 32. Hos. 6. 5. I have hewen and slain, what is the cause? because your goodness is like a morning dew, which soon vanisheth, therefore have I slain them. | not but that Saints may think thus, but they with Hezekiah mourn under it, 2 Chronicles 32. Hos. 6. 5. I have hewn and slave, what is the cause? Because your Goodness is like a morning due, which soon Vanishes, Therefore have I slave them. | xx p-acp d n2 vmb vvi av, cc-acp pns32 p-acp np1 vvb p-acp pn31, crd np1 crd np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn, r-crq vbz dt n1? c-acp po22 n1 vbz av-j dt n1 n1, r-crq av vvz, av vhb pns11 vvn pno32. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 84 |
10794 | Oh God loves us, and we are the best people in the world, because we have Ordinances; | O God loves us, and we Are the best people in the world, Because we have Ordinances; | uh np1 vvz pno12, cc pns12 vbr dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vhb n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 84 |
10795 | no, but because you be shallow, hence you shall have Prophets to slay you. | no, but Because you be shallow, hence you shall have prophets to slay you. | uh-dx, cc-acp c-acp pn22 vbb j, av pn22 vmb vhi n2 pc-acp vvi pn22. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1852 | Page 84 |
10796 | Secondly, If any man maintains any living lust in himself in the midst of his profession, | Secondly, If any man maintains any living lust in himself in the midst of his profession, | ord, cs d n1 vvz d j-vvg n1 p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10797 | and hungers after it, and the life of it; | and hunger's After it, and the life of it; | cc n2 p-acp pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10798 | for when a man hath better food to feed upon, he will neglect his own at home, | for when a man hath better food to feed upon, he will neglect his own At home, | c-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pns31 vmb vvi po31 d p-acp n1-an, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10799 | as Christ said to them when they asked him, why he did not eat; | as christ said to them when they asked him, why he did not eat; | c-acp np1 vvd p-acp pno32 c-crq pns32 vvd pno31, c-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10800 | how many be there which have strange gifts, and have had marvellous ebbings and flowings of the Spirit of Life and Peace, | how many be there which have strange Gifts, and have had marvellous ebbings and flowings of the Spirit of Life and Peace, | c-crq d vbb a-acp r-crq vhb j n2, cc vhb vhn j n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10801 | and yet one sin have they lived in, and would not, could not live without it. | and yet one since have they lived in, and would not, could not live without it. | cc av crd n1 vhb pns32 vvn p-acp, cc vmd xx, vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10802 | Look as it was in the wilderness, they were for a time pretty well content with their allowance and wilderness•walks and provisions, | Look as it was in the Wilderness, they were for a time pretty well content with their allowance and wilderness•walks and provisions, | n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 j av j p-acp po32 n1 cc n2 cc n2, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10803 | but they could not stay long, They asked meat for their lusts, but he sent leanness into their souls, Psal. 106. 14, 15. So that there it is, | but they could not stay long, They asked meat for their Lustiest, but he sent leanness into their Souls, Psalm 106. 14, 15. So that there it is, | cc-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi av-j, pns32 vvd n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp pns31 vvd n1 p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd crd, crd av cst a-acp pn31 vbz, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10804 | if lust be stirring, the Lord either denies it his own people, because he will starve the lust, that the soul may grow, | if lust be stirring, the Lord either Denies it his own people, Because he will starve the lust, that the soul may grow, | cs n1 vbb vvg, dt n1 av-d vvz pn31 po31 d n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10805 | or if he gives it, slays the lust by it, gluts it, makes the soul grow weary of it, | or if he gives it, slays the lust by it, gluts it, makes the soul grow weary of it, | cc cs pns31 vvz pn31, vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31, vvz pn31, vvz dt n1 vvb j pp-f pn31, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10806 | and prize his first Husband more; as Solomon by his experimental discovery of the creature: | and prize his First Husband more; as Solomon by his experimental discovery of the creature: | cc vvi po31 ord n1 n1; c-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f dt n1: | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10807 | Many men confess and pray aginst their sins, but by their sorrows and desires, they do maintain the life of their sin, fall to it as the dog to the vomit; | Many men confess and pray against their Sins, but by their sorrows and Desires, they do maintain the life of their since, fallen to it as the dog to the vomit; | d n2 vvb cc vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns32 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10808 | you will be cast away at last, 1 Cor. 9. ult. I beat not the air, lest I become a cast-away; | you will be cast away At last, 1 Cor. 9. ult. I beatrice not the air, lest I become a castaway; | pn22 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp ord, crd np1 crd n1. pns11 vvb xx dt n1, cs pns11 vvb dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10809 | whereas a gracious heart doth not maintain, but waste and consume his lust. His life is to live to God. | whereas a gracious heart does not maintain, but waste and consume his lust. His life is to live to God. | cs dt j n1 vdz xx vvi, cc-acp vvb cc vvi po31 n1. po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1853 | Page 84 |
10810 | Thirdly, If a mans heart and affections reach not the people of God with the dearest embracings, no• yet mourn for the want of such a heart; | Thirdly, If a men heart and affections reach not the people of God with the dearest embracings, no• yet mourn for the want of such a heart; | ord, cs dt ng1 n1 cc n2 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt js-jn n2, n1 av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10811 | for sometimes there are some drops of the Lords goodness falling into the heart, whereby the soul cleaves unto the Lord, | for sometime there Are Some drops of the lords Goodness falling into the heart, whereby the soul cleaves unto the Lord, | c-acp av a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f dt n2 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10812 | and is moved and ravished, and bears much 〈 ◊ 〉, as it thinks, towards him; | and is moved and ravished, and bears much 〈 ◊ 〉, as it thinks, towards him; | cc vbz vvn cc vvn, cc vvz d 〈 sy 〉, c-acp pn31 vvz, p-acp pno31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10813 | but look to their love to the people of God, t••re they fall short; | but look to their love to the people of God, t••re they fallen short; | cc-acp vvb p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr pns32 vvb j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10814 | because the love of Christ is not shed abroad abundantly into their hearts, filling and satisfying of them; | Because the love of christ is not shed abroad abundantly into their hearts, filling and satisfying of them; | c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx vvn av av-j p-acp po32 n2, vvg cc vvg pp-f pno32; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10815 | and hence have none to poure out upon the souls of their neighbors, 1 Iohn 4. 20, 21. In our own Country, what was the accusation of Saints? viz. They are Hypocrites before God; | and hence have none to pour out upon the Souls of their neighbours, 1 John 4. 20, 21. In our own Country, what was the accusation of Saints? viz. They Are Hypocrites before God; | cc av vhb pix pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp po12 d n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f n2? n1 pns32 vbr n2 p-acp np1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10816 | What did you think of those men that said so? Answ. Surely they were enemies to the Lord, and that never loved him; | What did you think of those men that said so? Answer Surely they were enemies to the Lord, and that never loved him; | q-crq vdd pn22 vvi pp-f d n2 cst vvd av? np1 av-j pns32 vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1, cc cst av-x vvd pno31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10817 | for then they would love his people. But what is the occasion here? Now they say they come far for Ordinances; | for then they would love his people. But what is the occasion Here? Now they say they come Far for Ordinances; | c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi po31 n1. p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 av? av pns32 vvb pns32 vvb av-j p-acp n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10818 | but they are unjust oppressors, cruel; poor men may starve before regarded by them; | but they Are unjust Oppressors's, cruel; poor men may starve before regarded by them; | cc-acp pns32 vbr j n2, j; j n2 vmb vvi a-acp vvn p-acp pno32; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10819 | and so they cast reproach not only upon some few, but all the people of God, and Church of God; | and so they cast reproach not only upon Some few, but all the people of God, and Church of God; | cc av pns32 vvd n1 xx av-j p-acp d d, cc-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f np1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10820 | If that it be so, their accusation is Gods accusation; if not (as generally it is) for many, though unable to do much, | If that it be so, their accusation is God's accusation; if not (as generally it is) for many, though unable to do much, | cs cst pn31 vbb av, po32 n1 vbz ng1 n1; cs xx (c-acp av-j pn31 vbz) p-acp d, cs j pc-acp vdi d, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10821 | yet if called to it, would lay down their estates and lives for others; | yet if called to it, would lay down their estates and lives for Others; | av cs vvn p-acp pn31, vmd vvi a-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp n2-jn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10822 | then know thou never hadst Christ's love shed in thy heart (which will continue) but drops of it only; | then know thou never Hadst Christ's love shed in thy heart (which will continue) but drops of it only; | av vvb pns21 av-x vhd2 npg1 n1 vvn p-acp po21 n1 (r-crq vmb vvi) p-acp n2 pp-f pn31 av-j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10823 | because thy love cannot reach to these. | Because thy love cannot reach to these. | c-acp po21 n1 vmbx vvi p-acp d. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10824 | Beloved, what is the end of your coming over hither? is it not to enjoy first Christ, | beloved, what is the end of your coming over hither? is it not to enjoy First christ, | j-vvn, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po22 n-vvg a-acp av? vbz pn31 xx pc-acp vvi ord np1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10825 | and nextly his People, so his Ordinances? because next to fellowship of Christ, the Saints company is most precious; | and nextly his People, so his Ordinances? Because next to fellowship of christ, the Saints company is most precious; | cc av-j po31 n1, av po31 n2? c-acp ord p-acp n1 pp-f np1, dt ng1 n1 vbz av-ds j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10826 | and do you here bite, and censure, and devou•e, and neglect, and reproach one another, | and do you Here bite, and censure, and devou•e, and neglect, and reproach one Another, | cc vdb pn22 av vvi, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc vvi pi j-jn, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10827 | and upon any conceived injury stumble? are poor men neglected? It is a sad sign the love of Christ in not in power, Heb. 6. 9, 10. | and upon any conceived injury Stumble? Are poor men neglected? It is a sad Signen the love of christ in not in power, Hebrew 6. 9, 10. | cc p-acp d j-vvn n1 vvi? vbr j n2 vvn? pn31 vbz dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp xx p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1854 | Page 84 |
10828 | Fourthly, If there have been abundance of sweet affections and sweet refreshings, thereby rising up within the soul, without the death, | Fourthly, If there have been abundance of sweet affections and sweet refreshings, thereby rising up within the soul, without the death, | ord, cs pc-acp vhi vbn n1 pp-f j n2 cc j n2-vvg, av vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 84 |
10829 | and killing, and removal of the contrary lusts and sins; | and killing, and removal of the contrary Lustiest and Sins; | cc vvg, cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 cc n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 84 |
10830 | it is certain this soul was never truly filled nor satisfied with the Spirit of Gods grace; | it is certain this soul was never truly filled nor satisfied with the Spirit of God's grace; | pn31 vbz j d n1 vbds av-x av-j vvn ccx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 84 |
10831 | for as it is with vessels, while they be filled with lime or chaff, they cannot be filled with wheat or with water; | for as it is with vessels, while they be filled with lime or chaff, they cannot be filled with wheat or with water; | c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10832 | so while the heart is filled with some noisom distempers, it cannot be filled or satisfied with the Lord; | so while the heart is filled with Some noisome distempers, it cannot be filled or satisfied with the Lord; | av cs dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d j n2, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10833 | look but abroad in the Churches; | look but abroad in the Churches; | vvb p-acp av p-acp dt n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10834 | how many be there that say and think they •ate their sin as the only evil, they close with the Lord Jesus, they love the people of God all of them, they seek the glory of God, | how many be there that say and think they •ate their since as the only evil, they close with the Lord jesus, they love the people of God all of them, they seek the glory of God, | c-crq d vbb a-acp d vvb cc vvb pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp dt j n-jn, pns32 av-j p-acp dt n1 np1, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 d pp-f pno32, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10835 | and yet they do but think so! | and yet they do but think so! | cc av pns32 vdb p-acp vvi av! | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10836 | for though they hate sin, yet it is unsoundly, because they see not how closely their hands are knit to their sin; | for though they hate since, yet it is unsoundly, Because they see not how closely their hands Are knit to their since; | p-acp cs pns32 vvb n1, av pn31 vbz av, c-acp pns32 vvb xx c-crq av-j po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10837 | they never did believe, because they never felt their unwilling heart to close with Christ; they never loved the Saints, because they never felt their contempt of Saints; | they never did believe, Because they never felt their unwilling heart to close with christ; they never loved the Saints, Because they never felt their contempt of Saints; | pns32 av-x vdd vvi, c-acp pns32 av-x vvd po32 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; pns32 av-x vvd dt n2, c-acp pns32 av-x vvd po32 n1 pp-f n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10838 | never sought Gods glory, because they never mourned under that which did stain it; they never make work with their own hearts; | never sought God's glory, Because they never mourned under that which did stain it; they never make work with their own hearts; | av-x vvd npg1 n1, c-acp pns32 av-x vvd p-acp d r-crq vdd vvi pn31; pns32 av-x vvb n1 p-acp po32 d n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10839 | the stony and thorny ground withered because their soil was naught; | the stony and thorny ground withered Because their soil was nought; | dt j cc j n1 vvn c-acp po32 n1 vbds pix; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10840 | a heart filled with sweet affections, which never felt the strength of contrary corruptions lying underneath, it is an ill soil, | a heart filled with sweet affections, which never felt the strength of contrary corruptions lying underneath, it is an ill soil, | dt n1 vvn p-acp j n2, r-crq av-x vvd dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 vvg a-acp, pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10841 | and where those affections will never prosper, nor prove right; | and where those affections will never prosper, nor prove right; | cc c-crq d n2 vmb av-x vvi, ccx vvi av-jn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10842 | and hence, 2 Tim. 2. 20, 21. he that purgeth himself from these things shall be a vessell of honor, ever preserved, never broken. | and hence, 2 Tim. 2. 20, 21. he that Purgeth himself from these things shall be a vessel of honour, ever preserved, never broken. | cc av, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns31 cst vvz px31 p-acp d n2 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, av vvn, av-x vvn. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10843 | Do not put it to a venture, it may be I may have grace, and so put your salvation on the hazard of such hopes; | Do not put it to a venture, it may be I may have grace, and so put your salvation on the hazard of such hope's; | vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns11 vmb vhi n1, cc av vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10845 | cry for infinite creating power and mercy to make haste and come and help thee; | cry for infinite creating power and mercy to make haste and come and help thee; | vvb p-acp j j-vvg n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi cc vvi pno21; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10846 | what have you to do else but to get your old lusts purged away? what do you labor for else? if you have children to bring up, | what have you to do Else but to get your old Lustiest purged away? what do you labour for Else? if you have children to bring up, | q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vdi av cc-acp pc-acp vvi po22 j n2 vvn av? q-crq vdb pn22 vvi p-acp av? cs pn22 vhb n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10847 | if you have any love to them, nay if swine or cattel, meat you will have to feed them, and satisfie them if possible; | if you have any love to them, nay if Swine or cattle, meat you will have to feed them, and satisfy them if possible; | cs pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp pno32, uh-x cs n1 cc n2, n1 pn22 vmb vhi pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 cs j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10848 | and yet behold thy soul perishing for want of true spiritual refreshings! SECT. VI. OF Exhortat on to all young beginners, |
and yet behold thy soul perishing for want of true spiritual refreshings! SECT. VI. OF Exhortat on to all young beginners, and so to all Others; | cc av vvb po21 n1 vvg p-acp n1 pp-f j j n2-vvg! n1. crd. pp-f np1 p-acp p-acp d j n2, cc av p-acp d n2-jn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1855 | Page 85 |
10849 | Take heed you chop not at your comfort too soon; | Take heed you chop not At your Comfort too soon; | vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx p-acp po22 n1 av av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1856 | Page 85 |
10850 | take heed you do not perish in the way, that whiles seeking after the Lord and rest, you fall from the Lord by security and scandal, and so you perish; | take heed you do not perish in the Way, that while seeking After the Lord and rest, you fallen from the Lord by security and scandal, and so you perish; | vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, cst cs vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1, pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc av pn22 vvb; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1856 | Page 85 |
10851 | but labor for that which will continue and last. | but labour for that which will continue and last. | cc-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1856 | Page 85 |
10852 | 1. Mariners when they go a voyage, they will trim their vessel, and search if there be not something amiss which may sink the ship at last; | 1. Mariners when they go a voyage, they will trim their vessel, and search if there be not something amiss which may sink the ship At last; | crd ng1 q-crq pns32 vvb dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1, cc vvb cs pc-acp vbb xx pi av r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp ord; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1857 | Page 85 |
10853 | if once out at sea, they may dye before they come home; and hence at first setting out are careful; so do you. | if once out At sea, they may die before they come home; and hence At First setting out Are careful; so do you. | cs a-acp av p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi c-acp pns32 vvb av-an; cc av p-acp ord vvg av vbr j; av vdb pn22. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1857 | Page 85 |
10854 | 2. You will meet with trials enough to exercise all your grace, that you will find all little enough in the issue. | 2. You will meet with trials enough to exercise all your grace, that you will find all little enough in the issue. | crd pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n2 av-d pc-acp vvi d po22 n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi d j av-d p-acp dt n1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1858 | Page 85 |
10855 | 3. This will be your comfort at death, that •hough it be difficult, yet if you have fought a good fight, | 3. This will be your Comfort At death, that •hough it be difficult, yet if you have fought a good fight, | crd d vmb vbi po22 n1 p-acp n1, cst n1 pn31 vbb j, av cs pn22 vhb vvn dt j n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1859 | Page 85 |
10856 | and run a good race, there is now a crown, this will make you to go out of the world wondering, | and run a good raze, there is now a crown, this will make you to go out of the world wondering, | cc vvi dt j n1, pc-acp vbz av dt n1, d vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 vvg, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1859 | Page 85 |
10857 | and go up to eternity in your triumphant Chariot of glory, when you shall see on the one side, here a Demas forsaking, there a Iudas betraying; | and go up to eternity in your triumphant Chariot of glory, when you shall see on the one side, Here a Demas forsaking, there a Iudas betraying; | cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po22 j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd n1, av dt np1 vvg, a-acp dt np1 vvg; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1859 | Page 85 |
10858 | here one Chri••ian withered, there another scandalised and offended, and yet the Lord hath upheld thee (in thy integrity) a poor creature, that thoughst thou shou•dst never have held out at all. | Here one Chri••ian withered, there Another scandalised and offended, and yet the Lord hath upheld thee (in thy integrity) a poor creature, that thoughst thou shou•dst never have held out At all. | av crd jp vvn, a-acp j-jn vvn cc vvn, cc av dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 (p-acp po21 n1) dt j n1, cst vvd2 pns21 vhd2 av-x vhi vvn av p-acp d. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1859 | Page 85 |
10859 | That you may do thus, two things are to be done. First, Be sure your wound at first for sin be deep enough; | That you may do thus, two things Are to be done. First, Be sure your wound At First for since be deep enough; | cst pn22 vmb vdi av, crd n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vdn. ord, vbb j po22 n1 p-acp ord p-acp n1 vbi j-jn av-d; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1860 | Page 85 |
10860 | for all the error in a mans Faith and Sanctification it springs from that first error of his Humiliation; | for all the error in a men Faith and Sanctification it springs from that First error of his Humiliation; | p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1 pn31 vvz p-acp d ord n1 pp-f po31 n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1861 | Page 85 |
10861 | if a mans Humiliation be false, and weak, and little, his Faith is light, and his Sanctification counterfeit, | if a men Humiliation be false, and weak, and little, his Faith is Light, and his Sanctification counterfeit, | cs dt ng1 n1 vbb j, cc j, cc j, po31 n1 vbz j, cc po31 n1 vvi, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1861 | Page 85 |
10862 | as may be seen in the stony and thorny soil; if a mans wound be right, and Humi••ation deep enough, that mans Faith is right, and his Sanctification is glorious; | as may be seen in the stony and thorny soil; if a men wound be right, and Humi••ation deep enough, that men Faith is right, and his Sanctification is glorious; | c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1; cs dt ng1 n1 vbi j-jn, cc n1 j-jn av-d, cst vvz n1 vbz j-jn, cc po31 n1 vbz j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1861 | Page 85 |
10863 | for Christ cannot be exceeding sweet and satisfactory to the soul, unless sin be first exceeding bitter; | for christ cannot be exceeding sweet and satisfactory to the soul, unless since be First exceeding bitter; | p-acp np1 vmbx vbi vvg j cc j p-acp dt n1, cs n1 vbb ord vvg j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1861 | Page 86 |
10864 | and this is the reason why Christ is not sweet nor precious at first nor afterward, | and this is the reason why christ is not sweet nor precious At First nor afterwards, | cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vbz xx j ccx j p-acp ord cc av, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1861 | Page 86 |
10866 | Christians shall find it, the esteem and price of Christ falls, whiles sin lies light and is not bitter. SECT. VII. | Christians shall find it, the esteem and price of christ falls, while since lies Light and is not bitter. SECT. VII. | np1 vmb vvi pn31, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz, cs n1 vvz j cc vbz xx j. n1. np1. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1861 | Page 86 |
10867 | Quest. HOw bitter must it be? | Quest. HOw bitter must it be? | n1. q-crq j vmb pn31 vbi? | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1862 | Page 86 |
10868 | Answ. So bitter as that nothing contents your heart, |
Answer So bitter as that nothing contents your heart, while since is with you, and the Lord is gone from you, Lam. 3. 49. Mine eye ceases not mourning, till the Lord look down from heaven; | np1 av j p-acp cst pix vvz po22 n1, cs n1 vbz p-acp pn22, cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, np1 crd crd po11 n1 vvz xx n1, c-acp dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10869 | as a man that looks for a Prince to come and live with him, he prepares rooms for all his attendants, | as a man that looks for a Prince to come and live with him, he prepares rooms for all his attendants, | p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp d po31 n2-jn, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10870 | but he reserves the best lodgings for the Prince himself, and they are kept empty whiles he comes: | but he reserves the best lodgings for the Prince himself, and they Are kept empty while he comes: | cc-acp pns31 vvz dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 px31, cc pns32 vbr vvn j cs pns31 vvz: | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10871 | So the soul entertains Creatures, and Ordinances, and Saints of God, but yet the heart is not content, | So the soul entertains Creatures, and Ordinances, and Saints of God, but yet the heart is not content, | av dt n1 vvz n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp av dt n1 vbz xx j, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10872 | but sits empty, desolate whiles the Lord is gone; | but sits empty, desolate while the Lord is gone; | cc-acp vvz j, j cs dt n1 vbz vvn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10873 | for whiles the heart is delighted with somewhat else beside the Lord (that if the Lord comes, it is well, | for while the heart is delighted with somewhat Else beside the Lord (that if the Lord comes, it is well, | c-acp cs dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp av av p-acp dt n1 (cst cs dt n1 vvz, pn31 vbz av, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10874 | if not, it is merry and jolly) see what the Lord there speaks, Iam. 4. 8, 9, 10. Cleanse your hearts and he will draw nigh unto you; | if not, it is merry and jolly) see what the Lord there speaks, Iam. 4. 8, 9, 10. Cleanse your hearts and he will draw High unto you; | cs xx, pn31 vbz j cc j) vvb r-crq dt n1 a-acp vvz, np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvb po22 n2 cc pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pn22; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10875 | turn laughter to mourning, else you are not humbled. | turn laughter to mourning, Else you Are not humbled. | vvb n1 p-acp n1, av pn22 vbr xx vvn. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10876 | Let Gods own people do so, it stops up the fountain of Gods love, and sweetness of mercy, Psal. 30. 7. When carnally confident, I was troubled; | Let God's own people do so, it stops up the fountain of God's love, and sweetness of mercy, Psalm 30. 7. When carnally confident, I was troubled; | vvb n2 d n1 vdb av, pn31 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd c-crq av-j j, pns11 vbds vvn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10877 | as it is in marriage, if a man knows there is familiarity between the woman and another Lover he will have none of her; | as it is in marriage, if a man knows there is familiarity between the woman and Another Lover he will have none of her; | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vvz a-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n1 pns31 vmb vhi pix pp-f pno31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10878 | but when sin is thus bitter, the Lord hath the garments of joy to give for the spirit of heaviness, Isa. 61. 1, 2. Oh therefore, | but when since is thus bitter, the Lord hath the garments of joy to give for the Spirit of heaviness, Isaiah 61. 1, 2. O Therefore, | cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz av j, dt n1 vhz dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, crd uh av, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10879 | though it be cross to have limbs cut off, and breasts feared, bones broken, &c. yet part with all for life, | though it be cross to have limbs Cut off, and breasts feared, bones broken, etc. yet part with all for life, | cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vhi n2 vvn a-acp, cc n2 vvn, n2 vvn, av av vvi p-acp d c-acp n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10880 | even this life of Christ in you, which will give you full content. SECT. VIII. Quest. HOw shall I do thus, my heart will be wanton and carnal? | even this life of christ in you, which will give you full content. SECT. VIII. Quest. HOw shall I do thus, my heart will be wanton and carnal? | av d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, r-crq vmb vvi pn22 j n1. n1. np1. n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vdi av, po11 n1 vmb vbi j-jn cc j? | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1863 | Page 86 |
10881 | Answ. 1. Set this down for a conclusion, I shall never be comforted by the Lord, | Answer 1. Set this down for a conclusion, I shall never be comforted by the Lord, | np1 crd j-vvn d a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1865 | Page 86 |
10882 | whiles any thing else comforts my heart, i. e. for it self, as hath been proved; | while any thing Else comforts my heart, i. e. for it self, as hath been proved; | cs d n1 av vvz po11 n1, sy. sy. p-acp pn31 n1, c-acp vhz vbn vvn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1865 | Page 86 |
10883 | and if this was well thought of, this would make a man above all other things detest his carnal content, | and if this was well Thought of, this would make a man above all other things detest his carnal content, | cc cs d vbds av vvn pp-f, d vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n2 vvb po31 j n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1865 | Page 86 |
10884 | because this indeed keeps the Lord from him. 2. Keep the remembrance of the bitterness of your sin and evil in it; | Because this indeed keeps the Lord from him. 2. Keep the remembrance of the bitterness of your since and evil in it; | c-acp d av vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31. crd np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 cc n-jn p-acp pn31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1865 | Page 86 |
10885 | thus David, Plal. 51. 3. set it ever before him; | thus David, Plal. 51. 3. Set it ever before him; | av np1, np1. crd crd n1 pn31 av p-acp pno31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1866 | Page 86 |
10926 | but yet they are safely put in, partly because they are intended directly in the strength of their reason, and involved therein, implied thereby; | but yet they Are safely put in, partly Because they Are intended directly in the strength of their reason, and involved therein, implied thereby; | cc-acp av pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp, av c-acp pns32 vbr vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvn av, vvn av; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1881 | Page 88 |
10886 | for all the sweet of sin comes into the heart by a delusion first begot in the mind, of some present good in it, which the soul not attending to is drawn away by it, ••am. 1. 14. drawn away and enticed; hence fortifie here. Three things in sin, which if remembred, would make it bitter. | for all the sweet of since comes into the heart by a delusion First begotten in the mind, of Some present good in it, which the soul not attending to is drawn away by it, ••am. 1. 14. drawn away and enticed; hence fortify Here. Three things in since, which if remembered, would make it bitter. | c-acp d dt j pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 ord vvd p-acp dt n1, pp-f d j j p-acp pn31, r-crq dt n1 xx vvg pc-acp vbz vvn av p-acp pn31, n1. crd crd vvn av cc vvn; av vvi av. crd n2 p-acp n1, r-crq cs vvn, vmd vvi pn31 j. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1866 | Page 86 |
10887 | 1. Sentence of condemnation past upon thee by the Law of God for it, which may make a soul to mourn: | 1. Sentence of condemnation passed upon thee by the Law of God for it, which may make a soul to mourn: | crd n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi: | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1867 | Page 86 |
10888 | Little 〈 ◊ 〉 do men take in their Prison-bolts. | Little 〈 ◊ 〉 do men take in their Prison-bolts. | av-j 〈 sy 〉 vdb n2 vvi p-acp po32 n2. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1867 | Page 86 |
10889 | 2. The death, and agonies, and sorrows of the Lord Jesus, to acquit the soul from this condemnation; | 2. The death, and agonies, and sorrows of the Lord jesus, to acquit the soul from this condemnation; | crd dt n1, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1868 | Page 86 |
10890 | this is that which may work bitterness as for a first born, Zach. 12. 10, 11. 3. Crossing the will, and so grieving the heart of Christ now in glory; | this is that which may work bitterness as for a First born, Zach 12. 10, 11. 3. Crossing the will, and so grieving the heart of christ now in glory; | d vbz d r-crq vmb vvi n1 c-acp p-acp dt ord vvn, np1 crd crd, crd crd vvg dt n1, cc av vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1868 | Page 86 |
10891 | as when the old world grew sensual it grieved God to the heart; keep these in remembrance; | as when the old world grew sensual it grieved God to the heart; keep these in remembrance; | c-acp c-crq dt j n1 vvd j pn31 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1; vvb d p-acp n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1869 | Page 87 |
10892 | what pleasure canst thou take in that which makes the Lord sigh? 4. The end w•ll be bitterness, Psal. 73. 17. | what pleasure Canst thou take in that which makes the Lord sighs? 4. The end w•ll be bitterness, Psalm 73. 17. | r-crq n1 vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp d r-crq vvz dt n1 vvi? crd dt n1 vmb vbi n1, np1 crd crd | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1869 | Page 87 |
10893 | Secondly, Take heed you miss not of that Faith which will bring in supply, He•. 4. 1, 2. Take heed lest a promise being le•t, any fall short of that rest which comes by the promise, by an unbelieving heart; | Secondly, Take heed you miss not of that Faith which will bring in supply, He•. 4. 1, 2. Take heed lest a promise being le•t, any fallen short of that rest which comes by the promise, by an unbelieving heart; | ord, vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx pp-f d n1 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1, np1. crd crd, crd vvb n1 cs dt n1 vbg vvn, d n1 j pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt vvg n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1871 | Page 87 |
10894 | for many desire the Lord, and rest upon the Lord, and they are satisfied with their hunger, | for many desire the Lord, and rest upon the Lord, and they Are satisfied with their hunger, | p-acp d n1 dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1, | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1871 | Page 87 |
10895 | and with their rest on him, without receiving life from him; truly you will fall from the Lord then; | and with their rest on him, without receiving life from him; truly you will fallen from the Lord then; | cc p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno31; av-j pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1871 | Page 87 |
10896 | for if the Lord doth not daily drop life into your hearts, you will grow weary of him; | for if the Lord does not daily drop life into your hearts, you will grow weary of him; | c-acp cs dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb vvi j pp-f pno31; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1871 | Page 87 |
10897 | and Ordinances they are empty wells, and Promises they are dry 〈 ◊ 〉: if you have bread, but it feed you not, you will not care for it. SECT. IX. | and Ordinances they Are empty wells, and Promises they Are dry 〈 ◊ 〉: if you have bred, but it feed you not, you will not care for it. SECT. IX. | cc n2 pns32 vbr j n2, cc vvz pns32 vbr j 〈 sy 〉: cs pn22 vhb n1, cc-acp pn31 vvb pn22 xx, pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31. n1. crd. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1871 | Page 87 |
10898 | Quest. HOw shall I get this Faith? | Quest. HOw shall I get this Faith? | n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d n1? | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1872 | Page 87 |
10899 | Answ. 1. Honor and advance the Lord's rich grace in thy heart, before thou goest to him for the Spirit of life; | Answer 1. Honour and advance the Lord's rich grace in thy heart, before thou goest to him for the Spirit of life; | np1 crd n1 cc vvi dt n1|vbz j n1 p-acp po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1873 | Page 87 |
10900 | thus that poor woman, If I can but touch his skirt, I shall be whole; if I can come to him, I shall have help; | thus that poor woman, If I can but touch his skirt, I shall be Whole; if I can come to him, I shall have help; | av d j n1, cs pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns11 vmb vbi j-jn; cs pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, pns11 vmb vhi n1; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1873 | Page 87 |
10901 | many can think before they go to Christ, I shall never speed, I shall never over come these evils; | many can think before they go to christ, I shall never speed, I shall never over come these evils; | d vmb vvi c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp np1, pns11 vmb av-x vvi, pns11 vmb av-x a-acp vvn d n2-jn; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1873 | Page 87 |
10902 | and hence the Israeli•es are excluded Canaan: though I know the Lord doth pity his poor people when they believe, though not thus far; | and hence the Israeli•es Are excluded Canaan: though I know the Lord does pity his poor people when they believe, though not thus Far; | cc av dt n2 vbr vvn np1: c-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 vdz vvi po31 j n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, cs xx av av-j; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1873 | Page 87 |
10903 | as it is with men, if you would get their hearts from them; commend them; so here; | as it is with men, if you would get their hearts from them; commend them; so Here; | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, cs pn22 vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32; vvb pno32; av av; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1873 | Page 87 |
10927 | partly because they do more clearly express the meaning of the words, and give their sense more distinctly. | partly Because they do more clearly express the meaning of the words, and give their sense more distinctly. | av c-acp pns32 vdb av-dc av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc vvi po32 n1 av-dc av-j. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1881 | Page 88 |
10904 | and though this doth not move the Lord, yet it is an Ordinance; 'tis a way of God, Micah 7. 17, 18. 2. Take up a firm resolution never to let thy heart go from seeking the Lord till this is wrought, Psal. 27. 4. this I will seek after; | and though this does not move the Lord, yet it is an Ordinance; it's a Way of God, micah 7. 17, 18. 2. Take up a firm resolution never to let thy heart go from seeking the Lord till this is wrought, Psalm 27. 4. this I will seek After; | cc cs d vdz xx vvi dt n1, av pn31 vbz dt n1; pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd crd vvb a-acp dt j n1 av-x pc-acp vvi po21 n1 vvi p-acp vvg dt n1 c-acp d vbz vvn, np1 crd crd d pns11 vmb vvi a-acp; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1873 | Page 87 |
10905 | see that thou must needs have this; | see that thou must needs have this; | vvb cst pns21 vmb av vhi d; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1874 | Page 87 |
10906 | and hence do not say, I have desired and gone to the Lord, and no help comes, and now sit down; | and hence do not say, I have desired and gone to the Lord, and no help comes, and now fit down; | cc av vdb xx vvi, pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dx n1 vvz, cc av vvb a-acp; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1874 | Page 87 |
10907 | no, but take advantage hereupon to desire the more, and to make the Lord's denials or delays the ground of the 〈 … 〉 Canaanitish woman, crums; | no, but take advantage hereupon to desire the more, and to make the Lord's denials or delays the ground of the 〈 … 〉 Canaanitish woman, crumbs; | uh-dx, cc-acp vvb n1 av pc-acp vvi dt av-dc, cc pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n2 cc n2 dt n1 pp-f dt 〈 … 〉 jp n1, n2; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1874 | Page 87 |
10908 | as Iacob by wrestling against the Ang•• 〈 … 〉 blessing at last; | as Iacob by wrestling against the Ang•• 〈 … 〉 blessing At last; | c-acp np1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt np1 〈 … 〉 vvg p-acp ord; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1874 | Page 87 |
10909 | Say, as it hath been long, so therefore Lord help 〈 … 〉 But sins are many, and the heart is worse: | Say, as it hath been long, so Therefore Lord help 〈 … 〉 But Sins Are many, and the heart is Worse: | vvb, c-acp pn31 vhz vbn j, av av n1 vvb 〈 … 〉 cc-acp n2 vbr d, cc dt n1 vbz av-jc: | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1874 | Page 87 |
10910 | Oh the more need of 〈 … 〉 Exod. 33. 18. If thou wilt not go with us, carry us not up 〈 ◊ 〉. | O the more need of 〈 … 〉 Exod 33. 18. If thou wilt not go with us, carry us not up 〈 ◊ 〉. | uh dt av-dc n1 pp-f 〈 … 〉 np1 crd crd cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 xx a-acp 〈 sy 〉. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1874 | Page 87 |
10911 | 3. Wait for the Lord quietly, and lock out when will it be better. Isa. 64. 4. eye hath not seen; and wait for him first; | 3. Wait for the Lord quietly, and lock out when will it be better. Isaiah 64. 4. eye hath not seen; and wait for him First; | crd n1 p-acp dt n1 av-jn, cc vvi av c-crq vmb pn31 vbi jc. np1 crd crd n1 vhz xx vvn; cc vvi p-acp pno31 ord; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1875 | Page 87 |
10912 | and so for other things, Isa. 30. 18. Blessed are they that wait for him. 4. If the Lord gives not; | and so for other things, Isaiah 30. 18. Blessed Are they that wait for him. 4. If the Lord gives not; | cc av p-acp j-jn n2, np1 crd crd vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb p-acp pno31. crd cs dt n1 vvz xx; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1875 | Page 87 |
10913 | yet seek to give him content, though he doth not content thee; | yet seek to give him content, though he does not content thee; | av vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pno21; | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1876 | Page 87 |
10914 | as Mary, Ioh. 2. when they wanted wine, 1 Ioh. 3. 22. we do what pleaseth him; and hence have our answer; this will fetch it. | as Marry, John 2. when they wanted wine, 1 John 3. 22. we do what Pleases him; and hence have our answer; this will fetch it. | c-acp vvi, np1 crd c-crq pns32 vvd n1, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vdb r-crq vvz pno31; cc av vhb po12 n1; d vmb vvi pn31. | (40) chapter (DIV2) | 1876 | Page 87 |
10915 | CHAP. XIV. Shews that the Grace of one person will not advantage another that wants Grace himself; | CHAP. XIV. Shows that the Grace of one person will not advantage Another that Wants Grace himself; | np1 np1. vvz d dt n1 pp-f crd n1 vmb xx vvi j-jn cst vvz n1 px31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1876 | Page 88 |
10916 | and that the best Christians cannot dispense Grace to those that want it. | and that the best Christians cannot dispense Grace to those that want it. | cc cst dt js njpg2 vmbx vvi n1 p-acp d cst vvb pn31. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1876 | Page 88 |
10917 | VERSE 9. But the wise answered, saying, Not so, lest there be not enough for us and you; | VERSE 9. But the wise answered, saying, Not so, lest there be not enough for us and you; | n1 crd p-acp dt j vvd, vvg, xx av, cs pc-acp vbb xx av-d p-acp pno12 cc pn22; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1876 | Page 88 |
10918 | but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for your selves. SECT. I. HErein is set down the Answer of the wise to the Request of the foolish Virgins. | but go you rather to them that fell, and buy for your selves. SECT. I. HErein is Set down the Answer of the wise to the Request of the foolish Virgins. | cc-acp vvb pn22 av-c p-acp pno32 cst vvb, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2. n1. np1 av vbz vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1876 | Page 88 |
10919 | This Answer of the wise Virgins contains two things. | This Answer of the wise Virgins contains two things. | d n1 pp-f dt j n2 vvz crd n2. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1878 | Page 88 |
10920 | First, A denial, together with the reason of it, which is a check to their folly. | First, A denial, together with the reason of it, which is a check to their folly. | ord, dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp po32 n1. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1879 | Page 88 |
10921 | Secondly Their counsel and advice directing them to the remedy, if there be any which might supply them with oyl; | Secondly Their counsel and Advice directing them to the remedy, if there be any which might supply them with oil; | ord po32 n1 cc n1 vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vbb d r-crq vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1880 | Page 88 |
10922 | Go to them that sell and buy for your selves. The Spirit of Grace comes not so lightly by: You would have it given; no, you must buy it; | Go to them that fell and buy for your selves. The Spirit of Grace comes not so lightly by: You would have it given; no, you must buy it; | vvb p-acp pno32 cst vvb cc vvi p-acp po22 n2. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz xx av av-j p-acp: pn22 vmd vhi pn31 vvn; uh-dx, pn22 vmb vvi pn31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1880 | Page 88 |
10923 | you would have us help you; no, there are others appointed for to self it you; | you would have us help you; no, there Are Others appointed for to self it you; | pn22 vmd vhi pno12 vvi pn22; uh-x, pc-acp vbr n2-jn vvn p-acp p-acp n1 pn31 pn22; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1880 | Page 88 |
10924 | away to them before the Bridegroom comes. | away to them before the Bridegroom comes. | av p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 vvz. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1880 | Page 88 |
10925 | 1. Not so ] They are words inserted in the English Text, not so in the original; | 1. Not so ] They Are words inserted in the English Text, not so in the original; | crd xx av ] pns32 vbr n2 vvn p-acp dt jp n1, xx av p-acp dt n-jn; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1881 | Page 88 |
10928 | 2. Lest there be not enough for us and for you ] What did the foolish now look to works of supererogation and prayers of Saints, | 2. Lest there be not enough for us and for you ] What did the foolish now look to works of supererogation and Prayers of Saints, | crd cs pc-acp vbb xx av-d p-acp pno12 cc p-acp pn22 ] q-crq vdd dt j av vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n2, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1882 | Page 88 |
10929 | and the treasury of the Churches holiness and Indulgencies? surely no, for these were Virgins, had escaped the pollution of Antichrist, | and the treasury of the Churches holiness and Indulgences? surely no, for these were Virgins, had escaped the pollution of Antichrist, | cc dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc n2? av-j av-d, c-acp d vbdr n2, vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1882 | Page 88 |
10930 | and they go for this not to Popish Treasurers, but unto them that are wise; | and they go for this not to Popish Treasurers, but unto them that Are wise; | cc pns32 vvb p-acp d xx p-acp j n2, cc-acp p-acp pno32 cst vbr j; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1882 | Page 88 |
10931 | neither is it likely that Christ's coming could awaken them out of their security to fall to gross Popery so suddenly, | neither is it likely that Christ's coming could awaken them out of their security to fallen to gross Popery so suddenly, | av-dx vbz pn31 j cst npg1 n-vvg vmd vvi pno32 av pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 av av-j, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1882 | Page 88 |
10932 | whiles they were the Companions and Imitators of the wise, and therefore this is not the meaning, | while they were the Sodales and Imitators of the wise, and Therefore this is not the meaning, | cs pns32 vbdr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j, cc av d vbz xx dt n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1882 | Page 88 |
10933 | as some have wrested the words, and so make the Answer of the wise to be a Protestant Answer to a Popish Petition, | as Some have wrested the words, and so make the Answer of the wise to be a Protestant Answer to a Popish Petition, | c-acp d vhb vvn dt n2, cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vbi dt n1 vvb p-acp dt j vvb, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1882 | Page 88 |
10934 | and therefore bid them go to Shavelings that will for money sell Pardons, and Indulgencies, and Prayers, and Merits. SECT. II. | and Therefore bid them go to Shavelings that will for money fell Pardons, and Indulgences, and Prayers, and Merits. SECT. II | cc av vvb pno32 vvi p-acp n2 cst vmb p-acp n1 vvi n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2. n1. crd | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1882 | Page 89 |
10935 | Quest. WHat then are the wise unwilling to communicate of the Graces they have? what Christian but is willing? | Quest. WHat then Are the wise unwilling to communicate of the Graces they have? what Christian but is willing? | n1. q-crq av vbr dt j j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 pns32 vhb? q-crq np1 p-acp vbz j? | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1883 | Page 89 |
10936 | Answ. First, We are not to adhere to words in opening Parables, but the scope; now their scope was hereby, First to sink and humble the hearts of the foolish, | Answer First, We Are not to adhere to words in opening Parables, but the scope; now their scope was hereby, First to sink and humble the hearts of the foolish, | np1 ord, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp vvg n2, cc-acp dt n1; av po32 n1 vbds av, ord pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1884 | Page 89 |
10937 | and to let them know that all that which they had in time of extremity, was little enough for themselves at this season. | and to let them know that all that which they had in time of extremity, was little enough for themselves At this season. | cc pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi cst d d r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbds j av-d p-acp px32 p-acp d n1. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1884 | Page 89 |
10938 | Secondly, This answer is made answerable to the ground of their request; | Secondly, This answer is made answerable to the ground of their request; | ord, d n1 vbz vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10939 | you know how Hypocrites in Churches rest in outward priviledges, and how they are carried unto Ordinances, | you know how Hypocrites in Churches rest in outward privileges, and how they Are carried unto Ordinances, | pn22 vvb c-crq n2 p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp j n2, cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10940 | but not above Ordinances indeed to Christ; | but not above Ordinances indeed to christ; | cc-acp xx p-acp n2 av p-acp np1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10941 | and though they have some knowledge of, and lookings above them unto Christ, yet missing him, | and though they have Some knowledge of, and lookings above them unto christ, yet missing him, | cc cs pns32 vhb d n1 pp-f, cc n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp np1, av vvg pno31, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10942 | like men sinking catch hold upon that which is next, and so look for help thence; | like men sinking catch hold upon that which is next, and so look for help thence; | av-j n2 vvg n1 vvb p-acp d r-crq vbz ord, cc av vvb p-acp n1 av; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10943 | so these being in the fellowship of the wise, and admirers of them, and having got good by them, | so these being in the fellowship of the wise, and admirers of them, and having god good by them, | av d vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc n2 pp-f pno32, cc vhg vvn j p-acp pno32, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10944 | and imitated them, hence they relye too much upon them for it; | and imitated them, hence they rely too much upon them for it; | cc vvd pno32, av pns32 vvi av av-d p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10945 | and hence they answer, We have but our measure, and therefore it is not in our hands to dispense grace in times of extremity; | and hence they answer, We have but our measure, and Therefore it is not in our hands to dispense grace in times of extremity; | cc av pns32 vvb, pns12 vhb p-acp po12 n1, cc av pn31 vbz xx p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10946 | that must come from him that hath received the Spirit without measure; | that must come from him that hath received the Spirit without measure; | cst vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cst vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10947 | so that this answer doth not imply unwillingness to communicate, but to let the others see that they were not the first that could communitate. | so that this answer does not imply unwillingness to communicate, but to let the Others see that they were not the First that could communitate. | av cst d n1 vdz xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2-jn vvb cst pns32 vbdr xx dt ord cst vmb fw-la. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1885 | Page 89 |
10948 | Thirdly, You are to consider that God had now broken open the consciences of the foolish, that they professed they had no oyl; | Thirdly, You Are to Consider that God had now broken open the Consciences of the foolish, that they professed they had no oil; | ord, pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi cst np1 vhd av vvn av-j dt n2 pp-f dt j, cst pns32 vvd pns32 vhd dx n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1886 | Page 89 |
10949 | hereupon the wise Virgins are not unwilling to communicate altogether; | hereupon the wise Virgins Are not unwilling to communicate altogether; | av dt j n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi av; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1886 | Page 89 |
10950 | but considering other means are sanctified to beger Grace where it never was, or rather of greater efficacy and power; | but considering other means Are sanctified to beger Grace where it never was, or rather of greater efficacy and power; | cc-acp vvg j-jn n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq pn31 av-x vbds, cc av-c pp-f jc n1 cc n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1886 | Page 89 |
10951 | hence they send them to other means, to them that sell, professing this for their ground, that they had little enough for themselves; | hence they send them to other means, to them that fell, professing this for their ground, that they had little enough for themselves; | av pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp pno32 cst vvb, vvg d p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vhd j av-d p-acp px32; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1886 | Page 89 |
10952 | and it was not in their power now to convey any: This I conceive is the direct scope of the Parable in this Verse: Hence three Notes. SECT. III. THat the Grace of Gods Spirit in other wise-hearted Christians, will do no good to foolish Virgins, |
and it was not in their power now to convey any: This I conceive is the Direct scope of the Parable in this Verse: Hence three Notes. SECT. III. THat the Grace of God's Spirit in other wisehearted Christians, will do no good to foolish Virgins, and slothful Christians in the days of their extremity. | cc pn31 vbds xx p-acp po32 n1 av pc-acp vvi d: d pns11 vvb vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1: av crd n2. n1. np1. cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j-jn j np1, vmb vdi dx j p-acp j n2, cc j np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1886 | Page 89 |
10953 | Ezek. 14. 20. Though Iob and Daniel stood before me, they shall but deliver their own souls; | Ezekiel 14. 20. Though Job and daniel stood before me, they shall but deliver their own Souls; | np1 crd crd cs np1 cc np1 vvd p-acp pno11, pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi po32 d n2; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1887 | Page 89 |
10954 | gracious holy men, if not only in misery but sin 1 Ioh. 5. 16. they shall recover; | gracious holy men, if not only in misery but since 1 John 5. 16. they shall recover; | j j n2, cs xx av-j p-acp n1 p-acp n1 crd np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1887 | Page 89 |
10955 | not others, I•r. 4. 4. lest my wrath break out like fire. Oh therefore dally not under Ordinances; | not Others, I•r. 4. 4. lest my wrath break out like fire. O Therefore dally not under Ordinances; | xx ng2-jn, vvb. crd crd cs po11 n1 vvi av av-j n1. uh av vvb xx p-acp n2; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1887 | Page 89 |
10956 | to have them, but no gain of them; | to have them, but no gain of them; | pc-acp vhi pno32, cc-acp dx n1 pp-f pno32; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1887 | Page 89 |
10957 | to have Vines planted, but not to eat fruit of them, and all by reason of a slothful heart, is a dangerous thing; | to have Vines planted, but not to eat fruit of them, and all by reason of a slothful heart, is a dangerous thing; | pc-acp vhi n2 vvn, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno32, cc d p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz dt j n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1887 | Page 89 |
10958 | as many a man hath a rich stock, and a good trade, and yet thrives not; | as many a man hath a rich stock, and a good trade, and yet thrives not; | c-acp d dt n1 vhz dt j n1, cc dt j n1, cc av vvz xx; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1887 | Page 89 |
10959 | Oh he is not careful to keep, nor diligent to improve, but is idle; so here | O he is not careful to keep, nor diligent to improve, but is idle; so Here | uh pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, ccx j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vbz j; av av | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1887 | Page 89 |
10960 | Oh consider the wrath of God! In extremity usually the Lord hears and helps his poor people; | O Consider the wrath of God! In extremity usually the Lord hears and helps his poor people; | uh vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 av-j dt n1 vvz cc vvz po31 j n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1888 | Page 89 |
10961 | but it shall be far from the Lord, when others shall say Lord help; no, let others tears and prayers be regarded; | but it shall be Far from the Lord, when Others shall say Lord help; no, let Others tears and Prayers be regarded; | cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi av-j p-acp dt n1, c-crq n2-jn vmb vvi n1 vvi; uh-dx, vvb n2-jn n2 cc n2 vbb vvn; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1888 | Page 89 |
10962 | no, what Lord, not in extremity? no, not in extremity. SECT. IV. | no, what Lord, not in extremity? no, not in extremity. SECT. IV. | uh-dx, q-crq n1, xx p-acp n1? uh-dx, xx p-acp n1. n1. np1 | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1888 | Page 89 |
10963 | THat it is not in the hand of the most eminent Christians to dispence the Grace of Christ to whom, Observation 2. and when, and where they will: | THat it is not in the hand of the most eminent Christians to dispense the Grace of christ to whom, Observation 2. and when, and where they will: | cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp ro-crq, n1 crd cc q-crq, cc c-crq pns32 vmb: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1889 | Page 90 |
10964 | Not in all separably, nor in all joyntly; it is not in all the wise Virgins hands together: | Not in all separably, nor in all jointly; it is not in all the wise Virgins hands together: | xx p-acp d av-j, ccx p-acp d av-j; pn31 vbz xx p-acp d dt j ng1 n2 av: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1889 | Page 90 |
10965 | It is not in the hands of a whole Church, or all Churches to do this. | It is not in the hands of a Whole Church, or all Churches to do this. | pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc d n2 pc-acp vdi d. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1889 | Page 90 |
10966 | These poor foolish Virgins it may be they did not in their judgments think thus; however in their practice they now trust to this. | These poor foolish Virgins it may be they did not in their Judgments think thus; however in their practice they now trust to this. | np1 j j n2 pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vdd xx p-acp po32 n2 vvb av; c-acp p-acp po32 n1 pns32 av vvb p-acp d. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1889 | Page 90 |
10967 | But these answer, It is not in us. | But these answer, It is not in us. | p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp pno12. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1889 | Page 90 |
10968 | It is not in Moses to give his spirit to whom he would, but the Lord, Numb. 11. 17. | It is not in Moses to give his Spirit to whom he would, but the Lord, Numb. 11. 17. | pn31 vbz xx p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd, cc-acp dt n1, j. crd crd | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1890 | Page 90 |
10969 | It is not in Paul nor Apollos, the one deep in wisdom, the other admirable in expression, | It is not in Paul nor Apollos, the one deep in Wisdom, the other admirable in expression, | pn31 vbz xx p-acp np1 ccx np1, dt crd j-jn p-acp n1, dt j-jn j p-acp n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1891 | Page 90 |
10970 | but in God, who gives the commission to fetch the whole world in, 1 Cor. 3. 5, 6. It is not in Christ as Man, to give to one to sit at his right hand or left. | but in God, who gives the commission to fetch the Whole world in, 1 Cor. 3. 5, 6. It is not in christ as Man, to give to one to fit At his right hand or left. | cc-acp p-acp np1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp, crd np1 crd crd, crd pn31 vbz xx p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pi pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n1 cc vvn. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1891 | Page 90 |
10971 | It is not in the hands of the best Parents; It is not in the wills of all men living, Ioh. 1. 13. SECT. V. BEcause they have but their measure received wholly, |
It is not in the hands of the best Parents; It is not in the wills of all men living, John 1. 13. SECT. V. Because they have but their measure received wholly, and dependent wholly from Another, answerable to their own necessities; | pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt js n2; pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 vvg, np1 crd crd n1. n1 c-acp pns32 vhb p-acp po32 n1 vvd av-jn, cc j-jn av-jn p-acp n-jn, j p-acp po32 d n2; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1893 | Page 90 |
10972 | therefore it is not in their freedom, but in the hands of him who hath received it without measure, Iohn 3. 34, 35. but the Father hath put all things into his hands; | Therefore it is not in their freedom, but in the hands of him who hath received it without measure, John 3. 34, 35. but the Father hath put all things into his hands; | av pn31 vbz xx p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno31 r-crq vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n2; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1894 | Page 90 |
10973 | as it is in stars, one star doth not give light to another, but the Sun to all, having received it without measure comparatively; | as it is in Stars, one star does not give Light to Another, but the Sun to all, having received it without measure comparatively; | p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, crd n1 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp j-jn, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp d, vhg vvn pn31 p-acp n1 av-j; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1894 | Page 90 |
10974 | so one Spring doth not beget another, but it is in the Sea, which hath water without measure, from whence they come and return again. | so one Spring does not beget Another, but it is in the Sea, which hath water without measure, from whence they come and return again. | av crd n1 vdz xx vvi j-jn, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz n1 p-acp n1, p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi av. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1894 | Page 90 |
10975 | Because all the Saints, |
Because all the Saints, and all the fellowship of God's people, it is but a means, | p-acp d dt n2, cc d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10976 | or they are but instruments in the hands of Christ to convey Grace; | or they Are but Instruments in the hands of christ to convey Grace; | cc pns32 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10977 | now you know all instruments act and work according to the will of the principal agent; | now you know all Instruments act and work according to the will of the principal agent; | av pn22 vvb d n2 vvi cc n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10978 | as it is not in the axes hand to cut down one tree for fuel, another for building; | as it is not in the axes hand to Cut down one tree for fuel, Another for building; | c-acp pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp crd n1 p-acp n1, j-jn p-acp n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10979 | but in the agents hand, especially if the instrument be weak and powerless, and such are the people of God; | but in the agents hand, especially if the Instrument be weak and powerless, and such Are the people of God; | cc-acp p-acp dt n2 n1, av-j cs dt n1 vbb j cc j, cc d vbr dt n1 pp-f np1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10980 | 1 Cor. 1. 29. they are poor things, and weak things, and nothings, things that are not; | 1 Cor. 1. 29. they Are poor things, and weak things, and nothings, things that Are not; | crd np1 crd crd pns32 vbr j n2, cc j n2, cc pi2x, n2 cst vbr xx; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10981 | 2 Cor. 3. 5. not so much as to think any thing of themselves ▪ It is not in the people of God as it is in salves, that there is an inherent vertue abiding alway to heal, | 2 Cor. 3. 5. not so much as to think any thing of themselves ▪ It is not in the people of God as it is in Salves, that there is an inherent virtue abiding always to heal, | crd np1 crd crd xx av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f px32 ▪ pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvg av pc-acp vvi, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10982 | and that in any man which is cureable; but there is only an adherent vertue which doth not alway abide; | and that in any man which is curable; but there is only an adherent virtue which does not always abide; | cc cst p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz j; cc-acp pc-acp vbz av-j dt j n1 r-crq vdz xx av vvi; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10983 | and when it is there, works not upon all, but only at the pleasure of the principal Agent the Lord Jesus; | and when it is there, works not upon all, but only At the pleasure of the principal Agent the Lord jesus; | cc c-crq pn31 vbz a-acp, vvz xx p-acp d, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 dt n1 np1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10984 | those means which providence hath put an inherent vertue into, cannot bless, but as the Lord will; | those means which providence hath put an inherent virtue into, cannot bless, but as the Lord will; | d n2 r-crq n1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp, vmbx vvi, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vmb; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10985 | meat cannot nourish sometimes, muchless can these without the will of another; hence Ephes. 4. 16. the Saints are edified by this, but from Christ still. | meat cannot nourish sometime, muchless can these without the will of Another; hence Ephesians 4. 16. the Saints Are edified by this, but from christ still. | n1 vmbx vvi av, j vmb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn; av np1 crd crd dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp np1 av. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1895 | Page 90 |
10986 | In regard of the greatness of the power and honor that is required to dispence the Grace of God, |
In regard of the greatness of the power and honour that is required to dispense the Grace of God, and the Spirit of Grace, which the Church is not capable of. First, Knowledge of the Elect; | p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 vbz xx j pp-f. ord, n1 pp-f dt n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1896 | Page 90 |
10987 | the Spirt of Grace which accompanies Salvation, shall never be given to any but to them, Rom. 11. 7. the election have obtained it; | the Spirt of Grace which Accompanies Salvation, shall never be given to any but to them, Rom. 11. 7. the election have obtained it; | dt vvb pp-f n1 r-crq vvz n1, vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp d cc-acp p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd dt n1 vhb vvn pn31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1897 | Page 90 |
10988 | hence they must be known first to them that have power to dispence it; now that they cannot tell; | hence they must be known First to them that have power to dispense it; now that they cannot tell; | av pns32 vmb vbi vvn ord p-acp pno32 cst vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; av cst pns32 vmbx vvi; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1897 | Page 91 |
11112 | CHAP. XV. Of the plentiful dispensing of Grace in the Gospel Ministry. SECT. I. | CHAP. XV. Of the plentiful dispensing of Grace in the Gospel Ministry. SECT. I. | np1 crd. pp-f dt j vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 n1. n1. pns11. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1919 | Page 95 |
10989 | indeed Paul by seeing the 〈 … 〉 forth, knew the election of the Thessalonians, 1 Thess. 1. 4. but not 〈 ◊ 〉; | indeed Paul by seeing the 〈 … 〉 forth, knew the election of the Thessalonians, 1 Thess 1. 4. but not 〈 ◊ 〉; | av np1 p-acp vvg dt 〈 … 〉 av, vvd dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, crd np1 crd crd p-acp xx 〈 sy 〉; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1897 | Page 91 |
10990 | he could not say This man I will give grace unto, and not to that; | he could not say This man I will give grace unto, and not to that; | pns31 vmd xx vvi d n1 pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp, cc xx p-acp d; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1897 | Page 91 |
10991 | a Minister, as Paul, Acts 18. 10. may in general know that there is some people in such a place, at least probably, | a Minister, as Paul, Acts 18. 10. may in general know that there is Some people in such a place, At least probably, | dt n1, c-acp np1, n2 crd crd vmb p-acp n1 vvb cst pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp ds av-j, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1897 | Page 91 |
10992 | but who they be he knows not, no more than Samuel, who knew one of Iesses Sons was to be King, | but who they be he knows not, no more than Samuel, who knew one of Jesses Sons was to be King, | cc-acp r-crq pns32 vbb pns31 vvz xx, av-dx dc cs np1, r-crq vvd crd pp-f n2 n2 vbds pc-acp vbi n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1897 | Page 91 |
10993 | but not one whom he liked, but whom the Lord did chuse; and hence a Minister calls all, because he knows not who they be: | but not one whom he liked, but whom the Lord did choose; and hence a Minister calls all, Because he knows not who they be: | cc-acp xx crd r-crq pns31 vvd, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vdd vvi; cc av dt n1 vvz d, c-acp pns31 vvz xx r-crq pns32 vbb: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1897 | Page 91 |
10994 | only some are called, because Christ knew, and therefore in his hand it is. | only Some Are called, Because christ knew, and Therefore in his hand it is. | j d vbr vvn, c-acp np1 vvd, cc av p-acp po31 n1 pn31 vbz. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1897 | Page 91 |
10995 | Secondly, The power must be omnipotent, both to lay the foundation, and to go on with the building; | Secondly, The power must be omnipotent, both to lay the Foundation, and to go on with the building; | ord, dt n1 vmb vbi j, av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1898 | Page 91 |
10996 | now that cannot be put forth by a poor finite creature, when it will, |
now that cannot be put forth by a poor finite creature, when it will, but when the Lord will; | av cst vmbx vbi vvn av p-acp dt j j n1, c-crq pn31 vmb, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vmb; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1898 | Page 91 |
10997 | a Minister may preach and quicken, a Christian may exhort and comfort, and yet they may hear and meet again twenty times and never find the like day, | a Minister may preach and quicken, a Christian may exhort and Comfort, and yet they may hear and meet again twenty times and never find the like day, | dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, dt njp vmb vvi cc vvi, cc av pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi av crd n2 cc av-x vvi dt j n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1898 | Page 91 |
10998 | because their weapons are only mighty through God, 2 Cor. 10. 4, 5. | Because their weapons Are only mighty through God, 2 Cor. 10. 4, 5. | c-acp po32 n2 vbr av-j j p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1898 | Page 91 |
10999 | Thirdly, Shedding of blood, dying and bearing wrath, to purchase and so to have the Spirit to send; | Thirdly, Shedding of blood, dying and bearing wrath, to purchase and so to have the Spirit to send; | ord, vvg pp-f n1, vvg cc vvg n1, pc-acp vvi cc av pc-acp vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1899 | Page 91 |
11000 | for the Spirit of Grace could never be given, nor encreased, nor continued in any, had not blood first purchased this; | for the Spirit of Grace could never be given, nor increased, nor continued in any, had not blood First purchased this; | p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd av-x vbi vvn, ccx vvd, ccx vvd p-acp d, vhd xx n1 ord vvd d; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1899 | Page 91 |
11001 | our sins are said to be healed by blood, and we cleansed from them by it, i. e. by the Spirit purchased by it, Heb. 9. 14. Blood sprinkled purifies your consciences with blood, i. e. | our Sins Are said to be healed by blood, and we cleansed from them by it, i. e. by the Spirit purchased by it, Hebrew 9. 14. Blood sprinkled Purifies your Consciences with blood, i. e. | po12 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc pns12 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31, sy. sy. p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd n1 vvn vvz po22 n2 p-acp n1, uh. sy. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1899 | Page 91 |
11002 | the vertue of blood applied by the Spirit: | the virtue of blood applied by the Spirit: | dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1899 | Page 91 |
11003 | If any of the Saints shed blood for the Church to redeem it, then they have power to convey the Spirit of Grace to the Church; | If any of the Saints shed blood for the Church to Redeem it, then they have power to convey the Spirit of Grace to the Church; | cs d pp-f dt n2 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cs pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1899 | Page 91 |
11004 | and it is as hard to convey one dram of Grace as to dye. SECT. VII. HEnce we may see the glory and excellency of the Lord Jesus above all men; | and it is as hard to convey one dram of Grace as to die. SECT. VII. HEnce we may see the glory and excellency of the Lord jesus above all men; | cc pn31 vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi crd n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi. n1. np1. av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 p-acp d n2; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1899 | Page 91 |
11005 | nay, above all the best men and best Churches living; | uh, p-acp d dt js n2 cc js n2 vvg; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 | |
11006 | ask David whom he loves and honors most, he will tell you, Psal. 15. 4. He despiseth a vile person, | ask David whom he loves and honours most, he will tell you, Psalm 15. 4. He despises a vile person, | vvb np1 r-crq pns31 vvz cc n2 av-ds, pns31 vmb vvi pn22, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz dt j n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11007 | and honors them that fear the Lord; and that Christian that is most excellent had all his heart; | and honours them that Fear the Lord; and that Christian that is most excellent had all his heart; | cc n2 pno32 cst vvb dt n1; cc cst np1 cst vbz av-ds j vhd d po31 n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11008 | ask any Christian, to what men his heart is most knit, and whom he doth most of all honor, | ask any Christian, to what men his heart is most knit, and whom he does most of all honour, | vvb d njp, p-acp r-crq n2 po31 n1 vbz av-ds vvn, cc r-crq pns31 vdz av-ds pp-f d n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11009 | if he sees one man in forty most holy most humble, most like to God, most acquainted with God, and the mind of God; | if he sees one man in forty most holy most humble, most like to God, most acquainted with God, and the mind of God; | cs pns31 vvz crd n1 p-acp crd av-ds j av-ds j, av-ds av-j p-acp np1, av-ds vvn p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11010 | a Paul for wisdom, a David for brokenness of spirit, an Abr•ham for Faith, a Steven for courage and zeal, &c. their very feet are beautiful, their very names are an alablaster-box broken up. | a Paul for Wisdom, a David for brokenness of Spirit, an Abr•ham for Faith, a Steven for courage and zeal, etc. their very feet Are beautiful, their very names Are an alablaster-box broken up. | dt np1 p-acp n1, dt np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, dt np1 p-acp n1, dt np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av po32 j n2 vbr j, po32 j n2 vbr dt n1 vvn a-acp. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11011 | And why doth he thus? Because he sees they are holy, and like to God; | And why does he thus? Because he sees they Are holy, and like to God; | cc q-crq vdz pns31 av? p-acp pns31 vvz pns32 vbr j, cc av-j p-acp np1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11012 | Oh but consider they cannot make thee holy, it is not in their liberty; though they should like thee, they cannot teach thee one truth savingly; | O but Consider they cannot make thee holy, it is not in their liberty; though they should like thee, they cannot teach thee one truth savingly; | uh cc-acp vvb pns32 vmbx vvi pno21 j, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po32 n1; cs pns32 vmd vvi pno21, pns32 vmbx vvi pno21 crd n1 av-vvg; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11013 | thou hast a rugged heart, they cannot polish thee; and wilde, they cannot tame it; | thou hast a rugged heart, they cannot polish thee; and wild, they cannot tame it; | pns21 vh2 dt j n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pno21; cc j, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11014 | they cannot convey one dram, or taste, or savor of the life of Grace to thee: | they cannot convey one dram, or taste, or savour of the life of Grace to thee: | pns32 vmbx vvi crd n1, cc vvi, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11015 | Oh if these be lovely who only have oyl in their vessels, though they can give none for thee: | O if these be lovely who only have oil in their vessels, though they can give none for thee: | uh cs d vbb j r-crq av-j vhb n1 p-acp po32 n2, cs pns32 vmb vvi pix p-acp pno21: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11016 | What is the Lord Jesus then? who is not only holy, fairer than the children of men, having all without measure; | What is the Lord jesus then? who is not only holy, Fairer than the children of men, having all without measure; | q-crq vbz dt n1 np1 av? q-crq vbz xx av-j j, jc cs dt n2 pp-f n2, vhg d p-acp n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11017 | but can also make thee holy, which none of the Saints can; who not only ▪ is good and holy, but doth good, and makes holy. | but can also make thee holy, which none of the Saints can; who not only ▪ is good and holy, but does good, and makes holy. | cc-acp vmb av vvi pno21 j, r-crq pi pp-f dt n2 vmb; r-crq xx j ▪ vbz j cc j, cc-acp vdz j, cc vvz j. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11018 | Thou lookest sometimes upon Saints, and seest their grace and life, and mournest for want of it, keepest company with them, | Thou Lookest sometime upon Saints, and See their grace and life, and mournest for want of it, Keepest company with them, | pns21 vv2 av p-acp n2, cc vv2 po32 n1 cc n1, cc vv2 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31, vv2 n1 p-acp pno32, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11019 | and wishest thou hadst their oyl, but they cannot help thee to it: Oh look up to the Lord: | and wishest thou Hadst their oil, but they cannot help thee to it: O look up to the Lord: | cc vv2 pns21 vhd2 po32 n1, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vvi pno21 p-acp pn31: uh vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11020 | If thou lovest and prizest them, oh prize and love the Lord much more who hath it in his hands to give it unto thee: | If thou Lovest and prizest them, o prize and love the Lord much more who hath it in his hands to give it unto thee: | cs pns21 vv2 cc vv2 pno32, uh n1 cc vvi dt n1 av-d dc r-crq vhz pn31 p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno21: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11021 | who like a Spring sends not forth its streams to refresh it self, but the weary, | who like a Spring sends not forth its streams to refresh it self, but the weary, | r-crq av-j dt n1 vvz xx av po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, cc-acp dt j, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 91 |
11022 | but the faint, Isa. 50. 4. who like 〈 … 〉 sends not his beams out to enlighten it self, | but the faint, Isaiah 50. 4. who like 〈 … 〉 sends not his beams out to enlighten it self, | cc-acp dt j, np1 crd crd r-crq av-j 〈 … 〉 vvz xx po31 n2 av pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 92 |
11023 | but 〈 … 〉 which sit in d•••ness might see, and blind might know, Io•. 9. 49. Ioh. 17. for their sakes I sanctifie my self, he hath an humble, meek spirit to give to th•e that art proud and sturdy; | but 〈 … 〉 which fit in d•••ness might see, and blind might know, Io•. 9. 49. John 17. for their sakes I sanctify my self, he hath an humble, meek Spirit to give to th•e that art proud and sturdy; | cc-acp 〈 … 〉 r-crq vvb p-acp n1 vmd vvi, cc j vmd vvi, np1. crd crd np1 crd c-acp po32 n2 pns11 vvb po11 n1, pns31 vhz dt j, j n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi cst vb2r j cc j; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 92 |
11024 | he can make a Lion a Lamb, who hath a wise and heavenly Spirit to teach thee that art simple, | he can make a lion a Lamb, who hath a wise and heavenly Spirit to teach thee that art simple, | pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 dt n1, r-crq vhz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 d n1 j, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 92 |
11025 | and thee that art earthly, if his good pleasure will. SECT. VII. | and thee that art earthly, if his good pleasure will. SECT. VII. | cc pno21 d n1 j, cs po31 j n1 vmb. n1. np1. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1900 | Page 92 |
11026 | DO not say I have found good from them, as well as seen Grace in them 〈 ◊ 〉 I blessed God that ever I saw or spake with them, | DO not say I have found good from them, as well as seen Grace in them 〈 ◊ 〉 I blessed God that ever I saw or spoke with them, | vdb xx vvi pns11 vhb vvn j p-acp pno32, c-acp av c-acp vvn n1 p-acp pno32 〈 sy 〉 pns11 j-vvn np1 cst av pns11 vvd cc vvd p-acp pno32, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1901 | Page 92 |
11027 | or ever saw 〈 … 〉 &c. I answer, Know it that they were but powerless instruments 〈 … 〉 of a merciful, | or ever saw 〈 … 〉 etc. I answer, Know it that they were but powerless Instruments 〈 … 〉 of a merciful, | cc av vvd 〈 … 〉 av pns11 vvb, vvb pn31 cst pns32 vbdr p-acp j n2 〈 … 〉 pp-f dt j, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1901 | Page 92 |
11028 | yet powerful Christ, otherwise thou hadst never 〈 … 〉 from any Christian, any Minister, any Sermon; | yet powerful christ, otherwise thou Hadst never 〈 … 〉 from any Christian, any Minister, any Sermon; | av j np1, av pns21 vhd2 av-x 〈 … 〉 p-acp d njp, d n1, d n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1901 | Page 92 |
11029 | the Lord Jesus 〈 … 〉 have used them as means to have condemned thee, as he did 〈 … 〉 and Noahs example, by which he condemned the world, | the Lord jesus 〈 … 〉 have used them as means to have condemned thee, as he did 〈 … 〉 and Noahs Exampl, by which he condemned the world, | dt n1 uh-np 〈 … 〉 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp n2 pc-acp vhi vvn pno21, c-acp pns31 vdd 〈 … 〉 cc npg1 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd dt n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1901 | Page 92 |
11030 | as well as to have called thee, or done the least good to thee; therefore this still 〈 … 〉 upon Christ above all others in the world; | as well as to have called thee, or done the least good to thee; Therefore this still 〈 … 〉 upon christ above all Others in the world; | c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vhi vvn pno21, cc vdn dt av-ds j p-acp pno21; av d av 〈 … 〉 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2-jn p-acp dt n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1901 | Page 92 |
11031 | all the Saints and Ministers in the world could not have changed one hair from being black to white, no••• all their cares for thee added one cubit to thy stature; | all the Saints and Ministers in the world could not have changed one hair from being black to white, no••• all their Cares for thee added one cubit to thy stature; | d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd xx vhi vvn crd n1 p-acp vbg j-jn p-acp j-jn, n1 d po32 n2 p-acp pno21 vvn crd n1 p-acp po21 n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1901 | Page 92 |
11032 | Oh it was the Lord, 〈 ◊ 〉 if they have any pity, the Lord put in them; | O it was the Lord, 〈 ◊ 〉 if they have any pity, the Lord put in them; | uh pn31 vbds dt n1, 〈 sy 〉 cs pns32 vhb d n1, dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1901 | Page 92 |
11033 | if they ever spake one word, or made one prayer, the Lord put it in them; | if they ever spoke one word, or made one prayer, the Lord put it in them; | cs pns32 av vvd crd n1, cc vvd crd n1, dt n1 vvd pn31 p-acp pno32; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1901 | Page 92 |
11034 | if blessed, it is by him. | if blessed, it is by him. | cs vvn, pn31 vbz p-acp pno31. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1901 | Page 92 |
11035 | Now dost thou honor and love them, because they have done thy soul good, else thou hadst been in hell? Oh admire the Lord much more, | Now dost thou honour and love them, Because they have done thy soul good, Else thou Hadst been in hell? O admire the Lord much more, | av vd2 pns21 vvi cc vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 vhb vdn po21 n1 j, av pns21 vhd2 vbn p-acp n1? uh vvb dt n1 av-d av-dc, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11036 | for they were but set on work by him; | for they were but Set on work by him; | c-acp pns32 vbdr cc-acp vvd p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11037 | and now they have done thee good, there is a stop, they can go no further you think; | and now they have done thee good, there is a stop, they can go no further you think; | cc av pns32 vhb vdn pno21 j, pc-acp vbz dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc pn22 vvb; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11038 | I did receive good by a little, while being with such Christians, but now when thou comest hither again, thou thinkest (it may be) thou shalt receive much more; | I did receive good by a little, while being with such Christians, but now when thou Comest hither again, thou Thinkest (it may be) thou shalt receive much more; | pns11 vdd vvi j p-acp dt j, cs vbg p-acp d np1, cc-acp av c-crq pns21 vv2 av av, pns21 vv2 (pn31 vmb vbi) pns21 vm2 vvi av-d av-dc; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11039 | no, their hands and feet may be bound, those Conduit-cocks cannot turn themselves. | no, their hands and feet may be bound, those conduit-cocks cannot turn themselves. | uh-dx, po32 n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn, d n2 vmbx vvi px32. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11040 | O• but Jesus Christ he can go on, nay, he will go until he hath made thee like unto his own self; | O• but jesus christ he can go on, nay, he will go until he hath made thee like unto his own self; | np1 p-acp np1 np1 pns31 vmb vvi a-acp, uh-x, pns31 vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno21 av-j p-acp po31 d n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11041 | and hence 1 Ioh. 3. 2. then we shall be like him, now we be sons; | and hence 1 John 3. 2. then we shall be like him, now we be Sons; | cc av crd np1 crd crd av pns12 vmb vbi av-j pno31, av pns12 vbb n2; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11042 | children though born of poor men, yet love their poor father that begat them: | children though born of poor men, yet love their poor father that begat them: | n2 cs vvn pp-f j n2, av vvb po32 j n1 cst vvd pno32: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11043 | Who gave you your being? who begat you to God, and so made you sons of God? Oh methinks the Lord that did this should be precious and lovely! | Who gave you your being? who begat you to God, and so made you Sons of God? O methinks the Lord that did this should be precious and lovely! | r-crq vvd pn22 po22 n1? q-crq vvd pn22 p-acp np1, cc av vvd pn22 n2 pp-f np1? uh vvb dt n1 cst vdd d vmd vbi j cc j! | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11044 | that you should call the world to wonder at it, that the Lord hath made an incarnate Devil a blessed Angel: | that you should call the world to wonder At it, that the Lord hath made an incarnate devil a blessed Angel: | cst pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cst dt n1 vhz vvn dt j n1 dt j-vvn n1: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11045 | But thou hast a vile heart still; Oh but you shall be like him; he will make you like himself at the last day, who is brighter than Angels, | But thou hast a vile heart still; O but you shall be like him; he will make you like himself At the last day, who is Brighter than Angels, | cc-acp pns21 vh2 dt j n1 av; uh p-acp pn22 vmb vbi av-j pno31; pns31 vmb vvi pn22 av-j px31 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz jc cs n2, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11046 | and whose face is fairer than the children of men; | and whose face is Fairer than the children of men; | cc rg-crq n1 vbz jc cs dt n2 pp-f n2; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11047 | only he will do it by little and little here, rather by causing thee to feel thy vileness, than removing it wholly. | only he will do it by little and little Here, rather by causing thee to feel thy vileness, than removing it wholly. | av-j pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp j cc av-j av, av-c p-acp vvg pno21 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, cs vvg pn31 av-jn. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1902 | Page 92 |
11048 | Therefore, as the Apostle Gal. 4, 9. when they were turned from the Gospel to Mosaical observances, he calls them weak and beggarly rudiments, which had no power of themselves to convey Grace, not at best in that abundance which the Gospel did; | Therefore, as the Apostle Gal. 4, 9. when they were turned from the Gospel to Mosaical observances, he calls them weak and beggarly rudiments, which had no power of themselves to convey Grace, not At best in that abundance which the Gospel did; | av, c-acp dt n1 np1 crd, crd c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2, pns31 vvz pno32 j cc j n2, r-crq vhd dx n1 pp-f px32 p-acp vvi n1, xx p-acp js p-acp d n1 r-crq dt n1 vdd; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1903 | Page 92 |
11049 | so say I, do you now know the Lord, who did not once know him; | so say I, do you now know the Lord, who did not once know him; | av vvb pns11, vdb pn22 av vvb dt n1, r-crq vdd xx a-acp vvi pno31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1903 | Page 92 |
11050 | and do you now admire and love Chirstians and others, if they do good especially to you; | and do you now admire and love Christians and Others, if they do good especially to you; | cc vdb pn22 av vvi cc vvi n2 cc n2-jn, cs pns32 vdb j av-j p-acp pn22; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1903 | Page 92 |
11051 | and do you refuse to honor the Lord, but look only upon beggarly, weak means and Christians? God forbid; | and do you refuse to honour the Lord, but look only upon beggarly, weak means and Christians? God forbid; | cc vdb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp vvb av-j p-acp j, j n2 cc np1? np1 vvb; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1903 | Page 92 |
11052 | it is the Lord only that can enrich you, &c. 2 Cor. 3. If the ministration of condemnation was glorious, oh what is the ministration of the Spirit; | it is the Lord only that can enrich you, etc. 2 Cor. 3. If the ministration of condemnation was glorious, o what is the ministration of the Spirit; | pn31 vbz dt n1 av-j cst vmb vvi pn22, av crd np1 crd cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds j, uh q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1903 | Page 92 |
11053 | if those which have the Spirit be glorious, what is the Lord that not only hath it, | if those which have the Spirit be glorious, what is the Lord that not only hath it, | cs d r-crq vhb dt n1 vbb j, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst xx av-j vhz pn31, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1904 | Page 92 |
11054 | but can also give it, and make you like unto him in glory, and that by the very beholding of him ! vers. | but can also give it, and make you like unto him in glory, and that by the very beholding of him! vers. | cc-acp vmb av vvi pn31, cc vvb pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f pno31! zz. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1904 | Page 92 |
11055 | ult. If a man had such a glass which not only gave him the sight of some dear friend always, | ult. If a man had such a glass which not only gave him the sighed of Some dear friend always, | n1. cs dt n1 vhd d dt n1 r-crq xx av-j vvd pno31 dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 av, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1904 | Page 93 |
11056 | but as oft as he looked in it, makes him like unto him, how would he prize this glass, | but as oft as he looked in it, makes him like unto him, how would he prize this glass, | cc-acp c-acp av c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, vvz pno31 av-j p-acp pno31, q-crq vmd pns31 vvi d n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1904 | Page 93 |
11057 | but especially the image of his friend in it! so Christ is not only glorious, but he thereby makes himself glorious. SECT. VIII. Object. DO not say the Lord can do this, but he will not; Saints would if they could. | but especially the image of his friend in it! so christ is not only glorious, but he thereby makes himself glorious. SECT. VIII. Object. DO not say the Lord can do this, but he will not; Saints would if they could. | cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn31! av np1 vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp pns31 av vvz px31 j. n1. np1. n1. vdb xx vvi dt n1 vmb vdi d, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx; n2 vmd cs pns32 vmd. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1904 | Page 93 |
11058 | Answ. 1. You do not know but that he will do it; | Answer 1. You do not know but that he will do it; | np1 crd pn22 vdb xx vvi cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vdi pn31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1906 | Page 93 |
11059 | when Christ was here on earth, and men were sick, though their friends willed their good; | when christ was Here on earth, and men were sick, though their Friends willed their good; | c-crq np1 vbds av p-acp n1, cc n2 vbdr j, cs po32 n2 vvd po32 j; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1906 | Page 93 |
11060 | yet I doubt not but Christ was most glorious, because though they knew not that he would, | yet I doubt not but christ was most glorious, Because though they knew not that he would, | av pns11 vvb xx p-acp np1 vbds av-ds j, c-acp cs pns32 vvd xx cst pns31 vmd, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1906 | Page 93 |
11061 | yet they knew that he might heal and pity, and if it were for his honor he would. | yet they knew that he might heal and pity, and if it were for his honour he would. | av pns32 vvd cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi, cc cs pn31 vbdr p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vmd. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1906 | Page 93 |
11062 | 2. Pray to him for it, and do it; | 2. prey to him for it, and do it; | crd n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31, cc vdb pn31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1907 | Page 93 |
11063 | he will pour water on the thirsty, and give the Spirit and water of life to them that ask; | he will pour water on the thirsty, and give the Spirit and water of life to them that ask; | pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt j, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1907 | Page 93 |
11064 | Do not think you seek in vain, especially if your cryes arise from a sick heart, that sin is thy disease not torment onely; | Do not think you seek in vain, especially if your cries arise from a sick heart, that since is thy disease not torment only; | vdb xx vvi pn22 vvb p-acp j, av-j cs po22 n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cst n1 vbz po21 n1 xx vvi av-j; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1907 | Page 93 |
11065 | it is not thy delight, you need a Physitian, he will not heal you, if it is not your temper, your food, &c. If a man hath a mind to a thing, | it is not thy delight, you need a physician, he will not heal you, if it is not your temper, your food, etc. If a man hath a mind to a thing, | pn31 vbz xx po21 n1, pn22 vvb dt n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22, cs pn31 vbz xx po22 n1, po22 n1, av cs dt n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1907 | Page 93 |
11066 | and another denies him, he will not see less beauty then, than he did before; if you have a mind, Christ hath a mind also. | and Another Denies him, he will not see less beauty then, than he did before; if you have a mind, christ hath a mind also. | cc n-jn vvz pno31, pns31 vmb xx vvi dc n1 av, cs pns31 vdd a-acp; cs pn22 vhb dt n1, np1 vhz dt n1 av. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1907 | Page 93 |
11067 | Obj. But I do not feel the Lord giving me the Spirit. | Object But I do not feel the Lord giving me the Spirit. | np1 cc-acp pns11 vdb xx vvi dt n1 vvg pno11 dt n1. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1908 | Page 93 |
11068 | Answ. Yet if you prize it, and reach after it, the Lord hath done this for you. SECT. IX. | Answer Yet if you prize it, and reach After it, the Lord hath done this for you. SECT. IX. | np1 av cs pn22 vvb pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31, dt n1 vhz vdn d p-acp pn22. n1. crd. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1909 | Page 93 |
11069 | TO all the Servants of the Lord, |
TO all the Servants of the Lord, if ever you did any good to any, O boast not of your selves, | p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cs av pn22 vdd d j p-acp d, uh vvb xx pp-f po22 n2, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11070 | but carry the glory of it to the Lord Jesus, as he said the Lord doth good by me, | but carry the glory of it to the Lord jesus, as he said the Lord does good by me, | cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 np1, c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 vdz av-j p-acp pno11, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11071 | but I know no reason why: | but I know no reason why: | cc-acp pns11 vvb dx n1 q-crq: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11072 | So add also, but I wonder at the manner how a poor, weak, dead nothing, whose unclean heart and lips might have made others worse, not better, | So add also, but I wonder At the manner how a poor, weak, dead nothing, whose unclean heart and lips might have made Others Worse, not better, | av vvb av, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt j, j, j pi2, rg-crq j n1 cc n2 vmd vhi vvn ng2-jn jc, xx j, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11073 | as infection sticking to the best garments, Act. 3. 12, 13. Why stand ye looking on us? be it known to you, by the name of Iesus it is that which is done; | as infection sticking to the best garments, Act. 3. 12, 13. Why stand you looking on us? be it known to you, by the name of Iesus it is that which is done; | c-acp n1 vvg p-acp dt js n2, n1 crd crd, crd q-crq vvb pn22 vvg p-acp pno12? vbb pn31 vvn p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz d r-crq vbz vdn; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11074 | when Christ was known to heal all diseases, all the Country round about by this fame of him came to him, and so he healed them; | when christ was known to heal all diseases, all the Country round about by this fame of him Come to him, and so he healed them; | c-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi d n2, d dt n1 av-j a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f pno31 vvd p-acp pno31, cc av pns31 vvd pno32; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11075 | this will bring in customers to Christ: Some Christians are very forward to speak to others, to let in some new notion, | this will bring in customers to christ: some Christians Are very forward to speak to Others, to let in Some new notion, | d vmb vvi p-acp n2 p-acp np1: d np1 vbr av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn, pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11076 | or to convert, that they may make an Absoloms pillar afterward, and that they might report I did this; | or to convert, that they may make an Absoloms pillar afterwards, and that they might report I did this; | cc pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 n1 av, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi pns11 vdd d; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11077 | some take content in speaking of conversion of others, that I did this. Let your works praise you, but let your tongue praise Christ; | Some take content in speaking of conversion of Others, that I did this. Let your works praise you, but let your tongue praise christ; | d vvb j p-acp vvg pp-f n1 pp-f n2-jn, cst pns11 vdd d. vvb po22 n2 vvb pn22, p-acp vvi po22 n1 n1 np1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11078 | it was the Lord that did this. If bread could speak it would say, it is not I that feed; | it was the Lord that did this. If bred could speak it would say, it is not I that feed; | pn31 vbds dt n1 cst vdd d. cs n1 vmd vvi pn31 vmd vvi, pn31 vbz xx pns11 cst vvb; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11079 | and fire, not I that warm: You can speak, tell others so; | and fire, not I that warm: You can speak, tell Others so; | cc n1, xx pns11 cst j: pn22 vmb vvi, vvi n2-jn av; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11080 | you would fain be accounted some body, and therefore will devise new Gospels, and mint new notions; | you would fain be accounted Some body, and Therefore will devise new Gospels, and mint new notions; | pn22 vmd av-j vbi vvn d n1, cc av vmb vvi j ng1, cc n1 j n2; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11081 | that not only Christ may be pleased, but men may say, this I received of such a one, that their names might be spoken of. | that not only christ may be pleased, but men may say, this I received of such a one, that their names might be spoken of. | cst xx av-j np1 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp n2 vmb vvi, d pns11 vvd pp-f d dt pi, cst po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn pp-f. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11082 | The Theif takes the sheep for himself, a good Shepheard carries it home to his owner. SECT. X. OH then do not rest in this, |
The Thief Takes the sheep for himself, a good Shepherd carries it home to his owner. SECT. X. O then do not rest in this, that you have now god to partake of the fellowship of God's people; | dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp px31, dt j n1 vvz pn31 av-an p-acp po31 n1. n1. fw-la uh av vdb xx vvi p-acp d, cst pn22 vhb av vvn pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1910 | Page 93 |
11083 | I confess next to fellowship with God, their fellowship is best and most sweet, 1 Ioh. 1. 3, 4. and nothing more powerful to preserve and keep Gods people from Apostacy than this, Col. 2. 5. order and stedfastness in faith are coupled; | I confess next to fellowship with God, their fellowship is best and most sweet, 1 John 1. 3, 4. and nothing more powerful to preserve and keep God's people from Apostasy than this, Col. 2. 5. order and steadfastness in faith Are coupled; | pns11 vvb ord p-acp n1 p-acp np1, po32 n1 vbz js cc av-ds j, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc pix av-dc j pc-acp vvi cc vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1 cs d, np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 vbr vvn; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11084 | they that be planted in the Courts of the Lord shall flourish here, nothing encreasing Grace more, Col. 2. 19. when many eyes to see by, many hands to help work by: | they that be planted in the Courts of the Lord shall flourish Here, nothing increasing Grace more, Col. 2. 19. when many eyes to see by, many hands to help work by: | pns32 cst vbb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi av, pix j-vvg vvb av-dc, np1 crd crd c-crq d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, d n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp: | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11085 | When a man sinned, if one or two men only took up stones to stone the sinner, it may be they might miss, or the man live; | When a man sinned, if one or two men only took up stones to stone the sinner, it may be they might miss, or the man live; | c-crq dt n1 vvn, cs crd cc crd n2 av-j vvd a-acp n2 p-acp n1 dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vmd vvi, cc dt n1 vvb; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11086 | but when there be many it is strange if it doth not kill; | but when there be many it is strange if it does not kill; | cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vbi d pn31 vbz j cs pn31 vdz xx vvi; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11087 | so out of fellowship of the people of God, one may admonish then another, and it may be he can shift, | so out of fellowship of the people of God, one may admonish then Another, and it may be he can shift, | av av pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pi vmb vvi av j-jn, cc pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb vvi, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11088 | but here there be many, &c. 2 Cor. 2. 7. When a mans life is going away in a swoon, | but Here there be many, etc. 2 Cor. 2. 7. When a men life is going away in a swoon, | cc-acp av pc-acp vbi d, av crd np1 crd crd c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvg av p-acp dt n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11089 | if one or two be there present only, he may never recover; | if one or two be there present only, he may never recover; | cs crd cc crd vbi a-acp j av-j, pns31 vmb av-x vvi; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11090 | but when one rubs, another chafes, another holds him, another runs and fetches hot water for him, it is a hundred to one but he escapes. | but when one rubs, Another chafes, Another holds him, Another runs and Fetches hight water for him, it is a hundred to one but he escapes. | cc-acp c-crq crd n2, j-jn vvz, j-jn vvz pno31, j-jn vvz cc vvz j n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vbz dt crd p-acp crd cc-acp pns31 vvz. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11130 | Buy for your selves ] that is, seek for it there, though you lay out never so much of your money, your time, | Buy for your selves ] that is, seek for it there, though you lay out never so much of your money, your time, | vvb p-acp po22 n2 ] cst vbz, vvb p-acp pn31 a-acp, cs pn22 vvb av av-x av d pp-f po22 n1, po22 n1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1926 | Page 96 |
11091 | But yet as the best means, if neglected or trusted to, will make men worse, as Caperna•m was worse for Christ's preaching, which they boasted of; | But yet as the best means, if neglected or trusted to, will make men Worse, as Caperna•m was Worse for Christ's preaching, which they boasted of; | p-acp av c-acp dt js n2, cs vvn cc vvn p-acp, vmb vvi n2 av-jc, c-acp vvb vbds jc p-acp npg1 vvg, r-crq pns32 vvd pp-f; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11092 | so the best means if not trusted to, will make men better; | so the best means if not trusted to, will make men better; | av dt js n2 cs xx vvn p-acp, vmb vvi n2 av-jc; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11093 | as it is with some Extracts, and Spirits, they will make quick work one way or other. | as it is with Some Extracts, and Spirits, they will make quick work one Way or other. | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d vvz, cc n2, pns32 vmb vvi j n1 crd n1 cc n-jn. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1911 | Page 94 |
11094 | 1. If ever you see or receive any good, look to the Lord in them, 1 Sam. 10. 11, 12. who is their father. | 1. If ever you see or receive any good, look to the Lord in them, 1 Sam. 10. 11, 12. who is their father. | crd cs av pn22 vvb cc vvi d j, vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd, crd q-crq vbz po32 n1. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1912 | Page 94 |
11095 | 2. If ever you look to receive any, look to the Lord that by them he may convey help and succor in his time. SECT. XI. | 2. If ever you look to receive any, look to the Lord that by them he may convey help and succour in his time. SECT. XI. | crd cs av pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi d, vvb p-acp dt n1 cst p-acp pno32 pns31 vmb vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp po31 n1. n1. crd. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1913 | Page 94 |
11096 | Quest. HOw shall I get that good? | Quest. HOw shall I get that good? | n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d j? | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1914 | Page 94 |
11097 | Ans. 1. Feel your need of their fellowship, and their help, you will then be getting good by every example, every prayer, 1 Cor. 12. the eye cannot say to the hand I have no need of thee: Oh be not full; | Ans. 1. Feel your need of their fellowship, and their help, you will then be getting good by every Exampl, every prayer, 1 Cor. 12. the eye cannot say to the hand I have no need of thee: O be not full; | np1 crd vvb po22 n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc po32 n1, pn22 vmb av vbi vvg j p-acp d n1, d n1, crd np1 crd dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno21: uh vbb xx j; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1915 | Page 94 |
11098 | for God hath not made you so full, but if you be an eye, you need the foot, &c. David knew more than the Levites did, | for God hath not made you so full, but if you be an eye, you need the foot, etc. David knew more than the Levites did, | p-acp np1 vhz xx vvn pn22 av j, cc-acp cs pn22 vbb dt n1, pn22 vvb dt n1, av np1 vvd av-dc cs dt np2 vdd, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1915 | Page 94 |
11099 | yet how did he long to see God, and the goings of God in the Sanctury! | yet how did he long to see God, and the goings of God in the Sanctuary! | av q-crq vdd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi np1, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1! | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1915 | Page 94 |
11100 | Paul did need the mutual comfort of Christians; it was a strange thing in Paul when he was to carry money to others, | Paul did need the mutual Comfort of Christians; it was a strange thing in Paul when he was to carry money to Others, | np1 vdd vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1; pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2-jn, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1916 | Page 94 |
11101 | yet he beseecheth them, Oh pray for me, Rom. 15. 30, 31. Do not say only, I feel a need of Sacraments or Ministry, | yet he Beseecheth them, O pray for me, Rom. 15. 30, 31. Do not say only, I feel a need of Sacraments or Ministry, | av pns31 vvz pno32, uh vvb p-acp pno11, np1 crd crd, crd vdb xx vvi av-j, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1916 | Page 94 |
11102 | but I need the prayers, the counsel, the examples, the exhortation of the meanest Christian. | but I need the Prayers, the counsel, the Examples, the exhortation of the Meanest Christian. | cc-acp pns11 vvb dt n2, dt n1, dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j njp. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1916 | Page 94 |
11103 | Secondly, Be sure you joyn your selves to living Christians, that is, not only such as have Grace, | Secondly, Be sure you join your selves to living Christians, that is, not only such as have Grace, | ord, vbb j pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp j-vvg np1, cst vbz, xx av-j d c-acp vhb n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1917 | Page 94 |
11104 | but such as are lively in the use and exercise of it; for those God sanctifies especially to communicate Grace to you; | but such as Are lively in the use and exercise of it; for those God Sanctifies especially to communicate Grace to you; | cc-acp d c-acp vbr j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; p-acp d np1 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn22; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1917 | Page 94 |
11105 | if a living hand be knit to a dead arm, |
if a living hand be knit to a dead arm, sure little good will it receive from it, Rom. 1. 12. a lively believing Christian will Comfort Paul, and an humble Christian will humble. | cs dt j-vvg n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, av-j j j vmb pn31 vvi p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd dt j vvg np1 vmb vvi np1, cc dt j njp vmb vvi. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1917 | Page 94 |
11106 | This is the very reason why Christians do not get good, because their hearts are dead, | This is the very reason why Christians do not get good, Because their hearts Are dead, | d vbz dt j n1 q-crq njpg2 vdb xx vvi j, c-acp po32 n2 vbr j, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1918 | Page 94 |
11107 | and their fellowship with God little; and hence others despise them, and withdraw from them. | and their fellowship with God little; and hence Others despise them, and withdraw from them. | cc po32 n1 p-acp np1 j; cc av ng2-jn vvb pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1918 | Page 94 |
11108 | Thirdly, Love them dearly ▪ a man will never get good from any Christian that he despiseth, or slighteth; | Thirdly, Love them dearly ▪ a man will never get good from any Christian that he despises, or slighteth; | ord, vvb pno32 av-jn ▪ dt n1 vmb av-x vvi j p-acp d np1 cst pns31 vvz, cc vvz; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1919 | Page 94 |
11109 | as it is with a man, if his hand would have life from the head, set it in his place, | as it is with a man, if his hand would have life from the head, Set it in his place, | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs po31 n1 vmd vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pn31 p-acp po31 n1, | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1919 | Page 95 |
11110 | and let not it be tied outwardly, but united as a member, and then it receives it; | and let not it be tied outwardly, but united as a member, and then it receives it; | cc vvb xx pn31 vbb vvn av-j, cc-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av pn31 vvz pn31; | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1919 | Page 95 |
11111 | and hence it edifies it self in love; so by love are men edified. | and hence it Edifies it self in love; so by love Are men edified. | cc av pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp n1; av p-acp n1 vbr n2 vvn. | (41) chapter (DIV2) | 1919 | Page 95 |
11113 | Now follows secondly, their Counsel and Advice, [ Go to them that sell and buy, &c. THem that sell ] Some there be that make this an Irony, or a plain mock of the foolish Virgins for their folly; | Now follows secondly, their Counsel and advice, [ Go to them that fell and buy, etc. THem that fell ] some there be that make this an Irony, or a plain mock of the foolish Virgins for their folly; | av vvz ord, po32 n1 cc n1, [ vvb p-acp pno32 cst vvb cc vvi, av pno32 cst vvb ] d pc-acp vbi cst vvb d dt n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 p-acp po32 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1919 | Page 95 |
11114 | as if they should say, You have lived like Hypocrites hitherto before the Lord among us, | as if they should say, You have lived like Hypocrites hitherto before the Lord among us, | c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi, pn22 vhb vvn av-j n2 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1920 | Page 95 |
11115 | and deceived us and your own souls; now you would have out Grace to help you; | and deceived us and your own Souls; now you would have out Grace to help you; | cc vvn pno12 cc po22 d n2; av pn22 vmd vhi av n1 pc-acp vvi pn22; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1920 | Page 95 |
11116 | no, get you gone to Mass-Priests, and Pardon-sellers, and Merit-mongers, and buy for your selves, they have merit enough, &c. But this meaning as it cannot be evinced necessarily from the words ▪ so such an answer cannot stand with that sad and gracious compassionate spirit which is in every holy Virgin; | no, get you gone to Mass-Priests, and Pardon-sellers, and Merit-mongers, and buy for your selves, they have merit enough, etc. But this meaning as it cannot be evinced necessarily from the words ▪ so such an answer cannot stand with that sad and gracious compassionate Spirit which is in every holy Virgae; | uh-x, vvb pn22 vvn p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2, pns32 vhb n1 av-d, av p-acp d n1 c-acp pn31 vmbx vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 ▪ av d dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp d j cc j j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d j n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1920 | Page 95 |
11117 | for suppose God should break open the conscience of any in these days, and they opening their hearts to others, they should receive this answer [ Nay seeing you have neglected your season so long, get you gone to Mass-Priests, let them help you; | for suppose God should break open the conscience of any in these days, and they opening their hearts to Others, they should receive this answer [ Nay seeing you have neglected your season so long, get you gone to Mass-Priests, let them help you; | p-acp vvb np1 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 pp-f d p-acp d n2, cc pns32 vvg po32 n2 p-acp n2-jn, pns32 vmd vvi d vvi [ uh-x vvg pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1 av av-j, vvb pn22 vvn p-acp n2, vvb pno32 vvb pn22; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1920 | Page 95 |
11118 | ] would any of common honesty in like manner mock? much less a gracious heart; | ] would any of Common honesty in like manner mock? much less a gracious heart; | ] vmd d pp-f j n1 p-acp j n1 vvi? av-d av-dc dt j n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1920 | Page 95 |
11119 | no, but if any have a true sence of their misery for sleeping out their season of Grace, their bowels will melt over them. | no, but if any have a true sense of their misery for sleeping out their season of Grace, their bowels will melt over them. | uh-dx, cc-acp cs d vhb dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp vvg av po32 n1 pp-f n1, po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno32. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1920 | Page 95 |
11120 | Those that sell ] These are the Ministers of the Lord Jesus. For 1. 'Tis manifest it is not a mock. | Those that fell ] These Are the Ministers of the Lord jesus. For 1. It's manifest it is not a mock. | d cst vvb ] d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1. p-acp crd pn31|vbz j pn31 vbz xx dt n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1921 | Page 95 |
11121 | And 2. Those that sell are not ordinary Christians; though they may and do convey the Spirit, yet not in this case so powerfully; | And 2. Those that fell Are not ordinary Christians; though they may and do convey the Spirit, yet not in this case so powerfully; | cc crd d cst vvb vbr xx j np1; cs pns32 vmb cc vdb vvi dt n1, av xx p-acp d n1 av av-j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1923 | Page 95 |
11122 | and hence they do send them from themselves. 3. They do send them to those means which do most abundantly convey the Spirit; | and hence they do send them from themselves. 3. They do send them to those means which do most abundantly convey the Spirit; | cc av pns32 vdb vvi pno32 p-acp px32. crd pns32 vdb vvi pno32 p-acp d n2 r-crq vdb av-ds av-j vvi dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1923 | Page 95 |
11123 | now the Word and the Spirit are united, as shall be proved; the cheif dispensers of which word, are the Ministers of the Gospel. | now the Word and the Spirit Are united, as shall be proved; the chief dispensers of which word, Are the Ministers of the Gospel. | av dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr vvn, c-acp vmb vbi vvn; dt n-jn n2 pp-f r-crq n1, vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1924 | Page 95 |
11124 | 4. Because Ministers are called such as sell, Prov. 23. 23. Buy the truth and sell it not; | 4. Because Ministers Are called such as fell, Curae 23. 23. Buy the truth and fell it not; | crd p-acp n2 vbr vvn d c-acp vvi, np1 crd crd vvb dt n1 cc vvi pn31 xx; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1925 | Page 95 |
11125 | now where is the truth cheifly sold, but by the prime publishers of it? Mal. 2. 6, 7. Not that the Holy Ghost is to be sold for money; | now where is the truth chiefly sold, but by the prime publishers of it? Malachi 2. 6, 7. Not that the Holy Ghost is to be sold for money; | av q-crq vbz dt n1 av-jn vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f pn31? np1 crd crd, crd xx d dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1925 | Page 95 |
11126 | but to buy it there, as it is to be sold without money, Is. 55. 1, 2, 3. Come and buy wine and milk, that is in the ministry of the Gospel, which calls all that thirst to come, Rev. 3. 18. not that they should fix their eyes upon them, | but to buy it there, as it is to be sold without money, Is. 55. 1, 2, 3. Come and buy wine and milk, that is in the Ministry of the Gospel, which calls all that thirst to come, Rev. 3. 18. not that they should fix their eyes upon them, | cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, c-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvb cc vvi n1 cc n1, cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz d cst vvb pc-acp vvi, n1 crd crd xx cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1925 | Page 95 |
11127 | as upon the cheif means to convey it, for the Lord Jesus fells, and we are to buy of him; | as upon the chief means to convey it, for the Lord jesus fells, and we Are to buy of him; | c-acp p-acp dt n-jn vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, cc pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1925 | Page 96 |
11128 | only these are servants under him, and appointed as an Ordinance of his for this end; | only these Are Servants under him, and appointed as an Ordinance of his for this end; | av-j d vbr n2 p-acp pno31, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31 p-acp d n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1925 | Page 96 |
11129 | the Apostle conveys his ministry, 2 Cor. 2. ult. sincerely and gloriously. | the Apostle conveys his Ministry, 2 Cor. 2. ult. sincerely and gloriously. | dt n1 vvz po31 n1, crd np1 crd n1. av-j cc av-j. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1925 | Page 96 |
11131 | and thoughts, and affections for it, and receive it there when it is offered upon any terms, | and thoughts, and affections for it, and receive it there when it is offered upon any terms, | cc n2, cc n2 p-acp pn31, cc vvi pn31 a-acp c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1926 | Page 96 |
11132 | though you part with all you have, that so you may make it your own, and so have of your own, and so may with comfort meet the Lord; | though you part with all you have, that so you may make it your own, and so have of your own, and so may with Comfort meet the Lord; | cs pn22 vvb p-acp d pn22 vhb, cst av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 po22 d, cc av vhi pp-f po22 d, cc av vmb p-acp n1 vvi dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1926 | Page 96 |
11133 | and this suits with the custom of the Saints, to send them there where they got theirs. SECT. II. THat the Spirit of Grace is principally and most abundantly dispensed in the ministry of the Gospel by the Ministers thereof; | and this suits with the custom of the Saints, to send them there where they god theirs. SECT. II THat the Spirit of Grace is principally and most abundantly dispensed in the Ministry of the Gospel by the Ministers thereof; | cc d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp c-crq pns32 vvd png32. n1. crd cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j cc av-ds av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 av; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1926 | Page 96 |
11134 | That is, they Are those that fell; | cst vbz, pns32 vbr d cst vvb; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1927 | Page 96 | |
11135 | this is their business, and trade, and work, like the Olive-tree to the Candlestick, Zach. 4. 5, 6. which take rooting in the Courts of God to this end, to drop in their golden oyl; | this is their business, and trade, and work, like the Olive-tree to the Candlestick, Zach 4. 5, 6. which take rooting in the Courts of God to this end, to drop in their golden oil; | d vbz po32 n1, cc n1, cc n1, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd q-crq vvi j-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1927 | Page 96 |
11136 | but still observe it is as servants under the Lord Jesus, who gives what and when he will by them. | but still observe it is as Servants under the Lord jesus, who gives what and when he will by them. | cc-acp av vvb pn31 vbz p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 np1, r-crq vvz q-crq cc c-crq pns31 vmb p-acp pno32. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1927 | Page 96 |
11137 | You know the famous expressions of the Apostle, How can they hear unless they have a preacher? Rom. 10. 14. 2 Cor. 3. 7. The Gospel is called The ministration of the Spirit in the mouthes of the Apostles and their Successors; | You know the famous expressions of the Apostle, How can they hear unless they have a preacher? Rom. 10. 14. 2 Cor. 3. 7. The Gospel is called The ministration of the Spirit in the mouths of the Apostles and their Successors; | pn22 vvb dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi cs pns32 vhb dt n1? np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cc po32 n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1928 | Page 96 |
11138 | by which it is made more glorious than the Law delivered in tables of stone, though less outwrd glory, for we have it but in earthen vessels. | by which it is made more glorious than the Law Delivered in tables of stone, though less outwrd glory, for we have it but in earthen vessels. | p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn av-dc j cs dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs av-dc j n1, c-acp pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp p-acp j n2. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1929 | Page 96 |
11139 | Gal. 3. 2. By whom received you the Spirit? by hearing of the Law? no, | Gal. 3. 2. By whom received you the Spirit? by hearing of the Law? no, | np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq vvd pn22 dt n1? p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1? uh-dx, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1930 | Page 96 |
11140 | but by the hearing of Faith; thereby is the Spirit revealed and dispensed. SECT. III. BEcause they are set apart principally by the Lord for this end; | but by the hearing of Faith; thereby is the Spirit revealed and dispensed. SECT. III. Because they Are Set apart principally by the Lord for this end; | cc-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1; av vbz dt n1 vvn cc vvn. n1. np1. c-acp pns32 vbr vvn av av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1930 | Page 96 |
11141 | for God's separation of any thing for an end, though the thing be unlike to bring that end about, | p-acp npg1 n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 vbb j pc-acp vvi d n1 a-acp, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1931 | Page 96 | |
11142 | yet by this it hath a strange power accompanying it; | yet by this it hath a strange power accompanying it; | av p-acp d pn31 vhz dt j n1 vvg pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1931 | Page 96 |
11143 | as the Brazen serpent, how comes it to heal? It was set a part for that end, and sanctified of God; | as the Brazen serpent, how comes it to heal? It was Set a part for that end, and sanctified of God; | c-acp dt j n1, q-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi? pn31 vbds vvn dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc j-vvn pp-f np1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1931 | Page 96 |
11144 | and hence God setting apart an Ordinance, is present with his Ordinance; as Aaron and his Sons were sanctified for the service of the Tabernacle: | and hence God setting apart an Ordinance, is present with his Ordinance; as Aaron and his Sons were sanctified for the service of the Tabernacle: | cc av np1 vvg av dt n1, vbz j p-acp po31 n1; c-acp np1 cc po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1931 | Page 96 |
11145 | and this is done two ways. | and this is done two ways. | cc d vbz vdn crd n2. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1931 | Page 96 |
11146 | First, By the Church, according to the will of God, they are set apart from all other employments, | First, By the Church, according to the will of God, they Are Set apart from all other employments, | ord, p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp d j-jn n2, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1932 | Page 96 |
11147 | unless those which other relations bind them too, that so they may dedicate their time, their strength, their private studies, their selves, their prayers, | unless those which other relations bind them too, that so they may dedicate their time, their strength, their private studies, their selves, their Prayers, | cs d r-crq j-jn n2 vvb pno32 av, cst av pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1, po32 n1, po32 j n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1932 | Page 96 |
11148 | and tears, and all for them; | and tears, and all for them; | cc n2, cc d p-acp pno32; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1932 | Page 96 |
11149 | and this ought so to be unless necessity compels, Act. 6. 4. The Disciples would give themselves to the word and prayer, | and this ought so to be unless necessity compels, Act. 6. 4. The Disciples would give themselves to the word and prayer, | cc d vmd av pc-acp vbi cs n1 vvz, n1 crd crd dt n2 vmd vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1932 | Page 96 |
11150 | and would not be cumbred about the Deacons office; and so their studies; | and would not be cumbered about the Deacons office; and so their studies; | cc vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 n1; cc av po32 n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1932 | Page 96 |
11151 | Paul exhorts Timothy to give himself to reading, to think on these things, 1 Tim. 4. 13, 15. | Paul exhorts Timothy to give himself to reading, to think on these things, 1 Tim. 4. 13, 15. | np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp vvg, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, crd np1 crd crd, crd | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1932 | Page 96 |
11152 | Secondly, By the Lord himself, Gal. 2. 15, 16. What is true of Gods separating Paul to an extraordinary, is true in a measure of all his servants set apart for ordinary work, Mal. 2. 7. For the Church sometimes may not set a man apart, | Secondly, By the Lord himself, Gal. 2. 15, 16. What is true of God's separating Paul to an extraordinary, is true in a measure of all his Servants Set apart for ordinary work, Malachi 2. 7. For the Church sometime may not Set a man apart, | ord, p-acp dt n1 px31, np1 crd crd, crd q-crq vbz j pp-f npg1 n-vvg np1 p-acp dt j, vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2 vvd av p-acp j n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 av vmb xx vvi dt n1 av, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1933 | Page 96 |
11153 | yet the Lord may and doth; | yet the Lord may and does; | av dt n1 vmb cc vdz; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1933 | Page 96 |
11154 | and hence (by these sometimes he sends to call a Church before there is a Church to call) and how is such a one set apart? not as an ordinary Christian, | and hence (by these sometime he sends to call a Church before there is a Church to call) and how is such a one Set apart? not as an ordinary Christian, | cc av (p-acp d av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi) cc q-crq vbz d dt pi vvn av? xx p-acp dt j njp, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1933 | Page 97 |
11155 | but as an extraordinary Ambassador, as it were in the room of the Lord Jesus himself; | but as an extraordinary Ambassador, as it were in the room of the Lord jesus himself; | cc-acp c-acp dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 px31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1933 | Page 97 |
11156 | For Christ being Mediator of his Church, two things are required to make peace. 1. To speak to God for us. 2. To speak from God to us; | For christ being Mediator of his Church, two things Are required to make peace. 1. To speak to God for us. 2. To speak from God to us; | c-acp np1 vbg n1 pp-f po31 n1, crd n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1. crd p-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pno12. crd p-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pno12; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1933 | Page 97 |
11157 | The first he doth by his intercession. But we hear not from him? Yes, for he sets these in his room, | The First he does by his Intercession. But we hear not from him? Yes, for he sets these in his room, | dt ord pns31 vdz p-acp po31 n1. cc-acp pns12 vvb xx p-acp pno31? uh, c-acp pns31 vvz d p-acp po31 n1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1933 | Page 97 |
11158 | and by them he speaks as Mediator to our ears and hearts, 2 Cor. 5. 20. so that if Christ was here present to speak, we would look for the Spirit by him and his Ministry; | and by them he speaks as Mediator to our ears and hearts, 2 Cor. 5. 20. so that if christ was Here present to speak, we would look for the Spirit by him and his Ministry; | cc p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, crd np1 crd crd av cst cs np1 vbds av j pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1933 | Page 97 |
11159 | Now all Messengers of the Lord Jesus are in the room of the Lord Jesus, &c. Nay, | Now all Messengers of the Lord jesus Are in the room of the Lord jesus, etc. Nay, | av d n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, av uh, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1933 | Page 97 |
11160 | if Christ was here, the Spirit would not come but by this means; and hence Christ converts not so many as the Apostles by their Ministry within Iudea. | if christ was Here, the Spirit would not come but by this means; and hence christ converts not so many as the Apostles by their Ministry within Iudea. | cs np1 vbds av, dt n1 vmd xx vvi cc-acp p-acp d n2; cc av np1 vvz xx av av-d c-acp dt n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1933 | Page 97 |
11161 | Because the Lord hath furnished them with special abilities to dispense the Grace of Christ for the Churches sake; | Because the Lord hath furnished them with special abilities to dispense the Grace of christ for the Churches sake; | p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ng1 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1934 | Page 97 |
11162 | 2 Cor. 3. 6. christ ascended on high to give Gifts for edifying the body; | crd np1 crd crd np1 vvn p-acp j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp vvg dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1934 | Page 97 | |
11163 | if a man should have an Apprentice set apart to sell, but his shop is not furnished, | if a man should have an Apprentice Set apart to fell, but his shop is not furnished, | cs dt n1 vmd vhi dt n1 vvd av pc-acp vvi, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz xx vvn, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1934 | Page 97 |
11164 | how could he then sell, and how should men in wisdom expect to buy? I will not speak of what is required to make men able; | how could he then fell, and how should men in Wisdom expect to buy? I will not speak of what is required to make men able; | q-crq vmd pns31 av vvi, cc q-crq vmd n2 p-acp n1 vvb pc-acp vvi? pns11 vmb xx vvi pp-f r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n2 j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1934 | Page 97 |
11165 | Christ not only as a free agent sets them apart, but as a wise agent furnisheth them with abilities for that end. | christ not only as a free agent sets them apart, but as a wise agent furnisheth them with abilities for that end. | np1 xx av-j c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno32 av, cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp d n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1934 | Page 97 |
11166 | There must be that knowledge which may make the man of God wise to salvation from the Scriptures, which cannot be without knowledge of Tongues and Arts in some competency and study about both. | There must be that knowledge which may make the man of God wise to salvation from the Scriptures, which cannot be without knowledge of Tongues and Arts in Some competency and study about both. | pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vmbx vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp d. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1934 | Page 97 |
11167 | 1. They cannot think a thought; Christ furnisheth them with thoughts; the Minister knows not what to say, yet his thoughts are from him. 2. They cannot speak; | 1. They cannot think a Thought; christ furnisheth them with thoughts; the Minister knows not what to say, yet his thoughts Are from him. 2. They cannot speak; | crd pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1; np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n2; dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pc-acp vvi, av po31 n2 vbr p-acp pno31. crd pns32 vmbx vvi; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1935 | Page 97 |
11168 | hence Ephes. 6. 19. the Lord opens their mouth; Ezekiel must be dumb for a time. | hence Ephesians 6. 19. the Lord Opens their Mouth; Ezekielem must be dumb for a time. | av np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz po32 n1; np1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1936 | Page 97 |
11207 | nay, from Prophets, and Abraham who desired to see this day, and saw it but •• far off; | nay, from prophets, and Abraham who desired to see this day, and saw it but •• Far off; | uh-x, p-acp n2, cc np1 r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi d n1, cc vvd pn31 cc-acp •• av-j a-acp; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11169 | 3. Have they therefore any knowledge of the mysteries of Christ? it is to teach the Church, 2 Cor. 4. 5, 6. all their gifts and spiritual abilities, | 3. Have they Therefore any knowledge of the Mysteres of christ? it is to teach the Church, 2 Cor. 4. 5, 6. all their Gifts and spiritual abilities, | crd vhb pns32 av d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1? pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd d po32 n2 cc j n2, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11170 | though never so great, and peculiarly sanctified, but it is for them, 2 Cor. 2. ult. have they any temptations, tribulations, | though never so great, and peculiarly sanctified, but it is for them, 2 Cor. 2. ult. have they any temptations, tribulations, | cs av-x av j, cc av-j vvn, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd n1. vhb pns32 d n2, n2, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11171 | and gain by them, viz. spiritual consolations? it is for them that are sad, that want it, 2 Cor. 1. 4, 5. (and though it is true, there is in other Christians Christian abilities to help and comfort others, | and gain by them, viz. spiritual consolations? it is for them that Are sad, that want it, 2 Cor. 1. 4, 5. (and though it is true, there is in other Christians Christian abilities to help and Comfort Others, | cc vvi p-acp pno32, n1 j n2? pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vbr j, cst vvb pn31, crd np1 crd crd, crd (cc cs pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vbz p-acp j-jn np1 np1 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2-jn, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11172 | yet not ministerial in every Christian (the whole body is not an eye) nor which hath a special presence of the Spirit of God in it and with it) which they should never have received but for the necessities of some in the Church; | yet not ministerial in every Christian (the Whole body is not an eye) nor which hath a special presence of the Spirit of God in it and with it) which they should never have received but for the necessities of Some in the Church; | av xx j p-acp d np1 (dt j-jn n1 vbz xx dt n1) ccx r-crq vhz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31 cc p-acp pn31) r-crq pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d p-acp dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11173 | there is good to be had by watering-pots, when grass and herbs are dying; | there is good to be had by watering-pots, when grass and herbs Are dying; | pc-acp vbz j pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n2, c-crq n1 cc n2 vbr vvg; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11174 | but yet sometimes the rain falls, and that hath a peculiar vertue in it, as being fitted for that end; | but yet sometime the rain falls, and that hath a peculiar virtue in it, as being fitted for that end; | cc-acp av av dt n1 vvz, cc cst vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp vbg vvn p-acp d n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11175 | and hence Ministers are compared to clouds; | and hence Ministers Are compared to Clouds; | cc av n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11176 | and hence men will pray especially when many clouds are, the Lord grant these bottles may drop; | and hence men will pray especially when many Clouds Are, the Lord grant these bottles may drop; | cc av n2 vmb vvi av-j c-crq d n2 vbr, dt n1 vvb d n2 vmb vvi; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11177 | so hither you are to look; dish-milk and flit-milk may convey some nourishment, but brest-milk hath spirit going with it; | so hither you Are to look; dish-milk and flit-milk may convey Some nourishment, but Breastmilk hath Spirit going with it; | av av pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi; n1 cc n1 vmb vvi d n1, cc-acp n1 vhz n1 vvg p-acp pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11178 | good books may be blest, but there is not that spirit in them as in lively dispensations of the Gospel by Ministers themselves. | good books may be blessed, but there is not that Spirit in them as in lively dispensations of the Gospel by Ministers themselves. | j n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp pc-acp vbz xx d n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2 px32. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1937 | Page 97 |
11179 | Because the Lord hath given them hearts enlarged to dispense the Gospel, that so the Spirit may be conveyed; | Because the Lord hath given them hearts enlarged to dispense the Gospel, that so the Spirit may be conveyed; | p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 n2 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 97 |
11180 | we preach not our selves, but the Lord Iesus, and our selves your Servants, etc. 2 Cor. 4. 5. 1 Thess 2. 8. If one be appointed and furnished but hath no mind to fell, they have other trades to follow, little help is to be expected there; | pns12 vvb xx po12 n2, cc-acp dt n1 np1, cc po12 n2 po22 n2, av crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd cs pi vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pns32 vhb j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi, j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 97 | |
11181 | take a Minister of large abilities, if once he comes to have some other penny in his eye, besides the souls of people, seldom shall it be seen that the Lord is present there; | take a Minister of large abilities, if once he comes to have Some other penny in his eye, beside the Souls of people, seldom shall it be seen that the Lord is present there; | vvb dt n1 pp-f j n2, cs a-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi d j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av vmb pn31 vbi vvn cst dt n1 vbz j a-acp; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 97 |
11182 | Satan doth not cast out Satan, neither is his Kingdom divided; when Peter fisheth for himself, all night he catcheth nothing, but when the Lord comes, | Satan does not cast out Satan, neither is his Kingdom divided; when Peter fisheth for himself, all night he Catches nothing, but when the Lord comes, | np1 vdz xx vvi av np1, av-dx vbz po31 n1 vvn; c-crq np1 vvz p-acp px31, d n1 pns31 vvz pix, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 97 |
11183 | and for his sake he casts out the net, then the net is full; | and for his sake he Cast out the net, then the net is full; | cc p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz av dt n1, cs dt n1 vbz j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 97 |
11184 | and for to be a means to convey the spirit to any, it is their life; | and for to be a means to convey the Spirit to any, it is their life; | cc c-acp pc-acp vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d, pn31 vbz po32 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 97 |
11185 | as in others, when gain comes in, they could not live without it; | as in Others, when gain comes in, they could not live without it; | c-acp p-acp n2-jn, c-crq n1 vvz p-acp, pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 97 |
11186 | Now we live, saith Paul, if you stand, 1 Thess. 3. 8. This is their glory, You are our joy and glory, 1 Thess. •. 20. this is their gain though it be by loss of all; | Now we live, Says Paul, if you stand, 1 Thess 3. 8. This is their glory, You Are our joy and glory, 1 Thess •. 20. this is their gain though it be by loss of all; | av pns12 vvb, vvz np1, cs pn22 vvb, crd np1 crd crd d vbz po32 n1, pn22 vbr po12 n1 cc n1, crd np1 •. crd d vbz po32 n1 cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 pp-f d; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 98 |
11187 | life is not dear to finish their Ministry, I suffer all things for the elects sake, they are willing to spend and to be spent, 2 Cor. 1•. 15. Paul wisheth himself anath•••, amor divin•s est exst••cus, • carries; | life is not dear to finish their Ministry, I suffer all things for the elects sake, they Are willing to spend and to be spent, 2 Cor. 1•. 15. Paul wishes himself anath•••, amor divin•s est exst••cus, • carries; | n1 vbz xx j-jn pc-acp vvi po32 n1, pns11 vvb d n2 p-acp dt vvz n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vbi vvn, crd np1 n1. crd np1 vvz px31 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, • vvz; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 98 |
11188 | out of self, Rom. •. 1, 2, 3. though it is true the Ministry was not blest to all, | out of self, Rom. •. 1, 2, 3. though it is true the Ministry was not blessed to all, | av pp-f n1, np1 •. crd, crd, crd cs pn31 vbz j dt n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp d, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 98 |
11189 | yet the election obtained it, Rom. 11. 7. hence the ministry is from men not Angels, that there might be the more pity, | yet the election obtained it, Rom. 11. 7. hence the Ministry is from men not Angels, that there might be the more pity, | av dt n1 vvd pn31, np1 crd crd av dt n1 vbz p-acp n2 xx n2, cst a-acp vmd vbi dt av-dc n1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 98 |
11190 | and so the more help, Heb. 4. 2. SECT. IV. 2. BUt why by the Ministry of the Gospel? |
and so the more help, Hebrew 4. 2. SECT. IV. 2. BUt why by the Ministry of the Gospel? | cc av dt av-dc n1, np1 crd crd n1. np1 crd p-acp q-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1938 | Page 98 |
11191 | Because the Law cannot give life, Gal. 3. 21. Now the Lord cannot make him that hath sinned not to have sinned, that would be a contradiction; | Because the Law cannot give life, Gal. 3. 21. Now the Lord cannot make him that hath sinned not to have sinned, that would be a contradiction; | p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi n1, np1 crd crd av dt n1 vmbx vvi pno31 cst vhz vvn xx pc-acp vhi vvn, cst vmd vbi dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1940 | Page 98 |
11192 | and he that hath sinned must dye; and hence there is no possibility for the Spirit to give life here; | and he that hath sinned must die; and hence there is no possibility for the Spirit to give life Here; | cc pns31 cst vhz vvn vmb vvi; cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1940 | Page 98 |
11193 | hence the Spirit takes another instrument, the Gospel can perswade to believe, and bring to Christ, where life is feared. | hence the Spirit Takes Another Instrument, the Gospel can persuade to believe, and bring to christ, where life is feared. | av dt n1 vvz j-jn n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp np1, c-crq n1 vbz vvn. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1940 | Page 98 |
11194 | Because there is more of Christs blood here, |
Because there is more of Christ blood Here, and hence more Spirit; for they Are all one to be cleansed with Blood and Spirit; | p-acp pc-acp vbz dc pp-f npg1 n1 av, cc av dc n1; c-acp pns32 vbr d pi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1941 | Page 98 |
11195 | for the Lord Jesus did not by his blood purchase the unsealing of the Law; but the Gospel is a secret, and not known but by this means; | for the Lord jesus did not by his blood purchase the unsealing of the Law; but the Gospel is a secret, and not known but by this means; | p-acp dt n1 np1 vdd xx p-acp po31 n1 vvi dt vvg pp-f dt n1; cc-acp dt n1 vbz dt j-jn, cc xx vvn cc-acp p-acp d n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1941 | Page 98 |
11196 | it is the New Testament which ariseth from the death of the Testator; to have the ne•• of the Gospel printed, it is by means of Christ blood; | it is the New Testament which arises from the death of the Testator; to have the ne•• of the Gospel printed, it is by means of christ blood; | pn31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pp-f np1 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1941 | Page 98 |
11197 | but to have men sent to open it, there is more of his blood therein; and hence more Spirit. | but to have men sent to open it, there is more of his blood therein; and hence more Spirit. | cc-acp pc-acp vhi n2 vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vbz dc pp-f po31 n1 av; cc av dc n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1941 | Page 98 |
11198 | Because there is more of Christ's love in the Gospel; |
Because there is more of Christ's love in the Gospel; and where most of his love Goes, there his Spirit Goes most; | p-acp pc-acp vbz dc pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1; cc c-crq av-ds pp-f po31 n1 vvz, a-acp po31 n1 vvz ds; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1942 | Page 98 |
11199 | it is love to make us know the Law, though it be a hand-wr•ing against us; | it is love to make us know the Law, though it be a hand-wr•ing against us; | pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi dt n1, cs pn31 vbb dt j p-acp pno12; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1942 | Page 98 |
11200 | but now (when we see death) to bring the Gospel and therein to entreat and wait, there is great love; | but now (when we see death) to bring the Gospel and therein to entreat and wait, there is great love; | cc-acp av (c-crq pns12 vvb n1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc av pc-acp vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vbz j n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1942 | Page 98 |
11201 | and hence it is called the Ministry of R•conciliation. Oh it is infinite pity to offer to take a dead •artion up under his wings; | and hence it is called the Ministry of R•conciliation. O it is infinite pity to offer to take a dead •artion up under his wings; | cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. uh pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 a-acp p-acp po31 n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1942 | Page 98 |
11202 | here he lo•gs for the salvation of a si•ner most: | Here he lo•gs for the salvation of a si•ner most: | av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-ds: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1942 | Page 98 |
11203 | if we were fallen Angels, he would never send the Ministry of the Gospel to us; | if we were fallen Angels, he would never send the Ministry of the Gospel to us; | cs pns12 vbdr vvn n2, pns31 vmd av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1942 | Page 98 |
11204 | but so it is now, that he hath taken the seed of Abraham. SECT. V. OF Instruction. | but so it is now, that he hath taken the seed of Abraham. SECT. V. OF Instruction. | cc-acp av pn31 vbz av, cst pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. n1. n1 pp-f n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1942 | Page 98 |
11205 | 1. Hence we may see the glory of the Gospel, in that it is the Ministry of the Spirit of God; | crd av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 | |
11206 | this the Apostle professeth it exceeds in glory; glorious light it scatters, that which hath been hid from the wise, | this the Apostle Professes it exceeds in glory; glorious Light it scatters, that which hath been hid from the wise, | d dt n1 vvz pn31 vvz p-acp n1; j n1 pn31 vvz, cst r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt j, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11208 | hence it is called marvellous light, which brings the foul to the light of that blessed face of Jesus, | hence it is called marvellous Light, which brings the foul to the Light of that blessed face of jesus, | av pn31 vbz vvn j n1, r-crq vvz dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11209 | and his glorious love, which never shal be sounded to the bottom of it, which damps the glory of all other things; | and his glorious love, which never shall be sounded to the bottom of it, which damps the glory of all other things; | cc po31 j n1, r-crq av-x vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq n2-jn dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11210 | and although many great and wise despise it, yet if they did know they would not despise the Lord of glory, nor crucifie him; | and although many great and wise despise it, yet if they did know they would not despise the Lord of glory, nor crucify him; | cc cs d j cc j vvi pn31, av cs pns32 vdd vvi pns32 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx vvi pno31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11211 | but their eyes shall never see those glorious consolations and comforts promised to the people of God; | but their eyes shall never see those glorious consolations and comforts promised to the people of God; | cc-acp po32 n2 vmb av-x vvi d j n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11212 | I will send the 〈 ◊ 〉, saith Christ, which 〈 ◊ 〉 can be taken 〈 ◊ 〉 from Beleivers, which in midst of all miserie comforts; | I will send the 〈 ◊ 〉, Says christ, which 〈 ◊ 〉 can be taken 〈 ◊ 〉 from Believers, which in midst of all misery comforts; | pns11 vmb vvi dt 〈 sy 〉, vvz np1, r-crq 〈 sy 〉 vmb vbi vvn 〈 sy 〉 p-acp n2, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 vvz; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11213 | it is a great mercy when a man sees his sin, else he would never seek for remedy; | it is a great mercy when a man sees his since, Else he would never seek for remedy; | pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1, av pns31 vmd av-x vvi p-acp n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11214 | but the Law canot do any thing but arrest, and imprison; it cannot get sin removed; | but the Law canot do any thing but arrest, and imprison; it cannot get since removed; | cc-acp dt n1 vmbx vdi d n1 cc-acp vvb, cc vvi; pn31 vmbx vvi n1 vvn; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11215 | yet the Gospel can set at liberty, which 〈 … 〉 prisoners; Ioh 8. 32. You shall know the truth, and that shall make you free. | yet the Gospel can Set At liberty, which 〈 … 〉 Prisoners; John 8. 32. You shall know the truth, and that shall make you free. | av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, r-crq 〈 … 〉 n2; np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, cc cst vmb vvi pn22 j. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 98 |
11216 | I can through Christ, &c. Phil. 4. 13. It is a marvellous mercy to tremble before God, | I can through christ, etc. Philip 4. 13. It is a marvellous mercy to tremble before God, | pns11 vmb p-acp np1, av np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11217 | and see, and know, and be affected with Gods wrath; but yet if this be all, the heart will sink and flye from God; | and see, and know, and be affected with God's wrath; but yet if this be all, the heart will sink and fly from God; | cc vvi, cc vvb, cc vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1; cc-acp av cs d vbb d, dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp np1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11218 | now the Gospel reveals Christ, and so Ioh. 10. 16. his sheep he ar and follow him; | now the Gospel reveals christ, and so John 10. 16. his sheep he Are and follow him; | av dt n1 vvz np1, cc av np1 crd crd po31 n1 pns31 vbi cc vvi pno31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11219 | and the Gospel comes to hell with the Spirit, to a poor sinner when he is blind, captive, broken, mourning, never so miserable; | and the Gospel comes to hell with the Spirit, to a poor sinner when he is blind, captive, broken, mourning, never so miserable; | cc dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vbz j, j-jn, vvn, n1, av-x av j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11220 | now the Gospel penetrates thus low, and brings the Spirit with it; | now the Gospel penetrates thus low, and brings the Spirit with it; | av dt n1 vvz av av-j, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11221 | it makes the soul not only to see Christ, but gives it him, and now it is safe. | it makes the soul not only to see christ, but gives it him, and now it is safe. | pn31 vvz dt n1 xx av-j pc-acp vvi np1, cc-acp vvz pn31 pno31, cc av pn31 vbz j. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11222 | Oh (beloved!) if the Spirit be glorious, then is the Gospel glorious; | O (Beloved!) if the Spirit be glorious, then is the Gospel glorious; | uh (n-vvn!) cs dt n1 vbb j, av vbz dt n1 j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11223 | if the Ministry of men could bring in, and draw with them the Princes of this world, | if the Ministry of men could bring in, and draw with them the Princes of this world, | cs dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp pno32 dt n2 pp-f d n1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11224 | and all their wealth to serve you, Angels and their Ministry, nay, bring Christ himself bodily to you, | and all their wealth to serve you, Angels and their Ministry, nay, bring christ himself bodily to you, | cc d po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, n2 cc po32 n1, uh-x, vvb np1 px31 j p-acp pn22, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11225 | how glorious were this? but what is this to bring the Spirit into a Sty, into thy Soul! | how glorious were this? but what is this to bring the Spirit into a Sty, into thy Soul! | c-crq j vbdr d? cc-acp q-crq vbz d pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp po21 n1! | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11226 | Oh therefore take heed of a light esteem of the Gospel, as those Matth. 22. 3. which were shut out: Men must speak something; | O Therefore take heed of a Light esteem of the Gospel, as those Matthew 22. 3. which were shut out: Men must speak something; | uh av vvb n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp d np1 crd crd r-crq vbdr vvn av: n2 vmb vvi pi; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11227 | take heed you that have once esteemed it, of accounting it a common thing (it is next to the unpardonable sin) of accounting the Gospel, Ministers, Truths, Justification by Faith, &c. common things; but see them glorious; | take heed you that have once esteemed it, of accounting it a Common thing (it is next to the unpardonable since) of accounting the Gospel, Ministers, Truths, Justification by Faith, etc. Common things; but see them glorious; | vvb n1 pn22 cst vhb a-acp vvn pn31, pp-f vvg pn31 dt j n1 (pn31 vbz ord p-acp dt j n1) pp-f vvg dt n1, n2, n2, n1 p-acp n1, av j n2; cc-acp vvb pno32 j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11228 | the greatest glory that ever was in the world, did once lye hid under the meanest outside, viz. Jesus Christ, | the greatest glory that ever was in the world, did once lie hid under the Meanest outside, viz. jesus christ, | dt js n1 cst av vbds p-acp dt n1, vdd a-acp vvi vvd p-acp dt js n1-an, n1 np1 np1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11229 | and yet the Apostles beheld his glory; | and yet the Apostles beheld his glory; | cc av dt n2 vvd po31 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11230 | so the Gospel is most glorious now, as being his glass, and this notwithstanding is most mean in the account of many; | so the Gospel is most glorious now, as being his glass, and this notwithstanding is most mean in the account of many; | av dt n1 vbz av-ds j av, c-acp vbg po31 n1, cc d c-acp vbz ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11231 | Paul is in the eyes of the Corinthian Doctors a mean man, his presence was contemptible, his words mean also; men despised them. | Paul is in the eyes of the Corinthian Doctors a mean man, his presence was contemptible, his words mean also; men despised them. | np1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt jp n2 dt j n1, po31 n1 vbds j, po31 n2 vvb av; n2 vvd pno32. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1943 | Page 99 |
11232 | Secondly, hence see what cause they have to sit, and go home to their houses lamenting, that never found the Spirit conveyed by the ministry of the Gospel in life and power. | Secondly, hence see what cause they have to fit, and go home to their houses lamenting, that never found the Spirit conveyed by the Ministry of the Gospel in life and power. | ord, av vvb r-crq n1 pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi, cc vvb av-an p-acp po32 n2 vvg, cst av-x vvd dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1944 | Page 99 |
11233 | Lam. 1. 16. Oh the comforter that should refresh my soul is far from me; if there be any hope of help, it is by the Spirit; | Lam. 1. 16. O the comforter that should refresh my soul is Far from me; if there be any hope of help, it is by the Spirit; | np1 crd crd uh dt n1 cst vmd vvi po11 n1 vbz av-j p-acp pno11; cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1944 | Page 99 |
11234 | and if the Spirit, it is by the Ministry where the Gospel is published and the Spirit conveyed: | and if the Spirit, it is by the Ministry where the Gospel is published and the Spirit conveyed: | cc cs dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn cc dt n1 vvd: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1944 | Page 99 |
11235 | Oh thinks many a one in himself, I find no such good! | O thinks many a one in himself, I find no such good! | uh vvz d dt pi p-acp px31, pns11 vvb dx d j! | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1944 | Page 99 |
11236 | thus long have I heard, and thus oft do I hear, but I come, and go away as I came, my heart never shaken, my soul never broken, my spirit never humbled, | thus long have I herd, and thus oft do I hear, but I come, and go away as I Come, my heart never shaken, my soul never broken, my Spirit never humbled, | av av-j vhb pns11 vvn, cc av av vdb pns11 vvi, cc-acp pns11 vvb, cc vvb av c-acp pns11 vvd, po11 n1 av-x vvn, po11 n1 av-x vvn, po11 n1 av-x vvn, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1944 | Page 99 |
11237 | nor comforted, &c. and therefore what care I for Ministers or Gospel? it is true, it is hid, 2 Cor. 4. 3. but then it is from them that be lost only, whom Satan hath blinded; | nor comforted, etc. and Therefore what care I for Ministers or Gospel? it is true, it is hid, 2 Cor. 4. 3. but then it is from them that be lost only, whom Satan hath blinded; | ccx vvn, av cc av q-crq n1 pns11 p-acp n2 cc n1? pn31 vbz j, pn31 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd crd p-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vbb vvn av-j, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1944 | Page 99 |
11238 | it may be the last medicine is now using; | it may be the last medicine is now using; | pn31 vmb vbi dt ord n1 vbz av vvg; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1944 | Page 99 |
11239 | as it is with many that have the last remedy applied when they be sick to death; truly so it is here. | as it is with many that have the last remedy applied when they be sick to death; truly so it is Here. | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d cst vhb dt ord n1 vvn c-crq pns32 vbb j p-acp n1; av-j av pn31 vbz av. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1944 | Page 99 |
11240 | Heb. 6. 8. The tree or ground that brings forth bryars, is nigh to cursing; | Hebrew 6. 8. The tree or ground that brings forth briars, is High to cursing; | np1 crd crd dt n1 cc n1 cst vvz av n2, vbz av-j p-acp vvg; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1945 | Page 99 |
11241 | the condition is sad, as it is there exprest, it shall never see good when good comes, Ier. 17. 6. Oh it was a sad complaint of Saul, Oh the Lord answers me not ! | the condition is sad, as it is there expressed, it shall never see good when good comes, Jeremiah 17. 6. O it was a sad complaint of Saul, O the Lord answers me not! | dt n1 vbz j, c-acp pn31 vbz a-acp vvn, pn31 vmb av-x vvi j c-crq j vvz, np1 crd crd uh pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, uh dt n1 vvz pno11 xx! | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1945 | Page 99 |
11242 | and of the people of God, Wee see no vision; but you have none, and lament it not; | and of the people of God, we see no vision; but you have none, and lament it not; | cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vvb dx n1; p-acp pn22 vhb pix, cc vvi pn31 xx; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1945 | Page 99 |
11243 | if men in the old Law did not meet with the Lord in their Tent doors, it was no wonder, it was not usual so to do; | if men in the old Law did not meet with the Lord in their Tent doors, it was no wonder, it was not usual so to do; | cs n2 p-acp dt j n1 vdd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 n2, pn31 vbds dx n1, pn31 vbds xx j av pc-acp vdi; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1945 | Page 99 |
11244 | but when at the Tabernacle, if they met not there with him, it was sad then; so here; | but when At the Tabernacle, if they met not there with him, it was sad then; so Here; | cc-acp c-crq p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vvd xx a-acp p-acp pno31, pn31 vbds j av; av av; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1945 | Page 99 |
11245 | if you meet not the Lord there where he dwells, it is strange; not but that Saints may find the Lord absent; | if you meet not the Lord there where he dwells, it is strange; not but that Saints may find the Lord absent; | cs pn22 vvb xx dt n1 a-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz j; xx p-acp d n2 vmb vvi dt n1 j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1945 | Page 99 |
11246 | but I speak to them that find it not, and mourn not for it; others shall rejoyce when they mourn for the absence of the Lord. SECT. VI. OF Confutation of those that think there is not that necessity of the Ministry |
but I speak to them that find it not, and mourn not for it; Others shall rejoice when they mourn for the absence of the Lord. SECT. VI. OF Confutation of those that think there is not that necessity of the Ministry to convey the Spirit; | cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31 xx, cc vvb xx p-acp pn31; ng2-jn vmb vvi c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. n1. crd. pp-f n1 pp-f d cst vvb pc-acp vbz xx d n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1945 | Page 99 |
11247 | But First, think good Books may do the deed, and hence can profit as much at home as thereby; | But First, think good Books may do the deed, and hence can profit as much At home as thereby; | p-acp ord, vvb j n2 vmb vdi dt n1, cc av vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp n1-an p-acp av; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1947 | Page 99 |
11248 | but these Virgins are not directed to books, but persons, (though there is a good use of Books also) Books are but a carkass of the living Word. | but these Virgins Are not directed to books, but Persons, (though there is a good use of Books also) Books Are but a carcase of the living Word. | cc-acp d n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp n2, (cs pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 av) n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1947 | Page 100 |
11249 | Secondly, They that would have it by immediate revelation, by elevations of the Soul to God, a Familistical principle collected from the Apocrypha speculations of devout Monks, received in G••many when the Gospel was preached to overthrow it, | Secondly, They that would have it by immediate Revelation, by elevations of the Soul to God, a Familistical principle collected from the Apocrypha speculations of devout Monks, received in G••many when the Gospel was preached to overthrow it, | ord, pns32 cst vmd vhi pn31 p-acp j n1, p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt fw-la n2 pp-f j n2, vvn p-acp np1 c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1948 | Page 100 |
11250 | and entertained by the deceitful experiences of some (as in London, &c. ) she that was con•erted by dreams, &c. indeed we are to look for the Spirit; | and entertained by the deceitful experiences of Some (as in London, etc.) she that was con•erted by dreams, etc. indeed we Are to look for the Spirit; | cc vvd p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d (c-acp p-acp np1, av) pns31 cst vbds vvn p-acp n2, av av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1948 | Page 100 |
11251 | but to look for it without the Word is vile; if the Apostles were living, these would overthrow their doctrine. | but to look for it without the Word is vile; if the Apostles were living, these would overthrow their Doctrine. | cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 vbz j; cs dt n2 vbdr vvg, d vmd vvi po32 n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1948 | Page 100 |
11252 | Object. What can man do? ( say many ) you must look for the living voice of Christ; | Object. What can man do? (say many) you must look for the living voice of christ; | n1. q-crq vmb n1 vdi? (vvb d) pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1949 | Page 100 |
11253 | the Word is but a dead letter, and will only make you a Iew in letter. | the Word is but a dead Letter, and will only make you a Iew in Letter. | dt n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cc vmb av-j vvi pn22 dt np1 p-acp n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1949 | Page 100 |
11254 | Answ. If indeed we had only souls, and no bodies, then we might lay aside our Bibles; | Answer If indeed we had only Souls, and no bodies, then we might lay aside our Bibles; | np1 cs av pns12 vhd j n2, cc dx n2, cs pns12 vmd vvi av po12 np1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1950 | Page 100 |
11255 | but seeing it is not so, look to the Word thus dispensed; hence the Lord saith, Hear and your souls shall live; | but seeing it is not so, look to the Word thus dispensed; hence the Lord Says, Hear and your Souls shall live; | cc-acp vvg pn31 vbz xx av, vvb p-acp dt n1 av vvn; av dt n1 vvz, vvb cc po22 n2 vmb vvi; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1950 | Page 100 |
11256 | these say, Hear not, &c. SECT. VII. OF Terror to all them that oppose the Ministry of the Lord Jesus, |
these say, Hear not, etc. SECT. VII. OF Terror to all them that oppose the Ministry of the Lord jesus, and resist it; | d vvb, vvb xx, av n1. np1. pp-f n1 p-acp d pno32 cst vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc vvi pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1950 | Page 100 |
11257 | the Holy Ghost being in it, you resist the Holy Ghost himself, and that not only where he is dropt, | the Holy Ghost being in it, you resist the Holy Ghost himself, and that not only where he is dropped, | dt j n1 vbg p-acp pn31, pn22 vvb dt j n1 px31, cc cst xx av-j c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1951 | Page 100 |
11258 | but most abundantly poured out, Acts 7 51, 52. How did they resist the Holy Ghost? they did but resist men; | but most abundantly poured out, Acts 7 51, 52. How did they resist the Holy Ghost? they did but resist men; | cc-acp av-ds av-j vvn av, n2 crd crd, crd q-crq vdd pns32 vvi dt j n1? pns32 vdd p-acp vvi n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1951 | Page 100 |
11259 | No, it was the Holy Ghost there, for so he spake those words, and the Spirit had some operation upon their hearts by those words, Zach. 7. 12. Neh. 9. 30. Sometimes the Spirit puts forth its prerogative power; then it is not overcome; | No, it was the Holy Ghost there, for so he spoke those words, and the Spirit had Some operation upon their hearts by those words, Zach 7. 12. Neh 9. 30. Sometime the Spirit puts forth its prerogative power; then it is not overcome; | uh-dx, pn31 vbds dt j n1 a-acp, c-acp av pns31 vvd d n2, cc dt n1 vhd d n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av dt n1 vvz av po31 n1 n1; cs pn31 vbz xx vvn; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1951 | Page 100 |
11260 | sometimes words without power, and then men resist and overcome it, (for that is the meaning, | sometime words without power, and then men resist and overcome it, (for that is the meaning, | av n2 p-acp n1, cc av n2 vvb cc vvi pn31, (c-acp d vbz dt n1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1952 | Page 100 |
11261 | because all men resist, more on less) and this is enmity against the Spirit, Act. 5. 39. Fighters against God, which is a most sad and heavy evil, | Because all men resist, more on less) and this is enmity against the Spirit, Act. 5. 39. Fighters against God, which is a most sad and heavy evil, | c-acp d n2 vvi, av-dc p-acp dc) cc d vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 crd crd n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz dt av-ds j cc j n-jn, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1952 | Page 100 |
11262 | for to be left to that evil to overcome the Comforter himself; | for to be left to that evil to overcome the Comforter himself; | c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 px31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1952 | Page 100 |
11263 | as he said, Is it not enough to grieve man, but you must grieve my God also? Isa. 7. 13. SECT. VIII. | as he said, Is it not enough to grieve man, but you must grieve my God also? Isaiah 7. 13. SECT. VIII. | c-acp pns31 vvd, vbz pn31 xx av-d pc-acp vvi n1, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi po11 n1 av? np1 crd crd n1. np1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1952 | Page 100 |
11264 | Quest. BVt who doth resist thus? | Quest. But who does resist thus? | n1. cc-acp r-crq vdz vvi av? | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1953 | Page 100 |
11265 | Answ. 1. Some do it by filencing and persecuting of the Ministry of the Spirit, which is most grievous: | Answer 1. some do it by filencing and persecuting of the Ministry of the Spirit, which is most grievous: | np1 crd d vdb pn31 p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz av-ds j: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 100 |
11266 | When Amos preached against Bethel, up steps Amaziah the Priest of Bethel, Amos 7. 10. and first makes complaint of him to the King; | When Amos preached against Bethel, up steps Amaziah the Priest of Bethel, Amos 7. 10. and First makes complaint of him to the King; | c-crq np1 vvn p-acp np1, a-acp n2 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc ord vvz n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 100 |
11267 | First, that he was factious, and conspired against the King: And secondly, That the Land was not able to bea• his words; | First, that he was factious, and conspired against the King: And secondly, That the Land was not able to bea• his words; | ord, cst pns31 vbds j, cc vvn p-acp dt n1: cc ord, cst dt n1 vbds xx j p-acp n1 po31 n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 100 |
11268 | that he troubled the Country and Kingdom with his Doctrine, viz. That we shall all dye if we receive not his Doctrine; | that he troubled the Country and Kingdom with his Doctrine, viz. That we shall all die if we receive not his Doctrine; | cst pns31 vvd dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 cst pns12 vmb d vvi cs pns12 vvb xx po31 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 100 |
11269 | and hence he commands him to depart and flee from thence, and prophesie no more there; | and hence he commands him to depart and flee from thence, and prophesy no more there; | cc av pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp av, cc vvb av-dx av-dc a-acp; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 100 |
11270 | but you see what he answers, I was a Herdsma•, and the Lord called me; think not that you oppose a private spirit, but the Lord's that called me: | but you see what he answers, I was a Herdsma•, and the Lord called me; think not that you oppose a private Spirit, but the Lord's that called me: | cc-acp pn22 vvb r-crq pns31 vvz, pns11 vbds dt np1, cc dt n1 vvd pno11; vvb xx cst pn22 vvb dt j n1, cc-acp dt n2 cst vvd pno11: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 100 |
11271 | And hence see because he did but say so, what his sentence is, upon his Wife, Children, himself and upon all Israel: Are there not many Amaziah's in these days? do they not take the same course? is not the same spirit working against the Spirit of God now? what will their end be? Let a man be never so peaceable in his place, blessed in his work, | And hence see Because he did but say so, what his sentence is, upon his Wife, Children, himself and upon all Israel: are there not many Amaziah's in these days? do they not take the same course? is not the same Spirit working against the Spirit of God now? what will their end be? Let a man be never so peaceable in his place, blessed in his work, | cc av vvb c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp vvi av, r-crq po31 n1 vbz, p-acp po31 n1, n2, px31 cc p-acp d np1: vbr pc-acp xx d npg1 p-acp d n2? vdb pns32 xx vvi dt d n1? vbz xx dt d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av? q-crq vmb po32 n1 vbi? vvb dt n1 vbi av-x av j p-acp po31 n1, j-vvn p-acp po31 n1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11272 | if he doth but reach Bethel, nay, if only the judgements of them, the Altars there, and Idols there; | if he does but reach Bethel, nay, if only the Judgments of them, the Altars there, and Idols there; | cs pns31 vdz p-acp vvi np1, uh, cs av-j dt n2 pp-f pno32, dt n2 a-acp, cc n2 a-acp; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11273 | Amos may prophesie in another Land, but no more there; | Amos may prophesy in Another Land, but no more there; | np1 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1, cc-acp dx av-dc a-acp; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11274 | but what will be the end of this? see vers. 17. it is a sad speech 1 Thess. 2. 16. Forbiding •s to preach to the Gentiles that they may be saved; | but what will be the end of this? see vers. 17. it is a sad speech 1 Thess 2. 16. Forbidding •s to preach to the Gentiles that they may be saved; | cc-acp q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d? vvb fw-la. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 crd np1 crd crd vvg n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-j cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11275 | for the wrath of God is come upon them to the utmost: | for the wrath of God is come upon them to the utmost: | p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11276 | You know the Jews raised up persecution against them where ever they came, but wrath is upon them for it ev•n to the utmost; | You know the jews raised up persecution against them where ever they Come, but wrath is upon them for it ev•n to the utmost; | pn22 vvb dt np2 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 c-crq av pns32 vvd, cc-acp n1 vbz p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31 av p-acp dt j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11277 | why, look as it is in hell, to resist the Gospel ones self is heavy; | why, look as it is in hell, to resist the Gospel ones self is heavy; | c-crq, vvb c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pig n1 vbz j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11278 | but when in hell there they wish that no others might receive it, or that it might not be preached to any other, that none might ever know the Lord: | but when in hell there they wish that no Others might receive it, or that it might not be preached to any other, that none might ever know the Lord: | cc-acp c-crq p-acp n1 a-acp pns32 vvb cst dx n2-jn vmd vvi pn31, cc cst pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp d n-jn, cst pix vmd av vvi dt n1: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11279 | So it is here, it is greater wrath to oppose God in hell, than to be opposed of God; | So it is Here, it is greater wrath to oppose God in hell, than to be opposed of God; | av pn31 vbz av, pn31 vbz jc n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11280 | and the first they are come to: | and the First they Are come to: | cc dt ord pns32 vbr vvn p-acp: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11281 | Oh but they garnish the Sepulchres of the Prophets, and beautifie their Temples, and if they had lived in the days of the Prophets, they would never oppose them. | O but they garnish the Sepulchres of the prophets, and beautify their Temples, and if they had lived in the days of the prophets, they would never oppose them. | uh cc-acp pns32 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc vvi po32 n2, cc cs pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, pns32 vmd av-x vvi pno32. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1954 | Page 101 |
11282 | Object. But these are other kind of Hot-•purs, and Novices. | Object. But these Are other kind of Hot-•purs, and novices. | n1. p-acp d vbr j-jn n1 pp-f j, cc n2. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1955 | Page 101 |
11283 | Answ. Matth. 23. 30, 35. You shall have Scribes and Wise men, and you shall kill them, that upon you may come all the blood that ever was spilt; | Answer Matthew 23. 30, 35. You shall have Scribes and Wise men, and you shall kill them, that upon you may come all the blood that ever was spilled; | np1 np1 crd crd, crd pn22 vmb vhi n2 cc j n2, cc pn22 vmb vvi pno32, cst p-acp pn22 vmb vvi d dt n1 cst av vbds vvn; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1956 | Page 101 |
11284 | and blood they must have who are the open persecutors of the Prophets and Saints of God first or last; | and blood they must have who Are the open persecutors of the prophets and Saints of God First or last; | cc n1 pns32 vmb vhi r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 ord cc ord; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1956 | Page 101 |
11285 | certainly God is remembring the tears and troubles of his banished distressed Seers. 2. Some others by reviling and reproaching of the Ministry; | Certainly God is remembering the tears and Troubles of his banished distressed Seers. 2. some Others by reviling and reproaching of the Ministry; | av-j n1 vbz vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 j-vvn j-vvn n2. crd d n2-jn p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1956 | Page 101 |
11286 | for Satan in the hearts of the wicked, if he cannot hurt it with his teeth, he will seek to destroy it by his tongue; | for Satan in the hearts of the wicked, if he cannot hurt it with his teeth, he will seek to destroy it by his tongue; | p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, cs pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1957 | Page 101 |
11287 | how was Paul censured by a company of proud Corinthians, that when they had nothing against him almost, | how was Paul censured by a company of proud Corinthians, that when they had nothing against him almost, | q-crq vbds np1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1, cst c-crq pns32 vhd pix p-acp pno31 av, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1957 | Page 101 |
11288 | yet they censure him for his manner of speaking and carriage! 2 Cor. 10. 10. His l•tters are mighty, but his presence base; | yet they censure him for his manner of speaking and carriage! 2 Cor. 10. 10. His l•tters Are mighty, but his presence base; | av pns32 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvg cc n1! crd np1 crd crd po31 n2 vbr j, cc-acp po31 n1 j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1957 | Page 101 |
11289 | how was Iohn, though for a time, flock'd after! and Christ Jesus himself was thus evilly reputed; | how was John, though for a time, flocked After! and christ jesus himself was thus evilly reputed; | c-crq vbds np1, cs p-acp dt n1, vvd a-acp! cc np1 np1 px31 vbds av av-jn vvn; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1957 | Page 101 |
11290 | this was that which brought the total ruine of the Jews, viz. mocking at the messengers of God, 2 Chron. ult. 16. When Paul had perswaded Sergius Paulus, and Elymas gainsaid, saith Paul Acts 13. 10. Oh full of sub•ilty, and child of the devil, enemy to all righteousness (why to all? because all Grace comes to be wrought here by the Word) thou shall be blind. | this was that which brought the total ruin of the jews, viz. mocking At the messengers of God, 2 Chronicles ult. 16. When Paul had persuaded Sergius Paulus, and Elymas gainsaid, Says Paul Acts 13. 10. O full of sub•ilty, and child of the Devil, enemy to all righteousness (why to all? Because all Grace comes to be wrought Here by the Word) thou shall be blind. | d vbds d r-crq vvd dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, crd np1 n1. crd c-crq np1 vhd vvn np1 np1, cc np1 vvn, vvz np1 vvz crd crd uh j pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 p-acp d n1 (c-crq p-acp d? c-acp d n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1) pns21 vmb vbi j. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1957 | Page 101 |
11291 | How have the Messengers and Ministers in this Country been trampled upon by some, who though they have not yet been able to reach them by their power, | How have the Messengers and Ministers in this Country been trampled upon by Some, who though they have not yet been able to reach them by their power, | q-crq vhb dt n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1 vbn vvn p-acp p-acp d, r-crq cs pns32 vhb xx av vbn j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1958 | Page 101 |
11292 | yet by vile reproaches so pursuing most of them, that one would stand and wonder at the blindness and boldness, not of moral men, | yet by vile Reproaches so pursuing most of them, that one would stand and wonder At the blindness and boldness, not of moral men, | av p-acp j n2 av vvg ds pp-f pno32, cst pi vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1, xx pp-f j n2, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1958 | Page 101 |
11293 | but Church-members and Professors, and at the wrath of God upon them, that ever they should be left to be scorners of them, of whom the consciences of the vilest cannot but sometime say, verily God is with you ! | but Church-members and Professors, and At the wrath of God upon them, that ever they should be left to be Scorner's of them, of whom the Consciences of the Vilest cannot but sometime say, verily God is with you! | cc-acp n2 cc n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, cst av pns32 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f pno32, pp-f ro-crq dt n2 pp-f dt js vmbx cc-acp av vvb, av-j np1 vbz p-acp pn22! | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1958 | Page 101 |
11294 | Yea, Grace it s•lf hath been pretended to be the weapon, by which the Ministers of the Gospel of Christ have been fought against; | Yea, Grace it s•lf hath been pretended to be the weapon, by which the Ministers of the Gospel of christ have been fought against; | uh, vvb pn31 n1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb vbn vvn p-acp; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1958 | Page 101 |
11295 | and indeed the vilest opinions usually have been sheltered under Grace; | and indeed the Vilest opinions usually have been sheltered under Grace; | cc av dt js n2 av-j vhb vbn vvn p-acp n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1958 | Page 101 |
11296 | that hath been the Kings colours, which the enemies of the Kingdom of Christ have lifted up to deceive ▪ for in places of profession, not merit and works, old shooes, &c. but Grace and Christ, Matth. 24. 24. are most fit to deceive. | that hath been the Kings colours, which the enemies of the Kingdom of christ have lifted up to deceive ▪ for in places of profession, not merit and works, old shoes, etc. but Grace and christ, Matthew 24. 24. Are most fit to deceive. | cst vhz vbn dt ng1 n2, r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi ▪ c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, xx n1 cc n2, j n2, av p-acp n1 cc np1, np1 crd crd vbr av-ds j pc-acp vvi. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1958 | Page 101 |
11297 | And hence if Ministers have perswaded men to believe, and receive the Gospel, what can we do (say many?) God must do all; | And hence if Ministers have persuaded men to believe, and receive the Gospel, what can we do (say many?) God must do all; | cc av cs n2 vhb vvn n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi dt n1, r-crq vmb pns12 vdb (vvb d?) np1 vmb vdi d; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1959 | Page 101 |
11298 | if evidences and signs of a good estate be called for out of the Word; it is a way of works, almost flat Popery in their books: | if evidences and Signs of a good estate be called for out of the Word; it is a Way of works, almost flat Popery in their books: | cs n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbi vvn p-acp av pp-f dt n1; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, av j n1 p-acp po32 n2: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1959 | Page 101 |
11299 | If Ministers have had the Spirit burning within them, seeing people led from the truth, and so speak against them that deceive them, 'tis passion and bitterness; | If Ministers have had the Spirit burning within them, seeing people led from the truth, and so speak against them that deceive them, it's passion and bitterness; | cs n2 vhb vhn dt n1 vvg p-acp pno32, vvg n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av vvb p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno32, pn31|vbz n1 cc n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1959 | Page 101 |
11300 | if they have sought to keep the hearts of Gods people close one to another, the strong man then keeps the palace: | if they have sought to keep the hearts of God's people close one to Another, the strong man then keeps the palace: | cs pns32 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 av-j pi p-acp n-jn, dt j n1 av vvz dt n1: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1959 | Page 101 |
11301 | What should I name all? Quest. But for what is it that they are thus s•andalized? | What should I name all? Quest. But for what is it that they Are thus s•andalized? | q-crq vmd pns11 vvi d? n1. cc-acp p-acp q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns32 vbr av vvn? | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1959 | Page 101 |
11302 | Ans. 1. For preaching that we are justified by Faith, and that Faith is required to the entertainment of Christ as a condition of the Gospel; | Ans. 1. For preaching that we Are justified by Faith, and that Faith is required to the entertainment of christ as a condition of the Gospel; | np1 crd p-acp vvg cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1961 | Page 102 |
11303 | here is not bread (say men.) 2. For preaching that Sanctification is an evidence of Justification; | Here is not bred (say men.) 2. For preaching that Sanctification is an evidence of Justification; | av vbz xx n1 (vvi n2.) crd p-acp vvg d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1961 | Page 102 |
11304 | and though it be granted the Lord never justified any without a work of vocation at least, | and though it be granted the Lord never justified any without a work of vocation At least, | cc cs pn31 vbb vvn dt n1 av-x vvd d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ds, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1962 | Page 102 |
11305 | and this is not against Gods Grace to justifie by Faith; | and this is not against God's Grace to justify by Faith; | cc d vbz xx p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1962 | Page 102 |
11306 | yet it is against Grace, and 'tis a way of works, say some, to see my self justified by Faith. | yet it is against Grace, and it's a Way of works, say Some, to see my self justified by Faith. | av pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb d, pc-acp vvi po11 n1 vvn p-acp n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1962 | Page 102 |
11307 | If the Word did reveal a second Justification by Faith, and a first Justification without Faith, | If the Word did reveal a second Justification by Faith, and a First Justification without Faith, | cs dt n1 vdd vvi dt ord n1 p-acp n1, cc dt ord n1 p-acp n1, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1962 | Page 102 |
11308 | then our first evidence might be without sight of Faith, because there is some word which reveals our being Justified without it; | then our First evidence might be without sighed of Faith, Because there is Some word which reveals our being Justified without it; | cs po12 ord n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 r-crq vvz po12 vbg vvn p-acp pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1962 | Page 102 |
11309 | But the Word reveals all our Justification to be by Faith; | But the Word reveals all our Justification to be by Faith; | cc-acp dt n1 vvz d po12 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1962 | Page 102 |
11310 | and thus for preaching the Gospel of Christ have the Servants of the Lord been reproached. | and thus for preaching the Gospel of christ have the Servants of the Lord been reproached. | cc av p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbn vvn. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1962 | Page 102 |
11311 | And though they keep it in, yet how many are there whose hearts go after these detestable things! | And though they keep it in, yet how many Are there whose hearts go After these detestable things! | cc cs pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp, av c-crq d vbr a-acp r-crq n2 vvb p-acp d j n2! | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1962 | Page 102 |
11312 | 3. Some resist the Spirit by despising inwardly, and so casting off the Word of the Lord, Heb. 2. 2, 3. if we neglect or slight so great salvation; | 3. some resist the Spirit by despising inwardly, and so casting off the Word of the Lord, Hebrew 2. 2, 3. if we neglect or slight so great salvation; | crd d vvb dt n1 p-acp vvg av-j, cc av vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd cs pns12 vvb cc n1 av j n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1963 | Page 102 |
11313 | and when was the Gospel more slighted by many? every thing we say is dear but Gospel, which should make us mourn that ever it should be said so in this Country; | and when was the Gospel more slighted by many? every thing we say is dear but Gospel, which should make us mourn that ever it should be said so in this Country; | cc q-crq vbds dt n1 av-dc vvn p-acp d? d n1 pns12 vvb vbz j-jn p-acp n1, r-crq vmd vvi pno12 vvi cst av pn31 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp d n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1963 | Page 102 |
11314 | you despise the Spirit of God; a man of greatness suffers by nothing so much as by contempt; | you despise the Spirit of God; a man of greatness suffers by nothing so much as by contempt; | pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pix av av-d c-acp p-acp n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1963 | Page 102 |
11315 | so it is with the Spirit of Grace: | so it is with the Spirit of Grace: | av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1963 | Page 102 |
11316 | And it is a thousand to one but that there will be something to make them despise at last the Lord himself: | And it is a thousand to one but that there will be something to make them despise At last the Lord himself: | cc pn31 vbz dt crd p-acp crd p-acp d a-acp vmb vbi pi pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi p-acp ord dt n1 px31: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1963 | Page 102 |
11317 | But the Word comes thus to be despised and cast off SECT. IX. | But the Word comes thus to be despised and cast off SECT. IX. | cc-acp dt n1 vvz av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd a-acp n1. crd. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1963 | Page 102 |
11318 | First, PArtly by the false reports of others, as if they were factious disturbers of peace, men under a Covenant of Works, &c. It is the Jesuites policy to raise up lyes; | First, PArtly by the false reports of Others, as if they were factious disturbers of peace, men under a Covenant of Works, etc. It is the Jesuits policy to raise up lies; | ord, av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2-jn, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j n2 pp-f n1, n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, av pn31 vbz dt np2 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1964 | Page 102 |
11319 | and though all will not beleive them, yet some will stick. Secondly, Partly by covetousness; | and though all will not believe them, yet Some will stick. Secondly, Partly by covetousness; | cc cs d vmb xx vvi pno32, av d vmb vvi. ord, av p-acp n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1964 | Page 102 |
11320 | the glory of the things of this world is greater than the glory of the Gospel; | the glory of the things of this world is greater than the glory of the Gospel; | dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbz jc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1965 | Page 102 |
11321 | tell them of living by Faith and Promises, they deride you in their hearts; tell them of a Kingdom, and the excellency of holiness, they slight them; | tell them of living by Faith and Promises, they deride you in their hearts; tell them of a Kingdom, and the excellency of holiness, they slight them; | vvb pno32 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 cc vvz, pns32 vvi pn22 p-acp po32 n2; vvb pno32 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 n1 pno32; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1965 | Page 102 |
11322 | to be so rich and honored, it is glorious indeed, Luke 16. 14. The Pharisees scorned him because they were covetous. | to be so rich and honoured, it is glorious indeed, Lycia 16. 14. The Pharisees scorned him Because they were covetous. | pc-acp vbi av j cc j-vvn, pn31 vbz j av, av crd crd dt np2 vvd pno31 c-acp pns32 vbdr j. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1965 | Page 102 |
11323 | Thirdly, Sometime because Ministers and Ministry are Bills of charges to a congregation, and are too costly inhabitants among them. | Thirdly, Sometime Because Ministers and Ministry Are Bills of charges to a congregation, and Are too costly inhabitants among them. | ord, av c-acp n2 cc n1 vbr n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vbr av j n2 p-acp pno32. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1966 | Page 102 |
11324 | Fourthly, Partly because of ignorance of the truth; why was Paul 's Ministry foolishness? it was a mystery; | Fourthly, Partly Because of ignorance of the truth; why was Paul is Ministry foolishness? it was a mystery; | ord, av c-acp pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1; q-crq vbds np1 vbz n1 n1? pn31 vbds dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1967 | Page 102 |
11325 | so many come and understand not the truths preached; they be too high points for them to conceive of; | so many come and understand not the truths preached; they be too high points for them to conceive of; | av d vvb cc vvb xx dt n2 vvd; pns32 vbb av j n2 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pp-f; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1967 | Page 102 |
11326 | let truth be never so precious, they esteem it not, because they know it not. | let truth be never so precious, they esteem it not, Because they know it not. | vvb n1 vbi av-x av j, pns32 vvb pn31 xx, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 xx. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1967 | Page 102 |
11327 | Fifthly, Partly because they have known all that our Ministers do preach before, which is now like flowers and roses withering, which were flourishing heretofore; | Fifthly, Partly Because they have known all that our Ministers do preach before, which is now like flowers and roses withering, which were flourishing heretofore; | ord, av c-acp pns32 vhb vvn d d po12 n2 vdb vvi a-acp, r-crq vbz av j n2 cc n2 vvg, r-crq vbdr vvg av; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1968 | Page 102 |
11328 | Capernaum despiseth that which Sodom would not, and Tyre• and Sidon would have repented at; and say, They can do as well themselves as this, and better. | Capernaum despises that which Sodom would not, and Tyre• and Sidon would have repented At; and say, They can do as well themselves as this, and better. | np1 vvz cst r-crq np1 vmd xx, cc np1 cc np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp; cc vvb, pns32 vmb vdi c-acp av px32 p-acp d, cc av-jc. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1968 | Page 102 |
11329 | Sixthly, Partly because Ministers are so long at it; | Sixthly, Partly Because Ministers Are so long At it; | j, av c-acp n2 vbr av av-j p-acp pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1969 | Page 102 |
11330 | and that may be delivered in one hour which is stood upon an hour and half; | and that may be Delivered in one hour which is stood upon an hour and half; | cc cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n-jn; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1969 | Page 102 |
11331 | and they wonder men preach so little, and yet so long; which argues contempt, and that every truth is not precious. | and they wonder men preach so little, and yet so long; which argues contempt, and that every truth is not precious. | cc pns32 vvb n2 vvi av j, cc av av av-j; r-crq vvz n1, cc cst d n1 vbz xx j. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1969 | Page 102 |
11332 | Men cry not out of men when they are telling money to them many hours; and yet this is more precious; Eutychus grows sleepy; | Men cry not out of men when they Are telling money to them many hours; and yet this is more precious; Eutychus grows sleepy; | np1 vvb xx av pp-f n2 c-crq pns32 vbr vvg n1 p-acp pno32 d n2; cc av d vbz av-dc j; np1 vvz j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1969 | Page 102 |
11333 | thank Paul for preaching so long; and falls down; thank long Sermons for that: This is the sinful language of some. | thank Paul for preaching so long; and falls down; thank long Sermons for that: This is the sinful language of Some. | vvb np1 p-acp vvg av av-j; cc vvz a-acp; vvb av-j n2 p-acp d: d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1969 | Page 102 |
11334 | Seventhly, Because they cannot profit by them; | Seventhly, Because they cannot profit by them; | crd, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1970 | Page 103 |
11335 | hence when they should mourn for themselves they despise the truth of the Lord, Mic. 2. 7. are not my words good to him that walks uprightly. | hence when they should mourn for themselves they despise the truth of the Lord, Mic. 2. 7. Are not my words good to him that walks uprightly. | av c-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp px32 pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd vbr xx po11 n2 j p-acp pno31 cst vvz av-j. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1970 | Page 103 |
11336 | Eighthly, Because some have weaker gifts than others: | Eighthly, Because Some have Weaker Gifts than Others: | j, c-acp d vhb jc n2 cs n2-jn: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1971 | Page 103 |
11337 | And thus I say, the Ministry of the Lord and his Spirit is despised, Mat. 18. 8. Take heed you despise not little ones, for Angels behold them: | And thus I say, the Ministry of the Lord and his Spirit is despised, Mathew 18. 8. Take heed you despise not little ones, for Angels behold them: | cc av pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx av-j pi2, c-acp n2 vvb pno32: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1971 | Page 103 |
11338 | Oh what is it then to despise the Spirit himself? And thus I say the Spirit of God is res•sted; | O what is it then to despise the Spirit himself? And thus I say the Spirit of God is res•sted; | uh q-crq vbz pn31 av pc-acp vvi dt n1 px31? cc av pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1971 | Page 103 |
11339 | go home therefore and mourn, and consider, 1. The time is already set; the Spirit will not alway strive; | go home Therefore and mourn, and Consider, 1. The time is already Set; the Spirit will not always strive; | vvb av-an av cc vvi, cc vvi, crd dt n1 vbz av vvn; dt n1 vmb xx av vvi; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1971 | Page 103 |
11340 | and time may come that it will go from you and never return to you more. 2. Fire will come out of their mouthes, Rev. 11. 5. 3. The Ministry shall be taken from you and your children, Act. 13. 46. 4. The Spirit it self shall torment you, Isa. 63. 10. SECT. X. OF Exhortation; | and time may come that it will go from you and never return to you more. 2. Fire will come out of their mouths, Rev. 11. 5. 3. The Ministry shall be taken from you and your children, Act. 13. 46. 4. The Spirit it self shall torment you, Isaiah 63. 10. SECT. X. OF Exhortation; | cc n1 vmb vvi cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 cc av-x vvb p-acp pn22 av-dc. crd n1 vmb vvi av pp-f po32 n2, n1 crd crd crd dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 cc po22 n2, n1 crd crd crd dt n1 pn31 n1 vmb vvi pn22, np1 crd crd n1. fw-la pp-f n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1971 | Page 103 |
11341 | Oh therefore if ever you would have the Spirit dispensed to you, |
O Therefore if ever you would have the Spirit dispensed to you, wait Here upon the Ministry of the Gospel for it; | uh av cs av pn22 vmd vhi dt n1 vvn p-acp pn22, vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1972 | Page 103 |
11342 | neglect not private helps, books and meditations, &c. but know if ever you have it dispensed, here it is chiefly to be had; buy at this shop. | neglect not private helps, books and meditations, etc. but know if ever you have it dispensed, Here it is chiefly to be had; buy At this shop. | vvb xx j n2, n2 cc n2, av p-acp vvi cs av pn22 vhb pn31 vvn, av pn31 vbz av-jn pc-acp vbi vhn; vvb p-acp d n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1972 | Page 103 |
11343 | Do you not find parched, dryed up hearts? the Spirit of God is gone from men; | Do you not find parched, dried up hearts? the Spirit of God is gone from men; | vdb pn22 xx vvi j-vvn, vvd a-acp n2? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1973 | Page 103 |
11344 | and this verily is the cause of it; | and this verily is the cause of it; | cc d av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1973 | Page 103 |
11345 | what consolations, what peace, what glory from the Spirit of all comfort, of peace and glory might men have, but for this? | what consolations, what peace, what glory from the Spirit of all Comfort, of peace and glory might men have, but for this? | r-crq n2, r-crq n1, r-crq n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pp-f n1 cc n1 vmd n2 vhb, cc-acp p-acp d? | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1973 | Page 103 |
11346 | Obj. But I may never get this Spirit! | Object But I may never get this Spirit! | np1 cc-acp pns11 vmb av-x vvi d n1! | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1974 | Page 103 |
11347 | Ans. Yes, Hea• and your souls shall live, Isa. 55. 3. (for to reprobates the Lord never gives an ear) what a comfort is this? you cannot help your selves to look to Christ, to come to Christ; | Ans. Yes, Hea• and your Souls shall live, Isaiah 55. 3. (for to Reprobates the Lord never gives an ear) what a Comfort is this? you cannot help your selves to look to christ, to come to christ; | np1 uh, n1 cc po22 n2 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd (c-acp p-acp n2-jn dt n1 av-x vvz dt n1) r-crq dt n1 vbz d? pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1975 | Page 103 |
11348 | hear him then when he is come to thee, Rom. 11. 7, 8. he hath given them ears not to hear; | hear him then when he is come to thee, Rom. 11. 7, 8. he hath given them ears not to hear; | vvb pno31 av c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vhz vvn pno32 n2 xx pc-acp vvi; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1975 | Page 103 |
11349 | and usually the first work of the Spirit in the soul is to give an ear; | and usually the First work of the Spirit in the soul is to give an ear; | cc av-j dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1975 | Page 103 |
11350 | the Lord awakens that to 〈 ◊ 〉, that never regarded any thing before; and then something enters first or •ast. SECT. XI. | the Lord awakens that to 〈 ◊ 〉, that never regarded any thing before; and then something enters First or •ast. SECT. XI. | dt n1 vvz cst pc-acp 〈 sy 〉, cst av-x vvd d n1 a-acp; cc cs pi vvz ord cc j. n1. crd. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1975 | Page 103 |
11351 | Quest. HOw shall I so hear as to receive the Spirit? Answ. 1. Get a deep sence of your wants particularly and distinctly before you come; | Quest. HOw shall I so hear as to receive the Spirit? Answer 1. Get a deep sense of your Wants particularly and distinctly before you come; | n1. q-crq vmb pns11 av vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1? np1 crd vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f po22 n2 av-j cc av-j c-acp pn22 vvb; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1976 | Page 103 |
11352 | if a man comes to the Market, and 〈 … 〉 his Family wants, he will never come and buy of them that sell; | if a man comes to the Market, and 〈 … 〉 his Family Wants, he will never come and buy of them that fell; | cs dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc 〈 … 〉 po31 n1 vvz, pns31 vmb av-x vvi cc vvi pp-f pno32 cst vvb; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11353 | a poor man if he comes into a rich shop, hath a mind to buy all the commodities he sees if he had money; | a poor man if he comes into a rich shop, hath a mind to buy all the commodities he sees if he had money; | dt j n1 cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pns31 vvz cs pns31 vhd n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11354 | but if it may be had without money he will take them gladly, Matth. 11. The poor receive the Gospel; | but if it may be had without money he will take them gladly, Matthew 11. The poor receive the Gospel; | cc-acp cs pn31 vmb vbi vhn p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av-j, np1 crd dt j vvi dt n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11355 | I am perswaded that this is the great cause why scarce any buy here; they know not their need of every truth; | I am persuaded that this is the great cause why scarce any buy Here; they know not their need of every truth; | pns11 vbm vvn cst d vbz dt j n1 c-crq av-j d vvb av; pns32 vvb xx po32 n1 pp-f d n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11356 | hence Isa. 50. 4. He hath given me the tongue of the learned to preach a Word in season to the weary; | hence Isaiah 50. 4. He hath given me the tongue of the learned to preach a Word in season to the weary; | av np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn pno11 dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11357 | the Lord will do it in season; when the heart is weary of its own deceit and ignorance, and all carnal contents, | the Lord will do it in season; when the heart is weary of its own deceit and ignorance, and all carnal contents, | dt n1 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1; c-crq dt n1 vbz j pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1, cc d j n2, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11358 | and blessings, and sins, now the Lord Jesus must speak at last; | and blessings, and Sins, now the Lord jesus must speak At last; | cc n2, cc n2, av dt n1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp ord; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11359 | let a people be more weary of outward miseries than of inward, they will not regard Moses by reason of anguish of spirit; | let a people be more weary of outward misery's than of inward, they will not regard Moses by reason of anguish of Spirit; | vvb dt n1 vbi av-dc j pp-f j n2 cs pp-f j, pns32 vmb xx vvi np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11360 | this keeps off many a man; either he feels only outward miseries; | this keeps off many a man; either he feels only outward misery's; | d vvz a-acp d dt n1; av-d pns31 vvz av-j j n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11361 | his mind is broken with cares, how shall I live? with losses and crosses, Family is sick, Cattel die, Servants are untoward and unfaithful; | his mind is broken with Cares, how shall I live? with losses and Crosses, Family is sick, Cattle die, Servants Are untoward and unfaithful; | po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n2, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? p-acp n2 cc n2, n1 vbz j, n2 vvb, n2 vbr j cc j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11362 | his drink is turned to water, and the English flower is gone; his Friends respect him not, his acquaintance grow strange; | his drink is turned to water, and the English flower is gone; his Friends respect him not, his acquaintance grow strange; | po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc dt jp n1 vbz vvn; po31 n2 vvb pno31 xx, po31 n1 vvi j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11363 | these things lie more heavy than sin. 2. Pray before you come; | these things lie more heavy than since. 2. prey before you come; | d n2 vvb av-dc j cs n1. crd n1 p-acp pn22 vvb; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1977 | Page 103 |
11364 | for as it is in men that trade, their Servants are ready to let out their commodities, | for as it is in men that trade, their Servants Are ready to let out their commodities, | c-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2 cst n1, po32 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi av po32 n2, | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1978 | Page 104 |
11365 | but ask the Master first whether he will sell them or no to you; so ask the Lord first. | but ask the Master First whither he will fell them or not to you; so ask the Lord First. | cc-acp vvb dt n1 ord cs pns31 vmb vvi pno32 cc xx p-acp pn22; av vvb dt n1 ord. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1978 | Page 104 |
12076 | First, In case the Lord takes away the dearest, nay, all outward blessings from us; | First, In case the Lord Takes away the dearest, nay, all outward blessings from us; | ord, p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz av dt js-jn, uh-x, d j n2 p-acp pno12; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
11366 | Ministers are but Servants under the Lord, it is not as they will, but as the Lord will dispence, Matth. 11. 25. I thank thee that thou •ast hid these things from the wise and prudent, though Christ himself preached: | Ministers Are but Servants under the Lord, it is not as they will, but as the Lord will dispense, Matthew 11. 25. I thank thee that thou •ast hid these things from the wise and prudent, though christ himself preached: | ng1 vbr cc-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz xx c-acp pns32 vmb, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb pno21 cst pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 p-acp dt j cc j, cs np1 px31 vvd: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1978 | Page 104 |
11367 | Oh therefore loo• up to the Lord; Oh Lord let not thy Gospel be a hidden thing from mine eyes. | O Therefore loo• up to the Lord; O Lord let not thy Gospel be a hidden thing from mine eyes. | uh av n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1; uh n1 vvb xx po21 n1 vbb dt j-vvn n1 p-acp po11 n2. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1978 | Page 104 |
11368 | I am perswaded you should see strange things, and grow up more and more if thus you did: | I am persuaded you should see strange things, and grow up more and more if thus you did: | pns11 vbm vvn pn22 vmd vvi j n2, cc vvb a-acp av-dc cc av-dc cs av pn22 vdd: | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1978 | Page 104 |
11369 | When Christ told them that the Spirit should come, he bids them wait for it, and they continued instant in 〈 ◊ 〉, Act. 1. 4. and then the Spirit of God came upon them, though ex•raordinarily, yet here ordinarily; | When christ told them that the Spirit should come, he bids them wait for it, and they continued instant in 〈 ◊ 〉, Act. 1. 4. and then the Spirit of God Come upon them, though ex•raordinarily, yet Here ordinarily; | c-crq np1 vvd pno32 cst dt n1 vmd vvi, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi p-acp pn31, cc pns32 vvd n-jn p-acp 〈 sy 〉, n1 crd crd cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32, c-acp av-j, av av av-j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1978 | Page 104 |
11370 | Psal. 51. Lord cause me to hear the voyce of joy and gladness, that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoyce; | Psalm 51. Lord cause me to hear the voice of joy and gladness, that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice; | np1 crd n1 vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn vmb vvi; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1978 | Page 104 |
11371 | and hence the Lord complains, Isa. 50. 3. Why, when I came was their no intercessor? as if he should say, he would have given them help else; | and hence the Lord complains, Isaiah 50. 3. Why, when I Come was their no intercessor? as if he should say, he would have given them help Else; | cc av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd q-crq, c-crq pns11 vvd vbds po32 dx n1? c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 vvi av; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1978 | Page 104 |
11372 | Oh therefore before you come, and when you come, pray, Lord speak; pray all the week long that there may be some Sabbath mercies for you. | O Therefore before you come, and when you come, pray, Lord speak; pray all the Week long that there may be Some Sabbath Mercies for you. | uh av c-acp pn22 vvb, cc c-crq pn22 vvb, vvb, n1 vvb; vvb d dt n1 av-j cst a-acp vmb vbi d n1 n2 p-acp pn22. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1978 | Page 104 |
11373 | 3. Give the Lord the price of his Gospel; | 3. Give the Lord the price of his Gospel; | crd np1 dt n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1979 | Page 104 |
11374 | men that come to buy must give the price Zach. 11. 12. And God will not let you have any thing without price; | men that come to buy must give the price Zach 11. 12. And God will not let you have any thing without price; | n2 cst vvb pc-acp vvi vmb vvi dt n1 np1 crd crd cc np1 vmb xx vvi pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1979 | Page 104 |
11375 | give away all thou hast (when thou comest to hear) to the Lord, let him pluck or take any thing from thee, only let him not take away himself, and his Spirit; | give away all thou hast (when thou Comest to hear) to the Lord, let him pluck or take any thing from thee, only let him not take away himself, and his Spirit; | vvb av d pns21 vh2 (c-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi) p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp pno21, av-j vvb pno31 xx vvi av px31, cc po31 n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1979 | Page 104 |
11376 | prize the least truth above all the world, as indeed it is better, the Lord may else deny these pearls to you, Heb. 4. 2. The word did not profit because not mixt with faith; | prize the least truth above all the world, as indeed it is better, the Lord may Else deny these Pearls to you, Hebrew 4. 2. The word did not profit Because not mixed with faith; | vvb dt ds n1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp av pn31 vbz jc, dt n1 vmb av vvi d n2 p-acp pn22, np1 crd crd dt n1 vdd xx vvi c-acp xx vvn p-acp n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1979 | Page 104 |
11377 | and •hat is the property of that? vide 1 Per. 2. 5, 6. To him that believes the Lord is precious; | and •hat is the property of that? vide 1 Per. 2. 5, 6. To him that believes the Lord is precious; | cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f d? fw-la vvn np1 crd crd, crd p-acp pno31 cst vvz dt n1 vbz j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1979 | Page 104 |
11378 | it makes Christ precious, and every truth precious; | it makes christ precious, and every truth precious; | pn31 vvz np1 j, cc d n1 j; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1979 | Page 104 |
11379 | and when the Lord himself is precious, the Spirit is sent, Joh. 14. 17. whom the world cannot receive, because they know him not. | and when the Lord himself is precious, the Spirit is sent, John 14. 17. whom the world cannot receive, Because they know him not. | cc c-crq dt n1 px31 vbz j, dt n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd ro-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi, c-acp pns32 vvb pno31 xx. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1979 | Page 104 |
11380 | Oh he is not sweet not precious to them. | O he is not sweet not precious to them. | uh pns31 vbz xx j xx j p-acp pno32. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1979 | Page 104 |
11381 | Three things are here to be laid out and given to God at the hearing of the Word: 1. Thy Thoughts; | Three things Are Here to be laid out and given to God At the hearing of the Word: 1. Thy Thoughts; | crd n2 vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn av cc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1: crd po21 n2; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1980 | Page 104 |
11382 | let a man have never so much meat, if he feed not upon it, never will he have spirits thereby; | let a man have never so much meat, if he feed not upon it, never will he have spirits thereby; | vvb dt n1 vhb av-x av av-d n1, cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp pn31, av-x vmb pns31 vhb n2 av; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1981 | Page 104 |
11383 | therefore while hearing time lasts, be taken up with those things you hear; be in them, that your profiting may appear to all; | Therefore while hearing time lasts, be taken up with those things you hear; be in them, that your profiting may appear to all; | av cs vvg n1 vvz, vbb vvn a-acp p-acp d n2 pn22 vvb; vbb p-acp pno32, cst po22 vvg vmb vvi p-acp d; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1981 | Page 104 |
11384 | you know not so much, but that there is more yet to be known. 2. Thy Heart; Love it; | you know not so much, but that there is more yet to be known. 2. Thy Heart; Love it; | pn22 vvb xx av av-d, cc-acp cst pc-acp vbz av-dc av pc-acp vbi vvn. crd po21 n1; vvb pn31; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1981 | Page 104 |
11385 | Christs love was so great as to shed his blood, that he might purchase this Word of his Gospel for thee; | Christ love was so great as to shed his blood, that he might purchase this Word of his Gospel for thee; | npg1 n1 vbds av j c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno21; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1982 | Page 104 |
11386 | and wilt not thou let thy love out of thy heart to it, when it is for thee? 3. Labor; | and wilt not thou let thy love out of thy heart to it, when it is for thee? 3. Labour; | cc vm2 xx pns21 vvi po21 n1 av pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pn31, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno21? crd n1; | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1982 | Page 104 |
11387 | labor for the Spirit here, as for the meat that endures for ever, Ioh. 6. •7. | labour for the Spirit Here, as for the meat that endures for ever, John 6. •7. | n1 p-acp dt n1 av, a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp av, np1 crd n1. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1983 | Page 104 |
11388 | Christ will give it you, spare no pains and labor upon it, to enjoy, and be eternally advantaged by it. | christ will give it you, spare no pains and labour upon it, to enjoy, and be eternally advantaged by it. | np1 vmb vvi pn31 pn22, vvb dx n2 cc n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi, cc vbi av-j vvn p-acp pn31. | (42) chapter (DIV2) | 1983 | Page 104 |
11389 | Thus much of the Second thing, in this Second Part of the Parable; Now the Third follows, viz. The Coming of Christ himself. CHAP. XVI. Concerning Christs Coming. SECT. I. NOw this coming of Christ is set forth and amplified from two things. | Thus much of the Second thing, in this Second Part of the Parable; Now the Third follows, viz. The Coming of christ himself. CHAP. XVI. Concerning Christ Coming. SECT. I. NOw this coming of christ is Set forth and amplified from two things. | av d pp-f dt ord n1, p-acp d ord n1 pp-f dt n1; av dt ord vvz, n1 dt vvg pp-f np1 px31. np1 np1. vvg npg1 vvg. n1. np1 av d n-vvg pp-f np1 vbz vvn av cc vvn p-acp crd n2. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1983 | Page 105 |
11390 | 1. From the time of his coming; While the foolish went to buy, he came. 2. From his different entertainment of the Virgins, and carriage towards them being come. | 1. From the time of his coming; While the foolish went to buy, he Come. 2. From his different entertainment of the Virgins, and carriage towards them being come. | crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg; cs dt j vvd pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvd. crd p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc n1 p-acp pno32 vbg vvn. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1985 | Page 105 |
11391 | First, The wise they went in with him to the Mariage. Secondly, The foolish were shut out, &c. By this coming of the Lord is (as hath been oft said) meant the coming of Christ to Death or Judgement; | First, The wise they went in with him to the Marriage. Secondly, The foolish were shut out, etc. By this coming of the Lord is (as hath been oft said) meant the coming of christ to Death or Judgement; | ord, dt j pns32 vvd p-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. ord, dt j vbdr vvn av, av p-acp d n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz (c-acp vhz vbn av vvn) vvd dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1987 | Page 105 |
11392 | but especially and principally his coming to Judgement, as may appear by the whole series of this Chapter and the next, wherein the Lord answers to the second question of the Disciples, viz. the signs and ••me of his coming; | but especially and principally his coming to Judgement, as may appear by the Whole series of this Chapter and the next, wherein the Lord answers to the second question of the Disciples, viz. the Signs and ••me of his coming; | cc-acp av-j cc av-j po31 n-vvg p-acp n1, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 cc dt ord, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2, n1 dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1989 | Page 105 |
11393 | i. e. his second coming, which is called his coming to judge the the world, &c. That there is and shall certainly be a Second coming of Christ to Iudgement. | i. e. his second coming, which is called his coming to judge the the world, etc. That there is and shall Certainly be a Second coming of christ to Judgement. | sy. sy. po31 ord n-vvg, r-crq vbz vvn po31 n-vvg pc-acp vvi dt dt n1, av cst pc-acp vbz cc vmb av-j vbi dt ord vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1989 | Page 105 |
11394 | This truth the prophets have foretold; | d n1 dt n2 vhb vvn; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1991 | Page 105 | |
11395 | Enoch, Iude 14. Solom•n, Eccles. 12. ult. Rom. 14. 11. with Isa. 45. 23. The Apostles have preached thus, | Enoch, Iude 14. Solom•n, Eccles. 12. ult. Rom. 14. 11. with Isaiah 45. 23. The Apostles have preached thus, | np1, np1 crd n1, np1 crd n1. np1 crd crd p-acp np1 crd crd dt n2 vhb vvn av, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1991 | Page 105 |
11396 | as 2. Cor. 5. 10, and it was ever in their eye, and the main part of their Ministry when they pressed people to believe in Christ as a King; | as 2. Cor. 5. 10, and it was ever in their eye, and the main part of their Ministry when they pressed people to believe in christ as a King; | c-acp crd np1 crd crd, cc pn31 vbds av p-acp po32 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 c-crq pns32 vvd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1991 | Page 105 |
11397 | where is he? He shall come, they tell the unbelieving world; | where is he? He shall come, they tell the unbelieving world; | q-crq vbz pns31? pns31 vmb vvi, pns32 vvb dt vvg n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1991 | Page 105 |
11398 | Angels also have published this, Act. 1. 11. and Devils beleive this, who are in their chains bound over to that day; | Angels also have published this, Act. 1. 11. and Devils believe this, who Are in their chains bound over to that day; | n2 av vhb vvn d, n1 crd crd cc n2 vvb d, r-crq vbr p-acp po32 n2 vvn a-acp p-acp d n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1991 | Page 105 |
11399 | and all the Saints have looked for this, 1 Thess 1. 〈 ◊ 〉 and hence promises of mercy at that time are made to such, Heb. 9. ult. And lastly, the consciences of many wicked people have confessed this; | and all the Saints have looked for this, 1 Thess 1. 〈 ◊ 〉 and hence promises of mercy At that time Are made to such, Hebrew 9. ult. And lastly, the Consciences of many wicked people have confessed this; | cc d dt n2 vhb vvn p-acp d, crd d crd 〈 sy 〉 cc av n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 vbr vvn p-acp d, np1 crd n1. cc ord, dt n2 pp-f d j n1 vhb vvn d; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1991 | Page 105 |
11400 | Paul preacheth of Iudgement to come, and Felix trembles, and Heb. 6. 5. divers felt the powers of the world to come, and by judgements on them have been made to know that he is the Lord. SECT. II. | Paul Preacheth of Judgement to come, and Felix trembles, and Hebrew 6. 5. diverse felt the Powers of the world to come, and by Judgments on them have been made to know that he is the Lord. SECT. II | np1 vvz pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, cc np1 vvz, cc np1 crd crd j j-vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp n2 p-acp pno32 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz dt n1. n1. crd | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1991 | Page 106 |
11460 | and hence Ioh. 5. 24. all judgement is committed to him, because he is the Son of Man. And though it be long, | and hence John 5. 24. all judgement is committed to him, Because he is the Son of Man. And though it be long, | cc av np1 crd crd d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc cs pn31 vbb j, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11401 | Quest. 1. BUt when shall the Lord Iesus come? Ans. In general, when all the E••ct are gathered under the wings of Christ; | Quest. 1. BUt when shall the Lord Iesus come? Ans. In general, when all the E••ct Are gathered under the wings of christ; | n1. crd p-acp q-crq vmb dt n1 np1 vvn? np1 p-acp n1, c-crq d dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1992 | Page 106 |
11402 | hence Matth. 24. 22. For the elects fake those days shall be shortned, i. e. an utter ruine of all had then come but for them; | hence Matthew 24. 22. For the elects fake those days shall be shortened, i. e. an utter ruin of all had then come but for them; | av np1 crd crd p-acp dt vvz n1 d n2 vmb vbi vvn, uh. sy. dt j n1 pp-f d vhd av vvn p-acp p-acp pno32; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1993 | Page 106 |
11403 | and therefore when they are once collected, the Lord will come; and hence in particular Judgements the Lord doth thus; | and Therefore when they Are once collected, the Lord will come; and hence in particular Judgments the Lord does thus; | cc av c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi; cc av p-acp j n2 dt n1 vdz av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1993 | Page 106 |
11404 | only a few Elect keep a whole land from being utterly wasted, |
only a few Elect keep a Whole land from being utterly wasted, Isaiah 6. ul•. 1 Cor. 15. 23, 24. First christ is quickened, i. e. | av-j dt d n1 vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp vbg av-j vvn, np1 crd n1. crd np1 crd crd, crd ord np1 vbz vvn, uh. sy. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1993 | Page 106 |
11405 | in soul and body raised, then those that are Christs at his coming, and then comes the end; | in soul and body raised, then those that Are Christ At his coming, and then comes the end; | p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn, av d cst vbr npg1 p-acp po31 n-vvg, cc av vvz dt n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1993 | Page 106 |
11406 | and hence the tares are spared, lest in pulling up them, the wheat also be plucked up. | and hence the tares Are spared, lest in pulling up them, the wheat also be plucked up. | cc av dt n2 vbr vvn, cs p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, dt n1 av vbi vvn a-acp. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1993 | Page 106 |
11407 | Now as for setting down the particular time, the Lord Jesus doth it not in this Chapter; | Now as for setting down the particular time, the Lord jesus does it not in this Chapter; | av c-acp p-acp vvg a-acp dt j n1, dt n1 np1 vdz pn31 xx p-acp d n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1994 | Page 106 |
11408 | onely gives some signs of it, by which we may give certain credit that it is not far off (as of the death of a crazy man) and there are two that are not yet accomplished. | only gives Some Signs of it, by which we may give certain credit that it is not Far off (as of the death of a crazy man) and there Are two that Are not yet accomplished. | av-j vvz d n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi j n1 cst pn31 vbz xx av-j a-acp (c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1) cc pc-acp vbr crd cst vbr xx av vvn. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1994 | Page 106 |
11409 | 1. The destroying of Antichrist, at least in the principal power of it, and throne of it. | 1. The destroying of Antichrist, At least in the principal power of it, and throne of it. | crd dt n-vvg pp-f np1, p-acp ds p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31, cc n1 pp-f pn31. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1995 | Page 106 |
11410 | 2. The calling of the Jews, Rom. 11. who must have a great day of it again; which dry bones shall live; | 2. The calling of the jews, Rom. 11. who must have a great day of it again; which dry bones shall live; | crd dt n-vvg pp-f dt np2, np1 crd r-crq vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f pn31 av; r-crq j n2 vmb vvi; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11411 | and their restoring a kinde of resurrection and life from the dead: | and their restoring a kind of resurrection and life from the dead: | cc po32 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11412 | Some have thought two thousand years before the Law, and under the Law, and under Christ; | some have Thought two thousand Years before the Law, and under the Law, and under christ; | d vhb vvn crd crd n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp np1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11413 | and then when these six days of a thousand years a piece are ended, comes the great Sabbath; | and then when these six days of a thousand Years a piece Are ended, comes the great Sabbath; | cc av c-crq d crd n2 pp-f dt crd n2 dt n1 vbr vvn, vvz dt j n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11414 | this is already proved to be false in the second two thousand years. | this is already proved to be false in the second two thousand Years. | d vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt ord crd crd n2. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11415 | In the Primitive times and Churches the Apostles, especially •ames and Peter, spake of the end of all things to be at hand, who writing to the scattered Jews had good reason to tell them of it, viz. the end of the Temple. | In the Primitive times and Churches the Apostles, especially •ames and Peter, spoke of the end of all things to be At hand, who writing to the scattered jews had good reason to tell them of it, viz. the end of the Temple. | p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 dt n2, av-j n2 cc np1, vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, r-crq vvg p-acp dt j-vvn np2 vhn j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f pn31, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11416 | Though Bar•••s to weaken the Authority of Scripture, thinks they spake only their own apprehensions; divers Christians thought then it was nigh; | Though Bar•••s to weaken the authority of Scripture, thinks they spoke only their own apprehensions; diverse Christians Thought then it was High; | cs vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz pns32 vvd av-j po32 d n2; j np1 vvd av pn31 vbds av-j; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11417 | and hence Paul 〈 ◊ 〉 them to beware of those thoughts, seeing much danger in them, 2 Thess. 2. 1, 2. And in succeeding ages, Tertullian expresseth the affection of the Christians to the Roman State, that they sought not the ruine of it, | and hence Paul 〈 ◊ 〉 them to beware of those thoughts, seeing much danger in them, 2 Thess 2. 1, 2. And in succeeding ages, Tertullian Expresses the affection of the Christians to the Roman State, that they sought not the ruin of it, | cc av np1 〈 sy 〉 pno32 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2, vvg d n1 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc p-acp j-vvg n2, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt njpg2 p-acp dt njp n1, cst pns32 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11418 | but prayed pro mor â finis, as fearing it was then coming upon the world for sin; | but prayed Pro mor â finis, as fearing it was then coming upon the world for since; | cc-acp vvd fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, p-acp vvg pn31 vbds av vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11419 | and so many Saints seeing wicked•ess abound, have thought that time is not far off; | and so many Saints seeing wicked•ess abound, have Thought that time is not Far off; | cc av d n2 vvg n1 vvi, vhb vvn d n1 vbz xx av-j a-acp; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11420 | but yet the times and seasons are not in our hands to know, Act. 1. 7. and that must quiet us, that come he will. SECT. III. | but yet the times and seasons Are not in our hands to know, Act. 1. 7. and that must quiet us, that come he will. SECT. III. | cc-acp av dt n2 cc n2 vbr xx p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi, n1 crd crd cc d vmb vvi pno12, cst vvb pns31 vmb. n1. np1. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1996 | Page 106 |
11421 | Quest. 2. WHere will he come to judge? Answ. Into this visible world again; | Quest. 2. WHere will he come to judge? Answer Into this visible world again; | n1. crd q-crq vmb pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi? np1 p-acp d j n1 av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1997 | Page 106 |
11422 | for if it should be in heaven, as no unclean thing shall come there, so we should then rather come to Christ to be judged, | for if it should be in heaven, as no unclean thing shall come there, so we should then rather come to christ to be judged, | c-acp cs pn31 vmd vbi p-acp n1, c-acp dx j n1 vmb vvi a-acp, av pns12 vmd av av-c vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvn, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 106 |
11423 | than for him to come to Judgement ▪ No, there is a second coming; | than for him to come to Judgement ▪ No, there is a second coming; | cs p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 ▪ uh-dx, pc-acp vbz dt ord vvg; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 106 |
11424 | that as his first was into this visible world, so shall his second, Act. 3. •1. | that as his First was into this visible world, so shall his second, Act. 3. •1. | cst p-acp po31 ord vbds p-acp d j n1, av vmb po31 ord, n1 crd n1. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 106 |
11425 | Wh•• the heavens must contain untill the time of the restitution of all things; and then shall he break out of heaven again for this work; | Wh•• the heavens must contain until the time of the restitution of all things; and then shall he break out of heaven again for this work; | np1 dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2; cc av vmb pns31 vvi av pp-f n1 av p-acp d n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 106 |
11426 | Now to what particular place in the world he shall come to judge is disputed on by many, especially some of the Schoolmen: | Now to what particular place in the world he shall come to judge is disputed on by many, especially Some of the Schoolmen: | av p-acp q-crq j n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d, av-j d pp-f dt n2: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 107 |
11427 | Some think that it shall be in Mount Calvary, where he was crucified; some in Mount Olivet, where he ascended; | some think that it shall be in Mount Calvary, where he was Crucified; Some in Mount Olivet, where he ascended; | d vvb cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn; d p-acp n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvd; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 107 |
11428 | others in the Valley of Iehosaphat, Ioel 3. 2. which as it cannot contain all people that ever were, | Others in the Valley of Jehoshaphat, Joel 3. 2. which as it cannot contain all people that ever were, | n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd r-crq p-acp pn31 vmbx vvi d n1 cst av vbdr, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 107 |
11429 | so the place only speaks of the terror of God against the enemies of his scattered Jews at their conversion; | so the place only speaks of the terror of God against the enemies of his scattered jews At their conversion; | av dt n1 av-j vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j-vvn np2 p-acp po32 n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 107 |
11430 | I would not be wise above what is written, all that I read most plainly of, is, 1 Thess. 4. 17, 18. That then we shall meet the Lord in the air; | I would not be wise above what is written, all that I read most plainly of, is, 1 Thess 4. 17, 18. That then we shall meet the Lord in the air; | pns11 vmd xx vbi j p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, d cst pns11 vvb av-ds av-j pp-f, vbz, crd np1 crd crd, crd cst av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 107 |
11431 | now how high, or where the Lords Throne shall be set, those things are not for us to enquire after, | now how high, or where the lords Throne shall be Set, those things Are not for us to inquire After, | av q-crq j, cc c-crq dt n2 n1 vmb vbi vvn, d n2 vbr xx p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 107 |
11432 | but so the Lord will order it, as that all Nations, all the dead, small and great shall stand before him and see him in one place; | but so the Lord will order it, as that all nations, all the dead, small and great shall stand before him and see him in one place; | cc-acp av dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, c-acp cst d n2, d dt j, j cc j vmb vvi p-acp pno31 cc vvb pno31 p-acp crd n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 107 |
11433 | which shall not be very low; where men have sinned, there they shall be judged; and hence as Judges have their Circuits; | which shall not be very low; where men have sinned, there they shall be judged; and hence as Judges have their Circuits; | r-crq vmb xx vbi av j; c-crq n2 vhb vvn, a-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn; cc av c-acp n2 vhb po32 n2; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 107 |
11434 | so men having sinned in this world, shall be judged here. SECT. IV. Quest. 4. HOw will he come to judge? | so men having sinned in this world, shall be judged Here. SECT. IV. Quest. 4. HOw will he come to judge? | av n2 vhg vvn p-acp d n1, vmb vbi vvn av. n1. np1 n1. crd q-crq vmb pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi? | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 1998 | Page 107 |
11435 | Answ. He shall come in power and great glory, Matth. 24. 30. As first, The glory of the Father, Matth. 16. 27. the brightness of his Diety, his infinite wisdom was hid in the dark lanthorn of his humanity, | Answer He shall come in power and great glory, Matthew 24. 30. As First, The glory of the Father, Matthew 16. 27. the brightness of his Diety, his infinite Wisdom was hid in the dark lantern of his humanity, | np1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc j n1, np1 crd crd p-acp ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 j n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2000 | Page 107 |
11436 | but then he shall appear, as 'tis said, Rom. 1. 4. manifested to be the Son of God by his Resurrection, | but then he shall appear, as it's said, Rom. 1. 4. manifested to be the Son of God by his Resurrection, | cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, np1 crd crd vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2000 | Page 107 |
11437 | so then much more when he comes to raise the world, all the world shall see his power, wisdom, greatness then. | so then much more when he comes to raise the world, all the world shall see his power, Wisdom, greatness then. | av av av-d av-dc c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, d dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, n1, n1 av. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2000 | Page 107 |
11438 | Secondly, All his mighty Angels with him, Matth. 16. 27. all shall be there, so that heaven shall be left empty; | Secondly, All his mighty Angels with him, Matthew 16. 27. all shall be there, so that heaven shall be left empty; | ord, d po31 j n2 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd d vmb vbi a-acp, av d n1 vmb vbi vvn j; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2001 | Page 107 |
11439 | a thousand times ten thousand ▪ shall then minister unto him; and you know how gloriously the Lord made the Angels shine at Christs Resurrection. | a thousand times ten thousand ▪ shall then minister unto him; and you know how gloriously the Lord made the Angels shine At Christ Resurrection. | dt crd n2 crd crd ▪ vmb av vvi p-acp pno31; cc pn22 vvb c-crq av-j dt n1 vvd dt n2 vvb p-acp npg1 n1. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2001 | Page 107 |
11440 | Thirdly, With the voyce of the Arch-Angel and the trump of God, and with a shout, 1 Thess. 4. 16. He shall descend with a shout, i. e. | Thirdly, With the voice of the Arch-Angel and the trump of God, and with a shout, 1 Thess 4. 16. He shall descend with a shout, i. e. | ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, uh. sy. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2002 | Page 107 |
11441 | of joy to the Saints, as in the day of victory and triumph of God; as at giving the Law the Trumpet did blow to work dread and terror then, so now. | of joy to the Saints, as in the day of victory and triumph of God; as At giving the Law the Trumpet did blow to work dread and terror then, so now. | pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; c-acp p-acp vvg dt n1 dt n1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 av, av av. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2002 | Page 107 |
11442 | Fourthly, With burning and consuming of the world, 2 Pet. 3. 7. 2 Thess. 1. | Fourthly, With burning and consuming of the world, 2 Pet. 3. 7. 2 Thess 1. | ord, p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2003 | Page 107 |
11443 | Fifthly, Raising and call•ng all the dead before him, small and great, good and bad, in earth and sea, | Fifthly, Raising and call•ng all the dead before him, small and great, good and bad, in earth and sea, | ord, vvg cc vvg d dt j p-acp pno31, j cc j, j cc j, p-acp n1 cc n1, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2004 | Page 107 |
11444 | and that in a moment it shall not be a long work, 1 Cor. 15. 52. and thus the Lord shall appear at this day, that as he came before with baseness, | and that in a moment it shall not be a long work, 1 Cor. 15. 52. and thus the Lord shall appear At this day, that as he Come before with baseness, | cc cst p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb xx vbi dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd cc av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cst c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2004 | Page 107 |
11445 | so he shall now come in glory, and nothing then shall have any glory but himself, | so he shall now come in glory, and nothing then shall have any glory but himself, | av pns31 vmb av vvi p-acp n1, cc pix av vmb vhi d n1 p-acp px31, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2004 | Page 107 |
11446 | and those that are his, because he will damp all the glory of the world; | and those that Are his, Because he will damp all the glory of the world; | cc d cst vbr po31, c-acp pns31 vmb n-jn d dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2004 | Page 107 |
11447 | and thus sitting in the clouds in a Throne of glory, he shall judge, i. e. examine, convince, and condemn; | and thus sitting in the Clouds in a Throne of glory, he shall judge, i. e. examine, convince, and condemn; | cc av vvg p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi, sy. sy. vvb, vvi, cc vvi; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2004 | Page 107 |
11448 | examine all secrets, and convict men of their evils, and then condemn them and pass sentence upon the wicked, and grace to his Saints; | examine all secrets, and convict men of their evils, and then condemn them and pass sentence upon the wicked, and grace to his Saints; | vvb d n2-jn, cc vvn n2 pp-f po32 n2-jn, cc av vvb pno32 cc vvi n1 p-acp dt j, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2004 | Page 107 |
11449 | the Saints examinations, and all their duties and actings for God opened, and that all the world that censured them may see then the infinite wisdom and love of God in his people, in making and keeping them sincere. SECT. V. | the Saints examinations, and all their duties and actings for God opened, and that all the world that censured them may see then the infinite Wisdom and love of God in his people, in making and keeping them sincere. SECT. V. | dt n2 n2, cc d po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1 vvd, cc cst d dt n1 cst vvn pno32 vmb vvi av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg pno32 j. n1. n1 | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2004 | Page 107 |
11450 | Quest. 4. VVHy will he come? | Quest. 4. Why will he come? | n1. crd q-crq vmb pns31 vvi? | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2005 | Page 108 |
11451 | Answ. 1. If it was only for his peoples sake, for their perfect redemption, and refreshing, there were reason enough for it; | Answer 1. If it was only for his peoples sake, for their perfect redemption, and refreshing, there were reason enough for it; | np1 crd cs pn31 vbds av-j p-acp po31 ng1 n1, p-acp po32 j n1, cc vvg, pc-acp vbdr n1 av-d p-acp pn31; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2006 | Page 108 |
11452 | hence it is called a day of redemption, and a time of refreshing; here they are captived under miseries, | hence it is called a day of redemption, and a time of refreshing; Here they Are captived under misery's, | av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg; av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2006 | Page 108 |
11453 | and sadded by them under sin, Satan, world, but then they shall be redeemed: Now that it shall be so; | and sadded by them under since, Satan, world, but then they shall be redeemed: Now that it shall be so; | cc vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, np1, n1, cc-acp cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn: av cst pn31 vmb vbi av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2006 | Page 108 |
11454 | First, He hath come already to redeem his people from sin, which is the greatest evil, | First, He hath come already to Redeem his people from since, which is the greatest evil, | ord, pns31 vhz vvn av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt js n-jn, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11455 | and which redemption w•s performed by his blood; now if he hath redeemed from the greatest evil, viz. Sin; | and which redemption w•s performed by his blood; now if he hath redeemed from the greatest evil, viz. since; | cc r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1; av cs pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt js n-jn, n1 n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11456 | then from Corruption, then from Death, and Satan, &c. If he once came by blood and baseness, | then from Corruption, then from Death, and Satan, etc. If he once Come by blood and baseness, | av p-acp n1, av p-acp n1, cc np1, av cs pns31 a-acp vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11457 | then he will come in glory and greatness; | then he will come in glory and greatness; | cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11458 | if he came through fire to them, then he will come through fair ways to them; | if he Come through fire to them, then he will come through fair ways to them; | cs pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp pno32; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11459 | if by death to them, then by life to them; | if by death to them, then by life to them; | cs p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, av p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11461 | yet surely he will, he must come, especially seeing himself hath perfectly redeemed his people, and is now himself exalted above all: | yet surely he will, he must come, especially seeing himself hath perfectly redeemed his people, and is now himself exalted above all: | av av-j pns31 vmb, pns31 vmb vvi, av-j vvg px31 vhz av-j vvn po31 n1, cc vbz av px31 vvn p-acp d: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11462 | A man that hath been in prison himself, with his poor brethre• that are left there still, the price of their redemption being paid, | A man that hath been in prison himself, with his poor brethre• that Are left there still, the price of their redemption being paid, | dt n1 cst vhz vbn p-acp n1 px31, p-acp po31 j n1 cst vbr vvn a-acp av, dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbg vvn, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11463 | and there being nothing for their delivera•ce wanting, but one to fetch them, if none help, he will do it alone: So here. | and there being nothing for their delivera•ce wanting, but one to fetch them, if none help, he will do it alone: So Here. | cc a-acp vbg pix p-acp po32 n1 vvg, cc-acp pi pc-acp vvi pno32, cs pix vvb, pns31 vmb vdi pn31 av-j: av av. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2007 | Page 108 |
11464 | Secondly, in regard of the Justice of God, that that may be cleared before the eyes of all the world; | Secondly, in regard of the justice of God, that that may be cleared before the eyes of all the world; | ord, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2008 | Page 108 |
11465 | men sin now, and are not punished; but flourish, and the Saints are grieved; every man sees patience, bounty, long•sufferance exercised; | men sin now, and Are not punished; but flourish, and the Saints Are grieved; every man sees patience, bounty, long•sufferance exercised; | n2 vvb av, cc vbr xx vvn; cc-acp vvb, cc dt n2 vbr vvn; d n1 vvz n1, n1, n1 vvn; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2008 | Page 108 |
11466 | but the wrath of God against the least sins is not yet made known; there must therefore be a day to declare it, and the equity of it. | but the wrath of God against the least Sins is not yet made known; there must Therefore be a day to declare it, and the equity of it. | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ds n2 vbz xx av vvn vvn; pc-acp vmb av vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2008 | Page 108 |
11467 | Thirdly, In regard of the Wisdom of God: | Thirdly, In regard of the Wisdom of God: | ord, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2009 | Page 108 |
11468 | Look in all Commonwealths well governed in the world, and we shall not finde any but they have Court days, | Look in all Commonwealths well governed in the world, and we shall not find any but they have Court days, | vvb p-acp d n2 av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vmb xx vvi d cc-acp pns32 vhb n1 n2, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2009 | Page 108 |
11469 | and their Petty Sessions, and great Assizes, as in Israel; for to what extremity of wickness would places come to else? so here; | and their Petty Sessions, and great Assizes, as in Israel; for to what extremity of wickness would places come to Else? so Here; | cc po32 j n2, cc j n2, c-acp p-acp np1; p-acp p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmd n2 vvi p-acp av? av av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2009 | Page 108 |
11470 | Shall the wise Governor of the world never have a day of hearing and trying causes? hath he no care? others are but in his room under him till that time: | Shall the wise Governor of the world never have a day of hearing and trying Causes? hath he no care? Others Are but in his room under him till that time: | vmb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 av-x vhb dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg n2? vhz pns31 dx n1? n2-jn vbr p-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2009 | Page 108 |
11471 | neither is it enough to say that there is Judgement of death ▪ Answ. That is only Christs judging the soul in private either to his shame or glory before Christ; | neither is it enough to say that there is Judgement of death ▪ Answer That is only Christ judging the soul in private either to his shame or glory before christ; | av-dx vbz pn31 d pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 ▪ np1 cst vbz j npg1 vvg dt n1 p-acp j av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2009 | Page 108 |
11472 | but the body is to be judged as well as the soul, to shame before men, | but the body is to be judged as well as the soul, to shame before men, | cc-acp dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp av c-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2009 | Page 108 |
11473 | or glory before all the world. Fourthly, In regard of Christ's soveraignty and excellency; | or glory before all the world. Fourthly, In regard of Christ's sovereignty and excellency; | cc n1 p-acp d dt n1. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2009 | Page 108 |
11474 | the coming of Christ is called his Kingdom, 2 Tim. 4. 1. Why, doth not Christ rule now in the world? Yes, | the coming of christ is called his Kingdom, 2 Tim. 4. 1. Why, does not christ Rule now in the world? Yes, | dt n-vvg pp-f np1 vbz vvn po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd uh-crq, vdz xx np1 vvi av p-acp dt n1? uh, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11475 | but it is in the midst of his enemies; his enemies rule and he rules also; | but it is in the midst of his enemies; his enemies Rule and he rules also; | cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; po31 n2 vvi cc pns31 vvz av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11476 | but there must a time come that no enemies must rule, but Christ alone ▪ and this is his kingdom in a most illustrious manner; | but there must a time come that no enemies must Rule, but christ alone ▪ and this is his Kingdom in a most illustrious manner; | cc-acp a-acp vmb dt n1 vvb cst dx n2 vmb vvi, cc-acp np1 j ▪ cc d vbz po31 n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11477 | for the things of Christ are said to be with us, when they do in a special manner appear; | for the things of christ Are said to be with us, when they do in a special manner appear; | p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12, c-crq pns32 vdb p-acp dt j n1 vvi; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11478 | as the coming of his Spirit, and his love, so his Kingdom; now Christ must reign till all his enemies are put under foot; | as the coming of his Spirit, and his love, so his Kingdom; now christ must Reign till all his enemies Are put under foot; | c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 n1, av po31 n1; av np1 vmb vvi p-acp d po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11479 | for it is not fit he should lose his Kingdom; | for it is not fit he should loose his Kingdom; | c-acp pn31 vbz xx j pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11480 | hath the Lord suffered others to reign and rule, and himself to be hid, and his glory lost, | hath the Lord suffered Others to Reign and Rule, and himself to be hid, and his glory lost, | vhz dt n1 vvd n2-jn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11521 | we think the wicked shall have all their secrets laid open, but the Saints come not into condemnation; | we think the wicked shall have all their secrets laid open, but the Saints come not into condemnation; | pns12 vvb dt j vmb vhi d po32 n2-jn vvn j, cc-acp dt n2 vvb xx p-acp n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11481 | and that so long? and will he never return to his Kingdom to be glorious, there to reap all his glory that he hath lost by all his enemies in the world? Was there ever King that would ever endure one generation of Rebels after another, | and that so long? and will he never return to his Kingdom to be glorious, there to reap all his glory that he hath lost by all his enemies in the world? Was there ever King that would ever endure one generation of Rebels After Another, | cc cst av av-j? cc vmb pns31 av-x vvi p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j, a-acp pc-acp vvi d po31 n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp dt n1? vbds a-acp av n1 cst vmd av vvi crd n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j-jn, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11482 | and never make himself sole Sovereign? however Man may suffer it, yet the Lord will not, he must reign. | and never make himself sole Sovereign? however Man may suffer it, yet the Lord will not, he must Reign. | cc av-x vvi px31 j n-jn? c-acp n1 vmb vvi pn31, av dt n1 vmb xx, pns31 vmb vvi. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11483 | And wherefore doth Christ reign? It is to trample 〈 ◊ 〉 under foot, his and his peoples enemies; | And Wherefore does christ Reign? It is to trample 〈 ◊ 〉 under foot, his and his peoples enemies; | cc q-crq vdz np1 vvi? pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi 〈 sy 〉 p-acp n1, po31 cc po31 ng1 n2; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 108 |
11484 | Christ sets death his enemy, to destroy his enemies, and keep them as in a Goal; | christ sets death his enemy, to destroy his enemies, and keep them as in a Goal; | np1 vvz n1 po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 109 |
11485 | but afterward Christ will call them forth, and pass an irreversible doom upon them. SECT. VI. SEE therefore and believe the truth of this Point as well as hear it: | but afterwards christ will call them forth, and pass an irreversible doom upon them. SECT. VI. SEE Therefore and believe the truth of this Point as well as hear it: | cc-acp av np1 vmb vvi pno32 av, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32. n1. crd. vvb av cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 c-acp av c-acp vvi pn31: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2010 | Page 109 |
11486 | At the First coming of christ, Hebrew 11. 13. they did thus, saw the Promises afar off, and embraced them; so see it afar off: | p-acp dt ord n-vvg pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pns32 vdd av, vvd dt vvz av a-acp, cc vvd pno32; av vvb pn31 av a-acp: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2011 | Page 109 | |
11487 | There be divers people that profess this truth that do not fully believe it; for if they did, they would never live as they do: | There be diverse people that profess this truth that do not Fully believe it; for if they did, they would never live as they do: | pc-acp vbi j n1 cst vvb d n1 cst vdb xx av-j vvi pn31; c-acp cs pns32 vdd, pns32 vmd av-x vvi c-acp pns32 vdb: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2011 | Page 109 |
11488 | That look as men that know the Judge rides Circuit within half a year, dare not commit any open sins; | That look as men that know the Judge rides Circuit within half a year, Dare not commit any open Sins; | cst n1 c-acp n2 cst vvb dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp j-jn dt n1, vvb xx vvi d j n2; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2011 | Page 109 |
11489 | so if you believed this, you would make conscience of secret sins which this Judge shall judge. | so if you believed this, you would make conscience of secret Sins which this Judge shall judge. | av cs pn22 vvd d, pn22 vmd vvi n1 pp-f j-jn n2 r-crq d n1 vmb vvi. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2011 | Page 109 |
11490 | Others there be that do believe it as they do reports that every man saith, | Others there be that do believe it as they do reports that every man Says, | ng2-jn pc-acp vbi d vdb vvi pn31 c-acp pns32 vdb n2 cst d n1 vvz, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11491 | but they do not see that really to be true indeed, which their hearts literally believe; | but they do not see that really to be true indeed, which their hearts literally believe; | cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi cst av-j pc-acp vbi j av, r-crq po32 n2 av-j vvb; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11492 | and hence mens hearts are not a whit moved with grief, or sorrow, or joy, or fear at the remembrance of this day. | and hence men's hearts Are not a whit moved with grief, or sorrow, or joy, or Fear At the remembrance of this day. | cc av ng2 n2 vbr xx dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11493 | For as it is with us in reports of news out of Germany, many hear things, | For as it is with us in reports of news out of Germany, many hear things, | p-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 av pp-f np1, d vvb n2, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11494 | but are not affected with their misery, because they do not see it acted before their eyes; God presents not their sorrows; | but Are not affected with their misery, Because they do not see it acted before their eyes; God presents not their sorrows; | cc-acp vbr xx vvn p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 vvd p-acp po32 n2; np1 vvz xx po32 n2; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11495 | and hence they are not moved; but when they do see them acted, then they are moved much; so here. | and hence they Are not moved; but when they do see them acted, then they Are moved much; so Here. | cc av pns32 vbr xx vvn; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vdb vvi pno32 vvd, cs pns32 vbr vvn av-d; av av. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11496 | Look as it is with a man awake and in sleep; a man awake believes the day of Judgement, and never stirs; | Look as it is with a man awake and in sleep; a man awake believes the day of Judgement, and never stirs; | n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 j cc p-acp n1; dt n1 j vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-x vvz; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11497 | but when asleep he dreams of it, and is much affected with that because he sees it acted before his eyes; | but when asleep he dreams of it, and is much affected with that Because he sees it acted before his eyes; | cc-acp c-crq j pns31 vvz pp-f pn31, cc vbz av-d vvn p-acp d c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 vvn p-acp po31 n2; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11498 | much more when men have not dreams but real visions or sight of it, it will affect: | much more when men have not dreams but real visions or sighed of it, it will affect: | av-d av-dc c-crq n2 vhb xx n2 p-acp j n2 cc n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vmb vvi: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11499 | And hence set, painted fire before a Malefactor, it affects not, but shew him really it wherein he must be burnt, now it amazeth him; | And hence Set, painted fire before a Malefactor, it affects not, but show him really it wherein he must be burned, now it amazes him; | cc av vvd, j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz xx, cc-acp vvb pno31 av-j pn31 c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn, av pn31 vvz pno31; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11500 | and hence 2 Pet. 2. 11, 12, 14. looking for; and hence Peter saith what manner of persons ought we to be ! | and hence 2 Pet. 2. 11, 12, 14. looking for; and hence Peter Says what manner of Persons ought we to be! | cc av crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvg p-acp; cc av np1 vvz r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi! | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11501 | and whereever there is Faith, thus it will be, Heb. 11. 1. it makes things absent present, and things unseen evident. | and wherever there is Faith, thus it will be, Hebrew 11. 1. it makes things absent present, and things unseen evident. | cc c-crq pc-acp vbz n1, av pn31 vmb vbi, np1 crd crd pn31 vvz n2 j n1, cc n2 j j. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2012 | Page 109 |
11502 | Oh that God would shew you this truth, you young men, Eccles. 11. 9. you would not spend time vainly, but know God: | O that God would show you this truth, you young men, Eccles. 11. 9. you would not spend time vainly, but know God: | uh cst np1 vmd vvi pn22 d n1, pn22 j n2, np1 crd crd pn22 vmd xx vvi n1 av-j, cc-acp vvb np1: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2013 | Page 109 |
11503 | You aged men whose hearts are rooted in this world, Oh know that God will come and burn up your delights; | You aged men whose hearts Are rooted in this world, O know that God will come and burn up your delights; | pn22 j-vvn n2 rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, uh vvb cst np1 vmb vvi cc vvi a-acp po22 n2; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2013 | Page 109 |
11504 | will you never see this day and fear it before you see it, and mourn because of it! | will you never see this day and Fear it before you see it, and mourn Because of it! | vmb pn22 av-x vvi d n1 cc vvb pn31 p-acp pn22 vvb pn31, cc vvi c-acp pp-f pn31! | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2013 | Page 109 |
11505 | Oh take heed of rash judging and condemning, |
O take heed of rash judging and condemning, and suspecting, and censuring other men: | uh vvb n1 pp-f j n-vvg cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg j-jn n2: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2014 | Page 109 |
11506 | In Pauls time Rom. 14. 10. one Brother in a Church there judged another about indifferent things in a Christ-like manner, | In Paul's time Rom. 14. 10. one Brother in a Church there judged Another about indifferent things in a Christlike manner, | p-acp npg1 n1 np1 crd crd crd n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd j-jn p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2014 | Page 109 |
11507 | as if he had no Grace, &c. You shall stand before Christs Iudgement Seat, saith Paul ▪ and hence Paul, 1 Cor. 4. 3, 4, 5. accounts little of mans Judgement, | as if he had no Grace, etc. You shall stand before Christ Judgement Seat, Says Paul ▪ and hence Paul, 1 Cor. 4. 3, 4, 5. accounts little of men Judgement, | c-acp cs pns31 vhd dx n1, av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp npg1 n1 n1, vvz np1 ▪ cc av np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd n2 j pp-f ng1 n1, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2014 | Page 109 |
11508 | and bids them judge nothing, &c. What if Christ find that to be a lye which thou judgest to be true. | and bids them judge nothing, etc. What if christ find that to be a lie which thou Judges to be true. | cc vvz pno32 vvi pix, av q-crq cs np1 vvb cst pc-acp vbi dt n1 r-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vbi j. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2014 | Page 109 |
11509 | Many of Gods Servants lie under hard thoughts and speeches in private, not only from Enemies abroad, but from inhabitants at home; | Many of God's Servants lie under hard thoughts and Speeches in private, not only from Enemies abroad, but from inhabitants At home; | d pp-f npg1 n2 vvb p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp j, xx av-j p-acp n2 av, cc-acp p-acp n2 p-acp n1-an; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2015 | Page 109 |
11510 | men out of the Church censuring and judging of Members; men in the Church, one of another, especially if they take to a side; | men out of the Church censuring and judging of Members; men in the Church, one of Another, especially if they take to a side; | n2 av pp-f dt n1 vvg cc vvg pp-f n2; n2 p-acp dt n1, crd pp-f n-jn, av-j cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2015 | Page 109 |
11511 | The Lord will discover hard speeches, and an edition of all your hard thoughts put out in print at the last day: | The Lord will discover hard Speeches, and an edition of all your hard thoughts put out in print At the last day: | dt n1 vmb vvi j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d po22 j n2 vvd av p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2015 | Page 109 |
11512 | This breaks love, this breaks Church-fellowship, and is the cause of breache• in this Country. Oh take heed of an hypocritical heart; | This breaks love, this breaks Church fellowship, and is the cause of breache• in this Country. O take heed of an hypocritical heart; | d vvz n1, d vvz n1, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. uh vvb n1 pp-f dt j n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2015 | Page 109 |
11513 | if the Lord should come to judge according to the seeing of the eyes of the outward man, | cs dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 | |
11514 | then well were it with many; but when the secrets of the hearts shall be judged it will be terrible; | then well were it with many; but when the secrets of the hearts shall be judged it will be terrible; | cs av vbdr pn31 p-acp d; cc-acp c-crq dt n2-jn pp-f dt n2 vmb vbi vvn pn31 vmb vbi j; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11515 | if there should never be a calling over of things again, happy were it for many, | if there should never be a calling over of things again, happy were it for many, | cs pc-acp vmd av vbi dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f n2 av, j vbdr pn31 p-acp d, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11516 | but 'tis otherwise, 2 Cor. 5. 10. Paul sought only to please the Lord, for we must all appear, &c. Civil men if they can carry it so as men may not say hurt of them, they think 'tis well; | but it's otherwise, 2 Cor. 5. 10. Paul sought only to please the Lord, for we must all appear, etc. Civil men if they can carry it so as men may not say hurt of them, they think it's well; | cc-acp pn31|vbz av, crd np1 crd crd np1 vvd av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp pns12 vmb d vvi, av j n2 cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp n2 vmb xx vvi n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vvb pn31|vbz av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11517 | Hypocrites if they can maintain a name of Religion, so as they may maintain their interest in good mens hearts, it is well; | Hypocrites if they can maintain a name of Religion, so as they may maintain their Interest in good men's hearts, it is well; | n2 cs pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp j ng2 n2, pn31 vbz av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11518 | if they get some enlargement in duties, that they are commen••• of them, well; | if they get Some enlargement in duties, that they Are commen••• of them, well; | cs pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp n2, cst pns32 vbr n1 pp-f pno32, av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11519 | if they can get so much mercy as to get the Lord to accept of Christs righteousness for them, it is well; | if they can get so much mercy as to get the Lord to accept of Christ righteousness for them, it is well; | cs pns32 vmb vvi av d n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11520 | but saith Paul, We laborto be accepted of him. I am perswaded godly men do not think of this; | but Says Paul, We laborto be accepted of him. I am persuaded godly men do not think of this; | cc-acp vvz np1, pns12 fw-it vbi vvn pp-f pno31. pns11 vbm vvn j n2 vdb xx vvi pp-f d; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11522 | 'tis true not of wrath, but of trial, so as that their righteousness shall be laid open to all, to their glory at the great day, 1 Pet. 1. 6, 7. And therefore get that life which Christ himself may commend; | it's true not of wrath, but of trial, so as that their righteousness shall be laid open to all, to their glory At the great day, 1 Pet. 1. 6, 7. And Therefore get that life which christ himself may commend; | pn31|vbz j xx pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1, av c-acp cst po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp d, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc av vvb d n1 r-crq np1 px31 vmb vvi; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11523 | that as Christ said, I have not found such faith in Isr•el: | that as christ said, I have not found such faith in Isr•el: | cst c-acp np1 vvd, pns11 vhb xx vvn d n1 p-acp n1: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11524 | So here, when thou hast spoken a good word, repeated a Sermon, spent a Sabbath, ask thy heart, is this worth shewing to all the world? that though at be vile, | So Here, when thou hast spoken a good word, repeated a Sermon, spent a Sabbath, ask thy heart, is this worth showing to all the world? that though At be vile, | av av, c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn dt j n1, vvd dt n1, vvd dt n1, vvb po21 n1, vbz d n1 vvg p-acp d dt n1? cst cs p-acp vbi j, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11525 | yet Christ himself will commend this? Oh you will finde only acting for him will commend the act, Mat. 25. 40. there is that needlework, | yet christ himself will commend this? O you will find only acting for him will commend the act, Mathew 25. 40. there is that needlework, | av np1 px31 vmb vvi d? uh pn22 vmb vvi av-j vvg p-acp pno31 vmb vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd a-acp vbz d n1, | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11526 | and golden Arras of Holiness which is lapt up in the Saints, that Christ will open before all the world another day. | and golden Arras of Holiness which is leapt up in the Saints, that christ will open before all the world Another day. | cc j n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2, cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 j-jn n1. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2016 | Page 110 |
11527 | Oh therefore repent, |
O Therefore Repent, Act. 17. 31. Paul tells them times passed were spent in ignorance without God, time to come was a time of Judgement and wrath of God against all since; O then Repent: | uh av vvb, n1 crd crd np1 vvz pno32 n2 vvn vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, n1 pc-acp vvi vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1; uh av vvi: | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2017 | Page 110 |
11528 | Mourn for all wrongs done against Christ: You will ••il then, if you take not your season now; | Mourn for all wrongs done against christ: You will ••il then, if you take not your season now; | vvb p-acp d n2-jn vdn p-acp np1: pn22 vmb vvi av, cs pn22 vvb xx po22 n1 av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2017 | Page 110 |
11529 | mourn therefore for time past, and for time to come agree with him; | mourn Therefore for time past, and for time to come agree with him; | vvb av p-acp n1 j, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi vvi p-acp pno31; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2017 | Page 110 |
11530 | now he sits on a throne of Mercy in Heaven if thou wouldst not be put to shame; | now he sits on a throne of Mercy in Heaven if thou Wouldst not be put to shame; | av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cs pns21 vmd2 xx vbi vvn p-acp n1; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2017 | Page 110 |
11531 | then, Oh be ashamed for all sins now; if not judged then, then condemn and judge thy self now; | then, O be ashamed for all Sins now; if not judged then, then condemn and judge thy self now; | av, uh vbb j p-acp d n2 av; cs xx vvn av, av vvb cc vvi po21 n1 av; | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2017 | Page 110 |
11532 | the Lord looks for no more; Oh welcome him as King into thy heart as his Kingdom. | the Lord looks for no more; O welcome him as King into thy heart as his Kingdom. | dt n1 vvz p-acp dx dc; uh vvb pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp po31 n1. | (43) chapter (DIV2) | 2017 | Page 110 |
11533 | CHAP. XVII. Of Christs coming as a Bridegroom to his own. SECT. I. | CHAP. XVII. Of Christ coming as a Bridegroom to his own. SECT. I. | np1 np1. pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 d. n1. np1 | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2017 | Page 110 |
11534 | THat the Lord Iesus Christ shall come as a Bridegroom to his 〈 ◊ 〉 people, |
THat the Lord Iesus christ shall come as a Bridegroom to his 〈 ◊ 〉 people, At his Second coming; that as it is said of the Sun, •• arises as a Bridegroom out of his chamber, and Rejoiceth etc. so will the Lord arise upon the world At this day, Psalm 19. 5. This Point will be cleared and proved by opening the several Degrees wherein he will manifest himself to be a Bridegroom then to his people; | cst dt n1 np1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 〈 sy 〉 n1, p-acp po31 ord n-vvg; cst p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, •• vvz p-acp dt n1 av pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz av av vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd d n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp vvg dt j n2 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 av p-acp po31 n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2018 | Page 110 |
11535 | not but that Christ is a Bridegroom to his people now, but then he shall be so also in a more eminent manner, | not but that christ is a Bridegroom to his people now, but then he shall be so also in a more eminent manner, | xx p-acp cst np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 av, cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vbi av av p-acp dt av-dc j n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2019 | Page 111 |
11536 | and then the perfect accomplishment of all. | and then the perfect accomplishment of all. | cc av dt j n1 pp-f d. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2019 | Page 111 |
11537 | First then, the•re shall be a personal meeting between his Spouse and himself, as it is in mariage; | First then, the•re shall be a personal meeting between his Spouse and himself, as it is in marriage; | ord av, av vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc px31, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2020 | Page 111 |
11538 | before the mariage i• consummated, there are the friends of the Bridegroom and Spokesmen, and he sends letters and tokens, but then he comes himself; | before the marriage i• consummated, there Are the Friends of the Bridegroom and Spokesmen, and he sends letters and tokens, but then he comes himself; | p-acp dt n1 n1 vvn, pc-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n2, cc pns31 vvz n2 cc n2, cc-acp cs pns31 vvz px31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2020 | Page 111 |
11539 | so here Christ sends his Spokesmen, 2 Cor. 11. 2. and his word and spiritual refreshings; | so Here christ sends his Spokesmen, 2 Cor. 11. 2. and his word and spiritual refreshings; | av av np1 vvz po31 n2, crd np1 crd crd cc png31 n1 cc j n2-vvg; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2020 | Page 111 |
11540 | but when this time comes, he appears himself in person, and both meet in person; | but when this time comes, he appears himself in person, and both meet in person; | cc-acp c-crq d n1 vvz, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp n1, cc av-d vvi p-acp n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2020 | Page 111 |
11541 | 1 Th•ss. 4. 16, 17. here we meet the Lord spiritually in his Ordinances, but then visibly in the clouds; | 1 Th•ss. 4. 16, 17. Here we meet the Lord spiritually in his Ordinances, but then visibly in the Clouds; | crd vvi. crd crd, crd av pns12 vvb dt n1 av-j p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp av av-j p-acp dt n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2020 | Page 111 |
11542 | while we live in this world, it is a time of parting, 2 Cor. 5. 8. and when we come to dye, in respect of the whole man, it is so also; | while we live in this world, it is a time of parting, 2 Cor. 5. 8. and when we come to die, in respect of the Whole man, it is so also; | cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg, crd np1 crd crd cc q-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pn31 vbz av av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2020 | Page 111 |
11543 | but then the whole man shall meet him; these eyes shall see him, and those arms shall imbrace him; | but then the Whole man shall meet him; these eyes shall see him, and those arms shall embrace him; | cc-acp cs dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno31; d n2 vmb vvi pno31, cc d n2 vmb vvi pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2020 | Page 111 |
11544 | you are left as Orphans here in this world alone; it will not alway be thus, for there is a time of meeting. | you Are left as Orphans Here in this world alone; it will not always be thus, for there is a time of meeting. | pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n2 av p-acp d n1 av-j; pn31 vmb xx av vbi av, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2020 | Page 111 |
11545 | Secondly, Then all deformities shall be taken away from his people, and he shall adorn his Bride in perfect beauty; | Secondly, Then all deformities shall be taken away from his people, and he shall adorn his Bride in perfect beauty; | ord, cs d n2 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp j n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11546 | for this is one part of Christs con•ugal love to his Spouse and People, Ephes. 5. 25. different from other Husbands, who finde but do not make them beautiful; | for this is one part of Christ con•ugal love to his Spouse and People, Ephesians 5. 25. different from other Husbands, who find but do not make them beautiful; | p-acp d vbz crd n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd j p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq vvb p-acp vdb xx vvi pno32 j; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11547 | for if the Lord should meet his people, and they him with their deformities, they would do it unwillingly and with shame: | for if the Lord should meet his people, and they him with their deformities, they would do it unwillingly and with shame: | c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc pns32 pno31 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vmd vdi pn31 av-j cc p-acp n1: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11548 | as in this life why are Saints unwilling yet to be with the Lord? viz. because there be so many deformities and spots abiding on the Spouse; | as in this life why Are Saints unwilling yet to be with the Lord? viz. Because there be so many deformities and spots abiding on the Spouse; | c-acp p-acp d n1 q-crq vbr n2 j av pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1? n1 c-acp pc-acp vbi av d n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11549 | sometimes the soul would not have Christ, and such a heart too, though he offers himself to it; | sometime the soul would not have christ, and such a heart too, though he offers himself to it; | av dt n1 vmd xx vhi np1, cc d dt n1 av, cs pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pn31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11550 | Lord depart, I am a sin•ul man, Luk. 5. 8. Oh but then all deformities shall be removed; | Lord depart, I am a sin•ul man, Luk. 5. 8. O but then all deformities shall be removed; | n1 vvi, pns11 vbm dt j n1, np1 crd crd uh p-acp av d n2 vmb vbi vvn; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11551 | Phil. 3. ult. Who shall change our vile bodies, not destroy them; and make them like his glorious body, which shines brighter than the Sun: | Philip 3. ult. Who shall change our vile bodies, not destroy them; and make them like his glorious body, which shines Brighter than the Sun: | np1 crd n1. q-crq vmb vvi po12 j n2, xx vvi pno32; cc vvi pno32 av-j po31 j n1, r-crq vvz jc cs dt n1: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11552 | Matth. 13. 43. Then shall the righteous shine like the Sun; | Matthew 13. 43. Then shall the righteous shine like the Sun; | np1 crd crd av vmb dt j n1 av-j dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11553 | is there any beauty like that of Christs? then shall they be like unto him; | is there any beauty like that of Christ? then shall they be like unto him; | vbz a-acp d n1 av-j d pp-f npg1? av vmb pns32 vbb j p-acp pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11554 | 1 Ioh. 3. 2. it is a dishonor for a mighty Prince on the day of mariage to let his Queen go in rags; they shall be Christs then; | 1 John 3. 2. it is a dishonour for a mighty Prince on the day of marriage to let his Queen go in rags; they shall be Christ then; | crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvi p-acp n2; pns32 vmb vbi npg1 cs; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11555 | And look as it was with Ioseph, all his shame, baseness, imprisome•ts, did but •ake way for his glory; | And look as it was with Ioseph, all his shame, baseness, imprisome•ts, did but •ake Way for his glory; | cc vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, d po31 n1, n1, n2, vdd p-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11556 | and hence he was delivered out of prison by the Kings command; now his apparel, and countenance, and name, and estate, and all is changed; | and hence he was Delivered out of prison by the Kings command; now his apparel, and countenance, and name, and estate, and all is changed; | cc av pns31 vbds vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1; av po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d vbz vvn; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11557 | so here, all your sheme, imprisonment in the grave-chains of sins, that enter into your soul, doth but make way for this certain glory; | so Here, all your sheme, imprisonment in the grave-chains of Sins, that enter into your soul, does but make Way for this certain glory; | av av, d po22 n1, n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cst vvb p-acp po22 n1, vdz p-acp vvi n1 p-acp d j n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11558 | As it was with Iehosuah, Satan stood at his right hand to accuse him, he only stands before the Lord, at last the Lord saith, Take off these filthy garments; | As it was with Joshua, Satan stood At his right hand to accuse him, he only Stands before the Lord, At last the Lord Says, Take off these filthy garments; | c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1 vvd p-acp po31 j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp ord dt n1 vvz, vvb a-acp d j n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11559 | is not this a brand? So Satan and Conscience accuse often here, but then it shall be so that all thy filthy garments shall be taken away. | is not this a brand? So Satan and Conscience accuse often Here, but then it shall be so that all thy filthy garments shall be taken away. | vbz xx d dt n1? av np1 cc n1 vvi av av, cc-acp av pn31 vmb vbi av cst d po21 j n2 vmb vbi vvn av. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2021 | Page 111 |
11560 | Thirdly, Then there shall be an open manifestation, and glorious declaration of the dearest love of the Lord toward them; | Thirdly, Then there shall be an open manifestation, and glorious declaration of the dearest love of the Lord towards them; | ord, cs pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt js-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 111 |
11561 | before the great day of mariage comes, there is love expressed, concluded between the parties, | before the great day of marriage comes, there is love expressed, concluded between the parties, | c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz, pc-acp vbz n1 vvn, vvn p-acp dt n2, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 111 |
11562 | and it may be some few know of it, as Friends, and some of the Family; | and it may be Some few know of it, as Friends, and Some of the Family; | cc pn31 vmb vbi d d vvb pp-f pn31, c-acp n2, cc d pp-f dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 111 |
11563 | but the open declaration is at the day of mariage; | but the open declaration is At the day of marriage; | cc-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 111 |
11564 | so Christ loves his people now, &c. and will not only love them then, but openly declare his love before all the world; | so christ loves his people now, etc. and will not only love them then, but openly declare his love before all the world; | av np1 vvz po31 n1 av, av cc vmb xx av-j vvi pno32 av, cc-acp av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 111 |
11565 | Come ye blessed; he shall declare then his own love, Matth. 10. 32. Luke 12, 8. He that hath made it his glory to confess Christ in a holy life, Christ will confess him before God and before Angels; | Come you blessed; he shall declare then his own love, Matthew 10. 32. Lycia 12, 8. He that hath made it his glory to confess christ in a holy life, christ will confess him before God and before Angels; | vvb pn22 vvn; pns31 vmb vvi av po31 d n1, np1 crd crd av crd, crd pns31 cst vhz vvn pn31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1, np1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp np1 cc p-acp n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 111 |
11566 | and so before all the world: Men in great place will not know their poor friends, especially in open places; | and so before all the world: Men in great place will not know their poor Friends, especially in open places; | cc av p-acp d dt n1: n2 p-acp j n1 vmb xx vvi po32 j n2, av-j p-acp j n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 111 |
11567 | but the Lord Jesus will, and he will divulge the Fathers love to them also, Act, 3. 19. You blessed of the Father, Ioh. 17. 22, 23, 24. I have given them that glory, united them and made them flesh of my flesh, that the world may know thou hast loved them as thou hast loved me. | but the Lord jesus will, and he will divulge the Father's love to them also, Act, 3. 19. You blessed of the Father, John 17. 22, 23, 24. I have given them that glory, united them and made them Flesh of my Flesh, that the world may know thou hast loved them as thou hast loved me. | cc-acp dt n1 np1 vmb, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno32 av, n1, crd crd pn22 vvd pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns11 vhb vvn pno32 d n1, vvn pno32 cc vvd pno32 n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 111 |
11568 | Here the Lord doth love his people dearly, but it is not so known; the Sun shines on good and bad; | Here the Lord does love his people dearly, but it is not so known; the Sun shines on good and bad; | av dt n1 vdz vvi po31 n1 av-jn, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av vvn; dt n1 vvz p-acp j cc j; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 111 |
11569 | the world hates and persecutes them as Hypocrites; civil men think them like themselves; worldlings think them as little loved as any, their estates thrive not; | the world hates and persecutes them as Hypocrites; civil men think them like themselves; worldlings think them as little loved as any, their estates thrive not; | dt n1 vvz cc vvz pno32 p-acp n2; j n2 vvb pno32 vvi px32; n2 vvb pno32 c-acp av-j vvn p-acp d, po32 n2 vvb xx; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11570 | Hypocrites bear a base esteem of them; and if they love them, 'tis because they love them; | Hypocrites bear a base esteem of them; and if they love them, it's Because they love them; | n2 vvb dt j n1 pp-f pno32; cc cs pns32 vvb pno32, pn31|vbz c-acp pns32 vvb pno32; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11571 | Saints themselves many times suspect them; or if not, yet they judge as well of others as them; | Saints themselves many times suspect them; or if not, yet they judge as well of Others as them; | n2 px32 d n2 vvi pno32; cc cs xx, av pns32 vvb c-acp av pp-f n2-jn c-acp pno32; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11572 | nay it may be they are so disfigured sometimes by those sores that break out of them; that they know not themselves; | nay it may be they Are so disfigured sometime by those sores that break out of them; that they know not themselves; | uh pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vbr av vvn av p-acp d n2 cst vvb av pp-f pno32; cst pns32 vvb xx px32; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11573 | but now the Lord will openly declare his love to them, and to all the world besides; | but now the Lord will openly declare his love to them, and to all the world beside; | cc-acp av dt n1 vmb av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp d dt n1 a-acp; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11574 | These are the men which I have born on my brest, and caried on my shoulders; | These Are the men which I have born on my breast, and carried on my shoulders; | d vbr dt n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1, cc vvd p-acp po11 n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11575 | for whom I have built and planted Churches, and destroyed enemies, and trod the wine-press alone, | for whom I have built and planted Churches, and destroyed enemies, and trod the winepress alone, | p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn n2, cc vvd n2, cc vvd dt n1 av-j, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11576 | and prefered above mine own life, and blood and glory; whose hairs have been numbred by me, whose walls have been continually before me. | and preferred above mine own life, and blood and glory; whose hairs have been numbered by me, whose walls have been continually before me. | cc vvn p-acp po11 d n1, cc n1 cc n1; rg-crq n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno11, rg-crq n2 vhb vbn av-j p-acp pno11. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11577 | No greater misery to a holy heart than this: | No greater misery to a holy heart than this: | uh-dx jc n1 p-acp dt j n1 cs d: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11578 | Psal. 42. 10. Where is now thy God? So when conscience saith, and men say it here: | Psalm 42. 10. Where is now thy God? So when conscience Says, and men say it Here: | np1 crd crd q-crq vbz av po21 n1? av c-crq n1 vvz, cc n2 vvb pn31 av: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11579 | Oh what a mercy is it that then it shall be heard, I am now come to comfort thee! | O what a mercy is it that then it shall be herd, I am now come to Comfort thee! | uh r-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 cst av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pns11 vbm av vvn pc-acp vvi pno21! | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2022 | Page 112 |
11580 | Fourthly, Then they shall be brought into actual possession and fruition of all the glory promised unto them, of all their inheritance and portion: | Fourthly, Then they shall be brought into actual possession and fruition of all the glory promised unto them, of all their inheritance and portion: | ord, cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, pp-f d po32 n1 cc n1: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11581 | Before mariage there be promises made of such an estate; | Before marriage there be promises made of such an estate; | p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi n2 vvn pp-f d dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11582 | but when the day is come, then they come to actual and full possession of it, | but when the day is come, then they come to actual and full possession of it, | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, cs pns32 vvb p-acp j cc j n1 pp-f pn31, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11583 | and become equal possessors of the estate; so much in this life the Lord doth promise to possess his people of; | and become equal Possessors' of the estate; so much in this life the Lord does promise to possess his people of; | cc vvi j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1; av av-d p-acp d n1 dt n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11584 | there be promises of peace, redemption, victory, and triumph over all enemies, fellowship with God, | there be promises of peace, redemption, victory, and triumph over all enemies, fellowship with God, | pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1, cc vvi p-acp d n2, n1 p-acp np1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11585 | and all the Saints and Angels together, an incorruptible inheritance, and now they shall enter into possession of all these; | and all the Saints and Angels together, an incorruptible inheritance, and now they shall enter into possession of all these; | cc d dt n2 cc n2 av, dt j n1, cc av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d d; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11586 | nay, all that Christ hath, signified by that word Kingdom, Matth. 25. Come and take the kingdom prepared for you; | nay, all that christ hath, signified by that word Kingdom, Matthew 25. Come and take the Kingdom prepared for you; | uh-x, d cst np1 vhz, vvn p-acp d n1 n1, np1 crd vvb cc vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp pn22; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11587 | 1 Cor. 15. 54. Then shall be brough• to pass the saying written, O death where is thy sting, &c. Isa. 25. 7, 8. So that reckon what Christ hath, you shall have it then. | 1 Cor. 15. 54. Then shall be brough• to pass the saying written, Oh death where is thy sting, etc. Isaiah 25. 7, 8. So that reckon what christ hath, you shall have it then. | vvn np1 crd crd av vmb vbi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg vvn, uh n1 q-crq vbz po21 n1, av np1 crd crd, crd av cst vvb q-crq np1 vhz, pn22 vmb vhi pn31 av. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11588 | Much mercy the Lord shews to his people now, but Psal. 31. 19. how great is that which is laid up! | Much mercy the Lord shows to his people now, but Psalm 31. 19. how great is that which is laid up! | av-d n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 av, cc-acp np1 crd crd c-crq j vbz d r-crq vbz vvn a-acp! | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11589 | then it shall be brought forth; | then it shall be brought forth; | av pn31 vmb vbi vvn av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11590 | now you shall have an end of all your desires, prayers, faith to feel that which you have believed, &c. as it was with Ioshua 23. ult. Not one thing whereof God hath failed. | now you shall have an end of all your Desires, Prayers, faith to feel that which you have believed, etc. as it was with Ioshua 23. ult. Not one thing whereof God hath failed. | av pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f d po22 n2, n2, n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, av p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1 crd n1. xx crd n1 c-crq np1 vhz vvn. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11591 | Here the poor hardly get bread; | Here the poor hardly get bred; | av dt j av vvi n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11592 | here many prayers get nothing, &c. but there, 2 Thess. 1. 9, 10. God doth then what he can for them and gives what he can give to them, | Here many Prayers get nothing, etc. but there, 2 Thess 1. 9, 10. God does then what he can for them and gives what he can give to them, | av d n2 vvb pix, av p-acp a-acp, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 vdz av q-crq pns31 vmb p-acp pno32 cc vvz r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11593 | then all treasures are broken open. | then all treasures Are broken open. | cs d n2 vbr vvn j. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2023 | Page 112 |
11594 | Fifthly, Then there shall ever be cohabitation and living with him, never to be any more parted from him, or he from them; | Fifthly, Then there shall ever be cohabitation and living with him, never to be any more parted from him, or he from them; | ord, cs pc-acp vmb av vbi n1 cc vvg p-acp pno31, av-x pc-acp vbi d dc vvn p-acp pno31, cc pns31 p-acp pno32; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11595 | for while any is a Suitor to one in a far Country, he comes and goes away again; | for while any is a Suitor to one in a Far Country, he comes and Goes away again; | c-acp cs d vbz dt n1 p-acp crd p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz cc vvz av av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11596 | but when mariage comes, then he carries her to his own house, and now live they must together; | but when marriage comes, then he carries her to his own house, and now live they must together; | cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz, cs pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 d n1, cc av vvb pns32 vmb av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11597 | so the Lord in this life is somtime with his people, somtime absent from his people, | so the Lord in this life is sometime with his people, sometime absent from his people, | av dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av p-acp po31 n1, av j p-acp po31 n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11598 | but then they must cohabite together, and shall; 1 Thess. 4. ult. And then we shall ever be with the Lord. | but then they must cohabit together, and shall; 1 Thess 4. ult. And then we shall ever be with the Lord. | cc-acp cs pns32 vmb vvi av, cc vmb; crd np1 crd n1. cc av pns12 vmb av vbi p-acp dt n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11599 | If the Lord should do all the former, and not this, it would be a bitter cut: | If the Lord should do all the former, and not this, it would be a bitter Cut: | cs dt n1 vmd vdi d dt j, cc xx d, pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11600 | When the Disciples had Christs presence for a time, it was sweet; but when parting came, that was bitter; | When the Disciples had Christ presence for a time, it was sweet; but when parting Come, that was bitter; | c-crq dt n2 vhd npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbds j; cc-acp c-crq vvg vvd, cst vbds j; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11601 | but here is no more parting with the Lord; | but Here is no more parting with the Lord; | cc-acp av vbz av-dx av-dc vvg p-acp dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11602 | to be in a Kings dominon where peace rules, when other places are slaughter-houses, and Golgotha's, tis good; | to be in a Kings dominion where peace rules, when other places Are slaughterhouses, and Golgotha's, this good; | pc-acp vbi p-acp dt ng1 n1 c-crq n1 vvz, c-crq j-jn n2 vbr n2, cc npg1, pn31|vbz j; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11603 | but to be with the King, and ever with him, and to follow him where ever he goes, | but to be with the King, and ever with him, and to follow him where ever he Goes, | cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq av pns31 vvz, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11604 | and to be familiar with him, this is wonderful; Husbands depart either because not pleased at home, or because of business abroad; all such motion arguing imperfection; | and to be familiar with him, this is wondered; Husbands depart either Because not pleased At home, or Because of business abroad; all such motion arguing imperfection; | cc pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno31, d vbz j; n2 vvb d c-acp xx vvn p-acp n1-an, cc c-acp pp-f n1 av; d d n1 vvg n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11605 | but now there shall be nothing in the Saints to displease; | but now there shall be nothing in the Saints to displease; | cc-acp av pc-acp vmb vbi pix p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11606 | and Christ's business shall then be done, he shall have no more to do but only to give up the Kingdom to God the Father; | and Christ's business shall then be done, he shall have no more to do but only to give up the Kingdom to God the Father; | cc npg1 n1 vmb av vbi vdn, pns31 vmb vhi dx dc pc-acp vdi cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11607 | that is the last work of Christ in this world: To see the Lord in his beauty of grace and love, will be wonderful; | that is the last work of christ in this world: To see the Lord in his beauty of grace and love, will be wondered; | d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1: pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb vbi j; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11608 | but for dust and worms to be with him for ever; the poor things of the world to be with him, when thousands are cast by! | but for dust and worms to be with him for ever; the poor things of the world to be with him, when thousands Are cast by! | cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 p-acp av; dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, c-crq crd vbr vvn p-acp! | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11609 | we say that's the beauty of a thing which no picture can express; now to see that beauty in Christ is marvellous; | we say that's the beauty of a thing which no picture can express; now to see that beauty in christ is marvellous; | pns12 vvb cst|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq dx n1 vmb vvi; av pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1 vbz j; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 112 |
11610 | but to be in the bosom of one so amiable, how great is this? Sixthly, Then shall the Lord rejoyce over his people, and they in him; | but to be in the bosom of one so amiable, how great is this? Sixthly, Then shall the Lord rejoice over his people, and they in him; | cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd av j, c-crq j vbz d? j, av vmb dt n1 vvb a-acp po31 n1, cc pns32 p-acp pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2024 | Page 113 |
11611 | Mariage day is the great day of joy, they long for it before; | Marriage day is the great day of joy, they long for it before; | n1 n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns32 av-j p-acp pn31 a-acp; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11612 | and when it comes, the longer it hath been deferred, the more feats of parting, the more are they affected with joy then; | and when it comes, the longer it hath been deferred, the more feats of parting, the more Are they affected with joy then; | cc c-crq pn31 vvz, dt jc pn31 vhz vbn vvn, dt dc n2 pp-f vvg, dt av-dc vbr pns32 vvn p-acp n1 av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11613 | so here, the soul hath desired the Lord in grace first, and then in glory, Rev. 22. Christ hath been desiring after them in glory, Iohn 17. 24. now their desires being fulfilled, all his scattered lost Elect gathered, | so Here, the soul hath desired the Lord in grace First, and then in glory, Rev. 22. christ hath been desiring After them in glory, John 17. 24. now their Desires being fulfilled, all his scattered lost Elect gathered, | av av, dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 ord, cc av p-acp n1, n1 crd np1 vhz vbn vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av po32 n2 vbg vvn, d po31 j-vvn j-vvn n1 vvn, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11614 | now he rejoyceth with exceeding joy; and the longer lost, and meeting deferred, the greater joy now; | now he Rejoiceth with exceeding joy; and the longer lost, and meeting deferred, the greater joy now; | av pns31 vvz p-acp j-vvg n1; cc dt av-jc vvn, cc n1 vvn, dt jc n1 av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11615 | hence Zeph. 3. 11. he shall rejoyce over thee with joy, &c. Look as the Lord when they were but converted to him, poor, | hence Zephaniah 3. 11. he shall rejoice over thee with joy, etc. Look as the Lord when they were but converted to him, poor, | av np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp n1, av vvb p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp vvn p-acp pno31, j, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11616 | and miserable, and sinful, and some of them but very babes, Luk. 10. 21. yet he rejoyced in Spirit, | and miserable, and sinful, and Some of them but very babes, Luk. 10. 21. yet he rejoiced in Spirit, | cc j, cc j, cc d pp-f pno32 p-acp j n2, np1 crd crd av pns31 vvd p-acp n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11617 | and falls admi•ing of the Father; | and falls admi•ing of the Father; | cc vvz n1 pp-f dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11618 | so here much more when they shall become glorious and perfect, and altogether at this day. | so Here much more when they shall become glorious and perfect, and altogether At this day. | av av av-d av-dc c-crq pns32 vmb vvi j cc j, cc av p-acp d n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11619 | If the Lord, Isa. 40. 1, 2. would have his Prophets speak to the heart of Ierusalem, when it had but Seventy years captivity, much more will the Lord himself then do it at that day; | If the Lord, Isaiah 40. 1, 2. would have his prophets speak to the heart of Ierusalem, when it had but Seventy Years captivity, much more will the Lord himself then do it At that day; | cs dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd vmd vhi po31 n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn31 vhd p-acp crd ng2 n1, av-d av-dc vmb dt n1 px31 av vdb pn31 p-acp d n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11620 | and look as it was with them, Rev. 19. 1. to 6. Alle•uja• for the destruction of Antichrist, | and look as it was with them, Rev. 19. 1. to 6. Alle•uja• for the destruction of Antichrist, | cc vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp pno32, n1 crd crd p-acp crd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11621 | and that Christ reigneth, Oh let us rejoyce; | and that christ Reigneth, O let us rejoice; | cc cst np1 vvz, uh vvb pno12 vvi; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11622 | so shall all Saints meet him with joy, being delivered out of the hands of all their enemies; | so shall all Saints meet him with joy, being Delivered out of the hands of all their enemies; | av vmb d n2 vvb pno31 p-acp n1, vbg vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f d po32 n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11623 | they shall cry Allelujah with joy to see them destroyed, and the Lord reigning; | they shall cry Alleluia with joy to see them destroyed, and the Lord reigning; | pns32 vmb vvi np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvd, cc dt n1 vvg; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11624 | and then shall they up to heaven in a shout of joy with Allelujah, &c. SECT. II. HEnce see how ill the sin of worldliness or any sinful l•st suits with a gracious godly man: | and then shall they up to heaven in a shout of joy with Alleluia, etc. SECT. II HEnce see how ill the since of worldliness or any sinful l•st suits with a gracious godly man: | cc av vmb pns32 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, av n1. crd av vvi c-crq av-jn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc d j j n2 p-acp dt j j n1: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2025 | Page 113 |
11625 | Shall the Lord come as a Bridegroom to you, and will you run a whoring from him in this day? A man can bear it when Others that he never Set his heart upon, depart from him; | vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc vmb pn22 vvi dt vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1? dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 c-crq ng2-jn cst pns31 av-x vvd po31 n1 p-acp, vvb p-acp pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2026 | Page 113 | |
11626 | but these to do it, it is a sin against his kindness, against his person most immediately, | but these to do it, it is a since against his kindness, against his person most immediately, | cc-acp d pc-acp vdi pn31, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 av-ds av-j, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2026 | Page 113 |
11627 | and against his name and honor. As a vertuous woman is a crown to her husband; so here. | and against his name and honour. As a virtuous woman is a crown to her husband; so Here. | cc p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. p-acp dt j n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; av av. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2026 | Page 113 |
11628 | Covetousness is a vile sin in any, but especially in these; and hence Ier. 3. 4, 5. Wilt thou not from this time cry my Father. | Covetousness is a vile since in any, but especially in these; and hence Jeremiah 3. 4, 5. Wilt thou not from this time cry my Father. | n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d, cc-acp av-j p-acp d; cc av np1 crd crd, crd vm2 pns21 xx p-acp d n1 vvb po11 n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2026 | Page 113 |
11629 | When Baruch sought great things, Wilt thou seek great things when God came to destroy all? so will you keep great things here when the Lord is destroying al•, |
When baruch sought great things, Wilt thou seek great things when God Come to destroy all? so will you keep great things Here when the Lord is destroying al•, when your Husband will be all in all? when a woman knows that a great Prince loves her, she scorns all other Suitors, etc. So should you be content, | c-crq np1 vvd j n2, vm2 pns21 vvi j n2 c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi d? av vmb pn22 vvi j n2 av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvg n1, c-crq po22 n1 vmb vbi d p-acp d? c-crq dt n1 vvz cst dt j n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vvz d j-jn n2, av av vmd pn22 vbi j, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2026 | Page 113 |
11630 | though poor, though sinful, &c. Col. 3. 4. 5. as long as Christ loves thee. | though poor, though sinful, etc. Col. 3. 4. 5. as long as christ loves thee. | cs j, cs j, av np1 crd crd crd c-acp av-j c-acp np1 vvz pno21. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2026 | Page 113 |
11631 | Hence see what a great sin it is not to receive evidence of mercy and comfort from any promise of Christ wherein he reveals his love to his Spouse; | Hence see what a great since it is not to receive evidence of mercy and Comfort from any promise of christ wherein he reveals his love to his Spouse; | av vvi r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 113 |
11632 | if christ shall come as a Bridegroom to you, by what promise soever (Therefore) he shall manifest his love to you, receive it; | cs np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp r-crq n1 av (av) pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn22, vvb pn31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 113 | |
11633 | some would not have Christians to receive evidence of Christ's love by any conditional promise; | Some would not have Christians to receive evidence of Christ's love by any conditional promise; | d vmd xx vhi np1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d j n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 113 |
11634 | but remember this, that if Christ doth not speak them, if they be not the Bridegrooms voyce, | but Remember this, that if christ does not speak them, if they be not the Bridegrooms voice, | cc-acp vvb d, cst cs np1 vdz xx vvi pno32, cs pns32 vbb xx dt n2 n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 113 |
11635 | or if not true, then do not receive them, or any evidence from them; nay if he doth not by his own Spirit clear them, and apply them; | or if not true, then do not receive them, or any evidence from them; nay if he does not by his own Spirit clear them, and apply them; | cc cs xx j, av vdb xx vvi pno32, cc d n1 p-acp pno32; uh-x cs pns31 vdz xx p-acp po31 d n1 vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 113 |
11636 | but if they be the voyce of the Bridegroom, if you be friends, or shew your selves friends, rejoyce at it, Ioh. 3. 29. As for that immediate revelation of his love, expect it at his meeting when you shall see him face to face; | but if they be the voice of the Bridegroom, if you be Friends, or show your selves Friends, rejoice At it, John 3. 29. As for that immediate Revelation of his love, expect it At his meeting when you shall see him face to face; | cc-acp cs pns32 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pn22 vbb n2, cc vvb po22 n2 n2, vvb p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp cst j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pn31 p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 113 |
11637 | in the mean while if he by his letter reveals his love, Oh make much of it because it is your Bridegrooms; | in the mean while if he by his Letter reveals his love, O make much of it Because it is your Bridegrooms; | p-acp dt j n1 cs pns31 p-acp po31 n1 vvz po31 n1, uh vvb d pp-f pn31 c-acp pn31 vbz po22 n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 113 |
11638 | if the day of Judgement be come, and Resurrection past, and Christ seen immediately, then look not for your evidence from such Scriptures; | if the day of Judgement be come, and Resurrection past, and christ seen immediately, then look not for your evidence from such Scriptures; | cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn, cc n1 j, cc np1 vvn av-j, av vvb xx p-acp po22 n1 p-acp d n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 114 |
11639 | but if otherwise, then own his love here if he speaks. It is true, it would be a sweet thing if that day would come; | but if otherwise, then own his love Here if he speaks. It is true, it would be a sweet thing if that day would come; | cc-acp cs av, cs d po31 n1 av cs pns31 vvz. pn31 vbz j, pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1 cs d n1 vmd vvi; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 114 |
11640 | yet as Christ said to Tho• as so say I to you, Blessed are they which have not seen and yet believed; | yet as christ said to Tho• as so say I to you, Blessed Are they which have not seen and yet believed; | av c-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22, vvn vbr pns32 r-crq vhb xx vvn cc av vvd; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 114 |
11641 | and therefore when ever the Lord doth this, first or last; hear his voyce, and believe his word. | and Therefore when ever the Lord does this, First or last; hear his voice, and believe his word. | cc av c-crq av dt n1 vdz d, ord cc ord; vvb po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 114 |
11642 | Do not say you see nothing in your selves; suppose a woman should make a match by love and consent, though hardly; | Do not say you see nothing in your selves; suppose a woman should make a match by love and consent, though hardly; | vdb xx vvi pn22 vvb pix p-acp po22 n2; vvb dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cs av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 114 |
11643 | she did •ath him, but he was so mighty as to prevail for her goodwill, and now she is comforted; | she did •ath him, but he was so mighty as to prevail for her goodwill, and now she is comforted; | pns31 vdd vvi pno31, cc-acp pns31 vbds av j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc av pns31 vbz vvn; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 114 |
11644 | and another should come and say to her, How do you know this? Why thus he sought me, | and Another should come and say to her, How do you know this? Why thus he sought me, | cc n-jn vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi d? uh-crq av pns31 vvd pno11, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 114 |
11645 | thus I concluded with him, and so fixt: 'Tis no match; | thus I concluded with him, and so fixed: It's no match; | av pns11 vvd p-acp pno31, cc av vvn: pn31|vbz dx n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 114 |
11646 | Why? You must see no consent, no love no imbracings, &c. would not such a one be counted a deceiver? 2 Tim. 4. 8. Of Terror; |
Why? You must see no consent, no love no embracings, etc. would not such a one be counted a deceiver? 2 Tim. 4. 8. Of Terror; What will become of you that refuse the lords kindness now, that regard not the Bridegrooms voice, that refuse to bestow your hearts upon the Lord! | q-crq? pn22 vmb vvi dx n1, dx n1 dx n2, av vmd xx d dt pi vbb vvn dt n1? crd np1 crd crd pp-f n1; q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pn22 cst vvb dt n2 n1 av, cst vvb xx dt n2 n1, cst vvb pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1! | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2027 | Page 114 |
11647 | he shall never be a Bridegroom to you at this day, when others meet him in the clouds, &c, Now you see Saints absent from the Lord, •oor and mean, | he shall never be a Bridegroom to you At this day, when Others meet him in the Clouds, etc., Now you see Saints absent from the Lord, •oor and mean, | pns31 vmb av-x vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1, c-crq n2-jn vvb pno31 p-acp dt n2, av, av pn22 vvb n2 j p-acp dt n1, j cc j, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2028 | Page 114 |
11648 | and question the Lords love to them; | and question the lords love to them; | cc vvi dt n2 vvb p-acp pno32; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2028 | Page 114 |
11649 | but then all shall be seen, and all this you shall lose, Ioh. 3. 32. No man receiveth his testimony, &c. you that never mourned as widows without him, never felt need of his love, what will become of you at this day! | but then all shall be seen, and all this you shall loose, John 3. 32. No man receives his testimony, etc. you that never mourned as Widows without him, never felt need of his love, what will become of you At this day! | cc-acp av d vmb vbi vvn, cc d d pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd dx n1 vvz po31 n1, av pn22 cst av-x vvd p-acp n2 p-acp pno31, av-x vvd n1 pp-f po31 n1, q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pn22 p-acp d n1! | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2028 | Page 114 |
11650 | Of Consolation to all those that be espoused, |
Of Consolation to all those that be espoused, and contracted to the Lord, who have chosen him, who have given themselves to him, who look now no further but content themselves in him, | pp-f n1 p-acp d d cst vbb vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhb vvn pno31, r-crq vhb vvn px32 p-acp pno31, r-crq vvb av av-dx av-jc p-acp vvi px32 p-acp pno31, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2029 | Page 114 |
11651 | or have a frame of heart so to do, though fears keep them from possession of him; | or have a frame of heart so to do, though fears keep them from possession of him; | cc vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 av pc-acp vdi, cs n2 vvb pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2029 | Page 114 |
11652 | Oh Christ shall come as thy Husband at that day. | O christ shall come as thy Husband At that day. | uh np1 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1 p-acp d n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2029 | Page 114 |
11653 | Many Christians fear this day, and hence do not sensibly love, nor long for this day, being under the whip continually of fears, and questioning their estate; | Many Christians Fear this day, and hence do not sensibly love, nor long for this day, being under the whip continually of fears, and questioning their estate; | av-d np1 vvb d n1, cc av vdb xx av-j vvi, ccx j p-acp d n1, vbg p-acp dt n1 av-j pp-f n2, cc vvg po32 n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2029 | Page 114 |
11654 | but why do you fear, when the Lord shall come as a Brid•groom! | but why do you Fear, when the Lord shall come as a Brid•groom! | cc-acp q-crq vdb pn22 vvb, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1! | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2029 | Page 114 |
11655 | Isa. 54. 4, 5. why dost fear, himself the Judge so holy, when he is thy Husband! thy chains and debts, | Isaiah 54. 4, 5. why dost Fear, himself the Judge so holy, when he is thy Husband! thy chains and debts, | np1 crd crd, crd q-crq vd2 vvi, px31 dt n1 av j, c-crq pns31 vbz po21 n1! po21 n2 cc n2, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2029 | Page 114 |
11656 | and sins, when the Judge is thy Husband! thy accusers or enemies, when the Lord is thy Husband! | and Sins, when the Judge is thy Husband! thy accusers or enemies, when the Lord is thy Husband! | cc n2, c-crq dt n1 vbz po21 n1! po21 n2 cc n2, c-crq dt n1 vbz po21 n1! | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2029 | Page 114 |
11657 | You should rather long for this day, and rejoyce in it, because now comes your full Redemption from all sinnes, all sorrows; | You should rather long for this day, and rejoice in it, Because now comes your full Redemption from all Sins, all sorrows; | pn22 vmd av-c vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp av vvz po22 j n1 p-acp d n2, d n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2029 | Page 114 |
11658 | the coming of a Husband is sweet. First, Though the people of God have weaknesses and wants, the Lord hath none. | the coming of a Husband is sweet. First, Though the people of God have Weaknesses and Wants, the Lord hath none. | dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz j. ord, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb n2 cc n2, dt n1 vhz pix. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2029 | Page 114 |
11659 | Secondly, Though they must part for a little while, the Lord is ever with thee. Thirdly, Though they car not help out of all evil, yet the Lord Jesus will. | Secondly, Though they must part for a little while, the Lord is ever with thee. Thirdly, Though they car not help out of all evil, yet the Lord jesus will. | ord, cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vbz av p-acp pno21. ord, cs pns32 n1 xx vvi av pp-f d n-jn, av dt n1 np1 vmb. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2031 | Page 114 |
11660 | Oh they should rejoyce, that when he comes like a Judge, and all the wicked shall melt like wax before his presence, | O they should rejoice, that when he comes like a Judge, and all the wicked shall melt like wax before his presence, | uh pns32 vmd vvi, cst c-crq pns31 vvz av-j dt n1, cc d dt j vmb vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2032 | Page 114 |
11661 | and burn up before him, Oh yet a Husband to thee! SECT. III. Object. IF I knew this! Answ. Yes, you know it; | and burn up before him, O yet a Husband to thee! SECT. III. Object. IF I knew this! Answer Yes, you know it; | cc vvb a-acp p-acp pno31, uh av dt n1 p-acp pno21! n1. np1. n1. cs pns11 vvd d! np1 uh, pn22 vvb pn31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2032 | Page 114 |
11662 | but there be some things that are false Objections against it: as, | but there be Some things that Are false Objections against it: as, | cc-acp pc-acp vbi d n2 cst vbr j n2 p-acp pn31: c-acp, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2034 | Page 114 |
11663 | Object. 1. Because the Lord is such a stranger, and the Lord absents himself so much. | Object. 1. Because the Lord is such a stranger, and the Lord absents himself so much. | n1. crd p-acp dt n1 vbz d dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz px31 av av-d. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2035 | Page 114 |
11664 | Answ. Is that a good Argument for a Woman? Isa. 54. 6, 7, 8. It is not the time of being ever with the Lord in his time of wooing; | Answer Is that a good Argument for a Woman? Isaiah 54. 6, 7, 8. It is not the time of being ever with the Lord in his time of wooing; | np1 vbz d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1? np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f vbg av p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvg; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2036 | Page 115 |
11665 | Iohn 16. 20. I will depart, and you shall mourn, the world will not, and your heart shall rejoyce. | John 16. 20. I will depart, and you shall mourn, the world will not, and your heart shall rejoice. | np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi, cc pn22 vmb vvi, dt n1 vmb xx, cc po22 n1 vmb vvi. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2036 | Page 115 |
11666 | Object. 2. Because my heart goes so soon, so oft a whoring from him. | Object. 2. Because my heart Goes so soon, so oft a whoring from him. | n1. crd p-acp po11 n1 vvz av av, av av dt vvg p-acp pno31. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2037 | Page 115 |
11667 | Answ. It may be that you are sorely tempted, and thy heart may begin to be taken, &c. but yet if you cannot yield to lie in your falls, this is not an evidence of a breach of the match. | Answer It may be that you Are sorely tempted, and thy heart may begin to be taken, etc. but yet if you cannot yield to lie in your falls, this is not an evidence of a breach of the match. | np1 pn31 vmb vbi cst pn22 vbr av-j vvn, cc po21 n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, av p-acp av cs pn22 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2038 | Page 115 |
11668 | Psal. 73. he was almost gone, yet the Lord recovers him, and saith he, the Lord is with me; | Psalm 73. he was almost gone, yet the Lord recovers him, and Says he, the Lord is with me; | np1 crd pns31 vbds av vvn, av dt n1 vvz pno31, cc vvz pns31, dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2038 | Page 115 |
11669 | therefore as it was with Christ, it was not possible that the bonds of death should hold him; | Therefore as it was with christ, it was not possible that the bonds of death should hold him; | av c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pn31 vbds xx j cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vmd vvi pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2038 | Page 115 |
11670 | so here shall it be with the poor doubting believer. Object. 3. Because my heart cannot love him. | so Here shall it be with the poor doubting believer. Object. 3. Because my heart cannot love him. | av av vmb pn31 vbi p-acp dt j vvg n1. n1. crd p-acp po11 n1 vmbx vvi pno31. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2038 | Page 115 |
11671 | Answ. Why do you then sigh under captivity and bondage of your love? you cannot love him, other things do keep you under; | Answer Why do you then sighs under captivity and bondage of your love? you cannot love him, other things do keep you under; | np1 q-crq vdb pn22 av vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n1? pn22 vmbx vvi pno31, j-jn n2 vdb vvi pn22 p-acp; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2040 | Page 115 |
11672 | oh but can she say she loves not her husband, that doth sigh in bondage to be with him• Consider how it is at Christs absenting himself from thee (as thou thinkest) at any time; | o but can she say she loves not her husband, that does sighs in bondage to be with him• Consider how it is At Christ absenting himself from thee (as thou Thinkest) At any time; | uh cc-acp vmb pns31 vvi pns31 vvz xx po31 n1, cst vdz vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 vvb c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp npg1 n-vvg px31 p-acp pno21 (c-acp pns21 vv2) p-acp d n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2040 | Page 115 |
11673 | for then love is seen, especially at the time of parting. Object. 4. Because he is so unkinde to me, he hears not all my prayers. | for then love is seen, especially At the time of parting. Object. 4. Because he is so unkind to me, he hears not all my Prayers. | c-acp cs n1 vbz vvn, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg. n1. crd c-acp pns31 vbz av j p-acp pno11, pns31 vvz xx d po11 n2. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2040 | Page 115 |
11674 | Answ. This is a great Objection; | Answer This is a great Objection; | np1 d vbz dt j n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2042 | Page 115 |
11675 | if Christ would give them all their portion together which he promiseth them freely in his time, | if christ would give them all their portion together which he promises them freely in his time, | cs np1 vmd vvi pno32 d po32 n1 av r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 av-j p-acp po31 n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2042 | Page 115 |
11676 | then they think he is kind, not else. | then they think he is kind, not Else. | cs pns32 vvb pns31 vbz j, xx av. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2042 | Page 115 |
11677 | First, Though he doth not hear all prayers at once, yet he hath given thee that which is better than all prayers; ( viz. ) himself, |
First, Though he does not hear all Prayers At once, yet he hath given thee that which is better than all Prayers; (viz.) himself, and a pledge of all the rest, | ord, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi d n2 p-acp a-acp, av pns31 vhz vvn pno21 cst r-crq vbz jc cs d n2; (n1) n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2043 | Page 115 |
11678 | and this is better than ten sons. Secondly, It would do you hurt; oh therefore rejoyce in this day, whatever thy condition be now: | and this is better than ten Sons. Secondly, It would do you hurt; o Therefore rejoice in this day, whatever thy condition be now: | cc d vbz jc cs crd n2. ord, pn31 vmd vdi pn22 vvi; uh av vvb p-acp d n1, r-crq po21 n1 vbb av: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2043 | Page 115 |
11699 | and this will appear by his own speeches, and this is a sufficient testimony; by what speeches? by his voice in these Scriptures; | and this will appear by his own Speeches, and this is a sufficient testimony; by what Speeches? by his voice in these Scriptures; | cc d vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n2, cc d vbz dt j n1; p-acp r-crq n2? p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2052 | Page 116 |
11700 | for is this the Bridegrooms voice or no? if not, away with it; | for is this the Bridegrooms voice or no? if not, away with it; | p-acp vbz d dt n2 n1 cc av-dx? cs xx, av p-acp pn31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2052 | Page 116 |
11679 | Give some women their will, and you give them your lives, and losse of all; so here, and therefore saith Christ, I will be Lord in my house. SECT. IV. OF Exhortation: To those that are out of Christ, or do not know that they be in Christ, to labour to get your souls espoused, |
Give Some women their will, and you give them your lives, and loss of all; so Here, and Therefore Says christ, I will be Lord in my house. SECT. IV. OF Exhortation: To those that Are out of christ, or do not know that they be in christ, to labour to get your Souls espoused, and matched to the Lord jesus; | vvb d n2 po32 n1, cc pn22 vvb pno32 po22 n2, cc n1 pp-f d; av av, cc av vvz np1, pns11 vmb vbi n1 p-acp po11 n1. n1. np1 pp-f n1: p-acp d cst vbr av pp-f np1, cc vdb xx vvi cst pns32 vbb p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n2 vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 np1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2044 | Page 115 |
11680 | it is a laudable custome grounded on Scripture, that before marriage there is the time of espousals or contract; | it is a laudable custom grounded on Scripture, that before marriage there is the time of espousals or contract; | pn31 vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp n1, cst p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11681 | and such may know though there be absence for a time, yet that when he saith he will return to marriage, he will come as a husband, | and such may know though there be absence for a time, yet that when he Says he will return to marriage, he will come as a husband, | cc d vmb vvi cs pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp dt n1, av cst c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11682 | though others in the family cannot look for any such thing; so here the great work of the Ministery is to espouse people to Christ; | though Others in the family cannot look for any such thing; so Here the great work of the Ministry is to espouse people to christ; | cs n2-jn p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp d d n1; av av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11683 | now that they may be presented chaste Virgins unto the Lord Jesus, 2 Cor. 11. 2. you may look then that he shall come as a Bridegroom to comfort you; | now that they may be presented chaste Virgins unto the Lord jesus, 2 Cor. 11. 2. you may look then that he shall come as a Bridegroom to Comfort you; | av cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn j n2 p-acp dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi av cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11684 | others cannot look for any such presence of Christ, to them that are not espoused to him now; | Others cannot look for any such presence of christ, to them that Are not espoused to him now; | n2-jn vmbx vvi p-acp d d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pno32 cst vbr xx vvn p-acp pno31 av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11685 | — Now Christ is gone up to his Kingdom, but let base dust, and vile man hearken, the time is coming, that he shall come in glory to the amazement of the World; | — Now christ is gone up to his Kingdom, but let base dust, and vile man harken, the time is coming, that he shall come in glory to the amazement of the World; | — av np1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp vvb j n1, cc j n1 vvi, dt n1 vbz vvg, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11686 | before whom all the wicked shall melt, but the Saints shall live in glory, caught up in the clouds of heaven; | before whom all the wicked shall melt, but the Saints shall live in glory, caught up in the Clouds of heaven; | p-acp ro-crq d dt j vmb vvi, cc-acp dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11687 | Christ infinitely rejoycing in them, and they in Christ. | christ infinitely rejoicing in them, and they in christ. | np1 av-j vvg p-acp pno32, cc pns32 p-acp np1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11688 | Would you have him come thus to you, or as a revenging Judge, and consuming fire for your contempt? •if so, | Would you have him come thus to you, or as a revenging Judge, and consuming fire for your contempt? •if so, | vmd pn22 vhi pno31 vvb av p-acp pn22, cc p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc j-vvg n1 p-acp po22 n1? ng1 av, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11689 | then get your souls espoused to him now. SECT. V. Object. A las! What can I do? the Lord must do it. | then get your Souls espoused to him now. SECT. V. Object. A las! What can I do? the Lord must do it. | av vvb po22 n2 vvn p-acp pno31 av. n1. n1 n1. dt uh! q-crq vmb pns11 vdi? dt n1 vmb vdi pn31. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2045 | Page 115 |
11690 | Answ. True, but he doth it by means; the Ministry of the Gospel; | Answer True, but he does it by means; the Ministry of the Gospel; | np1 j, cc-acp pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp n2; dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2047 | Page 116 |
11691 | else what need there be any Scripture writ, or Gospel preached? use you the means, | Else what need there be any Scripture writ, or Gospel preached? use you the means, | av q-crq vvb pc-acp vbi d n1 vvn, cc n1 vvn? vvb pn22 dt n2, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2047 | Page 116 |
11692 | and wait on the Lord thereby, for the effecting of this: Quest. What should I do? | and wait on the Lord thereby, for the effecting of this: Quest. What should I do? | cc vvi p-acp dt n1 av, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d: n1. q-crq vmd pns11 vdi? | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2047 | Page 116 |
11693 | Answ. Look as it is in marriage here, or espousals here; there be but two things that make up the match. | Answer Look as it is in marriage Here, or espousals Here; there be but two things that make up the match. | np1 vvb p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 av, cc n2 av; pc-acp vbi p-acp crd n2 cst vvb a-acp dt n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2049 | Page 116 |
11694 | 1. Earnest suit on the one side. And 2. Consent on the other; | 1. Earnest suit on the one side. And 2. Consent on the other; | crd j n1 p-acp dt crd n1. cc crd vvb p-acp dt j-jn; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2050 | Page 116 |
11695 | and therefore if any thing hinder, it ever lies either on the one side, the man is unwilling, he desires it not; | and Therefore if any thing hinder, it ever lies either on the one side, the man is unwilling, he Desires it not; | cc av cs d n1 vvi, pn31 av vvz av-d p-acp dt crd n1, dt n1 vbz j, pns31 vvz pn31 xx; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2051 | Page 116 |
11696 | or on the other side, if he be desirous, she is unwilling; but both these finish the business; | or on the other side, if he be desirous, she is unwilling; but both these finish the business; | cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pns31 vbb j, pns31 vbz j; cc-acp d d vvb dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2051 | Page 116 |
11697 | if therefore you would be ever espoused to the Lord Jesus, look to these two things. | if Therefore you would be ever espoused to the Lord jesus, look to these two things. | cs av pn22 vmd vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, vvb p-acp d crd n2. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2051 | Page 116 |
11698 | First, See evidently that earnest suit the Lord makes unto thee for thy consent, for thy good will; | First, See evidently that earnest suit the Lord makes unto thee for thy consent, for thy good will; | ord, vvb av-j cst j n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp pno21 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 j n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2052 | Page 116 |
11701 | if it be, and that they do breath the Holy Ghost, then know it, it is as if he spake from heaven to thee now. | if it be, and that they do breath the Holy Ghost, then know it, it is as if he spoke from heaven to thee now. | cs pn31 vbb, cc cst pns32 vdb vvi dt j n1, av vvb pn31, pn31 vbz c-acp cs pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp pno21 av. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2052 | Page 116 |
11702 | Object. But he doth not speak to me there by name particularly; he speaks to others, not to me. | Object. But he does not speak to me there by name particularly; he speaks to Others, not to me. | n1. p-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno11 a-acp p-acp n1 av-j; pns31 vvz pc-acp n2-jn, xx p-acp pno11. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2053 | Page 116 |
11703 | Answ. 1. The Lord when he calls any to himself, he doth not in his ordinary Call speak to them by name, | Answer 1. The Lord when he calls any to himself, he does not in his ordinary Call speak to them by name, | np1 crd dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz d p-acp px31, pns31 vdz xx p-acp po31 j n1 vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11704 | and yet they have so received the Lord in the Word, as if he had called them by name; | and yet they have so received the Lord in the Word, as if he had called them by name; | cc av pns32 vhb av vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11705 | for look, as when the Law saith All that sin shall dye, the Lord speaks to all by name; | for look, as when the Law Says All that since shall die, the Lord speaks to all by name; | c-acp vvb, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz d cst n1 vmb vvi, dt n1 vvz p-acp d p-acp n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11706 | and if conscience be awake, it will apply it, This sentence is against me; | and if conscience be awake, it will apply it, This sentence is against me; | cc cs n1 vbb j, pn31 vmb vvi pn31, d n1 vbz p-acp pno11; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11707 | so when the Lord saith, All that will receive the Lord, shall live before the Lord; and therefore receive him; | so when the Lord Says, All that will receive the Lord, shall live before the Lord; and Therefore receive him; | av c-crq dt n1 vvz, d cst vmb vvi dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; cc av vvb pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11708 | if conscience be awake, it will apply: | if conscience be awake, it will apply: | cs n1 vbb j, pn31 vmb vvi: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11709 | As in the three thousand that were converted, What shall we do? they were not called by name; | As in the three thousand that were converted, What shall we do? they were not called by name; | c-acp p-acp dt crd crd cst vbdr vvn, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi? pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11710 | but when they heard that they that repented should live, because the promise was to all, they gladly received the Word; | but when they herd that they that repented should live, Because the promise was to all, they gladly received the Word; | cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd cst pns32 cst vvd vmd vvi, c-acp dt n1 vbds p-acp d, pns32 av-j vvd dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11711 | so here it should be so; | so Here it should be so; | av av pn31 vmd vbi av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11712 | and therefore we see when the Spirit makes particular application to a man, he so sets on a truth, | and Therefore we see when the Spirit makes particular application to a man, he so sets on a truth, | cc av pns12 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz j n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av vvz p-acp dt n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11713 | as if the Lord spake to the soul particularly; | as if the Lord spoke to the soul particularly; | c-acp cs dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 av-j; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11714 | and therefore if you do not, it is because you are left of the Spirit of God, | and Therefore if you do not, it is Because you Are left of the Spirit of God, | cc av cs pn22 vdb xx, pn31 vbz c-acp pn22 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11715 | and the power of the Word; for it is your duty so to do. | and the power of the Word; for it is your duty so to do. | cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1; p-acp pn31 vbz po22 n1 av pc-acp vdi. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2054 | Page 116 |
11716 | 2. Though your names are not set down in the words of the promise, yet your names are wrapt up in the meaning and sense of the promise; | 2. Though your names Are not Set down in the words of the promise, yet your names Are wrapped up in the meaning and sense of the promise; | crd cs po22 n2 vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av po22 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11717 | and this is as good as that; for though the Lord doth not desire every man to keep the Sabbath by name, | and this is as good as that; for though the Lord does not desire every man to keep the Sabbath by name, | cc d vbz a-acp j c-acp d; c-acp cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11718 | yet he means every man, and there your names are; | yet he means every man, and there your names Are; | av pns31 vvz d n1, cc a-acp po22 n2 vbr; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11719 | so when the Lord Jesus makes suit to a wretched heart to receive him, he meaneth every man, | so when the Lord jesus makes suit to a wretched heart to receive him, he means every man, | av c-crq dt n1 np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vvz d n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11720 | as if he had named them; | as if he had nam them; | c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn pno32; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11721 | that which is set down in Scripture, and written to others, God means not them alone, | that which is Set down in Scripture, and written to Others, God means not them alone, | cst r-crq vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp n2-jn, np1 vvz xx pno32 av-j, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11722 | but all others in like case; | but all Others in like case; | cc-acp d n2-jn p-acp j n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11723 | — as I•r. 3. 12. What the Lord spake to Israel to return, he meant especially Iudah; so Esay 2. ver. 1. to 5. There is a Prophesie of the Gentiles to flow to the Mount of the Lord; | — as I•r. 3. 12. What the Lord spoke to Israel to return, he meant especially Iudah; so Isaiah 2. ver. 1. to 5. There is a Prophesy of the Gentiles to flow to the Mount of the Lord; | — p-acp vvb. crd crd q-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvd av-j np1; av np1 crd fw-la. crd p-acp crd pc-acp vbz dt vvb pp-f dt n2-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11724 | what means the Lord by that? the Lord meant hereby to stir up the Jews, | what means the Lord by that? the Lord meant hereby to stir up the jews, | r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp d? dt n1 vvd av pc-acp vvi a-acp dt np2, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11745 | that when the soul hath refused the Lord, and the Lord it, and all creatures refuse to love it, | that when the soul hath refused the Lord, and the Lord it, and all creatures refuse to love it, | d c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1, cc dt n1 pn31, cc d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2058 | Page 117 |
11725 | and therefore he saith, Oh come house of Israe•, &c. And hence Rom. 15. 4. What is written, it is for our learning, that we might have hope; i. e. | and Therefore he Says, O come house of Israe•, etc. And hence Rom. 15. 4. What is written, it is for our learning, that we might have hope; i. e. | cc av pns31 vvz, uh vvb n1 pp-f np1, av cc av np1 crd crd q-crq vbz vvn, pn31 vbz p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 vmd vhi n1; sy. sy. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 116 |
11726 | God meaneth us therein also, so that when you see the Lord calling the wretched Jews in his Word, the Lord calls thee; | God means us therein also, so that when you see the Lord calling the wretched jews in his Word, the Lord calls thee; | np1 vvz pno12 av av, av cst c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 vvg dt j np2 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vvz pno21; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 117 |
11727 | and when the Lord in his Ministery comes to them, he comes to you; | and when the Lord in his Ministry comes to them, he comes to you; | cc c-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz p-acp pn22; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 117 |
11728 | and to have thy name in the sense of the Scripture, is most for the glory of the Spirit, | and to have thy name in the sense of the Scripture, is most for the glory of the Spirit, | cc pc-acp vhi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av-ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 117 |
11729 | and s•iting best with the work of faith, and most sure, and most sweet to you; | and s•iting best with the work of faith, and most sure, and most sweet to you; | cc vvg js p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-ds j, cc av-ds j p-acp pn22; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 117 |
11730 | but especially I say, when the Messengers of God come to you, they make things particularly clear, which were but generally set down: | but especially I say, when the Messengers of God come to you, they make things particularly clear, which were but generally Set down: | cc-acp av-j pns11 vvb, c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp pn22, pns32 vvb n2 av-j j, r-crq vbdr cc-acp av-j vvn a-acp: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 117 |
11731 | O consider therefore the Lord is earnest in his suit to have thee receive him. SECT. VI. 1. IT breaks the heart of the Lord Jesus to see thee depart away, and go a whoring from him; | Oh Consider Therefore the Lord is earnest in his suit to have thee receive him. SECT. VI. 1. IT breaks the heart of the Lord jesus to see thee depart away, and go a whoring from him; | uh vvb av dt n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vhi pno21 vvb pno31. n1. crd. crd pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi pno21 vvi av, cc vvb dt vvg p-acp pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2055 | Page 117 |
11732 | when a man is so set in his desires that when he is crossed of his hopes in marriage, it makes him sick and pine away with grief, | when a man is so Set in his Desires that when he is crossed of his hope's in marriage, it makes him sick and pine away with grief, | c-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp po31 n2 cst c-crq pns31 vbz vvn pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n1, pn31 vvz pno31 j cc vvi av p-acp n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2056 | Page 117 |
11733 | because he is very earnest for the match; | Because he is very earnest for the match; | c-acp pns31 vbz av j p-acp dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2056 | Page 117 |
11734 | so it is here, Ezek. 6. 9. And therefore we shall see Mark 8, 12. the Pharisees who had seen all his works, | so it is Here, Ezekiel 6. 9. And Therefore we shall see Mark 8, 12. the Pharisees who had seen all his works, | av pn31 vbz av, np1 crd crd cc av pns12 vmb vvi vvb crd, crd dt np2 r-crq vhd vvn d po31 n2, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2056 | Page 117 |
11735 | yet an adulterous generation sought after a sign, it is said Christ sighed deeply in sp•rit for this; | yet an adulterous generation sought After a Signen, it is said christ sighed deeply in sp•rit for this; | av dt j n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz vvn np1 vvd av-jn p-acp n1 p-acp d; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2056 | Page 117 |
11736 | nothing grieves the Lord so much as this; to despise any part of his will, or poorest member of his, grieves him; | nothing grieves the Lord so much as this; to despise any part of his will, or Poorest member of his, grieves him; | pix vvz dt n1 av av-d c-acp d; pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc js n1 pp-f png31, vvz pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2056 | Page 117 |
11737 | but to dispise himself, this much more; | but to despise himself, this much more; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi px31, d d dc; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2056 | Page 117 |
11738 | as we shall not find any joy in Scripture •ike this, when the Lord hath overcome the unkinde heart of a rebellious sinner; | as we shall not find any joy in Scripture •ike this, when the Lord hath overcome the unkind heart of a rebellious sinner; | c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp n1 av-j d, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2056 | Page 117 |
11739 | and hence heaven and earth and deserts Are commanded to rejoice At this: devise to grieve him, and you cannot do it so much as by refusing him. | cc av n1 cc n1 cc n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d: vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pn22 vmbx vdi pn31 av av-d c-acp p-acp vvg pno31. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2056 | Page 117 | |
11740 | 2. The Lord is so desirous of it, that he will pass by all thy former lewdness, | 2. The Lord is so desirous of it, that he will pass by all thy former Lewdness, | crd dt n1 vbz av j pp-f pn31, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d po21 j n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2057 | Page 117 |
11741 | if now thou wilt receive him, Ier. 3. 1. with 4. men will not do so, yet the Lord will; | if now thou wilt receive him, Jeremiah 3. 1. with 4. men will not do so, yet the Lord will; | cs av pns21 vm2 vvi pno31, np1 crd crd p-acp crd n2 vmb xx vdi av, av dt n1 vmb; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2057 | Page 117 |
11742 | what, when so many vanities are loved more than the Lord, can the jealous•e of Christ receive me? Yes that he can. | what, when so many vanities Are loved more than the Lord, can the jealous•e of christ receive me? Yes that he can. | r-crq, c-crq av d n2 vbr vvn av-dc cs dt n1, vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno11? uh cst pns31 vmb. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2057 | Page 117 |
11743 | 3. When the Lord hath cast off a poor creature for refusing him, yet then his heart yearns and his soul longs for it (many times) again, I a. 54. 5, 6. the Lord hath called thee as a wife of youth when refused; | 3. When the Lord hath cast off a poor creature for refusing him, yet then his heart yearns and his soul longs for it (many times) again, I a. 54. 5, 6. the Lord hath called thee as a wife of youth when refused; | crd c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvg pno31, av av po31 n1 vvz cc po31 n1 vvz p-acp pn31 (d n2) av, pns11 n1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq vvd; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2058 | Page 117 |
11744 | i. •. when God did appear to them, to refuse them; Oh wonderful! | i. •. when God did appear to them, to refuse them; O wondered! | sy. •. c-crq np1 vdd vvi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32; uh j! | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2058 | Page 117 |
11746 | yet these the Lord calls agan; | yet these the Lord calls agan; | av d dt n1 vvz av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2058 | Page 117 |
11747 | and hence the Lord comes upon his people Isa. 50. that complained, God had utterly re ected them, and all the fault is •n him: | and hence the Lord comes upon his people Isaiah 50. that complained, God had utterly re ected them, and all the fault is •n him: | cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 np1 crd cst vvd, np1 vhd av-j zz vvd pno32, cc d dt n1 vbz vvn pno31: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2058 | Page 117 |
11748 | no their sins had done it; but then he blames them that when he came, no man answered, &c. 4. All the anger of Christ, especially his greatest anger is expressed against a soul for want of this being willing to receive him; | no their Sins had done it; but then he blames them that when he Come, no man answered, etc. 4. All the anger of christ, especially his greatest anger is expressed against a soul for want of this being willing to receive him; | av-dx po32 n2 vhd vdn pn31; cc-acp cs pns31 vvz pno32 d c-crq pns31 vvd, dx n1 vvd, av crd av-d dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j po31 js n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d vbg j pc-acp vvi pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2058 | Page 117 |
11749 | when you say How doth the Lord regard or desire me, when he fights against me? | when you say How does the Lord regard or desire me, when he fights against me? | c-crq pn22 vvb c-crq vdz dt n1 n1 cc vvb pno11, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno11? | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2059 | Page 117 |
11750 | First, Is there an evil not inflicted, but devised against thee? (as many a one fears what is not yet made known) this is to make you r•turne, Jer. 18. 11. | First, Is there an evil not inflicted, but devised against thee? (as many a one fears what is not yet made known) this is to make you r•turne, Jer. 18. 11. | ord, vbz pc-acp dt n-jn xx vvn, cc-acp vvd p-acp pno21? (c-acp d dt crd n2 r-crq vbz xx av vvn vvn) d vbz pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb, np1 crd crd | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2060 | Page 117 |
11751 | Secondly, Are there any sorrows upon thy conscience, upon thy outward man, that God takes all comfort from thee? Hos. 2. 9. 14. 16. | Secondly, are there any sorrows upon thy conscience, upon thy outward man, that God Takes all Comfort from thee? Hos. 2. 9. 14. 16. | ord, vbr pc-acp d n2 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 j n1, cst np1 vvz d n1 p-acp pno21? np1 crd crd crd crd | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2061 | Page 117 |
11752 | Thirdly, Are there any evils inflicted upon others in this life, especially whole Churches, their Ordinances broken, Temples consumed, | Thirdly, are there any evils inflicted upon Others in this life, especially Whole Churches, their Ordinances broken, Temples consumed, | ord, vbr pc-acp d n2-jn vvn p-acp n2-jn p-acp d n1, av-j j-jn n2, po32 n2 vvn, n2 vvn, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2062 | Page 117 |
11753 | and laid into dung-heaps? it is to get thy good will, Jer. 3. 8. | and laid into dung-heaps? it is to get thy good will, Jer. 3. 8. | cc vvn p-acp n2? pn31 vbz p-acp vvb po21 j n1, np1 crd crd | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2062 | Page 117 |
11754 | Fourthly, Are there any gone down to Hell, who did once flourish here, that you have even seen the flames and tears before you of crying Ghosts; | Fourthly, are there any gone down to Hell, who did once flourish Here, that you have even seen the flames and tears before you of crying Ghosts; | ord, vbr pc-acp d vvn a-acp p-acp n1, r-crq vdd a-acp vvi av, cst pn22 vhb av vvn dt n2 cc n2 p-acp pn22 pp-f vvg n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2063 | Page 117 |
11755 | if so, then know it, it is that thou mightest draw near the Lord, Psalme 73. 26, 27. 5. The Lord professeth that he will give the choicest of all blessings to them that receive him; | if so, then know it, it is that thou Mightest draw near the Lord, Psalm 73. 26, 27. 5. The Lord Professes that he will give the Choicest of all blessings to them that receive him; | cs av, av vvb pn31, pn31 vbz d pns21 vmd2 vvi av-j dt n1, n1 crd crd, crd crd dt n1 vvz cst pns31 vmb vvi dt js pp-f d n2 p-acp pno32 cst vvi pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2063 | Page 117 |
11756 | and this argues strong desire, Psal. •1. 11, 12, 13. Honey out of the rock. | and this argues strong desire, Psalm •1. 11, 12, 13. Honey out of the rock. | cc d vvz j n1, np1 n1. crd, crd, crd n1 av pp-f dt n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2064 | Page 118 |
11757 | 1. Thou shalt have himself taking infinite delight in thee, because he will make thee beautiful with his own beauty, | 1. Thou shalt have himself taking infinite delight in thee, Because he will make thee beautiful with his own beauty, | crd pns21 vm2 vhi n1 vvg j n1 p-acp pno21, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno21 j p-acp po31 d n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2065 | Page 118 |
11758 | and cloath thee with it, Psa. 45. 12. | and cloth thee with it, Psa. 45. 12. | cc n1 pno21 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2065 | Page 118 |
11759 | 2. All creatures shall be servants to thee throughout the world, Hos. ••lt. As when one is married, all the servants in the Family are to serve her or him, | 2. All creatures shall be Servants to thee throughout the world, Hos. ••lt. As when one is married, all the Servants in the Family Are to serve her or him, | crd av-d n2 vmb vbi n2 p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1, np1 n1. c-acp c-crq pi vbz vvn, d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr pc-acp vvi pno31 cc pno31, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2066 | Page 118 |
11760 | so here it is in regard of the faithful: | so Here it is in regard of the faithful: | av av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f dt j: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2066 | Page 118 |
11761 | Oh that you could hear the voyce of the Lord Jesus, and his earnest suir to you herein. This you see is clear. | O that you could hear the voice of the Lord jesus, and his earnest suir to you herein. This you see is clear. | uh cst pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc po31 j n1 p-acp pn22 av. np1 pn22 vvb vbz j. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2066 | Page 118 |
11762 | There now wants nothing but for you to give your consent unto him, and therefore this is that which the Lord lays to the charge of men, viz. •heir breaking off the match; | There now Wants nothing but for you to give your consent unto him, and Therefore this is that which the Lord lays to the charge of men, viz. •heir breaking off the match; | a-acp av vvz pix cc-acp p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp pno31, cc av d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, n1 vvi vvg a-acp dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2067 | Page 118 |
11763 | and so Rev. 2•. 17. Whoever will, let him come and take; | and so Rev. 2•. 17. Whoever will, let him come and take; | cc av n1 n1. crd r-crq vmb, vvb pno31 vvi cc vvi; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2067 | Page 118 |
11764 | Prov. 1. 29, 30. they did not chuse the Lord, nor would none of the Lords counsel; | Curae 1. 29, 30. they did not choose the Lord, nor would none of the lords counsel; | np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1, ccx vmd pi pp-f dt n2 n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2067 | Page 118 |
11765 | and this made the Lord cast them off; so that now there is nothing but thy wll: | and this made the Lord cast them off; so that now there is nothing but thy wll: | cc d vvd dt n1 vvd pno32 a-acp; av cst av a-acp vbz pix cc-acp po21 vmb: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2067 | Page 118 |
12097 | An•w. And what if thou hadst lost thy life, and thy body were rent from thy soul, | An•w. And what if thou Hadst lost thy life, and thy body were rend from thy soul, | av. cc q-crq cs pns21 vhd2 vvn po21 n1, cc po21 n1 vbdr vvn p-acp po21 n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2152 | Page 130 |
11766 | Shall the Lord desire it, and wilt not ••ou be glad of it? there is no beauty in thee, | Shall the Lord desire it, and wilt not ••ou be glad of it? there is no beauty in thee, | vmb dt n1 vvb pn31, cc vm2 xx av vbi j pp-f pn31? pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno21, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2067 | Page 118 |
11767 | why he should do this to thee: there is in him beauty and excellency; | why he should do this to thee: there is in him beauty and excellency; | c-crq pns31 vmd vdi d p-acp pno21: pc-acp vbz p-acp pno31 n1 cc n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2067 | Page 118 |
11768 | Oh shall not this love win thee? Shall it be said another day, Wherefore is all this evil come upon such a one? had he not means? had he not offers? But this shall come against thee, You would not, Oh you would not. SECT. IV. ONly take these four Cautions concerning your consent. | O shall not this love win thee? Shall it be said Another day, Wherefore is all this evil come upon such a one? had he not means? had he not offers? But this shall come against thee, You would not, O you would not. SECT. IV. ONly take these four Cautions Concerning your consent. | uh vmb xx d n1 vvi pno21? vmb pn31 vbi vvn j-jn n1, q-crq vbz d d n-jn vvn p-acp d dt pi? vhd pns31 xx n2? vhd pns31 xx vvz? p-acp d vmb vvi p-acp pno21, pn22 vmd xx, uh pn22 vmd xx. n1. np1 av-j vvi d crd n2 vvg po22 n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2067 | Page 118 |
11769 | Take heed that your consent arise not only from fear of misery, for this is a forced consent, | Take heed that your consent arise not only from Fear of misery, for this is a forced consent, | vvb n1 cst po22 n1 vvb xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d vbz dt j-vvn n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2069 | Page 118 |
11770 | and is ever naught, and it appears so when the misery is past; many do thus in fears of death, or times of calamity; | and is ever nought, and it appears so when the misery is past; many do thus in fears of death, or times of calamity; | cc vbz av pix, cc pn31 vvz av c-crq dt n1 vbz j; d vdb av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2069 | Page 118 |
11771 | Oh then the Lord, Hos. 8. 1, 2, 3. Psal. 78. 34, 35. | O then the Lord, Hos. 8. 1, 2, 3. Psalm 78. 34, 35. | uh av dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 crd crd, crd | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2069 | Page 118 |
11772 | Secondly, Take heed it be not a conceit of your own making in days of peace; | Secondly, Take heed it be not a conceit of your own making in days of peace; | ord, vvb n1 pn31 vbb xx dt n1 pp-f po22 d vvg p-acp n2 pp-f n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2070 | Page 118 |
11773 | for that which you make from your selves, you will break also; | for that which you make from your selves, you will break also; | p-acp d r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb vvi av; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2070 | Page 118 |
11774 | but that it arise from the sence of thine own insufficiency to give consent, and the Lords Almighty power and infinite grace to work it, | but that it arise from the sense of thine own insufficiency to give consent, and the lords Almighty power and infinite grace to work it, | cc-acp cst pn31 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 d n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc dt n2 j-jn n1 cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2070 | Page 118 |
11775 | and then no powers of any creature can untie that knot. | and then no Powers of any creature can untie that knot. | cc av dx n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi d n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2070 | Page 118 |
11776 | Many hearing of this, Will you have Christ? Oh yes, withal my heart, and force a consent by their own labor; this is naught; | Many hearing of this, Will you have christ? O yes, withal my heart, and force a consent by their own labour; this is nought; | d vvg pp-f d, vmb pn22 vhb np1? uh uh, av po11 n1, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1; d vbz pix; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2071 | Page 118 |
11777 | and hence Ezek. 16. 60, 61. The Lord will receive that harlot but not by he• covenant, i. e. which she undertook in her own name; | and hence Ezekiel 16. 60, 61. The Lord will receive that harlot but not by he• Covenant, i. e. which she undertook in her own name; | cc av np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 cc-acp xx p-acp n1 n1, sy. sy. r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2071 | Page 118 |
11778 | no, the Lord must work it, Ier. 3. 19. How shall I do this for thee, &c. Hos. 2. 19. I will •etroth her: For no creature can incline the heart to another but the Lord; | no, the Lord must work it, Jeremiah 3. 19. How shall I do this for thee, etc. Hos. 2. 19. I will •etroth her: For no creature can incline the heart to Another but the Lord; | uh-dx, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, np1 crd crd q-crq vmb pns11 vdi d p-acp pno21, av np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi pno31: p-acp dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2071 | Page 118 |
11779 | there is a natural antipathy between Christ and the Soul; | there is a natural antipathy between christ and the Soul; | pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2071 | Page 118 |
11780 | and hence we see it in many a Christian, ask him, Why cannot you love the Lord, | and hence we see it in many a Christian, ask him, Why cannot you love the Lord, | cc av pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp d dt njp, vvb pno31, q-crq vmbx pn22 vvi dt n1, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2071 | Page 118 |
11781 | nor cleave to him? Oh because I know not why; I cannot, I have no heart; | nor cleave to him? O Because I know not why; I cannot, I have no heart; | ccx vvi p-acp pno31? uh c-acp pns11 vvb xx c-crq; pns11 vmbx, pns11 vhb dx n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2071 | Page 118 |
11782 | the truth is, you have hearts that do loath him; unless the Lord overcome you, you can never submit indeed unto the Lord. | the truth is, you have hearts that do loath him; unless the Lord overcome you, you can never submit indeed unto the Lord. | dt n1 vbz, pn22 vhb n2 cst vdb vvi pno31; cs dt n1 vvb pn22, pn22 vmb av-x vvi av p-acp dt n1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2071 | Page 118 |
11783 | Thirdly, Look that your consent be not made according to your own terms and conditions; | Thirdly, Look that your consent be not made according to your own terms and conditions; | ord, vvb d po22 n1 vbb xx vvn vvg p-acp po22 d n2 cc n2; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2072 | Page 118 |
11784 | for look as it is with a woman, if she shall say she is content to love such a man; | for look as it is with a woman, if she shall say she is content to love such a man; | c-acp vvb c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2072 | Page 118 |
11785 | but if she keeps an open Inn to entertain all strangers, and love all commers, or if there is one she is in league with; there can be no mariage; | but if she keeps an open Inn to entertain all Strangers, and love all comers, or if there is one she is in league with; there can be no marriage; | cc-acp cs pns31 vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, cc vvb d n2, cc cs pc-acp vbz pi pns31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp; pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2072 | Page 118 |
11805 | before you die, even one glimpse of his love. Post tenebras lucem spero. After my sickness December 12. 1639. | before you die, even one glimpse of his love. Post Darkness lucem spero. After my sickness December 12. 1639. | c-acp pn22 vvb, av crd n1 pp-f po31 n1. n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. p-acp po11 n1 np1 crd crd | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2076 | Page 119 |
11786 | so therefore the conditions are so, Receive the Lord, and give your consent to love him only, Prov. 8. 17. I love them that love me, otherwise the match will never be made, Isa. 50. 1. if you keep your wretched, unruly, stu•bo• w•lls st•ll, never hadst thou, | so Therefore the conditions Are so, Receive the Lord, and give your consent to love him only, Curae 8. 17. I love them that love me, otherwise the match will never be made, Isaiah 50. 1. if you keep your wretched, unruly, stu•bo• w•lls st•ll, never Hadst thou, | av av dt n2 vbr av, vvb dt n1, cc vvb po22 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb pno32 cst vvb pno11, av dt n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn, np1 crd crd cs pn22 vvb po22 j, j, n1 vvz av, av-x vhd2 pns21, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2072 | Page 119 |
11787 | or shalt thou have the Lord; | or shalt thou have the Lord; | cc vm2 pns21 vhi dt n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2072 | Page 119 |
11788 | Let thy sin be never so little, so close, as (it may be) sloth, it is death to pray; it may be 'tis pride; | Let thy since be never so little, so close, as (it may be) sloth, it is death to pray; it may be it's pride; | vvb po21 n1 vbb av-x av j, av av-j, c-acp (pn31 vmb vbi) n1, pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi; pn31 vmb vbi pn31|vbz n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2072 | Page 119 |
11789 | or whatever else it be, you must have your hearts first divorced from them, or thou canst not have Christ. | or whatever Else it be, you must have your hearts First divorced from them, or thou Canst not have christ. | cc r-crq av pn31 vbb, pn22 vmb vhi po22 n2 ord vvn p-acp pno32, cc pns21 vm2 xx vhi np1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2072 | Page 119 |
11790 | Fourthly, Take heed then that sence of want of dowry, beauty, portion in or from your selves, doth not hinder you from consent; | Fourthly, Take heed then that sense of want of dowry, beauty, portion in or from your selves, does not hinder you from consent; | ord, vvb n1 av d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1 p-acp cc p-acp po22 n2, vdz xx vvi pn22 p-acp n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2073 | Page 119 |
11791 | for the Lord requires no such thing of you; | for the Lord requires no such thing of you; | p-acp dt n1 vvz dx d n1 pp-f pn22; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2073 | Page 119 |
11792 | hence M•tth. 22. 4. All things are ready in Christ to receive from him, Ephes. 5. 25. 'Tis not for you to make ready to bring to him; only come; | hence M•tth. 22. 4. All things Are ready in christ to receive from him, Ephesians 5. 25. It's not for you to make ready to bring to him; only come; | av av. crd crd av-d n2 vbr j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz xx p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; av-j vvb; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2073 | Page 119 |
11793 | and the Lord doth bring his people to sence of vileness, that they may do thus, know that it is his Grace that makes the Lord close there. SECT. VIII. | and the Lord does bring his people to sense of vileness, that they may do thus, know that it is his Grace that makes the Lord close there. SECT. VIII. | cc dt n1 vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb vdi av, vvb cst pn31 vbz po31 n1 cst vvz dt n1 av-j a-acp. n1. np1. | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2073 | Page 119 |
11794 | NOW will you refuse, and not let the Lord have your hearts this day? | NOW will you refuse, and not let the Lord have your hearts this day? | av vmb pn22 vvi, cc xx vvb dt n1 vhb po22 n2 d n1? | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2074 | Page 119 |
11795 | First, is there any thing in the Lord that should keep thee from consenting? what good is there else but in him? what want of perfection there? his love is better than life; | First, is there any thing in the Lord that should keep thee from consenting? what good is there Else but in him? what want of perfection there? his love is better than life; | ord, vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vmd vvi pno21 p-acp vvg? q-crq j vbz a-acp av cc-acp p-acp pno31? q-crq n1 pp-f n1 a-acp? po31 n1 vbz jc cs n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2075 | Page 119 |
11796 | if there be any thing in the world that can be better to thee, or do greater things for thee, make thy match; | if there be any thing in the world that can be better to thee, or do greater things for thee, make thy match; | cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vbi jc p-acp pno21, cc vdb jc n2 p-acp pno21, vvb po21 n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2075 | Page 119 |
11797 | but who can pay thy debts? who can fetch thee out of prison? who can put beauty on thee? who ever did thee good but the Lord? therefore there is none like him; | but who can pay thy debts? who can fetch thee out of prison? who can put beauty on thee? who ever did thee good but the Lord? Therefore there is none like him; | cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi po21 n2? q-crq vmb vvi pno21 av pp-f n1? q-crq vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno21? q-crq av vdd pno21 j p-acp dt n1? av a-acp vbz pix j pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2075 | Page 119 |
11798 | he will cloth thee, possess thee, &c. Secondly, is there any thing in thy self that keeps thee from consenting; | he will cloth thee, possess thee, etc. Secondly, is there any thing in thy self that keeps thee from consenting; | pns31 vmb vvi pno21, vvb pno21, av ord, vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp po21 n1 cst vvz pno21 p-acp vvg; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2075 | Page 119 |
11799 | hast thou no need of him, or consenting to him? you may, it is true, have other creatures to adorn you; | hast thou no need of him, or consenting to him? you may, it is true, have other creatures to adorn you; | vh2 pns21 dx n1 pp-f pno31, cc vvg p-acp pno31? pn22 vmb, pn31 vbz j, vhb j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pn22; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2076 | Page 119 |
11800 | as they Ezek. 16. 37, 38. But the Lord will gather your lovers together, and give you blood and fury in his jealousie: | as they Ezekiel 16. 37, 38. But the Lord will gather your lovers together, and give you blood and fury in his jealousy: | c-acp pns32 np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi po22 n2 av, cc vvb pn22 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1: | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2076 | Page 119 |
11801 | I mean, when the Lord shall come at this day, to embrace, comfort, glorifie others; thou shalt not have a smile from him; | I mean, when the Lord shall come At this day, to embrace, Comfort, Glorify Others; thou shalt not have a smile from him; | pns11 vvb, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi, n1, vvi n2-jn; pns21 vm2 xx vhi dt n1 p-acp pno31; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2076 | Page 119 |
11802 | Oh men now despise the Lord, and his Grace and Patience; | O men now despise the Lord, and his Grace and Patience; | uh n2 av vvi dt n1, cc po31 n1 cc n1; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2076 | Page 119 |
11803 | tell them of a match with the Son of God, they regard it not, no more than a tale that is told; | tell them of a match with the Son of God, they regard it not, no more than a tale that is told; | vvb pno32 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb pn31 xx, av-dx dc cs dt n1 cst vbz vvn; | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2076 | Page 119 |
11804 | well, the Lord will bring you into horrors, wherein you shall prize and be glad of this, | well, the Lord will bring you into horrors, wherein you shall prize and be glad of this, | av, dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n2, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi cc vbi j pp-f d, | (44) chapter (DIV2) | 2076 | Page 119 |
11967 | and he fears also (it may be) that he shall never come to heaven; | and he fears also (it may be) that he shall never come to heaven; | cc pns31 vvz av (pn31 vmb vbi) cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2118 | Page 125 |
11806 | CHAP. XVIII. Shews that Christ will not tarry when once his time is come; and the folly of such whose work is then to do; | CHAP. XVIII. Shows that christ will not tarry when once his time is come; and the folly of such whose work is then to do; | np1 np1. vvz d np1 vmb xx vvi c-crq a-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn; cc dt n1 pp-f d rg-crq n1 vbz av pc-acp vdi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2076 | Page 120 |
11807 | and that the blessedness of Saints consists in immediate communion with Christ. SECT. I. THe coming of Christ, we have heard is set forth first from the time of it, viz. just then when the foolish went to buy: | and that the blessedness of Saints consists in immediate communion with christ. SECT. I. THe coming of christ, we have herd is Set forth First from the time of it, viz. just then when the foolish went to buy: | cc cst dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp np1. n1. np1 dt n-vvg pp-f np1, pns12 vhb vvn vbz vvn av ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, n1 av av c-crq dt j vvd pc-acp vvi: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2076 | Page 120 |
11808 | Could not the Lord so patient and long suffering, tarry a little while longer for them? especially seeing they went not about any sinful work, | Could not the Lord so patient and long suffering, tarry a little while longer for them? especially seeing they went not about any sinful work, | vmd xx dt n1 av j cc j n1, vvb dt j n1 av-jc p-acp pno32? av-j vvg pns32 vvd xx p-acp d j n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2077 | Page 120 |
11809 | but were using the means to get that grace now which their vessels were empty of before? No, | but were using the means to get that grace now which their vessels were empty of before? No, | cc-acp vbdr vvg dt n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 av q-crq po32 n2 vbdr j pp-f a-acp? uh-dx, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2077 | Page 120 |
11810 | but the Lord deals with all men, especially that live under the means; as he did with these foolish Virgins. | but the Lord deals with all men, especially that live under the means; as he did with these foolish Virgins. | cc-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2, av-j cst vvb p-acp dt n2; c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp d j n2. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2077 | Page 120 |
11811 | That as God is long-suffering towards men, |
That as God is long-suffering towards men, while through ignorance of their spiritual Wants and security of heart they have no hearts to use the means for supply. | cst p-acp np1 vbz j p-acp n2, n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n2 cc n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vhb dx n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2078 | Page 120 |
11812 | So if once his time of forbearance be slept out, he will not tarry one moment longer; | So if once his time of forbearance be slept out, he will not tarry one moment longer; | av cs a-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn av, pns31 vmb xx vvi crd n1 av-jc; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2078 | Page 120 |
11813 | even when men are most diligent in the use of means for spiritual supplies; | even when men Are most diligent in the use of means for spiritual supplies; | av c-crq n2 vbr av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2078 | Page 120 |
11814 | when Christ hath a heart to help, many people have none either to see their wants, or seek for help; | when christ hath a heart to help, many people have none either to see their Wants, or seek for help; | c-crq np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, d n1 vhb pix d pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2078 | Page 120 |
11815 | when men have hearts thus to do, then Christ hath none, because his time of tarrying is out; | when men have hearts thus to do, then christ hath none, Because his time of tarrying is out; | c-crq n2 vhb n2 av pc-acp vdi, cs np1 vhz pix, c-acp po31 n1 pp-f n-vvg vbz av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2078 | Page 120 |
11816 | when men are worst and most secure, Christs door is open to them many times; when men are best and indeed awakened, Christs heart and door is shut against them, as it was here; | when men Are worst and most secure, Christ door is open to them many times; when men Are best and indeed awakened, Christ heart and door is shut against them, as it was Here; | c-crq n2 vbr js cc av-ds j, npg1 n1 vbz j p-acp pno32 d n2; c-crq n2 vbr js cc av vvn, npg1 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp pn31 vbds av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2078 | Page 120 |
11817 | for what are the best endeavors of foolish Virgins? what excellency is there in them, that the Lord of glory should stay their leisure, | for what Are the best endeavors of foolish Virgins? what excellency is there in them, that the Lord of glory should stay their leisure, | p-acp r-crq vbr dt js n2 pp-f j n2? q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp pno32, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi po32 n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2078 | Page 120 |
11818 | after long neglect of himself, and loss of precious time? SECT. II. BE sure you sleep not out the day time of Grace; |
After long neglect of himself, and loss of precious time? SECT. II BE sure you sleep not out the day time of Grace; especially you. | p-acp j n1 pp-f px31, cc n1 pp-f j n1? n1. crd vbb j pn22 vvb xx av dt n1 n1 pp-f n1; av-j pn22. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2078 | Page 120 |
11819 | 1. That know you want oyl in your vessels, and Grace in your hearts, and mercy to your souls, | 1. That know you want oil in your vessels, and Grace in your hearts, and mercy to your Souls, | crd cst vvb pn22 vvb n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc n1 p-acp po22 n2, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2080 | Page 120 |
11820 | and think I would not die yet for a world. | and think I would not die yet for a world. | cc vvb pns11 vmd xx vvi av p-acp dt n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2080 | Page 120 |
11821 | 2. You that being asleep with these foolish Virgins, dream you are rich, and want nothing, | 2. You that being asleep with these foolish Virgins, dream you Are rich, and want nothing, | crd pn22 cst vbg j p-acp d j n2, vvb pn22 vbr j, cc vvb pix, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11822 | and would be half offended with them that should tell you to your face, or bat think in their hearts that you have no grace, | and would be half offended with them that should tell you to your face, or bat think in their hearts that you have no grace, | cc vmd vbi av-jn vvn p-acp pno32 cst vmd vvi pn22 p-acp po22 n1, cc n1 vvb p-acp po32 n2 cst pn22 vhb dx n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11823 | when indeed you are poor and empty, and naked; | when indeed you Are poor and empty, and naked; | c-crq av pn22 vbr j cc j, cc j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11824 | — Take heed you give not that answer to time that tarries for you, and unto Christ that waits upon you, | — Take heed you give not that answer to time that tarries for you, and unto christ that waits upon you, | — vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx d n1 p-acp n1 cst vvz p-acp pn22, cc p-acp np1 cst vvz p-acp pn22, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11825 | as Felix to Paul, when his heart trembled to hear of judgement to come; I will speak with you at a more conv•••ent season; | as Felix to Paul, when his heart trembled to hear of judgement to come; I will speak with you At a more conv•••ent season; | c-acp np1 p-acp np1, c-crq po31 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt av-dc j n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11826 | The Lord hath not left Churches without examples of the terrour of Christs patience in this kind, who upon their beds of distresse have lamented before men; | The Lord hath not left Churches without Examples of the terror of Christ patience in this kind, who upon their Beds of distress have lamented before men; | dt n1 vhz xx vvn n2 p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1 vhb vvn p-acp n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11827 | Oh my time is out, Call time again, call tim•again; | O my time is out, Call time again, call tim•again; | uh po11 n1 vbz av, vvb n1 av, vvb av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11828 | and who have besought it of God with tears, as he did the blessing, and cryed out, What Lord, wilt not give me one houre, one day more! | and who have besought it of God with tears, as he did the blessing, and cried out, What Lord, wilt not give me one hour, one day more! | cc q-crq vhb vvn pn31 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vdd dt n1, cc vvd av, q-crq n1, vm2 xx vvi pno11 crd n1, crd n1 av-dc! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11829 | and so like men sinking have ca•ch'd hold on any thing to save them, whiles others have stood upon the shoar lamenting of them, the Lord be merciful to them; | and so like men sinking have ca•ched hold on any thing to save them, while Others have stood upon the shore lamenting of them, the Lord be merciful to them; | cc av j n2 vvg vhi vvn vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cs n2-jn vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 vvg pp-f pno32, dt n1 vbb j p-acp pno32; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11830 | this may be your case, that neither your tears nor blood can purchase a moments time. | this may be your case, that neither your tears nor blood can purchase a moments time. | d vmb vbi po22 n1, cst dx po22 n2 ccx n1 vmb vvi dt ng1 n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2081 | Page 121 |
11831 | Look to it that your vessel be not found empty at the coming of the Lord; | Look to it that your vessel be not found empty At the coming of the Lord; | vvb p-acp pn31 cst po22 n1 vbb xx vvn j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2082 | Page 121 |
11832 | it is a dying time in this Countrey, and the Lord hath taken away some, and those that were ready are gone into the Marriage. | it is a dying time in this Country, and the Lord hath taken away Some, and those that were ready Are gone into the Marriage. | pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 vhz vvn av d, cc d cst vbdr j vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2082 | Page 121 |
11833 | Consider of it that faith, that grace which you think you have now, may prove but chaffe and stubble when it comes to be tryed in the fire of the Lords coming; | Consider of it that faith, that grace which you think you have now, may prove but chaff and stubble when it comes to be tried in the fire of the lords coming; | np1 pp-f pn31 d n1, cst n1 r-crq pn22 vvb pn22 vhb av, vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2082 | Page 121 |
11834 | the best man will fi•de all l•ttle enough; then be sure you misse not of it now: | the best man will fi•de all l•ttle enough; then be sure you miss not of it now: | dt js n1 vmb vvi d j av-d; av vbb j pn22 vvb xx pp-f pn31 av: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2082 | Page 121 |
11835 | Do not think I will pray, and seek then, and I hope to finde, though thou art secure now; | Do not think I will pray, and seek then, and I hope to find, though thou art secure now; | vdb xx vvi pns11 vmb vvi, cc vvi av, cc pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi, cs pns21 vb2r j av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2082 | Page 121 |
11836 | think of this point, When did Christ come and shut the door, but when the Virgins went out to buy? but woe, woe to thy dead heart; | think of this point, When did christ come and shut the door, but when the Virgins went out to buy? but woe, woe to thy dead heart; | vvb pp-f d n1, q-crq vdd np1 vvi cc vvd dt n1, cc-acp c-crq dt n2 vvd av pc-acp vvi? cc-acp n1, uh-n p-acp po21 j n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2082 | Page 121 |
11837 | some here present shall seek Christ, and not finde him, but shall dye in their sins; | Some Here present shall seek christ, and not find him, but shall die in their Sins; | d av j vmb vvi np1, cc xx vvi pno31, cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2082 | Page 121 |
11838 | till arrows are in your hearts, you will not cry. SECT. III. | till arrows Are in your hearts, you will not cry. SECT. III. | c-acp n2 vbr p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vmb xx vvi. n1. np1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2082 | Page 121 |
11839 | THat after long profession of godlinesse, |
THat After long profession of godliness, it is a piece of foolishness to have any thing then to do but to die, | cst p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vhi d n1 av pc-acp vdi cc-acp pc-acp vvi, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2083 | Page 121 |
11840 | and so to give welcome to the Lord Jesus: These Virgins when they were to dye, were then to buy; | and so to give welcome to the Lord jesus: These Virgins when they were to die, were then to buy; | cc av pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 np1: d n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi, vbdr av pc-acp vvi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2083 | Page 121 |
11841 | when they were to receive Christ, were then to seek for oyle in their Vessels, that so they might be ready to receive Christ; but of this hereafter. | when they were to receive christ, were then to seek for oil in their Vessels, that so they might be ready to receive christ; but of this hereafter. | c-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi np1, vbdr av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst av pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi np1; cc-acp pp-f d av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2083 | Page 121 |
11842 | Oh their sad condition that have all to seek yet! |
O their sad condition that have all to seek yet! Be not ever seeking, never find•ng; | uh po32 j n1 cst vhb d pc-acp vvi av! vbb xx av vvg, av-x vvg; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2084 | Page 121 |
11843 | but so seeking, as that when you dye, you may say, Com• Lord, I am ready! SECT. IV. ly. | but so seeking, as that when you die, you may say, Com• Lord, I am ready! SECT. IV. lie. | cc-acp av vvg, c-acp cst c-crq pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi, n1 n1, pns11 vbm j! n1. np1 vvi. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2085 | Page 121 |
11844 | THis Coming of Christ is set fo•th from the different entertainment of the Virgins, and Christs different carriage toward them. | THis Coming of christ is Set fo•th from the different entertainment of the Virgins, and Christ different carriage towards them. | d vvg pp-f np1 vbz vvn av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc npg1 j n1 p-acp pno32. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2086 | Page 121 |
11845 | 1. For his entertainment to the wise Virgins; | 1. For his entertainment to the wise Virgins; | crd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2087 | Page 121 |
11846 | that is set down to be an entring or admittance into marriage, fellowship, communion and joy with the Lord Jesus; which •s amplified | that is Set down to be an entering or admittance into marriage, fellowship, communion and joy with the Lord jesus; which •s amplified | cst vbz vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi dt vvg cc n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1; r-crq vbz vvn | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2087 | Page 121 |
11847 | First, From the Antecedent (not cause) of it, and that is their readinesse. Secondly, The Consequent of this their Communion, the Doo• was shut. | First, From the Antecedent (not cause) of it, and that is their readiness. Secondly, The Consequent of this their Communion, the Doo• was shut. | ord, p-acp dt n1 (xx n1) pp-f pn31, cc d vbz po32 n1. ord, dt j pp-f d po32 n1, dt np1 vbds vvn. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2088 | Page 121 |
11848 | That the last end, and full blessednesse of all the Elect espoused here to Christ, it consists in immediate communion with Jesus Christ alone. | That the last end, and full blessedness of all the Elect espoused Here to christ, it consists in immediate communion with jesus christ alone. | cst dt ord n1, cc j n1 pp-f d dt n1 vvn av p-acp np1, pn31 vvz p-acp j n1 p-acp np1 np1 av-j. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2090 | Page 122 |
11849 | What becomes of these Wise Virgins? they enter into near comm•••ion and fellowship with the Bridegroom Jesus Christ. | What becomes of these Wise Virgins? they enter into near comm•••ion and fellowship with the Bridegroom jesus christ. | q-crq vvz pp-f d j n2? pns32 vvb p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2091 | Page 122 |
11850 | What becomes of the souls of all the Elect when they are separated from the body, | What becomes of the Souls of all the Elect when they Are separated from the body, | q-crq vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2091 | Page 122 |
11851 | and from this World? the spirit returns to God that gave it; so the soul returns to Chris• that bought it. | and from this World? the Spirit returns to God that gave it; so the soul returns to Chris• that bought it. | cc p-acp d n1? dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 cst vvd pn31; av dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 cst vvd pn31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2091 | Page 122 |
11852 | When this World shall be burnt up, what will become of the souls and bodies of the Elect, | When this World shall be burned up, what will become of the Souls and bodies of the Elect, | c-crq d n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-vvn, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2091 | Page 122 |
11853 | when there shall be no more Sun to shine, nor Kingdom to rule, nor Creatures to comfort? they shall ascend from the clouds up into the marriage-chamber of the Son of God, | when there shall be no more Sun to shine, nor Kingdom to Rule, nor Creatures to Comfort? they shall ascend from the Clouds up into the Marriage-chamber of the Son of God, | c-crq a-acp vmb vbi dx dc n1 pc-acp vvi, ccx n1 pc-acp vvi, ccx n2 pc-acp vvi? pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2091 | Page 122 |
11854 | and be for ever with the Lord, and the Lord alone; | and be for ever with the Lord, and the Lord alone; | cc vbi c-acp av p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 av-j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2091 | Page 122 |
11855 | and this is their blessednesse, &c. Blessednesse, yea, the last and only blessednesse, even of heaven it self. | and this is their blessedness, etc. Blessedness, yea, the last and only blessedness, even of heaven it self. | cc d vbz po32 n1, av n1, uh, dt ord cc j n1, av pp-f n1 pn31 n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2091 | Page 122 |
11856 | Iohn 17. 23. There are variety of creatures here, and in every one there is drop't some sweet; | John 17. 23. There Are variety of creatures Here, and in every one there is dropped Some sweet; | np1 crd crd pc-acp vbr n1 pp-f n2 av, cc p-acp d crd a-acp vbz vvn d j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2092 | Page 122 |
11857 | but the Lords end is to make his people perfect in one; | but the lords end is to make his people perfect in one; | cc-acp dt n2 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j p-acp pi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2092 | Page 122 |
11858 | how is that? God in Christ communicating all his goodnesse to his Son, and so living in him, | how is that? God in christ communicating all his Goodness to his Son, and so living in him, | c-crq vbz d? np1 p-acp np1 vvg d po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvg p-acp pno31, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2092 | Page 122 |
11859 | then Christ communicates all his own and Fathers love and goodnesse unto them, and so lives in them, | then christ communicates all his own and Father's love and Goodness unto them, and so lives in them, | cs np1 n2 d po31 d cc ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, cc av vvz p-acp pno32, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2092 | Page 122 |
11860 | and now they are in him, and so made perfect in one; as those that are thirsty for a time, are refreshed with some drops, | and now they Are in him, and so made perfect in one; as those that Are thirsty for a time, Are refreshed with Some drops, | cc av pns32 vbr p-acp pno31, cc av vvd j p-acp pi; p-acp d cst vbr j p-acp dt n1, vbr vvn p-acp d n2, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2092 | Page 122 |
11861 | or waters running in their Channels, at last they come to the wellhead, where they partake of all together. | or waters running in their Channels, At last they come to the wellhead, where they partake of all together. | cc n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2, p-acp ord pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvb pp-f d av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2092 | Page 122 |
11862 | 1 Thes. 5. 10. This is the end of Christs death, that we might live together with him; | 1 Thebes 5. 10. This is the end of Christ death, that we might live together with him; | crd np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi av p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2093 | Page 122 |
11863 | not live only from him, but live with him, and together with him; in beginnings here, hereafter fully. SECT. V. BEcause God the Father hath laid up all his glory most abundantly in Christ. | not live only from him, but live with him, and together with him; in beginnings Here, hereafter Fully. SECT. V. Because God the Father hath laid up all his glory most abundantly in christ. | xx vvi av-j p-acp pno31, p-acp vvb p-acp pno31, cc av p-acp pno31; p-acp n2 av, av av-j. n1. n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp d po31 n1 av-ds av-j p-acp np1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2093 | Page 122 |
11864 | Col. 2. 3. Treasures of Wisdom; it shines in the face of christ. 2 Cor. 4. 5, 6. and all our glory also. | np1 crd crd n2 pp-f n1; pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd np1 crd crd, crd cc d po12 n1 av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2094 | Page 122 | |
11865 | Luk. 2. 32. Glory of his people Israel. Psal. 29. 19. In his Temple he uttereth all his glory; | Luk. 2. 32. Glory of his people Israel. Psalm 29. 19. In his Temple he utters all his glory; | np1 crd crd n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1. np1 crd crd p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz d po31 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2094 | Page 122 |
11866 | in the world, there it sparkles in every creature, and the heavens declare it; but there is but some, and that common to all tongues and languages; | in the world, there it sparkles in every creature, and the heavens declare it; but there is but Some, and that Common to all tongues and languages; | p-acp dt n1, a-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n1, cc dt n2 vvb pn31; cc-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp d, cc cst j p-acp d n2 cc n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2094 | Page 122 |
12119 | for sometimes that which fills the heart, is not things present; | for sometime that which fills the heart, is not things present; | c-acp av cst r-crq vvz dt n1, vbz xx n2 vvi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2155 | Page 130 |
11867 | but in this Temple, the Lord Jesus especially, there all the Fathers glory is uttered, and himself doth utter it. | but in this Temple, the Lord jesus especially, there all the Father's glory is uttered, and himself does utter it. | cc-acp p-acp d n1, dt n1 np1 av-j, a-acp d dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn, cc px31 vdz vvi pn31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2094 | Page 122 |
11868 | Treasures are such things where there are 1. Precious things. 2. Abundance of them. 3. Hidden, not open to all. | Treasures Are such things where there Are 1. Precious things. 2. Abundance of them. 3. Hidden, not open to all. | n2 vbr d n2 c-crq pc-acp vbr crd j n2. crd n1 pp-f pno32. crd vvn, xx j p-acp d. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2094 | Page 122 |
11869 | 4. They are sure and safe there, for their owners to take and enrich themselves withall; | 4. They Are sure and safe there, for their owners to take and enrich themselves withal; | crd pns32 vbr j cc j a-acp, p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi px32 av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 122 |
11870 | so it is in Christ, there is first, precious things; all Gods preciousnesse, and all our precious things; | so it is in christ, there is First, precious things; all God's preciousness, and all our precious things; | av pn31 vbz p-acp np1, pc-acp vbz ord, j n2; d ng1 n1, cc d po12 j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 122 |
11871 | our life, our peace, our joy, our strength, &c. and secondly, abundance of them; thirdly, hid from the world, and unknown in part to the Saints; | our life, our peace, our joy, our strength, etc. and secondly, abundance of them; Thirdly, hid from the world, and unknown in part to the Saints; | po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 n1, po12 n1, av cc ord, n1 pp-f pno32; ord, vvn p-acp dt n1, cc j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 122 |
11872 | fourthly, but sure there for their owners, and Christ is the treasure of all these treasures, which are infinite as God himself is; | fourthly, but sure there for their owners, and christ is the treasure of all these treasures, which Are infinite as God himself is; | j, cc-acp j a-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d d n2, r-crq vbr j c-acp np1 px31 vbz; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 122 |
11873 | now if all our glory, and the glory of God be in Christ; then as privation of, and separation from this glory is the last and only misery; | now if all our glory, and the glory of God be in christ; then as privation of, and separation from this glory is the last and only misery; | av cs d po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb p-acp np1; av c-acp n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp d n1 vbz dt ord cc j n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 122 |
11874 | so conjunction to, and communion with, and fruition of this glory, must be the last and great happinesse of the Elect. I would convince any carnal heart by this Argument; | so conjunction to, and communion with, and fruition of this glory, must be the last and great happiness of the Elect. I would convince any carnal heart by this Argument; | av n1 p-acp, cc n1 p-acp, cc n1 pp-f d n1, vmb vbi dt ord cc j n1 pp-f dt np1 pns11 vmd vvi d j n1 p-acp d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 122 |
11875 | Didst ever finde any comfort from any creature? that comfort is not from it, but from the Lord by it; | Didst ever find any Comfort from any creature? that Comfort is not from it, but from the Lord by it; | vdd2 av vvi d n1 p-acp d n1? cst n1 vbz xx p-acp pn31, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 122 |
11876 | for creatures are but as cold water, all their warmth is from the fire; | for creatures Are but as cold water, all their warmth is from the fire; | c-acp n2 vbr cc-acp p-acp j-jn n1, d po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 122 |
11877 | now there is but a little of the sweetnesse of God, because creatures can hold but little, it is so narrow a vessel; | now there is but a little of the sweetness of God, Because creatures can hold but little, it is so narrow a vessel; | av a-acp vbz p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp n2 vmb vvi p-acp j, pn31 vbz av j dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 122 |
11878 | but in the Lord Jesus all the goodnesse of God is gathered together there, which is scattered in several creatures here; | but in the Lord jesus all the Goodness of God is gathered together there, which is scattered in several creatures Here; | cc-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av a-acp, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n2 av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 123 |
11879 | nay, not fin•te, but infinite goodnesse and glory; therefore this is our blessednesse. | nay, not fin•te, but infinite Goodness and glory; Therefore this is our blessedness. | uh-x, xx j, cc-acp j n1 cc n1; av d vbz po12 n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2098 | Page 123 |
11880 | In regard of God the Fathers exce•ding great love, |
In regard of God the Father's exce•ding great love, and the purpose of God to manifest it to the Sons of men; | p-acp n1 pp-f np1 dt ng1 n1 j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
11881 | this is the nature of love, when one is in a blessed condition himself, he will labour to bring those it loves to that condition; | this is the nature of love, when one is in a blessed condition himself, he will labour to bring those it loves to that condition; | d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pi vbz p-acp dt j-vvn n1 px31, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d pn31 vvz p-acp d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
11882 | now the blessednesse of God lies in fellowship with his son, Prov. 8. 30. Now God the Father loves them dearly, | now the blessedness of God lies in fellowship with his son, Curae 8. 30. Now God the Father loves them dearly, | av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd av np1 dt n1 vvz pno32 av-jn, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
11883 | and would have all the world to know that he doth so, and hence brings them at last into the same fellowship with himself in his son; | and would have all the world to know that he does so, and hence brings them At last into the same fellowship with himself in his son; | cc vmd vhi d dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vdz av, cc av vvz pno32 p-acp ord p-acp dt d n1 p-acp px31 p-acp po31 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
11884 | Iohn 17. 23. That the world may know thou hast loved me; | John 17. 23. That the world may know thou hast loved me; | np1 crd crd cst dt n1 vmb vvi pns21 vh2 vvn pno11; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
11885 | the Father out of his infinite love commu•icates himself to Christ, and his fellowship is with the Father; | the Father out of his infinite love commu•icates himself to christ, and his fellowship is with the Father; | dt n1 av pp-f po31 j n1 vvz px31 p-acp np1, cc po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
11886 | all know this is a dear love; in mean while love to his Saints is unknown; | all know this is a dear love; in mean while love to his Saints is unknown; | d vvb d vbz dt j-jn n1; p-acp j n1 vvi p-acp po31 n2 vbz j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
12387 | but are you ready for Christ? yes, I hope I am; | but Are you ready for christ? yes, I hope I am; | cc-acp vbr pn22 j p-acp np1? uh, pns11 vvb pns11 vbm; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 139 |
11887 | they and the wicked share all alike; and the Saints have the least portion and worst part many times; | they and the wicked share all alike; and the Saints have the least portion and worst part many times; | pns32 cc dt j n1 d av; cc dt n2 vhb dt ds n1 cc js n1 d n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
11888 | so that men cannot see by any outward thing any more love to them, than unto others; | so that men cannot see by any outward thing any more love to them, than unto Others; | av d n2 vmbx vvi p-acp d j n1 d dc n1 p-acp pno32, cs p-acp n2-jn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
11889 | the time will come that they shall be made perfect in one, as near the Lord as can be, that the world may know this love, &c. | the time will come that they shall be made perfect in one, as near the Lord as can be, that the world may know this love, etc. | dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pi, c-acp av-j dt n1 c-acp vmb vbi, cst dt n1 vmb vvi d n1, av | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2099 | Page 123 |
11890 | When Abso•om had slain his brother, and fled from his father, it is said, 2 Sam. 13. 39. that the s•ul of David longed, | When Abso•om had slave his brother, and fled from his father, it is said, 2 Sam. 13. 39. that the s•ul of David longed, | c-crq n1 vhd vvn po31 n1, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbz vvn, crd np1 crd crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2100 | Page 123 |
11891 | or was consumed to go forth to him; David might have said, I will never look after him more; | or was consumed to go forth to him; David might have said, I will never look After him more; | cc vbds vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno31; np1 vmd vhi vvn, pns11 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno31 av-dc; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2100 | Page 123 |
11892 | so might the Lord have said to us; | so might the Lord have said to us; | av vmd dt n1 vhb vvn p-acp pno12; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2100 | Page 123 |
11893 | or if he l•ved, he might never have manifested it (as David ) but the Lord must shew his love, &c. Because this is the end of all the prayers and endeavours, |
or if he l•ved, he might never have manifested it (as David) but the Lord must show his love, etc. Because this is the end of all the Prayers and endeavours, and all the workings of the Saints in this World: | cc cs pns31 vvd, pns31 vmd av-x vhi vvn pn31 (c-acp np1) p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, av p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 cc n2, cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2100 | Page 123 |
11894 | Suppose all glory be in Christ; | Suppose all glory be in christ; | vvb d n1 vbb p-acp np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2101 | Page 123 |
11895 | let a thing be never so good, but if a man hath no desires after it, hath no mind to it, it would not be blessednesse to him; | let a thing be never so good, but if a man hath no Desires After it, hath no mind to it, it would not be blessedness to him; | vvb dt n1 vbi av-x av j, cc-acp cs dt n1 vhz dx n2 p-acp pn31, vhz dx n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vmd xx vbi n1 p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2101 | Page 123 |
11896 | but this is the end of all the prayers, duties of the Saints, if at last they may be with the Lord, Phil. 3. 8, 9. Joh. 4. 14. He shall never thirst, their desires are taken off from other things, •ut only their hearts are to this. | but this is the end of all the Prayers, duties of the Saints, if At last they may be with the Lord, Philip 3. 8, 9. John 4. 14. He shall never thirst, their Desires Are taken off from other things, •ut only their hearts Are to this. | cc-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2, n2 pp-f dt n2, cs p-acp ord pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vmb av-x vvi, po32 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av av-j po32 n2 vbr p-acp d. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2101 | Page 123 |
11897 | If there be any pillow the Lord lets them sleep upon in this world, they shall finde it hard at last, | If there be any pillow the Lord lets them sleep upon in this world, they shall find it hard At last, | cs pc-acp vbb d n1 dt n1 vvz pno32 vvi p-acp p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av-j p-acp ord, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2101 | Page 123 |
11898 | and arise with a Kings head and heart, and say, Oh here is not my rest; | and arise with a Kings head and heart, and say, O Here is not my rest; | cc vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1, cc vvi, uh av vbz xx po11 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2101 | Page 123 |
11899 | the best entertainment this world can give, hath ever somewhat mixt with it, that makes the people of God say, Oh that I might be with the Lord! SECT. VI. | the best entertainment this world can give, hath ever somewhat mixed with it, that makes the people of God say, O that I might be with the Lord! SECT. VI. | dt js n1 d n1 vmb vvi, vhz av av vvn p-acp pn31, cst vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb, uh cst pns11 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1! n1. crd. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2101 | Page 123 |
11900 | Quest. SH•ll not the happinesse of the Saints partly lie in fellowship with •he Sai•s? | Quest. SH•ll not the happiness of the Saints partly lie in fellowship with •he Sai•s? | n1. vmb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n2 av vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j n2? | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2102 | Page 123 |
11901 | Answ. 1. True, but this is but a consequent to the former; | Answer 1. True, but this is but a consequent to the former; | np1 crd j, cc-acp d vbz p-acp dt j p-acp dt j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2103 | Page 123 |
11902 | as separ•tion from God is •he substance of misery in hell, but other things follow upon it; | as separ•tion from God is •he substance of misery in hell, but other things follow upon it; | c-acp n1 p-acp np1 vbz j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp j-jn n2 vvb p-acp pn31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2103 | Page 123 |
11903 | viz. communion with Reprobates and Divels; so here we have first communio• with Christ, here is the substance of our blessednesse; | viz. communion with Reprobates and Devils; so Here we have First communio• with christ, Here is the substance of our blessedness; | n1 n1 p-acp n2-jn cc n2; av av pns12 vhi ord n1 p-acp np1, av vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2103 | Page 123 |
11904 | then this is acciden•al• and follows upon that; viz. the communion with the Saints, which is exceeding sweet. | then this is acciden•al• and follows upon that; viz. the communion with the Saints, which is exceeding sweet. | av d vbz n1 cc vvz p-acp d; n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vbz av-vvg j. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2103 | Page 123 |
11905 | 2. That good we shall have in communion with Saints, is not from themselves, but Christ in them; | 2. That good we shall have in communion with Saints, is not from themselves, but christ in them; | crd cst j pns12 vmb vhi p-acp n1 p-acp n2, vbz xx p-acp px32, cc-acp np1 p-acp pno32; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2104 | Page 123 |
11906 | as 2 Thess. 1. 10. Christ shalls be admired in all his Saints; so Christ shall •hen in his Saints and Angels; | as 2 Thess 1. 10. christ shalls be admired in all his Saints; so christ shall •hen in his Saints and Angels; | c-acp crd np1 crd crd np1 vmb|pns12 vbb vvn p-acp d po31 n2; av np1 vmb av p-acp po31 n2 cc n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2104 | Page 123 |
11907 | it is the light of the Sun that shines in the Stars, and they shall do nothing but set out the praises of Christ. | it is the Light of the Sun that shines in the Stars, and they shall do nothing but Set out the praises of christ. | pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n2, cc pns32 vmb vdi pix cc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f np1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2104 | Page 123 |
11908 | Quest. But what blessednesse is there in this, seeing it is in one thing only? when a man is s••k or poor, can grace refresh him, can he live by that? (thus many carnal hearts think.) | Quest. But what blessedness is there in this, seeing it is in one thing only? when a man is s••k or poor, can grace refresh him, can he live by that? (thus many carnal hearts think.) | n1. cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp d, vvg pn31 vbz p-acp crd n1 av-j? c-crq dt n1 vbz j cc j, vmb n1 vvi pno31, vmb pns31 vvi p-acp d? (av d j n2 vvb.) | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2105 | Page 123 |
11909 | Answ. 1. The Lord shall then take away all fleshly appetites or desires; for then our bodies shall be spiritual bodies; | Answer 1. The Lord shall then take away all fleshly appetites or Desires; for then our bodies shall be spiritual bodies; | np1 crd dt n1 vmb av vvi av d j n2 cc n2; c-acp cs po12 n2 vmb vbi j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2106 | Page 124 |
11910 | in this life sometimes God takes away the stomack, when he takes away food. Christ forgot his wearinesse, because he had other bread to eat. | in this life sometime God Takes away the stomach, when he Takes away food. christ forgotten his weariness, Because he had other bred to eat. | p-acp d n1 av np1 vvz av dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz av n1. np1 vvd po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhd j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2106 | Page 124 |
11911 | 2. It is therefore blessednesse, because it is in one; there is First, Trouble in seeking and fetching our comfort out of many things. | 2. It is Therefore blessedness, Because it is in one; there is First, Trouble in seeking and fetching our Comfort out of many things. | crd pn31 vbz av n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pi; a-acp vbz np1, vvb p-acp vvg cc vvg po12 n1 av pp-f d n2. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2107 | Page 124 |
11912 | 2. Unsatisfiednesse, because one thing can give no more than it hath; now all things in this one thing are there together; | 2. Unsatisfiedness, Because one thing can give no more than it hath; now all things in this one thing Are there together; | crd n1, c-acp crd n1 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc cs pn31 vhz; av d n2 p-acp d crd n1 vbr a-acp av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2109 | Page 124 |
11913 | the sweet of all creatures, all Ordinances, nay, variety of unknown mercies, (Prov. 8. 21.) shall center here in Christ Jesus. SECT. VII. OF marvellous Consolation to the Saints of God: | the sweet of all creatures, all Ordinances, nay, variety of unknown Mercies, (Curae 8. 21.) shall centre Here in christ jesus. SECT. VII. OF marvellous Consolation to the Saints of God: | dt j pp-f d n2, d n2, uh-x, n1 pp-f j n2, (np1 crd crd) vmb n1 av p-acp np1 np1. n1. np1. pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2109 | Page 124 |
11914 | Now you have many wants, |
Now you have many Wants, many sorrows, many temptations, many Sins, many Cares and fears of livelihood; | av pn22 vhb d n2, d n2, d n2, d n2, d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2110 | Page 124 |
11915 | but the time will shortly come when you shall be with the Lord alone in communion with him, | but the time will shortly come when you shall be with the Lord alone in communion with him, | cc-acp dt n1 vmb av-j vvi c-crq pn22 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2110 | Page 124 |
11916 | and so out of the crowd and presse of troubles, and temptations, and sins, and evils in this world; | and so out of the crowd and press of Troubles, and temptations, and Sins, and evils in this world; | cc av av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2-jn p-acp d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2110 | Page 124 |
11917 | that as he himself is above all these, so shall you. Iohn 14. 1, 2, 3. Their hearts were grieved for the losse of Christ; | that as he himself is above all these, so shall you. John 14. 1, 2, 3. Their hearts were grieved for the loss of christ; | cst c-acp pns31 px31 vbz p-acp d d, av vmb pn22. np1 crd crd, crd, crd po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2110 | Page 124 |
11918 | I will come to you, and take you to my self, that where I am, there you may be also; | I will come to you, and take you to my self, that where I am, there you may be also; | pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn22 p-acp po11 n1, cst c-crq pns11 vbm, a-acp pn22 vmb vbi av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2110 | Page 124 |
11919 | sometimes outward losses and fears trouble thee; sometimes absence of Christ from thee troubles thee; hear what the Lord saith, L•t not your hearts be troubled; | sometime outward losses and fears trouble thee; sometime absence of christ from thee Troubles thee; hear what the Lord Says, L•t not your hearts be troubled; | av j n2 cc n2 vvb pno21; av n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21 vvz pno21; vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz, vmb xx po22 n2 vbb vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2110 | Page 124 |
11920 | for the Lord will take you to himself again, John 16. 22. Christ tells them, I will see you again, and your hearts shall rejoyce; what if he had said, I will come down from heaven to you again? I tell you the Lord will do so to you, | for the Lord will take you to himself again, John 16. 22. christ tells them, I will see you again, and your hearts shall rejoice; what if he had said, I will come down from heaven to you again? I tell you the Lord will do so to you, | p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp px31 av, np1 crd crd np1 vvz pno32, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av, cc po22 n2 vmb vvi; r-crq cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pn22 av? pns11 vvb pn22 dt n1 vmb vdi av p-acp pn22, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2110 | Page 124 |
11921 | but that he is in a better place preparing i• for you, and doing better things for you; | but that he is in a better place preparing i• for you, and doing better things for you; | cc-acp cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt jc n1 vvg n1 p-acp pn22, cc vdg j n2 p-acp pn22; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2110 | Page 124 |
11922 | but he sees you for the present, and you shall be with him at last. The Apostle prays that they might know what is the inheritance of the Saints; | but he sees you for the present, and you shall be with him At last. The Apostle prays that they might know what is the inheritance of the Saints; | cc-acp pns31 vvz pn22 p-acp dt j, cc pn22 vmb vbi p-acp pno31 p-acp ord. dt n1 vvz cst pns32 vmd vvi r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2110 | Page 124 |
11923 | so I desire of the Lord for you, that you may know what it is to have communion with Christ alone; | so I desire of the Lord for you, that you may know what it is to have communion with christ alone; | av pns11 vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmb vvi r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp np1 j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2111 | Page 124 |
11988 | Thirdly, Love to his fellowship; and the more in it the soul is, the more desirous it is of it: | Thirdly, Love to his fellowship; and the more in it the soul is, the more desirous it is of it: | ord, vvb p-acp po31 n1; cc dt av-dc p-acp pn31 dt n1 vbz, dt av-dc j pn31 vbz pp-f pn31: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2125 | Page 126 |
11924 | oh see your blessednesse, &c. SECT. VIII. 1. This Communion it shall be by sight, not chiefly by faith, as it is in this world: | o see your blessedness, etc. SECT. VIII. 1. This Communion it shall be by sighed, not chiefly by faith, as it is in this world: | uh vvb po22 n1, av n1. np1. crd d n1 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1, xx av-jn p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2111 | Page 124 |
11925 | Many go many Miles to the supposed Sepulchre of Christ, and account their time, though superstitiously, yet happily spent; | Many go many Miles to the supposed Sepulchre of christ, and account their time, though superstitiously, yet happily spent; | d vvb d n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi po32 n1, cs av-j, av av-j vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2112 | Page 124 |
11926 | oh but what will it be to see the Lord himself, not as he was here in his abasement, | o but what will it be to see the Lord himself, not as he was Here in his abasement, | uh cc-acp q-crq vmb pn31 vbi pc-acp vvi dt n1 px31, xx c-acp pns31 vbds av p-acp po31 n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2112 | Page 124 |
11927 | but in all his glory, brighter than ten thousand Suns! | but in all his glory, Brighter than ten thousand Suns! | cc-acp p-acp d po31 n1, jc cs crd crd n2! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2112 | Page 124 |
11928 | now we see, 1 Cor. 13. as in a glasse where we see the glory of God in the face of Christ; | now we see, 1 Cor. 13. as in a glass where we see the glory of God in the face of christ; | av pns12 vvb, crd np1 crd c-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2112 | Page 124 |
11929 | but then we shall know as we are known; as a childe knows not the father, but at ripe years it doth; | but then we shall know as we Are known; as a child knows not the father, but At ripe Years it does; | cc-acp cs pns12 vmb vvi c-acp pns12 vbr vvn; c-acp dt n1 vvz xx dt n1, cc-acp p-acp j n2 pn31 vdz; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2112 | Page 124 |
11930 | but as Philip said to Nathanael, who said, Can any good come out of Nazareth? so can any such mercy come from heaven? come and see him of whom all the Prophets have spoken of; | but as Philip said to Nathanael, who said, Can any good come out of Nazareth? so can any such mercy come from heaven? come and see him of whom all the prophets have spoken of; | cc-acp c-acp vvi vvd p-acp np1, r-crq vvd, vmb d j vvb av pp-f np1? av vmb d d n1 vvb p-acp n1? vvb cc vvi pno31 pp-f ro-crq d dt n2 vhb vvn pp-f; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2112 | Page 124 |
11931 | so then the Father and Spirit, and Saints and Angels will say, oh come in and see him of whom all the Prophets have written; | so then the Father and Spirit, and Saints and Angels will say, o come in and see him of whom all the prophets have written; | av cs dt n1 cc n1, cc n2 cc n2 vmb vvi, uh vvb p-acp cc vvi pno31 pp-f ro-crq d dt n2 vhb vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2112 | Page 124 |
11932 | come and behold him that hath shed his dearest blood for thee, that hath taken thought and care for thee night and day; | come and behold him that hath shed his dearest blood for thee, that hath taken Thought and care for thee night and day; | vvb cc vvi pno31 cst vhz vvn po31 js-jn n1 p-acp pno21, cst vhz vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp pno21 n1 cc n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2112 | Page 124 |
11933 | that hath been all thy life in•erceding for thee; Revel. 22. 4. There you shall see his face. | that hath been all thy life in•erceding for thee; Revel. 22. 4. There you shall see his face. | cst vhz vbn d po21 n1 vvg p-acp pno21; vvb. crd crd a-acp pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2112 | Page 124 |
11934 | 2. This com•union it shall be spiritual and inward wi•h t•e soul and conscience; | 2. This com•union it shall be spiritual and inward wi•h t•e soul and conscience; | crd d n1 pn31 vmb vbi j cc j n1 j n1 cc n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11935 | suppose the soul should be with Christ, and not have spiritual communion with him, what were it the better! | suppose the soul should be with christ, and not have spiritual communion with him, what were it the better! | vvb dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp np1, cc xx vhi j n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vbdr pn31 dt av-jc! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11936 | as many •ad when Christ was here in this world, that eat and drank in his presence, | as many •ad when christ was Here in this world, that eat and drank in his presence, | c-acp d n1 c-crq np1 vbds av p-acp d n1, cst vvb cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11937 | and yet are now shut out: | and yet Are now shut out: | cc av vbr av vvn av: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11938 | Oh no! the glory, beauty, goodness of Christ is not to be seen with bodily eyes, | O no! the glory, beauty, Goodness of christ is not to be seen with bodily eyes, | uh uh dt n1, n1, n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11939 | nor tasted, nor handled with ou• carkasses; | nor tasted, nor handled with ou• carcases; | ccx vvn, ccx vvd p-acp n1 n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11940 | and hence Angels though in heaven with Christ's person, yet look to the Gospel, to hear, see, | and hence Angels though in heaven with Christ's person, yet look to the Gospel, to hear, see, | cc av n2 cs p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av vvb p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11941 | and enjoy the spiritual excellencies of the Lord; | and enjoy the spiritual excellencies of the Lord; | cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11942 | hence Simeon when he had Christ in his arms, yet now desires to depart, because he should then come near him into his spiritual commun•on; | hence Simeon when he had christ in his arms, yet now Desires to depart, Because he should then come near him into his spiritual commun•on; | av np1 c-crq pns31 vhd np1 p-acp po31 n2, av av vvz pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vmd av vvi av-j pno31 p-acp po31 j n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11943 | Oh this the soul shall have, inward light, love, peace, &c. it is Christ's great love to live with the soul; | O this the soul shall have, inward Light, love, peace, etc. it is Christ's great love to live with the soul; | uh d dt n1 vmb vhi, j n1, n1, n1, av pn31 vbz npg1 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11944 | but so to live with them that are his own, as to live in them; Oh this is exceeding love, for Christ to live in one that was a dunghil: | but so to live with them that Are his own, as to live in them; O this is exceeding love, for christ to live in one that was a dunghill: | cc-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cst vbr po31 d, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32; uh d vbz vvg n1, c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pi cst vbds dt n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11945 | It comforted the Disciples when he went away, I will end you the comforter; | It comforted the Disciples when he went away, I will end you the comforter; | pn31 vvd dt n2 c-crq pns31 vvd av, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11946 | Oh but what a blessedness wi•• this be, to be with him, and the comforter in us also? | O but what a blessedness wi•• this be, to be with him, and the comforter in us also? | uh p-acp r-crq dt n1 n1 d vbi, pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 p-acp pno12 av? | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2113 | Page 125 |
11947 | 3. It shall be a f•ll and perfect communion, communicating himself out to the utmost ext•nt of the capacities of his people; | 3. It shall be a f•ll and perfect communion, communicating himself out to the utmost ext•nt of the capacities of his people; | crd pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 cc j n1, vvg px31 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2114 | Page 125 |
11948 | for here we have spiritual communion, but we see but little and know little, and receive but little, the first fruits and tastes of what we shall drink; | for Here we have spiritual communion, but we see but little and know little, and receive but little, the First fruits and tastes of what we shall drink; | p-acp av pns12 vhb j n1, cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j cc vvb j, cc vvi p-acp j, dt ord n2 cc vvz pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2114 | Page 125 |
11949 | but there fully. 2 Thess. 1. 9. They shall be separa•e from the Lord and glory of his p•we•, i. e. | but there Fully. 2 Thess 1. 9. They shall be separa•e from the Lord and glory of his p•we•, i. e. | cc-acp a-acp av-j. crd np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, uh. sy. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2114 | Page 125 |
11950 | as much as ever the Lord is able to fill or load the soul withal, a crown of glory as weighty as ever it can bear, it wraps up the heart sometimes; | as much as ever the Lord is able to fill or load the soul withal, a crown of glory as weighty as ever it can bear, it wraps up the heart sometime; | p-acp d c-acp av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 av, dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp j c-acp av pn31 vmb vvi, pn31 vvz a-acp dt n1 av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2114 | Page 125 |
11951 | the soul lies down confounded before the Lord; Oh that ever the Lord should here look upon such a one so vile! | the soul lies down confounded before the Lord; O that ever the Lord should Here look upon such a one so vile! | dt n1 vvz a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1; uh cst av dt n1 vmd av vvi p-acp d dt pi av j! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2114 | Page 125 |
11952 | much more then shall there be wonderment; he will set open all his treasury; Oh come take thy fill of love! | much more then shall there be wonderment; he will Set open all his treasury; O come take thy fill of love! | av-d av-dc cs vmb a-acp vbi n1; pns31 vmb vvi j d po31 n1; uh vvb vvb po21 n1 pp-f n1! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2114 | Page 125 |
11953 | there he shall poure out all his heart, &c. 4. It shall be an exceeding familiar communion: | there he shall pour out all his heart, etc. 4. It shall be an exceeding familiar communion: | a-acp pns31 vmb vvi av d po31 n1, av crd pn31 vmb vbi dt j-vvg j-jn n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2114 | Page 125 |
11954 | When Christ was here on the earth, we know how familiar he was with his poor Disciples; | When christ was Here on the earth, we know how familiar he was with his poor Disciples; | c-crq np1 vbds av p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb c-crq j-jn pns31 vbds p-acp po31 j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2115 | Page 125 |
11955 | how one leaned on his bre••, could come to him, speak to him, &c. (Oh brethren) much more shall it be then, Ioh. 21. 17. •ouch me not, I am not asc•nded • as if he should say, Oh then there shall be sweet embracing, | how one leaned on his bre••, could come to him, speak to him, etc. (O brothers) much more shall it be then, John 21. 17. •ouch me not, I am not asc•nded • as if he should say, O then there shall be sweet embracing, | c-crq pi vvd p-acp po31 n1, vmd vvi p-acp pno31, vvb p-acp pno31, av (uh n2) d av-dc vmb pn31 vbi av, np1 crd crd vvb pno11 xx, pns11 vbm xx vvn • c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, uh av a-acp vmb vbi j vvg, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2115 | Page 125 |
11956 | as Ioseph that 〈 ◊ 〉 •ver the neck of Benjamin; Oh the spiritual embracings there! | as Ioseph that 〈 ◊ 〉 •ver the neck of Benjamin; O the spiritual embracings there! | c-acp np1 cst 〈 sy 〉 av dt n1 pp-f np1; uh dt j n2-vvg a-acp! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2115 | Page 125 |
11957 | the Lord and Christ will say, I love thee dearly. 5. It shall be an everlasting uninterrupted communion; | the Lord and christ will say, I love thee dearly. 5. It shall be an everlasting uninterrupted communion; | dt n1 cc np1 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb pno21 av-jn. crd pn31 vmb vbi dt j j-vvn n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2115 | Page 125 |
11958 | We have here communion with other creatures, but they as passengers will leave us; we have also communion with Christ, but it is interrupted; | We have Here communion with other creatures, but they as passengers will leave us; we have also communion with christ, but it is interrupted; | pns12 vhb av n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp pns32 p-acp n2 vmb vvi pno12; pns12 vhb av n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2116 | Page 125 |
11959 | many clouds come between us and him; | many Clouds come between us and him; | d n2 vvb p-acp pno12 cc pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2116 | Page 125 |
11960 | but then it sha•l be everlasting without any interruption. • •hess. 4. ul•. We shall e•er be wi•h the Lord; hence comes comfort; | but then it sha•l be everlasting without any interruption. • •hess. 4. ul•. We shall e•er be wi•h the Lord; hence comes Comfort; | cc-acp cs pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp d n1. • n1. crd n1. pns12 vmb av vbi j dt n1; av vvz n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2116 | Page 125 |
11961 | infinite is the glory of the Lord, we cannot see it nor enjoy it in a short time, we have no leisure here, no• time enough to see it; | infinite is the glory of the Lord, we cannot see it nor enjoy it in a short time, we have no leisure Here, no• time enough to see it; | j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 ccx vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vhb dx n1 av, n1 n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pn31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2116 | Page 125 |
11962 | hence we shall be to •••eternity behold••g and enjoying of it. 6. A 〈 ◊ 〉 most sweet 〈 ◊ 〉, Psa. 16. ult. | hence we shall be to •••eternity behold••g and enjoying of it. 6. A 〈 ◊ 〉 most sweet 〈 ◊ 〉, Psa. 16. ult. | av pns12 vmb vbi p-acp n1 vvg cc vvg pp-f pn31. crd dt 〈 sy 〉 av-ds j 〈 sy 〉, np1 crd n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2116 | Page 125 |
11963 | filling the h•art with 〈 … 〉 of glory ▪ much more than feeling. And Three things make it so. SECT. IX. | filling the h•art with 〈 … 〉 of glory ▪ much more than feeling. And Three things make it so. SECT. IX. | vvg dt n1 p-acp 〈 … 〉 pp-f n1 ▪ av-d av-dc cs n1. cc crd n2 vvb pn31 av. n1. crd. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2117 | Page 125 |
11964 | First, IT will be after many troubles, labors, and conflicts here in this world; | First, IT will be After many Troubles, labors, and conflicts Here in this world; | ord, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n2, n2, cc n2 av p-acp d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2118 | Page 125 |
11965 | there's not a godly he•rt but hath his burden, if not of misery, yet of sin; | there's not a godly he•rt but hath his burden, if not of misery, yet of since; | pc-acp|vbz xx dt j n1 cc-acp vhz po31 n1, cs xx pp-f n1, av pp-f n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2118 | Page 125 |
11966 | if not from flesh and blood, yet from •ell; | if not from Flesh and blood, yet from •ell; | cs xx p-acp n1 cc n1, av p-acp n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2118 | Page 125 |
11968 | now hence this communion must be the more joyful, as Iacob that thought he should never see Ioseph; and as Isa. 9. 2, 3. those that divide the spoils, and reap the harvest; | now hence this communion must be the more joyful, as Iacob that Thought he should never see Ioseph; and as Isaiah 9. 2, 3. those that divide the spoils, and reap the harvest; | av av d n1 vmb vbi dt av-dc j, c-acp np1 cst vvd pns31 vmd av-x vvi np1; cc c-acp np1 crd crd, crd d cst vvb dt n2, cc vvi dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2118 | Page 126 |
11969 | then there shall be an answer to all thy• doubts, &c. | then there shall be an answer to all thy• doubts, etc. | av pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp d n1 n2, av | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2118 | Page 126 |
11970 | Secondly, It will be thus because this communion shall be chiefly in sucking ou• the sweet of all Gods love, past, present, | Secondly, It will be thus Because this communion shall be chiefly in sucking ou• the sweet of all God's love, past, present, | ord, pn31 vmb vbi av c-acp d n1 vmb vbi av-jn p-acp j-vvg n1 dt j pp-f d ng1 n1, j, j, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2119 | Page 126 |
11971 | and to come, Ephes. 4. 9. Psal. 24. 6. Love from a friend is sweet, but from a God sweeter; | and to come, Ephesians 4. 9. Psalm 24. 6. Love from a friend is sweet, but from a God Sweeten; | cc pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 jc; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2119 | Page 126 |
11972 | it doth us good to think of their love, their honor and respect to us, much more the Lords; | it does us good to think of their love, their honour and respect to us, much more the lords; | pn31 vdz pno12 j pc-acp vvi pp-f po32 n1, po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, av-d av-dc dt n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2119 | Page 126 |
11973 | Oh this will like wine, chear the heart, that as the damned shall suck the fierce wrath of God, Oh it shall sting them; | O this will like wine, cheer the heart, that as the damned shall suck the fierce wrath of God, O it shall sting them; | uh d vmb av-j n1, vvb dt n1, cst p-acp dt j-vvn vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, uh pn31 vmb vvi pno32; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2119 | Page 126 |
11974 | so this è contra, we shall see all his bowels open. | so this è contra, we shall see all his bowels open. | av d fw-la fw-la, pns12 vmb vvi d po31 n2 j. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2119 | Page 126 |
11975 | Thirdly, The Lord Christ himself shall rejoyce over the soul, and so all Saints with him, Luk. 10. 21. And the soul shall see this, | Thirdly, The Lord christ himself shall rejoice over the soul, and so all Saints with him, Luk. 10. 21. And the soul shall see this, | ord, dt n1 np1 px31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av d n2 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd cc dt n1 vmb vvi d, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2120 | Page 126 |
11976 | and all Saints rejoyce in its communion. Oh consider this and comfort your hearts with this all ye people of the Lord! | and all Saints rejoice in its communion. O Consider this and Comfort your hearts with this all you people of the Lord! | cc d n2 vvb p-acp po31 n1. uh vvb d cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp d d pn22 n1 pp-f dt n1! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2120 | Page 126 |
11977 | I only say as Ioseph dying, God will surely visit you when I am dead, Gen. ult. | I only say as Ioseph dying, God will surely visit you when I am dead, Gen. ult. | pns11 av-j vvb p-acp np1 vvg, np1 vmb av-j vvi pn22 c-crq pns11 vbm j, np1 n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2120 | Page 126 |
11978 | 24. So when thou art dying the Lord will surely visit thee with his presence, and you shall surely be with him. | 24. So when thou art dying the Lord will surely visit thee with his presence, and you shall surely be with him. | crd av c-crq pns21 vb2r vvg dt n1 vmb av-j vvi pno21 p-acp po31 n1, cc pn22 vmb av-j vbi p-acp pno31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2120 | Page 126 |
11979 | You have been praying for this, and hearing, and now and then you taste a little, | You have been praying for this, and hearing, and now and then you taste a little, | pn22 vhb vbn vvg p-acp d, cc vvg, cc av cc av pn22 vvb dt j, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2120 | Page 126 |
11980 | but think it is too good to be true; | but think it is too good to be true; | cc-acp vvb pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vbi j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2120 | Page 126 |
11981 | yet if Christ be blessed, thou shalt at last, thou shalt not miss (though thou finde but little of him here, | yet if christ be blessed, thou shalt At last, thou shalt not miss (though thou find but little of him Here, | av cs np1 vbb vvn, pns21 vm2 p-acp ord, pns21 vm2 xx vvi (cs pns21 vvb p-acp j pp-f pno31 av, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2120 | Page 126 |
11982 | and walk in the dark) of being with him for ever; God hides his face from some of you, and you mourn, though the world rejoyceth; | and walk in the dark) of being with him for ever; God hides his face from Some of you, and you mourn, though the world Rejoiceth; | cc vvi p-acp dt j) pp-f vbg p-acp pno31 p-acp av; np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d pp-f pn22, cc pn22 vvb, cs dt n1 vvz; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2120 | Page 126 |
11983 | but happy art thou, for thy mourning shall be turned into joy. SECT. X. | but happy art thou, for thy mourning shall be turned into joy. SECT. X. | cc-acp j n1 pns21, c-acp po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. n1. fw-la | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2120 | Page 126 |
11984 | TO mourn for our strangeness now to Iesus Christ, Use 2. and our distances from the Lord Iesus, may not the Lord take up that speech as to Philip, Have I been so long with thee, | TO mourn for our strangeness now to Iesus christ, Use 2. and our distances from the Lord Iesus, may not the Lord take up that speech as to Philip, Have I been so long with thee, | p-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 av p-acp np1 np1, vvb crd cc po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 np1, vmb xx dt n1 vvb a-acp d n1 c-acp pc-acp np1, vhb pns11 vbn av av-j p-acp pno21, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2121 | Page 126 |
11985 | and hast thou not known me? So hath Christ been so long with thee, and shalt thou be for ever with him, and yet dost not know him? | and hast thou not known me? So hath christ been so long with thee, and shalt thou be for ever with him, and yet dost not know him? | cc vh2 pns21 xx vvn pno11? av vhz np1 vbn av av-j p-acp pno21, cc vm2 pns21 vbi p-acp av p-acp pno31, cc av vd2 xx vvi pno31? | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2121 | Page 126 |
11986 | There are five things that are ever conjoyned with a near communion with Christ. First, Knowledge of him; Alas, how little do we conceive of the Lord? | There Are five things that Are ever conjoined with a near communion with christ. First, Knowledge of him; Alas, how little doe we conceive of the Lord? | pc-acp vbr crd n2 cst vbr av vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1. ord, n1 pp-f pno31; uh, c-crq j n1 pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1? | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2122 | Page 126 |
11987 | Secondly, Perswasion of his love and faithfulness; Alas, we have little assurance of him, Psal. 9. | Secondly, Persuasion of his love and faithfulness; Alas, we have little assurance of him, Psalm 9. | ord, n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; uh, pns12 vhb j n1 pp-f pno31, np1 crd | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2124 | Page 126 |
12010 | Object. But I would have fellowship with the Lord, and he will not. | Object. But I would have fellowship with the Lord, and he will not. | n1. cc-acp pns11 vmd vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmb xx. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2132 | Page 127 |
11989 | Oh but the weariness of being with him that we ha•e! no o••ner are we with him now than needs must; | O but the weariness of being with him that we ha•e! no o••ner Are we with him now than needs must; | uh p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg p-acp pno31 cst pns12 vvb! dx n1 vbr pns12 p-acp pno31 av cs av vmb; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2125 | Page 126 |
11990 | but hereafter it shall be otherwise. Fourthly, Likeness to him in his vertues, as Moses comes shining down; | but hereafter it shall be otherwise. Fourthly, Likeness to him in his Virtues, as Moses comes shining down; | cc-acp av pn31 vmb vbi av. ord, n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp np1 vvz vvg a-acp; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2125 | Page 126 |
11991 | a man imitates them whose fellowship he loves in all their imitable excellencies. Alas, how unlike to him now are we, to what shall be? | a man imitates them whose fellowship he loves in all their imitable excellencies. Alas, how unlike to him now Are we, to what shall be? | dt n1 vvz pno32 r-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp d po32 j n2. np1, c-crq av-j p-acp pno31 av vbr pns12, p-acp r-crq vmb vbi? | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2126 | Page 126 |
11992 | Fifthly, A daily opening of, and bemoaning daily evils to him; Oh it easeth the heart; | Fifthly, A daily opening of, and bemoaning daily evils to him; O it eases the heart; | ord, dt j n-vvg pp-f, cc vvg av-j n2-jn p-acp pno31; uh pn31 vvz dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2127 | Page 126 |
11993 | if a man is gone from his friend, yet troubles will fetch him in again; but we pour not out our souls thus to him; | if a man is gone from his friend, yet Troubles will fetch him in again; but we pour not out our Souls thus to him; | cs dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, av n2 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp av; cc-acp pns12 vvb xx av po12 n2 av p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2127 | Page 126 |
11994 | hence he poures not out his blood into our souls to heal us; | hence he pours not out his blood into our Souls to heal us; | av pns31 vvz xx av po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno12; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2127 | Page 126 |
11995 | Oh may not we take up that complaint of Agur, Prov. 30. that we are more foolish than any man! speaking of Christ; Oh therefore mourn for it; | O may not we take up that complaint of Agur, Curae 30. that we Are more foolish than any man! speaking of christ; O Therefore mourn for it; | uh vmb xx pns12 vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f vvb, np1 crd d pns12 vbr av-dc j cs d n1! vvg pp-f np1; uh av vvi p-acp pn31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2127 | Page 126 |
11996 | David, when God hid his face for a little time, was troubled. | David, when God hid his face for a little time, was troubled. | np1, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, vbds vvn. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2127 | Page 126 |
11997 | It was the complaint of the Prophet of evil men, That in their eyes, he was rej•cted and despised, | It was the complaint of the Prophet of evil men, That in their eyes, he was rej•cted and despised, | pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cst p-acp po32 n2, pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2128 | Page 126 |
11998 | and we hid our faces from him. | and we hid our faces from him. | cc pns12 vvd po12 n2 p-acp pno31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2128 | Page 126 |
11999 | Let the world do so, will you do so also? it should not trouble so much that he hides his face from you, | Let the world do so, will you do so also? it should not trouble so much that he hides his face from you, | vvb dt n1 vdb av, vmb pn22 vdi av av? pn31 vmd xx vvi av av-d cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pn22, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2128 | Page 126 |
12000 | as that you have from him. | as that you have from him. | c-acp cst pn22 vhb p-acp pno31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2128 | Page 126 |
12001 | When David turned aside to Bathsh•ba, the Prophet comes and tells him, I ano•nted thee King, and d•l•vered thee out of the hands of Saul, | When David turned aside to Bathsh•ba, the Prophet comes and tells him, I ano•nted thee King, and d•l•vered thee out of the hands of Saul, | c-crq np1 vvd av p-acp np1, dt n1 vvz cc vvz pno31, pns11 vvd pno21 n1, cc vvd pno21 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2129 | Page 127 |
12002 | and gave the• thy Masters Wives, and more also; now wherefore hast thou despised the Lord? the sword shall not depart; | and gave the• thy Masters Wives, and more also; now Wherefore hast thou despised the Lord? the sword shall not depart; | cc vvd n1 po21 ng1 n2, cc av-dc av; av q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn dt n1? dt n1 vmb xx vvi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2129 | Page 127 |
12003 | Oh (saith he) I have sinned against the Lord; so say I to you: | O (Says he) I have sinned against the Lord; so say I to you: | uh (vvz pns31) pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1; av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2129 | Page 127 |
12004 | if the Lord had never made known himself to thee, it had been another matter; but the Lord hath delivered thy soul from hell, thy eyes from tears; | if the Lord had never made known himself to thee, it had been Another matter; but the Lord hath Delivered thy soul from hell, thy eyes from tears; | cs dt n1 vhd av-x vvn vvn px31 p-acp pno21, pn31 vhd vbn j-jn n1; cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn po21 n1 p-acp n1, po21 n2 p-acp n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2129 | Page 127 |
12005 | the Lord hath anointed thee to partake of the glory of Christ, the Lord hath given himself to thee, | the Lord hath anointed thee to partake of the glory of christ, the Lord hath given himself to thee, | dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp pno21, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2129 | Page 127 |
12006 | and saith Suck my blood, take my life, and more I would have given; | and Says Suck my blood, take my life, and more I would have given; | cc vvz vvb po11 n1, vvb po11 n1, cc av-dc pns11 vmd vhi vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2129 | Page 127 |
12007 | and hast thou looked after Baths•eba, other l•vers, and despise the Lord? Oh say I have sinn•d, and mourn for it, 2 Sam. 12. 9. There are two evils in this. 1. Forsaking thy own good, nay blessedn•ss, Ionah 2. 8. own mercies. | and hast thou looked After Baths•eba, other l•vers, and despise the Lord? O say I have sinn•d, and mourn for it, 2 Sam. 12. 9. There Are two evils in this. 1. Forsaking thy own good, nay blessedn•ss, Jonah 2. 8. own Mercies. | cc vh2 pns21 vvn p-acp np1, j-jn n2, cc vvb dt n1? uh vvb pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvi p-acp pn31, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vbr crd n2-jn p-acp d. crd vvg po21 d j, uh n1, np1 crd crd d n2. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2129 | Page 127 |
12008 | 2. It is despising the Lord and his f•llowsh•p for other things, base things; | 2. It is despising the Lord and his f•llowsh•p for other things, base things; | crd pn31 vbz vvg dt n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2, j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2131 | Page 127 |
12009 | that whereas you shall be for ever beholding of him hereafter, yet you should proclaim him not to be worth looking on now. | that whereas you shall be for ever beholding of him hereafter, yet you should proclaim him not to be worth looking on now. | cst cs pn22 vmb vbi p-acp av vvg pp-f pno31 av, av pn22 vmd vvi pno31 xx pc-acp vbi j vvg p-acp av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2131 | Page 127 |
12011 | Answ. First, Never did any desire thy fellowship so much as the Lord when he wants it. | Answer First, Never did any desire thy fellowship so much as the Lord when he Wants it. | np1 ord, av-x vdd d vvi po21 n1 av av-d c-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pn31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2133 | Page 127 |
12012 | Secondly, Nor love it, and glad of it when he had it. | Secondly, Nor love it, and glad of it when he had it. | ord, ccx vvi pn31, cc j pp-f pn31 c-crq pns31 vhd pn31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2134 | Page 127 |
12013 | Thirdly, Nor mourn and lament more when he wants it, as Ier. 2. 2, 5. God pleads for it. | Thirdly, Nor mourn and lament more when he Wants it, as Jeremiah 2. 2, 5. God pleads for it. | ord, ccx vvi cc vvi dc c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, c-acp np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvz p-acp pn31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2135 | Page 127 |
12014 | Fourthly, he calls to the heavens, 2 Ier. 10, 11. Did ever nation deal thus with Idols! | Fourthly, he calls to the heavens, 2 Jeremiah 10, 11. Did ever Nation deal thus with Idols! | ord, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2, crd np1 crd, crd vdd av n1 vvb av p-acp n2! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2136 | Page 127 |
12015 | If this will not break thine heart for strangeness, I know not what will do it: | If this will not break thine heart for strangeness, I know not what will do it: | cs d vmb xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb xx r-crq vmb vdi pn31: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2136 | Page 127 |
12016 | It is your sin that breaks off communion, not the Lords unwillingness. SECT. XI. HEnce see the exceeding great worth and excellency of Iesus Christ; | It is your since that breaks off communion, not the lords unwillingness. SECT. XI. HEnce see the exceeding great worth and excellency of Iesus christ; | pn31 vbz po22 n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, xx dt n2 n1. n1. crd. av vvi dt j-vvg j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2136 | Page 127 |
12017 | and learn hence to esteem a right of him; |
and Learn hence to esteem a right of him; there is no blessedness in the fruition of all the creatures together; | cc vvi av pc-acp vvi dt n-jn pp-f pno31; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2137 | Page 127 |
12018 | good there is, but no• blessedness; or if there were, yet it lies in many things; | good there is, but no• blessedness; or if there were, yet it lies in many things; | j a-acp vbz, cc-acp n1 n1; cc cs pc-acp vbdr, av pn31 vvz p-acp d n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2137 | Page 127 |
12019 | no one•hing, no• twenty blessings can make blessed; and it is but a broken blessedness in divers pieces; | no one•hing, no• twenty blessings can make blessed; and it is but a broken blessedness in diverse Pieces; | dx n1, n1 crd n2 vmb vvi vvn; cc pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2137 | Page 127 |
12020 | or if there were a kind of blessedness to be found in one, yet it is not a lasting blessedness, it is so but for a time, | or if there were a kind of blessedness to be found in one, yet it is not a lasting blessedness, it is so but for a time, | cc cs pc-acp vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pi, av pn31 vbz xx dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vbz av cc-acp p-acp dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2137 | Page 127 |
12021 | and so the loss of it at last will trouble us more than the having of it for a time. | and so the loss of it At last will trouble us more than the having of it for a time. | cc av dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp ord vmb vvi pno12 dc cs dt vhg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2137 | Page 127 |
12022 | But as he saith, I• him is light and no darkness; blessedness, and no misery; peace, and no trouble; fulness and no want; beauty, glory, and no blemish; life, and no death; | But as he Says, I• him is Light and no darkness; blessedness, and no misery; peace, and no trouble; fullness and no want; beauty, glory, and no blemish; life, and no death; | p-acp c-acp pns31 vvz, np1 pn31 vbz j cc dx n1; n1, cc dx n1; n1, cc dx n1; n1 cc dx n1; n1, n1, cc dx n1; n1, cc dx n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2138 | Page 127 |
12023 | pure, dear, infinite love, and no anger; and it is in him alone, Psal. 148. 13. His name alone is excellent; | pure, dear, infinite love, and no anger; and it is in him alone, Psalm 148. 13. His name alone is excellent; | j, j-jn, j n1, cc dx n1; cc pn31 vbz p-acp pno31 av-j, np1 crd crd po31 n1 av-j vbz j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2138 | Page 127 |
12024 | all our glory and the glory of God also is met together in him, all things i• one thing; | all our glory and the glory of God also is met together in him, all things i• one thing; | d po12 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av vbz vvn av p-acp pno31, d n2 n1 crd n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2138 | Page 127 |
12025 | whatever good there is in other things, it is borrowed from him; base, begga•ly things; | whatever good there is in other things, it is borrowed from him; base, begga•ly things; | r-crq j a-acp vbz p-acp j-jn n2, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31; j, av-j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2138 | Page 127 |
12026 | but the fulness and plenty of all is in the Lord, so that we shall not need to cumber our selves about unnecessary things; | but the fullness and plenty of all is in the Lord, so that we shall not need to cumber our selves about unnecessary things; | cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d vbz p-acp dt n1, av cst pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2138 | Page 127 |
12027 | we need not a candle when the sun shines: and our last blessedness is here; | we need not a candle when the sun shines: and our last blessedness is Here; | pns12 vvb xx dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz: cc po12 ord n1 vbz av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2138 | Page 127 |
12028 | when every thing else will make them wings to hasten from us, this will continue and last; | when every thing Else will make them wings to hasten from us, this will continue and last; | c-crq d n1 av vmb vvi pno32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, d vmb vvi cc vvi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2138 | Page 127 |
12029 | when all our vessels we are tossed in here are sunk, and where our entertainment hath been very good, | when all our vessels we Are tossed in Here Are sunk, and where our entertainment hath been very good, | c-crq d po12 n2 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp av vbr vvn, cc c-crq po12 n1 vhz vbn av j, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2138 | Page 127 |
12030 | yet the shore sinks not, it is above over-whelmings; here alone we are fast. | yet the shore sinks not, it is above over-whelmings; Here alone we Are fast. | av dt n1 vvz xx, pn31 vbz p-acp j; av av-j pns12 vbr j. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2138 | Page 127 |
12031 | However the world sees not this, because their blessedness lies in preserving themselves by creatures, from feeling that misery which lies upon them now, | However the world sees not this, Because their blessedness lies in preserving themselves by creatures, from feeling that misery which lies upon them now, | c-acp dt n1 vvz xx d, c-acp po32 n1 vvz p-acp n-vvg px32 p-acp n2, p-acp vvg d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno32 av, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2139 | Page 127 |
12032 | as also because they shall never share in it; | as also Because they shall never share in it; | c-acp av c-acp pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pn31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2139 | Page 127 |
12055 | but for Christ to take thee when thou hadst no worthiness! | but for christ to take thee when thou Hadst no worthiness! | cc-acp c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno21 c-crq pns21 vhd2 dx n1! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12033 | yet the Saints have been exceedingly taken with this that David accounted them blessed that might dwell in his Courts in this world; | yet the Saints have been exceedingly taken with this that David accounted them blessed that might dwell in his Courts in this world; | av dt n2 vhb vbn av-vvg vvn p-acp d cst np1 vvd pno32 vvn d vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2139 | Page 128 |
12034 | Solomon was blessed that might but wait at wisdoms gates, and so be ready to be received when they be opened; | Solomon was blessed that might but wait At wisdoms gates, and so be ready to be received when they be opened; | np1 vbds vvn d vmd cc-acp vvi p-acp n2 n2, cc av vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn c-crq pns32 vbb vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2139 | Page 128 |
12035 | Abraham rejoyced to see Christ's day afar off; Moses esteemed the reproach of Christ great riches; | Abraham rejoiced to see Christ's day afar off; Moses esteemed the reproach of christ great riches; | np1 vvd pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 av a-acp; np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 j n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2139 | Page 128 |
12036 | what did he then esteem of the presence of Christ here! but what i• glory •• | what did he then esteem of the presence of christ Here! but what i• glory •• | r-crq vdd pns31 av vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av! cc-acp q-crq n1 n1 •• | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2139 | Page 128 |
12037 | Think of this, you that say you cannot finde in your hearts to esteem of the Lord Jesus; | Think of this, you that say you cannot find in your hearts to esteem of the Lord jesus; | vvb pp-f d, pn22 cst vvb pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12038 | especially let him be precious to you, you espoused of the Lord; for others may say he is precious, but I shall never enter into this fellowship: | especially let him be precious to you, you espoused of the Lord; for Others may say he is precious, but I shall never enter into this fellowship: | av-j vvb pno31 vbi j p-acp pn22, pn22 vvn pp-f dt n1; c-acp n2-jn vmb vvi pns31 vbz j, cc-acp pns11 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12039 | No, no, but you shall, but he will take you to fellowship with himself: | No, no, but you shall, but he will take you to fellowship with himself: | uh-dx, uh-dx, cc-acp pn22 vmb, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp px31: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12040 | It was a great favor to Moses, Exod. 24. 1, 2. when others might come towards the Lord, | It was a great favour to Moses, Exod 24. 1, 2. when Others might come towards the Lord, | pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq n2-jn vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12041 | yet Moses alone might only come near; and he was in the Mount alone with God; | yet Moses alone might only come near; and he was in the Mount alone with God; | av np1 av-j vmd av-j vvi av-j; cc pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12042 | so that the Lord should let others come towards him; | so that the Lord should let Others come towards him; | av cst dt n1 vmd vvi n2-jn vvb p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12043 | but that you alone above many thousands in the world may be suffered to draw near to him, this should make the Lord precious to you at least. | but that you alone above many thousands in the world may be suffered to draw near to him, this should make the Lord precious to you At least. | cc-acp cst pn22 av-j p-acp d crd p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31, d vmd vvi dt n1 j p-acp pn22 p-acp ds. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12044 | Lev. 13. 46. The Leper was to dwell alone without; the Lord might have dealt so with thee; | Lev. 13. 46. The Leper was to dwell alone without; the Lord might have dealt so with thee; | np1 crd crd dt n1 vbds pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp; dt n1 vmd vhi vvn av p-acp pno21; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12045 | but when thou wert vile indeed, and most vile, nay when thou didst separate thy self from thy self, | but when thou Wertenberg vile indeed, and most vile, nay when thou didst separate thy self from thy self, | cc-acp c-crq pns21 vbd2r j av, cc av-ds j, uh-x c-crq pns21 vdd2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12046 | then for the Lord to come near thee, and (as if thou couldst never be near enough) to manifest himself to thee forever in glory! | then for the Lord to come near thee, and (as if thou Couldst never be near enough) to manifest himself to thee forever in glory! | av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j pno21, cc (c-acp cs pns21 vmd2 av-x vbi av-j d) pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno21 av p-acp n1! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12047 | When David found out Me•hibosheth (saith he) What am I • dead dog that I should sit at the Kings table! | When David found out Me•hibosheth (Says he) What am I • dead dog that I should fit At the Kings table! | c-crq np1 vvd av np1 (vvz pns31) q-crq vbm pns11 • j n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12048 | 2 Sam. 9. 7, 8. It was a great favor to Christ himself, that when rejected of men, | 2 Sam. 9. 7, 8. It was a great favour to christ himself, that when rejected of men, | crd np1 crd crd, crd pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1 px31, cst c-crq vvn pp-f n2, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12049 | yet that he was chosen of God and precious, and taken up to him; | yet that he was chosen of God and precious, and taken up to him; | av cst pns31 vbds vvn pp-f np1 cc j, cc vvn a-acp p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12050 | it may be thou thinkest thy self unworthy of fellowship of any man, and men do, or men man reject thee; | it may be thou Thinkest thy self unworthy of fellowship of any man, and men do, or men man reject thee; | pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vv2 po21 n1 j pp-f n1 pp-f d n1, cc n2 vdb, cc n2 n1 vvb pno21; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12051 | yet for the Lord now to receive thee, it is much; | yet for the Lord now to receive thee, it is much; | av p-acp dt n1 av pc-acp vvi pno21, pn31 vbz av-d; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12052 | but whereas thou wert not only rejected of men, but of God also, Isa. 54. 6. now for Christ to take thee to him; | but whereas thou Wertenberg not only rejected of men, but of God also, Isaiah 54. 6. now for christ to take thee to him; | cc-acp cs pns21 vbd2r xx j vvn pp-f n2, cc-acp pp-f np1 av, np1 crd crd av p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12053 | that as he lies in the Fathers bosom, because thou couldst not for sin immediately lye there, he should lay thee in his bosom, | that as he lies in the Father's bosom, Because thou Couldst not for since immediately lie there, he should lay thee in his bosom, | cst c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1, c-acp pns21 vmd2 xx p-acp n1 av-j vvi a-acp, pns31 vmd vvi pno21 p-acp po31 n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12054 | and say, Father love this soul as thou hast loved me: Besides, the Father took Christ because he had worth; | and say, Father love this soul as thou hast loved me: Beside, the Father took christ Because he had worth; | cc vvi, n1 vvb d n1 c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno11: a-acp, dt n1 vvd np1 c-acp pns31 vhd n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12058 | Oh therefore let the Lord be precious, and his fellowship precious to thee, seeing thou and thy fellowship is so to him. | O Therefore let the Lord be precious, and his fellowship precious to thee, seeing thou and thy fellowship is so to him. | uh av vvb dt n1 vbb j, cc po31 n1 j p-acp pno21, vvg pns21 cc po21 n1 vbz av p-acp pno31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2140 | Page 128 |
12059 | Object. But I cannot believe it, why should the Lord do so? Answ. It is hard to believe it when we look upon our own vileness; | Object. But I cannot believe it, why should the Lord do so? Answer It is hard to believe it when we look upon our own vileness; | n1. cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi pn31, q-crq vmd dt n1 vdb av? np1 pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2141 | Page 128 |
12060 | but consider the reason why the Lord doth this; it is not because he loves any for fleshly respects as we do; but | but Consider the reason why the Lord does this; it is not Because he loves any for fleshly respects as we do; but | cc-acp vvb dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vdz d; pn31 vbz xx c-acp pns31 vvz d p-acp j n2 c-acp pns12 vdb; cc-acp | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2142 | Page 128 |
12061 | First, Because of his own grace and glory; the Believer is infinitely beloved of him, without moving him thereunto; | First, Because of his own grace and glory; the Believer is infinitely Beloved of him, without moving him thereunto; | ord, c-acp pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1; dt n1 vbz av-j vvn pp-f pno31, p-acp vvg pno31 av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2143 | Page 128 |
12062 | and hence if his grace be exceeding dear, and his glory dear to him, thou art so to him. | and hence if his grace be exceeding dear, and his glory dear to him, thou art so to him. | cc av cs po31 n1 vbb vvg av-jn, cc po31 n1 j-jn p-acp pno31, pns21 vb2r av p-acp pno31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2143 | Page 128 |
12063 | Secondly, Christ loves not first because men are holy, but that he may make them so. | Secondly, christ loves not First Because men Are holy, but that he may make them so. | ord, np1 vvz xx ord p-acp n2 vbr j, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2144 | Page 128 |
12064 | Thirdly, He loves because the father loves them. SECT. XII. HEnce learn to be content with the Lord alone, Heb. 4. 9. there is a rest; hence labor to enter into it; | Thirdly, He loves Because the father loves them. SECT. XII. HEnce Learn to be content with the Lord alone, Hebrew 4. 9. there is a rest; hence labour to enter into it; | ord, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32. n1. np1. av vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 av-j, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt n1; av vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2145 | Page 128 |
12065 | so if he will have rest and blessedness hereafter, that you shall be content and for ever glad in him and with him alone; | so if he will have rest and blessedness hereafter, that you shall be content and for ever glad in him and with him alone; | av cs pns31 vmb vhi n1 cc n1 av, cst pn22 vmb vbi j cc p-acp av j p-acp pno31 cc p-acp pno31 av-j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2146 | Page 128 |
12066 | Oh labor to possess this blessedness now: You are in your worst condition now, your best is behind; | O labour to possess this blessedness now: You Are in your worst condition now, your best is behind; | uh n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 av: pn22 vbr p-acp po22 js n1 av, po22 js vbz a-acp; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2146 | Page 128 |
12067 | shall the blessedness of thy best condition, not be blessedness in thy worst cond•tion unto thee? shall that which satisfies thy soul in heaven, not satisfie thy soul here. | shall the blessedness of thy best condition, not be blessedness in thy worst cond•tion unto thee? shall that which Satisfies thy soul in heaven, not satisfy thy soul Here. | vmb dt n1 pp-f po21 js n1, xx vbi n1 p-acp po21 js n1 p-acp pno21? vmb d r-crq vvz po21 n1 p-acp n1, xx vvi po21 n1 av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2146 | Page 129 |
12068 | Mos•s, Deut. 32. 10. reckons this as the happiness of Israel, (viz.) That God alone did lead them when they were in a wilderness, a land of drought, | Mos•s, Deuteronomy 32. 10. reckons this as the happiness of Israel, (viz.) That God alone did led them when they were in a Wilderness, a land of drought, | vvz, np1 crd crd vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (n1) cst np1 av-j vdd vvi pno32 c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2146 | Page 129 |
12069 | and pits, and wants, and the shadow of death; so Christ now. | and pits, and Wants, and the shadow of death; so christ now. | cc n2, cc vvz, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; av np1 av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2146 | Page 129 |
12070 | Solomon reckons it as one part of his folly, madness and vanity, when he forsook the Lord in his degenerate condition, Ec•les. 2. 3. that he gave up his heart to vanit•y, and to wisdom also; | Solomon reckons it as one part of his folly, madness and vanity, when he forsook the Lord in his degenerate condition, Ec•les. 2. 3. that he gave up his heart to vanit•y, and to Wisdom also; | np1 vvz pn31 p-acp crd n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 cc n1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, n2. crd crd cst pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp n1 av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2147 | Page 129 |
12071 | as if that was not sufficient alone. Men are not contented with the Lord alone; Solomon as you heard, was gone, whom God appeared twice unto; | as if that was not sufficient alone. Men Are not contented with the Lord alone; Solomon as you herd, was gone, whom God appeared twice unto; | c-acp cs cst vbds xx j av-j. n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j; np1 c-acp pn22 vvd, vbds vvn, ro-crq np1 vvd av p-acp; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2147 | Page 129 |
12072 | Davids heart was sorely assaulted, P•al. 73. untill he wen• into the sanctuary of God, and then, saith he, whom have I in earth but thee? but as for others they are far from this; | Davids heart was sorely assaulted, P•al. 73. until he wen• into the sanctuary of God, and then, Says he, whom have I in earth but thee? but as for Others they Are Far from this; | np1 n1 vbds av-j vvn, j. crd c-acp pns31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av, vvz pns31, r-crq vhb pns11 p-acp n1 p-acp pno21? p-acp c-acp p-acp ng2-jn pns32 vbr av-j p-acp d; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2148 | Page 129 |
12073 | and hence come the many murmurings and sinkings of heart; | and hence come the many murmurings and sinkings of heart; | cc av vvb dt d n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2148 | Page 129 |
12074 | why do not men sink and drown? because they are not in the ark or ship, and stay there alone; | why do not men sink and drown? Because they Are not in the Ark or ship, and stay there alone; | q-crq vdb xx n2 vvi cc vvi? c-acp pns32 vbr xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc vvb a-acp av-j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2148 | Page 129 |
12075 | so it is here, Psal. 16. 4. their sorrows 〈 ◊ 〉 multiplied, &c. SECT. XIII. LAbor for this contentedness in spirit, in four cases especially, wherein the heart is apt to withdraw from the Lord; | so it is Here, Psalm 16. 4. their sorrows 〈 ◊ 〉 multiplied, etc. SECT. XIII. LAbor for this contentedness in Spirit, in four cases especially, wherein the heart is apt to withdraw from the Lord; | av pn31 vbz av, np1 crd crd po32 n2 〈 sy 〉 vvn, av n1. np1. n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, p-acp crd n2 av-j, c-crq dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2148 | Page 129 |
12077 | men can •ub it out with quietness of spirit, when some of their money loose in their pockets is lost; | men can •ub it out with quietness of Spirit, when Some of their money lose in their pockets is lost; | n2 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d pp-f po32 n1 vvi p-acp po32 n2 vbz vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12078 | but when their jewels are lost, their dearest blessings singled out, Wife, Husband, Children, then as Ionah, the soul is almost angry with God, when his gourd is smitten: | but when their Jewels Are lost, their dearest blessings singled out, Wife, Husband, Children, then as Jonah, the soul is almost angry with God, when his gourd is smitten: | cc-acp c-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn, po32 js-jn n2 vvd av, n1, n1, n2, av c-acp np1, dt n1 vbz av j p-acp np1, c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12079 | 1 Thess. 4. 13. without hopes; again some can rub this out till they come to part with all; | 1 Thess 4. 13. without hope's; again Some can rub this out till they come to part with all; | crd np1 crd crd p-acp n2; av d vmb vvi d av c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12080 | when some of our boughs are cut and branches lopt, we can be content; | when Some of our boughs Are Cut and branches lopped, we can be content; | c-crq d pp-f po12 n2 vbr vvn cc n2 vvn, pns12 vmb vbi j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12081 | but to have ou• top boughs cut off, and to strike at the root too, that we should remain as w•thered •ry trees, this can hardly be born: | but to have ou• top boughs Cut off, and to strike At the root too, that we should remain as w•thered •ry trees, this can hardly be born: | cc-acp pc-acp vhi n1 n1 n2 vvn a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp j-vvn n1 n2, d vmb av vbi vvn: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12082 | Men can be content to follow Christ, if they may carry something on their backs beside the cross; | Men can be content to follow christ, if they may carry something on their backs beside the cross; | n2 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi np1, cs pns32 vmb vvi pi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12083 | some can endure •ny thing but poverty, because covetous; others any thing but disgrace, beca••e proud; | Some can endure •ny thing but poverty, Because covetous; Others any thing but disgrace, beca••e proud; | d vmb vvi j n1 p-acp n1, c-acp j; n2-jn d n1 p-acp n1, vbb j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12084 | if some thing or many things be cast over-board in a storm, men can be sometimes contented therewith, if something escapes; | if Some thing or many things be cast overboard in a storm, men can be sometime contented therewith, if something escapes; | cs d n1 cc d n2 vbb vvn av p-acp dt n1, n2 vmb vbi av vvn av, cs pi vvz; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12085 | but when there is a w•a•k of all, now to be content is as hard as to walk upon the waters; | but when there is a w•a•k of all, now to be content is as hard as to walk upon the waters; | cc-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d, av pc-acp vbi j vbz a-acp j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12086 | Israel when they be fed and led by God, all was still; | Israel when they be fed and led by God, all was still; | np1 c-crq pns32 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, d vbds av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12087 | but when they want bread and water, then they murmure, and also ques•ion, Exod. 17. 7. Is God among us now? And truly it would break ones heart to see what sinkings of heart there be among us (the fruits of ex•ream pride and Christlesness) and what vexations men are to themselves, that men are become devils to themselves, their own torme•tors; | but when they want bred and water, then they murmur, and also ques•ion, Exod 17. 7. Is God among us now? And truly it would break ones heart to see what sinkings of heart there be among us (the fruits of ex•ream pride and Christlesness) and what vexations men Are to themselves, that men Are become Devils to themselves, their own torme•tors; | cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vvb, cc av n1, np1 crd crd vbz np1 p-acp pno12 av? cc av-j pn31 vmd vvi pi2 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno12 (dt n2 pp-f n1 n1 cc n1) cc q-crq n2 n2 vbr p-acp px32, cst n2 vbr vvn n2 p-acp px32, po32 d n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12088 | what cares, fears, griefs, losses, decays, that their heads are dawled, and their memories lost, and their hearts sunk, and their count•na•ces al•ered, and the Ordinances comfortless, and themselves heartless, | what Cares, fears, griefs, losses, decays, that their Heads Are dawled, and their memories lost, and their hearts sunk, and their count•na•ces al•ered, and the Ordinances comfortless, and themselves heartless, | r-crq vvz, n2, n2, n2, n2, cst po32 n2 vbr vvn, cc po32 n2 vvn, cc po32 n2 vvn, cc po32 n2 vvn, cc dt n2 j, cc px32 j, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12089 | and pining away in their iniqui••es, because of outward sorrows: Oh consider, either thou shalt shortly be with the Lord, or not; | and pining away in their iniqui••es, Because of outward sorrows: O Consider, either thou shalt shortly be with the Lord, or not; | cc vvg av p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pp-f j n2: uh vvb, av-d pns21 vm2 av-j vbi p-acp dt n1, cc xx; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12090 | if not, there is cause of •ourning: | if not, there is cause of •ourning: | cs xx, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12091 | Oh to go home and see Abraham, Isaac, and Iac•b in Gods Kingdom, and thy self shot out, it were a lamentable thing indeed; | O to go home and see Abraham, Isaac, and Iac•b in God's Kingdom, and thy self shot out, it were a lamentable thing indeed; | uh pc-acp vvi av-an cc vvb np1, np1, cc j p-acp npg1 n1, cc po21 n1 vvd av, pn31 vbdr dt j n1 av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12092 | but if it be otherwise with thee, Oh consider thou shalt be happy enough without these things in heaven; | but if it be otherwise with thee, O Consider thou shalt be happy enough without these things in heaven; | cc-acp cs pn31 vbb av p-acp pno21, uh vvb pns21 vm2 vbi j av-d p-acp d n2 p-acp n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12093 | and therefore though these things be lost, thou shalt not lose one jot of thy happiness: | and Therefore though these things be lost, thou shalt not loose one jot of thy happiness: | cc av cs d n2 vbb vvn, pns21 vm2 xx vvi crd n1 pp-f po21 n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12094 | A man that is blessed with •lessedness it self, and yet sunk, either should say Christ is not blessedness, or else recover. | A man that is blessed with •lessedness it self, and yet sunk, either should say christ is not blessedness, or Else recover. | dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1 pn31 n1, cc av vvn, d vmd vvi np1 vbz xx n1, cc av vvi. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2150 | Page 129 |
12095 | Object. Oh but though I have lost my estate, yet that doth not so much trouble me, | Object. O but though I have lost my estate, yet that does not so much trouble me, | n1. uh cc-acp cs pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, av cst vdz xx av av-d vvi pno11, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2151 | Page 130 |
12096 | as to have lost friends and their love! | as to have lost Friends and their love! | c-acp pc-acp vhi vvn n2 cc po32 n1! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2151 | Page 130 |
12098 | if that goes to the Lord! Heb. 11. They were •awn asunder. It may be thy heart hath gone from Christ; Oh therefore re••••! | if that Goes to the Lord! Hebrew 11. They were •awn asunder. It may be thy heart hath gone from christ; O Therefore re••••! | cs d vvz p-acp dt n1! np1 crd pns32 vbdr vvn av. pn31 vmb vbi po21 n1 vhz vvn p-acp np1; uh av n1! | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2152 | Page 130 |
12099 | for it may be this is Gods end; | for it may be this is God's end; | p-acp pn31 vmb vbi d vbz npg1 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2152 | Page 130 |
12100 | and methinks this should make you content with any cross, thou art not near enough to the Lord; | and methinks this should make you content with any cross, thou art not near enough to the Lord; | cc vvz d vmd vvi pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, pns21 vb2r xx j av-d p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2152 | Page 130 |
12101 | Oh therefore you poor Saints, be not in heaviness by many temptations; the Lord doth it to try your fai•h; | O Therefore you poor Saints, be not in heaviness by many temptations; the Lord does it to try your fai•h; | uh av pn22 j n2, vbb xx p-acp n1 p-acp d n2; dt n1 vdz pn31 pc-acp vvi po22 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2152 | Page 130 |
12102 | can you be content with him alone? It was Iustin Martyrs speech, Nothing else to care for. | can you be content with him alone? It was Justin Martyrs speech, Nothing Else to care for. | vmb pn22 vbi j p-acp pno31 av-j? pn31 vbds np1 n2 n1, pix av pc-acp vvi p-acp. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2152 | Page 130 |
12103 | Secondly, In case the Lord makes outward peace and blessings to abound upon you, set not now your hearts upon these things; | Secondly, In case the Lord makes outward peace and blessings to abound upon you, Set not now your hearts upon these things; | ord, p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz j n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, vvb xx av po22 n2 p-acp d n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2153 | Page 130 |
12104 | sometimes when miseries abound, and there is wracks of all, now the soul is glad to stand upon the rock to save its life, Psal. 78. 35. When he smote them, they then remembre• God was their rock; | sometime when misery's abound, and there is wracks of all, now the soul is glad to stand upon the rock to save its life, Psalm 78. 35. When he smote them, they then remembre• God was their rock; | av c-crq n2 vvb, cc pc-acp vbz n2 pp-f d, av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vvd pno32, pns32 av n1 np1 vbds po32 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2153 | Page 130 |
12105 | but when the Lord begins to fill the soul with outward blessings, it is then exceeding hard not to lodge them in the Lords own room and habitation for himself, | but when the Lord begins to fill the soul with outward blessings, it is then exceeding heard not to lodge them in the lords own room and habitation for himself, | p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz av av-vvg vvn xx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 d n1 cc n1 p-acp px31, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2153 | Page 130 |
12106 | and the Lord is forgotten and fo•saken also, Jet. 2. 1, 2, 4, 5. | and the Lord is forgotten and fo•saken also, Jet. 2. 1, 2, 4, 5. | cc dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn av, n1. crd crd, crd, crd, crd | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2153 | Page 130 |
12107 | But when these things are removed, or with you continued, yet let your hearts still be kept for the Lord; | But when these things Are removed, or with you continued, yet let your hearts still be kept for the Lord; | cc-acp c-crq d n2 vbr vvn, cc p-acp pn22 vvd, av vvb po22 n2 av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12108 | for if these things were necessary, you should have them in heaven; but there is no need of them there, but only of the Lord. | for if these things were necessary, you should have them in heaven; but there is no need of them there, but only of the Lord. | c-acp cs d n2 vbdr j, pn22 vmd vhi pno32 p-acp n1; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f pno32 a-acp, cc-acp av-j pp-f dt n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12109 | Psal. 17. ult. It was Davids prayer that he might be delivered from the men who had their portion in this world; | Psalm 17. ult. It was Davids prayer that he might be Delivered from the men who had their portion in this world; | np1 crd n1. pn31 vbds np1 n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq vhd po32 n1 p-acp d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12110 | but I shall behold thy face, and therewith be satisfied when I awake; i. e. | but I shall behold thy face, and therewith be satisfied when I awake; i. e. | cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1, cc av vbi vvn c-crq pns11 vvb; uh. sy. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12111 | Some outward troubles now made him heavy, that he slept the sleep of death, saith Calvin, but then he should be satisfied; | some outward Troubles now made him heavy, that he slept the sleep of death, Says calvin, but then he should be satisfied; | d j n2 av vvd pno31 j, cst pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz np1, p-acp av pns31 vmd vbi vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12112 | it was Davids argument to prove his faith, Psal. 16. The Lord is the portion of my lot and cup; not his crown nor kingdom; | it was Davids argument to prove his faith, Psalm 16. The Lord is the portion of my lot and cup; not his crown nor Kingdom; | pn31 vbds np1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, np1 crd dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc n1; xx po31 n1 ccx n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12113 | 1 Cor. 7. 30. Paul mixes this with his counsels, use the world as if you used it not, possess as if you possessed not, | 1 Cor. 7. 30. Paul mixes this with his Counsels, use the world as if you used it not, possess as if you possessed not, | crd np1 crd crd np1 vvz d p-acp po31 n2, vvb dt n1 c-acp cs pn22 vvd pn31 xx, vvb c-acp cs pn22 vvd xx, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12114 | for the fashion of it passeth away. The love of Christ sweetens these things; nay, the sweet of them is Christs; | for the fashion of it passes away. The love of christ sweetens these things; nay, the sweet of them is Christ; | c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz av. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n2; uh-x, dt j pp-f pno32 vbz npg1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12115 | he lets into them his love and his sweetness, &c. Oh the peace that comes by this means, | he lets into them his love and his sweetness, etc. O the peace that comes by this means, | pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 po31 n1 cc po31 n1, av uh dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d n2, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12116 | when a no outward evil detracts, and no outward good thing adds to your blessedness! It is so in it self; | when a no outward evil detracts, and no outward good thing adds to your blessedness! It is so in it self; | c-crq av dx j n-jn vvz, cc dx j j n1 vvz p-acp po22 n1! pn31 vbz av p-acp pn31 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12117 | Oh that it were so indeed unto you, Psal. 23. | O that it were so indeed unto you, Psalm 23. | uh cst pn31 vbdr av av p-acp pn22, np1 crd | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2154 | Page 130 |
12118 | Thirdly, In case the soul comforts it self in hopes and desires after good things to come in this world; | Thirdly, In case the soul comforts it self in hope's and Desires After good things to come in this world; | ord, p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp n2 cc vvz p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2155 | Page 130 |
12120 | a man findes a bottom here, but he looks for things to come, and so lancheth out his heart in the deep, lets the rains of his heart go strongly after things to come, | a man finds a bottom Here, but he looks for things to come, and so launcheth out his heart in the deep, lets the rains of his heart go strongly After things to come, | dt n1 vvz dt n1 av, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, cc av vvz av po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn, vvb|pno12 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvi av-j p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2155 | Page 130 |
12121 | and so the Lord alone doth not quiet him; many mens blessedness here is imaginary, and chiefly because of that which is to come. | and so the Lord alone does not quiet him; many men's blessedness Here is imaginary, and chiefly Because of that which is to come. | cc av dt n1 av-j vdz xx vvi pno31; d ng2 n1 av vbz j, cc av-jn c-acp pp-f d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2155 | Page 130 |
12122 | Oh consider when it will be found to be blessedness to enjoy the Lord alone, without hope or desire of any good else to come; | O Consider when it will be found to be blessedness to enjoy the Lord alone, without hope or desire of any good Else to come; | uh vvb c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j, p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f d j av pc-acp vvi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2156 | Page 130 |
12123 | thy soul shall say, Let me ever see and love this God, and none else. It was the sweet affection of Paul, I desire much to be with Christ; | thy soul shall say, Let me ever see and love this God, and none Else. It was the sweet affection of Paul, I desire much to be with christ; | po21 n1 vmb vvi, vvb pno11 av vvi cc vvi d np1, cc pix av. pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvb av-d pc-acp vbi p-acp np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2156 | Page 130 |
12124 | he did not desire these things, no not body nor life; nothing else but to be with him; | he did not desire these things, no not body nor life; nothing Else but to be with him; | pns31 vdd xx vvi d n2, uh-dx xx n1 ccx n1; pix av cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2156 | Page 130 |
12125 | and that not faintly but earnestly, 2 Cor. 5. 1. because he was now absent from the Lord; | and that not faintly but earnestly, 2 Cor. 5. 1. Because he was now absent from the Lord; | cc cst xx av-j cc-acp av-j, crd np1 crd crd c-acp pns31 vbds av j p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2156 | Page 130 |
12126 | Oh the sinful lusts of men• men think themselves miserable if they be not satisfied; and they are not satisfied because Christ is not enough alone. | O the sinful Lustiest of men• men think themselves miserable if they be not satisfied; and they Are not satisfied Because christ is not enough alone. | uh dt j n2 pp-f n1 n2 vvb px32 j cs pns32 vbb xx vvn; cc pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp np1 vbz xx av-d av-j. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2156 | Page 130 |
12127 | Oh but know it, he will be so shortly, soul-satisfying blessedness to his people: | O but know it, he will be so shortly, Soul-satisfying blessedness to his people: | uh cc-acp vvb pn31, pns31 vmb vbi av av-j, j n1 p-acp po31 n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2156 | Page 130 |
12128 | And this I add, the way to have all desires satisfied, is, to joy in Christ alone, Psal. 37. 5. | And this I add, the Way to have all Desires satisfied, is, to joy in christ alone, Psalm 37. 5. | cc d pns11 vvb, dt n1 pc-acp vhi d n2 vvn, vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av-j, np1 crd crd | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2156 | Page 130 |
12129 | Fourthly, In case of all spiritual wants; for this troubles the heart above any other thing; | Fourthly, In case of all spiritual Wants; for this Troubles the heart above any other thing; | ord, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n2; p-acp d n2 dt n1 p-acp d j-jn n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2157 | Page 130 |
12130 | thou sayst thou hast such wants and such sins; Oh but remember this, thou shalt have thy fill of him hereafter; | thou Sayest thou hast such Wants and such Sins; O but Remember this, thou shalt have thy fill of him hereafter; | pns21 vv2 pns21 vh2 d n2 cc d n2; uh cc-acp vvb d, pns21 vm2 vhi po21 n1 pp-f pno31 av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2157 | Page 130 |
12131 | he is absent now, but thou shalt be with him; he hides his face now, but he will arise upon thee and never set more, | he is absent now, but thou shalt be with him; he hides his face now, but he will arise upon thee and never Set more, | pns31 vbz j av, cc-acp pns21 vm2 vbi p-acp pno31; pns31 vvz po31 n1 av, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 cc av-x vvb av-dc, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2157 | Page 131 |
12132 | and will supply all thy wants. Thus the Apostle perswades to love the Scriptures, though they gave but a little light, | and will supply all thy Wants. Thus the Apostle persuades to love the Scriptures, though they gave but a little Light, | cc vmb vvi d po21 n2. av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2, cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2157 | Page 131 |
12133 | and they were in darkness, until this day-star arose; so then all darkness shall be abolished; | and they were in darkness, until this daystar arose; so then all darkness shall be abolished; | cc pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, c-acp d n1 vvd; av cs d n1 vmb vbi vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2157 | Page 131 |
12134 | so the Saints complain, If a Son, why so unlike Christ? yet remember When he appears we shall be like him, 1 Iohn 3. 2. Col. 1. 3. | so the Saints complain, If a Son, why so unlike christ? yet Remember When he appears we shall be like him, 1 John 3. 2. Col. 1. 3. | av dt n2 vvb, cs dt n1, uh-crq av av-j np1? av vvb c-crq pns31 vvz pns12 vmb vbi av-j pno31, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2157 | Page 131 |
12135 | Object. But these things are to come, how can I be content now? | Object. But these things Are to come, how can I be content now? | n1. p-acp d n2 vbr pc-acp vvi, q-crq vmb pns11 vbi j av? | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2158 | Page 131 |
12136 | Answ. 1. Carnal hearts feed themselves chiefly with hopes, and false hopes of base things to come; | Answer 1. Carnal hearts feed themselves chiefly with hope's, and false hope's of base things to come; | np1 crd j n2 vvb px32 av-jn p-acp n2, cc j n2 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2159 | Page 131 |
12137 | why will not you now with this? Rom. 5. 2, 3. we rejoyce in hope, and live by hope. | why will not you now with this? Rom. 5. 2, 3. we rejoice in hope, and live by hope. | q-crq vmb xx pn22 av p-acp d? np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2159 | Page 131 |
12138 | 2. Faith makes things absent present, Heb. 11. 13. They saw the promises afar off, and were perswaded and embraced them; | 2. Faith makes things absent present, Hebrew 11. 13. They saw the promises afar off, and were persuaded and embraced them; | crd n1 vvz n2 j n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd dt n2 av a-acp, cc vbdr vvn cc vvd pno32; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2160 | Page 131 |
12139 | so do you, and the Lord in them here, but the fruition and possession of those things promised is more. | so do you, and the Lord in them Here, but the fruition and possession of those things promised is more. | av vdb pn22, cc dt n1 p-acp pno32 av, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 vvn vbz av-dc. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2160 | Page 131 |
12140 | 3. Though there is not perfect and full fruition of the Lord here, yet it is in part here, which gives unknown sweetness, Revel. 21. 23. They need not the Sun, | 3. Though there is not perfect and full fruition of the Lord Here, yet it is in part Here, which gives unknown sweetness, Revel. 21. 23. They need not the Sun, | crd cs pc-acp vbz xx j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 av, av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 av, r-crq vvz j n1, vvb. crd crd pns32 vvb xx dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2161 | Page 131 |
12141 | but the Lamb is the light of that Temple, P•al. 23. ult. | but the Lamb is the Light of that Temple, P•al. 23. ult. | cc-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, j. crd n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2161 | Page 131 |
12142 | 4. What though the Lord keeps thee short, yet for his sake be content whiles he keeps thee in want; | 4. What though the Lord keeps thee short, yet for his sake be content while he keeps thee in want; | crd q-crq cs dt n1 vvz pno21 j, av p-acp po31 n1 vbb j cs pns31 vvz pno21 p-acp n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2162 | Page 131 |
12143 | there is not a cross but the Lord saith, •or my sake bear it; nor a denial of any mercy, nor a putting by any prayer, but Christ saith, | there is not a cross but the Lord Says, •or my sake bear it; nor a denial of any mercy, nor a putting by any prayer, but christ Says, | pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, j po11 n1 vvi pn31; ccx dt n1 pp-f d n1, ccx dt vvg p-acp d n1, cc-acp np1 vvz, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2162 | Page 131 |
12144 | For my sake be content with it, as they Psal. 44. 22. and be content a little while; | For my sake be content with it, as they Psalm 44. 22. and be content a little while; | c-acp po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pn31, c-acp pns32 np1 crd crd cc vbi j dt j n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2162 | Page 131 |
12145 | glory is not yet ready for thee, nor thou for it; now let this prevail with you; | glory is not yet ready for thee, nor thou for it; now let this prevail with you; | n1 vbz xx av j p-acp pno21, ccx pns21 p-acp pn31; av vvb d vvi p-acp pn22; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2162 | Page 131 |
12146 | be content to be afflicted, buffetted, forsaken; q•iering the heart with this, I shall one day be with the Lord; Christ was thus for thee. | be content to be afflicted, buffeted, forsaken; q•iering the heart with this, I shall one day be with the Lord; christ was thus for thee. | vbb j pc-acp vbi vvn, vvn, vvn; vvg dt n1 p-acp d, pns11 vmb crd n1 vbb p-acp dt n1; np1 vbds av p-acp pno21. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2162 | Page 131 |
12147 | And as for you that never had heart to receive Christ yet; oh that this thing might make your hearts come off from all creatures to him; | And as for you that never had heart to receive christ yet; o that this thing might make your hearts come off from all creatures to him; | cc c-acp p-acp pn22 cst av-x vhd n1 pc-acp vvi np1 av; uh cst d n1 vmd vvi po22 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp d n2 p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2163 | Page 131 |
12148 | Isa. 55. 3. Why spend you your mony for no bread, and for that which satisfies not, and for that which continues not; | Isaiah 55. 3. Why spend you your money for no bred, and for that which Satisfies not, and for that which continues not; | np1 crd crd q-crq vvb pn22 po22 n1 p-acp dx n1, cc p-acp d r-crq vvz xx, cc p-acp d r-crq vvz xx; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2163 | Page 131 |
12149 | what though thou lose by parting with thy lusts, al• comforts, friends, favor of men, gain? thou shalt find all these in him; | what though thou loose by parting with thy Lustiest, al• comforts, Friends, favour of men, gain? thou shalt find all these in him; | r-crq cs pns21 vvb p-acp vvg p-acp po21 n2, n1 n2, n2, n1 pp-f n2, n1? pns21 vm2 vvi d d p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2163 | Page 131 |
12150 | lose him, and thou canst not finde these in them: Oh but this you will not come to; | loose him, and thou Canst not find these in them: O but this you will not come to; | vvb pno31, cc pns21 vm2 xx vvi d p-acp pno32: uh p-acp d pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2163 | Page 131 |
12151 | but yet remember, Psal. 81. 11. Heb. 5. 9. and therefore is there any soul here that as Hannah was praying for a Child, | but yet Remember, Psalm 81. 11. Hebrew 5. 9. and Therefore is there any soul Here that as Hannah was praying for a Child, | cc-acp av vvb, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc av vbz pc-acp d n1 av cst p-acp np1 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2163 | Page 131 |
12152 | so you for Christ alone? I offer thee Christ; in the name of the Lord take him; | so you for christ alone? I offer thee christ; in the name of the Lord take him; | av pn22 p-acp np1 av-j? pns11 vvb pno21 np1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2163 | Page 131 |
12153 | thou canst not exalt Christ more by any act than by taking him; | thou Canst not exalt christ more by any act than by taking him; | pns21 vm2 xx vvi np1 av-dc p-acp d n1 cs p-acp vvg pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2163 | Page 131 |
12154 | and therefore, as hers, so let thy heart go home quietted, mourn no more, and let it ever bear up thy heart, | and Therefore, as hers, so let thy heart go home quieted, mourn no more, and let it ever bear up thy heart, | cc av, c-acp png31, av vvb po21 n1 vvb av-an vvn, vvb av-dx av-dc, cc vvb pn31 av vvi a-acp po21 n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2163 | Page 131 |
12155 | as the ark above all waters, that thou art shipt safe in him. SECT. XIV. OH therefore be as near the Lord Jesus now a• you can be in this world; | as the Ark above all waters, that thou art shipped safe in him. SECT. XIV. O Therefore be as near the Lord jesus now a• you can be in this world; | c-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, cst pns21 vb2r vvn j p-acp pno31. n1. np1. uh av vbi c-acp av-j dt n1 np1 av n1 pn22 vmb vbi p-acp d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2163 | Page 131 |
12156 | be as much alone with him as you can; there will be a very near conjunction and communion between you and christ Another day; | vbb c-acp av-d j p-acp pno31 c-acp pn22 vmb; pc-acp vmb vbi dt av j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22 cc np1 j-jn n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2164 | Page 131 | |
12157 | and herein alone lyes your blessedness; you are yet in your race, and absent from home; | and herein alone lies your blessedness; you Are yet in your raze, and absent from home; | cc av av-j vvz po22 n1; pn22 vbr av p-acp po22 n1, cc j p-acp n1-an; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2164 | Page 131 |
12158 | yet be as near home, and reaching after the price of your high calling; | yet be as near home, and reaching After the price of your high calling; | av vbb c-acp av-j av-an, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 j n-vvg; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2164 | Page 131 |
12159 | when David could not come to the Temple, yet his heart was as near it as it could; | when David could not come to the Temple, yet his heart was as near it as it could; | c-crq np1 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, av po31 n1 vbds c-acp av-j pn31 c-acp pn31 vmd; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2164 | Page 131 |
12160 | he would be coming after it, and accounting them happy that might be near, even the very Swallows. | he would be coming After it, and accounting them happy that might be near, even the very Swallows. | pns31 vmd vbi vvg p-acp pn31, cc vvg pno32 j cst vmd vbi j, av dt j n2. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2164 | Page 131 |
12161 | That is the nature of love, Where it cannot go, it will creep; it will be as near the thing beloved as it can: So here. | That is the nature of love, Where it cannot go, it will creep; it will be as near the thing Beloved as it can: So Here. | cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vmbx vvi, pn31 vmb vvi; pn31 vmb vbi a-acp j dt n1 vvn c-acp pn31 vmb: av av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2164 | Page 131 |
12162 | The Saints when they were cast from the Temple, when they could not go to it, | The Saints when they were cast from the Temple, when they could not go to it, | dt n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2165 | Page 131 |
12163 | yet they would look towards, and pray towards it; Daniel did it though he died for it; | yet they would look towards, and pray towards it; daniel did it though he died for it; | av pns32 vmd vvi p-acp, cc vvb p-acp pn31; np1 vdd pn31 cs pns31 vvd p-acp pn31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2165 | Page 131 |
12164 | Ionah, though discouraged, and thought he should never come there, but be cast out of Gods •ight. | Jonah, though discouraged, and Thought he should never come there, but be cast out of God's •ight. | np1, cs vvn, cc vvd pns31 vmd av-x vvi a-acp, cc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f npg1 n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2165 | Page 132 |
12165 | Iacob and Ioseph, though they might have had honorable burial elsewhere, yet such was not only their faith in the promise, | Iacob and Ioseph, though they might have had honourable burial elsewhere, yet such was not only their faith in the promise, | np1 cc np1, c-acp pns32 vmd vhi vhn j n1 av, av d vbds xx av-j po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2166 | Page 132 |
12166 | but their love to the Land of promise, where they knew God intended his presence, that their very bones must lie there, Heb. 11. 22. when they could not live there, their very carkasses shall lie there. | but their love to the Land of promise, where they knew God intended his presence, that their very bones must lie there, Hebrew 11. 22. when they could not live there, their very carcases shall lie there. | cc-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vvd np1 vvd po31 n1, cst po32 j n2 vmb vvi a-acp, np1 crd crd c-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi a-acp, po32 j n2 vmb vvi a-acp. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2166 | Page 132 |
12167 | ' This was the power of the timo•ous faith of Ioseph and Nicodemus (when they had lost the life of Christ, | ' This was the power of the timo•ous faith of Ioseph and Nicodemus (when they had lost the life of christ, | ' d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 (c-crq pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2167 | Page 132 |
12168 | and Christ was departed) yet they loved and begged the dead body of Jesus; | and christ was departed) yet they loved and begged the dead body of jesus; | cc np1 vbds vvn) av pns32 vvd cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2167 | Page 132 |
12169 | so though you have neglected the Lord, yet now be as near the Lord as you can; | so though you have neglected the Lord, yet now be as near the Lord as you can; | av cs pn22 vhb vvn dt n1, av av vbi c-acp av-j dt n1 c-acp pn22 vmb; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2167 | Page 132 |
12170 | Christ himself when he was to depart from his people, yet he would be as near to his as he could; hence he sends the Comforter; | christ himself when he was to depart from his people, yet he would be as near to his as he could; hence he sends the Comforter; | np1 px31 c-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vmd vbi a-acp j p-acp po31 p-acp pns31 vmd; av pns31 vvz dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2167 | Page 132 |
12171 | Oh so be you towards him! I know his love to us exceeds ours to him; | O so be you towards him! I know his love to us exceeds ours to him; | uh av vbi pn22 p-acp pno31! pns11 vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno12 vvz png12 pc-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2167 | Page 132 |
12172 | but there is no reason why it should, for we are vile; there is reason ours should exceed, for he is worthy; | but there is no reason why it should, for we Are vile; there is reason ours should exceed, for he is worthy; | cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 c-crq pn31 vmd, c-acp pns12 vbr j; pc-acp vbz n1 png12 vmd vvi, c-acp pns31 vbz j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2167 | Page 132 |
12173 | this is the honor of the Saints, To be a people near to him; | this is the honour of the Saints, To be a people near to him; | d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vbi dt n1 av-j p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2167 | Page 132 |
12174 | as it is the curse, and shame, and misery of all the world to be far from him. | as it is the curse, and shame, and misery of all the world to be Far from him. | p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp pno31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2167 | Page 132 |
12175 | Mens hearts lie further out from Christ than we are aware of; | Mens hearts lie further out from christ than we Are aware of; | np1 n2 vvb av-jc av p-acp np1 cs pns12 vbr j pp-f; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2168 | Page 132 |
12176 | some stars seem to be within a hands breadth of the moon, when they are indeed far off, | Some Stars seem to be within a hands breadth of the moon, when they Are indeed Far off, | d n2 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbr av av-j a-acp, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2168 | Page 132 |
12177 | because of our weakness not able to judge of things at that distance; so it is with many; | Because of our weakness not able to judge of things At that distance; so it is with many; | c-acp pp-f po12 n1 xx j pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 p-acp d n1; av pn31 vbz p-acp d; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2168 | Page 132 |
12178 | nay many of Gods own people are far off, or not near enough to the Lord: And hence come | nay many of God's own people Are Far off, or not near enough to the Lord: And hence come | uh-x d pp-f n2 d n1 vbr av-j a-acp, cc xx j av-d p-acp dt n1: cc av vvb | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2168 | Page 132 |
12179 | First, All afflictions for the most part; | First, All afflictions for the most part; | ord, d n2 p-acp dt av-ds n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2169 | Page 132 |
12180 | why are they sent but to fetch you in from your strayings? hence Psal. 23. 4. the rod of God comforted David. | why Are they sent but to fetch you in from your strayings? hence Psalm 23. 4. the rod of God comforted David. | q-crq vbr pns32 vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp p-acp po22 n2-vvg? av np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2169 | Page 132 |
12181 | Secondly, Hence comes your sleeping in your strayings from God; | Secondly, Hence comes your sleeping in your strayings from God; | ord, av vvz po22 n-vvg p-acp po22 n2-vvg p-acp np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2170 | Page 132 |
12182 | as Ionah that went away from the presence of the Lord, and the Lord let him alone for a time; | as Jonah that went away from the presence of the Lord, and the Lord let him alone for a time; | c-acp np1 cst vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 vvb pno31 av-j p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2170 | Page 132 |
12183 | I know there are daily strayings; but to lie and live in them not lamented, this argues your hearts are gone, | I know there Are daily strayings; but to lie and live in them not lamented, this argues your hearts Are gone, | pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr av-j n2-vvg; cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32 xx vvn, d vvz po22 n2 vbr vvn, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2170 | Page 132 |
12184 | and lie out from the Lord, at least, for a time. SECT. XV. Quest. HOw should we be near unto the Lord? Answ. In Four particulars. | and lie out from the Lord, At least, for a time. SECT. XV. Quest. HOw should we be near unto the Lord? Answer In Four particulars. | cc vvb av p-acp dt n1, p-acp ds, p-acp dt n1. n1. crd. n1. q-crq vmd pns12 vbi j p-acp dt n1? np1 p-acp crd n2-j. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2170 | Page 132 |
12185 | First, Be near to him in his Providences; | First, Be near to him in his Providences; | ord, vbb j p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2173 | Page 132 |
12186 | the Lord is exceeding near to all men thus, Act. 17. 27, 28. in him we live and move, as the beam is in the Sun, | the Lord is exceeding near to all men thus, Act. 17. 27, 28. in him we live and move, as the beam is in the Sun, | dt n1 vbz vvg av-j p-acp d n2 av, n1 crd crd, crd p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb cc vvi, p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2173 | Page 132 |
12187 | so as he may be felt; | so as he may be felt; | av c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2173 | Page 132 |
12188 | it is wonderful to think how near the Lord is to men, not only by the immediateness of his vertue, but of his person; | it is wondered to think how near the Lord is to men, not only by the immediateness of his virtue, but of his person; | pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j dt n1 vbz p-acp n2, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp pp-f po31 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2173 | Page 132 |
12189 | yet they are far from the Lord, and men are to seek for him; | yet they Are Far from the Lord, and men Are to seek for him; | av pns32 vbr av-j p-acp dt n1, cc n2 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2173 | Page 132 |
12190 | hence vers. 30, 31. he perswades unto that, especially to be near God, not only as a Creator, | hence vers. 30, 31. he persuades unto that, especially to be near God, not only as a Creator, | av zz. crd, crd pns31 vvz p-acp d, av-j pc-acp vbi j np1, xx av-j c-acp dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2173 | Page 132 |
12191 | but as a Mediator, by whom the affairs of all the family in heaven and earth are ordered. | but as a Mediator, by whom the affairs of all the family in heaven and earth Are ordered. | cc-acp c-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vbr vvn. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2173 | Page 132 |
12192 | Oh therefore seek him till you come so near as to see him and find him hete; | O Therefore seek him till you come so near as to see him and find him hete; | uh av vvb pno31 c-acp pn22 vvb av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31 av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2174 | Page 132 |
12193 | David saw this really, and that in times of peace, when he had far pastures and full cups, Psal. 23. he saw the Lord as his Shepherd; | David saw this really, and that in times of peace, when he had Far pastures and full cups, Psalm 23. he saw the Lord as his Shepherd; | np1 vvd d av-j, cc cst p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vhd j n2 cc j n2, np1 crd pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2174 | Page 132 |
12194 | Ioh. 10. 1. who is known of his, feeding, leading, restoring, comforting by rods, adhering to him in the valley of the shadow of death; | John 10. 1. who is known of his, feeding, leading, restoring, comforting by rods, adhering to him in the valley of the shadow of death; | np1 crd crd r-crq vbz vvn pp-f png31, vvg, vvg, j-vvg, vvg p-acp n2, vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2174 | Page 132 |
12195 | and then for outward things, furnishing his table, annointing his head, giving necessities and superfluities; he looked not only on second causes, but saw God as really doing all these, | and then for outward things, furnishing his table, anointing his head, giving necessities and superfluities; he looked not only on second Causes, but saw God as really doing all these, | cc av p-acp j n2, vvg po31 n1, vvg po31 n1, vvg n2 cc n2; pns31 vvd xx av-j p-acp ord n2, cc-acp vvd np1 c-acp av-j vdg d d, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2174 | Page 132 |
12196 | as carnal men see second causes doing these: Nay, he so sees the Lord, as that he falls a wondering; | as carnal men see second Causes doing these: Nay, he so sees the Lord, as that he falls a wondering; | c-acp j n2 vvi ord vvz vdg d: uh-x, pns31 av vvz dt n1, c-acp cst pns31 vvz dt vvg; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2174 | Page 132 |
12197 | and indeed the Lord is never seen in his Providences till then; | and indeed the Lord is never seen in his Providences till then; | cc av dt n1 vbz av-x vvn p-acp po31 n2 c-acp av; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2174 | Page 132 |
12198 | as Manoah saw the Angel do wondrously, Judg. 13. 19. Psal. 139. 14. Marvellous are thy works, vers. 17, 18. How precious are thy thoughts • he saw from the Lords works, | as Manoah saw the Angel do wondrously, Judges 13. 19. Psalm 139. 14. Marvellous Are thy works, vers. 17, 18. How precious Are thy thoughts • he saw from the lords works, | c-acp np1 vvd dt n1 vdb av-j, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd j vbr po21 n2, fw-la. crd, crd c-crq j vbr po21 n2 • pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 n2, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2174 | Page 133 |
12199 | and gathered an idea of the thoughts of God; so should we; and hence when he did awake he was still with th• Lord; | and gathered an idea of the thoughts of God; so should we; and hence when he did awake he was still with th• Lord; | cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; av vmd pns12; cc av c-crq pns31 vdd vvi pns31 vbds av p-acp n1 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2174 | Page 133 |
12200 | the first thing that appeared was the Lord, Psal. 73. 23, 24, 25. To the beasts the Lord is near, but they cannot reflect upon their own actions, much less upon the Lord; | the First thing that appeared was the Lord, Psalm 73. 23, 24, 25. To the beasts the Lord is near, but they cannot reflect upon their own actions, much less upon the Lord; | dt ord n1 cst vvn vbds dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd p-acp dt n2 dt n1 vbz j, cc-acp pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp po32 d n2, av-d av-dc p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2174 | Page 133 |
12201 | The Heathens may see we are Gods off-spring, and see God as a Creator at some times; | The heathens may see we Are God's offspring, and see God as a Creator At Some times; | dt n2-jn vmb vvi pns12 vbr ng1 n1, cc vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2175 | Page 133 |
12202 | but let them that profess Christ, see and finde out Christ as Media•or; | but let them that profess christ, see and find out christ as Media•or; | cc-acp vvb pno32 cst vvb np1, vvb cc vvi av np1 p-acp n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2175 | Page 133 |
12203 | as Moses that desired to see the Lord passing by him, whom he had seen a little before; | as Moses that desired to see the Lord passing by him, whom he had seen a little before; | c-acp np1 cst vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31, ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt j p-acp; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2175 | Page 133 |
12204 | truly the Lord not only passeth by you, but is with you proclaiming his name by the voyce of his Providence toward you, patience, pity, love, truth, wisdom; | truly the Lord not only passes by you, but is with you proclaiming his name by the voice of his Providence towards you, patience, pity, love, truth, Wisdom; | av-j dt n1 xx av-j vvz p-acp pn22, cc-acp vbz p-acp pn22 vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn22, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2175 | Page 133 |
12205 | and yet truly this is very difficult and hard to see. SECT. XVI. MEn see not Jesus Christ, First, Because second causes seem to work all; | and yet truly this is very difficult and hard to see. SECT. XVI. MEn see not jesus christ, First, Because second Causes seem to work all; | cc av av-j d vbz av j cc j pc-acp vvi. n1. np1. n2 vvb xx np1 np1, ord, c-acp ord n2 vvi pc-acp vvi d; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2175 | Page 133 |
12206 | this estate my friends gave me, or my labor got me; this house the Carpenter built for me, these provisions my money bought for me; | this estate my Friends gave me, or my labour god me; this house the Carpenter built for me, these provisions my money bought for me; | d n1 po11 n2 vvd pno11, cc po11 n1 vvd pno11; d n1 dt n1 vvn p-acp pno11, d n2 po11 n1 vvn p-acp pno11; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2176 | Page 133 |
12207 | and so the creatureslike broad leaves hide the boughs of the glory of God in Christ on which they grow, | and so the creatureslike broad leaves hide the boughs of the glory of God in christ on which they grow, | cc av dt n1 j n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2176 | Page 133 |
12208 | and are opake and dense, and not transparent, through which the soul may see the glory of God abroad. | and Are opaque and dense, and not transparent, through which the soul may see the glory of God abroad. | cc vbr vvd cc zz, cc xx j, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2176 | Page 133 |
12209 | Secondly, Because men have so many businesses and cares that they cannot have leasure really to see the Lord. | Secondly, Because men have so many businesses and Cares that they cannot have leisure really to see the Lord. | ord, c-acp n2 vhb av d n2 cc n2 cst pns32 vmbx vhi n1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2177 | Page 133 |
12210 | Thirdly, Because there is a malice in all mens hearts naturally which suffocates all that which may be known of him, Rom. 1. 28. They delighted not, to retain God in their knowledge; | Thirdly, Because there is a malice in all men's hearts naturally which suffocates all that which may be known of him, Rom. 1. 28. They delighted not, to retain God in their knowledge; | ord, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d ng2 n2 av-j r-crq vvz d d r-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd xx, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2178 | Page 133 |
12211 | the works of God grow vile and sordid through their commonness to them. Fourthly, Because men can live well enough without him; | the works of God grow vile and sordid through their commonness to them. Fourthly, Because men can live well enough without him; | dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb j cc j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno32. ord, c-acp n2 vmb vvi av av-d p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2178 | Page 133 |
12212 | hence like a childe at nurse, that forgets friends and home, because it is well enough without them; | hence like a child At nurse, that forgets Friends and home, Because it is well enough without them; | av av-j dt n1 p-acp n1, cst vvz n2 cc n1-an, c-acp pn31 vbz av av-d p-acp pno32; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2179 | Page 133 |
12213 | thus mens minds are not fed with the thoughts of him, Ier. 2. 6. Fifthly, Because Nature never heard of a Mediator governing; | thus men's minds Are not fed with the thoughts of him, Jeremiah 2. 6. Fifthly, Because Nature never herd of a Mediator governing; | av ng2 n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno31, np1 crd crd ord, c-acp n1 av-x vvn pp-f dt n1 vvg; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2179 | Page 133 |
12214 | all their lives, and comforts, and all; | all their lives, and comforts, and all; | d po32 n2, cc n2, cc d; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2180 | Page 133 |
12215 | they see not all given them by the Almighty hand of Christ, who hath all power given hi•• in heaven and earth, and who must reign not only friends till they are gathered, | they see not all given them by the Almighty hand of christ, who hath all power given hi•• in heaven and earth, and who must Reign not only Friends till they Are gathered, | pns32 vvb xx d vvn pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz d n1 vvn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc r-crq vmb vvi xx av-j n2 c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2180 | Page 133 |
12216 | but over his enemies also till they are subdued, and to question this is to question Christ's sitting at Gods right hand. | but over his enemies also till they Are subdued, and to question this is to question Christ's sitting At God's right hand. | cc-acp p-acp po31 n2 av c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, cc pc-acp vvi d vbz p-acp n1 npg1 vvg p-acp npg1 j-jn n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2180 | Page 133 |
12217 | He is owner of all, and dispose• of all to the least growth of thy stature, | He is owner of all, and dispose• of all to the least growth of thy stature, | pns31 vbz n1 pp-f d, cc n1 pp-f d p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f po21 n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2180 | Page 133 |
12218 | and the most careless fall of the least hair; to do not only the greatest, but the meanest offices of love for thee. | and the most careless fallen of the least hair; to do not only the greatest, but the Meanest Offices of love for thee. | cc dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt ds n1; p-acp vdb xx av-j dt js, cc-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2180 | Page 133 |
12219 | You say indeed you believe all is from Christ; oh but you see it not; | You say indeed you believe all is from christ; o but you see it not; | pn22 vvb av pn22 vvb d vbz p-acp np1; uh p-acp pn22 vvb pn31 xx; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2181 | Page 133 |
12220 | come near therefore and see the Lord, Deut. 8. 9. they were forty years a learning that Man lives not by bread, | come near Therefore and see the Lord, Deuteronomy 8. 9. they were forty Years a learning that Man lives not by bred, | vvb av-j av cc vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr crd n2 dt n1 cst n1 vvz xx p-acp n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2181 | Page 133 |
12221 | nor is warmed by cloaths, &c. and though they had mar•ellous wondrous works, yet Deut. 29. To this day the Lord hath not given you eyes to see. | nor is warmed by clothes, etc. and though they had mar•ellous wondrous works, yet Deuteronomy 29. To this day the Lord hath not given you eyes to see. | ccx vbz vvn p-acp n2, av cc cs pns32 vhd j j n2, av np1 crd p-acp d n1 dt n1 vhz xx vvn pn22 n2 pc-acp vvi. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2181 | Page 133 |
12222 | Oh therefore labor to see who it is that nurses you, gu•des you, tends you, leads you, teacheth you, lays you down, | O Therefore labour to see who it is that Nurse's you, gu•des you, tends you, leads you, Teaches you, lays you down, | uh av n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pn31 vbz cst vvz pn22, av pn22, vvz pn22, vvz pn22, vvz pn22, vvz pn22 a-acp, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2182 | Page 133 |
12223 | and takes you up, and let the works of Christ raise up your minds, to the thoughts of Christ in heaven, remembring thee in his Kingdom of glory, who might forget thee; | and Takes you up, and let the works of christ raise up your minds, to the thoughts of christ in heaven, remembering thee in his Kingdom of glory, who might forget thee; | cc vvz pn22 a-acp, cc vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi a-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vvg pno21 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmd vvi pno21; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2182 | Page 133 |
12224 | and the poorer and smaller the mercy is, the more do thou wonder that he should therein be a servant unto thee; | and the Poorer and smaller the mercy is, the more do thou wonder that he should therein be a servant unto thee; | cc dt jc cc jc cs n1 vbz, dt n1 vdb pns21 vvi cst pns31 vmd av vbi dt n1 p-acp pno21; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2182 | Page 133 |
12225 | see all blessings growing upon this tree, seated in the midst of Gods Paradise, Rev. 22. 3, 4. though thou layest thy head with Iacob upon stones, | see all blessings growing upon this tree, seated in the midst of God's Paradise, Rev. 22. 3, 4. though thou layest thy head with Iacob upon stones, | vvb d n2 vvg p-acp d n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, n1 crd crd, crd cs pns21 vv2 po21 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n2, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2182 | Page 133 |
12226 | and sorrows, yet see this ladder of the Lords provi•ence towards thee; | and sorrows, yet see this ladder of the lords provi•ence towards thee; | cc n2, av vvb d n1 pp-f dt n2 av p-acp pno21; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2182 | Page 134 |
12227 | common blessings sometimes descending, sometimes taken ou• of thy hand and ascending, and the Angels of God with thee, ministring to thee; | Common blessings sometime descending, sometime taken ou• of thy hand and ascending, and the Angels of God with thee, ministering to thee; | j n2 av vvg, av vvn n1 pp-f po21 n1 cc j-vvg, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21, j-vvg pc-acp pno21; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2182 | Page 134 |
12228 | but the Lord at the top of them; the Lord his care, his love, in all; | but the Lord At the top of them; the Lord his care, his love, in all; | cc-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; dt n1 po31 n1, po31 n1, p-acp d; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2182 | Page 134 |
12229 | and let not this be a dream, but a reality to you. It is a wonderful sin to be thus unmindful of Christ. | and let not this be a dream, but a reality to you. It is a wondered since to be thus unmindful of christ. | cc vvb xx d vbi dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi av j pp-f np1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2182 | Page 134 |
12230 | 1. Because hence all whor••g from Christ ariseth, Hos. 2. 8. Iudg. 2. 12. especially in times of peace. | 1. Because hence all whor••g from christ arises, Hos. 2. 8. Judges 2. 12. especially in times of peace. | crd p-acp av d n1 p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av-j p-acp n2 pp-f n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2183 | Page 134 |
12231 | 2. Hence the Lord is forced to hedge your w•y with thorns, and to bring you to extremily of troubles that you may see the Lord, Isa. 41. 17, 18. nay sometime to bring ruine, Isa. 5. 12, 13. | 2. Hence the Lord is forced to hedge your w•y with thorns, and to bring you to extremily of Troubles that you may see the Lord, Isaiah 41. 17, 18. nay sometime to bring ruin, Isaiah 5. 12, 13. | crd av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd uh av pc-acp vvi n1, np1 crd crd, crd | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2184 | Page 134 |
12232 | And tru•y as it is a great sin, so it is a very great shame, Isa. 1. 2. The ox knows his owner• is the Lord the owner of you, | And tru•y as it is a great since, so it is a very great shame, Isaiah 1. 2. The ox knows his owner• is the Lord the owner of you, | cc j c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, av pn31 vbz dt av j n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz po31 n1 vbz dt n1 dt n1 pp-f pn22, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2185 | Page 134 |
12233 | and do you not know him? when he comes by you, and to you, provides for you? It is a worse thing, saith Chyso••om, to b• compar•d •o a beast than to be so. | and do you not know him? when he comes by you, and to you, provides for you? It is a Worse thing, Says Chyso••om, to b• compar•d •o a beast than to be so. | cc vdb pn22 xx vvi pno31? c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn22, cc p-acp pn22, vvz p-acp pn22? pn31 vbz dt jc n1, vvz n1, p-acp n1 vvd av dt n1 cs pc-acp vbi av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2185 | Page 134 |
12234 | To let many days and streams of goodness pass by you, and yet not to take any not•ce, | To let many days and streams of Goodness pass by you, and yet not to take any not•ce, | pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp pn22, cc av xx pc-acp vvi d n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2185 | Page 134 |
12235 | and still to be so far from the Lord: | and still to be so Far from the Lord: | cc av pc-acp vbi av av-j p-acp dt n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2185 | Page 134 |
12236 | I know in heaven this is perfected, and then comes acknowledgement of the Son of God; | I know in heaven this is perfected, and then comes acknowledgement of the Son of God; | pns11 vvb p-acp n1 d vbz vvn, cc av vvz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2185 | Page 134 |
12237 | but here you may be near him; | but Here you may be near him; | cc-acp av pn22 vmb vbi av-j pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2185 | Page 134 |
12238 | I think unless the Lord did descend in cloudy pillars, and of fire, some men would never see him. SECT. XVII. | I think unless the Lord did descend in cloudy pillars, and of fire, Some men would never see him. SECT. XVII. | pns11 vvb cs dt n1 vdd vvi p-acp j n2, cc pp-f n1, d n2 vmd av-x vvi pno31. n1. np1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2185 | Page 134 |
12239 | Secondly, BE near him in his promises; | Secondly, BE near him in his promises; | ord, vbb av-j pno31 p-acp po31 n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2186 | Page 134 |
12240 | for Christ is near to us here also, Rom. 10. 8. the word of faith is nigh thee; | for christ is near to us Here also, Rom. 10. 8. the word of faith is High thee; | p-acp np1 vbz av-j p-acp pno12 av av, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j pno21; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2186 | Page 134 |
12241 | so that you need not ascend to bring C•rist down from heaven, &c. When Parents are dead and gone, children w•ll then search out their last Will and Testament, | so that you need not ascend to bring C•rist down from heaven, etc. When Parents Are dead and gone, children w•ll then search out their last Will and Testament, | av cst pn22 vvb xx vvi pc-acp vvi np1 a-acp p-acp n1, av c-crq n2 vbr j cc vvn, n2 vmb av vvi av po32 ord n1 cc n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2186 | Page 134 |
12242 | and preserve that, and keep that near them. | and preserve that, and keep that near them. | cc vvi d, cc vvb cst av-j pno32. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2186 | Page 134 |
12243 | Christ draws near to his people, 1. In his Promises, according to his thoughts of them. | christ draws near to his people, 1. In his Promises, according to his thoughts of them. | np1 vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1, crd p-acp po31 vvz, vvg p-acp po31 n2 pp-f pno32. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2187 | Page 134 |
12244 | 2. In his performances, joyning the soul immediately to himself, and filling it with himself; | 2. In his performances, joining the soul immediately to himself, and filling it with himself; | crd p-acp po31 n2, vvg dt n1 av-j p-acp px31, cc vvg pn31 p-acp px31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2188 | Page 134 |
12245 | this we cannot enjoy yet, the Lord laies it up in his promise, which they have in liew of the performance: | this we cannot enjoy yet, the Lord lays it up in his promise, which they have in lieu of the performance: | d pns12 vmbx vvi av, dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2188 | Page 134 |
12246 | Oh draw near not to words and syllables, but to the Lord there, apprehend him there; | O draw near not to words and syllables, but to the Lord there, apprehend him there; | uh vvb av-j xx p-acp n2 cc n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 a-acp, vvb pno31 a-acp; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2188 | Page 134 |
12247 | as it is with the Attributes of God, his Glory cannot be comprehended by us; hence he manifests himself there according to our capacity, God manifesting himself severally; | as it is with the Attributes of God, his Glory cannot be comprehended by us; hence he manifests himself there according to our capacity, God manifesting himself severally; | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, po31 n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp pno12; av pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vvg p-acp po12 n1, np1 vvg px31 av-j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2188 | Page 134 |
12248 | so in promises we cannot comprehend Christ as yet; hence Christ manifests himself in his glory, in several promises; Oh embrace him there; | so in promises we cannot comprehend christ as yet; hence christ manifests himself in his glory, in several promises; O embrace him there; | av p-acp n2 pns12 vmbx vvi np1 c-acp av; av np1 vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j n2; uh vvb pno31 a-acp; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2188 | Page 134 |
12249 | Heb. 11. 9, 'Tis not said that Abraham and Iacob were heirs of Canaan, but heirs of the promise, and Sarah first received her son in the promise; | Hebrew 11. 9, It's not said that Abraham and Iacob were Heirs of Canaan, but Heirs of the promise, and Sarah First received her son in the promise; | np1 crd crd, pn31|vbz xx vvn cst np1 cc np1 vbdr n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, cc np1 ord vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2188 | Page 134 |
12250 | so do you em•ra•e Christ in the womb and bowels of the promises; we live by faith in this life; | so do you em•ra•e christ in the womb and bowels of the promises; we live by faith in this life; | av vdb pn22 vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n2; pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp d n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2188 | Page 134 |
12251 | and hence all our enjoyment of Christ is first in the promise. First, Labour to draw near unto, and enjoy the Lord Jesus by the Promise. | and hence all our enjoyment of christ is First in the promise. First, Labour to draw near unto, and enjoy the Lord jesus by the Promise. | cc av d po12 n1 pp-f np1 vbz ord p-acp dt n1. ord, vvb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp, cc vvi dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2188 | Page 134 |
12252 | Secondly, Labour to enjoy him in the Promise. First, By the promise or by means of it; | Secondly, Labour to enjoy him in the Promise. First, By the promise or by means of it; | ord, vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1. ord, p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp n2 pp-f pn31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2190 | Page 134 |
12253 | all that which the Lord conveys to his, is not by mee• providence but by promise, Psal. 25. 10. He was free before their calling, | all that which the Lord conveys to his, is not by mee• providence but by promise, Psalm 25. 10. He was free before their calling, | d d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp png31, vbz xx p-acp n1 n1 cc-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vbds j p-acp po32 n-vvg, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 134 |
12254 | but now he hath bound himself by an eternal covenant, to be all, and do all for them, Gen. 17. 1. So that the Saints may and should bring all their empty pitchers to the wells of the promise, Isa. 12. 3. and draw out of tho•e breasts, •, and get Christ Jesus Spirit in your hearts by them; | but now he hath bound himself by an Eternal Covenant, to be all, and do all for them, Gen. 17. 1. So that the Saints may and should bring all their empty pitchers to the wells of the promise, Isaiah 12. 3. and draw out of tho•e breasts, •, and get christ jesus Spirit in your hearts by them; | cc-acp av pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbi d, cc vdb d p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd av cst dt n2 vmb cc vmd vvi d po32 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cc vvi av pp-f j n2, •, cc vvi np1 np1 n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp pno32; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 134 |
12255 | now some think the Promise is not theirs, hence they go not thither for spiritual refreshments, or at least, they let other things come by providence, especially common blessings, without going to the promise for their daily bread, | now Some think the Promise is not theirs, hence they go not thither for spiritual refreshments, or At least, they let other things come by providence, especially Common blessings, without going to the promise for their daily bred, | av d vvb dt n1 vbz xx png32, av pns32 vvb xx av p-acp j n2, cc p-acp ds, pns32 vvb j-jn n2 vvb p-acp n1, av-j j n2, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 135 |
12256 | or looking to the promise out of whose bowels they are begot, Heb. 13. 5, 6. the Apostle there sends them to the promise. | or looking to the promise out of whose bowels they Are begotten, Hebrew 13. 5, 6. the Apostle there sends them to the promise. | cc vvg p-acp dt n1 av pp-f rg-crq n2 pns32 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 a-acp vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 135 |
12257 | Or else they use not the means, or faint in the use of it; | Or Else they use not the means, or faint in the use of it; | cc av pns32 vvb xx dt n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 135 |
12258 | whereby they come to enjoy the Lord by his promise, and that is restless wrestling with Christ by prayer for it, Gen. 32. 12. Thou saidst I will surely do thee good; | whereby they come to enjoy the Lord by his promise, and that is restless wrestling with christ by prayer for it, Gen. 32. 12. Thou Said I will surely do thee good; | c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc d vbz j n-vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd pns21 vvd2 pns11 vmb av-j vdi pno21 j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 135 |
12259 | He might have said, I have a promise, what need I pray? or he might have said, I had a promise of safe convoy, | He might have said, I have a promise, what need I pray? or he might have said, I had a promise of safe convoy, | pns31 vmd vhi vvn, pns11 vhb dt n1, q-crq vvb pns11 vvb? cc pns31 vmd vhi vvn, pns11 vhd dt n1 pp-f j n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 135 |
12260 | but now I see the Lord is coming out to br•ak it; and so he might have perished; | but now I see the Lord is coming out to br•ak it; and so he might have perished; | cc-acp av pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz vvg av pc-acp vvi pn31; cc av pns31 vmd vhi vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 135 |
12261 | yet he prays, and wrestles, acknowledging himself unworthy of all the truth, &c. So N•h. 1. 8. Men have so little of Christ because so little of the Spirit of Prayer, pressing Gods promise; | yet he prays, and wrestles, acknowledging himself unworthy of all the truth, etc. So N•h. 1. 8. Men have so little of christ Because so little of the Spirit of Prayer, pressing God's promise; | av pns31 vvz, cc vvz, vvg px31 j pp-f d dt n1, av av n1. crd crd n2 vhb av j pp-f np1 c-acp av j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg npg1 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 135 |
12262 | thou hast a barren, empty, weak heart, because the promise is not improved as it should be. | thou hast a barren, empty, weak heart, Because the promise is not improved as it should be. | pns21 vh2 dt j, j, j n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvn c-acp pn31 vmd vbi. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2191 | Page 135 |
12263 | Secondly, Labour to enjoy him in the Promise; sometimes the soul hath a Promise fair, and seeks and finds not; | Secondly, Labour to enjoy him in the Promise; sometime the soul hath a Promise fair, and seeks and finds not; | ord, vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1; av dt n1 vhz dt vvb j, cc vvz cc vvz xx; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12264 | now the heart goes on to seek, but is exceeding unbelieving, or sad and troubled whiles it doth not feel; | now the heart Goes on to seek, but is exceeding unbelieving, or sad and troubled while it does not feel; | av dt n1 vvz p-acp pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vbz vvg vvg, cc j cc j-vvn n1 pn31 vdz xx vvi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12265 | and unthankful also, and accounts it self miserable whiles it wants, and so doth not glory in the Lord, | and unthankful also, and accounts it self miserable while it Wants, and so does not glory in the Lord, | cc j av, cc vvz pn31 n1 j cs pn31 vvz, cc av vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12266 | and his fulness, which is his in the Promise, unless he feels the good come from the promise, | and his fullness, which is his in the Promise, unless he feels the good come from the promise, | cc po31 n1, r-crq vbz po31 n1 dt n1, cs pns31 vvz dt j vvn p-acp dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12267 | like a man that doth not account himself rich while he hath it in his treasure, a most safe and sure place where it is kept for him, | like a man that does not account himself rich while he hath it in his treasure, a most safe and sure place where it is kept for him, | av-j dt n1 cst vdz xx vvi px31 j cs pns31 vhz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, dt av-ds j cc j n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12268 | unless he gets a little out of it into his pockets; | unless he gets a little out of it into his pockets; | cs pns31 vvz dt j av pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12269 | and fears he shall be slain with thirst, though he stands by the Spring and that be full, if his dish be empty; | and fears he shall be slave with thirst, though he Stands by the Spring and that be full, if his dish be empty; | cc vvz pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc d vbb j, cs po31 n1 vbb j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12270 | oh this is vile, Heb. 11. 13. These received not the promise, i. e. things promised, yet saw them, believed, and embraced them i. e. in the promise. | o this is vile, Hebrew 11. 13. These received not the promise, i. e. things promised, yet saw them, believed, and embraced them i. e. in the promise. | uh d vbz j, np1 crd crd d vvd xx dt n1, uh. sy. n2 vvd, av vvd pno32, vvd, cc vvd pno32 sy. sy. p-acp dt n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12271 | You say you are sinful and born down by your distempers, and base, and poor; | You say you Are sinful and born down by your distempers, and base, and poor; | pn22 vvb pn22 vbr j cc vvn a-acp p-acp po22 n2, cc j, cc j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12272 | I say you have power, victory over all sin and misery, and have eternal glory already in the promise; | I say you have power, victory over all since and misery, and have Eternal glory already in the promise; | pns11 vvb pn22 vhb n1, n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc vhb j n1 av p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12273 | only here is thy wound, you think you want it because you have it not out of the promise, | only Here is thy wound, you think you want it Because you have it not out of the promise, | av-j av vbz po21 n1, pn22 vvb pn22 vvb pn31 c-acp pn22 vhb pn31 xx av pp-f dt n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12274 | though you have it in the swadling clouts of the promise lapt up there; | though you have it in the swaddling clouts of the promise leapt up there; | cs pn22 vhb pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd a-acp a-acp; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12275 | and by means of this sinful distemper of heart you partake not of Christ, because you apprehend not your exceeding great riches in the promise, 2 Pet. 1. 2. 2 Sam. 23. 4. God made an everlasting Covenant, this is all his desire; | and by means of this sinful distemper of heart you partake not of christ, Because you apprehend not your exceeding great riches in the promise, 2 Pet. 1. 2. 2 Sam. 23. 4. God made an everlasting Covenant, this is all his desire; | cc p-acp n2 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vvb xx pp-f np1, c-acp pn22 vvb xx po22 j-vvg j n2 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd np1 vvd dt j n1, d vbz d po31 n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12276 | sweet was Davids spirit. 2 Sam. 7. 22. Who is like to thee, when he had no accomplishment of the promise; Oh so do you say. | sweet was Davids Spirit. 2 Sam. 7. 22. Who is like to thee, when he had no accomplishment of the promise; O so do you say. | j vbds np1 n1. crd np1 crd crd r-crq vbz av-j p-acp pno21, c-crq pns31 vhd dx n1 pp-f dt n1; uh av vdb pn22 vvb. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12277 | Heb. 6. 17. The Lord hath appointed we should have strong consolation by promise and oath, not by dreams; | Hebrew 6. 17. The Lord hath appointed we should have strong consolation by promise and oath, not by dreams; | np1 crd crd dt n1 vhz vvn pns12 vmd vhi j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, xx p-acp n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12278 | it was the complaint of Christ, unless you see signs and wonders you will not believe; | it was the complaint of christ, unless you see Signs and wonders you will not believe; | pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pn22 vvb n2 cc vvz pn22 vmb xx vvi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12279 | so you call in question, like Thomas, unless you feel; Oh close with the Promise, keep it as most precious; | so you call in question, like Thomas, unless you feel; O close with the Promise, keep it as most precious; | av pn22 vvb p-acp n1, av-j np1, cs pn22 vvb; uh vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb pn31 a-acp av-ds j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12280 | and then Psal. 25. 10. He saith not to them that keep their covenants or their feelings, | and then Psalm 25. 10. He Says not to them that keep their Covenants or their feelings, | cc av np1 crd crd pns31 vvz xx p-acp pno32 cst vvb po32 n2 cc po32 n2, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12281 | but his covenant as their portion, and get the Lord to undertake to keep it for them, and so make sure. SECT. XVIII. | but his Covenant as their portion, and get the Lord to undertake to keep it for them, and so make sure. SECT. XVIII. | cc-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno32, cc av vvb j. n1. np1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2192 | Page 135 |
12282 | 3. LAbor to be near the Lord in all his Ordinances also, both privately and publickly, | 3. LAbor to be near the Lord in all his Ordinances also, both privately and publicly, | crd n1 pc-acp vbi av-j dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2 av, d av-j cc av-j, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2193 | Page 135 |
12283 | for there is his presence, Ezek. ult. ult. Psal. 26. 8. he not only loved Christ's presence, | for there is his presence, Ezekiel ult. ult. Psalm 26. 8. he not only loved Christ's presence, | c-acp pc-acp vbz po31 n1, np1 n1. n1. np1 crd crd pns31 xx av-j vvd npg1 n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2193 | Page 135 |
12284 | but the place where it was; it was an argument of his integrity. Psal. 102. 13. They did love the dust of Sion; | but the place where it was; it was an argument of his integrity. Psalm 102. 13. They did love the dust of Sion; | cc-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbds; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. np1 crd crd pns32 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2193 | Page 135 |
12285 | never think there is a time of mercy till then. | never think there is a time of mercy till then. | av-x vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2193 | Page 135 |
12286 | First, Be with him in secret as oft as you can, prayer, meditation, daily calling your hearts to an account; | First, Be with him in secret as oft as you can, prayer, meditation, daily calling your hearts to an account; | ord, vbb p-acp pno31 p-acp j-jn c-acp av c-acp pn22 vmb, n1, n1, av-j vvg po22 n2 p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 135 |
12287 | time hath been that you have been so when in affliction, or at first conversion; but now twenty hindrances; | time hath been that you have been so when in affliction, or At First conversion; but now twenty hindrances; | n1 vhz vbn d pn22 vhb vbn av c-crq p-acp n1, cc p-acp ord n1; cc-acp av crd n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 135 |
12288 | and now you cannot only neglect, but think you have reason so to do; | and now you cannot only neglect, but think you have reason so to do; | cc av pn22 vmbx av-j vvi, cc-acp vvb pn22 vhb n1 av pc-acp vdi; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 135 |
12289 | there have been tears, and prayers, and thoughts, and pressings hard after the Lord, but now no words, nor groans; | there have been tears, and Prayers, and thoughts, and pressings hard After the Lord, but now no words, nor groans; | pc-acp vhi vbn n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2-vvg av p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av dx n2, ccx n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 136 |
12290 | you women have children to suck, and families to tend; you servants love your sleep rather than the bosom of Christ; | you women have children to suck, and families to tend; you Servants love your sleep rather than the bosom of christ; | pn22 n2 vhb n2 pc-acp vvi, cc n2 pc-acp vvi; pn22 n2 vvb po22 n1 av-c cs dt n1 pp-f np1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 136 |
12291 | and though Conscience cry out against you for it, yet you hope to be better one day, | and though Conscience cry out against you for it, yet you hope to be better one day, | cc cs n1 vvb av p-acp pn22 p-acp pn31, av pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi jc pi n1, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 136 |
12292 | and so you grow strangers to Christ, and no publick Ordinances profit, because private duties are neglected, | and so you grow Strangers to christ, and no public Ordinances profit, Because private duties Are neglected, | cc av pn22 vvb n2 p-acp np1, cc dx j n2 vvi, c-acp j n2 vbr vvn, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 136 |
12293 | and thy heart like the sluggards garden is andressed; | and thy heart like the sluggards garden is andressed; | cc po21 n1 av-j dt n2 n1 vbz vvn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 136 |
12294 | is this to be as near the Lord as you can? no, if the Lord oves you, look for the death of thy Husband, Wife or Childe shortly; | is this to be as near the Lord as you can? no, if the Lord Owes you, look for the death of thy Husband, Wife or Child shortly; | vbz d pc-acp vbi a-acp j dt n1 c-acp pn22 vmb? uh-dx, cs dt n1 vvz pn22, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, n1 cc n1 av-j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 136 |
12295 | look for terrors, and then you shall account it an honor, if you may but once more speak to the Lord. | look for terrors, and then you shall account it an honour, if you may but once more speak to the Lord. | vvb p-acp n2, cc cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31 dt n1, cs pn22 vmb cc-acp a-acp av-dc vvi p-acp dt n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2194 | Page 136 |
12296 | Secondly, Be with him, and as near him as you can in all publick Ordinances, | Secondly, Be with him, and as near him as you can in all public Ordinances, | ord, vbb p-acp pno31, cc c-acp av-j pno31 c-acp pn22 vmb p-acp d j n2, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12297 | and not only to have them (which some care not greatly for, because they see no glory in them, | and not only to have them (which Some care not greatly for, Because they see no glory in them, | cc xx av-j pc-acp vhi pno32 (r-crq d vvb xx av-j p-acp, c-acp pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp pno32, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12298 | unless glorified souls should come out of heaven to be members, and Moses and Elias to build tabernacles here, | unless glorified Souls should come out of heaven to be members, and Moses and Elias to built Tabernacles Here, | cs vvn n2 vmd vvi av pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi n2, cc np1 cc np1 pc-acp vvi n2 av, | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12299 | and •o be Elders) but come through them, look beyond them to the Lord; | and •o be Elders) but come through them, look beyond them to the Lord; | cc av vbb n2-jn) cc-acp vvb p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12300 | look at them as empty and weak, unless the Lord fill, and be powerful in them; | look At them as empty and weak, unless the Lord fill, and be powerful in them; | vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp j cc j, cs dt n1 vvb, cc vbi j p-acp pno32; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12301 | David did enjoy God secretly, yet there was more in publick; | David did enjoy God secretly, yet there was more in public; | np1 vdd vvi np1 av-jn, av a-acp vbds dc p-acp j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12302 | hence Psal. 63. 2. The Saints are a generation of Seekers, Psal. 63. My soul followeth hard afteh thee; | hence Psalm 63. 2. The Saints Are a generation of Seekers, Psalm 63. My soul follows hard afteh thee; | av np1 crd crd dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd po11 n1 vvz j n1 pno21; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12303 | mercy and truth follows you many times when you forsake it, Psal. 23. ult. much more when you cleave to it: | mercy and truth follows you many times when you forsake it, Psalm 23. ult. much more when you cleave to it: | n1 cc n1 vvz pn22 d n2 c-crq pn22 vvb pn31, np1 crd n1. av-d av-dc c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pn31: | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12304 | Hezekiah 's frame of heart, Isa. 38. ult. is imitable; Act. 1. Christ promised to send the Comforter; | Hezekiah is frame of heart, Isaiah 38. ult. is imitable; Act. 1. christ promised to send the Comforter; | np1 vbz n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd n1. vbz j; n1 crd np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12305 | wait at Ierusalem, as there they did in prayer, and at last the Lord came. You have forsaken all for Ordinances; | wait At Ierusalem, as there they did in prayer, and At last the Lord Come. You have forsaken all for Ordinances; | vvb p-acp np1, c-acp a-acp pns32 vdd p-acp n1, cc p-acp ord dt n1 vvd. pn22 vhb vvn d p-acp n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2195 | Page 136 |
12306 | and now you have them, you despise them; I con•ess they are meer outsides, yet the Lord is there; | and now you have them, you despise them; I con•ess they Are mere outsides, yet the Lord is there; | cc av pn22 vhb pno32, pn22 vvb pno32; pns11 vvb pns32 vbr j n2-an, av dt n1 vbz a-acp; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2196 | Page 136 |
12307 | there is a glory which wi•e men can see in Christ in the mange•. SECT. XIX. | there is a glory which wi•e men can see in christ in the mange•. SECT. XIX. | pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq j n2 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1. n1. np1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2196 | Page 136 |
12308 | Fourthly, LAbor by thy desires to be 〈 ◊ 〉 him, Rev. 22. 20. So desire as to wait for thy change all thy life, look for it, 1 The•. 1. ult. | Fourthly, LAbor by thy Desires to be 〈 ◊ 〉 him, Rev. 22. 20. So desire as to wait for thy change all thy life, look for it, 1 The•. 1. ult. | ord, n1 p-acp po21 n2 pc-acp vbi 〈 sy 〉 pno31, n1 crd crd av vvb p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1 d po21 n1, vvb p-acp pn31, crd np1. crd n1. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2197 | Page 136 |
12309 | 1. Christ's desire is that thou wert with him, when thou art ready, and when thy work is done; | 1. Christ's desire is that thou Wertenberg with him, when thou art ready, and when thy work is done; | crd npg1 n1 vbz d pns21 vbd2r p-acp pno31, c-crq pns21 vb2r j, cc c-crq po21 n1 vbz vdn; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2198 | Page 136 |
12310 | Oh let this make thee to desire it also. | O let this make thee to desire it also. | uh vvb d vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi pn31 av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2198 | Page 136 |
12311 | 2. If you cannot keep your hearts from vain hopes, and foolish and noyso• lusts, without desiring him, do not then desire to be with him; | 2. If you cannot keep your hearts from vain hope's, and foolish and noyso• Lustiest, without desiring him, do not then desire to be with him; | crd cs pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n2 p-acp j n2, cc j cc n1 n2, p-acp vvg pno31, vdb xx av vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2199 | Page 136 |
12312 | for you may desire communion with lusts and Christ. Object. But death is terrible, and separation from him bitter? | for you may desire communion with Lustiest and christ. Object. But death is terrible, and separation from him bitter? | c-acp pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n2 cc np1. n1. p-acp n1 vbz j, cc n1 p-acp pno31 j? | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2199 | Page 136 |
12313 | Answ. Long for him therefore to come and then take thee, and see thou desire nothing but him• rebuke thy 〈 ◊ 〉 llingness of not being with him. | Answer Long for him Therefore to come and then take thee, and see thou desire nothing but him• rebuke thy 〈 ◊ 〉 llingness of not being with him. | np1 av-j p-acp pno31 av pc-acp vvi cc av vvb pno21, cc vvb pns21 vvi pix cc-acp n1 vvb po21 〈 sy 〉 n1 pp-f xx vbg p-acp pno31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2201 | Page 136 |
12314 | If Christ was on earth, you would hazard your lives to get unto him; much more herein. | If christ was on earth, you would hazard your lives to get unto him; much more herein. | cs np1 vbds p-acp n1, pn22 vmd vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; av-d av-dc av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2201 | Page 136 |
12315 | Obj. But what will become of Gods name? Answ. Let the Lord alone for that; | Object But what will become of God's name? Answer Let the Lord alone for that; | np1 cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi pp-f npg1 n1? np1 vvb dt n1 av-j p-acp d; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2202 | Page 136 |
12316 | w••les thou livest en••avour to the utmost; | w••les thou Livest en••avour to the utmost; | av pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2203 | Page 136 |
12317 | but its appointed for thee a little season only to be here, and be willing the Lord should honor himself also by others as well as by thee. | but its appointed for thee a little season only to be Here, and be willing the Lord should honour himself also by Others as well as by thee. | cc-acp pn31|vbz vvn p-acp pno21 dt j n1 av-j pc-acp vbi av, cc vbi j dt n1 vmd vvi px31 av p-acp n2-jn c-acp av c-acp p-acp pno21. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2203 | Page 136 |
12318 | Object. What will become of my wife and children? Answ. Who regarded thee in thy blood? when thou livest, they are thine; but then the Lords. | Object. What will become of my wife and children? Answer Who regarded thee in thy blood? when thou Livest, they Are thine; but then the lords. | n1. q-crq vmb vvi pp-f po11 n1 cc n2? np1 r-crq vvd pno21 p-acp po21 n1? c-crq pns21 vv2, pns32 vbr png21; cc-acp cs dt n2. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2204 | Page 136 |
12319 | Desire to be with him, this will support your hearts in all your changes of this 〈 ◊ 〉. SECT. XX. Vse 6. YOu that never received Christ, now do it. Object. Yes, I have. | Desire to be with him, this will support your hearts in all your changes of this 〈 ◊ 〉. SECT. XX. Use 6. YOu that never received christ, now do it. Object. Yes, I have. | vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, d vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp d po22 n2 pp-f d 〈 sy 〉. n1. crd. vvb crd pn22 cst av-x vvd np1, av vdb pn31. n1. uh, pns11 vhb. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2206 | Page 136 |
12320 | Answ. No, you have not so received him, as to let all go for him. | Answer No, you have not so received him, as to let all go for him. | np1 uh-dx, pn22 vhb xx av vvn pno31, c-acp pc-acp vvi d vvi p-acp pno31. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2209 | Page 137 |
12321 | Why so? because he alone will be blessedness, but he is not so to thee; | Why so? Because he alone will be blessedness, but he is not so to thee; | uh-crq av? c-acp pns31 av-j vmb vbi n1, cc-acp pns31 vbz xx av p-acp pno21; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2209 | Page 137 |
12322 | Oh therefore let all go now; you must part with Christ, or all these things. Which will you do? If with Christ, you cannot finde him in these things; | O Therefore let all go now; you must part with christ, or all these things. Which will you do? If with christ, you cannot find him in these things; | uh av vvb d vvi av; pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc d d n2. r-crq vmb pn22 vdi? cs p-acp np1, pn22 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp d n2; | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2209 | Page 137 |
12323 | but if you part with these things, then you shall finde them all in him. Object. But he will have none of me? | but if you part with these things, then you shall find them all in him. Object. But he will have none of me? | cc-acp cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n2, cs pn22 vmb vvi pno32 d p-acp pno31. n1. p-acp pns31 vmb vhi pix pp-f pno11? | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2209 | Page 137 |
12324 | Answ. 1. He cries down thy laying out money for what is not Bread. 2. He promises to give thee to drink, now, and hereafter. | Answer 1. He cries down thy laying out money for what is not Bred. 2. He promises to give thee to drink, now, and hereafter. | np1 crd pns31 vvz a-acp po21 vvg av n1 p-acp r-crq vbz xx n1. crd pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi, av, cc av. | (45) chapter (DIV2) | 2211 | Page 137 |
12325 | CHAP. XIX. Shewing, that none shall enjoy Christ hereafter, but those that are prepar'd here. VERSE 10. They that were ready, NONLATINALPHABET prepared. SECT. I. THose only who are ready and prepa•ed in this life for Christ, Observ. 2. shall enjoy eternal and immediate communion with Christ; | CHAP. XIX. Showing, that none shall enjoy christ hereafter, but those that Are prepared Here. VERSE 10. They that were ready, prepared. SECT. I. THose only who Are ready and prepa•ed in this life for christ, Observation 2. shall enjoy Eternal and immediate communion with christ; | np1 np1. vvg, cst pix vmb vvi np1 av, cc-acp d cst vbr vvd av. n1 crd pns32 cst vbdr j, vvn. n1. np1 d av-j r-crq vbr j cc vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd vmb vvi j cc j n1 p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2212 | Page 137 |
12326 | those only who are now fitted for his fellowship, shall partake of his fellowship; | those only who Are now fitted for his fellowship, shall partake of his fellowship; | d av-j r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi pp-f po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 137 |
12327 | for of all these Virgins (though many of them were otherwise very well qualified) only those which were ready, did enter in with the Bridegroom; | for of all these Virgins (though many of them were otherwise very well qualified) only those which were ready, did enter in with the Bridegroom; | p-acp pp-f d d n2 (cs d pp-f pno32 vbdr av av av vvn) av-j d r-crq vbdr j, vdd vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 137 |
12328 | which readiness in these wise Virgins, was not, nor is not any Popish preparation, either meritorious, | which readiness in these wise Virgins, was not, nor is not any Popish preparation, either meritorious, | r-crq n1 p-acp d j n2, vbds xx, ccx vbz xx d j n1, d j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 137 |
12329 | or congruous, or wrought by the power of corrupted or adorned nature; | or congruous, or wrought by the power of corrupted or adorned nature; | cc j, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn cc vvn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 137 |
12330 | but Divine and glorious, wrought by the power of Christ, out of his eternal love to the Vessels of glory, | but Divine and glorious, wrought by the power of christ, out of his Eternal love to the Vessels of glory, | cc-acp j-jn cc j, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 137 |
12331 | as an Antecedent, not moving cause of this eternal fellowship; it is the first degree of our Resurrect•on with Christ. | as an Antecedent, not moving cause of this Eternal fellowship; it is the First degree of our Resurrect•on with christ. | c-acp dt n1, xx vvg n1 pp-f d j n1; pn31 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 137 |
12332 | Rom. 9. 23. Vessels of glory prepared unto glory; | Rom. 9. 23. Vessels of glory prepared unto glory; | np1 crd crd n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 137 |
12333 | the same word which is used here, there are two ends God hath appointed all men to; | the same word which is used Here, there Are two ends God hath appointed all men to; | dt d n1 r-crq vbz vvn av, pc-acp vbr crd n2 np1 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 138 |
12334 | either to be Vessels of wrath; who are those? Ve se 22. Those that are fitted for des•ruction; others of glory; | either to be Vessels of wrath; who Are those? We see 22. Those that Are fitted for des•ruction; Others of glory; | d pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1; r-crq vbr d? pns12 vvb crd d cst vbr vvn p-acp n1; n2-jn pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 138 |
12335 | who are those? prep•red unto glory. 2 Cor. 5. 5. with 8. How comes Paul, and all the Saints to know, | who Are those? prep•red unto glory. 2 Cor. 5. 5. with 8. How comes Paul, and all the Saints to know, | r-crq vbr d? vvd p-acp n1. crd np1 crd crd p-acp crd q-crq vvz np1, cc d dt n2 pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 138 |
12336 | and groan for to be out of the body, and to break the Cage, and to be with the Lord? one reason is, they are wrought, | and groan for to be out of the body, and to break the Cage, and to be with the Lord? one reason is, they Are wrought, | cc vvi c-acp pc-acp vbi av pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1? crd n1 vbz, pns32 vbr vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 138 |
12337 | and moulded, and fashioned for that condition by the hand of a merciful God, even as one may know what Vessels are for special use, by their met•al, and curious engravings upon them. SECT. II. | and moulded, and fashioned for that condition by the hand of a merciful God, even as one may know what Vessels Are for special use, by their met•al, and curious engravings upon them. SECT. II | cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, av c-acp pi vmb vvi r-crq n2 vbr p-acp j n1, p-acp po32 n1, cc j n2-vvg p-acp pno32. n1. crd | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2213 | Page 138 |
12338 | Reas. 1. BEcause all mens souls are naturally unfit, and unprepared to enjoy communion with Christ, it is said, Rev. 21. ult. Nothing enters into the new Ierusalem on earth, which is uncleane, and defileth; | Reas. 1. Because all men's Souls Are naturally unfit, and unprepared to enjoy communion with christ, it is said, Rev. 21. ult. Nothing enters into the new Ierusalem on earth, which is unclean, and Defileth; | np1 crd p-acp d ng2 n2 vbr av-j j, cc j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vbz vvn, n1 crd n1. pix vvz p-acp dt j np1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz j, cc vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12339 | and Heb. 12 ▪ 14. Without holiness no man shall see God. | and Hebrew 12 ▪ 14. Without holiness no man shall see God. | cc np1 crd ▪ crd p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12340 | Now naturally all men are de•iled, and unclean Vessels, and under the power of their sins, loathing Angels food, the grace of Christ, | Now naturally all men Are de•iled, and unclean Vessels, and under the power of their Sins, loathing Angels food, the grace of christ, | av av-j d n2 vbr vvn, cc j n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvg n2 n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12341 | and weary of the fellowship of Christ; and therefore they must be prepared for the Lord first; | and weary of the fellowship of christ; and Therefore they must be prepared for the Lord First; | cc j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 ord; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12342 | this is one reason, why preparation to every holy duty is needful, and so needful, that let men performe any holy duty, wherein they draw near to Christ without a heart prepared, Psal. 10. 17. their performances a•e rejected, or not blessed; | this is one reason, why preparation to every holy duty is needful, and so needful, that let men perform any holy duty, wherein they draw near to christ without a heart prepared, Psalm 10. 17. their performances a•e rejected, or not blessed; | d vbz crd n1, q-crq n1 p-acp d j n1 vbz j, cc av j, cst vvb n2 vvi d j n1, c-crq pns32 vvb av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd, np1 crd crd po32 n2 vbr vvn, cc xx vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12343 | and hence Rehoboam, though he did maintaine the worship of God at Ierusalem, yet he prepared no• his heart, 2 Ch•on. 12. 14. 〈 … 〉 and begs par•on for this, That he is not so purified according to the purification of the Sanct••ry. | and hence Rehoboam, though he did maintain the worship of God At Ierusalem, yet he prepared no• his heart, 2 Ch•on. 12. 14. 〈 … 〉 and begs par•on for this, That he is not so purified according to the purification of the Sanct••ry. | cc av np1, c-acp pns31 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, av pns31 vvd n1 po31 n1, crd n1. crd crd 〈 … 〉 cc vvz n1 p-acp d, cst pns31 vbz xx av vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12672 | and he did not eat and drink, and yet was not discouraged, but kept on praying, | and he did not eat and drink, and yet was not discouraged, but kept on praying, | cc pns31 vdd xx vvi cc vvi, cc av vbds xx vvn, cc-acp vvd p-acp vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12344 | Now if to a holy duty, and comm•nion with Christ here, this is needful; much more to eternal fellowship with him; | Now if to a holy duty, and comm•nion with christ Here, this is needful; much more to Eternal fellowship with him; | av cs p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 p-acp np1 av, d vbz j; av-d av-dc p-acp j n1 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12345 | sore eyes cannot behold the Sun without grief; sick bodies loath the best food; if the Lord should let a carnal heart into heaven with that heart he hath, | soar eyes cannot behold the Sun without grief; sick bodies loath the best food; if the Lord should let a carnal heart into heaven with that heart he hath, | j n2 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp n1; j n2 vvb dt js n1; cs dt n1 vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12346 | and not change his nature, he would not stay there if he could escape; but having his swinish nature, he would be in his mire againe; | and not change his nature, he would not stay there if he could escape; but having his swinish nature, he would be in his mire again; | cc xx vvi po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi a-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi; cc-acp vhg po31 j n1, pns31 vmd vbi p-acp po31 n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12347 | and the Government of Christ being a bondage to him, he would break bonds, and break his Prison, | and the Government of christ being a bondage to him, he would break bonds, and break his Prison, | cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbg dt n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd vvi n2, cc vvi po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12348 | if he knew where to fly from the presence of the Lord; | if he knew where to fly from the presence of the Lord; | cs pns31 vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12349 | And hence no work so wearysome as Christs now, no time so uncomfortable and tedious as abiding under Christs wings in his Ordinances now. 1 Cor. 15. 50. If flesh and b•ood cannot enter into the Kingdom of heaven, much lesse corruption. | And hence no work so wearisome as Christ now, no time so uncomfortable and tedious as abiding under Christ wings in his Ordinances now. 1 Cor. 15. 50. If Flesh and b•ood cannot enter into the Kingdom of heaven, much less corruption. | cc av dx n1 av j c-acp npg1 av, dx n1 av j cc j p-acp vvg p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n2 av. crd np1 crd crd cs n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-d av-dc n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2214 | Page 138 |
12350 | Reas. 2. In regard of the rich grace and wisdom of his love towards his people; | Reas. 2. In regard of the rich grace and Wisdom of his love towards his people; | np1 crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12351 | for who sees not, but that it is a curse to be unready as these foolish Virgins, who were therefore shut out! | for who sees not, but that it is a curse to be unready as these foolish Virgins, who were Therefore shut out! | p-acp r-crq vvz xx, cc-acp cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d j n2, r-crq vbdr av vvn av! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12352 | Oh therefore it is grace and mercy to make ready, and indeed an answer to prayers, | O Therefore it is grace and mercy to make ready, and indeed an answer to Prayers, | uh av pn31 vbz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi j, cc av dt n1 p-acp n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12353 | and a comfort against all feares of the Saints, who are then desi•o•s to be with the Lord when they are indeed ready; | and a Comfort against all fears of the Saints, who Are then desi•o•s to be with the Lord when they Are indeed ready; | cc dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vbr av j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr av j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12354 | readiness for Christ doth not destroy grace, but being a fruit of Gods grace, advanceth it. | readiness for christ does not destroy grace, but being a fruit of God's grace, Advanceth it. | n1 p-acp np1 vdz xx vvi n1, cc-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvz pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12355 | Rom. 9. 23. the Apostle makes it the first fruit of glory, that the Saints are prepared unto glory; glory of mercy is the end, preparedness thereto is the meanes, | Rom. 9. 23. the Apostle makes it the First fruit of glory, that the Saints Are prepared unto glory; glory of mercy is the end, preparedness thereto is the means, | np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz pn31 dt ord n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1; n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1, n1 av vbz dt n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12356 | or way leading to that end; | or Way leading to that end; | cc n1 vvg p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12357 | if God appoints the end, his wisdom also leads first to the meanes which lead at last to that end; | if God appoints the end, his Wisdom also leads First to the means which led At last to that end; | cs np1 vvz dt n1, po31 n1 av vvz ord p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp ord p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12358 | if out of his rich grace he appoints the end, out of the same grace by this other, he leads to this end; | if out of his rich grace he appoints the end, out of the same grace by this other, he leads to this end; | cs av pp-f po31 j n1 pns31 vvz dt n1, av pp-f dt d n1 p-acp d n-jn, pns31 vvz p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12359 | and though you think it not now grace, you shall say it is so another day, | and though you think it not now grace, you shall say it is so Another day, | cc cs pn22 vvb pn31 xx av n1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbz av j-jn n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 138 |
12360 | when with these foolish Virgins, you shall say, Oh that I were ready! | when with these foolish Virgins, you shall say, O that I were ready! | c-crq p-acp d j n2, pn22 vmb vvi, uh cst pns11 vbdr j! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 139 |
12361 | I know not almost which is greatest love, to prepare for glory, or to bring into the possession of i• ▪ to make a Vessel of poysonous dross a Vessel of gold, | I know not almost which is greatest love, to prepare for glory, or to bring into the possession of i• ▪ to make a Vessel of poisonous dross a Vessel of gold, | pns11 vvb xx av r-crq vbz js n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 ▪ pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 139 |
12362 | or when it is so, to fill it; | or when it is so, to fill it; | cc c-crq pn31 vbz av, pc-acp vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 139 |
12363 | for the Lord to look upon a man when he is in his blood, and then to wash him; | for the Lord to look upon a man when he is in his blood, and then to wash him; | p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc av pc-acp vvi pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 139 |
12364 | when a man is as water spilt upon the ground, and a broken Vessel of no use, | when a man is as water spilled upon the ground, and a broken Vessel of no use, | c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dx n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 139 |
12411 | nay, only of bread, only that one creature, and have cloaths, Sun, Friends, all other blessings but that; | nay, only of bred, only that one creature, and have clothes, Sun, Friends, all other blessings but that; | uh-x, j pp-f n1, av-j d crd n1, cc vhb n2, n1, n2, d j-jn n2 p-acp d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2223 | Page 140 |
12365 | now for the Lord to pity, and fit for use, it is exceeding rich grace. Reas. 3. In regard of the honour of the Lord Iesus; | now for the Lord to pity, and fit for use, it is exceeding rich grace. Reas. 3. In regard of the honour of the Lord Iesus; | av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc j p-acp n1, pn31 vbz av-vvg j n1. np1 crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2215 | Page 139 |
12366 | it was one part of the honour of Christ, to have Iohn go before him; and Luke 1. 17. to prepare a people ready for the Lord: | it was one part of the honour of christ, to have John go before him; and Lycia 1. 17. to prepare a people ready for the Lord: | pn31 vbds crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vhi np1 vvb p-acp pno31; cc av crd crd pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12367 | As it is part of a Princes honour, to have his Bride ready, and attired to welcome and entertaine him, | As it is part of a Princes honour, to have his Bride ready, and attired to welcome and entertain him, | c-acp pn31 vbz n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vhi po31 n1 j, cc vvn p-acp j-jn cc vvi pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12368 | when he shall return to her, she owes this honour to him, and he expects this honour from her; | when he shall return to her, she owes this honour to him, and he expects this honour from her; | c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12369 | So the Lord Jesus deserves this honour from all his people to be in a readiness for him. | So the Lord jesus deserves this honour from all his people to be in a readiness for him. | av dt n1 np1 vvz d n1 p-acp d po31 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12370 | Suppose these Virgins had turned Harlots, and gone a whoring from him till his very coming, | Suppose these Virgins had turned Harlots, and gone a whoring from him till his very coming, | vvb d n2 vhd vvn n2, cc vvn dt vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 j n-vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12371 | and then had been taken in, what might the world think? doth he love the fellowship of Harlots? for a mans heart to go a whoring from the Lord, | and then had been taken in, what might the world think? does he love the fellowship of Harlots? for a men heart to go a whoring from the Lord, | cc av vhd vbn vvn p-acp, r-crq vmd dt n1 vvb? vdz pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f n2? p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvg p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12372 | after the world, or lusts, to die so, is to disgrace the Lord Jesus; | After the world, or Lustiest, to die so, is to disgrace the Lord jesus; | p-acp dt n1, cc n2, pc-acp vvi av, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12373 | And hence, Phil. 3. 17. to the end, there are two sorts of men professing godliness; | And hence, Philip 3. 17. to the end, there Are two sorts of men professing godliness; | cc av, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 vvg n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12374 | some minde earthly things, others look and minde a Saviour from heaven; the one disgrace Christ, and are enemies to him; | Some mind earthly things, Others look and mind a Saviour from heaven; the one disgrace christ, and Are enemies to him; | d n1 j n2, n2-jn n1 cc n1 dt n1 p-acp n1; dt crd n1 np1, cc vbr n2 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12375 | and hence Paul weeps for them; the other are his friends; | and hence Paul weeps for them; the other Are his Friends; | cc av np1 vvz p-acp pno32; dt j-jn vbr po31 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12376 | And are Princes so far respected as all things are ready for them? and is the Lord worthy of no such respect, | And Are Princes so Far respected as all things Are ready for them? and is the Lord worthy of no such respect, | cc vbr n2 av av-j vvn p-acp d n2 vbr j p-acp pno32? cc vbz dt n1 j pp-f dx d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12377 | so as that his People then should be unready? No, know it, as he said, Mal. 1. He is a great King. | so as that his People then should be unready? No, know it, as he said, Malachi 1. He is a great King. | av c-acp cst po31 n1 av vmd vbi j? uh-dx, vvb pn31, c-acp pns31 vvd, np1 crd pns31 vbz dt j n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2216 | Page 139 |
12378 | The particulars wherein this readiness consists, I have spoken of in the first Part of the Parable, | The particulars wherein this readiness consists, I have spoken of in the First Part of the Parable, | dt n2-j c-crq d n1 vvz, pns11 vhb vvn pp-f p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2217 | Page 139 |
12379 | and shall now only speak of them in the subsequent Uses. SECT. III. | and shall now only speak of them in the subsequent Uses. SECT. III. | cc vmb av av-j vvi pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j n2. n1. np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2217 | Page 139 |
12380 | Use 1. OF terror and astonishment of heart, to all those that are wholly unready, that have no readinesse at all to meet, | Use 1. OF terror and astonishment of heart, to all those that Are wholly unready, that have no readiness At all to meet, | vvb crd pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d d cst vbr av-jn j, cst vhb dx n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2218 | Page 139 |
12381 | or to have fellowship w•th the Lord Iesus; | or to have fellowship w•th the Lord Iesus; | cc pc-acp vhi n1 av-d dt n1 np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2218 | Page 139 |
12382 | if those that are ready be received• in, then those that be unready, shall be sh•t out. | if those that Are ready be received• in, then those that be unready, shall be sh•t out. | cs d cst vbr j vbi n1 p-acp, cs d cst vbb j, vmb vbi vvn av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2218 | Page 139 |
12383 | There is a number among us, young and old, of all sorts almost among us, that swarme up and down Townes, | There is a number among us, young and old, of all sorts almost among us, that swarm up and down Towns, | pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12, j cc j, pp-f d n2 av p-acp pno12, cst n1 a-acp cc a-acp n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 139 |
12384 | and Woods, and Fields, whose care and work hitherto hath been like bees, only to get honey to their own Hive, only to live here comfortably with their houses, | and Woods, and Fields, whose care and work hitherto hath been like Bees, only to get honey to their own Hive, only to live Here comfortably with their houses, | cc n2, cc n2, rg-crq n1 cc vvi av vhz vbn av-j n2, av-j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 d n1, av-j pc-acp vvi av av-j p-acp po32 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 139 |
12385 | and lots, and Victuals, and fine cloaths, &c. but not to live hereafter eternally. | and lots, and Victuals, and fine clothes, etc. but not to live hereafter eternally. | cc n2, cc n2, cc j n2, av cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi av av-j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 139 |
12386 | Suppose the Lord should stop thy breath, and cut thee off, what would become of thee? I trust to Gods mercy, I hope I should go to Christ, though I am not assured; | Suppose the Lord should stop thy breath, and Cut thee off, what would become of thee? I trust to God's mercy, I hope I should go to christ, though I am not assured; | vvb dt n1 vmd vvi po21 n1, cc vvb pno21 a-acp, q-crq vmd vvi pp-f pno21? pns11 vvb p-acp ng1 n1, pns11 vvb pns11 vmd vvi p-acp np1, cs pns11 vbm xx vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 139 |
12388 | Oh poor wretch, why dost hope so, if thou never hadst one houres serious thoughts, What will become of me? or how shall I be ready? feeling thy unreadiness and unfitness thereunto. | O poor wretch, why dost hope so, if thou never Hadst one hours serious thoughts, What will become of me? or how shall I be ready? feeling thy unreadiness and unfitness thereunto. | uh j n1, q-crq vd2 vvi av, cs pns21 av-x vhd2 crd n2 j n2, q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno11? cc q-crq vmb pns11 vbi j? vvg po21 n1 cc n1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 139 |
12389 | Or if thou hast had any thoughts, never wast possessed with any strong feares of eternity, | Or if thou hast had any thoughts, never wast possessed with any strong fears of eternity, | cc cs pns21 vh2 vhd d n2, av-x vvb vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 139 |
12390 | and separation from the Lord Jesus, which hath dampt thy mirth, and sunk thy heart, | and separation from the Lord jesus, which hath dampt thy mirth, and sunk thy heart, | cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn po21 n1, cc vvn po21 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 139 |
12391 | and perplexed thy thoughts, and made thee think with terror upon thy conscience, What will become of me? nor made thee desirous to ask others that question, | and perplexed thy thoughts, and made thee think with terror upon thy conscience, What will become of me? nor made thee desirous to ask Others that question, | cc vvn po21 n2, cc vvd pno21 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1, q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno11? ccx vvd pno21 j pc-acp vvi n2-jn cst n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 139 |
12392 | as it is commonly one of the first, though but a common work, to think of dying presently, I have lived long without God a•d Christ in the world, | as it is commonly one of the First, though but a Common work, to think of dying presently, I have lived long without God a•d christ in the world, | c-acp pn31 vbz av-j crd pp-f dt ord, cs p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg av-j, pns11 vhb vvn av-j p-acp np1 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 140 |
12393 | and dye I must shortly, and what will become of me then? | and die I must shortly, and what will become of me then? | cc vvb pns11 vmb av-j, cc q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno11 av? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2219 | Page 140 |
12394 | But you have ••ept 〈 ◊ 〉 enough in the night, and sung care away, and 〈 ◊ 〉 feare away in the day, | But you have ••ept 〈 ◊ 〉 enough in the night, and sung care away, and 〈 ◊ 〉 Fear away in the day, | p-acp pn22 vhb vvn 〈 sy 〉 av-d p-acp dt n1, cc vvd n1 av, cc 〈 sy 〉 vvb av p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12395 | and thy heart never had one houres fit of shaking and trembling at eternity to come, | and thy heart never had one hours fit of shaking and trembling At eternity to come, | cc po21 n1 av-x vhd crd n2 j pp-f vvg cc vvg p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12396 | when it is the nature of true fea•, ever to have the eye upon what it feares, till it is taken away; | when it is the nature of true fea•, ever to have the eye upon what it fears, till it is taken away; | c-crq pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, av pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12397 | and if difficulty attend the same, to remove it; it cannot be quiet, but will cry for help, if possibly help may be had; this you never did: | and if difficulty attend the same, to remove it; it cannot be quiet, but will cry for help, if possibly help may be had; this you never did: | cc cs n1 vvb dt d, pc-acp vvi pn31; pn31 vmbx vbi j-jn, cc-acp vmb vvi p-acp n1, cs av-j n1 vmb vbi vhn; d pn22 av vdd: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12398 | No, thou never hadst so much as these foolish Virgins, viz. to be awakened at all, | No, thou never Hadst so much as these foolish Virgins, viz. to be awakened At all, | uh-dx, pns21 av-x vhd2 av av-d c-acp d j n2, n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12399 | but a spirit of slumber hath been upon thee; God •ath given thee eyes, but thou canst not see; | but a Spirit of slumber hath been upon thee; God •ath given thee eyes, but thou Canst not see; | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vbn p-acp pno21; np1 vhz vvn pno21 n2, cc-acp pns21 vm2 xx vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12400 | eares, and thou canst not here; Thou sayst (it may be) that thou dost hope thou art prepared; | ears, and thou Canst not Here; Thou Sayest (it may be) that thou dost hope thou art prepared; | n2, cc pns21 vm2 xx av; pns21 vv2 (pn31 vmb vbi) cst pns21 vd2 vvi pns21 vb2r vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12401 | alas, thou hast not a Virgins name, much less nature, nor dost not deserve it neither; | alas, thou hast not a Virgins name, much less nature, nor dost not deserve it neither; | uh, pns21 vh2 xx dt ng1 n1, av-d av-dc n1, ccx vd2 xx vvi pn31 av-dx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12402 | thou hast not forsaken thy loose company, nor yet come to the company of the wise, | thou hast not forsaken thy lose company, nor yet come to the company of the wise, | pns21 vh2 xx vvn po21 j n1, ccx av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12403 | neither dost thou desire it, or think ••• self unworthy of it; thy Lamp is out; | neither dost thou desire it, or think ••• self unworthy of it; thy Lamp is out; | av-dx vd2 pns21 vvi pn31, cc vvb ••• n1 j-u pp-f pn31; po21 n1 vbz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12404 | nay, thou never hadst any light at all, never mad'st profession at all, as of one ready for Christ; | nay, thou never Hadst any Light At all, never Madest profession At all, as of one ready for christ; | uh-x, pns21 av-x vhd2 d n1 p-acp d, av vvd2 n1 p-acp d, c-acp pp-f crd j p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12405 | but O poore wretch, all is yet to do with thee! | but Oh poor wretch, all is yet to do with thee! | cc-acp uh j n1, d vbz av pc-acp vdi p-acp pno21! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12406 | if so, then remember that if thou diest now, thou shalt never have communion with Jesus Christ in glory. SECT. IV. | if so, then Remember that if thou Dies now, thou shalt never have communion with jesus christ in glory. SECT. IV. | cs av, av vvb cst cs pns21 vv2 av, pns21 vm2 av-x vhi n1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1. n1. np1 | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2220 | Page 140 |
12407 | Object. WHat if I have not? | Object. WHat if I have not? | n1. q-crq cs pns11 vhb xx? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2221 | Page 140 |
12408 | Answ. I know it is the misery of men, they can make nothing of this till they feele it: | Answer I know it is the misery of men, they can make nothing of this till they feel it: | np1 pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vmb vvi pix pp-f d c-acp pns32 vvb pn31: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2222 | Page 140 |
12409 | But two things I will say. | But two things I will say. | cc-acp crd n2 pns11 vmb vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2222 | Page 140 |
12410 | 1. Do but consider what if thou shouldst be deprived of the light of the Sun; | 1. Do but Consider what if thou Shouldst be deprived of the Light of the Sun; | crd vdb p-acp vvi q-crq cs pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2223 | Page 140 |
12412 | would it not be a wo with a witness, would it not cut a mans heart to heare him cry, Bread, bread, a little bread for the Lords sake, to save my life! | would it not be a woe with a witness, would it not Cut a men heart to hear him cry, Bred, bred, a little bred for the lords sake, to save my life! | vmd pn31 xx vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd pn31 xx vvi dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi, n1, n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, pc-acp vvi po11 n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2223 | Page 140 |
12413 | there is but a drop of the sweetness of Christ in that. | there is but a drop of the sweetness of christ in that. | pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2223 | Page 140 |
12414 | Oh what a misery will it be to pine away, and famish under wrath in chaines of darkness, | O what a misery will it be to pine away, and famish under wrath in chains of darkness, | uh r-crq dt n1 vmb pn31 vbi pc-acp vvi av, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2223 | Page 140 |
12415 | and to cry, Oh a little refreshing from the p•esence of Christ, and canst not get it, | and to cry, O a little refreshing from the p•esence of christ, and Canst not get it, | cc pc-acp vvi, uh dt j n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vm2 xx vvi pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2223 | Page 140 |
12416 | but to live ever tormented without that, when thy soul shall cry, Lord, thus long have I been tormented without thee, till my spirits are weary, and my heart faint; | but to live ever tormented without that, when thy soul shall cry, Lord, thus long have I been tormented without thee, till my spirits Are weary, and my heart faint; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi av vvn p-acp d, c-crq po21 n1 vmb vvi, n1, av av-j vhb pns11 vbn vvn p-acp pno21, c-acp po11 n2 vbr j, cc po11 n1 j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2223 | Page 140 |
12417 | Now, O now a little mercy, — Oh no. 2. That though thou seest it no great matter to be separated from Christ now, | Now, Oh now a little mercy, — O no. 2. That though thou See it not great matter to be separated from christ now, | av, uh av dt j n1, — uh uh-dx. crd cst cs pns21 vv2 pn31 xx j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2223 | Page 140 |
12418 | yet when the heavens shall be in a flaming fire, and the earth shall g•ve up the dead that be in it, | yet when the heavens shall be in a flaming fire, and the earth shall g•ve up the dead that be in it, | av c-crq dt n2 vmb vbi p-acp dt j-vvg n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt j cst vbb p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2224 | Page 140 |
12419 | and Christ shall appeare in infinite glory, admired of Angels, blessed of Saints, Crowned of God, comforting his Elect, Come, oh come ye blessed; | and christ shall appear in infinite glory, admired of Angels, blessed of Saints, Crowned of God, comforting his Elect, Come, o come you blessed; | cc np1 vmb vvi p-acp j n1, vvn pp-f n2, vvn pp-f n2, vvn pp-f np1, vvg po31 n1, vvb, uh vvb pn22 vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2224 | Page 140 |
12420 | then you shall think this separation something. | then you shall think this separation something. | cs pn22 vmb vvi d n1 pi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2224 | Page 140 |
12421 | Oh that you would now go home and mourn, and look up to the Lord, that he would make thee ready a Vessel of honour, | O that you would now go home and mourn, and look up to the Lord, that he would make thee ready a Vessel of honour, | uh cst pn22 vmd av vvi av-an cc vvb, cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno21 av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2224 | Page 140 |
12422 | and acknowledge it's righteous with him, if he should never do it. SECT. V. Vse 2. IT is of examination to all the Virgins; | and acknowledge it's righteous with him, if he should never do it. SECT. V. Use 2. IT is of examination to all the Virgins; | cc vvb pn31|vbz j p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vmd av-x vdi pn31. n1. n1 vvb crd pn31 vbz pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2224 | Page 140 |
12423 | Would you know whether the Lord will bring you to e•ernal fellowship with him? are you ready for him, made sit to live with him or no? for •e•e only those which are ready, are received in; | Would you know whither the Lord will bring you to e•ernal fellowship with him? Are you ready for him, made fit to live with him or no? for •e•e only those which Are ready, Are received in; | vmd pn22 vvi cs dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp j n1 p-acp pno31? vbr pn22 j p-acp pno31, vvd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc uh-dx? p-acp n1 av-j d r-crq vbr j, vbr vvn p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2225 | Page 141 |
12424 | the foolish Virgins did 〈 ◊ 〉 so long asleep, that little did they think they were unready, | the foolish Virgins did 〈 ◊ 〉 so long asleep, that little did they think they were unready, | dt j n2 vdd 〈 sy 〉 av av-j j, cst av-j vdd pns32 vvi pns32 vbdr j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2225 | Page 141 |
12425 | untill the Bridegroom• came, and it was too late. | until the Bridegroom• Come, and it was too late. | c-acp dt np1 vvd, cc pn31 vbds av j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2225 | Page 141 |
12426 | It is the condition of many at this day, that little dream of their separation from Christ, | It is the condition of many At this day, that little dream of their separation from christ, | pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d p-acp d n1, cst j n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2225 | Page 141 |
12427 | and yet shall be when he comes; but they have some hopes and assurance; | and yet shall be when he comes; but they have Some hope's and assurance; | cc av vmb vbi c-crq pns31 vvz; cc-acp pns32 vhb d n2 cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2225 | Page 141 |
12428 | they look to meet the Bridegroome when he shall come, and so fall into a sweet sleep; | they look to meet the Bridegroom when he shall come, and so fallen into a sweet sleep; | pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, cc av vvb p-acp dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2225 | Page 141 |
12429 | a comfortable condition, untill the Lords coming, puts them upon more narrow searching than ever before; | a comfortable condition, until the lords coming, puts them upon more narrow searching than ever before; | dt j n1, c-acp dt n2 vvg, vvz pno32 p-acp av-dc j vvg av av a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2225 | Page 141 |
12430 | that which many think gold now, shall be found hay, and stubble, and consumed to nothing at the coming of Christ; therefore search now. | that which many think gold now, shall be found hay, and stubble, and consumed to nothing At the coming of christ; Therefore search now. | cst r-crq d vvb n1 av, vmb vbi vvn n1, cc n1, cc vvn p-acp pix p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1; av vvb av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2225 | Page 141 |
12431 | I know there is many a gracious soul that is ready, feares to slip in at the passage over that narrow bridge, between life and death, this end of time, | I know there is many a gracious soul that is ready, fears to slip in At the passage over that narrow bridge, between life and death, this end of time, | pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 cst vbz j, vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, d n1 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2226 | Page 141 |
12432 | and beginning of eternity, and loth I am to sad any; but, heare what I shall now say in feare; | and beginning of eternity, and loath I am to sad any; but, hear what I shall now say in Fear; | cc n1 pp-f n1, cc j pns11 vbm p-acp j d; cc-acp, vvb r-crq pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2226 | Page 141 |
12433 | when there are these three things in the soul, then it is ready; whiles any are wanting, it is unready; | when there Are these three things in the soul, then it is ready; while any Are wanting, it is unready; | c-crq a-acp vbr d crd n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vbz j; cs d vbr vvg, pn31 vbz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2226 | Page 141 |
12434 | And by these try your selves. SECT. VI. 1. WHen the soul, the Spouse of Christ is made lovely by its Wedding Garment, the Royal Robe of his own righteousness in the eyes of Christ; | And by these try your selves. SECT. VI. 1. WHen the soul, the Spouse of christ is made lovely by its Wedding Garment, the Royal Robe of his own righteousness in the eyes of christ; | cc p-acp d vvb po22 n2. n1. crd. crd c-crq dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn j p-acp po31 n1 n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2226 | Page 141 |
12435 | for this Bridegroom, though he findes his Spouse 〈 ◊ 〉, yet he being glorious and lovely himself, makes it lovely and glorious, E•h. 5. 25, 26. A Queen fit for the fellowship of this King of Kings, | for this Bridegroom, though he finds his Spouse 〈 ◊ 〉, yet he being glorious and lovely himself, makes it lovely and glorious, E•h. 5. 25, 26. A Queen fit for the fellowship of this King of Kings, | p-acp d n1, cs pns31 vvz po31 n1 〈 sy 〉, av pns31 vbg j cc j px31, vvz pn31 j cc j, n1. crd crd, crd dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12436 | and thorow this righteousness (though otherwise weak and vile, yet) the object of his, | and thorough this righteousness (though otherwise weak and vile, yet) the Object of his, | cc p-acp d n1 (cs av j cc j, av) dt n1 pp-f png31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12437 | and the Fathers infinite and endless delight in heavenly Glory; | and the Father's infinite and endless delight in heavenly Glory; | cc dt ng1 j cc j n1 p-acp j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12438 | now it is fit, Zach. 3. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. 2 Cor. 5. 2, 3. Without this righteousness, there is nothing but shameful nakedness in the best; | now it is fit, Zach 3. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. 2 Cor. 5. 2, 3. Without this righteousness, there is nothing but shameful nakedness in the best; | av pn31 vbz j, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz pix cc-acp j n1 p-acp dt js; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12439 | so as the soul 〈 ◊ 〉 Adam, will rather seek bottomes of Mountaines to hide it from Christ, 〈 ◊ 〉 to appeare before him. Now examine you Saints; | so as the soul 〈 ◊ 〉 Adam, will rather seek bottoms of Mountains to hide it from christ, 〈 ◊ 〉 to appear before him. Now examine you Saints; | av c-acp dt n1 〈 sy 〉 np1, vmb av-c vvi n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp np1, 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. av vvb pn22 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12440 | time was, that 〈 ◊ 〉 was no shame to thee, though thou didst wallow in that Vomit, | time was, that 〈 ◊ 〉 was no shame to thee, though thou didst wallow in that Vomit, | n1 vbds, cst 〈 sy 〉 vbds dx n1 p-acp pno21, cs pns21 vdd2 vvi p-acp d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12441 | and livedst in it, and livedst by it as by thy Trade; | and livedest in it, and livedest by it as by thy Trade; | cc vvd2 p-acp pn31, cc vvd2 p-acp pn31 p-acp p-acp po21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12442 | or if the Lord did keep and deanse you from foule sins, and that you could pray, | or if the Lord did keep and deanse you from foul Sins, and that you could pray, | cc cs dt n1 vdd vvi cc vvi pn22 p-acp j n2, cc cst pn22 vmd vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12443 | and sorrow, and k•ow and remember what you heard, and had some good affections, now you were some body in your own eyes, | and sorrow, and k•ow and Remember what you herd, and had Some good affections, now you were Some body in your own eyes, | cc n1, cc av cc vvb r-crq pn22 vvd, cc vhd d j n2, av pn22 vbdr d n1 p-acp po22 d n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12444 | and it may be you thought if you died then, you should to heaven, and Christ must needs save you; | and it may be you Thought if you died then, you should to heaven, and christ must needs save you; | cc pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vvd cs pn22 vvd av, pn22 vmd p-acp n1, cc np1 vmb av vvi pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12445 | who should he save else? but now the Lord hath made thee poor in spirit, and ashamed; | who should he save Else? but now the Lord hath made thee poor in Spirit, and ashamed; | q-crq vmd pns31 vvi av? cc-acp av dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 j p-acp n1, cc j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12446 | nay, the Lord hath made thee lie down confounded, because of all thy shame before him; | nay, the Lord hath made thee lie down confounded, Because of all thy shame before him; | uh-x, dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 vvb a-acp vvn, c-acp pp-f d po21 n1 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12447 | and the Lord hath made thee see a glory, a ri•ing Sun in Christs righteousness which the Gospel hath brought to light; | and the Lord hath made thee see a glory, a ri•ing Sun in Christ righteousness which the Gospel hath brought to Light; | cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 vvi dt n1, dt j-vvg n1 p-acp npg1 n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12448 | though thou wert a poor, naked, condemned, vile creature; | though thou Wertenberg a poor, naked, condemned, vile creature; | cs pns21 vbd2r dt j, j, vvn, j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12449 | yet the Lord hath made thee seek for it, so as to esteem all things loss to be found there, | yet the Lord hath made thee seek for it, so as to esteem all things loss to be found there, | av dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 vvi p-acp pn31, av c-acp pc-acp vvi d n2 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12450 | and now here is all thou hast to glory in, as that which may make thee lovely in the Fathers sight; | and now Here is all thou hast to glory in, as that which may make thee lovely in the Father's sighed; | cc av av vbz d pns21 vh2 p-acp n1 p-acp, c-acp d r-crq vmb vvi pno21 j p-acp dt ng1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12451 | and here the Lord hath quieted thy conscience, and heart also; | and Here the Lord hath quieted thy conscience, and heart also; | cc av dt n1 vhz vvn po21 n1, cc n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 141 |
12452 | be not discouraged, nor afraid to stand before the Lord, if he should send for thee this night; | be not discouraged, nor afraid to stand before the Lord, if he should send for thee this night; | vbb xx vvn, ccx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno21 d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 142 |
12453 | for though thou art vile in thine own eyes, yet the Lord looks upon thee as lovely. | for though thou art vile in thine own eyes, yet the Lord looks upon thee as lovely. | c-acp cs pns21 vb2r j p-acp po21 d n2, av dt n1 vvz p-acp pno21 p-acp j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2227 | Page 142 |
12494 | Take a man that hath no knowledge, nor taste of Gods grace, whiles he findes ignorance, he may pray, | Take a man that hath no knowledge, nor taste of God's grace, while he finds ignorance, he may pray, | vvb dt n1 cst vhz dx n1, ccx n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cs pns31 vvz n1, pns31 vmb vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12454 | The Apostle makes a question, why the Gentiles are justified, and not the Jewes, Rom. 9. 30, 31. he answers it, verse 32. viz. they sought it by the works of the Law; | The Apostle makes a question, why the Gentiles Are justified, and not the Jews, Rom. 9. 30, 31. he answers it, verse 32. viz. they sought it by the works of the Law; | dt n1 vvz dt n1, q-crq dt n2-j vbr vvn, cc xx dt np2, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vvz pn31, n1 crd n1 pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2228 | Page 142 |
12455 | but if it be otherwise with thee, that in Christ thy righteousness and strength is, then thou mayst glory; | but if it be otherwise with thee, that in christ thy righteousness and strength is, then thou Mayest glory; | p-acp cs pn31 vbb av p-acp pno21, cst p-acp np1 po21 n1 cc n1 vbz, cs pns21 vm2 vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2228 | Page 142 |
12456 | so that now thou shalt have peace againe, against all the condemning of conscience, Satan, and God himself. | so that now thou shalt have peace again, against all the condemning of conscience, Satan, and God himself. | av cst av pns21 vm2 vhi n1 av, p-acp d dt vvg pp-f n1, np1, cc np1 px31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2228 | Page 142 |
12457 | But have you seen your nakedness, known, and stood convinced of your vi•eness, and have heard the voyce of God condemning thee for thy sinful, | But have you seen your nakedness, known, and stood convinced of your vi•eness, and have herd the voice of God condemning thee for thy sinful, | cc-acp vhb pn22 vvn po22 n1, vvn, cc vvd j-vvn pp-f po22 n1, cc vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pno21 p-acp po21 j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12458 | though civil life, and been afraid, and hereupon you have reformed your life, lamented your course, set upon some duties, gone to Christ for strength against some corruptions, | though civil life, and been afraid, and hereupon you have reformed your life, lamented your course, Set upon Some duties, gone to christ for strength against Some corruptions, | cs j n1, cc vbn j, cc av pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1, vvd po22 n1, vvn p-acp d n2, vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12459 | and you have had it, and you have looked about you, and have been ready to say, | and you have had it, and you have looked about you, and have been ready to say, | cc pn22 vhb vhn pn31, cc pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, cc vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12460 | If the Lord saves not me, who should he? and so have sowen these leaves and skinnes together to cover your shame; | If the Lord saves not me, who should he? and so have sown these leaves and skins together to cover your shame; | cs dt n1 vvz xx pno11, r-crq vmd pns31? cc av vhb vvn d n2 cc n2 av pc-acp vvi po22 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12461 | and now you are well, being strangers to this true righteousness, you shall never see the Lord in peace, if you die thus. | and now you Are well, being Strangers to this true righteousness, you shall never see the Lord in peace, if you die thus. | cc av pn22 vbr av, vbg n2 p-acp d j n1, pn22 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cs pn22 vvb av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12462 | Or if thus, you see not Christ to be all, sin is not your shame, but you lie in it, and holiness is not your glory; | Or if thus, you see not christ to be all, since is not your shame, but you lie in it, and holiness is not your glory; | cc cs av, pn22 vvb xx np1 pc-acp vbi d, n1 vbz xx po22 n1, cc-acp pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, cc n1 vbz xx po22 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12463 | and hence you esteem it not, but it's a common thing to you, if that was, | and hence you esteem it not, but it's a Common thing to you, if that was, | cc av pn22 vvb pn31 xx, cc-acp pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp pn22, cs cst vbds, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12464 | then it would be your glory to be like Christ, and to live to him: | then it would be your glory to be like christ, and to live to him: | cs pn31 vmd vbi po22 n1 pc-acp vbi j np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12465 | Know it thou art not yet ready, for thou only seest the Garment, and you catch at it, | Know it thou art not yet ready, for thou only See the Garment, and you catch At it, | vvb pn31 pns21 vb2r xx av j, c-acp pns21 av-j vv2 dt n1, cc pn22 vvb p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12466 | but the Lord helps you not by faith to put it on. SECT. VII. | but the Lord helps you not by faith to put it on. SECT. VII. | cc-acp dt n1 vvz pn22 xx p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp. n1. np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2229 | Page 142 |
12467 | 2. VVHen the soul is filled with the Spirit of Christ, when there is not only some of the workings of the Spirit in the soul, | 2. When the soul is filled with the Spirit of christ, when there is not only Some of the workings of the Spirit in the soul, | crd q-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pc-acp vbz xx av-j d pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2230 | Page 142 |
12468 | but the soul is filled with the Spirit; | but the soul is filled with the Spirit; | cc-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2230 | Page 142 |
12469 | for this was the wound of the foolish Virgins, they had Lamps, outward Profession, and glorious, which was a work of the Spirit, | for this was the wound of the foolish Virgins, they had Lamps, outward Profession, and glorious, which was a work of the Spirit, | p-acp d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, pns32 vhd n2, j n1, cc j, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2230 | Page 142 |
12470 | and some dipping of their week in the oyle, some lighter superficial changes, and works of grace in their hearts; | and Some dipping of their Week in the oil, Some lighter superficial changes, and works of grace in their hearts; | cc d vvg pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, d jc j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2230 | Page 142 |
12471 | but they had not oyle in their Vessel, they had not plenty and fulness of the Spirit; | but they had not oil in their Vessel, they had not plenty and fullness of the Spirit; | cc-acp pns32 vhd xx n1 p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vhd xx n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2230 | Page 142 |
12472 | some unripe eares there were, but not full; and hence they were to buy when the Lord Jesus came; but the wise had. | Some unripe ears there were, but not full; and hence they were to buy when the Lord jesus Come; but the wise had. | d j n2 a-acp vbdr, cc-acp xx j; cc av pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 np1 vvd; cc-acp dt j vhd. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2230 | Page 142 |
12473 | The blood and righteousness of Christ, ever brings the plenty of the Spirit of Christ, hence 2 Cor. 5. 5. earnest of the Spirit. | The blood and righteousness of christ, ever brings the plenty of the Spirit of christ, hence 2 Cor. 5. 5. earnest of the Spirit. | dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, av vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av crd np1 crd crd n1 pp-f dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2231 | Page 142 |
12474 | I speak not now of extraordinary fulness, which Prophets and Apostles had, nor of that fulness which is in glory, | I speak not now of extraordinary fullness, which prophets and Apostles had, nor of that fullness which is in glory, | pns11 vvb xx av pp-f j n1, r-crq n2 cc n2 vhd, ccx pp-f cst n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2232 | Page 142 |
12475 | as if we must have that here, but of that which the Saints attaine to in this life, every one according to his need and measure of capableness of the same; | as if we must have that Here, but of that which the Saints attain to in this life, every one according to his need and measure of capableness of the same; | c-acp cs pns12 vmb vhi d av, cc-acp pp-f d r-crq dt n2 vvi p-acp p-acp d n1, d pi vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2232 | Page 142 |
12476 | the Spirit of love is not dropt, but shed into the heart; | the Spirit of love is not dropped, but shed into the heart; | dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx vvn, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2232 | Page 142 |
12477 | the Spirit of God in them, is not a Spirit of some light affection, dying affection, | the Spirit of God in them, is not a Spirit of Some Light affection, dying affection, | dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d j n1, vvg n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2232 | Page 142 |
12478 | but of eternal life, Rom. 8. 2, 3. The spirit of mourning doth not only drip upon them, | but of Eternal life, Rom. 8. 2, 3. The Spirit of mourning does not only drip upon them, | cc-acp pp-f j n1, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2232 | Page 142 |
12479 | but it's poured down upon them, Zach. 12. 10. the spirit of wisdome doth not only give them light and knowledge, but Marvellous Light, 1 Pet. 2. 9. I have opened this at large; | but it's poured down upon them, Zach 12. 10. the Spirit of Wisdom does not only give them Light and knowledge, but Marvellous Light, 1 Pet. 2. 9. I have opened this At large; | cc-acp pn31|vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx av-j vvi pno32 vvi cc n1, p-acp j n1, vvn np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn d p-acp j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2232 | Page 142 |
12480 | only three signes now I shall give you to discerne this Spirit by. SECT. VIII. | only three Signs now I shall give you to discern this Spirit by. SECT. VIII. | av-j crd n2 av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp. n1. np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2233 | Page 142 |
12481 | 1. THis Spirit and fulnesse of it, the Saints not only pray for, but they follow their •ray•rs to Christ, | 1. THis Spirit and fullness of it, the Saints not only pray for, but they follow their •ray•rs to christ, | crd d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, dt n2 xx av-j vvi p-acp, cc-acp pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12482 | untill th•ir sou•s are sweetly satisfied with it, and so it abides daily satisfying their hearts. | until th•ir sou•s Are sweetly satisfied with it, and so it abides daily satisfying their hearts. | c-acp j n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pn31, cc av pn31 vvz av-j vvg po32 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12483 | John 4. 14. The water I shall give, shall be a spring, so as the soul shall not thirst after more gra•e; i. e. with a tormenting thirst; nor after the world; | John 4. 14. The water I shall give, shall be a spring, so as the soul shall not thirst After more gra•e; i. e. with a tormenting thirst; nor After the world; | np1 crd crd dt n1 pns11 vmb vvi, vmb vbi dt n1, av c-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dc n1; uh. sy. p-acp dt j-vvg n1; ccx p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12484 | the grace of God, and the Spirit of God in the heart is so sweet, that the soule saith, Oh it is enough, oh if my soul might ever be thus near the Lord, indeared to him, walking thus humbly, thankfully, cheerfully with him, this should be all my desire; | the grace of God, and the Spirit of God in the heart is so sweet, that the soul Says, O it is enough, o if my soul might ever be thus near the Lord, endeared to him, walking thus humbly, thankfully, cheerfully with him, this should be all my desire; | dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vbz av j, cst dt n1 vvz, uh pn31 vbz av-d, uh cs po11 n1 vmd av vbi av j dt n1, vvn p-acp pno31, vvg av av-j, av-j, av-j p-acp pno31, d vmd vbi d po11 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12485 | and hence, Iohn 14. 16. it is called the Com orter, which dwells in them, and is known by them, the world knows it not. | and hence, John 14. 16. it is called the Come orter, which dwells in them, and is known by them, the world knows it not. | cc av, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn dt np1 n1, r-crq vvz p-acp pno32, cc vbz vvn p-acp pno32, dt n1 vvz pn31 xx. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12486 | Now here is the wound of others, they have the Spirit convincing them of emptiness, misery, nakedness, | Now Here is the wound of Others, they have the Spirit convincing them of emptiness, misery, nakedness, | av av vbz dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, pns32 vhb dt n1 vvg pno32 pp-f n1, n1, n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12487 | and they lie so, and they desire; | and they lie so, and they desire; | cc pns32 vvb av, cc pns32 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12488 | but as Solomon saith, Prov. 13. 4. They are forsaken of the Spirit, before they finde him to be a Comforter quenching their thirsty desires, making them to feele the sweetness of his Presence, of his Grace. | but as Solomon Says, Curae 13. 4. They Are forsaken of the Spirit, before they find him to be a Comforter quenching their thirsty Desires, making them to feel the sweetness of his Presence, of his Grace. | cc-acp c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 vvg po32 j n2, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pp-f po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12489 | Isa. 58. 11. There were divers that did pray, fast, draw near to God, and did delight in it, | Isaiah 58. 11. There were diverse that did pray, fast, draw near to God, and did delight in it, | np1 crd crd pc-acp vbdr j cst vdd vvi, av-j, vvb av-j p-acp np1, cc vdd vvi p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12490 | but they felt not what they desired at all; there were some lusts, their souls were leane, and like parched desarts; | but they felt not what they desired At all; there were Some Lustiest, their Souls were lean, and like parched deserts; | cc-acp pns32 vvd xx r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp d; pc-acp vbdr d n2, po32 n2 vbdr j, cc av-j j-vvn n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12491 | but when the heart is indeed humbled, the spirit comes in, and makes the bones fat, and like a watered garden; | but when the heart is indeed humbled, the Spirit comes in, and makes the bones fat, and like a watered garden; | cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn, dt n1 vvz p-acp, cc vvz dt n2 j, cc av-j dt vvn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12492 | Oh therefore take heed you give not over, till the Lord pour out in thy empty heart, of the fulness of his grace. | O Therefore take heed you give not over, till the Lord pour out in thy empty heart, of the fullness of his grace. | uh av vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx a-acp, c-acp dt n1 vvb av p-acp po21 j n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2234 | Page 143 |
12493 | 2. This Spirit ever keeps a man poor and vile in his own eyes, and empty. | 2. This Spirit ever keeps a man poor and vile in his own eyes, and empty. | crd d n1 av vvz dt n1 j cc j p-acp po31 d n2, cc j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12495 | and be diligent in use of means, and full of life; | and be diligent in use of means, and full of life; | cc vbi j p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc j pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12496 | but when he hath got some knowledge, and can discourse pretty well, and hath some tastes of the Heavenly Gift, some sweet elaps•es of grace, | but when he hath god Some knowledge, and can discourse pretty well, and hath Some tastes of the Heavenly Gift, Some sweet elaps•es of grace, | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d n1, cc vmb vvi j av, cc vhz d vvz pp-f dt j n1, d j n2 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12497 | and so his conscience is pretty well quieted, and if he hath got some answer to his prayers, | and so his conscience is pretty well quieted, and if he hath god Some answer to his Prayers, | cc av po31 n1 vbz j av vvn, cc cs pns31 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp po31 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12498 | and hath sweet affections, he grows full, and having ease to his conscience, casts off sence, and daily groaning under sin; | and hath sweet affections, he grows full, and having ease to his conscience, Cast off sense, and daily groaning under since; | cc vhz j n2, pns31 vvz j, cc vhg n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz a-acp n1, cc av-j vvg p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12499 | And hence the Spirit of Prayer dies, he loses his esteeme of Gods Ordinances, feeles not such need of them, | And hence the Spirit of Prayer die, he loses his esteem of God's Ordinances, feels not such need of them, | cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, pns31 vvz po31 n1 pp-f npg1 n2, vvz xx d n1 pp-f pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12500 | or gets no good, feeles no life and power by them; | or gets no good, feels no life and power by them; | cc vvz dx j, vvz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12501 | and whereas before he could catch at every word, and mourn when he found the Lord passed by him, | and whereas before he could catch At every word, and mourn when he found the Lord passed by him, | cc cs c-acp pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvb c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12502 | and speak never a good word to him: now no such trouble, because he is full. | and speak never a good word to him: now no such trouble, Because he is full. | cc vvi av-x dt j n1 p-acp pno31: av dx d n1, c-acp pns31 vbz j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12503 | This is the woful condition of some, but yet they know it not; | This is the woeful condition of Some, but yet they know it not; | d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d, cc-acp av pns32 vvb pn31 xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12504 | but now he that is filled with the Spirit, the Lord empties him, and the longer he lives, | but now he that is filled with the Spirit, the Lord empties him, and the longer he lives, | cc-acp av pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pno31, cc dt av-jc pns31 vvz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12505 | so that others think he needs not much grace, yet he accounts himself the poorest, and feels a need of every truth of God, and Ordinance of God; | so that Others think he needs not much grace, yet he accounts himself the Poorest, and feels a need of every truth of God, and Ordinance of God; | av d n2-jn vvb pns31 vvz xx d n1, av pns31 vvz px31 dt js, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12506 | his sin ('tis true) continues, 'tis not quite abolished, and his sighing within himself continues also to his grave. | his since (it's true) continues, it's not quite abolished, and his sighing within himself continues also to his grave. | po31 n1 (pn31|vbz j) vvz, pn31|vbz xx av vvn, cc po31 vvg p-acp px31 vvz av p-acp po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12507 | Isa. 57. 15. poore, and yet the Lord dwells there; how can these sta•d together? very well in those who are the Lords. | Isaiah 57. 15. poor, and yet the Lord dwells there; how can these sta•d together? very well in those who Are the lords. | np1 crd crd j, cc av dt n1 vvz a-acp; q-crq vmb d n1 av? av av p-acp d r-crq vbr dt n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2235 | Page 143 |
12508 | 3. This Spirit comes in that fusness, as that it so purifies the heart of sin and self, | 3. This Spirit comes in that fusness, as that it so Purifies the heart of since and self, | crd d n1 vvz p-acp d n1, c-acp cst pn31 av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 143 |
12509 | as that it makes the soul set it seef for God, as his last end and happinesse, | as that it makes the soul Set it seef for God, as his last end and happiness, | c-acp cst pn31 vvz dt n1 vvd pn31 n1 p-acp np1, c-acp po31 ord n1 cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 143 |
12510 | and so as that the work of Christ is his blessednesse. | and so as that the work of christ is his blessedness. | cc av c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 143 |
12511 | 2. Tim. 2. 20, 21. He that purgeth himself from these things, is a Vessel of honour, | 2. Tim. 2. 20, 21. He that Purgeth himself from these things, is a Vessel of honour, | crd np1 crd crd, crd pns31 cst vvz px31 p-acp d n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 143 |
12512 | and fit for his Masters use. | and fit for his Masters use. | cc j p-acp po31 ng1 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 143 |
12513 | It is with some souls, as it is with some drosly Vessels, they are put out of the fire, | It is with Some Souls, as it is with Some drosly Vessels, they Are put out of the fire, | pn31 vbz p-acp d n2, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d av-j n2, pns32 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 143 |
12514 | and they are taken out before their dross is removed, or they melted, or if melted, | and they Are taken out before their dross is removed, or they melted, or if melted, | cc pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp po32 n1 vbz vvn, cc pns32 vvd, cc cs vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 143 |
12515 | yet not fashioned for use, even to every good work; so some have great troubles without and within; | yet not fashioned for use, even to every good work; so Some have great Troubles without and within; | av xx vvn p-acp n1, av p-acp d j n1; av d vhb j n2 p-acp cc a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12516 | now the fire goes out, or they get out of the fire; viz. the trouble, before their dross is removed, or their sinful natures be changed; | now the fire Goes out, or they get out of the fire; viz. the trouble, before their dross is removed, or their sinful nature's be changed; | av dt n1 vvz av, cc pns32 vvb av pp-f dt n1; n1 dt n1, p-acp po32 n1 vbz vvn, cc po32 j n2 vbb vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12517 | or if they be melted, yet they are not fashioned, and framed for their Masters use only; | or if they be melted, yet they Are not fashioned, and framed for their Masters use only; | cc cs pns32 vbb vvn, av pns32 vbr xx vvn, cc vvn p-acp po32 n2 vvb av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12518 | they are for their own use, and their lusts use, and seek themselves in all they do, | they Are for their own use, and their Lustiest use, and seek themselves in all they do, | pns32 vbr p-acp po32 d n1, cc po32 n2 vvi, cc vvi px32 p-acp d pns32 vdb, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12542 | for very few, but after fulness fall asleep; | for very few, but After fullness fallen asleep; | c-acp av d, cc-acp p-acp n1 vvb j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12519 | but not for the Lords use; it is not their life to live to God. Promises are sweet, and Christ is sweet, and Heaven is sweet; | but not for the lords use; it is not their life to live to God. Promises Are sweet, and christ is sweet, and Heaven is sweet; | cc-acp xx p-acp dt n2 vvb; pn31 vbz xx po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. vvz vbr j, cc np1 vbz j, cc n1 vbz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12520 | but the work of Christ to be of use for Christ, this is not their bliss: | but the work of christ to be of use for christ, this is not their bliss: | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi pp-f n1 p-acp np1, d vbz xx po32 n1: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12521 | I know Saints fall short here much, and seek themselves; | I know Saints fallen short Here much, and seek themselves; | pns11 vvb n2 vvi j av av-d, cc vvi px32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12522 | but yet their hearts are prepared, fashioned, set for this end, and they through the help of the Spirit, refine themselves for the Lord; | but yet their hearts Are prepared, fashioned, Set for this end, and they through the help of the Spirit, refine themselves for the Lord; | cc-acp av po32 n2 vbr vvn, j-vvn, vvn p-acp d n1, cc pns32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvi px32 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12523 | that when sin desires them to serve it, No (their answer is) I am no debtor, nor servant to you; | that when since Desires them to serve it, No (their answer is) I am no debtor, nor servant to you; | cst c-crq n1 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31, uh-dx (po32 n1 vbz) pns11 vbm dx n1, ccx n1 p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12524 | I have lived too long to you already, I am now the Lords, and for the Lord; | I have lived too long to you already, I am now the lords, and for the Lord; | pns11 vhb vvn av av-j p-acp pn22 av, pns11 vbm av dt n2, cc p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12525 | Oh that I might have that honour as to be employed for him; | O that I might have that honour as to be employed for him; | uh cst pns11 vmd vhi d n1 c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12526 | I say unto you, the Lord hath here filled you, and fitted you for his use, and you may be comforted. SECT. IX. | I say unto you, the Lord hath Here filled you, and fitted you for his use, and you may be comforted. SECT. IX. | pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, dt n1 vhz av vvn pn22, cc vvn pn22 p-acp po31 n1, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn. n1. crd. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2236 | Page 144 |
12527 | 3. WHen the soul is recovered out of that security, which usually befalls men after some time of first affection and profession, in that measure, | 3. WHen the soul is recovered out of that security, which usually befalls men After Some time of First affection and profession, in that measure, | crd c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av pp-f d n1, r-crq av-j vvz n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f ord n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2237 | Page 144 |
12528 | as that now it lives unto the Lord in a daily waiting for him, and longing for him, | as that now it lives unto the Lord in a daily waiting for him, and longing for him, | c-acp cst av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt av-j vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2237 | Page 144 |
12529 | when the Lord sees it meet to come and take him to himself. | when the Lord sees it meet to come and take him to himself. | c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 pc-acp px31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2237 | Page 144 |
12530 | For all these Virgins fell asleep, after they came out to meet the Bridegroom with their burning Lamps; | For all these Virgins fell asleep, After they Come out to meet the Bridegroom with their burning Lamps; | p-acp d d n2 vvd j, c-acp pns32 vvd av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 j-vvg n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2237 | Page 144 |
12531 | and not only the foolish, but the wife also slept. | and not only the foolish, but the wife also slept. | cc xx av-j dt j, cc-acp dt n1 av vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2237 | Page 144 |
12532 | Now I ask you, Do you think they were ready then for the Lord? No, not untill they were awakened againe, | Now I ask you, Do you think they were ready then for the Lord? No, not until they were awakened again, | av pns11 vvb pn22, vdb pn22 vvb pns32 vbdr j av p-acp dt n1? uh-dx, xx c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2237 | Page 144 |
12533 | and the wise had got their Lamps burning againe, and waiting for him; | and the wise had god their Lamps burning again, and waiting for him; | cc dt j vhd vvn po32 n2 vvg av, cc vvg p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2237 | Page 144 |
12534 | but yet the foolish had got not only no light to their lamps, but Oyle was wanting also to their Vessels; So it is here. | but yet the foolish had god not only no Light to their lamps, but Oil was wanting also to their Vessels; So it is Here. | cc-acp av dt j vhd vvn xx av-j av-dx j p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp n1 vbds vvg av p-acp po32 n2; av pn31 vbz av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2237 | Page 144 |
12535 | Time h•th been, that the Lord hath awakened you with feares and terrors about your estate, | Time h•th been, that the Lord hath awakened you with fears and terrors about your estate, | n1 vhz vbn, cst dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po22 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12536 | and you have got into the assemblings of the Saints together, and kept company with them, | and you have god into the assemblings of the Saints together, and kept company with them, | cc pn22 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2 av, cc vvd n1 p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12537 | and you have escaped the outward pollutions of the world, and defilements of Gods worship and services, | and you have escaped the outward pollutions of the world, and defilements of God's worship and services, | cc pn22 vhb vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12538 | and you have seen the insufficiency of all duties and it is Christ you have look't after, | and you have seen the insufficiency of all duties and it is christ you have looked After, | cc pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc pn31 vbz np1 pn22 vhb vvb|pn31 a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12539 | and prayed for, and got some peace and comfort that he is yours, and have look't to meet him, hoped if you die, that you should be saved; | and prayed for, and god Some peace and Comfort that he is yours, and have looked to meet him, hoped if you die, that you should be saved; | cc vvd p-acp, cc vvd d n1 cc n1 cst pns31 vbz png22, cc vhb vvb|pn31 p-acp vvi pno31, vvd cs pn22 vvb, cst pn22 vmd vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12540 | but have you not faln into a secure frame againe, both wise and foolish? have you not turned Prodigals, | but have you not fallen into a secure frame again, both wise and foolish? have you not turned Prodigals, | cc-acp vhb pn22 xx vvn p-acp dt j n1 av, d j cc j? vhb pn22 xx vvn n2-jn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12541 | and scent, and lost all, after you have had your portions? if not, thank God, be not high-minded, but feare; | and scent, and lost all, After you have had your portions? if not, thank God, be not High-minded, but Fear; | cc n1, cc vvd d, c-acp pn22 vhb vhn po22 n2? cs xx, vvb np1, vbb xx j, cc-acp vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12543 | and after they have had some peace of conscience, but they fall to enter into some peace, | and After they have had Some peace of conscience, but they fallen to enter into Some peace, | cc c-acp pns32 vhb vhn d n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12544 | if not with some foul open sins, yet some truce with some lesser secret sins; | if not with Some foul open Sins, yet Some truce with Some lesser secret Sins; | cs xx p-acp d j j n2, av d n1 p-acp d jc n-jn vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12545 | and if their oyle be not spent, their sorrows spent in sorrowing, their trouble spent in trouble, their desires spent in desiring (as water spends away it self in running out of a Cisterne, not out of a Spring) yet their light hath gone out; | and if their oil be not spent, their sorrows spent in sorrowing, their trouble spent in trouble, their Desires spent in desiring (as water spends away it self in running out of a Cistern, not out of a Spring) yet their Light hath gone out; | cc cs po32 n1 vbb xx vvn, po32 n2 vvn p-acp vvg, po32 n1 vvn p-acp n1, po32 n2 vvn p-acp vvg (c-acp n1 vvz av pn31 n1 p-acp vvg av pp-f dt n1, xx av pp-f dt n1) av po32 n1 vhz vvn av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12546 | the beauty of thy profession is (it may be) lost, that heat and life is gone which others saw, and you saw much more: | the beauty of thy profession is (it may be) lost, that heat and life is gone which Others saw, and you saw much more: | dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vbz (pn31 vmb vbi) vvd, cst n1 cc n1 vbz vvn r-crq n2-jn vvd, cc pn22 vvd d av-dc: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12547 | are you ready now? and though you may have some awakenings, yet are they so far as to cause you to get up, | Are you ready now? and though you may have Some awakenings, yet Are they so Far as to cause you to get up, | vbr pn22 j av? cc cs pn22 vmb vhi d n2, av vbr pns32 av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12548 | and kindle your Lamps, and waite for the Bridegroome? If it be so that still you keep sleeping, | and kindle your Lamps, and wait for the Bridegroom? If it be so that still you keep sleeping, | cc vvb po22 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1? cs pn31 vbb av cst av pn22 vvb vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 144 |
12549 | and have not your Lamps ready trimm'd, then you are just as all the foolish Virgins were, before the cry came. SECT. X. | and have not your Lamps ready trimmed, then you Are just as all the foolish Virgins were, before the cry Come. SECT. X. | cc vhb xx po22 n2 av-j vvn, cs pn22 vbr j p-acp d dt j n2 vbdr, p-acp dt n1 vvd. n1. fw-la | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2238 | Page 145 |
12550 | Quest. BUT may not a godly man die in a declining, decaying, secure frame? Answ. 1. He may die in an uncomfortable frame, without great peace of conscience; | Quest. BUT may not a godly man die in a declining, decaying, secure frame? Answer 1. He may die in an uncomfortable frame, without great peace of conscience; | n1. cc-acp vmb xx dt j n1 vvi p-acp dt j-vvg, j-vvg, j n1? np1 crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, p-acp j n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2239 | Page 145 |
12551 | for sometimes a mans Lamp may shine brightest, when his peace is least; | for sometime a men Lamp may shine Brightest, when his peace is least; | c-acp av dt ng1 n1 vmb vvi js, c-crq po31 n1 vbz ds; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2240 | Page 145 |
12552 | but the more prayer, the more searchings and washing of heart is then to be attended; | but the more prayer, the more searchings and washing of heart is then to be attended; | cc-acp dt av-dc n1, dt av-dc n2-vvg cc vvg pp-f n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2240 | Page 145 |
12553 | a godly man may die mourning for ought I know, and the Lord give him his garment of gladness in Heaven, | a godly man may die mourning for ought I know, and the Lord give him his garment of gladness in Heaven, | dt j n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pi pns11 vvb, cc dt n1 vvb pno31 po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2240 | Page 145 |
12554 | for the spirit of heaviness here on earth; because though he loseth the comfort of his estate, yet not the safety of it, | for the Spirit of heaviness Here on earth; Because though he loses the Comfort of his estate, yet not the safety of it, | p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp n1; c-acp cs pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2240 | Page 145 |
12555 | because he dyes under the wings of a Promise; So that though he dyes uncomfortably, yet not securely. | Because he dies under the wings of a Promise; So that though he dies uncomfortably, yet not securely. | c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; av cst cs pns31 vvz av-j, av xx av-j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2240 | Page 145 |
12556 | 2. He may die to his feeling in such a frame, poor, and contrite; | 2. He may die to his feeling in such a frame, poor, and contrite; | crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp d dt n1, j, cc j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2241 | Page 145 |
12557 | for growing in the sence of emptiness, is not decaying in the being or power of holiness; | for growing in the sense of emptiness, is not decaying in the being or power of holiness; | c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz xx vvg p-acp dt vbg cc n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2241 | Page 145 |
12558 | the Lord is now preparing of him to honour his grace, when he doth not help him to honour his Will in that inlargedness of heart to it as he would, | the Lord is now preparing of him to honour his grace, when he does not help him to honour his Will in that inlargedness of heart to it as he would, | dt n1 vbz av vvg pp-f pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 c-acp pns31 vmd, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2241 | Page 145 |
12559 | so that this soul is not decaying. | so that this soul is not decaying. | av cst d n1 vbz xx vvg. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2241 | Page 145 |
12560 | 3. But yet I do not know that the Lord lets his people die ordinarily in a withering condition; | 3. But yet I do not know that the Lord lets his people die ordinarily in a withering condition; | crd p-acp av pns11 vdb xx vvi cst dt n1 vvz po31 n1 vvi av-j p-acp dt vvg n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2242 | Page 145 |
12561 | especially if it appear so to others of his discerning servants; the Lord will send some cry to awaken his servants before he comes to them, | especially if it appear so to Others of his discerning Servants; the Lord will send Some cry to awaken his Servants before he comes to them, | av-j cs pn31 vvb av p-acp n2-jn pp-f po31 j-vvg n2; dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2242 | Page 145 |
12562 | or they enter into the Marriage with him: I will allow some unusual exceptions against general rules, and put in Asa for one, and leave secrets with God; | or they enter into the Marriage with him: I will allow Some unusual exceptions against general rules, and put in Asa for one, and leave secrets with God; | cc pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31: pns11 vmb vvi d j n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvd p-acp np1 p-acp crd, cc vvi n2-jn p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2242 | Page 145 |
12563 | but ordinarily the Lord doth not let his deare Servants dye in a sottish secure estate: | but ordinarily the Lord does not let his deer Servants die in a sottish secure estate: | cc-acp av-j dt n1 vdz xx vvi po31 j-jn n2 vvi p-acp dt j j n1: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2242 | Page 145 |
12564 | When Sampsons locks are cut, and his strength lost, he shall lie in the Mill untill they be grown againe before he dies; | When Sampsons locks Are Cut, and his strength lost, he shall lie in the Mill until they be grown again before he die; | c-crq np1 n2 vbr vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns32 vbb vvn av c-acp pns31 vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2242 | Page 145 |
12565 | and Solomon may run ryot, but he shall proclaim his folly to all ages in the world for it, in Eccles. before he dies. | and Solomon may run riot, but he shall proclaim his folly to all ages in the world for it, in Eccles. before he die. | cc np1 vmb vvi n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vvz. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2242 | Page 145 |
12566 | Ep•es. 5. 26, 27. Christ presents his Church without wrinckle; | Ep•es. 5. 26, 27. christ presents his Church without wrinkle; | vvz. crd crd, crd np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2242 | Page 145 |
12567 | you are to be presented by Christ to the Father, and to be set before Christ without wrinckle, without witherings, | you Are to be presented by christ to the Father, and to be Set before christ without wrinkle, without witherings, | pn22 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, p-acp n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2242 | Page 145 |
12568 | and decayes, if he loves you, he will wash you, that it may be so. SECT. II. | and decays, if he loves you, he will wash you, that it may be so. SECT. II | cc n2, cs pns31 vvz pn22, pns31 vmb vvi pn22, cst pn31 vmb vbi av. n1. crd | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2242 | Page 145 |
12569 | Quest. BVT must they be so farre awakened, as to wait for the Lord, and desire to be with him, having got Vessels full, and Lamps burning? | Quest. BUT must they be so Far awakened, as to wait for the Lord, and desire to be with him, having god Vessels full, and Lamps burning? | n1. cc-acp vmb pns32 vbi av av-j vvn, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31, vhg vvn n2 j, cc n2 vvg? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2243 | Page 145 |
12570 | Answ. Yes, in some measure at least; | Answer Yes, in Some measure At least; | np1 uh, p-acp d n1 p-acp ds; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2244 | Page 145 |
12571 | for there are awakenings to the life of glory in another world, and awakenings to the life of duties in this world; | for there Are awakenings to the life of glory in Another world, and awakenings to the life of duties in this world; | c-acp pc-acp vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n1, cc n2-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2244 | Page 145 |
12572 | by the one the soul is raised out of this world to the Lord in Glory; | by the one the soul is raised out of this world to the Lord in Glory; | p-acp dt crd dt n1 vbz vvn av pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2244 | Page 145 |
12573 | by the other the soul is raised up to duties in this world; | by the other the soul is raised up to duties in this world; | p-acp dt j-jn dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2244 | Page 145 |
12574 | if the Lord awakens not his Saints to the first, either they are not awakened truly, or not throughly and effectually; | if the Lord awakens not his Saints to the First, either they Are not awakened truly, or not thoroughly and effectually; | cs dt n1 vvz xx po31 n2 p-acp dt ord, d pns32 vbr xx vvn av-j, cc xx av-j cc av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2244 | Page 145 |
12575 | for till then the soul is not ready, Luk• 12. 40. with 35. As it is with a man who is sent for to enjoy favour and fellowship of the King, he is not ready for it, | for till then the soul is not ready, Luk• 12. 40. with 35. As it is with a man who is sent for to enjoy favour and fellowship of the King, he is not ready for it, | c-acp c-acp cs dt n1 vbz xx j, np1 crd crd p-acp crd p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz xx j p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2244 | Page 145 |
12576 | untill he stands waiting at the door, and that it is his business; | until he Stands waiting At the door, and that it is his business; | c-acp pns31 vvz vvg p-acp dt n1, cc cst pn31 vbz po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2244 | Page 146 |
12577 | the patternes of mercy, and Vessels of glory, are ever set out in the New Testament, by this, Heb. 9. ult. Tit. 2. 12, 13. Look as it was with Simeon, Luke 2. 25. He had a promise he should see Christ before he died; | the patterns of mercy, and Vessels of glory, Are ever Set out in the New Testament, by this, Hebrew 9. ult. Tit. 2. 12, 13. Look as it was with Simeon, Lycia 2. 25. He had a promise he should see christ before he died; | dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1, vbr av vvn av p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d, np1 crd n1. np1 crd crd, crd vvb p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, av crd crd pns31 vhd dt n1 pns31 vmd vvi np1 c-acp pns31 vvd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2244 | Page 146 |
12578 | hence he waited for the consolation of Israel; so the soul having a promise of seeing Christ when he is dead, it makes him wait for this time; | hence he waited for the consolation of Israel; so the soul having a promise of seeing christ when he is dead, it makes him wait for this time; | av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; av dt n1 vhg dt n1 pp-f vvg np1 c-crq pns31 vbz j, pn31 vvz pno31 vvi p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2245 | Page 146 |
12579 | and when he wants a promise sealed, though he waites not nextly, yet he waites remotely, that the Lord would cause him to believe it, that so he might wait for it; | and when he Wants a promise sealed, though he waits not nextly, yet he waits remotely, that the Lord would cause him to believe it, that so he might wait for it; | cc c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 vvd, cs pns31 vvz xx av-j, av pns31 vvz av-j, cst dt n1 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31, cst av pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2245 | Page 146 |
12580 | that is his end, this is the mea•es; | that is his end, this is the mea•es; | cst vbz po31 n1, d vbz dt n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2245 | Page 146 |
12581 | he knows it is best to be with the Lord, where is no sin, but holiness; | he knows it is best to be with the Lord, where is no since, but holiness; | pns31 vvz pn31 vbz js pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, q-crq vbz dx n1, cc-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2245 | Page 146 |
12582 | he hath found him sweet in his looks, in his words, in his works, in his hopes, his first fruits, | he hath found him sweet in his looks, in his words, in his works, in his hope's, his First fruits, | pns31 vhz vvn pno31 j p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2, po31 ord n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2245 | Page 146 |
12583 | but to be with him is best. | but to be with him is best. | cc-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 vbz js. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2245 | Page 146 |
12584 | This is not such an high pitch which Saints come not to, it is indeed such which Hypocrites come not to; | This is not such an high pitch which Saints come not to, it is indeed such which Hypocrites come not to; | d vbz xx d dt j n1 r-crq n2 vvb xx pc-acp, pn31 vbz av d r-crq n2 vvb xx p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2246 | Page 146 |
12585 | the Hypocrites end is to escape misery; | the Hypocrites end is to escape misery; | dt n2 vvb vbz pc-acp vvi n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2246 | Page 146 |
12586 | hence they desire comfort by duties, that they shall be freed from it, but not to enjoy Christ; | hence they desire Comfort by duties, that they shall be freed from it, but not to enjoy christ; | av pns32 vvb n1 p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2246 | Page 146 |
12587 | the Lord never tied in their souls such a knot of faith and love which works this. | the Lord never tied in their Souls such a knot of faith and love which works this. | dt n1 av-x vvn p-acp po32 n2 d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2246 | Page 146 |
12588 | For 1. Security of Saints, 'tis not the privation of life (that is death) but a suspension of the acts of a heavenly life; | For 1. Security of Saints, it's not the privation of life (that is death) but a suspension of the acts of a heavenly life; | p-acp crd n1 pp-f n2, pn31|vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 (cst vbz n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2247 | Page 146 |
12589 | there is in them love to Christ, delight in him, happiness in living to him, pleasing of him; | there is in them love to christ, delight in him, happiness in living to him, pleasing of him; | pc-acp vbz p-acp pno32 vvi p-acp np1, vvb p-acp pno31, n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno31, vvg pp-f pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2247 | Page 146 |
12590 | but it is suspended by cares or contents of the world, and love of ease; hence a Christian is never throughly awakened, till he comes to that life againe; | but it is suspended by Cares or contents of the world, and love of ease; hence a Christian is never thoroughly awakened, till he comes to that life again; | cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; av dt njp vbz av-x av-j vvn, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2247 | Page 146 |
12591 | his heart is with Christ in heaven; | his heart is with christ in heaven; | po31 n1 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2247 | Page 146 |
12592 | and because he cannot be there, hence he stayes a while, and looks, and waits for it; | and Because he cannot be there, hence he stays a while, and looks, and waits for it; | cc c-acp pns31 vmbx vbi a-acp, av pns31 vvz dt n1, cc n2, cc vvz p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2247 | Page 146 |
12593 | anothers security is the privation of life, of empty duties arising from some vanishing affections, as in the foolish Virgins which were to quiet conscience only; | another's security is the privation of life, of empty duties arising from Some vanishing affections, as in the foolish Virgins which were to quiet conscience only; | j-jn n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f j n2 vvg p-acp d vvg n2, c-acp p-acp dt j n2 r-crq vbdr p-acp j-jn n1 av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2247 | Page 146 |
12594 | Hence their awakening are only to that life again•e at the best, if ever God do awaken them, | Hence their awakening Are only to that life again•e At the best, if ever God do awaken them, | av po32 n-vvg vbr j p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp dt js, cs av np1 vdb vvi pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2247 | Page 146 |
12595 | unless the Lord indeed convert them. | unless the Lord indeed convert them. | cs dt n1 av vvi pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2247 | Page 146 |
12596 | 2. Every thing will mightily tend to that to which its nature bends and inclines it; | 2. Every thing will mightily tend to that to which its nature bends and inclines it; | crd np1 n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vvz cc vvz pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2248 | Page 146 |
12597 | as a stone if thrown upward, will mightily tend downward. Some say there is an Element of fire above, because this here endeavours to ascend, | as a stone if thrown upward, will mightily tend downward. some say there is an Element of fire above, Because this Here endeavours to ascend, | c-acp dt n1 cs vvn av-j, vmb av-j vvi av-j. d vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp, c-acp d av n2 pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2248 | Page 146 |
12598 | as being out of its place; | as being out of its place; | c-acp vbg av pp-f po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2248 | Page 146 |
12599 | he that is of the earth, he will be tending to it, though awakened, t•ough lifted up; | he that is of the earth, he will be tending to it, though awakened, t•ough lifted up; | pns31 cst vbz pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvg p-acp pn31, cs vvn, av-d vvn a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2248 | Page 146 |
12600 | Saints will be tending upward, because their nature is heavenly, loving, looking, waiting, longing, 2 Cor. 5. 3, 4. with 1. as Angels here be willing to stay to do the work, | Saints will be tending upward, Because their nature is heavenly, loving, looking, waiting, longing, 2 Cor. 5. 3, 4. with 1. as Angels Here be willing to stay to do the work, | n2 vmb vbi vvg av-j, c-acp po32 n1 vbz j, j-vvg, vvg, j-vvg, j-vvg, crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp crd p-acp n2 av vbi j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2248 | Page 146 |
12601 | but yet they long to be before the face of God againe, because their natures are heavenly, | but yet they long to be before the face of God again, Because their nature's Are heavenly, | cc-acp av pns32 av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av, c-acp po32 n2 vbr j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2248 | Page 146 |
12602 | and there their proper place is. Now for the Lord Jesus sake examine your selves here. | and there their proper place is. Now for the Lord jesus sake examine your selves Here. | cc a-acp po32 j n1 vbz. av p-acp dt n1 np1 n1 vvb po22 n2 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2248 | Page 146 |
12603 | I hope some are awakened, the Word hath done it; | I hope Some Are awakened, the Word hath done it; | pns11 vvb d vbr vvn, dt n1 vhz vdn pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12604 | cry of afflictions, inward temptations have made you look about you, and you are wearied out with your own wayes; | cry of afflictions, inward temptations have made you look about you, and you Are wearied out with your own ways; | vvb pp-f n2, j n2 vhb vvn pn22 vvb p-acp pn22, cc pn22 vbr vvn av p-acp po22 d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12605 | but are you not since grown secure? time was the feet of the Messengers of peace were glorious, | but Are you not since grown secure? time was the feet of the Messengers of peace were glorious, | cc-acp vbr pn22 xx a-acp vvn j? n1 vbds dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 vbdr j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12606 | but now their Message is meane; | but now their Message is mean; | cc-acp av po32 n1 vbz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12607 | Sabbaths longed for, now you are weary of them, heartless in them, sleep with the spoon in your mouths; | Sabbaths longed for, now you Are weary of them, heartless in them, sleep with the spoon in your mouths; | n2 vvn p-acp, av pn22 vbr j pp-f pno32, j p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12608 | private duties were seasons of breaking the heart, refreshing and comforting from the Lord, but now you neglect them, sleight them, | private duties were seasons of breaking the heart, refreshing and comforting from the Lord, but now you neglect them, sleight them, | j n2 vbdr n2 pp-f vvg dt n1, vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av pn22 vvb pno32, vvb pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12609 | and the Lord in them, and are not much troubled at it, because you have some excuse or other for it; | and the Lord in them, and Are not much troubled At it, Because you have Some excuse or other for it; | cc dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc vbr xx av-d vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp pn22 vhb d n1 cc n-jn p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12610 | thy mouth was full of good questions, now thou thinkest thy self more fit to teach than learn; | thy Mouth was full of good questions, now thou Thinkest thy self more fit to teach than Learn; | po21 n1 vbds j pp-f j n2, av pns21 vv2 po21 n1 av-dc j pc-acp vvi cs vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12611 | thy society was sweet as the Rose in Spring, now the sweet odour of it is lost; | thy society was sweet as the Rose in Spring, now the sweet odour of it is lost; | po21 n1 vbds j c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, av dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12612 | time was thou wer• exceeding tender of the least sinne, and not a day past, but thy cheeks were wet in secret before the Lord; | time was thou wer• exceeding tender of the least sin, and not a day past, but thy cheeks were wet in secret before the Lord; | n1 vbds pns21 n1 vvg j pp-f dt ds n1, cc xx dt n1 j, cc-acp po21 n2 vbdr j p-acp j-jn c-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12613 | now thou art grown blinde and bold, and you can defile your self in all your wayes, | now thou art grown blind and bold, and you can defile your self in all your ways, | av pns21 vb2r vvn j cc j, cc pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1 p-acp d po22 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12614 | and your faith in Christ keeps you from repentance for sin; | and your faith in christ keeps you from Repentance for since; | cc po22 n1 p-acp np1 vvz pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12615 | time was, the truth was glorious, and you could make use of your Notes many a day after, | time was, the truth was glorious, and you could make use of your Notes many a day After, | n1 vbds, dt n1 vbds j, cc pn22 vmd vvi n1 pp-f po22 n2 d dt n1 a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12616 | when you did not finde good in publick; but now pen and Ink is left at home, you cast your bread into corners, | when you did not find good in public; but now pen and Ink is left At home, you cast your bred into corners, | c-crq pn22 vdd xx vvi j p-acp j; cc-acp av n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1-an, pn22 vvd po22 n1 p-acp n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 146 |
12617 | and feed not your hearts therewith: | and feed not your hearts therewith: | cc vvb xx po22 n2 av: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12618 | Time was, you could take a rebuke kindly, when you were little in your own eyes; | Time was, you could take a rebuke kindly, when you were little in your own eyes; | n1 vbds, pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 av-j, c-crq pn22 vbdr j p-acp po22 d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12619 | but now if you think a reproof is meant of you, your hearts can swell, nay, now your judgement decayes; | but now if you think a reproof is meant of you, your hearts can swell, nay, now your judgement decays; | cc-acp av cs pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f pn22, po22 n2 vmb vvi, uh-x, av po22 n1 vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12620 | What warrant for private prayers twice a day? what warrant for weekly Sermons, when we have six dayes to labour, | What warrant for private Prayers twice a day? what warrant for weekly Sermons, when we have six days to labour, | q-crq vvb p-acp j n2 av dt n1? q-crq vvb p-acp j n2, c-crq pns12 vhb crd n2 pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12621 | and one to rest in? you were formerly more exact, but now wiser, and thus you lie, | and one to rest in? you were formerly more exact, but now Wiser, and thus you lie, | cc pi pc-acp vvi p-acp? pn22 vbdr av-j av-dc j, cc-acp av jc, cc av pn22 vvb, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12622 | and as if you were come to the end of your race already, and reach not after things before you, you have enough grace, | and as if you were come to the end of your raze already, and reach not After things before you, you have enough grace, | cc c-acp cs pn22 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 av, cc vvb xx p-acp n2 p-acp pn22, pn22 vhb d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12623 | hence you think you shall be saved, and so sit st•ll, and now play the good Husband: | hence you think you shall be saved, and so fit st•ll, and now play the good Husband: | av pn22 vvb pn22 vmb vbi vvn, cc av vvb av, cc av vvb dt j n1: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12624 | Oh the Covenants you have had, if ever you came hither what you would do! oh the esteem of the Lord afar off! | O the Covenants you have had, if ever you Come hither what you would do! o the esteem of the Lord afar off! | uh dt n2 pn22 vhb vhn, cs av pn22 vvd av r-crq pn22 vmd vdi! uh dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av a-acp! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12625 | but now you are broken by your Voyage, and your Vessel is crackt, and oyle is run out, | but now you Are broken by your Voyage, and your Vessel is cracked, and oil is run out, | cc-acp av pn22 vbr vvn p-acp po22 n1, cc po22 n1 vbz vvn, cc n1 vbz vvn av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12626 | and Lamp is out, will you dye so? if you say yes, I profess you are not ready; | and Lamp is out, will you die so? if you say yes, I profess you Are not ready; | cc n1 vbz av, vmb pn22 vvi av? cs pn22 vvb uh, pns11 vvb pn22 vbr xx j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12627 | it is a question if ever you had grace, if it be so; and therefore bless God, the Lord gives you warning this day; | it is a question if ever you had grace, if it be so; and Therefore bless God, the Lord gives you warning this day; | pn31 vbz dt n1 cs av pn22 vhd n1, cs pn31 vbb av; cc av vvb np1, dt n1 vvz pn22 n1 d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12628 | but I feare many will not stir till Christ comes; I say as she to Sampson, Vp, for the Philistins are upon thee; | but I Fear many will not stir till christ comes; I say as she to Sampson, Up, for the philistines Are upon thee; | cc-acp pns11 vvb d vmb xx vvi p-acp np1 vvz; pns11 vvb c-acp pns31 p-acp np1, a-acp, p-acp dt njp2 vbr p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12629 | so I say, Security is upon thee, and wrath is now gone out to awaken thee, if the word doth not. SECT. XII. Use 3. OF Exhortation. | so I say, Security is upon thee, and wrath is now gone out to awaken thee, if the word does not. SECT. XII. Use 3. OF Exhortation. | av pns11 vvb, n1 vbz p-acp pno21, cc n1 vbz av vvn av pc-acp vvi pno21, cs dt n1 vdz xx. n1. np1. vvb crd pp-f n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2249 | Page 147 |
12630 | Labour to be in a readinesse, awaken out of sleep, and get your Garments on, your loynes girt, your Vessels full, your Lam•s burning, tha• you may be indeed ready, | Labour to be in a readiness, awaken out of sleep, and get your Garments on, your loins girded, your Vessels full, your Lam•s burning, tha• you may be indeed ready, | n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, vvi av pp-f n1, cc vvb po22 n2 a-acp, po22 n2 vvn, po22 n2 j, po22 n2 vvg, n1 pn22 vmb vbi av j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2250 | Page 147 |
12631 | and he Lord may finde you so, as well as men think you so; | and he Lord may find you so, as well as men think you so; | cc pns31 n1 vmb vvi pn22 av, c-acp av c-acp n2 vvb pn22 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2250 | Page 147 |
12632 | It is Christs Exhortation, Luke 12. 40. whereupon Peter askt, Did he speak that Parable only to the Disciples, | It is Christ Exhortation, Lycia 12. 40. whereupon Peter asked, Did he speak that Parable only to the Disciples, | pn31 vbz npg1 n1, av crd crd r-crq np1 vvd, vdd pns31 vvi d n1 av-j p-acp dt n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2250 | Page 147 |
12633 | or of all? Verse 41. he answers all, especially them that know the Lords minde herein, | or of all? Verse 41. he answers all, especially them that know the lords mind herein, | cc pp-f d? n1 crd pns31 vvz d, av-j pno32 cst vvb dt n2 n1 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2250 | Page 147 |
12634 | and do it not, Verse 47. So you may ask me, Whom do I press to make ready? I answer all. Two sorts I shall therefore name. | and do it not, Verse 47. So you may ask me, Whom do I press to make ready? I answer all. Two sorts I shall Therefore name. | cc vdb pn31 xx, vvb crd av pn22 vmb vvi pno11, ro-crq vdb pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi j? pns11 vvb d. crd n2 pns11 vmb av vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2250 | Page 147 |
12635 | 1. Those who are yet unready, either in whole or part. | 1. Those who Are yet unready, either in Whole or part. | crd d r-crq vbr av j, av-d p-acp j-jn cc n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2251 | Page 147 |
12636 | 2. Those who are ready, but not so ready as those should be who stand before the Lord, | 2. Those who Are ready, but not so ready as those should be who stand before the Lord, | crd d r-crq vbr j, cc-acp xx av j c-acp d vmd vbi r-crq n1 p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2252 | Page 147 |
12637 | and as themselves will wish another day they had been; the wise as well as foolish, may be sleepy, and so unready for a time; but O awake. | and as themselves will wish Another day they had been; the wise as well as foolish, may be sleepy, and so unready for a time; but Oh awake. | cc p-acp px32 vmb vvi j-jn n1 pns32 vhd vbn; dt j c-acp av c-acp j, vmb vbi j, cc av j p-acp dt n1; cc-acp uh j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2252 | Page 147 |
12638 | First, Those who are unready and unprepared for the Lord and his coming; are there any such? Yes, very many; | First, Those who Are unready and unprepared for the Lord and his coming; Are there any such? Yes, very many; | ord, d r-crq vbr j cc j p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n-vvg; vbr pc-acp d d? uh, av d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2253 | Page 147 |
12639 | some there be who know they are unready, and will not yet buy, and yet prepare not for it, | Some there be who know they Are unready, and will not yet buy, and yet prepare not for it, | d pc-acp vbi zz vvb pns32 vbr j, cc vmb xx av vvi, cc av vvb xx p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2253 | Page 147 |
12640 | because they are young enough yet, or have time enough to provide for that hereafter. | Because they Are young enough yet, or have time enough to provide for that hereafter. | c-acp pns32 vbr j av-d av, cc vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp d av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2253 | Page 147 |
12641 | Some others, because they cry, Lord, Lord, and look to Christ, and are well thought of by the wise, that think they are ready; | some Others, Because they cry, Lord, Lord, and look to christ, and Are well Thought of by the wise, that think they Are ready; | d n2-jn, c-acp pns32 vvb, n1, n1, cc vvb p-acp np1, cc vbr av vvn pp-f p-acp dt j, cst vvb pns32 vbr j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2253 | Page 147 |
12642 | but know it, all your thoughts, and cares, and prayers, and endeavours, are little enough for it, even all your life; | but know it, all your thoughts, and Cares, and Prayers, and endeavours, Are little enough for it, even all your life; | cc-acp vvb pn31, d po22 n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, vbr j av-d p-acp pn31, av d po22 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2253 | Page 147 |
12643 | and yet to prepare for this, hath been the least part of many a mans life; | and yet to prepare for this, hath been the least part of many a men life; | cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp d, vhz vbn dt ds n1 pp-f d dt ng1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2253 | Page 147 |
12644 | and such is the security of some, that till Christ come, they will not Gird up themselves to this Work. SECT. XIII. COnsider the lamentable end of one who dies unready; | and such is the security of Some, that till christ come, they will not Gird up themselves to this Work. SECT. XIII. Consider the lamentable end of one who die unready; | cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cst p-acp np1 vvb, pns32 vmb xx vvi a-acp px32 p-acp d n1. n1. np1. vvb dt j n1 pp-f pi r-crq vvz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2253 | Page 147 |
12645 | Some (not all) the Lord leaves for terrors to the secure world, who Are as good as men risen from the dead, to tell men of the vanity of their sinful courses, who looking upon time past, they see that it is irrecoverably lost, | d (xx d) dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbr a-acp j c-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt j, pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2, r-crq vvg p-acp n1 j, pns32 vvb cst pn31 vbz av-j vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 | |
12646 | and past away as a dreame, and lost as a shadow; | and passed away as a dream, and lost as a shadow; | cc vvd av p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12647 | look upon time present, they feel their souls left naked, their accounts not made, an end come to all their hopes and comforts here, their body sick, their conscience trembling, | look upon time present, they feel their Souls left naked, their accounts not made, an end come to all their hope's and comforts Here, their body sick, their conscience trembling, | vvb p-acp n1 j, pns32 vvb po32 n2 vvd j, po32 n2 xx vvn, dt n1 vvb p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2 av, po32 n1 j, po32 n1 vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12648 | if not tearing, their hearts hard, God departed, the grave opened for their filthy carkasses, and Devils waiting for their secure soules; | if not tearing, their hearts hard, God departed, the grave opened for their filthy carcases, and Devils waiting for their secure Souls; | cs xx vvg, po32 n2 j, np1 vvd, dt n1 vvd p-acp po32 j n2, cc n2 vvg p-acp po32 j n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12649 | And now say such, What profit have I for all my vanity under the Sun? Look to time to come, there they see the Throne set, the Lord Jesus on it, their soules standing naked before him, whose grace was great toward them whiles they lived, | And now say such, What profit have I for all my vanity under the Sun? Look to time to come, there they see the Throne Set, the Lord jesus on it, their Souls standing naked before him, whose grace was great towards them while they lived, | cc av vvb d, q-crq n1 vhb pns11 p-acp d po11 n1 p-acp dt n1? n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, a-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 vvd, dt n1 np1 p-acp pn31, po32 n2 vvg j p-acp pno31, rg-crq n1 vbds j p-acp pno32 cs pns32 vvd, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12650 | but whose face now is a consuming fire; and they behold eternity, even that eternal black Gulf between them and the Lord; | but whose face now is a consuming fire; and they behold eternity, even that Eternal black Gulf between them and the Lord; | p-acp rg-crq n1 av vbz dt j-vvg n1; cc pns32 vvb n1, av cst j j-jn n1 p-acp pno32 cc dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12651 | and here they lie wishing they had taken their time, professing now their time is lost, beseeching others to take warning by them, desiring the prayers of others; | and Here they lie wishing they had taken their time, professing now their time is lost, beseeching Others to take warning by them, desiring the Prayers of Others; | cc av pns32 vvb vvg pns32 vhd vvn po32 n1, vvg av po32 n1 vbz vvn, vvg n2-jn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, vvg dt n2 pp-f n2-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12652 | but yet thinking though Noah and Samuel should stand before the Lord for them, there is no hope. | but yet thinking though Noah and Samuel should stand before the Lord for them, there is no hope. | cc-acp av vvg cs np1 cc np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbz dx n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12653 | Come and tell them, Do not cast away mercy, cast not away that blood, which is worthy to be gathered up by blessed Angels in Vessels of gold; | Come and tell them, Do not cast away mercy, cast not away that blood, which is worthy to be gathered up by blessed Angels in Vessels of gold; | np1 cc vvi pno32, vdb xx vvi av n1, vvd xx av d n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12654 | lament, and returne, and the Lord will to you; | lament, and return, and the Lord will to you; | vvb, cc vvi, cc dt n1 vmb p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12655 | what tell you me of repenting and believing? is a sick time, a fit time to repent in? but the Lord hath done great things for you, you have thought so, | what tell you me of repenting and believing? is a sick time, a fit time to Repent in? but the Lord hath done great things for you, you have Thought so, | q-crq vvb pn22 pno11 pp-f vvg cc vvg? vbz dt j n1, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp? p-acp dt n1 vhz vdn j n2 p-acp pn22, pn22 vhb vvn av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12656 | but there were such sins, or such a sin, I knew, you knew not; | but there were such Sins, or such a since, I knew, you knew not; | cc-acp pc-acp vbdr d n2, cc d dt n1, pns11 vvd, pn22 vvd xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12657 | I knew it, yet I loved it, I had indeed some lazy purposes to forsake it, | I knew it, yet I loved it, I had indeed Some lazy Purposes to forsake it, | pns11 vvd pn31, av pns11 vvd pn31, pns11 vhd av d j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12658 | but the Lord hath taken me in my seemings; but mercy is infinite; oh it's my torment; | but the Lord hath taken me in my seemings; but mercy is infinite; o it's my torment; | cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp po11 n2-vvg; cc-acp n1 vbz j; uh pn31|vbz po11 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12659 | I have seen an end of my sinnes, and now I feel the beginning of my torment; | I have seen an end of my Sins, and now I feel the beginning of my torment; | pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, cc av pns11 vvb dt n-vvg pp-f po11 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12660 | happy are they that die in the Lord, and thrice happy that make ready for the Lord. | happy Are they that die in the Lord, and thrice happy that make ready for the Lord. | j vbr pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av j cst vvb j p-acp dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2254 | Page 148 |
12661 | Consider thou hast but a short time to prepare in, |
Consider thou hast but a short time to prepare in, and the time will be then, | vvb pns21 vh2 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc dt n1 vmb vbi av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2255 | Page 148 |
12662 | when thou dost least think of it, Luke 12. 46. The Lords Arrows are now flying abroad; | when thou dost least think of it, Lycia 12. 46. The lords Arrows Are now flying abroad; | c-crq pns21 vd2 ds vvb pp-f pn31, av crd crd dt n2 n2 vbr av vvg av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2255 | Page 148 |
12663 | if you did think you should be next smitten down dead, you would prepare; but you think the Lord delayes his coming; | if you did think you should be next smitten down dead, you would prepare; but you think the Lord delays his coming; | cs pn22 vdd vvi pn22 vmd vbi ord vvn p-acp j, pn22 vmd vvi; cc-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 n2 po31 n-vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2255 | Page 148 |
12664 | Oh Remember, that time thou do'st least think of, Christ will come. If unready now, you will be much more unready next day; | O remember, that time thou dost least think of, christ will come. If unready now, you will be much more unready next day; | uh vvb, cst n1 pns21 vd2 ds vvb pp-f, np1 vmb vvi. cs j av, pn22 vmb vbi av-d av-dc j ord n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2255 | Page 148 |
12665 | grant thy time to be long; you will be the more unfit the longer you Delay; | vvb po21 n1 pc-acp vbi j; pn22 vmb vbi dt av-dc j dt av-jc pn22 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2256 | Page 148 | |
12666 | thou hast hinderances now, the longer thou livest, thou wilt have more and more; •y heart will be harder every day than other. SECT. XIV. | thou hast hindrances now, the longer thou Livest, thou wilt have more and more; •y heart will be harder every day than other. SECT. XIV. | pns21 vh2 n2 av, dt av-jc pns21 vv2, pns21 vm2 vhi dc cc av-dc; vvb n1 vmb vbi jc d n1 cs j-jn. n1. np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2256 | Page 148 |
12667 | PRay unto the Lord that he would prepare you, and fit you, give his Christ, | PRay unto the Lord that he would prepare you, and fit you, give his christ, | n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22, vvb po31 np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 148 |
12668 | and fulness of his Spirit unto you, Meanes 1. which you know the Lord will give to them that ask; | and fullness of his Spirit unto you, Means 1. which you know the Lord will give to them that ask; | cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn22, vvz crd r-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 148 |
12669 | for man like the Potters clay, is no more able to prepare himself for glory, than to appoint and elect himself thereunto. | for man like the Potters clay, is no more able to prepare himself for glory, than to appoint and elect himself thereunto. | p-acp n1 av-j dt ng1 n1, vbz dx av-dc j pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1, cs pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 148 |
12670 | Hence Psal. 10. 17. Rom. 9. 23. prepared to glory; therefore pray, not that prayer can move the Lord to it, | Hence Psalm 10. 17. Rom. 9. 23. prepared to glory; Therefore pray, not that prayer can move the Lord to it, | av np1 crd crd np1 crd crd vvd p-acp n1; av vvb, xx cst n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12671 | but because it is a means appointed of God to execute his eternal purposes of grace unto the Vessels of grace, Acts 9. 9, 11. Paul was three dayes mourning, | but Because it is a means appointed of God to execute his Eternal Purposes of grace unto the Vessels of grace, Acts 9. 9, 11. Paul was three days mourning, | cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz dt n2 vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, n2 crd crd, crd np1 vbds crd n2 vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12738 | pray, Oh thy love is sweet, but let thy will be so also. | pray, O thy love is sweet, but let thy will be so also. | vvb, uh po21 n1 vbz j, cc-acp vvb po21 n1 vbi av av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12673 | and ceaseth not, till the Lord sends Ananias that he might receive the Spirit, Verse 17. So say I to you, Time hath been thou hast not prayed, mornings, evenings, your sleep would not suffer you, | and ceases not, till the Lord sends Ananias that he might receive the Spirit, Verse 17. So say I to you, Time hath been thou hast not prayed, morning's, evenings, your sleep would not suffer you, | cc vvz xx, c-acp dt n1 vvz np1 cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1, vvb crd av vvb pns11 p-acp pn22, n1 vhz vbn pns21 vh2 xx vvn, n2, n2, po22 n1 vmd xx vvi pn22, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12674 | or if so, yet it hath been without mourning for living without Christ, abusing of Christ, | or if so, yet it hath been without mourning for living without christ, abusing of christ, | cc cs av, av pn31 vhz vbn p-acp n1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1, vvg pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12675 | and the sin of your nature; | and the since of your nature; | cc dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12676 | or if so, it hath been on•y by fits, and you could hold up your head againe, | or if so, it hath been on•y by fits, and you could hold up your head again, | cc cs av, pn31 vhz vbn j p-acp n2, cc pn22 vmd vvi a-acp po22 n1 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12677 | before God sends Anamias with a Message of peace, or that Message without the Spirit of grace; | before God sends Anamias with a Message of peace, or that Message without the Spirit of grace; | c-acp np1 vvz npg1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12678 | Are you now prepared? Oh no! oh therefore now begin this work; | are you now prepared? O no! o Therefore now begin this work; | vbr pn22 av vvn? uh uh uh av av vvi d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12679 | say, I am thy clay, Lord, and have been a broken unclean Vessel, unfit for any use, to hold any grace; | say, I am thy clay, Lord, and have been a broken unclean Vessel, unfit for any use, to hold any grace; | vvb, pns11 vbm po21 n1, n1, cc vhb vbn dt j-vvn j n1, j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12680 | if mercies come, I forget thee, and grow worse; if sickness, I am blockish; if Ordinances, I despise them; | if Mercies come, I forget thee, and grow Worse; if sickness, I am blockish; if Ordinances, I despise them; | cs n2 vvb, pns11 vvb pno21, cc vvb av-jc; cs n1, pns11 vbm j; cs n2, pns11 vvb pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12681 | if thou forsakest me, I forsake thee; if thou drawest neare to me, I resist thee; | if thou forsakest me, I forsake thee; if thou drawest near to me, I resist thee; | cs pns21 vv2 pno11, pns11 vvb pno21; cs pns21 vv2 av-j p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12682 | if Christ be offered, I reject him; if not, I presume, and turn his grace to wantonness; | if christ be offered, I reject him; if not, I presume, and turn his grace to wantonness; | cs np1 vbb vvn, pns11 vvb pno31; cs xx, pns11 vvb, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12683 | now Lord gather a broken Vessel; if I live, I shall still sin; if I die, I shall blaspheme; | now Lord gather a broken Vessel; if I live, I shall still sin; if I die, I shall Blaspheme; | av n1 vvb dt j-vvn n1; cs pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb av vvi; cs pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12684 | if I forsake acts of sin, yet lusts of sin remaine; if they be quenched, yet my polluted nature remaines not cleansed; and the guilt cries; | if I forsake acts of since, yet Lustiest of since remain; if they be quenched, yet my polluted nature remains not cleansed; and the guilt cries; | cs pns11 vvb n2 pp-f n1, av n2 pp-f n1 vvi; cs pns32 vbb vvn, av po11 j-vvn n1 vvz xx vvn; cc dt n1 vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12685 | Now Lord undertake for me, begin thou the work, and take the glory; and here mourn till the Lord comes; | Now Lord undertake for me, begin thou the work, and take the glory; and Here mourn till the Lord comes; | av n1 vvi p-acp pno11, vvb pns21 dt n1, cc vvb dt n1; cc av vvi p-acp dt n1 vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12686 | know the worth, and prize the presence of the Spirit, and then pray, Iohn 14. 16. The world cannot receive it, | know the worth, and prize the presence of the Spirit, and then pray, John 14. 16. The world cannot receive it, | vvb dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvb, np1 crd crd dt n1 vmbx vvi pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12687 | because they know it not, with Iohn 4. 10. Sacrifice is unfit to be offered, till by shedding blood, life is taken away. | Because they know it not, with John 4. 10. Sacrifice is unfit to be offered, till by shedding blood, life is taken away. | c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 xx, p-acp np1 crd crd n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp p-acp vvg n1, n1 vbz vvn av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2257 | Page 149 |
12688 | Be very watchful over your hearts, that they grow not too gentle, and handle tenderly sinnes arising after faith, Meanes 2. and profession of your interest in Iesus Christ, sins of the second growth; | Be very watchful over your hearts, that they grow not too gentle, and handle tenderly Sins arising After faith, Means 2. and profession of your Interest in Iesus christ, Sins of the second growth; | vbb av j p-acp po22 n2, cst pns32 vvb xx av j, cc vvi av-j n2 vvg p-acp n1, vvz crd cc n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp np1 np1, n2 pp-f dt ord n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12689 | some sins grow up before profession, as all manner of ignorance, and hardness, and lasciviousness, and vanity; | Some Sins grow up before profession, as all manner of ignorance, and hardness, and lasciviousness, and vanity; | d n2 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, c-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12690 | now many grow terrified for these, and comforted by the Gospel against these, and now peace is made; | now many grow terrified for these, and comforted by the Gospel against these, and now peace is made; | av d vvb vvn p-acp d, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, cc av n1 vbz vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12691 | Oh but there are some mens natures like some fields, which when they are mowen and weeded, | O but there Are Some men's nature's like Some fields, which when they Are mowen and weeded, | uh cc-acp a-acp vbr d ng2 n2 av-j d n2, r-crq c-crq pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12692 | yet they have a second growth; | yet they have a second growth; | av pns32 vhb dt ord n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12693 | it may be as with other kinde of Weeds, you may never fall to those sins you lived in once; | it may be as with other kind of Weeds, you may never fallen to those Sins you lived in once; | pn31 vmb vbi a-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n2, pn22 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d n2 pn22 vvd p-acp a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12694 | but other sins more close, more spiritual; | but other Sins more close, more spiritual; | cc-acp j-jn n2 av-dc j, av-dc j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12758 | Thou art it may be yet in many respects unready. |
Thou art it may be yet in many respects unready. As | pns21 n1 pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp d n2 j. p-acp | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2273 | Page 151 |
12695 | like the House Luke 11. 24. swept and emptied, but seven other spirits worse than the former, may at last enter in; | like the House Lycia 11. 24. swept and emptied, but seven other spirits Worse than the former, may At last enter in; | av-j dt n1 av crd crd vvn cc vvn, cc-acp crd j-jn n2 jc cs dt j, vmb p-acp ord vvi p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12696 | Oh take heed of these, for they will make your latter end miserable; you know habitations of Satan, are not fit mansions for the Spirit of Christ; | O take heed of these, for they will make your latter end miserable; you know habitations of Satan, Are not fit mansions for the Spirit of christ; | uh vvb n1 pp-f d, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi po22 d n1 j; pn22 vvb n2 pp-f np1, vbr xx j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12697 | you know Vessels not only of Wood, but of Gold, if filthy and poysoned, are unfit for Princes use till cleansed; | you know Vessels not only of Wood, but of Gold, if filthy and poisoned, Are unfit for Princes use till cleansed; | pn22 vvb n2 xx av-j pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1, cs j cc j-vvn, vbr j p-acp ng1 n1 c-acp vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12698 | and look through all the Scriptures on the faces of the best hypocrites, you shall finde some filth growing up after their Profession, | and look through all the Scriptures on the faces of the best Hypocrites, you shall find Some filth growing up After their Profession, | cc vvb p-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt js n2, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 vvg a-acp p-acp po32 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12699 | or together with it, like blood and sacrifice mixt together, Matth. 7. 23. Luke 13. 27. Not those that have iniquity, but those that work it; | or together with it, like blood and sacrifice mixed together, Matthew 7. 23. Lycia 13. 27. Not those that have iniquity, but those that work it; | cc av p-acp pn31, j n1 cc n1 vvn av, np1 crd crd av crd crd xx d cst vhb n1, cc-acp d cst vvb pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12700 | not those that work against it, and are destroyers of it by little and little, but workers of it. | not those that work against it, and Are destroyers of it by little and little, but workers of it. | xx d cst vvb p-acp pn31, cc vbr n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp j cc j, cc-acp n2 pp-f pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2258 | Page 149 |
12701 | If you ask me, what these sins be? I answer, These tares, and choaking Thornes, | If you ask me, what these Sins be? I answer, These tares, and choking Thorns, | cs pn22 vvb pno11, r-crq d n2 vbi? pns11 vvb, d n2, cc j-vvg n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2259 | Page 149 |
12702 | as they are sown, and grown whiles you be asleep, so they may be seen when they are grown up, | as they Are sown, and grown while you be asleep, so they may be seen when they Are grown up, | c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, cc vvn cs pn22 vbb j, av pns32 vmb vbi vvn c-crq pns32 vbr vvn a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2259 | Page 149 |
12703 | if you walk in your fields, and meditate on your hearts. I'le only name some. 1. Pride, affecting some excellency above others, and thinking your self some body. | if you walk in your fields, and meditate on your hearts. I'll only name Some. 1. Pride, affecting Some excellency above Others, and thinking your self Some body. | cs pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2. pns11|vmb av-j vvi d. crd n1, vvg d n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc vvg po22 n1 d n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2259 | Page 149 |
12704 | 2. Spiritual fulness, and secret loathing of Ordinances, when men are clogged with them. | 2. Spiritual fullness, and secret loathing of Ordinances, when men Are clogged with them. | crd j n1, cc j-jn n-vvg pp-f n2, c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2261 | Page 150 |
12705 | 3. Despising known truths (which like flowers, were notwithstanding sweet at first gathering) either concerning your misery, or Christ: | 3. Despising known truths (which like flowers, were notwithstanding sweet At First gathering) either Concerning your misery, or christ: | crd vvg vvn n2 (r-crq av-j n2, vbdr a-acp j p-acp ord j-vvg) d vvg po22 n1, cc np1: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2262 | Page 150 |
12706 | if the Gospel were preacht to the ignorant, they would take heaven with violence; | if the Gospel were preached to the ignorant, they would take heaven with violence; | cs dt n1 vbdr vvd p-acp dt j, pns32 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2262 | Page 150 |
12707 | but thy soul now is not moved, and the messengers of God that bring them, despised, | but thy soul now is not moved, and the messengers of God that bring them, despised, | cc-acp po21 n1 av vbz xx vvn, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vvb pno32, vvd, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2262 | Page 150 |
12708 | as Galatia and Corinth did Paul. 4. A spirit of contention with good people. | as Galatia and Corinth did Paul. 4. A Spirit of contention with good people. | c-acp np1 cc np1 vdd np1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2262 | Page 150 |
12709 | Now you cannot bear unkindnesses, and they offend you, &c. Alexander at first stood for Paul, and he opposeth Paul to his face at last. | Now you cannot bear Unkindnesses, and they offend you, etc. Alexander At First stood for Paul, and he Opposeth Paul to his face At last. | av pn22 vmbx vvi n2, cc pns32 vvb pn22, av np1 p-acp ord vvd p-acp np1, cc pns31 vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp ord. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2263 | Page 150 |
12710 | 5. Boldness to 〈 ◊ 〉 in small matters commonly without sorrow, begot by counterfeit assurance of Gods love. | 5. Boldness to 〈 ◊ 〉 in small matters commonly without sorrow, begotten by counterfeit assurance of God's love. | crd n1 pc-acp 〈 sy 〉 p-acp j n2 av-j p-acp n1, vvn p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2264 | Page 150 |
12711 | 6. Seeking of God in Ordinances, and working of iniquity out of them; fits men have of good affections, but healthful constitutions of bad ones. | 6. Seeking of God in Ordinances, and working of iniquity out of them; fits men have of good affections, but healthful constitutions of bad ones. | crd vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n2, cc vvg pp-f n1 av pp-f pno32; vvz n2 vhb pp-f j n2, cc-acp j n2 pp-f j pi2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2265 | Page 150 |
12712 | 7. Thinking you are indeed what you would be, and yet indeed would not be: | 7. Thinking you Are indeed what you would be, and yet indeed would not be: | crd vvg pn22 vbr av r-crq pn22 vmd vbi, cc av av vmd xx vbi: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2266 | Page 150 |
12713 | There be other sins, but these are some of the most special which I shall now mention; | There be other Sins, but these Are Some of the most special which I shall now mention; | pc-acp vbi j-jn n2, cc-acp d vbr d pp-f dt av-ds j r-crq pns11 vmb av vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2266 | Page 150 |
12714 | take heed of letting these grow, or dealing gently with them; | take heed of letting these grow, or dealing gently with them; | vvb n1 pp-f vvg d vvi, cc vvg av-j p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2266 | Page 150 |
12715 | for Saints may feel these, but they put their hook to the roots of these Weeds, | for Saints may feel these, but they put their hook to the roots of these Weeds, | c-acp n2 vmb vvi d, cc-acp pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2266 | Page 150 |
12716 | and would faine pull them quite up; | and would feign pull them quite up; | cc vmd av-j vvi pno32 av a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2266 | Page 150 |
12717 | but if you deal gently, (as David with the young Absolom ) and think God must do all, I cannot part with them; | but if you deal gently, (as David with the young Absalom) and think God must do all, I cannot part with them; | cc-acp cs pn22 vvb av-j, (c-acp np1 p-acp dt j np1) cc vvb np1 vmb vdi d, pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2266 | Page 150 |
12718 | and hence you give way to them; | and hence you give Way to them; | cc av pn22 vvb n1 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2266 | Page 150 |
12719 | and though there be these sins, yet I have many good signes and promises too I shall be saved; | and though there be these Sins, yet I have many good Signs and promises too I shall be saved; | cc cs pc-acp vbb d n2, av pns11 vhb d j n2 cc n2 av pns11 vmb vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2266 | Page 150 |
12720 | and so long as they cannot destroy my soule, what though they grow in my soul? You perish (1 Cor. 9. 26, 27.) if thus it be with you. | and so long as they cannot destroy my soul, what though they grow in my soul? You perish (1 Cor. 9. 26, 27.) if thus it be with you. | cc av av-j c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi po11 n1, r-crq cs pns32 vvb p-acp po11 n1? pn22 vvb (vvd np1 crd crd, crd) cs av pn31 vbb p-acp pn22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2266 | Page 150 |
12721 | Take heed you do not run away with such comforts arising from your feeding upon the promise and person of Christ, |
Take heed you do not run away with such comforts arising from your feeding upon the promise and person of christ, without refr•shing the soul also with the good Will and Commands of christ; | vvb n1 pn22 vdb xx vvi av p-acp d n2 vvg p-acp po22 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg dt n1 av p-acp dt j n1 cc vvz pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12722 | do not think your selves ready to enjoy Christ, when his promise, person, and love is sweet, (which is good) but his will is bitter, | do not think your selves ready to enjoy christ, when his promise, person, and love is sweet, (which is good) but his will is bitter, | vdb xx vvi po22 n2 j pc-acp vvi np1, c-crq po31 n1, n1, cc n1 vbz j, (r-crq vbz j) p-acp po31 n1 vbz j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12723 | and a burden to thy soul, even thy whole soul, (I know 'tis so to the •nregenerate part of godly men) for such men there be, 1 Iohn 1. 6. To the Saints, Christs love is sweet, | and a burden to thy soul, even thy Whole soul, (I know it's so to the •nregenerate part of godly men) for such men there be, 1 John 1. 6. To the Saints, Christ love is sweet, | cc dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, av po21 j-jn n1, (pns11 vvb pn31|vbz av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2) p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi, crd np1 crd crd p-acp dt n2, npg1 n1 vbz j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12724 | and promise sweet, and therefore his Will, his Work. | and promise sweet, and Therefore his Will, his Work. | cc vvb j, cc av po31 n1, po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12725 | Iohn 4. 34. — Bread you know not of, to do the Will of him that sent me, and to finish it; | John 4. 34. — Bred you know not of, to do the Will of him that sent me, and to finish it; | np1 crd crd — n1 pn22 vvb xx pp-f, pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pno11, cc pc-acp vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12726 | so it is their food to do the Will of him that loves them, and to finish it; | so it is their food to do the Will of him that loves them, and to finish it; | av pn31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12727 | If a man is to remove from one Countrey to another, and he cannot live upon the Bread of the Countrey, | If a man is to remove from one Country to Another, and he cannot live upon the Bred of the Country, | cs dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, cc pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12728 | nor water where he goes, he is then unfit for such a Journey, because he cannot live upon the bread of it. | nor water where he Goes, he is then unfit for such a Journey, Because he cannot live upon the bred of it. | ccx n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vbz av j p-acp d dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12729 | Now what is that which feeds the life of Saints in glory? not only Christ, | Now what is that which feeds the life of Saints in glory? not only christ, | av q-crq vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1? xx av-j np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12730 | but living unto Christ, to be perfected under the Government and Kingdom of Christ; | but living unto christ, to be perfected under the Government and Kingdom of christ; | cc-acp vvg p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12731 | can you live upon this now in part, and the first fruits of it? if you can, know it is then prepared for thee, and thou for it; | can you live upon this now in part, and the First fruits of it? if you can, know it is then prepared for thee, and thou for it; | vmb pn22 vvi p-acp d av p-acp n1, cc dt ord n2 pp-f pn31? cs pn22 vmb, vvb pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp pno21, cc pns21 p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12732 | if not, but you live (as you say ▪) upon the present sweet of the promise; | if not, but you live (as you say ▪) upon the present sweet of the promise; | cs xx, cc-acp pn22 vvb (c-acp pn22 vvb ▪) p-acp dt j j pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12733 | nay, it may be upon the thoughts of old comforts; but to do the Will of Christ, is death, not life to you; | nay, it may be upon the thoughts of old comforts; but to do the Will of christ, is death, not life to you; | uh-x, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2; cc-acp pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz n1, xx n1 p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12734 | and it is meerly your task for wages, to do his Will, not part of your Inheritance, you are unfit to be with Christ; | and it is merely your task for wages, to do his Will, not part of your Inheritance, you Are unfit to be with christ; | cc pn31 vbz av-j po22 n1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vdi po31 n1, xx n1 pp-f po22 n1, pn22 vbr j pc-acp vbi p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12735 | Acts 21. 13. Why break you my heart? (saith Paul ) I am ready to die for the sake of Christ, and to do much more; | Acts 21. 13. Why break you my heart? (Says Paul) I am ready to die for the sake of christ, and to do much more; | vvz crd crd q-crq vvb pn22 po11 n1? (vvz np1) pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vdi d dc; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12736 | So think thus, Was Paul ready to die, and I not ready to do? my heart loaths thy Commands Lord; | So think thus, Was Paul ready to die, and I not ready to do? my heart Loathes thy Commands Lord; | av vvb av, vbds np1 j pc-acp vvi, cc pns11 xx j pc-acp vdi? po11 n1 vvz po21 vvz n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12737 | but what the Law makes heavy, the Gospel makes sweet; for thy sake, Lord, I love thy will; | but what the Law makes heavy, the Gospel makes sweet; for thy sake, Lord, I love thy will; | cc-acp q-crq dt n1 vvz j, dt n1 vvz j; p-acp po21 n1, n1, pns11 vvb po21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2267 | Page 150 |
12739 | Labour to grow poor in spirit, that when you cannot honour the Lords Will, |
Labour to grow poor in Spirit, that when you cannot honour the lords Will, yet you may be gathering som•thing out of all Sins and Weaknesses, to honour God's grace; | n1 pc-acp vvi j p-acp n1, cst c-crq pn22 vmbx vvi dt n2 vmb, av pn22 vmb vbi vvg n1 av pp-f d n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi npg1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12740 | the glory of grace is the last end; those that be prepared for it, shall enjoy it; | the glory of grace is the last end; those that be prepared for it, shall enjoy it; | dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt ord n1; d cst vbb vvn p-acp pn31, vmb vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12741 | Who are those? The poore, who when they see they have lost their lives, their soules, their comforts, in not doing his Will, which is bitter to them, | Who Are those? The poor, who when they see they have lost their lives, their Souls, their comforts, in not doing his Will, which is bitter to them, | q-crq vbr d? dt j, r-crq c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, p-acp xx vdg png31 n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12742 | yet the Lord shall not lose the honour of his grace, Psalme 74. 21. The poor will be thankful; | yet the Lord shall not loose the honour of his grace, Psalm 74. 21. The poor will be thankful; | av dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 crd crd dt j vmb vbi j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12743 | What doth Paul, that Vessel of grace, Persecutor, Blasphemer, but a Saint, now say? Oh but the least of them; but he was an Apostle; | What does Paul, that Vessel of grace, Persecutor, Blasphemer, but a Saint, now say? O but the least of them; but he was an Apostle; | q-crq vdz np1, cst n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, cc-acp dt n1, av vvb? uh p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32; cc-acp pns31 vbds dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12744 | but I deserve not that name, but yet he is received to mercy; 'tis very true, yet never such an example, as he thinks; | but I deserve not that name, but yet he is received to mercy; it's very true, yet never such an Exampl, as he thinks; | cc-acp pns11 vvb xx d n1, cc-acp av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1; pn31|vbz av j, av av-x d dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12745 | and therefore saith he To the King immutable, &c. when Iacob had seen the Lord, Gen. 26. ult. if he shall give me food and rayment, he shall be my God ( i. e. I shall then magnifie him; | and Therefore Says he To the King immutable, etc. when Iacob had seen the Lord, Gen. 26. ult. if he shall give me food and raiment, he shall be my God (i. e. I shall then magnify him; | cc av vvz pns31 p-acp dt n1 j, av c-crq np1 vhd vvn dt n1, np1 crd n1. cs pns31 vmb vvi pno11 n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vbi po11 np1 (pns11. sy. pns11 vmb av vvi pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12746 | he having said he would be so before, and he had it in plenty; So say, If the Lord shall pity, pardon, I shall then give all to him, | he having said he would be so before, and he had it in plenty; So say, If the Lord shall pity, pardon, I shall then give all to him, | pns31 vhg vvn pns31 vmd vbi av a-acp, cc pns31 vhd pn31 p-acp n1; av vvb, cs dt n1 vmb vvi, vvb, pns11 vmb av vvi d p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12747 | if I had a thousand hearts, tongues; truly as Psalme 40. ult. The Lord now thinketh on you; | if I had a thousand hearts, tongues; truly as Psalm 40. ult. The Lord now Thinketh on you; | cs pns11 vhd dt crd n2, n2; av-j c-acp n1 crd n1. dt n1 av vvz p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12748 | When a Servant hath spent and lost his Masters estate, and he is to give up an Account, | When a Servant hath spent and lost his Masters estate, and he is to give up an Account, | c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn cc vvd po31 ng1 n1, cc pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt vvb, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12749 | truly then he may give it with comfort, when as he gaines one way abundantly, though he loseth another, and makes the best gaines; so here. SECT. XV. 2. TO those who are ready, but yet not so ready as is meet. | truly then he may give it with Comfort, when as he gains one Way abundantly, though he loses Another, and makes the best gains; so Here. SECT. XV. 2. TO those who Are ready, but yet not so ready as is meet. | av-j av pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1, c-crq c-acp pns31 vvz crd n1 av-j, cs pns31 vvz j-jn, cc vvz dt js n2; av av. n1. crd. crd p-acp d r-crq vbr j, cc-acp av xx av j c-acp vbz j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2268 | Page 151 |
12750 | The Lord hath given you warning to prepare, by some sharp afflictions on thy self, | The Lord hath given you warning to prepare, by Some sharp afflictions on thy self, | dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp d j n2 p-acp po21 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2270 | Page 151 |
12751 | or by the death of thy friends, |
or by the death of thy Friends, or by secret fears of thine own heart, thy time is not many hands breadth longer; | cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cc p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f po21 d n1, po21 n1 vbz xx d n2 n1 av-jc; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2270 | Page 151 |
12752 | and it may be this shall be the Funeral Sermon of some of you; | and it may be this shall be the Funeral Sermon of Some of you; | cc pn31 vmb vbi d vmb vbi dt n1 n1 pp-f d pp-f pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2270 | Page 151 |
12753 | you have been flying like Bees abroad in the world to gather your honey, and the Lord ha•h been smoaking of you, | you have been flying like Bees abroad in the world to gather your honey, and the Lord ha•h been smoking of you, | pn22 vhb vbn vvg j n2 av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n1, cc dt n1 vhz vbn vvg pp-f pn22, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2270 | Page 151 |
12754 | and that in your own Hive; you have thought to dwell long in Tabernacles; the Lord hath let it fall to decayes, and repaires it not again. | and that in your own Hive; you have Thought to dwell long in Tabernacles; the Lord hath let it fallen to decays, and repairs it not again. | cc cst p-acp po22 d n1; pn22 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n2; dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 vvi p-acp n2, cc vvz pn31 xx av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2270 | Page 151 |
12755 | If you live unready, it may be the Lord will try you with some sore conflict, |
If you live unready, it may be the Lord will try you with Some soar conflict, with fears of death, and terrors of darkness; | cs pn22 vvb j, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d j n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2271 | Page 151 |
12756 | and all your preparation is too little for your combate then. The place of glory is made ready for you; | and all your preparation is too little for your combat then. The place of glory is made ready for you; | cc d po22 n1 vbz av j c-acp po22 n1 av. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn j p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2271 | Page 151 |
12757 | how shall I so unholy, see God? |
how shall I so unholy, see God? christ is there John 14. 3. waiting for thee, longing After thee. | q-crq vmb pns11 av j, vvb np1? np1 vbz a-acp np1 crd crd vvg p-acp pno21, vvg p-acp pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2272 | Page 151 |
12759 | 1. Not yet planted in the House and Church of God, not yet gathered to communion of Christ in his Saints on earth. | 1. Not yet planted in the House and Church of God, not yet gathered to communion of christ in his Saints on earth. | crd xx av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, xx av vvn p-acp n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2274 | Page 151 |
12760 | I know men may have just reasons to deferre; but if they have none, I would be loth to die in their room; | I know men may have just Reasons to defer; but if they have none, I would be loath to die in their room; | pns11 vvb n2 vmb vhi j n2 pc-acp vvi; cc-acp cs pns32 vhb pix, pns11 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2274 | Page 151 |
12761 | Hezekiah, Isa. 38. ult. Psalme 26. 8. I have loved the habitation of thy House; Oh gather not my soule with the wicked. | Hezekiah, Isaiah 38. ult. Psalm 26. 8. I have loved the habitation of thy House; O gather not my soul with the wicked. | np1, np1 crd n1. n1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; uh vvb xx po11 n1 p-acp dt j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2274 | Page 151 |
12762 | I am perswaded, some deare to Christ linger here, and you cannot finde this not that saving good in your selves, you say; | I am persuaded, Some deer to christ linger Here, and you cannot find this not that Saving good in your selves, you say; | pns11 vbm vvn, d j-jn p-acp np1 vvb av, cc pn22 vmbx vvi d xx cst vvg j p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2274 | Page 151 |
12763 | I had rather hear one mourn for emptiness, than boast of his grace. | I had rather hear one mourn for emptiness, than boast of his grace. | pns11 vhd av-c vvi pi vvi p-acp n1, cs n1 pp-f po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2274 | Page 151 |
12764 | 2. There are many sinnes not yet mourned sufficiently for, in daye of youth, and in a secure condition; in heaven is no mourning; | 2. There Are many Sins not yet mourned sufficiently for, in day of youth, and in a secure condition; in heaven is no mourning; | crd pc-acp vbr d n2 xx av vvn av-j p-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt j n1; p-acp n1 vbz dx n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2275 | Page 152 |
12765 | oh therefore take time now, for want of this grace is not so sweet. | o Therefore take time now, for want of this grace is not so sweet. | uh av vvb n1 av, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 vbz xx av j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2275 | Page 152 |
12766 | 3. It may be some main duty is neglected to the souls of them, whom thou hast a charge of, | 3. It may be Some main duty is neglected to the Souls of them, whom thou hast a charge of, | crd pn31 vmb vbi d j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32, ro-crq pns21 vh2 dt n1 pp-f, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2276 | Page 152 |
12767 | as not Ca•echising thy family, children not careful for their souls. | as not Ca•echising thy family, children not careful for their Souls. | c-acp xx n-vvg po21 n1, n2 xx j p-acp po32 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2276 | Page 152 |
12768 | 4. It may be thou hast been little in prayer for the Churches (though for thy family and children) which is usually the last work of the Saints; | 4. It may be thou hast been little in prayer for the Churches (though for thy family and children) which is usually the last work of the Saints; | crd pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vh2 vbn j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 (cs p-acp po21 n1 cc n2) r-crq vbz av-j dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2277 | Page 152 |
12769 | there's no praying for them in Heaven; | there's no praying for them in Heaven; | pc-acp|vbz dx vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2277 | Page 152 |
12770 | as Christ at the end of his life like a Priest shed blood, and prayed for them, | as christ At the end of his life like a Priest shed blood, and prayed for them, | c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-j dt n1 vvn n1, cc vvd p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2277 | Page 152 |
12771 | so Saints are made Priests to God and Christ: | so Saints Are made Priests to God and christ: | av n2 vbr vvn n2 p-acp np1 cc np1: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2277 | Page 152 |
12772 | 5. It may be thy house is not yet set in order, nor thy Will made, Reckonings between men not yet set right and even, | 5. It may be thy house is not yet Set in order, nor thy Will made, Reckonings between men not yet Set right and even, | crd pn31 vmb vbi po21 n1 vbz xx av vvn p-acp n1, ccx po21 n1 vvd, n2-vvg p-acp n2 xx av vvi j-jn cc j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2278 | Page 152 |
12773 | and then there is Quarrels when thou art Dead, and trouble when you dye. | and then there is Quarrels when thou art Dead, and trouble when you die. | cc av pc-acp vbz n2 c-crq pns21 vb2r j, cc vvb c-crq pn22 vvb. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2278 | Page 152 |
12774 | 6. It may be thou art grown secure, and art lost, and driven away, and many wrinckles be on thy face and heart, &c. you cannot say with Paul, 2 Tim. 4. That you have fought, &c. but are rather at truce with sin; | 6. It may be thou art grown secure, and art lost, and driven away, and many wrinkles be on thy face and heart, etc. you cannot say with Paul, 2 Tim. 4. That you have fought, etc. but Are rather At truce with since; | crd pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vb2r vvn j, cc vb2r vvn, cc vvn av, cc d n2 vbb p-acp po21 n1 cc n1, av pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp np1, crd np1 crd cst pn22 vhb vvn, av p-acp vbr av p-acp n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2279 | Page 152 |
12775 | you run not, but have slipt, and fallen down, and so lost all. SECT. XVI. THerefore to help here in this readiness, |
you run not, but have slipped, and fallen down, and so lost all. SECT. XVI. Therefore to help Here in this readiness, Get a heart more loosened and weaned from the world. | pn22 vvb xx, cc-acp vhb vvn, cc vvn a-acp, cc av vvd d. n1. np1. av pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n1, vvb dt n1 av-dc j-vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2279 | Page 152 |
12776 | Solomon he did launch out his heart herein too far; not in Epicurisme, but Eccles. 2. 3. applying his heart to wisdome all this time; | Solomon he did launch out his heart herein too Far; not in Epicurism, but Eccles. 2. 3. applying his heart to Wisdom all this time; | np1 pns31 vdd vvi av po31 n1 av av av-j; xx p-acp n1, cc-acp np1 crd crd vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1 d d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2280 | Page 152 |
12777 | so may you, and be unready; How? I cannot, but God will teach it you by affliction. | so may you, and be unready; How? I cannot, but God will teach it you by affliction. | av vmb pn22, cc vbi j; q-crq? pns11 vmbx, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi pn31 pn22 p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2280 | Page 152 |
12778 | Psalme 39. 6, 7. You are Sojourners here with God, as all your Fathers; there's nothing proper, nothing long to be enjoyed. | Psalm 39. 6, 7. You Are Sojourners Here with God, as all your Father's; there's nothing proper, nothing long to be enjoyed. | n1 crd crd, crd pn22 vbr n2 av p-acp np1, c-acp d po22 n2; pc-acp|vbz pix j, pix av-j pc-acp vbi vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2280 | Page 152 |
12779 | Own the Lord Iesus; he is yours, Meanes 2. but you own him not; as Simeon came to the Temple and there found him, and there blest God; | Own the Lord Iesus; he is yours, Means 2. but you own him not; as Simeon Come to the Temple and there found him, and there blessed God; | d dt n1 np1; pns31 vbz png22, vvz crd p-acp pn22 vvi pno31 xx; p-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc a-acp vvd pno31, cc a-acp vvn np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12781 | hath the Lord stirred up unutterable sighings, and groanings, and mournings, (you think (it may be) if Christ was present, you would not doubt of answer) and they continue still, | hath the Lord stirred up unutterable sighings, and groanings, and mournings, (you think (it may be) if christ was present, you would not doubt of answer) and they continue still, | vhz dt n1 vvd a-acp j n2-vvg, cc n2-vvg, cc n2, (pn22 vvb (pn31 vmb vbi) cs np1 vbds j, pn22 vmd xx vvi pp-f n1) cc pns32 vvb av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12782 | and do you think Christ is hard-hearted? hath the Lord come to thee in the Temple, | and do you think christ is hardhearted? hath the Lord come to thee in the Temple, | cc vdb pn22 vvi np1 vbz j? vhz dt n1 vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12783 | and manifested his love by his own promise, sure, and faithful, and wilt thou not yet own him? hast had, | and manifested his love by his own promise, sure, and faithful, and wilt thou not yet own him? haste had, | cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, j, cc j, cc vm2 pns21 xx av vvi pno31? n1 vhd, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12784 | and hast now the first fruition of the Spirit, and wilt not yet own him? and art afraid to go to him, | and hast now the First fruition of the Spirit, and wilt not yet own him? and art afraid to go to him, | cc vh2 av dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vm2 xx av vvi pno31? cc n1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12785 | when others are in glory that trod in thy steps? Oh be humbled for it; | when Others Are in glory that trod in thy steps? O be humbled for it; | c-crq n2-jn vbr p-acp n1 cst vvd p-acp po21 n2? uh vbb vvn p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12786 | I know there is nothing which makes thee feare it, but a Rebellious vile heart, and nature; | I know there is nothing which makes thee Fear it, but a Rebellious vile heart, and nature; | pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz pix r-crq vvz pno21 vvb pn31, cc-acp dt j j n1, cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12787 | and can the Lord love such a one? Yes, such a one, if he mournes under it, Rom. 7. 24. Isa•. 57. 18, 19. The Lord will create peace; | and can the Lord love such a one? Yes, such a one, if he mourns under it, Rom. 7. 24. Isa•. 57. 18, 19. The Lord will create peace; | cc vmb dt n1 vvb d dt pi? uh, d dt pi, cs pns31 vvz p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd np1. crd crd, crd dt n1 vmb vvi n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12788 | he hath seen thy wayes, and he•will heale them; | he hath seen thy ways, and he•will heal them; | pns31 vhz vvn po21 n2, cc n1 vvi pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12789 | And when you have him thus, own him daily, keep your peace, do nothing which may make you lose boldness in prayer, | And when you have him thus, own him daily, keep your peace, do nothing which may make you loose boldness in prayer, | cc c-crq pn22 vhb pno31 av, d pno31 av-j, vvb po22 n1, vdb pix q-crq vmb vvi pn22 vvb n1 p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12790 | and therefore reckon daily with him; and Remember, the promise stands, when feelings are lost. Object. But I can do but little for him. | and Therefore reckon daily with him; and remember, the promise Stands, when feelings Are lost. Object. But I can do but little for him. | cc av vvb av-j p-acp pno31; cc vvb, dt n1 vvz, c-crq n2 vbr vvn. n1. cc-acp pns11 vmb vdi p-acp j c-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2281 | Page 152 |
12791 | Answ. True, Isa. 64. 6. Thou the Lords clay, his Vessel, though of little publique use, | Answer True, Isaiah 64. 6. Thou the lords clay, his Vessel, though of little public use, | np1 j, np1 crd crd pns21 dt ng1 n1, po31 n1, cs pp-f j j n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2283 | Page 152 |
12792 | yet in thy place do what thou canst for Christ Jesus. | yet in thy place do what thou Canst for christ jesus. | av p-acp po21 n1 vdb r-crq pns21 vm2 p-acp np1 np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2283 | Page 152 |
12793 | Servants, Masters, Members, Rich, Poore, bestirre your selves For Christ, you shall lose nothing by it, &c. VERSE 10. The Door was shut. | Servants, Masters, Members, Rich, Poor, Bestir your selves For christ, you shall loose nothing by it, etc. VERSE 10. The Door was shut. | ng1, n2, n2, j, j, vvb po22 n2 p-acp np1, pn22 vmb vvi pix p-acp pn31, av vvb crd dt n1 vbds vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2283 | Page 153 |
12794 | IN these words is set down the consequent of that which immediately followed the Wise Virgins gracious entertainment with Christ; | IN these words is Set down the consequent of that which immediately followed the Wise Virgins gracious entertainment with christ; | p-acp d n2 vbz vvn a-acp dt j pp-f d r-crq av-j vvd dt j ng1 j n1 p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2284 | Page 153 |
12795 | the door was shut, by which is signified the exclusion of the foolish from the fellowship of Christ; | the door was shut, by which is signified the exclusion of the foolish from the fellowship of christ; | dt n1 vbds vvn, p-acp r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2284 | Page 153 |
12796 | as also the greatness of Christs love to the wise, opening the door of glory unto them; | as also the greatness of Christ love to the wise, opening the door of glory unto them; | c-acp av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt j, vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2284 | Page 153 |
12797 | and when they are gathered, shutting the door against every one else. Hence Observe, | and when they Are gathered, shutting the door against every one Else. Hence Observe, | cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, vvg dt n1 p-acp d crd av. av vvb, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2284 | Page 153 |
12798 | That the endeared love of Christ to his Elect, doth much appear in this, Observ. 1. In opening the door of glory unto them, | That the endeared love of christ to his Elect, does much appear in this, Observation 1. In opening the door of glory unto them, | cst dt vvn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, vdz d vvi p-acp d, np1 crd p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2286 | Page 153 |
12799 | and shutting it against others of great esteem and name in the Church of God; for this is one Scope of the words, Gen. 7. 16. To open the Kingdome of Heaven to all the world, and save all, would be great love in the eyes of the Sai•ts; | and shutting it against Others of great esteem and name in the Church of God; for this is one Scope of the words, Gen. 7. 16. To open the Kingdom of Heaven to all the world, and save all, would be great love in the eyes of the Sai•ts; | cc vvg pn31 p-acp n2-jn pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp d vbz crd n1 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc vvi d, vmd vbi j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2286 | Page 153 |
12800 | but to save them, and condemne others; | but to save them, and condemn Others; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi n2-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2287 | Page 153 |
12801 | to receive them, and ex•lude others, and that of great name and esteem, Virgins, this sets out the Lords love exceedingly; | to receive them, and ex•lude Others, and that of great name and esteem, Virgins, this sets out the lords love exceedingly; | pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi n2-jn, cc d pp-f j n1 cc n1, n2, d vvz av dt n2 vvb av-vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2287 | Page 153 |
12802 | Christs distinguishing, separating love, is his great love, Mat. 11. 25. If we consider the multitude of the one, |
Christ distinguishing, separating love, is his great love, Mathew 11. 25. If we Consider the multitude of the one, and fewness of the other; | npg1 j-vvg, n-vvg n1, vbz po31 j n1, np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt crd, cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2287 | Page 153 |
12803 | not only in regard of the world, but in regard of others in Churches, Luke 13. 24. Many shall seek, and many that are first, shall be last, Matthew 19. 30. | not only in regard of the world, but in regard of Others in Churches, Lycia 13. 24. Many shall seek, and many that Are First, shall be last, Matthew 19. 30. | xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp n2, av crd crd d vmb vvi, cc d cst vbr ord, vmb vbi ord, np1 crd crd | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2288 | Page 153 |
12804 | If we consider that there is as much reason appearing outwardly, |
If we Consider that there is as much reason appearing outwardly, that the Lord should choose thee one as well as the other; | cs pns12 vvb cst pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1 vvg av-j, cst dt n1 vmd vvi pno21 crd p-acp av c-acp dt j-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2289 | Page 153 |
12805 | what difference is appearing outwardly between these Virgins? I'le warrant you the wise did think the foolish as good, | what difference is appearing outwardly between these Virgins? I'll warrant you the wise did think the foolish as good, | q-crq n1 vbz vvg av-j p-acp d n2? pns11|vmb vvb pn22 dt j vdd vvi dt j c-acp j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2289 | Page 153 |
12806 | and it may be far better than themselves. | and it may be Far better than themselves. | cc pn31 vmb vbi av-j av-jc cs px32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2289 | Page 153 |
12807 | Iudges 6. 15. Saith Gideon, How wilt thou save Isra•l by me? I am the least in my Fathers house; | Judges 6. 15. Says gideon, How wilt thou save Isra•l by me? I am the least in my Father's house; | n2 crd crd vvz np1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi av p-acp pno11? pns11 vbm dt ds p-acp po11 ng1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2289 | Page 153 |
12808 | yet saith the Lord, I will be with thee; | yet Says the Lord, I will be with thee; | av vvz dt n1, pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2289 | Page 153 |
12809 | so the Saints may say, and do say, Why Lord, wilt thou save me, I am the least and poorest of all others. | so the Saints may say, and do say, Why Lord, wilt thou save me, I am the least and Poorest of all Others. | av dt n2 vmb vvi, cc vdb vvi, q-crq n1, vm2 pns21 vvi pno11, pns11 vbm dt ds cc js pp-f d n2-jn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2289 | Page 153 |
12810 | If we consider the reason why the Lord doth this, |
If we Consider the reason why the Lord does this, and that is Because of nothing but the Will of God, his good pleasure; | cs pns12 vvb dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vdz d, cc d vbz p-acp pp-f pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2290 | Page 153 |
12811 | Matth. 11. 25. For why should their Vessels be filled; they received, and not others only the Will of God; | Matthew 11. 25. For why should their Vessels be filled; they received, and not Others only the Will of God; | np1 crd crd p-acp q-crq vmd po32 n2 vbb vvn; pns32 vvd, cc xx n2-jn av-j dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2290 | Page 153 |
12812 | I know not you, &c. Of which hereafter. If we consider the intolerable torment of those who go farre, |
I know not you, etc. Of which hereafter. If we Consider the intolerable torment of those who go Far, and yet Are excluded. | pns11 vvb xx pn22, av pp-f r-crq av. cs pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb av-j, cc av vbr vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2290 | Page 153 |
12813 | Mat. 8. 11, 12. Children of the Kingdome cast out, there shall be weeping; | Mathew 8. 11, 12. Children of the Kingdom cast out, there shall be weeping; | np1 crd crd, crd n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd av, pc-acp vmb vbi vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2291 | Page 153 |
12814 | the higher a man is risen, the greater is his fall, and his bruises at the bottome; | the higher a man is risen, the greater is his fallen, and his bruises At the bottom; | dt jc dt n1 vbz vvn, dt jc vbz po31 n1, cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2291 | Page 153 |
12815 | so when one hath been raised up to great hopes, profession, affection, yet now to fall, to lose all, to see he hath been spinning Cobwebs all his life! | so when one hath been raised up to great hope's, profession, affection, yet now to fallen, to loose all, to see he hath been spinning Cobwebs all his life! | av c-crq pi vhz vbn vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, n1, n1, av av pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi d, pc-acp vvi pns31 vhz vbn vvg n2 d po31 n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2291 | Page 153 |
12816 | when Israel were near to Canaan, now to be shut out! Now they wept. | when Israel were near to Canaan, now to be shut out! Now they wept. | q-crq np1 vbdr av-j p-acp np1, av pc-acp vbi vvn av! av pns32 vvd. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2291 | Page 153 |
12817 | Vse 1. |
Use 1. We may see hence, what little cause any have to boast only in outward privileges, or Common Gifts, graces, excellencies. | vvb crd pns12 vmb vvi av, r-crq j n1 d vhb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp j n2, cc j n2, n2, n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12818 | I confess it is great mercy for the Lord to call a man out of his prophaneness, | I confess it is great mercy for the Lord to call a man out of his profaneness, | pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12819 | and separate him from the world, bringing him to the fellowship of Saints, and give him that which makes h•m reputed well of by others; | and separate him from the world, bringing him to the fellowship of Saints, and give him that which makes h•m reputed well of by Others; | cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvb pno31 d r-crq vvz n1 vvn av pp-f p-acp n2-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12820 | but boast not only of this, as if the Lord did therefore highly favour you; | but boast not only of this, as if the Lord did Therefore highly favour you; | cc-acp vvb xx av-j pp-f d, c-acp cs dt n1 vdd av av-j vvi pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12821 | for the Lord Jesus may shew (for all this) his love to his own, | for the Lord jesus may show (for all this) his love to his own, | p-acp dt n1 np1 vmb vvi (c-acp d d) po31 n1 p-acp po31 d, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12822 | and his terrour to thee, and may shut the door of glory at last upon thee. 1 Cor. 1. 27, 28, 29. The Lord chooses things that are not, to bring to nought and to staine other glory. | and his terror to thee, and may shut the door of glory At last upon thee. 1 Cor. 1. 27, 28, 29. The Lord chooses things that Are not, to bring to nought and to stain other glory. | cc po31 n1 p-acp pno21, cc vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ord p-acp pno21. crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd dt n1 vvz n2 cst vbr xx, pc-acp vvi p-acp pi cc pc-acp vvi j-jn n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12823 | Rom. 11. 17. The Gentiles boasted themselves, that they were graffed in; oh saith the Apostle (seeing this spirit apt to rise) boast not, be not high-minded, do not grow secure, but feare; | Rom. 11. 17. The Gentiles boasted themselves, that they were graffed in; o Says the Apostle (seeing this Spirit apt to rise) boast not, be not High-minded, do not grow secure, but Fear; | np1 crd crd dt n2-j vvd px32, cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp; uh vvz dt n1 (vvg d n1 j pc-acp vvi) vvb xx, vbb xx j, vdb xx vvi j, cc-acp vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12824 | common graces ever make men proud, as others make men humble; they despise not others, they magnifie God, if the Lord hath made a difference; | Common graces ever make men proud, as Others make men humble; they despise not Others, they magnify God, if the Lord hath made a difference; | j n2 av vvi n2 j, c-acp n2-jn vvb n2 j; pns32 vvb xx ng2-jn, pns32 vvb np1, cs dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12825 | see the goodness of God, verse 22. but boast not therein; | see the Goodness of God, verse 22. but boast not therein; | vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 crd p-acp vvi xx av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12826 | therefore do not content thy self with a name to live, and having some cankered hopes, some shining excellencies; | Therefore do not content thy self with a name to live, and having Some cankered hope's, Some shining excellencies; | av vdb xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vhg d vvn n2, d j-vvg n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12827 | for the Lord may do this to shew others his love, and yet staine thy glory; | for the Lord may do this to show Others his love, and yet stain thy glory; | p-acp dt n1 vmb vdi d pc-acp vvi n2-jn po31 n1, cc av vvb po21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12828 | as one that hath great hopes of preferment, many Friends to commend and speak for him, | as one that hath great hope's of preferment, many Friends to commend and speak for him, | p-acp pi cst vhz j n2 pp-f n1, d n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12829 | if one tells him, You shall certainly lose all your labour, he will mourn more than another that had no hopes, | if one tells him, You shall Certainly loose all your labour, he will mourn more than Another that had no hope's, | cs crd vvz pno31, pn22 vmb av-j vvi d po22 n1, pns31 vmb vvi av-dc cs j-jn cst vhd dx n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12830 | nor helps at all of rising; | nor helps At all of rising; | ccx vvz p-acp d pp-f n-vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12831 | he will not glory in any thing he hath, but will take some sure and safer way; | he will not glory in any thing he hath, but will take Some sure and safer Way; | pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz, cc-acp vmb vvi d j cc jc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12832 | So I say to you, If there be the least Grace and Favour, blesse God for that, | So I say to you, If there be the least Grace and Favour, bless God for that, | av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cs pc-acp vbi dt ds n1 cc n1, vvb np1 p-acp d, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12833 | but do not boast of any thing else. | but do not boast of any thing Else. | cc-acp vdb xx vvi pp-f d n1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2292 | Page 154 |
12834 | Vse 2. |
Use 2. Hence the Saints may Learn how to affect their hea•ts with the lords love to the• (for there is such a poisonful disposition in them, that though they have it, | vvb crd av dt n2 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp n1 (c-acp pc-acp vbz d dt n1 n1 p-acp pno32, cst cs pns32 vhb pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2293 | Page 154 |
12835 | yet they cannot be affected sometimes with it; Vp Deborah, Aw•ke L•te and Harpe ) and 'tis this; | yet they cannot be affected sometime with it; Up Deborah, Aw•ke L•te and Harp) and it's this; | av pns32 vmbx vbi vvn av p-acp pn31; p-acp np1, vvb n1 cc n1) cc pn31|vbz d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2293 | Page 154 |
12836 | Do not only Remember, and think on the Lords love saving thee, calling, humbling, &c. but so as to call thee, and leave others; | Do not only remember, and think on the lords love Saving thee, calling, humbling, etc. but so as to call thee, and leave Others; | vdb xx av-j vvi, cc vvb p-acp dt n2 vvb vvg pno21, vvg, vvg, av p-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvi n2-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2293 | Page 154 |
12837 | to quicken thee, and leave others dead; to open the door of glory to thee, and exclude others; | to quicken thee, and leave Others dead; to open the door of glory to thee, and exclude Others; | pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvi n2-jn j; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, cc vvi n2-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2293 | Page 154 |
12838 | to call thee out of the Kingdome of the world, to look upon thee in a sinful Town, to awaken thee, | to call thee out of the Kingdom of the world, to look upon thee in a sinful Town, to awaken thee, | pc-acp vvi pno21 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pno21, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2293 | Page 154 |
12839 | and leave others (so many) secure, to call thee out of thy sinful company, some of which like brands, are now smoaking in this world, others burning in another; | and leave Others (so many) secure, to call thee out of thy sinful company, Some of which like brands, Are now smoking in this world, Others burning in Another; | cc vvi n2-jn (av d) j, pc-acp vvi pno21 av pp-f po21 j n1, d pp-f r-crq j n2, vbr av vvg p-acp d n1, n2-jn vvg p-acp j-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2293 | Page 154 |
12840 | to call thee out of a sinful, ignorant family, thou the least, the worst of them, | to call thee out of a sinful, ignorant family, thou the least, the worst of them, | pc-acp vvi pno21 av pp-f dt j, j n1, pns21 dt ds, dt js pp-f pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2293 | Page 154 |
12841 | and to leave the rest, this is much! | and to leave the rest, this is much! | cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, d vbz d! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2293 | Page 154 |
12842 | But when thou art brought into the Kingdome of Heaven, Fellowship of Saints, for the Lord to love thee, set his heart upon thee, | But when thou art brought into the Kingdom of Heaven, Fellowship of Saints, for the Lord to love thee, Set his heart upon thee, | cc-acp c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno21, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2294 | Page 154 |
12843 | when he forsakes others of thy own company, of great parts and abilities, whom thou thinkest better of than thy self, at least as well; | when he forsakes Others of thy own company, of great parts and abilities, whom thou Thinkest better of than thy self, At least as well; | c-crq pns31 vvz n2-jn pp-f po21 d n1, pp-f j n2 cc n2, ro-crq pns21 vv2 jc pp-f av po21 n1, p-acp ds c-acp av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2294 | Page 154 |
12844 | to pull down these Princes to the dunghill, and to exalt thy horn; to cut down these Cedars, and to preserve a Shrub; | to pull down these Princes to the dunghill, and to exalt thy horn; to Cut down these Cedars, and to preserve a Shrub; | pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi po21 n1; pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2294 | Page 154 |
12845 | to tread upon the greatest glory of man, and to pity a worm, for so thou art in thine own eyes; | to tread upon the greatest glory of man, and to pity a worm, for so thou art in thine own eyes; | pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp av pns21 vb2r p-acp po21 d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2294 | Page 154 |
12846 | Oh let this fire warme thy heart, though thou hast been affected with it before, especially considering no reason for it, | O let this fire warm thy heart, though thou hast been affected with it before, especially considering no reason for it, | uh vvb d n1 vvi po21 n1, cs pns21 vh2 vbn vvn p-acp pn31 a-acp, av-j vvg dx n1 p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2294 | Page 154 |
12847 | but only the good pleasure of God; this affected Christ himself, Mat. 11, 25. 'Tis true, you do not see this done, | but only the good pleasure of God; this affected christ himself, Mathew 11, 25. It's true, you do not see this done, | cc-acp av-j dt j n1 pp-f np1; d vvd np1 px31, np1 crd, crd pn31|vbz j, pn22 vdb xx vvi d vdn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2294 | Page 154 |
12848 | but you shall one day behold it with your eyes; only let this love kindle love, thankfulness, humility in thine heart againe. | but you shall one day behold it with your eyes; only let this love kindle love, thankfulness, humility in thine heart again. | cc-acp pn22 vmb crd n1 vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2; av-j vvb d n1 vvi n1, n1, n1 p-acp po21 n1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2294 | Page 154 |
12849 | And hence, if the Lord hath put a difference between thee and others, do not deny, do not doubt of, do not despise his grace; | And hence, if the Lord hath put a difference between thee and Others, do not deny, do not doubt of, do not despise his grace; | cc av, cs dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno21 cc n2-jn, vdb xx vvi, vdb xx vvi pp-f, vdb xx vvi po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2295 | Page 154 |
12850 | that if thou hast lost thy first love, this may recover it; | that if thou hast lost thy First love, this may recover it; | cst cs pns21 vh2 vvn po21 ord n1, d vmb vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2295 | Page 154 |
12851 | if all his love makes thee more humble, and thankful, you stand, Rom. 11. 20. Isa. 65. 16. Do not feare thy estate, | if all his love makes thee more humble, and thankful, you stand, Rom. 11. 20. Isaiah 65. 16. Do not Fear thy estate, | cs d po31 n1 vvz pno21 av-dc j, cc j, pn22 vvb, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd vdb xx vvi po21 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2295 | Page 155 |
12852 | because the Lord cuts off the natural branches, that therefore thou mayst be one; | Because the Lord cuts off the natural branches, that Therefore thou Mayest be one; | c-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp dt j n2, cst av pns21 vm2 vbi pi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2295 | Page 155 |
12853 | but be featful of the least sin, and wrong to Christ, that hath loved thee, especially of pride, | but be featful of the least since, and wrong to christ, that hath loved thee, especially of pride, | cc-acp vbi j pp-f dt ds n1, cc vvi p-acp np1, cst vhz vvn pno21, av-j pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2295 | Page 155 |
12854 | and unthankfulness the root of that; and Remember, that the poor things are chosen to confound the Mighty. | and unthankfulness the root of that; and remember, that the poor things Are chosen to confound the Mighty. | cc n1 dt n1 pp-f d; cc vvb, cst dt j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2295 | Page 155 |
12855 | That the door of grace and glory shall be shut against all wicked men living, Observ. 2. at the coming of the Lord to death or judgement; | That the door of grace and glory shall be shut against all wicked men living, Observation 2. At the coming of the Lord to death or judgement; | cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n2 vvg, np1 crd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2296 | Page 155 |
12856 | there is a time that the door is open unto men, in regard of Ministerial dispensations (for secrets of election we are not to minde) Isa. 55. 6, 7. This time is in this life; | there is a time that the door is open unto men, in regard of Ministerial dispensations (for secrets of election we Are not to mind) Isaiah 55. 6, 7. This time is in this life; | a-acp vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vbz j p-acp n2, p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 (p-acp n2-jn pp-f n1 pns12 vbr xx p-acp n1) np1 crd crd, crd d n1 vbz p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2296 | Page 155 |
12857 | but when death comes, then it is shut; when Angels sinned, the Lord immediately shut the door against them; | but when death comes, then it is shut; when Angels sinned, the Lord immediately shut the door against them; | cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz, cs pn31 vbz vvn; c-crq n2 vvn, dt n1 av-j vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2296 | Page 155 |
12858 | but through Christ the door is open for term of life to men. | but through christ the door is open for term of life to men. | cc-acp p-acp np1 dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2296 | Page 155 |
12859 | Because after death there is no meanes of grace or glory left, which is the Reason 1. Ministry of the Word and Prayer; | Because After death there is no means of grace or glory left, which is the Reason 1. Ministry of the Word and Prayer; | p-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vbz dx n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvd, r-crq vbz dt n1 crd n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2297 | Page 155 |
12860 | for that is the chief key of opening the door, even when the doores of heart and heaven are shut, Mat. 16. 19. and hence, 2 Cor. 6. 2. Now is the time of prayers and preaching, and so to be helped; | for that is the chief key of opening the door, even when the doors of heart and heaven Are shut, Mathew 16. 19. and hence, 2 Cor. 6. 2. Now is the time of Prayers and preaching, and so to be helped; | p-acp d vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, av c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr vvn, np1 crd crd cc av, crd np1 crd crd av vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc vvg, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2297 | Page 155 |
12861 | but after death there are no Ministers, they are at rest from their labours; and the Ministry of men is for men, not for naked soules. | but After death there Are no Ministers, they Are At rest from their labours; and the Ministry of men is for men, not for naked Souls. | cc-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vbr dx n2, pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2; cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp n2, xx p-acp j n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2297 | Page 155 |
12862 | Lazarus must not give a drop of cold water then to cool the tongue, much less Ministers to comfort or convert their hearts; | Lazarus must not give a drop of cold water then to cool the tongue, much less Ministers to Comfort or convert their hearts; | np1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1, av-d av-dc n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2297 | Page 155 |
12863 | 'tis true, the Lord can work extraordinarily; | it's true, the Lord can work extraordinarily; | pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vmb vvi av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2297 | Page 155 |
12864 | but do you think he will do it for one that hath despised grace all his life? | but do you think he will do it for one that hath despised grace all his life? | cc-acp vdb pn22 vvi pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp pi cst vhz vvn n1 d po31 n1? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2297 | Page 155 |
12865 | Because it's impossible they should repent after death, Reason 2. by any other means (if meanes were afforded) as by seeing their sinne, and feeling their punishment. | Because it's impossible they should Repent After death, Reason 2. by any other means (if means were afforded) as by seeing their sin, and feeling their punishment. | c-acp pn31|vbz j pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1, vvb crd p-acp d j-jn n2 (cs n2 vbdr vvn) c-acp p-acp vvg po32 n1, cc vvg po32 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2298 | Page 155 |
12866 | Iohn 9. 4. The night cometh wherein no man can work; because after death, comes judgment of wrath to the wicked, Heb. 9. ult. all patience, | John 9. 4. The night comes wherein no man can work; Because After death, comes judgement of wrath to the wicked, Hebrew 9. ult. all patience, | np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz c-crq dx n1 vmb vvi; c-acp p-acp n1, vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, np1 crd n1. d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2298 | Page 155 |
12867 | and pity have forsaken them, and so wrath lies upon them, that they can do nothing but bear it; | and pity have forsaken them, and so wrath lies upon them, that they can do nothing but bear it; | cc n1 vhb vvn pno32, cc av n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vdi pix cc-acp vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2298 | Page 155 |
12868 | as one under a great load, or burning in the fire, all his thoughts, and affections, | as one under a great load, or burning in the fire, all his thoughts, and affections, | c-acp crd p-acp dt j n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, d po31 n2, cc n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2298 | Page 155 |
12869 | and spirits, are taken up with that, and that is all he can do, Heb. 10. 27. So here. | and spirits, Are taken up with that, and that is all he can do, Hebrew 10. 27. So Here. | cc n2, vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d, cc d vbz d pns31 vmb vdi, np1 crd crd av av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2298 | Page 155 |
12870 | Vse 1. Of Confutation of a viperous, satanical, Use 1. secret opinion, which like a ghost 〈 ◊ 〉 the mindes of some people, (viz. ) that think and conclude even in time of health, in midst of saving healing meanes, that their time of grace is past, | Use 1. Of Confutation of a viperous, satanical, Use 1. secret opinion, which like a ghost 〈 ◊ 〉 the minds of Some people, (viz.) that think and conclude even in time of health, in midst of Saving healing means, that their time of grace is past, | vvb crd pp-f n1 pp-f dt j, j, vvb crd j-jn n1, r-crq av-j dt n1 〈 sy 〉 dt n2 pp-f d n1, (n1) cst vvb cc vvi av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvg j-vvg n2, cst po32 n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2299 | Page 155 |
12871 | and door is shut to them, before Christ comes against them at death or judgement; | and door is shut to them, before christ comes against them At death or judgement; | cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2299 | Page 155 |
12872 | which though God many times turnes for good, to humble a bold heart which will burne Gods day-light out, | which though God many times turns for good, to humble a bold heart which will burn God's daylight out, | r-crq cs np1 d n2 vvz p-acp j, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 r-crq vmb vvi npg1 n1 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2299 | Page 155 |
12873 | and linger in its sinnes, yet it doth sometimes dead the heart from all effectual endeavours, | and linger in its Sins, yet it does sometime dead the heart from all effectual endeavours, | cc vvi p-acp po31 n2, av pn31 vdz av j dt n1 p-acp d j n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2299 | Page 155 |
12874 | and discourage the heart from all duties, makes all the Gospel the Ministry of blood and death, and a hand-writing against it; | and discourage the heart from all duties, makes all the Gospel the Ministry of blood and death, and a handwriting against it; | cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2, vvz d dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2299 | Page 155 |
12875 | and when it concludes God hath shut the door against it, it shuts God, and Christ, | and when it concludes God hath shut the door against it, it shuts God, and christ, | cc c-crq pn31 vvz np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vvz np1, cc np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2299 | Page 155 |
12876 | and all his Promises out of its heart. | and all his Promises out of its heart. | cc d po31 vvz av pp-f po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2299 | Page 155 |
12877 | 1. Some think they having sinned against light, have had some blasphemous thoughts, that they have committed the unpardonable sin, &c. 2. Some others think not so, but yet they heare that some mens time is out before death; | 1. some think they having sinned against Light, have had Some blasphemous thoughts, that they have committed the unpardonable since, etc. 2. some Others think not so, but yet they hear that Some men's time is out before death; | crd d vvb pns32 vhg vvn p-acp n1, vhb vhn d j n2, cst pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1, av crd d n2-jn vvb xx av, cc-acp av pns32 vvb cst d ng2 n1 vbz av p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2300 | Page 155 |
12878 | they think theirs is also, having sought so long, they are even sealed up by God to hardness of heart; | they think theirs is also, having sought so long, they Are even sealed up by God to hardness of heart; | pns32 vvb png32 vbz av, vhg vvn av av-j, pns32 vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2301 | Page 155 |
12879 | and thus some seemingly coming to Christ, are indeed kept off from him. | and thus Some seemingly coming to christ, Are indeed kept off from him. | cc av d av-vvg vvg p-acp np1, vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2301 | Page 155 |
12880 | 3. Others of the Saints meeting with many sore troubles and tryals, and that for some sins; | 3. Others of the Saints meeting with many soar Troubles and trials, and that for Some Sins; | crd ng2-jn pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp d j n2 cc n2, cc cst p-acp d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2302 | Page 155 |
12881 | and one deep calling to another, they think with David, God hath forgot, hath shut up his mercies, will remember no more to be gracious; | and one deep calling to Another, they think with David, God hath forgotten, hath shut up his Mercies, will Remember no more to be gracious; | cc pi j-jn n1 p-acp j-jn, pns32 vvb p-acp np1, np1 vhz vvn, vhz vvn a-acp po31 n2, vmb vvi av-dx dc pc-acp vbi j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2302 | Page 156 |
12882 | and though he hath been so, yet because he hath been so abused by them, that therefore now he will not be merciful again; and thus their hearts sink. | and though he hath been so, yet Because he hath been so abused by them, that Therefore now he will not be merciful again; and thus their hearts sink. | cc cs pns31 vhz vbn av, av c-acp pns31 vhz vbn av vvn p-acp pno32, cst av av pns31 vmb xx vbi j av; cc av po32 n2 vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2302 | Page 156 |
12883 | Oh Remember, the Gate of Gods Grace is not shut up before death, then is the time for it to be shut. | O remember, the Gate of God's Grace is not shut up before death, then is the time for it to be shut. | uh vvb, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp n1, av vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2303 | Page 156 |
12884 | I confess indeed there is a time in this life, the Lord doth cease to strive, and doth forsake the soul; | I confess indeed there is a time in this life, the Lord does cease to strive, and does forsake the soul; | pns11 vvb av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1, dt n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vdz vvi dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2303 | Page 156 |
12885 | and we may say of them, as Christ, Oh that thou hadst known! but now they are hid from thine eyes; | and we may say of them, as christ, O that thou Hadst known! but now they Are hid from thine eyes; | cc pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pno32, c-acp np1, uh cst pns21 vhd2 vvn! cc-acp av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po21 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2303 | Page 156 |
12886 | — But yet this is a secret, which as a secure despiser of grace should tremble at; | — But yet this is a secret, which as a secure despiser of grace should tremble At; | — cc-acp av d vbz dt j-jn, r-crq c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2303 | Page 156 |
12887 | so those that are awakened, and set in their way to Christ, should not trouble themselves about it. | so those that Are awakened, and Set in their Way to christ, should not trouble themselves about it. | av d cst vbr vvn, cc vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, vmd xx vvi px32 p-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2303 | Page 156 |
12888 | Object. But oh that I did know whether it be past or no! | Object. But o that I did know whither it be past or no! | n1. cc-acp uh cst pns11 vdd vvi cs pn31 vbb j cc uh | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2304 | Page 156 |
12889 | Answ. I shall rather give to these people some good counsel, for 'tis not for you to know these times and seasons; | Answer I shall rather give to these people Some good counsel, for it's not for you to know these times and seasons; | np1 pns11 vmb av-c vvi p-acp d n1 d j n1, c-acp pn31|vbz xx p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2305 | Page 156 |
12890 | though this I would say, if the impardonable sin be not committed. | though this I would say, if the impardonable since be not committed. | cs d pns11 vmd vvi, cs dt j n1 vbb xx vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2305 | Page 156 |
12891 | 1. This time of the doores being shut, is not in time of health and peace, | 1. This time of the doors being shut, is not in time of health and peace, | crd d n1 pp-f dt n2 vbg vvn, vbz xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2306 | Page 156 |
12892 | but in time of extream trouble, wherein trouble doth affect them more than the sin; | but in time of extreme trouble, wherein trouble does affect them more than the since; | cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1, c-crq n1 vdz vvi pno32 av-dc cs dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2306 | Page 156 |
12893 | as Prov. 1. and as many when a sick bed is come, and in Noahs Flood, 1 Pet. 3, 20. | as Curae 1. and as many when a sick Bed is come, and in Noahs Flood, 1 Pet. 3, 20. | c-acp np1 crd cc p-acp d c-crq dt j n1 vbz vvn, cc p-acp npg1 n1, crd np1 crd, crd | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2306 | Page 156 |
12894 | 2. Or if it be in time of health, this is ever the companion of it, ( viz. ) hatred, | 2. Or if it be in time of health, this is ever the Companion of it, (viz.) hatred, | crd cc cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, d vbz av dt n1 pp-f pn31, (n1) n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2307 | Page 156 |
12895 | and opposing Saints secretly or opening, because Christ having quite forsaken him, his heart swells against the Saints; | and opposing Saints secretly or opening, Because christ having quite forsaken him, his heart Swells against the Saints; | cc j-vvg n2 av-jn cc n-vvg, c-acp np1 vhg av vvn pno31, po31 n1 vvz p-acp dt n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2307 | Page 156 |
12896 | hence Saul envied David, Esau hated Iacob Murmurers against God; were in the Wilderness, and against Moses; But I come to counsel; | hence Saul envied David, Esau hated Iacob Murmurers against God; were in the Wilderness, and against Moses; But I come to counsel; | av np1 vvd np1, np1 vvd np1 n2 p-acp np1; vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp np1; cc-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2307 | Page 156 |
12897 | for God lets loose Satan full of malice, upon a poor creature, sometimes to vex and trouble. | for God lets lose Satan full of malice, upon a poor creature, sometime to vex and trouble. | p-acp np1 vvz j np1 j pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1, av pc-acp vvi cc vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2307 | Page 156 |
12898 | First, Consider the root of this distemper, (viz. ) either great pride, or despising of the riches of Gods grace. | First, Consider the root of this distemper, (viz.) either great pride, or despising of the riches of God's grace. | ord, vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, (n1) d j n1, cc vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2308 | Page 156 |
12899 | 1. Pride, for (this we shall finde) such spirits, because they have not peace sealed, strength against sin granted unto them, | 1. Pride, for (this we shall find) such spirits, Because they have not peace sealed, strength against since granted unto them, | crd n1, c-acp (d pns12 vmb vvi) d n2, c-acp pns32 vhb xx n1 vvn, n1 p-acp n1 vvn p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2309 | Page 156 |
12900 | and that which they would have, (if discouraged, and not quickened by this) they regard not life, meanes, offers of grace; | and that which they would have, (if discouraged, and not quickened by this) they regard not life, means, offers of grace; | cc cst r-crq pns32 vmd vhi, (cs vvn, cc xx vvn p-acp d) pns32 vvb xx n1, n2, n2 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2309 | Page 156 |
12901 | What is all this, if God hath forsaken me? What is it? Yes, that 'tis; | What is all this, if God hath forsaken me? What is it? Yes, that it's; | q-crq vbz d d, cs np1 vhz vvn pno11? q-crq vbz pn31? uh, cst pn31|vbz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2309 | Page 156 |
12902 | as might at large be shewed. 2. Despising of grace; if I had not committed such sins, I could then think for mercy; | as might At large be showed. 2. Despising of grace; if I had not committed such Sins, I could then think for mercy; | c-acp vmd p-acp j vbi vvn. crd vvg pp-f n1; cs pns11 vhd xx vvn d n2, pns11 vmd av vvi p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2309 | Page 156 |
12903 | but such evils, such miseries, cannot be remedied. | but such evils, such misery's, cannot be remedied. | cc-acp d n2-jn, d n2, vmbx vbi vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2310 | Page 156 |
12904 | Truly, as it is a despising of a Physician, to think, If I was not so sick, he would be tender, and helpful; | Truly, as it is a despising of a physician, to think, If I was not so sick, he would be tender, and helpful; | np1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi, cs pns11 vbds xx av j, pns31 vmd vbi j, cc j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2310 | Page 156 |
12905 | but not now, being so exceedingly diseased; So it is here, &c. | but not now, being so exceedingly diseased; So it is Here, etc. | cc-acp xx av, vbg av av-vvg vvn; av pn31 vbz av, av | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2310 | Page 156 |
12906 | Secondly, Consider, Suppose the time be past, yet remember thou art worthy to be forsaken of God even from thy birth, not worthy of thy daily bread, much less to taste of Gods Supper; | Secondly, Consider, Suppose the time be past, yet Remember thou art worthy to be forsaken of God even from thy birth, not worthy of thy daily bred, much less to taste of God's Supper; | ord, vvb, vvb dt n1 vbb j, av vvb pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1 av p-acp po21 n1, xx j pp-f po21 j n1, av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2311 | Page 156 |
12907 | the Lord was loth to shut the door; | the Lord was loath to shut the door; | dt n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2311 | Page 156 |
12908 | Hence he we•t on Ierusalem; and Psalme 81. 12. cryed out, Oh that my people had walked in my wayes • thy sinnes provoked the Lord unto it, | Hence he we•t on Ierusalem; and Psalm 81. 12. cried out, O that my people had walked in my ways • thy Sins provoked the Lord unto it, | av pns31 vvd p-acp np1; cc n1 crd crd vvn av, uh cst po11 n1 vhd vvn p-acp po11 n2 • po21 n2 vvd dt n1 p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2311 | Page 156 |
12909 | if he hath in justice cast thee off; | if he hath in Justice cast thee off; | cs pns31 vhz p-acp n1 vvd pno21 a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2311 | Page 156 |
12910 | therefore though it be past, be not discouraged, but lie down humbled, as Iudges 10. 14, 15. and as David, Psal. 42. 3. My teares are my meat, | Therefore though it be past, be not discouraged, but lie down humbled, as Judges 10. 14, 15. and as David, Psalm 42. 3. My tears Are my meat, | av cs pn31 vbb j, vbb xx vvn, cc-acp vvb a-acp vvn, c-acp n2 crd crd, crd cc p-acp np1, np1 crd crd po11 n2 vbr po11 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2311 | Page 156 |
12911 | whiles they say so, Where is you• God? So tell the Lord, Satan saith, and feeling saith, and feares say, Where is my God? Lord pity! | while they say so, Where is you• God? So tell the Lord, Satan Says, and feeling Says, and fears say, Where is my God? Lord pity! | cs pns32 vvb av, q-crq vbz n1 np1? av vvi dt n1, np1 vvz, cc vvg vvz, cc n2 vvb, q-crq vbz po11 np1? n1 n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2311 | Page 156 |
12912 | And if thy heart be sick, tell the Lord of it, Verse 6. I am perswaded many should quickly feele an Answer to this Question, by taking this course; | And if thy heart be sick, tell the Lord of it, Verse 6. I am persuaded many should quickly feel an Answer to this Question, by taking this course; | cc cs po21 n1 vbi j, vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvb crd pns11 vbm vvn d vmd av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2311 | Page 156 |
12913 | but they miss at least of the comfort of Grace and Mercy, because they will be Disposers of the Lords Grace and Time. | but they miss At least of the Comfort of Grace and Mercy, Because they will be Disposers of the lords Grace and Time. | cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp ds pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb cc n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2311 | Page 156 |
12914 | Thirdly, Consider, it may be that time is not past, it is a secret only known to God; | Thirdly, Consider, it may be that time is not past, it is a secret only known to God; | ord, vvb, pn31 vmb vbi d n1 vbz xx j, pn31 vbz dt j-jn av-j vvn p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2312 | Page 156 |
12915 | the door of grace may only seem to be shut; | the door of grace may only seem to be shut; | dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2312 | Page 156 |
12916 | why doth Christ bid knock else? When the Ninevites heard that they should dye within fourty dayes, Ionah 3. 9. say they, Who can tell but the Lord may repent? you say the Decree is past, and spoken; | why does christ bid knock Else? When the Ninevites herd that they should die within fourty days, Jonah 3. 9. say they, Who can tell but the Lord may Repent? you say the decree is past, and spoken; | q-crq vdz np1 vvi vvi av? c-crq dt np1 vvd cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp crd n2, np1 crd crd n1 pns32, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi? pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz j, cc vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2312 | Page 157 |
12917 | and as Spira said, I have that Witnessed. | and as Spira said, I have that Witnessed. | cc c-acp np1 vvd, pns11 vhb d vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2312 | Page 157 |
12918 | I say againe, Who can tell, but (if God had said so, but) that •he may repent? therefore be not discouraged, or faint because of this. | I say again, Who can tell, but (if God had said so, but) that •he may Repent? Therefore be not discouraged, or faint Because of this. | pns11 vvb av, q-crq vmb vvi, cc-acp (cs np1 vhd vvn av, cc-acp) cst n1 vmb vvi? av vbb xx vvn, cc j c-acp pp-f d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2312 | Page 157 |
12919 | Nay, 'tis most probable time is not past. | Nay, it's most probable time is not past. | uh-x, pn31|vbz av-ds j n1 vbz xx j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2312 | Page 157 |
12920 | 1. Because the things of thy peace, the discovery of the vileness of thine own heart, the glory of Christ, is not hid from thine eyes. | 1. Because the things of thy peace, the discovery of the vileness of thine own heart, the glory of christ, is not hid from thine eyes. | crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz xx vvn p-acp po21 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2313 | Page 157 |
12921 | 2. God calls thee now to returne; When Iudah had banisht David, and they might think He will not receive us; | 2. God calls thee now to return; When Iudah had banished David, and they might think He will not receive us; | crd np1 vvz pno21 av pc-acp vvi; c-crq np1 vhd vvn np1, cc pns32 vmd vvi pns31 vmb xx vvi pno12; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2314 | Page 157 |
12922 | yet when David sent by his Messengers, Why do you not bring the King back! I am flesh of your flesh; | yet when David sent by his Messengers, Why do you not bring the King back! I am Flesh of your Flesh; | av c-crq np1 vvn p-acp po31 n2, q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi dt n1 av! pns11 vbm n1 pp-f po22 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2314 | Page 157 |
12923 | then they all were encouraged to hope for favour, 2 Sam. 19. 12, 14. So, | then they all were encouraged to hope for favour, 2 Sam. 19. 12, 14. So, | cs pns32 d vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2314 | Page 157 |
12924 | 4. Consider, if thou dost return, the time of love is so farre from being past, | 4. Consider, if thou dost return, the time of love is so Far from being passed, | crd vvb, cs pns21 vd2 vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2315 | Page 157 |
12925 | as that it is then come indeed unto thy soul. Object. But my sin is great ▪ | as that it is then come indeed unto thy soul. Object. But my since is great ▪ | c-acp cst pn31 vbz av vvn av p-acp po21 n1. n1. p-acp po11 n1 vbz j ▪ | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2315 | Page 157 |
12926 | Answ. Suppose it be •lasphemy of Christ, nay, murder of the Sonne of God; | Answer Suppose it be •lasphemy of christ, nay, murder of the Son of God; | np1 vvb pn31 vbi n1 pp-f np1, uh-x, n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2317 | Page 157 |
12927 | yet Acts 2. 38. when Peter preached Repentance to life, they th•t gladly received that word, who might be instrumental to crucifie Christ, were received. | yet Acts 2. 38. when Peter preached Repentance to life, they th•t gladly received that word, who might be instrumental to crucify christ, were received. | av n2 crd crd r-crq np1 vvd np1-n p-acp n1, pns32 vvd av-j vvn cst n1, r-crq vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi np1, vbdr vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2317 | Page 157 |
12949 | n•y, God himself to wrestle with; you cannot runne your Race in a day. Object. What if I be shut out? | n•y, God himself to wrestle with; you cannot run your Raze in a day. Object. What if I be shut out? | uh-x, np1 px31 pc-acp vvi p-acp; pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n1 p-acp dt n1. n1. q-crq cs pns11 vbb vvn av? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2328 | Page 158 |
12928 | Oh but my heart is hard! Hosea 10. 12. break up your fallow ground, &c. 'Tis time, saith he, &c. Object. But I have refused to returne, and have not been ashamed! | O but my heart is hard! Hosea 10. 12. break up your fallow ground, etc. It's time, Says he, etc. Object. But I have refused to return, and have not been ashamed! | uh p-acp po11 n1 vbz j! np1 crd crd n1 a-acp po22 j n1, av pn31|vbz n1, vvz pns31, av n1. cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vhb xx vbn j! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2317 | Page 157 |
12929 | Answ. Yet, Ier. 3. 3, 4, 5. Wilt thou not from this time cry to me? &c. | Answer Yet, Jeremiah 3. 3, 4, 5. Wilt thou not from this time cry to me? etc. | np1 av, np1 crd crd, crd, crd vm2 pns21 xx p-acp d n1 vvb p-acp pno11? av | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2319 | Page 157 |
12930 | Object. But I may returne to the Lord, and he refuse to returne to me | Object. But I may return to the Lord, and he refuse to return to me | n1. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11 | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2320 | Page 157 |
12931 | Answ. No, Ier. 8. 7. Shall he fall, and not arise? shall the Lord turn away, | Answer No, Jeremiah 8. 7. Shall he fallen, and not arise? shall the Lord turn away, | np1 uh-dx, np1 crd crd vmb pns31 vvi, cc xx vvi? vmb dt n1 vvb av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2321 | Page 157 |
12932 | and not return? why then is he fallen perpetually; | and not return? why then is he fallen perpetually; | cc xx vvi? q-crq av vbz pns31 vvn av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2321 | Page 157 |
12933 | the reason is given, No man said, What have I done, how have I despised Gods grace? the Stork knows her season; | the reason is given, No man said, What have I done, how have I despised God's grace? the Stork knows her season; | dt n1 vbz vvn, dx n1 vvd, q-crq vhb pns11 vdn, q-crq vhb pns11 vvn npg1 n1? dt n1 vvz po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2321 | Page 157 |
12934 | but, &c. the Lord keep you from dashing your selves in pieces here, and make this a Word of Christs Encouragement to thee. | but, etc. the Lord keep you from dashing your selves in Pieces Here, and make this a Word of Christ Encouragement to thee. | p-acp, av dt n1 vvb pn22 p-acp vvg po22 n2 p-acp n2 av, cc vvi d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2321 | Page 157 |
12935 | Vse 2. Of Exhortation unto all men, Use 2. not to delay your making peace with God; | Use 2. Of Exhortation unto all men, Use 2. not to Delay your making peace with God; | vvb crd pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, vvb crd xx pc-acp vvi po22 vvg n1 p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2322 | Page 157 |
12936 | for when you are dead, the gate is shut; and if Angels should cry to have it opened, they shall not be heard. | for when you Are dead, the gate is shut; and if Angels should cry to have it opened, they shall not be herd. | p-acp c-crq pn22 vbr j, dt n1 vbz vvn; cc cs n2 vmd vvi pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2322 | Page 157 |
12937 | You that are young, take warning this day, do not think there is time enough hereafter: | You that Are young, take warning this day, do not think there is time enough hereafter: | pn22 cst vbr j, vvb vvg d n1, vdb xx vvi pc-acp vbz n1 av-d av: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2323 | Page 157 |
12938 | You that are old, do not think it too late, or that it would be a shame for you to begin now, who have propt up your hearts with base comforts; | You that Are old, do not think it too late, or that it would be a shame for you to begin now, who have propped up your hearts with base comforts; | pn22 cst vbr j, vdb xx vvi pn31 av av-j, cc cst pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi av, r-crq vhb vvn a-acp po22 n2 p-acp j n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2323 | Page 157 |
12939 | you that have been stirred, but are now faln asleep, beware of dying in your ditches, | you that have been stirred, but Are now fallen asleep, beware of dying in your ditches, | pn22 cst vhb vbn vvn, cc-acp vbr av vvn j, vvb pp-f vvg p-acp po22 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2323 | Page 157 |
12940 | and pits, wherein you are faln; you must stand before God shortly. | and pits, wherein you Are fallen; you must stand before God shortly. | cc n2, c-crq pn22 vbr vvn; pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 av-j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2323 | Page 157 |
12941 | Though you never repented yet, &c. never was in bitterness, never had any great mourning, &c. never knew the life of Christ, peace of conscience, never felt the Kingdome, | Though you never repented yet, etc. never was in bitterness, never had any great mourning, etc. never knew the life of christ, peace of conscience, never felt the Kingdom, | cs pn22 av-x vvd av, av av-x vbds p-acp n1, av-x vhd d j n1, av av-x vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 pp-f n1, av-x vvd dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2323 | Page 157 |
12942 | and mighty power of Christ, yet despaire not, for yet there is hope; but if once death comes, then thou art gone; | and mighty power of christ, yet despair not, for yet there is hope; but if once death comes, then thou art gone; | cc j n1 pp-f np1, av vvb xx, c-acp av pc-acp vbz n1; cc-acp cs c-acp n1 vvz, cs pns21 vb2r vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2323 | Page 157 |
12943 | it is day yet, and Christ holds open his wings yet; but if death comes, his time is out. | it is day yet, and christ holds open his wings yet; but if death comes, his time is out. | pn31 vbz n1 av, cc np1 vvz j po31 n2 av; cc-acp cs n1 vvz, po31 n1 vbz av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2323 | Page 157 |
12944 | Object. But I have a faire time yet before me. Answ. 1. It may be not, for thou art condemned already. | Object. But I have a fair time yet before me. Answer 1. It may be not, for thou art condemned already. | n1. cc-acp pns11 vhb dt j n1 av p-acp pno11. np1 crd pn31 vmb vbi xx, c-acp pns21 vb2r vvn av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2324 | Page 157 |
12945 | 2. If you have, yet wilt abuse patience, and forbearance of God? wilt despise what leads thee to repentance! | 2. If you have, yet wilt abuse patience, and forbearance of God? wilt despise what leads thee to Repentance! | crd cs pn22 vhb, av vm2 vvi n1, cc n1 pp-f np1? vm2 vvi r-crq vvz pno21 p-acp n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2326 | Page 157 |
12946 | as a man •inking, spits in the face of him that holds up his Head; wilt thou be worse than a devil? | as a man •inking, spits in the face of him that holds up his Head; wilt thou be Worse than a Devil? | p-acp dt n1 vvg, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz a-acp po31 n1; vm2 pns21 vbi jc cs dt n1? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2326 | Page 157 |
12947 | Objection. But a little repentance will •erve the turne, 'tis quickly lon•? Answer. Oh no! as Paul said, I have fought a good fight; | Objection. But a little Repentance will •erve the turn, it's quickly lon•? Answer. O no! as Paul said, I have fought a good fight; | n1. p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi dt n1, pn31|vbz av-j n1? n1. uh uh p-acp np1 vvd, pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2327 | Page 157 |
12948 | thou hast •ins as dear as thy life to forsake; thou hast Devils, World to wrestle with; | thou hast •ins as dear as thy life to forsake; thou hast Devils, World to wrestle with; | pns21 vh2 vvz p-acp j-jn c-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi; pns21 vh2 n2, n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2328 | Page 158 |
12950 | Answ. I say no more but only what Solomon said, Prov. 5. 11, 12, 13. O how have I hated reproof! | Answer I say no more but only what Solomon said, Curae 5. 11, 12, 13. Oh how have I hated reproof! | np1 pns11 vvb av-dx dc cc-acp av-j r-crq np1 vvd, np1 crd crd, crd, crd uh q-crq vhb pns11 vvn n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2330 | Page 158 |
12951 | that shall be thy woful dirge another day, when shut out; | that shall be thy woeful dirge Another day, when shut out; | cst vmb vbi po21 j n1 j-jn n1, c-crq vvd av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2330 | Page 158 |
12952 | oh never to have one look, one word from Christ, but to see him afar off, this shall be thy fearful portion hereafter. | o never to have one look, one word from christ, but to see him afar off, this shall be thy fearful portion hereafter. | uh av pc-acp vhi crd n1, crd n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 av a-acp, d vmb vbi po21 j n1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2330 | Page 158 |
12953 | Truly we may take up that complaint of Christ, You can discerne the times of the Weather, not Christs coming. | Truly we may take up that complaint of christ, You can discern the times of the Weather, not Christ coming. | np1 pns12 vmb vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, xx npg1 vvg. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2330 | Page 158 |
12954 | VERSE 11, 12. Afterward came also the o•her Virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open unto us. But he answered, and said, V•rily I say unto you, I know you not. | VERSE 11, 12. Afterwards Come also the o•her Virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open unto us. But he answered, and said, V•rily I say unto you, I know you not. | n1 crd, crd av vvd av dt j-jn n2, vvg, n1, n1, vvb p-acp pno12. p-acp pns31 vvd, cc vvd, av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb pn22 xx. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2330 | Page 158 |
12955 | IN these two Verses, is set down the entertainment Christ gives unto the foolish Virgins, and his behaviour toward them; | IN these two Verses, is Set down the entertainment christ gives unto the foolish Virgins, and his behaviour towards them; | p-acp d crd n2, vbz vvn a-acp dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt j n2, cc po31 n1 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2331 | Page 158 |
12956 | and that is, he did not own them as his, but saith, I know you not. Their miserable rejection is aggravated from these particulars, shewing their misery. | and that is, he did not own them as his, but Says, I know you not. Their miserable rejection is aggravated from these particulars, showing their misery. | cc d vbz, pns31 vdd xx vvi pno32 c-acp png31, cc-acp vvz, pns11 vvb pn22 xx. po32 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2-j, vvg po32 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2331 | Page 158 |
12957 | 1. The note of certainty of this, Verily, &c. | 1. The note of certainty of this, Verily, etc. | crd dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f d, av-j, av | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2332 | Page 158 |
12958 | 2. Though they came afterward to the Lord, (it is not said, with their Oyle in their Vessels, &c.) | 2. Though they Come afterwards to the Lord, (it is not said, with their Oil in their Vessels, etc.) | crd cs pns32 vvd av p-acp dt n1, (pn31 vbz xx vvn, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2, av) | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2333 | Page 158 |
12959 | 3. Though they prayed to the Lord to open when they came. 4. Though they prayed earnestly, Lord, Lord, | 3. Though they prayed to the Lord to open when they Come. 4. Though they prayed earnestly, Lord, Lord, | crd cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vvd. crd cs pns32 vvd av-j, n1, n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2334 | Page 158 |
12960 | 5. Though they sought thus with Arguments, Lord, Lord, as if they should say, Thou art our Lord and Saviour, we look for life from none but thee. | 5. Though they sought thus with Arguments, Lord, Lord, as if they should say, Thou art our Lord and Saviour, we look for life from none but thee. | crd cs pns32 vvd av p-acp n2, n1, n1, c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi, pns21 vb2r po12 n1 cc n1, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pix p-acp pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2336 | Page 158 |
12961 | That after the coming of Christ to death or judgement, then shall those Oserv. 1. who are most secretly wicked, know certainly that the gate is shut, | That After the coming of christ to death or judgement, then shall those Observ. 1. who Are most secretly wicked, know Certainly that the gate is shut, | cst p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av vmb d vvi. crd r-crq vbr av-ds av-jn j, vvb av-j cst dt n1 vbz vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2337 | Page 158 |
12962 | and their exclus•on, and final separation from the face of Christ. | and their exclus•on, and final separation from the face of christ. | cc po32 n1, cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2337 | Page 158 |
12963 | These foolish Virgins had some hopes and assurances of mercy, whiles the Bridegroom was absent in their life; | These foolish Virgins had Some hope's and assurances of mercy, while the Bridegroom was absent in their life; | d j n2 vhd d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cs dt n1 vbds j p-acp po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2338 | Page 158 |
12964 | so men have in this world such hopes; | so men have in this world such hope's; | av n2 vhb p-acp d n1 d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2338 | Page 158 |
12965 | but when Christ came, and shut the door upon them, then they knew their miserable condition. | but when christ Come, and shut the door upon them, then they knew their miserable condition. | cc-acp c-crq np1 vvd, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vvd po32 j n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2338 | Page 158 |
12966 | This life is compared unto a sleep, and dreame, Psalme 90. 5. wherein men understand and conceive of things with false shapes; so here; | This life is compared unto a sleep, and dream, Psalm 90. 5. wherein men understand and conceive of things with false shapes; so Here; | d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1, n1 crd crd c-crq n2 vvb cc vvi pp-f n2 p-acp j n2; av av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2339 | Page 158 |
12967 | but when they awaken, then they appeare otherwise; after death men are awakened, and then they see things as they are; | but when they awaken, then they appear otherwise; After death men Are awakened, and then they see things as they Are; | cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvi, cs pns32 vvb av; p-acp n1 n2 vbr vvn, cc av pns32 vvb n2 c-acp pns32 vbr; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2339 | Page 158 |
12968 | the Parable of the rich man, Luke 16. proves this. | the Parable of the rich man, Lycia 16. Proves this. | dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av crd vvz d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2339 | Page 158 |
12969 | Because then God lets in a new light, most full and cleare, |
Because then God lets in a new Light, most full and clear, to see and know things as they Are, | c-acp av np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, av-ds j cc j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 c-acp pns32 vbr, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 158 |
12970 | and so to know themselves and their estates; | and so to know themselves and their estates; | cc av pc-acp vvi px32 cc po32 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 158 |
12971 | it is an Atheists speech, Eccl•s. 9. 5, 7, 10. That the dead know not any thing; | it is an Atheists speech, Eccl•s. 9. 5, 7, 10. That the dead know not any thing; | pn31 vbz dt n2 n1, n2. crd crd, crd, crd cst dt j vvb xx d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 158 |
12973 | now they do know, &c. as the Saints know their eternal acceptation, by a most glorious light; | now they do know, etc. as the Saints know their Eternal acceptation, by a most glorious Light; | av pns32 vdb vvi, av c-acp dt n2 vvb po32 j n1, p-acp dt av-ds j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 158 |
12974 | God walks darkly here, but then this full light shall come in; | God walks darkly Here, but then this full Light shall come in; | np1 vvz av-j av, cc-acp av d j n1 vmb vvi p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 158 |
12975 | As it is with a man that is to be condemned, before he be cast, the Judge brings in full evidence; | As it is with a man that is to be condemned, before he be cast, the Judge brings in full evidence; | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vbb vvn, dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 159 |
12976 | so Heb. 9. ult. After death cometh judgement; there is full evidence; when A•am stood before God, the Lord fu•ly convinced him; | so Hebrew 9. ult. After death comes judgement; there is full evidence; when A•am stood before God, the Lord fu•ly convinced him; | av np1 crd n1. p-acp n1 vvz n1; a-acp vbz j n1; c-crq vvb vvd p-acp np1, dt n1 av-j vvd pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 159 |
12977 | when death comes, then there is an end of mens Stewardships, Luke 16. 2. and when an end comes to that, what comes then? Come give up thy account; | when death comes, then there is an end of men's Stewardships, Lycia 16. 2. and when an end comes to that, what comes then? Come give up thy account; | c-crq n1 vvz, cs pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2, av crd crd cc q-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d, r-crq vvz av? np1 vvb a-acp po21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 159 |
12978 | now those whose reckonings are naught, must either deceive and blinde the all-searching eyes of God, | now those whose reckonings Are nought, must either deceive and blind the All-searching eyes of God, | av d rg-crq n2-vvg vbr pix, vmb av-d vvi cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 159 |
12979 | and so not be found out, or they shall see wherein they have been faithless and false. | and so not be found out, or they shall see wherein they have been faithless and false. | cc av xx vbi vvn av, cc pns32 vmb vvi c-crq pns32 vhb vbn j cc j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 159 |
12980 | What is spoken of the general Judgement, is true also of this particular; it is the day of Revelation; | What is spoken of the general Judgement, is true also of this particular; it is the day of Revelation; | q-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt j n1, vbz j av pp-f d j; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 159 |
12981 | God himself will now cleare up matters as Christ here doth, Verily, I know you not. | God himself will now clear up matters as christ Here does, Verily, I know you not. | np1 px31 vmb av vvi a-acp n2 p-acp np1 av vdz, av-j, pns11 vvb pn22 xx. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2340 | Page 159 |
12982 | Because then the soul will desire to know, |
Because then the soul will desire to know, and have leisure to see and know it self; | c-acp av dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vhb n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvb pn31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2341 | Page 159 |
12983 | as these foolish Virgins, their souls were looking (in a sort) in their life-time for Christ, | as these foolish Virgins, their Souls were looking (in a sort) in their lifetime for christ, | c-acp d j n2, po32 n2 vbdr vvg (p-acp dt n1) p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2341 | Page 159 |
12984 | but now they look and see indeed; some know not themselves, though having light; nor their present misery, because they desire not to know; | but now they look and see indeed; Some know not themselves, though having Light; nor their present misery, Because they desire not to know; | cc-acp av pns32 vvb cc vvi av; d vvb xx px32, c-acp vhg n1; ccx po32 j n1, c-acp pns32 vvb xx pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2341 | Page 159 |
12985 | and hence reflect not upon themselves according to light now; or if they desire so to-do, yet they have not leisure; | and hence reflect not upon themselves according to Light now; or if they desire so to-do, yet they have not leisure; | cc av vvb xx p-acp px32 vvg p-acp n1 av; cc cs pns32 vvb av j, av pns32 vhb xx n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2341 | Page 159 |
12986 | the noise and multitude of cares, keeps them from a cleare knowing of their estates: | the noise and multitude of Cares, keeps them from a clear knowing of their estates: | dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vvz pno32 p-acp dt j vvg pp-f po32 n2: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2341 | Page 159 |
12987 | but now men shall be brought to the Land of solitariness, and shall have leisure to see, having Gods light let in to see by; | but now men shall be brought to the Land of solitariness, and shall have leisure to see, having God's Light let in to see by; | cc-acp av n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi, vhg n2 av-j vvb p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2341 | Page 159 |
12988 | there shall then be no business, but only to consider, Who am I? and what have I done? men shall have no Cities to build, | there shall then be no business, but only to Consider, Who am I? and what have I done? men shall have no Cities to built, | pc-acp vmb av vbi dx n1, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi, q-crq vbm pns11? cc q-crq vhb pns11 vdn? n2 vmb vhi dx n2 pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2341 | Page 159 |
12989 | nor business to do, as Faelix then, and hence put out the light. Because then conscience is throughly awakened, |
nor business to do, as Felix then, and hence put out the Light. Because then conscience is thoroughly awakened, Because it is a time of judgement now; | ccx n1 pc-acp vdi, c-acp fw-la av, cc av vvd av dt n1. c-acp av n1 vbz av-j vvn, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2341 | Page 159 |
12990 | and if so, then the witnesses must appeare; though they have been silent long before, they shall be forced to speak. | and if so, then the Witnesses must appear; though they have been silent long before, they shall be forced to speak. | cc cs av, cs dt n2 vmb vvi; cs pns32 vhb vbn j av-j a-acp, pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2342 | Page 159 |
12991 | Now it is wonderful to see what conscience will speak when God awakens it; men many times will not see the evil which they have done; | Now it is wondered to see what conscience will speak when God awakens it; men many times will not see the evil which they have done; | av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 vmb vvi c-crq np1 vvz pn31; n2 d n2 vmb xx vvi dt n-jn r-crq pns32 vhb vdn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2342 | Page 159 |
12992 | but conscience will make them see it, nay, confess it, when 'tis awakened. Three things conscience will do, when it is awakened. | but conscience will make them see it, nay, confess it, when it's awakened. Three things conscience will do, when it is awakened. | cc-acp n1 vmb vvi pno32 vvi pn31, uh-x, vvb pn31, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn. crd n2 n1 vmb vdi, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2342 | Page 159 |
13320 | and gone from home, if there should never be misery, but you might eat your bread, | and gone from home, if there should never be misery, but you might eat your bred, | cc vvn p-acp n1-an, cs pc-acp vmd av vbi n1, cc-acp pn22 vmd vvi po22 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
12993 | 1. It will shew a man his chief sins, which he defended, which he extenuated, which he never suspected; These things hast thou done. | 1. It will show a man his chief Sins, which he defended, which he extenuated, which he never suspected; These things hast thou done. | crd pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 po31 j-jn n2, r-crq pns31 vvd, r-crq pns31 vvn, r-crq pns31 av-x vvn; d n2 vh2 pns21 vdn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2343 | Page 159 |
12994 | 2. It can bring fresh to memory sins forgotten, sleighted, dead and buried, a great number, all of them as if new done. | 2. It can bring fresh to memory Sins forgotten, sleighted, dead and buried, a great number, all of them as if new done. | crd pn31 vmb vvi j p-acp n1 n2 vvn, vvn, j cc vvn, dt j n1, d pp-f pno32 c-acp cs j vdn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2344 | Page 159 |
12995 | Iohn 4. 29. all things that ever I did. | John 4. 29. all things that ever I did. | np1 crd crd d n2 cst av pns11 vdd. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2344 | Page 159 |
12996 | 3. It can, and will aggravate all these things and sins, and present them in the greatness of them, that mens mouths shall pass their own Sentence upon them, as Cain did; | 3. It can, and will aggravate all these things and Sins, and present them in the greatness of them, that men's mouths shall pass their own Sentence upon them, as Cain did; | crd pn31 vmb, cc vmb vvi d d n2 cc n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cst ng2 n2 vmb vvi po32 d n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 vdd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2345 | Page 159 |
12997 | that let all the world perswade them their case is good, they cannot believe it; now this we see in this life in some; | that let all the world persuade them their case is good, they cannot believe it; now this we see in this life in Some; | d vvb d dt n1 vvi pno32 po32 n1 vbz j, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31; av d pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2345 | Page 159 |
12998 | but when life is ended, then these things shall be acted much more lively, Psal. 50. 21. I will reprove thee; even of what they thought God did approve; | but when life is ended, then these things shall be acted much more lively, Psalm 50. 21. I will reprove thee; even of what they Thought God did approve; | cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz vvn, cs d n2 vmb vbi vvn av-d av-dc j, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi pno21; av pp-f r-crq pns32 vvd np1 vdd vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2345 | Page 159 |
12999 | and I will set them in order, in their number and greatness before thy eyes; i. e. of conscience; | and I will Set them in order, in their number and greatness before thy eyes; i. e. of conscience; | cc pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1, p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 n2; sy. sy. pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2345 | Page 159 |
13000 | all falshoods, deceits, loathsome tricks, &c. I did this and that, but I had these ends in them, | all falsehoods, Deceits, loathsome tricks, etc. I did this and that, but I had these ends in them, | d n2, n2, j n2, av pns11 vdd d cc d, cc-acp pns11 vhd d n2 p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2345 | Page 159 |
13001 | and I harboured these sins by them, will conscience make men say. | and I Harboured these Sins by them, will conscience make men say. | cc pns11 vvd d n2 p-acp pno32, vmb n1 vvi n2 vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2345 | Page 159 |
13002 | Because now Satan, to whose custody the soul is committed, |
Because now Satan, to whose custody the soul is committed, appears to the soul, and it sees it self in his hands. | c-acp av np1, p-acp rg-crq n1 dt n1 vbz vvn, vvz p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 159 |
13003 | The best Hypocrite is never delivered out of the hands of Satan and his power; he will eithe•r keep constant possession; | The best Hypocrite is never Delivered out of the hands of Satan and his power; he will eithe•r keep constant possession; | dt js n1 vbz av-x vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1; pns31 vmb av vvi j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 159 |
13004 | or if not, yet he will returne againe; | or if not, yet he will return again; | cc cs xx, av pns31 vmb vvi av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 159 |
13005 | now he will not appear in this time of peace to the soul, because there is yet hope; | now he will not appear in this time of peace to the soul, Because there is yet hope; | av pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz av n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 159 |
13006 | but after death, then hope is past, and therefore then he appeares; | but After death, then hope is past, and Therefore then he appears; | cc-acp p-acp n1, cs n1 vbz j, cc av cs pns31 vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 159 |
13007 | for as the souls of the Elect are carryed to Heaven by Angels, and blessed among them; | for as the Souls of the Elect Are carried to Heaven by Angels, and blessed among them; | p-acp c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cc vvn p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 159 |
13008 | so è •ontrà, the souls of the wicked are in the hands of Devils; 1 Pet. 3. 19. He preacht to the spirits now in Prison; | so è •ontrà, the Souls of the wicked Are in the hands of Devils; 1 Pet. 3. 19. He preached to the spirits now in Prison; | av fw-fr fw-la, dt n2 pp-f dt j vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 av p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 160 |
13009 | Theeves, so long as they are not known, or if known, not apprehended, they fear not death; | Thieves, so long as they Are not known, or if known, not apprehended, they Fear not death; | n2, av av-j c-acp pns32 vbr xx vvn, cc cs vvn, xx vvn, pns32 vvb xx n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 160 |
13010 | but when taken, and laid up in prison, there they know their death, and there they see their Jaylour; so here; | but when taken, and laid up in prison, there they know their death, and there they see their Jailer; so Here; | cc-acp c-crq vvn, cc vvd a-acp p-acp n1, a-acp pns32 vvb po32 n1, cc a-acp pns32 vvb po32 n1; av av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 160 |
13011 | and as Satan did condemne, and sad the heart of the humbled out-cast, 2 Cor. 2. 11. so much more these, | and as Satan did condemn, and sad the heart of the humbled outcast, 2 Cor. 2. 11. so much more these, | cc c-acp np1 vdd vvi, cc j dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, crd np1 crd crd av av-d av-dc d, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 160 |
13012 | when cast out from the presence of God. | when cast out from the presence of God. | c-crq vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 160 |
13013 | A Ca•tive when taken by him that hath overcome him, the Conquerour appeares, and sets his foot upon him, especially if one eminent whom Satan hath conquered. | A Ca•tive when taken by him that hath overcome him, the Conqueror appears, and sets his foot upon him, especially if one eminent whom Satan hath conquered. | dt n1 c-crq vvn p-acp pno31 cst vhz vvn pno31, dt n1 vvz, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno31, av-j cs crd j r-crq np1 vhz vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2346 | Page 160 |
13014 | Because of the intolerable and heavy wrath of God, |
Because of the intolerable and heavy wrath of God, which then does seize upon the soul. | c-acp pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av vdz vvi p-acp dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13015 | Luke 16. I am t•rment•d: In this life, though God be lost, yet mens hearts are comforted with creatures, and patience, and common bounty; | Lycia 16. I am t•rment•d: In this life, though God be lost, yet men's hearts Are comforted with creatures, and patience, and Common bounty; | av crd pns11 vbm vvn: p-acp d n1, cs np1 vbb vvn, av ng2 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc n1, cc j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13016 | as it is with skall'd legs, eased in the water; | as it is with skalled legs, eased in the water; | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp vvn n2, vvn p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13017 | but now when men are dead, then there is no creature to enjoy, to ease the heart; | but now when men Are dead, then there is no creature to enjoy, to ease the heart; | cc-acp av c-crq n2 vbr j, cs pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13018 | the body is dead, and what are these things to the soul; now hence the soule feels God is gone, and for ever gone; | the body is dead, and what Are these things to the soul; now hence the soul feels God is gone, and for ever gone; | dt n1 vbz j, cc q-crq vbr d n2 p-acp dt n1; av av dt n1 vvz np1 vbz vvn, cc p-acp av vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13019 | and now when he hath most need, in great torment gone, the soul feels this, I say; | and now when he hath most need, in great torment gone, the soul feels this, I say; | cc av c-crq pns31 vhz av-ds n1, p-acp j n1 vvn, dt n1 vvz d, pns11 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13020 | and feeling this woe, it knows it indeed; the beasts know their misery, when they feel the Knife in their hearts. | and feeling this woe, it knows it indeed; the beasts know their misery, when they feel the Knife in their hearts. | cc vvg d n1, pn31 vvz pn31 av; dt n2 vvb po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp po32 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13021 | Let men deceive themselves never so deeply with false imaginations, yet when they feel it otherwise, it shall confute them, | Let men deceive themselves never so deeply with false Imaginations, yet when they feel it otherwise, it shall confute them, | vvb n2 vvi px32 av av av-jn p-acp j n2, av c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 av, pn31 vmb vvi pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13022 | as the Generations of men in the dayes of Noah; men will have some hope while patience lasts, | as the Generations of men in the days of Noah; men will have Some hope while patience lasts, | c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; n2 vmb vhi d n1 cs n1 vvz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13023 | but when that's gone, then their hopes and hearts sink also; | but when that's gone, then their hope's and hearts sink also; | cc-acp q-crq d|vbz vvn, cs po32 n2 cc n2 vvb av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13024 | whiles men be in the Vessel, they hope to live, but if that sink, and they can see no plank, | while men be in the Vessel, they hope to live, but if that sink, and they can see no plank, | cs n2 vbb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc-acp cs d n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi dx n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13025 | nor shore, but see waves, and men crying, &c. now their hearts must needs fail them. | nor shore, but see waves, and men crying, etc. now their hearts must needs fail them. | ccx n1, cc-acp vvb n2, cc n2 vvg, av av po32 n2 vmb av vvi pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2347 | Page 160 |
13026 | Of terrour to them who upon cleare conviction from the Word, |
Of terror to them who upon clear conviction from the Word, will not believe their doom, their misery now. | pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb xx vvi po32 n1, po32 n1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13027 | Sometime the Word comes so near men, and the very sin they live and lie in, is pointed at, found out, | Sometime the Word comes so near men, and the very since they live and lie in, is pointed At, found out, | av dt n1 vvz av av-j n2, cc dt j n1 pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp, vbz vvn p-acp, vvd av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13028 | and words, and thoughts opened, as if some body had told the Minister of the man; | and words, and thoughts opened, as if Some body had told the Minister of the man; | cc n2, cc n2 vvn, c-acp cs d n1 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13029 | and they think He speaks against me, but they will not believe that sin is so black, | and they think He speaks against me, but they will not believe that since is so black, | cc pns32 vvb pns31 vvz p-acp pno11, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi d n1 vbz av j-jn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13030 | or God so angry, but hope well; | or God so angry, but hope well; | cc np1 av j, cc-acp vvb av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13031 | but if they do sleight, and regard not these convictions, yet oh remember the time is drawing on, | but if they do sleight, and regard not these convictions, yet o Remember the time is drawing on, | cc-acp cs pns32 vdb n1, cc vvb xx d n2, av uh vvb dt n1 vbz vvg a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13032 | and it is not farre of, but therein you shall know, the word of the Lord is more precious to him than to you; | and it is not Far of, but therein you shall know, the word of the Lord is more precious to him than to you; | cc pn31 vbz xx av-j pp-f, cc-acp av pn22 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp pno31 cs p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13033 | you let it fall, but the Lord will not; | you let it fallen, but the Lord will not; | pn22 vvb pn31 vvi, cc-acp dt n1 vmb xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13034 | 1 Sam. 3. 19. The Old World would not believe Noah, the Lord therefore made their experience convince them of it. | 1 Sam. 3. 19. The Old World would not believe Noah, the Lord Therefore made their experience convince them of it. | crd np1 crd crd dt j n1 vmd xx vvi np1, dt n1 av vvd po32 n1 vvi pno32 pp-f pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13035 | I know men may be deceived; but as he said in another case, The word is not bound; | I know men may be deceived; but as he said in Another case, The word is not bound; | pns11 vvb n2 vmb vbi vvn; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn n1, dt n1 vbz xx vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13036 | so the word which like God, searcheth the secrets of thy heart, and thy Hypocrisie, that is not deceitful; | so the word which like God, Searches the secrets of thy heart, and thy Hypocrisy, that is not deceitful; | av dt n1 r-crq av-j np1, vvz dt n2-jn pp-f po21 n1, cc po21 n1, cst vbz xx j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13037 | thy Scepter, O Lord, is a right Scepter, and it cannot be crook't and bent. | thy Sceptre, Oh Lord, is a right Sceptre, and it cannot be crooked and bent. | po21 n1, uh n1, vbz dt j-jn n1, cc pn31 vmbx vbi j cc vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13038 | And if man doth condemn thee, know it, God is greater then man, and it is his glory to confirm the words of his Servants, that are not Diviners, South-sayers, | And if man does condemn thee, know it, God is greater then man, and it is his glory to confirm the words of his Servants, that Are not Diviners, Soothsayers, | cc cs n1 vdz vvi pno21, vvb pn31, np1 vbz jc cs n1, cc pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, cst vbr xx n2, j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13039 | and uncertaine Prognosticators of mens des•inies, Isa. 44. 26. but having their warrant from the Word, it shall be confirmed by God himself; | and uncertain Prognosticators of men's des•inies, Isaiah 44. 26. but having their warrant from the Word, it shall be confirmed by God himself; | cc j n2 pp-f ng2 n2, np1 crd crd p-acp vhg po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 px31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13040 | nay, that very Word shall arise, though it sleeps now; | nay, that very Word shall arise, though it sleeps now; | uh-x, cst j n1 vmb vvi, cs pn31 vvz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13041 | the Word is only left as a Witnesse, Matth. 24. 14. and do you think it shall not be so? if Christ lives, he will confirm it. | the Word is only left as a Witness, Matthew 24. 14. and do you think it shall not be so? if christ lives, he will confirm it. | dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt vvb, np1 crd crd cc vdb pn22 vvi pn31 vmb xx vbi av? cs np1 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13042 | Is it not better to know your condition now, and be humbled for it, seeing else you must know it, | Is it not better to know your condition now, and be humbled for it, seeing Else you must know it, | vbz pn31 xx jc pc-acp vvi po22 n1 av, cc vbi vvn p-acp pn31, vvg av pn22 vmb vvi pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13043 | when it is too late to know it? If two have a Quarrel against each other, | when it is too late to know it? If two have a Quarrel against each other, | c-crq pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi pn31? cs crd vhb dt vvb p-acp d n-jn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13044 | and the one who hath the better side entreats to agree with him, to acknowledge his fault, be humbled, he will forgive him, | and the one who hath the better side entreats to agree with him, to acknowledge his fault, be humbled, he will forgive him, | cc dt crd r-crq vhz dt jc n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vbb vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13045 | before he comes to higher Courts where it will be tried, and himself cast, and such a Fine, | before he comes to higher Courts where it will be tried, and himself cast, and such a Fine, | c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp jc n2 c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cc px31 vvn, cc d dt j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13046 | and damages be set upon his head, as will utterly undo him; | and damages be Set upon his head, as will utterly undo him; | cc n2 vbb vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vmb av-j vvi pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 160 |
13047 | is it not a misery for such an one so brought under, to feed himself with hopes, | is it not a misery for such an one so brought under, to feed himself with hope's, | vbz pn31 xx dt n1 p-acp d dt crd av vvn p-acp, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 161 |
13048 | and not to listen, till he hath spent all, and is utterly undone, and beggar'd; truly thus 'tis here; | and not to listen, till he hath spent all, and is utterly undone, and beggared; truly thus it's Here; | cc xx pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn d, cc vbz av-j vvn, cc j-vvn; av-j av pn31|vbz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 161 |
13049 | And so I end, with reminding you of the speech of God to Elies Sons, 1 Sam. 2. 25. They heard not their father, because God would slay them; | And so I end, with reminding you of the speech of God to Ely's Sons, 1 Sam. 2. 25. They herd not their father, Because God would slay them; | cc av pns11 vvb, p-acp vvg pn22 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvz n2, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vvd xx po32 n1, c-acp np1 vmd vvi pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 161 |
13050 | so here you will not hear Ministers condemne you, because God will do it. | so Here you will not hear Ministers condemn you, Because God will do it. | av av pn22 vmb xx vvi n2 vvi pn22, c-acp np1 vmb vdi pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2348 | Page 161 |
13051 | See the great folly of tho•e, who having got some false comforts, Use 2. and are lo•h to know the worst of their •states now; | See the great folly of tho•e, who having god Some false comforts, Use 2. and Are lo•h to know the worst of their •states now; | vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vhg vvn d j n2, vvb crd cc vbr j pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f po32 n2 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13052 | Isa. 30. 10. that say to the Prophets, Prophesie deceits; or if not, they will not come to the light; | Isaiah 30. 10. that say to the prophets, Prophesy Deceits; or if not, they will not come to the Light; | np1 crd crd cst vvz p-acp dt n2, vvb n2; cc cs xx, pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13053 | Iohn 3. 20. or if light come to them, they hate it, and put it out, choak it, | John 3. 20. or if Light come to them, they hate it, and put it out, choke it, | np1 crd crd cc cs n1 vvb p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb pn31, cc vvi pn31 av, vvb pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13054 | if they do not also hate the man. | if they do not also hate the man. | cs pns32 vdb xx av vvi dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13055 | Shall you know your estates hereafter, and will you not see them now? what comfort will this be to you? There is a Beast, | Shall you know your estates hereafter, and will you not see them now? what Comfort will this be to you? There is a Beast, | vmb pn22 vvi po22 n2 av, cc vmb pn22 xx vvi pno32 av? q-crq n1 vmb d vbi p-acp pn22? pc-acp vbz dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13056 | when it is hunted, and weary, runnes its head into the ground or bushes, and thinks it self then safe, | when it is hunted, and weary, runs its head into the ground or Bushes, and thinks it self then safe, | c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cc j, vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2, cc vvz pn31 n1 av j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13057 | though its body be all seen; | though its body be all seen; | cs po31 n1 vbb d vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13058 | and that the Hunter doth not see it, nor the Hounds, because it sees not them; So it is here; | and that the Hunter does not see it, nor the Hounds, Because it sees not them; So it is Here; | cc cst dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn31, ccx dt n2, c-acp pn31 vvz xx pno32; av pn31 vbz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13059 | What wi•l it profit you to hide your eyes from the Almighties search, who cannot hide your selves? It's true, | What wi•l it profit you to hide your eyes from the Almighty's search, who cannot hide your selves? It's true, | q-crq vmb pn31 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt ng1-jn n1, r-crq vmbx vvi po22 n2? pn31|vbz j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13060 | if there was no hope n•w, then men might comfort themselves, and not dye with thoughts and fears of it, till they come to dye; but there is hope; | if there was no hope n•w, then men might Comfort themselves, and not die with thoughts and fears of it, till they come to die; but there is hope; | cs pc-acp vbds dx n1 av, cs n2 vmd vvi px32, cc xx vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi; cc-acp pc-acp vbz n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13061 | — Oh folly not to see it now! and truly this is mens frame. | — O folly not to see it now! and truly this is men's frame. | — uh n1 xx pc-acp vvi pn31 av! cc av-j d vbz ng2 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2349 | Page 161 |
13062 | 1. Because some think it a shame to begin now, after they have been so well thought of, now to strip themselves. | 1. Because Some think it a shame to begin now, After they have been so well Thought of, now to strip themselves. | crd p-acp d vvb pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi av, c-acp pns32 vhb vbn av av vvn pp-f, av pc-acp vvi px32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2350 | Page 161 |
13063 | 2. Because of trouble, men naturally will avoid it, and hence skin their •ores over superficially. | 2. Because of trouble, men naturally will avoid it, and hence skin their •ores over superficially. | crd p-acp pp-f n1, n2 av-j vmb vvi pn31, cc av n1 po32 n2 a-acp av-j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2351 | Page 161 |
13064 | 3. Because they think it impossible, or very difficult to be saved now, if all should be naught that they have done already; | 3. Because they think it impossible, or very difficult to be saved now, if all should be nought that they have done already; | crd p-acp pns32 vvb pn31 j, cc av j pc-acp vbi vvn av, cs d vmd vbi pi cst pns32 vhb vdn av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2352 | Page 161 |
13065 | and hence, rather hazard all, and put it to the venture. 4. Because they must maintaine their innocency and confidence. | and hence, rather hazard all, and put it to the venture. 4. Because they must maintain their innocency and confidence. | cc av, av-c vvb d, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1. crd p-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 cc n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2352 | Page 161 |
13066 | What? must I not believe, no• hope well? | What? must I not believe, no• hope well? | q-crq? vmb pns11 xx vvi, n1 vvb av? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2353 | Page 161 |
13067 | 5. Because when they have done their best, they can do no more than what they do now, viz. trust to Gods mercy. But more particularly this appeares. | 5. Because when they have done their best, they can do no more than what they do now, viz. trust to God's mercy. But more particularly this appears. | crd p-acp c-crq pns32 vhb vdn po32 js, pns32 vmb vdi dx dc cs r-crq pns32 vdb av, n1 vvb p-acp ng1 n1. p-acp av-dc av-j d vvz. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2354 | Page 161 |
13068 | First, When men will not see, nor desire the Lord to reveal their sinne and deceits, Psalme 36. 3. That's one part of •eart-flattery, not to see to do good; | First, When men will not see, nor desire the Lord to reveal their sin and Deceits, Psalm 36. 3. That's one part of •eart-flattery, not to see to do good; | ord, c-crq n2 vmb xx vvi, ccx vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n2, n1 crd crd d|vbz crd n1 pp-f n1, xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13069 | a gracious heart is broken off from flattery; he knows it, and hence will to the Lord; | a gracious heart is broken off from flattery; he knows it, and hence will to the Lord; | dt j n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1; pns31 vvz pn31, cc av vmb p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13070 | when he know• not himself, and his estate, Lord teach me; the damning sin, is some dear sin; | when he know• not himself, and his estate, Lord teach me; the damning since, is Some dear since; | c-crq pns31 n1 xx px31, cc po31 n1, n1 vvb pno11; dt vvg n1, vbz d j-jn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13071 | a sin which the soul allowes habitation, and house-roome, and heart-roome unto; and hence it will not see it, because it would not part with it; | a since which the soul allows habitation, and houseroom, and heart-room unto; and hence it will not see it, Because it would not part with it; | dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp; cc av pn31 vmb xx vvi pn31, c-acp pn31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13072 | and hence it faith, It cannot see it, because it will not; it's in love with the flattery of it; | and hence it faith, It cannot see it, Because it will not; it's in love with the flattery of it; | cc av pn31 n1, pn31 vmbx vvi pn31, c-acp pn31 vmb xx; pn31|vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13073 | and hence 'tis it, because it will not, it's in love with the flattery of it; | and hence it's it, Because it will not, it's in love with the flattery of it; | cc av pn31|vbz pn31, c-acp pn31 vmb xx, pn31|vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13074 | and hence 'tis strange to see some that live in oppression by unlawful prizes, and exacting immoderate wages, cannot see their sin, | and hence it's strange to see Some that live in oppression by unlawful prizes, and exacting immoderate wages, cannot see their since, | cc av pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi d cst vvb p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, cc vvg j n2, vmbx vvi po32 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13075 | though privately, and publickly spoken of, because they will not; cannot see it, because they will not; | though privately, and publicly spoken of, Because they will not; cannot see it, Because they will not; | cs av-j, cc av-j vvn pp-f, c-acp pns32 vmb xx; vmbx vvi pn31, c-acp pns32 vmb xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13076 | 'tis strange to see how time-servers will defend their Fashions; and they cannot see it, because the heart is secretly in love with such vanities; | it's strange to see how time-servers will defend their Fashions; and they cannot see it, Because the heart is secretly in love with such vanities; | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq j vmb vvi po32 n2; cc pns32 vmbx vvi pn31, c-acp dt n1 vbz av-jn p-acp n1 p-acp d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13077 | and 'tis just, seeing they love not the truth, they should be deceived by errors; Two wayes men have to hide their sins from God himself. | and it's just, seeing they love not the truth, they should be deceived by errors; Two ways men have to hide their Sins from God himself. | cc pn31|vbz j, vvg pns32 vvb xx dt n1, pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2; crd n2 n2 vhb pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp np1 px31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2356 | Page 161 |
13078 | 1. By covering them with reason; | 1. By covering them with reason; | crd p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2357 | Page 161 |
13079 | A man that is ashamed of his nakedness or sore, he will get a covering for it; | A man that is ashamed of his nakedness or soar, he will get a covering for it; | dt n1 cst vbz j pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n-vvg p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2357 | Page 161 |
13080 | hereby one may know what a mans chief sin is; viz. by his reason•ngs for it; | hereby one may know what a men chief since is; viz. by his reason•ngs for it; | av pi vmb vvi r-crq dt ng1 j-jn n1 vbz; n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2357 | Page 161 |
13081 | as one may know where the eggs be, by the Hens sitting upon them; and truly, a little reason will blinde the eyes many times; | as one may know where the eggs be, by the Hens sitting upon them; and truly, a little reason will blind the eyes many times; | c-acp crd vmb vvi c-crq dt n2 vbb, p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp pno32; cc av-j, dt j n1 vmb vvi dt n2 d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2357 | Page 161 |
13082 | nay, though God and Scripture be brought in; | nay, though God and Scripture be brought in; | uh-x, cs np1 cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2357 | Page 161 |
13896 | the stony ground received the Word with joy, was affected with the grace of Christ; | the stony ground received the Word with joy, was affected with the grace of christ; | dt j n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13083 | Balaam would •ain finde out some light from God to curse, and from Altar to Altar he went, &c. but found nothing; Thus here, &c. 2. By covering them with duties and sorrows, and yet keeping them; | balaam would •ain find out Some Light from God to curse, and from Altar to Altar he went, etc. but found nothing; Thus Here, etc. 2. By covering them with duties and sorrows, and yet keeping them; | np1 vmd av vvi av d n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pns31 vvd, av p-acp vvd pix; av av, av crd p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av vvg pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2357 | Page 162 |
13084 | for when men do see their sin, and 'tis great, what do they therefore? they wash it with teares; | for when men do see their since, and it's great, what do they Therefore? they wash it with tears; | c-acp c-crq n2 vdb vvi po32 n1, cc pn31|vbz j, q-crq vdb pns32 av? pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2358 | Page 162 |
13085 | they confess it as those, Isa. 58. 5, 6. they fast for strife or debate; they would be vexed with enraged consciences but for these duties; | they confess it as those, Isaiah 58. 5, 6. they fast for strife or debate; they would be vexed with enraged Consciences but for these duties; | pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1; pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp j-vvn n2 cc-acp p-acp d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2358 | Page 162 |
13086 | and this makes them hope well; | and this makes them hope well; | cc d vvz pno32 vvi av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2358 | Page 162 |
13087 | and here come in those distinctions, I have sins as others, but I mourn under them! | and Here come in those Distinctions, I have Sins as Others, but I mourn under them! | cc av vvb p-acp d n2, pns11 vhb n2 c-acp n2-jn, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno32! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2358 | Page 162 |
13088 | oh but Remember, those sorrows destroy sin by little and little, and do not feed sin; | o but remember, those sorrows destroy since by little and little, and do not feed since; | uh cc-acp vvb, d n2 vvi n1 p-acp j cc j, cc vdb xx vvi n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2358 | Page 162 |
13089 | but these ease thee in thy sin; Hosea 10. 4. Hemlock growes up in the F•rrow•s; | but these ease thee in thy since; Hosea 10. 4. Hemlock grows up in the F•rrow•s; | cc-acp d n1 pno21 p-acp po21 n1; np1 crd crd n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2358 | Page 162 |
13090 | you speak words, saith the Lord, &c. So here, &c. | you speak words, Says the Lord, etc. So Here, etc. | pn22 vvb n2, vvz dt n1, av av av, av | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2358 | Page 162 |
13091 | Secondly, When men are willing the Lord should let them see their sin, but unwilling to attend him in the use of all meanes for that end; especially these two. | Secondly, When men Are willing the Lord should let them see their since, but unwilling to attend him in the use of all means for that end; especially these two. | ord, c-crq n2 vbr j dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 vvi po32 n1, cc-acp j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp d n1; av-j d crd. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2359 | Page 162 |
13092 | 1. Diligent watch over the heart daily, by frequent reflecting upon its own acts; | 1. Diligent watch over the heart daily, by frequent reflecting upon its own acts; | crd j n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j, p-acp j vvg p-acp po31 d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2360 | Page 162 |
13093 | it's strange to see what discoveries might be made by observing ends, aimes, motives of workings; | it's strange to see what discoveries might be made by observing ends, aims, motives of workings; | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg n2, n2, n2 pp-f n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2360 | Page 162 |
13094 | Hence Christ beats much upon this. | Hence christ beats much upon this. | av np1 vvz av-d p-acp d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2360 | Page 162 |
13095 | 2. Daily Meditation in some solemn manner. 2 Tim. 2. 7. Consider what I say; and •he Lord shall give thee understanding; | 2. Daily Meditation in Some solemn manner. 2 Tim. 2. 7. Consider what I say; and •he Lord shall give thee understanding; | crd j n1 p-acp d j n1. crd np1 crd crd vvb r-crq pns11 vvb; cc j n1 vmb vvi pno21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2361 | Page 162 |
13096 | 'Tis a thousand to one if men do not lose themselves, and souls in neglect of this. | It's a thousand to one if men do not loose themselves, and Souls in neglect of this. | pn31|vbz dt crd p-acp crd cs n2 vdb xx vvi px32, cc n2 p-acp n1 pp-f d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2361 | Page 162 |
13097 | Hag. 1. 5, 7. David said, I considered my wayes, and turned. | Hag. 1. 5, 7. David said, I considered my ways, and turned. | np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvd, pns11 vvd po11 n2, cc vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2361 | Page 162 |
13098 | Now to say, Let the Lord search me, but not to use means, is to shut your eyes against the book, | Now to say, Let the Lord search me, but not to use means, is to shut your eyes against the book, | av pc-acp vvi, vvb dt n1 vvb pno11, cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi n2, vbz pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2361 | Page 162 |
13099 | and say, Now Lord teach me. Of Exhortation; Vs• 3. Oh therefore know the worst of your own hearts n•w. | and say, Now Lord teach me. Of Exhortation; Vs• 3. O Therefore know the worst of your own hearts n•w. | cc vvi, av n1 vvb pno11. pp-f n1; np1 crd uh av vvb dt js pp-f po22 d n2 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2361 | Page 162 |
13100 | Phil. 2. 12. Work out your salvation with feare: Saints with a feare of careful search, but you much more. | Philip 2. 12. Work out your salvation with Fear: Saints with a Fear of careful search, but you much more. | np1 crd crd vvb av po22 n1 p-acp n1: n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc-acp pn22 d av-dc. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13101 | Gen. 27. 11, 12. When Reb•ccah would have Iacob go to Isaac, saith Iacob, What if my Father f•el me! | Gen. 27. 11, 12. When Reb•ccah would have Iacob go to Isaac, Says Iacob, What if my Father f•el me! | np1 crd crd, crd c-crq np1 vmd vhi np1 vvb p-acp np1, vvz np1, r-crq cs po11 n1 vvb pno11! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13102 | I may get a curse then. So the Lord Jesus (believe it) will feel thee; | I may get a curse then. So the Lord jesus (believe it) will feel thee; | pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 av. av dt n1 np1 (vvb pn31) vmb vvi pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13103 | he will see who thou art, before he let thee into Heaven; | he will see who thou art, before he let thee into Heaven; | pns31 vmb vvi r-crq pns21 vb2r, c-acp pns31 vvb pno21 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13104 | if thou art a stranger to thy sin, and Christ, and his grace, thou shalt see the gate shut upon thee hereafter; | if thou art a stranger to thy since, and christ, and his grace, thou shalt see the gate shut upon thee hereafter; | cs pns21 vb2r dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc np1, cc po31 n1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp pno21 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13105 | therefore know it now how 'tis with thee; | Therefore know it now how it's with thee; | av vvb pn31 av c-crq pn31|vbz p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13106 | nothing will be such a cut to thy heart as this, viz. when 'tis too late to see the sin which ruined; oh this will torment! | nothing will be such a Cut to thy heart as this, viz. when it's too late to see the since which ruined; o this will torment! | pix vmb vbi d dt n1 p-acp po21 n1 c-acp d, n1 c-crq pn31|vbz av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vvd; uh d vmb vvi! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13107 | as it doth Politicians, when they see, There I forsook a Rule of Policy, there I was mistaken; | as it does Politicians, when they see, There I forsook a Rule of Policy, there I was mistaken; | c-acp pn31 vdz n2, c-crq pns32 vvb, a-acp pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp pns11 vbds vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13108 | if I had carried the business otherwise there, then I had got this; oh it troubles them; | if I had carried the business otherwise there, then I had god this; o it Troubles them; | cs pns11 vhd vvn dt n1 av a-acp, cs pns11 vhd vvn d; uh pn31 vvz pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13109 | so it will do you, when you shall see your Projects and Hopes dasht. Quest. How shall I know this? | so it will do you, when you shall see your Projects and Hope's dashed. Quest. How shall I know this? | av pn31 vmb vdi pn22, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 cc ng1 vvn. n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2362 | Page 162 |
13110 | Answ. 1. Mark what others, godly, and discerning, speak, or fear concerning thee; | Answer 1. Mark what Others, godly, and discerning, speak, or Fear Concerning thee; | np1 crd n1 q-crq n2-jn, j, cc vvg, vvb, cc vvb vvg pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2364 | Page 162 |
13111 | for though God reveals not a Hypocrite to all, yet 'tis seldom but it is to some or other. 1 Tim. 5. 25. not speak against, | for though God reveals not a Hypocrite to all, yet it's seldom but it is to Some or other. 1 Tim. 5. 25. not speak against, | c-acp cs np1 vvz xx dt n1 p-acp d, av pn31|vbz av p-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp d cc n-jn. crd np1 crd crd xx vvi p-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2364 | Page 162 |
13112 | yet not give a full Testimony. | yet not give a full Testimony. | av xx vvi dt j n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2364 | Page 162 |
13113 | 2. Mark what conscience speaks, or feares thee with in cool blood, without getting those feares quencht by fresh Application of Christs blood; | 2. Mark what conscience speaks, or fears thee with in cool blood, without getting those fears quenched by fresh Application of Christ blood; | crd n1 r-crq n1 vvz, cc vvz pno21 p-acp p-acp j n1, p-acp vvg d n2 vvn p-acp j n1 pp-f npg1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2365 | Page 162 |
13114 | it's said, The feares of the wicked shall come upon him; | it's said, The fears of the wicked shall come upon him; | pn31|vbz vvn, dt n2 pp-f dt j vmb vvi p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2365 | Page 162 |
13115 | there are some hot pangs which men have, and then think well of themselves, but gene•ally live out from God and Christ. | there Are Some hight pangs which men have, and then think well of themselves, but gene•ally live out from God and christ. | pc-acp vbr d j n2 r-crq n2 vhb, cc av vvb av pp-f px32, cc-acp av-j vvi av p-acp np1 cc np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2365 | Page 162 |
13116 | Mark which way the scale tur•es, when you are still; the worme that is not killed, will gnaw for ever, if it bites now. | Mark which Way the scale tur•es, when you Are still; the worm that is not killed, will gnaw for ever, if it bites now. | n1 r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz, c-crq pn22 vbr av; dt n1 cst vbz xx vvn, vmb vvi p-acp av, cs pn31 vvz av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2365 | Page 162 |
13117 | 3. Mark what troubled thee when afflictions were upon thee; then God many times convinceth men of folly; | 3. Mark what troubled thee when afflictions were upon thee; then God many times Convinces men of folly; | crd n1 r-crq vvd pno21 c-crq n2 vbdr p-acp pno21; av np1 d n2 vvz n2 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2366 | Page 162 |
13118 | when Benjamins sack had the Cup, The Lord hath found out our iniquity, said they, Gen. 44. 16. So some evils may be falsely imputed, | when Benjamites sack had the Cup, The Lord hath found out our iniquity, said they, Gen. 44. 16. So Some evils may be falsely imputed, | c-crq ng1 n1 vhd dt n1, dt n1 vhz vvn av po12 n1, vvd pns32, np1 crd crd av d n2-jn vmb vbi av-j vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2366 | Page 163 |
13119 | but then you shall see some other sin (it may be) for which the Lord may have had long, a Controversie with you. | but then you shall see Some other since (it may be) for which the Lord may have had long, a Controversy with you. | cc-acp cs pn22 vmb vvi d j-jn n1 (pn31 vmb vbi) p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb vhi vhn j, dt n1 p-acp pn22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2366 | Page 163 |
13120 | 4. Mark what thou art when crossed; many a one is good, while men and God please him; | 4. Mark what thou art when crossed; many a one is good, while men and God please him; | crd n1 r-crq pns21 vb2r c-crq vvd; d dt pi vbz j, cs n2 cc np1 vvb pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2367 | Page 163 |
13121 | but when reproof comes, or he is crost, then he is mad, hair-brain'd, hateful, scorneful, wilful, Eccles. 10. 11. for men may be crost of their will, | but when reproof comes, or he is crossed, then he is mad, Hair-brained, hateful, scornful, wilful, Eccles. 10. 11. for men may be crossed of their will, | cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz, cc pns31 vbz vvn, cs pns31 vbz j, j, j, j, j, np1 crd crd p-acp n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f po32 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2367 | Page 163 |
13122 | but their own ends they will not be crost in; | but their own ends they will not be crossed in; | cc-acp po32 d n2 pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2367 | Page 163 |
13123 | Mark how you deny your own ends in what you do, then you may appeale to God indeed. | Mark how you deny your own ends in what you do, then you may appeal to God indeed. | vvb c-crq pn22 vvb po22 d n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vdb, cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2367 | Page 163 |
13124 | 5. Mark your temptations, and corruptions, with opposition; | 5. Mark your temptations, and corruptions, with opposition; | crd n1 po22 n2, cc n2, p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2368 | Page 163 |
13125 | if all be quiet, either there is a truce for a time, or else there is peace between you and sinne, | if all be quiet, either there is a truce for a time, or Else there is peace between you and sin, | cs d vbb j-jn, av-d pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pn22 cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2368 | Page 163 |
13126 | and Satan, and so Warre between God and you. 6. Mark thy Opinions; | and Satan, and so War between God and you. 6. Mark thy Opinions; | cc np1, cc av vvb p-acp np1 cc pn22. crd n1 po21 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2368 | Page 163 |
13127 | Sometimes, saith Solomon, a fool is not known till then, Prov. 17. 28. for they arise (unless some in simplicity) from some corruption. | Sometime, Says Solomon, a fool is not known till then, Curae 17. 28. for they arise (unless Some in simplicity) from Some corruption. | av, vvz np1, dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp av, np1 crd crd p-acp pns32 vvb (cs d p-acp n1) p-acp d n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2369 | Page 163 |
13128 | Question 2. How may the Saints come to be setled, that they may know this? | Question 2. How may the Saints come to be settled, that they may know this? | vvb crd q-crq vmb dt n2 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns32 vmb vvi d? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2370 | Page 163 |
13129 | Answer 1. Beware of contenting your self with any measure; but with Paul, reach after things before, &c. for hence the foolish Virgins were deceived; | Answer 1. Beware of contenting your self with any measure; but with Paul, reach After things before, etc. for hence the foolish Virgins were deceived; | vvb crd vvb pp-f vvg po22 n1 p-acp d n1; cc-acp p-acp np1, vvb p-acp n2 a-acp, av p-acp av dt j n2 vbdr vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2371 | Page 163 |
13130 | but after all fillings be ever empty, hungry, and feeling need, and praying for more, setting thy self against all sin; | but After all fillings be ever empty, hungry, and feeling need, and praying for more, setting thy self against all since; | cc-acp p-acp d n2 vbb av j, j, cc vvg n1, cc vvg p-acp dc, vvg po21 n1 p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2371 | Page 163 |
13131 | say with David, Cleanse me from secret sins. | say with David, Cleanse me from secret Sins. | vvb p-acp np1, vvb pno11 p-acp j-jn n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2371 | Page 163 |
13132 | 2. Strike at the root of all sin, ( viz. ) your evil natures, mourn daily under it, and the activity of it; | 2. Strike At the root of all since, (viz.) your evil nature's, mourn daily under it, and the activity of it; | crd vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (n1) po22 j-jn n2, vvb av-j p-acp pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2372 | Page 163 |
13133 | and though some sins be unknown, yet when the root dyes, they shall dye. Isa. 57. 18. When you mourn for this, God will speak peace. | and though Some Sins be unknown, yet when the root dies, they shall die. Isaiah 57. 18. When you mourn for this, God will speak peace. | cc cs d n2 vbb j, av c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns32 vmb vvi. np1 crd crd c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp d, np1 vmb vvi n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2372 | Page 163 |
13134 | 3. Be sure your end be right, that having received Christ, and doing duties, you do them before him, and for his sake; | 3. Be sure your end be right, that having received christ, and doing duties, you do them before him, and for his sake; | crd vbb j po22 n1 vbi j-jn, cst vhg vvn np1, cc vdg n2, pn22 vdb pno32 p-acp pno31, cc p-acp po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2373 | Page 163 |
13135 | for here Hypocrites 〈 ◊ 〉; | for Here Hypocrites 〈 ◊ 〉; | c-acp av n2 〈 sy 〉; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2373 | Page 163 |
13136 | and this makes Paul to appeale to Christ, 2 Cor. 5. Depart you ••rkers of iniquity, will Christ say hereafter; | and this makes Paul to appeal to christ, 2 Cor. 5. Depart you ••rkers of iniquity, will christ say hereafter; | cc d vvz np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, crd np1 crd vvb pn22 n2 pp-f n1, vmb np1 vvi av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2373 | Page 163 |
13137 | You have sought your selves in all this: | You have sought your selves in all this: | pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 p-acp d d: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2373 | Page 163 |
13138 | Though the duty is hard, and thy heart loth to come to it, yet say, For thy sake, Lord, I love it. | Though the duty is hard, and thy heart loath to come to it, yet say, For thy sake, Lord, I love it. | cs dt n1 vbz j, cc po21 n1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, av vvb, p-acp po21 n1, n1, pns11 vvb pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2373 | Page 163 |
13139 | The earnest cryes and prayers of unregenerate men at death or judgement, Observ. 2. are then too late to pr•cure m•r•y from the hands of Christ. | The earnest cries and Prayers of unregenerate men At death or judgement, Observation 2. Are then too late to pr•cure m•r•y from the hands of christ. | dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, np1 crd vbr av av av-j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2374 | Page 163 |
13140 | If there be any means in time of distress •o have help, it is by prayer; | If there be any means in time of distress •o have help, it is by prayer; | cs pc-acp vbb d n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 av vhb n1, pn31 vbz p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2374 | Page 163 |
13141 | it• helps the Saints out of deep pits, dark dungeo•s, Lam. 3. and Iron Furnaces, bitter agonies, intolerable pressures; | it• helps the Saints out of deep pits, dark dungeo•s, Lam. 3. and Iron Furnaces, bitter agonies, intolerable pressures; | n1 vvz dt n2 av pp-f j-jn n2, j n2, np1 crd cc n1 n2, j n2, j n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2374 | Page 163 |
13142 | but this meanes, though they shall use it then, because their torment is great, and their self-love remaines, | but this means, though they shall use it then, Because their torment is great, and their Self-love remains, | cc-acp d n2, cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av, c-acp po32 n1 vbz j, cc po32 n1 vvz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2374 | Page 163 |
13143 | as these Virgins did, yet it comes too late then; I know their prayers differ; but of that I shall speak hereafter. | as these Virgins did, yet it comes too late then; I know their Prayers differ; but of that I shall speak hereafter. | c-acp d n2 vdd, av pn31 vvz av av-j av; pns11 vvb po32 n2 vvi; cc-acp pp-f cst pns11 vmb vvi av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2374 | Page 163 |
13144 | If in this life sometimes they come too late, much more after this; |
If in this life sometime they come too late, much more After this; but so it is sometime; | cs p-acp d n1 av pns32 vvb av av-j, av-d av-dc p-acp d; p-acp av pn31 vbz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2375 | Page 163 |
13145 | Prov. 1. 28. Psal. 18. 41. Prov. 15. 1. even unto the Lord. | Curae 1. 28. Psalm 18. 41. Curae 15. 1. even unto the Lord. | np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av p-acp dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2375 | Page 163 |
13146 | The Lord sees it meet to give a taste of his severity after life, and in this life, that men may fear, | The Lord sees it meet to give a taste of his severity After life, and in this life, that men may Fear, | dt n1 vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1, cst n2 vmb vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2375 | Page 163 |
13147 | and the terrour may fall upon many. | and the terror may fallen upon many. | cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2375 | Page 163 |
13148 | Because then Christ sits upon the Throne of judgement, |
Because then christ sits upon the Throne of judgement, and so no Mediator to help them, as hath been proved; | c-acp av np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp vhz vbn vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2376 | Page 163 |
13149 | and if it be so, how shall they stand? Psalme 130. 3. In this life mercy waits, | and if it be so, how shall they stand? Psalm 130. 3. In this life mercy waits, | cc cs pn31 vbb av, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi? n1 crd crd p-acp d n1 n1 vvz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2376 | Page 163 |
13168 | and lie he•vy, and the Lord say. Now cry, and I'le deliver; it was no such sorrow, •hough b••ter enough to lie under wrath one moment; | and lie he•vy, and the Lord say. Now cry, and I'll deliver; it was no such sorrow, •hough b••ter enough to lie under wrath one moment; | cc vvb j, cc dt n1 vvb. av vvb, cc pns11|vmb vvi; pn31 vbds dx d n1, uh j av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 crd n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13150 | and patience bears, till it can bear no longer, and then doth ease it self, Ez•kiel 5. 13. and cries to justice, &c. And therefore the prayers and howlings of the wicked are to no more purpose than of a Malefactor before the Judge condemned for Treason. | and patience bears, till it can bear no longer, and then does ease it self, Ez•kiel 5. 13. and cries to Justice, etc. And Therefore the Prayers and howlings of the wicked Are to no more purpose than of a Malefactor before the Judge condemned for Treason. | cc n1 vvz, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc, cc av vdz vvi pn31 n1, np1 crd crd cc vvz p-acp n1, av cc av dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f dt j vbr pc-acp dx dc n1 cs pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2376 | Page 163 |
13151 | Because their cryes are but only Howlings, Reas. 1. Hosea 7. 14. only rising from their own torment, | Because their cries Are but only Howlings, Reas. 1. Hosea 7. 14. only rising from their own torment, | p-acp po32 n2 vbr p-acp j n2-vvg, np1 crd np1 crd crd av-j vvg p-acp po32 d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2377 | Page 164 |
13152 | because the Spirit of God is quite gone; and if the Lord should heare, they would be as bad againe as ever before; | Because the Spirit of God is quite gone; and if the Lord should hear, they would be as bad again as ever before; | c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av vvn; cc cs dt n1 vmd vvi, pns32 vmd vbi a-acp j av c-acp av a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2377 | Page 164 |
13153 | if mercy should save these Thieves from this Gallows, they would cut the Throat, and S•ab the heart of mercy afterward; | if mercy should save these Thieves from this Gallows, they would Cut the Throat, and S•ab the heart of mercy afterwards; | cs n1 vmd vvi d n2 p-acp d n2, pns32 vmd vvi dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2377 | Page 164 |
13154 | as all such persons do, who are carried from that principle in their prayers; and therefore let them never look to be heard now. | as all such Persons do, who Are carried from that principle in their Prayers; and Therefore let them never look to be herd now. | c-acp d d n2 vdb, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n2; cc av vvb pno32 av-x vvi pc-acp vbi vvn av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2377 | Page 164 |
13155 | Hence see the exceeding greatnesse of the wrath of Christ, |
Hence see the exceeding greatness of the wrath of christ, to them that die without him, Psalm 18. 41. Many times the Lord hides his face from his people for a time; | av vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp pno31, n1 crd crd av-d n2 dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13156 | but then they pray, and seek his face again, and the Lord heares them, and shines upon them again; | but then they pray, and seek his face again, and the Lord hears them, and shines upon them again; | cc-acp cs pns32 vvb, cc vvi po31 n1 av, cc dt n1 vvz pno32, cc vvz p-acp pno32 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13157 | when his Spirit in them speaks to him, his Son in his Covenant speaks unto them; | when his Spirit in them speaks to him, his Son in his Covenant speaks unto them; | c-crq po31 n1 p-acp pno32 vvz p-acp pno31, po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13158 | and the Lord hears the cry of their weeping, as well as their praying, Psalme 6. 8. But if when they pray earnestly, | and the Lord hears the cry of their weeping, as well as their praying, Psalm 6. 8. But if when they pray earnestly, | cc dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg, c-acp av c-acp po32 vvg, n1 crd crd p-acp cs c-crq pns32 vvb av-j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13159 | and the Lord hears not then, but is angry with their prayers, oh this is bitter to them, Psal. 80. 4, 5. Lam. 3. 44. 'tis that which Christ typically complaines of, Psal. 22. 1, 2, 4, 5. There is no wrath like this; | and the Lord hears not then, but is angry with their Prayers, o this is bitter to them, Psalm 80. 4, 5. Lam. 3. 44. it's that which christ typically complains of, Psalm 22. 1, 2, 4, 5. There is no wrath like this; | cc dt n1 vvz xx av, cc-acp vbz j p-acp po32 n2, uh d vbz j p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd pn31|vbz d r-crq np1 av-j vvz pp-f, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-j d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13160 | for a God so pitiful, as many times to help without cryes, more than a Mother with tender bowels, | for a God so pitiful, as many times to help without cries, more than a Mother with tender bowels, | p-acp dt n1 av j, c-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, av-dc cs dt n1 p-acp j n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13161 | and not to regared cryes, as if he had cast off his nature; this makes wrath and sin bitter to the people of God; | and not to regared cries, as if he had cast off his nature; this makes wrath and since bitter to the people of God; | cc xx a-acp vvn n2, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn a-acp po31 n1; d vvz n1 cc n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13162 | and indeed this is the reason why the Lord gives his people mercy; | and indeed this is the reason why the Lord gives his people mercy; | cc av d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13163 | but 'tis by means of prayer usually, that they might see in what favour they are in his sight above others, that when he seems to be averse from hearing, | but it's by means of prayer usually, that they might see in what favour they Are in his sighed above Others, that when he seems to be averse from hearing, | cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2 pp-f n1 av-j, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vbr p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2-jn, cst c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13164 | yet prayer will turn the wheele, and Iacob prevailes over God; and hence Psalm• •. Christ shall have all Nations for his possessi•ns; but yet Ask of me; | yet prayer will turn the wheel, and Iacob prevails over God; and hence Psalm• •. christ shall have all nations for his possessi•ns; but yet Ask of me; | av n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc np1 vvz p-acp np1; cc av np1 •. np1 vmb vhi d n2 p-acp po31 n2; p-acp av vvb pp-f pno11; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13165 | as Her•d said, when he said, Ask of me, to half of the Kingdome, &c. And hence exceeding wrath is shewn, in denying for a time, to he•r prayer many times; | as Her•d said, when he said, Ask of me, to half of the Kingdom, etc. And hence exceeding wrath is shown, in denying for a time, to he•r prayer many times; | c-acp j vvd, c-crq pns31 vvd, vvb pp-f pno11, p-acp n-jn pp-f dt n1, av cc av vvg n1 vbz vvn, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13166 | Now look upon the condition of poore •inners dying without Christ; | Now look upon the condition of poor •inners dying without christ; | av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvg p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13167 | they shall then cry, and cry earnestly, and yet not prevail, if the wrath of God did break out at this time, | they shall then cry, and cry earnestly, and yet not prevail, if the wrath of God did break out At this time, | pns32 vmb av vvi, cc vvb av-j, cc av xx vvi, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi av p-acp d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13169 | but to cry, and cry vehemently, Lord, Lord, and never to be heard, oh who can beare this! their torments are intolerable; | but to cry, and cry vehemently, Lord, Lord, and never to be herd, o who can bear this! their torments Are intolerable; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vvb av-j, n1, n1, cc av-x pc-acp vbi vvn, uh q-crq vmb vvi d! po32 n2 vbr j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13170 | hath the Lord no pity? their cries are many, and heart• are faint; | hath the Lord no pity? their cries Are many, and heart• Are faint; | vhz dt n1 dx n1? po32 n2 vbr d, cc n1 vbr j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13171 | hath Christ no bowels? hath this Lamb no more meekness, gentleness? yes, that there is; | hath christ no bowels? hath this Lamb no more meekness, gentleness? yes, that there is; | vhz np1 dx n2? vhz d n1 av-dx dc n1, n1? uh, cst pc-acp vbz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13172 | but such is his terrour now, they are shut up from you; | but such is his terror now, they Are shut up from you; | cc-acp d vbz po31 n1 av, pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13173 | and so shall ever be, though you shall cry, and weep as many teares, and more too than the Sea hath drops; | and so shall ever be, though you shall cry, and weep as many tears, and more too than the Sea hath drops; | cc av vmb av vbi, cs pn22 vmb vvi, cc vvi p-acp d n2, cc av-dc av cs dt n1 vhz n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13174 | and when you cannot come before his face, the Gate being shut, you shall cry, That the Rocks and Mountaines may fall upon you to h•de you from this wrath of the Lamb; | and when you cannot come before his face, the Gate being shut, you shall cry, That the Rocks and Mountains may fallen upon you to h•de you from this wrath of the Lamb; | cc c-crq pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vbg vvn, pn22 vmb vvi, cst dt n2 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13175 | and you shall then cry, Behold, and see, if ever sorrow were like mine• but all shall be in vain. | and you shall then cry, Behold, and see, if ever sorrow were like mine• but all shall be in vain. | cc pn22 vmb av vvi, vvb, cc vvi, cs av n1 vbdr j n1 p-acp d vmb vbi p-acp j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2378 | Page 164 |
13176 | Oh therefore see the greatness of this wrath, so as to see the bitterness of any one sin, which stands yet between thee and Christ; | O Therefore see the greatness of this wrath, so as to see the bitterness of any one since, which Stands yet between thee and christ; | uh av vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d crd n1, r-crq vvz av p-acp pno21 cc np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2379 | Page 164 |
13177 | which though it be sweet under thy tongue now, yet when the day of thy anguish shall come, it shall shut up Christs heart from hearing all cryes. | which though it be sweet under thy tongue now, yet when the day of thy anguish shall come, it shall shut up Christ heart from hearing all cries. | r-crq cs pn31 vbb j p-acp po21 n1 av, av c-crq dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vmb vvi, pn31 vmb vvi a-acp npg1 n1 p-acp vvg d n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2379 | Page 164 |
13178 | Of Exhortation, To perswade all men to take their season of praying now. | Of Exhortation, To persuade all men to take their season of praying now. | pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 pp-f vvg av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2380 | Page 164 |
13179 | Isaiah • 55. 1. with 6. when the Lord cried, Come to the waters, etc. and Because they might plead, Hereafter; o Says he, Call upon him while he is near•; | np1 • crd crd p-acp crd c-crq dt n1 vvd, vvb p-acp dt n2, av cc c-acp pns32 vmd vvi, av; uh vvz pns31, vvb p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vbz n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2380 | Page 164 | |
13180 | there will be a great Gulf between you and Christ, when you are dead; | there will be a great Gulf between you and christ, when you Are dead; | a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp pn22 cc np1, c-crq pn22 vbr j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2380 | Page 164 |
13181 | now therefore when the Lord comes in his Word especially, cry unto him for help and pity. | now Therefore when the Lord comes in his Word especially, cry unto him for help and pity. | av av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 av-j, vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2380 | Page 164 |
13182 | You will say, There is no great need, thanks be to God, of pressing ment to prayer here; | You will say, There is no great need, thanks be to God, of pressing meant to prayer Here; | pn22 vmb vvi, pc-acp vbz dx j n1, n2 vbb p-acp np1, pp-f vvg vvd p-acp n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2381 | Page 165 |
13183 | Who is so prophane but doth? he is not worthy to live, or to enjoy the benefit of the Sun, | Who is so profane but does? he is not worthy to live, or to enjoy the benefit of the Sun, | q-crq vbz av j cc-acp vdz? pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2381 | Page 165 |
13184 | nor fit to live among the society of men, who dares not do thus, but to live among Bears and Wolves, and Beasts in the Wilderness. | nor fit to live among the society of men, who dares not do thus, but to live among Bears and Wolves, and Beasts in the Wilderness. | ccx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvz xx vdi av, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2381 | Page 165 |
13185 | I would to God there was no need to press this point; but truly, the Countrey being a place filled with discontents, which ever keeps from prayer, | I would to God there was no need to press this point; but truly, the Country being a place filled with discontents, which ever keeps from prayer, | pns11 vmd p-acp np1 a-acp vbds dx n1 pc-acp vvi d n1; cc-acp av-j, dt n1 vbg dt n1 vvn p-acp n2-jn, r-crq av vvz p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2381 | Page 165 |
13186 | because the Devil is in them; and also of great peace and rest; | Because the devil is in them; and also of great peace and rest; | c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32; cc av pp-f j n1 cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2381 | Page 165 |
13187 | hence, here men are more apt to sleep, and grow secure, than in any other place of the world; | hence, Here men Are more apt to sleep, and grow secure, than in any other place of the world; | av, av n2 vbr av-dc j pc-acp vvi, cc vvb j, cs p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2381 | Page 165 |
13188 | and the Spirit of prayer is ready to dye, even in Gods own; and hard 'tis for this Incense to be sweet, without some fire, some affliction thereunto. | and the Spirit of prayer is ready to die, even in God's own; and hard it's for this Incense to be sweet, without Some fire, Some affliction thereunto. | cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, av p-acp n2 d; cc av-j pn31|vbz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j, p-acp d n1, d n1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2381 | Page 165 |
13189 | 1. Some there be, that do not so much as feel their misery at all, neither sin nor wrath; | 1. some there be, that do not so much as feel their misery At all, neither since nor wrath; | crd d a-acp vbi, cst vdb xx av av-d c-acp vvb po32 n1 p-acp d, dx n1 ccx n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2382 | Page 165 |
13190 | and hence they cannot pray at all; | and hence they cannot pray At all; | cc av pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2382 | Page 165 |
13191 | they are not in so good a case to pray, as the damned who feel their misery, and cry out under it; | they Are not in so good a case to pray, as the damned who feel their misery, and cry out under it; | pns32 vbr xx p-acp av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp dt j-vvn r-crq vvb po32 n1, cc vvb av p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2382 | Page 165 |
13192 | these cast out of Gods sight, yet h•ving hope, and so should pray the more, and so cry out under it, yet cannot; | these cast out of God's sighed, yet h•ving hope, and so should pray the more, and so cry out under it, yet cannot; | d vvd av pp-f npg1 n1, av vvg n1, cc av vmd vvi dt av-dc, cc av vvb av p-acp pn31, av vmbx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2382 | Page 165 |
13193 | though the earth groanes under their sins, yet their hearts are hard, and they cannot feel them, and so cannot pray; | though the earth groans under their Sins, yet their hearts Are hard, and they cannot feel them, and so cannot pray; | c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2, av po32 n2 vbr j, cc pns32 vmbx vvi pno32, cc av vmbx vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2382 | Page 165 |
13194 | and they quiet themselves with some formes, and their Coleworts twice sodd, and some cold prayers morning and evening, | and they quiet themselves with Some forms, and their Coleworts twice sod, and Some cold Prayers morning and evening, | cc pns32 vvb px32 p-acp d n2, cc po32 n2 av j, cc d j-jn n2 n1 cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2382 | Page 165 |
13195 | and hope that these will serve the turn, and here is all the comfort they have; | and hope that these will serve the turn, and Here is all the Comfort they have; | cc vvb cst d vmb vvi dt n1, cc av vbz d dt n1 pns32 vhb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2382 | Page 165 |
13196 | nay, not only so, but if others that know their hearts better, and so pray longer, reprove them for it, they sinfully reply, What? you are like the Pharisees, that think to be heard for their long prayers. | nay, not only so, but if Others that know their hearts better, and so pray longer, reprove them for it, they sinfully reply, What? you Are like the Pharisees, that think to be herd for their long Prayers. | uh, xx av-j av, cc-acp cs n2-jn cst vvb po32 n2 av-jc, cc av vvb av-jc, vvb pno32 p-acp pn31, pns32 av-j vvi, q-crq? pn22 vbr av-j dt np2, cst vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 j n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2382 | Page 165 |
13197 | Oh the Lord gives many up to this spirit of slumber; their hearts are heavy, and can no more lift them up than a stone. | O the Lord gives many up to this Spirit of slumber; their hearts Are heavy, and can no more lift them up than a stone. | uh dt n1 vvz d a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; po32 n2 vbr j, cc vmb dx av-dc vvi pno32 a-acp av dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2382 | Page 165 |
13198 | 2. Some there be who feel their misery, and go unto the Lord with many cries and prayers, | 2. some there be who feel their misery, and go unto the Lord with many cries and Prayers, | crd d a-acp vbi r-crq vvb po32 n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2383 | Page 165 |
13199 | but yet herein behave themselves like Saul, when God answered him not, then they forsake him; | but yet herein behave themselves like Saul, when God answered him not, then they forsake him; | cc-acp av av vvi px32 av-j np1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 xx, cs pns32 vvb pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2383 | Page 165 |
13200 | and like them, Mal. 3. 14. What profits us that we have walked mournfully? and thinking they shall not finde, they build their Cities as Caine did, and ease themselves that way. | and like them, Malachi 3. 14. What profits us that we have walked mournfully? and thinking they shall not find, they built their Cities as Cain did, and ease themselves that Way. | cc vvb pno32, np1 crd crd q-crq vvz pno12 cst pns12 vhb vvn av-j? cc vvg pns32 vmb xx vvi, pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp np1 vdd, cc vvi px32 cst n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2383 | Page 165 |
13201 | 3. Some there be that do not give over, because they think they shall not find, | 3. some there be that do not give over, Because they think they shall not find, | crd d a-acp vbb d vdb xx vvi a-acp, c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vmb xx vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2384 | Page 165 |
13202 | but ease themselves by their very prayers, pray out their prayers, and confess out their confessions, and mourn out their sorrows; | but ease themselves by their very Prayers, pray out their Prayers, and confess out their confessions, and mourn out their sorrows; | cc-acp vvb px32 p-acp po32 j n2, vvb av po32 n2, cc vvb av po32 n2, cc vvi av po32 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2384 | Page 165 |
13203 | and are compared to the Dog, who easeth himself by his vomit; they are troubled, and then prayer easeth them; | and Are compared to the Dog, who eases himself by his vomit; they Are troubled, and then prayer eases them; | cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1; pns32 vbr vvn, cc av n1 vvz pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2384 | Page 165 |
13204 | and when a little ease, then prayer is done, as Psal. 78. 35, 38. | and when a little ease, then prayer is done, as Psalm 78. 35, 38. | cc c-crq dt j n1, cs n1 vbz vdn, c-acp np1 crd crd, crd | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2384 | Page 165 |
13205 | 4. Some that have no ease, yet have no leisure, not time • as many servants, | 4. some that have no ease, yet have no leisure, not time • as many Servants, | crd d cst vhb dx n1, av vhb dx n1, xx n1 • c-acp d n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2385 | Page 165 |
13206 | and men greedy of the world rise betimes, and work hard, sleepy at night, that they cannot have leisure; | and men greedy of the world rise betimes, and work hard, sleepy At night, that they cannot have leisure; | cc n2 j pp-f dt n1 vvb av, cc vvi av-j, j p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmbx vhi n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2385 | Page 165 |
13207 | and when conscience asks, Why do you not take time? this is their excuse. | and when conscience asks, Why do you not take time? this is their excuse. | cc c-crq n1 vvz, q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi n1? d vbz po32 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2385 | Page 165 |
13208 | Oh but cannot you take it out of your sleep, and lose your life, rather than lose your seasons of prayer? they hope hereafter so to do. | O but cannot you take it out of your sleep, and loose your life, rather than loose your seasons of prayer? they hope hereafter so to do. | uh cc-acp vmbx pn22 vvi pn31 av pp-f po22 n1, cc vvb po22 n1, av-c cs vvi po22 n2 pp-f n1? pns32 vvb av av pc-acp vdi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2385 | Page 165 |
13209 | 5. Some that have leisure, yet their hearts are dead; they can pray, and stand convinced of misery; | 5. some that have leisure, yet their hearts Are dead; they can pray, and stand convinced of misery; | crd d cst vhb n1, av po32 n2 vbr j; pns32 vmb vvi, cc vvb vvd pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2386 | Page 165 |
13210 | but I say their hearts are dead. | but I say their hearts Are dead. | cc-acp pns11 vvb po32 n2 vbr j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2386 | Page 165 |
13211 | Isa. 64. 7. None stirreth up himself; nay, sometimes as a man asleep, when the fire burns round about him, yet he feels it not. | Isaiah 64. 7. None stirs up himself; nay, sometime as a man asleep, when the fire burns round about him, yet he feels it not. | np1 crd crd pi vvz p-acp px31; uh, av c-acp dt n1 j, c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp pno31, av pns31 vvz pn31 xx. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2386 | Page 165 |
13212 | Isa. 42. ult. They can vex, and be discontent when crosses and afflictions come, but no heart to pray, | Isaiah 42. ult. They can vex, and be discontent when Crosses and afflictions come, but no heart to pray, | np1 crd n1. pns32 vmb vvi, cc vbi j-jn c-crq n2 cc n2 vvb, cc-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2386 | Page 165 |
13213 | or lay their condition to heart: Oh this is sad and fearful. 1. Beseech you therefore take your time now; you must and shall pray. | or lay their condition to heart: O this is sad and fearful. 1. Beseech you Therefore take your time now; you must and shall pray. | cc vvd po32 n1 p-acp n1: uh d vbz j cc j. crd vvb pn22 av vvb po22 n1 av; pn22 vmb cc vmb vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2386 | Page 165 |
13214 | 1. Do you think ever to have mercy without seeking it, and praying hard for it? No, | 1. Do you think ever to have mercy without seeking it, and praying hard for it? No, | crd vdb pn22 vvi av pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp vvg pn31, cc vvg av-j p-acp pn31? uh-dx, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2388 | Page 165 |
13215 | if ever God intend good to thee, if an Elect Vessel, thou must pray; | if ever God intend good to thee, if an Elect Vessel, thou must pray; | cs av np1 vvb j p-acp pno21, cs dt j-vvn n1, pns21 vmb vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2388 | Page 165 |
13216 | yea, and glad you may have such an unvaluable priviledge ▪ and that you are alive to do it. | yea, and glad you may have such an unvaluable privilege ▪ and that you Are alive to do it. | uh, cc j pn22 vmb vhi d dt j n1 ▪ cc cst pn22 vbr j pc-acp vdi pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2388 | Page 166 |
13217 | I know the Lord is found of them that seek him not; but he will make you seek, that so he may be found; | I know the Lord is found of them that seek him not; but he will make you seek, that so he may be found; | pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31 xx; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn22 vvb, cst av pns31 vmb vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2388 | Page 166 |
13218 | seek therefore in time now, before it is too late. 2. Do not say the Gate is shut; | seek Therefore in time now, before it is too late. 2. Do not say the Gate is shut; | vvb av p-acp n1 av, c-acp pn31 vbz av j. crd vdb xx vvi dt n1 vbz vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2388 | Page 166 |
13219 | no, 'tis yet open, and that by the blood of a Mediatour, Heb. 10. 19, 20. So that when you object God hears not sinners, yet Zach. 13. 1. there is yet a f•untain opened, | no, it's yet open, and that by the blood of a Mediator, Hebrew 10. 19, 20. So that when you Object God hears not Sinners, yet Zach 13. 1. there is yet a f•untain opened, | uh-dx, pn31|vbz av j, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd av cst c-crq pn22 n1 np1 vvz xx n2, av np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz av dt n1 vvd, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2389 | Page 166 |
13220 | for to wash in for sin and uncleannesse; all thy sins cannot shut it, because 'tis opened wash away sin. | for to wash in for since and uncleanness; all thy Sins cannot shut it, Because it's opened wash away since. | c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1; d po21 n2 vmbx vvi pn31, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn n1 av n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2389 | Page 166 |
13221 | 3. Do not say, If I had a part in Christ, I could then be encouraged to ask. | 3. Do not say, If I had a part in christ, I could then be encouraged to ask. | crd vdb xx vvi, cs pns11 vhd dt n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vmd av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2390 | Page 166 |
13222 | I pray what think you of that Woman of Samaria, when Christ spake, If thou didst know and ask, he would give thee living waters; | I pray what think you of that Woman of Samaria, when christ spoke, If thou didst know and ask, he would give thee living waters; | pns11 vvb q-crq vvb pn22 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, c-crq np1 vvd, cs pns21 vdd2 vvi cc vvi, pns31 vmd vvi pno21 j-vvg n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2390 | Page 166 |
13223 | What did the poor Woman of Canaan do, when Christ himself told her, She was a Dog, | What did the poor Woman of Canaan do, when christ himself told her, She was a Dog, | r-crq vdd dt j n1 pp-f np1 vdb, c-crq np1 px31 vvd pno31, pns31 vbds dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2390 | Page 166 |
13224 | and had nothing to do with Childrens bread; when you have no Promise to assure you the Lord will give; | and had nothing to do with Children's bred; when you have no Promise to assure you the Lord will give; | cc vhd pix pc-acp vdi p-acp ng2 n1; c-crq pn22 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 vmb vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2390 | Page 166 |
13225 | yet the glorious bounty, and riches of grace, may encourage you sufficiently to seek. | yet the glorious bounty, and riches of grace, may encourage you sufficiently to seek. | av dt j n1, cc n2 pp-f n1, vmb vvi pn22 av-j pc-acp vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2390 | Page 166 |
13226 | 4. Do not say, But it may be I shall be denied, let me pray never so long; | 4. Do not say, But it may be I shall be denied, let me pray never so long; | crd vdb xx vvi, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi pns11 vmb vbi vvn, vvb pno11 vvi av-x av av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13227 | I know you are worthy to be de•ied, and as you have cried the Lord should not heare, | I know you Are worthy to be de•ied, and as you have cried the Lord should not hear, | pns11 vvb pn22 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc c-acp pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 vmd xx vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13228 | and as you have abused grace, it should cry against you, why should you Quarrel? the Lord owes thee not strawes; | and as you have abused grace, it should cry against you, why should you Quarrel? the Lord owes thee not straws; | cc c-acp pn22 vhb vvn n1, pn31 vmd vvi p-acp pn22, q-crq vmd pn22 vvi? dt n1 vvz pno21 xx n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13229 | but yet Remember the Parable of the unjust Judge, who heard a woman, a stranger when importunate; | but yet remember the Parable of the unjust Judge, who herd a woman, a stranger when importunate; | cc-acp av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvd dt n1, dt n1 c-crq j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13230 | and this is found a sure truth; | and this is found a sure truth; | cc d vbz vvn dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13231 | 'tis with all men praying, as 'tis with women in travailing, either their pangs will deliver them of their burden, | it's with all men praying, as it's with women in travailing, either their pangs will deliver them of their burden, | pn31|vbz p-acp d n2 vvg, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2 p-acp vvg, d po32 n2 vmb vvi pno32 pp-f po32 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13232 | and so they live, or else they will be their death; if they cease, and give over, then they die. | and so they live, or Else they will be their death; if they cease, and give over, then they die. | cc av pns32 vvb, cc av pns32 vmb vbi po32 n1; cs pns32 vvb, cc vvb a-acp, cs pns32 vvb. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13233 | Prayer will deliver you of your sinnes, unbelief, or whatever stands between Christ and you; or if not, they shall die, and perish. | Prayer will deliver you of your Sins, unbelief, or whatever Stands between christ and you; or if not, they shall die, and perish. | n1 vmb vvi pn22 pp-f po22 n2, n1, cc r-crq vvz p-acp np1 cc pn22; cc cs xx, pns32 vmb vvi, cc vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13234 | Sow your seed of Prayer, it will multiply if it be the right seed, until your Harvest bé great, and your gain unknown; | Sow your seed of Prayer, it will multiply if it be the right seed, until your Harvest been great, and your gain unknown; | n1 po22 n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vvi cs pn31 vbb dt j-jn n1, c-acp po22 n1 vbn j, cc po22 n1 j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13235 | security will fall on a Hypocrite, before he gets the blessing, and the cares of the world will choak his prayers. | security will fallen on a Hypocrite, before he gets the blessing, and the Cares of the world will choke his Prayers. | n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2391 | Page 166 |
13236 | 5. O• therefore follow the Lord; Hosea 6. 3, 4. You shall know him, if you follow on •o know him; | 5. O• Therefore follow the Lord; Hosea 6. 3, 4. You shall know him, if you follow on •o know him; | crd np1 av vvi dt n1; np1 crd crd, crd pn22 vmb vvi pno31, cs pn22 vvb p-acp av vvb pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2392 | Page 166 |
13237 | especially if you be truly wounded, though he hath been as a Lion to you; | especially if you be truly wounded, though he hath been as a lion to you; | av-j cs pn22 vbb av-j vvn, cs pns31 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2392 | Page 166 |
13238 | Is Christ so glorious, his presence so sweet, his Kingdome so great, his mercy so rich, his Inheritance so full, | Is christ so glorious, his presence so sweet, his Kingdom so great, his mercy so rich, his Inheritance so full, | vbz np1 av j, po31 n1 av j, po31 n1 av j, po31 n1 av j, po31 n1 av j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2392 | Page 166 |
13239 | and wilt not thou pray, awake one houre? hath Christ bought mercy with his blood, | and wilt not thou pray, awake one hour? hath christ bought mercy with his blood, | cc vm2 xx pns21 vvi, vvb crd n1? vhz np1 vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2392 | Page 166 |
13240 | and wilt not thou spill thy blood? nay, not spare and spend thy poor prayers to beg it, (it may be praying time is declining apace) and so get it; | and wilt not thou spill thy blood? nay, not spare and spend thy poor Prayers to beg it, (it may be praying time is declining apace) and so get it; | cc vm2 xx pns21 vvi po21 n1? uh-x, xx vvi cc vvi po21 j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, (pn31 vmb vbi vvg n1 vbz vvg av) cc av vvb pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2392 | Page 166 |
13241 | and by that meanes hear Christ Jesus say, Come, oh come thou blest, that hast been praying, weeping, following me, | and by that means hear christ jesus say, Come, o come thou blessed, that hast been praying, weeping, following me, | cc p-acp d n2 vvb np1 np1 vvi, vvb, uh vvb pns21 vvn, cst vh2 vbn vvg, j-vvg, vvg pno11, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2392 | Page 166 |
13242 | and take thy Crown, and sit down on my Throne; | and take thy Crown, and fit down on my Throne; | cc vvb po21 n1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp po11 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2392 | Page 166 |
13243 | oh it will be a cut to think, Had I sought it, I had had it! Psal. 24. Of Thankfulness to the Saints, |
o it will be a Cut to think, Had I sought it, I had had it! Psalm 24. Of Thankfulness to the Saints, that the Lord hath given them hearts to seek the Lord in a finding time, Psalm 32. 5, 6. Time was thou Couldst not pray; | uh pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vhd pns11 vvn pn31, pns11 vhd vhn pn31! np1 crd pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, cst dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt vvg n1, np1 crd crd, crd n1 vbds pns21 vmd2 xx vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2392 | Page 166 |
13244 | but the Lord hath found thee out, and stirred up unutterable groanes here, and all thy groanings have not been bid from the Lord. | but the Lord hath found thee out, and stirred up unutterable groans Here, and all thy groanings have not been bid from the Lord. | cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno21 av, cc vvd a-acp j n2 av, cc d po21 n2-vvg vhb xx vbn vvn p-acp dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2393 | Page 166 |
13245 | Object. But many pray and finde not; how shall I know I have found? | Object. But many prey and find not; how shall I know I have found? | n1. p-acp d n1 cc vvb xx; q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pns11 vhb vvn? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2394 | Page 166 |
13246 | Answ. When the spirit of prayer, not the gift of prayer hath carried thee, R•m. 8. 27. | Answer When the Spirit of prayer, not the gift of prayer hath carried thee, R•m. 8. 27. | np1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, xx dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn pno21, np1. crd crd | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2395 | Page 166 |
13247 | Quest. How shall I know that? | Quest. How shall I know that? | n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2396 | Page 166 |
13248 | Answer, 1. It is not fervency. 2. Nor looking to Christ and his Mercy. 3. Nor Arguments that are evidences of this Spirit; | Answer, 1. It is not fervency. 2. Nor looking to christ and his Mercy. 3. Nor Arguments that Are evidences of this Spirit; | n1, crd pn31 vbz xx n1. crd ccx vvg p-acp np1 cc po31 n1. crd ccx n2 cst vbr n2 pp-f d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2397 | Page 166 |
13249 | for these the foolish Virgins had. But I shall shew it in three Degrees. | for these the foolish Virgins had. But I shall show it in three Degrees. | p-acp d dt j n2 vhd. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp crd n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2397 | Page 167 |
13250 | First, Observe what is the ut•ostend in prayer, and so hath been in all thy prayers; | First, Observe what is the ut•ostend in prayer, and so hath been in all thy Prayers; | ord, vvb r-crq vbz dt vvn p-acp n1, cc av vhz vbn p-acp d po21 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13251 | it is certain all the prayers of unregenerate men, though enlivened with some common gift of the Spirit, are ever for themselves; | it is certain all the Prayers of unregenerate men, though enlivened with Some Common gift of the Spirit, Are ever for themselves; | pn31 vbz j d dt n2 pp-f j n2, cs vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr av p-acp px32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13252 | if any outward calamity befalls them, they then pray, Psal. 78. But it is as Pharaoh, for themselves, | if any outward calamity befalls them, they then pray, Psalm 78. But it is as Pharaoh, for themselves, | cs d j n1 vvz pno32, pns32 av vvb, np1 crd p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1, p-acp px32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13253 | because the plague is upon them; | Because the plague is upon them; | c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13254 | if the Word meets with them, and troubles them, their prayers (if fervent) are only for ease; | if the Word meets with them, and Troubles them, their Prayers (if fervent) Are only for ease; | cs dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz pno32, po32 n2 (cs j) vbr j p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13255 | when their bones are broke, 'tis for peace and comfort; and if they desire grace, ' t•s for peace-sake; | when their bones Are broke, it's for peace and Comfort; and if they desire grace, ' t•s for Peace-sake; | c-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn, pn31|vbz p-acp n1 cc n1; cc cs pns32 vvb n1, ' vbz p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13256 | if they have peace for the present, and feel blindness, hardness of heart, they think these will damn them; | if they have peace for the present, and feel blindness, hardness of heart, they think these will damn them; | cs pns32 vhb n1 p-acp dt j, cc vvb n1, n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb d vmb vvi pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13257 | and hence salvation and deliverance from misery, is the utmost end they aim at and so in all their prayers; | and hence salvation and deliverance from misery, is the utmost end they aim At and so in all their Prayers; | cc av n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt j n1 pns32 vvb p-acp cc av p-acp d po32 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13258 | let men study their hearts, and they shall see themselves the mark they shoot at, and the God they serve, and Idol they worship in all their prayers; | let men study their hearts, and they shall see themselves the mark they shoot At, and the God they serve, and Idol they worship in all their Prayers; | vvb n2 vvi po32 n2, cc pns32 vmb vvi px32 dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, cc dt n1 pns32 vvb, cc n1 pns32 vvb p-acp d po32 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13259 | and do you think these shall be heard? No, no; | and do you think these shall be herd? No, no; | cc vdb pn22 vvi d vmb vbi vvn? uh-dx, uh-dx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13260 | but Saints they look not at these things chiefly, but their utmost end is another thing; | but Saints they look not At these things chiefly, but their utmost end is Another thing; | cc-acp n2 pns32 vvb xx p-acp d n2 av-jn, cc-acp po32 j n1 vbz j-jn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13261 | at first conversion it is much self, but it turnes in time to higher ends, &c. and that is, what though I have peace, salvation, these loa•es, | At First conversion it is much self, but it turns in time to higher ends, etc. and that is, what though I have peace, salvation, these loa•es, | p-acp ord n1 pn31 vbz d n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp jc n2, av cc d vbz, r-crq cs pns11 vhb n1, n1, d n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13262 | but yet miss of Christ himself, and the life of Christ, to live by him, and live to him, which is our last end! | but yet miss of christ himself, and the life of christ, to live by him, and live to him, which is our last end! | cc-acp av vvi pp-f np1 px31, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz po12 ord n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13263 | 2 Cor. 5. 15. And here all his prayers end, though crooked many wayes; else these are the prayers of that Spirit of life, which is ever heard; | 2 Cor. 5. 15. And Here all his Prayers end, though crooked many ways; Else these Are the Prayers of that Spirit of life, which is ever herd; | crd np1 crd crd cc av d po31 n2 vvi, cs j d n2; av d vbr dt n2 pp-f cst n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz av vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13264 | and hence Iames 5. 3. Ye ask and have not, because ye ask to spend it on your lusts. | and hence James 5. 3. You ask and have not, Because you ask to spend it on your Lustiest. | cc av np1 crd crd pn22 vvb cc vhb xx, c-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13265 | Isa. 58. 5. though they fasted and prayed, yet it was for s•rife and debate; the Saints do it to destroy their lusts; | Isaiah 58. 5. though they fasted and prayed, yet it was for s•rife and debate; the Saints do it to destroy their Lustiest; | np1 crd crd cs pns32 vvd cc vvd, av pn31 vbds p-acp n1 cc n1; dt n2 vdb pn31 pc-acp vvi po32 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13266 | and hence, though all fervent prayers are not of the Spirit, yet all prayers of the Spirit are ever fervent, | and hence, though all fervent Prayers Are not of the Spirit, yet all Prayers of the Spirit Are ever fervent, | cc av, cs d j n2 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, av d n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13267 | though exprest with chatterings, mournings as Doves, because the last end hath a mighty force with it; | though expressed with chatterings, mournings as Dove, Because the last end hath a mighty force with it; | cs vvn p-acp n2, n2-vvg p-acp n2, c-acp dt ord n1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13268 | and hence waiting on God in all meanes for Answers, follows; | and hence waiting on God in all means for Answers, follows; | cc av vvg p-acp np1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n2, vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13269 | and hence, prayers of the Saints are endless, Appetitus finis est infinitus; hence Rom. 8. 23. life in heaven is his Scope, | and hence, Prayers of the Saints Are endless, Appetitus finis est Infinite; hence Rom. 8. 23. life in heaven is his Scope, | cc av, n2 pp-f dt n2 vbr j, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la; av np1 crd crd n1 p-acp n1 vbz po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13270 | and he is longing for it, glad of that time (for all prayers of Hypocrites are but issues of self-Iove) 〈 ◊ 〉 all occasions do but quicken up that principle; | and he is longing for it, glad of that time (for all Prayers of Hypocrites Are but issues of self-Iove) 〈 ◊ 〉 all occasions do but quicken up that principle; | cc pns31 vbz vvg p-acp pn31, j pp-f d n1 (c-acp d n2 pp-f n2 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f np1) 〈 sy 〉 d n2 vdb p-acp vvi a-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13271 | so all the prayers of the Saints rise from the spirit of love to God, | so all the Prayers of the Saints rise from the Spirit of love to God, | av d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13272 | and faith in him, Rom. 8. 27 ▪ 28. The Sonlike Spirit, or Spirit of Adoption, not servile, is in them. | and faith in him, Rom. 8. 27 ▪ 28. The Sonlike Spirit, or Spirit of Adoption, not servile, is in them. | cc n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd ▪ crd dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, xx j, vbz p-acp pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2398 | Page 167 |
13273 | Secondly, If the soul receive any thing from the Lord thus praying, 'tis exceed•ng thankful; | Secondly, If the soul receive any thing from the Lord thus praying, it's exceed•ng thankful; | ord, cs dt n1 vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 av vvg, pn31|vbz j j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2399 | Page 167 |
13274 | the Spirit of Christ, wherever it is, glorifies Christ, Iohn 16. and Psal. 116. 1. and that in time of peace; | the Spirit of christ, wherever it is, Glorifies christ, John 16. and Psalm 116. 1. and that in time of peace; | dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn31 vbz, vvz np1, np1 crd cc np1 crd crd cc d p-acp n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2399 | Page 167 |
13275 | hence Psalme 50. 14, 15. Offer to God thanks giving, and par thy vowes, and then call though in time of trouble, and I will he•re. | hence Psalm 50. 14, 15. Offer to God thanks giving, and par thy vows, and then call though in time of trouble, and I will he•re. | av n1 crd crd, crd vvb p-acp np1 n2 vvg, cc fw-la po21 n1, cc av vvb cs p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2399 | Page 167 |
13297 | if I had not committed such sins, the Lord might! | if I had not committed such Sins, the Lord might! | cs pns11 vhd xx vvn d n2, dt n1 n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2405 | Page 168 |
13276 | For the Lord to begin to do the soul any good, |
For the Lord to begin to do the soul any good, and show it its misery, the worth of the Lord jesus, to give him any heart to seek, to give him any hope, to give him the least hint by any word of mercy; | p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi dt n1 d j, cc vvi pn31 vbz n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 d n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pno31 d n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 dt ds n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2399 | Page 167 |
13277 | oh its heart melts (it should be thus) and wonders but to think, nay, to see the Lord hath answered him! | o its heart melts (it should be thus) and wonders but to think, nay, to see the Lord hath answered him! | uh pn31|vbz n1 vvz (pn31 vmd vbi av) cc vvz p-acp pc-acp vvi, uh-x, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vhz vvn pno31! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2399 | Page 167 |
13278 | oh this swallows him up, makes him give all to the Lord, as Hannah did, | o this Swallows him up, makes him give all to the Lord, as Hannah did, | uh d vvz pno31 a-acp, vvz pno31 vvi d p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 vdd, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2399 | Page 167 |
13279 | when she had her Childe, 1 Sam. 2. 1, 2. Esau lost the blessing, though he begged it with tears; | when she had her Child, 1 Sam. 2. 1, 2. Esau lost the blessing, though he begged it with tears; | c-crq pns31 vhd po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvn dt n1, cs pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2399 | Page 167 |
13280 | he had a prophane heart that did not esteem it indeed, |
he had a profane heart that did not esteem it indeed, and so would •ever have been thankful for it; | pns31 vhd dt j n1 cst vdd xx vvi pn31 av, cc av vmd av vhi vbn j p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2399 | Page 167 |
13281 | poor Iacob gets it, though he had but a sta•f to hold him up. | poor Iacob gets it, though he had but a sta•f to hold him up. | j np1 vvz pn31, cs pns31 vhd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2399 | Page 167 |
13282 | Thirdly, If it receive not answer, it mournes, and loaths it self ▪ justifies God, gives all to him; | Thirdly, If it receive not answer, it mourns, and Loathes it self ▪ Justifies God, gives all to him; | ord, cs pn31 vvb xx vvi, pn31 vvz, cc vvz pn31 n1 ▪ vvz np1, vvz d p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2400 | Page 167 |
13283 | prayers from self-loathing, are not prayers which come from self-love, Psal. 22. 2, 3, •4. Zach. 12. 10 Psal. 72. 12. There the Spirit dwells in the poor and contrite, and their cries are heard; | Prayers from Self-loathing, Are not Prayers which come from Self-love, Psalm 22. 2, 3, •4. Zach 12. 10 Psalm 72. 12. There the Spirit dwells in the poor and contrite, and their cries Are herd; | n2 p-acp j, vbr xx n2 r-crq vvb p-acp n1, np1 crd crd, crd, n1. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd a-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j cc j, cc po32 n2 vbr vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2400 | Page 167 |
13284 | when men pray, and want, and are quiet without wishing they could lament 'tis not from the Spirit; | when men pray, and want, and Are quiet without wishing they could lament it's not from the Spirit; | c-crq n2 vvb, cc n1, cc vbr j-jn p-acp vvg pns32 vmd vvi pn31|vbz xx p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2400 | Page 168 |
13285 | oh therefore try here if 'tis thus; as he said to H•zekiah, The Lord hath heard thy cries, and seen thy teares; | o Therefore try Here if it's thus; as he said to H•zekiah, The Lord hath herd thy cries, and seen thy tears; | uh av vvi av cs pn31|vbz av; c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1, dt n1 vhz vvn po21 n2, cc vvn po21 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2400 | Page 168 |
13286 | and oh wonder at the Lord, that he should give thee a heart to cry now. | and o wonder At the Lord, that he should give thee a heart to cry now. | cc uh vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno21 dt n1 pc-acp vvi av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2400 | Page 168 |
13287 | Reproof to Saints, |
Reproof to Saints, Who though received and herd, yet think the Lord regards them not; and as David, think his mercy is shut up. | n1 p-acp n2, r-crq cs vvn cc vvn, av vvb dt n1 vvz pno32 xx; cc c-acp np1, vvb po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2401 | Page 168 |
13288 | 1. Remember former times, Psal. 77. 7. Your experiences of the Lords pitying thee in thy blood, | 1. remember former times, Psalm 77. 7. Your experiences of the lords pitying thee in thy blood, | crd np1 j n2, np1 crd crd po22 n2 pp-f dt n2 vvg pno21 p-acp po21 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2402 | Page 168 |
13289 | and he will not cast thee off now. 2. Consider the Riches of grace; when you cannot find any thing past, but what might cause him to loath thee, | and he will not cast thee off now. 2. Consider the Riches of grace; when you cannot find any thing past, but what might cause him to loath thee, | cc pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21 a-acp av. crd np1 dt n2 pp-f n1; c-crq pn22 vmbx vvi d n1 j, cc-acp q-crq vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno21, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2402 | Page 168 |
13290 | yet the Lord may then love, when thou art lamenting thy vileness, Isa. 63. 15, 16. 3. Consider the Lord doth purposely seem to dis-regard thee sometimes; | yet the Lord may then love, when thou art lamenting thy vileness, Isaiah 63. 15, 16. 3. Consider the Lord does purposely seem to disregard thee sometime; | av dt n1 vmb av vvi, c-crq pns21 vb2r vvg po21 n1, np1 crd crd, crd crd np1 dt n1 vdz av vvi p-acp n1 pno21 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2403 | Page 168 |
13291 | not to shut out prayers, but to make you pray better; | not to shut out Prayers, but to make you pray better; | xx pc-acp vvi av n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb av-jc; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2404 | Page 168 |
13292 | not that you should not pray at all, Iudg. 16. 10. but to make you seek, | not that you should not pray At all, Judges 16. 10. but to make you seek, | xx cst pn22 vmd xx vvi p-acp d, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp vvi pn22 vvb, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2404 | Page 168 |
13293 | and follow him, though in the dark. Lam. 3. 45. with 55. in a land of pits; | and follow him, though in the dark. Lam. 3. 45. with 55. in a land of pits; | cc vvi pno31, cs p-acp dt j. np1 crd crd p-acp crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2404 | Page 168 |
13294 | eye hath not seen what God hath laid up for you. | eye hath not seen what God hath laid up for you. | n1 vhz xx vvn r-crq np1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp pn22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2404 | Page 168 |
13295 | 4. Consider there is as much in the Lord to move him in thy worst estate to help thee, | 4. Consider there is as much in the Lord to move him in thy worst estate to help thee, | crd np1 a-acp vbz p-acp av-d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po21 js n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2405 | Page 168 |
13296 | as in the best, ( viz.) his mercy, Psal. 6. 4. You say, If my heart was not so vile, | as in the best, (viz.) his mercy, Psalm 6. 4. You say, If my heart was not so vile, | c-acp p-acp dt js, (n1) po31 n1, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb, cs po11 n1 vbds xx av j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2405 | Page 168 |
13298 | this is as if you said, The Lord shews not pity only for his mercy, &c. VERSE 12. I know you not. | this is as if you said, The Lord shows not pity only for his mercy, etc. VERSE 12. I know you not. | d vbz c-acp cs pn22 vvd, dt n1 vvz xx vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1, av vvb crd pns11 vvb pn22 xx. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2405 | Page 168 |
13299 | WOrds of fence in Hebrew, beare and signifie affection also; | WOrds of fence in Hebrew, bear and signify affection also; | n2 pp-f n1 p-acp njp, vvb cc vvi n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2406 | Page 168 |
13300 | The principal affections, are Love, and Hatred. 1. Love, Psal. 1. ul•. Iohn 10. 14. 2. Hatred, Hosea 7. 2. Revel. 8. 12. In this place such knowledge is meant, which hath the affection of love joyned with it; | The principal affections, Are Love, and Hatred. 1. Love, Psalm 1. ul•. John 10. 14. 2. Hatred, Hosea 7. 2. Revel. 8. 12. In this place such knowledge is meant, which hath the affection of love joined with it; | dt j-jn n2, vbr n1, cc n1. crd n1, np1 crd n1. np1 crd crd crd n1, np1 crd crd vvb. crd crd p-acp d n1 d n1 vbz vvn, r-crq vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2406 | Page 168 |
13301 | so that 'tis as if Christ should say, I love you not, I delight not in you, my heart is not toward you, whatever good words you give me, | so that it's as if christ should say, I love you not, I delight not in you, my heart is not towards you, whatever good words you give me, | av cst pn31|vbz c-acp cs np1 vmd vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 xx, pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn22, po11 n1 vbz xx p-acp pn22, r-crq j n2 pn22 vvb pno11, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2406 | Page 168 |
13302 | and how ever your heart is toward me, or you have thoughts of me; And this is the great misery of foolish Virgins. | and how ever your heart is towards me, or you have thoughts of me; And this is the great misery of foolish Virgins. | cc c-crq av po22 n1 vbz p-acp pno11, cc pn22 vhb n2 pp-f pno11; cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2406 | Page 168 |
13303 | That it is a most heavy and dreadful misery not to be beloved, Observ. 3. not to be known of Iesus Christ; | That it is a most heavy and dreadful misery not to be Beloved, Observation 3. not to be known of Iesus christ; | cst pn31 vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 crd xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1 np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2407 | Page 168 |
13304 | for now when the Tables are turned, and the Stage is pull'd down, and the Foolish shut out, | for now when the Tables Are turned, and the Stage is pulled down, and the Foolish shut out, | p-acp av c-crq dt n2 vbr vvn, cc dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc dt j vvd av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2407 | Page 168 |
13305 | and when Christ himself would give them a doleful Answer, express in words their woe, he coucheth it under these, I know you not. I do not say that men do feel it so, | and when christ himself would give them a doleful Answer, express in words their woe, he couches it under these, I know you not. I do not say that men do feel it so, | cc c-crq np1 px31 vmd vvi pno32 dt j n1, vvb p-acp n2 po32 n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d, pns11 vvb pn22 xx. pns11 vdb xx vvi d n2 vdb vvi pn31 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2407 | Page 168 |
13306 | but it is so, and at last it will be found so. This may appear, if we consider these particulars. | but it is so, and At last it will be found so. This may appear, if we Consider these particulars. | cc-acp pn31 vbz av, cc p-acp ord pn31 vmb vbi vvn av. d vmb vvi, cs pns12 vvb d n2-j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2407 | Page 168 |
13307 | If you consider the exceeding greatness, and glory of his place, and person; | If you Consider the exceeding greatness, and glory of his place, and person; | cs pn22 vvb dt j-vvg n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2409 | Page 168 |
13308 | He is exalted, and Set At the right hand of God, upon the Throne of his Father, | pns31 vbz vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2409 | Page 168 | |
13309 | and his Dominions reach from sea to sea; | and his Dominions reach from sea to sea; | cc po31 n2 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2409 | Page 168 |
13310 | he is King of Kings, and Lord of Hoasts of Angels, &c. Phil. 2. 9. A Name abo•e every Name he hath, | he is King of Kings, and Lord of Hosts of Angels, etc. Philip 2. 9. A Name abo•e every Name he hath, | pns31 vbz n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n2, av np1 crd crd dt n1 vvb d n1 pns31 vhz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2409 | Page 168 |
13311 | and God hath sworne, To him shall every one bow. Now being thus great, and not to be beloved of such a one, is heavy; | and God hath sworn, To him shall every one bow. Now being thus great, and not to be Beloved of such a one, is heavy; | cc np1 vhz vvn, p-acp pno31 vmb d crd n1. av vbg av j, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d dt pi, vbz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2409 | Page 168 |
13312 | if we want the love of poor men, and base ignoble spirits, it is no such matter; | if we want the love of poor men, and base ignoble spirits, it is no such matter; | cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc j j n2, pn31 vbz dx d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2409 | Page 168 |
13313 | but to lose great ones favour, especially if we depend upon them in life and goods, peace and honour, this is bitter; | but to loose great ones favour, especially if we depend upon them in life and goods, peace and honour, this is bitter; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi j pi2 n1, av-j cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n2-j, n1 cc n1, d vbz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2409 | Page 169 |
13314 | hence 2 Thes. 1. 9. from the glory of his power. If you consider the terrour of the wrath of God for time to come. | hence 2 Thebes 1. 9. from the glory of his power. If you Consider the terror of the wrath of God for time to come. | av crd np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2409 | Page 169 |
13315 | If a man be abroad in the Fields from home, and no storms, not colds, | cs dt n1 vbb av p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1-an, cc dx n2, xx n2-jn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 | |
13316 | nor heats arise to hurt him, a shelter would not be so much prized, nor the loss of it great; | nor heats arise to hurt him, a shelter would not be so much prized, nor the loss of it great; | ccx n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31, dt n1 vmd xx vbi av av-d vvn, ccx dt n1 pp-f pn31 j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13317 | but if there be such, and then to want it, and to lie open to the injury of all Weathers; | but if there be such, and then to want it, and to lie open to the injury of all Weathers; | cc-acp cs pc-acp vbb d, cc av pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13318 | now it is a woe to want it: | now it is a woe to want it: | av pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13319 | So I say to you, men that are abroad in the wide Fields of this world, | So I say to you, men that Are abroad in the wide Fields of this world, | av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, n2 cst vbr av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13321 | and drink your Wine with a merry heart, and rejoyce in your Wives, and there then should be no knowledge of any thing after death, | and drink your Wine with a merry heart, and rejoice in your Wives, and there then should be no knowledge of any thing After death, | cc vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi p-acp po22 n2, cc a-acp av vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13322 | as those Epicutes spake, Eccles. 9. the Love of Christ would not be so sweet; | as those Epicutes spoke, Eccles. 9. the Love of christ would not be so sweet; | c-acp d vvz vvd, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd xx vbi av j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13323 | but there will be stormes, scorching heats that shall burn, and never be quenched, there will be colds which shall blast all your budds, | but there will be storms, scorching heats that shall burn, and never be quenched, there will be colds which shall blast all your buds, | cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi n2, j-vvg n2 cst vmb vvi, cc av-x vbi vvn, pc-acp vmb vbi n2-jn r-crq vmb vvi d po22 vvz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13324 | and blossomes, and beauty, &c. Now to have no love of Christ to take your self to, | and blossoms, and beauty, etc. Now to have no love of christ to take your self to, | cc n2, cc n1, av av pc-acp vhi dx n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13325 | as to a shelter in these times, is very heavy; | as to a shelter in these times, is very heavy; | c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, vbz av j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13326 | hence Isa. 32. 2. Christ typified by Hezekiah, shall be a shadow in a weary Land, which is spoken to shew the sweetness of his love, | hence Isaiah 32. 2. christ typified by Hezekiah, shall be a shadow in a weary Land, which is spoken to show the sweetness of his love, | av np1 crd crd np1 vvn p-acp np1, vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13327 | and their blessedness that have him to fly to; and hence their woe who want him. | and their blessedness that have him to fly to; and hence their woe who want him. | cc po32 n1 cst vhb pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp; cc av po32 n1 r-crq vvb pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13328 | It is said, Gen. 6. 8. Noah found grace in Gods eyes; not in the eyes of men; | It is said, Gen. 6. 8. Noah found grace in God's eyes; not in the eyes of men; | pn31 vbz vvn, np1 crd crd np1 vvd n1 p-acp npg1 n2; xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13329 | for before the Flood came, they did •not see it such a favour, for to have an Ark; | for before the Flood Come, they did •not see it such a favour, for to have an Ark; | c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvd, pns32 vdd n1 vvi pn31 d dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vhi dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13330 | but when that came, and they fled from Houses to Trees, from Trees to Mountaines, | but when that Come, and they fled from Houses to Trees, from Trees to Mountains, | cc-acp c-crq d vvd, cc pns32 vvd p-acp n2 p-acp n2, p-acp n2 p-acp n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13331 | and waters beneath, and above prevailed, now they saw it someth•ng to finde favour in the eyes of God, | and waters beneath, and above prevailed, now they saw it someth•ng to find favour in the eyes of God, | cc n2 a-acp, cc a-acp vvn, av pns32 vvd pn31 j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13332 | and their woe to want it. | and their woe to want it. | cc po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13333 | Moses dies, wondering at the happiness of the Saints, in regard of this, Deut. 33. 26. and ult. The eternal God is thy refuge; | Moses die, wondering At the happiness of the Saints, in regard of this, Deuteronomy 33. 26. and ult. The Eternal God is thy refuge; | np1 vvz, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp n1 pp-f d, np1 crd crd cc n1. dt j np1 vbz po21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13334 | he fore-sees stormes, he preserves from miseries above head, so as they cannot touch the heads of the Saints; | he foresees storms, he preserves from misery's above head, so as they cannot touch the Heads of the Saints; | pns31 j n2, pns31 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp n1, av c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13335 | if so be they do fall, yet they cannot fall so low, but underneath are his armes; | if so be they do fallen, yet they cannot fallen so low, but underneath Are his arms; | cs av vbb pns32 vdb vvi, av pns32 vmbx vvi av j, cc-acp a-acp vbr po31 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13336 | As a Child which stands alone, if it be in danger to fall, and others cry out, Pray take heed, I have my armes say they, under it; | As a Child which Stands alone, if it be in danger to fallen, and Others cry out, Pray take heed, I have my arms say they, under it; | c-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz av-j, cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc n2-jn vvb av, vvb vvb n1, pns11 vhb po11 n2 vvb pns32, p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13337 | hence Moses dyeth with this word, Oh Israel who is like unto thee? happy art thou! | hence Moses Dies with this word, O Israel who is like unto thee? happy art thou! | av np1 vvz p-acp d n1, uh np1 r-crq vbz av-j p-acp pno21? j n1 pns21! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13338 | then wo to those who want this; | then woe to those who want this; | av n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13339 | there is not one man living, but he shall meet with extremities, which shall make heart and spirits to faile, | there is not one man living, but he shall meet with extremities, which shall make heart and spirits to fail, | pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 vvg, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n2, r-crq vmb vvi n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13340 | and the powers of heaven shall be shaken; every thing may forsake you, but Christs love; | and the Powers of heaven shall be shaken; every thing may forsake you, but Christ love; | cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn; d n1 vmb vvi pn22, cc-acp npg1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13341 | but if that also doth, wo then to you. | but if that also does, woe then to you. | cc-acp cs cst av vdz, n1 av p-acp pn22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2410 | Page 169 |
13342 | If you consider the power which this privation of love hath to damp all joy and mirth in all things present; | If you Consider the power which this privation of love hath to damp all joy and mirth in all things present; | cs pn22 vvb dt n1 r-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vhz p-acp n-jn av-d vvi cc n1 p-acp d n2 j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13343 | it |
it envenoms, and puts a sting and poison in all blessings, and makes comforts torments; | pn31 vvz, cc vvz dt n1 cc vvi p-acp d n2, cc vvz n2 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13407 | and at last say, I know you not, when thy soul shall come trembling out of a sick and weary body, | and At last say, I know you not, when thy soul shall come trembling out of a sick and weary body, | cc p-acp ord vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 xx, c-crq po21 n1 vmb vvi vvg av pp-f dt j cc j n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13344 | to have all blessings, and all priviledges, and not to have Christs love with them, is to have a snare, a trap, a stumbling block, | to have all blessings, and all privileges, and not to have Christ love with them, is to have a snare, a trap, a stumbling block, | pc-acp vhi d n2, cc d n2, cc xx pc-acp vhi npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, vbz pc-acp vhi dt n1, dt n1, dt j-vvg n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13345 | and a Recompence, &c. Rom. 11. 9. Men regard not wrath to come; but consider of this, thy blessings are woes, curses; | and a Recompense, etc. Rom. 11. 9. Men regard not wrath to come; but Consider of this, thy blessings Are woes, curses; | cc dt n1, av np1 crd crd np1 vvb xx n1 pc-acp vvi; cc-acp vvb pp-f d, po21 n2 vbr n2, n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13346 | and you shall one day cry, Wo is me that ever I was, or that ever I had any blessing! | and you shall one day cry, Woe is me that ever I was, or that ever I had any blessing! | cc pn22 vmb crd n1 vvi, n1 vbz pno11 cst av pns11 vbds, cc cst av pns11 vhd d n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13347 | Suppose a man should be enriched with bags of D•amonds, hung with chaines of gold, fare deliciously, | Suppose a man should be enriched with bags of D•amonds, hung with chains of gold, fare deliciously, | vvb dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vvb av-j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13348 | but condemned to die, this would damp all. | but condemned to die, this would damp all. | cc-acp vvd pc-acp vvi, d vmd n-jn d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13349 | Pharaoh had a stout will, Moses tells him, Exod. 9. 16. For this cause God had raised him up to shew his power upon him; | Pharaoh had a stout will, Moses tells him, Exod 9. 16. For this cause God had raised him up to show his power upon him; | np1 vhd dt j n1, np1 vvz pno31, np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 np1 vhd vvn pno31 a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13350 | one would have thought it should have pull'd him from h•s Throne, and made him lie in the dust; | one would have Thought it should have pulled him from h•s Throne, and made him lie in the dust; | pi vmd vhi vvn pn31 vmd vhi vvn pno31 p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvd pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13351 | it did not, because God had hardened his heart; so would this, if the Lord had not hardened yours. | it did not, Because God had hardened his heart; so would this, if the Lord had not hardened yours. | pn31 vdd xx, c-acp np1 vhd vvn po31 n1; av vmd d, cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn png22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2411 | Page 169 |
13352 | Hence we shall see Saints, when they lie under false feares, only of loss of love; | Hence we shall see Saints, when they lie under false fears, only of loss of love; | av pns12 vmb vvi n2, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp j n2, av-j pp-f n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2412 | Page 169 |
13353 | those very things which are most sweet, are made most bitter. Psal. 77. 3. I remembred God, and was troubled; | those very things which Are most sweet, Are made most bitter. Psalm 77. 3. I remembered God, and was troubled; | d j n2 r-crq vbr av-ds j, vbr vvn av-ds j. np1 crd crd pns11 vvd np1, cc vbds vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2412 | Page 169 |
13354 | but what think you of those that be not indeed loved, it is enough to bring down the most merry heart, | but what think you of those that be not indeed loved, it is enough to bring down the most merry heart, | p-acp q-crq vvb pn22 pp-f d cst vbb xx av vvn, pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp dt av-ds j n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2412 | Page 170 |
13355 | and highest looks for the present; | and highest looks for the present; | cc js n2 p-acp dt j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2412 | Page 170 |
13356 | what are my friends, mine enemies? is there none to comfort me of all my Lovers? | what Are my Friends, mine enemies? is there none to Comfort me of all my Lovers? | q-crq vbr po11 n2, po11 n2? vbz pc-acp pix pc-acp vvi pno11 pp-f d po11 n2? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2412 | Page 170 |
13357 | If you consider the sweetness of this Love of Christ. | If you Consider the sweetness of this Love of christ. | cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2413 | Page 170 |
13358 | I'•e instance only in one particular, Psalm 63. 3. Cant 1. 3. The Elect, when they Are glorified, | vvb n1 av-j p-acp crd j, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2413 | Page 170 | |
13359 | and with Christ, what shall be most ravishing in their eyes? what shall swallow up their thoughts most? oh the love of Christ, his free love! | and with christ, what shall be most ravishing in their eyes? what shall swallow up their thoughts most? o the love of christ, his free love! | cc p-acp np1, r-crq vmb vbi av-ds j-vvg p-acp po32 n2? q-crq vmb vvi a-acp po32 n2 av-ds? uh dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 j n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2413 | Page 170 |
13360 | why should I be accepted, beloved! | why should I be accepted, Beloved! | q-crq vmd pns11 vbi vvn, j-vvn! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2413 | Page 170 |
13361 | oh that ever the Lord should cast his eyes, and set his heart upon such an out-cast! | o that ever the Lord should cast his eyes, and Set his heart upon such an outcast! | uh cst av dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n2, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2413 | Page 170 |
13362 | Hence, praise of the Riches of Grace, Ephes. 1. is the w•rk of Heaven. | Hence, praise of the Riches of Grace, Ephesians 1. is the w•rk of Heaven. | av, n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2413 | Page 170 |
13363 | Now to be cast out of this love, will, must be exceeding bitter to the soul; | Now to be cast out of this love, will, must be exceeding bitter to the soul; | av pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f d n1, n1, vmb vbi vvg j p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2413 | Page 170 |
13364 | hence Mat. 7. 23. I never knew you, will be daggers at the heart, or the stone upon the graves mouth, which shall torment for ever. | hence Mathew 7. 23. I never knew you, will be daggers At the heart, or the stone upon the graves Mouth, which shall torment for ever. | av np1 crd crd pns11 av-x vvd pn22, vmb vbi n2 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2413 | Page 170 |
13365 | If you consider the nature of this want, or negation of Christs love, what it is. | If you Consider the nature of this want, or negation of Christ love, what it is. | cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq pn31 vbz. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2414 | Page 170 |
13366 | 1. Degree, Is for christ not to have so much as one purpose, or Thought of peace and good to them, not to put the least Character of their names in the Book of life; | crd n1, vbz p-acp np1 xx pc-acp vhi av av-d c-acp crd n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 cc j p-acp pno32, xx pc-acp vvi dt ds n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2415 | Page 170 | |
13367 | that is the first degree and fountain of all other; Gods love, Ier. 29. 9. 2. Degree, Is not to speak one word of peace and love to a man, no absolute promise of life to them; | that is the First degree and fountain of all other; God's love, Jeremiah 29. 9. 2. Degree, Is not to speak one word of peace and love to a man, no absolute promise of life to them; | d vbz dt ord n1 cc n1 pp-f d n-jn; n2 vvb, np1 crd crd crd n1, vbz xx pc-acp vvi crd n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, dx j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2415 | Page 170 |
13368 | Psalme 50. 16. They have nothing to do to take Gods Covenant into their mouths; | Psalm 50. 16. They have nothing to do to take God's Covenant into their mouths; | n1 crd crd pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po32 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2416 | Page 170 |
13369 | those promises which comfort and support the hearts of the Saints against all sins, all miseries, belong not unto them. | those promises which Comfort and support the hearts of the Saints against all Sins, all misery's, belong not unto them. | d n2 r-crq n1 cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n2, d n2, vvb xx p-acp pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2416 | Page 170 |
13370 | 3. Degree, Not to suffer for them, not to shed one drop of blood for their lives, Ioh. 17. 9. so that all their sins must lie upon them, to bear and answer for. | 3. Degree, Not to suffer for them, not to shed one drop of blood for their lives, John 17. 9. so that all their Sins must lie upon them, to bear and answer for. | crd n1, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, xx pc-acp vvi crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd crd av cst d po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2417 | Page 170 |
13371 | 4. Degree, Not to do the least good for them; | 4. Degree, Not to do the least good for them; | crd n1, xx pc-acp vdi dt av-ds j p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2418 | Page 170 |
13372 | good things they have, but through their sins, and Christs ordering of it, are not good for them, | good things they have, but through their Sins, and Christ ordering of it, Are not good for them, | j n2 pns32 vhb, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc npg1 vvg pp-f pn31, vbr xx j p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2418 | Page 170 |
13373 | but they are thereby fitted by patience for destruction. 5. Degree, Not to accept any thing which they do to him; | but they Are thereby fitted by patience for destruction. 5. Degree, Not to accept any thing which they do to him; | cc-acp pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. crd n1, xx pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2418 | Page 170 |
13374 | their sacr•fices and prayers are sins, Mal. 1. I have no pleasure in you. | their sacr•fices and Prayers Are Sins, Malachi 1. I have no pleasure in you. | po32 n2 cc n2 vbr n2, np1 crd pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2419 | Page 170 |
13375 | 6. Degree, Not to pity them in time of their trouble, but to laugh at their Calamity, | 6. Degree, Not to pity them in time of their trouble, but to laugh At their Calamity, | crd n1, xx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2420 | Page 170 |
13376 | and to rejoyce in their Ruine, and eternal overthrow; Christ shall get glory from them then, whom they despised so long before. | and to rejoice in their Ruin, and Eternal overthrow; christ shall get glory from them then, whom they despised so long before. | cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc j n1; np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno32 av, ro-crq pns32 vvd av av-j a-acp. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2420 | Page 170 |
13377 | This may let us see, |
This may let us see, what cause all the people of God have to be abundantly satisfied with the love of christ; | d vmb vvi pno12 vvi, r-crq n1 d dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13378 | the heart of man is naturally like the raging sea, never quiet, if the least windes do but arise; | the heart of man is naturally like the raging sea, never quiet, if the least winds do but arise; | dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j av-j dt j-vvg n1, av-x j-jn, cs dt ds n2 vdb p-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13379 | the Saints may have unmortified affections, and are very apt upon troublesome temptations to be disquieted; | the Saints may have unmortified affections, and Are very apt upon troublesome temptations to be disquieted; | dt n2 vmb vhi vvn n2, cc vbr av j p-acp j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13380 | the Saints are compared to the Apple of Gods eye; and we know little things will trouble much there; | the Saints Are compared to the Apple of God's eye; and we know little things will trouble much there; | dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; cc pns12 vvb j n2 vmb vvi d a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13381 | it's because in losses and sorrows which befall themselves, and in beholding the madness and folly of others, they are very apt to look upon the anger of the Lord in them fo• their sin, which others usually do not. | it's Because in losses and sorrows which befall themselves, and in beholding the madness and folly of Others, they Are very apt to look upon the anger of the Lord in them fo• their since, which Others usually do not. | pn31|vbz p-acp p-acp n2 cc n2 r-crq vvb px32, cc p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn, pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 n1 po32 n1, r-crq n2-jn av-j vdb xx. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13382 | Oh consider, is it such a misery to lose Christs love? and have you a share in it? oh then be thankful for it, and contented with it. | O Consider, is it such a misery to loose Christ love? and have you a share in it? o then be thankful for it, and contented with it. | uh vvb, vbz pn31 d dt n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1? cc vhb pn22 dt n1 p-acp pn31? uh av vbi j p-acp pn31, cc vvn p-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13383 | When Christ was to depart from his Disciples, Ioh. 16. 22. you shall sorrow; but what doth he leave with them to quiet them? I will see you againe, that mourn now for loss of my presence; | When christ was to depart from his Disciples, John 16. 22. you shall sorrow; but what does he leave with them to quiet them? I will see you again, that mourn now for loss of my presence; | c-crq np1 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd crd pn22 vmb n1; p-acp r-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av, cst vvb av p-acp n1 pp-f po11 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13384 | What else? doth he promise them nothing else? truly that is enough. | What Else? does he promise them nothing Else? truly that is enough. | q-crq av? vdz pns31 vvi pno32 pix av? av-j d vbz av-d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13408 | before the Tribunal of God Almighty, as these, was that portion then so good? Oh therefore take your portion, and be thankful for it! | before the Tribunal of God Almighty, as these, was that portion then so good? O Therefore take your portion, and be thankful for it! | p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 j-jn, c-acp d, vbds d n1 av av j? uh av vvb po22 n1, cc vbi j p-acp pn31! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13385 | When David looked upon the prosperity of the wicked, and that they should •ever see light, Psal. 49. 15. with 19. But God will redeem my soul from the grave, not from troubles, and he will receive me; | When David looked upon the Prosperity of the wicked, and that they should •ever see Light, Psalm 49. 15. with 19. But God will Redeem my soul from the grave, not from Troubles, and he will receive me; | c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi vvi n1, np1 crd crd p-acp crd p-acp np1 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp n2, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno11; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13386 | Some read it, For he hath received me; both may stand together, and this was enough to him. | some read it, For he hath received me; both may stand together, and this was enough to him. | d vvb pn31, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno11; d vmb vvi av, cc d vbds av-d p-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2421 | Page 170 |
13387 | If a Traveller have lost his way, and not come home to his journeys end, he may be very well unquie•; | If a Traveller have lost his Way, and not come home to his journeys end, he may be very well unquie•; | cs dt n1 vhb vvn po31 n1, cc xx vvb av-an p-acp po31 ng1 n1, pns31 vmb vbi av av n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13388 | but when he is come to the end of his journey, and can go no further, | but when he is come to the end of his journey, and can go no further, | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vmb vvi av-dx av-jc, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13389 | then he sits down, and lives there, and would not go back againe, especially if he considers how many are out of doors, | then he sits down, and lives there, and would not go back again, especially if he considers how many Are out of doors, | cs pns31 vvz a-acp, cc vvz a-acp, cc vmd xx vvi av av, av-j cs pns31 vvz c-crq d vbr av pp-f n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13390 | and under tempests, he may now bless God, they have a shelter; | and under tempests, he may now bless God, they have a shelter; | cc p-acp n2, pns31 vmb av vvi np1, pns32 vhb dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13391 | So if the Lord had never revealed his grace to you in the Gospel, and you were not yet drawn by it, | So if the Lord had never revealed his grace to you in the Gospel, and you were not yet drawn by it, | av cs dt n1 vhd av-x vvn po31 n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, cc pn22 vbdr xx av vvn p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13392 | nor drawn to it, but were lost in your sins, or selves, or world, and had miseries upon you, then you might be unquiet; | nor drawn to it, but were lost in your Sins, or selves, or world, and had misery's upon you, then you might be unquiet; | ccx vvn p-acp pn31, cc-acp vbdr vvn p-acp po22 n2, cc n2, cc n1, cc vhd n2 p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vmd vbi j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13393 | but now when laid •n the bosome of Christ, when suck•ng the breasts of the grace of Christ, | but now when laid •n the bosom of christ, when suck•ng the breasts of the grace of christ, | cc-acp av c-crq vvn av dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13394 | when you can go no further though thou were•in Heaven, for there's no other happiness there; | when you can go no further though thou were•in Heaven, for there's no other happiness there; | c-crq pn22 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc cs pns21 vvb n1, c-acp pc-acp|vbz dx j-jn n1 a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13395 | Now sit •till c•ntented, and be glad of this, as under thy Vine and shadow; | Now fit •till c•ntented, and be glad of this, as under thy Vine and shadow; | av vvb av vvn, cc vbi j pp-f d, c-acp p-acp po21 n1 cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13396 | especially considering the woes of them, that are yet farre from this grace and mercy in Jesus Christ, and under Clouds of blood. | especially considering the woes of them, that Are yet Far from this grace and mercy in jesus christ, and under Clouds of blood. | av-j vvg dt n2 pp-f pno32, cst vbr av av-j p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 np1, cc p-acp n2 pp-f n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13397 | Men that faile upon the Sea, if they see nothing but waves, and vast raging of waters about them, they keep themselves close in their Ship, | Men that fail upon the Sea, if they see nothing but waves, and vast raging of waters about them, they keep themselves close in their Ship, | np1 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vvb pix cc-acp n2, cc j n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb px32 j p-acp po32 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13398 | though their Cabbins be but little; tell me one thing that is good, where Christs love is not; | though their Cabins be but little; tell me one thing that is good, where Christ love is not; | cs po32 n2 vbb p-acp j; vvb pno11 crd n1 cst vbz j, c-crq npg1 n1 vbz xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13399 | shew me any thing but misery, death, and eternal sorrows out of it; oh therefore sit still, quietly, meekly, contentedly, though you be tossed as high as Heaven, | show me any thing but misery, death, and Eternal sorrows out of it; o Therefore fit still, quietly, meekly, contentedly, though you be tossed as high as Heaven, | vvb pno11 d n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc j n2 av pp-f pn31; uh av vvb av, av-jn, av-j, av-vvn, cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp j c-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13400 | and go down as deep as Hell again. | and go down as deep as Hell again. | cc vvb a-acp p-acp j-jn c-acp n1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2422 | Page 171 |
13401 | You are troubled sometimes with losses of outward things, Cattel dye, and Rachels Children and Husband are not, increase little, decayes many, | You Are troubled sometime with losses of outward things, Cattle die, and Rachels Children and Husband Are not, increase little, decays many, | pn22 vbr vvn av p-acp n2 pp-f j n2, n2 vvb, cc npg1 n2 cc n1 vbr xx, vvb j, vvz d, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13402 | and Iobs wife bids him bless God (and give glory to him, by confessing he is an Hypocrite, | and Jobs wife bids him bless God (and give glory to him, by confessing he is an Hypocrite, | cc n2 n1 vvz pno31 vvi np1 (cc vvb n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg pns31 vbz dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13403 | because so much afflicted) and dye; | Because so much afflicted) and die; | c-acp av av-d vvn) cc vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13404 | and David sees the ungodly flourish, and he thinks he hath washt his hands in vain, | and David sees the ungodly flourish, and he thinks he hath washed his hands in vain, | cc np1 vvz dt j n1, cc pns31 vvz pns31 vhz vvn po31 n2 p-acp j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13405 | and 'tis good to fare and live here as they live; | and it's good to fare and live Here as they live; | cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi av c-acp pns32 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13406 | Oh consider, suppose the Lord should give thee these things as he doth to others, to be snares, | O Consider, suppose the Lord should give thee these things as he does to Others, to be snares, | uh vvb, vvb dt n1 vmd vvi pno21 d n2 c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp n2-jn, pc-acp vbi n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13430 | and as the Lord there said, so I say; | and as the Lord there said, so I say; | cc p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvd, av pns11 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2431 | Page 172 |
13409 | Oh therefore be glad in this, and say, I have these miseries, but Christs love to sweeten them! | O Therefore be glad in this, and say, I have these misery's, but Christ love to sweeten them! | uh av vbi j p-acp d, cc vvi, pns11 vhb d n2, cc-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13410 | these sorrows, but Christs love to sanctifie them! | these sorrows, but Christ love to sanctify them! | d n2, cc-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13411 | I see Floods of Fire arising, but oh here's this shelter to be a Refuge to me! | I see Floods of Fire arising, but o here's this shelter to be a Refuge to me! | pns11 vvb n2 pp-f n1 vvg, cc-acp uh av|vbz d n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno11! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2423 | Page 171 |
13412 | You have heard what it is not to be beloved, what a misery it is; by that contrary, see this, viz. | You have herd what it is not to be Beloved, what a misery it is; by that contrary, see this, viz. | pn22 vhb vvn r-crq pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq dt n1 pn31 vbz; p-acp d n-jn, vvb d, n1 | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2424 | Page 171 |
13413 | 1. For the Lord to have thoughts of peace to thee, when thou wert nothing but death and misery before his eyes, to bear thee in his heart ever since he was God. | 1. For the Lord to have thoughts of peace to thee, when thou Wertenberg nothing but death and misery before his eyes, to bear thee in his heart ever since he was God. | crd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, c-crq pns21 vbd2r pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po31 n1 av c-acp pns31 vbds np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2425 | Page 171 |
13414 | 2. For the Lord to speak to thee, and make an eternal Covenant, and every promise thine. | 2. For the Lord to speak to thee, and make an Eternal Covenant, and every promise thine. | crd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, cc vvi dt j n1, cc d n1 png21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2426 | Page 171 |
13415 | Davids dying words are, This was enough, even all his desire; and not one tittle but shall be accomplished one day. | Davids dying words Are, This was enough, even all his desire; and not one tittle but shall be accomplished one day. | npg1 vvg n2 vbr, d vbds av-d, av d po31 n1; cc xx crd n1 cc-acp vmb vbi vvn crd n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2426 | Page 171 |
13416 | 3. For the Lord to •hed his blood, beare thy sins, curse, and tread down death and sin, | 3. For the Lord to •hed his blood, bear thy Sins, curse, and tread down death and since, | crd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vvb po21 n2, n1, cc vvb a-acp n1 cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2427 | Page 171 |
13417 | and teare away the hand-writing of the Law against thee, rather than the least evil befall thee. | and tear away the handwriting of the Law against thee, rather than the least evil befall thee. | cc vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno21, av-c cs dt av-ds j-jn vvi pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2427 | Page 171 |
13418 | 4. For the Lord to be working for thee by all good things, all evil things, all providences, all Ordinances, night and day, | 4. For the Lord to be working for thee by all good things, all evil things, all providences, all Ordinances, night and day, | crd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp pno21 p-acp d j n2, d j-jn n2, d n2, d n2, n1 cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2428 | Page 171 |
13419 | and you may find it in part, and shall find it hereafter. 5. For the Lord to accept all thy poor endeavours, desires, prayers, Isai•h 56. 6. For the Lord to pity thee in all thy misery, and worst times! | and you may find it in part, and shall find it hereafter. 5. For the Lord to accept all thy poor endeavours, Desires, Prayers, Isai•h 56. 6. For the Lord to pity thee in all thy misery, and worst times! | cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1, cc vmb vvi pn31 av. crd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d po21 j n2, n2, n2, j crd crd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d po21 n1, cc js n2! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2428 | Page 171 |
13420 | then to shew his greatest love, when death, and powers of darkness put forth their greatest malice! truly thus it is; | then to show his greatest love, when death, and Powers of darkness put forth their greatest malice! truly thus it is; | av pc-acp vvi po31 js n1, c-crq n1, cc n2 pp-f n1 vvd av po32 js n1! av-j av pn31 vbz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2430 | Page 171 |
13421 | Oh let this love be enough, considering especially the woful condition of them that want it, who shall cry for one smile, and cannot get it! | O let this love be enough, considering especially the woeful condition of them that want it, who shall cry for one smile, and cannot get it! | uh vvb d n1 vbb av-d, vvg av-j dt j n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pn31, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp crd vvi, cc vmbx vvi pn31! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2430 | Page 172 |
13422 | See this love, and doubt not of it; | See this love, and doubt not of it; | vvb d n1, cc vvb xx pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2430 | Page 172 |
13423 | how could you love him, if he did not love you first? especially if you have been satiated with it? tray for it, Psalme 90. 14. I speak this the rather, | how could you love him, if he did not love you First? especially if you have been satiated with it? tray for it, Psalm 90. 14. I speak this the rather, | q-crq vmd pn22 vvi pno31, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi pn22 ord? av-j cs pn22 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pn31? n1 p-acp pn31, n1 crd crd pns11 vvb d dt av-c, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2430 | Page 172 |
13424 | because of the sad miseries which make men lame in their Christian course, that they are ready to lie down disconsolate, because they Remember not this; | Because of the sad misery's which make men lame in their Christian course, that they Are ready to lie down disconsolate, Because they remember not this; | c-acp pp-f dt j n2 r-crq vvb n2 j p-acp po32 np1 n1, cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp j, c-acp pns32 vvb xx d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2430 | Page 172 |
13425 | Do not alwayes doubt, but once at last get through the Crowde to this Love. | Do not always doubt, but once At last get through the Crowd to this Love. | vdb xx av vvi, cc-acp a-acp p-acp ord vvi p-acp dt vvb p-acp d n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2430 | Page 172 |
13426 | Let those who want this love, mourn for it, |
Let those who want this love, mourn for it, though the Lord gives you, and does for you never so much in regard of other things. | vvb d r-crq vvb d n1, vvb p-acp pn31, cs dt n1 vvz pn22, cc vdz p-acp pn22 av-x av av-d p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2431 | Page 172 |
13427 | Suppose he doth not smite thy body with sickness, thy name with disgrace, thy estate with losses; | Suppose he does not smite thy body with sickness, thy name with disgrace, thy estate with losses; | vvb pns31 vdz xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1, po21 n1 p-acp n1, po21 n1 p-acp n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2431 | Page 172 |
13428 | yet if he doth not love thee, this is woe enough. | yet if he does not love thee, this is woe enough. | av cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pno21, d vbz n1 av-d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2431 | Page 172 |
13429 | It was the misery of Israel, Ier. 15. 1. with 5. My minde is not to this people, cast them out; | It was the misery of Israel, Jeremiah 15. 1. with 5. My mind is not to this people, cast them out; | pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd p-acp crd po11 n1 vbz xx p-acp d n1, vvd pno32 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2431 | Page 172 |
13431 | If the Lord deal thus, who shall pity thee, or bemoane thee, or ask how thou dost? Ioel. 1. 8, 9, 10. They lament when the Fig-tree was wasted; | If the Lord deal thus, who shall pity thee, or bemoan thee, or ask how thou dost? Joel 1. 8, 9, 10. They lament when the Fig tree was wasted; | cs dt n1 vvb av, r-crq vmb vvi pno21, cc vvb pno21, cc vvb c-crq pns21 vd2? np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns32 vvb c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2431 | Page 172 |
13432 | much more now the Lords love is not towards thee. | much more now the lords love is not towards thee. | av-d av-dc av dt n2 vvb vbz xx p-acp pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2431 | Page 172 |
13433 | Lam. 1. 16. The Church there laments, that the Comforter which should refresh was farre off. | Lam. 1. 16. The Church there laments, that the Comforter which should refresh was Far off. | np1 crd crd dt n1 a-acp vvz, cst dt n1 r-crq vmd vvi vbds av-j a-acp. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2431 | Page 172 |
13434 | Quest. How shall I know that? Answ. If he never did affect thy heart with loss, and want of his love, | Quest. How shall I know that? Answer If he never did affect thy heart with loss, and want of his love, | n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? np1 cs pns31 av-x vdd vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2432 | Page 172 |
13435 | and abusing of it, but hath let you go on in peace all your life; you were borne out of his love, cast out to the loathing of thy person, | and abusing of it, but hath let you go on in peace all your life; you were born out of his love, cast out to the loathing of thy person, | cc vvg pp-f pn31, cc-acp vhz vvn pn22 vvb a-acp p-acp n1 av-d po22 n1; pn22 vbdr vvn av pp-f po31 n1, vvd av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po21 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13436 | and have lived so, though he hath been pitiful to thee; | and have lived so, though he hath been pitiful to thee; | cc vhb vvn av, cs pns31 vhz vbn j p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13437 | now if you were never troubled with loss of this, and wrongs done against this, you are as yet out of love. | now if you were never troubled with loss of this, and wrongs done against this, you Are as yet out of love. | av cs pn22 vbdr av-x vvn p-acp n1 pp-f d, cc n2-jn vdi p-acp d, pn22 vbr a-acp av av pp-f n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13438 | Look as it is with a Father, if he hath a Childe froward, and cannot restraine him, he lets him alone, he loves him not, else he would chasti•e and correct him, | Look as it is with a Father, if he hath a Child froward, and cannot restrain him, he lets him alone, he loves him not, Else he would chasti•e and correct him, | n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vhz dt n1 j, cc vmbx vvi pno31, pns31 vvz pno31 av-j, pns31 vvz pno31 xx, av pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13439 | and make him shake at his frownes; so here, as it is Heb. 12. 8. If no correction, you are Bastards; | and make him shake At his frowns; so Here, as it is Hebrew 12. 8. If not correction, you Are Bastards; | cc vvi pno31 vvi p-acp po31 n2; av av, c-acp pn31 vbz np1 crd crd cs xx n1, pn22 vbr n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13440 | So here you have gone on, and never have been yet troubled in minde with the frowns of Christ, never lamented your wrongs done to Christ; | So Here you have gone on, and never have been yet troubled in mind with the frowns of christ, never lamented your wrongs done to christ; | av av pn22 vhb vvn a-acp, cc av-x vhi vbn av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av-x vvd po22 n2-jn vdn p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13441 | are you loved? I know the Lord may let you go Prodigals for a time, | Are you loved? I know the Lord may let you go Prodigals for a time, | vbr pn22 vvn? pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13442 | but he will bring you back, if he loves you. I never knew any whom the Lord brought home, but this broke their hearts. | but he will bring you back, if he loves you. I never knew any whom the Lord brought home, but this broke their hearts. | cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn22 av, cs pns31 vvz pn22. pns11 av-x vvd d r-crq dt n1 vvn av-an, cc-acp d vvd po32 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13443 | O that the Lord was so patient, and I all my life abused him! nay, he would oft have gathered me! | O that the Lord was so patient, and I all my life abused him! nay, he would oft have gathered me! | sy cst dt n1 vbds av j, cc pns11 d po11 n1 vvn pno31! uh, pns31 vmd av vhi vvn pno11! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13444 | he did oft strive, and I was lik• a Ballock unaccustomed to the yoke, Jer. 31. 18. and he might have cut me off, | he did oft strive, and I was lik• a Ballock unaccustomed to the yoke, Jer. 31. 18. and he might have Cut me off, | pns31 vdd av vvi, cc pns11 vbds n1 dt np1 j p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cc pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno11 a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13445 | or given me up to my stubborn heart. | or given me up to my stubborn heart. | cc vvn pno11 a-acp p-acp po11 j n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13446 | Many are troubled for want of memory, ignorance, and want of power to pray, or some sin, | Many Are troubled for want of memory, ignorance, and want of power to pray, or Some since, | av-d vbr vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, cc d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13447 | and then God is merciful to them, and this eases them againe; | and then God is merciful to them, and this eases them again; | cc av np1 vbz j p-acp pno32, cc d vvz pno32 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13448 | but this is nothing, till you come to this, viz. feares of the eternal los of this love; and this lies heavy. | but this is nothing, till you come to this, viz. fears of the Eternal los of this love; and this lies heavy. | cc-acp d vbz pix, c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp d, n1 n2 pp-f dt j fw-la pp-f d n1; cc d vvz j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13449 | If this be thy condition, that for the present thou art not loved of the Lord, tell me but one thing which thou hast to comfort thee; | If this be thy condition, that for the present thou art not loved of the Lord, tell me but one thing which thou hast to Comfort thee; | cs d vbb po21 n1, cst p-acp dt j pns21 vb2r xx vvn pp-f dt n1, vvb pno11 p-acp crd n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 pc-acp vvi pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13450 | thou hast friends, peace, health, but they are all without love; if without love, then thou hast them with a curse, and wrath of God. | thou hast Friends, peace, health, but they Are all without love; if without love, then thou hast them with a curse, and wrath of God. | pns21 vh2 n2, n1, n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr d p-acp n1; cs p-acp n1, cs pns21 vh2 pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13451 | Suppose thou wert dying, and the Lord should say to thee, when thou cryest, I know thee not; would it not be sad! | Suppose thou Wertenberg dying, and the Lord should say to thee, when thou Christ, I know thee not; would it not be sad! | vvb pns21 vbd2r vvg, cc dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno21, c-crq pns21 vv2, pns11 vvb pno21 xx; vmd pn31 xx vbi j! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13453 | for ought I know, there was never drop of blood shed for thee, never thought of peace in Christs Breasts to thee; | for ought I know, there was never drop of blood shed for thee, never Thought of peace in Christ Breasts to thee; | c-acp vmd pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbds av-x n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno21, av-x vvd pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13454 | a vile wretch that never lamented the loss of his love, nor contempt of it to this day! | a vile wretch that never lamented the loss of his love, nor contempt of it to this day! | dt j n1 cst av-x vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, ccx n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2433 | Page 172 |
13455 | Obj. But I care not so long as I have been well without it, so I hope I shall do still, I will not believe I am out of his love. | Object But I care not so long as I have been well without it, so I hope I shall do still, I will not believe I am out of his love. | np1 cc-acp pns11 vvb xx av av-j c-acp pns11 vhb vbn av p-acp pn31, av pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vdi av, pns11 vmb xx vvi pns11 vbm av pp-f po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2434 | Page 172 |
13456 | Answ. Yea, this is the misery of men, as it was of these Virgins; | Answer Yea, this is the misery of men, as it was of these Virgins; | np1 uh, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pn31 vbds pp-f d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2435 | Page 172 |
13457 | but time shall come, when you shall see him sit upon his Throne, brighter than a Thousand Suns, in the glory of his Father, a fire burning round about him, | but time shall come, when you shall see him fit upon his Throne, Brighter than a Thousand Suns, in the glory of his Father, a fire burning round about him, | cc-acp n1 vmb vvi, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi pno31 vvi p-acp po31 n1, jc cs dt crd n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 vvg av-j p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2435 | Page 173 |
13458 | and the Kings of the earth trembling at his presence, and his Saints in his bosome like unto him, | and the Kings of the earth trembling At his presence, and his Saints in his bosom like unto him, | cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1 av-j p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2435 | Page 173 |
13459 | then you shall wish you had his love, and lament, Rev. 1. and waile, because of him. | then you shall wish you had his love, and lament, Rev. 1. and wail, Because of him. | cs pn22 vmb vvi pn22 vhd po31 n1, cc vvi, n1 crd cc vvi, c-acp pp-f pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2435 | Page 173 |
13460 | Oh secure world, will you sit still in your sinnes, and lie in your unbelief, till the fire burnes about you, and there be no escape! | O secure world, will you fit still in your Sins, and lie in your unbelief, till the fire burns about you, and there be no escape! | uh j n1, vmb pn22 vvi av p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi p-acp po22 n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22, cc pc-acp vbi dx n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2435 | Page 173 |
13461 | Oh that the Lord would pity you, many of you that have yet lived with dry eyes, | O that the Lord would pity you, many of you that have yet lived with dry eyes, | uh cst dt n1 vmd vvi pn22, d pp-f pn22 cst vhb av vvn p-acp j n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2435 | Page 173 |
13462 | and merry hearts, and yet have no love from Jesus Christ. | and merry hearts, and yet have no love from jesus christ. | cc j n2, cc av vhb dx n1 p-acp np1 np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2435 | Page 173 |
13463 | Learn hence not to despise or refuse the love of Christ when it is offered to you, |
Learn hence not to despise or refuse the love of christ when it is offered to you, and propounded to you in the Gospel; | vvb av xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, cc vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2436 | Page 173 |
13464 | we can be content to want the love of some men, because we can live well enough without them, and their love; | we can be content to want the love of Some men, Because we can live well enough without them, and their love; | pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi av av-d p-acp pno32, cc po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2436 | Page 173 |
13465 | their love lost hurts not us; | their love lost hurts not us; | po32 n1 vvn n2 xx pno12; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2436 | Page 173 |
13466 | but if the loss of their love may be the loss of our goods and lives, | but if the loss of their love may be the loss of our goods and lives, | cc-acp cs dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2-j cc n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2436 | Page 173 |
13467 | then (if it may be had) men will seek for, and long for it, thoght it should not be offered; | then (if it may be had) men will seek for, and long for it, Thought it should not be offered; | av (cs pn31 vmb vbi vhn) n2 vmb vvi p-acp, cc av-j c-acp pn31, vvd pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2436 | Page 173 |
13468 | but if offered, it is gladly accepted: So if you could live without the love of Christ, you might content your selves; | but if offered, it is gladly accepted: So if you could live without the love of christ, you might content your selves; | cc-acp cs vvn, pn31 vbz av-j vvn: av cs pn22 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmd vvi po22 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2436 | Page 173 |
13469 | but the loss of it is more bitter than ten thousand deaths; and therefore refuse it not when it is offered; | but the loss of it is more bitter than ten thousand death's; and Therefore refuse it not when it is offered; | cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-dc j cs crd crd n2; cc av vvb pn31 xx c-crq pn31 vbz vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2436 | Page 173 |
13470 | but as they, Acts 2. 39, 41. when they saw how they had imbrued their hands in the blood of Christ, | but as they, Acts 2. 39, 41. when they saw how they had imbrued their hands in the blood of christ, | cc-acp c-acp pns32, n2 crd crd, crd c-crq pns32 vvd c-crq pns32 vhd vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2436 | Page 173 |
13471 | and yet saw grace offered, it is said, They gladly received the Word of the Lord. | and yet saw grace offered, it is said, They gladly received the Word of the Lord. | cc av vvd n1 vvd, pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2436 | Page 173 |
13472 | The Law is a word of condemnation; | The Law is a word of condemnation; | dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2437 | Page 173 |
13473 | but that is not the last word the Lord hath spoken, then I should spend time in vaine now; | but that is not the last word the Lord hath spoken, then I should spend time in vain now; | cc-acp d vbz xx dt ord n1 dt n1 vhz vvn, cs pns11 vmd vvi n1 p-acp j av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2437 | Page 173 |
13474 | the Gospel, even the whole Gospel is a word of love and Reconciliation; 2 Cor. 5. 19, 20. wherein the Lord doth beseech men to be reconciled; i. e. | the Gospel, even the Whole Gospel is a word of love and Reconciliation; 2 Cor. 5. 19, 20. wherein the Lord does beseech men to be reconciled; i. e. | dt n1, av dt j-jn n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; crd np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi n2 pc-acp vbi vvn; uh. sy. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2437 | Page 173 |
13475 | to accept of Gods love offered therein. | to accept of God's love offered therein. | pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n1 vvd av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2437 | Page 173 |
13476 | The Lord knows full well that mens hearts are so full of enmity, that they will never seek for Reconciliation first, | The Lord knows full well that men's hearts Are so full of enmity, that they will never seek for Reconciliation First, | dt n1 vvz av-j av cst ng2 n2 vbr av j pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp n1 ord, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2438 | Page 173 |
13477 | though they have good cause, because they have offered the wrong; | though they have good cause, Because they have offered the wrong; | cs pns32 vhb j n1, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2438 | Page 173 |
13478 | and therefore he stands not upon termes, but offers love first, without which he knows they are for ever undone! | and Therefore he Stands not upon terms, but offers love First, without which he knows they Are for ever undone! | cc av pns31 vvz xx p-acp n2, cc-acp vvz n1 ord, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pns32 vbr p-acp av vvn! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2438 | Page 173 |
13479 | Oh therefore receive it, accept of it when it is offered to you; and lose thy life, rather than lose his love. | O Therefore receive it, accept of it when it is offered to you; and loose thy life, rather than loose his love. | uh av vvb pn31, vvb pp-f pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pn22; cc vvb po21 n1, av-c cs vvi po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2438 | Page 173 |
13480 | For the further opening of this Point, I shall shew three things. 1. That Christ doth offer his love in the Gospel; | For the further opening of this Point, I shall show three things. 1. That christ does offer his love in the Gospel; | p-acp dt jc n-vvg pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb vvi crd n2. crd cst np1 vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2439 | Page 173 |
13481 | and how. 2. Upon what termes. 3. Motives to accept it, and answer Objections against accepting of it. | and how. 2. Upon what terms. 3. Motives to accept it, and answer Objections against accepting of it. | cc c-crq. crd p-acp r-crq n2. crd n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi n2 p-acp vvg pp-f pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2439 | Page 173 |
13482 | First, That the Lord doth offer, and how he doth offer his love in the Gospel; | First, That the Lord does offer, and how he does offer his love in the Gospel; | ord, cst dt n1 vdz vvi, cc c-crq pns31 vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13483 | and this I shall cleare, because nothing can draw the soul to accept of love but this. | and this I shall clear, Because nothing can draw the soul to accept of love but this. | cc d pns11 vmb vvi, c-acp pix vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 p-acp d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13484 | For the better understanding of which, you must conceive that the love of Christ in the Gospel, is diversly manifested unto men; | For the better understanding of which, you must conceive that the love of christ in the Gospel, is diversely manifested unto men; | p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f r-crq, pn22 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13485 | either to men after they be in Christ, and are brought home by it, and this is a love of delight in them. | either to men After they be in christ, and Are brought home by it, and this is a love of delight in them. | d p-acp n2 c-acp pns32 vbb p-acp np1, cc vbr vvn av-an p-acp pn31, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13486 | Psalm: 45. 10, 11. Or it is a love of good will to men not brought home; | Psalm: 45. 10, 11. Or it is a love of good will to men not brought home; | np1: crd crd, crd cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2 xx vvn av-an; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13487 | as it is in Husbands, before their affections be set upon any, they make love, as it is 2 Thess. 2. 10. They received not the love of the truth, | as it is in Husbands, before their affections be Set upon any, they make love, as it is 2 Thess 2. 10. They received not the love of the truth, | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2, p-acp po32 n2 vbb vvn p-acp d, pns32 vvb n1, c-acp pn31 vbz crd np1 crd crd pns32 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13488 | because the truth made love to them. Luke 2. 14. Good will towards men; and this love, I say is offered; | Because the truth made love to them. Luke 2. 14. Good will towards men; and this love, I say is offered; | c-acp dt n1 vvd n1 p-acp pno32. zz crd crd j n1 p-acp n2; cc d n1, pns11 vvb vbz vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13489 | this love the Lord makes unto you; | this love the Lord makes unto you; | d n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13490 | stand amazed at it, that after all your sinnes, wrongs done him, nothing but love is offered, even his dearest love; | stand amazed At it, that After all your Sins, wrongs done him, nothing but love is offered, even his dearest love; | vvb vvn p-acp pn31, cst p-acp d po22 n2, n2-jn vdn pno31, pix cc-acp n1 vbz vvn, av po31 js-jn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13491 | for though there is patience, power to help, wisdome to guide; | for though there is patience, power to help, Wisdom to guide; | c-acp cs pc-acp vbz n1, n1 pc-acp vvi, n1 pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13492 | though there is terrour in him, yet, Take my love, saith he, Iohn 3. 17. And hence, Heb. 2. 3. it is called Great salvation, or love; 'tis offered; | though there is terror in him, yet, Take my love, Says he, John 3. 17. And hence, Hebrew 2. 3. it is called Great salvation, or love; it's offered; | cs pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno31, av, vvb po11 n1, vvz pns31, np1 crd crd cc av, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn j n1, cc n1; pn31|vbz vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 173 |
13493 | else how could men be said to reject it, or neglect it, which he warnes them of? A man may as well question whether there be a Gospel, | Else how could men be said to reject it, or neglect it, which he warns them of? A man may as well question whither there be a Gospel, | av q-crq vmd n2 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31, r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 pp-f? dt n1 vmb a-acp av n1 cs pc-acp vbi dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 174 |
13494 | as whether love be offered there; | as whither love be offered there; | c-acp cs n1 vbb vvn a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 174 |
13495 | for as the Law is nothing but the manifestation of sin, the hand-writing of death and wrath against all men, writ with the Finger of God; | for as the Law is nothing but the manifestation of since, the handwriting of death and wrath against all men, writ with the Finger of God; | p-acp c-acp dt n1 vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 174 |
13496 | the Gospel is the manifestation of grace, the hand-writing of grace and peace to all men, written with the blood of God; | the Gospel is the manifestation of grace, the handwriting of grace and peace to all men, written with the blood of God; | dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 174 |
13582 | Come under my wings, saith Christ, Matthew 23. you may all. I would have you safe, | Come under my wings, Says christ, Matthew 23. you may all. I would have you safe, | vvb p-acp po11 n2, vvz np1, np1 crd pn22 vmb av-d. pns11 vmd vhi pn22 j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13497 | and hence the Gospel is that which brings life and immortality to light, 2 Tim. 1. 10. Not that there is life absolutely for all, | and hence the Gospel is that which brings life and immortality to Light, 2 Tim. 1. 10. Not that there is life absolutely for all, | cc av dt n1 vbz d r-crq vvz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, crd np1 crd crd xx d pc-acp vbz n1 av-j p-acp d, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 174 |
13498 | but there 'tis for all that shall by faith accept of it. More particularly, | but there it's for all that shall by faith accept of it. More particularly, | cc-acp a-acp pn31|vbz p-acp d cst vmb p-acp n1 vvi pp-f pn31. av-dc av-jn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2440 | Page 174 |
13499 | First, It is offered Universally to all wherever it comes, and therefore personally to every man; | First, It is offered Universally to all wherever it comes, and Therefore personally to every man; | ord, pn31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp d c-crq pn31 vvz, cc av av-j p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13500 | the words are plaine, Mark 16. 15. Preach the Gospel to every creature; and not only to them that do belong to Christ, and shall believe; | the words Are plain, Mark 16. 15. Preach the Gospel to every creature; and not only to them that do belong to christ, and shall believe; | dt n2 vbr j, vvb crd crd vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1; cc xx av-j p-acp pno32 cst vdb vvi p-acp np1, cc vmb vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13501 | for though it be offered with the power of it effectually to these, yet offered it is also unto those that never shall have God, | for though it be offered with the power of it effectually to these, yet offered it is also unto those that never shall have God, | c-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-j p-acp d, av vvd pn31 vbz av p-acp d cst av-x vmb vhi np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13502 | nor portion in the Son of God; and hence, Luke 14. The Lord of the Feast invited those that never came in; | nor portion in the Son of God; and hence, Lycia 14. The Lord of the Feast invited those that never Come in; | ccx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av, av crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd d cst av-x vvd p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13503 | and Christ himself, 1 Iohn 11. He came to his own, and they received him not; | and christ himself, 1 John 11. He Come to his own, and they received him not; | cc np1 px31, crd np1 crd pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, cc pns32 vvd pno31 xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13504 | he would have gathered them under his wings, and they would not; | he would have gathered them under his wings, and they would not; | pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n2, cc pns32 vmd xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13505 | not only to them that be humbled (though none will care for Gospel but such) but to them that be unhumbled, Revel. 3. 18, 20. doth this Gospel come. | not only to them that be humbled (though none will care for Gospel but such) but to them that be unhumbled, Revel. 3. 18, 20. does this Gospel come. | xx av-j p-acp pno32 cst vbb vvn (c-acp pix vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d) cc-acp p-acp pno32 cst vbb vvn, vvb. crd crd, crd vdz d n1 vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13506 | There be many object, Yes, the Lord offers love to them that are his, but not to me? yes, to thee; | There be many Object, Yes, the Lord offers love to them that Are his, but not to me? yes, to thee; | pc-acp vbi d n1, uh, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr po31, cc-acp xx p-acp pno11? uh, p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13507 | there is not a man here, that can exempt himself. | there is not a man Here, that can exempt himself. | pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 av, cst vmb vvi px31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13508 | And I would make no doubt to go to every man particularly, and say, The Lord intreats thee to be Reconciled; | And I would make no doubt to go to every man particularly, and say, The Lord intreats thee to be Reconciled; | cc pns11 vmd vvi dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 av-j, cc vvi, dt n1 vvz pno21 pc-acp vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13509 | nay, if there be one man worse than another, though his hands have been imbrued in the blood of the Prophets, | nay, if there be one man Worse than Another, though his hands have been imbrued in the blood of the prophets, | uh-x, cs pc-acp vbb crd n1 av-jc cs j-jn, cs po31 n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13510 | and his soul stained with the crying guilt of the most hydeous sinnes that ever the earth bore, | and his soul stained with the crying guilt of the most hideous Sins that ever the earth boar, | cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n2 cst av dt n1 vvd, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13511 | or Sun saw, yet the Lord makes love to him; | or Sun saw, yet the Lord makes love to him; | cc n1 vvd, av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13512 | the price is paid for him, if he will accept of it, and that the Lord would have him so to do; | the price is paid for him, if he will accept of it, and that the Lord would have him so to do; | dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vmb vvi pp-f pn31, cc cst dt n1 vmd vhi pno31 av pc-acp vdi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13513 | neither doth this Universal offer inferre an Universal Redemption; | neither does this Universal offer infer an Universal Redemption; | dx vdz d j-u n1 vvi dt j-u n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13514 | for the Gospel in the offer of it, doth not speak absolutely that Christ hath dyed for all, | for the Gospel in the offer of it, does not speak absolutely that christ hath died for all, | p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vdz xx vvi av-j cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp d, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13515 | and therefore for thee, as the Arminians maintain; | and Therefore for thee, as the Arminians maintain; | cc av p-acp pno21, c-acp dt njp2 vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13516 | but it speaks conditionally, 'Tis for thee, if ever the Lord gives thee a heart to receive that grace there; | but it speaks conditionally, It's for thee, if ever the Lord gives thee a heart to receive that grace there; | cc-acp pn31 vvz av-j, pn31|vbz p-acp pno21, cs av dt n1 vvz pno21 dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13517 | therefore consider of it, there is not one here present, but the Lord would have you receive his love; | Therefore Consider of it, there is not one Here present, but the Lord would have you receive his love; | av vvb pp-f pn31, pc-acp vbz xx pi av j, cc-acp dt n1 vmd vhi pn22 vvb po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13518 | and consider this one reason, Thou shalt be condemned for refusing it; | and Consider this one reason, Thou shalt be condemned for refusing it; | cc vvb d crd n1, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp vvg pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13519 | Hence 'tis Gods command, and Christs desire you should receive it, Io•n 3. 19. If not thy duty to receive it, 'tis not thy sin to refuse it; | Hence it's God's command, and Christ desire you should receive it, Io•n 3. 19. If not thy duty to receive it, it's not thy since to refuse it; | av pn31|vbz n2 vvb, cc npg1 vvb pn22 vmd vvi pn31, j crd crd cs xx po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31|vbz xx po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13520 | but 'tis such a sin, that all men that perish under the sound of the Gospel, are principally condemned for. Secondly, 'Tis offered really; | but it's such a since, that all men that perish under the found of the Gospel, Are principally condemned for. Secondly, It's offered really; | cc-acp pn31|vbz d dt n1, cst d n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr av-j vvn p-acp. ord, pn31|vbz vvn av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2441 | Page 174 |
13521 | I put in this, because men cannot see the reality of this; | I put in this, Because men cannot see the reality of this; | pns11 vvd p-acp d, c-acp n2 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2442 | Page 174 |
13522 | because not Christ, but Ministers (they think) only make it, and so the offer is only external and Ministerial; | Because not christ, but Ministers (they think) only make it, and so the offer is only external and Ministerial; | c-acp xx np1, cc-acp n2 (pns32 vvb) av-j vvi pn31, cc av dt n1 vbz av-j j cc j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2442 | Page 174 |
13523 | the Lord himself they think is not of that mind. | the Lord himself they think is not of that mind. | dt n1 px31 pns32 vvb vbz xx pp-f d n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2442 | Page 174 |
13524 | Answ. 1. What any Minister according to the Gospel doth, that Christ would do if he was here present; | Answer 1. What any Minister according to the Gospel does, that christ would do if he was Here present; | np1 crd q-crq d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 vdz, cst np1 vmd vdi cs pns31 vbds av j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2443 | Page 174 |
13525 | hence 2 Cor. 5. 20. We beseech you in his s•ead; | hence 2 Cor. 5. 20. We beseech you in his s•ead; | av crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb pn22 p-acp po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2443 | Page 174 |
13526 | as Embassadours speak what the King himself would do, and no more, and himself would speak what they do if he was present; | as ambassadors speak what the King himself would do, and no more, and himself would speak what they do if he was present; | c-acp n2 vvi r-crq dt n1 px31 vmd vdi, cc dx av-dc, cc px31 vmd vvi r-crq pns32 vdi cs pns31 vbds j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2443 | Page 174 |
13527 | and hence Christ did not only preach the Gospel to his Elect, that should receive him, | and hence christ did not only preach the Gospel to his Elect, that should receive him, | cc av np1 vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vmd vvi pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2443 | Page 174 |
13528 | but to them who did reject him also, which made his blessed heart and eyes also break forth into teares, Oh that thou hadst known, &c. 2. 'Tis Christ in them which doth speak, Heb. 12. 25. Him that speaks from heaven; | but to them who did reject him also, which made his blessed heart and eyes also break forth into tears, O that thou Hadst known, etc. 2. It's christ in them which does speak, Hebrew 12. 25. Him that speaks from heaven; | cc-acp p-acp pno32 r-crq vdd vvi pno31 av, r-crq vvd po31 j-vvn n1 cc n2 av vvi av p-acp n2, uh cst pns21 vhd2 vvn, av crd pn31|vbz np1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vdz vvi, np1 crd crd pno31 cst vvz p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2443 | Page 174 |
13529 | and hence Ephes. 2. 17. He came and preached peace, when he was gone up to Heaven; | and hence Ephesians 2. 17. He Come and preached peace, when he was gone up to Heaven; | cc av np1 crd crd pns31 vvd cc vvd n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2444 | Page 174 |
13530 | and hence receiving of these Ministers and Embassadours of Christ, is receiving of Christ; despising of them, is despising of Christ; | and hence receiving of these Ministers and ambassadors of christ, is receiving of christ; despising of them, is despising of christ; | cc av vvg pp-f d n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, vbz vvg pp-f np1; vvg pp-f pno32, vbz vvg pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2444 | Page 174 |
13531 | and look, as the bowels of God the •athers love are opened i• Christ, so the bowels of Christs love are opened in those whom he sends. | and look, as the bowels of God the •athers love Are opened i• christ, so the bowels of Christ love Are opened in those whom he sends. | cc vvb, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 dt ng1 n1 vbr vvn n1 np1, av dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr vvn p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2444 | Page 175 |
13532 | Never didst thou see any Minister pity thy condition, and offer peace to thee, but because Christ put it in his heart; | Never didst thou see any Minister pity thy condition, and offer peace to thee, but Because christ put it in his heart; | av-x vdd2 pns21 vvi d n1 vvb po21 n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp pno21, cc-acp c-acp np1 vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2444 | Page 175 |
13533 | and as in rejecting the Gospel, you shall not sad their spirits so much as Christs Spirit in them; so in accepting, è contrà. | and as in rejecting the Gospel, you shall not sad their spirits so much as Christ Spirit in them; so in accepting, è contrà. | cc c-acp p-acp vvg dt n1, pn22 vmb xx j po32 n2 av av-d c-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pno32; av p-acp vvg, fw-la fw-la. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2444 | Page 175 |
13534 | 3. Your life and salvation, and certainty of mercy from Christ, hangs upon your receiving their Word; | 3. Your life and salvation, and certainty of mercy from christ, hangs upon your receiving their Word; | crd po22 n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vvz p-acp po22 n-vvg po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2445 | Page 175 |
13535 | for men wi I say, If Christ were here, I durst believe his Word; | for men with I say, If christ were Here, I durst believe his Word; | p-acp n2 vmb pns11 vvi, cs np1 vbdr av, pns11 vvd vvi po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2445 | Page 175 |
13536 | I tell you, the Lord hangs thy life upon believing their Word spoken according to him, Iohn 17. 20. I pray for them that shall believe in me through their word; | I tell you, the Lord hangs thy life upon believing their Word spoken according to him, John 17. 20. I pray for them that shall believe in me through their word; | pns11 vvb pn22, dt n1 vvz po21 n1 p-acp vvg po32 n1 vvn vvg p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb p-acp pno32 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2445 | Page 175 |
13537 | Why not through my word? Answ. These may stand well together; my word as the foundation their word as building upon it; | Why not through my word? Answer These may stand well together; my word as the Foundation their word as building upon it; | c-crq xx p-acp po11 n1? np1 d vmb vvi av av; po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2445 | Page 175 |
13538 | their word in the external administration and view of man, but my word indeed; my word in their mouths, and so their word as instruments under that principal agent; | their word in the external administration and view of man, but my word indeed; my word in their mouths, and so their word as Instruments under that principal agent; | po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp po11 n1 av; po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc av po32 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp d j-jn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2445 | Page 175 |
13539 | so that if an Angel, or one should rise from the dead, I should not look for more certainty of life by believing these, than them. | so that if an Angel, or one should rise from the dead, I should not look for more certainty of life by believing these, than them. | av cst cs dt n1, cc pi vmd vvi p-acp dt j, pns11 vmd xx vvi p-acp dc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg d, cs pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2445 | Page 175 |
13540 | Christ will speak no more, till he shakes down heaven and earth with his voice; but their word he honours, and saith, Believe it; | christ will speak no more, till he shakes down heaven and earth with his voice; but their word he honours, and Says, Believe it; | np1 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp po32 n1 pns31 vvz, cc vvz, vvb pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2445 | Page 175 |
13541 | their word is not, Christ hath loved thee; but Believe, that thou mayst be beloved of Christ. | their word is not, christ hath loved thee; but Believe, that thou Mayest be Beloved of christ. | po32 n1 vbz xx, np1 vhz vvn pno21; cc-acp vvb, cst pns21 vm2 vbi vvn pp-f np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2445 | Page 175 |
13542 | 4. The Lord is so real here, that he punisheth men more for this, than if he was present. | 4. The Lord is so real Here, that he Punisheth men more for this, than if he was present. | crd dt n1 vbz av j av, cst pns31 vvz n2 av-dc p-acp d, cs cs pns31 vbds j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2446 | Page 175 |
13543 | Christ lived among the Jewe•, and preached, they crucified him, and rejected him in his person; | christ lived among the Jewe•, and preached, they Crucified him, and rejected him in his person; | np1 vvd p-acp dt np1, cc vvd, pns32 vvd pno31, cc vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2446 | Page 175 |
13544 | yet this cast them not off, till Luke 13. 46. they put away the offers of grace by the Servants of Christ from them, | yet this cast them not off, till Lycia 13. 46. they put away the offers of grace by the Servants of christ from them, | av d vvd pno32 xx a-acp, c-acp av crd crd pns32 vvd av dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2446 | Page 175 |
13545 | and now the Apostles are to shake off the dust of their feet against such as those. | and now the Apostles Are to shake off the dust of their feet against such as those. | cc av dt n2 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d c-acp d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2446 | Page 175 |
13546 | Thirdly, It is offered with vehement desires to accept of it, 2 Cor. 6. 1. Psal. 81. 11. We beseech you receive not Gods grace in vaine; | Thirdly, It is offered with vehement Desires to accept of it, 2 Cor. 6. 1. Psalm 81. 11. We beseech you receive not God's grace in vain; | ord, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb pn22 vvb xx npg1 n1 p-acp j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13547 | for you may say There is some offer, but the Lord desires it not in good earnest; | for you may say There is Some offer, but the Lord Desires it not in good earnest; | p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbz d n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 xx p-acp j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13548 | never did man desire to get the affection of another most beautiful, as the Lord doth thee that hast none; | never did man desire to get the affection of Another most beautiful, as the Lord does thee that hast none; | av-x vdd n1 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn av-ds j, c-acp dt n1 vdz pno21 cst vh2 pix; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13549 | we use to judge of the affection of another to a thing, by what he is willing to part with for it; | we use to judge of the affection of Another to a thing, by what he is willing to part with for it; | pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13550 | As he that sold all for the pearle, and bought it; So the Lord is content to part with all he hath to thee; | As he that sold all for the pearl, and bought it; So the Lord is content to part with all he hath to thee; | c-acp pns31 cst vvd d p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pn31; av dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d pns31 vhz p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13551 | the dearest thing he hath, is his precious blood, and all fruits and benefits of it; | the dearest thing he hath, is his precious blood, and all fruits and benefits of it; | dt js-jn n1 pns31 vhz, vbz po31 j n1, cc d n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13552 | his Spirit to comfort, himself to dwell with thee, his Father to love thee, his Kingdome to receive thee, his sweetest promises to assure and stablish thee; all things, except his glory; | his Spirit to Comfort, himself to dwell with thee, his Father to love thee, his Kingdom to receive thee, his Sweetest promises to assure and establish thee; all things, except his glory; | po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, px31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, po31 js n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno21; d n2, c-acp po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13553 | it is •ot fit that you should receive that, but for him to receive it from thee; | it is •ot fit that you should receive that, but for him to receive it from thee; | pn31 vbz vvn j cst pn22 vmd vvi d, cc-acp p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13554 | and giving it to him, is better than having of it to thy self. | and giving it to him, is better than having of it to thy self. | cc vvg pn31 p-acp pno31, vbz jc cs vhg pp-f pn31 p-acp po21 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13555 | To thee I say, that art like an incarnate Devil, Dead, and Damned, and undone for ever, | To thee I say, that art like an incarnate devil, Dead, and Damned, and undone for ever, | p-acp pno21 pns11 vvb, cst vb2r av-j dt j n1, j, cc j-vvn, cc vvn p-acp av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13556 | unless thou accept of this Grace, is all this Mercy of the Gospel tendered. | unless thou accept of this Grace, is all this Mercy of the Gospel tendered. | cs pns21 vvb pp-f d n1, vbz d d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2447 | Page 175 |
13557 | Fourthly, It is offered freely, Isa. 55. 1, 2. For this makes many stand and wonder, | Fourthly, It is offered freely, Isaiah 55. 1, 2. For this makes many stand and wonder, | ord, pn31 vbz vvn av-j, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp d vvz d vvb cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 175 |
13558 | Why should the Lord make love to me so vile, so unworthy, good for nothing but to sin! dry bones! | Why should the Lord make love to me so vile, so unworthy, good for nothing but to since! dry bones! | q-crq vmd dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp pno11 av j, av j, j p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp n1! j n2! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 175 |
13559 | or what need hath the Lord of me? what can I do for him? what can I add to him? why goeth he not into the Palaces of Princes to call in them! | or what need hath the Lord of me? what can I do for him? what can I add to him? why Goes he not into the Palaces of Princes to call in them! | cc q-crq n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f pno11? q-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp pno31? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pno31? q-crq vvz pns31 xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 175 |
13560 | but that he should deale thus with me that have sinned worse than Paul •efore conversion! not ignorantly; | but that he should deal thus with me that have sinned Worse than Paul •efore conversion! not ignorantly; | cc-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi av p-acp pno11 cst vhb vvn av-jc cs np1 av n1! xx av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 175 |
13561 | I have known the grace of Christ, yet rejected it; and have gone on desperately, have been mad in following my lovers, forsaking the Lord; | I have known the grace of christ, yet rejected it; and have gone on desperately, have been mad in following my lovers, forsaking the Lord; | pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, av vvd pn31; cc vhb vvn a-acp av-j, vhb vbn j p-acp vvg po11 n2, vvg dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 175 |
13562 | True, I know no cause, but only his free love, because he hath compassion on thee, | True, I know no cause, but only his free love, Because he hath compassion on thee, | j, pns11 vvb dx n1, cc-acp av-j po31 j n1, c-acp pns31 vhz n1 p-acp pno21, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 175 |
13563 | and because 'tis for his grace sake; hence he desires it vehemently; for that is worthy to be honoured, received, embraced of thee. | and Because it's for his grace sake; hence he Desires it vehemently; for that is worthy to be honoured, received, embraced of thee. | cc c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp po31 n1 n1; av pns31 vvz pn31 av-j; p-acp d vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn, vvn, vvn pp-f pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 175 |
13564 | Methinks it is in this case, as 'tis with poor Marines, whose ship is wrackt, many drowned, | Methinks it is in this case, as it's with poor Marines, whose ship is wracked, many drowned, | vvz pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n2, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn, av-d vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 176 |
13565 | and they cast upon the shore, one comes to them, and offers them house, and meat, | and they cast upon the shore, one comes to them, and offers them house, and meat, | cc pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, pi vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz pno32 n1, cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 176 |
13566 | and home, they tell him We are poor men, havenothing to pay; | and home, they tell him We Are poor men, havenothing to pay; | cc av-an, pns32 vvb pno31 pns12 vbr j n2, vvg pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 176 |
13567 | true, I know that, but I have compassion upon you, because I see you are distressed men; | true, I know that, but I have compassion upon you, Because I see you Are distressed men; | j, pns11 vvb cst, cc-acp pns11 vhb n1 p-acp pn22, c-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vbr vvn n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 176 |
13568 | so 'tis here with the Lord Jesus, I know thou hast nothing to require me, | so it's Here with the Lord jesus, I know thou hast nothing to require me, | av pn31|vbz av p-acp dt n1 np1, pns11 vvb pns21 vh2 pix pc-acp vvi pno11, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 176 |
13569 | but I have compassion upon thee, accept my grace, take it, live upon it, because thou art a distressed soul; | but I have compassion upon thee, accept my grace, take it, live upon it, Because thou art a distressed soul; | cc-acp pns11 vhb n1 p-acp pno21, vvb po11 n1, vvb pn31, vvb p-acp pn31, c-acp pns21 vb2r dt j-vvn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 176 |
13570 | God hath shewn wondrous mercy in giving life, now I offer more, one would th•nk; now surely men should be glad to accept of this grace. | God hath shown wondrous mercy in giving life, now I offer more, one would th•nk; now surely men should be glad to accept of this grace. | np1 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp vvg n1, av pns11 vvb av-dc, pi vmd vvi; av av-j n2 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2448 | Page 176 |
13571 | Quest. Vpon what t•rmes is this offer of love made? Answ. There is nothing required, but only and meerly receiving of it; | Quest. Upon what t•rmes is this offer of love made? Answer There is nothing required, but only and merely receiving of it; | n1. p-acp r-crq n2 vbz d n1 pp-f n1 vvn? np1 pc-acp vbz pix vvn, cc-acp av-j cc av-j vvg pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2449 | Page 176 |
13572 | Iohn 1. 12. Under the Law it was, Do all this; but the Gospel saith not so, | John 1. 12. Under the Law it was, Do all this; but the Gospel Says not so, | np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbds, vdb d d; p-acp dt n1 vvz xx av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13573 | but Re•eive me who have done all, and suffered also, with thy whole heart; | but Re•eive me who have done all, and suffered also, with thy Whole heart; | cc-acp vvb pno11 r-crq vhb vdn d, cc vvd av, p-acp po21 j-jn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13574 | as it was in the Land of promise, nothing required, but going up, and possess it; here it's no more. | as it was in the Land of promise, nothing required, but going up, and possess it; Here it's no more. | c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pix vvn, cc-acp vvg a-acp, cc vvb pn31; av pn31|vbz av-dx av-dc. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13575 | Prov. 4. 8. She shall bring thee to h•nour when thou dost embrace her. | Curae 4. 8. She shall bring thee to h•nour when thou dost embrace her. | np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns21 vd2 vvi pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13576 | The offer of love, is like the offer of a rich portion, nothing required but receiving it thankfully, and so living upon it; | The offer of love, is like the offer of a rich portion, nothing required but receiving it thankfully, and so living upon it; | dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pix vvn cc-acp vvg pn31 av-j, cc av vvg p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13577 | so Psal. 16. 5, 6, 7. I thank the Lord that gave me counsel, &c. Or as it is in the offer of a Prince to a Traitour, he offers life to him; | so Psalm 16. 5, 6, 7. I thank the Lord that gave me counsel, etc. Or as it is in the offer of a Prince to a Traitor, he offers life to him; | av np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns11 vvb dt n1 cst vvd pno11 n1, av cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13578 | Upon what termes? I could crush thee as a fly between my fingers, but I desire nothing, only accept my favour, come and embrace me, | Upon what terms? I could crush thee as a fly between my fingers, but I desire nothing, only accept my favour, come and embrace me, | p-acp r-crq n2? pns11 vmd vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 n2, cc-acp pns11 vvb pix, av-j vvb po11 n1, vvb cc vvb pno11, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13579 | and then live under my Government in my Kingdome, because that I love thy company, and because here is my honour, and thy safety; | and then live under my Government in my Kingdom, Because that I love thy company, and Because Here is my honour, and thy safety; | cc av vvb p-acp po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1, c-acp cst pns11 vvb po21 n1, cc c-acp av vbz po11 n1, cc po21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13580 | so doth the Lord in the Gospel, the Lord professeth he had rather a soul should return, | so does the Lord in the Gospel, the Lord Professes he had rather a soul should return, | av vdz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pns31 vhd av-c dt n1 vmd vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13581 | and live upon his love, and under the Government of his love, than dye; | and live upon his love, and under the Government of his love, than die; | cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13830 | and reach of Christ, he may (if possible) get the Lord to apprehend him; | and reach of christ, he may (if possible) get the Lord to apprehend him; | cc n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb (cs j) vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2500 | Page 183 |
13583 | and near unto me, that you may feel the warmth and life of my love; this is all the Lord looks for; | and near unto me, that you may feel the warmth and life of my love; this is all the Lord looks for; | cc av-j p-acp pno11, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po11 n1; d vbz d dt n1 vvz p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13584 | and who would not accept of love upon these termes! Thirdly, Motives to accept of it. | and who would not accept of love upon these terms! Thirdly, Motives to accept of it. | cc q-crq vmd xx vvi pp-f n1 p-acp d n2! ord, n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2450 | Page 176 |
13585 | Why should I name any more than what the Text mentions? no woe like this to lose it! | Why should I name any more than what the Text mentions? no woe like this to loose it! | q-crq vmd pns11 vvi d dc cs r-crq dt n1 n2? dx n1 av-j d pc-acp vvi pn31! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2451 | Page 176 |
13586 | and though it may be now you may esteem it nothing while 'tis faire weather, | and though it may be now you may esteem it nothing while it's fair weather, | cc cs pn31 vmb vbi av pn22 vmb vvi pn31 pix cs pn31|vbz j n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2451 | Page 176 |
13587 | and whiles it is a day of patience, yet when the depths of anger are broken up, | and while it is a day of patience, yet when the depths of anger Are broken up, | cc cs pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2451 | Page 176 |
13588 | then you shall see, and say, No people like unto those that have it, when you shall see Christ on his Throne with ravishing beauty, | then you shall see, and say, No people like unto those that have it, when you shall see christ on his Throne with ravishing beauty, | cs pn22 vmb vvi, cc vvi, dx n1 av-j p-acp d cst vhb pn31, c-crq pn22 vmb vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j-vvg n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2451 | Page 176 |
13589 | and see him tread the Wine-press of wrath alone, and his garments dipt in the blood of his enemies; | and see him tread the Winepress of wrath alone, and his garments dipped in the blood of his enemies; | cc vvi pno31 vvi dt j pp-f n1 av-j, cc po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2451 | Page 176 |
13590 | then you shall say, The want of this love is bitter; and hence if it be offered, take it now gladly, thankfully, joyfully. | then you shall say, The want of this love is bitter; and hence if it be offered, take it now gladly, thankfully, joyfully. | cs pn22 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz j; cc av cs pn31 vbb vvn, vvb pn31 av av-j, av-j, av-j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2451 | Page 176 |
13591 | Obj. But I am but one, will the Lord receive me? | Object But I am but one, will the Lord receive me? | np1 cc-acp pns11 vbm cc-acp pi, vmb dt n1 vvb pno11? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2452 | Page 176 |
13592 | Ans. I have been stirred up to preach the Gospel for the sake of that One; | Ans. I have been stirred up to preach the Gospel for the sake of that One; | np1 pns11 vhb vbn vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2453 | Page 176 |
13593 | and Ier. 3. 14. I will take one of a Tribe. Though all else be rejected, the Lord minds thee. | and Jeremiah 3. 14. I will take one of a Tribe. Though all Else be rejected, the Lord minds thee. | cc np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi crd pp-f dt n1. cs d av vbb vvn, dt n1 vvz pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2453 | Page 176 |
13594 | 2. Ob•ect. But Christ is in Heaven, how can I receive him, and his l•ve? | 2. Ob•ect. But christ is in Heaven, how can I receive him, and his l•ve? | crd vvb. p-acp np1 vbz p-acp n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pno31, cc po31 n1? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2454 | Page 176 |
13595 | Answ. A mighty Prince is absent from a Traytour, he sends his Herauld with a Letter of love, he gives it him to read; | Answer A mighty Prince is absent from a Traitor, he sends his Herald with a letter of love, he gives it him to read; | np1 dt j n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pn31 pno31 pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2455 | Page 176 |
13596 | how can he now receive the love of the Prince when absent? Answ. He sees his love in his Letter, knows it came from him, | how can he now receive the love of the Prince when absent? Answer He sees his love in his letter, knows it Come from him, | q-crq vmb pns31 av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq j? np1 pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz pn31 vvi p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2455 | Page 176 |
13597 | and so at a distance closeth with him by this meanes; | and so At a distance closeth with him by this means; | cc av p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2455 | Page 176 |
13598 | So here, he that was dead, but now is alive, writes, sends to thee, Oh receive his love here in his Word; | So Here, he that was dead, but now is alive, writes, sends to thee, O receive his love Here in his Word; | av av, pns31 cst vbds j, cc-acp av vbz j, vvz, vvz p-acp pno21, uh vvb po31 n1 av p-acp po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2455 | Page 176 |
13599 | this is receiving him by faith, Acts. 2. 37, 38. 3. Object. But I am not elected, nor redeemed; | this is receiving him by faith, Acts. 2. 37, 38. 3. Object. But I am not elected, nor redeemed; | d vbz vvg pno31 p-acp n1, n2 crd crd, crd crd n1. cc-acp pns11 vbm xx vvn, ccx vvd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2455 | Page 176 |
13600 | if I knew that, I durst receive the Lord and his love. | if I knew that, I durst receive the Lord and his love. | cs pns11 vvd cst, pns11 vvd vvi dt n1 cc po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2456 | Page 176 |
13601 | Answ. What-have you to do with Gods secret Decree of Election? 'tis your duty to look to the Gospel, which is the Will of Gods command; | Answer What-have you to do with God's secret decree of Election? it's your duty to look to the Gospel, which is the Will of God's command; | np1 j pn22 pc-acp vdi p-acp ng1 j-jn n1 pp-f n1? pn31|vbz po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2457 | Page 176 |
13602 | there is a Will of Gods Decree, and a man may fulfill this Will and sin; | there is a Will of God's decree, and a man may fulfil this Will and since; | pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2457 | Page 177 |
13603 | as Ier•b•am in revolting according to the Prophesie of the Prophet; | as Ier•b•am in revolting according to the Prophesy of the Prophet; | c-acp vvb p-acp j-vvg vvg p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2457 | Page 177 |
13604 | and to submit to this, is not moral obedience, though moved thereto by a Divine instinct, | and to submit to this, is not moral Obedience, though moved thereto by a Divine instinct, | cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d, vbz xx j n1, cs vvn av p-acp dt j-jn n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2457 | Page 177 |
13605 | as in Cyrus; but there is a Will of Gods Command, and this you are to look to; | as in Cyrus; but there is a Will of God's Command, and this you Are to look to; | c-acp p-acp np1; p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc d pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2457 | Page 177 |
13873 | I have known some that have been melted, affected with the patience and goodness of God towards them; | I have known Some that have been melted, affected with the patience and Goodness of God towards them; | pns11 vhb vvn d cst vhb vbn vvn, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13606 | obedience to this, never wants its recompence; You say you are not Redeemed. Answ. True; but it may be thou art Redeemed; | Obedience to this, never Wants its recompense; You say you Are not Redeemed. Answer True; but it may be thou art Redeemed; | n1 p-acp d, av-x vvz po31 n1; pn22 vvb pn22 vbr xx j-vvn. np1 j; cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vb2r j-vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2457 | Page 177 |
13607 | and therefore do not crucifie Christ a second time; receive this love, and 'tis certain 'tis for thee. | and Therefore do not crucify christ a second time; receive this love, and it's certain it's for thee. | cc av vdb xx vvi np1 dt ord n1; vvb d n1, cc pn31|vbz j pn31|vbz p-acp pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2457 | Page 177 |
13608 | 4. Obj. But I am not humbled sufficiently? | 4. Object But I am not humbled sufficiently? | crd np1 cc-acp pns11 vbm xx vvn av-j? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2458 | Page 177 |
13609 | An•w. I know no man can receive Christ, till the Lord hath humbled and broken him down; | An•w. I know no man can receive christ, till the Lord hath humbled and broken him down; | av. pns11 vvb dx n1 vmb vvi np1, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn cc vvn pno31 a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2459 | Page 177 |
13610 | but know, there is no more humiliation required, than that which brings thee to receive the Lord Jesus Christ. | but know, there is no more humiliation required, than that which brings thee to receive the Lord jesus christ. | cc-acp vvb, pc-acp vbz dx dc n1 vvd, cs d r-crq vvz pno21 pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2459 | Page 177 |
13611 | Many have a spirit of cleaving to, and receiving of Christ, as hath been opened, but are kept off, because they feare they are not humbled; | Many have a Spirit of cleaving to, and receiving of christ, as hath been opened, but Are kept off, Because they Fear they Are not humbled; | av-d vhi dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp, cc vvg pp-f np1, c-acp vhz vbn vvn, cc-acp vbr vvn a-acp, c-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vbr xx vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2459 | Page 177 |
13612 | but methinks the very offer of Christ to one condemned and lost for ever, who must else lie to all eternity mourning (methinks this) should break thy heart, | but methinks the very offer of christ to one condemned and lost for ever, who must Else lie to all eternity mourning (methinks this) should break thy heart, | cc-acp vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp crd vvn cc vvn p-acp av, r-crq vmb av vvi p-acp d n1 n1 (vvz d) vmd vvi po21 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2459 | Page 177 |
13613 | if it be not a Stone, and a Rock, as it did Pauls; indeed you must be more and more humbled all your life; | if it be not a Stone, and a Rock, as it did Paul's; indeed you must be more and more humbled all your life; | cs pn31 vbb xx dt n1, cc dt n1, c-acp pn31 vdd npg1; av pn22 vmb vbi av-dc cc av-dc j-vvn d po22 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2459 | Page 177 |
13614 | but this is a consequent required of those who are in Christ. 5. Object. But I cannot believe, why presse you me to it? | but this is a consequent required of those who Are in christ. 5. Object. But I cannot believe, why press you me to it? | cc-acp d vbz dt j vvn pp-f d r-crq vbr p-acp np1. crd n1. cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi, q-crq vvb pn22 pno11 p-acp pn31? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2459 | Page 177 |
13615 | A•sw. 1. The Lord doth not press you to believe, because you should believe from your selves; | A•sw. 1. The Lord does not press you to believe, Because you should believe from your selves; | np1. crd dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pn22 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2461 | Page 177 |
13616 | but that feeling your own inability, you might suffer him to make you believe. 2. The Lord by words of Exhortation doth work Faith; | but that feeling your own inability, you might suffer him to make you believe. 2. The Lord by words of Exhortation does work Faith; | cc-acp cst vvg po22 d n1, pn22 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb. crd dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vdz vvi n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2461 | Page 177 |
13617 | there goes a power with it; as Acts 2. Repent; they gladly received the Word; | there Goes a power with it; as Acts 2. repent; they gladly received the Word; | pc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31; c-acp n2 crd vvb; pns32 av-j vvd dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2462 | Page 177 |
13618 | and whose heart may it not draw and compell, especially if there be any spark of God in any soule? and therefore pray give the Lord leave to speak, whose Word can quicken the dead, | and whose heart may it not draw and compel, especially if there be any spark of God in any soul? and Therefore pray give the Lord leave to speak, whose Word can quicken the dead, | cc rg-crq n1 vmb pn31 xx vvi cc vvi, av-j cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1? cc av vvb vvb dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi, rg-crq n1 vmb vvi dt j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2462 | Page 177 |
13619 | though the dead can neither stir nor heare. 3. There be many of you that say You cannot believe; | though the dead can neither stir nor hear. 3. There be many of you that say You cannot believe; | cs dt j vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi. crd pc-acp vbi d pp-f pn22 cst vvb pn22 vmbx vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2462 | Page 177 |
13620 | but this Gospel drawes out a power; | but this Gospel draws out a power; | cc-acp d n1 vvz av dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2463 | Page 177 |
13621 | The way of the Lord, is strength to the upright, Prov. 10. 29. Will you? can you despise or refuse his grace? No, it should constrain. 6. Object. | The Way of the Lord, is strength to the upright, Curae 10. 29. Will you? can you despise or refuse his grace? No, it should constrain. 6. Object. | dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz n1 p-acp dt j, np1 crd crd n1 pn22? vmb pn22 vvi cc vvi po31 n1? uh-dx, pn31 vmd vvi. crd n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2463 | Page 177 |
13622 | But I have received him, and I feel no vertue from him. Answ. 1. I know many do receive him, and feel not the vertue of Christ; | But I have received him, and I feel no virtue from him. Answer 1. I know many do receive him, and feel not the virtue of christ; | cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno31, cc pns11 vvb dx n1 p-acp pno31. np1 crd pns11 vvb d vdb vvi pno31, cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2464 | Page 177 |
13623 | but because Saints may be kept poor in Spirit, possesse all things in Christ, and yet receive little from Christ, I shall only ask two Questions. | but Because Saints may be kept poor in Spirit, possess all things in christ, and yet receive little from christ, I shall only ask two Questions. | cc-acp c-acp n2 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp n1, vvb d n2 p-acp np1, cc av vvb j p-acp np1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi crd n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2465 | Page 177 |
13624 | 1. How dost thou esteem of, and desire that blessing of Christ? Dost esteem of nothing so precious, desire nothing more, | 1. How dost thou esteem of, and desire that blessing of christ? Dost esteem of nothing so precious, desire nothing more, | crd q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi pp-f, cc vvb d n1 pp-f np1? vd2 vvi pp-f pix av j, vvb pix av-dc, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2466 | Page 177 |
13625 | and followest the Lord on with prayer for it? it is in Christ for thee; | and followest the Lord on with prayer for it? it is in christ for thee; | cc vv2 dt n1 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pn31? pn31 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2466 | Page 177 |
13626 | what thou wantest, thou shalt have it, Iohn 4. 10. Phil. 3. 9, 10. No false heart but undervalues these things; | what thou Wantest, thou shalt have it, John 4. 10. Philip 3. 9, 10. No false heart but undervalues these things; | q-crq pns21 vv2, pns21 vm2 vhi pn31, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd uh-dx j n1 cc-acp vvz d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2466 | Page 177 |
13627 | and the Lord will fulfill all thy desires; in heaven thou shalt have all thy sins subdued and trodden to death. | and the Lord will fulfil all thy Desires; in heaven thou shalt have all thy Sins subdued and trodden to death. | cc dt n1 vmb vvi d po21 n2; p-acp n1 pns21 vm2 vhi d po21 n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2466 | Page 177 |
13628 | 2. How is thy heart for thy general frame, affected with the absence of the good thou feelest not from the Lord? dost mourn bitterly for this? look as the Disciples that mourned for Christs bodily absence, the Lord tells them. They should rejoyce; •o here; | 2. How is thy heart for thy general frame, affected with the absence of the good thou Feel not from the Lord? dost mourn bitterly for this? look as the Disciples that mourned for Christ bodily absence, the Lord tells them. They should rejoice; •o Here; | crd q-crq vbz po21 n1 p-acp po21 j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j pns21 vv2 xx p-acp dt n1? vd2 vvi av-j p-acp d? vvb p-acp dt n2 cst vvd p-acp npg1 j n1, dt n1 vvz pno32. pns32 vmd vvi; av av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 177 |
13629 | a carnal heart is indifferent, though he lose Christs vertue. And therefore accept the Lords love, you poor mourning souls; | a carnal heart is indifferent, though he loose Christ virtue. And Therefore accept the lords love, you poor mourning Souls; | dt j n1 vbz j, cs pns31 vvi npg1 n1. cc av vvb dt n2 vvb, pn22 j j-vvg n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 177 |
13630 | the most stony heart I speak to; but much more unto the weary, and them that have been seeking after the Lord, | the most stony heart I speak to; but much more unto the weary, and them that have been seeking After the Lord, | dt av-ds j n1 pns11 vvb p-acp; cc-acp d dc p-acp dt j, cc pno32 cst vhb vbn vvg p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 177 |
13631 | behold salvation is come to thy heart this day, only •et it in; do not reject it, because thy sinnes are great, thy unworthiness great; | behold salvation is come to thy heart this day, only •et it in; do not reject it, Because thy Sins Are great, thy unworthiness great; | vvb n1 vbz vvn p-acp po21 n1 d n1, av-j vvb pn31 p-acp; vdb xx vvi pn31, c-acp po21 n2 vbr j, po21 n1 j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 177 |
13632 | the Lord knows them, yet he offers; some of you have had some hopes or assurance Christ is yours; | the Lord knows them, yet he offers; Some of you have had Some hope's or assurance christ is yours; | dt n1 vvz pno32, av pns31 vvz; n1 pp-f pn22 vhb vhn d n2 cc n1 np1 vbz png22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 177 |
13633 | yet he may be thine ▪ Suppose he was never thine yet, now stretch out thy shaking hand, receive him who is this day crucified before thy eyes, his head hanging down, his blood gushing out, beseeching thee to accept of this which is shed for thee. | yet he may be thine ▪ Suppose he was never thine yet, now stretch out thy shaking hand, receive him who is this day Crucified before thy eyes, his head hanging down, his blood gushing out, beseeching thee to accept of this which is shed for thee. | av pns31 vmb vbi png21 ▪ vvb pns31 vbds av-x png21 av, av vvb av po21 j-vvg n1, vvb pno31 r-crq vbz d n1 vvn p-acp po21 n2, po31 n1 vvg a-acp, po31 n1 vvg av, vvg pno21 pc-acp vvi pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 178 |
13634 | I remember a godly man receiving Apples from a poor Woman, he took them thankfully, but said withal, This came from the Spirit of God; | I Remember a godly man receiving Apples from a poor Woman, he took them thankfully, but said withal, This Come from the Spirit of God; | pns11 vvb dt j n1 vvg n2 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvd pno32 av-j, cc-acp vvd av, d vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 178 |
13635 | so doth this offer much more, and therefore take it: But I know this love will be despised by some of you; | so does this offer much more, and Therefore take it: But I know this love will be despised by Some of you; | av vdz d vvi d dc, cc av vvb pn31: cc-acp pns11 vvb d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 178 |
13636 | some not knowing your woe, some not feeling it, being without Christ; some under terrours, but shut up under unbelief. | Some not knowing your woe, Some not feeling it, being without christ; Some under terrors, but shut up under unbelief. | d xx vvg po22 n1, d xx n1 pn31, vbg p-acp np1; d p-acp n2, cc-acp vvd a-acp p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 178 |
13637 | If I did think the Lord had no purpose to do thee good, and I knew thee, I would read thy doom; | If I did think the Lord had no purpose to do thee good, and I knew thee, I would read thy doom; | cs pns11 vdd vvi dt n1 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vdi pno21 j, cc pns11 vvd pno21, pns11 vmd vvi po21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 178 |
13638 | but the Lord may p•ty• and therefore I'le go and mourn, and pray that the Lord would not lay your sins to your charge; | but the Lord may p•ty• and Therefore I'll go and mourn, and pray that the Lord would not lay your Sins to your charge; | cc-acp dt n1 vmb n1 cc av pns11|vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvb cst dt n1 vmd xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp po22 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 178 |
13639 | your base lusts are better than Christ to you; O therefore mourne for this: you that know him not, prize him not; | your base Lustiest Are better than christ to you; Oh Therefore mourn for this: you that know him not, prize him not; | po22 j n2 vbr jc cs np1 p-acp pn22; uh av vvi p-acp d: pn22 cst vvb pno31 xx, vvb pno31 xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 178 |
13640 | but carry this Acts 13. 41. about with thee, viz. hear yo• despisers, and wonder, &c. That many 〈 ◊ 〉 may, and do apprehend Christ by a seeming Faith, Observ. 4. whom yet Christ Iesus apprehends not by his dearest love. | but carry this Acts 13. 41. about with thee, viz. hear yo• despisers, and wonder, etc. That many 〈 ◊ 〉 may, and do apprehend christ by a seeming Faith, Observation 4. whom yet christ Iesus apprehends not by his dearest love. | cc-acp vvb d n2 crd crd p-acp p-acp pno21, n1 vvb n1 n2, cc n1, av cst d 〈 sy 〉 vmb, cc vdb vvi np1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, np1 crd qo-crq av np1 np1 vvz xx p-acp po31 js-jn n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2467 | Page 178 |
13641 | For here were Virgins many of them, who cryed, Lord, Lord, only looking for salvation from him, hanging upon grace, clasping about his feet (as it were) and who in their life-time went out to meet the Bridegrom, expecting love from him; | For Here were Virgins many of them, who cried, Lord, Lord, only looking for salvation from him, hanging upon grace, clasping about his feet (as it were) and who in their lifetime went out to meet the Bridegroom, expecting love from him; | p-acp av vbdr n2 d pp-f pno32, r-crq vvd, n1, n1, av-j vvg p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, vvg p-acp n1, vvg p-acp po31 n2 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) cc q-crq p-acp po32 n1 vvd av pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvg n1 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2469 | Page 178 |
13642 | and yet Christ here professeth, I know not you, I love you not. I say, this is by a seeming •aith; | and yet christ Here Professes, I know not you, I love you not. I say, this is by a seeming •aith; | cc av np1 av vvz, pns11 vvb xx pn22, pns11 vvb pn22 xx. pns11 vvb, d vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2469 | Page 178 |
13643 | for no man apprehends Christ by a lively Faith, but i• apprehe•ded of Christ, I•hn 1. 12. But if it be by a seeming Faith ▪ i. e ▪ which seemes to be Faith in the judgement and opinion of others, | for no man apprehends christ by a lively Faith, but i• apprehe•ded of christ, I•hn 1. 12. But if it be by a seeming Faith ▪ i. e ▪ which seems to be Faith in the judgement and opinion of Others, | p-acp dx n1 vvz np1 p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp n1 vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd crd p-acp cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j-vvg n1 ▪ pns11. sy ▪ r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2470 | Page 178 |
13644 | and also which seemes only to be so to their own apprehension, as it did unto these Virgins, the Lord doth not apprehend such by his 〈 ◊ 〉 love; | and also which seems only to be so to their own apprehension, as it did unto these Virgins, the Lord does not apprehend such by his 〈 ◊ 〉 love; | cc av r-crq vvz av-j pc-acp vbi av p-acp po32 d n1, c-acp pn31 vdd p-acp d n2, dt n1 vdz xx vvi d p-acp po31 〈 sy 〉 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2470 | Page 178 |
13645 | and that is I say, with his dearest love; with common love he may, but with deare and eternal love, never. | and that is I say, with his dearest love; with Common love he may, but with deer and Eternal love, never. | cc d vbz pns11 vvb, p-acp po31 js-jn n1; p-acp j n1 pns31 vmb, cc-acp p-acp j-jn cc j n1, av-x. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2470 | Page 178 |
13646 | The Faith of some men, is like the casting of some Anchor at Sea; | The Faith of Some men, is like the casting of Some Anchor At Sea; | dt n1 pp-f d n2, vbz av-j dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2471 | Page 178 |
13647 | it sometimes falls upon a Rock, or light sand, it toucheth the ground, but the Rock holds not it; | it sometime falls upon a Rock, or Light sand, it touches the ground, but the Rock holds not it; | pn31 av vvz p-acp dt n1, cc j n1, pn31 vvz dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvz xx pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2471 | Page 178 |
13648 | and hence the Ship is ever driven before the winde, or carried away with the ebbings and flowings of the water; So it is here; | and hence the Ship is ever driven before the wind, or carried away with the ebbings and flowings of the water; So it is Here; | cc av dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd av p-acp dt n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f dt n1; av pn31 vbz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2471 | Page 178 |
13649 | and hence men are tossed to and fro with lusts and temptations, and driven before strong windes. | and hence men Are tossed to and from with Lustiest and temptations, and driven before strong winds. | cc av n2 vbr vvn p-acp cc av p-acp n2 cc n2, cc vvn p-acp j n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2471 | Page 178 |
13650 | Or as it was of Saul to Samuel, he apprehended Samuel, but Samuel departed from him, saw him no more untill the day of his death; | Or as it was of Saul to Samuel, he apprehended Samuel, but Samuel departed from him, saw him no more until the day of his death; | cc c-acp pn31 vbds pp-f np1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd np1, p-acp np1 vvd p-acp pno31, vvd pno31 av-dx dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2471 | Page 178 |
13651 | So here, the Kingdome and Love of Christ is rent from you. Iohn 2. 24. •lt. But he committed not himself to them. | So Here, the Kingdom and Love of christ is rend from you. John 2. 24. •lt. But he committed not himself to them. | av av, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22. np1 crd crd vvd. p-acp pns31 vvd xx px31 p-acp pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2471 | Page 178 |
13652 | Luke 13. 26, 27. H•ve •ot we eat and drunk in thy presence? and yet Christ will say, I kn•w you not; and this is the •ase of many. | Luke 13. 26, 27. H•ve •ot we eat and drunk in thy presence? and yet christ will say, I kn•w you not; and this is the •ase of many. | zz crd crd, crd n1 vmbx pns12 vvi cc vvn p-acp po21 n1? cc av np1 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 xx; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2471 | Page 178 |
13653 | Iob 8. 13, 14. When an H•pocrite dyes, his hope peris•••; if the Lord had apprehended him with his dearest love, it could not be so. | Job 8. 13, 14. When an H•pocrite dies, his hope peris•••; if the Lord had apprehended him with his dearest love, it could not be so. | np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vvz, po31 n1 n1; cs dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp po31 js-jn n1, pn31 vmd xx vbi av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2471 | Page 178 |
13654 | For Explication of this Point, three things are to be opened. 1. How one may be said to apprehend Christ Jesus by a seeming Faith. 2. How Christ is s•id not to apprehend such. 3. Why he dot• not. | For Explication of this Point, three things Are to be opened. 1. How one may be said to apprehend christ jesus by a seeming Faith. 2. How christ is s•id not to apprehend such. 3. Why he dot• not. | p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, crd n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn. crd c-crq pi vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi np1 np1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1. crd c-crq np1 vbz vvn xx pc-acp vvi d. crd uh-crq pns31 n1 xx. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2472 | Page 178 |
13655 | Qu•st. First, How may one be said to apprehend Christ by a seeming faith? Answ. Five wayes usually. | Qu•st. First, How may one be said to apprehend christ by a seeming faith? Answer Five ways usually. | n1. ord, q-crq vmb pi vbi vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1? np1 crd n2 av-j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2473 | Page 178 |
13656 | 1. When men are forced •o fly to Christ meerly out of extremity and pressures of misery, the stro•ks, | 1. When men Are forced •o fly to christ merely out of extremity and pressures of misery, the stro•ks, | crd c-crq n2 vbr vvn av vvi p-acp np1 av-j av pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, dt n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13657 | and dry •lowes of Divine Vengeance light upon them, and now they cry, Lord, pity us; | and dry •lowes of Divine Vengeance Light upon them, and now they cry, Lord, pity us; | cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vvi p-acp pno32, cc av pns32 vvb, n1, vvb pno12; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13658 | It may be, in time of peace, while conscience and Divine Vengeance were asleep, they regarded not Faith, | It may be, in time of peace, while conscience and Divine Vengeance were asleep, they regarded not Faith, | pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cs n1 cc j-jn n1 vbdr j, pns32 vvd xx n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13659 | nor Prayer, nor Christ, nor any thing else, notwithstanding a•l the heart-breaking cryes, and loud calls of God, | nor Prayer, nor christ, nor any thing Else, notwithstanding a•l the Heartbreaking cries, and loud calls of God, | ccx n1, ccx np1, ccx d n1 av, c-acp av dt j-jn n2, cc av-j vvz pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13660 | but were merry and light, and licentious, &c. but in extremity then they will cry, | but were merry and Light, and licentious, etc. but in extremity then they will cry, | cc-acp vbdr j cc j, cc j, av cc-acp p-acp n1 cs pns32 vmb vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13661 | and prize mercy above a thousand worlds, Prov. 1. 28. One would think their mouths should be stopped then; | and prize mercy above a thousand world's, Curae 1. 28. One would think their mouths should be stopped then; | cc vvb n1 p-acp dt crd n2, np1 crd crd pi vmd vvi po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13662 | some think those words are an allusion to the A•k in No•hs time, Hosea 8. 1, 2, 3. When the Eagle shall c•me against Gods p•op•e, Psal. 78. 35. they sh•ll cry, My God, we know th•e; | Some think those words Are an allusion to the A•k in No•hs time, Hosea 8. 1, 2, 3. When the Eagl shall c•me against God's p•op•e, Psalm 78. 35. they sh•ll cry, My God, we know th•e; | d vvb d n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp npg1 n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi, po11 np1, pns12 vvb n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13663 | No sa•th the Lord, The enemy shall apprehend them, I will not; this is not faith, but only self-love; | No sa•th the Lord, The enemy shall apprehend them, I will not; this is not faith, but only Self-love; | dx n1 dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pno32, pns11 vmb xx; d vbz xx n1, cc-acp av-j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13664 | when as men are naught before, and their hearts sitting loose f•om God continual•y, having no daily embracements of him ▪ and would be worse after Gods afflicting hand, if he should help them; | when as men Are nought before, and their hearts sitting lose f•om God continual•y, having no daily embracements of him ▪ and would be Worse After God's afflicting hand, if he should help them; | c-crq c-acp n2 vbr pix p-acp, cc po32 n2 vvg j n1 np1 n1, vhg dx j n2 pp-f pno31 ▪ cc vmd vbi av-jc p-acp n2 vvg n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13665 | but so it is, that they cry out to God for help, meerly because of torment, &c. This is like that cry of our Indians to the Devil, who worship, | but so it is, that they cry out to God for help, merely Because of torment, etc. This is like that cry of our Indians to the devil, who worship, | cc-acp av pn31 vbz, cst pns32 vvb av p-acp np1 p-acp n1, av-j c-acp pp-f n1, av d vbz j cst n1 pp-f po12 np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13666 | and cleave to him, because he p•agues them. | and cleave to him, Because he p•agues them. | cc vvb p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13667 | True, in times of extremity, the faith of the Saints may be awakened which was asleep before; | True, in times of extremity, the faith of the Saints may be awakened which was asleep before; | j, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vmb vbi vvn r-crq vbds j a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13668 | and when God hedgeth their way with Thornes, they may then returne to their first Husba•d, because i• was better; | and when God hedgeth their Way with Thorns, they may then return to their First Husba•d, Because i• was better; | cc c-crq np1 vvz po32 n1 p-acp n2, pns32 vmb av vvi p-acp po32 ord n1, c-acp n1 vbds jc; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13669 | but when ex•remity begets it, it begins and ends with it, lives a•d dyes with it; | but when ex•remity begets it, it begins and ends with it, lives a•d dies with it; | cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz pn31, pn31 vvz cc vvz p-acp pn31, vvz n1 vvz p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13670 | here such may feare that then Christ apprehends them not. Psalme 66. 3. Because of thy power, thy enemies shall sta•er, and submit. | Here such may Fear that then christ apprehends them not. Psalm 66. 3. Because of thy power, thy enemies shall sta•er, and submit. | av d vmb vvi cst av np1 vvz pno32 xx. n1 crd crd c-acp pp-f po21 n1, po21 n2 vmb vvi, cc vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13671 | A proud Rebel•ious Wretch in times of peace, swells bigger than God, and is above God; | A proud Rebel•ious Wretch in times of peace, Swells bigger than God, and is above God; | dt j j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vvz jc cs np1, cc vbz p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13672 | the Lord Jesus hath his times wherein •he grapples with them when no Ministers can, | the Lord jesus hath his times wherein •he grapples with them when no Ministers can, | dt n1 np1 vhz po31 n2 c-crq n1 vvz p-acp pno32 c-crq dx n2 vmb, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13673 | and flings them down with his Sword at their heart, and his hand at their Throat, and terrours in their consciences; and now they yield; | and flings them down with his Sword At their heart, and his hand At their Throat, and terrors in their Consciences; and now they yield; | cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2; cc av pns32 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13674 | Christ may hence take these as common Subjects; but never as special favourites to stand before him; | christ may hence take these as Common Subject's; but never as special favourites to stand before him; | np1 vmb av vvi d p-acp j n2-jn; cc-acp av c-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13675 | and this is the case of thousands, who fly to Christ meerly for extremities. Thus the case stood with old Ioab; he should have dyed before; | and this is the case of thousands, who fly to christ merely for extremities. Thus the case stood with old Ioab; he should have died before; | cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f crd, r-crq vvb p-acp np1 av-j p-acp n2. av dt n1 vvd p-acp j np1; pns31 vmd vhi vvn a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13676 | 1 Kings 2. 30. but at last he neglects his harge, he run•es to the A•tar only out of self•ove and there he will dye; | 1 Kings 2. 30. but At last he neglects his harge, he run•es to the A•tar only out of self•ove and there he will die; | crd n2 crd crd p-acp p-acp ord pns31 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 av-j av pp-f n1 cc a-acp pns31 vmb vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13677 | one would think a man that had been so useful, flying to the Altar in his old age, might be pitied; | one would think a man that had been so useful, flying to the Altar in his old age, might be pitied; | pi vmd vvi dt n1 cst vhd vbn av j, vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, vmd vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13678 | No, the Altar which secures others, secures not him; justice may be shewn to him that will abuse favour long; so 'tis here. | No, the Altar which secures Others, secures not him; Justice may be shown to him that will abuse favour long; so it's Here. | uh-dx, dt n1 r-crq vvz n2-jn, vvz xx pno31; n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 cst vmb vvi n1 av-j; av pn31|vbz av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2475 | Page 171 |
13679 | 2. When men fly to Christ in times of peace, that so they may preserve their sins with greater peace of conscience; | 2. When men fly to christ in times of peace, that so they may preserve their Sins with greater peace of conscience; | crd c-crq n2 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cst av pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp jc n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13680 | so that sin makes them flie to Christ, as well as misery; | so that since makes them fly to christ, as well as misery; | av d n1 vvz pno32 vvi p-acp np1, c-acp av c-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13681 | not that they may destroy and abolish sin, but that they may be preserved in their sins with peace. | not that they may destroy and Abolah since, but that they may be preserved in their Sins with peace. | xx cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi n1, cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13682 | For this is the frame of all men living; | For this is the frame of all men living; | p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13683 | sin before it is commited (not all sin, but what is 〈 ◊ 〉 able •o mens constitutions, corruptions, place, temptations) is very sweet; | since before it is committed (not all since, but what is 〈 ◊ 〉 able •o men's constitutions, corruptions, place, temptations) is very sweet; | n1 p-acp pn31 vbz vvn (xx d n1, cc-acp q-crq vbz 〈 sy 〉 j fw-la ng2 n2, n2, n1, n2) vbz av j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13684 | and if conscience be awake, it's after the commission bitter; sweet in the mouth, bitter in the belly; | and if conscience be awake, it's After the commission bitter; sweet in the Mouth, bitter in the belly; | cc cs n1 vbb j, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 j; j p-acp dt n1, j p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13685 | or else they know it will be bitter another day; | or Else they know it will be bitter Another day; | cc av pns32 vvb pn31 vmb vbi j j-jn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13686 | Prov. 23. 32, s•ings like a Cockatri•e, and what profit in inheriting lyes? Now because men have not other good to live upon, | Curae 23. 32, s•ings like a Cockatri•e, and what profit in inheriting lies? Now Because men have not other good to live upon, | np1 crd crd, vvz av-j dt n1, cc r-crq n1 p-acp vvg n2? av c-acp n2 vhb xx j-jn j pc-acp vvi p-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13687 | or delight in, for God they have not; hence many an heart secretly saith this, If I can have my sin, and peace, | or delight in, for God they have not; hence many an heart secretly Says this, If I can have my since, and peace, | cc vvi p-acp, c-acp np1 pns32 vhb xx; av d dt n1 av-jn vvz d, cs pns11 vmb vhi po11 n1, cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13688 | and conscience quiet for the present, and God merciful to pardon it afterward, then all is well; | and conscience quiet for the present, and God merciful to pardon it afterwards, then all is well; | cc n1 j-jn p-acp dt j, cc np1 j pc-acp vvi pn31 av, cs d vbz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13689 | hereupon hearing those that put their trust in Christ shall be pardoned for present, and saved afterward, | hereupon hearing those that put their trust in christ shall be pardoned for present, and saved afterwards, | av vvg d cst vvb po32 n1 p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j, cc vvd av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13690 | hence he do•h re•ie (as he saith) only on the mery of God in Christ; | hence he do•h re•ie (as he Says) only on the merry of God in christ; | av pns31 vdz vvi (c-acp pns31 vvz) j p-acp dt j pp-f np1 p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13691 | and now this hardens and blindes him, and makes him secure, and his Faith is Sermon-proof, nothing stirres him, &c. and were it not for their faith, they should despaire, but this keeps them up; | and now this hardens and blinds him, and makes him secure, and his Faith is Sermonproof, nothing stirs him, etc. and were it not for their faith, they should despair, but this keeps them up; | cc av d vvz cc vvz pno31, cc vvz pno31 j, cc po31 n1 vbz n1, pix n2 pno31, av cc vbdr pn31 xx p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmd vvi, cc-acp d vvz pno32 a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13692 | and now they think, if they have any tro•ble of minde, the Devil troubles them; | and now they think, if they have any tro•ble of mind, the devil Troubles them; | cc av pns32 vvb, cs pns32 vhb d j pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 171 |
13693 | and so make Christ and Faith protectors of sin, not purifiers from sin (which is most dreadful) turning grace to wantonness, as they •id sacrifice; | and so make christ and Faith Protectors of since, not purifiers from since (which is most dreadful) turning grace to wantonness, as they •id sacrifice; | cc av vvb np1 cc n1 n2 pp-f n1, xx n2 p-acp n1 (r-crq vbz av-ds j) vvg n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vdd vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13694 | so these would sin under the shadow of Christ, because the shadow is good and sweet, Mi•ah 3. 11. they had subtle slye ends in good duties, | so these would sin under the shadow of christ, Because the shadow is good and sweet, Mi•ah 3. 11. they had subtle sly ends in good duties, | av d vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1 vbz j cc j, uh crd crd pns32 vhd j j n2 p-acp j n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13695 | for therein may lie a mans sin; | for therein may lie a men since; | c-acp av vmb vvi dt ng1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13696 | yet they lean upon the Lord, &c. Matthew 3. 7, 8. The Scribes came in peace to Ioh•s Ministry, which was to awaken men to believe in the Messiah, Oh generation of Vipers, who hath for•warned you to flee from wrath to come! | yet they lean upon the Lord, etc. Matthew 3. 7, 8. The Scribes Come in peace to Ioh•s Ministry, which was to awaken men to believe in the Messiah, O generation of Vipers, who hath for•warned you to flee from wrath to come! | av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, av np1 crd crd, crd dt n2 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np1, uh n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vhz vvn pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13697 | hence saith he, Bring forth fruits; as if he should say, You would have the blessing of the warme Sun still, | hence Says he, Bring forth fruits; as if he should say, You would have the blessing of the warm Sun still, | av vvz pns31, vvb av n2; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, pn22 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13698 | but you care not to have your viperous nature changed, you will bring forth the old bitter fruits, &c. when Mony-changers came into the Temple, you have made it a Den of Thieves; | but you care not to have your viperous nature changed, you will bring forth the old bitter fruits, etc. when Money-changers Come into the Temple, you have made it a Den of Thieves; | cc-acp pn22 vvb xx pc-acp vhi po22 j n1 vvn, pn22 vmb vvi av dt j j n2, av c-crq ng1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pn22 vhb vvn pn31 dt n1 pp-f n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13699 | Thieves when hunted, fly to their Den, or Cave, and there they are secure against all searchers, and hue-and-cryes; | Thieves when hunted, fly to their Den, or Cave, and there they Are secure against all searchers, and hue-and-cryes; | n2 c-crq vvn, vvb p-acp po32 n1, cc n1, cc a-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp d n2, cc n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13700 | so here, but Christ whipped them out; | so Here, but christ whipped them out; | av av, cc-acp np1 vvd pno32 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13701 | so when men are pursued with cryes and feares of conscience, away to Christ they go, as to their Den; | so when men Are pursued with cries and fears of conscience, away to christ they go, as to their Den; | av c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, av p-acp np1 pns32 vvb, c-acp p-acp po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13702 | not as Saints, to pray and lament out the life of their sin there, but to preserve their sin; this is vile; | not as Saints, to pray and lament out the life of their since there, but to preserve their since; this is vile; | xx p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi av dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 a-acp, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1; d vbz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13703 | will the Lord receive such? | will the Lord receive such? | vmb dt n1 vvb d? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2476 | Page 172 |
13704 | I am perswaded, many a mans heart is kept from breaking and mourning, because of this; | I am persuaded, many a men heart is kept from breaking and mourning, Because of this; | pns11 vbm vvn, d dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg, c-acp pp-f d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2477 | Page 172 |
13705 | he saith (it may be) that he is a vile sinner; | he Says (it may be) that he is a vile sinner; | pns31 vvz (pn31 vmb vbi) cst pns31 vbz dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2477 | Page 172 |
13706 | but I trust in Christ, &c. If they do go to Christ to destroy their sin, this makes them more secure in their sin; | but I trust in christ, etc. If they do go to christ to destroy their since, this makes them more secure in their since; | cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp np1, av cs pns32 vdb vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, d vvz pno32 av-dc j p-acp po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2477 | Page 172 |
13707 | for (say they) I cannot help it; and the thing I would not do, that do I, and Christ must do all; | for (say they) I cannot help it; and the thing I would not do, that do I, and christ must do all; | c-acp (vvb pns32) pns11 vmbx vvi pn31; cc dt n1 pns11 vmd xx vdi, cst vdb pns11, cc np1 vmb vdi d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2477 | Page 172 |
13708 | whereas faith makes the soul mourn after the Lord the more, as Paul did; | whereas faith makes the soul mourn After the Lord the more, as Paul did; | cs n1 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 dt av-dc, c-acp np1 vdd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2477 | Page 172 |
13709 | yet do you think they that believed said, Let us sixn•, that Grace may abound? No, No. | yet do you think they that believed said, Let us sixn•, that Grace may abound? No, No. | av vdb pn22 vvb pns32 cst vvd j-vvn, vvb pno12 n1, cst n1 vmb vvi? uh-dx, uh-dx | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2477 | Page 172 |
13710 | 3. By seeing some glory, and tasting some sweet in the Gospel, and Christ manifested and arising therein; | 3. By seeing Some glory, and tasting Some sweet in the Gospel, and christ manifested and arising therein; | crd p-acp vvg d n1, cc vvg d j p-acp dt n1, cc np1 vvn cc vvg av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13711 | hence some men may apprehend Christ neither out of feare of misery, nor only to preserve some sin; | hence Some men may apprehend christ neither out of Fear of misery, nor only to preserve Some since; | av d n2 vmb vvi np1 av-d av pp-f n1 pp-f n1, ccx av-j pc-acp vvi d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13712 | but God lets in light and heat of the blessed beames of the glorious Gospel of the Son of God, | but God lets in Light and heat of the blessed beams of the glorious Gospel of the Son of God, | cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13713 | and therefore there is mercy Rich, Free, Sweet, for damned, great vile sinners; | and Therefore there is mercy Rich, Free, Sweet, for damned, great vile Sinners; | cc av pc-acp vbz n1 j, j, j, c-acp vvn, j j n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13714 | Good Lord (saith the soul) what a sweet Ministry, Word, God, and Gospel is this! and there rests; | Good Lord (Says the soul) what a sweet Ministry, Word, God, and Gospel is this! and there rests; | j n1 (vvz dt n1) r-crq dt j n1, n1, np1, cc n1 vbz d! cc a-acp vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13715 | this was the frame of the stony ground, which heard the Word, and received it with joy, | this was the frame of the stony ground, which herd the Word, and received it with joy, | d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvd dt n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13716 | and for a time believed, Luke 8. 13. And this is the case of thousands that are much affected with the promise and mercy of Christ, | and for a time believed, Lycia 8. 13. And this is the case of thousands that Are much affected with the promise and mercy of christ, | cc p-acp dt n1 vvd, av crd crd cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f crd cst vbr av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13717 | and hang upon free-grace for a time; but as 'tis with sweet smells in a Room, they continue not long; | and hang upon Free grace for a time; but as it's with sweet smells in a Room, they continue not long; | cc vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; cc-acp c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb xx av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13718 | or as flowers, they grow old and withered, and then fall; | or as flowers, they grow old and withered, and then fallen; | cc c-acp n2, pns32 vvb j cc j-vvn, cc av vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13719 | in time of temptation, lust, and world, and sloth is more sweet than Christ and all his Gospel is; | in time of temptation, lust, and world, and sloth is more sweet than christ and all his Gospel is; | p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbz av-dc j cs np1 cc d po31 n1 vbz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13720 | 'tis in this case with the soule, as it was with Mary, who applyed the Spikenard only to the feet of Christ, | it's in this case with the soul, as it was with Marry, who applied the Spikenard only to the feet of christ, | pn31|vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp vvi, r-crq vvd dt np1 av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13721 | but all the Room was filled with the sweetness of it; so in the Gospel, the sweet odour of it is scattered to all; | but all the Room was filled with the sweetness of it; so in the Gospel, the sweet odour of it is scattered to all; | cc-acp d dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; av p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13722 | and the Apostle Paul saith, We are a sweet savour of God to them that perish; | and the Apostle Paul Says, We Are a sweet savour of God to them that perish; | cc dt n1 np1 vvz, pns12 vbr dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13723 | but Christ only applyes it unto the heart of a wounded, poor, humbled sinner; and though smells and odours refresh, yet men cannot live by the smell; so 'tis here; | but christ only Applies it unto the heart of a wounded, poor, humbled sinner; and though smells and odours refresh, yet men cannot live by the smell; so it's Here; | p-acp np1 av-j vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, j, j-vvn n1; cc cs n2 cc n2 vvi, av n2 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1; av pn31|vbz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13724 | such is the rich grace of Christ, that the worst shall know and say, He is good; | such is the rich grace of christ, that the worst shall know and say, He is good; | d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst dt js vmb vvi cc vvi, pns31 vbz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13725 | As the King passeth by, many come to see him; | As the King passes by, many come to see him; | c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp, d vvb pc-acp vvi pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13726 | but doth he take all up to the Chariot with him? No, but they go home to their several houses againe, | but does he take all up to the Chariot with him? No, but they go home to their several houses again, | cc-acp vdz pns31 vvi d a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31? uh-dx, cc-acp pns32 vvb av-an p-acp po32 j n2 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13727 | and then they commune, and speak of what they saw; | and then they commune, and speak of what they saw; | cc av pns32 vvi, cc vvi pp-f r-crq pns32 vvd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13728 | so Christ accepts only of, and apprehends none but those that have forsaken all at his call, | so christ accepts only of, and apprehends none but those that have forsaken all At his call, | av np1 vvz av-j pp-f, cc vvz pix cc-acp d cst vhb vvn d p-acp po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13729 | and so live upon his favour; | and so live upon his favour; | cc av vvb p-acp po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13730 | so here, as Psal. 45. all his Garments smell of myrth, yet only the Queen which heares, considers, | so Here, as Psalm 45. all his Garments smell of mirth, yet only the Queen which hears, considers, | av av, c-acp np1 crd av-d po31 n2 vvb pp-f n1, av av-j dt n1 r-crq vvz, vvz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13731 | and forgets her Fathers house, stands at his right hand. | and forgets her Father's house, Stands At his right hand. | cc vvz po31 ng1 n1, vvz p-acp po31 j-jn n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2478 | Page 172 |
13732 | 4. When the soul is perswaded to close with the Lord Jesus Christ by the power of immediate Revelation, without the medium of the Word; | 4. When the soul is persuaded to close with the Lord jesus christ by the power of immediate Revelation, without the medium of the Word; | crd c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt fw-la pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2479 | Page 173 |
13733 | the Word they grant hath its use, and 'tis good to attend to it, as to a light in a dark place, | the Word they grant hath its use, and it's good to attend to it, as to a Light in a dark place, | dt n1 pns32 vvb vhz po31 n1, cc pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2479 | Page 173 |
13734 | but stay till the day-starre arise; the Word is obscure, and may deceive, but this cannot; | but stay till the daystar arise; the Word is Obscure, and may deceive, but this cannot; | cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 vvb; dt n1 vbz j, cc vmb vvi, cc-acp d vmbx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2479 | Page 173 |
13735 | a•d they think Christ never apprehends them, till this doth; and this some feel, and rest upon, as upon a light and comfort in sickness, | a•d they think christ never apprehends them, till this does; and this Some feel, and rest upon, as upon a Light and Comfort in sickness, | vmd pns32 vvb np1 av-x vvz pno32, c-acp d vdz; cc d d vvb, cc n1 p-acp, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2479 | Page 173 |
13736 | and leave others to the Word; some feel and hold no other evidence but this; | and leave Others to the Word; Some feel and hold no other evidence but this; | cc vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1; d vvb cc vvb dx j-jn n1 p-acp d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2479 | Page 173 |
13737 | ••me h••d it, but never felt it, but live in admiring of it, and 'tis a prety new thing, &c. | ••me h••d it, but never felt it, but live in admiring of it, and it's a pretty new thing, etc. | vvb vvb pn31, cc-acp av-x vvd pn31, cc-acp vvb p-acp vvg pp-f pn31, cc pn31|vbz dt j j n1, av | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2479 | Page 173 |
13738 | I confess the Spirit must reveale the meaning of the Word, before ever it can draw any to believe, | I confess the Spirit must reveal the meaning of the Word, before ever it can draw any to believe, | pns11 vvb dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av pn31 vmb vvi d pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13739 | and it must mightily, immediately apply the Word; | and it must mightily, immediately apply the Word; | cc pn31 vmb av-j, av-j vvi dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13740 | but for Christ to reveale himse•f without a Word, and a Word of promise in the Gospel truly understood, is a delusion, especially if the evidence of the Word be herein despised. | but for christ to reveal himse•f without a Word, and a Word of promise in the Gospel truly understood, is a delusion, especially if the evidence of the Word be herein despised. | cc-acp c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j vvn, vbz dt n1, av-j cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb av vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13741 | Rom. 15. 4. Paul had Revelations; so may a godly man have more than common manifestations of favour at some times; | Rom. 15. 4. Paul had Revelations; so may a godly man have more than Common manifestations of favour At Some times; | np1 crd crd np1 vhd n2; av vmb dt j n1 vhb dc cs j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13742 | but Paul speaks not of these, H•b. 6. 17. that we might have stro•g consolation, &c. All the Heires of the promises, | but Paul speaks not of these, H•b. 6. 17. that we might have stro•g consolation, etc. All the Heirs of the promises, | cc-acp np1 vvz xx pp-f d, vvb. crd crd cst pns12 vmd vhi j n1, av d dt n2 pp-f dt n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13743 | as Heires that have Legasies left them, they go to the Will of the deceased Father, | as Heirs that have Legasies left them, they go to the Will of the deceased Father, | c-acp n2 cst vhb n2 vvd pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13744 | and that comforts that they hold to; that is sure, such a one shall have it, if his name be there; | and that comforts that they hold to; that is sure, such a one shall have it, if his name be there; | cc d n2 cst pns32 vvb p-acp; d vbz j, d dt pi vmb vhi pn31, cs po31 n1 vbb a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13745 | but if one shall say, Such a one hath promised me such lands, is it in the Will? No; | but if one shall say, Such a one hath promised me such Lands, is it in the Will? No; | cc-acp cs pi vmb vvi, d dt pi vhz vvn pno11 d n2, vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1? uh-dx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13746 | but since he dyed, as I was taking a Pipe, he came to me; oh be not deceived! | but since he died, as I was taking a Pipe, he Come to me; o be not deceived! | cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd, c-acp pns11 vbds vvg dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno11; uh vbb xx vvn! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13747 | but say some, I hold to the Will; let us see, where is it? I love such and such, saith the Lord; true; | but say Some, I hold to the Will; let us see, where is it? I love such and such, Says the Lord; true; | cc-acp vvb d, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1; vvb pno12 vvi, q-crq vbz pn31? pns11 vvb d cc d, vvz dt n1; j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13748 | but whom? 'tis Children believing, broken, poor, humbled. Now if you say, No, I regard no such Will; | but whom? it's Children believing, broken, poor, humbled. Now if you say, No, I regard no such Will; | cc-acp qo-crq? pn31|vbz n2 vvg, j-vvn, j, vvn. av cs pn22 vvb, uh-dx, pns11 vvb dx d vmb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13749 | then you regard not the Lord; so 'tis here, Ephes. 2. 20. Built upon the foundation of th• A•ostles; i. e. | then you regard not the Lord; so it's Here, Ephesians 2. 20. Built upon the Foundation of th• A•ostles; i. e. | cs pn22 vvb xx dt n1; av pn31|vbz av, np1 crd crd vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n2; uh. sy. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13750 | upon the Word, and Christ in it, &c. Hence, if you build without the Word, you build without a Foundation, and you will fall; | upon the Word, and christ in it, etc. Hence, if you built without the Word, you built without a Foundation, and you will fallen; | p-acp dt n1, cc np1 p-acp pn31, av av, cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13751 | and do you hold to that comfort that the Word never gave you? Christ is not the ob•ect of Faith, but as revealed; | and do you hold to that Comfort that the Word never gave you? christ is not the ob•ect of Faith, but as revealed; | cc vdb pn22 vvi p-acp d n1 cst dt n1 av-x vvd pn22? np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp c-acp vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13752 | Iohn 6. 45. He that hath seen, &c. Christ is not revealed, but in his Word of the Gospel preached; | John 6. 45. He that hath seen, etc. christ is not revealed, but in his Word of the Gospel preached; | np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz vvn, av np1 vbz xx vvn, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13753 | a I your conceptions without it, are idolatrous and monstrous; you neither see nor apprehend Christ, nor Christ you. | a I your conceptions without it, Are idolatrous and monstrous; you neither see nor apprehend christ, nor christ you. | av pns11 po22 n2 p-acp pn31, vbr j cc j; pn22 d vvi ccx vvi np1, ccx np1 pn22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2480 | Page 173 |
13754 | 5. By closing with Christ upon false signes of grace: | 5. By closing with christ upon false Signs of grace: | crd p-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2481 | Page 173 |
13755 | there is a company of people, if they have but some pangs, and some Reformations now and then, they are presently Christs, they hope; | there is a company of people, if they have but Some pangs, and Some Reformations now and then, they Are presently Christ, they hope; | pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vhb p-acp d n2, cc d n2 av cc av, pns32 vbr av-j npg1, pns32 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2481 | Page 173 |
13756 | and if they be like unto all other good people, and do as they do, now all is well, Thus these foolish Virgins did deceive and delude themselves; | and if they be like unto all other good people, and do as they do, now all is well, Thus these foolish Virgins did deceive and delude themselves; | cc cs pns32 vbb j p-acp d j-jn j n1, cc vdb c-acp pns32 vdb, av d vbz av, av d j n2 vdd vvi cc vvi px32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2481 | Page 173 |
13757 | they were Virgins, they were like others, and they though• well of them, and hence they fell to have hopes, out of some sleighty work of the Spirit of the Lord Jesus; | they were Virgins, they were like Others, and they though• well of them, and hence they fell to have hope's, out of Some sleighty work of the Spirit of the Lord jesus; | pns32 vbdr n2, pns32 vbdr j n2-jn, cc pns32 n1 av pp-f pno32, cc av pns32 vvd pc-acp vhi n2, av pp-f d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2481 | Page 173 |
13758 | but they are in the interim, strangers to the life of God, and Christ, and Grace; | but they Are in the interim, Strangers to the life of God, and christ, and Grace; | cc-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2481 | Page 173 |
13759 | these should have looked to have oyle in their Vessels before now. | these should have looked to have oil in their Vessels before now. | d vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp po32 n2 a-acp av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2481 | Page 173 |
13760 | Secondly, What is it for Christ not to apprehend such, and to withdraw from such? | Secondly, What is it for christ not to apprehend such, and to withdraw from such? | ord, q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp np1 xx pc-acp vvi d, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2482 | Page 173 |
13761 | Answ. You may know this by the Affirmative. | Answer You may know this by the Affirmative. | np1 pn22 vmb vvi d p-acp dt j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2483 | Page 173 |
13762 | What is it for Christ Jesus to apprehend? Consider a soul drawn home to the Lord Christ to believe; | What is it for christ jesus to apprehend? Consider a soul drawn home to the Lord christ to believe; | q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp np1 np1 pc-acp vvi? np1 dt n1 vvn av-an p-acp dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2483 | Page 173 |
13763 | there are two things he doth apprehend his people by. As, | there Are two things he does apprehend his people by. As, | pc-acp vbr crd n2 pns31 vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp. p-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2483 | Page 173 |
13764 | First, By an eternal Covenant of grace which the Lord makes and enters into with a poor sinner, whereby he bindes himself for ever to be his, a God unto him; | First, By an Eternal Covenant of grace which the Lord makes and enters into with a poor sinner, whereby he binds himself for ever to be his, a God unto him; | ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vvz px31 p-acp av pc-acp vbi png31, dt n1 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2484 | Page 173 |
13765 | we cannot make the Lord apprehend us. (as in 2 S•m. 5. 1, 2, 3.) But by his Covenant, he bindes himself unto the souls of h•s people, Isa. 55. 2, 3. which is a mighty strong Covenant, | we cannot make the Lord apprehend us. (as in 2 S•m. 5. 1, 2, 3.) But by his Covenant, he binds himself unto the Souls of h•s people, Isaiah 55. 2, 3. which is a mighty strong Covenant, | pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 vvb pno12. (c-acp p-acp crd n1. crd crd, crd, crd) p-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, np1 crd crd, crd q-crq vbz dt j j n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2484 | Page 173 |
13766 | as strong as Gods purpose is; for 'tis nothing but Gods purpose revealed. Now this the Lord reveals usually two wayes. | as strong as God's purpose is; for it's nothing but God's purpose revealed. Now this the Lord reveals usually two ways. | c-acp j c-acp npg1 n1 vbz; p-acp pn31|vbz pix cc-acp ng1 n1 vvn. av d dt n1 vvz av-j crd n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2484 | Page 173 |
13767 | 1. In the Word, without the conscience knowing it, so as that a man hath not assurance of Gods Good-will to him. And 2. To Conscience; and this two wayes. | 1. In the Word, without the conscience knowing it, so as that a man hath not assurance of God's Goodwill to him. And 2. To Conscience; and this two ways. | crd p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvg pn31, av c-acp d dt n1 vhz xx n1 pp-f npg1 j p-acp pno31. cc crd p-acp n1; cc d crd n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2485 | Page 174 |
13768 | 1. By prayer, the soul being instant with God to reveale his good-will, the Lord doth it. Ez•kiel 36. •7. | 1. By prayer, the soul being instant with God to reveal his goodwill, the Lord does it. Ez•kiel 36. •7. | crd p-acp n1, dt n1 vbg j-jn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, dt n1 vdz pn31. np1 crd n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2487 | Page 174 |
13769 | I will yet be enquired of for this, &c. Zach. 13. 9. Hence the Lord asks the poor heart, Will nothing content thee but the Lord? I wi•l fulfill thy desires then, the Lord hath heard thy cryes; | I will yet be inquired of for this, etc. Zach 13. 9. Hence the Lord asks the poor heart, Will nothing content thee but the Lord? I wi•l fulfil thy Desires then, the Lord hath herd thy cries; | pns11 vmb av vbi vvn pp-f p-acp d, av np1 crd crd av dt n1 vvz dt j n1, vmb pix vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1? pns11 vmb vvi po21 n2 av, dt n1 vhz vvn po21 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2487 | Page 174 |
13770 | all thy sinnes shall be pardoned, all those corruptions subdued, &c. | all thy Sins shall be pardoned, all those corruptions subdued, etc. | d po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn, d d n2 vvn, av | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2487 | Page 174 |
13771 | 2. By the Ministry of the Word, when the soul hath been froward in seeking the Lord, | 2. By the Ministry of the Word, when the soul hath been froward in seeking the Lord, | crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn j p-acp vvg dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2488 | Page 174 |
13772 | but now mournes under it, that it cannot finde the Lord; the Lord professeth, I'le create the fruit of the lips, peace. | but now mourns under it, that it cannot find the Lord; the Lord Professes, I'll create the fruit of the lips, peace. | cc-acp av vvz p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vmbx vvi dt n1; dt n1 vvz, pns11|vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2488 | Page 174 |
13773 | Psal. 25. 14. He will shew them his Covenant, &c. So that the soul is for a time, stablished and supported by these and the like blessed words of Grace from the Lord. | Psalm 25. 14. He will show them his Covenant, etc. So that the soul is for a time, established and supported by these and the like blessed words of Grace from the Lord. | np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi pno32 po31 n1, av av cst dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, vvn cc vvn p-acp d cc dt j j-vvn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2488 | Page 174 |
13774 | Secondly, By an eternal Spirit of life, which (as from Christ the Head) comes into every member, | Secondly, By an Eternal Spirit of life, which (as from christ the Head) comes into every member, | ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq (c-acp p-acp np1 dt n1) vvz p-acp d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2489 | Page 174 |
13775 | and is in them, and shall be in them, never forsaking them, though it be grieved a thousand times in a day by them; | and is in them, and shall be in them, never forsaking them, though it be grieved a thousand times in a day by them; | cc vbz p-acp pno32, cc vmb vbi p-acp pno32, av-x vvg pno32, cs pn31 vbb vvn dt crd n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2489 | Page 174 |
13776 | this Spirit sets on the Covenant, and gives the first fruits of glory, &c. Isaiah 59. ult. This is my Covenant, my Spirit shall never depart, &c. Thus Christ apprehends his; | this Spirit sets on the Covenant, and gives the First fruits of glory, etc. Isaiah 59. ult. This is my Covenant, my Spirit shall never depart, etc. Thus christ apprehends his; | d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz dt ord n2 pp-f n1, av np1 crd n1. d vbz po11 n1, po11 n1 vmb av-x vvi, av av np1 vvz po31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2489 | Page 174 |
13777 | herein differing from Adam, he was next to God, and was apprehended by God. But 1. It was by a Covenant of works. 2. As a first cause upholding, | herein differing from Adam, he was next to God, and was apprehended by God. But 1. It was by a Covenant of works. 2. As a First cause upholding, | av vvg p-acp np1, pns31 vbds ord p-acp np1, cc vbds vvn p-acp np1. p-acp crd pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. crd p-acp dt ord n1 vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2490 | Page 174 |
13778 | and preserving, and governing the second; but this Spirit which should never forsake, this he had not; | and preserving, and governing the second; but this Spirit which should never forsake, this he had not; | cc vvg, cc vvg dt ord; cc-acp d n1 r-crq vmd av-x vvi, d pns31 vhd xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2490 | Page 174 |
13779 | now when by Faith we are turned unto Christ, Christ apprehends us with both these armes. | now when by Faith we Are turned unto christ, christ apprehends us with both these arms. | av c-crq p-acp n1 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1, np1 vvz pno12 p-acp d d n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2490 | Page 174 |
13780 | Now è contrà, you may see what is it not to be apprehended by Christ. | Now è contrà, you may see what is it not to be apprehended by christ. | av fw-la fw-la, pn22 vmb vvi r-crq vbz pn31 xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2490 | Page 174 |
13781 | Because they were never given unto Christ in Vocation by the Fathers dr•wing, |
Because they were never given unto christ in Vocation by the Father's dr•wing, John 6. 65. And christ Takes hold on none but them; | c-acp pns32 vbdr av-x vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, np1 crd crd cc np1 vvz n1 p-acp pix p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2491 | Page 174 |
13782 | they are apprehended for the Givers sake, though they be worthless in themselves: All lawful Marriage, is by the Parents consent; so here. | they Are apprehended for the Givers sake, though they be worthless in themselves: All lawful Marriage, is by the Parents consent; so Here. | pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, cs pns32 vbb j p-acp px32: d j n1, vbz p-acp dt n2 vvb; av av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2491 | Page 174 |
13783 | Because he knows the vileness of such mens hearts, lying in their sin, the falseness, |
Because he knows the vileness of such men's hearts, lying in their since, the falseness, Deceits of them, John 2. ult. As we use to say, Such a one! | c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d ng2 n2, vvg p-acp po32 n1, dt n1, n2 pp-f pno32, np1 crd n1. c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, d dt pi! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2492 | Page 174 |
13784 | No, I know him well enough. | No, I know him well enough. | uh-dx, pns11 vvb pno31 av av-d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2492 | Page 174 |
13785 | Of sad Reproof to those who never trouble themselves with any thoughts whether Christ hath apprehended them; | Of sad Reproof to those who never trouble themselves with any thoughts whither christ hath apprehended them; | pp-f j n1 p-acp d r-crq av-x vvb px32 p-acp d n2 cs np1 vhz vvn pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13786 | if they have once apprehended jesus christ, they never question whither their Faith so apprehend christ, as that christ apprehends it. O Consider! | cs pns32 vhb a-acp vvn np1 np1, pns32 av-x vvb cs po32 n1 av vvi np1, c-acp cst np1 vvz pn31. uh vvb! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 | |
13787 | these Virgins they did thus after a sort apprehend Christ all their li•e, but now they know Christ never loved them, | these Virgins they did thus After a sort apprehend christ all their li•e, but now they know christ never loved them, | d n2 pns32 vdd av p-acp dt n1 vvb np1 d po32 n1, cc-acp av pns32 vvb np1 av-x vvd pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13788 | because they never savingly apprehended him. | Because they never savingly apprehended him. | c-acp pns32 av av-vvg vvd pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13789 | I remember Isa. 4. 1. Seven women shall take hold of one man, •nd shall say, We will be called by thy Name, to take away our reproach, | I Remember Isaiah 4. 1. Seven women shall take hold of one man, •nd shall say, We will be called by thy Name, to take away our reproach, | pns11 vvb np1 crd crd crd n2 vmb vvi n1 pp-f crd n1, n1 vmb vvi, pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vvi av po12 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13790 | but we will eat our own bread; | but we will eat our own bred; | cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi po12 d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13791 | So• many take hold upon Christ, Lord, let us be call'd by thy Name, to take away our reproach; | So• many take hold upon christ, Lord, let us be called by thy Name, to take away our reproach; | np1 d vvb vvi p-acp np1, n1, vvb pno12 vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vvi av po12 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13792 | when as they care for no part, nor portion in Christ, but they will eat their own bread, live upon their own lusts. | when as they care for no part, nor portion in christ, but they will eat their own bred, live upon their own Lustiest. | c-crq c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dx n1, ccx n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi po32 d n1, vvb p-acp po32 d n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13793 | It was Christs speech unto divers that saw him, and followed him, Iohn 6. as to h•s Disciples also, Except you eat my flesh, you have no life in you. | It was Christ speech unto diverse that saw him, and followed him, John 6. as to h•s Disciples also, Except you eat my Flesh, you have no life in you. | pn31 vbds npg1 n1 p-acp j cst vvd pno31, cc vvd pno31, np1 crd p-acp p-acp j n2 av, c-acp pn22 vvb po11 n1, pn22 vhb dx n1 p-acp pn22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13794 | What doth a man aim at in eating? not only that he may have Bread in his hand, | What does a man aim At in eating? not only that he may have Bred in his hand, | q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp p-acp vvg? xx j cst pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13795 | but he examines, What vertue hath it? His end is, that it may grow one with him, | but he examines, What virtue hath it? His end is, that it may grow one with him, | cc-acp pns31 vvz, q-crq n1 vhz pn31? po31 n1 vbz, cst pn31 vmb vvi pi p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13796 | and be turned into the •ame flesh with him, and so, that there may be a most rear union that can be; | and be turned into the •ame Flesh with him, and so, that there may be a most rear Union that can be; | cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp pno31, cc av, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt av-ds vvi n1 cst vmb vbi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13797 | so should all Christians study that, and aim at that, that the Lord may be nearly united to them, and grow one with them; | so should all Christians study that, and aim At that, that the Lord may be nearly united to them, and grow one with them; | av vmd d np1 vvi d, cc vvb p-acp d, cst dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvi pi p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13798 | a gracious heart prayers and mournes for want of this. | a gracious heart Prayers and mourns for want of this. | dt j n1 n2 cc vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2493 | Page 174 |
13799 | Oh there be many that profess, What should I trouble my self with this and that grace? when I have done all, I can but look up to Christ! True; | O there be many that profess, What should I trouble my self with this and that grace? when I have done all, I can but look up to christ! True; | uh pc-acp vbi d cst vvb, q-crq vmd pns11 vvi po11 n1 p-acp d cc d n1? c-crq pns11 vhb vdn d, pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1! j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2494 | Page 183 |
13800 | but will you not yet try whether you so look to Christ, as that he looks towards you? Iohn 10. 10. I k••w mine, and am known of mine; | but will you not yet try whither you so look to christ, as that he looks towards you? John 10. 10. I k••w mine, and am known of mine; | cc-acp vmb pn22 xx av vvi cs pn22 av vvi p-acp np1, c-acp cst pns31 vvz p-acp pn22? np1 crd crd pns11 vvb png11, cc vbm vvn pp-f png11; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2494 | Page 183 |
13801 | there is a world of false faith in the world. | there is a world of false faith in the world. | a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2494 | Page 183 |
13802 | Ier. 7. 8. When they cryed the Temple of the Lord, saith he, Do you sweare, lye, | Jeremiah 7. 8. When they cried the Temple of the Lord, Says he, Do you swear, lie, | np1 crd crd c-crq pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz pns31, vdb pn22 vvi, vvb, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2494 | Page 183 |
13803 | & c? So I may say, Are you slothful in carriage, discontent in families, live in secret adultery, | & c? So I may say, are you slothful in carriage, discontent in families, live in secret adultery, | cc sy? av pns11 vmb vvi, vbr pn22 j p-acp n1, n-jn p-acp n2, vvb p-acp j-jn n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2494 | Page 183 |
13804 | and your eyes and thoughts are full of it? do you break your promises, | and your eyes and thoughts Are full of it? do you break your promises, | cc po22 n2 cc n2 vbr j pp-f pn31? vdb pn22 vvi po22 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2494 | Page 183 |
13805 | and Covenant with God and men, and forget the Lord in a Land of Peace, care for little but that your Plough may speed, | and Covenant with God and men, and forget the Lord in a Land of Peace, care for little but that your Plough may speed, | cc n1 p-acp np1 cc n2, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp j p-acp cst po22 vvb vmb vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2494 | Page 183 |
13806 | and your names may rise? and do you cry, Christ, Christ? go to S•i•h, go to the Palatinate, Bohemia, and see what God hath done; Oh but I am better! | and your names may rise? and do you cry, christ, christ? go to S•i•h, go to the Palatinate, Bohemia, and see what God hath done; O but I am better! | cc po22 n2 vmb vvi? cc vdb pn22 vvi, np1, np1? vvb p-acp vvb, vvb p-acp dt n1, np1, cc vvb r-crq np1 vhz vdn; uh cc-acp pns11 vbm j! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2494 | Page 183 |
13807 | oh but go to these foolish Virgins, let their dead ghosts affright thee, if the Lords Word cannot make thee search here. | o but go to these foolish Virgins, let their dead Ghosts affright thee, if the lords Word cannot make thee search Here. | uh cc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2, vvb po32 j n2 vvb pno21, cs dt n2 n1 vmbx vvi pno21 vvi av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2494 | Page 183 |
13808 | A man drowning, all his care will be for a hand to take him, so would you if all were right; but you will not so. | A man drowning, all his care will be for a hand to take him, so would you if all were right; but you will not so. | dt n1 vvg, d po31 n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, av vmd pn22 cs d vbdr j-jn; cc-acp pn22 vmb xx av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2495 | Page 183 |
13831 | and if he hath been apprehended, he may be supported in sad combates, and comforted against all feares of Apostacy from the Lord, | and if he hath been apprehended, he may be supported in sad combats, and comforted against all fears of Apostasy from the Lord, | cc cs pns31 vhz vbn vvn, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2, cc vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2500 | Page 183 |
13809 | Of Examination, Whether ever the Lord Jesus hath apprehended you with his dearest love, |
Of Examination, Whither ever the Lord jesus hath apprehended you with his dearest love, as well as you have apprehended him? 2 Cor. 13. 5. In all Covenants among men, whereby they Are to bind themselves one to Another, men will make it sure on both sides; | pp-f n1, cs av dt n1 np1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp po31 js-jn n1, c-acp av c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pno31? crd np1 crd crd p-acp d n2 p-acp n2, c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi px32 pi p-acp n-jn, n2 vmb vvi pn31 j p-acp d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2496 | Page 183 |
13810 | Christ will make you sure to him; | christ will make you sure to him; | np1 vmb vvi pn22 j p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2496 | Page 183 |
13811 | do you see that he be also made sure, and fast bound and united unto you. | do you see that he be also made sure, and fast bound and united unto you. | vdb pn22 vvi cst pns31 vbb av vvn j, cc av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp pn22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2496 | Page 183 |
13812 | Methinks the consideration of the example of the Virgins, might awaken every one unto it; | Methinks the consideration of the Exampl of the Virgins, might awaken every one unto it; | vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vmd vvi d pi p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2497 | Page 183 |
13813 | for if this was the frame only of some rude, prophane Rout of •arnal Protestants, professing Christ with their lips, | for if this was the frame only of Some rude, profane Rout of •arnal Protestants, professing christ with their lips, | c-acp cs d vbds dt n1 av-j pp-f d j, j n1 pp-f j n2, vvg np1 p-acp po32 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2497 | Page 183 |
13814 | but denying him in their lives, it might be excusable for us; | but denying him in their lives, it might be excusable for us; | cc-acp vvg pno31 p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno12; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2497 | Page 183 |
13815 | but when Virgins, and so many, and that in these times of Christs coming, to faile here, this may strike a holy •awfulness even in the best; | but when Virgins, and so many, and that in these times of Christ coming, to fail Here, this may strike a holy •awfulness even in the best; | cc-acp c-crq n2, cc av d, cc cst p-acp d n2 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, pc-acp vvi av, d vmb vvi dt j n1 av p-acp dt js; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2497 | Page 183 |
13816 | and with much feare and trembling to search themselves, as it did the Disciples of Christ, | and with much Fear and trembling to search themselves, as it did the Disciples of christ, | cc p-acp d n1 cc j-vvg pc-acp vvi px32, c-acp pn31 vdd dt n2 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2497 | Page 183 |
13817 | when they heard not many, but one only should be•ray him; for there is this union on both parts, Iohn 10. 14. | when they herd not many, but one only should be•ray him; for there is this Union on both parts, John 10. 14. | c-crq pns32 vvd xx d, cc-acp pi av-j vmd vvi pno31; c-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2497 | Page 183 |
13818 | 2. But though there is cause to search, I confess 'tis very hard to finde out this blessed Love-knot, the union between Christ and the soul being so mystical, | 2. But though there is cause to search, I confess it's very hard to find out this blessed Love-knot, the Union between christ and the soul being so mystical, | crd p-acp cs pc-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb pn31|vbz av j pc-acp vvi av d j-vvn n1, dt n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1 vbg av j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2498 | Page 183 |
13819 | and secret, and spiritual a work, especially in this life; | and secret, and spiritual a work, especially in this life; | cc j-jn, cc j dt n1, av-j p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2498 | Page 183 |
13820 | wherein the Lord Jesus ariseth in the souls of his people, not in his perfect fulness, | wherein the Lord jesus arises in the Souls of his people, not in his perfect fullness, | c-crq dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, xx p-acp po31 j n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2498 | Page 183 |
13821 | but only as the day-starre, at which time there is much darkness before the rising Sun; | but only as the daystar, At which time there is much darkness before the rising Sun; | cc-acp av-j c-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2498 | Page 183 |
13822 | and hence the Apostle, Gal. 4. 9. You have known God, or rather are known of him, &c. 3. But yet it may be known; | and hence the Apostle, Gal. 4. 9. You have known God, or rather Are known of him, etc. 3. But yet it may be known; | cc av dt n1, np1 crd crd pn22 vhb vvn np1, cc av-c vbr vvn pp-f pno31, av crd p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2498 | Page 183 |
13823 | the many examples I might alledge, might prove it; | the many Examples I might allege, might prove it; | dt d n2 pns11 vmd vvi, vmd vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2499 | Page 183 |
13824 | and the promise of Christ to his Disciples doth evince it, Iohn 14. 20. They were weak for a time, | and the promise of christ to his Disciples does evince it, John 14. 20. They were weak for a time, | cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2 vdz vvi pn31, np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr j p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2499 | Page 183 |
13825 | and Christ forsook them, and left them very sorrowful for a time, but saith he, I will come to you again; | and christ forsook them, and left them very sorrowful for a time, but Says he, I will come to you again; | cc np1 vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32 av j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvz pns31, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2499 | Page 183 |
13826 | yea, and they might be never awhit the wiser for that; Nay, (saith he) At that day you shall know I am in you, and you in me; | yea, and they might be never awhit the Wiser for that; Nay, (Says he) At that day you shall know I am in you, and you in me; | uh, cc pns32 vmd vbi av-x av dt jc p-acp d; uh-x, (vvz pns31) p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb vvi pns11 vbm p-acp pn22, cc pn22 p-acp pno11; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2499 | Page 183 |
13827 | As a childe cannot tell how his soul comes into it, no• it may be, when, but afterwards it sees and feels that life: | As a child cannot tell how his soul comes into it, no• it may be, when, but afterwards it sees and feels that life: | p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi c-crq po31 n1 vvz p-acp pn31, n1 pn31 vmb vbi, c-crq, cc-acp av pn31 vvz cc vvz d n1: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2499 | Page 183 |
13828 | So that he were as bad as a Beast, that should deny an immortal soul; and 'tis an Article of our Faith; so here, &c. | So that he were as bad as a Beast, that should deny an immortal soul; and it's an Article of our Faith; so Here, etc. | av cst pns31 vbdr a-acp j c-acp dt n1, cst vmd vvi dt j n1; cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; av av, av | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2499 | Page 183 |
13829 | 4. And truly when it is known, 'tis exceeding useful, if a man was never apprehended by Christ, that now before he be cast out of sight, | 4. And truly when it is known, it's exceeding useful, if a man was never apprehended by christ, that now before he be cast out of sighed, | crd cc av-j c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pn31|vbz av-vvg j, cs dt n1 vbds av-x vvn p-acp np1, cst av c-acp pns31 vbb vvn av pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2500 | Page 183 |
13832 | but may know he stands as fast as Mount Sion that never can be removed; for times of spiritual assaults are to destroy faith. | but may know he Stands as fast as Mount Sion that never can be removed; for times of spiritual assaults Are to destroy faith. | cc-acp vmb vvi pns31 vvz a-acp av-j c-acp n1 np1 cst av-x vmb vbi vvn; p-acp n2 pp-f j n2 vbr pc-acp vvi n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2500 | Page 183 |
13833 | Psal. 22. 8. He trusted in God, let him deliver him; and therefore you had need make sure of this; | Psalm 22. 8. He trusted in God, let him deliver him; and Therefore you had need make sure of this; | np1 crd crd pns31 vvd p-acp np1, vvb pno31 vvi pno31; cc av pn22 vhd n1 vvi j pp-f d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2500 | Page 184 |
13834 | time may come, that to sence and feeling, hope and heart may faile; What supports now? yet Christ doth not, Christ will not, Christ cannot. | time may come, that to sense and feeling, hope and heart may fail; What supports now? yet christ does not, christ will not, christ cannot. | n1 vmb vvi, cst p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb cc n1 vmb vvi; q-crq vvz av? av np1 vdz xx, np1 vmb xx, np1 vmbx. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2500 | Page 184 |
13835 | Quest. How may this apprehending love on Christs part be known? 〈 ◊ 〉 Answ. In these five Degrees of it, it manifests it self; | Quest. How may this apprehending love on Christ part be known? 〈 ◊ 〉 Answer In these five Degrees of it, it manifests it self; | n1. q-crq vmb d vvg n1 p-acp npg1 n1 vbb vvn? 〈 sy 〉 np1 p-acp d crd n2 pp-f pn31, pn31 vvz pn31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2501 | Page 184 |
13836 | for it is unknown in it self; but in the manifestation of it, there ' is seen of us. | for it is unknown in it self; but in the manifestation of it, there ' is seen of us. | p-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp pn31 n1; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, a-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f pno12. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2502 | Page 184 |
13837 | 1. Degree, When the love of Christ apprehends the soul effectually, it overcomes the soul by sence of love, | 1. Degree, When the love of christ apprehends the soul effectually, it overcomes the soul by sense of love, | crd n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 av-j, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13838 | and thereby draws the soul from the strong holds and bondage of sinne to Christ; | and thereby draws the soul from the strong holds and bondage of sin to christ; | cc av vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13839 | wherever there is exceeding deare love of the one unto the other, it is winning, it's of an overcoming nature; | wherever there is exceeding deer love of the one unto the other, it is winning, it's of an overcoming nature; | c-crq pc-acp vbz vvg j-jn n1 pp-f dt crd p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vbz vvg, pn31|vbz pp-f dt vvg n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13840 | and though Christ doth threaten, or terrifie his people sometimes, yet the end is love; the love of Christ is of a winning, overcoming vertue; and he overcomes by love; | and though christ does threaten, or terrify his people sometime, yet the end is love; the love of christ is of a winning, overcoming virtue; and he overcomes by love; | cc cs np1 vdz vvi, cc vvi po31 n1 av, av dt n1 vbz n1; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pp-f dt j-vvg, vvg n1; cc pns31 vvz p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13841 | and where he sets his heart on any, he will sooner or later overcome by love (if he can) the hearts of his, to forsake all other Lovers, and cleave unto him. | and where he sets his heart on any, he will sooner or later overcome by love (if he can) the hearts of his, to forsake all other Lovers, and cleave unto him. | cc c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d, pns31 vmb av-c cc jc vvn p-acp n1 (cs pns31 vmb) dt n2 pp-f png31, pc-acp vvi d j-jn n2, cc vvb p-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13842 | Ier. 31. 3. I have loved thee with an everlasting lov•; | Jeremiah 31. 3. I have loved thee with an everlasting lov•; | np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13843 | What follows? hence, I have drawn thee; How? by loving-kindness. Cant. 1. 4. Draw me, and I will follow thee; | What follows? hence, I have drawn thee; How? by Lovingkindness. Cant 1. 4. Draw me, and I will follow thee; | r-crq vvz? av, pns11 vhb vvn pno21; c-crq? p-acp n1. np1 crd crd vvb pno11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13844 | this is the prayer of all those whom the Lord espouseth to himself; | this is the prayer of all those whom the Lord espouseth to himself; | d vbz dt n1 pp-f d d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp px31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13845 | and 'tis as if they should say, I have neither strength, nor heart, to come nor follow; | and it's as if they should say, I have neither strength, nor heart, to come nor follow; | cc pn31|vbz c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi, pns11 vhb dx n1, ccx n1, pc-acp vvi ccx vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13846 | my iniquities clog me, and my feares discourage me, &c. but yet Lord draw me. Let a man believe in Christ, and accept the offer of Christ when he can; | my iniquities clog me, and my fears discourage me, etc. but yet Lord draw me. Let a man believe in christ, and accept the offer of christ when he can; | po11 n2 vvi pno11, cc po11 n2 vvi pno11, av p-acp av n1 vvb pno11. vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vmb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2503 | Page 184 |
13847 | but he can never do it, untill his heart a verse to Christ, and unbelieving, be drawn to the Lord Jesus; | but he can never do it, until his heart a verse to christ, and unbelieving, be drawn to the Lord jesus; | cc-acp pns31 vmb av-x vdi pn31, c-acp po31 n1 dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvg, vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13848 | and that not violently only by terrour, but by stronger cords, even the cords of Love, which perswades mightily the soul of unwilling to become willing; | and that not violently only by terror, but by Stronger cords, even the cords of Love, which persuades mightily the soul of unwilling to become willing; | cc cst xx av-j av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp jc n2, av dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz av-j dt n1 pp-f j pc-acp vvi j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13849 | the Lord revealing the glorious grace and righteousness of Jesus Christ, and all the benefits of him, | the Lord revealing the glorious grace and righteousness of jesus christ, and all the benefits of him, | dt n1 vvg dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc d dt n2 pp-f pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13850 | and therefore he offers this to it, and requires nothing but faith to receive it; this which stirs not the heart of another, overcomes the hearts of the Lords own, | and Therefore he offers this to it, and requires nothing but faith to receive it; this which stirs not the heart of Another, overcomes the hearts of the lords own, | cc av pns31 vvz d p-acp pn31, cc vvz pix cc-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; d r-crq vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n-jn, vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n2 d, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13872 | but as Ivy clasps about the Tree with a root of its own. | but as Ivy clasps about the Tree with a root of its own. | cc-acp c-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13851 | even with an holy admiration at this grace! What, Lord, am I! so vile I am, and filthy, and hellish, after so long abusing God and Grace, | even with an holy admiration At this grace! What, Lord, am I! so vile I am, and filthy, and hellish, After so long abusing God and Grace, | av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1! q-crq, n1, vbm pns11! av j pns11 vbm, cc j, cc j, c-acp av av-j vvg np1 cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13852 | now to reveale, offer on such termes Christ and Grace to me! Oh Lord, I am swallowed up with this kindness! | now to reveal, offer on such terms christ and Grace to me! O Lord, I am swallowed up with this kindness! | av pc-acp vvi, vvb p-acp d n2 np1 cc n1 p-acp pno11! uh n1, pns11 vbm vvn a-acp p-acp d n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13853 | how canst thou think such thoughts of love! yet I see it. Rom. 1. 17. The Gospel is the power of God to salvation; | how Canst thou think such thoughts of love! yet I see it. Rom. 1. 17. The Gospel is the power of God to salvation; | q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi d n2 pp-f n1! av pns11 vvb pn31. np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13854 | for therein is righteousness revealed from faith to faith. | for therein is righteousness revealed from faith to faith. | c-acp av vbz n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13855 | And mark, 'tis such a drawing of love, as pulls the soul from all the strong holds of sinne, to Christ; | And mark, it's such a drawing of love, as pulls the soul from all the strong holds of sin, to christ; | cc n1, pn31|vbz d dt vvg pp-f n1, c-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13856 | for that which the Prophet complaines of people in his time, is true of ours, Ier. 8. 5. They took fast hold of deceit, and refused to return; | for that which the Prophet complains of people in his time, is true of ours, Jeremiah 8. 5. They took fast hold of deceit, and refused to return; | p-acp d r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz j pp-f png12, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd av-j vvi pp-f n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13857 | they hold it as their life, and it holds them as fast as spiritual bonds of death; | they hold it as their life, and it holds them as fast as spiritual bonds of death; | pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n1, cc pn31 vvz pno32 a-acp av-j c-acp j n2 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13858 | either the pleasure of sinne holds them, or the power of unbelief in refusing grace, attended with sinkings, | either the pleasure of sin holds them, or the power of unbelief in refusing grace, attended with sinkings, | d dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno32, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg n1, vvn p-acp n2-vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13859 | and sadness of heart, or objecting against grace through pride of heart, when the Lord comes to apprehend it; | and sadness of heart, or objecting against grace through pride of heart, when the Lord comes to apprehend it; | cc n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13860 | hereupon the Lord Jesus Christ, uno & eodem actu & ictu, in drawing the soul to himself, draws it from the captivity of sinne; | hereupon the Lord jesus christ, Uno & Eodem Acts & ictu, in drawing the soul to himself, draws it from the captivity of sin; | av dt n1 np1 np1, fw-la cc fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp px31, vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13861 | thus, Acts 26. 18. from darkness to light. 1 Thes. 1. 9. and the soul saith as they, Ier. 3. 23, 24, &c. The Lord Jesus doth not so draw it to himself, | thus, Acts 26. 18. from darkness to Light. 1 Thebes 1. 9. and the soul Says as they, Jeremiah 3. 23, 24, etc. The Lord jesus does not so draw it to himself, | av, n2 crd crd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. crd np1 crd crd cc dt n1 vvz c-acp pns32, np1 crd crd, crd, av dt n1 np1 vdz xx av vvi pn31 pc-acp px31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13862 | as that at the same time it abides in sinne; no• so from sinne, as that it abides without Christ; but uno, &c. | as that At the same time it abides in sin; no• so from sin, as that it abides without christ; but Uno, etc. | c-acp cst p-acp dt d n1 pn31 vvz p-acp n1; n1 av p-acp n1, c-acp cst pn31 vvz p-acp np1; cc-acp fw-la, av | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2504 | Page 184 |
13863 | For I observe a double errour in mens drawing to Christ. | For I observe a double error in men's drawing to christ. | c-acp pns11 vvb dt j-jn n1 p-acp ng2 vvg p-acp np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2505 | Page 184 |
13864 | First, Either they come only from misery (I say, Only) and so are rather driven, than drawn to Christ; | First, Either they come only from misery (I say, Only) and so Are rather driven, than drawn to christ; | ord, av-d pns32 vvb av-j p-acp n1 (pns11 vvb, av-j) cc av vbr av-c vvn, cs vvn p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2506 | Page 184 |
13865 | they rather come themselves on the legs of their self-love, than on the feet of Faith. | they rather come themselves on the legs of their Self-love, than on the feet of Faith. | pns32 av-c vvb px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2506 | Page 185 |
13866 | Now when Christ doth effectually draw, he doth it by love; Oh this me•ts, this draws, this breaks, this overcomes; | Now when christ does effectually draw, he does it by love; O this me•ts, this draws, this breaks, this overcomes; | av c-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp n1; uh d n2, d vvz, d vvz, d vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2506 | Page 185 |
13867 | and now as we say in Warre, It is better to Reconci•e an Enemy, than to Conquer him by force; | and now as we say in War, It is better to Reconci•e an Enemy, than to Conquer him by force; | cc av c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2506 | Page 185 |
13868 | because th• one overcomes his power only, but the other overcomes his will; | Because th• one overcomes his power only, but the other overcomes his will; | c-acp n1 crd vvz po31 n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n-jn vvz po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2506 | Page 185 |
13869 | so Christ could crush (and he doth bruise his peoples souls with miseries, they would never else be suitably affected with the bruises of his soul) but this makes way for love; | so christ could crush (and he does bruise his peoples Souls with misery's, they would never Else be suitably affected with the bruises of his soul) but this makes Way for love; | av np1 vmd vvi (cc pns31 vdz vvi po31 ng1 n2 p-acp n2, pns32 vmd av-x av vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1) p-acp d vvz n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2506 | Page 185 |
13870 | he overcomes the will by love. | he overcomes the will by love. | pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2506 | Page 185 |
13871 | Secondly, Or else if love doth meet, affect, and draw them, yet it doth not overcome them, o• draw them from the hold of sinne, | Secondly, Or Else if love does meet, affect, and draw them, yet it does not overcome them, o• draw them from the hold of sin, | ord, cc av cs n1 vdz vvi, vvb, cc vvi pno32, av pn31 vdz xx vvi pno32, n1 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13874 | that have been almost perswaded, and yet have turned almost Devils afterward; the Reason hath been, because they were never quite taken off their own botto•es. | that have been almost persuaded, and yet have turned almost Devils afterwards; the Reason hath been, Because they were never quite taken off their own botto•es. | cst vhb vbn av vvn, cc av vhb vvn av n2 av; dt n1 vhz vbn, c-acp pns32 vbdr av-x av vvn a-acp po32 d n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13875 | Now a soul whom Christ draws, the Lord in drawing him to himself, pulls him from his sinne, | Now a soul whom christ draws, the Lord in drawing him to himself, pulls him from his sin, | av dt n1 ro-crq np1 vvz, dt n1 p-acp vvg pno31 pc-acp px31, vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13876 | so that he is weary of it; the sight of Christs grace, oh this draws indeed! | so that he is weary of it; the sighed of Christ grace, o this draws indeed! | av cst pns31 vbz j pp-f pn31; dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, uh d vvz av! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13877 | that now not only it dare not, will not, but cannot live in sinne. | that now not only it Dare not, will not, but cannot live in sin. | cst av xx av-j pn31 vvb xx, vmb xx, cc-acp vmbx vvi p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13878 | Rom. 6. 2. Titus 2. 11, 12. Grace appeares to all; but it teacheth us (saith the Apostle) to deny ungodlinesse; ungodliness will be suing and seeking for love, but they deny it; | Rom. 6. 2. Titus 2. 11, 12. Grace appears to all; but it Teaches us (Says the Apostle) to deny ungodliness; ungodliness will be suing and seeking for love, but they deny it; | np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd n1 vvz p-acp d; cc-acp pn31 vvz pno12 (vvz dt n1) pc-acp vvi n1; n1 vmb vbi vvg cc vvg p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13879 | the soul thus comes not unto Christ, without feeling of s•nne in it, but that the Lord would take away all iniquity from it. | the soul thus comes not unto christ, without feeling of s•nne in it, but that the Lord would take away all iniquity from it. | dt n1 av vvz xx p-acp np1, p-acp vvg pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp cst dt n1 vmd vvi av d n1 p-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13880 | Ier. 3. 22. And because it feares there may be some secret evil; | Jeremiah 3. 22. And Because it fears there may be Some secret evil; | np1 crd crd cc c-acp pn31 vvz a-acp vmb vbi d j-jn n-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13881 | its care therefore is, that the Lord would strike the root of all, and make it more bitter than death, to its grave. | its care Therefore is, that the Lord would strike the root of all, and make it more bitter than death, to its grave. | po31 n1 av vbz, cst dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d, cc vvi pn31 av-dc j cs n1, p-acp po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13882 | The greatest evil of all, is sinne; 'tis greater than Death, Grave, Hell; hence Christs greatest love is in Redeeming first from sinne; | The greatest evil of all, is sin; it's greater than Death, Grave, Hell; hence Christ greatest love is in Redeeming First from sin; | dt js n-jn pp-f d, vbz n1; pn31|vbz jc cs n1, j, n1; av npg1 js n1 vbz p-acp vvg ord p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13883 | And as if there had never been sinne, grave, nor death should never hold; | And as if there had never been sin, grave, nor death should never hold; | cc c-acp cs pc-acp vhd av vbn n1, n1, ccx n1 vmd av-x vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13884 | so when he breaks the power of sinne, no power of Satan, World, Death, shall hold thee from Christ; | so when he breaks the power of sin, no power of Satan, World, Death, shall hold thee from christ; | av c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, dx n1 pp-f np1, n1, n1, vmb vvi pno21 p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13885 | and 'tis never overcome by love till now. | and it's never overcome by love till now. | cc pn31|vbz av vvn p-acp n1 c-acp av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13886 | Let a man be •n never such feares and troubles of minde, and sinkings of heart, | Let a man be •n never such fears and Troubles of mind, and sinkings of heart, | vvb dt n1 vbi vvn av d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc n2-vvg pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13887 | and soon after he pretends to great joyes, and assurance, but sin is not overcome, | and soon After he pretends to great Joys, and assurance, but since is not overcome, | cc av c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp j n2, cc n1, cc-acp n1 vbz xx vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13888 | though it be s•ibbed and hid, yet it will overcome you at last, and would pull thee down from heaven, if ever thou wert there; | though it be s•ibbed and hid, yet it will overcome you At last, and would pull thee down from heaven, if ever thou Wertenberg there; | cs pn31 vbb j cc vvn, av pn31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp ord, cc vmd vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp n1, cs av pns21 vbd2r a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13889 | As if one that makes suit to another, and she is forced to give consent, but she hath her heart still to another Lover, he will never have her; | As if one that makes suit to Another, and she is forced to give consent, but she hath her heart still to Another Lover, he will never have her; | c-acp cs crd d vvz n1 p-acp j-jn, cc pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1, cc-acp pns31 vhz po31 n1 av p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vmb av-x vhi pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13890 | Not that the Saints are really free from all sins, and weaknesses, but they are free from peace with sin, | Not that the Saints Are really free from all Sins, and Weaknesses, but they Are free from peace with since, | xx cst dt n2 vbr av-j j p-acp d n2, cc n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp n1 p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13891 | though not free from War with sin till death; as when two Lovers are faln out, it's enough if the League be broken. | though not free from War with since till death; as when two Lovers Are fallen out, it's enough if the League be broken. | cs xx j p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; c-acp c-crq crd n2 vbr vvn av, pn31|vbz d cs dt n1 vbb vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2507 | Page 185 |
13892 | 2. Degree. The apprehending love of Christ; | 2. Degree. The apprehending love of christ; | crd n1. dt vvg n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13893 | it sa•iates, fills, and feeds the soul with the sweetness of its self, now the soul being come to Christ, | it sa•iates, fills, and feeds the soul with the sweetness of its self, now the soul being come to christ, | pn31 vvz, vvz, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13894 | and seeing the heighth and depth of the love and pity of Christ. | and seeing the height and depth of the love and pity of christ. | cc vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13895 | Psal. 65. 2, 3, 4. Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, he shall be satisfied; | Psalm 65. 2, 3, 4. Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, he shall be satisfied; | np1 crd crd, crd, crd vvn vbz dt n1 ro-crq pns21 vv2, pns31 vmb vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13897 | as one that stands by where smells are (but smells do not feed) (or they may taste, | as one that Stands by where smells Are (but smells do not feed) (or they may taste, | p-acp pi cst vvz p-acp c-crq n2 vbr (p-acp n2 vdb xx vvi) (cc pns32 vmb vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13898 | but tastes do not feed nor satisfie) So 'tis here. | but tastes doe not feed nor satisfy) So it's Here. | cc-acp vvz n1 xx vvi ccx vvi) av pn31|vbz av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13899 | You know we feed on our meat, that we may be strengthened thereby, and it may be turned to nourishment, | You know we feed on our meat, that we may be strengthened thereby, and it may be turned to nourishment, | pn22 vvb pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn av, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13900 | and good blood, and flesh, and be made one with us; | and good blood, and Flesh, and be made one with us; | cc j n1, cc n1, cc vbi vvn pi p-acp pno12; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13901 | so Christ gives himself to be spiritually eaten by Faith, out of an earnest desire, that he may have a neare, a very near union to him, | so christ gives himself to be spiritually eaten by Faith, out of an earnest desire, that he may have a near, a very near Union to him, | av np1 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1, av pp-f dt j n1, cst pns31 vmb vhi dt j, dt j j n1 p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13902 | and he to us ▪ Now the maine end of eating, is satisfying; | and he to us ▪ Now the main end of eating, is satisfying; | cc pns31 pc-acp pno12 ▪ av dt j n1 pp-f vvg, vbz vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13903 | and if a man be satiated with it, though •e think it will never prove nourishment, yet it doth; | and if a man be satiated with it, though •e think it will never prove nourishment, yet it does; | cc cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cs n1 vvb pn31 vmb av-x vvi n1, av pn31 vdz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13904 | So, where life is, &c. Ioh. 6. 56. He dwells in me, and I in him. | So, where life is, etc. John 6. 56. He dwells in me, and I in him. | av, c-crq n1 vbz, av np1 crd crd pns31 vvz p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2508 | Page 185 |
13905 | If a man tastes not a greater good in Christ, than in his lusts, he will fall to them againe from Christ; | If a man tastes not a greater good in christ, than in his Lustiest, he will fallen to them again from christ; | cs dt n1 vvz xx dt jc j p-acp np1, cs p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 av p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 185 |
13906 | but if he feeds on Christ, and is satiate with him, never can he hunger againe; | but if he feeds on christ, and is satiate with him, never can he hunger again; | cc-acp cs pns31 vvz p-acp np1, cc vbz j p-acp pno31, av-x vmb pns31 n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13907 | otherwise the soul will say, It was better with me once, than now it is; | otherwise the soul will say, It was better with me once, than now it is; | av dt n1 vmb vvi, pn31 vbds jc p-acp pno11 a-acp, cs av pn31 vbz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13908 | Solomon, though he tasted all good of the creatures after he knew God, and God had appeared twice to him, | Solomon, though he tasted all good of the creatures After he knew God, and God had appeared twice to him, | np1, c-acp pns31 vvd d j pp-f dt n2 c-acp pns31 vvd np1, cc np1 vhd vvn av p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13909 | yet he felt them fall short of what he once found, and at last he remembred his rest. | yet he felt them fallen short of what he once found, and At last he remembered his rest. | av pns31 vvd pno32 vvi j pp-f r-crq pns31 a-acp vvd, cc p-acp ord pns31 vvd po31 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13910 | When Abram gave his children gi•ts, he did not lay hold on them with special love, | When Abram gave his children gi•ts, he did not lay hold on them with special love, | c-crq np1 vvd po31 n2 n2, pns31 vdd xx vvi n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13911 | but to him to whom he gave his Inheritance; | but to him to whom he gave his Inheritance; | cc-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13912 | So the Lord may take hold on a man, and give him many abilities, but when he gives himself as an Inheritance and portion, this is special love; | So the Lord may take hold on a man, and give him many abilities, but when he gives himself as an Inheritance and portion, this is special love; | av dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pno31 d n2, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, d vbz j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13913 | and wh•• is that known? ( viz. ) when the soul is fully satiated with it, Psalme 16. 2, 3, 4. And hence the Prodigal he did not know he should be received; | and wh•• is that known? (viz.) when the soul is Fully satiated with it, Psalm 16. 2, 3, 4. And hence the Prodigal he did not know he should be received; | cc n1 vbz d vvn? (n1) c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pn31, n1 crd crd, crd, crd cc av dt j-jn pns31 vdd xx vvi pns31 vmd vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13914 | but when he came, Make me a servant, if not a Son (saith he) and his Father hung about his neck, &c. So here. | but when he Come, Make me a servant, if not a Son (Says he) and his Father hung about his neck, etc. So Here. | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd, vvb pno11 dt n1, cs xx dt n1 (vvz pns31) cc po31 n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, av av av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13915 | Ex•dus 6. 3. God hath two wayes to satisfie his people. 〈 … 〉. 1. By fulfilling his promises. | Ex•dus 6. 3. God hath two ways to satisfy his people. 〈 … 〉. 1. By fulfilling his promises. | np1 crd crd np1 vhz crd n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. 〈 … 〉. crd p-acp vvg po31 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2509 | Page 186 |
13916 | 2. By manifesting himself, and that to their satisfying, as sufficient to do all what he hath promised. | 2. By manifesting himself, and that to their satisfying, as sufficient to do all what he hath promised. | crd p-acp vvg px31, cc cst p-acp po32 n-vvg, c-acp j pc-acp vdi d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2511 | Page 186 |
13917 | Oh Consider of this, you that have seen mercy, but it hath not satiated you, nor doth yet! | O Consider of this, you that have seen mercy, but it hath not satiated you, nor does yet! | uh vvb pp-f d, pn22 cst vhb vvn n1, cc-acp pn31 vhz xx vvn pn22, ccx vdz av! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2512 | Page 186 |
13918 | but you have other bread to feed on; the Lord never took hold on you. | but you have other bred to feed on; the Lord never took hold on you. | cc-acp pn22 vhb j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp; dt n1 av-x vvd n1 p-acp pn22. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2512 | Page 186 |
13919 | 3. Degree ▪ This apprehending love of Christ, having thus satiated the soule, it const•aines the soule to live and act for Christ. | 3. Degree ▪ This apprehending love of christ, having thus satiated the soul, it const•aines the soul to live and act for christ. | crd n1 ▪ d vvg n1 pp-f np1, vhg av vvn dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13920 | Now, what shall I do for the Lord, and the poor soule begins to lament dayes past of folly; | Now, what shall I do for the Lord, and the poor soul begins to lament days past of folly; | av, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi n2 j pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13921 | and secretly desires of the Lord, it might rather not live, than not live to him; | and secretly Desires of the Lord, it might rather not live, than not live to him; | cc av-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmd av-c xx vvi, cs xx vvi p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13922 | and though happily it often serves sin and self, yet the soul accounts that life death, | and though happily it often serves since and self, yet the soul accounts that life death, | cc c-acp av-j pn31 av vvz n1 cc n1, av dt n1 vvz d n1 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13923 | and so laments •t before the Lord, 2 Cor. 5. 15, 16. That they that live, might live to him. | and so laments •t before the Lord, 2 Cor. 5. 15, 16. That they that live, might live to him. | cc av vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd cst pns32 cst vvb, vmd vvi p-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13924 | John 6. 57. He that believeth in me, shall live by me; i. e. both by me, and for me; | John 6. 57. He that Believeth in me, shall live by me; i. e. both by me, and for me; | np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11, vmb vvi p-acp pno11; uh. sy. av-d p-acp pno11, cc p-acp pno11; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13925 | and Christ apprehends the soul fast now; for Christ must rather lose his life, than lose this soul. | and christ apprehends the soul fast now; for christ must rather loose his life, than loose this soul. | cc np1 vvz dt n1 av-j av; p-acp np1 vmb av-c vvi po31 n1, cs vvi d n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13926 | Look as 'tis with a Graft, put the science close by the stock, tye it fast, | Look as it's with a Grafted, put the science close by the stock, tie it fast, | n1 c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, vvb dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1, vvb pn31 av-j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13927 | if there it withers, and rather loseth life than gets it, we say, Surely it's not put in right; | if there it withers, and rather loses life than gets it, we say, Surely it's not put in right; | cs a-acp pn31 vvz, cc av-c vvz n1 cs vvz pn31, pns12 vvb, av-j pn31|vbz xx vvn p-acp j-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13928 | for if it were, the living Stock would convey sap and nourishment to it. So 'tis here; | for if it were, the living Stock would convey sap and nourishment to it. So it's Here; | c-acp cs pn31 vbdr, dt j-vvg n1 vmd vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. av pn31|vbz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13929 | some herbs are very precious, but for ornament, rather tha• use; | Some herbs Are very precious, but for ornament, rather tha• use; | d n2 vbr av j, cc-acp p-acp n1, av-c n1 vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13930 | so Christ is deare, but what use do you make of Christ? what life do you fetch from Christ? the least joynt in a mans finger united to the soul, hath life of it; | so christ is deer, but what use do you make of christ? what life do you fetch from christ? the least joint in a men finger united to the soul, hath life of it; | av np1 vbz j-jn, cc-acp q-crq n1 vdb pn22 vvi pp-f np1? q-crq n1 vdb pn22 vvi p-acp np1? dt av-ds j p-acp dt ng1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vhz n1 pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13931 | but Signets though near to the finger, yet they have no life, and hence no union, and hence no members; | but Signets though near to the finger, yet they have no life, and hence no Union, and hence no members; | cc-acp n2 c-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vhb dx n1, cc av dx n1, cc av dx n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13932 | so the Saints have life, though weak; | so the Saints have life, though weak; | av dt n2 vhb n1, cs j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13933 | but unregenerate men (as Signets) may be near life, and near the true Members of Christ that be quickened, but receive no Life. | but unregenerate men (as Signets) may be near life, and near the true Members of christ that be quickened, but receive no Life. | cc-acp j n2 (c-acp n2) vmb vbi j n1, cc av-j dt j n2 pp-f np1 d vbb vvn, cc-acp vvb dx n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2513 | Page 186 |
13934 | Gluttons will feed, that they may go to sleeping; others, that they may fall a working; | Gluttons will feed, that they may go to sleeping; Others, that they may fallen a working; | n2 vmb vvi, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp vvg; n2-jn, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n-vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2514 | Page 186 |
13935 | So, many take Christ, and get some peace, and then turn Grace into wantonness, and so sleep in their sloth; | So, many take christ, and get Some peace, and then turn Grace into wantonness, and so sleep in their sloth; | av, d vvb np1, cc vvi d n1, cc av vvb n1 p-acp n1, cc av vvb p-acp po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2514 | Page 186 |
13936 | but a gracious heart, all his prayers and feeding, is, that he might have strength, and heart, to live and work for Christ; | but a gracious heart, all his Prayers and feeding, is, that he might have strength, and heart, to live and work for christ; | cc-acp dt j n1, d po31 n2 cc vvg, vbz, cst pns31 vmd vhi n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2514 | Page 186 |
13937 | Hath the Lord pitied, pardoned? how Lord shall I now live in my Calling? now his friends are by him pityed; | Hath the Lord pitied, pardoned? how Lord shall I now live in my Calling? now his Friends Are by him pitied; | vhz dt n1 vvd, vvn? q-crq n1 vmb pns11 av vvi p-acp po11 vvg? av po31 n2 vbr p-acp pno31 vvd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2514 | Page 186 |
13938 | now he is fruitful, and mourns, when others be not so. | now he is fruitful, and mourns, when Others be not so. | av pns31 vbz j, cc vvz, c-crq n2-jn vbi xx av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2514 | Page 186 |
13939 | 4. Degree. This apprehending love of Christ having thus constrained the soul, it ever follows it, and dwells in it, Ioh. 14. 17. For after Christ hath apprehended the soul, | 4. Degree. This apprehending love of christ having thus constrained the soul, it ever follows it, and dwells in it, John 14. 17. For After christ hath apprehended the soul, | crd n1. d vvg n1 pp-f np1 vhg av vvn dt n1, pn31 av vvz pn31, cc vvz p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp np1 vhz vvn dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2515 | Page 186 |
13940 | so as that the soul thinks it shall never be as it hath been before; yet oh the lamentable decayes and losses that it feels! | so as that the soul thinks it shall never be as it hath been before; yet o the lamentable decays and losses that it feels! | av c-acp cst dt n1 vvz pn31 vmb av-x vbi c-acp pn31 vhz vbn a-acp; av uh dt j n2 cc n2 cst pn31 vvz! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2515 | Page 186 |
13941 | it loseth favour and life too afterward, and lives against Christ sometimes (a thing never to be lamented enough) but mark, | it loses favour and life too afterwards, and lives against christ sometime (a thing never to be lamented enough) but mark, | pn31 vvz n1 cc n1 av av, cc vvz p-acp np1 av (dt n1 av-x pc-acp vbi vvn av-d) p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2515 | Page 186 |
13944 | and that after questionings sometimes, if ever there was grace indeed in it; yea, •f not, yet oh that it should thus forsake the Lord! | and that After questionings sometime, if ever there was grace indeed in it; yea, •f not, yet o that it should thus forsake the Lord! | cc cst p-acp n2 av, cs av a-acp vbds n1 av p-acp pn31; uh, n1 xx, av uh cst pn31 vmd av vvi dt n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2515 | Page 187 |
13945 | nay, the Lord sometime preventing before it was seeking. Iudas fails, the Lord never looks after him; | nay, the Lord sometime preventing before it was seeking. Iudas fails, the Lord never looks After him; | uh-x, dt n1 av vvg p-acp pn31 vbds vvg. np1 vvz, dt n1 av-x vvz p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2515 | Page 187 |
13946 | Peter falls, Christ looks after him, and recovers him; all the Disciples denied Christ, and fled after promise never to do so; | Peter falls, christ looks After him, and recovers him; all the Disciples denied christ, and fled After promise never to do so; | np1 vvz, np1 vvz p-acp pno31, cc vvz pno31; d dt n2 vvn np1, cc vvd p-acp n1 av-x pc-acp vdi av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13947 | yet, saith he, Mark 14. 28, 16, 7. I'le go be•ore you to Galilee; | yet, Says he, Mark 14. 28, 16, 7. I'll go be•ore you to Galilee; | av, vvz pns31, vvb crd crd, crd, crd pns11|vmb vvi av pn22 p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13948 | my Sp•rit is in you, and shall be in you, though you gr•eve it, and sad •. Adam falls, and one sin cut him from Gods hold of him; | my Sp•rit is in you, and shall be in you, though you gr•eve it, and sad •. Adam falls, and one since Cut him from God's hold of him; | po11 n1 vbz p-acp pn22, cc vmb vbi p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vvb pn31, cc j •. np1 vvz, cc crd n1 vvi pno31 p-acp ng1 n1 pp-f pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13949 | hence he dashe•h quite to pieces; | hence he dashe•h quite to Pieces; | av pns31 vhz av p-acp n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13950 | but now Christ upholding on other termes, hence, though his people forsake him, yet he holds them still fast and sure, | but now christ upholding on other terms, hence, though his people forsake him, yet he holds them still fast and sure, | cc-acp av np1 vvg p-acp j-jn n2, av, cs po31 n1 vvi pno31, av pns31 vvz pno32 av av-j cc j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13951 | and keeps •hem from breaking utterly to pieces; | and keeps •hem from breaking utterly to Pieces; | cc vvz n1 p-acp vvg av-j p-acp n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13952 | nay, if they be as water spilt on the ground, he will gather them up againe; | nay, if they be as water spilled on the ground, he will gather them up again; | uh-x, cs pns32 vbb p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13953 | he deals not so wi•h others, Iohn 6. 66. Many forsake him, being never given indeed to him, he lets them go; | he deals not so wi•h Others, John 6. 66. Many forsake him, being never given indeed to him, he lets them go; | pns31 vvz xx av j n2-jn, np1 crd crd av-d vvb pno31, vbg av vvn av p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13954 | but Christ speaks to his Disciples, Will you go? So if a man h•th a stranger in his House, he will let him go, and enquire not after him; | but christ speaks to his Disciples, Will you go? So if a man h•th a stranger in his House, he will let him go, and inquire not After him; | cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, vmb pn22 vvi? av cs dt n1 vhz dt jc p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 vvi, cc vvi xx p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13955 | he came to me for a time; but if he hath a Son, and he is gone, he will finde him out; | he Come to me for a time; but if he hath a Son, and he is gone, he will find him out; | pns31 vvd p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1; cc-acp cs pns31 vhz dt n1, cc pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13956 | and there he wonders at a Fathers love, to see his Spirit; So here; | and there he wonders At a Father's love, to see his Spirit; So Here; | cc a-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1; av av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13957 | and hence come the Saints to wonder at the Lord so much, What is not the Lord y•t gone? | and hence come the Saints to wonder At the Lord so much, What is not the Lord y•t gone? | cc av vvb dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av av-d, q-crq vbz xx dt n1 av vvn? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2516 | Page 187 |
13958 | I speak this partly to terrifie those that go, and never return again, and to answer Objections of Saints; | I speak this partly to terrify those that go, and never return again, and to answer Objections of Saints; | pns11 vvb d av pc-acp vvi d cst vvb, cc av-x vvb av, cc pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2517 | Page 187 |
13959 | the Lord hath hid himself from me, and I have forsaken him; yet mark, he will bring thee back again to himself lamenting, &c. 5. Degree, This apprehending love of Christ, it now witnesseth love to the soul most clearly and fully; | the Lord hath hid himself from me, and I have forsaken him; yet mark, he will bring thee back again to himself lamenting, etc. 5. Degree, This apprehending love of christ, it now Witnesseth love to the soul most clearly and Fully; | dt n1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vhb vvn pno31; av vvb, pns31 vmb vvi pno21 av av p-acp px31 vvg, av crd n1, d vvg n1 pp-f np1, pn31 av vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 av-ds av-j cc av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2517 | Page 187 |
13960 | the Question is, Doth Christ apprehend any but those to whom he witnesseth love? No, | the Question is, Does christ apprehend any but those to whom he Witnesseth love? No, | dt n1 vbz, vdz np1 vvi d p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz n1? uh-dx, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2518 | Page 187 |
13961 | for he doth witness to all in some measure; but here comes the cleare manifestation of it; | for he does witness to all in Some measure; but Here comes the clear manifestation of it; | c-acp pns31 vdz vvi p-acp d p-acp d n1; cc-acp av vvz dt j n1 pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2518 | Page 187 |
13962 | When I was dead he quickned me, and since that I have lost the Lord, and he me, yet he hath found me out; | When I was dead he quickened me, and since that I have lost the Lord, and he me, yet he hath found me out; | c-crq pns11 vbds j pns31 vvd pno11, cc c-acp cst pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, cc pns31 pno11, av pns31 vhz vvn pno11 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2518 | Page 187 |
13963 | and hence now the soul concludes, the Lord loves it. Gal. 2. 20. Who loved me, and gave himself for me. | and hence now the soul concludes, the Lord loves it. Gal. 2. 20. Who loved me, and gave himself for me. | cc av av dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vvz pn31. np1 crd crd r-crq vvd pno11, cc vvd px31 p-acp pno11. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2518 | Page 187 |
13964 | Psalme 23. Vlt. The Lord restoreth my Soule, surely mercy shall follow me. Now try if the Lord never dealt thus with thee. | Psalm 23. Ult The Lord restoreth my Soul, surely mercy shall follow me. Now try if the Lord never dealt thus with thee. | n1 crd np1 dt n1 vvz po11 n1, av-j n1 vmb vvi pno11. av vvi cs dt n1 av-x vvd av p-acp pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2518 | Page 187 |
13965 | As this may serve to discourage, or terrifie those that never did, |
As this may serve to discourage, or terrify those that never did, so it may encourage •hose to preserve their faith who so apprehend christ, | p-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vvi d cst av-x vdd, av pn31 vmb vvi vvd pc-acp vvi po32 n1 r-crq av vvb np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13966 | as that they are apprehended of him; If a Woman was never Married to such a man, for her to call him, | as that they Are apprehended of him; If a Woman was never Married to such a man, for her to call him, | c-acp cst pns32 vbr vvn pp-f pno31; cs dt n1 vbds av-x vvn p-acp d dt n1, p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13967 | or speak of him, or think of him to be her Husband, 'tis presumption; | or speak of him, or think of him to be her Husband, it's presumption; | cc vvi pp-f pno31, cc vvb pp-f pno31 pc-acp vbi po31 n1, pn31|vbz n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13968 | but when he hath given himself to her, then let her own her priviledge, and maintaine her claime against all Law, | but when he hath given himself to her, then let her own her privilege, and maintain her claim against all Law, | cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp pno31, av vvb pno31 d po31 n1, cc vvi pno31 vvi p-acp d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13969 | and wranglers, and preserve her interest; | and wranglers, and preserve her Interest; | cc n2, cc vvi po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13970 | So those that never were given to Christ, let them know their faith is but smoke and vanity; | So those that never were given to christ, let them know their faith is but smoke and vanity; | av d cst av-x vbdr vvn p-acp np1, vvb pno32 vvi po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13971 | but let Iob say, Though he kill me, yet I'le trust him. | but let Job say, Though he kill me, yet I'll trust him. | cc-acp vvb np1 vvb, cs pns31 vvb pno11, av pns11|vmb vvi pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13972 | David Psal. 42. 3. had that temptation, Where is now thy God? that his teares were his meat, | David Psalm 42. 3. had that temptation, Where is now thy God? that his tears were his meat, | np1 np1 crd crd vhd cst n1, q-crq vbz av po21 n1? cst po31 n2 vbdr po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13973 | and drink, and was much shaken, and cast down by it; | and drink, and was much shaken, and cast down by it; | cc vvi, cc vbds av-d vvn, cc vvd a-acp p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13974 | but what, Doth he lie still? No, he stirs up himself, aud chides himself, Why art thou cast down? Ver. 5. 11. He is my God. 1 Tim. 6. 12. Fight a good fight of faith, | but what, Does he lie still? No, he stirs up himself, and chides himself, Why art thou cast down? Ver. 5. 11. He is my God. 1 Tim. 6. 12. Fight a good fight of faith, | cc-acp q-crq, vdz pns31 vvi av? uh-dx, pns31 vvz a-acp px31, cc vvz px31, q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn a-acp? np1 crd crd pns31 vbz po11 n1. vvn np1 crd crd vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13975 | and lay hold of eternal life whereun•o thou art called. | and lay hold of Eternal life whereun•o thou art called. | cc vvd n1 pp-f j n1 vdb pns21 vb2r vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2520 | Page 187 |
13976 | 'Tis very unsafe for any Christian to lay by Faith, and cast off the exercise of it, | It's very unsafe for any Christian to lay by Faith, and cast off the exercise of it, | pn31|vbz av j p-acp d njp p-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2521 | Page 187 |
13977 | because 'tis Christs apprehending of us which doth preserve us; | Because it's Christ apprehending of us which does preserve us; | c-acp pn31|vbz npg1 vvg pp-f pno12 r-crq vdz vvi pno12; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2521 | Page 187 |
13978 | True, but 'tis by faith, which may not be at all times seen, as neither the other can; | True, but it's by faith, which may not be At all times seen, as neither the other can; | j, cc-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n1, r-crq vmb xx vbi p-acp d n2 vvn, c-acp dx dt n-jn vmb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2521 | Page 187 |
13979 | and therefore take heed you make not this use of Doctrine here, because many may apprehend Christ, whom Christ never apprehended; | and Therefore take heed you make not this use of Doctrine Here, Because many may apprehend christ, whom christ never apprehended; | cc av vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx d n1 pp-f n1 av, c-acp d vmb vvi np1, ro-crq np1 av-x vvd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2521 | Page 187 |
13980 | therefore what have I to do to close with Christ? To be kept from putting out faith either in your judgement and practice, | Therefore what have I to do to close with christ? To be kept from putting out faith either in your judgement and practice, | av q-crq vhb pns11 pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg av n1 d p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2521 | Page 188 |
13981 | or practice only? I would but only ask of such these Questions. | or practice only? I would but only ask of such these Questions. | cc n1 av-j? pns11 vmd cc-acp av-j vvi pp-f d d n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2521 | Page 188 |
13982 | F•rst, If we were only to look to Christs apprehending us without the other, why doth the Apostle put such a weight upon Faith, | F•rst, If we were only to look to Christ apprehending us without the other, why does the Apostle put such a weight upon Faith, | vvd, cs pns12 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 vvg pno12 p-acp dt n-jn, q-crq vdz dt n1 vvd d dt n1 p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2522 | Page 188 |
13983 | as that all the benefits of Christ are communicated by it? Heb. 3. 14. We partake of Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence stedfast; | as that all the benefits of christ Are communicated by it? Hebrew 3. 14. We partake of christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence steadfast; | c-acp cst d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp pn31? np1 crd crd pns12 vvb pp-f np1, cs pns12 vvb dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2522 | Page 188 |
13984 | and Heb. 10. 38. The just lives by it, not from it. | and Hebrew 10. 38. The just lives by it, not from it. | cc np1 crd crd dt j n2 p-acp pn31, xx p-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2522 | Page 188 |
13985 | Secondly, If so, why doth Satan so much strike at faith? when Peter fell, what did he strike at? what did he winrow him for? To shake out his faith; | Secondly, If so, why does Satan so much strike At faith? when Peter fell, what did he strike At? what did he winrow him for? To shake out his faith; | ord, cs av, q-crq vdz np1 av av-d vvi p-acp n1? q-crq np1 vvd, r-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp? q-crq vdd pns31 vvi pno31 p-acp? p-acp vvi av po31 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2523 | Page 188 |
13986 | and hence Christ prayes that it faile not; When Satan comes to Christ, the first thing which made way for all his temptations, was, If thou beest the Son, &c. Our blessed fellowship with Christ, he sees consists of two things; | and hence christ prays that it fail not; When Satan comes to christ, the First thing which made Way for all his temptations, was, If thou Best the Son, etc. Our blessed fellowship with christ, he sees consists of two things; | cc av np1 vvz cst pn31 vvb xx; c-crq np1 vvz p-acp np1, dt ord n1 r-crq vvd n1 p-acp d po31 n2, vbds, cs pns21 vb2s dt n1, av po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz vvz pp-f crd n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2523 | Page 188 |
13987 | Faith on our part, and the Spirit on Christs; and Satan strikes at the weakest first. | Faith on our part, and the Spirit on Christ; and Satan strikes At the Weakest First. | n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp npg1; cc np1 vvz p-acp dt js ord. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2523 | Page 188 |
13988 | Thirdly, If so, Why doth the Lord Jesus so carefully seek to preserve it? both mediately by all meanes and Ministries, Word, Sacraments, which are to feed Faith; | Thirdly, If so, Why does the Lord jesus so carefully seek to preserve it? both mediately by all means and Ministries, Word, Sacraments, which Are to feed Faith; | ord, cs av, q-crq vdz dt n1 np1 av av-j vvi pc-acp vvi pn31? av-d av-j p-acp d n2 cc n2, n1, n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2524 | Page 188 |
13989 | and hence Paul, 1 Thess. 3. 2. To establish you in faith. | and hence Paul, 1 Thess 3. 2. To establish you in faith. | cc av np1, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2524 | Page 188 |
13990 | And ver. 5. he hence rejoyced; and ver. 10. We would be yours to perfect your Faith. And also immediately; | And ver. 5. he hence rejoiced; and ver. 10. We would be yours to perfect your Faith. And also immediately; | cc fw-la. crd pns31 av vvd; cc fw-la. crd pns12 vmd vbi png22 pc-acp vvi po22 n1. cc av av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2524 | Page 188 |
13991 | Peter falls, Christ prayes his faith faile not, his grace should not; And 1 Pet. 1. 2, 3. Preserved by faith to Salvation. | Peter falls, christ prays his faith fail not, his grace should not; And 1 Pet. 1. 2, 3. Preserved by faith to Salvation. | np1 vvz, np1 vvz po31 n1 vvb xx, po31 n1 vmd xx; cc crd np1 crd crd, crd vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2524 | Page 188 |
13992 | Object. But I cannot believe? Answ. Before faith you cannot; | Object. But I cannot believe? Answer Before faith you cannot; | n1. cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi? np1 p-acp n1 pn22 vmbx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2525 | Page 188 |
13993 | and after you do believe, the Acts of faith, and lively working of faith, may be many times in disertions of the soul from God, | and After you do believe, the Acts of faith, and lively working of faith, may be many times in Desertions of the soul from God, | cc c-acp pn22 vdb vvi, dt n2 pp-f n1, cc j n-vvg pp-f n1, vmb vbi d n2 p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
13994 | or God from the soul, hindered; | or God from the soul, hindered; | cc np1 p-acp dt n1, vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
13995 | and when he hath those lively workings of it, it's from the power of Christ, that it is acted, as well as preserved; | and when he hath those lively workings of it, it's from the power of christ, that it is acted, as well as preserved; | cc c-crq pns31 vhz d j n2 pp-f pn31, pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pn31 vbz vvn, c-acp av c-acp vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
13996 | but yet if Christ hath once given power to believe, he maintaines it constantly, and increaseth it; | but yet if christ hath once given power to believe, he maintains it constantly, and increases it; | cc-acp av cs np1 vhz a-acp vvn n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz pn31 av-j, cc vvz pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
13997 | and therefore you have no cause to plead, I cannot; | and Therefore you have no cause to plead, I cannot; | cc av pn22 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmbx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
13998 | so that you cannot sin, and live in it, especially in unbelief, and lie there, you cannot draw back to perdition, | so that you cannot sin, and live in it, especially in unbelief, and lie there, you cannot draw back to perdition, | av cst pn22 vmbx vvi, cc vvi p-acp pn31, av-j p-acp n1, cc vvb a-acp, pn22 vmbx vvi av p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
13999 | but believe to the salvation of your souls; the just lives by faith; we say we must live; | but believe to the salvation of your Souls; the just lives by faith; we say we must live; | cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2; dt j n2 p-acp n1; pns12 vvb pns12 vmb vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
14000 | Faith will be stirring, when no other grace can be so; it Victuals the whole Camp, Relieves the besieged; | Faith will be stirring, when no other grace can be so; it Victuals the Whole Camp, Relieves the besieged; | n1 vmb vbi vvg, c-crq dx j-jn n1 vmb vbi av; pn31 n2 dt j-jn n1, vvz dt j-vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
14001 | and it's most strong, when man is most weak. 'Tis true indeed, there may be many acts of presumption for one act of faith; take heed of that; | and it's most strong, when man is most weak. It's true indeed, there may be many acts of presumption for one act of faith; take heed of that; | cc pn31|vbz av-ds j, c-crq n1 vbz av-ds j. pn31|vbz j av, pc-acp vmb vbi d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1; vvb n1 pp-f d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
14002 | That faith is not presumption, which the more it works, the more humble it makes the soul to be, | That faith is not presumption, which the more it works, the more humble it makes the soul to be, | cst n1 vbz xx n1, r-crq dt av-dc pn31 vvz, dt av-dc j pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
14003 | and vile in his own eyes; | and vile in his own eyes; | cc j p-acp po31 d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
14004 | because as Faith ever fetcheth of Christs fulness to the soule, so it ever is attended with sence of emptiness in the soule naturally, and then it's right. | Because as Faith ever Fetches of Christ fullness to the soul, so it ever is attended with sense of emptiness in the soul naturally, and then it's right. | c-acp c-acp n1 av vvz pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, av pn31 av vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j, cc av pn31|vbz n-jn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2526 | Page 188 |
14005 | Oh resist not the Lord Jesus, when he comes to apprehend you by his Almighty Arme! | O resist not the Lord jesus, when he comes to apprehend you by his Almighty Arm! | uh vvb xx dt n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp po31 j-jn n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 188 |
14006 | In a shipwreck, if a man sees many drowning, and perishing, never a hand to take hold of them, | p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 vvz d n-vvg, cc vvg, av-x dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 188 | |
14007 | when one is reached out to him, will he resist it? Oh no! I know indeed when the time of love comes, there is no power of overcoming and frustrating the grace of God, | when one is reached out to him, will he resist it? O no! I know indeed when the time of love comes, there is no power of overcoming and frustrating the grace of God, | c-crq pi vbz vvn av p-acp pno31, vmb pns31 vvi pn31? uh uh pns11 vvb av c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 188 |
14008 | but yet there is a power of resisting, which the Lord complaines of in them, Acts 7. and which he makes his people to complaine with bitterness of in his bosome when his time comes. | but yet there is a power of resisting, which the Lord complains of in them, Acts 7. and which he makes his people to complain with bitterness of in his bosom when his time comes. | cc-acp av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg, r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f p-acp pno32, n2 crd cc q-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f p-acp po31 n1 c-crq po31 n1 vvz. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 188 |
14009 | Isaiah 50. 2. The Lord cryes out of his people when they had sold themselves into the hand of their enemies, | Isaiah 50. 2. The Lord cries out of his people when they had sold themselves into the hand of their enemies, | np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz av pp-f po31 n1 c-crq pns32 vhd vvn px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 188 |
14010 | and were apt to lay the fault on the Lord, as men do. Now the Lord gives not me a heart to believe; | and were apt to lay the fault on the Lord, as men do. Now the Lord gives not me a heart to believe; | cc vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2 vdb. av dt n1 vvz xx pno11 dt n1 pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 188 |
14011 | Saith he, Wherefore when I came, was there none to answer? Object. | Says he, Wherefore when I Come, was there none to answer? Object. | vvz pns31, c-crq c-crq pns11 vvd, vbds a-acp pix pc-acp vvi? n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 188 |
14012 | You can never pardon such finners, help against such sinnes, mercy cannot reach us? Is my hand shortned? No such matter. | You can never pardon such finners, help against such Sins, mercy cannot reach us? Is my hand shortened? No such matter. | pn22 vmb av-x vvi d n2, vvb p-acp d n2, n1 vmbx vvi pno12? vbz po11 n1 vvn? av-dx d n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 188 |
14013 | I do not press you now to apprehend Christ, but resist not the Lord when he hath his hand upon thy heart or conscience to apprehend thee. | I do not press you now to apprehend christ, but resist not the Lord when he hath his hand upon thy heart or conscience to apprehend thee. | pns11 vdb xx vvi pn22 av pc-acp vvi np1, cc-acp vvb xx dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhz po31 n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 189 |
14014 | Is the Lord at work with none of you? art forsaken of Christ altogether? There are many wayes of Resisting Christ thus; I'le only name these two. | Is the Lord At work with none of you? art forsaken of christ altogether? There Are many ways of Resisting christ thus; I'll only name these two. | vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pix pp-f pn22? n1 vvn pp-f np1 av? pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f j-vvg np1 av; pns11|vmb av-j vvi d crd. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2527 | Page 189 |
14015 | First, When the soul will not suffer the Lord Jesus to bruise, or cross its will, that so he may prevaile over the resistancy of it. | First, When the soul will not suffer the Lord jesus to bruise, or cross its will, that so he may prevail over the resistancy of it. | ord, c-crq dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 np1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi po31 n1, cst av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14016 | A strong arme, a strong man when his arme is bruised, or broken, or wounded, takes away the act of resistance; | A strong arm, a strong man when his arm is Bruised, or broken, or wounded, Takes away the act of resistance; | dt j n1, dt j n1 c-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn, vvz av dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14017 | as taking away the very life from it, takes away the very power of resistance; so Christ would unite himself to the soul; | as taking away the very life from it, Takes away the very power of resistance; so christ would unite himself to the soul; | c-acp vvg av dt j n1 p-acp pn31, vvz av dt j n1 pp-f n1; av np1 vmd vvi px31 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14018 | there can be no constant union, where there is constant resistance. Christ comes to take away that; | there can be no constant Union, where there is constant resistance. christ comes to take away that; | pc-acp vmb vbi dx j n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz j n1. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi av d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14019 | hence bruises and wounds the soul; outwardly sometime in name, estate; inwardly in conscience, in heart. | hence bruises and wounds the soul; outwardly sometime in name, estate; inwardly in conscience, in heart. | av n2 cc n2 dt n1; av-j av p-acp n1, n1; av-j p-acp n1, p-acp n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14020 | Now here is mens folly, That they will not be humbled, when they heare of their estate in the Word; | Now Here is men's folly, That they will not be humbled, when they hear of their estate in the Word; | av av vbz ng2 n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn, c-crq pns32 vvb pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14021 | they will not believe 'tis so, though they stand all the while convinced therein, as if they had been named; | they will not believe it's so, though they stand all the while convinced therein, as if they had been nam; | pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31|vbz av, cs pns32 vvb d dt n1 vvd av, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vbn vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14022 | nay, they will not think of it; | nay, they will not think of it; | uh-x, pns32 vmb xx vvi pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14023 | if it begins to trouble them, or if they do begin, they think it is the temptation of the Devil; | if it begins to trouble them, or if they do begin, they think it is the temptation of the devil; | cs pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32, cc cs pns32 vdb vvi, pns32 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14024 | and if their estates or names begin to dye, they will not be poor nor despised; | and if their estates or names begin to die, they will not be poor nor despised; | cc cs po32 n2 cc n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, pns32 vmb xx vbi j ccx vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14025 | they had rather dye, or live in vexing and fretting, rather than yield; | they had rather die, or live in vexing and fretting, rather than yield; | pns32 vhd av-c vvi, cc vvi p-acp vvg cc vvg, av-c cs vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14109 | when the Lord makes it least; and when the Lord makes it nothing, it makes God all things to it. | when the Lord makes it least; and when the Lord makes it nothing, it makes God all things to it. | c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 av-ds; cc c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 pix, pn31 vvz np1 d n2 p-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2565 | Page 192 |
14026 | they will have Gods Will bowed to theirs, not theirs to the Lord, nor yield themselves Captives to his mercy, let him do with them what he will, who owes them nothing. | they will have God's Will bowed to theirs, not theirs to the Lord, nor yield themselves Captives to his mercy, let him do with them what he will, who owes them nothing. | pns32 vmb vhi n2 vmb vvn p-acp png32, xx png32 p-acp dt n1, ccx vvb px32 n2-jn p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 vdi p-acp pno32 r-crq pns31 vmb, r-crq vvz pno32 pix. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14027 | Thus it was with Ephraim; Capernaum heard, admired, embraced Christ, but yet repented not; that was to live in the smoke and fire; | Thus it was with Ephraim; Capernaum herd, admired, embraced christ, but yet repented not; that was to live in the smoke and fire; | av pn31 vbds p-acp np1; np1 vvn, j-vvn, vvd np1, cc-acp av vvd xx; d vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14028 | Wo to you, saith he, for it. | Woe to you, Says he, for it. | n1 p-acp pn22, vvz pns31, c-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14029 | Ier. 6. 7, 8. Be instructed; He saith not, Instruct thy self, but be instructed, be convinced, be humbled for thy sin, lest my soul depart; I am with thee yet to pardon it, yet to take it away. | Jeremiah 6. 7, 8. Be instructed; He Says not, Instruct thy self, but be instructed, be convinced, be humbled for thy since, lest my soul depart; I am with thee yet to pardon it, yet to take it away. | np1 crd crd, crd vbb vvn; pns31 vvz xx, vvb po21 n1, cc-acp vbb vvn, vbb vvn, vbb vvn p-acp po21 n1, cs po11 n1 vvi; pns11 vbm p-acp pno21 av pc-acp vvi pn31, av pc-acp vvi pn31 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2528 | Page 189 |
14030 | Secondly, When they will not be gathered to Christ, nor come to him, nor receive his love when it comes to them, | Secondly, When they will not be gathered to christ, nor come to him, nor receive his love when it comes to them, | ord, c-crq pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp np1, ccx vvi p-acp pno31, ccx vvi po31 n1 c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2529 | Page 189 |
14031 | but put it farre from them as much as in them lies. | but put it Far from them as much as in them lies. | cc-acp vvd pn31 av-j p-acp pno32 p-acp d c-acp p-acp pno32 vvz. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2529 | Page 189 |
14032 | The Disciples told Thomas Christ was risen, but he would not believe unless he saw him; nay, unless he felt; | The Disciples told Thomas christ was risen, but he would not believe unless he saw him; nay, unless he felt; | dt n2 vvd np1 np1 vbds vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi cs pns31 vvd pno31; uh-x, cs pns31 vvd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2529 | Page 189 |
14033 | nay, unless he felt his very wounds; Christ pities, and beares with the weakness of Faith; | nay, unless he felt his very wounds; christ pities, and bears with the weakness of Faith; | uh-x, cs pns31 vvd po31 j n2; np1 vvz, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2529 | Page 189 |
14034 | But (saith he) be no more faithless, but faithful; and hence saith he, Blessed are they which have not seen, and yet believed; | But (Says he) be no more faithless, but faithful; and hence Says he, Blessed Are they which have not seen, and yet believed; | p-acp (vvz pns31) vbb dx av-dc j, cc-acp j; cc av vvz pns31, vvn vbr pns32 r-crq vhb xx vvn, cc av vvd; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2529 | Page 189 |
14035 | this, Christ complaines of in the Jewes, He would have gathered them, and they would not! | this, christ complains of in the Jews, He would have gathered them, and they would not! | d, np1 vvz pp-f p-acp dt np2, pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32, cc pns32 vmd xx! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2529 | Page 189 |
14036 | Now here resistance is made two wayes. 1. By the will; | Now Here resistance is made two ways. 1. By the will; | av av n1 vbz vvn crd n2. crd p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2530 | Page 189 |
14037 | when the soul sees the offer of love faire and full, but will not be drawn to close with it, | when the soul sees the offer of love fair and full, but will not be drawn to close with it, | c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 j cc j, cc-acp vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2531 | Page 189 |
14038 | because it knows whether to go, and live, and be yet well enough without it. | Because it knows whither to go, and live, and be yet well enough without it. | c-acp pn31 vvz cs pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vbb av av av-d p-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2531 | Page 189 |
14039 | Iohn 6. 68. Whether shall I go? It hath some other Lovers to give it content; | John 6. 68. Whither shall I go? It hath Some other Lovers to give it content; | np1 crd crd cs vmb pns11 vvi? pn31 vhz d j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2531 | Page 189 |
14040 | but loss of Christs love, is not for the present as bitter as death to him; | but loss of Christ love, is not for the present as bitter as death to him; | cc-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbz xx p-acp dt j c-acp j c-acp n1 p-acp pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2531 | Page 189 |
14041 | because having of it, is not life to him, because something else is his life; this is enmity of heart; | Because having of it, is not life to him, Because something Else is his life; this is enmity of heart; | c-acp vhg pp-f pn31, vbz xx n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pi av vbz po31 n1; d vbz n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2531 | Page 189 |
14042 | and indeed the root is worse (if worse may be) you can finde some pillow to ease you, | and indeed the root is Worse (if Worse may be) you can find Some pillow to ease you, | cc av dt n1 vbz jc (cs av-jc vmb vbi) pn22 vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2531 | Page 189 |
14043 | when you refuse Christs love to help you. 2. By the minde; | when you refuse Christ love to help you. 2. By the mind; | c-crq pn22 vvb npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22. crd p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2531 | Page 189 |
14044 | the soul knows not whether to go, and yet the minde doth not, not will meditate with fixed meditations on the grace of Christ, whereby it might be drawn to Christ; | the soul knows not whither to go, and yet the mind does not, not will meditate with fixed meditations on the grace of christ, whereby it might be drawn to christ; | dt n1 vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi, cc av dt n1 vdz xx, xx vmb vvi p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2532 | Page 189 |
14045 | but pores upon its sinnes, and unbelief, and feares, and objects strongly, and continually against the Lord. | but pores upon its Sins, and unbelief, and fears, and objects strongly, and continually against the Lord. | cc-acp n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc n1, cc n2, cc n2 av-j, cc av-j p-acp dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2532 | Page 189 |
14046 | Isaiah 40. 27, 28. Hast not seen, &c. (Beloved) 'Tis with the minde, | Isaiah 40. 27, 28. Hast not seen, etc. (beloved) It's with the mind, | np1 crd crd, crd vh2 xx vvn, av (vvn) pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2532 | Page 189 |
14047 | as it is with burning glasses, hold them to the Sun, and you gather and unite the beames, that they burn; | as it is with burning glasses, hold them to the Sun, and you gather and unite the beams, that they burn; | c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j-vvg n2, vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc pn22 vvb cc vvi dt n2, cst pns32 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2532 | Page 189 |
14048 | So the soule by musing on Christs Love. Object. Many say, I cannot believe though I see a command for it; | So the soul by musing on Christ Love. Object. Many say, I cannot believe though I see a command for it; | av dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp npg1 n1. n1. d vvb, pns11 vmbx vvi cs pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2532 | Page 189 |
14049 | and God will not help me. | and God will not help me. | cc np1 vmb xx vvi pno11. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2533 | Page 189 |
14050 | Answer. The fault is not here, but in this, You will not use this means in musing on the gracious freeness, riches and need of his love, Psal. 6•. 6, 7. but on the earth. 1. Object. | Answer. The fault is not Here, but in this, You will not use this means in musing on the gracious freeness, riches and need of his love, Psalm 6•. 6, 7. but on the earth. 1. Object. | vvb. dt n1 vbz xx av, cc-acp p-acp d, pn22 vmb xx vvi d n2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1, n2 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 n1. crd, crd p-acp p-acp dt n1. crd n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2534 | Page 190 |
14051 | You will say, I cannot but resist. Answer, Yet I pray give us leave to exhort you to believe; give Peter leave to perswade; | You will say, I cannot but resist. Answer, Yet I pray give us leave to exhort you to believe; give Peter leave to persuade; | pn22 vmb vvi, pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi. vvb, av pns11 vvb vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi; vvb np1 vvb pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2535 | Page 190 |
14052 | Acts 3. 19. Repent and be converted; the Lord requires that only; | Acts 3. 19. repent and be converted; the Lord requires that only; | n2 crd crd vvb cc vbi vvn; dt n1 vvz cst av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2536 | Page 190 |
14053 | it may be the Lord may go away from thy soul, and take his leave of thee for ever; | it may be the Lord may go away from thy soul, and take his leave of thee for ever; | pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vmb vvi av p-acp po21 n1, cc vvi po31 n1 pp-f pno21 p-acp av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2536 | Page 190 |
14054 | and if you did know, you would no• crucifie, nor resist the Lord of glory; if you would consider, you would know. | and if you did know, you would no• crucify, nor resist the Lord of glory; if you would Consider, you would know. | cc cs pn22 vdd vvi, pn22 vmd n1 vvi, ccx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; cs pn22 vmd vvi, pn22 vmd vvi. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2536 | Page 190 |
14055 | 2. Object. I finde my heart much affected and drawn, but then I am afraid of pr•suming; | 2. Object. I find my heart much affected and drawn, but then I am afraid of pr•suming; | crd n1. pns11 vvb po11 n1 av-d vvn cc vvn, cc-acp av pns11 vbm j pp-f vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2537 | Page 190 |
14056 | •ow shall I know when I may close with the Lord? | •ow shall I know when I may close with the Lord? | av vmb pns11 vvi c-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2537 | Page 190 |
14057 | Answ. 1. When the Merchant hath sold all, let him take the Pearl, and enrich himself with it; | Answer 1. When the Merchant hath sold all, let him take the Pearl, and enrich himself with it; | np1 crd c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn d, vvb pno31 vvi dt n1, cc vvi px31 p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2538 | Page 190 |
14058 | the Devil may grudge thee it, but the Lord doth not, will not. 2. When the Lord comes to draw indeed, you cannot but accept; | the devil may grudge thee it, but the Lord does not, will not. 2. When the Lord comes to draw indeed, you cannot but accept; | dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 pn31, cc-acp dt n1 vdz xx, vmb xx. crd c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av, pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2538 | Page 190 |
14059 | your need will be so great, the offer so faire, love so abundant, and like the honey comb dropping into thy heart before thou suckest it; | your need will be so great, the offer so fair, love so abundant, and like the honey comb dropping into thy heart before thou suckest it; | po22 n1 vmb vbi av j, dt n1 av j, vvb av j, cc av-j dt n1 n1 vvg p-acp po21 n1 c-acp pns21 vv2 pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2539 | Page 190 |
14060 | and Christ so dear, that thou canst not tread upon h•m whom God hath smitten for thee. | and christ so dear, that thou Canst not tread upon h•m whom God hath smitten for thee. | cc np1 av j-jn, cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1 ro-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2539 | Page 190 |
14061 | Mary Iob. 20. 15, 16, 17. stands weeping; at last Christ appeares, Woman, why weepest thou? whom seckest thou? she knew him not; hence her heart stirres not; | Marry Job 20. 15, 16, 17. Stands weeping; At last christ appears, Woman, why Weepest thou? whom seckest thou? she knew him not; hence her heart stirs not; | uh zz crd crd, crd, crd vvz vvg; p-acp ord np1 vvz, n1, q-crq vv2 pns21? q-crq vv2 pns21? pns31 vvd pno31 xx; av po31 n1 n2 xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2539 | Page 190 |
14062 | but at last he calls her by her name, and then she knew him, and saw him present; Rabboni, saith she; | but At last he calls her by her name, and then she knew him, and saw him present; Rabboni, Says she; | cc-acp p-acp ord pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc av pns31 vvd pno31, cc vvd pno31 j; np1, vvz pns31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2539 | Page 190 |
14063 | and now had she best apprehend? Yea, she cannot but embrace him; Oh touch me not as yet saith he, &c. Of Exhortation, To labour that the Lord Jesus may apprehend you: | and now had she best apprehend? Yea, she cannot but embrace him; O touch me not as yet Says he, etc. Of Exhortation, To labour that the Lord jesus may apprehend you: | cc av vhd pns31 av-js vvi? uh, pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi pno31; uh vvb pno11 xx c-acp av vvz pns31, av pp-f n1, p-acp n1 cst dt n1 np1 vmb vvi pn22: | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2539 | Page 190 |
14064 | I know it's nothing but his mercy can move him to it, |
I know it's nothing but his mercy can move him to it, even to take away that resistance of your hearts; | pns11 vvb pn31|vbz pix cc-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp pn31, av pc-acp vvi av d n1 pp-f po22 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2540 | Page 190 |
14065 | but yet heare his voice, as well as know his power, and harden not your hearts whiles it is called to day, in use of means for this end, Psal. 61. 7. 1. Consider your need of this. | but yet hear his voice, as well as know his power, and harden not your hearts while it is called to day, in use of means for this end, Psalm 61. 7. 1. Consider your need of this. | cc-acp av vvi po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvb xx po22 n2 cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd crd np1 po22 n1 pp-f d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2540 | Page 190 |
14066 | Isa. 42. 1. Behold my servant whom I uphold; | Isaiah 42. 1. Behold my servant whom I uphold; | np1 crd crd vvb po11 n1 ro-crq pns11 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2541 | Page 190 |
14067 | Did Christ need? Yes, Christ himself must be supported by the power of the Lord; | Did christ need? Yes, christ himself must be supported by the power of the Lord; | vdd np1 vvi? uh, np1 px31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2541 | Page 190 |
14068 | Psal. 40. 11, 12. Let thy mercy and truth continually •reserve me; | Psalm 40. 11, 12. Let thy mercy and truth continually •reserve me; | np1 crd crd, crd vvb po21 n1 cc n1 av-j vvb pno11; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2541 | Page 190 |
14069 | and this was not only when sinnes swallowed him up, but when he had been preserved, Psalme 17. 5, 6. Hold up my goings; You are gone in a moment, | and this was not only when Sins swallowed him up, but when he had been preserved, Psalm 17. 5, 6. Hold up my goings; You Are gone in a moment, | cc d vbds xx j c-crq n2 vvd pno31 a-acp, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vbn vvn, n1 crd crd, crd vvb a-acp po11 n2-vvg; pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2541 | Page 190 |
14070 | if the Lord lets his hold go; | if the Lord lets his hold go; | cs dt n1 vvz po31 n1 vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2541 | Page 190 |
14071 | you are kept in strong holds, in Iron bolts, in invisible, everlasting chaines, in the Dungeon where no water is, | you Are kept in strong holds, in Iron bolts, in invisible, everlasting chains, in the Dungeon where no water is, | pn22 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp n1 n2, p-acp j, j n2, p-acp dt n1 c-crq dx n1 vbz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2541 | Page 190 |
14072 | unless the arme of Christ help. 2. Consider the benefit of it. Acts 2. 24, 25. It was impossible Christ should be held under paines of death, | unless the arm of christ help. 2. Consider the benefit of it. Acts 2. 24, 25. It was impossible christ should be held under pains of death, | cs dt n1 pp-f np1 n1. crd np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31. vvz crd crd, crd pn31 vbds j np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2541 | Page 190 |
14073 | because of his Princely Spirit exalting him; | Because of his Princely Spirit exalting him; | c-acp pp-f po31 j n1 vvg pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2542 | Page 190 |
14074 | so here, Christ is and will be with you, and when once he hath apprehended you, none can pull you out of his hands, no not the Fathers hand that was angry; | so Here, christ is and will be with you, and when once he hath apprehended you, none can pull you out of his hands, no not the Father's hand that was angry; | av av, np1 vbz cc vmb vbi p-acp pn22, cc c-crq a-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn22, pix vmb vvi pn22 av pp-f po31 n2, uh-dx xx dt ng1 n1 cst vbds j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2542 | Page 190 |
14075 | and he will never cast away his ( Ioh. 10. 29.) when they come to him. | and he will never cast away his (John 10. 29.) when they come to him. | cc pns31 vmb av-x vvi av po31 (np1 crd crd) c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2542 | Page 190 |
14076 | 3. Consider how few finde this. | 3. Consider how few find this. | crd np1 c-crq d vvb d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2543 | Page 190 |
14077 | Isa. 53. 1. To whom is the arme of the Lord revealed, and who hath believed our report? both joyned together, the arme is Christ, | Isaiah 53. 1. To whom is the arm of the Lord revealed, and who hath believed our report? both joined together, the arm is christ, | np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd, cc r-crq vhz vvn po12 n1? av-d vvn av, dt n1 vbz np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2543 | Page 190 |
14078 | and the power of Christ by his Spirit in the hearts of his Elect; but for want of this, it is that one lives loosely, and another falls foulely, and never riseth; | and the power of christ by his Spirit in the hearts of his Elect; but for want of this, it is that one lives loosely, and Another falls foully, and never Riseth; | cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d, pn31 vbz cst crd n2 av-j, cc n-jn vvz av-j, cc av-x vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2543 | Page 190 |
14079 | another falls secretly, and is never known, and dyes in a dreame, &c. and that there is such miserable scrambling for promises; | Another falls secretly, and is never known, and dies in a dream, etc. and that there is such miserable scrambling for promises; | j-jn n2 av-jn, cc vbz av-x vvn, cc vvz p-acp dt n1, av cc cst pc-acp vbz d j n-vvg p-acp n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2543 | Page 190 |
14080 | and that men are so worshipping whom they know not. 4. Consider the misery of the want of this. But further, | and that men Are so worshipping whom they know not. 4. Consider the misery of the want of this. But further, | cc d n2 vbr av vvg r-crq pns32 vvb xx. crd np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d. p-acp jc, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2543 | Page 190 |
14081 | Be careful to get satisfaction by blood, |
Be careful to get satisfaction by blood, before Application by the Spirit; if ever you look for the latter, be careful to get the former; God is full of Spirit; | vbb j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; cs av pn22 vvb p-acp dt d, vbb j pc-acp vvi dt j; np1 vbz j pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2546 | Page 190 |
14082 | why sends he it not? sinne is not satisfied for, first get that done therefore. Iohn 6. •3. | why sends he it not? sin is not satisfied for, First get that done Therefore. John 6. •3. | q-crq vvz pns31 pn31 xx? n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp, ord vvb d vdn av. np1 crd n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2546 | Page 191 |
14083 | Except ye eat my flesh, and drink my blood, &c. God could not send the Spirit nor Word but for this to thee; | Except you eat my Flesh, and drink my blood, etc. God could not send the Spirit nor Word but for this to thee; | c-acp pn22 vvb po11 n1, cc vvb po11 n1, av np1 vmd xx vvi dt n1 ccx n1 cc-acp p-acp d p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2546 | Page 191 |
14084 | a man feeles the strength of sinne, and prayes, Lord, subdue it; oh but look to pay thy Ransome. | a man feels the strength of sin, and prays, Lord, subdue it; o but look to pay thy Ransom. | dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz, n1, vvb pn31; uh cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi po21 n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2546 | Page 191 |
14085 | If a man be in chaines for debt, and gets out without satisfaction for the debt or wrong, he will be taken againe; | If a man be in chains for debt, and gets out without satisfaction for the debt or wrong, he will be taken again; | cs dt n1 vbb p-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc vvz av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n-jn, pns31 vmb vbi vvn av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2546 | Page 191 |
14086 | but if it be satisfied for, though he be taken by the Jaylour, and ill-intreated, yet he shall be set free againe; | but if it be satisfied for, though he be taken by the Jailer, and ill-entreated, yet he shall be Set free again; | cc-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp, cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, cc j, av pns31 vmb vbi vvn j av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2546 | Page 191 |
14087 | and therefore do as those, Levit. 3. 3, 4. You are freely to go to Sacrifice; | and Therefore do as those, Levit. 3. 3, 4. You Are freely to go to Sacrifice; | cc av vdb c-acp d, np1 crd crd, crd pn22 vbr av-j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2546 | Page 191 |
14088 | and it's said, it shall be accepted to make Atonement. If the Lord with-hold his Spirit, |
and it's said, it shall be accepted to make Atonement. If the Lord withhold his Spirit, mourn for the want of it; | cc pn31|vbz vvn, pn31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1. cs dt n1 vvi po31 n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2546 | Page 191 |
14089 | as Psal. 41. 3. My tears are my meat. If the Lord gives any thing, be thankful for any little; | as Psalm 41. 3. My tears Are my meat. If the Lord gives any thing, be thankful for any little; | c-acp np1 crd crd po11 n2 vbr po11 n1. cs dt n1 vvz d n1, vbb j p-acp d j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2547 | Page 191 |
14090 | see it, and make much of it, for it is from christ, the least Thought or knowledge of thy misery; | vvb pn31, cc vvi d pp-f pn31, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp np1, dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f po21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2548 | Page 191 | |
14091 | Iohn 14. 17. The world cannot receive it, because it knows him not; i. e. so as to prize it, love it, bless, and wonder at the Lord for it. | John 14. 17. The world cannot receive it, Because it knows him not; i. e. so as to prize it, love it, bless, and wonder At the Lord for it. | np1 crd crd dt n1 vmbx vvi pn31, c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 xx; uh. sy. av c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, vvb pn31, vvb, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2548 | Page 191 |
14092 | Thy Spirit is go•d, Lord let it lead me, saith David. Quest. What if I finde not these things in my soul? Answ. Mourn then. | Thy Spirit is go•d, Lord let it led me, Says David. Quest. What if I find not these things in my soul? Answer Mourn then. | po21 n1 vbz vvn, n1 vvb pn31 vvi pno11, vvz np1. n1. q-crq cs pns11 vvb xx d n2 p-acp po11 n1? np1 vvb av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2548 | Page 191 |
14093 | Object. What if I cannot? Answ. Then muse on thy misery. Object. But I cannot? | Object. What if I cannot? Answer Then muse on thy misery. Object. But I cannot? | n1. q-crq cs pns11 vmbx? np1 av vvi p-acp po21 n1. n1. cc-acp pns11 vmbx? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2551 | Page 191 |
14094 | Answ. Then hear what the Lord will speak. Quest. What if he helps not? | Answer Then hear what the Lord will speak. Quest. What if he helps not? | np1 av vvi r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi. n1. q-crq cs pns31 vvz xx? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2554 | Page 191 |
14095 | Answ. Thou art unworthy, thou art his clay, he may and will do what he will. | Answer Thou art unworthy, thou art his clay, he may and will do what he will. | np1 pns21 vb2r j, pns21 vb2r po31 n1, pns31 vmb cc vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vmb. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2556 | Page 191 |
14096 | Of thankfulness to the Saints who are apprehended of the Lord Iesus; you know him, |
Of thankfulness to the Saints who Are apprehended of the Lord Iesus; you know him, and he knows you; | pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 np1; pn22 vvb pno31, cc pns31 vvz pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2557 | Page 191 |
14097 | you come to him, and he takes you; you give up your selves to him, and he gives himself to you; | you come to him, and he Takes you; you give up your selves to him, and he gives himself to you; | pn22 vvb p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz pn22; pn22 vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2557 | Page 191 |
14098 | you make him your God and Head, and he makes you his people and Members, &c. Oh be thankful for this; | you make him your God and Head, and he makes you his people and Members, etc. O be thankful for this; | pn22 vvb pno31 po22 n1 cc n1, cc pns31 vvz pn22 po31 n1 cc n2, av uh vbb j p-acp d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2557 | Page 191 |
14099 | 'tis a choice and peculiar mercy, denied to many, and given unto you. Psalme 73. 23, 24, 25, 26. Thou art continually with me when falling from thee; | it's a choice and peculiar mercy, denied to many, and given unto you. Psalm 73. 23, 24, 25, 26. Thou art continually with me when falling from thee; | pn31|vbz dt n1 cc j n1, vvn p-acp d, cc vvn p-acp pn22. n1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd pns21 vb2r av-j p-acp pno11 c-crq vvg p-acp pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2558 | Page 191 |
14100 | What is the use that David makes? Thou wilt guide; and hence, Whom have I in heaven but thee? I might be broken, | What is the use that David makes? Thou wilt guide; and hence, Whom have I in heaven but thee? I might be broken, | r-crq vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvz? pns21 vm2 vvi; cc av, r-crq vhb pns11 p-acp n1 p-acp pno21? pns11 vmd vbi vvn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2558 | Page 191 |
14101 | and like water spilt on the ground every moment, but thou keepest me. Object. But I finde the Lord methinks sometime utterly gone from me; | and like water spilled on the ground every moment, but thou Keepest me. Object. But I find the Lord methinks sometime utterly gone from me; | cc j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 d n1, cc-acp pns21 vv2 pno11. n1. cc-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz av av-j vvn p-acp pno11; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2558 | Page 191 |
14102 | and I fear he will faile. Answ. True; and hence Ieremiah asks, Ier. 15. 18. Wilt thou be unto me as a lyar, | and I Fear he will fail. Answer True; and hence Jeremiah asks, Jeremiah 15. 18. Wilt thou be unto me as a liar, | cc pns11 vvb pns31 vmb vvi. np1 j; cc av np1 vvz, np1 crd crd vm2 pns21 vbi p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2559 | Page 191 |
14103 | and as waters that faile? shall thy truth and mercy be spent? No, once apprehended, he will not lose thee. | and as waters that fail? shall thy truth and mercy be spent? No, once apprehended, he will not loose thee. | cc c-acp n2 cst vvb? vmb po21 n1 cc n1 vbb vvn? uh-dx, a-acp vvd, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno21. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2560 | Page 191 |
14104 | Quest. How shall I know that? Answer. Something I have spoken, and three things more I shall add now. First. | Quest. How shall I know that? Answer. Something I have spoken, and three things more I shall add now. First. | n1. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? n1. np1 pns11 vhb vvn, cc crd n2 av-dc pns11 vmb vvi av. ord. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2561 | Page 191 |
14105 | You may know it by time present; There are two things which seldome fail in deepest disertxsions. | You may know it by time present; There Are two things which seldom fail in Deepest disertxsions. | pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1 j; pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq av vvb p-acp js-jn n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2563 | Page 191 |
14106 | 1. The soul forsakes not the Lord by unutterable groanes, when the Lord seems to forsake it, Psal. 22. 2, 3. and it presseth hard after the Lord, Psalme 63. 8. and doth not as the Philistines, 2 Sam. 5. 21. forsake their gods, when they forsake them. | 1. The soul forsakes not the Lord by unutterable groans, when the Lord seems to forsake it, Psalm 22. 2, 3. and it Presseth hard After the Lord, Psalm 63. 8. and does not as the philistines, 2 Sam. 5. 21. forsake their God's, when they forsake them. | crd dt n1 vvz xx dt n1 p-acp j n2, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 crd crd, crd cc pn31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, n1 crd crd cc vdz xx p-acp dt njp2, crd np1 crd crd vvi po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vvb pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2564 | Page 191 |
14107 | 2. If this failes, it grows poor in spirit, and vile, and loaths it self, | 2. If this fails, it grows poor in Spirit, and vile, and Loathes it self, | crd cs d n2, pn31 vvz j p-acp n1, cc j, cc vvz pn31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2565 | Page 191 |
14108 | as worthy the Lord should never regard it, Isaiah 57. 15. and so 〈 ◊ 〉 grace most, | as worthy the Lord should never regard it, Isaiah 57. 15. and so 〈 ◊ 〉 grace most, | c-acp j dt n1 vmd av-x vvi pn31, np1 crd crd cc av 〈 sy 〉 n1 av-ds, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2565 | Page 192 |
14110 | Secondly, If neither of these will serve, yet you may remember dayes of old; | Secondly, If neither of these will serve, yet you may Remember days of old; | ord, cs dx pp-f d vmb vvi, av pn22 vmb vvi n2 pp-f j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2566 | Page 192 |
14111 | as David, Psal. 77. 10. Psal. 71. 6, 9, 11. Some said, God had forsaken him, but yet now he remembers Ancient mercies. | as David, Psalm 77. 10. Psalm 71. 6, 9, 11. some said, God had forsaken him, but yet now he remembers Ancient Mercies. | c-acp np1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd d vvd, np1 vhd vvn pno31, p-acp av av pns31 vvz j n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2566 | Page 192 |
14112 | Thirdly, Then stay awhile longer in waiting for the Lord; what the Lord doth now, you know not, but you shall know afterward; | Thirdly, Then stay awhile longer in waiting for the Lord; what the Lord does now, you know not, but you shall know afterwards; | ord, av vvb av av-jc p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; r-crq dt n1 vdz av, pn22 vvb xx, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2567 | Page 192 |
14113 | Isa. 64. 4. that which eye ha•h not seen, hath God prepared. | Isaiah 64. 4. that which eye ha•h not seen, hath God prepared. | np1 crd crd cst r-crq n1 vhz xx vvn, vhz np1 vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2567 | Page 192 |
14114 | 1. You that are young men, hath the Lord pluck't you out of your S•d•n• sin, | 1. You that Are young men, hath the Lord plucked you out of your S•d•n• since, | crd pn22 cst vbr j n2, vhz dt n1 vvn pn22 av pp-f po22 np1 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2568 | Page 192 |
14115 | when you lingred in it, when you resisted the Lord in the heat of your youth? &c. 2. You old men; | when you lingered in it, when you resisted the Lord in the heat of your youth? etc. 2. You old men; | c-crq pn22 vvn p-acp pn31, c-crq pn22 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1? av crd pn22 j n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2568 | Page 192 |
14116 | how many temptations, corruptions, back-slidings, pollutions? beating out (as it were) the breath of the Spirit? yet from the belly to gray haires the Lord hath carried thee, kept thee; | how many temptations, corruptions, backslidings, pollutions? beating out (as it were) the breath of the Spirit? yet from the belly to grey hairs the Lord hath carried thee, kept thee; | c-crq d n2, n2, j, n2? vvg av (c-acp pn31 vbdr) dt n1 pp-f dt n1? av p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2 dt n1 vhz vvn pno21, vvd pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2569 | Page 192 |
14117 | Oh thy foot had faln, if the Lord had not kept! | O thy foot had fallen, if the Lord had not kept! | uh po21 n1 vhd vvn, cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2569 | Page 192 |
14118 | 3. You that have been once sinful, vile creatures, yet hath the Lord loved you for all this! | 3. You that have been once sinful, vile creatures, yet hath the Lord loved you for all this! | crd pn22 cst vhb vbn a-acp j, j n2, av vhz dt n1 vvd pn22 p-acp d d! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2570 | Page 192 |
14119 | what if the Lord take away comforts from you, and afflict? yet hath he not taken living-kindness, not mercy from you, | what if the Lord take away comforts from you, and afflict? yet hath he not taken living-kindness, not mercy from you, | q-crq cs dt n1 vvb av n2 p-acp pn22, cc vvi? av vhz pns31 xx vvn n1, xx n1 p-acp pn22, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2570 | Page 192 |
14120 | but done good to you by your sorrows, when others go by Droves before his Door, | but done good to you by your sorrows, when Others go by Droves before his Door, | cc-acp vdn j p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n2, c-crq n2-jn vvb p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2570 | Page 192 |
14121 | and takes none, &c. O what cause have you to magnifie mercy! | and Takes none, etc. O what cause have you to magnify mercy! | cc vvz pix, av sy q-crq n1 vhb pn22 pc-acp vvi n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2570 | Page 192 |
14122 | That the Lord Iesus at his coming to death or judgement, |
That the Lord Iesus At his coming to death or judgement, will make a perfect separation between the wise and foolish Virgins. | cst dt n1 np1 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j cc j n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2571 | Page 192 |
14123 | For the Virgins were all one together till Christ comes; and now the one sort is received to Christ, the other separated from Christ; | For the Virgins were all one together till christ comes; and now the one sort is received to christ, the other separated from christ; | p-acp dt n2 vbdr d crd av p-acp np1 vvz; cc av dt crd n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, dt n-jn vvn p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2572 | Page 192 |
14124 | nay, not so much as known of Christ. | nay, not so much as known of christ. | uh-x, xx av av-d c-acp vvn pp-f np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2572 | Page 192 |
14125 | There are not, have not been any Churches in this life, but there will be wise and foolish, Tares and Wheat grow up together; | There Are not, have not been any Churches in this life, but there will be wise and foolish, Tares and Wheat grow up together; | pc-acp vbr xx, vhb xx vbn d n2 p-acp d n1, cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi j cc j, n2 cc n1 vvb a-acp av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2572 | Page 192 |
14126 | not Virgins and Harlots, not openly prophane (it may be) or wicked and godly; | not Virgins and Harlots, not openly profane (it may be) or wicked and godly; | xx n2 cc n2, xx av-j j (pn31 vmb vbi) cc j cc j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2572 | Page 192 |
14127 | No, but when all are Virgins in outward Profession, and Conversation, yet then some will be wise, | No, but when all Are Virgins in outward Profession, and Conversation, yet then Some will be wise, | uh-dx, cc-acp c-crq d vbr n2 p-acp j n1, cc n1, av av d vmb vbi j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2572 | Page 192 |
14128 | and some foolish in the sight of Christ, (though not in the sight of man) and between these the Lord Jesus will make a separation at his coming. | and Some foolish in the sighed of christ, (though not in the sighed of man) and between these the Lord jesus will make a separation At his coming. | cc d j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) cc p-acp d dt n1 np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2572 | Page 192 |
14129 | Matth. 25. 31. He shall set Sheep and Goats at his right and left hand. Mat. 3. 12. He shall thorowly purge his floore, and separate chaffe and wheat. | Matthew 25. 31. He shall Set Sheep and Goats At his right and left hand. Mathew 3. 12. He shall thoroughly purge his floor, and separate chaff and wheat. | np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi n1 cc n2 p-acp po31 j-jn cc j n1. np1 crd crd pns31 vmb av-j vvi po31 n1, cc vvi n1 cc n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2572 | Page 192 |
14130 | 2. Thes 1. 9. punished with eternal destruction from the presence of the Lord. | 2. These 1. 9. punished with Eternal destruction from the presence of the Lord. | crd d crd crd vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2572 | Page 192 |
14131 | The Son of the bond-woman, must not be Heir together with the Son of the free-woman, and therefore cast him out; they must part companies. | The Son of the bondwoman, must not be Heir together with the Son of the freewoman, and Therefore cast him out; they must part companies. | dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb xx vbi n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvd pno31 av; pns32 vmb vvi n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2572 | Page 192 |
14132 | Quest. 1. Whether shall they be separated? Answ. 1. At particular judgement; | Quest. 1. Whither shall they be separated? Answer 1. At particular judgement; | n1. crd cs vmb pns32 vbi vvn? np1 crd p-acp j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2573 | Page 192 |
14133 | what became of the soul of Lazarus ? It was carried by the Angels to Abrahams bosome; | what became of the soul of Lazarus? It was carried by the Angels to Abrahams bosom; | r-crq vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp npg1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2574 | Page 192 |
14134 | i. e. to the Third Heavens where Abraham was, and to fellowship with him, dearly loved of him; | i. e. to the Third Heavens where Abraham was, and to fellowship with him, dearly loved of him; | sy. sy. p-acp dt ord ng1 c-crq np1 vbds, cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, av-jn vvn pp-f pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2574 | Page 192 |
14135 | What then becomes of the souls of others? they being sentenced by God, are dragg'd down to hell by evil Angels, and are reserved; | What then becomes of the Souls of Others? they being sentenced by God, Are dragged down to hell by evil Angels, and Are reserved; | q-crq av vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2-jn? pns32 vbg vvn p-acp np1, vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cc vbr vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2574 | Page 192 |
14136 | Where? they are reserved in the Elements. 2. At general judgement; the Elect shall be called to come and inherit their Kingdome; | Where? they Are reserved in the Elements. 2. At general judgement; the Elect shall be called to come and inherit their Kingdom; | q-crq? pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2. crd p-acp j n1; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2574 | Page 192 |
14137 | and hence others shall be cast with the Devil and his Angels, to eternal fire, which is there where the Third Heaven is not; | and hence Others shall be cast with the devil and his Angels, to Eternal fire, which is there where the Third Heaven is not; | cc av ng2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2, p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz a-acp c-crq dt ord n1 vbz xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2575 | Page 192 |
14138 | and here shall they be parted, and never joyned together more, which is fearful. Quest. 2. Why will there be such a separation? | and Here shall they be parted, and never joined together more, which is fearful. Quest. 2. Why will there be such a separation? | cc av vmb pns32 vbi vvn, cc av-x vvn av av-dc, r-crq vbz j. n1. crd q-crq vmb pc-acp vbi d dt n1? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2575 | Page 192 |
14139 | Answ. 1. Reason. Because at Christs coming they shall be immediately judged, and examined by Christ; | Answer 1. Reason. Because At Christ coming they shall be immediately judged, and examined by christ; | np1 crd n1. c-acp p-acp npg1 n-vvg pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cc vvn p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 192 |
14140 | he shall then make strict and immediate 〈 ◊ 〉 of them; | he shall then make strict and immediate 〈 ◊ 〉 of them; | pns31 vmb av vvi j cc j 〈 sy 〉 pp-f pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 192 |
14141 | Why do these foolish Virgins creep in now? is not Christ present with his people, ruling and judging among his people? Yes, | Why do these foolish Virgins creep in now? is not christ present with his people, ruling and judging among his people? Yes, | q-crq vdb d j n2 vvb p-acp av? vbz xx np1 j p-acp po31 n1, vvg cc vvg p-acp po31 n1? uh, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14142 | but ▪ Christ •udgeth now mediately by meanes of his servants; | but ▪ christ •udgeth now mediately by means of his Servants; | cc-acp ▪ np1 vvz av av-j p-acp n2 pp-f po31 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14143 | and hence he not giving, and they not having perfect knowledge of the secrets of men; | and hence he not giving, and they not having perfect knowledge of the secrets of men; | cc av pns31 xx vvg, cc pns32 xx vhg j n1 pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14144 | hear•s, no• having perf•ct hatred of the evil and hypo•risie of mens hearts; | hear•s, no• having perf•ct hatred of the evil and hypo•risie of men's hearts; | uh, n1 vhg j n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f ng2 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14145 | hence they are no• separated now, not cannot be (•hough the •ervants of God should be very watchful) so long as they cannot see nor convince men of all their Hypocrisie; | hence they Are no• separated now, not cannot be (•hough the •ervants of God should be very watchful) so long as they cannot see nor convince men of all their Hypocrisy; | av pns32 vbr n1 vvn av, xx vmbx vbi (n1 dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vbi av j) av av-j c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi ccx vvi n2 pp-f d po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14146 | some •ight and life he gives them to see beyond the• own natural abilities, but it is not perfected; | Some •ight and life he gives them to see beyond the• own natural abilities, but it is not perfected; | d n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 d j n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14147 | and hence his work is (as the instruments are) imperfect; | and hence his work is (as the Instruments Are) imperfect; | cc av po31 n1 vbz (c-acp dt n2 vbr) j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14148 | but now when Christ himself comes immediately to judge, and they fall into his hands, he can perfectly see all their secret evils; | but now when christ himself comes immediately to judge, and they fallen into his hands, he can perfectly see all their secret evils; | cc-acp av c-crq np1 px31 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi, cc pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vmb av-j vvi d po32 j-jn n2-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14149 | he hath his eyes like a flaming 〈 ◊ 〉, and themselves shall know, and all Churches shall know; | he hath his eyes like a flaming 〈 ◊ 〉, and themselves shall know, and all Churches shall know; | pns31 vhz po31 n2 av-j dt j-vvg 〈 sy 〉, cc px32 vmb vvi, cc d n2 vmb vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14150 | nay, all the world shall know that he is • Go• searching the hear•s and reines, 1 Sam. 16. 7. and he perfectly hates Hypocrisie; | nay, all the world shall know that he is • Go• searching the hear•s and reins, 1 Sam. 16. 7. and he perfectly hates Hypocrisy; | uh-x, d dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz • np1 vvg dt n2 cc n2, vvn np1 crd crd cc pns31 av-j vvz n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14151 | he regards not any mans person, or parts; | he regards not any men person, or parts; | pns31 vvz xx d ng1 n1, cc n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14152 | or profession, or kindnesses, or relations, (which move us many times to accept whom •he refuseth against some •ight): | or profession, or Kindnesses, or relations, (which move us many times to accept whom •he Refuseth against Some •ight): | cc n1, cc n2, cc n2, (r-crq vvb pno12 d n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 vvz p-acp d n1): | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14153 | but as •tis, If. 〈 ◊ 〉 8 ▪ He ha•es robbery in 〈 ◊ 〉 offe•ings, and loves judgement; | but as •tis, If. 〈 ◊ 〉 8 ▪ He ha•es robbery in 〈 ◊ 〉 offe•ings, and loves judgement; | cc-acp c-acp av, np1 〈 sy 〉 crd ▪ pns31 vvz n1 p-acp 〈 sy 〉 n2-vdg, cc vvz n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14154 | and hence, the more present Christ is with his people, the more able are they to discerne, | and hence, the more present christ is with his people, the more able Are they to discern, | cc av, dt av-dc j np1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, dt av-dc j vbr pns32 pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14155 | as Pet•r, the secrets of Ana•ias in the Primitive times, or the Lord discernes for them, | as Pet•r, the secrets of Ana•ias in the Primitive times, or the Lord discerns for them, | c-acp vvb, dt n2-jn pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n2, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14156 | and by some inexpected way or other little thought of to themselves, discovers them by their own mouths, or base actions; | and by Some inexpected Way or other little Thought of to themselves, discovers them by their own mouths, or base actions; | cc p-acp d j n1 cc j-jn j n1 pp-f p-acp px32, vvz pno32 p-acp po32 d n2, cc j n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14157 | by their fruits you shall know them; | by their fruits you shall know them; | p-acp po32 n2 pn22 vmb vvi pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14158 | Matthew 22. 12. when the King came, he was speechless, whom the Guests could not d•scerne; | Matthew 22. 12. when the King Come, he was speechless, whom the Guests could not d•scerne; | np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvd, pns31 vbds j, r-crq dt n2 vmd xx vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14159 | So here, men have many things to say• for themselves, who when they come before Christ, will be s••uck dumb. | So Here, men have many things to say• for themselves, who when they come before christ, will be s••uck dumb. | av av, n2 vhb d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp px32, r-crq c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp np1, vmb vbi vvn j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14160 | A wise Prince when he judgeth by inferiour Officers, they may discern of some cases; | A wise Prince when he Judgeth by inferior Officers, they may discern of Some cases; | dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vmb vvi pp-f d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14161 | but if a King (as Solomon ) was present, secrets which they see not, would be found out; so •ere. | but if a King (as Solomon) was present, secrets which they see not, would be found out; so •ere. | cc-acp cs dt n1 (c-acp np1) vbds j, n2-jn r-crq pns32 vvb xx, vmd vbi vvn av; av av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2577 | Page 193 |
14162 | Reas. 2. Because this is part of the Curse upon Hypoc••tes, To be ca•• out of the fellowship of the Elect; | Reas. 2. Because this is part of the Curse upon Hypoc••tes, To be ca•• out of the fellowship of the Elect; | np1 crd p-acp d vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vbi n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2578 | Page 193 |
14163 | secret sinnes do not only separa•e •• from Christ, but from all out fellowship with the Saints, which next to se paration from Christ, is the greatest evil in the world; | secret Sins do not only separa•e •• from christ, but from all out fellowship with the Saints, which next to see paration from christ, is the greatest evil in the world; | j-jn n2 vdb xx av-j vbi •• p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp d av n1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq ord pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, vbz dt js n-jn p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2578 | Page 193 |
14164 | It comforts the hearts of Hypocrites, they are loved of good people, and liked of good people; | It comforts the hearts of Hypocrites, they Are loved of good people, and liked of good people; | pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vbr vvn pp-f j n1, cc vvd pp-f j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2578 | Page 193 |
14165 | and though pr•vy to a world of filth, which a gracious heart is ashamed of, | and though pr•vy to a world of filth, which a gracious heart is ashamed of, | cc cs j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt j n1 vbz j pp-f, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2578 | Page 193 |
14166 | and loaths himself for, and thinks himself not worthy of a look of love from any of the least; | and Loathes himself for, and thinks himself not worthy of a look of love from any of the least; | cc vvz px31 p-acp, cc vvz px31 xx j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d pp-f dt av-ds; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2578 | Page 193 |
14167 | yet Hypocrites quiet themselves, if they can cover it from the eyes of Gods people, Matth. 24. 40. but now they shall no longer rejoyce under the shadow of these Vines; | yet Hypocrites quiet themselves, if they can cover it from the eyes of God's people, Matthew 24. 40. but now they shall no longer rejoice under the shadow of these Vines; | av n2 vvb px32, cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp av pns32 vmb av-dx av-jc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2578 | Page 193 |
14168 | No, the Lord will separate them to evil, D•ut. 29. 21. which is partly begun now, and perfected afterward; | No, the Lord will separate them to evil, D•ut. 29. 21. which is partly begun now, and perfected afterwards; | uh-dx, dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n-jn, av. crd crd r-crq vbz av vvn av, cc vvn av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2578 | Page 193 |
14169 | Mat. 8. 11, 12. they shall see Abraham and Isaac in Gods Kingdome, and mourn when themselves are cast out. | Mathew 8. 11, 12. they shall see Abraham and Isaac in God's Kingdom, and mourn when themselves Are cast out. | np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vmb vvi np1 cc np1 p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvb c-crq px32 vbr vvn av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2578 | Page 193 |
14170 | Reas. 3. For the joy and comfort of the Saints; for it's a wonderful joy to the heart to enjoy fellowship of Saints aloue; | Reas. 3. For the joy and Comfort of the Saints; for it's a wondered joy to the heart to enjoy fellowship of Saints aloue; | np1 crd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; p-acp pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2 av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2579 | Page 193 |
14171 | when in a Sacrament we see prophane people approach to it, it troubles us, grieves us; | when in a Sacrament we see profane people approach to it, it Troubles us, grieves us; | c-crq p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb j n1 vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vvz pno12, vvz pno12; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2579 | Page 193 |
14172 | when we come to a place where we may be perswaded of the uprightness of all, it's very sweet; | when we come to a place where we may be persuaded of the uprightness of all, it's very sweet; | c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f d, pn31|vbz av j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2579 | Page 193 |
14173 | but now there is some feare, and hence less joy; | but now there is Some Fear, and hence less joy; | cc-acp av pc-acp vbz d n1, cc av dc n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2579 | Page 193 |
14174 | but when we shall see the Saints together, and say, These are they who are eternally beloved of Christ, deare to him, | but when we shall see the Saints together, and say, These Are they who Are eternally Beloved of christ, deer to him, | cc-acp c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 av, cc vvi, d vbr pns32 r-crq vbr av-j vvn pp-f np1, j-jn p-acp pno31, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2579 | Page 193 |
14175 | and to be with them, and be asone, this is very sweet; those that love together only, rejoyce to be alone together; | and to be with them, and be asone, this is very sweet; those that love together only, rejoice to be alone together; | cc pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, cc vbi n1, d vbz av j; d cst vvb av av-j, vvb pc-acp vbi j av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2579 | Page 193 |
14176 | so Saints, so Christ himself, 1 Thes. 4. ult. Rev. 22. 14. Blessed are they that keep his commands, | so Saints, so christ himself, 1 Thebes 4. ult. Rev. 22. 14. Blessed Are they that keep his commands, | av n2, av np1 px31, crd np1 crd n1. n1 crd crd vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb po31 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2579 | Page 193 |
14177 | and may go to the City; for without are dogs, and those who make lyes, &c. Reason 4. In regard of the Glory of Chr•st, and Honour of Christ. | and may go to the city; for without Are Dogs, and those who make lies, etc. Reason 4. In regard of the Glory of Chr•st, and Honour of christ. | cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; c-acp a-acp vbr n2, cc d r-crq vvb n2, av n1 crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2579 | Page 193 |
14178 | First, Hereby Christs infinite wisdome searching the secrets of all hearts, shall be seen, and that before all the World. 1 Cor. 14. 25. 'tis said when the secrets of mens hearts are discovered, they shall fall down and say, Verily God is in you. Rev. 2. 23 ▪ All Churches shall know, &c. Why? are Churches so ignorant of that? Yes, they believe it in the general; | First, Hereby Christ infinite Wisdom searching the secrets of all hearts, shall be seen, and that before all the World. 1 Cor. 14. 25. it's said when the secrets of men's hearts Are discovered, they shall fallen down and say, Verily God is in you. Rev. 2. 23 ▪ All Churches shall know, etc. Why? Are Churches so ignorant of that? Yes, they believe it in the general; | ord, av npg1 j n1 vvg dt n2-jn pp-f d n2, vmb vbi vvn, cc cst p-acp d dt n1. crd np1 crd crd pn31|vbz vvn c-crq dt n2-jn pp-f ng2 n2 vbr vvn, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi, av-j np1 vbz p-acp pn22. n1 crd crd ▪ av-d n2 vmb vvi, av q-crq? vbr n2 av j pp-f d? uh, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2581 | Page 194 |
14179 | but they shall see it in the example, as well as in the rule, more fully afterward. | but they shall see it in the Exampl, as well as in the Rule, more Fully afterwards. | cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1, av-dc av-j av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2581 | Page 194 |
14180 | We think he searcheth all hearts, but are there no hypocrites to be found in such and such Churches? Yes, he shews some even in such; | We think he Searches all hearts, but Are there no Hypocrites to be found in such and such Churches? Yes, he shows Some even in such; | pns12 vvb pns31 vvz d n2, cc-acp vbr a-acp dx n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d cc d n2? uh, pns31 vvz d av p-acp d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2581 | Page 194 |
14181 | and the more secre• and subtle any thing hath been; the more openly will the Lord Reveale it, because this makes the more for Him. | and the more secre• and subtle any thing hath been; the more openly will the Lord Reveal it, Because this makes the more for Him. | cc dt av-dc n1 cc j d n1 vhz vbn; dt av-dc av-j vmb dt n1 vvb pn31, c-acp d vvz dt av-dc p-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2581 | Page 194 |
14182 | 2. Hereby Christ shews his exceeding great love to his people, in parting them and others; | 2. Hereby christ shows his exceeding great love to his people, in parting them and Others; | crd av np1 vvz po31 j-vvg j n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg pno32 cc ng2-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2582 | Page 194 |
14183 | Iohn 17. 23. I in them, that the world may know, &c. Gen. 6. 8. No•h found favou•; Wherein was that shewn? Verse 7. I'le destroy man and •east; but Noab found favour; | John 17. 23. I in them, that the world may know, etc. Gen. 6. 8. No•h found favou•; Wherein was that shown? Verse 7. I'll destroy man and •east; but Noab found favour; | np1 crd crd pns11 p-acp pno32, cst dt n1 vmb vvi, av np1 crd crd vhz vvn n1; c-crq vbds d vvn? n1 crd pns11|vmb vvi n1 cc n1; p-acp np1 vvd n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2582 | Page 194 |
14184 | and ver. 13. Make a• Ark, &c. | and for. 13. Make a• Ark, etc. | cc p-acp. crd vvb n1 np1, av | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2582 | Page 194 |
14185 | 3. Hereby he sheweth his acceptance of the uprightness of the hearts and wayes of his servants, which it may be are poor and mean in their own eyes, | 3. Hereby he shows his acceptance of the uprightness of the hearts and ways of his Servants, which it may be Are poor and mean in their own eyes, | crd av pns31 vvz po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2, r-crq pn31 vmb vbi vbr j cc j p-acp po32 d n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2583 | Page 194 |
14186 | but precious in the sight of the Lord, above all the pompous furniture and pithless profession of Hypocrites, Ma•. 3. 16, 18. hence Mat. 25. Come take the Kingdome for you, &c. What is glorious in the worlds, is vile in the Lords eyes. | but precious in the sighed of the Lord, above all the pompous furniture and pithless profession of Hypocrites, Ma•. 3. 16, 18. hence Mathew 25. Come take the Kingdom for you, etc. What is glorious in the world's, is vile in the lords eyes. | cc-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f n2, np1. crd crd, crd av np1 crd np1 vvb dt n1 p-acp pn22, av q-crq vbz j p-acp dt n2, vbz j p-acp dt n2 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2583 | Page 194 |
14187 | Let none be then offended at the Apostacy of men (eminent in profession) from the wayes of God, in the purest and most reformed Churches; | Let none be then offended At the Apostasy of men (eminent in profession) from the ways of God, in the Purest and most reformed Churches; | vvd pi vbb av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 (j p-acp n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt js cc av-ds vvn n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14188 | What Are these people (say Some Scorner's) better than Others? Some of these make a greater show than Others, and yet they fallen; | q-crq vbr d n1 (vvb d n2) av-jc cs n2-jn? d pp-f d vvb dt jc n1 cs n2-jn, cc av pns32 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 | |
14189 | What are these Churches better than others, where there is no such examination, no• trial? a•d these be your Church-members, | What Are these Churches better than Others, where there is no such examination, no• trial? a•d these be your Church-members, | q-crq vbr d n2 av-jc cs n2-jn, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx d n1, n1 n1? vvb d vbi po22 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14190 | and your holy people, and your Coven•nt•r•, and thus men stumble. | and your holy people, and your Coven•nt•r•, and thus men Stumble. | cc po22 j n1, cc po22 np1, cc av n2 vvb. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14191 | Oh consider, in the purest Churches there be many foolish whom Christ will separate one from another; | O Consider, in the Purest Churches there be many foolish whom christ will separate one from Another; | uh vvb, p-acp dt js n2 pc-acp vbi d j r-crq np1 vmb vvi pi p-acp n-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14192 | and therefore if Christ d••h give a 〈 ◊ 〉 of this before hand, and those that are vile before him, he makes them vile before others, that all Israel may see and feare, do not wonder at it. | and Therefore if christ d••h give a 〈 ◊ 〉 of this before hand, and those that Are vile before him, he makes them vile before Others, that all Israel may see and Fear, do not wonder At it. | cc av cs np1 vdz vvi dt 〈 sy 〉 pp-f d c-acp n1, cc d cst vbr j p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pno32 j p-acp n2-jn, cst d np1 vmb vvi cc n1, vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14193 | Isa. 32. 5, 6. The Churle shall be no more called lib•r••, f•• he will speak; and think, and work so. | Isaiah 32. 5, 6. The Churl shall be no more called lib•r••, f•• he will speak; and think, and work so. | np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vmb vbi dx av-dc vvn n1, n1 pns31 vmb vvi; cc vvb, cc vvi av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14194 | Luke 12. 2. Nothing secre•, but it shall be ••re•led (many secret evils are hid) but it shall be but in part here. | Luke 12. 2. Nothing secre•, but it shall be ••re•led (many secret evils Are hid) but it shall be but in part Here. | zz crd crd np1 n1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn (d n-jn n2-jn vbr vvn) cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi cc-acp p-acp n1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14195 | Christ saw his Disciples apt to be offended at the fall of Iudas. Did not he know him? then he was not the Son of God; | christ saw his Disciples apt to be offended At the fallen of Iudas. Did not he know him? then he was not the Son of God; | np1 vvd po31 n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. vdd xx pns31 vvi pno31? cs pns31 vbds xx dt n1 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14196 | or if he did, why did he suffer him? Saith he, Iohn 13. 18. He that eats bread, shall lif• up his heel against me, that the Scripture may be fulfilled; | or if he did, why did he suffer him? Says he, John 13. 18. He that eats bred, shall lif• up his heel against me, that the Scripture may be fulfilled; | cc cs pns31 vdd, q-crq vdd pns31 vvi pno31? vvz pns31, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz n1, vmb n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno11, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14197 | and 'tis the portion of the Churches and people of God, to be troubled with such as these, that the Scriptures may be fulfilled; therefore be not offended; | and it's the portion of the Churches and people of God, to be troubled with such as these, that the Scriptures may be fulfilled; Therefore be not offended; | cc pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp d, cst dt n2 vmb vbi vvn; av vbb xx vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14198 | it ever hath b•en so in the Primitive times, as well as in Christs Family; Paul fore•ells of Wolves devouring the Flock, arising out of themselves; | it ever hath b•en so in the Primitive times, as well as in Christ Family; Paul fore•ells of Wolves devouring the Flock, arising out of themselves; | pn31 av vhz vbn av p-acp dt j n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp npg1 n1; np1 n2 pp-f n2 vvg dt vvb, vvg av pp-f px32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14199 | and 2 Pet. 2. 1, 2. as there were, so there shall be false Prophers; and Paul (though discerning) reckons his danger in regard of false Brethren; | and 2 Pet. 2. 1, 2. as there were, so there shall be false Prophers; and Paul (though discerning) reckons his danger in regard of false Brothers; | cc crd np1 crd crd, crd p-acp a-acp vbdr, av pc-acp vmb vbi j n2; cc np1 (cs vvg) vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14200 | and it is a heavy judgement of God, that that which should make a man adore the depth of Christs Wisdome, Holiness, Presence in his Church, | and it is a heavy judgement of God, that that which should make a man adore the depth of Christ Wisdom, Holiness, Presence in his Church, | cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst d r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, n1, n1 p-acp po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14201 | and fear his own heart and Spirit, should offend men in the least measure; | and Fear his own heart and Spirit, should offend men in the least measure; | cc vvb po31 d n1 cc n1, vmd vvi n2 p-acp dt ds n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14202 | for surely these are warnings to all the Churches, and all men, and examples before our doors, | for surely these Are Warnings to all the Churches, and all men, and Examples before our doors, | c-acp av-j d vbr n2 p-acp d dt n2, cc d n2, cc n2 p-acp po12 n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14203 | as those are, 1 Cor. 10. A man that is prescribing Rules of Art, he gives one or two examples, he could give twenty, | as those Are, 1 Cor. 10. A man that is prescribing Rules of Art, he gives one or two Examples, he could give twenty, | c-acp d vbr, vvn np1 crd dt n1 cst vbz vvg n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz crd cc crd n2, pns31 vmd vvi crd, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14204 | but that is enough to make the wise understand, Hos. 14. 9. | but that is enough to make the wise understand, Hos. 14. 9. | cc-acp cst vbz av-d pc-acp vvi dt j vvi, np1 crd crd | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2584 | Page 194 |
14205 | Hence see the fearful and sad condition of those who shall voluntarily separate |
Hence see the fearful and sad condition of those who shall voluntarily separate themselves (and Are glad of it) from the fellowship of the faithful; | av vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d r-crq vmb av-jn vvi px32 (cc vbr j pp-f pn31) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2585 | Page 195 |
14206 | nay, the Churches of Christ, they do but execute the divine sentence of Christ upon themselves in this life, which shall be past upon them at the great day; | nay, the Churches of christ, they do but execute the divine sentence of christ upon themselves in this life, which shall be passed upon them At the great day; | uh-x, dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vdb p-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp px32 p-acp d n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2585 | Page 195 |
14207 | they shall then be parred, and cast out of the family of God, the Church of the first-born, of which the Churches on earth in their purity are a resemblance. | they shall then be parred, and cast out of the family of God, the Church of the firstborn, of which the Churches on earth in their purity Are a resemblance. | pns32 vmb av vbi vvn, cc vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt j, pp-f r-crq dt n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 vbr dt n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2585 | Page 195 |
14208 | Look as it is in sinning, a man departs from God, and executes upon himself that which sha•l be (though now 'tis not felt) his greatest doo•; | Look as it is in sinning, a man departs from God, and executes upon himself that which sha•l be (though now it's not felt) his greatest doo•; | vvb p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp vvg, dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, cc vvz p-acp px31 cst r-crq vmb vbi (cs av pn31|vbz xx vvn) po31 js n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14209 | so it is in parting from the Saints; they do but execute their sentence upon themselves; | so it is in parting from the Saints; they do but execute their sentence upon themselves; | av pn31 vbz p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2; pns32 vdb p-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp px32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14210 | and hence, 1 Iohn 2. 19. They went out from us, that it might be made manifest they were not all of us; | and hence, 1 John 2. 19. They went out from us, that it might be made manifest they were not all of us; | cc av, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vvd av p-acp pno12, cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn j pns32 vbdr xx d pp-f pno12; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14211 | if ever they had portion in the Saints, they would never have parted; | if ever they had portion in the Saints, they would never have parted; | cs av pns32 vhd n1 p-acp dt n2, pns32 vmd av-x vhi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14212 | not but that one may separate from the incurable corruptions of a true Church, and not but that one may remove from one Church to another, provided it be with love, | not but that one may separate from the incurable corruptions of a true Church, and not but that one may remove from one Church to Another, provided it be with love, | xx p-acp d pi vmb vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc xx p-acp d pi vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, vvd pn31 vbi p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14213 | and utmost care for the good of that where he was; | and utmost care for the good of that where he was; | cc j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f d c-crq pns31 vbds; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14214 | and also, not but that one may be forced upon some special cause to dwell in Mesheck, and be forced to forsake Sacrificing, to shew mercy; | and also, not but that one may be forced upon Some special cause to dwell in Meshach, and be forced to forsake Sacrificing, to show mercy; | cc av, xx p-acp d pi vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvi, cc vbi vvn pc-acp vvi vvg, pc-acp vvi n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14215 | but I speak of such forsaking wherein men voluntarily separate themselves from all the Churches of God at least, | but I speak of such forsaking wherein men voluntarily separate themselves from all the Churches of God At least, | cc-acp pns11 vvb pp-f d vvg c-crq n2 av-jn vvi px32 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp ds, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14216 | though not the people of God, out of a base esteem of their fellowship, and a hi•h esteem of something else which they shall have without it; | though not the people of God, out of a base esteem of their fellowship, and a hi•h esteem of something Else which they shall have without it; | cs xx dt n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f pi av r-crq pns32 vmb vhi p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14217 | they regard not Communion of Saints, no further than it may serve their turne; and when it will not serve their turne, then they forsake it. | they regard not Communion of Saints, no further than it may serve their turn; and when it will not serve their turn, then they forsake it. | pns32 vvb xx n1 pp-f n2, av-dx av-jc cs pn31 vmb vvi po32 n1; cc c-crq pn31 vmb xx vvi po32 n1, cs pns32 vvb pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2586 | Page 195 |
14218 | This separation it commonly ariseth from certain preparations to it, which are the loosenings of a mans heart from Gods people; | This separation it commonly arises from certain preparations to it, which Are the loosenings of a men heart from God's people; | d n1 pn31 av-j vvz p-acp j n2 p-acp pn31, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp npg1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2587 | Page 195 |
14219 | Like the Apple, before it falls, it begins to grow loose from that which holds it. | Like the Apple, before it falls, it begins to grow lose from that which holds it. | av-j dt n1, c-acp pn31 vvz, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi j p-acp d r-crq vvz pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2587 | Page 195 |
14220 | I shall briefly shew how this is, that you may be watchful; many not yet fallen, but their hearts sit loose from Churches, and fellowship of Saints, | I shall briefly show how this is, that you may be watchful; many not yet fallen, but their hearts fit lose from Churches, and fellowship of Saints, | pns11 vmb av-j vvi c-crq d vbz, cst pn22 vmb vbi j; d xx av vvn, cc-acp po32 n2 vvb j p-acp n2, cc n1 pp-f n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2587 | Page 195 |
14221 | and people of God, even when they think their hearts sit close to Christ; and I will not name all; | and people of God, even when they think their hearts fit close to christ; and I will not name all; | cc n1 pp-f np1, av c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n2 vvb av-j p-acp np1; cc pns11 vmb xx vvi d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2587 | Page 195 |
14222 | for particular men have their particular temptations; but what is most common; | for particular men have their particular temptations; but what is most Common; | p-acp j n2 vhb po32 j n2; cc-acp q-crq vbz av-ds j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2587 | Page 195 |
14223 | and this is one secret sin, and plague of men in these Churches, and there will be rendings; | and this is one secret since, and plague of men in these Churches, and there will be rendings; | cc d vbz pi n-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vmb vbi n2-vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2587 | Page 195 |
14224 | Christs work is to gather, and Satans ever quite contrary, to scatter; and it is a Rule, What is Christs greatest work, the contrary is Satans chief•st; | Christ work is to gather, and Satan ever quite contrary, to scatter; and it is a Rule, What is Christ greatest work, the contrary is Satan chief•st; | npg1 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, cc npg1 av av j-jn, pc-acp vvi; cc pn31 vbz dt n1, q-crq vbz npg1 js n1, dt n-jn vbz npg1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2587 | Page 195 |
14225 | as when Christ is humbling, he is hardning; when drawing to believe, he to unbelief; when Christs work is to gather and unite, his•s to scatter, loosen, and divide; | as when christ is humbling, he is hardening; when drawing to believe, he to unbelief; when Christ work is to gather and unite, his•s to scatter, loosen, and divide; | c-acp c-crq np1 vbz vvg, pns31 vbz vvg; c-crq vvg pc-acp vvi, pns31 p-acp n1; c-crq npg1 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi, vvi, cc vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2587 | Page 195 |
14226 | with that foot Christ treads on Satan most, there he bites most. | with that foot christ treads on Satan most, there he bites most. | p-acp d n1 np1 vvz p-acp np1 av-ds, a-acp pns31 vvz av-ds. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2587 | Page 195 |
14227 | 1. The Lord withdraws that honour and love from a man, which either he looks for, | 1. The Lord withdraws that honour and love from a man, which either he looks for, | crd dt n1 vvz d n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-d pns31 vvz p-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14228 | or thinks he deserves from the hands and hearts of Gods people; either they are not lovely, or not loving to others; | or thinks he deserves from the hands and hearts of God's people; either they Are not lovely, or not loving to Others; | cc vvz pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1; d pns32 vbr xx j, cc xx vvg p-acp n2-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14229 | when they have either no personal worth to purchase love, or they have nothing to give of love in exchange for love, | when they have either no personal worth to purchase love, or they have nothing to give of love in exchange for love, | c-crq pns32 vhb av-d dx j n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14230 | or else (to try them) the Lord for a time leaves his people to a blockishness of spirit; | or Else (to try them) the Lord for a time leaves his people to a blockishness of Spirit; | cc av (pc-acp vvi pno32) dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14231 | their love waxeth cold, or they think they are not honoured, or have not enough; | their love Waxes cold, or they think they Are not honoured, or have not enough; | po32 n1 vvz j-jn, cc pns32 vvb pns32 vbr xx vvn, cc vhb xx av-d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14232 | and so (if men do not make) Satan will make them scandals to themselves through their pride of spirit. 1 Sam. 15. 35. Saul desired, Honour me before the people, but Samuel came not to Saul; hence what did Saul do? you never read that he came to, | and so (if men do not make) Satan will make them scandals to themselves through their pride of Spirit. 1 Sam. 15. 35. Saul desired, Honour me before the people, but Samuel Come not to Saul; hence what did Saul do? you never read that he Come to, | cc av (cs n2 vdb xx vvi) np1 vmb vvi pno32 n2 p-acp px32 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1. crd np1 crd crd np1 vvd, vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1, p-acp np1 vvd xx p-acp np1; av r-crq vdd np1 vdb? pn22 av-x vvi cst pns31 vvd p-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14233 | or made use of Samuel again. | or made use of Samuel again. | cc vvd n1 pp-f np1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14234 | We are united to Christ by faith, but to the Saints by love, and mutual love, Ephes. 4. 16. Take away this mutual love, that you love not others, | We Are united to christ by faith, but to the Saints by love, and mutual love, Ephesians 4. 16. Take away this mutual love, that you love not Others, | pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, cc j n1, np1 crd crd vvb av d j n1, cst pn22 vvb xx ng2-jn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14235 | or they love not you, unless you have Christs Spirit which was in Paul, and all the faithful, 2 Cor. 11. 16. you will fall secretly; | or they love not you, unless you have Christ Spirit which was in Paul, and all the faithful, 2 Cor. 11. 16. you will fallen secretly; | cc pns32 vvb xx pn22, cs pn22 vhb npg1 n1 r-crq vbds p-acp np1, cc d dt j, crd np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi av-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14236 | and hence Hebrews 10. 24, 25. Provoke one another to love and good works; say to one another, Pray Brother tell me of my faults, and your feares; | and hence Hebrews 10. 24, 25. Provoke one Another to love and good works; say to one Another, Pray Brother tell me of my Faults, and your fears; | cc av np1 crd crd, crd vvb crd j-jn pc-acp vvi cc j n2; vvb p-acp crd j-jn, vvb n1 vvb pno11 pp-f po11 n2, cc po22 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 195 |
14237 | I'le tell you my heart againe, &c. Truly h•re is the temptation of some, if not of most, to Apostacy from the Lord and his Servants; | I'll tell you my heart again, etc. Truly h•re is the temptation of Some, if not of most, to Apostasy from the Lord and his Servants; | pns11|vmb vvi pn22 po11 n1 av, av av-j av vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cs xx pp-f av-ds, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 196 |
14238 | and this is the guise of Hypocrites, let any godly not honour them, they despise them; | and this is the guise of Hypocrites, let any godly not honour them, they despise them; | cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb d j xx vvi pno32, pns32 vvb pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 196 |
14239 | let any ungodly honour them, if they be not extreamly vile, they love them and their fellowship, | let any ungodly honour them, if they be not extremely vile, they love them and their fellowship, | vvb d j n1 pno32, cs pns32 vbb xx av-jn j, pns32 vvb pno32 cc po32 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 196 |
14240 | and are ready to think them as honest as the best, because they make themselves their own gods, those that honour them, are their good Angels, and è contrà. | and Are ready to think them as honest as the best, Because they make themselves their own God's, those that honour them, Are their good Angels, and è contrà. | cc vbr j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j c-acp dt js, c-acp pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp d n2, d cst vvb pno32, vbr po32 j n2, cc fw-la fw-la. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2588 | Page 196 |
14241 | 2. They begin to feel by woful experience, no spiritual good, or power of the Spirit and Presence of the holy Ghost in their fellowship, | 2. They begin to feel by woeful experience, no spiritual good, or power of the Spirit and Presence of the holy Ghost in their fellowship, | crd pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, dx j j, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14242 | or in these Ordinances in it; | or in these Ordinances in it; | cc p-acp d n2 p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14243 | they have them, but not the use not comfort of them, and this sets them going, | they have them, but not the use not Comfort of them, and this sets them going, | pns32 vhb pno32, cc-acp xx dt n1 xx n1 pp-f pno32, cc d vvz pno32 vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14244 | and ripens, and rots them for a fall; | and ripens, and rots them for a fallen; | cc vvz, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14245 | for as want of love made them sit loose from the persons, so this makes them s•t loose from the Ordinance; | for as want of love made them fit lose from the Persons, so this makes them s•t lose from the Ordinance; | c-acp c-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvd pno32 vvi av-j p-acp dt n2, av d vvz pno32 av j p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14246 | and a man thinks now, What am I the better for the purity of Ordinances? and so hence, | and a man thinks now, What am I the better for the purity of Ordinances? and so hence, | cc dt n1 vvz av, q-crq vbm pns11 dt jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? cc av av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14247 | when he should loath his heart, he loaths the truth, and wayes he seems to approve, and hence falls. | when he should loath his heart, he Loathes the truth, and ways he seems to approve, and hence falls. | c-crq pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1, pns31 vvz dt n1, cc n2 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc av vvz. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14248 | For this is a standing Rule, Let a man have Ordinances, and not know how to use them, | For this is a standing Rule, Let a man have Ordinances, and not know how to use them, | p-acp d vbz dt j-vvg n1, vvb dt n1 vhi n2, cc xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14249 | or not indeed make spiritual use of them, if he knows it, but he will sit loose from them. | or not indeed make spiritual use of them, if he knows it, but he will fit lose from them. | cc xx av vvi j n1 pp-f pno32, cs pns31 vvz pn31, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi j p-acp pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14250 | Mal. 3. 14. Zach. 11. 8. My soul abhorred them, and they abhorred me; | Malachi 3. 14. Zach 11. 8. My soul abhorred them, and they abhorred me; | np1 crd crd np1 crd crd po11 n1 vvd pno32, cc pns32 vvd pno11; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14251 | not their own hearts, as it is with the soul and body, they are not knit one to the other immediately, | not their own hearts, as it is with the soul and body, they Are not knit one to the other immediately, | xx po32 d n2, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1, pns32 vbr xx vvn crd p-acp dt n-jn av-j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14252 | but by spirits, which if they be extinct, then they fall asunder. | but by spirits, which if they be extinct, then they fallen asunder. | cc-acp p-acp n2, r-crq cs pns32 vbb j, cs pns32 vvb av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14253 | Let a man have meat, and it not feed him, cloaths that cannot warme him, physick that cannot purge him, a Vineyard planted that never hath fruit on it, he will cast them off, and despise them; | Let a man have meat, and it not feed him, clothes that cannot warm him, physic that cannot purge him, a Vineyard planted that never hath fruit on it, he will cast them off, and despise them; | vvb dt n1 vhb n1, cc pn31 xx vvi pno31, n2 cst vmbx vvi pno31, n1 cst vmbx vvi pno31, dt n1 vvd cst av vhz n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp, cc vvi pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14254 | and this is the second step, the heaviest judgement of God on men for not loving the truth, but taking pleasure in unrighteousness; | and this is the second step, the Heaviest judgement of God on men for not loving the truth, but taking pleasure in unrighteousness; | cc d vbz dt ord n1, dt js n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 c-acp xx vvg dt n1, cc-acp vvg n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14255 | and this works thus especially, if they have had some trial of the people of God sometime, | and this works thus especially, if they have had Some trial of the people of God sometime, | cc d n2 av av-j, cs pns32 vhb vhn d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14256 | and after great expectations of receiving good from them, meet with but little; the Word, Sacraments, Fastings, hence come to be stones, not bread; | and After great Expectations of receiving good from them, meet with but little; the Word, Sacraments, Fastings, hence come to be stones, not bred; | cc p-acp j n2 pp-f vvg j p-acp pno32, vvb p-acp p-acp j; dt n1, n2, n2-vvg, av vvb pc-acp vbi n2, xx n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14257 | the heaven of promises is Iron, and there is no raine falls on them; | the heaven of promises is Iron, and there is no rain falls on them; | dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvz p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14258 | and hence they, 1. Carelesly refuse at sometimes to come to the fellowship of the Saints. 2. Hence if they do come, they come late. 3. If timely, | and hence they, 1. Carelessly refuse At sometime to come to the fellowship of the Saints. 2. Hence if they do come, they come late. 3. If timely, | cc av pns32, crd av-j vvb p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. crd av cs pns32 vdb vvi, pns32 vvb av-j. crd cs j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14259 | yet without prayer, or prizing of them; | yet without prayer, or prizing of them; | av p-acp n1, cc vvg pp-f pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14260 | they have felt no good, and now they expect little. 4. If conscience force to duties, | they have felt no good, and now they expect little. 4. If conscience force to duties, | pns32 vhb vvn dx j, cc av pns32 vvb av-j. crd cs n1 vvb p-acp n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14261 | yet they think them too tedious, or too frequent. Ezekiel 11. 21. they are losing, and dying, no man will tell you so particularly, | yet they think them too tedious, or too frequent. Ezekielem 11. 21. they Are losing, and dying, no man will tell you so particularly, | av pns32 vvb pno32 av j, cc av j. np1 crd crd pns32 vbr vvg, cc vvg, dx n1 vmb vvi pn22 av av-j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14262 | but the Lord tells thee so now. | but the Lord tells thee so now. | cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno21 av av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2589 | Page 196 |
14263 | 3. The Lord visits them with many sad and outward evils, and strange unexpected Trials, which they thought they could beare, | 3. The Lord visits them with many sad and outward evils, and strange unexpected Trials, which they Thought they could bear, | crd dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp d j cc j n2-jn, cc j j n2, r-crq pns32 vvd pns32 vmd vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14264 | but indeed cannot, puts them upon great losses, and leaves them to sad wants, their estates decay, they run into debt, | but indeed cannot, puts them upon great losses, and leaves them to sad Wants, their estates decay, they run into debt, | cc-acp av vmbx, vvz pno32 p-acp j n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp j n2, po32 n2 vvi, pns32 vvb p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14265 | and provisions are scarce, &c. and now they secretly repent themselves of the fellowship of Gods people, | and provisions Are scarce, etc. and now they secretly Repent themselves of the fellowship of God's people, | cc n2 vbr j, av cc av pns32 av-jn vvi px32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14266 | but accout their course and hazards they have run, either madness or rashness. | but account their course and hazards they have run, either madness or rashness. | cc-acp vvb po32 n1 cc n2 pns32 vhb vvn, d n1 cc n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14267 | Moses Heb. 11. 25. did choose affliction and suffering, that he lotted upon, and upon nothing else; | Moses Hebrew 11. 25. did choose affliction and suffering, that he lotted upon, and upon nothing Else; | np1 np1 crd crd vdd vvi n1 cc n1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp, cc p-acp pix av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14268 | hence forsook honour and preferments, and pleasures; men not doing thus, hence choose the world, and forsake the wayes of God; | hence forsook honour and preferments, and pleasures; men not doing thus, hence choose the world, and forsake the ways of God; | av vvd n1 cc n2, cc n2; n2 xx vdg av, av vvb dt n1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14269 | the Israelites brought to the Wilderness, they would go back; why? they questioned whether God was with them; | the Israelites brought to the Wilderness, they would go back; why? they questioned whither God was with them; | dt np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmd vvi av; q-crq? pns32 vvd cs np1 vbds p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14270 | why? because they wanted water, bread, and variety of blessings, N••b. 16. 13, 14. And this sets them off; | why? Because they wanted water, bred, and variety of blessings, N••b. 16. 13, 14. And this sets them off; | q-crq? c-acp pns32 vvd n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, vvb. crd crd, crd cc d vvz pno32 a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14271 | as a man that loves his friend very well, but when he puts him to so much cost, | as a man that loves his friend very well, but when he puts him to so much cost, | c-acp dt n1 cst vvz po31 n1 av av, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp av d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14272 | and is so costly by his company, let him then even go; so do many men, the Lord and his Ordinances. | and is so costly by his company, let him then even go; so do many men, the Lord and his Ordinances. | cc vbz av j p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 av av vvi; av vdb d n2, dt n1 cc po31 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2590 | Page 196 |
14273 | 4. Hereupon they come to call all into question again, which were without 〈 ◊ 〉 before, the wayes and Ordinances of God; | 4. Hereupon they come to call all into question again, which were without 〈 ◊ 〉 before, the ways and Ordinances of God; | crd av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1 av, r-crq vbdr p-acp 〈 sy 〉 a-acp, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 196 |
14274 | What warrant now say they, have you for Covenant, such constitution on of Churches, of Saints, st•ict exami ing of members? and why not a forme of Prayer? and why not a Ceremo•y lawful? and now they want but a temptation, | What warrant now say they, have you for Covenant, such constitution on of Churches, of Saints, st•ict exami King of members? and why not a Form of Prayer? and why not a Ceremo•y lawful? and now they want but a temptation, | q-crq vvb av vvb pns32, vhb pn22 p-acp n1, d n1 a-acp pp-f n2, pp-f n2, n1 fw-la n1 pp-f n2? cc q-crq xx dt n1 pp-f n1? cc q-crq xx dt n1 j? cc av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14275 | and then they fall. 2. Thess. 2. 10. They receive not the truth in love; | and then they fallen. 2. Thess 2. 10. They receive not the truth in love; | cc av pns32 vvb. crd np1 crd crd pns32 vvb xx dt n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14276 | Why not? because they feel loss by the truth, or feel not the spiritual good of the truth, | Why not? Because they feel loss by the truth, or feel not the spiritual good of the truth, | c-crq xx? c-acp pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb xx dt j j pp-f dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14277 | and hence are given up to believe lyes; the first beginning of which is to question the Truth, not from tenderness of conscience, | and hence Are given up to believe lies; the First beginning of which is to question the Truth, not from tenderness of conscience, | cc av vbr vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi vvz; dt ord n1 pp-f r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14278 | though that be pretended, but from carnal lust; | though that be pretended, but from carnal lust; | cs d vbb vvn, cc-acp p-acp j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14279 | and hence, Ezekiel 11. 24. whose heart goes after that derestable thing, and this they are hardned in; | and hence, Ezekielem 11. 24. whose heart Goes After that derestable thing, and this they Are hardened in; | cc av, np1 crd crd r-crq n1 vvz p-acp d j n1, cc d pns32 vbr vvn p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14280 | if any good men by violence of temptation fall therein. Thus men fall from fellowship, and sit l•ose; | if any good men by violence of temptation fallen therein. Thus men fallen from fellowship, and fit l•ose; | cs d j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvb av. av n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvb j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14281 | you will fall, if you look not to it (which I say is fearful) And as Christ said, By this shall all know you are my Disciples, if you love; | you will fallen, if you look not to it (which I say is fearful) And as christ said, By this shall all know you Are my Disciples, if you love; | pn22 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vvb xx p-acp pn31 (r-crq pns11 vvb vbz j) cc p-acp np1 vvd, p-acp d vmb d vvi pn22 vbr po11 n2, cs pn22 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14282 | so all men shall know you are none of Christs, if you fall here, if you sit loose, &c. I have been searching and discovering that which is working in sundry, | so all men shall know you Are none of Christ, if you fallen Here, if you fit lose, etc. I have been searching and discovering that which is working in sundry, | av d n2 vmb vvi pn22 vbr pix pp-f npg1, cs pn22 vvb av, cs pn22 vvb j, av pns11 vhb vbn vvg cc vvg d r-crq vbz vvg p-acp j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14283 | and lies as leaven, cast it out of your doores. | and lies as leaven, cast it out of your doors. | cc vvz p-acp n1, vvd pn31 av pp-f po22 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2591 | Page 197 |
14284 | We may see hence one just ground of that diligent and narrow search and |
We may see hence one just ground of that diligent and narrow search and trial, Churches Here doe or should make of all those whom they receive to be Fellow members with them; | pns12 vmb vvi av crd j n1 pp-f cst j cc j n1 cc n1, n2 av n1 cc vmd vvi pp-f d d r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14285 | the Lord Jesus will make a very strict search and examination of wise and foolish, when he comes, and will put a difference between them then; | the Lord jesus will make a very strict search and examination of wise and foolish, when he comes, and will put a difference between them then; | dt n1 np1 vmb vvi dt j j n1 cc n1 pp-f j cc j, c-crq pns31 vvz, cc vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14286 | may not men, not Churches imitate the Lord Jesus according to their light now? If indeed all the Congr•ation of the baptized were holy, | may not men, not Churches imitate the Lord jesus according to their Light now? If indeed all the Congr•ation of the baptised were holy, | vmb xx n2, xx n2 vvi dt n1 np1 vvg p-acp po32 n1 av? cs av d dt n1 pp-f dt vvn vbdr j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14287 | then as Korah said, They take too much upon them; | then as Korah said, They take too much upon them; | av c-acp np1 vvd, pns32 vvb av av-d p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14288 | if Christ at his coming, would make neither examination, nor separation, not only of people baptized at large, | if christ At his coming, would make neither examination, nor separation, not only of people baptised At large, | cs np1 p-acp po31 n-vvg, vmd vvi dx n1, ccx n1, xx av-j pp-f n1 vvn p-acp j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14289 | but of professours, and glorious professours of his Truth and Name; if Churches were not set to disce••e between Harlots and Virgins, foolish Virgins and wise, | but of professors, and glorious professors of his Truth and Name; if Churches were not Set to disce••e between Harlots and Virgins, foolish Virgins and wise, | cc-acp pp-f n2, cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; cs n2 vbdr xx vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, j n2 cc j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14290 | as much as in them lies, that so some of the glory of Christ may be seen in his Churches here, | as much as in them lies, that so Some of the glory of christ may be seen in his Churches Here, | c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno32 vvz, cst av d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14291 | as well as at the last day; | as well as At the last day; | c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt ord n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14292 | then the gate might be opened wide, and flung •• the hinges too for all comers; | then the gate might be opened wide, and flung •• the hinges too for all comers; | av dt n1 vmd vbi vvn av-j, cc vvd •• dt n2 av p-acp d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14293 | and you might call the Churches of Christ, the Inn and Tavern of Christ to receive all strangers, | and you might call the Churches of christ, the Inn and Tavern of christ to receive all Strangers, | cc pn22 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi d n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14294 | if they will pay for what they call for, and beare scot and lot in the Town, | if they will pay for what they call for, and bear scot and lot in the Town, | cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14295 | and not the house and Temple of Christ only to entertaine his Friends. But (Beloved) the Church hath the keyes of the Kingdome of Heaven; | and not the house and Temple of christ only to entertain his Friends. But (beloved) the Church hath the keys of the Kingdom of Heaven; | cc xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n2. cc-acp (vvn) dt n1 vhz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14296 | and what they binde and loose, following the example and rule of Christ is bound and loosed in Heaven, | and what they bind and lose, following the Exampl and Rule of christ is bound and loosed in Heaven, | cc r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi, vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14297 | and they judge in the room of Christ. 1 Cor. 5. 4, 5. 2. Cor. 2. 10. Whom the Church casts out, | and they judge in the room of christ. 1 Cor. 5. 4, 5. 2. Cor. 2. 10. Whom the Church Cast out, | cc pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd np1 crd crd, crd crd np1 crd crd ro-crq dt n1 vvz av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14298 | and bids depa• to Satan, Christ doth; whom the Church receives to it self, Christ doth; | and bids depa• to Satan, christ does; whom the Church receives to it self, christ does; | cc vvz n1 p-acp np1, np1 vdz; r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31 n1, np1 vdz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14299 | we should receive in none but such as have visible right to Christ, and Communion of Saints. | we should receive in none but such as have visible right to christ, and Communion of Saints. | pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pix cc-acp d c-acp vhb j n-jn p-acp np1, cc n1 pp-f n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14300 | None have right to Christ in his Ordinances, but such as shall have Comm•nion with Christ at his coming to judge the World; | None have right to christ in his Ordinances, but such as shall have Comm•nion with christ At his coming to judge the World; | pi vhb j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp d c-acp vmb vhi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n-vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14301 | hence if we could be so Eagle-eyed, as to d•scern them now that are Hypocrites, we should exclude them now, | hence if we could be so Eagle-eyed, as to d•scern them now that Are Hypocrites, we should exclude them now, | av cs pns12 vmd vbi av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 av d vbr n2, pns12 vmd vvi pno32 av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14302 | as Christ will, because they have no right; but that we cannot do, the Lord will therefore do it for his Churches; | as christ will, Because they have no right; but that we cannot do, the Lord will Therefore do it for his Churches; | c-acp np1 vmb, c-acp pns32 vhb dx j-jn; cc-acp cst pns12 vmbx vdi, dt n1 vmb av vdi pn31 p-acp po31 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14303 | yet let the Churches learn from this, to do what they can for the Lord now. | yet let the Churches Learn from this, to do what they can for the Lord now. | av vvb dt n2 vvb p-acp d, pc-acp vdi r-crq pns32 vmb p-acp dt n1 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2592 | Page 197 |
14304 | There is a foure-fold Glory of Christ shining in his separating foolish and wise at the last day; | There is a fourfold Glory of christ shining in his separating foolish and wise At the last day; | pc-acp vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp po31 n-vvg j cc j p-acp dt ord n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2593 | Page 197 |
14305 | which when Churches imitate now, they hold out now. | which when Churches imitate now, they hold out now. | r-crq q-crq n2 vvb av, pns32 vvb av av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2593 | Page 197 |
14306 | First, Hereby he shews his wisdome, in discovering the secrets of darkness, and all the wily knots men have tyed, to hamper themselves in their own miseries; | First, Hereby he shows his Wisdom, in discovering the secrets of darkness, and all the wily knots men have tied, to hamper themselves in their own misery's; | ord, av pns31 vvz po31 n1, p-acp vvg dt n2-jn pp-f n1, cc d dt j n2 n2 vhb vvn, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp po32 d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2594 | Page 197 |
14307 | so Churches shew forth this wisdome, not only in discovering such whom you may feel to be hairy, rough Esaus with M••onson, | so Churches show forth this Wisdom, not only in discovering such whom you may feel to be hairy, rough Esaus with M••onson, | av n2 vvb av d n1, xx av-j p-acp vvg d r-crq pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j, j npg1 p-acp np1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2594 | Page 197 |
14308 | but such as have Iacobs voice, and are very wily; | but such as have Iacobs voice, and Are very wily; | cc-acp d c-acp vhb npg1 n1, cc vbr av j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2594 | Page 197 |
14309 | when the secrets of hi• spirit are discovered, they will say, if not proud and passionate, God is in you; | when the secrets of hi• Spirit Are discovered, they will say, if not proud and passionate, God is in you; | c-crq dt n2-jn pp-f n1 n1 vbr vvn, pns32 vmb vvi, cs xx j cc j, np1 vbz p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2594 | Page 198 |
14310 | hence the wisdome of Christ, Rev. 2. 2. | hence the Wisdom of christ, Rev. 2. 2. | av dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 crd crd | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2594 | Page 198 |
14311 | Secondly, Hereby the Lord Jesus shews h•s holiness, who withdrawes himself from those that are foolish, though outwardly most glorious; for he will be sanctified; | Secondly, Hereby the Lord jesus shows h•s holiness, who withdraws himself from those that Are foolish, though outwardly most glorious; for he will be sanctified; | ord, av dt n1 np1 vvz j n1, r-crq vvz px31 p-acp d cst vbr j, cs av-j av-ds j; c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2595 | Page 198 |
14312 | so the Churches shadow out the holiness of Christ •erein, who are bound to be holy as he is holy. | so the Churches shadow out the holiness of christ •erein, who Are bound to be holy as he is holy. | av dt ng1 n1 av dt n1 pp-f np1 av, r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j c-acp pns31 vbz j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2595 | Page 198 |
14313 | Thirdly, Hereby the Lord keeps the Communion of his Saints pure; | Thirdly, Hereby the Lord keeps the Communion of his Saints pure; | ord, av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2596 | Page 198 |
14314 | this is a wonderful glory in Heaven, that only the Elect and faithful of God shall lie down together; | this is a wondered glory in Heaven, that only the Elect and faithful of God shall lie down together; | d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, cst av-j dt n1 cc j pp-f np1 vmb vvi a-acp av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2596 | Page 198 |
14315 | and is the last and greatest glory that ever shall be seen in this world, Revelations 21. 27. One man or woman secret'y vile, which the Church hath not used all means to discover, may defile a whole Church, | and is the last and greatest glory that ever shall be seen in this world, Revelations 21. 27. One man or woman secret'y vile, which the Church hath not used all means to discover, may defile a Whole Church, | cc vbz dt ord cc js n1 cst av vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, n2 crd crd crd n1 cc n1 vvb j, r-crq dt n1 vhz xx vvn d n2 pc-acp vvi, vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2596 | Page 198 |
14336 | and are not they to be imitated now in their glory, who are set out for that end? | and Are not they to be imitated now in their glory, who Are Set out for that end? | cc vbr xx pns32 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp po32 n1, r-crq vbr vvn av p-acp d n1? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2602 | Page 198 |
14316 | and bring it under wrath, as Achan, and make work and sorrow enough for many a day and year after, | and bring it under wrath, as achan, and make work and sorrow enough for many a day and year After, | cc vvb pn31 p-acp n1, c-acp np1, cc vvi n1 cc n1 av-d p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2596 | Page 198 |
14317 | and bring that blemish and scandal as will not ea••ly be worn off again, and then men will wish that they had kept their communion pure. | and bring that blemish and scandal as will not ea••ly be worn off again, and then men will wish that they had kept their communion pure. | cc vvi d n1 cc n1 c-acp vmb xx av-j vbi vvn a-acp av, cc av n2 vmb vvi cst pns32 vhd vvn po32 n1 j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2596 | Page 198 |
14318 | Fourthly, Hereby the Lord abundantly vouchsafes his presence to his people in Heaven, when the Goats are separated; | Fourthly, Hereby the Lord abundantly vouchsafes his presence to his people in Heaven, when the Goats Are separated; | ord, av dt n1 av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq dt n2 vbr vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2597 | Page 198 |
14319 | now come and take your fill of love, and possess your Kingdome; | now come and take your fill of love, and possess your Kingdom; | av vvb cc vvb po22 n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb po22 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2597 | Page 198 |
14320 | so the Church hereby gaines more of the presence of Christ Jesus in publick and private; | so the Church hereby gains more of the presence of christ jesus in public and private; | av dt n1 av vvz dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp j cc j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2597 | Page 198 |
14321 | when •das is gone out, now Christ comforts the hearts of his Disciples; when the Lord hath his Spouse alone, then he sports himself with her. | when •das is gone out, now christ comforts the hearts of his Disciples; when the Lord hath his Spouse alone, then he sports himself with her. | c-crq fw-la vbz vvn av, av np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f po31 n2; c-crq dt n1 vhz po31 n1 av-j, cs pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2597 | Page 198 |
14322 | Isaiah 4. •••. When all in Ierusalem are holy, there shall be a Cloud and Pillar of smoak on all their Habitations. | Isaiah 4. •••. When all in Ierusalem Are holy, there shall be a Cloud and Pillar of smoke on all their Habitations. | np1 crd •••. c-crq av-d p-acp np1 vbr j, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d po32 n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2597 | Page 198 |
14323 | And therefore not only the Churches should do thus, but a godly holy heart will desire it; | And Therefore not only the Churches should do thus, but a godly holy heart will desire it; | cc av xx av-j dt n2 vmd vdi av, cc-acp dt j j n1 vmb vvi pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2597 | Page 198 |
14324 | it's the end of his coming that he may be searched; better had men be tried and examined now, than by Christ another day. | it's the end of his coming that he may be searched; better had men be tried and examined now, than by christ Another day. | pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn; vvi vhd n2 vbb vvn cc vvn av, cs p-acp np1 j-jn n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2597 | Page 198 |
14325 | Objection 1. But we must look not to what may be d ne, b•t to what must be done; | Objection 1. But we must look not to what may be worser ne, b•t to what must be done; | n1 crd cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi xx p-acp r-crq vmb vbi wd zz, vvn p-acp q-crq vmb vbi vdn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2598 | Page 198 |
14326 | Churches have power to cast out them that be bad; | Churches have power to cast out them that be bad; | n2 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi av pno32 cst vbb j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2598 | Page 198 |
14327 | but what power to keep out them that be Baptized, and have a name to be good? | but what power to keep out them that be Baptised, and have a name to be good? | cc-acp q-crq n1 pc-acp vvi av pno32 cst vbb j-vvn, cc vhb dt n1 pc-acp vbi j? | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2598 | Page 198 |
14328 | Answer 1. Christ doth not only shut out Harlots, but professing Virgins; which example is to be imitated now so farre as we can; | Answer 1. christ does not only shut out Harlots, but professing Virgins; which Exampl is to be imitated now so Far as we can; | vvb crd np1 vdz xx av-j vvn av n2, cc-acp vvg n2; r-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av av av-j c-acp pns12 vmb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2599 | Page 198 |
14329 | for on the same ground Christ excludes, we have the same if we know them. | for on the same ground christ excludes, we have the same if we know them. | c-acp p-acp dt d n1 np1 vvz, pns12 vhb dt d cs pns12 vvb pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2599 | Page 198 |
14330 | 2. The Apostle is punctual for it, 2 Tim. 3. 5. speaking of the last dayes, Having a forme of godliness, turn away from such; | 2. The Apostle is punctual for it, 2 Tim. 3. 5. speaking of the last days, Having a Form of godliness, turn away from such; | crd dt n1 vbz j p-acp pn31, crd np1 crd crd vvg pp-f dt ord n2, vhg dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb av p-acp d; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2600 | Page 198 |
14331 | He saith not, Let them in, and turn to them; and if they prove evil members, cut them off, and turn them from you; but turn away from them; | He Says not, Let them in, and turn to them; and if they prove evil members, Cut them off, and turn them from you; but turn away from them; | pns31 vvz xx, vvb pno32 p-acp, cc vvi p-acp pno32; cc cs pns32 vvb j-jn n2, vvb pno32 a-acp, cc vvi pno32 p-acp pn22; cc-acp vvb av p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2600 | Page 198 |
14332 | He saith not, If they be prophane, or not baptized, and cannot say, I was humbled, and now I believe; | He Says not, If they be profane, or not baptised, and cannot say, I was humbled, and now I believe; | pns31 vvz xx, cs pns32 vbb j, cc xx vvn, cc vmbx vvi, pns11 vbds vvn, cc av pns11 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2600 | Page 198 |
14333 | but which is more, if they have a forme, under whose garments of profession you will ever see some of those sores, Psal. 2. 3. 3. Rev. 2. 2. It was accounted part of the wisdome and power of grace of the Ephesine Church which tried them which said They were Apostles, and had found them lyars; | but which is more, if they have a Form, under whose garments of profession you will ever see Some of those sores, Psalm 2. 3. 3. Rev. 2. 2. It was accounted part of the Wisdom and power of grace of the Ephesine Church which tried them which said They were Apostles, and had found them liars; | cc-acp r-crq vbz av-dc, cs pns32 vhb dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n2 pp-f n1 pn22 vmb av vvi d pp-f d n2, np1 crd crd crd n1 crd crd pn31 vbds vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt fw-la n1 r-crq vvd pno32 r-crq vvd pns32 vbdr n2, cc vhd vvn pno32 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2600 | Page 198 |
14334 | they could not creep in there, but they were found out. 4. In the Ierusalem come down from Heaven; | they could not creep in there, but they were found out. 4. In the Ierusalem come down from Heaven; | pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp a-acp, cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn av. crd p-acp dt np1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2601 | Page 198 |
14335 | it's part of the glory of it to cast out the unclean; but Rev. 21. 27. nothing enters therein which is unclean; | it's part of the glory of it to cast out the unclean; but Rev. 21. 27. nothing enters therein which is unclean; | pn31|vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi av dt j; cc-acp n1 crd crd pix vvz av r-crq vbz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2602 | Page 198 |
14337 | 5. To omit all other proofs, see Ezekiel 44. 8, 9. The Apostle gives a sad charge, Hebr. 12. 15. Look diligently, lest a root of bi•terness g•ow up; | 5. To omit all other proofs, see Ezekielem 44. 8, 9. The Apostle gives a sad charge, Hebrew 12. 15. Look diligently, lest a root of bi•terness g•ow up; | crd p-acp vvi d j-jn n2, vvb np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz dt j n1, np1 crd crd vvb av-j, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2603 | Page 198 |
14338 | the Apostle doth not say, 'Tis no matter what roots you set in Christs Garden; | the Apostle does not say, It's no matter what roots you Set in Christ Garden; | dt n1 vdz xx vvi, pn31|vbz dx n1 r-crq n2 pn22 vvd p-acp npg1 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2603 | Page 198 |
14339 | only when they spring up, and begin to seed and infect others, then have a care of them; | only when they spring up, and begin to seed and infect Others, then have a care of them; | av-j c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp, cc vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi n2-jn, av vhb dt n1 pp-f pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2603 | Page 198 |
14340 | but look there be not a root there; truly so we do; | but look there be not a root there; truly so we do; | cc-acp vvb pc-acp vbb xx dt n1 a-acp; av-j av pns12 vdb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2603 | Page 198 |
14341 | for they tell us they believe and repent, and we believe them, other strict inquiry we make not; | for they tell us they believe and Repent, and we believe them, other strict inquiry we make not; | c-acp pns32 vvb pno12 pns32 vvi cc vvi, cc pns12 vvb pno32, n-jn j n1 pns12 vvb xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2603 | Page 199 |
14342 | Oh but saith he, Look diligently to it; it's ill counsel to the Gardner to say, have a care to weed your Garden; | O but Says he, Look diligently to it; it's ill counsel to the Gardener to say, have a care to weed your Garden; | uh cc-acp vvz pns31, vvb av-j p-acp pn31; pn31|vbz j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2603 | Page 199 |
14343 | but 'tis no matter, God looks not that you should be careful of your seed, so long as it be seed; | but it's no matter, God looks not that you should be careful of your seed, so long as it be seed; | cc-acp pn31|vbz dx n1, np1 vvz xx cst pn22 vmd vbi j pp-f po22 n1, av av-j c-acp pn31 vbb n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2603 | Page 199 |
14344 | nay, the Lord that forbids me to suffer weeds to grow, forbids my carelesseness in sowing what seeds I please. | nay, the Lord that forbids me to suffer weeds to grow, forbids my carelessness in sowing what seeds I please. | uh-x, dt n1 cst vvz pno11 pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi, vvz po11 n1 p-acp vvg r-crq n2 pns11 vvb. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2603 | Page 199 |
14345 | It is the judgement of some Divines, That the first sin of Adam and his Wife, was in suffering the Serpent to enter into the Garden 〈 ◊ 〉 for ▪ the •uine of a Church may be the let ting in of some one •ll member. | It is the judgement of Some Divines, That the First since of Adam and his Wife, was in suffering the Serpent to enter into the Garden 〈 ◊ 〉 for ▪ the •uine of a Church may be the let ting in of Some one •ll member. | pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2-jn, cst dt ord n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, vbds p-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 〈 sy 〉 c-acp ▪ dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi dt vvb zf p-acp pp-f d crd j n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2604 | Page 199 |
14346 | Objection 2. But they that are innocent, and say th•• believe, are in the least degree of probability converted; | Objection 2. But they that Are innocent, and say th•• believe, Are in the least degree of probability converted; | n1 crd p-acp pns32 cst vbr j-jn, cc vvb n1 vvi, vbr p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1 vvn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2605 | Page 199 |
14347 | and the best, we are but certain of their conversion in the highest degree of probability; | and the best, we Are but certain of their conversion in the highest degree of probability; | cc dt js, pns12 vbr p-acp j pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2605 | Page 199 |
14348 | and therefore may both orts be admitted? Answer, No; | and Therefore may both orts be admitted? Answer, No; | cc av vmb d n2 vbb vvn? n1, dx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2605 | Page 199 |
14349 | Paul may feare with a godly jealousie some of the Cor••hian Church, 2 Cor. 12. 20, 21. and may know some to he childish, | Paul may Fear with a godly jealousy Some of the Cor••hian Church, 2 Cor. 12. 20, 21. and may know Some to he childish, | np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 d pp-f dt jp n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc vmb vvi d p-acp pns31 j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2606 | Page 199 |
14350 | and carnal, and weak, yet children; | and carnal, and weak, yet children; | cc j, cc j, av n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2606 | Page 199 |
14351 | yet he calls them all Saints, and dates not mince his speeches with such notions of probability; | yet he calls them all Saints, and dates not mince his Speeches with such notions of probability; | av pns31 vvz pno32 d n2, cc n2 xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2606 | Page 199 |
14352 | and Heb. 6. 9. We are perswaded better things of you; A moral certainty a• man may have, and should have of all Church-members; | and Hebrew 6. 9. We Are persuaded better things of you; A moral certainty a• man may have, and should have of all Church-members; | cc np1 crd crd pns12 vbr vvn jc n2 pp-f pn22; dt j n1 n1 n1 vmb vhi, cc vmd vhi pp-f d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2606 | Page 199 |
14353 | a certainty of faith, conditional, though not absolute; | a certainty of faith, conditional, though not absolute; | dt n1 pp-f n1, j, cs xx j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2606 | Page 199 |
14354 | as if it be thus as they say, and I cannot, ought not to say otherwise of them, 'tis well with them. | as if it be thus as they say, and I cannot, ought not to say otherwise of them, it's well with them. | c-acp cs pn31 vbb av c-acp pns32 vvb, cc pns11 vmbx, vmd xx pc-acp vvi av pp-f pno32, pn31|vbz av p-acp pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2606 | Page 199 |
14355 | Objection 3. But the Primitive Church never received in any with such strict confessions, and large examinations; | Objection 3. But the Primitive Church never received in any with such strict confessions, and large examinations; | n1 crd p-acp dt j n1 av-x vvn p-acp d p-acp d j n2, cc j n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2607 | Page 199 |
14356 | three thousand in a day were admitted. | three thousand in a day were admitted. | crd crd p-acp dt n1 vbdr vvn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2607 | Page 199 |
14357 | Answer, I remember a godly Divine in answering an Objection of late repentance from the example of the Thief; | Answer, I Remember a godly Divine in answering an Objection of late Repentance from the Exampl of the Thief; | vvb, pns11 vvb dt j j-jn p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14358 | having whipt it with many other Rods, at last lasheth it with this, it's an extraordinary case; | having whipped it with many other Rods, At last lasheth it with this, it's an extraordinary case; | vhg vvd pn31 p-acp d j-jn n2, p-acp ord vvz pn31 p-acp d, pn31|vbz dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14359 | and hence not to be brought in for an ordinary example; | and hence not to be brought in for an ordinary Exampl; | cc av xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14360 | hence he speaks thus, When therefore the time comes that Christ shall come and be crucif•ed again, | hence he speaks thus, When Therefore the time comes that christ shall come and be crucif•ed again, | av pns31 vvz av, c-crq av dt n1 vvz cst np1 vmb vvi cc vbi vvn av, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14361 | and thou one of the Thieves to be crucified with him, and it fall out that thou be the best of the two, | and thou one of the Thieves to be Crucified with him, and it fallen out that thou be the best of the two, | cc pns21 crd pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc pn31 vvb av cst pns21 vbb dt js pp-f dt crd, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14362 | then shalt thou be saved by Christ; that despi••ng Christ now, puts off thy repentance till then; | then shalt thou be saved by christ; that despi••ng christ now, puts off thy Repentance till then; | av vm2 pns21 vbi vvn p-acp np1; cst j np1 av, vvz a-acp po21 n1 c-acp av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14363 | So I say here, there is somewhat imitable and ordinary in the Apostles example, in admi•ting three thousand in a day, | So I say Here, there is somewhat imitable and ordinary in the Apostles Exampl, in admi•ting three thousand in a day, | av pns11 vvb av, pc-acp vbz av j cc j p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp vvg crd crd p-acp dt n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14364 | but something unusual, and farre different from our condition now; | but something unusual, and Far different from our condition now; | cc-acp pi j, cc av-j j p-acp po12 n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14365 | and therefore this I would say when the time comes, that the Spirit is poured out on all flesh; | and Therefore this I would say when the time comes, that the Spirit is poured out on all Flesh; | cc av d pns11 vmd vvi c-crq dt n1 vvz, cst dt n1 vbz vvn av p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14366 | and that time is known to be the Spring-tide, and large measure of the Spirit, when Ministers are so honoured as to convert many thousands at a Sermon; | and that time is known to be the Springtide, and large measure of the Spirit, when Ministers Are so honoured as to convert many thousands At a Sermon; | cc d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq n2 vbr av vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi d crd p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14367 | and so God and reason call for quickness; when Elders of Churches are as sharp-sigted as the Apostles; | and so God and reason call for quickness; when Elders of Churches Are as sharp-sigted as the Apostles; | cc av np1 cc n1 vvb p-acp n1; c-crq n2-jn pp-f n2 vbr a-acp j c-acp dt n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14368 | when the conversion of men also shall be most eminent, and that in such places where 'tis death, | when the conversion of men also shall be most eminent, and that in such places where it's death, | c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 av vmb vbi av-ds j, cc cst p-acp d n2 c-crq pn31|vbz n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14369 | or half hanging, to profess the Lord Jesus, as that they shall be prickt at their hearts, gladly receive the Word, lay down their necks on the block, cast down all their estates at the Churches feet, out of love to Gods Ordinances; | or half hanging, to profess the Lord jesus, as that they shall be pricked At their hearts, gladly receive the Word, lay down their necks on the block, cast down all their estates At the Churches feet, out of love to God's Ordinances; | cc av-jn vvg, pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1, c-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, av-j vvi dt n1, vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, vvd a-acp d po32 n2 p-acp dt ng1 n2, av pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14370 | when men shall not have Christian education, the example and crowd of Christians from the teeth outwardly to press them to the door of the Church, as those times had not; | when men shall not have Christian education, the Exampl and crowd of Christians from the teeth outwardly to press them to the door of the Church, as those times had not; | c-crq n2 vmb xx vhi np1 n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp d n2 vhd xx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14371 | then for my part, if three hundred thousand were converted, I should receive them as gladly and as manifestly as they receive Christ; | then for my part, if three hundred thousand were converted, I should receive them as gladly and as manifestly as they receive christ; | av p-acp po11 n1, cs crd crd crd vbdr vvn, pns11 vmd vvi pno32 c-acp av-j cc a-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14372 | but truly, there is such little takings now, that we have 〈 ◊ 〉 enough to look upon our money, | but truly, there is such little takings now, that we have 〈 ◊ 〉 enough to look upon our money, | cc-acp av-j, pc-acp vbz d j n2-vvg av, cst pns12 vhb 〈 sy 〉 av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14373 | and the Hypocrisie of the world gives us good reason to stay and see; yet we grant Simon believes also; | and the Hypocrisy of the world gives us good reason to stay and see; yet we grant Simon believes also; | cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno12 j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi; av pns12 vvb np1 vvz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14374 | and if he doth deceive the Apostles eyes for a time, let him come in, and tell him of his gall of bitterness afterward; | and if he does deceive the Apostles eyes for a time, let him come in, and tell him of his Gall of bitterness afterwards; | cc cs pns31 vdz vvi dt n2 n2 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp, cc vvb pno31 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n1 av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14375 | and if he be not o•stinate, but intreats Prayers, Charity hopes the best, and lets him stay in, Matthew 3. 7. Obj. 4. But you may in weeding out the Tares, pull up the Wheat, and keep out the godly in such strict searchings. Answ. 1. 'Tis true; | and if he be not o•stinate, but intreats Prayers, Charity hope's the best, and lets him stay in, Matthew 3. 7. Object 4. But you may in weeding out the Tares, pull up the Wheat, and keep out the godly in such strict searchings. Answer 1. It's true; | cc cs pns31 vbb xx j, cc-acp vvz n2, n1 vvz dt js, cc vvz pno31 vvi p-acp, np1 crd crd np1 crd p-acp pn22 vmb p-acp n-vvg av dt n2, vvb a-acp dt n1, cc vvi av dt j p-acp d j n2-vvg. np1 crd pn31|vbz j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2608 | Page 199 |
14376 | and the want of tenderness and love to them that be Christs Lambs and Babes, having much ignorance, | and the want of tenderness and love to them that be Christ Lambs and Babes, having much ignorance, | cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbb npg1 n2 cc n2, vhg d n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2610 | Page 200 |
14377 | and carnalness, out of zeal in some, not guided aright; and pride in others, despising those that are of meaher gifts than themselves; or because of some weaknesse; | and carnalness, out of zeal in Some, not guided aright; and pride in Others, despising those that Are of meaher Gifts than themselves; or Because of Some weakness; | cc n1, av pp-f n1 p-acp d, xx vvn av; cc n1 p-acp n2-jn, vvg d cst vbr pp-f jc n2 cs px32; cc c-acp pp-f d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2610 | Page 200 |
14378 | which if they were convinced of, would soon lament and amend; | which if they were convinced of, would soon lament and amend; | r-crq cs pns32 vbdr vvn pp-f, vmd av vvi cc vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2610 | Page 200 |
14379 | and to be so rigorous toward them, will not be suffered by Jesus Christ, if continued in by Churches; | and to be so rigorous towards them, will not be suffered by jesus christ, if continued in by Churches; | cc pc-acp vbi av j p-acp pno32, vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1, cs vvn p-acp p-acp n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2610 | Page 200 |
14380 | Hence Churches must be Watchful against this: And then. | Hence Churches must be Watchful against this: And then. | av n2 vmb vbi j p-acp d: cc av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2610 | Page 200 |
14381 | 2. If they follow the light, are weak with them that are weak, and strong with them that be strong, | 2. If they follow the Light, Are weak with them that Are weak, and strong with them that be strong, | crd cs pns32 vvb dt n1, vbr j p-acp pno32 cst vbr j, cc j p-acp pno32 cst vbb j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2611 | Page 200 |
14382 | and are all things to all men, and gain all to Christ; | and Are all things to all men, and gain all to christ; | cc vbr d n2 p-acp d n2, cc vvi d p-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2611 | Page 200 |
14383 | look as the receiving of •ll members shall not be laid to their charge to h•rt them, | look as the receiving of •ll members shall not be laid to their charge to h•rt them, | vvb a-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2611 | Page 200 |
14384 | so nor the excluding of some that are good. | so nor the excluding of Some that Are good. | av ccx dt vvg pp-f d cst vbr j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2611 | Page 200 |
14385 | And this I'le add, The Lord may see in some good people that are about to joyn themselves to the Church, that which makes them fit to destroy a Church; | And this I'll add, The Lord may see in Some good people that Are about to join themselves to the Church, that which makes them fit to destroy a Church; | cc d pns11|vmb vvi, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1 cst vbr a-acp pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1, cst r-crq vvz pno32 j pc-acp vvi dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2611 | Page 200 |
14386 | not to build up a Church, as in case of some secret sin not sufficiently repented of, | not to built up a Church, as in case of Some secret since not sufficiently repented of, | xx pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 xx av-j vvn pp-f, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2611 | Page 200 |
14387 | and some decay of the first love, Rev. 2. 5. and the Lord by this means may recover them by Word or Rod under witness of the Church against them; | and Some decay of the First love, Rev. 2. 5. and the Lord by this means may recover them by Word or Rod under witness of the Church against them; | cc d n1 pp-f dt ord n1, n1 crd crd cc dt n1 p-acp d n2 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2611 | Page 200 |
14388 | and hence many say, If I had then come in, I should have been proud and vile. | and hence many say, If I had then come in, I should have been proud and vile. | cc av d vvb, cs pns11 vhd av vvn p-acp, pns11 vmd vhi vbn j cc j. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2611 | Page 200 |
14389 | Obj. 5. But there are many odd confessions by those that are recived, and extravagant enlarged discourses of the jet time of their 〈 ◊ 〉, | Object 5. But there Are many odd confessions by those that Are received, and extravagant enlarged discourses of the jet time of their 〈 ◊ 〉, | np1 crd p-acp a-acp vbr d j n2 p-acp d cst vbr vvn, cc j vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 n1 pp-f po32 〈 sy 〉, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2612 | Page 200 |
14390 | and their Revelations, and ill Application of Scripture which makes such long doings, end are wearisome and uncomely. | and their Revelations, and ill Application of Scripture which makes such long doings, end Are wearisome and uncomely. | cc po32 n2, cc j-jn n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz d j n2-vdg, n1 vbr j cc j-u. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2612 | Page 200 |
14391 | Answ. So I would say, There may be many weaknesses in an Ordinance, shall. I therefore despise or cast off an Ordinance? I could then cast away a•s; | Answer So I would say, There may be many Weaknesses in an Ordinance, shall. I Therefore despise or cast off an Ordinance? I could then cast away a•s; | np1 av pns11 vmd vvi, pc-acp vmb vbi d n2 p-acp dt n1, vmb. pns11 av vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n1? pns11 vmd av vvi av vvz; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2613 | Page 200 |
14392 | and my own life, and soul too, when I had done; No, lament them, and heale them. | and my own life, and soul too, when I had done; No, lament them, and heal them. | cc po11 d n1, cc n1 av, c-crq pns11 vhd vdn; uh-dx, vvb pno32, cc vvi pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2613 | Page 200 |
14393 | I confess it is not fit that so holy and solemn an Assembly as a Church is, should be held long with Relations of this odd thing and tother, | I confess it is not fit that so holy and solemn an Assembly as a Church is, should be held long with Relations of this odd thing and tother, | pns11 vvb pn31 vbz xx j cst av j cc j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz, vmd vbi vvn av-j p-acp n2 pp-f d j n1 cc n-jn, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2613 | Page 200 |
14394 | nor hear of Revelations and groundless joyes, nor gather together the heap, and heap up all the particular passages of their lives, wherein they have got any good; | nor hear of Revelations and groundless Joys, nor gather together the heap, and heap up all the particular passages of their lives, wherein they have god any good; | ccx vvb pp-f n2 cc j n2, ccx vvi av dt n1, cc vvb a-acp d dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn d j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2613 | Page 200 |
14395 | nor Scriptures and Sermons, but such as may be of special use unto the people of God, such things as tend to shew, | nor Scriptures and Sermons, but such as may be of special use unto the people of God, such things as tend to show, | ccx n2 cc n2, cc-acp d c-acp vmb vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d n2 c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2613 | Page 200 |
14396 | Thus I was humbled, then thus I was called, then thus I have walked, though with many weaknesses since, | Thus I was humbled, then thus I was called, then thus I have walked, though with many Weaknesses since, | av pns11 vbds vvn, av av pns11 vbds vvn, av av pns11 vhb vvn, cs p-acp d n2 a-acp, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2613 | Page 200 |
14397 | and such special providence of God • have seen, temptations gone through, and thus the Lord hath delivered me, blessed be his Name, &c. I have done; | and such special providence of God • have seen, temptations gone through, and thus the Lord hath Delivered me, blessed be his Name, etc. I have done; | cc d j n1 pp-f np1 • vhb vvn, n2 vvn p-acp, cc av dt n1 vhz vvn pno11, j-vvn vbb po31 n1, av pns11 vhb vdn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2613 | Page 200 |
14398 | let all Gods people, Watchmen on Gods walls, still be watchful and careful; there be temptations enough to make men fill and pester Gods House with Swine; | let all God's people, Watchmen on God's walls, still be watchful and careful; there be temptations enough to make men fill and pester God's House with Swine; | vvb d ng1 n1, n2 p-acp npg1 n2, av vbb j cc j; pc-acp vbi n2 av-d pc-acp vvi n2 vvi cc vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14399 | one hath his friend, and his affection leads him; | one hath his friend, and his affection leads him; | pi vhz po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vvz pno31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14401 | another thinks there is one bad enough, but we shall do well enough with them; Oh take heed of these things! | Another thinks there is one bad enough, but we shall do well enough with them; O take heed of these things! | j-jn vvz a-acp vbz pi j av-d, cc-acp pns12 vmb vdi av av-d p-acp pno32; uh vvb n1 pp-f d n2! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14402 | methinks a godly man should abhor the opinion, at least, if it was but for this reason; | methinks a godly man should abhor the opinion, At least, if it was but for this reason; | vvz dt j n1 vmd vvi dt n1, p-acp ds, cs pn31 vbds cc-acp p-acp d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14403 | viz. it is so suitable First, To a proud man; | viz. it is so suitable First, To a proud man; | n1 pn31 vbz av j ord, p-acp dt j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14404 | shall I stoop to Churches, and give an account of my heart and course to them? I am as good as they. Secondly, To Apostates from Churches; | shall I stoop to Churches, and give an account of my heart and course to them? I am as good as they. Secondly, To Apostates from Churches; | vmb pns11 vvi p-acp n2, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32? pns11 vbm a-acp j c-acp pns32. ord, p-acp n2 p-acp n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14405 | who when they are gone, then they give way to these conceits, You are too strict, | who when they Are gone, then they give Way to these conceits, You Are too strict, | r-crq c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, cs pns32 vvb n1 p-acp d n2, pn22 vbr av j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14406 | and are loth to confess their falls afterward. | and Are loath to confess their falls afterwards. | cc vbr j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14407 | Thirdly, And Libertines, who cry out, Why shut you your Gates so close, that Swine and Sheep, Sheep and Goats, | Thirdly, And Libertines, who cry out, Why shut you your Gates so close, that Swine and Sheep, Sheep and Goats, | ord, cc n2, r-crq vvb av, q-crq vvb pn22 po22 n2 av av-j, cst n1 cc n1, n1 cc n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14408 | and all their Herds and Herdsmen come not in? No, the Lord will separate one day; | and all their Herds and Herdsmen come not in? No, the Lord will separate one day; | cc d po32 n2 cc n2 vvb xx p-acp? uh-dx, dt n1 vmb vvi crd n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14409 | do what you can therefore, you that are in Christs stead now. Boast not of Church-priviledges only, I am a Church-member, |
do what you can Therefore, you that Are in Christ stead now. Boast not of Church privileges only, I am a Church-member, and now all is well; | vdb r-crq pn22 vmb av, pn22 cst vbr p-acp npg1 n1 av. vvb xx pp-f n2 av-j, pns11 vbm dt n1, cc av d vbz av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2614 | Page 200 |
14410 | say not, We have Abram to our Father; | say not, We have Abram to our Father; | vvb xx, pns12 vhb np1 p-acp po12 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14411 | cry not the Temple of the Lord, and all the Christians in the Church think well of me; | cry not the Temple of the Lord, and all the Christians in the Church think well of me; | vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d dt njpg2 p-acp dt n1 vvb av pp-f pno11; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14412 | for Christ Jesus will make a separation one day (all is not Fish that comes to the Net) and then better never have known what Church fellowship means, | for christ jesus will make a separation one day (all is not Fish that comes to the Net) and then better never have known what Church fellowship means, | p-acp np1 np1 vmb vvi dt n1 crd n1 (d vbz xx n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1) cc av av-jc av vhi vvn r-crq n1 n1 vvz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14413 | and yet be all the wh•le a stranger to Christ; thou thinkest all have g•ven their approbation of thee; so in charity they may; | and yet be all the wh•le a stranger to christ; thou Thinkest all have g•ven their approbation of thee; so in charity they may; | cc av vbb d dt j dt n1 p-acp np1; pns21 vv2 d vhb vvn po32 n1 pp-f pno21; av p-acp n1 pns32 vmb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14414 | but yet it may be some have had secret feares, and doleful thoughts of thy estate; | but yet it may be Some have had secret fears, and doleful thoughts of thy estate; | cc-acp av pn31 vmb vbi d vhb vhn j-jn n2, cc j n2 pp-f po21 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14415 | and what have they done? Even as we do with those we cannot cast by any inferiour Courts, we put them over to be tried by the Highest Court of the Kingdome; | and what have they done? Even as we do with those we cannot cast by any inferior Courts, we put them over to be tried by the Highest Court of the Kingdom; | cc q-crq vhb pns32 vdn? j c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp d pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp d j-jn n2, pns12 vvd pno32 a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14416 | and that is very dreadful, if their case be bad; | and that is very dreadful, if their case be bad; | cc d vbz av j, cs po32 n1 vbb j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14417 | so here, one thinks it a shame to live out, and hence for to serve his honour, sets himself up there; | so Here, one thinks it a shame to live out, and hence for to serve his honour, sets himself up there; | av av, pi vvz pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi av, cc av c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vvz px31 a-acp a-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14418 | another wants Marriage, and that's the way to it; | Another Wants Marriage, and that's the Way to it; | j-jn vvz n1, cc d|vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14419 | another thinks of his gaine in a Town, in Fields, or in shop, hence desires it; | Another thinks of his gain in a Town, in Fields, or in shop, hence Desires it; | j-jn vvz pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2, cc p-acp n1, av vvz pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14420 | anothers conscience is only troubled for want of a Sacrament, hence would come in, and there they sit still; oh takeheed of this. | another's conscience is only troubled for want of a Sacrament, hence would come in, and there they fit still; o takeheed of this. | j-jn n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, av vmd vvi p-acp, cc a-acp pns32 vvb av; uh n1 pp-f d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2615 | Page 201 |
14421 | Hence see there is need of conversion in some Church-members; | Hence see there is need of conversion in Some Church-members; | av vvi a-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2616 | Page 201 |
14422 | Did you ever see a Church-member converted? said one, as if then the bitterness of death was passed, when once in the Church; | vdd pn22 av vvi dt n1 vvn? j-vvn crd, c-acp cs av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, c-crq a-acp p-acp dt n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2616 | Page 201 | |
14423 | some should look about them herein; I'le only give this Rule, Be alway converting, and be alway converted; turn us again O Lord; | Some should look about them herein; I'll only give this Rule, Be always converting, and be always converted; turn us again Oh Lord; | d vmd vvi p-acp pno32 av; pns11|vmb av-j vvi d n1, vbb av vvg, cc vbb av vvn; vvb pno12 av uh n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2616 | Page 201 |
14424 | When a man thinks, I was humbled and comforted, I'le not lay all by, and so live on old Scraps; Oh beware of that frame! | When a man thinks, I was humbled and comforted, I'll not lay all by, and so live on old Scraps; O beware of that frame! | c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns11 vbds vvn cc vvn, pns11|vmb xx vvi d p-acp, cc av vvb p-acp j n2; uh vvb pp-f d n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2616 | Page 201 |
14425 | not that a Christian should be alwayes pulling up foundations, and ever doubting; | not that a Christian should be always pulling up foundations, and ever doubting; | xx d dt njp vmd vbi av vvg a-acp n2, cc av vvg; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2616 | Page 201 |
14426 | but to make sure, be alway converting, more humble, more sensible of sinne, more near to Christ Jesus; | but to make sure, be always converting, more humble, more sensible of sin, more near to christ jesus; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi j, vbb av vvg, av-dc j, av-dc j pp-f n1, av-dc av-j p-acp np1 np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2616 | Page 201 |
14427 | and then you that are sure, may be more sure; and you that are not, may be sure indeed. | and then you that Are sure, may be more sure; and you that Are not, may be sure indeed. | cc cs pn22 cst vbr j, vmb vbi av-dc j; cc pn22 cst vbr xx, vmb vbi j av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2616 | Page 201 |
14428 | Of thankfulness to all Gods people called to Christ, |
Of thankfulness to all God's people called to christ, that he should make a separation between you and Others; | pp-f n1 p-acp d ng1 n1 vvn p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22 cc ng2-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14429 | this is the wonder and Diamond of Gods Ring of love compassing all the Saints, in separating them from others. | this is the wonder and Diamond of God's Ring of love compassing all the Saints, in separating them from Others. | d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f n1 vvg d dt n2, p-acp n-vvg pno32 p-acp n2-jn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14430 | Mal. 1. 1, 2, 3. Was not Esau Iacobs brother? yet I loved one, and hated the other. | Malachi 1. 1, 2, 3. Was not Esau Iacobs brother? yet I loved one, and hated the other. | np1 crd crd, crd, crd vbds xx np1 npg1 n1? av pns11 vvd pi, cc vvd dt n-jn. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14431 | Psal. 78. 67, 68. He c•ose not the Tribe of Ephraim, but Iudah; | Psalm 78. 67, 68. He c•ose not the Tribe of Ephraim, but Iudah; | np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp np1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14432 | and there was Sion, and there David; so for the Lord to choose thee, and leave so many thousands in the World, is mercy; | and there was Sion, and there David; so for the Lord to choose thee, and leave so many thousands in the World, is mercy; | cc a-acp vbds np1, cc a-acp np1; av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvb av d crd p-acp dt n1, vbz n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14433 | but to choose thee, and leave many of the Town where thou livest, that's more; that had some meanes, and were better in birth, place, and parts, than thee; | but to choose thee, and leave many of the Town where thou Livest, that's more; that had Some means, and were better in birth, place, and parts, than thee; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvb d pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns21 vv2, d|vbz av-dc; cst vhd d n2, cc vbdr j p-acp n1, n1, cc n2, cs pno21; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14434 | but to choose thee from thy friends, two grinding in a Mill, and lying in a bed, one taken, tother left, is more; | but to choose thee from thy Friends, two grinding in a Mill, and lying in a Bed, one taken, tother left, is more; | cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n2, crd vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, pi vvn, j-jn vvn, vbz av-dc; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14435 | but of professors, and glorious ones too, whom thou dost highly esteem, to choose thee, and leave them; | but of professors, and glorious ones too, whom thou dost highly esteem, to choose thee, and leave them; | cc-acp pp-f n2, cc j pi2 av, ro-crq pns21 vd2 av-j vvi, pc-acp vvi pno21, cc vvi pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14436 | to open to thee, and shut the door against them, this is indeed wonderful! if thou art one of these, he hath made thee thankful for it; | to open to thee, and shut the door against them, this is indeed wondered! if thou art one of these, he hath made thee thankful for it; | pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32, d vbz av j! cs pns21 vb2r crd pp-f d, pns31 vhz vvn pno21 j p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14437 | Oh this the mark and Crown of glory, and fruit of the Lords old love, | O this the mark and Crown of glory, and fruit of the lords old love, | uh d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 j n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14438 | for his opening of thy eyes, and changing thy heart, and giving thee rest and peace on his Son. VERSE 13. Watch. | for his opening of thy eyes, and changing thy heart, and giving thee rest and peace on his Son. VERSE 13. Watch. | p-acp po31 n-vvg pp-f po21 n2, cc vvg po21 n1, cc vvg pno21 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 n1 crd n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2617 | Page 201 |
14439 | THat all the Churches of God are bound to be very watchful, |
THat all the Churches of God Are bound to be very watchful, by considering the Parable of these foolish Virgins. | cst d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi av j, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d j n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2618 | Page 201 |
14440 | Quest. 1. Against what shall they watch? Answ. 1. Against security, and dead-heartedness. 2. Against sleightness and shallowness of the work of grace in them. | Quest. 1. Against what shall they watch? Answer 1. Against security, and dead-heartedness. 2. Against slightness and shallowness of the work of grace in them. | n1. crd p-acp q-crq vmb pns32 vvi? np1 crd p-acp n1, cc n1. crd p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2619 | Page 201 |
14441 | Quest. 2. For what should they watch? Answ. For the blessed appearing, and glorious coming of Christ Jesus. | Quest. 2. For what should they watch? Answer For the blessed appearing, and glorious coming of christ jesus. | n1. crd p-acp r-crq vmd pns32 vvi? np1 p-acp dt j-vvn vvg, cc j n-vvg pp-f np1 np1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2622 | Page 202 |
14442 | at his first coming, 1 Pet. 1. 10, 11, 12. they searched after, and waited for his coming, | At his First coming, 1 Pet. 1. 10, 11, 12. they searched After, and waited for his coming, | p-acp po31 ord n-vvg, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd pns32 vvd a-acp, cc vvd p-acp po31 n-vvg, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2623 | Page 202 |
14443 | and rejoyced to see that day; so should we now for his second. Of exhortation to these Churches in N. E. Oh be watchful, First, |
and rejoiced to see that day; so should we now for his second. Of exhortation to these Churches in N. E. O be watchful, First, Against security. Motives. | cc vvd pc-acp vvi d n1; av vmd pns12 av p-acp po31 ord. pp-f n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp np1 np1 uh vbb j, ord, p-acp n1. n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2623 | Page 202 |
14444 | 1. Because 'tis the last sin as you have heard, which surprizeth Saints; | 1. Because it's the last since as you have herd, which surpriseth Saints; | crd p-acp pn31|vbz dt ord n1 c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, r-crq vvz n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2625 | Page 202 |
14445 | a Christian at first conversion, strives and gets mastery over many sins, but some are very hard, that he cannot overcome them; | a Christian At First conversion, strives and gets mastery over many Sins, but Some Are very hard, that he cannot overcome them; | dt njp p-acp ord n1, vvz cc vvz n1 p-acp d n2, cc-acp d vbr av j, cst pns31 vmbx vvi pno32; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2625 | Page 202 |
14446 | and because he cannot, hence like the Israelites, he is ready to think the worst is past, and I cannot be better; | and Because he cannot, hence like the Israelites, he is ready to think the worst is past, and I cannot be better; | cc c-acp pns31 vmbx, av av-j dt np2, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt js vbz j, cc pns11 vmbx vbi jc; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2625 | Page 202 |
14447 | and hence lies secure, and makes truce with sin. 2. 'Tis a very dangerous sin; | and hence lies secure, and makes truce with since. 2. It's a very dangerous since; | cc av vvz j, cc vvz n1 p-acp n1. crd pn31|vbz dt j j n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2625 | Page 202 |
14448 | What temptation may not a man fall into, and be overcome with, when he is sleepy and secure? A strong man that is asleep, may not a childe, any weak enemy cut his Throat, | What temptation may not a man fallen into, and be overcome with, when he is sleepy and secure? A strong man that is asleep, may not a child, any weak enemy Cut his Throat, | q-crq n1 vmb xx dt n1 vvb p-acp, cc vbi vvn p-acp, c-crq pns31 vbz j cc j? dt j n1 cst vbz j, vmb xx dt n1, d j n1 vvi po31 n1, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2626 | Page 202 |
14449 | or pick his Pockers? it may be when awakened he may recover his losses, but it is sad for the present with him; so here. | or pick his Pockers? it may be when awakened he may recover his losses, but it is sad for the present with him; so Here. | cc vvi po31 n2? pn31 vmb vbi c-crq vvn pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j p-acp pno31; av av. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2626 | Page 202 |
14450 | 3. It is a most bewitching sin; because nothing is so sweet as sleep, and the sweeter, the stronger, and the worse. | 3. It is a most bewitching since; Because nothing is so sweet as sleep, and the Sweeten, the Stronger, and the Worse. | crd pn31 vbz dt av-ds j-vvg n1; c-acp pix vbz av j c-acp n1, cc dt jc, dt jc, cc dt jc. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2627 | Page 202 |
14451 | 4. 'Tis the temptation of this place. 1. Because when Churches grow secure, then all begin to slumber; | 4. It's the temptation of this place. 1. Because when Churches grow secure, then all begin to slumber; | crd pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1. crd p-acp c-crq n2 vvb j, cs d vvb pc-acp vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2628 | Page 202 |
14452 | else one might awaken all. 2. Because here's peace; | Else one might awaken all. 2. Because here's peace; | av pi vmd vvi d. crd p-acp av|vbz n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2628 | Page 202 |
14453 | we have our ease, and our pillows, and feather-beds, and are out of the noise of persecution; | we have our ease, and our pillows, and featherbeds, and Are out of the noise of persecution; | pns12 vhb po12 n1, cc po12 n2, cc n2, cc vbr av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2628 | Page 202 |
14454 | and hence sleep, and watch not; are secure and dead-hearted, and pray not; our hearts dye, and prayers dye by this means. | and hence sleep, and watch not; Are secure and deadhearted, and pray not; our hearts die, and Prayers die by this means. | cc av vvb, cc vvb xx; vbr j cc j, cc vvb xx; po12 n2 vvi, cc n2 vvb p-acp d n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2628 | Page 202 |
14455 | 3. Because of many sad wearisome Trials, and heavy loads; | 3. Because of many sad wearisome Trials, and heavy loads; | crd p-acp pp-f d j j n2, cc j n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2629 | Page 202 |
14456 | 'tis hard to live for some, and their bodies are weak, and cates, and distractions many, | it's hard to live for Some, and their bodies Are weak, and cates, and distractions many, | pn31|vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d, cc po32 n2 vbr j, cc n2, cc n2 d, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2629 | Page 202 |
14457 | and griefs from servants rudeness, &c. exceeding; and debts come upon men; sorrow made the Disciples eyes heavy, Luke 22. 45. The poor loaden horse when sp•r-gall'd, | and griefs from Servants rudeness, etc. exceeding; and debts come upon men; sorrow made the Disciples eyes heavy, Lycia 22. 45. The poor loaded horse when sp•r-galled, | cc n2 p-acp n2 n1, av vvg; cc n2 vvb p-acp n2; n1 vvd dt n2 n2 j, av crd crd dt j j-vvn n1 c-crq j, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2629 | Page 202 |
14458 | and the Load heavy, and Legs weary, he will lie down in the high way, till rest and provender be given him. | and the Load heavy, and Legs weary, he will lie down in the high Way, till rest and provender be given him. | cc dt n1 j, cc n2 j, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1, c-acp n1 cc n1 vbb vvn pno31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2629 | Page 202 |
14459 | 5. Oh therefore blessed are ye if you endure temptation, and watch one hour in this place and time. | 5. O Therefore blessed Are you if you endure temptation, and watch one hour in this place and time. | crd uh av vvn vbr pn22 cs pn22 vvb n1, cc vvi crd n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2630 | Page 202 |
14460 | I tell you the Lord will fet thee down, and serve thee, and give thee what thou callest for. | I tell you the Lord will fetched thee down, and serve thee, and give thee what thou Callest for. | pns11 vvb pn22 dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 a-acp, cc vvi pno21, cc vvb pno21 r-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2630 | Page 202 |
14461 | Secondly, Against sleightness, and an hoverly work; Motives. 1. Many looking after Christ, deceive themselves here; here is their wound; | Secondly, Against slightness, and an hourly work; Motives. 1. Many looking After christ, deceive themselves Here; Here is their wound; | ord, p-acp n1, cc dt j n1; n2. crd np1 vvg p-acp np1, vvb px32 av; av vbz po32 n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2631 | Page 202 |
14462 | they have some taste of sins bitterness, and some taste of Christ, and some affections; but the life of Christ they want; | they have Some taste of Sins bitterness, and Some taste of christ, and Some affections; but the life of christ they want; | pns32 vhb d n1 pp-f n2 n1, cc d n1 pp-f np1, cc d n2; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns32 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2632 | Page 202 |
14463 | not that all must have the same measure; but consider of what hath been opened to you; | not that all must have the same measure; but Consider of what hath been opened to you; | xx cst d vmb vhi dt d n1; cc-acp vvb pp-f r-crq vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn22; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2632 | Page 202 |
14464 | Oh these colours, formes, and figures, and images, and pageants, and pictures, and names, and paints, | O these colours, forms, and figures, and Images, and pageants, and pictures, and names, and paints, | uh d n2, n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc vvz, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2632 | Page 202 |
14465 | and gildings, are the undoing of many. | and gildings, Are the undoing of many. | cc n2, vbr dt n-vvg pp-f d. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2632 | Page 202 |
14466 | 2. Consider the example of David, who though a Prophet, yet desires, O that I might see the Lord in his house! | 2. Consider the Exampl of David, who though a Prophet, yet Desires, Oh that I might see the Lord in his house! | crd np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq c-acp dt n1, av vvz, uh cst pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2633 | Page 202 |
14467 | Paul reached after more and more; as for his prize, he made work of it. 3. Christ is full, and hath enough Spirit; oh therefore seek for more! | Paul reached After more and more; as for his prize, he made work of it. 3. christ is full, and hath enough Spirit; o Therefore seek for more! | np1 vvd a-acp av-dc cc av-dc; c-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd n1 pp-f pn31. crd np1 vbz j, cc vhz d n1; uh av vvb p-acp av-dc! | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2633 | Page 202 |
14468 | if you know this gift, and ask, he will give Rivers of waters; Young Christians, look to your selves as you wax old; | if you know this gift, and ask, he will give rivers of waters; Young Christians, look to your selves as you wax old; | cs pn22 vvb d n1, cc vvi, pns31 vmb vvi n2 pp-f n2; j np1, vvb p-acp po22 n2 c-acp pn22 vvb j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2634 | Page 202 |
14469 | what is become of your gold? why doth Copper appear now, in comparison of what it hath been (it may be) formerly? Thirdly, For Christs coming; Motives. | what is become of your gold? why does Copper appear now, in comparison of what it hath been (it may be) formerly? Thirdly, For Christ coming; Motives. | q-crq vbz vvn pp-f po22 n1? q-crq vdz n1 vvi av, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pn31 vhz vbn (pn31 vmb vbi) av-j? ord, c-acp npg1 vvg; n2. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2634 | Page 202 |
14470 | 1. This is the beginning of glory; | 1. This is the beginning of glory; | crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2636 | Page 202 |
14471 | Adam looked only for his happiness in an earthly Paradise, but you are heirs of an heavenly, Tit. 2. 13. 2. You have nothing else to look for; | Adam looked only for his happiness in an earthly Paradise, but you Are Heirs of an heavenly, Tit. 2. 13. 2. You have nothing Else to look for; | np1 vvd av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp pn22 vbr n2 pp-f dt j, np1 crd crd crd pn22 vhb pix av pc-acp vvi p-acp; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2636 | Page 202 |
14472 | if only of the things of this world you might look for your portion here, it were another matter; | if only of the things of this world you might look for your portion Here, it were Another matter; | cs av-j pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1 pn22 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n1 av, pn31 vbdr j-jn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2637 | Page 202 |
14473 | but now when called, justified, sanctified, sin warring against thee, and nothing but thy body and breath between thee and Christ; oh look after it. | but now when called, justified, sanctified, since warring against thee, and nothing but thy body and breath between thee and christ; o look After it. | cc-acp av c-crq vvd, vvn, j-vvn, n1 j-vvg p-acp pno21, cc pix cc-acp po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno21 cc np1; uh vvb p-acp pn31. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2637 | Page 203 |
14474 | 3. Sorrows in the Country cry for it; | 3. Sorrows in the Country cry for it; | crd np1 p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp pn31; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2638 | Page 203 |
14475 | we think within few years the Land will be out of heart, and want of cloaths, | we think within few Years the Land will be out of heart, and want of clothes, | pns12 vvb p-acp d n2 dt n1 vmb vbi av pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2638 | Page 203 |
14476 | or not money to buy, or pay debts, and this and tother evil will ensue; | or not money to buy, or pay debts, and this and tother evil will ensue; | cc xx n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi n2, cc d cc j-jn n-jn vmb vvi; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2638 | Page 203 |
14477 | so for particular persons, What shall I do hereafter? &c. True, but glory will pay for all at Christs coming. | so for particular Persons, What shall I do hereafter? etc. True, but glory will pay for all At Christ coming. | av p-acp j n2, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi av? av j, cc-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp npg1 vvg. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2638 | Page 203 |
14478 | 4. All Saints ever looked for this long ago; | 4. All Saints ever looked for this long ago; | crd av-d n2 av vvd p-acp d av-j av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2639 | Page 203 |
14479 | the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 1. 7. and the Thessal••ians, 1 Thes. 1. ult. and the Philippians, Phil. 3. 20, 21. grace teacheth men so to do, Tit. 2. 13. and promise of mercy is made to such only, Heb. 9. ult. and hence Rev. 22. the Church cryes o•t, Come Lord, come quickly; | the Corinthians, 1 Cor. 1. 7. and the Thessal••ians, 1 Thebes 1. ult. and the Philippians, Philip 3. 20, 21. grace Teaches men so to do, Tit. 2. 13. and promise of mercy is made to such only, Hebrew 9. ult. and hence Rev. 22. the Church cries o•t, Come Lord, come quickly; | dt np1, crd np1 crd crd cc dt n2, crd np1 crd n1. cc dt njp2, np1 crd crd, crd n1 vvz n2 av pc-acp vdi, np1 crd crd cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp d j, np1 crd n1. cc av n1 crd dt n1 vvz av, vvb n1, vvb av-j; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2639 | Page 203 |
14480 | Oh wait for this time when he shall Redeem, comfort, glorifie, free from all snares and sins; | O wait for this time when he shall redeem, Comfort, Glorify, free from all snares and Sins; | uh vvb p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, n1, vvi, j p-acp d n2 cc n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2639 | Page 203 |
14481 | if no hope in this life, of all men most miserable; some young ones think 'tis too soon; | if no hope in this life, of all men most miserable; Some young ones think it's too soon; | cs dx n1 p-acp d n1, pp-f d n2 av-ds j; d j pi2 vvb pn31|vbz av av; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2639 | Page 203 |
14482 | old men that are near do it; many have businesses, and cannot; | old men that Are near do it; many have businesses, and cannot; | j n2 cst vbr j vdb pn31; d vhb n2, cc vmbx; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2639 | Page 203 |
14483 | cannot you carry it to the fields, and rejoyce in expectations of this, but must be alwayes cast down? &c. O teach it your Children; | cannot you carry it to the fields, and rejoice in Expectations of this, but must be always cast down? etc. Oh teach it your Children; | vmbx pn22 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2, cc vvi p-acp n2 pp-f d, cc-acp vmb vbi av vvn a-acp? av uh vvb pn31 po22 n2; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2639 | Page 203 |
14484 | speak of it one Brother to another; | speak of it one Brother to Another; | vvb pp-f pn31 crd n1 p-acp j-jn; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2639 | Page 203 |
14485 | some of you are poor and morning, oh be comforted, 'tis for your sake Christ will come, | Some of you Are poor and morning, o be comforted, it's for your sake christ will come, | d pp-f pn22 vbr j cc n1, uh vbb vvn, pn31|vbz p-acp po22 n1 np1 vmb vvi, | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2639 | Page 203 |
14486 | and refresh, and wipe away your tears. Thus I have finished this Parable; | and refresh, and wipe away your tears. Thus I have finished this Parable; | cc vvi, cc vvb av po22 n2. av pns11 vhb vvn d n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2639 | Page 203 |
14487 | there are divers and many Interpretations hereof given by some, but I speak what I believe; | there Are diverse and many Interpretations hereof given by Some, but I speak what I believe; | pc-acp vbr j cc d n2 av vvn p-acp d, cc-acp pns11 vvb r-crq pns11 vvb; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2640 | Page 203 |
14488 | I differ in nothing but ever gave reason. | I differ in nothing but ever gave reason. | pns11 vvb p-acp pix cc-acp av vvd n1. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2640 | Page 203 |
14489 | And verily if you regard not, the Lord shall bring all these things as Witnesses against you another day; | And verily if you regard not, the Lord shall bring all these things as Witnesses against you Another day; | cc av-j cs pn22 vvb xx, dt n1 vmb vvi d d n2 c-acp n2 p-acp pn22 j-jn n1; | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2641 | Page 203 |
14490 | I believe it shall not be without some fruit; give him the glory that gives it. FINIS. | I believe it shall not be without Some fruit; give him the glory that gives it. FINIS. | pns11 vvb pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp d n1; vvb pno31 dt n1 cst vvz pn31. fw-la. | (46) chapter (DIV2) | 2641 | Page 203 |
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759 | 0 | Object. 1. | Object. 1. | n1. crd |
760 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
762 | 0 | Object. 2. | Object. 2. | n1. crd |
762 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
765 | 0 | Object. 3. | Object. 3. | n1. crd |
765 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
766 | 0 | Object. 4. | Object. 4. | n1. crd |
766 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
768 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
769 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
782 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
842 | 0 | Concl. 3. | Conclusio 3. | np1 crd |
908 | 0 | Quest. 1. | Quest. 1. | n1. crd |
909 | 0 | Quest. 2. | Quest. 2. | n1. crd |
910 | 0 | Quest. 1. | Quest. 1. | n1. crd |
911 | 0 | Answ. 1. | Answer 1. | np1 crd |
951 | 0 | Obj. | Object | np1 |
951 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1026 | 0 | Means 1. | Means 1. | vvz crd |
1078 | 0 | Means 2. | Means 2. | vvz crd |
1129 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
1234 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
1235 | 0 | Answ, | Answer, | np1, |
1347 | 0 | Reasons. | Reasons. | n2. |
1380 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
1404 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | n1 crd |
1418 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
1420 | 0 | Exhort. 1. | Exhort. 1. | vvb. crd |
1445 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
1446 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1454 | 0 | Means 1 ▪ | Means 1 ▪ | vvz crd ▪ |
1473 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
1474 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1522 | 0 | Means 2. | Means 2. | vvz crd |
1539 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1555 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
1557 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1576 | 0 | Means 3. | Means 3. | vvz crd |
1596 | 0 | Means 4. | Means 4. | vvz crd |
1617 | 0 | Means 5. | Means 5. | vvz crd |
1621 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
1622 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1636 | 0 | Means 6. | Means 6. | vvz crd |
1650 | 0 | Means 7. | Means 7. | vvz crd |
1657 | 0 | Exhort. 2. | Exhort. 2. | vvi. crd |
1669 | 0 | Psal. 86. 7, 8. | Psalm 86. 7, 8. | np1 crd crd, crd |
1672 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
1674 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1688 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
1753 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
1753 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1826 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
1827 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1868 | 0 | Exhort. 3. | Exhort. 3. | vvb. crd |
1873 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
1873 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
1893 | 0 | M•t. 1. | M•t. 1. | n1. crd |
1970 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
1971 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2018 | 0 | Use 4, Of Exhort. | Use 4, Of Exhort. | vvb crd, pp-f vvb. |
2166 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
2167 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2256 | 0 | Quest. 1. | Quest. 1. | n1. crd |
2257 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2263 | 0 | Quest. 2. | Quest. 2. | n1. crd |
2264 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2273 | 0 | Doct. 1. | Doct. 1. | np1 crd |
2283 | 0 | Reas. 1. | Reas. 1. | np1 crd |
2295 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
2305 | 0 | Reason 3. | Reason 3. | n1 crd |
2311 | 0 | Reason 4. | Reason 4. | n1 crd |
2313 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
2396 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
2397 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2434 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
2446 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
2447 | 0 | Ans•. | Ans•. | np1. |
2506 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
2507 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2542 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
2543 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2653 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
2659 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
2805 | 0 | Use 5. Of Exhort. | Use 5. Of Exhort. | vvb crd pp-f vvb. |
2830 | 0 | Object. 1. | Object. 1. | n1. crd |
2830 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2833 | 0 | Object. 2. | Object. 2. | n1. crd |
2833 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2843 | 0 | Object. 3. | Object. 3. | n1. crd |
2844 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2846 | 0 | Object. 4. | Object. 4. | n1. crd |
2848 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2851 | 0 | Object. 5. | Object. 5. | n1. crd |
2851 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
2859 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
2860 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3007 | 0 | Observ. 2. | Observation 2. | np1 crd |
3029 | 0 | Reas. 1. | Reas. 1. | np1 crd |
3056 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
3075 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
3082 | 0 | Reas. 4. | Reas. 4. | np1 crd |
3098 | 0 | Use. 1. | Use. 1. | vvb. crd |
3113 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
3113 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3139 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
3145 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
3147 | 0 | This was preached about the time o• the Pequot wars. | This was preached about the time o• the Pequot wars. | np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 dt fw-la n2. |
3186 | 0 | Use 3. Of Exam. | Use 3. Of Exam. | vvb crd pp-f np1 |
3198 | 0 | Sign 1. | Signen 1. | vvb crd |
3238 | 0 | Sign 2. | Signen 2. | vvb crd |
3251 | 0 | Sign 3. | Signen 3. | vvb crd |
3293 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
3342 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
3343 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3373 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
3373 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3413 | 0 | Reas. 1. | Reas. 1. | np1 crd |
3422 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
3434 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
3442 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
3443 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3465 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
3466 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3495 | 0 | Use. 1. | Use. 1. | vvb. crd |
3524 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
3525 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3574 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
3581 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
3669 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
3670 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3707 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
3709 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3783 | 0 | Use 7. | Use 7. | vvb crd |
3881 | 0 | Use 5. Of Exhort. | Use 5. Of Exhort. | vvb crd pp-f vvb. |
3888 | 0 | M•tive 1. | M•tive 1. | j-jn crd |
3892 | 0 | Motive 2. | Motive 2. | n1 crd |
3896 | 0 | Motive 4. | Motive 4. | n1 crd |
3897 | 0 | Motive 5. | Motive 5. | n1 crd |
3902 | 0 | Motive 6. | Motive 6. | n1 crd |
3904 | 0 | Motive 7. | Motive 7. | n1 crd |
3906 | 0 | Means 1. | Means 1. | vvz crd |
3912 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
3914 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
3928 | 0 | Means 2. | Means 2. | vvz crd |
3957 | 0 | Observ. 1. | Observation 1. | np1 crd |
3958 | 0 | Observ. 2. | Observation 2. | np1 crd |
3960 | 0 | Observ. 3. | Observation 3. | np1 crd |
3961 | 0 | Observ. 4. | Observation 4. | np1 crd |
3961 | 1 | Observ. 1. | Observation 1. | np1 crd |
3972 | 0 | Reas. 1. | Reas. 1. | np1 crd |
4003 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
4016 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
4047 | 0 | Reas. 4. | Reas. 4. | np1 crd |
4054 | 0 | Reas. 5. | Reas. 5. | np1 crd |
4068 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | n1 crd |
4073 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
4073 | 1 | Of Advice. | Of advice. | pp-f n1. |
4088 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
4089 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
4106 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
4128 | 0 | Observ. 2. | Observation 2. | np1 crd |
4162 | 0 | Reas. 1. | Reas. 1. | np1 crd |
4173 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
4183 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
4200 | 0 | Reas. 4. | Reas. 4. | np1 crd |
4225 | 0 | Reas. 5. | Reas. 5. | np1 crd |
4235 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
4266 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
4284 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
4306 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
4311 | 0 | Sign 1. | Signen 1. | vvb crd |
4333 | 0 | Sign 2. | Signen 2. | vvb crd |
4352 | 0 | Object. Answ. | Object. Answer | n1. np1 |
4358 | 0 | Sign 3. | Signen 3. | vvb crd |
4372 | 0 | Sign 4. | Signen 4. | n1 crd |
4389 | 0 | Sign 5. | Signen 5. | vvb crd |
4401 | 0 | Sign 6. | Signen 6. | vvb crd |
4472 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
4475 | 0 | Doct. 3. | Doct. 3. | np1 crd |
4505 | 0 | Reas. 1. | Reas. 1. | np1 crd |
4520 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
4531 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
4540 | 0 | Reas. 4. | Reas. 4. | np1 crd |
4567 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
4567 | 1 | Of Confut. | Of Confute | pp-f np1 |
4576 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
4576 | 1 | Of Confut. | Of Confute | pp-f np1 |
4601 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvi crd |
4619 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
4627 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
4748 | 0 | Use 6 | Use 6 | vvb crd |
4809 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
4810 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
4859 | 0 | Object. 2. | Object. 2. | n1. crd |
4860 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
4865 | 0 | Object. 3. | Object. 3. | n1. crd |
4867 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
4875 | 0 | Object. 4. | Object. 4. | n1. crd |
4877 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
4884 | 0 | Object. 5. | Object. 5. | n1. crd |
4886 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
4900 | 0 | Use 7. | Use 7. | vvb crd |
4901 | 0 | Of Exhort. | Of Exhort. | pp-f vvb. |
4909 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
4911 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
4991 | 0 | Use 8. | Use 8. | vvb crd |
4992 | 0 | Use 9. | Use 9. | vvb crd |
5029 | 0 | Reas. 1. | Reas. 1. | np1 crd |
5038 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
5056 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
5089 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
5120 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
5135 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
5151 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
5159 | 0 | Means 1. | Means 1. | n2 crd |
5169 | 0 | Means 2. | Means 2. | vvz crd |
5172 | 0 | Means 3. | Means 3. | vvz crd |
5176 | 0 | Means 4. | Means 4. | vvz crd |
5177 | 0 | Use 6. | Use 6. | vvb crd |
5203 | 0 | Doct. 1. | Doct. 1. | np1 crd |
5240 | 0 | Reas. 1. | Reas. 1. | np1 crd |
5257 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
5267 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
5280 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
5315 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | n1 crd |
5340 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
5357 | 0 | Use 4. Of Trial. | Use 4. Of Trial. | vvb crd pp-f np1 |
5524 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
5546 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
5547 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
5548 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
5548 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
5549 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
5550 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
5554 | 0 | Use 6. Of Exhort. | Use 6. Of Exhort. | n1 crd pp-f vvb. |
5557 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
5558 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
5593 | 0 | Motiv•s. | Motiv•s. | vvz. |
5745 | 0 | Obs. 1. | Obs. 1. | np1 crd |
5746 | 0 | Obs. 2. | Obs. 2. | np1 crd |
5746 | 1 | Obs. 3. | Obs. 3. | np1 crd |
5748 | 0 | Obs. 4. | Obs. 4. | np1 crd |
5755 | 0 | Doct. 1. | Doct. 1. | np1 crd |
5779 | 0 | Reas. 1 | Reas. 1 | np1 crd |
5802 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
5821 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
5831 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
5882 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
5885 | 0 | Doct. 2. | Doct. 2. | np1 crd |
5992 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
5993 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
6002 | 0 | Object. 1. | Object. 1. | n1. crd |
6003 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
6013 | 0 | Object. 2. | Object. 2. | n1. crd |
6014 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
6015 | 0 | Object. 3. | Object. 3. | n1. crd |
6016 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
6017 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
6050 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
6063 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
6064 | 0 | Of Caution; and sad Advice. | Of Caution; and sad advice. | pp-f n1; cc j n1. |
6230 | 0 | Use 4. Of Tryall. | Use 4. Of Trial. | vvb crd pp-f n1. |
6420 | 0 | Use 5. Of Exhort. | Use 5. Of Exhort. | vvb crd pp-f vvb. |
6446 | 0 | Means 1. | Means 1. | vvz crd |
6472 | 0 | Means 2. | Means 2. | n2 crd |
6473 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
6474 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
6503 | 0 | Use 6. | Use 6. | vvb crd |
6515 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
6516 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
6568 | 0 | Doct. 3. | Doct. 3. | np1 crd |
6671 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
6674 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
6713 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
6713 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
6727 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvi crd |
6728 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
6730 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
6914 | 0 | Conclu. 1. | Conclu. 1. | np1. crd |
6924 | 0 | Conclu. 2. | Conclu. 2. | fw-la. crd |
6938 | 0 | Conclus. 3. | Conclusion. 3. | np1. crd |
6984 | 0 | Concl. 4. | Conclusio 4. | np1 crd |
7047 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
7048 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7053 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
7053 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7054 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
7054 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7078 | 0 | Quest. 1. | Quest. 1. | n1. crd |
7079 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7096 | 0 | Quest. 2. | Quest. 2. | n1. crd |
7097 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7193 | 0 | Quest. 3. | Quest. 3. | n1. crd |
7194 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7215 | 0 | Quest. 4. | Quest. 4. | n1. crd |
7215 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7225 | 0 | Quest. 5. | Quest. 5. | n1. crd |
7226 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7246 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7247 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7247 | 1 | Conclu. 1. | Conclu. 1. | fw-la. crd |
7254 | 0 | Conclu. 2. | Conclu. 2. | np1. crd |
7280 | 0 | Concl. 3. | Conclusio 3. | np1 crd |
7298 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7299 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7460 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7461 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7530 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7531 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7537 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7538 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7607 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7609 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7609 | 1 | Conclu. 1. | Conclu. 1. | fw-la. crd |
7617 | 0 | Conclu. 2. | Conclu. 2. | fw-fr. crd |
7632 | 0 | Concl. 3. | Conclusio 3. | np1 crd |
7676 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7677 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7713 | 0 | Object. 1. | Object. 1. | n1. crd |
7713 | 1 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7715 | 0 | Object. 2. | Object. 2. | n1. crd |
7716 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7718 | 0 | Object. 3. | Object. 3. | n1. crd |
7720 | 0 | Object. 4. | Object. 4. | n1. crd |
7721 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7739 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
7739 | 1 | Of Exhort. | Of Exhort. | pp-f vvb. |
7788 | 0 | Motive 1. | Motive 1. | n1 crd |
7796 | 0 | Motive 2. | Motive 2. | n1 crd |
7804 | 0 | Motive 3. | Motive 3. | n1 crd |
7809 | 0 | Motive 4. | Motive 4. | n1 crd |
7827 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7829 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7889 | 0 | Obs. 4. | Obs. 4. | np1 crd |
7911 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7912 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7958 | 0 | Use. | Use. | vvb. |
7959 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
7960 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7967 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
7968 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
7976 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
7980 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
7981 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
8041 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | n1 crd |
8056 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
8057 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
8106 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
8107 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
8144 | 0 | Quest. | Quest. | n1. |
8145 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
8162 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
8183 | 0 | Object. | Object. | n1. |
8184 | 0 | Answ. | Answer | np1 |
8273 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | n1 crd |
8273 | 1 | Of Exhort. | Of Exhort. | pp-f vvb. |
8289 | 0 | Exhort. 2. | Exhort. 2. | vvb. crd |
8373 | 0 | Reason. 1. | Reason. 1. | n1. crd |
8411 | 0 | Reason. 2. | Reason. 2. | n1. crd |
8425 | 0 | Prov. 6. 9, 10. | Curae 6. 9, 10. | np1 crd crd, crd |
8429 | 0 | Vse. 1. | Use. 1. | vvb. crd |
8501 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvi crd |
8542 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvi crd |
8567 | 0 | Acts 11. 23. | Acts 11. 23. | n2 crd crd |
8571 | 0 | 1 Sam. 17. 16. | 1 Sam. 17. 16. | vvn np1 crd crd |
8572 | 0 | Christians are to give up accounts one to another of their gains and losses. | Christians Are to give up accounts one to Another of their gains and losses. | np1 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp vvz pi p-acp n-jn pp-f po32 n2 cc n2. |
8609 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
8635 | 0 | Observation 2. | Observation 2. | n1 crd |
8652 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
8664 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
8673 | 0 | Reason 3. | Reason 3. | n1 crd |
8703 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
8796 | 0 | Observation 3. | Observation 3. | n1 crd |
8866 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
8880 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
8892 | 0 | Reason 3. | Reason 3. | n1 crd |
8902 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
8926 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
8995 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
9027 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
9054 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
9059 | 0 | Judg. 16. 28. | Judges 16. 28. | np1 crd crd |
9069 | 0 | Observation 4. | Observation 4. | n1 crd |
9121 | 0 | Vse 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
9128 | 0 | Vse 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
9135 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
9235 | 0 | Observation 1. | Observation 1. | n1 crd |
9296 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
9299 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
9305 | 0 | Reason 3. | Reason 3. | n1 crd |
9309 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
9330 | 0 | Vse 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
9357 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
9364 | 0 | Observation 2. | Observation 2. | n1 crd |
9417 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
9427 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
9431 | 0 | Reason 3. | Reason 3. | n1 crd |
9433 | 0 | Vse 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
9522 | 0 | Observation 3. | Observation 3. | n1 crd |
9543 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
9547 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
9560 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
9595 | 0 | Vse 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
9667 | 0 | Observation 1. | Observation 1. | n1 crd |
9684 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
9699 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
9710 | 0 | Reason 3. | Reason 3. | n1 crd |
9719 | 0 | Vse 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
9746 | 0 | Jer. 9. 20, 23. | Jer. 9. 20, 23. | np1 crd crd, crd |
9757 | 0 | Vse 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
9855 | 0 | Jer. 33. 9. | Jer. 33. 9. | np1 crd crd |
9866 | 0 | Isa. 56. 5. | Isaiah 56. 5. | np1 crd crd |
9903 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
9912 | 0 | Tit. 2. 10. | Tit. 2. 10. | np1 crd crd |
9950 | 0 | Vse 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
9966 | 0 | Dan. 7. | Dan. 7. | np1 crd |
9970 | 0 | Dan. 12. 2. | Dan. 12. 2. | np1 crd crd |
9973 | 0 | Exod. 9. 71. | Exod 9. 71. | np1 crd crd |
9987 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
10017 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | vvi crd |
10066 | 0 | Vse 6. | Use 6. | vvb crd |
10211 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvi crd |
10224 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvi crd |
10251 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
10270 | 0 | Observation 2. | Observation 2. | n1 crd |
10335 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
10363 | 0 | Jer. 9. 41. | Jer. 9. 41. | np1 crd crd |
10365 | 0 | Vse 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
10413 | 0 | Vse 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
10438 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
10469 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
10487 | 0 | Vse 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
10501 | 0 | Vse 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
10590 | 0 | Gal. 5. 1. | Gal. 5. 1. | np1 crd crd |
10621 | 0 | Observation 4. | Observation 4. | n1 crd |
11105 | 0 | 1 Joh. 1. 3. | 1 John 1. 3. | vvd np1 crd crd |
11134 | 0 | Observation 3. | Observation 3. | n1 crd |
11141 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
11162 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
11180 | 0 | Reason 3. | Reason 3. | n1 crd |
11190 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
11194 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
11198 | 0 | Reason 3. | Reason 3. | n1 crd |
11205 | 0 | Use. | Use. | n1. |
11246 | 0 | Vse 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
11256 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
11341 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
11394 | 0 | Observation 2. | Observation 2. | n1 crd |
11404 | 0 | Isa. 65. 8. | Isaiah 65. 8. | np1 crd crd |
11486 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
11505 | 0 | Vse. 2. | Use. 2. | vvb. crd |
11513 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
11527 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | n1 crd |
11534 | 0 | Observation ▪ 2. | Observation ▪ 2. | n1 ▪ crd |
11625 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
11629 | 0 | Jer. 45. 5. | Jer. 45. 5. | np1 crd crd |
11632 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
11646 | 0 | Vse 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
11650 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
11677 | 0 | 1 Sam. 1. 8. | 1 Sam. 1. 8. | vvd np1 crd crd |
11679 | 0 | Vse 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
11739 | 0 | Isa. 35. 1. | Isaiah 35. 1. | np1 crd crd |
11811 | 0 | Observation. | Observation. | n1. |
11818 | 0 | Use | Use | vvb |
11839 | 0 | Observ. 2. | Observation 2. | np1 crd |
11842 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
11842 | 1 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
11864 | 0 | Reas. 1. | Reas. 1. | np1 crd |
11880 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
11893 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
11914 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
12017 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
12156 | 0 | Use 5. | Use 5. | n1 crd |
12645 | 0 | Motive 1. | Motive 1. | n1 crd |
12661 | 0 | Motive 2. | Motive 2. | n1 crd |
12665 | 0 | Motive 3. | Motive 3. | n1 crd |
12721 | 0 | Meanes 3. | Means 3. | vvz crd |
12739 | 0 | Meanes 4. | Means 4. | vvz crd |
12751 | 0 | Motive 1. | Motive 1. | n1 crd |
12755 | 0 | Motive 2. | Motive 2. | n1 crd |
12757 | 0 | Motive 3. | Motive 3. | n1 crd |
12758 | 0 | Motive 4. | Motive 4. | n1 crd |
12775 | 0 | Meanes 1. | Means 1. | n2 crd |
12802 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
12804 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
12810 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
12812 | 0 | Reas. 4. | Reas. 4. | np1 crd |
12817 | 0 | Vse 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
12834 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
12969 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
12982 | 0 | Re•s. 2. | Re•s. 2. | vvz. crd |
12989 | 0 | Reas. 3. | Reas. 3. | np1 crd |
13002 | 0 | Reas. 4. | Reas. 4. | np1 crd |
13014 | 0 | Reason 5. | Reason 5. | n1 crd |
13026 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
13144 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
13148 | 0 | Reason 2. | Reason 2. | n1 crd |
13155 | 0 | Vse 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
13179 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvi crd |
13243 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
13276 | 0 | 〈 ◊ 〉 | 〈 ◊ 〉 | 〈 sy 〉 |
13280 | 0 | 〈 ◊ 〉 | 〈 ◊ 〉 | 〈 sy 〉 |
13287 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | n1 crd |
13308 | 0 | Considerat. 1. | Considerate. 1. | j. crd |
13315 | 0 | 2. Considerat. | 2. Considerate. | crd j. |
13343 | 0 | 3. Considerat. | 3. Considerate. | crd j. |
13358 | 0 | Considerat. 4. | Considerate. 4. | j. crd |
13366 | 0 | Considerat. 5. | Considerate. 5. | j. crd |
13377 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
13426 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
13463 | 0 | Vse 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
13781 | 0 | Reason 1. | Reason 1. | n1 crd |
13783 | 0 | Reas. 2. | Reas. 2. | np1 crd |
13786 | 0 | Vse 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
13809 | 0 | Use 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
13965 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
14006 | 0 | Use 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
14064 | 0 | Vse 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
14081 | 0 | Meanes 1. | Means 1. | vvz crd |
14088 | 0 | Meanes 2. | Means 2. | vvz crd |
14090 | 0 | Mean•s 3. | Mean•s 3. | vbz crd |
14096 | 0 | Use 6. | Use 6. | vvb crd |
14122 | 0 | Observ. 5. | Observation 5. | np1 crd |
14188 | 0 | Use 1. | Use 1. | vvb crd |
14205 | 0 | Vse 2. | Use 2. | vvb crd |
14284 | 0 | Use 3. | Use 3. | vvb crd |
14409 | 0 | Vse 4. | Use 4. | vvb crd |
14422 | 0 | Vse 5. | Use 5. | vvb crd |
14428 | 0 | Vse 6. | Use 6. | vvb crd |
14439 | 0 | Observation. | Observation. | n1. |
14443 | 0 | Vse. | Use. | vvb. |