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THE First Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 7, 8, 9.
THE First Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 7, 8, 9.
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Let the Wicked forsake his Way, and the Unrighteous Man his Thoughts, and let him Return unto the Lord,
Let the Wicked forsake his Way, and the Unrighteous Man his Thoughts, and let him Return unto the Lord,
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and he will have Mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly Pardon.
and he will have Mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly Pardon.
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For My Thoughts are not your Thoughts, neither are your Ways My Ways, saith the Lord.
For My Thoughts Are not your Thoughts, neither Are your Ways My Ways, Says the Lord.
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For as the Heavens are higher than the Earth, so are My Ways higher than your Ways,
For as the Heavens Are higher than the Earth, so Are My Ways higher than your Ways,
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and My Thoughts than your Thoughts. THere are Three Things Considerable in this Passage: First, A Call to Repentance, by a Double Precept, or Injunction of Duty.
and My Thoughts than your Thoughts. THere Are Three Things Considerable in this Passage: First, A Call to Repentance, by a Double Precept, or Injunction of Duty.
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The Persons concerned in it are set forth under two Names, to take in all sorts of Sinners;
The Persons concerned in it Are Set forth under two Names, to take in all sorts of Sinners;
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The Wicked, and the Ʋnrighteous: And the Duty is doubly exprest;The Wicked, and the Ʋnrighteous: And the Duty is doubly expressed;
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to forsake their evil Wayes, and Thoughts, and to Return to the Lord: Which are the Two Parts of true Repentance, Turning from Sin, and Returning to God.
to forsake their evil Ways, and Thoughts, and to Return to the Lord: Which Are the Two Parts of true Repentance, Turning from since, and Returning to God.
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Secondly, Here's an Encouraging Promise, that God will have Mercy on such Penitents, and will abundantly Pardon 'em:Secondly, Here's an Encouraging Promise, that God will have Mercy on such Penitents, and will abundantly Pardon they:
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That He will Interest them in the sure Mercies of David, Ver. 3. or in all the Blessings of the Everlasting Covenant by Christ: 'Tis of him you must understand, Ver. 4, 5, 6. of whom David was only a Type:
That He will Interest them in the sure mercies of David, Ver. 3. or in all the Blessings of the Everlasting Covenant by christ: It's of him you must understand, Ver. 4, 5, 6. of whom David was only a Type:
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Behold I have given him for a Witness to the People, a Leader and Commander to the People, &c. Thirdly, The Ground and Reason, why we may believe this Promise shall be made good:Behold I have given him for a Witness to the People, a Leader and Commander to the People, etc. Thirdly, The Ground and Reason, why we may believe this Promise shall be made good:
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For my Thoughts are not as your Thoughts, saith the Lord God, but as high as the Heavens are above the Earth, &c. i. e. There is a vast Disparity between my Thoughts and yours;For my Thoughts Are not as your Thoughts, Says the Lord God, but as high as the Heavens Are above the Earth, etc. i. e. There is a vast Disparity between my Thoughts and yours;
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and mine are Transcendently above yours, as far as Heaven is above the Earth: And so are My Ways above your Ways.
and mine Are Transcendently above yours, as Far as Heaven is above the Earth: And so Are My Ways above your Ways.
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This is true as to God's Thoughts and Purposes of Grace in Pardoning Sinners;
This is true as to God's Thoughts and Purposes of Grace in Pardoning Sinners;
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and as to the Effects of those kind Purposes in his Ways and Works. And the Highest Assurance of the Truth of all this is added from a Divine Testimony annex'd, Thus saith the Lord. He who best knows his own Gracious Designs, hath told us this;
and as to the Effects of those kind Purposes in his Ways and Works. And the Highest Assurance of the Truth of all this is added from a Divine Testimony annexed, Thus Says the Lord. He who best knows his own Gracious Designs, hath told us this;
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and by our believing it, we set to our Seals that God is true. Several things might be Observ'd, as proper to be Discours'd of, from these Words:
and by our believing it, we Set to our Seals that God is true. Several things might be Observed, as proper to be Discoursed of, from these Words:
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First, That if ever Sinners find Mercy with God, they must forsake their former Evil Ways and Course of Life.First, That if ever Sinners find Mercy with God, they must forsake their former Evil Ways and Course of Life.
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Secondly, That 'tis not enough for such to to reform their outward Practice, and forsake their Evil Ways,Secondly, That it's not enough for such to to reform their outward Practice, and forsake their Evil Ways,
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but they must be chang'd and sanctify'd in Heart, their Evil Thoughts must be forsaken.
but they must be changed and sanctified in Heart, their Evil Thoughts must be forsaken.
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Thirdly, That 'tis not sufficient to turn from Sin and Wickedness in Heart and Life, without returning unto God.Thirdly, That it's not sufficient to turn from since and Wickedness in Heart and Life, without returning unto God.
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Fourthly, That the worst of Sinners, be they wicked, as to Sins against God, or unrighteous, as to Iniquity against Men;Fourthly, That the worst of Sinners, be they wicked, as to Sins against God, or unrighteous, as to Iniquity against Men;
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yet if they turn from their Evil Wayes, and return to the Lord, they shall find Mercy.
yet if they turn from their Evil Ways, and return to the Lord, they shall find Mercy.
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Tho' you have sinned (as you think) so as never any did before, and condemn your selves as the chiefest of Sinners;
Though you have sinned (as you think) so as never any did before, and condemn your selves as the chiefest of Sinners;
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and have refus'd the pardoning Mercy of God formerly offer'd, &c. All this may be forgiven.
and have refused the pardoning Mercy of God formerly offered, etc. All this may be forgiven.
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And it is implied, that it shall be, upon every New Invitation and Call to Repentance, that Where Sin hath abounded, Grave shall much more abound.
And it is implied, that it shall be, upon every New Invitation and Call to Repentance, that Where since hath abounded, Grave shall much more abound.
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Fifthly, He will have Mercy, and will abundantly pardon;Fifthly, He will have Mercy, and will abundantly pardon;
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let him consider the Certainty of this, and thereupon Return. We may here Observe, That the great Motive and Encouragement which puts Sinners on forsaking their Evil Wayes,
let him Consider the Certainty of this, and thereupon Return. We may Here Observe, That the great Motive and Encouragement which puts Sinners on forsaking their Evil Ways,
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and turning to God, is a sensible Apprehension, that there is Mercy and Forgiveness to be had.
and turning to God, is a sensible Apprehension, that there is Mercy and Forgiveness to be had.
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There could be no Repentance without it, nor would it be required of us as a Duty, to repent and return,
There could be no Repentance without it, nor would it be required of us as a Duty, to Repent and return,
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if there were no Forgiveness with God.
if there were no Forgiveness with God.
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Sixthly, Besides the General Encouragement of finding Mercy with God, here is the special kind of Mercy, which the Sinner needs,Sixthly, Beside the General Encouragement of finding Mercy with God, Here is the special kind of Mercy, which the Sinner needs,
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and that is Pardon. I may here Observe, That pardoning Mercy to returning Sinners, is Mercy indeed; of all others, the most suitable, and most welcome.
and that is Pardon. I may Here Observe, That pardoning Mercy to returning Sinners, is Mercy indeed; of all Others, the most suitable, and most welcome.
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Seventhly, That God will not only show Mercy to Returning Sinners, but he will abundantly pardon 'em, he will multiply Pardons.Seventhly, That God will not only show Mercy to Returning Sinners, but he will abundantly pardon they, he will multiply Pardons.
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I. First, That if ever Sinners find Mercy with God, they must forsake their Evil Ways.
I First, That if ever Sinners find Mercy with God, they must forsake their Evil Ways.
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The ordinary Course of any Man's Life is very fitly called his Way, that which is his ordinary Practice, his daily Walk.
The ordinary Course of any Man's Life is very fitly called his Way, that which is his ordinary Practice, his daily Walk.
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Accordingly we read of the Way of a Sinner, and the Path of the Wicked, and the Way of Evil Men:
Accordingly we read of the Way of a Sinner, and the Path of the Wicked, and the Way of Evil Men:
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This is often call'd our own Way, in Opposition to the Way of Truth and Righteousness, which is called the Way of the Lord, or God's Way:
This is often called our own Way, in Opposition to the Way of Truth and Righteousness, which is called the Way of the Lord, or God's Way:
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Because he directs and approves it, and enables us to walk in it, and rewards us for so doing.
Because he directs and approves it, and enables us to walk in it, and rewards us for so doing.
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And this is the great difference between the Righteous and the Wicked: Their Course and Way is different.
And this is the great difference between the Righteous and the Wicked: Their Course and Way is different.
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A good Man may make a false Step, he may stumble or step out of the way, in a particular Instance,
A good Man may make a false Step, he may Stumble or step out of the Way, in a particular Instance,
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but he doth not work Iniquity, doth not walk in the way of the Ungodly, his Course and Conversation,
but he does not work Iniquity, does not walk in the Way of the Ungodly, his Course and Conversation,
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for the main of it, is otherwise.
for the main of it, is otherwise.
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And 'tis not for one or two particular Actions, good or bad, that a Man's to be denominated a good or wicked Man;
And it's not for one or two particular Actions, good or bad, that a Man's to be denominated a good or wicked Man;
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but from his ordinary Course of Life: If that be wicked, he must forsake it, or never find Mercy with God.
but from his ordinary Course of Life: If that be wicked, he must forsake it, or never find Mercy with God.
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And this must be done heartily and unfeignedly, speedily and without delay, impartially and universally, with full purpose of Heart to persevere,
And this must be done heartily and unfeignedly, speedily and without Delay, impartially and universally, with full purpose of Heart to persevere,
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and never again return to Folly. Without this, there can be no Converse with God, nor Communion with him:
and never again return to Folly. Without this, there can be no Converse with God, nor Communion with him:
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Wash ye, make ye clean, put away the Evil of your Doings, then come and let us reason together, Isa. I. 16, 17. 'Till this be resolv'd upon and begun, you are Impenitent,Wash you, make you clean, put away the Evil of your Doings, then come and let us reason together, Isaiah I. 16, 17. Till this be resolved upon and begun, you Are Impenitent,
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and so abominable in the sight of God:
and so abominable in the sighed of God:
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For certainly God wil lnto dishonour his Perfections, contradict his Word, and prostitute his Grace, to justifie the Ungodly,
For Certainly God will lnto dishonour his Perfections, contradict his Word, and prostitute his Grace, to justify the Ungodly,
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while they continue such, without desiring, resolving and endeavouring to forsake their Evil Ways.
while they continue such, without desiring, resolving and endeavouring to forsake their Evil Ways.
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Whereever Christ is a Saviour, to give Remission of Sin, he does also give them Repentance, Acts V. 31.
Wherever christ is a Saviour, to give Remission of since, he does also give them Repentance, Acts V. 31.
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II. Secondly, That 'tis not enough for one, who expects to find Mercy with God, to reform his Practices,
II Secondly, That it's not enough for one, who expects to find Mercy with God, to reform his Practices,
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and forsake his Evil Wayes, but he must be inwardly sanctify'd, his Heat renewed, his very Thoughts changed;
and forsake his Evil Ways, but he must be inwardly sanctified, his Heat renewed, his very Thoughts changed;
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Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous Man his thoughts, &c. His Thoughts, especially his False, Unjust, Unrighteous Thoughts of God, whereof Sinners have very many:Let the wicked forsake his Way, and the unrighteous Man his thoughts, etc. His Thoughts, especially his False, Unjust, Unrighteous Thoughts of God, whereof Sinners have very many:
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Here the Change must be, because the Heart is the principal Seat of Sin or Grace, of Sincerity or Hypocrisie.
Here the Change must be, Because the Heart is the principal Seat of since or Grace, of Sincerity or Hypocrisy.
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It is in the inward Thoughts and Affections of the Heart, that Sanctification or Carnality doth principally discover it self:
It is in the inward Thoughts and Affections of the Heart, that Sanctification or Carnality does principally discover it self:
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'Till the Fountain be cleansed, the Streams will be polluted. The unsanctify'd Heart is the Source of Evil Thoughts, Words and Actions: Wash thy Heart, O Jerusalem!
Till the Fountain be cleansed, the Streams will be polluted. The unsanctified Heart is the Source of Evil Thoughts, Words and Actions: Wash thy Heart, Oh Jerusalem!
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how long shall vain Thoughts lodge in thee? As a man thinketh in his heart,
how long shall vain Thoughts lodge in thee? As a man Thinketh in his heart,
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so is he, Prov. XXIII. 7. The Thoughts of the wicked, or wicked Thoughts, they are Abomination in the sight of God, Prov. XV. 26. And 'tis the Design of the Gospel,so is he, Curae XXIII. 7. The Thoughts of the wicked, or wicked Thoughts, they Are Abomination in the sighed of God, Curae XV. 26. And it's the Design of the Gospel,
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and the Glory of it, beyond all the Philosophy in the World, to bring our Thoughts into Obedience to Christ.
and the Glory of it, beyond all the Philosophy in the World, to bring our Thoughts into obedience to christ.
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While any Wickedness is indulged, and allowed in the Heart and Thoughts, no outward Reformation,
While any Wickedness is indulged, and allowed in the Heart and Thoughts, no outward Reformation,
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as to our Behaviour before the World, no Abstinence from gross Pollutions and Disorders in the Life, will denominate us truly Penitent,
as to our Behaviour before the World, no Abstinence from gross Pollutions and Disorders in the Life, will denominate us truly Penitent,
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or give us Hopes of finding Mercy with God.
or give us Hope's of finding Mercy with God.
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While we regard Iniquity in our Hearts, while the Heart goes after Covetousness, Filthiness, or any allowed Lust.
While we regard Iniquity in our Hearts, while the Heart Goes After Covetousness, Filthiness, or any allowed Lust.
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Uunless the Thoughts be chang'd, as well as the outward Course; unless the Heart be sanctify'd, as well as the Conversation reform'd; there is no Forgiveness.
Uunless the Thoughts be changed, as well as the outward Course; unless the Heart be sanctified, as well as the Conversation reformed; there is no Forgiveness.
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You know the Woe which our Saviour denounc'd against the Pharises on this Account, Mat. XXIII. 25. whom he characteriz'd as Hypocrites,
You know the Woe which our Saviour denounced against the Pharisees on this Account, Mathew XXIII. 25. whom he characterized as Hypocrites,
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because they made clean the outside of the Cup and Platter, but within were full of Extortion and Excess;
Because they made clean the outside of the Cup and Platter, but within were full of Extortion and Excess;
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that like whited Sepulchers, they appear'd Beautiful outward, but were within full of dead Mens Bones, and all Uncleanness. III.
that like whited Sepulchers, they appeared Beautiful outward, but were within full of dead Men's Bones, and all Uncleanness. III.
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Thirdly, Observe further, That 'tis not enough to turn from Sin and Wickedness in Heart and Life,Thirdly, Observe further, That it's not enough to turn from since and Wickedness in Heart and Life,
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but if you would find Mercy with God, you must return unto the Lord.
but if you would find Mercy with God, you must return unto the Lord.
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To clear this, Consider, That we are departed and gone off from God by Sin, both as he is our Chief Good and Sovereign Lord:
To clear this, Consider, That we Are departed and gone off from God by since, both as he is our Chief Good and Sovereign Lord:
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We have abandon'd and forsaken him as our Portion and Felicity, and as he is our Lord and Ruler.
We have abandoned and forsaken him as our Portion and Felicity, and as he is our Lord and Ruler.
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'Tis necessary therefore that we return to him, so as to value his Favour as our very Life, place all our Happiness in his Love and Likeness;
It's necessary Therefore that we return to him, so as to valve his Favour as our very Life, place all our Happiness in his Love and Likeness;
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observe his Orders, and endeavour to please him; that we design his Honour, and make it our Business to glorifie him;
observe his Order, and endeavour to please him; that we Design his Honour, and make it our Business to Glorify him;
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and be entirely devoted to him as our Ultimate End. Without resolving on this, there's no ground to expect Mercy in the Pardon of the least Sin;
and be entirely devoted to him as our Ultimate End. Without resolving on this, there's no ground to expect Mercy in the Pardon of the least since;
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and upon this we may hope for Forgiveness of the greatest. Men may break off a Course of Notorious, Open Wickedness, upon various and different Motives,
and upon this we may hope for Forgiveness of the greatest. Men may break off a Course of Notorious, Open Wickedness, upon various and different Motives,
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and then take up with a Negative Religion, without returning to God. They may satisfie themselves, that now they don't commit the like Crimes as formerly;
and then take up with a Negative Religion, without returning to God. They may satisfy themselves, that now they don't commit the like Crimes as formerly;
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they may think it enough, that they are not as bad as others are, or as once they were themselves:
they may think it enough, that they Are not as bad as Others Are, or as once they were themselves:
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But this is not sufficient, if they are destitute of Love to God, if they are not careful to please him,
But this is not sufficient, if they Are destitute of Love to God, if they Are not careful to please him,
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if his Glory be not their End, if they do not eye his Authority, if they are not chiefly conconcern'd to be accepted with him,
if his Glory be not their End, if they do not eye his authority, if they Are not chiefly conconcerned to be accepted with him,
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if they do not choose him as the Portion of their Soul, and by an entire Resignation of themselves, make him Lord of all;
if they do not choose him as the Portion of their Soul, and by an entire Resignation of themselves, make him Lord of all;
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to govern their Actions by the Counsels of his Word, and to dispose and order their Conditions, by his most Wise and Holy Providence.
to govern their Actions by the Counsels of his Word, and to dispose and order their Conditions, by his most Wise and Holy Providence.
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Such a turning to the Lord must be joyn'd with forsaking of Sin. IV. Fourthly, Let the Wicked and Unrighteous forsake the Evil of his Heart and Wayes,
Such a turning to the Lord must be joined with forsaking of Sin. IV. Fourthly, Let the Wicked and Unrighteous forsake the Evil of his Heart and Ways,
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and turn to the Lord, and he shall find Mercy.
and turn to the Lord, and he shall find Mercy.
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I Observe, That the Vilest and most Hainous Transgressors, (let their Sins be what they will,) if they penitently return to God, they may be assur'd of Pardon.
I Observe, That the Vilest and most Heinous Transgressors, (let their Sins be what they will,) if they penitently return to God, they may be assured of Pardon.
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Whatever Wickedness against God, or Unrighteousness against Men, whatever Iniquity or Sin, in Heart or Life, Open or Secret, they are charged with,
Whatever Wickedness against God, or Unrighteousness against Men, whatever Iniquity or since, in Heart or Life, Open or Secret, they Are charged with,
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yet is there Mercy with God upon true Repentance. The Holy Scriptures are full of this Doctrine.
yet is there Mercy with God upon true Repentance. The Holy Scriptures Are full of this Doctrine.
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How large and general are the Invitations and Calls of God to all sorts of Sinners? How Express and Positive are the Declarations of his Word? that even Scarlet and Crimson Sins shall be as Snow and Wool;
How large and general Are the Invitations and Calls of God to all sorts of Sinners? How Express and Positive Are the Declarations of his Word? that even Scarlet and Crimson Sins shall be as Snow and Wool;
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that All Sin and Blasphemy shall be forgiven, except that against the Holy Ghost, which is joyn'd with Obstinate Impenitence, that our Lord Jesus Christ came to save the chiefest of Sinners,
that All since and Blasphemy shall be forgiven, except that against the Holy Ghost, which is joined with Obstinate Impenitence, that our Lord jesus christ Come to save the chiefest of Sinners,
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and that his Blood cleanseth from all Sin. What a large and black Catalogue is there, of such as shall not enter into the Kingdom of God, Fornicators, Adulterers, Idolaters, Sodomites, Drunkards, Revilers and Extortioners? and yet 'tis added, Such were some of you,
and that his Blood Cleanseth from all Sin. What a large and black Catalogue is there, of such as shall not enter into the Kingdom of God, Fornicators, Adulterers, Idolaters, Sodomites, Drunkards, Revilers and Extortioners? and yet it's added, Such were Some of you,
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but ye are washed, 1 Cor. VI. 9, 10, 11. He is a God pardoning Iniquity, Transgression and Sin, Mic. VII. 18. How affectionately doth God expostulate with Sinners? even the Vilest of them,but you Are washed, 1 Cor. VI. 9, 10, 11. He is a God pardoning Iniquity, Transgression and since, Mic. VII. 18. How affectionately does God expostulate with Sinners? even the Vilest of them,
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and urge them to cast away their Transgressions, and assure them that he hath no pleasure in their Ruine? How earnestly doth he beseech them to be reconcil'd,
and urge them to cast away their Transgressions, and assure them that he hath no pleasure in their Ruin? How earnestly does he beseech them to be reconciled,
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and hearken to the Voice of his Mercy? With what Variety of Arguments doth he plead with them? from the Greatness of his Mercy offer'd, from the Freeness and Riches of his Grace, from the Absolute Necessity of it,
and harken to the Voice of his Mercy? With what Variety of Arguments does he plead with them? from the Greatness of his Mercy offered, from the Freeness and Riches of his Grace, from the Absolute Necessity of it,
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and from the Hazard they run of being undone for ever, if they refuse it? What Instances are there of the blackest Crimes forgiven? and the most Hainous Offenders received to Favour? with an Assurance, that Others may be so too,
and from the Hazard they run of being undone for ever, if they refuse it? What Instances Are there of the Blackest Crimes forgiven? and the most Heinous Offenders received to Favour? with an Assurance, that Others may be so too,
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if they will return? Cease to do Evil, Learn to do Well:
if they will return? Cease to do Evil, Learn to do Well:
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Come now and let us reason together, Isa. I. 16. that is, there is nothing past shall be a Bar to your Reconciliation, if you will Now return;Come now and let us reason together, Isaiah I. 16. that is, there is nothing passed shall be a Bar to your Reconciliation, if you will Now return;
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no Sin that you have ever committed shall be your undoing, if you will Now accept of Mercy.
no since that you have ever committed shall be your undoing, if you will Now accept of Mercy.
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I may safely say this to every Man and Woman in this Assembly: And should there be any that think, that they have sinned with such peculiar Aggravations,
I may safely say this to every Man and Woman in this Assembly: And should there be any that think, that they have sinned with such peculiar Aggravations,
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as never any did who were forgiven, (which I believe is not true):
as never any did who were forgiven, (which I believe is not true):
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Yet suppose it true, the Free-grace and Mercy of God hath never yet been try'd to the utmost:
Yet suppose it true, the Free grace and Mercy of God hath never yet been tried to the utmost:
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It can out-do all it hath ever done.
It can outdo all it hath ever done.
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The Aggravations of thy Guilt, can never be such as to condemn thee, but the Vertue of the Blood of Christ is greater to pardon thee, if thou return to God by Jesus Christ.
The Aggravations of thy Gilded, can never be such as to condemn thee, but the Virtue of the Blood of christ is greater to pardon thee, if thou return to God by jesus christ.
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As far as Heaven is above Earth, God's Thoughts are above ours in this Matter.
As Far as Heaven is above Earth, God's Thoughts Are above ours in this Matter.
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There is an Instance of this in the beginning of the Bible, how different God's Thoughts are from ours, and how much above them:
There is an Instance of this in the beginning of the bible, how different God's Thoughts Are from ours, and how much above them:
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I will not Curse the ground any more for Man's sake, saith God, Gen. VIII. because the imagination of the Heart of Man is only evil, and continually evil. I will not Curse the ground any more for Man's sake, Says God, Gen. VIII. Because the imagination of the Heart of Man is only evil, and continually evil.
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One would rather think, that God for that reason should do nothing but Curse it;
One would rather think, that God for that reason should do nothing but Curse it;
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but it seems to intimate, as if the kind Thoughts of God were to this purpose;
but it seems to intimate, as if the kind Thoughts of God were to this purpose;
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If I should never leave Cursing, 'till Man leaves Sinning, I should do nothing but Curse; but I will not, &c. I cann't hope to find Mercy, my Sin is so great, saith a Convinced Sinner;
If I should never leave Cursing, till Man leaves Sinning, I should do nothing but Curse; but I will not, etc. I canned hope to find Mercy, my since is so great, Says a Convinced Sinner;
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not considering, that 'tis the Glory of God to forgive a multitude of Sins;
not considering, that it's the Glory of God to forgive a multitude of Sins;
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and that where Sin hath abounded, there is an Opportunity for Grace much more to abound.
and that where since hath abounded, there is an Opportunity for Grace much more to abound.
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The Psalmist useth it as an Argument in Prayer, Lord, forgive mine Iniquity, for it is great, Psal. XXV. 11. An Argument fit to be us'd no where else.
The Psalmist uses it as an Argument in Prayer, Lord, forgive mine Iniquity, for it is great, Psalm XXV. 11. an Argument fit to be used no where Else.
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The greatness of his Sin made him fly to God for Pardon, but did not keep him from Returning.
The greatness of his since made him fly to God for Pardon, but did not keep him from Returning.
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This is the Scope and Tenour of the whole Gospel:
This is the Scope and Tenor of the Whole Gospel:
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To this do all the Prophets and Apostles witness, That through the Name of Christ whoever believes on him, (without distinction) shall receive the Forgiveness of Sin. If you are weary and heavy laden, sensible of Sin, and desirous to forsake it;
To this do all the prophets and Apostles witness, That through the Name of christ whoever believes on him, (without distinction) shall receive the Forgiveness of Sin. If you Are weary and heavy laden, sensible of since, and desirous to forsake it;
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if you see your need of Christ, and flee to the Refuge of Hope set before you, you may, you ought to believe, that you shall find Mercy, Rest and Forgiveness.
if you see your need of christ, and flee to the Refuge of Hope Set before you, you may, you ought to believe, that you shall find Mercy, Rest and Forgiveness.
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And for the Encouragement of the worst of Sinners to Repent, it is Observed in all Ages, that many wicked People, who find Mercy with God,
And for the Encouragement of the worst of Sinners to repent, it is Observed in all Ages, that many wicked People, who find Mercy with God,
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and are forgiven, have been much more Vile, than several of those that are left to perish in their Sins, and shall never be forgiven.
and Are forgiven, have been much more Vile, than several of those that Are left to perish in their Sins, and shall never be forgiven.
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How many that have been kept from gross Polutions, and made a longer and fairer Profession of Religion than others;
How many that have been kept from gross Pollutions, and made a longer and Fairer Profession of Religion than Others;
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who have abounded in outward Duties, who have been of more useful Parts, Endowments and Qualifications, more considerable for their Wit, Learning,
who have abounded in outward Duties, who have been of more useful Parts, Endowments and Qualifications, more considerable for their Wit, Learning,
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and other Accomplishments, (more capable one would think, of doing Service in the World,
and other Accomplishments, (more capable one would think, of doing Service in the World,
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and the Church, and for the Glory of God, if Converted) how many such are yet left to perish in their Impenitence and Unbelief? while Others have been call'd,
and the Church, and for the Glory of God, if Converted) how many such Are yet left to perish in their Impenitence and Unbelief? while Others have been called,
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and turn'd, justify'd, sanctify'd and sav'd;
and turned, justified, sanctified and saved;
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who have labour'd under many contrary Discouragements, and Disadvantages, as to all these, &c. especially by the Hainousness of their former Guilt and Rebellion.
who have laboured under many contrary Discouragements, and Disadvantages, as to all these, etc. especially by the Heinousness of their former Gilded and Rebellion.
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Therfore consider it seriously, if thou hast been a great Sinner, God is a gracious God,
Therefore Consider it seriously, if thou hast been a great Sinner, God is a gracious God,
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and Christ is a mighty Saviour, able to save to the uttermost, all that come to God by him.
and christ is a mighty Saviour, able to save to the uttermost, all that come to God by him.
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He can as easily forgive five Hundred Talents as fifty Pence, though the Debtors are very different in the Parable;
He can as Easily forgive five Hundred Talents as fifty Pence, though the Debtors Are very different in the Parable;
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Luke VII. 41. He frankly forgave them both. Not only such who have sinned in some lesser Degrees, may hope to find Mercy;Lycia VII. 41. He frankly forgave them both. Not only such who have sinned in Some lesser Degrees, may hope to find Mercy;
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but they who have run out into the grossest Wickedness, Impiety, Unrighteousness and Iniquity;
but they who have run out into the Grossest Wickedness, Impiety, Unrighteousness and Iniquity;
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not only such who have neglected one, or two, or ten Calls to Repentance by the Gospel,
not only such who have neglected one, or two, or ten Calls to Repentance by the Gospel,
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but if they have done so, for many Years to this Hour, they may yet find Mercy Now, if forsaking their Evil Ways, they return to God by Jesus Christ.
but if they have done so, for many years to this Hour, they may yet find Mercy Now, if forsaking their Evil Ways, they return to God by jesus christ.
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Let your Sins past be what they will, say as bad as you will or can of your selves,
Let your Sins passed be what they will, say as bad as you will or can of your selves,
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and of the dreadful Aggravations of your Guilt, Cloath it with all the Horrour and Darkness possible;
and of the dreadful Aggravations of your Gilded, Cloth it with all the Horror and Darkness possible;
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Yet, As high as the Heavens are above the Earth, so is the Mercy of God,
Yet, As high as the Heavens Are above the Earth, so is the Mercy of God,
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and the Merit and Vertue of the Blood of Christ above your Guilt.
and the Merit and Virtue of the Blood of christ above your Gilded.
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Object. But I have stood out so long, will some say, persisted in my Wickedness so many years, stifled the Motions of God's Spirit so often,Object. But I have stood out so long, will Some say, persisted in my Wickedness so many Years, stifled the Motions of God's Spirit so often,
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and been deaf to the Voice of God's Word, and my own Conscience, that I fear he will never accept of me, nor ever shew Mercy to me, for he call'd and I would not come, he knock'd,
and been deaf to the Voice of God's Word, and my own Conscience, that I Fear he will never accept of me, nor ever show Mercy to me, for he called and I would not come, he knocked,
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and I would not open, and therefore if I call, I may expect to find the Door shut.
and I would not open, and Therefore if I call, I may expect to find the Door shut.
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But in Answer to this, Consider, That as long as His Word abides faithful, and the Covenant of Grace is everlasting and unrepeal'd,
But in Answer to this, Consider, That as long as His Word abides faithful, and the Covenant of Grace is everlasting and unrepealed,
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and the Offers of God's Grace are repeated; as long as there's a New Proclamation of Mercy made in the Name of Christ,
and the Offers of God's Grace Are repeated; as long as there's a New Proclamation of Mercy made in the Name of christ,
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tho' all the former have been despised, you may Now come in, and find Mercy,
though all the former have been despised, you may Now come in, and find Mercy,
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and be accepted Now. For every New Offer of God's Grace, doth carry in it the Offer,
and be accepted Now. For every New Offer of God's Grace, does carry in it the Offer,
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and Promise of the Pardon of all your former Refusals, if you will Now consent. The Promise is as free, and the peformance of it as sure, now as ever.
and Promise of the Pardon of all your former Refusals, if you will Now consent. The Promise is as free, and the performance of it as sure, now as ever.
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You may come in Now, and be pardon'd and sav'd, upon as free and gracious Terms as several years agoe.
You may come in Now, and be pardoned and saved, upon as free and gracious Terms as several Years ago.
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'Tis still without Money and without Price. Your Unbelief and Obstinacy so long, does not raise the Price, nor alter the Terms.
It's still without Money and without Price. Your Unbelief and Obstinacy so long, does not raise the Price, nor altar the Terms.
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Therefore plead the Riches of his Free-grace, and do it the more thankfully and humbly, the Viler you have been;
Therefore plead the Riches of his Free grace, and do it the more thankfully and humbly, the Viler you have been;
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saying, Lord, thy Mercy will be the more honour'd, thy Free-grace will be the more magnify'd,
saying, Lord, thy Mercy will be the more honoured, thy Free grace will be the more magnified,
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and exalted in the Conversion and Forgiveness of such a Wretch, in the purging such a defiled Soul, in the healing such a Leper, in the pardoning so many and great Transgressions.
and exalted in the Conversion and Forgiveness of such a Wretch, in the purging such a defiled Soul, in the healing such a Leper, in the pardoning so many and great Transgressions.
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And 'tis often Observ'd, that such Sinners when they return to God, have the Advantage of others upon several Accounts, wherein God is more glorify'd by them:
And it's often Observed, that such Sinners when they return to God, have the Advantage of Others upon several Accounts, wherein God is more glorified by them:
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As that usually they admire the Grace of God more than others, love God and Christ more, walk more humbly with God, are more Charitable, Tender and Compassionate to other Christians,
As that usually they admire the Grace of God more than Others, love God and christ more, walk more humbly with God, Are more Charitable, Tender and Compassionate to other Christians,
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and are usually more watchful and circumspect for the Time to come, and more afraid of falling:
and Are usually more watchful and circumspect for the Time to come, and more afraid of falling:
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And commonly they are more abundant in Service, for the Honour of God;
And commonly they Are more abundant in Service, for the Honour of God;
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more entirely devoted to him, more zealous for his Glory, more of a Publick Spirit, more ready to do and to suffer any thing for his sake.
more entirely devoted to him, more zealous for his Glory, more of a Public Spirit, more ready to do and to suffer any thing for his sake.
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As this tends to the Honour of God, so it may be pleaded in Prayer.
As this tends to the Honour of God, so it may be pleaded in Prayer.
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Object. But before I close this, I must obviate or answer an Objection or two more:Object. But before I close this, I must obviate or answer an Objection or two more:
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I may suppose some will say, That after all, there's no finding Mercy and Forgiveness with God, without Faith in Jesus Christ; and I can't for my Heart believe in Christ, that he will receive me;
I may suppose Some will say, That After all, there's no finding Mercy and Forgiveness with God, without Faith in jesus christ; and I can't for my Heart believe in christ, that he will receive me;
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I cannot perswade my self, that such a one as I should be accepted:
I cannot persuade my self, that such a one as I should be accepted:
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What, shall the Invaluable Purchase of the Death of Christ belong to me? be bestowed on me? if you'd give me all the World, I can't believe that such a Wretch as I have been shall find Mercy:
What, shall the Invaluable Purchase of the Death of christ belong to me? be bestowed on me? if You would give me all the World, I can't believe that such a Wretch as I have been shall find Mercy:
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You don't know, how I have affronted, dishonour'd, despis'd and disobey'd him.
You don't know, how I have affronted, dishonoured, despised and disobeyed him.
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I have abus'd his Grace at that dreadful Rate, that you cann't imagine the Aggravtion of my Sins,
I have abused his Grace At that dreadful Rate, that you canned imagine the Aggravtion of my Sins,
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or the Sadness of my Case.
or the Sadness of my Case.
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I can't believe that he will ever forgive me, receive me, justifie me, and glorifie me:
I can't believe that he will ever forgive me, receive me, justify me, and Glorify me:
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I can't believe it, and if I can't believe in Christ, I can't be saved by him.
I can't believe it, and if I can't believe in christ, I can't be saved by him.
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Answ. I Answer, Don't mistake the Nature of saving Faith. You say, you can't believe, and you have no Faith.Answer I Answer, Don't mistake the Nature of Saving Faith. You say, you can't believe, and you have no Faith.
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Whereas at the bottom, you mean no more than this, that as yet, you are not certain of Salvation, you have no Assurance.
Whereas At the bottom, you mean no more than this, that as yet, you Are not certain of Salvation, you have no Assurance.
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But are you willing to receive Christ Jesus, as offer'd in the Gospel? Hath the Spirit of God so far convinc'd you of your sinful, miserable state, that you heartily consent to be saved by Christ, in his own Way,
But Are you willing to receive christ jesus, as offered in the Gospel? Hath the Spirit of God so Far convinced you of your sinful, miserable state, that you heartily consent to be saved by christ, in his own Way,
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and upon his own Terms? Are you willing to take him as your Teacher, Saviour and Lord? Are you brought to depend,
and upon his own Terms? are you willing to take him as your Teacher, Saviour and Lord? are you brought to depend,
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and trust entirely upon the Mercy of God in Jesus Christ, as the only Mediator between God and Man? To relye upon his Sacrifice,
and trust entirely upon the Mercy of God in jesus christ, as the only Mediator between God and Man? To rely upon his Sacrifice,
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and meritorious Righteousness, as your only Refuge and Hope? Desiring to be found in him alone, to be accepted of God only in the Beloved? and are truly willing,
and meritorious Righteousness, as your only Refuge and Hope? Desiring to be found in him alone, to be accepted of God only in the beloved? and Are truly willing,
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and as far as you know your own Hearts, are resolv'd to follow him as the Captain of your Salvation, where ever he shall lead you;
and as Far as you know your own Hearts, Are resolved to follow him as the Captain of your Salvation, where ever he shall led you;
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in hope of his purchased, and promised Grace and Glory? This is Faith, and dare you say, that there's nothing of this that appears in the Temper of your Spirits?
in hope of his purchased, and promised Grace and Glory? This is Faith, and Dare you say, that there's nothing of this that appears in the Temper of your Spirits?
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Secondly, If you can't with any Confidence say this, yet the Case is hopeful, if you are in the number of convinced, awakened, sensible Sinners.Secondly, If you can't with any Confidence say this, yet the Case is hopeful, if you Are in the number of convinced, awakened, sensible Sinners.
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Are you sensible of your Ignorance, Poverty, Guilt, Impurity, Bondage, Unrighteousness, &c. and that you need Christ as a compleat Saviour, to be made of God unto us, Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption? to expiate Sin by his Blood,
are you sensible of your Ignorance, Poverty, Gilded, Impurity, Bondage, Unrighteousness, etc. and that you need christ as a complete Saviour, to be made of God unto us, Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption? to expiate since by his Blood,
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and to subdue it by his Spirit, to reconcile us to God, and begin that blessed Union and Communion here, which shall be compleat in Heaven? And this comprehends our whole Salvation.
and to subdue it by his Spirit, to reconcile us to God, and begin that blessed union and Communion Here, which shall be complete in Heaven? And this comprehends our Whole Salvation.
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Christ is the Saviour of Sinners, and of such who are lost, who apprehend themselves to be so without his help, that feel their Sins and their Wants;
christ is the Saviour of Sinners, and of such who Are lost, who apprehend themselves to be so without his help, that feel their Sins and their Wants;
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he came not to call the Righteous, but Sinners to Repentance. And is a Physitian, not to the Whole, but to the Sick:
he Come not to call the Righteous, but Sinners to Repentance. And is a physician, not to the whole, but to the Sick:
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He calls and cures, not the Proud, but the Humble; not the Full, but the Hungry;
He calls and cures, not the Proud, but the Humble; not the Full, but the Hungry;
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not the Rich, but the Poor; not the Free, but the Captive; who are sensible of their Bonds; not the Righteous, but Sinners.
not the Rich, but the Poor; not the Free, but the Captive; who Are sensible of their Bonds; not the Righteous, but Sinners.
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And he makes you, by his Spirit, thus humble, empty, hungry, and sensible of Sin;
And he makes you, by his Spirit, thus humble, empty, hungry, and sensible of since;
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that you may look to him as the great Reconciler, sensible of the need of Pardon.
that you may look to him as the great Reconciler, sensible of the need of Pardon.
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If it be thus, you may then look for Redemption through the Blood of Jesus, even the Forgiveness of Sins:
If it be thus, you may then look for Redemption through the Blood of jesus, even the Forgiveness of Sins:
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Feeling your need of Sanctification, you may look to be wash'd and cleans'd, and sanctify'd in the Name of the Lord Jesus, and by his Spirit;
Feeling your need of Sanctification, you may look to be washed and cleansed, and sanctified in the Name of the Lord jesus, and by his Spirit;
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feeling your want of Strength to do and suffer the Will of God, you may look to Christ, to enable you to do all things.
feeling your want of Strength to do and suffer the Will of God, you may look to christ, to enable you to do all things.
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Now one that is not fully satisfy'd and assur'd; that Christ will save him, may yet be brought to this frame.
Now one that is not Fully satisfied and assured; that christ will save him, may yet be brought to this frame.
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How is it with you as to this?
How is it with you as to this?
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Thirdly, Let me ask you further, under the Sense of being Vile and Hainous Sinners, are you brought earnestly to desire the Mercy of God in Christ,Thirdly, Let me ask you further, under the Sense of being Vile and Heinous Sinners, Are you brought earnestly to desire the Mercy of God in christ,
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and diligently to seek after him? Tho' you sometimes fear he will not accept you,
and diligently to seek After him? Though you sometime Fear he will not accept you,
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yet do you not neglect to pray to him? What would you not give, that you might be interested in God's pardoning Mercy,
yet do you not neglect to pray to him? What would you not give, that you might be interested in God's pardoning Mercy,
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and accepted in Christ? Are not your greatest Fears, and Concern with respect to this,
and accepted in christ? are not your greatest Fears, and Concern with respect to this,
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lest he should reject you? Are not the strongest Desires of your Souls after this, that he would receive you? And is it thus, not only at a Pinch;
lest he should reject you? are not the Strongest Desires of your Souls After this, that he would receive you? And is it thus, not only At a Pinch;
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in Affliction and Trouble as to Outward Affairs, or on a sick Bed, but in Health and Prosperity? Is this the Language of your Souls? I have Health,
in Affliction and Trouble as to Outward Affairs, or on a sick Bed, but in Health and Prosperity? Is this the Language of your Souls? I have Health,
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and Friends, and Money, and Credit, and many Outward Blessings beyond others; I want nothing for my Body, or for my Comfortable Passage through this World:
and Friends, and Money, and Credit, and many Outward Blessings beyond Others; I want nothing for my Body, or for my Comfortable Passage through this World:
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But I am yet a miserable Creature, if I am under the Guilt of Sin; if God be not reconcil'd to me.
But I am yet a miserable Creature, if I am under the Gilded of since; if God be not reconciled to me.
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O that I were clear as to this!
O that I were clear as to this!
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what would I give to be at peace with God, and to have an Encouraging Sense of it, &c.
what would I give to be At peace with God, and to have an Encouraging Sense of it, etc.
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Fourthly, Are you sensible of your past Unkindness to this Merciful God, and Gracious Saviour,Fourthly, are you sensible of your past Unkindness to this Merciful God, and Gracious Saviour,
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so as to bewail it? Is it now the ground of your Fear and Trouble? not only that you have sinn'd against the Light of Nature, (tho' it may be, you were first awaken'd by the sense of some such Transgression) but now you are troubl'd for the Contempt of the Gospel,
so as to bewail it? Is it now the ground of your fear and Trouble? not only that you have sinned against the Light of Nature, (though it may be, you were First awakened by the sense of Some such Transgression) but now you Are troubled for the Contempt of the Gospel,
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for your Neglect of Christ, the Saviour of Sinners, for refusing him, when he hath call'd and invited you? And are ready to say within your selves, O with what Earnestness did he call me to accept his Mercy!
for your Neglect of christ, the Saviour of Sinners, for refusing him, when he hath called and invited you? And Are ready to say within your selves, Oh with what Earnestness did he call me to accept his Mercy!
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How freely did he offer to forgive me! He would have been my Saviour, but I would not receive him;
How freely did he offer to forgive me! He would have been my Saviour, but I would not receive him;
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with what Folly and Obstinacy did I harden my Heart, and stop my Ears, and turn my Back upon him? and resisted him both in his Word and Spirit? Doth this greive and trouble you,
with what Folly and Obstinacy did I harden my Heart, and stop my Ears, and turn my Back upon him? and resisted him both in his Word and Spirit? Does this grieve and trouble you,
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as well as the gross Pollutions of the World, which Natural Light will condemn?
as well as the gross Pollutions of the World, which Natural Light will condemn?
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Fifthly, Your Case is hopeful, notwithstanding the sense of your Vileness and Fears on that Account;Fifthly, Your Case is hopeful, notwithstanding the sense of your Vileness and Fears on that Account;
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if you yet resolve to follow on, in seeking Mercy and Forgiveness of God by Jesus Christ, 'till you obtain it.
if you yet resolve to follow on, in seeking Mercy and Forgiveness of God by jesus christ, till you obtain it.
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Do you resolve you will wait, and pray, and wrestle, and persevere therein;
Do you resolve you will wait, and pray, and wrestle, and persevere therein;
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'till it shall please God to cast an Eye of Pity and Compassion on your miserable Souls? That you will continue in the Use of God's appointed Means, where he communicates his Spirit,
till it shall please God to cast an Eye of Pity and Compassion on your miserable Souls? That you will continue in the Use of God's appointed Means, where he communicates his Spirit,
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and conveys Grace, and where he is wont to vouchsafe his Presence? That you will enquire of every Body that may assist you,
and conveys Grace, and where he is wont to vouchsafe his Presence? That you will inquire of every Body that may assist you,
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how you may be one of those Happy Souls, whom God will abundantly pardon? Can you say this, That tho' I fear and doubt,
how you may be one of those Happy Souls, whom God will abundantly pardon? Can you say this, That though I Fear and doubt,
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yet I seek, and strive, and will not give over: I will not desist, I will not depart from his Door:
yet I seek, and strive, and will not give over: I will not desist, I will not depart from his Door:
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I am undone if he refuse me; and if I perish and dye in my Sins, and be damned for them;
I am undone if he refuse me; and if I perish and die in my Sins, and be damned for them;
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it shall be in seeking Mercy, and begging Mercy for Christ's sake. And if you can say this truly, you may be assur'd you shall not perish, but find Mercy.
it shall be in seeking Mercy, and begging Mercy for Christ's sake. And if you can say this truly, you may be assured you shall not perish, but find Mercy.
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Can you say, and is it the real Language of your Heart? Nothing in all the Word shall content and satisfie you,
Can you say, and is it the real Language of your Heart? Nothing in all the Word shall content and satisfy you,
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or is ever like to do so, 'till you have some good hope through Grace, of finding Mercy with God.
or is ever like to do so, till you have Some good hope through Grace, of finding Mercy with God.
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You search the Scriptures, and search your Hearts, and go to Ministers, consult Friends, and attend Ordinances, with this Desire and Design;
You search the Scriptures, and search your Hearts, and go to Ministers, consult Friends, and attend Ordinances, with this Desire and Design;
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and you pray before you come to hear, that some seasonable, powerful Word may drop, and reach your Case.
and you pray before you come to hear, that Some seasonable, powerful Word may drop, and reach your Case.
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Alas, I use to hear formerly after another manner, and with other Thoughts;
Alas, I use to hear formerly After Another manner, and with other Thoughts;
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judging the Minister, passing Sentence on the Sermon, or considering only, how it concern'd others of my Acquaintance:
judging the Minister, passing Sentence on the Sermon, or considering only, how it concerned Others of my Acquaintance:
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But now I apply all to my self, now I look for my own Portion, and watch for that which principally concerns me.
But now I apply all to my self, now I look for my own Portion, and watch for that which principally concerns me.
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And by the Grace of God I will thus attend and wait, and watch at the Posts of Wisdoms Door, that I may find Life, Prov. VIII. 34. Though I I have but a very little Hope,
And by the Grace of God I will thus attend and wait, and watch At the Posts of Wisdoms Door, that I may find Life, Curae VIII. 34. Though I I have but a very little Hope,
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and a great many Fears, considering what a Vile Sinner I have been, yet I do not utterly despair:
and a great many Fears, considering what a Vile Sinner I have been, yet I do not utterly despair:
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I am told, I must not despair, and that Despair is a Sin, and Hope, a Duty.
I am told, I must not despair, and that Despair is a since, and Hope, a Duty.
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And therfore I will yet hold on, and wait upon the Lord, and seek his Mercy:
And Therefore I will yet hold on, and wait upon the Lord, and seek his Mercy:
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Tho' I can't pray with Confidence, I will yet look up: tho' I can't say I believe, yet I'le not utterly despair:
Though I can't pray with Confidence, I will yet look up: though I can't say I believe, yet I'll not utterly despair:
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tho' I have sinned against the Grace of the Gospel, and the Blood and Spirit of Christ,
though I have sinned against the Grace of the Gospel, and the Blood and Spirit of christ,
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yet I hope, not above and beyond the Help and Benefit of his Grace, and Gospel, and Blood, and Spirit.
yet I hope, not above and beyond the Help and Benefit of his Grace, and Gospel, and Blood, and Spirit.
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I'le therfore hold on, and wait in Hope, in the diligent use of all the Means of Salvation.
I'll Therefore hold on, and wait in Hope, in the diligent use of all the Means of Salvation.
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V. Fifthly, I proceed to another thing observable from these Words; Let him return, and he will have Mercy; and abundantly pardon:
V. Fifthly, I proceed to Another thing observable from these Words; Let him return, and he will have Mercy; and abundantly pardon:
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Let him think of that, and return, believe that, be encouraged to return.
Let him think of that, and return, believe that, be encouraged to return.
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I Observe, That the great Motive and Encouragement to put a Sinner on forsaking his Evil Ways,
I Observe, That the great Motive and Encouragement to put a Sinner on forsaking his Evil Ways,
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and returning to God, is the sensible Apprehension, that there's Mercy to be had; viz. that God will forgive, and abundantly pardon the Penitent, Returning Sinner.and returning to God, is the sensible Apprehension, that there's Mercy to be had; viz. that God will forgive, and abundantly pardon the Penitent, Returning Sinner.
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I confess, 'tis not an easie matter, to be perswaded of the Doctrine, of the Forgiveness of Sin:
I confess, it's not an easy matter, to be persuaded of the Doctrine, of the Forgiveness of since:
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Whatever Guess and Conjecture Men may have about it, from the Divine Patience and Forbearance to a sinful World, in the Continuance of his Forfeited Mercy:
Whatever Guess and Conjecture Men may have about it, from the Divine Patience and Forbearance to a sinful World, in the Continuance of his Forfeited Mercy:
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Yet without the Gospel Revelation, we are at no Certainty about this.
Yet without the Gospel Revelation, we Are At no Certainty about this.
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The Gentiles had some Imaginations and Hopes, that their Gods were placable, and inclin'd to pardon,
The Gentiles had Some Imaginations and Hope's, that their God's were placable, and inclined to pardon,
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and that was the Rise of their Expiations and Sacrifices; but they had no assured Promise or Covenant to build upon.
and that was the Rise of their Expiations and Sacrifices; but they had no assured Promise or Covenant to built upon.
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They knew not the Mediator between God and Man, by his own Sacrifice of himself to make Attonement.
They knew not the Mediator between God and Man, by his own Sacrifice of himself to make Atonement.
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'Tis the Language of the Law written on our Hearts, that The Soul that sinneth shall dye:
It's the Language of the Law written on our Hearts, that The Soul that Sinneth shall die:
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'Tis the Voice of Natural Conscience, that Guilt and Punishment are inseperable.
It's the Voice of Natural Conscience, that Gilded and Punishment Are inseparable.
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And were there not somewhat known of the Doctrine of Forgiveness, by the Revelation of it which God hath made, this would be the common Sentiment of Mankind.
And were there not somewhat known of the Doctrine of Forgiveness, by the Revelation of it which God hath made, this would be the Common Sentiment of Mankind.
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I need not consider, what particular Ways and Methods God may have, to reveal this Pardoning Mercy unto any, who are Strangers to the Written Word;
I need not Consider, what particular Ways and Methods God may have, to reveal this Pardoning Mercy unto any, who Are Strangers to the Written Word;
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or whether he hath done so:
or whither he hath done so:
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It belongs not to us to be Curious in enquiring about other Men, who shall be judged by a Righteous God, according to the Law they were under, and the Light they had.
It belongs not to us to be Curious in inquiring about other Men, who shall be judged by a Righteous God, according to the Law they were under, and the Light they had.
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'Tis certain, that even among those to whom the Gospel is preached, whoever they are, that are deeply convinc'd of Sin,
It's certain, that even among those to whom the Gospel is preached, whoever they Are, that Are deeply convinced of since,
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and Conscience awakened to apprehend the Holiness and Justice of God, 'tis one of the most difficult things in the World, to perswade them, that God will have Mercy, and abundantly pardon.
and Conscience awakened to apprehend the Holiness and justice of God, it's one of the most difficult things in the World, to persuade them, that God will have Mercy, and abundantly pardon.
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It is one great Work of the Holy Spirit, to satisfie the Soul of this.
It is one great Work of the Holy Spirit, to satisfy the Soul of this.
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There's no serious Minister of Christ, but hath abundant Experience of this, in those that are awakened to any Concern for their Souls Salvation.
There's no serious Minister of christ, but hath abundant Experience of this, in those that Are awakened to any Concern for their Souls Salvation.
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There's Evidence sufficient of this in David 's Frame, Psal. CXXX. 3, 4. If thou, Lord, should'st mark Iniquities, O Lord, who should stand? but there is forgiveness with thee, &c. If God should mark Sin,
There's Evidence sufficient of this in David is Frame, Psalm CXXX. 3, 4. If thou, Lord, Shouldst mark Iniquities, Oh Lord, who should stand? but there is forgiveness with thee, etc. If God should mark since,
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so as to proceed to punish it according to his Righteous Law, who could stand? who would escape Condemnation? or when accused, stand in the Judgment,
so as to proceed to Punish it according to his Righteous Law, who could stand? who would escape Condemnation? or when accused, stand in the Judgement,
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so as to be acquitted? i.e. 'Tis not my own Case alone, that if God should be strict and severe with me, I am an undone and lost Creature:
so as to be acquitted? i.e. It's not my own Case alone, that if God should be strict and severe with me, I am an undone and lost Creature:
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But 'tis true of all the World.
But it's true of all the World.
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The Holiest Saint on Earth can't be justify'd in his Sight, and what then would become of me, who have such a Load of Guilt,
The Holiest Saint on Earth can't be justified in his Sighed, and what then would become of me, who have such a Load of Gilded,
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and so many hainous Crimes to acknowledge? In this sense we find the Expression of standing us'd, Rom. XIV. 4. To his own Master he standeth or falleth;
and so many heinous Crimes to acknowledge? In this sense we find the Expression of standing used, Rom. XIV. 4. To his own Master he Stands or falls;
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that is, shall either be acquitted or condemned of God.
that is, shall either be acquitted or condemned of God.
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'Tis of the same Import with Psal. CXLIII. 2. Enter not into Judgment with thy Servant, O Lord,
It's of the same Import with Psalm CXLIII. 2. Enter not into Judgement with thy Servant, Oh Lord,
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for in thy sight no flesh living shall be justified. Consider a little, with what a Frame of Spirit, doth David use such Language;for in thy sighed no Flesh living shall be justified. Consider a little, with what a Frame of Spirit, does David use such Language;
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he seems to cry out in the View of his Hainous Sins, as ready to Despair,
he seems to cry out in the View of his Heinous Sins, as ready to Despair,
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if not reliev'd by the Hope, that there is Forgiveness with God.
if not relieved by the Hope, that there is Forgiveness with God.
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Lord, who can stand? that is, how justly may I be Condemn'd, if I am try'd at thy Bar? According to strict Justice, I must be cast;Lord, who can stand? that is, how justly may I be Condemned, if I am tried At thy Bar? According to strict justice, I must be cast;
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I cannot answer thee for one, much less for all my Abominations: I cannot stand in the Judgment.
I cannot answer thee for one, much less for all my Abominations: I cannot stand in the Judgement.
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This will be, and is, the Case of all Convinced Sinners; of every one of us, when we View our Sins;
This will be, and is, the Case of all Convinced Sinners; of every one of us, when we View our Sins;
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and the Majesty of Heaven, whom we have offended:
and the Majesty of Heaven, whom we have offended:
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When we consider, how we have affronted God, and despised him, and how easily he can crush us into Hell; and how justly he might.
When we Consider, how we have affronted God, and despised him, and how Easily he can crush us into Hell; and how justly he might.
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When we think, how we have preferr'd a Lust, a Trifle, a Passion, an Humour, before him:
When we think, how we have preferred a Lust, a Trifle, a Passion, an Humour, before him:
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How we have slighted his Authority, abus'd his Goodness, defi'd his Power, weari'd his Patience, rejected his Grace;
How we have slighted his authority, abused his goodness, defied his Power, wearied his Patience, rejected his Grace;
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and by numberless, aggravated Transgressions, incurr'd the Vengeance he hath threaten'd, and made our selves lyable to his intolerable and everlasting Wrath. Under such a Sight and Sense of Sin, what can relieve? but the Consideration, that there's Mercy and Forgiveness with God,
and by numberless, aggravated Transgressions, incurred the Vengeance he hath threatened, and made our selves liable to his intolerable and everlasting Wrath. Under such a Sighed and Sense of since, what can relieve? but the Consideration, that there's Mercy and Forgiveness with God,
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and that He'll abundantly Pardon returning Sinners. This, I say, we are backward to believe. There's so much Ignorance and Blindness in the Minds of Sinners;
and that He'll abundantly Pardon returning Sinners. This, I say, we Are backward to believe. There's so much Ignorance and Blindness in the Minds of Sinners;
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there's such a proneness in Men to Judge of God by themselves; and of his Thoughts and Ways by their own;
there's such a proneness in Men to Judge of God by themselves; and of his Thoughts and Ways by their own;
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that because they could not Pardon such and such hainous Provocations, so often repeated; they imagine that God will not.
that Because they could not Pardon such and such heinous Provocations, so often repeated; they imagine that God will not.
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And there are so many Fears and Jealousies in our guilty Souls, concerning God;
And there Are so many Fears and Jealousies in our guilty Souls, Concerning God;
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that without the Encouragement of such a Declaration of Grace, as in this Text, there could be no Repentance; there would be no Returning to God.
that without the Encouragement of such a Declaration of Grace, as in this Text, there could be no Repentance; there would be no Returning to God.
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You know what Benhadad 's Servants told him, 1 Kings XX. 31. We have heard, that the Kings of Israel are Merciful Kings, let us put Sack-cloath on our Loyns,
You know what Benhadad is Servants told him, 1 Kings XX. 31. We have herd, that the Kings of Israel Are Merciful Kings, let us put sackcloth on our Loins,
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and Ropes about our Necks, and go to the King of Israel, peradventure he will save thy Life: and Ropes about our Necks, and go to the King of Israel, Peradventure he will save thy Life:
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This gracious Method God us'd toward Israel, Jer. III. 12. Go, and proclaim these words toward the North, saying, Return, O back-sliding Israel, saith the Lord,
This gracious Method God used towards Israel, Jer. III. 12. Go, and proclaim these words towards the North, saying, Return, Oh backsliding Israel, Says the Lord,
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and I will not cause my anger to fall upon you; for I am Merciful, saith the Lord, and will not keep anger for ever.
and I will not cause my anger to fallen upon you; for I am Merciful, Says the Lord, and will not keep anger for ever.
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Only acknowledge thine Iniquity, that thou hast Transgressed against the Lord thy God: Only acknowledge thine Iniquity, that thou hast Transgressed against the Lord thy God:
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that is, Let them not cherish any such hard Thoughts of me, as if there were no Forgiveness;
that is, Let them not cherish any such hard Thoughts of me, as if there were no Forgiveness;
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let them not despair of my Mercy, as if I would not receive them, when they return.
let them not despair of my Mercy, as if I would not receive them, when they return.
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This gives the greatest Encouragement to Convinced Sinners, that here is a Plank to save them from Shipwrack, a Remedy against Despair:
This gives the greatest Encouragement to Convinced Sinners, that Here is a Plank to save them from Shipwreck, a Remedy against Despair:
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Here's a ground for 'em to return to God with Hopes:
Here's a ground for they to return to God with Hope's:
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Here's a Motive to seek Mercy, that God hath proclaim'd his Readiness to forgive, and abundantly to pardon.
Here's a Motive to seek Mercy, that God hath proclaimed his Readiness to forgive, and abundantly to pardon.
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And methinks 'tis very plain, that the Doctrine of Repentance would never have been preached,
And methinks it's very plain, that the Doctrine of Repentance would never have been preached,
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if there were no Hope of Forgiveness: The fallen Angels having no Mercy offer'd, were never call'd to repent;
if there were no Hope of Forgiveness: The fallen Angels having no Mercy offered, were never called to Repent;
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for let there be never so deep Conviction of Sin, and Sorrow for it, there could be no Repenting and Returning to God, without believing that Mercy might be had:
for let there be never so deep Conviction of since, and Sorrow for it, there could be no Repenting and Returning to God, without believing that Mercy might be had:
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All would end in Death and Desparation.
All would end in Death and Desperation.
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Repentance would never be commanded as a Duty, nor urg'd upon Sinners as a Duty; (it could not,Repentance would never be commanded as a Duty, nor urged upon Sinners as a Duty; (it could not,
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if we believe the Wisdom, Goodness and Faithfulness of God) were it not for this Truth, that If the wicked forsake his way, &c. But upon the Consideration of this, Sinners begin to have good Thoughts of God, many of their Scruples are remov'd, many of their Objections answer'd,
if we believe the Wisdom, goodness and Faithfulness of God) were it not for this Truth, that If the wicked forsake his Way, etc. But upon the Consideration of this, Sinners begin to have good Thoughts of God, many of their Scruples Are removed, many of their Objections answered,
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and they are now encourag'd to seek the Mercy of God, and prepare to receive it.
and they Are now encouraged to seek the Mercy of God, and prepare to receive it.
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ƲSE. To Conclude therefore, Let the vilest and worst of Sinners receive these glad Tydings of God's Grace, and not abuse them.ƲSE. To Conclude Therefore, Let the Vilest and worst of Sinners receive these glad Tidings of God's Grace, and not abuse them.
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Don't despise this Message, don't neglect it; but consider how much you need this Mercy; and go home, and earnestly beg it.
Don't despise this Message, don't neglect it; but Consider how much you need this Mercy; and go home, and earnestly beg it.
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Endeavour to welcome it, as it is offer'd in the Gospel;
Endeavour to welcome it, as it is offered in the Gospel;
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and then plead it, and urge it for Christ's sake, according to the Promise, as it is Free-Mercy: And stir up your Souls to hope in it;
and then plead it, and urge it for Christ's sake, according to the Promise, as it is Free-mercy: And stir up your Souls to hope in it;
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as knowing that God takes pleasure in them that hope in his Mercy.
as knowing that God Takes pleasure in them that hope in his Mercy.
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May I not therfore say, that 'tis from the Devil, (for whom there is no Mercy) if there be any of you, to whom this Doctrine is preached, who will yet Conclude, There's no Mercy for you? Since God hath told us, that If the Wicked forsake his Evil Ways and Thoughts, and turn to the Lord;
May I not Therefore say, that it's from the devil, (for whom there is no Mercy) if there be any of you, to whom this Doctrine is preached, who will yet Conclude, There's no Mercy for you? Since God hath told us, that If the Wicked forsake his Evil Ways and Thoughts, and turn to the Lord;
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they may and ought in that Case, most firmly believe, that He will have Mercy, and that He will abundantly pardon.
they may and ought in that Case, most firmly believe, that He will have Mercy, and that He will abundantly pardon.
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THE Second Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 7.
THE Second Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 7.
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Let the Wicked forsake his Way, and the Unrighteous Man his Thoughts, and let him Return unto the Lord,
Let the Wicked forsake his Way, and the Unrighteous Man his Thoughts, and let him Return unto the Lord,
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and he will have Mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly Pardon.
and he will have Mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly Pardon.
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'TIS of the Sixth Observation from these Words that I would now speak, (without so much as repeating the other five,) viz. That Pardoning Mercy to Penitent Sinners, is Mercy indeed;
IT'S of the Sixth Observation from these Words that I would now speak, (without so much as repeating the other five,) viz. That Pardoning Mercy to Penitent Sinners, is Mercy indeed;
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the most valuable and seasonable Mercy. This I shall endeavour to manifest by several Considerations, and then Apply it.
the most valuable and seasonable Mercy. This I shall endeavour to manifest by several Considerations, and then Apply it.
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First, There's nothing more suitable to the Case of a Guilty Sinner, who hath any Thoughts of returning to God.First, There's nothing more suitable to the Case of a Guilty Sinner, who hath any Thoughts of returning to God.
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Consider the Perplexities of one that is awakened to a Sense of Sin, and is under a Spirit of Conviction:
Consider the Perplexities of one that is awakened to a Sense of since, and is under a Spirit of Conviction:
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His bitter Complaints, and loud Cryes tell us, that he knows not what to do, nor how to be rid of his Burden:
His bitter Complaints, and loud Cries tell us, that he knows not what to do, nor how to be rid of his Burden:
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He apprehends his Danger from unpardoned Sin, and feels the want of this Forgiveness: He is wounded, and nothing but the Voice of Pardoning Mercy can heal him.
He apprehends his Danger from unpardoned since, and feels the want of this Forgiveness: He is wounded, and nothing but the Voice of Pardoning Mercy can heal him.
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I have greatly sinn'd, said David, and his Heart smote him, 2 Sam. XXIV. 10. And now, I beseech thee, O Lord, take away the Iniquity of thy Servant: I have greatly sinned, said David, and his Heart smote him, 2 Sam. XXIV. 10. And now, I beseech thee, Oh Lord, take away the Iniquity of thy Servant:
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Nothing else could give him Ease and Quiet from an Accusing troubled Conscience.
Nothing Else could give him Ease and Quiet from an Accusing troubled Conscience.
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The Inhabitant shall not say, I am sick, the People that dwell therein shall be forgiven their Iniquity, Isa. XXXIII. 24. The meer Patience and Forbearance of God, without Forgiveness, will not answer the Exigence of his Case.The Inhabitant shall not say, I am sick, the People that dwell therein shall be forgiven their Iniquity, Isaiah XXXIII. 24. The mere Patience and Forbearance of God, without Forgiveness, will not answer the Exigence of his Case.
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Tho' he be yet out of Hell, he knows not how long it shall be so;
Though he be yet out of Hell, he knows not how long it shall be so;
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or how soon he may there have a Miserable Portion. 'Tis the Sense of Unpardon'd Sin that breaks his Bones, and dryeth up his Marrow;
or how soon he may there have a Miserable Portion. It's the Sense of Unpardoned since that breaks his Bones, and drieth up his Marrow;
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and sticks like an Arrow in his flesh.
and sticks like an Arrow in his Flesh.
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Whereas Pardoning Mercy is as Health to the Navel, and Marrow to the Bones, and a Cordial to his Heart;
Whereas Pardoning Mercy is as Health to the Navel, and Marrow to the Bones, and a Cordial to his Heart;
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yea, even as Life from the Dead. And dead he is in Law, as under a Sentence of Condemnation, 'till he be interested in Forgiveness, by Faith in the Blood of Jesus.
yea, even as Life from the Dead. And dead he is in Law, as under a Sentence of Condemnation, till he be interested in Forgiveness, by Faith in the Blood of jesus.
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Then may he lift up his Head, as one Alive from the Dead; and admit Consolation;
Then may he lift up his Head, as one Alive from the Dead; and admit Consolation;
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when he can hope his Sins are forgiven; and that God is reconciled.
when he can hope his Sins Are forgiven; and that God is reconciled.
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Comfort ye, Comfort ye my People, say unto Jerusalem, her Warfare is Accomplished, her Iniquity is forgiven, Isa. XL. 1, 2. Blessed is the Man whose Iniquity is forgiven, Comfort you, Comfort you my People, say unto Jerusalem, her Warfare is Accomplished, her Iniquity is forgiven, Isaiah XL. 1, 2. Blessed is the Man whose Iniquity is forgiven,
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and Sin covered, Psal. XXXII. 1. 'Till then, they are under the Curse of God on Record:and since covered, Psalm XXXII. 1. Till then, they Are under the Curse of God on Record:
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A Curse, that cuts off from God, and all gracious Communications from him;
A Curse, that cuts off from God, and all gracious Communications from him;
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a Curse which pierceth deep, and spreadeth far, and makes the whole Creation at Enmity with us:
a Curse which pierces deep, and spreadeth Far, and makes the Whole Creation At Enmity with us:
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And this Curse is intolerable in the Effects of it, and unavoidable too.
And this Curse is intolerable in the Effects of it, and unavoidable too.
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There is no Relief or Remedy against it, but by the New Covenant, and Faith in Jesus Christ.
There is no Relief or Remedy against it, but by the New Covenant, and Faith in jesus christ.
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'Tis only by the Redemption we have in Jesus Christ, through his Blood, even the Forgiveness of Sins:
It's only by the Redemption we have in jesus christ, through his Blood, even the Forgiveness of Sins:
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In which Forgiveness we can never be interested, without Repentance towards God, and Faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.
In which Forgiveness we can never be interested, without Repentance towards God, and Faith in our Lord jesus christ.
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There is no Rest in my Bones, because of my Sin, saith the Psalmist;There is no Rest in my Bones, Because of my since, Says the Psalmist;
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Psal. XXXVIII. 3. My Sins are an heavy Burden, they are too heavy for me, v. 4. 'Till this Burden be removed by Forgiveness, what Ease or Rest can a Sinner enjoy?Psalm XXXVIII. 3. My Sins Are an heavy Burden, they Are too heavy for me, v. 4. Till this Burden be removed by Forgiveness, what Ease or Rest can a Sinner enjoy?
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'Tis true, the Deceit of sensual Pleasures, or the Hurry and Clatter of Worldly Business, may hinder the Sense of this for a while; and keep all quiet:
It's true, the Deceit of sensual Pleasures, or the Hurry and Clatter of Worldly Business, may hinder the Sense of this for a while; and keep all quiet:
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Yet sooner or later, the sinful Soul will have Torment: Conscience will awake.
Yet sooner or later, the sinful Soul will have Torment: Conscience will awake.
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Men may laugh and be merry for a Time, make a shift to be confident and secure, under the Wrath and Curse of God;
Men may laugh and be merry for a Time, make a shift to be confident and secure, under the Wrath and Curse of God;
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they may take their Poyson for their Antidote, their Wound for their Plaister, their Plague for their Cure, their Disease for their Remedy;
they may take their Poison for their Antidote, their Wound for their Plaster, their Plague for their Cure, their Disease for their Remedy;
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and so make a hard shift to preserve a little false Peace: But the End will be the most horrid Despair.
and so make a hard shift to preserve a little false Peace: But the End will be the most horrid Despair.
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And the more Jovial and Airy, Careless and Presumptuous, they have been in Health and Prosperity, under the Guilt of great Transgressions;
And the more Jovial and Airy, Careless and Presumptuous, they have been in Health and Prosperity, under the Gilded of great Transgressions;
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the more disconsolate will such be, when Conscience awakes, to set their Sins in order before them.
the more disconsolate will such be, when Conscience awakes, to Set their Sins in order before them.
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Is there then any Message like that of Forgiveness, that will suit the Case of such? They can relish nothing else, think of nothing else, this is what they aim at.
Is there then any Message like that of Forgiveness, that will suit the Case of such? They can relish nothing Else, think of nothing Else, this is what they aim At.
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This is the Subject of their great Enquiry, How they may be forgiven. They may try in vain, what Company, Mirth, Sports, Business, or Superstition will do:
This is the Subject of their great Enquiry, How they may be forgiven. They may try in vain, what Company, Mirth, Sports, Business, or Superstition will do:
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They must come to God for Pardon, or they cannot find Rest. Hos. V. 13. When Ephrahim saw his sickness, and Judah saw his wound;
They must come to God for Pardon, or they cannot find Rest. Hos. V. 13. When Ephraim saw his sickness, and Judah saw his wound;
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then went Ephraim to the Assvrian, and sent to King Jareb; yet could he not heal you, nor cure you of your wound. then went Ephraim to the Assvrian, and sent to King Jareb; yet could he not heal you, nor cure you of your wound.
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Did you know the Misery and Danger of a sinful Soul, unreconciled to God, bound over to his Eternal Wrath, every Moment expos'd as a Guilty Wretch, to his fiery Vengeance? Did you consider the Case of such a One? who hath all the Plagues and Curses in the Book of God, in force against him;
Did you know the Misery and Danger of a sinful Soul, unreconciled to God, bound over to his Eternal Wrath, every Moment exposed as a Guilty Wretch, to his fiery Vengeance? Did you Consider the Case of such a One? who hath all the Plagues and Curses in the Book of God, in force against him;
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and nothing but a little Breath between him and Endless Ruine;
and nothing but a little Breath between him and Endless Ruin;
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that can't tell but the next Day or Minute, Death may open the Door, and let him fall into Damnation? Did any one rightly understand this, believe it, consider it,
that can't tell but the next Day or Minute, Death may open the Door, and let him fallen into Damnation? Did any one rightly understand this, believe it, Consider it,
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and apply it as his own Case? what Mercy will suit such a One,
and apply it as his own Case? what Mercy will suit such a One,
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but Pardoning Mercy? What is all the Pomp and Glory of this World to such a Man, without the Forgiveness of Sin? How can he eat, drink or sleep,
but Pardoning Mercy? What is all the Pomp and Glory of this World to such a Man, without the Forgiveness of since? How can he eat, drink or sleep,
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or trade, or do any thing, without some Hope of Pardon? without seeking after it? without endeavouring it? without using means in Order to it?
or trade, or do any thing, without Some Hope of Pardon? without seeking After it? without endeavouring it? without using means in Order to it?
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Secondly, Pardoning Mercy is Mercy indeed, as 'tis the Fruit of Covenant Love, an Effect of the special, distinguishing Love of God:Secondly, Pardoning Mercy is Mercy indeed, as it's the Fruit of Covenant Love, an Effect of the special, distinguishing Love of God:
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This is the great Priviledge of such whose God is the Lord. This is a Covenant Blessing, that's never given in Anger:
This is the great Privilege of such whose God is the Lord. This is a Covenant Blessing, that's never given in Anger:
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This is never bestow'd, but as a Favour, peculiar to God's People.
This is never bestowed, but as a Favour, peculiar to God's People.
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This is always accompany'd with Regeneration, and Adoption, Jer. XXXI. 33. I will be their God, and will forgive their Iniquity.
This is always accompanied with Regeneration, and Adoption, Jer. XXXI. 33. I will be their God, and will forgive their Iniquity.
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Happy is the Man whose Iniquity is forgiven, Happy is the People whose God is the Lord. Happy is the Man whose Iniquity is forgiven, Happy is the People whose God is the Lord.
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Thirdly, This Mercy is the most Comprehensive Blessing, and the Foundation of many other Mercies.Thirdly, This Mercy is the most Comprehensive Blessing, and the Foundation of many other mercies.
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This secures our State, sweetens our other Blessings, lays the Foundation for Peace of Conscience, gives Freedom of Access to the Throne of Grace,
This secures our State, sweetens our other Blessings, lays the Foundation for Peace of Conscience, gives Freedom of Access to the Throne of Grace,
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and makes way for Communion with God in all Ordinances:
and makes Way for Communion with God in all Ordinances:
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This clears us from the Accusation of Satan, the Condemnation of the Law, and of our own Hearts;
This clears us from the Accusation of Satan, the Condemnation of the Law, and of our own Hearts;
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for who shall lay any thing to his Charge, whom God forgives? We can have no Right and Title to Eternal Life without this:
for who shall lay any thing to his Charge, whom God forgives? We can have no Right and Title to Eternal Life without this:
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For the Legal Bar must be removed by the Pardon of Sin, as well as the Moral Incapacity by the Sanctifying Spirit.
For the Legal Bar must be removed by the Pardon of since, as well as the Moral Incapacity by the Sanctifying Spirit.
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The great Blessings of the Gospel, such as the Spirit of Holiness, Communion with God, &c. they are promised to Accompany this of Forgiveness, Heb. VIII. latter End. I will be merciful to their Ʋnrighteousness, and their Iniquities I will remember no more.
The great Blessings of the Gospel, such as the Spirit of Holiness, Communion with God, etc. they Are promised to Accompany this of Forgiveness, Hebrew VIII. latter End. I will be merciful to their Ʋnrighteousness, and their Iniquities I will Remember no more.
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By this we not only escape the Punishment due to Sin, which would render us deeply miserable,
By this we not only escape the Punishment due to since, which would render us deeply miserable,
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but are restored to the Favour of God, and accepted in the Beloved, and have Grace to overcome the World, Flesh, and Devil.
but Are restored to the Favour of God, and accepted in the beloved, and have Grace to overcome the World, Flesh, and devil.
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The sanctifying Spirit to purge us from all Filthiness, is joyn'd with this Pardon, which delivers from the Condemning Guilt of Sin. We are translated into the Kingdom and Family of Christ,
The sanctifying Spirit to purge us from all Filthiness, is joined with this Pardon, which delivers from the Condemning Gilded of Sin. We Are translated into the Kingdom and Family of christ,
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as well as deliver'd from the Kingdom of Satan, and the Power of Darkness.
as well as Delivered from the Kingdom of Satan, and the Power of Darkness.
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In a Word, the Acceptation of our Persons, Sanctification of our Natures, the Answer of our Prayers,
In a Word, the Acceptation of our Persons, Sanctification of our Nature's, the Answer of our Prayers,
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and a Title to Heaven and Eternal Life, are connected with, and consequent to this Forgiveness of Sin, Psal. XXXII. 1, 2, 3. Zac. I. 4. Isa. LIX. 2, 3. Psal. CIII. 2, 3. Job VII. 21. This also hath respect to all the Comforts, and Afflictions of this present Life.
and a Title to Heaven and Eternal Life, Are connected with, and consequent to this Forgiveness of since, Psalm XXXII. 1, 2, 3. Zac. I. 4. Isaiah LIX. 2, 3. Psalm CIII. 2, 3. Job VII. 21. This also hath respect to all the Comforts, and Afflictions of this present Life.
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You ought to Consider, that if Sin be forgiven, all things shall work for good.
You ought to Consider, that if since be forgiven, all things shall work for good.
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Take away all Iniquity, (saith the Church) and receive us graciously, or do us good, Hos. XIV. 2. Every Providence shall be sanctified, if Sin be forgiven.Take away all Iniquity, (Says the Church) and receive us graciously, or do us good, Hos. XIV. 2. Every Providence shall be sanctified, if since be forgiven.
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For peace I had great bitterness, saith Hezekiah, but in love to my Soul, thou hast deliver'd it from the Pit of Corruption; For peace I had great bitterness, Says Hezekiah, but in love to my Soul, thou hast Delivered it from the Pit of Corruption;
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for thou hast cast all my sins behind thy Back, Isa. XXXVIII. 17. You have a like Instance, Jer. XXXIII. 6, 8. But if you had all the Plenty, Peace, Health, Riches and Grandeur of this World,for thou hast cast all my Sins behind thy Back, Isaiah XXXVIII. 17. You have a like Instance, Jer. XXXIII. 6, 8. But if you had all the Plenty, Peace, Health, Riches and Grandeur of this World,
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yet the Guilt of one Sin on the Consclence, under the Apprehension of God's deserved Wrath, will spoil the Relish of all.
yet the Gilded of one since on the Conscience, under the Apprehension of God's deserved Wrath, will spoil the Relish of all.
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Where Sin is forgiven, other Mercies will be sweet, and the Burden of Affliction tolerable: But without this, and under the Apprehensions of the contrary, every Temporal Calamity is double.
Where since is forgiven, other mercies will be sweet, and the Burden of Affliction tolerable: But without this, and under the Apprehensions of the contrary, every Temporal Calamity is double.
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For this is the Wormwood and the Gall in every bitter Cup. We shall not under the Troubles and Disappointments of this World, cry out we are undone, if we can think that God hath forgiven us:
For this is the Wormwood and the Gall in every bitter Cup. We shall not under the Troubles and Disappointments of this World, cry out we Are undone, if we can think that God hath forgiven us:
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No more than a Man, who has just receiv'd his Prince's Pardon, (when he lay under a Sentence of Condemnation to Death) can be thought,
No more than a Man, who has just received his Prince's Pardon, (when he lay under a Sentence of Condemnation to Death) can be Thought,
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if he lose his Glove or Handkerchief in the way home, that he will wring his Hands,
if he loose his Glove or Handkerchief in the Way home, that he will wring his Hands,
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and weep, and take on for such a Loss, when he had so lately his Life graciously given him.
and weep, and take on for such a Loss, when he had so lately his Life graciously given him.
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Besides, Hereby is a Foundation laid for a Life of Thankful Love and Obedience to God.
Beside, Hereby is a Foundation laid for a Life of Thankful Love and obedience to God.
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Conscience being purg'd from dead Works, we serve the Living God without fear, in hope of his Acceptance;
Conscience being purged from dead Works, we serve the Living God without Fear, in hope of his Acceptance;
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with the Promise of his hearing our Prayers, and that he will be well pleased with our Services,
with the Promise of his hearing our Prayers, and that he will be well pleased with our Services,
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and overlook our Infirmities, &c. We may therefore well bear the Tryals of this Life with Patience and Resignation;
and overlook our Infirmities, etc. We may Therefore well bear the Trials of this Life with Patience and Resignation;
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and in a dying Hour, shall be able to commend our Souls with Faith and Hope, into the Hands of Christ, who will take Care of us as his own, when we leave the World;
and in a dying Hour, shall be able to commend our Souls with Faith and Hope, into the Hands of christ, who will take Care of us as his own, when we leave the World;
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and at last publickly acknowledge and absolve us in the great Day. Oh how many Mercies accompany this one, of the Forgiveness of Sin!
and At last publicly acknowledge and absolve us in the great Day. O how many mercies accompany this one, of the Forgiveness of since!
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Fourthly, This is Mercy indeed to a Returning Sinner;Fourthly, This is Mercy indeed to a Returning Sinner;
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Peculiar Mercy, as it it Irrevocable. Where Sin is forgiven, and Iniquity blotted out, it shall be remember'd no more. You are freely justify'd from all things,
Peculiar Mercy, as it it Irrevocable. Where since is forgiven, and Iniquity blotted out, it shall be remembered no more. You Are freely justified from all things,
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and shall never come into Condemnation.
and shall never come into Condemnation.
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This my Covenant of Peace shall never be removed, saith the Lord, who hath mercy on thee, Isa. LIV. 10. This is not only true of the first Settlement of it,This my Covenant of Peace shall never be removed, Says the Lord, who hath mercy on thee, Isaiah LIV. 10. This is not only true of the First Settlement of it,
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but is the Priviledge of every one, who is under the Bond and Blessing of the New Covenant.
but is the Privilege of every one, who is under the Bound and Blessing of the New Covenant.
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Tho' I visit his Transgression with a Rod, and his Iniquity with Stripes, nevertheless my loving Kindness will I not utterly take from him, Though I visit his Transgression with a Rod, and his Iniquity with Stripes, nevertheless my loving Kindness will I not utterly take from him,
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nor suffer my Faithfulness to fail;
nor suffer my Faithfulness to fail;
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my Covenant will I not break, nor alter the thing that is gone out of my Lips. God may remember the Sins of Pardoned Believers,my Covenant will I not break, nor altar the thing that is gone out of my Lips. God may Remember the Sins of Pardoned Believers,
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so as to afflict them in this World, and exercise the Discipline of his Family: Their share in National Sins, may involve them in present Sufferings with others:
so as to afflict them in this World, and exercise the Discipline of his Family: Their share in National Sins, may involve them in present Sufferings with Others:
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And for particular Transgressions, God may testifie his Fatherly Displeasure against good Men, by remarkable Afflictions;
And for particular Transgressions, God may testify his Fatherly Displeasure against good Men, by remarkable Afflictions;
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but will not reverse their Pardon, so as to punish them Eternally. Ely, David, Jonah, and others are Instances.
but will not reverse their Pardon, so as to Punish them Eternally. Ely, David, Jonah, and Others Are Instances.
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Your Peace with Heaven shall never be so broken; none of your Afflictions will prove it.
Your Peace with Heaven shall never be so broken; none of your Afflictions will prove it.
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The Reconciliation between God and Sinners, that is once accepted by a Real, Active, Unfeigned, Obedient Faith, is Perpetual.
The Reconciliation between God and Sinners, that is once accepted by a Real, Active, Unfeigned, Obedient Faith, is Perpetual.
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It is promis'd, that our Iniquities shall be blotted out, and remember'd no more; that God will cast 'em behind his Back;
It is promised, that our Iniquities shall be blotted out, and remembered no more; that God will cast they behind his Back;
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Cast 'em into the bottom of the Sea;
Cast they into the bottom of the Sea;
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Scatter 'em as a thick Cloud, &c. Isa. XLIII. 25. Psal. LI. 9. Isa. XXXVIII. 17. Mic. VII. 19. Isa. XLIV. 22. And yet more expresly to assure us, that God will not enter into Judgment with us,Scatter they as a thick Cloud, etc. Isaiah XLIII. 25. Psalm LI 9. Isaiah XXXVIII. 17. Mic. VII. 19. Isaiah XLIV. 22. And yet more expressly to assure us, that God will not enter into Judgement with us,
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for the Sins he hath once forgiven, we read, Jer. L. 20. In that day shall the Iniquity of Israel be sought for, and there shall be none;
for the Sins he hath once forgiven, we read, Jer. L. 20. In that day shall the Iniquity of Israel be sought for, and there shall be none;
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and the Sins of Judah, and they shall not be found. and the Sins of Judah, and they shall not be found.
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Where God bestows Forgiveness, he communicates the Spirit of Grace, for the Mortification of Sin. And tho' that Work be not perfect, it shall be progressive;
Where God bestows Forgiveness, he communicates the Spirit of Grace, for the Mortification of Sin. And though that Work be not perfect, it shall be progressive;
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and the Remainders of Corruption in the Soul, will not prove that your Sin is not forgiven.
and the Remainders of Corruption in the Soul, will not prove that your since is not forgiven.
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The Flesh will war against the Spirit, and the Spirit will strive against the Flesh;
The Flesh will war against the Spirit, and the Spirit will strive against the Flesh;
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but you can't conclude, that you are not forgiven, from the Opposition that Sin makes against the Grace of God in the Soul. Would you judge of your selves? consider what Opposition you make against Sin:
but you can't conclude, that you Are not forgiven, from the Opposition that since makes against the Grace of God in the Soul. Would you judge of your selves? Consider what Opposition you make against since:
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Would you have Relief? Apply to the Fountain open, to the Blood and Spirit of Christ,
Would you have Relief? Apply to the Fountain open, to the Blood and Spirit of christ,
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for new Strength from Day to Day, to Crucifie the Flesh, to Continue the Warfare, and Maintain the Conflict.
for new Strength from Day to Day, to Crucify the Flesh, to Continue the Warfare, and Maintain the Conflict.
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That Sin yet remains in the Soul, is consistent with your Reconciliation to God; and your Sence of this, with his Acceptance of you.
That since yet remains in the Soul, is consistent with your Reconciliation to God; and your Sense of this, with his Acceptance of you.
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Yea, I am perswaded, there's never such a Discovery of Corruption, as after Forgiveness;
Yea, I am persuaded, there's never such a Discovery of Corruption, as After Forgiveness;
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when the Grace of God hath enlightned the Soul. But which part do you side with? Do you Condemn, Bewail, Oppose, Resist, Strive, Watch, Pray, Fight,
when the Grace of God hath enlightened the Soul. But which part do you side with? Do you Condemn, Bewail, Oppose, Resist, Strive, Watch, Pray, Fight,
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and Endeavour the Mortification of Corruption, that yet remains, after the Hopes of Pardon? You shall then by the Grace of Christ hold on, and be more than Conquerors:
and Endeavour the Mortification of Corruption, that yet remains, After the Hope's of Pardon? You shall then by the Grace of christ hold on, and be more than Conquerors:
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You should Apply to him, and Exalt his Power, as able to destroy the Works of the Devil.
You should Apply to him, and Exalt his Power, as able to destroy the Works of the devil.
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He has promised, and undertaken it, that no Iniquity shall be charged to your Condemnation. No old Stories shall be repeated, no latent Displeasure harboured, no former Quarrel revived.
He has promised, and undertaken it, that no Iniquity shall be charged to your Condemnation. No old Stories shall be repeated, no latent Displeasure Harboured, no former Quarrel revived.
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If thou return to God with all thy Heart, he will never upbraid thee with thy former Sins; tho' Men may.
If thou return to God with all thy Heart, he will never upbraid thee with thy former Sins; though Men may.
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But if you can hope, that God forgives you, you'll easily bear that, and little mind it.
But if you can hope, that God forgives you, You'll Easily bear that, and little mind it.
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Can you doubt of this Fulness of Pardon, when God hath said, he will hide and blot out our Sins,
Can you doubt of this Fullness of Pardon, when God hath said, he will hide and blot out our Sins,
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so as When sought for they shall not be found:
so as When sought for they shall not be found:
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And that he will put them as far from us, as the East is from the West;
And that he will put them as Far from us, as the East is from the West;
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that None of them shall be mentioned again unto us, Psal. CIII. 10. Jer. XXXI. 34.
that None of them shall be mentioned again unto us, Psalm CIII. 10. Jer. XXXI. 34.
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Fifthly, This Pardoning Mercy is Mercy indeed to a Returning Sinner, because all his unknown and forgotten Sins shall be pardoned,Fifthly, This Pardoning Mercy is Mercy indeed to a Returning Sinner, Because all his unknown and forgotten Sins shall be pardoned,
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as well as those he hath particularly confess'd, agravated, and repented of.
as well as those he hath particularly confessed, aggravated, and repented of.
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As he that breaks the Law in one Point is guilty of all, by the wilful Contempt of Divine Authority;
As he that breaks the Law in one Point is guilty of all, by the wilful Contempt of Divine authority;
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so he that is absolved in one Point, is forgiven in all.
so he that is absolved in one Point, is forgiven in all.
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It were otherwise in vain to be forgiven, and absolved as to some Sins, that might damn us,
It were otherwise in vain to be forgiven, and absolved as to Some Sins, that might damn us,
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if there's any one left that would do it. He that is under Condemnation for one Sin, is liable to Eternal Death:
if there's any one left that would do it. He that is under Condemnation for one since, is liable to Eternal Death:
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But Divine Forgiveness is entire and full.
But Divine Forgiveness is entire and full.
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There are Sins of Good Men, that arise from Humane Frailty, and not from any evil Purpose of Heart;
There Are Sins of Good Men, that arise from Humane Frailty, and not from any evil Purpose of Heart;
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as Sins of Ignorance, which if we had known, we would not have committed; or of sudden Surprize, that we did not Observe;
as Sins of Ignorance, which if we had known, we would not have committed; or of sudden Surprise, that we did not Observe;
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or fell into by the violent hurry of Temptation, before we had time to think what we were doing;
or fell into by the violent hurry of Temptation, before we had time to think what we were doing;
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of such Sins we shall be often guilty, while we are in the World; and we are bid to ask daily Pardon for 'em;
of such Sins we shall be often guilty, while we Are in the World; and we Are bid to ask daily Pardon for they;
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and then they shall not break Covenant between God and Us.
and then they shall not break Covenant between God and Us.
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But there are Many Sins that we have forgotten, for which we were never Humbled in Particular:
But there Are Many Sins that we have forgotten, for which we were never Humbled in Particular:
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And yet if we truly Repent of those we do know, and call to mind, our forgotten Sins shall be forgiven.
And yet if we truly repent of those we do know, and call to mind, our forgotten Sins shall be forgiven.
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For God will Pardon us like himself;
For God will Pardon us like himself;
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Forgive us like a God; not according to our Knowledge, but His own. And as He is greater than our Hearts, to know much more against us,
Forgive us like a God; not according to our Knowledge, but His own. And as He is greater than our Hearts, to know much more against us,
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than we can remember against our selves;
than we can Remember against our selves;
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so He is greater than our Hearts, to forgive even those Faults which our Hearts and Consciences do not Recollect.
so He is greater than our Hearts, to forgive even those Faults which our Hearts and Consciences do not Recollect.
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He knows the Value of Christ's Blood and Merits, to Forgive all our Sins. And by unfeigned Faith, we are interested in the Virtue of it.
He knows thee Valve of Christ's Blood and Merits, to Forgive all our Sins. And by unfeigned Faith, we Are interested in the Virtue of it.
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God hath more Thoughts of Mercy in him, than we have had of Rebellion against him:
God hath more Thoughts of Mercy in him, than we have had of Rebellion against him:
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Psal. XL. 5. Thy Thoughts to us-ward, (speaking of his Thoughts of Mercy) are more than can be numbred. Psalm XL. 5. Thy Thoughts to usward, (speaking of his Thoughts of Mercy) Are more than can be numbered.
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They have been from Everlasting, and reach to Everlasting; whereas 'tis but as of yesterday, that the oldest Sinner began to rebel against God. There is no Comparison.
They have been from Everlasting, and reach to Everlasting; whereas it's but as of yesterday, that the oldest Sinner began to rebel against God. There is no Comparison.
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And this leads to the Last Observation from those Words, He will abundantly Pardon.
And this leads to the Last Observation from those Words, He will abundantly Pardon.
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Last Obs. That God will not only show Mercy to Returning Sinners, so as to Forgive them,Last Obs. That God will not only show Mercy to Returning Sinners, so as to Forgive them,
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but He will abundantly Pardon: He will Multiply Forgivenesses.
but He will abundantly Pardon: He will Multiply Forgivenesses.
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The Apostle speaks of the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that it was exceeding abundant towards him; NONLATINALPHABET, with Faith and Love, which is in Christ Jesus;
The Apostle speaks of the Grace of our Lord jesus christ, that it was exceeding abundant towards him;, with Faith and Love, which is in christ jesus;
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1 Tim. I. 14. superlative, superabundant Grace; not only sufficient for the Pardon of his Sins; but of multitudes more besides.
1 Tim. I. 14. superlative, superabundant Grace; not only sufficient for the Pardon of his Sins; but of Multitudes more beside.
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And accordingly in other places we read, not only of the Grace of God in Forgiveness,
And accordingly in other places we read, not only of the Grace of God in Forgiveness,
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but of his abounding Grace, of the Riches of his Grace;
but of his abounding Grace, of the Riches of his Grace;
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Yea, of the Exceeding Riches of his Grace, Ephes. I. 6, 7. and this joyn'd with tender Mercies; with Loving Kindness; and with Multitudes of Mercies. And here I may show,
Yea, of the Exceeding Riches of his Grace, Ephesians I. 6, 7. and this joined with tender mercies; with Loving Kindness; and with Multitudes of mercies. And Here I may show,
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First, In what Respects, God will abundantly Pardon Returning Sinners. Secondly, Consider what Reason we have to believe it, and be firmly perswaded of it.First, In what Respects, God will abundantly Pardon Returning Sinners. Secondly, Consider what Reason we have to believe it, and be firmly persuaded of it.
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Thirdly, What is the Abuse of this Blessed Doctrine. Fourthly, I shall assist you to make a Right Improvement of it.Thirdly, What is the Abuse of this Blessed Doctrine. Fourthly, I shall assist you to make a Right Improvement of it.
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First, In what respects God promiseth Abundantly to Pardon, or to Multiply Forgivenesses. And this I might show as to Persons, and as to Things. First, In what respects God promises Abundantly to Pardon, or to Multiply Forgivenesses. And this I might show as to Persons, and as to Things.
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First, If we Consider the Extent of Forgiveness as to Sins: With Reference to Time,First, If we Consider the Extent of Forgiveness as to Sins: With Referente to Time,
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and Place, and Persons, &c. As to Time, from the first Promise of the Seed of the Woman, made soon after the Fall, to the End of the World, this door of Mercy is open for Returning Sinners.
and Place, and Persons, etc. As to Time, from the First Promise of the Seed of the Woman, made soon After the Fallen, to the End of the World, this door of Mercy is open for Returning Sinners.
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As to Places, The Gospel is appointed to be Preach'd to every Creature, in every part of the World:
As to Places, The Gospel is appointed to be Preached to every Creature, in every part of the World:
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Neither Jew, nor Gentile, Bond, nor Free, Barbarian, or Scythian, are excepted.
Neither Jew, nor Gentile, Bound, nor Free, Barbarian, or Scythian, Are excepted.
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The Gospel of Grace by Christ Jesus is every where the Power of God, to Pardon,
The Gospel of Grace by christ jesus is every where the Power of God, to Pardon,
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and Salvation, unto all that believe. As to Persons, none shall Perish for want of a sufficient Price, for their Ransom;
and Salvation, unto all that believe. As to Persons, none shall Perish for want of a sufficient Price, for their Ransom;
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for want of a sufficient Satisfaction to the Justice of God: But whereever the Everlasting Gospel is preached, He that Believeth shall be saved.
for want of a sufficient Satisfaction to the justice of God: But wherever the Everlasting Gospel is preached, He that Believeth shall be saved.
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Whoever will, may come, and take of the Waters of Life freely. Whoever will, may come, and take of the Waters of Life freely.
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Whoever will Accept of the Mercy of Christ, upon the holy Terms of the Gospel, shall receive Remission of Sins, Joh. III. 10. God hath so Loved the lost World, that Whosoever Believeth on Christ shall not perish,
Whoever will Accept of the Mercy of christ, upon the holy Terms of the Gospel, shall receive Remission of Sins, John III. 10. God hath so Loved the lost World, that Whosoever Believeth on christ shall not perish,
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but have Everlasting Life, Joh. XII. 46, 47. I am come (saith our Lord) a Light into the World, that Whosoever Believeth in me should not abide in darkness.
but have Everlasting Life, John XII. 46, 47. I am come (Says our Lord) a Light into the World, that Whosoever Believeth in me should not abide in darkness.
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If any Man hear my Words, and believe not, I judge him not, for I came not to Judge the World, but to save the World. If any Man hear my Words, and believe not, I judge him not, for I Come not to Judge the World, but to save the World.
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1 Joh. II. 2. He is a Propitiation for our Sins, and not for ours only,
1 John II 2. He is a Propitiation for our Sins, and not for ours only,
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but for the Sins of the whole World. but for the Sins of the Whole World.
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And when we Consider what sort of Persons, (even the chiefest and vilest of Sinners,) many of those have been, who have been Pardon'd and received to Mercy;
And when we Consider what sort of Persons, (even the chiefest and Vilest of Sinners,) many of those have been, who have been Pardoned and received to Mercy;
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We must needs say, there is no Respect of Persons with God, as to this Matter.
We must needs say, there is no Respect of Persons with God, as to this Matter.
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And there are a great Multitude of these, considered in themselves.
And there Are a great Multitude of these, considered in themselves.
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For even of Martyrs and Confessors, that came out of great Tribulation, and had washed their Robes,
For even of Martyrs and Confessors, that Come out of great Tribulation, and had washed their Robes,
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and made them white in the Blood of the Lamb, there is a Vast Multitude, such as none could number of all Nations,
and made them white in the Blood of the Lamb, there is a Vast Multitude, such as none could number of all nations,
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and Kindreds, and People, and Tongues, Rev. VII. 9, 14. Secondly, He doth abundantly Pardon, considering the Sins forgiven. He is a God pardoning Iniquity, Transgression and Sin; i.e. Sins of all sorts.and Kindreds, and People, and Tongues, Rev. VII. 9, 14. Secondly, He does abundantly Pardon, considering the Sins forgiven. He is a God pardoning Iniquity, Transgression and since; i.e. Sins of all sorts.
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Let the Kinds, Numbers, Repetitions, Aggravations be what they will.
Let the Kinds, Numbers, Repetitions, Aggravations be what they will.
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There is a Multitude of tender Mercies to forgive, and abundant Vertue in the Blood of Christ, to cleanse from all Sin. If the multitude of Transgressions could make a Pile,
There is a Multitude of tender mercies to forgive, and abundant Virtue in the Blood of christ, to cleanse from all Sin. If the multitude of Transgressions could make a Pile,
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as high as from Earth to Heaven, God's pardoning Mercy is above the Heavens:
as high as from Earth to Heaven, God's pardoning Mercy is above the Heavens:
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His Thoughts are above ours in this matter of Forgiveness, as far as the Heavens are above the Earth.
His Thoughts Are above ours in this matter of Forgiveness, as Far as the Heavens Are above the Earth.
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No Sin but final Impenitence, Ungodliness, and Unbelief, is shut out from Pardon;
No since but final Impenitence, Ungodliness, and Unbelief, is shut out from Pardon;
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for the Sin against the Holy Ghost is attended with that, and therfore never to be forgiven.
for the since against the Holy Ghost is attended with that, and Therefore never to be forgiven.
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And as to Sins after Repentance and Pardon, God hath promised to multiply Forgivenesses, to heal Backslidings,
And as to Sins After Repentance and Pardon, God hath promised to multiply Forgivenesses, to heal Backslidings,
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and therfore invites Men to return, with a Promise of Pardon. Return ye backsliding Children, and I will heal your Backslidings.
and Therefore invites Men to return, with a Promise of Pardon. Return you backsliding Children, and I will heal your Backslidings.
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In some early Days of the Christian Church, the Novatian Doctrine spread, that denies Repentance and Pardon to Sins after Baptism;
In Some early Days of the Christian Church, the Novatian Doctrine spread, that Denies Repentance and Pardon to Sins After Baptism;
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upon which Account 'tis thought, many good Men delay'd their Baptism as long as they could, that they might not defile their Garments after they were washed.
upon which Account it's Thought, many good Men delayed their Baptism as long as they could, that they might not defile their Garments After they were washed.
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It seem'd to have taken its Rise from the Misunderstanding of Heb. 6. the Beginning.
It seemed to have taken its Rise from the Misunderstanding of Hebrew 6. the Beginning.
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But any such Doctrine as would discourage Men's Repentance, and return to God, after they have sinned, must needs be of very dangerous Consequence to the Souls of Men.
But any such Doctrine as would discourage Men's Repentance, and return to God, After they have sinned, must needs be of very dangerous Consequence to the Souls of Men.
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I confess, it is a dismal Symptom, to fall often into wilful Sin, to repent and then sin again;
I confess, it is a dismal symptom, to fallen often into wilful since, to Repent and then sin again;
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to repent and sin in a Circle. This rather argues an Intention of sinning again, than a Design of leaving it.
to Repent and sin in a Circle. This rather argues an Intention of sinning again, than a Design of leaving it.
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But for such as have return'd to God, and been forgiven, and yet by the Power of Temptation have afterwards fallen, there is great Encouragement for their Return,
But for such as have returned to God, and been forgiven, and yet by the Power of Temptation have afterwards fallen, there is great Encouragement for their Return,
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and Ground to hope for Forgiveness.
and Ground to hope for Forgiveness.
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For if any man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, even Jesus Christ the Righteous, who was a Propitiation for our Sins. For if any man since, we have an Advocate with the Father, even jesus christ the Righteous, who was a Propitiation for our Sins.
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If any Man sin, 'tis not to encourage to sin, but to prevent Despair after the Commission of it.
If any Man since, it's not to encourage to since, but to prevent Despair After the Commission of it.
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And since we are to forgive one another, as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven us, it would never have been made our Duty to forgive our Offending Brother once and again.
And since we Are to forgive one Another, as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven us, it would never have been made our Duty to forgive our Offending Brother once and again.
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Yea, unto seventy times seven, if there were no Mercy with God for Returning Backsliders.
Yea, unto seventy times seven, if there were no Mercy with God for Returning Backsliders.
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You are allowed, and commanded in such a Case, to return to God, and to sue out your Pardon;
You Are allowed, and commanded in such a Case, to return to God, and to sue out your Pardon;
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and you ought to believe you shall find Welcome, and that your Backslidings shall be healed.
and you ought to believe you shall find Welcome, and that your Backslidings shall be healed.
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There is need of urging this, because Sins after Repentance, and after Vows and Resolutions, and Sacraments, &c. not only defile, but disturb the Conscience;
There is need of urging this, Because Sins After Repentance, and After Vows and Resolutions, and Sacraments, etc. not only defile, but disturb the Conscience;
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and you can't presently approach to God with Comfort? What then should you do? Give up all for lost? Run into Excess of Riot? and say, There is no Hope; therfore let us walk after the Imagination of our own Hearts? No, by no Means.
and you can't presently approach to God with Comfort? What then should you do? Give up all for lost? Run into Excess of Riot? and say, There is no Hope; Therefore let us walk After the Imagination of our own Hearts? No, by no Means.
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But by renewed Acts of Repentance towards God, and of Faith in the Blood of Jesus, return to God, and seek Forgiveness.
But by renewed Acts of Repentance towards God, and of Faith in the Blood of jesus, return to God, and seek Forgiveness.
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I grant in such Cases, it is hard to do this with any Encouragement and Hope:
I grant in such Cases, it is hard to do this with any Encouragement and Hope:
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Our Hearts misgive us, and well they may; we shall have a thousand Jealousies and Fears: And it can't be otherwise.
Our Hearts misgive us, and well they may; we shall have a thousand Jealousies and Fears: And it can't be otherwise.
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However, God's Thoughts are not as ours, He will abundantly pardon Returning Sinners;
However, God's Thoughts Are not as ours, He will abundantly pardon Returning Sinners;
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tho' you have abus'd his Grace, tho' you have dishonour'd his Name, revolted after Forgiveness, slighted the Redeemer Christ, griev'd his Spirit, given Advantage to the Devil, deserv'd to be cast out of his sight;
though you have abused his Grace, though you have dishonoured his Name, revolted After Forgiveness, slighted the Redeemer christ, grieved his Spirit, given Advantage to the devil, deserved to be cast out of his sighed;
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tho' you have broken your solemn Vows, and broken your Peace thereby;
though you have broken your solemn Vows, and broken your Peace thereby;
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yet let such remember, that God will show Mercy to Returning Sinners, and he will abundantly pardon ' em.
yet let such Remember, that God will show Mercy to Returning Sinners, and he will abundantly pardon ' em.
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He will heal their Backslidings, and make them loath themselves, and be confounded for all their Abominations,
He will heal their Backslidings, and make them loath themselves, and be confounded for all their Abominations,
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even After he is pacify'd towards them, Ezek. XVI. the last. You know the kind Language God us'd to Ephraim, Jer. XXXI. 18, 20. Surely I have heard Ephraim bemoaning himself, he is my dear Son, he is a pleasant Child, (or rather, is he not so?) though I spake aginst him, I remember him still, my Bowels are moved for him, I will surely have mercy on him, saith the Lord.
even After he is pacified towards them, Ezekiel XVI. the last. You know the kind Language God used to Ephraim, Jer. XXXI. 18, 20. Surely I have herd Ephraim bemoaning himself, he is my dear Son, he is a pleasant Child, (or rather, is he not so?) though I spoke against him, I Remember him still, my Bowels Are moved for him, I will surely have mercy on him, Says the Lord.
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Read with Thankfulness, Mic. VII. 18, 19. Who is a God like unto thee? that pardoneth Iniquity,
Read with Thankfulness, Mic. VII. 18, 19. Who is a God like unto thee? that Pardoneth Iniquity,
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and passeth by the Transgressions of his Remnant, and retaineth not his Anger for ever, because he delighteth in mercy? He will turn again, and have compassion on us,
and passes by the Transgressions of his Remnant, and retaineth not his Anger for ever, Because he delights in mercy? He will turn again, and have compassion on us,
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and will subdue our Iniquities, and cast our Sins into the Depths of the Sea. And how sweet is the Repentance of such a Returning Backslider, that is kindly melted, humbled,and will subdue our Iniquities, and cast our Sins into the Depths of the Sea. And how sweet is the Repentance of such a Returning Backslider, that is kindly melted, humbled,
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and broken, and brought to the Foot of God, with Hope of Mercy through Christ? The Contrition of such a Soul, is made up like that of Mary Magdalen, of Tears and of Kisses, of Sorrow and of Love, of Humility and Hope, of Confusion and Confidence, of Shame and Joy.
and broken, and brought to the Foot of God, with Hope of Mercy through christ? The Contrition of such a Soul, is made up like that of Marry Magdalen, of Tears and of Kisses, of Sorrow and of Love, of Humility and Hope, of Confusion and Confidence, of Shame and Joy.
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And how will such a Soul love much, to whom much is thus forgiven?
And how will such a Soul love much, to whom much is thus forgiven?
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In short, God doth abundantly pardon, and multiply Pardons, as to the Forgiveness of many Sins, in that never any one Sin was forgiven to any Man, to whom this was not made good.
In short, God does abundantly pardon, and multiply Pardons, as to the Forgiveness of many Sins, in that never any one since was forgiven to any Man, to whom this was not made good.
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Numberless Sins are forgiven wherever one is. They are more than the Hairs of our Head, or the Sands on the Sea-shore.
Numberless Sins Are forgiven wherever one is. They Are more than the Hairs of our Head, or the Sands on the Seashore.
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Well might the Psalmist say, Have mercy on me, O Lord, according to thy loving Kindnesses,
Well might the Psalmist say, Have mercy on me, Oh Lord, according to thy loving Kindnesses,
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and according to the multitude of thy tender Mercies, Psal. LI. 1. I will abundantly pardon, (saith God here) and in another place, I will cleanse them from all their Iniquities, whereby they have sinn'd against me, whereby they have trespass'd against me, (saith the Lord) Jer. XXXII. 8. Who can understand his Errors before Conversion and since? by Omission and Commission, in Thought, in Word and Act? How long did God wait on some of us? What various Methods did he use to bring us home? How graciously did he receive us at first? and after many Provocations receive us again? Surely if we find Mercy with God, any of us, he must abundantly pardon us, and multiply Forgivenesses.and according to the multitude of thy tender mercies, Psalm LI 1. I will abundantly pardon, (Says God Here) and in Another place, I will cleanse them from all their Iniquities, whereby they have sinned against me, whereby they have trespassed against me, (Says the Lord) Jer. XXXII. 8. Who can understand his Errors before Conversion and since? by Omission and Commission, in Thought, in Word and Act? How long did God wait on Some of us? What various Methods did he use to bring us home? How graciously did he receive us At First? and After many Provocations receive us again? Surely if we find Mercy with God, any of us, he must abundantly pardon us, and multiply Forgivenesses.
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And because 'tis not so easie a thing to believe this, I proceed to the Second Particular, to Consider what Reason we have to be perswaded of this.
And Because it's not so easy a thing to believe this, I proceed to the Second Particular, to Consider what Reason we have to be persuaded of this.
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Secondly, Upon what Grounds may we be firmly perswaded of this Truth, That God will thus multiply Pardons? 'Tis certain, to an humbl'd, awaken'd, convinced, penitent Sinner, it must be glad Tydings of great Joy;Secondly, Upon what Grounds may we be firmly persuaded of this Truth, That God will thus multiply Pardons? It's certain, to an humbled, awakened, convinced, penitent Sinner, it must be glad Tidings of great Joy;
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that his Case will admit of Hope.
that his Case will admit of Hope.
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That he ought not to despair, that there is a possibility he may find Mercy with God, if no more:
That he ought not to despair, that there is a possibility he may find Mercy with God, if no more:
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But to have the Riches of God's Grace display'd, to have a free and general Invitation made to all the Hungry and Thirsty, the Weary and Heavy laden;
But to have the Riches of God's Grace displayed, to have a free and general Invitation made to all the Hungry and Thirsty, the Weary and Heavy laden;
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to have a Promise of Mercy and of Forgiveness, whatever thy Sins have been.
to have a Promise of Mercy and of Forgiveness, whatever thy Sins have been.
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What matter of Rejoycing is this? This will answer a thousand Objections, which otherwise you could not tell what to say to.
What matter of Rejoicing is this? This will answer a thousand Objections, which otherwise you could not tell what to say to.
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This is proper to revive the most drooping Spirits, to make them adore God, and admire his glorious Grace:
This is proper to revive the most drooping Spirits, to make them adore God, and admire his glorious Grace:
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This may cause them to think honourably of him, seek earnestly to him, and thankfully accept his offered Mercy;
This may cause them to think honourably of him, seek earnestly to him, and thankfully accept his offered Mercy;
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as poor, wretched, perishing, condemn'd, undone Creatures; toward whom the God of all Grace will magnifie his Rich and Undeserved Mercy.
as poor, wretched, perishing, condemned, undone Creatures; towards whom the God of all Grace will magnify his Rich and Undeserved Mercy.
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Therfore, be perswaded to believe it; considering such things as these.
Therefore, be persuaded to believe it; considering such things as these.
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First, That there are large and express Promises, and most astonishing Instances, in the Holy Scriptures, to Encourage your Faith, He that best understands his own kind Thoughts to the Children of Men, to the chiefest of Sinners, hath assured you he will not only have Mercy, but abundantly pardon;First, That there Are large and express Promises, and most astonishing Instances, in the Holy Scriptures, to Encourage your Faith, He that best understands his own kind Thoughts to the Children of Men, to the chiefest of Sinners, hath assured you he will not only have Mercy, but abundantly pardon;
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and that where Sin hath abounded, Grace shall much more abound toward all of them, who will accept of Mercy by Jesus Christ;
and that where since hath abounded, Grace shall much more abound towards all of them, who will accept of Mercy by jesus christ;
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so as God may not lose the Glory of it.
so as God may not loose the Glory of it.
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You think it very hard to be perswaded of this, but hath not God told you, that as far as the Heavens are above the Earth,
You think it very hard to be persuaded of this, but hath not God told you, that as Far as the Heavens Are above the Earth,
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so are his Thoughts and Ways above yours? And tho' your Sins be as Crimson and Scarlet, that they shall be as Snow and Wool;
so Are his Thoughts and Ways above yours? And though your Sins be as Crimson and Scarlet, that they shall be as Snow and Wool;
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and that To the Lord our God, belong Mercies and Forgiveness, tho' we have rebell'd against him.
and that To the Lord our God, belong mercies and Forgiveness, though we have rebelled against him.
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Have we not Instances of this, as to others? of the worst of Men and Women, that have been washed and justify'd, through the Blood of Christ,
Have we not Instances of this, as to Others? of the worst of Men and Women, that have been washed and justified, through the Blood of christ,
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and Spirit of Christ? of Sinks of Sin, that have been made Vessels of Mercy? Many Examples in the Old Testament and in the New, of Jews and Gentiles? What Folly,
and Spirit of christ? of Sinks of since, that have been made Vessels of Mercy? Many Examples in the Old Testament and in the New, of jews and Gentiles? What Folly,
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and what aggravated Sin was David guilty of, after the Knowledge of God? and what great Sins before Conversion was the Apostle Paul charg'd with? You have been sometimes told, that 'tis an Instance of God's Wisdom and Kindness, to record the the Example of David 's Fall.
and what aggravated since was David guilty of, After the Knowledge of God? and what great Sins before Conversion was the Apostle Paul charged with? You have been sometime told, that it's an Instance of God's Wisdom and Kindness, to record the the Exampl of David is Fallen.
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Some it may be, think it were better left out, lest it should encourage Sinners,
some it may be, think it were better left out, lest it should encourage Sinners,
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but doubtless many a Man would have perished in Despair, and made away himself, if it had not been for the Example of David's Repentance; and God's Forgiveness of him, after such hainous Transgressions.
but doubtless many a Man would have perished in Despair, and made away himself, if it had not been for the Exampl of David's Repentance; and God's Forgiveness of him, After such heinous Transgressions.
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Secondly, God hath declared this to be his Nature and Delight.Secondly, God hath declared this to be his Nature and Delight.
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He proclaims it as part of his Name, Exod. XXXIV. 5, 6. to be The Lord God, Gracious and Merciful, Slow to Anger,
He proclaims it as part of his Name, Exod XXXIV. 5, 6. to be The Lord God, Gracious and Merciful, Slow to Anger,
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and Abundant in Goodness and Truth, forgiving Iniquity, Transgression and Sin. He is pleas'd in the Exercise of his Mercy, he delights to be Gracious,and Abundant in goodness and Truth, forgiving Iniquity, Transgression and Sin. He is pleased in the Exercise of his Mercy, he delights to be Gracious,
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and takes pleasure in them that hope in his Mercy.
and Takes pleasure in them that hope in his Mercy.
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And therfore what pleaseth him, and he delights to do, he will do abundantly. There is an Inexhausted Treasure of Grace in God, Exceeding Riches of Grace, and unsearchable Depths of Mercy and Grace.
And Therefore what Pleases him, and he delights to do, he will do abundantly. There is an Inexhausted Treasure of Grace in God, Exceeding Riches of Grace, and unsearchable Depths of Mercy and Grace.
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God, who is rich in mercy, (saith the Apostle) for the great love wherewith he loved us, God, who is rich in mercy, (Says the Apostle) for the great love wherewith he loved us,
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even when we were dead in sins, hath quickned us together with Christ, Ephes. II. 4, 5. And all the Saints are set forth,even when we were dead in Sins, hath quickened us together with christ, Ephesians II 4, 5. And all the Saints Are Set forth,
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as studious and thoughtful about the Glorious Dimensions of God's Grace, as endeavouring to comprehend the Breadth, Length, Height, and Depth of this Grace, that passeth Knowledge, Eph. I. 8. The Breadth of his Love, in covering such a multitude of Sins,
as studious and thoughtful about the Glorious Dimensions of God's Grace, as endeavouring to comprehend the Breadth, Length, Height, and Depth of this Grace, that passes Knowledge, Ephesians I. 8. The Breadth of his Love, in covering such a multitude of Sins,
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and pardoning such a multitude of Sinners: The Depth of it, reaching us in the Depth of our Sin and Misery:
and pardoning such a multitude of Sinners: The Depth of it, reaching us in the Depth of our since and Misery:
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The Length of it, from Everlasting to Everlasting:
The Length of it, from Everlasting to Everlasting:
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The Height of it, in raising us from a deserved Hell, to an infinitely Glorious Heaven.
The Height of it, in raising us from a deserved Hell, to an infinitely Glorious Heaven.
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Love, Grace and Mercy, are his Nature and Delight. 'Tis above our Thoughts, and past our Comprehension.
Love, Grace and Mercy, Are his Nature and Delight. It's above our Thoughts, and passed our Comprehension.
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We read, that his Judgments are unsearchable, and his Ways past finding out; 'tis as true of his Ways of Mercy, as of any.
We read, that his Judgments Are unsearchable, and his Ways passed finding out; it's as true of his Ways of Mercy, as of any.
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By that Name Judgments, sometimes his Mercies are call'd, Psal. XXXVI. 5, 6. Thy Judgments are a great deep;
By that Name Judgments, sometime his mercies Are called, Psalm XXXVI. 5, 6. Thy Judgments Are a great deep;
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to show the Meaning whereof, the Psalmist breaks out, O Lord, how excellent is thy Loving Kindness to the Sons of Men, that put their trust in thee? All the Merits of Christ are call'd the Mercies of God, the sure Mercies of David.
to show the Meaning whereof, the Psalmist breaks out, Oh Lord, how excellent is thy Loving Kindness to the Sons of Men, that put their trust in thee? All the Merits of christ Are called the mercies of God, the sure mercies of David.
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God is said to be Rich in Mercy, and no other Attribute of God is call'd his Riches, but his Goodness, Grace and Love.
God is said to be Rich in Mercy, and no other Attribute of God is called his Riches, but his goodness, Grace and Love.
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Thirdly, God useth variety of Arguments throughout the Scriptures, to perswade us to believe this.Thirdly, God uses variety of Arguments throughout the Scriptures, to persuade us to believe this.
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He not only urgeth us from his own Example, and obliges us to forgive our Trespassing Brother, (if he repent) unto seventy times seven,
He not only urges us from his own Exampl, and obliges us to forgive our Trespassing Brother, (if he Repent) unto seventy times seven,
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but with the greatest Kindness, he bespeaks us to believe his Compassion, to be perswaded of his Tenderness and Love.
but with the greatest Kindness, he bespeaks us to believe his Compassion, to be persuaded of his Tenderness and Love.
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He employs a great deal of Rhetorick to that purpose.
He employs a great deal of Rhetoric to that purpose.
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Why sayest thou, O Jacob, and speakest O Israel, my way is hid from the Lord, Why Sayest thou, Oh Jacob, and Speakest O Israel, my Way is hid from the Lord,
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and my Judgment is passed over from my God;
and my Judgement is passed over from my God;
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hast thou not known, hast thou not heard? that the everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the Earth, fainteth not,
hast thou not known, hast thou not herd? that the everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the Earth, fainteth not,
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neither is weary? Isa. XL. 7, 8. He appeals to Heaven and Earth, to the Dumb and Insensible Creatures;neither is weary? Isaiah XL. 7, 8. He appeals to Heaven and Earth, to the Dumb and Insensible Creatures;
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that his Ways are equal, that ours are unequal;
that his Ways Are equal, that ours Are unequal;
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he offers, he invites, he calls, and expostulates, and complains of our Backwardness to believe him;
he offers, he invites, he calls, and expostulates, and complains of our Backwardness to believe him;
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he pleads, and promiseth, and adds his Oath to his Word, As I live saith the Lord, i. e.
he pleads, and promises, and adds his Oath to his Word, As I live Says the Lord, i. e.
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As I am a Living God, I take no pleasure in the death of him that dyeth,
As I am a Living God, I take no pleasure in the death of him that Dies,
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but rather that he return and live, than go on and dye.
but rather that he return and live, than go on and die.
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Turn ye, turn ye, why will ye dye, O House of Israel? He's represented as with Sighs and Groans, bewailing the Obstinacy of Sinners to their own Destruction.Turn you, turn you, why will you die, Oh House of Israel? He's represented as with Sighs and Groans, bewailing the Obstinacy of Sinners to their own Destruction.
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O that they were wise, and would consider this! Oh that they were wise, and would Consider this!
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O that there were such a Heart in them? O that they knew the things that belong to their peace,
O that there were such a Heart in them? O that they knew the things that belong to their peace,
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before they are hid from their Eyes! How kind and encouraging are such Passages?before they Are hid from their Eyes! How kind and encouraging Are such Passages?
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Fourthly, Consider, this is one great End of God's Patience, and Forbearance, and of his continuing the Preaching of the Word,Fourthly, Consider, this is one great End of God's Patience, and Forbearance, and of his Continuing the Preaching of the Word,
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and the Ordinances of the Gospel; that Sinners might be led to Repentance, by the Hopes of Forgiveness.
and the Ordinances of the Gospel; that Sinners might be led to Repentance, by the Hope's of Forgiveness.
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How many Years hath God waited on some of you? Should not the Long-suffering of God, that hath a Tendency to Salvation, encourage you to believe, that there is Mercy and Forgiveness with him? What quick Dispatch hath he made with others,
How many years hath God waited on Some of you? Should not the Long-suffering of God, that hath a Tendency to Salvation, encourage you to believe, that there is Mercy and Forgiveness with him? What quick Dispatch hath he made with Others,
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while he hath spared you? He hath taken some, in the Act of their Vile Abominations;
while he hath spared you? He hath taken Some, in the Act of their Vile Abominations;
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many in the very height of their Wickedness; and hath refus'd to give them further time and space to repent:
many in the very height of their Wickedness; and hath refused to give them further time and Molle to Repent:
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He hath call'd some to Judgment in their Youth, soon after they had broken the Fetters of their Education, cast off the God of their Fathers,
He hath called Some to Judgement in their Youth, soon After they had broken the Fetters of their Education, cast off the God of their Father's,
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and begun to indulge themselves in youthful Lusts:
and begun to indulge themselves in youthful Lustiest:
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Many besure, (not greater Sinners than you) are gone to their place, while he yet waits to be gracious to you.
Many besure, (not greater Sinners than you) Are gone to their place, while he yet waits to be gracious to you.
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He offers you Pardon and Life, when he might have condemn'd you to Remediless Wrath, and put it in Execution long ago.
He offers you Pardon and Life, when he might have condemned you to Remediless Wrath, and put it in Execution long ago.
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He continues to exercise great Patience and Power in forbearing you.
He continues to exercise great Patience and Power in forbearing you.
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Is it not with this kind Design, that it might lead you to Repentance, that you might turn to him, seek after him,
Is it not with this kind Design, that it might led you to Repentance, that you might turn to him, seek After him,
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and intreat his Pity before it be too late? May you not infer thus much from his Long-suffering? Did he bear with thee,
and entreat his Pity before it be too late? May you not infer thus much from his Long-suffering? Did he bear with thee,
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when thy Heart was hard as a Rock? and thou would'st not hearken to any Treaty of Peace? and will he not accept thee now thy Heart begins to be contrite,
when thy Heart was hard as a Rock? and thou Wouldst not harken to any Treaty of Peace? and will he not accept thee now thy Heart begins to be contrite,
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and broken with Sence of Sin, and Sorrow for it? Did he bear with thee while Sin was thy Delight? and will he not be gracious if thou seek him, now Sin is become thy Burthen? Doth he continue to call thee by his Word? and Commission his Ministers to tell thee in his Name, that if thou return, he will abundantly pardon? Doth he order them to beseech thee for Christ's sake,
and broken with Sense of since, and Sorrow for it? Did he bear with thee while since was thy Delight? and will he not be gracious if thou seek him, now since is become thy Burden? Does he continue to call thee by his Word? and Commission his Ministers to tell thee in his Name, that if thou return, he will abundantly pardon? Does he order them to beseech thee for Christ's sake,
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and in his stead, that thou would'st be reconciled to God? and can you suppose he is inexorable? If a King should send one of his Attendants to a Condemned Prisoner, saying, Go tell such a one, let him come to me for his Pardon, and he shall have it;
and in his stead, that thou Wouldst be reconciled to God? and can you suppose he is inexorable? If a King should send one of his Attendants to a Condemned Prisoner, saying, Go tell such a one, let him come to me for his Pardon, and he shall have it;
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my Son hath interceeded for him, and made his Peace, tho' he hath forfeited his Life,
my Son hath interceded for him, and made his Peace, though he hath forfeited his Life,
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and deserv'd to dye, and I might put the Sentence in Execution to Morrow;
and deserved to die, and I might put the Sentence in Execution to Morrow;
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yet let him come, and confess his Sin, and ask Forgiveness, and I will pardon him.
yet let him come, and confess his since, and ask Forgiveness, and I will pardon him.
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Yea, tell him, I desire, I entreat, that he would come. I beg that he would have pity on himself, and not refuse me:
Yea, tell him, I desire, I entreat, that he would come. I beg that he would have pity on himself, and not refuse me:
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I earnestly pray, and beseech him; I must take no Denial, he must come. What Kindness and Condescention were this!
I earnestly pray, and beseech him; I must take no Denial, he must come. What Kindness and Condescension were this!
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You know how to apply it.
You know how to apply it.
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'Tis as certain unto all of you, by the Preaching of the Gospel, as if you were spoken to by Name.
It's as certain unto all of you, by the Preaching of the Gospel, as if you were spoken to by Name.
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But if you reject the kind Offer of the Grace of the Gospel, and will not return from your Evil Ways,
But if you reject the kind Offer of the Grace of the Gospel, and will not return from your Evil Ways,
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but go on and put it to the venture; (after such a Merciful Invitation,
but go on and put it to the venture; (After such a Merciful Invitation,
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and that so often repeated) consider then, what a Hazard you run, and if you hold on,
and that so often repeated) Consider then, what a Hazard you run, and if you hold on,
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how dreadful your Doom will be.
how dreadful your Doom will be.
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All the Ministers of Christ, instead of Blessing you in the Name of the Lord, must pronounce against you all the Curses of the Law,
All the Ministers of christ, instead of Blessing you in the Name of the Lord, must pronounce against you all the Curses of the Law,
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and all the additional Curses, denounced against the Despisers of the Gospel.
and all the additional Curses, denounced against the Despisers of the Gospel.
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And must say unto you, Anathema Maranatha, Cursed in this World, 'till the Coming of Christ;
And must say unto you, Anathema Maranatha, Cursed in this World, till the Coming of christ;
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and when he comes, Accursed from his blessed Presence, into Everlasting Destruction.
and when he comes, Accursed from his blessed Presence, into Everlasting Destruction.
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Yea, all the Angels of God, all the Churches of Christ, all the Saints on Earth and in Heaven, will adore Divine Justice,
Yea, all the Angels of God, all the Churches of christ, all the Saints on Earth and in Heaven, will adore Divine justice,
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and can have no Compassion on you, if you go on to despise the Grace of God,
and can have no Compassion on you, if you go on to despise the Grace of God,
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and will not be drawn with the Cords of his Love. Fifthly, To perswade you, that God will abundantly pardon;
and will not be drawn with the Cords of his Love. Fifthly, To persuade you, that God will abundantly pardon;
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Consider how valuable a Price was paid for your Redemption, that you might have Forgiveness.
Consider how valuable a Price was paid for your Redemption, that you might have Forgiveness.
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When you think of the Freeness of this Mercy to you, think also that it cost the precious Blood of Jesus to Procure it.
When you think of the Freeness of this Mercy to you, think also that it cost the precious Blood of jesus to Procure it.
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And by the great Propitiation for Sin, which he hath made, God hath glorify'd his Holiness and Justice,
And by the great Propitiation for since, which he hath made, God hath glorified his Holiness and justice,
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and may now glorifie his Mercy and Grace, in pardoning and saving Sinners, without lessening the Honour of his Authority and Government,
and may now Glorify his Mercy and Grace, in pardoning and Saving Sinners, without lessening the Honour of his authority and Government,
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or impeaching any of his Attributes and Perfections.
or impeaching any of his Attributes and Perfections.
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You may come, and beg Mercy for the sake of Jesus Christ, saying, Lord, save me,
You may come, and beg Mercy for the sake of jesus christ, saying, Lord, save me,
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for thy Mercy's sake, I am a Vile Sinner, a Rebellious Creature, not only an unprofitable Servant, but a hainous Criminal:
for thy Mercy's sake, I am a Vile Sinner, a Rebellious Creature, not only an unprofitable Servant, but a heinous Criminal:
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I have nothing in my self, but Matter of Shame, and Humiliation; nothing of any good, but what thou hast given me.
I have nothing in my self, but Matter of Shame, and Humiliation; nothing of any good, but what thou hast given me.
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There's nothing in any of my Services, but need the Sprinkling of the Blood of Jesus, to make them accepted.
There's nothing in any of my Services, but need the Sprinkling of the Blood of jesus, to make them accepted.
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But there is Redemption, even the Forgiveness of Sin through the Blood of Jesus. Lord, Here is the Blood shed for Expiation of my Sins:
But there is Redemption, even the Forgiveness of since through the Blood of jesus. Lord, Here is the Blood shed for Expiation of my Sins:
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Lord, Here's the Price paid for my Reconciliation, here's a perfect Righteousness to cover me, here's a compleat, Attoning Sacrifice, Christ's Merit, Righteousness,Lord, Here's the Price paid for my Reconciliation, here's a perfect Righteousness to cover me, here's a complete, Atoning Sacrifice, Christ's Merit, Righteousness,
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and Intercession, and Grace can save me. O let me be found in him, accepted in him!
and Intercession, and Grace can save me. O let me be found in him, accepted in him!
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Did I dishonour God formerly, by my aggravated Sins? Christ my Redeemer hath honour'd him more by his Death,
Did I dishonour God formerly, by my aggravated Sins? christ my Redeemer hath honoured him more by his Death,
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than ever I dishonour'd him by my wicked Life.
than ever I dishonoured him by my wicked Life.
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Is it not a Trouble to you, to think with what Affection and Delight you sinned, with what Deliberation you committed such and such Sins? Oh! remember that Christ delighted to do the Mediatorial Will of his Father:
Is it not a Trouble to you, to think with what Affection and Delight you sinned, with what Deliberation you committed such and such Sins? Oh! Remember that christ delighted to do the Mediatorial Will of his Father:
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He was straitned 'till he drank of the bitter Cup, and was baptized with his own Blood.
He was straitened till he drank of the bitter Cup, and was baptised with his own Blood.
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He knew before hand, all that he was to do and suffer for our Redemption, and yet willingly undertook it:
He knew before hand, all that he was to do and suffer for our Redemption, and yet willingly undertook it:
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Did you sin with much intenseness of Spirit, so that your Heart was in it? Have your Crimes been (many of them) Mental, Spiritual, Inward Sins? (like those of the Devil, which are worse than Sensual, Carnal Ones) Remember, Christ's Sufferings lay much in his Soul also.
Did you sin with much intenseness of Spirit, so that your Heart was in it? Have your Crimes been (many of them) Mental, Spiritual, Inward Sins? (like those of the devil, which Are Worse than Sensual, Carnal Ones) remember, Christ's Sufferings lay much in his Soul also.
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His Spirit, his Soul was heavy unto Death, &c.
His Spirit, his Soul was heavy unto Death, etc.
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And whatever Unworthiness you may apprehend of the Mercy offer'd you, remember 'tis Free Mercy. You are call'd and invited to receive it, without Money and without Price.
And whatever Unworthiness you may apprehend of the Mercy offered you, Remember it's Free Mercy. You Are called and invited to receive it, without Money and without Price.
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If you are weary and heavy laden, and sensible of your Unworthiness;
If you Are weary and heavy laden, and sensible of your Unworthiness;
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if you see your need of his help, are desirous of it, and willing to yield your selves to his Conduct;
if you see your need of his help, Are desirous of it, and willing to yield your selves to his Conduct;
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to be saved in a way of Free-grace, so as to give him the entire Glory of your Salvation;
to be saved in a Way of Free grace, so as to give him the entire Glory of your Salvation;
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you ought to believe that God will show you Mercy, and abundantly pardon you.
you ought to believe that God will show you Mercy, and abundantly pardon you.
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He hath glorify'd his Mercy in the purchase of Forgiveness by Christ, in the Publication of it in the Gospel,
He hath glorified his Mercy in the purchase of Forgiveness by christ, in the Publication of it in the Gospel,
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and in the Application of it to particular Sinners upon Faith and Repentance, or Repentance and Faith; (I scruple not to put either first.) since they are inseperable, and are never parted: And both are absolutely needful.
and in the Application of it to particular Sinners upon Faith and Repentance, or Repentance and Faith; (I scruple not to put either First.) since they Are inseparable, and Are never parted: And both Are absolutely needful.
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Repentance towards God, and Faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, that at once we may give God the Honour of his Authority and violated Law, by our Repentance;
Repentance towards God, and Faith in our Lord jesus christ, that At once we may give God the Honour of his authority and violated Law, by our Repentance;
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and of his rich Grace in the Gospel, by our Faith in Christ.
and of his rich Grace in the Gospel, by our Faith in christ.
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And can any thing be more free to us, than to be forgiven, in this Method, on these Terms? to have all our Transgressions blotted out for his Name's sake? and to be washed and cleans'd in the Fountain of Christ's Blood,
And can any thing be more free to us, than to be forgiven, in this Method, on these Terms? to have all our Transgressions blotted out for his Name's sake? and to be washed and cleansed in the Fountain of Christ's Blood,
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when we have nothing but our own miserable, and wretched Case to move his Pity? He justisies us freely by his Grace,
when we have nothing but our own miserable, and wretched Case to move his Pity? He justifes us freely by his Grace,
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and found a way to do it, with Honour to his own Name.
and found a Way to do it, with Honour to his own Name.
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What a strange Passage is that of the Prophet? Isa. XLIII. 22, 23, 24. Thou hast not called upon me, O Jacob,
What a strange Passage is that of the Prophet? Isaiah XLIII. 22, 23, 24. Thou hast not called upon me, Oh Jacob,
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but hast been weary of me, O Israel, thou hast not brought me the small Cattle of thy burnt Offerings,
but hast been weary of me, Oh Israel, thou hast not brought me the small Cattle of thy burned Offerings,
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neither hast thou honour'd me with thy Sacrifice;
neither haste thou honoured me with thy Sacrifice;
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thou hast bought me no sweet Cane with Money, neither hast thou filled me with the fat of thy Sacrifices,
thou hast bought me no sweet Cane with Money, neither haste thou filled me with the fat of thy Sacrifices,
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but thou hast made me to serve with thy sins, thou hast wearied me with thine Iniquities. but thou hast made me to serve with thy Sins, thou hast wearied me with thine Iniquities.
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What might now be expected, but that God should say, Therfore I will not hear thee when thou callest, I'le make thee a Sacrifice to my Wrath, I'le punish thee according to thy Desert:
What might now be expected, but that God should say, Therefore I will not hear thee when thou Callest, I'll make thee a Sacrifice to my Wrath, I'll Punish thee according to thy Desert:
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But 'tis quite otherwise, for it follows in Verse 25. I, even I, am he, that blotteh out thy Transgressions for my own sake,
But it's quite otherwise, for it follows in Verse 25. I, even I, am he, that blotteh out thy Transgressions for my own sake,
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and will not remember thy Sins. and will not Remember thy Sins.
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When the God whom we had offended by Sin, is become a God of Forgiveness, in such a way and method of rich and glorious Grace, we need not doubt but his Heart is in it,
When the God whom we had offended by since, is become a God of Forgiveness, in such a Way and method of rich and glorious Grace, we need not doubt but his Heart is in it,
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and therfore that he will abundantly pardon.
and Therefore that he will abundantly pardon.
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He might have exacted the Punishment of Sin, when he gave his only begotten Son, to be a Propitiation for our Sin,
He might have exacted the Punishment of since, when he gave his only begotten Son, to be a Propitiation for our since,
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and accepted his Suffering instead of ours. There could be nothing move him to this, but his own Grace and Love:
and accepted his Suffering instead of ours. There could be nothing move him to this, but his own Grace and Love:
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And therfore we ought to believe, that he's ready to receive returning Sinners unto Mercy for Christ's sake.
And Therefore we ought to believe, that he's ready to receive returning Sinners unto Mercy for Christ's sake.
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Sixthly, As consequent to this, Consider, that by believing, that God will abundantly pardon returning Sinners, we give Honour and Glory to God.Sixthly, As consequent to this, Consider, that by believing, that God will abundantly pardon returning Sinners, we give Honour and Glory to God.
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He is pleas'd and honour'd by our giving Credit to his Word, and hoping in his Mercy.
He is pleased and honoured by our giving Credit to his Word, and hoping in his Mercy.
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Whereas if we distrust his Promises, and Declarations of Grace, we not only disobey his Order,
Whereas if we distrust his Promises, and Declarations of Grace, we not only disobey his Order,
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but refuse that which he delights in, and whereby he's glorify'd.
but refuse that which he delights in, and whereby he's glorified.
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By not believing his Promises of Pardon, we do what we can to frustrate the Command of Faith in Jesus Christ,
By not believing his Promises of Pardon, we do what we can to frustrate the Command of Faith in jesus christ,
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and the Promse of Salvation by him.
and the Promise of Salvation by him.
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Yea, to disappoint the great Design of Christ's Coming into the World, which was to save Sinners.
Yea, to disappoint the great Design of Christ's Coming into the World, which was to save Sinners.
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We undervalue the rich Provision he hath made for our Encouragement; we gratifie the Devil, in keeping off from the only Remedy which Christ hath procured:
We undervalue the rich Provision he hath made for our Encouragement; we gratify the devil, in keeping off from the only Remedy which christ hath procured:
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We do in effect make God a Liar, by disbelieving the Record he hath given of his Son, not setting to our Seal that God is true, 1 John V. 10. John III. 33. If we honour and please God by our Faith and Hope, more than by any thing else;
We do in Effect make God a Liar, by disbelieving the Record he hath given of his Son, not setting to our Seal that God is true, 1 John V. 10. John III. 33. If we honour and please God by our Faith and Hope, more than by any thing Else;
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we do as much dishonour and displease him by our Unbelieving Despondency, and Dispair.
we do as much dishonour and displease him by our Unbelieving Despondency, and Despair.
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Yea, all the Sins of your past Life, that make you fear God will never forgive you, are not cloathed with higher Aggravations of Guilt,
Yea, all the Sins of your past Life, that make you Fear God will never forgive you, Are not clothed with higher Aggravations of Gilded,
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than your doubting of the pardon of them, in Case you unfeignedly return to God, and believe in Christ.
than your doubting of the pardon of them, in Case you unfeignedly return to God, and believe in christ.
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Lastly, You ought to believe it for the Reason added, Ver. 7. because God's Thoughts are not as ours; Lastly, You ought to believe it for the Reason added, Ver. 7. Because God's Thoughts Are not as ours;
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but as far as the Heavens are above the Earth, &c. We can't think so kindly of any, who have injur'd us:
but as Far as the Heavens Are above the Earth, etc. We can't think so kindly of any, who have injured us:
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as God thinks of us who have offended him. Nor can we think to what degree God is able to forgive our greatest Provocations,
as God thinks of us who have offended him. Nor can we think to what degree God is able to forgive our greatest Provocations,
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and show Mercy to the vilest Sinners, that will return. We are prone to revenge, we are hardly reconciled;
and show Mercy to the Vilest Sinners, that will return. We Are prove to revenge, we Are hardly reconciled;
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we are apt to return Evil for Evil; we are not easily brought to Forgiveness.
we Are apt to return Evil for Evil; we Are not Easily brought to Forgiveness.
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But My thoughts are not as yours, (saith God) You know not how far my Mercy can reach, I am God and not Man. The distance between God and Man, between the Creature and Creator, is infinitely more than between Heaven and Earth.
But My thoughts Are not as yours, (Says God) You know not how Far my Mercy can reach, I am God and not Man. The distance between God and Man, between the Creature and Creator, is infinitely more than between Heaven and Earth.
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What if you can't imagine, that ever I should have such Thoughts of Mercy for poor Sinners:
What if you can't imagine, that ever I should have such Thoughts of Mercy for poor Sinners:
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Do you consider, how high the Heavens are above the Earth? so are my Thoughts and Ways higher than yours:
Do you Consider, how high the Heavens Are above the Earth? so Are my Thoughts and Ways higher than yours:
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They are like my self, infinite.
They Are like my self, infinite.
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And how many, by their own Experience of God's kind and gracious Dealing with them, who with holy Wonder and Thankfulness, have acknowledg'd and attested the Truth of this:
And how many, by their own Experience of God's kind and gracious Dealing with them, who with holy Wonder and Thankfulness, have acknowledged and attested the Truth of this:
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Many a time have I called my self a Prodigal, (to use the Words of an Excellent Person) a Companion of Swine, a miserable, hard-hearted Sinner, unworthy to be called his Son,
Many a time have I called my self a Prodigal, (to use the Words of an Excellent Person) a Companion of Swine, a miserable, hardhearted Sinner, unworthy to be called his Son,
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when he hath called me Child, and chid me for, my questioning his Love, he hath readily forgiven the Sins, which I thought would have made my Soul the fuel of Hell;
when he hath called me Child, and Child me for, my questioning his Love, he hath readily forgiven the Sins, which I Thought would have made my Soul the fuel of Hell;
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he hath entertain'd me with Joy, with Musick and a Feast; when I better deserv'd to have been among the Dogs without his Doors.
he hath entertained me with Joy, with Music and a Feast; when I better deserved to have been among the Dogs without his Doors.
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He hath embrac'd me in his sustaining, Consolatory Arms, when he might have spurned my guilty Soul to Hell,
He hath embraced me in his sustaining, Consolatory Arms, when he might have spurned my guilty Soul to Hell,
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and said, Depart from me thou Worker of Iniquity, I know thee not.
and said, Depart from me thou Worker of Iniquity, I know thee not.
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O little did I think, that he could ever have forgotten the Vanity and Villany of my Youth;
O little did I think, that he could ever have forgotten the Vanity and Villainy of my Youth;
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yea, so easily have forgotten my most aggravated Sins.
yea, so Easily have forgotten my most aggravated Sins.
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When I had sinned against Light, when I had resisted Conscience, when I had frequently and wilfully injured Love, I thought he would never have forgotten it:
When I had sinned against Light, when I had resisted Conscience, when I had frequently and wilfully injured Love, I Thought he would never have forgotten it:
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But the greatness of his Love and Mercy, and the Blood and Intercession of his Son hath cancelled all.
But the greatness of his Love and Mercy, and the Blood and Intercession of his Son hath canceled all.
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O how many Mercies have I tasted, since I thought I had sinned away all Mercies!
O how many mercies have I tasted, since I Thought I had sinned away all mercies!
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How patiently hath he born with me, since I thought he would never have put up more? — Tho' I injure and dishonour him by loving him no more,
How patiently hath he born with me, since I Thought he would never have put up more? — Though I injure and dishonour him by loving him no more,
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tho' I oft forget him, and have been out of the Way, when he hath come or called me;
though I oft forget him, and have been out of the Way, when he hath come or called me;
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tho' I have disobediently turned away mine Ears, and unkindly refus'd the Entertainments of his Love;
though I have disobediently turned away mine Ears, and unkindly refused the Entertainments of his Love;
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and unfaithfully play'd with those, whose Company he forbad me; yet he hath not divorc'd me, or turn'd me out of Doors. O wonderful!
and unfaithfully played with those, whose Company he forbade me; yet he hath not divorced me, or turned me out of Doors. O wondered!
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that Heaven will be familiar with Earth! and God with Man! the Highest with a Worm!
that Heaven will be familiar with Earth! and God with Man! the Highest with a Worm!
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and the most Holy with an unconstant Sinner! Man refuseth me, when God will entertain me:
and the most Holy with an unconstant Sinner! Man Refuseth me, when God will entertain me:
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Those whom I never wrong'd, reject me with Reproach;
Those whom I never wronged, reject me with Reproach;
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and God whom I have unspeakably injured, doth invite me, entreat me, and condescendeth to me,
and God whom I have unspeakably injured, does invite me, entreat me, and condescendeth to me,
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as if he were beholden to me to be saved. Men that I have deserved well of, abhor me;
as if he were beholden to me to be saved. Men that I have deserved well of, abhor me;
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and God that I have deserved Hell of, doth accept me. I upbraid my self with my sins, but he doth not upbraid me with them.
and God that I have deserved Hell of, does accept me. I upbraid my self with my Sins, but he does not upbraid me with them.
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I condemn my self for them, but he condemns me not, I have Peace with him,
I condemn my self for them, but he condemns me not, I have Peace with him,
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before I can have Peace with my Conscience.
before I can have Peace with my Conscience.
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Object. But after all these endearing Expressions of the Grace of God, (may some say) we can't tell how to believe, 'tis hard to be fully perswaded of this. Object. But After all these endearing Expressions of the Grace of God, (may Some say) we can't tell how to believe, it's hard to be Fully persuaded of this.
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Consider therefore, the Verses following the Text, where there's this Objection obviated.
Consider Therefore, the Verses following the Text, where there's this Objection obviated.
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You say, you can't have your Hearts duely affected with these Declarations of God's Grace, you can't be brought to accept this Mercy, to close with this Offer, to be encouraged by such a Promise and trust in it:
You say, you can't have your Hearts duly affected with these Declarations of God's Grace, you can't be brought to accept this Mercy, to close with this Offer, to be encouraged by such a Promise and trust in it:
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It is therefore added, as directly suitable to such a Case, Verses 10, 11. As the Rain cometh down,
It is Therefore added, as directly suitable to such a Case, Verses 10, 11. As the Rain comes down,
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and the Snow from Heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the Earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give Seed to the Sower, and Bread to the Eater.
and the Snow from Heaven, and returns not thither, but Waters the Earth, and makes it bring forth and bud, that it may give Seed to the Sour, and Bred to the Eater.
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So shall my word be, that goeth forth out of my Mouth;
So shall my word be, that Goes forth out of my Mouth;
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it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.
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That is, As the Heavens do not give Light and Heat, and Snow in vain; but cause a promising Spring, and a fruitful Harvest:
That is, As the Heavens do not give Light and Heat, and Snow in vain; but cause a promising Spring, and a fruitful Harvest:
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So, saith God, my Thoughts of Grace, manifested by my Declarations of Mercy, and Promises of Forgiveness, shall have Efficacy and Influence to make you believe;
So, Says God, my Thoughts of Grace, manifested by my Declarations of Mercy, and Promises of Forgiveness, shall have Efficacy and Influence to make you believe;
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to enable you to hope and trust in my Mercy;
to enable you to hope and trust in my Mercy;
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and so to be quiet and satisfy'd, that your great and hainous Sins shall be forgiven.
and so to be quiet and satisfied, that your great and heinous Sins shall be forgiven.
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The very Publication of this Grace, shall be attended with a Power to bring Souls to believe it.
The very Publication of this Grace, shall be attended with a Power to bring Souls to believe it.
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I know my Thoughts toward you, are Thoughts of Peace, and not of Evil; I know my Thoughts towards you, Are Thoughts of Peace, and not of Evil;
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to give you a gracious End, and raise your Expectations of it, and they shall accordingly be fulfilled.
to give you a gracious End, and raise your Expectations of it, and they shall accordingly be fulfilled.
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The Declarations of this Mercy shall be credited, my Word of Grace shall not be in vain; it shall take hold of dejected, despairing Souls,
The Declarations of this Mercy shall be credited, my Word of Grace shall not be in vain; it shall take hold of dejected, despairing Souls,
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and raise them to Faith and Hope.
and raise them to Faith and Hope.
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'Tis with this Encouragement we publish the glad Tydings of Salvation, and invite Sinners to return to God by Jesus Christ, with an Assurance of finding Mercy.
It's with this Encouragement we publish the glad Tidings of Salvation, and invite Sinners to return to God by jesus christ, with an Assurance of finding Mercy.
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I say, 'tis with this Encouragement, that we beseech them to be reconcil'd to God, and assure 'em that he's ready to forgive:
I say, it's with this Encouragement, that we beseech them to be reconciled to God, and assure they that he's ready to forgive:
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'Tis in Hope, that by the Spirit accompanying the Declaration of the Word, concerning this Forgiveness with God, many Souls might be attracted and won, perswaded and overcome,
It's in Hope, that by the Spirit accompanying the Declaration of the Word, Concerning this Forgiveness with God, many Souls might be attracted and wone, persuaded and overcome,
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and so prevail'd with to return to God, and believe the glorious Riches, Freeness and Abundance of his Mercy.
and so prevailed with to return to God, and believe the glorious Riches, Freeness and Abundance of his Mercy.
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God grant we may find more and more, such fruits of preaching the Gospel.
God grant we may find more and more, such fruits of preaching the Gospel.
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On the other hand, I beseech you take heed, how you turn your Backs on this Mercy of God, and the Offer of it:
On the other hand, I beseech you take heed, how you turn your Backs on this Mercy of God, and the Offer of it:
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Beware how you shut your Ears against his gracious Invitation, when he thus proclaims and publishes his Readiness to forgive.
Beware how you shut your Ears against his gracious Invitation, when he thus proclaims and publishes his Readiness to forgive.
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Take heed how you go on in Sin, after God freely tenders you the Forgiveness of all your Sins, if you will return.
Take heed how you go on in since, After God freely tenders you the Forgiveness of all your Sins, if you will return.
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With the greatest Seriousness I must tell you, that one such Sermon of God's forgiving Grace and Mercy, rejected, slighted,
With the greatest Seriousness I must tell you, that one such Sermon of God's forgiving Grace and Mercy, rejected, slighted,
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and misimprov'd, may be of more dreadful Consequence to the Souls of those that hear it,
and misimproved, may be of more dreadful Consequence to the Souls of those that hear it,
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and make light of it, than I am able to express.
and make Light of it, than I am able to express.
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APPLICATION. ƲSE 1. Let this Mercy, Love and Grace, overcome your Hearts. Consider it again and again:
APPLICATION. ƲSE 1. Let this Mercy, Love and Grace, overcome your Hearts. Consider it again and again:
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Apply it seriously to your selves.
Apply it seriously to your selves.
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Is the Lord thus Gracious to me, after so long a Rejection of him? Will he yet receive me,
Is the Lord thus Gracious to me, After so long a Rejection of him? Will he yet receive me,
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after so many Refusals? Doth he invite and call me again, after so much Contempt of his Mercy and Grace? Will he yet show Mercy to me? What strange, astonishing Grace, what endearing Kindness is this? What manner of Love is this? How true is it, that God's Thoughts and Ways are not as ours? That God should speak such Language to me as this.
After so many Refusals? Does he invite and call me again, After so much Contempt of his Mercy and Grace? Will he yet show Mercy to me? What strange, astonishing Grace, what endearing Kindness is this? What manner of Love is this? How true is it, that God's Thoughts and Ways Are not as ours? That God should speak such Language to me as this.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Tho' for lying Vanities, thou hast forsaken thine own Mercies, yet return to me: Tho' thou hast play'd the Harlot with many Lovers, yet return:
Though for lying Vanities, thou hast forsaken thine own mercies, yet return to me: Though thou hast played the Harlot with many Lovers, yet return:
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Tho' thou hast turned a deaf Ear to many Reproofs, yet thy Case is not desperate.
Though thou hast turned a deaf Ear to many Reproofs, yet thy Case is not desperate.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Tho' I offer my Son, and Life by him, (He that hath the Son, hath Life) and ye would not:
Though I offer my Son, and Life by him, (He that hath the Son, hath Life) and you would not:
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(5) application (DIV2)
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This Offer was repeated Sabbath after Sabbath, for many Years, yet you would not hear it;
This Offer was repeated Sabbath After Sabbath, for many years, yet you would not hear it;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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you would not stoop to the Terms;
you would not stoop to the Terms;
pn22 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n2;
(5) application (DIV2)
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yet return unto me, I will pity and pardon you, I will abundantly pardon. Long since I might have sworn in my Wrath, you shall never enter into my Rest. I might have said, Let them alone, to be undone by their own Obstinate, Foolish Choice.
yet return unto me, I will pity and pardon you, I will abundantly pardon. Long since I might have sworn in my Wrath, you shall never enter into my Rest. I might have said, Let them alone, to be undone by their own Obstinate, Foolish Choice.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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I might have resolv'd, never such an Offer should be made to you more. Never any Sermon about it shall ever do you good more.
I might have resolved, never such an Offer should be made to you more. Never any Sermon about it shall ever do you good more.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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But I am God and not Man, my Thoughts and Ways are not as yours. But I am God and not Man, my Thoughts and Ways Are not as yours.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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I invite you again, I beseech you turn and live, do not go on and dye.
I invite you again, I beseech you turn and live, do not go on and die.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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God speaks this Language to every one of you, the worst of you, who hear me this Day.
God speaks this Language to every one of you, the worst of you, who hear me this Day.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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720
Let none therfore think or say, 'tis too late for him or her; there's now no more Mercy for me.
Let none Therefore think or say, it's too late for him or her; there's now no more Mercy for me.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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For Christ yet stands at the Door and knocks, tho' you have refus'd formerly, and shut the Door formerly,
For christ yet Stands At the Door and knocks, though you have refused formerly, and shut the Door formerly,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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yet now if you will open the Door, he will come in and sup with you, and you with him;
yet now if you will open the Door, he will come in and sup with you, and you with him;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Rev. III. 20. Nay, tho' he has not taken Possession of thy Heart, he knocks at thy Door by his Spirit, and is ready to enter;Rev. III. 20. Nay, though he has not taken Possession of thy Heart, he knocks At thy Door by his Spirit, and is ready to enter;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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tho' you refuse him, he does not abandon you.
though you refuse him, he does not abandon you.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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725
Tho' his Kindness and Love hath been slighted, yet his Mercy is tendered still, and his Patience prolonged.
Though his Kindness and Love hath been slighted, yet his Mercy is tendered still, and his Patience prolonged.
cs po31 n1 cc n1 vhz vbn vvn, av po31 n1 vbz vvn av, cc po31 n1 vvn.
(5) application (DIV2)
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726
And will you resolve to go on thus? Will ye not return? Are you content to perish, rather than come to Christ for Life? rather than give him the Glory of your Salvation? Will you rather dye in your Sins,
And will you resolve to go on thus? Will you not return? are you content to perish, rather than come to christ for Life? rather than give him the Glory of your Salvation? Will you rather die in your Sins,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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than be beholden to him for your Forgiveness? rather than apply to God for it,
than be beholden to him for your Forgiveness? rather than apply to God for it,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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when he hath provided an All-sufficient Saviour, and offer'd you that Salvation freely, which cost so dear to purchase? After this,
when he hath provided an All-sufficient Saviour, and offered you that Salvation freely, which cost so dear to purchase? After this,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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for a poor, proud Sinner, to turn his Back upon this Grace of God, to scorn this Saviour,
for a poor, proud Sinner, to turn his Back upon this Grace of God, to scorn this Saviour,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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and disdain to be saved by him;
and disdain to be saved by him;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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saying in Effect, I will have none of your Christ, none of his Grace, none of his Mercy:
saying in Effect, I will have none of your christ, none of his Grace, none of his Mercy:
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(5) application (DIV2)
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I had rather enjoy my Lusts, continue in my Sin, and put it to the Venture;
I had rather enjoy my Lustiest, continue in my since, and put it to the Venture;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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how provoking is such Guilt? and how righteous will be the Condemnation of such obstinate Sinners?
how provoking is such Gilded? and how righteous will be the Condemnation of such obstinate Sinners?
c-crq vvg vbz d j-vvn? cc q-crq j vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d j n2?
(5) application (DIV2)
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Secondly, Apply your self therfore to God in Christ, by Earnest Prayer.Secondly, Apply your self Therefore to God in christ, by Earnest Prayer.
ord, vvb po22 n1 av p-acp np1 p-acp np1, p-acp j n1.
(5) application (DIV2)
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735
He hath the Words of Eternal Life, he is a Prince and a Saviour, to give Repentance as well as Pardon.
He hath the Words of Eternal Life, he is a Prince and a Saviour, to give Repentance as well as Pardon.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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The Spirit of Faith, is the Spirit of Jesus Christ; he can open thy blind Eyes, and soften thy hard Heart;
The Spirit of Faith, is the Spirit of jesus christ; he can open thy blind Eyes, and soften thy hard Heart;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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he that commanded the Cripple to take up his Bed and walk, at the same time gave him Power to obey.
he that commanded the Cripple to take up his Bed and walk, At the same time gave him Power to obey.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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There is a Divine Spirit and Power, even the Spirit of Life and Power in Christ Jesus, that accompanies the Preaching of the Gospel;
There is a Divine Spirit and Power, even the Spirit of Life and Power in christ jesus, that Accompanies the Preaching of the Gospel;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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this may be hoped for, this ought to be valu'd, desir'd and begg'd.
this may be hoped for, this ought to be valued, desired and begged.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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You ought never to despair of God's Grace, to enable you to believe, when it continues to be your Duty to believe on Christ;
You ought never to despair of God's Grace, to enable you to believe, when it continues to be your Duty to believe on christ;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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and it cannot but continue to be so, unless the Gospel be repeal'd. Therefore beg with all your Hearts, that you may be enabled to look to him, and be saved;
and it cannot but continue to be so, unless the Gospel be repealed. Therefore beg with all your Hearts, that you may be enabled to look to him, and be saved;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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to come to him, and find Rest to your Souls; to believe on him, and receive Remission of Sins.
to come to him, and find Rest to your Souls; to believe on him, and receive Remission of Sins.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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For by beholding the Glory of God in the Face of Christ, you may be changed into the same Image, from Glory to Glory.
For by beholding the Glory of God in the Face of christ, you may be changed into the same Image, from Glory to Glory.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Beg an Understanding to know him that is true, and with all your Hearts to believe on him, that you may assent to his Word, consent to his Covenant, resign to his Will,
Beg an Understanding to know him that is true, and with all your Hearts to believe on him, that you may assent to his Word, consent to his Covenant, resign to his Will,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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and trust in his Promise, depending on his Readiness, Willingness, Power and Faithfulness to save you:
and trust in his Promise, depending on his Readiness, Willingness, Power and Faithfulness to save you:
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Saying, Lord, draw me, and I will run after thee; Lord, thou art willing to receive Sinners, make me willing to receive thee:
Saying, Lord, draw me, and I will run After thee; Lord, thou art willing to receive Sinners, make me willing to receive thee:
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Lord, thou hast received Gifts for Men, even for the Rebellious; O communicate of those Gifts of Grace to me!
Lord, thou hast received Gifts for Men, even for the Rebellious; Oh communicate of those Gifts of Grace to me!
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(5) application (DIV2)
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I see my need of Christ, and what Reason I have to come to him;
I see my need of christ, and what Reason I have to come to him;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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O lead me to him, and work in me to will and to do of thine own good Pleasure!
Oh led me to him, and work in me to will and to do of thine own good Pleasure!
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Thirdly, If you begin to find the Spirit of Christ breathing on your Souls, that have been yet unperswaded;Thirdly, If you begin to find the Spirit of christ breathing on your Souls, that have been yet unpersuaded;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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if you have any Motions of the good Spirit of God, by the preaching the Word,
if you have any Motions of the good Spirit of God, by the preaching the Word,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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or by any other means, take heed you thankfully cherish and entertain them.
or by any other means, take heed you thankfully cherish and entertain them.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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When you find your Souls begin to turn towards Christ, if you find any Beams of Heavenly Light break in upon you;
When you find your Souls begin to turn towards christ, if you find any Beams of Heavenly Light break in upon you;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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any Inclinations started of applying to him, besure to obey the Voice of his Spirit. Open every Door of your Souls to receive his Light.
any Inclinations started of applying to him, besure to obey the Voice of his Spirit. Open every Door of your Souls to receive his Light.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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When he works any Conviction of Sin, any sence of your need of a Saviour, any Desires after him,
When he works any Conviction of since, any sense of your need of a Saviour, any Desires After him,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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or Purposes of Heart to leave your Sins, and give up your selves to God, to be saved by Christ, according to the Gospel;
or Purposes of Heart to leave your Sins, and give up your selves to God, to be saved by christ, according to the Gospel;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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for your Souls sake encourage such Thoughts, cherish such Suggestions.
for your Souls sake encourage such Thoughts, cherish such Suggestions.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Beware how you turn them off, but presently and thankfully strike in, saying, Lord, I yield, I am overcome;
Beware how you turn them off, but presently and thankfully strike in, saying, Lord, I yield, I am overcome;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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I have long enough, and too long refus'd thy Grace, disobey'd thy Will, and resisted thy Spirit.
I have long enough, and too long refused thy Grace, disobeyed thy Will, and resisted thy Spirit.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Thou hast often knockt, and I would not open; O now enter thou Blessed of the Lord, and take Possession of my Soul!
Thou hast often knocked, and I would not open; Oh now enter thou Blessed of the Lord, and take Possession of my Soul!
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Let Christ dwell in my Heart by Faith, and his Spirit form a Temple there, and reside there as in his own Dwelling for ever.
Let christ dwell in my Heart by Faith, and his Spirit from a Temple there, and reside there as in his own Dwelling for ever.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Lord, art thou yet willing, (after all my Provocations) to show Mercy, and abundantly to pardon? Willing to be my God and my Saviour? Blessed be God, I am now willing to be thy Servant.
Lord, art thou yet willing, (After all my Provocations) to show Mercy, and abundantly to pardon? Willing to be my God and my Saviour? Blessed be God, I am now willing to be thy Servant.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Thy powerful Grace hath made me willing:
Thy powerful Grace hath made me willing:
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Thy Spirit open'd my Eyes to see my self undone, to see that Christ is able and willing to save me;
Thy Spirit opened my Eyes to see my self undone, to see that christ is able and willing to save me;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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I hope, I am now ready to receive him, willing to embrace him as Christ Jesus my Lord. I come to thee, O God,
I hope, I am now ready to receive him, willing to embrace him as christ jesus my Lord. I come to thee, Oh God,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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as to the Fountain of Life, to be quickned and cleans'd, to be wash'd, justify'd, sanctify'd and sav'd from Sin and Hell, by the Blood and Spirit of Jesus, through the Free Mercy and Grace of God.
as to the Fountain of Life, to be quickened and cleansed, to be washed, justified, sanctified and saved from since and Hell, by the Blood and Spirit of jesus, through the Free Mercy and Grace of God.
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(5) application (DIV2)
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But to Conclude, If after all, there be any Such here as are not, will not be perswaded to forsake their Evil Ways,
But to Conclude, If After all, there be any Such Here as Are not, will not be persuaded to forsake their Evil Ways,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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and turn to God in Christ;
and turn to God in christ;
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(5) application (DIV2)
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Let them consider, that the longer they continue in their Obstinacy and Unbelief, under the preaching of the glorious Grace and Mercy of God to Sinners,
Let them Consider, that the longer they continue in their Obstinacy and Unbelief, under the preaching of the glorious Grace and Mercy of God to Sinners,
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(5) application (DIV2)
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so much the more Danger they are in of being lost for ever. For their Minds must needs be more blinded by sinning against the Light:
so much the more Danger they Are in of being lost for ever. For their Minds must needs be more blinded by sinning against the Light:
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Their Hearts more hardned, by misimproving that which should have softned them:
Their Hearts more hardened, by Misimproving that which should have softened them:
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The Power of Conscience is weakned, after so many Struglings and Combates, that they must needs have had with their own Consciences;
The Power of Conscience is weakened, After so many Strugglings and Combats, that they must needs have had with their own Consciences;
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after so many Contests between Corruption and Conviction, between Truth in the Mind, and Corrupt Inclinations in the Heart.
After so many Contests between Corruption and Conviction, between Truth in the Mind, and Corrupt Inclinations in the Heart.
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Especially, if they have formerly been awakned, and there have been some Fears and Hopes, with good Desires, and other Affections formerly stirr'd;
Especially, if they have formerly been awakened, and there have been Some Fears and Hope's, with good Desires, and other Affections formerly stirred;
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if by the Common Operations of the Holy Spirit, they have had some serious Concern about their Salvation,
if by the Common Operations of the Holy Spirit, they have had Some serious Concern about their Salvation,
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and all this is worn off and gone; the Case of such is very bad, and their Recovery the less hopeful;
and all this is worn off and gone; the Case of such is very bad, and their Recovery the less hopeful;
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because their Repentance is the more unlikely. And if they persist, their Doom will be intolerable.
Because their Repentance is the more unlikely. And if they persist, their Doom will be intolerable.
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But it is to prevent this, as to those who may be in such a dangerous Case, that I thus speak.
But it is to prevent this, as to those who may be in such a dangerous Case, that I thus speak.
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And therefore I most earnestly invite, beseech and entreat them;
And Therefore I most earnestly invite, beseech and entreat them;
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however Wicked and Unrighteous they have been, not to make light of this further Offer of the Grace of the Gospel:
however Wicked and Unrighteous they have been, not to make Light of this further Offer of the Grace of the Gospel:
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And that by no means, they would despair of finding Mercy with God;
And that by no means, they would despair of finding Mercy with God;
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even Now, if they will Return to him with all their Hearts, whatever their past Sins have been.
even Now, if they will Return to him with all their Hearts, whatever their past Sins have been.
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If Now they will return, God will abundantly pardon: For his Thoughts are not as ours, &c.
If Now they will return, God will abundantly pardon: For his Thoughts Are not as ours, etc.
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THE Third Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 7, 8.
THE Third Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 7, 8.
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Let the Wicked forsake his Way, and the Unrighteous Man his Thoughts, and let him Return unto the Lord,
Let the Wicked forsake his Way, and the Unrighteous Man his Thoughts, and let him Return unto the Lord,
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and he will have Mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly Pardon.
and he will have Mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly Pardon.
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For My Thoughts are not your Thoughts, neither are your Ways, My Ways, saith the Lord.
For My Thoughts Are not your Thoughts, neither Are your Ways, My Ways, Says the Lord.
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IN Two former Discourses, I have consider'd this double Precept, or Injunction of Duty, which concerns Sinners of all sorts;
IN Two former Discourses, I have considered this double Precept, or Injunction of Duty, which concerns Sinners of all sorts;
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under the two Names of Wicked and Ʋnrighteous, that they must forsake their Evil Ways and Thoughts;
under the two Names of Wicked and Ʋnrighteous, that they must forsake their Evil Ways and Thoughts;
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and return to the Lord, which are the two parts of unfeigned Repentance.and return to the Lord, which Are the two parts of unfeigned Repentance.
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I have also consider'd the encouraging Promise, that thereupon God will have Mercy, and will abundantly Pardon. And I have now to consider, what Ground we have to believe this:
I have also considered the encouraging Promise, that thereupon God will have Mercy, and will abundantly Pardon. And I have now to Consider, what Ground we have to believe this:
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Because God's Thoughts are not as ours, nor his Ways as ours, &c. But there remains something of the Application of the Second General, That if the Wicked forsake their evil Ways and Thoughts, and return to God;
Because God's Thoughts Are not as ours, nor his Ways as ours, etc. But there remains something of the Application of the Second General, That if the Wicked forsake their evil Ways and Thoughts, and return to God;
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he will not only forgive, but He will abundantly pardon. 1. ƲSE. Be thankful to Heaven for this good News;
he will not only forgive, but He will abundantly pardon. 1. ƲSE. Be thankful to Heaven for this good News;
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that God will thus mercifully treat returning Sinners.
that God will thus mercifully Treat returning Sinners.
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He might have insisted on the Terms of the violated, first Covenant, to the Ruine of all Mankind:
He might have insisted on the Terms of the violated, First Covenant, to the Ruin of all Mankind:
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He might have left us, as the fallen Angels, without the Proposal, Promise, or Offer of a Redeemer:
He might have left us, as the fallen Angels, without the Proposal, Promise, or Offer of a Redeemer:
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But God so loved the World, that he gave his Son, that whoever believeth on him should not perish, but have Everlasting Life. But God so loved the World, that he gave his Son, that whoever Believeth on him should not perish, but have Everlasting Life.
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When we think of the Case of the fallen Angels, who are reserv'd in Chains of Darkness to the Judgment of the Great Day,
When we think of the Case of the fallen Angels, who Are reserved in Chains of Darkness to the Judgement of the Great Day,
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and compare it with our own, who have a Proclamation of Mercy and Grace by the Gospel;
and compare it with our own, who have a Proclamation of Mercy and Grace by the Gospel;
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we have Reason to adore the distinguishing Goodness of God to us. If a few poor, inconsiderable People in a Kingdom, of the meanest sort;
we have Reason to adore the distinguishing goodness of God to us. If a few poor, inconsiderable People in a Kingdom, of the Meanest sort;
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should be found guilty of Treason against a Prince; when there are Multitudes of the Nobility and Gentry, who have likewise rebell'd against him;
should be found guilty of Treason against a Prince; when there Are Multitudes of the Nobilt and Gentry, who have likewise rebelled against him;
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and a Pardon should be offer'd to those of the poorer, meaner sort;
and a Pardon should be offered to those of the Poorer, meaner sort;
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while the Nobles and Great Men are all Executed, and not a Man of them receiv'd to Mercy;
while the Nobles and Great Men Are all Executed, and not a Man of them received to Mercy;
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would not this be Astonishing Goodness to the others? Especially if those Great Men, the Principal Subjects of the Kingdom, were Condemn'd for one Offence, for one Act of Treason;
would not this be Astonishing goodness to the Others? Especially if those Great Men, the Principal Subject's of the Kingdom, were Condemned for one Offence, for one Act of Treason;
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and the others forgiven many Transgressions, and receiv'd to Favour and Honour, after many Years of Rebellion.
and the Others forgiven many Transgressions, and received to Favour and Honour, After many years of Rebellion.
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You easily know how to apply it.
You Easily know how to apply it.
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How thankful ought we to be, that we are not left in the remediless Condition of Devils? that there is a Sacrifice offer'd for Sin, a full Attonement made, a sufficient Price paid, a Fountain open'd, a new and living Way,
How thankful ought we to be, that we Are not left in the remediless Condition of Devils? that there is a Sacrifice offered for since, a full Atonement made, a sufficient Price paid, a Fountain opened, a new and living Way,
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for God to be glorify'd in the Forgiveness and Salvation of Returning Sinners, that believe on his Son. It is matter of Continual Admiration,
for God to be glorified in the Forgiveness and Salvation of Returning Sinners, that believe on his Son. It is matter of Continual Admiration,
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and Thankful Praise, that we have Forgiveness this way.
and Thankful Praise, that we have Forgiveness this Way.
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Can we have a fuller Evidence of the Evil and Malignity of Sin, or of God's Displeasure against it? and consequently of the Worth and Value of a Pardon;
Can we have a fuller Evidence of the Evil and Malignity of since, or of God's Displeasure against it? and consequently of the Worth and Valve of a Pardon;
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than by the Sufferings, Blood and Sacrifice of Christ? And what stronger Proof, or clearer Evidence of God's Readiness to forgive Sin,
than by the Sufferings, Blood and Sacrifice of christ? And what Stronger Proof, or clearer Evidence of God's Readiness to forgive since,
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than the giving of his Son to dye for our Sins, to cleanse us from all Sin; even the most hainous, grievous Offences:
than the giving of his Son to die for our Sins, to cleanse us from all since; even the most heinous, grievous Offences:
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Because his Mercy through the Mediator is greater than the Sins of the whole World.
Because his Mercy through the Mediator is greater than the Sins of the Whole World.
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Let us with Hearty Thankfulness adore him, for this glorious Mystery of his Love and Grace:
Let us with Hearty Thankfulness adore him, for this glorious Mystery of his Love and Grace:
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And that we may be Thankful indeed, let us apply it to our selves in particular.
And that we may be Thankful indeed, let us apply it to our selves in particular.
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Let us think of our own miserable Case under the Guilt of Sin, and the Curse of God.
Let us think of our own miserable Case under the Gilded of since, and the Curse of God.
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Let us think of the many thousand Talents we owe, without being able to pay one Farthing;
Let us think of the many thousand Talents we owe, without being able to pay one Farthing;
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of the Innumerable Crimes we are guilty of; and that the Wages of every one is Death:
of the Innumerable Crimes we Are guilty of; and that the Wages of every one is Death:
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And that all the Creatures in Heaven and Earth could not procure the Forgiveness of one sinful Thought.
And that all the Creatures in Heaven and Earth could not procure the Forgiveness of one sinful Thought.
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If you think you have, or ever had any serious sense of the Evil of Sin,
If you think you have, or ever had any serious sense of the Evil of since,
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and your lost undone Condition as Sinners, how thankfully should you receive these glad Tydings of Mercy, by Jesus Christ? But if you have gone further,
and your lost undone Condition as Sinners, how thankfully should you receive these glad Tidings of Mercy, by jesus christ? But if you have gone further,
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and have actually receiv'd the Attonement; if you are brought under the Bond of the Covenant;
and have actually received the Atonement; if you Are brought under the Bound of the Covenant;
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if you are united to Christ by Faith, and so interested in the sure Mercies of David; and by Forgiveness deliver'd from Condemnation, what Special Thankfulness is due from such? When there are comparatively so Few, to whom the Gospel is preached,
if you Are united to christ by Faith, and so interested in the sure mercies of David; and by Forgiveness Delivered from Condemnation, what Special Thankfulness is due from such? When there Are comparatively so Few, to whom the Gospel is preached,
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but do receive this Grace of God in vain? Lord, Who, and what am I, that I should have good hope through Grace, of the Forgiveness of my Sins? of mine, that have been more aggravated than the Sins of Others:
but do receive this Grace of God in vain? Lord, Who, and what am I, that I should have good hope through Grace, of the Forgiveness of my Sins? of mine, that have been more aggravated than the Sins of Others:
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When Others, not greater Sinners, (it may be, not so bad) shall perish for ever; and never be forgiven:
When Others, not greater Sinners, (it may be, not so bad) shall perish for ever; and never be forgiven:
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When it may be, some of my Companions, and Accomplices in Sin, are cut off by Death, without Repentance and Pardon!
When it may be, Some of my Sodales, and Accomplices in since, Are Cut off by Death, without Repentance and Pardon!
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Were not Others call'd, and invited as well as I? But he hath open'd mine Ears, and Heart, to receive him;
Were not Others called, and invited as well as I? But he hath opened mine Ears, and Heart, to receive him;
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and so hath pardon'd me, while others are condemned. O Admirable, and Astonishing Grace! Secondly, Take heed of abusing this Declaration of Grace to the worst of Sinners.
and so hath pardoned me, while Others Are condemned. O Admirable, and Astonishing Grace! Secondly, Take heed of abusing this Declaration of Grace to the worst of Sinners.
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I. First, As any Countenance to Sin, or Encouragement to continue in it: Shall we sin, because God is ready to forgive Sin;
I First, As any Countenance to since, or Encouragement to continue in it: Shall we sin, Because God is ready to forgive since;
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that his Grace may abound? God forbid; Rom. VI. 1. Far be it from us, let it be an abhorred Thought.that his Grace may abound? God forbid; Rom. VI. 1. far be it from us, let it be an abhorred Thought.
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'Tis needful to mention this, because in many Instances, the most pure and holy Doctrine may be perverted to patronize Sin. We read, that the Continuance of the Course of Nature, was made a ground of Trust by the Psalmist,
It's needful to mention this, Because in many Instances, the most pure and holy Doctrine may be perverted to patronise Sin. We read, that the Continuance of the Course of Nature, was made a ground of Trust by the Psalmist,
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as an Adorable Evidence and Instance of his Faithfulness and Truth.
as an Adorable Evidence and Instance of his Faithfulness and Truth.
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Psalm CXIX. 89. Thy Word is settled in the Heavens, and thy Faithfulness to all Generations. Psalm CXIX. 89. Thy Word is settled in the Heavens, and thy Faithfulness to all Generations.
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And yet some Atheistically abus'd it; 2 Pet. III. 4. saying, All things continue as they were:
And yet Some Atheistically abused it; 2 Pet. III. 4. saying, All things continue as they were:
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Where is the Promise of his Coming? The Apostle says, The Time is short, and the Fashion of the World passeth away; Where is the Promise of his Coming? The Apostle Says, The Time is short, and the Fashion of the World passes away;
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therfore, let them that have such and such Relations, Possessions, and Employments in the World, carry it as if they had none.
Therefore, let them that have such and such Relations, Possessions, and Employments in the World, carry it as if they had none.
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Whil'st others abuse this, and say; the Time is short, Let us cat and drink, for to morrow we may dye.
Whilst Others abuse this, and say; the Time is short, Let us cat and drink, for to morrow we may die.
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So here, God is ready to show Mercy to returning Sinners, therefore, Let the wicked forsake his way, &c. Others turn this Grace of God into Wantonness;
So Here, God is ready to show Mercy to returning Sinners, Therefore, Let the wicked forsake his Way, etc. Others turn this Grace of God into Wantonness;
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and will venture the more boldly upon Sin, because God is ready to forgive.
and will venture the more boldly upon since, Because God is ready to forgive.
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These things (saith the Apostle John) I write unto you, that ye sin not. These things (Says the Apostle John) I write unto you, that you sin not.
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But if any man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father. But if any man since, we have an Advocate with the Father.
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There's a vast difference between the Remission of Sins past, and an Allowance of Sin for the future.
There's a vast difference between the Remission of Sins past, and an Allowance of since for the future.
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We may take Comfort in the abounding Grace of God, and his Readiness to forgive;
We may take Comfort in the abounding Grace of God, and his Readiness to forgive;
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though we must dread the Thought of venturing on Sin, that his Grace may abound in the Forgiveness of it.
though we must dread the Thought of venturing on since, that his Grace may abound in the Forgiveness of it.
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This is contrary to all Gratitude and Ingenuity; and to the true Nature of Faith and Repentance.
This is contrary to all Gratitude and Ingenuity; and to the true Nature of Faith and Repentance.
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And there can hardly be a more dangerous Symptom of damnable Ungodliness, than for any to presume to sin upon this Consideration;
And there can hardly be a more dangerous symptom of damnable Ungodliness, than for any to presume to sin upon this Consideration;
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That they hope they shall be forgiven. That they hope they shall be forgiven.
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The Apostle Jude, ver. 4. speaks of some such, Who turn the Grace of God into Wantonness, denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ;
The Apostle U^de, ver. 4. speaks of Some such, Who turn the Grace of God into Wantonness, denying the only Lord God, and our Lord jesus christ;
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and he saith of them, that They were ordain'd of old to Condemnation:
and he Says of them, that They were ordained of old to Condemnation:
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For the Grace of God that brings Salvation, ought to teach us to deny Ungodliness and Worldly Lusts, &c.
For the Grace of God that brings Salvation, ought to teach us to deny Ungodliness and Worldly Lustiest, etc.
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This sinning against God, because he will abundantly pardon, is in some respects more Aggravated than the Sin of Devils, who will curse God, and fly in his Face;
This sinning against God, Because he will abundantly pardon, is in Some respects more Aggravated than the since of Devils, who will curse God, and fly in his Face;
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because there's no hope of Pardon. But God offers Pardon to you, and declares that he is ready to forgive.
Because there's no hope of Pardon. But God offers Pardon to you, and declares that he is ready to forgive.
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And will you dare to sin the more? If ever you are awakened to a Sense of Sin, this of all others will be most likely to sink you into Despair;
And will you Dare to sin the more? If ever you Are awakened to a Sense of since, this of all Others will be most likely to sink you into Despair;
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that you ventur'd to sin in hopes of Pardon.
that you ventured to sin in hope's of Pardon.
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For what can relieve a convinced, awakned Soul, but the Freegrace of God in the Forgiveness of Sin? Whereas such a One may say, Lord, this very Mercy I have abus'd, I have sinn'd the more because of this Grace.
For what can relieve a convinced, awakened Soul, but the Free grace of God in the Forgiveness of since? Whereas such a One may say, Lord, this very Mercy I have abused, I have sinned the more Because of this Grace.
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And if we should mention to such a one, the Instances of Manasseh, Paul, &c. who after great Sins were pardoned;
And if we should mention to such a one, the Instances of Manasses, Paul, etc. who After great Sins were pardoned;
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he will be ready to reply, that they never sinned in hope of Forgiveness, or turn'd the Grace of God into Wantonness, as I have done.
he will be ready to reply, that they never sinned in hope of Forgiveness, or turned the Grace of God into Wantonness, as I have done.
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There's Forgiveness with God, that he may be fear'd, served, loved and obey'd.
There's Forgiveness with God, that he may be feared, served, loved and obeyed.
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But will any say, there's Forgiveness with God, that he may be slighted and neglected, rebell'd against,
But will any say, there's Forgiveness with God, that he may be slighted and neglected, rebelled against,
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and disobey'd? His abused Goodness will turn to the more intollerable Wrath, against all such as presume on his Mercy;
and disobeyed? His abused goodness will turn to the more intolerable Wrath, against all such as presume on his Mercy;
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apprehending that they shall find an Easie Pardon, tho' they continue in their Sins. 'Tis to sin against the very Nature and End of God's Grace;
apprehending that they shall find an Easy Pardon, though they continue in their Sins. It's to since against the very Nature and End of God's Grace;
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to cut off their own Plea for it, and the general Ground of their Hope in it.
to Cut off their own Plea for it, and the general Ground of their Hope in it.
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'Tis without a Promise, and against a Threatning, for any to expect Forgiveness, if they wilfully continue in sin:
It's without a Promise, and against a Threatening, for any to expect Forgiveness, if they wilfully continue in since:
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'Tis to pervert the whole Gospel, to imagine that God will justifie the Ungodly, while they remain in their Ʋnbelief and Ʋngodliness. Is not Unbelief a part of Ʋngodliness, as contrary to the most express Command.
It's to pervert the Whole Gospel, to imagine that God will justify the Ungodly, while they remain in their Ʋnbelief and Ʋngodliness. Is not Unbelief a part of Ʋngodliness, as contrary to the most express Command.
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of God to believe on his Son? If ever God show Mercy unto any, and abundantly pardon them;
of God to believe on his Son? If ever God show Mercy unto any, and abundantly pardon them;
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he always gives them Repentance unto Life, and Faith unfeigned.
he always gives them Repentance unto Life, and Faith unfeigned.
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And let such remember, that as God promiseth Mercy and Forgiveness to Returning Sinners, and that his Thoughts are far above ours,
And let such Remember, that as God promises Mercy and Forgiveness to Returning Sinners, and that his Thoughts Are Far above ours,
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as Heaven above the Earth in this Matter;
as Heaven above the Earth in this Matter;
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so his Thoughts of Anger, Wrath and Fury, against Obstinate, Wilful, Presumptuous, Impenitent Sinners, are also above our Thoughts,
so his Thoughts of Anger, Wrath and Fury, against Obstinate, Wilful, Presumptuous, Impenitent Sinners, Are also above our Thoughts,
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as far as the Heavens are above the Earth. He will tear in pieces, and none shall deliver;
as Far as the Heavens Are above the Earth. He will tear in Pieces, and none shall deliver;
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he that made them will show them no mercy; and who knows the power of his Anger? he will laugh at their Calamity,
he that made them will show them no mercy; and who knows the power of his Anger? he will laugh At their Calamity,
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and mock when their fear cometh.
and mock when their Fear comes.
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He will wound the head of his Enemies, and the hairy Scalp of such a one that goes on still in his Trespasses, Psal. LXVIII. 21. Prov. I. latter end. He will wound the head of his Enemies, and the hairy Scalp of such a one that Goes on still in his Trespasses, Psalm LXVIII. 21. Curae I latter end.
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II. Secondly, Take heed of abusing this Doctrine of God's Grace, by admitting slight Thoughts of Sin,
II Secondly, Take heed of abusing this Doctrine of God's Grace, by admitting slight Thoughts of since,
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so as to encourage you to delay seeking after Forgiveness;
so as to encourage you to Delay seeking After Forgiveness;
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or to seek and expect it any other way, but only through Faith in Jesus Christ.
or to seek and expect it any other Way, but only through Faith in jesus christ.
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As to the Matter of Delay, the Uncertainty of Life, and the Uncertainty of God's giving Grace hereafter, to them that refuse it now, is sufficient to be said here, if duly consider'd.
As to the Matter of delay, the Uncertainty of Life, and the Uncertainty of God's giving Grace hereafter, to them that refuse it now, is sufficient to be said Here, if duly considered.
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That which I now aim at, is to discourage any Hopes of obtaining Forgiveness with God,
That which I now aim At, is to discourage any Hope's of obtaining Forgiveness with God,
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but only through the Blood, Sacrifice, and Righteousness of Christ:
but only through the Blood, Sacrifice, and Righteousness of christ:
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There is no other Saviour, no other Mediator between God and Man. If ever you are reconcil'd to God,
There is no other Saviour, no other Mediator between God and Man. If ever you Are reconciled to God,
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and find Mercy with him, it must be through Jesus Christ. The Way and Method is fixt, and publish'd, and declar'd to be unalterable:
and find Mercy with him, it must be through jesus christ. The Way and Method is fixed, and published, and declared to be unalterable:
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There is no other Name under Heaven, but his, by which any Man can be saved:
There is no other Name under Heaven, but his, by which any Man can be saved:
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If God be gracious to any, and deliver them from going down to the Pit, 'tis because he hath found a Ransom, Job XXXIII. 24. The Absolute Mercy of God is not to be rested in;
If God be gracious to any, and deliver them from going down to the Pit, it's Because he hath found a Ransom, Job XXXIII. 24. The Absolute Mercy of God is not to be rested in;
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for he hath told us in what Way and Method he will dispence his Mercy; and how we shall partake of it:
for he hath told us in what Way and Method he will dispense his Mercy; and how we shall partake of it:
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That we must honour the Son, as we honour the Father; receive him as Christ Jesus the Lord, the only Mediator between God and Man;
That we must honour the Son, as we honour the Father; receive him as christ jesus the Lord, the only Mediator between God and Man;
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and that If we believe not that Jesus is he, we must dye in our Sins.
and that If we believe not that jesus is he, we must die in our Sins.
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'Tis not enough to cease to do Evil, and make Restitution where you have injur'd and wrong'd any, (which yet is a necessary Fruit of Repentance;) 'Tis not a little outward Reformation,
It's not enough to cease to do Evil, and make Restitution where you have injured and wronged any, (which yet is a necessary Fruit of Repentance;) It's not a little outward Reformation,
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or the Performance of some Duties of Religious Worship, that before were neglected, that will be sufficient,
or the Performance of Some Duties of Religious Worship, that before were neglected, that will be sufficient,
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if you overlook Jesus Christ, and lay the stress of your Hope, for Acceptance with God, on any thing else.
if you overlook jesus christ, and lay the stress of your Hope, for Acceptance with God, on any thing Else.
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If you should fast, and pray, and weep, and mourn, and wear Sackcloath, and give all you have to the Poor,
If you should fast, and pray, and weep, and mourn, and wear sackcloth, and give all you have to the Poor,
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and continue a Life of Austerity and Mortification for many Years;
and continue a Life of Austerity and Mortification for many years;
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this will not avail, if you think to pacifie God herewith, and substitute this in the room of the Blood and Righteousness of Christ, in order to Forgiveness.
this will not avail, if you think to pacify God herewith, and substitute this in the room of the Blood and Righteousness of christ, in order to Forgiveness.
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You will but provoke God, and dishonour the Redeemer, and deceive your own Souls.
You will but provoke God, and dishonour the Redeemer, and deceive your own Souls.
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'Tis certain, we are naturally prone to fix upon some other Bottom, enclin'd to establish a Righteousness of our own, instead of Christ Jesus, and his Righteousness.
It's certain, we Are naturally prove to fix upon Some other Bottom, inclined to establish a Righteousness of our own, instead of christ jesus, and his Righteousness.
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But we can never be secure from the Charge of the Condemning Law, and the Challenge of Divine Justice,
But we can never be secure from the Charge of the Condemning Law, and the Challenge of Divine justice,
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but by being united to Christ, interested in him, found in him, and accepted with God on his Account. ƲSE III. Let me beseech you to pity those Sinners, who are not return'd to God, and interested in his pardoning Mercy;
but by being united to christ, interested in him, found in him, and accepted with God on his Account. ƲSE III. Let me beseech you to pity those Sinners, who Are not returned to God, and interested in his pardoning Mercy;
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and to pity such, as desiring and endeavouring to return, do yet apprehend and fear, that they shall never be pardon'd.
and to pity such, as desiring and endeavouring to return, do yet apprehend and Fear, that they shall never be pardoned.
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First, As to those as are yet under the Guilt of Sin, and are not return'd to God,First, As to those as Are yet under the Gilded of since, and Are not returned to God,
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nor interested in his pardoning Mercy: Consider their Miserable Case, and pity them: For,
nor interested in his pardoning Mercy: Consider their Miserable Case, and pity them: For,
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First, If they are not Partakers of ths abundant Pardon, there's no one sin that they were ever guilty of, that is forgiven.First, If they Are not Partakers of this abundant Pardon, there's no one since that they were ever guilty of, that is forgiven.
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Without Repentance, (which includes forsaking our Evil Ways, and returning to God,) there's no Forgiveness of any Sin:
Without Repentance, (which includes forsaking our Evil Ways, and returning to God,) there's no Forgiveness of any since:
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Tho' Temporal Judgments have sometimes been diverted upon External Humiliation, no one Sin is blotted out,
Though Temporal Judgments have sometime been diverted upon External Humiliation, no one since is blotted out,
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but through the Blood of Christ, who is exalted to be a Prince and Saviour, to give Repentance as well as Remission of Sins: And these are never to be parted.
but through the Blood of christ, who is exalted to be a Prince and Saviour, to give Repentance as well as Remission of Sins: And these Are never to be parted.
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Therfore if any have liv'd twenty, thirty, or forty Years in the World, or longer, whenever God comes to enter into Judgment with you, all the Sins of your past Life, with all their several Aggravations, will be found in the Indictment, and charg'd against you:
Therefore if any have lived twenty, thirty, or forty years in the World, or longer, whenever God comes to enter into Judgement with you, all the Sins of your past Life, with all their several Aggravations, will be found in the Indictment, and charged against you:
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You are under the Guilt of them all; as much as if they were committed yesterday.
You Are under the Gilded of them all; as much as if they were committed yesterday.
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As God's pardoning Mercy reaches to all the unknown, and forgotten Sins of true Penitents,
As God's pardoning Mercy reaches to all the unknown, and forgotten Sins of true Penitents,
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as well as those which they actually remember, and repent of, so where he doth not forgive all, he forgives none. And if the Guilt of one sin be enough to sink thee into Hell;
as well as those which they actually Remember, and Repent of, so where he does not forgive all, he forgives none. And if the Gilded of one since be enough to sink thee into Hell;
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what is it to have Ten Thousand to answer for? If you can't stand in the Judgment,
what is it to have Ten Thousand to answer for? If you can't stand in the Judgement,
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when accused but for one sinful Thought or Word, what will become of you, when you have all the numberless Transgressions of your past Lives to answer for?
when accused but for one sinful Thought or Word, what will become of you, when you have all the numberless Transgressions of your past Lives to answer for?
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Secondly, Consider, that 'till sin be forgiven, the Guilt of every unpardon'd Sinner encreases every day.Secondly, Consider, that till since be forgiven, the Gilded of every unpardoned Sinner increases every day.
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The longer he lives, he is still heaping up Wrath against the Day of Wrath. Upon every failure of our Duty to God or Man, there's a Debt of Punishment resulting from it;
The longer he lives, he is still heaping up Wrath against the Day of Wrath. Upon every failure of our Duty to God or Man, there's a Debt of Punishment resulting from it;
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and every New Sin is a Figure added to the Old Score. The longer therfore any one lives in an unpardon'd State, the more Guilt he contracts,
and every New since is a Figure added to the Old Score. The longer Therefore any one lives in an unpardoned State, the more Gilded he contracts,
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and the more Crimes he has to Answer for.
and the more Crimes he has to Answer for.
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Thirdly, Consider, that upon this Account, 'till we are interested in the pardoning Mercy of God;Thirdly, Consider, that upon this Account, till we Are interested in the pardoning Mercy of God;
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we are under the Curse and Condemnation of the Law.
we Are under the Curse and Condemnation of the Law.
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Whatever Advantages a Man may enjoy above Others, whatever Gifts, Reputation, Prosperity, &c. he's still under a Divine Curse; he's condemn'd already;
Whatever Advantages a Man may enjoy above Others, whatever Gifts, Reputation, Prosperity, etc. he's still under a Divine Curse; he's condemned already;
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and if he dye in this Condition, he must perish for ever.
and if he die in this Condition, he must perish for ever.
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And how soon may Death put a Period to all thy Hopes of Forgiveness? In the mean time you are under a Divine Curse, that reaches to all you have, and all you enjoy:
And how soon may Death put a Period to all thy Hope's of Forgiveness? In the mean time you Are under a Divine Curse, that reaches to all you have, and all you enjoy:
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In Health and Sickness, Prosperity and Adversity, whereever you go, and whatever you do. You please God in nothing;
In Health and Sickness, Prosperity and Adversity, wherever you go, and whatever you do. You please God in nothing;
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but abuse his Mercy, and are liable every Moment to his Wrath;
but abuse his Mercy, and Are liable every Moment to his Wrath;
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and if you dye, that stroak of Death which separates thy Soul from thy Body, will separate thee from God and Heaven for ever.
and if you die, that stroke of Death which separates thy Soul from thy Body, will separate thee from God and Heaven for ever.
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And this Curse of God will be found to be Intolerable, as well as unavoidable.
And this Curse of God will be found to be Intolerable, as well as unavoidable.
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When God deals with Sinners, as a God of Vengeance, they shall not be so weak,
When God deals with Sinners, as a God of Vengeance, they shall not be so weak,
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as to be annihilated by his Wrath; or so strong, as to resist or avoid his Righteous Vengeance; and 'tis Everlasting Wrath likewise:
as to be annihilated by his Wrath; or so strong, as to resist or avoid his Righteous Vengeance; and it's Everlasting Wrath likewise:
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Without being now reconciled to God, and interested in his pardoning Mercy by Jesus Christ, the Wrath of God abideth on you; and will for ever abide.
Without being now reconciled to God, and interested in his pardoning Mercy by jesus christ, the Wrath of God Abideth on you; and will for ever abide.
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Fourthly, Let me add one Consideration more, to raise your Pity to Unpardon'd Sinners, and that is, their present deplorable Case, by the Accusations of their own Conscience.Fourthly, Let me add one Consideration more, to raise your Pity to Unpardoned Sinners, and that is, their present deplorable Case, by the Accusations of their own Conscience.
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For sooner or later a guilty Conscience will speak: Especially as to those that live under the Preaching of the Gospel.
For sooner or later a guilty Conscience will speak: Especially as to those that live under the Preaching of the Gospel.
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The Sinners in Zion shall be afraid, Fearfulness shall surprize the Hypocrite: The Sinners in Zion shall be afraid, Fearfulness shall surprise the Hypocrite:
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They may try various Methods to stop the Mouth of Conscience, by the Noise and Clatter, and Hurry of Worldly Business;
They may try various Methods to stop the Mouth of Conscience, by the Noise and Clatter, and Hurry of Worldly Business;
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they may think to forget their Misery, and patch up a kind of Peace for a little while;
they may think to forget their Misery, and patch up a kind of Peace for a little while;
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but this is a false Peace, that if not speedily broken, will end in Everlasting Anguish:
but this is a false Peace, that if not speedily broken, will end in Everlasting Anguish:
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And if it be, (as a thousand to one but it will be,) what Trembling, Horror,
And if it be, (as a thousand to one but it will be,) what Trembling, Horror,
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and Despair must be expected? How low will such sink;
and Despair must be expected? How low will such sink;
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when they awake out of their Security? How will they roar and cry out under the Terrors of the Lord? How bitterly will they complain of the Burden of Sin,
when they awake out of their Security? How will they roar and cry out under the Terrors of the Lord? How bitterly will they complain of the Burden of since,
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as a Mountain on their Backs? Of the Wounds of Sin, as so many poyson'd Arrows in their Hearts? How will their Joynts tremble, their Lips quiver,
as a Mountain on their Backs? Of the Wounds of since, as so many poisoned Arrows in their Hearts? How will their Joints tremble, their Lips quiver,
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and their Hearts ake? When they shall see their Sins set in Order before them,
and their Hearts ache? When they shall see their Sins Set in Order before them,
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and can't hope for Pardon? But whether they feel their Misery or no, their Case is dismal,
and can't hope for Pardon? But whither they feel their Misery or no, their Case is dismal,
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for they do but dance about the bottomless Pit, and the next Hour may tumble in.
for they do but dance about the bottomless Pit, and the next Hour may tumble in.
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Conscience may awake sooner than you believe, and e're long it will.
Conscience may awake sooner than you believe, and ever long it will.
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Conscience, I say, which is an Accuser, none can silence, a Judge that none can bribe.
Conscience, I say, which is an Accuser, none can silence, a Judge that none can bribe.
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And if they will but give themselves Time and Leisure to think; a gloomy Darkness, like the Shadow of Death must now overspread their Souls:
And if they will but give themselves Time and Leisure to think; a gloomy Darkness, like the Shadow of Death must now overspread their Souls:
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They have no Relief, but by endeavouring not to think of their Danger.
They have no Relief, but by endeavouring not to think of their Danger.
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Are not such to be pity'd? O do what you can to awaken and save them!
are not such to be pitied? O do what you can to awaken and save them!
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Secondly, There's another sort, who need your Compassion, i. e. They who desire and endeavour to return to God,Secondly, There's Another sort, who need your Compassion, i. e. They who desire and endeavour to return to God,
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and seek after Christ, but apprehend there is no Forgiveness for them. Tho' God will abundantly Pardon Others;
and seek After christ, but apprehend there is no Forgiveness for them. Though God will abundantly Pardon Others;
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they reckon they shall never be interested in his pardoning Mercy. They hear of God's multiplying Forgivenesses to Others;
they reckon they shall never be interested in his pardoning Mercy. They hear of God's multiplying Forgivenesses to Others;
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but dare not think, they shall have a Share in it. They read of a Saviour, but believe they shall never be sav'd by him;
but Dare not think, they shall have a Share in it. They read of a Saviour, but believe they shall never be saved by him;
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they hardly dare look into the Bible, lest they read their own Condemnation.
they hardly Dare look into the bible, lest they read their own Condemnation.
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All the Terrible Things in the Scriptures against Impenitent Unbelievers, against Apostates and Obstinate Sinners, they apply to themselves.
All the Terrible Things in the Scriptures against Impenitent Unbelievers, against Apostates and Obstinate Sinners, they apply to themselves.
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They dare not look into the Grave, nor think of dying, because of what follows, in the sinal Judgment of Christ,
They Dare not look into the Grave, nor think of dying, Because of what follows, in the sinal Judgement of christ,
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and the Everlasting Destruction of Sinners. If they had any former Peace, they reckon it was all Deceit, Mistake and Presumption:
and the Everlasting Destruction of Sinners. If they had any former Peace, they reckon it was all Deceit, Mistake and Presumption:
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For after all their Profession, and Hearing, and Reading, and Praying, &c. they tell you, They shall perish, and be condemn'd as Hypocrites;
For After all their Profession, and Hearing, and Reading, and Praying, etc. they tell you, They shall perish, and be condemned as Hypocrites;
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and There's no Mercy for them. O with what Bowels of Pity and Compassion, should we consider the Case of such!
and There's no Mercy for them. O with what Bowels of Pity and Compassion, should we Consider the Case of such!
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And treat them with the Spirit of Meekness and Gentleness!
And Treat them with the Spirit of Meekness and Gentleness!
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Christ is the Saviour of Sinners, but He is none of mine, (they say) for I heard his Gospel Grace declared, but did not accept it;
christ is the Saviour of Sinners, but He is none of mine, (they say) for I herd his Gospel Grace declared, but did not accept it;
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I outstood my Day of Grace, and the Things of my Peace are hid from mine Eyes;
I outstood my Day of Grace, and the Things of my Peace Are hid from mine Eyes;
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He call'd me, but I would not come; and 'tis now too late. O 'tis now too late!
He called me, but I would not come; and it's now too late. Oh it's now too late!
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He knock'd, and I would not open; and now the Door is shut against me.
He knocked, and I would not open; and now the Door is shut against me.
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I am given up to a Hard Heart, &c. The very Thought of Heaven, and the Happiness of the Saints, doth but terrifie them,
I am given up to a Hard Heart, etc. The very Thought of Heaven, and the Happiness of the Saints, does but terrify them,
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because they think they have lost it, and shall never come there:
Because they think they have lost it, and shall never come there:
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As well as the Thoughts of Hell, which they reckon their Deserved Portion, and that e're long it will be so.
As well as the Thoughts of Hell, which they reckon their Deserved Portion, and that ever long it will be so.
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And that Word Everlasting, Everlasting Destruction, cuts them to the Heart. And well it may, if they believe it belongs to them;
And that Word Everlasting, Everlasting Destruction, cuts them to the Heart. And well it may, if they believe it belongs to them;
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and that they shall fall under the condemning Sentence of the Judge, to pass into Everlasting Fire.
and that they shall fallen under the condemning Sentence of the Judge, to pass into Everlasting Fire.
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And in several such Cases, the Devil strikes in, and aggravates their Distress: He insults over them;
And in several such Cases, the devil strikes in, and aggravates their Distress: He insults over them;
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What think ye now of Sin? Where's the Pleasure and Advantage of it now? To what purpose hath been all your Praying, Hearing, attending on Ordinances, Coming to the Lord's Table, &c. You are fit indeed to come to the Lord's Table;
What think you now of since? Where's the Pleasure and Advantage of it now? To what purpose hath been all your Praying, Hearing, attending on Ordinances, Coming to the Lord's Table, etc. You Are fit indeed to come to the Lord's Table;
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you have come Ʋnworthily, you have seal'd your Damnation by it, you have eat and drank Judgment to your selves by it again and again.
you have come Ʋnworthily, you have sealed your Damnation by it, you have eat and drank Judgement to your selves by it again and again.
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And such is their Darkness and Perplexity, they know not what to Answer, but conclude They are lost, and the Gospel hid from them;
And such is their Darkness and Perplexity, they know not what to Answer, but conclude They Are lost, and the Gospel hid from them;
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that Christ is not their Freind, and will not be their Saviour.
that christ is not their Friend, and will not be their Saviour.
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Some of them will tell you, they are as sure of it, as if they were in Hell already.
some of them will tell you, they Are as sure of it, as if they were in Hell already.
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'Tis as true, they say, as if they had heard his Condemning Sentence: He hath shut up his Bowels, and his Tender Mercy for ever from them:
It's as true, they say, as if they had herd his Condemning Sentence: He hath shut up his Bowels, and his Tender Mercy for ever from them:
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And there's nothing remains, but a fearful Looking for of Wrath, and Judgment, Tribulation, and Anguish:
And there's nothing remains, but a fearful Looking for of Wrath, and Judgement, Tribulation, and Anguish:
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And that all their present Darkness, is but the Forerunner of Eternal Darkness: And what they feel now, is nothing to what they fear.
And that all their present Darkness, is but the Forerunner of Eternal Darkness: And what they feel now, is nothing to what they Fear.
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And if they be in such Agonies now, O what will it be to lye in the Flames of Hell? Wretched Miserable Creatures! they know not how to live, and they dare not dye;
And if they be in such Agonies now, Oh what will it be to lie in the Flames of Hell? Wretched Miserable Creatures! they know not how to live, and they Dare not die;
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lest Death should open the Door to Eternal Damnation.
lest Death should open the Door to Eternal Damnation.
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And these Fears are heighten'd, when ever they meet with those Christians, who have any Hopes of Heaven;
And these Fears Are heightened, when ever they meet with those Christians, who have any Hope's of Heaven;
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because they say, Christ saveth Others, but will not save them. Do not such as these deserve our Compassion? (And there be many such in this City.) Though Natural Melancholy,
Because they say, christ Saveth Others, but will not save them. Do not such as these deserve our Compassion? (And there be many such in this city.) Though Natural Melancholy,
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and Bodily Indisposition give some Occasion, at least to heighten such Terrors and Distress in several;
and Bodily Indisposition give Some Occasion, At least to heighten such Terrors and Distress in several;
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yet the sense of past Guilt, and the Temptations of Satan must not be overlookt.
yet the sense of past Gilded, and the Temptations of Satan must not be overlooked.
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What I have to say on the Third General, of God's Thoughts not being as ours, will be suitable to their Case.
What I have to say on the Third General, of God's Thoughts not being as ours, will be suitable to their Case.
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But before I proceed to that, let me mention something for the Tryal, and Examination of our selves,
But before I proceed to that, let me mention something for the Trial, and Examination of our selves,
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whether we are interested in this Forgiveness or no?
whither we Are interested in this Forgiveness or no?
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Would you know whether your Sins are forgiven, whether you are interested in this Promise of multiply'd Pardon? Consider in the General,
Would you know whither your Sins Are forgiven, whither you Are interested in this Promise of multiplied Pardon? Consider in the General,
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and Examine your Repentance towards God, and Faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, Acts II. 21. The Essential Acts of Repentance are, Godly.
and Examine your Repentance towards God, and Faith in our Lord jesus christ, Acts II 21. The Essential Acts of Repentance Are, Godly.
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Sorrow for all our known Sins; and a sincere Purpose of Heart, to turn from all Sin to God;
Sorrow for all our known Sins; and a sincere Purpose of Heart, to turn from all since to God;
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with Answerable Endeavours of Universal Holiness.
with Answerable Endeavours of Universal Holiness.
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The three Acts of saving Faith in Christ are, (1.) An Assent of the Mind to Scripture-Revelation, concerning Christ. (2.) The Consent of the Soul, embracing and receiving him upon his own Terms. (3.) A Relyance and Trust on him for Pardon of Sin, and Eternal Life. More particularly, I.
The three Acts of Saving Faith in christ Are, (1.) an Assent of the Mind to Scripture-revelation, Concerning christ. (2.) The Consent of the Soul, embracing and receiving him upon his own Terms. (3.) A Reliance and Trust on him for Pardon of since, and Eternal Life. More particularly, I.
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You may Consider your Repentance, and enquire how you stand affected to Sin? Have you been under any deep Conviction of the Evil of Sin,
You may Consider your Repentance, and inquire how you stand affected to since? Have you been under any deep Conviction of the Evil of since,
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as to cause not only some Sorrow but Hatred and Detestation of it? Have you seen your selves lost and undone by reason of Guilt,
as to cause not only Some Sorrow but Hatred and Detestation of it? Have you seen your selves lost and undone by reason of Gilded,
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so as absolutely to need pardoning Mercy? Is the Heart of Stone taken away,
so as absolutely to need pardoning Mercy? Is the Heart of Stone taken away,
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and a Heart of Flesh given? What Humiliation for Sin, and Self-abasement in the Apprehension of your Vileness, have you ever had? Have you been disquieted and burden'd under the Sense of Sin,
and a Heart of Flesh given? What Humiliation for since, and Self-abasement in the Apprehension of your Vileness, have you ever had? Have you been disquieted and burdened under the Sense of since,
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so as to condemn your selves;
so as to condemn your selves;
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and see that you are lost without the Free-Mercy of God in Christ? Owning the Righteousness of God,
and see that you Are lost without the Free-mercy of God in christ? Owning the Righteousness of God,
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if he should cast you off;
if he should cast you off;
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and yet looking up to God through Jesus Christ with Hope? 'Tis true, there is a great Difference in the Expressions of Sorrow and Humiliation for Sin, which some make beyond others;
and yet looking up to God through jesus christ with Hope? It's true, there is a great Difference in the Expressions of Sorrow and Humiliation for since, which Some make beyond Others;
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but all are made to see the Evil of Sin, so as to be cur'd of the Love of it;
but all Are made to see the Evil of since, so as to be cured of the Love of it;
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to humble themselves, and acknowledge their Vileness.
to humble themselves, and acknowledge their Vileness.
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Have you thereupon been brought to an Ingenuous Confession of Sin, Psal. XXXVIII. 18. with Earnest Prayers to God for Forgiveness,
Have you thereupon been brought to an Ingenuous Confessi of since, Psalm XXXVIII. 18. with Earnest Prayers to God for Forgiveness,
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when you remember the peculiar Aggravations of many of your Crimes? How long continued in, against how many Helps,
when you Remember the peculiar Aggravations of many of your Crimes? How long continued in, against how many Helps,
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and Warnings, Calls, and Counsels, and Obligations to the contrary? How small the Temptation, how frequent the Repetition;
and Warnings, Calls, and Counsels, and Obligations to the contrary? How small the Temptation, how frequent the Repetition;
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and yet how much Wilfulness, notwithstanding the various Methods of God's Grace and Providence to reclaim you? Such a Conviction cannot long be conceal'd and hid.
and yet how much Wilfulness, notwithstanding the various Methods of God's Grace and Providence to reclaim you? Such a Conviction cannot long be concealed and hid.
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Enquire therfore, what Effects it hath had, to bring you into the Presence of God, there to confess and bewail your Folly? O what a Beast, what a Fool, what a Wretch have I been,
Inquire Therefore, what Effects it hath had, to bring you into the Presence of God, there to confess and bewail your Folly? O what a Beast, what a Fool, what a Wretch have I been,
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thus and thus have I sinn'd against Heaven? How low should I abase my self in the Presence of God? How unworthy am I to lift up mine Eyes to the Throne of his Glory? How wonderful is his Patience, that I am yet alive?
thus and thus have I sinned against Heaven? How low should I abase my self in the Presence of God? How unworthy am I to lift up mine Eyes to the Throne of his Glory? How wondered is his Patience, that I am yet alive?
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If you have a serious Sense of Sin, you will not be able to keep Silence;
If you have a serious Sense of since, you will not be able to keep Silence;
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for that is contrary to the Confession of Sin, mentioned Psal. XXXII. 5. I acknowledg'd my Sin unto thee,
for that is contrary to the Confessi of since, mentioned Psalm XXXII. 5. I acknowledged my since unto thee,
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and mine Iniquity have I not hid. and mine Iniquity have I not hid.
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While he kept silence, or did not confess his Sin, his Bones were vex'd, his Heart was disquieted.
While he kept silence, or did not confess his since, his Bones were vexed, his Heart was disquieted.
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But upon a free and full Confession to God, his Spirit was calm'd, and he could look through his Penitential Tears, with Hope to God's Mercy-Seat.
But upon a free and full Confessi to God, his Spirit was calmed, and he could look through his Penitential Tears, with Hope to God's Mercy-Seat.
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God requires this Confession in order to Forgiveness, Jer. III. 12, 13. Return, O backsliding Israel, saith the Lord,
God requires this Confessi in order to Forgiveness, Jer. III. 12, 13. Return, Oh backsliding Israel, Says the Lord,
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and I will not cause mine Anger to fall upon you, for I am merciful, saith the Lord, only acknowledge thine Iniquity, &c. And if we confess our sin, (the Apostle tells us) God is faithful and just to forgive them, 1 John I. 9. And the more free and particular we are in our Confession of Sin to God, so much the better.and I will not cause mine Anger to fallen upon you, for I am merciful, Says the Lord, only acknowledge thine Iniquity, etc. And if we confess our since, (the Apostle tells us) God is faithful and just to forgive them, 1 John I. 9. And the more free and particular we Are in our Confessi of since to God, so much the better.
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This cannot be without a Holy Sorrow and Shame, in the Remembrance of your past Folly, your Sinfulness and Pollution, your Ingratitude and Rebellion against God,
This cannot be without a Holy Sorrow and Shame, in the Remembrance of your past Folly, your Sinfulness and Pollution, your Ingratitude and Rebellion against God,
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and not meerly upon the Account of any Penal, Afflictive Consequences, by which you have smarted.
and not merely upon the Account of any Penal, Afflictive Consequences, by which you have smarted.
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For Godly Sorrow will distinguish it self by the Principles and Motives of it, to be another thing,
For Godly Sorrow will distinguish it self by the Principles and Motives of it, to be Another thing,
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than meerly bowing down the Head under the Burthen of Affliction.
than merely bowing down the Head under the Burden of Affliction.
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There will be a Holy Shame and Confusion of Face, in the sense of what you have done, and what you have deserv'd;
There will be a Holy Shame and Confusion of Face, in the sense of what you have done, and what you have deserved;
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so as to tremble at the Thought of committing the like Sins again; and to fear the Temptations that might draw you to it;
so as to tremble At the Thought of committing the like Sins again; and to Fear the Temptations that might draw you to it;
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and make you reckon every Burden of Affliction tolerable, in comparison of the Burden of Sin. Considering what we have done,
and make you reckon every Burden of Affliction tolerable, in comparison of the Burden of Sin. Considering what we have done,
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and against whom we have sinned: Considering what a foolish Choice we have made, what Grace we have slighted; what Mercies we have abused;
and against whom we have sinned: Considering what a foolish Choice we have made, what Grace we have slighted; what mercies we have abused;
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and how unworthily we have behaved our selves to God, our Owner, Maker and Sovereign; and unto Christ, our Saviour and Redeemer;
and how unworthily we have behaved our selves to God, our Owner, Maker and Sovereign; and unto christ, our Saviour and Redeemer;
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and unto the Holy Spirit, who hath been striving with us: Hereupon we condemn our selves, and beg that God would not condemn us;
and unto the Holy Spirit, who hath been striving with us: Hereupon we condemn our selves, and beg that God would not condemn us;
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we are made sensible of our Unworthiness of the least Favour; and as the Prodigal or Publican, beg free Mercy:
we Are made sensible of our Unworthiness of the least Favour; and as the Prodigal or Publican, beg free Mercy:
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Owning his Righteousness, if he should deny it. Thus judging our selves, we justifie God; and hereby give Glory to him.
Owning his Righteousness, if he should deny it. Thus judging our selves, we justify God; and hereby give Glory to him.
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This will make his Mercy the more welcome, and our Prayers the more Earnest.
This will make his Mercy the more welcome, and our Prayers the more Earnest.
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Such a Sence of Sin we must carefully improve, to encrease our Hatred of it, Resolutions to forfake it,
Such a Sense of since we must carefully improve, to increase our Hatred of it, Resolutions to forfake it,
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and Endeavours against it for the future:
and Endeavours against it for the future:
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To promote and preserve Humility, and a low Esteem of our selves, and entire Submission to all the Word and Will of God:
To promote and preserve Humility, and a low Esteem of our selves, and entire Submission to all the Word and Will of God:
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To help us to perform every Duty, and joyn in every Ordinance, with more Meekness and Self-abasement;
To help us to perform every Duty, and join in every Ordinance, with more Meekness and Self-abasement;
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and to bear every Affliction as deserving a thousand times worse than we ever yet suffer'd.
and to bear every Affliction as deserving a thousand times Worse than we ever yet suffered.
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This will make us feel more our need of Christ for Pardon, and sanctifying Grace;
This will make us feel more our need of christ for Pardon, and sanctifying Grace;
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and make us have daily Recourse to him, for the Influence of his Blood and Spirit:
and make us have daily Recourse to him, for the Influence of his Blood and Spirit:
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And it will make us ready upon any just Occasion, to confess our Sins to Men also,
And it will make us ready upon any just Occasion, to confess our Sins to Men also,
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if it appear to be for the Honour of God, that we do so; this will make us more compassionate toward Others, who have fallen by Temptation.
if it appear to be for the Honour of God, that we do so; this will make us more compassionate towards Others, who have fallen by Temptation.
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This will raise our Thankfulness for every little Favour, for every beginning of Mercy, for every thing of Grace, that we do, or may receive from God:
This will raise our Thankfulness for every little Favour, for every beginning of Mercy, for every thing of Grace, that we do, or may receive from God:
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And cause us readily to embrace and welcome the Gospel Discovery, and Revelation of God's Forgiveness of Sin.
And cause us readily to embrace and welcome the Gospel Discovery, and Revelation of God's Forgiveness of Sin.
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This serious Conviction of our Guilt and Folly, will make us own our selves, the Chiefest of Sinners, as knowing the special Aggravations of our own Sins beyond what we know of Others.
This serious Conviction of our Gilded and Folly, will make us own our selves, the Chiefest of Sinners, as knowing the special Aggravations of our own Sins beyond what we know of Others.
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I do not know as to other Men, their Advantages or Disadvantages, Helps or Hindrances by Education, Knowledge, Admonition, Counsel, Afflictions,
I do not know as to other Men, their Advantages or Disadvantages, Helps or Hindrances by Education, Knowledge, Admonition, Counsel, Afflictions,
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and special Obligations, as I do my own. I do not know the Strength, the Urgency, the Importunity of their Temptations;
and special Obligations, as I do my own. I do not know the Strength, the Urgency, the Importunity of their Temptations;
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whether if I had the like, I might not have been as bad or worse.
whither if I had the like, I might not have been as bad or Worse.
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I do not know the Force and Power of Bodily Constitution, inclining 'em strongly to some Sins.
I do not know the Force and Power of Bodily Constitution, inclining they strongly to Some Sins.
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I do not know whether their Sins have been committed upon such small Temptations, as many of mine have been:
I do not know whither their Sins have been committed upon such small Temptations, as many of mine have been:
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Or whether against so many Motions of God's Spirit; or whether they continued so long without Repentance;
Or whither against so many Motions of God's Spirit; or whither they continued so long without Repentance;
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or against so many Helps to repent.
or against so many Helps to Repent.
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I do not know whether there was so much of Wilfulness and Deliberation in Other Men's Sins;
I do not know whither there was so much of Wilfulness and Deliberation in Other Men's Sins;
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as I know there hath been in my own.
as I know there hath been in my own.
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I cannot tell, but as to other Mens Faults, there may be something to lessen, to extenuate, to mitigate their Guilt, that doth not appear:
I cannot tell, but as to other Men's Faults, there may be something to lessen, to extenuate, to mitigate their Gilded, that does not appear:
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It may be, their Principles and Intentions were not so bad;
It may be, their Principles and Intentions were not so bad;
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and there was more of Infirmity, more of Mistake and Error, more of Weakness and Surprize in their Sins,
and there was more of Infirmity, more of Mistake and Error, more of Weakness and Surprise in their Sins,
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than I know there was in ' mine. I may hope they did it ignorantly, or but seldom;
than I know there was in ' mine. I may hope they did it ignorantly, or but seldom;
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or that the Consequence is not so bad, as to God's Dishonour, and the Mischief done to others;
or that the Consequence is not so bad, as to God's Dishonour, and the Mischief done to Others;
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I may hope a great deal of what I hear of their Crimes may be false,
I may hope a great deal of what I hear of their Crimes may be false,
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or that God hath given them Repentance, tho' I know it not.
or that God hath given them Repentance, though I know it not.
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And have Reason to consider as to several, that they have otherwise many Excellent Qualifications, many Useful and Valuable Things in 'em,
And have Reason to Consider as to several, that they have otherwise many Excellent Qualifications, many Useful and Valuable Things in they,
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for which they ought to be esteem'd.
for which they ought to be esteemed.
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And so judging charitably of others, with serious Scrutiny into our selves, we shall see Reason to own our selves the Chiefest of Sinners. Such an humble Sense of our sinful Vileness, is a part of true Repentance, and an Evidence of Forgiveness.
And so judging charitably of Others, with serious Scrutiny into our selves, we shall see Reason to own our selves the Chiefest of Sinners. Such an humble Sense of our sinful Vileness, is a part of true Repentance, and an Evidence of Forgiveness.
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II. We cannot suppose this, without Forsaking of Sin, to which the Promise of Pardon is made.
II We cannot suppose this, without Forsaking of since, to which the Promise of Pardon is made.
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If God hath forgiven you, he enables you by his Spirit to walk in his Ways, to strive,
If God hath forgiven you, he enables you by his Spirit to walk in his Ways, to strive,
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and watch, and pray against those Sins, which with a Godly Sorrow you have confess'd and bewail'd,
and watch, and pray against those Sins, which with a Godly Sorrow you have confessed and bewailed,
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so that you stand in Awe of God's Authority; and allow your selves in no wilful known Sin;
so that you stand in Awe of God's authority; and allow your selves in no wilful known since;
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or in any Negligent Omissions of positive, plain Duty; but endeavour to walk in all his Commandments blameless.
or in any Negligent Omissions of positive, plain Duty; but endeavour to walk in all his commandments blameless.
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However, because of the Imperfection of this in the Best, Examine what Conflicts you have, what Opposition you make against Sin, by Renewed, Spiritual Principles.
However, Because of the Imperfection of this in the Best, Examine what Conflicts you have, what Opposition you make against since, by Renewed, Spiritual Principles.
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Is it the Desire, Care and Endeavour of your Souls, to have the Power of Indwelling Sin weakned, and the Habits of Grace strengthned,
Is it the Desire, Care and Endeavour of your Souls, to have the Power of Indwelling since weakened, and the Habits of Grace strengthened,
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and your Obedience more Uniform? Endeavouring to grow in Grace, especially in that Grace which is contrary to your particular Sin and Corruption? Is there an Earnest Desire,
and your obedience more Uniform? Endeavouring to grow in Grace, especially in that Grace which is contrary to your particular since and Corruption? Is there an Earnest Desire,
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and Constant Resolution, and Endeavour to bring forth Fruits worthy of Repentance? The Wicked must forsake his Way,
and Constant Resolution, and Endeavour to bring forth Fruits worthy of Repentance? The Wicked must forsake his Way,
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and the Ʋnrighteous Man his Thoughts, if God doth abundantly pardon: And to forsake it, is more than a bare Refraining from Sin;and the Ʋnrighteous Man his Thoughts, if God does abundantly pardon: And to forsake it, is more than a bore Refraining from since;
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he must give over all Acquaintance with it, and watch continually against it.
he must give over all Acquaintance with it, and watch continually against it.
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Whosoever retains any one Beloved, Darling Sin, cannot be said to forsake Sin, tho' he refrain from all others. He must forsake it,
Whosoever retains any one beloved, Darling since, cannot be said to forsake since, though he refrain from all Others. He must forsake it,
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so as to return to God, and walk in a contrary Path. It must be forsaken as to the Affection and Love of it,
so as to return to God, and walk in a contrary Path. It must be forsaken as to the Affection and Love of it,
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as well as the Outward Practice.
as well as the Outward Practice.
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Then we forsake Sin indeed, when we loath it, and hate it, and carefully watch against it.
Then we forsake since indeed, when we loath it, and hate it, and carefully watch against it.
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As a Man is said to forsake his Meat, (not when he cannot get it,
As a Man is said to forsake his Meat, (not when he cannot get it,
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or come by it) but when he has no Stomach to it;
or come by it) but when he has no Stomach to it;
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so doth he forsake his Lusts, (not when he hath no Opportunity) but when he hath no Affection;
so does he forsake his Lustiest, (not when he hath no Opportunity) but when he hath no Affection;
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when there is an Habitual Enmity in his Heart against it, and a constant Care in the Life to avoid it.
when there is an Habitual Enmity in his Heart against it, and a constant Care in the Life to avoid it.
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Is there no Sin but you are desirous to know, and part with? Do you love the Holy Image of God, wherever you discern it? and labour after a greater Conformity to the Divine Life? Is it the daily Burden of your Hearts, that you inwardly sanctifie God no more,
Is there no since but you Are desirous to know, and part with? Do you love the Holy Image of God, wherever you discern it? and labour After a greater Conformity to the Divine Life? Is it the daily Burden of your Hearts, that you inwardly sanctify God no more,
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and glorifie him so little in the World? Are your Thoughts, Desires, Opinions, and and Designs chang'd? The Bent of your Souls,
and Glorify him so little in the World? are your Thoughts, Desires, Opinions, and and Designs changed? The Bent of your Souls,
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and the Course of your Lives altered? Can you say, My Heart is inclin'd to keep thy Statutes always,
and the Course of your Lives altered? Can you say, My Heart is inclined to keep thy Statutes always,
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even to the end? Psal. CXIX. 112. I esteem all his Commandments concerning all things to be right? and am desirous to know the whole Will of God, that I may do it? And if in particular Instances by Temptation, you turn out of the Way, and contract Guilt;even to the end? Psalm CXIX. 112. I esteem all his commandments Concerning all things to be right? and am desirous to know the Whole Will of God, that I may do it? And if in particular Instances by Temptation, you turn out of the Way, and contract Gilded;
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are you restless and uneasie, 'till you return to God? Can you say with the Psalmist, I have kept the Way of the Lord,
Are you restless and uneasy, till you return to God? Can you say with the Psalmist, I have kept the Way of the Lord,
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and have not wickedly departed from him;
and have not wickedly departed from him;
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for all his Judgments were before me, and I did not put away his Statutes from me;
for all his Judgments were before me, and I did not put away his Statutes from me;
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I was also upright before him, and kept my self from mine Iniquity, Psal. XVIII. 21, 22, 23. I confess,I was also upright before him, and kept my self from mine Iniquity, Psalm XVIII. 21, 22, 23. I confess,
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as to Sins that by the Temperament and Constitution of the Body, we are more inclin'd and tempted to,
as to Sins that by the Temperament and Constitution of the Body, we Are more inclined and tempted to,
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than to other Sins, a Total Victory is not to be expected, so as in no Degrees to fall into such Sins after Repentance.
than to other Sins, a Total Victory is not to be expected, so as in no Degrees to fallen into such Sins After Repentance.
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Take heed in such Cases, that you rise again speedily by Repentance; that you walk softly and humbly;
Take heed in such Cases, that you rise again speedily by Repentance; that you walk softly and humbly;
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and that the principal Tendency of your Repentance and Prayer be against those Sins: And you will gradually get Strength against 'em:
and that the principal Tendency of your Repentance and Prayer be against those Sins: And you will gradually get Strength against they:
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So as to say, that no Iniquity hath Dominion over you;
So as to say, that no Iniquity hath Dominion over you;
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that you are not the willing Servants of Sin, so as to love it, and deliberately to allow it;
that you Are not the willing Servants of since, so as to love it, and deliberately to allow it;
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but the Desire of your Soul is to be freed from it, to have Sin subdu'd, as well as forgiven? III.
but the Desire of your Soul is to be freed from it, to have since subdued, as well as forgiven? III.
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What can you say, as to the Receiving, Loving, and Prizing of Christ, by whom we have Forgiveness? Have you heartily Accepted of him in all his Offices,
What can you say, as to the Receiving, Loving, and Prizing of christ, by whom we have Forgiveness? Have you heartily Accepted of him in all his Offices,
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as offered in the Gospel? Assenting to his Doctrine, as a Teacher sent from God,
as offered in the Gospel? Assenting to his Doctrine, as a Teacher sent from God,
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and our great Prophet? Relying on his Sacrifice and Mediation;
and our great Prophet? Relying on his Sacrifice and Mediation;
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as our great High-Priest? And subjecting to him as Lord and Ruler? This is Receiving him as Christ Jesus the Lord.
as our great High-Priest? And subjecting to him as Lord and Ruler? This is Receiving him as christ jesus the Lord.
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This is an Honour due to him, for the Pardon and Salvation he hath procured for us:
This is an Honour due to him, for the Pardon and Salvation he hath procured for us:
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And God hath made it necessary to our Interest in the Benesits of his Death.
And God hath made it necessary to our Interest in the Benefits of his Death.
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Do we assent to the Doctrine of Salvation, reveal'd and publish'd by Christ, and attested from Heaven,
Do we assent to the Doctrine of Salvation, revealed and published by christ, and attested from Heaven,
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as certainly true? That Jesus is the Christ of God, and Whosoever believeth on him shall not perish,
as Certainly true? That jesus is the christ of God, and Whosoever Believeth on him shall not perish,
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but have Everlasting Life? Hereupon are we brought to trust to the Mercy of God in Christ, in Hopes of his Salvation, which is freely tendred unto Sinners in the Gospel? Do we subject our selves entirely to him,but have Everlasting Life? Hereupon Are we brought to trust to the Mercy of God in christ, in Hope's of his Salvation, which is freely tendered unto Sinners in the Gospel? Do we Subject our selves entirely to him,
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as one whom God hath exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to give Repentance and Remission of Sins? Resolving to be sway'd by his Authority,
as one whom God hath exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to give Repentance and Remission of Sins? Resolving to be swayed by his authority,
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and rul'd by his Direction, and follow him as our Captain and Commander, Guide and Saviour,
and ruled by his Direction, and follow him as our Captain and Commander, Guide and Saviour,
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as long as we live? Endeavouring in Heart and Life, to be well pleasing in his Sight, that whether we live or dye, we may be His?
as long as we live? Endeavouring in Heart and Life, to be well pleasing in his Sighed, that whither we live or die, we may be His?
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If your Sins are forgiven, 'tis for Christ's sake. If your Sins Are forgiven, it's for Christ's sake.
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Consider what Application have you ever made to him, for the cleansing Virtue of his Blood? Since if you are washed,
Consider what Application have you ever made to him, for the cleansing Virtue of his Blood? Since if you Are washed,
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if you are pardoned, it must be through the Blood of the Lamb;
if you Are pardoned, it must be through the Blood of the Lamb;
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have you look'd to him, whom you have pierced, and mourn'd, and been in Bitterness for him,
have you looked to him, whom you have pierced, and mourned, and been in Bitterness for him,
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as one that is in Bitterness for his first born? Zac. XII. 10. Have you lookt upon a Crucify'd Saviour, Bleeding, Groaning, Dying for Sin, to reconcile us to God,
as one that is in Bitterness for his First born? Zac. XII. 10. Have you looked upon a crucified Saviour, Bleeding, Groaning, Dying for since, to reconcile us to God,
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and turn us from our Iniquities? Have you been answerably affected with the Sufferings of Christ,
and turn us from our Iniquities? Have you been answerably affected with the Sufferings of christ,
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and improv'd thereby in your Hatred of Sin?
and improved thereby in your Hatred of since?
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IV. What Thankfulness to God, and what Love to Jesus Christ the Redeemer, doth the Hope of Forgiveness excite in you? You read how the Penitent in the Gospel Loved much, because much was forgiven, Luke VII. 47. How did St. Peter appeal to Christ after the Forgiveness of his Sin;
IV. What Thankfulness to God, and what Love to jesus christ the Redeemer, does the Hope of Forgiveness excite in you? You read how the Penitent in the Gospel Loved much, Because much was forgiven, Lycia VII. 47. How did Saint Peter appeal to christ After the Forgiveness of his since;
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Lord, thou that knowest all things, knowest that I love thee. Lord, thou that Knowest all things, Knowest that I love thee.
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Your Love to Christ, and every thing that relates to him, will be a good Argument of the Forgiveness of Sin:
Your Love to christ, and every thing that relates to him, will be a good Argument of the Forgiveness of since:
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For having Peace with God, the Love of Christ is shed abroad in our Hearts.
For having Peace with God, the Love of christ is shed abroad in our Hearts.
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How have your Hearts been affected with Thankfulness to God, for the Riches of his Grace in this Forgiveness? For the Purchase of it, for the Offer of it;
How have your Hearts been affected with Thankfulness to God, for the Riches of his Grace in this Forgiveness? For the Purchase of it, for the Offer of it;
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and for any good Hope of your special Interest in it? What admiring Thoughts have you of the Height and Depth, Length and Breadth of the Love of God in Christ to lost Sinners? With what Thoughts do you Consider the Curse of the Law, the Terrors of Death, the Power of Satan,
and for any good Hope of your special Interest in it? What admiring Thoughts have you of the Height and Depth, Length and Breadth of the Love of God in christ to lost Sinners? With what Thoughts do you Consider the Curse of the Law, the Terrors of Death, the Power of Satan,
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and the Wrath of God? (From all which you are deliver'd by Christ.) With what Affection do you Contemplate the Innumerable Glorious Priviledges, Benefits and Blessings, that accompany this Forgiveness? With what Admiring Love to the Redeemer, do you from time to time review his Condescension and Humiliation? How low he stoopt,
and the Wrath of God? (From all which you Are Delivered by christ.) With what Affection do you Contemplate the Innumerable Glorious Privileges, Benefits and Blessings, that accompany this Forgiveness? With what Admiring Love to the Redeemer, do you from time to time review his Condescension and Humiliation? How low he stooped,
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and how readily? How great things he suffered, and how willingly? Even to drink the Dregs of that bitter Cup, (which but to taste of) would have made Men and Angels stagger into Hell.
and how readily? How great things he suffered, and how willingly? Even to drink the Dregs of that bitter Cup, (which but to taste of) would have made Men and Angels stagger into Hell.
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With what Frame of Spirit, can you consider Christ offer'd upon the Cross for you, making his Soul a Ransom for you? When you Consider with particular Application to your selves, He gave himself for me, shed his precious Blood for me.
With what Frame of Spirit, can you Consider christ offered upon the Cross for you, making his Soul a Ransom for you? When you Consider with particular Application to your selves, He gave himself for me, shed his precious Blood for me.
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O my Soul, 'twas that I might escape Condemnation;
Oh my Soul, 'twas that I might escape Condemnation;
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that I might be reconcil'd to God, that my Crimson and Scarlet Sins might be pardoned;
that I might be reconciled to God, that my Crimson and Scarlet Sins might be pardoned;
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that my Guilty, Polluted, Miserable Soul, might be restor'd to the Image of God, and Communion with him.
that my Guilty, Polluted, Miserable Soul, might be restored to the Image of God, and Communion with him.
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What Affections, what Joy have you from such Thoughts? Especially at the Lord's-Table, when you consider his Body broken for you, his Blood shed for the Remission of your Sins, wounded for your Transgressions, bruised for your Iniquities, that by his Stripes you might be healed?
What Affections, what Joy have you from such Thoughts? Especially At the Lord's-Table, when you Consider his Body broken for you, his Blood shed for the Remission of your Sins, wounded for your Transgressions, Bruised for your Iniquities, that by his Stripes you might be healed?
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V. Moreover, How are you affected with the Sins, that you hope God hath pardon'd? Do your Souls melt with a Godly Sorrow for those Crimes, that you hope are forgiven? What penitent Mourning doth the Psalmist express in Psal. 51. which was penn'd after God assur'd him, that his Adultery and Murder should be forgiven;
V. Moreover, How Are you affected with the Sins, that you hope God hath pardoned? Do your Souls melt with a Godly Sorrow for those Crimes, that you hope Are forgiven? What penitent Mourning does the Psalmist express in Psalm 51. which was penned After God assured him, that his Adultery and Murder should be forgiven;
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and after the Prophet had told him, The Lord hath put away thy Sin;
and After the Prophet had told him, The Lord hath put away thy since;
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O Lord have Mercy upon me, and wash me, and cleanse me, and blot out my Transgression:
Oh Lord have Mercy upon me, and wash me, and cleanse me, and blot out my Transgression:
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Against thee, thee only have I sinned, and done this Evil in thy Sight, &c.Against thee, thee only have I sinned, and done this Evil in thy Sighed, etc.
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What Influence hath God's free Mercy in pardoning Sin, upon you, as to Shame and Sorrow for it? Doth the Thoughts, that after all thy Provocations God will be reconciled, humble and shame thee the more? To this purpose, you know the Holy Spirit is promised in the Times of the Gospel, Ezek. XVI. 63. That thou may'st remember, and be confounded,
What Influence hath God's free Mercy in pardoning since, upon you, as to Shame and Sorrow for it? Does the Thoughts, that After all thy Provocations God will be reconciled, humble and shame thee the more? To this purpose, you know the Holy Spirit is promised in the Times of the Gospel, Ezekiel XVI. 63. That thou Mayest Remember, and be confounded,
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and never open thy Mouth any more, because of thy shame, when I am pacify'd toward thee,
and never open thy Mouth any more, Because of thy shame, when I am pacified towards thee,
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for all that thou hast done, saith the Lord. for all that thou hast done, Says the Lord.
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Is this the Language of your Hearts? He might have condemn'd me to Hell long agoe,
Is this the Language of your Hearts? He might have condemned me to Hell long ago,
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but through the Precious Blood of Jesus, I have Hopes of Forgiveness. O what an Ungrateful Wretch have I been! What Love have I despised! Against whom have I sinned!
but through the Precious Blood of jesus, I have Hope's of Forgiveness. O what an Ungrateful Wretch have I been! What Love have I despised! Against whom have I sinned!
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How have I rebell'd against the God of Love and Grace, and griev'd his good Spirit!
How have I rebelled against the God of Love and Grace, and grieved his good Spirit!
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Against what Bowels of Mercy have I spurn'd? I am astonished at the Mercy of God in Christ, offer'd to such a Rebel as I am:
Against what Bowels of Mercy have I spurned? I am astonished At the Mercy of God in christ, offered to such a Rebel as I am:
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I am confounded at my own Vileness, that such Hainous Iniquities should be blotted out, that such numberless Iniquities should be forgiven;
I am confounded At my own Vileness, that such Heinous Iniquities should be blotted out, that such numberless Iniquities should be forgiven;
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that after I had so often, and so long, and so wilfully turn'd my Back upon him, he should yet call after me,
that After I had so often, and so long, and so wilfully turned my Back upon him, he should yet call After me,
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and say, I am he, behold I am he, that bletteth out thy Transgression for my own Name sake,
and say, I am he, behold I am he, that bletteth out thy Transgression for my own Name sake,
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and will remember thy sins no more. That when God saw me, and might have punished me;and will Remember thy Sins no more. That when God saw me, and might have punished me;
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might have made me an Example of his Justice here, or might have sent me quick to Hell;
might have made me an Exampl of his justice Here, or might have sent me quick to Hell;
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or might have left me unto Hardness of Heart, to treasure up Wrath against the Day of Wrath;
or might have left me unto Hardness of Heart, to treasure up Wrath against the Day of Wrath;
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that he should freely forgive me all, and be graciously reconcil'd to me, and speak Pardon and Peace to my Soul. O Wretch that I have been! O Abominable Sinner!
that he should freely forgive me all, and be graciously reconciled to me, and speak Pardon and Peace to my Soul. O Wretch that I have been! O Abominable Sinner!
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I abhor my self in Dust and Ashes.
I abhor my self in Dust and Ashes.
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We find this Exemplify'd in the Temper and Spirit of those, to whom the Mercy and Grace of God is discovered, especially in the Apostle Paul. He aggravates his Sin,
We find this Exemplified in the Temper and Spirit of those, to whom the Mercy and Grace of God is discovered, especially in the Apostle Paul. He aggravates his since,
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and owns himself the Chiefest of Sinners; and never more so, than when he is thinking,
and owns himself the Chiefest of Sinners; and never more so, than when he is thinking,
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and speaking of Christ's Coming into the World to save Sinners; and how wonderfully he called him, and show'd Mercy to him.
and speaking of Christ's Coming into the World to save Sinners; and how wonderfully he called him, and showed Mercy to him.
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Read this at large, 1 Tim. I. 14, 15, 16, 17. And the sight of God's Mercy,
Read this At large, 1 Tim. I. 14, 15, 16, 17. And the sighed of God's Mercy,
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and Sense of his Pardon, is in it self proper to raise an Admiration of Free Grace;
and Sense of his Pardon, is in it self proper to raise an Admiration of Free Grace;
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and to humble the Soul before God. It is proper to encrease our Detestation of Sin, and make us loath our selves.
and to humble the Soul before God. It is proper to increase our Detestation of since, and make us loath our selves.
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That which raiseth our Love to God, must needs raise our Hatred of Sin, and Sorrow for it.
That which Raiseth our Love to God, must needs raise our Hatred of since, and Sorrow for it.
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Now Faith will make us Love much, in the Sence of having much Forgiven. Besides, the Inseperable Connection between Faith and Repentance will evidence this.
Now Faith will make us Love much, in the Sense of having much Forgiven. Beside, the Inseparable Connection between Faith and Repentance will evidence this.
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We shall never adore the Love of Christ, as a Redeemer delivering us from the Curse;
We shall never adore the Love of christ, as a Redeemer delivering us from the Curse;
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if we are not burden'd with the Weight of our Sins:
if we Are not burdened with the Weight of our Sins:
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Nor shall we ever give God the Glory of his Justice, without judging and condemning our selves by true Repentance.
Nor shall we ever give God the Glory of his justice, without judging and condemning our selves by true Repentance.
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Yet the more we see, and apprehend of his Grace, and Love in Forgiveness, the more broken and contrite, the more humbled, and ashamed shall we be, of our Sins against him. VI.
Yet the more we see, and apprehend of his Grace, and Love in Forgiveness, the more broken and contrite, the more humbled, and ashamed shall we be, of our Sins against him. VI.
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Lastly, What can you say as to the Love of your Enemies, and forgiving those who have injured and wronged you? There is no better Evidence of God's forgiveness of your Trespasses,
Lastly, What can you say as to the Love of your Enemies, and forgiving those who have injured and wronged you? There is no better Evidence of God's forgiveness of your Trespasses,
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than that he hath given you an Heart to forgive Others, who have trespassed against you:
than that he hath given you an Heart to forgive Others, who have trespassed against you:
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If it be upon a right Principle, because God for Christ's sake hath pardon'd you, and obliged you to forgive Others.
If it be upon a right Principle, Because God for Christ's sake hath pardoned you, and obliged you to forgive Others.
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Lord, Was there ever such a Distance between my Brother and me, as my Sins have made between God and me? Were the Injuries I resented from Others, comparable to the Affronts I have offer'd to God? and hath he freely for Christ's sake forgiven me? What Influence hath such a Thought, to cure and overcome the Ruggedness,Lord, Was there ever such a Distance between my Brother and me, as my Sins have made between God and me? Were the Injuries I resented from Others, comparable to the Affronts I have offered to God? and hath he freely for Christ's sake forgiven me? What Influence hath such a Thought, to cure and overcome the Ruggedness,
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and Roughness of your Temper and Spirit towards Others? If God hath pardon'd thee, go and do likewise as to thy Brother.
and Roughness of your Temper and Spirit towards Others? If God hath pardoned thee, go and do likewise as to thy Brother.
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For if you forgive not Men their Trespasses, your Heavenly Father hath not, and will not forgive you yours, Mat. VI. 14. If you have a Rancorous, Bitter, Malicious, Revengeful Spirit;For if you forgive not Men their Trespasses, your Heavenly Father hath not, and will not forgive you yours, Mathew VI. 14. If you have a Rancorous, Bitter, Malicious, Revengeful Spirit;
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and will not forgive those that have wronged you;
and will not forgive those that have wronged you;
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how can you expect Forgiveness from God? Do you then forgive those that have injured you,
how can you expect Forgiveness from God? Do you then forgive those that have injured you,
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as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you? Heartily, and without Dissembling; Speedily, and without Delay; Frequently and Often, without Limitation;
as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you? Heartily, and without Dissembling; Speedily, and without delay; Frequently and Often, without Limitation;
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Even unto seventy times seven, if our Brother offend; that is, so often as he doth? And this Throughly, and without Reserve; without Exception, or Equivocation;Even unto seventy times seven, if our Brother offend; that is, so often as he does? And this Thoroughly, and without Reserve; without Exception, or Equivocation;
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without Remembring past Offences, so as to bear them a Grudge? This, I grant, is hard and difficult Work;
without Remembering past Offences, so as to bear them a Grudge? This, I grant, is hard and difficult Work;
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but the Spirit of Christ can enable us to do this.
but the Spirit of christ can enable us to do this.
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'Tis the manifest Duty of such as are forgiven, and it is a Sign and Evidence that they are so.
It's the manifest Duty of such as Are forgiven, and it is a Signen and Evidence that they Are so.
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Hath God forgiven me my Scarlet and Crimson Sins? and shall not I put up an Injury, bear a Wrong, endure a Reproach,
Hath God forgiven me my Scarlet and Crimson Sins? and shall not I put up an Injury, bear a Wrong, endure a Reproach,
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or an ill Turn, from my Fellow Creature? Shall I not in Obedience to Christ, forgive him, and pass it by?
or an ill Turn, from my Fellow Creature? Shall I not in obedience to christ, forgive him, and pass it by?
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By these things, if Conscience be faithful, you may be assisted to make a Judgment of your selves,
By these things, if Conscience be faithful, you may be assisted to make a Judgement of your selves,
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whether you are interested in this Forgiveness or no.
whither you Are interested in this Forgiveness or no.
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And if your Sins have been many and great, whether you may, on good Grounds hope,
And if your Sins have been many and great, whither you may, on good Grounds hope,
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and say, that God hath Abundantly Pardon'd.
and say, that God hath Abundantly Pardoned.
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THE Fourth Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 9.
THE Fourth Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 9.
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For My Thoughts are not your Thoughts, neither are your Ways, My Ways, saith the Lord. III. I Proceed to the Third General in this Passage, viz. The annex'd Reason, Verse the 9th.
For My Thoughts Are not your Thoughts, neither Are your Ways, My Ways, Says the Lord. III. I Proceed to the Third General in this Passage, viz. The annexed Reason, Verse the 9th.
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why we ought to be fully satisfy'd and perswaded, that God will thus receive Returning Sinners, and abundantly pardon them;
why we ought to be Fully satisfied and persuaded, that God will thus receive Returning Sinners, and abundantly pardon them;
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because His Thoughts are not as ours, nor his Ways as ours, &c. And here you may Consider,
Because His Thoughts Are not as ours, nor his Ways as ours, etc. And Here you may Consider,
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First, How this is Discover'd and Express'd, by a Double Comparison of God's Thoughts with ours, and his Ways with ours.First, How this is Discovered and Expressed, by a Double Comparison of God's Thoughts with ours, and his Ways with ours.
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Secondly, How 'tis strongly argu'd by a most significant Similitude; As far as the Heavens are above the Earth, &c. Thirdly, The express Assurance of the Truth of all this, from the Divine Testimony that is added, Thus saith the Lord. That no Doubt may be made about it.Secondly, How it's strongly argued by a most significant Similitude; As Far as the Heavens Are above the Earth, etc. Thirdly, The express Assurance of the Truth of all this, from the Divine Testimony that is added, Thus Says the Lord. That no Doubt may be made about it.
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The whole of this, may be compriz'd in these Three Particulars.
The Whole of this, may be Comprised in these Three Particulars.
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First, That the Thoughts of God, especially in the Dispensation of his Grace and Mercy to Returning Sinners, are very different from our Thoughts;First, That the Thoughts of God, especially in the Dispensation of his Grace and Mercy to Returning Sinners, Are very different from our Thoughts;
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and Transcendently above them, as far as the Heavens are above the Earth. Secondly, That the Ways of God are unlike our Ways, and Transcendently above them.
and Transcendently above them, as Far as the Heavens Are above the Earth. Secondly, That the Ways of God Are unlike our Ways, and Transcendently above them.
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Thirdly, That God's Testimony concerning his Thoughts, and Ways of Grace and Mercy to Sinners, ought to be credited and depended upon,Thirdly, That God's Testimony Concerning his Thoughts, and Ways of Grace and Mercy to Sinners, ought to be credited and depended upon,
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and is a sufficient Ground of Faith: Thus saith the Lord being added. 'Tis the first I principally design, that the Thoughts of God are not as ours,
and is a sufficient Ground of Faith: Thus Says the Lord being added. It's the First I principally Design, that the Thoughts of God Are not as ours,
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but very unlike them, and Transcendently above them; as far as the Heavens are above the Earth.
but very unlike them, and Transcendently above them; as Far as the Heavens Are above the Earth.
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This I shall Endeavour to Prove, Confirm, and Apply. And here are two Things will need a little Explication.
This I shall Endeavour to Prove, Confirm, and Apply. And Here Are two Things will need a little Explication.
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First, How the Thoughts of God are Different from ours, not like them.First, How the Thoughts of God Are Different from ours, not like them.
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Secondly, How they are Transcendently above them, as far as the Heavens are above the Earth.Secondly, How they Are Transcendently above them, as Far as the Heavens Are above the Earth.
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The First I shall consider more Generally. The Second with more Particular Relation to God's pardoning Mercy.
The First I shall Consider more Generally. The Second with more Particular Relation to God's pardoning Mercy.
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I. First, They are Different and Unlike. My Thoughts are not as your Thoughts.
I. First, They Are Different and Unlike. My Thoughts Are not as your Thoughts.
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There's an Expression to this purpose in the Book of Proverbs, to set out this Difference in General, Prov. XIX. 21. There are many Devices in the Heart of Man,
There's an Expression to this purpose in the Book of Proverbs, to Set out this Difference in General, Curae XIX. 21. There Are many Devices in the Heart of Man,
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but the Counsel of the Lord shall stand. but the Counsel of the Lord shall stand.
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What is said by the Prophet of God's Thoughts, is affirmed by the Wise Man of God's Purposes;
What is said by the Prophet of God's Thoughts, is affirmed by the Wise Man of God's Purposes;
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that they are not as ours. Ours are vain and uncertain, his are certain, fixt, and stable. He makes a Threefold Difference.
that they Are not as ours. Ours Are vain and uncertain, his Are certain, fixed, and stable. He makes a Threefold Difference.
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First, In the Name, Ours are but Devices; God's are Counsel. First, In the Name, Ours Are but Devices; God's Are Counsel.
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Secondly, He expresses them in a different Number, ours are in the Plural Number, with an Expression of Multiplicity, there are many Devices in the Heart of Man,Secondly, He Expresses them in a different Number, ours Are in the Plural Number, with an Expression of multiplicity, there Are many Devices in the Heart of Man,
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but God's Purposes are One Regular, Ʋniform Council. Thirdly, A different manner of Existing is implyed;
but God's Purposes Are One Regular, Ʋniform Council. Thirdly, A different manner of Existing is employed;
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our Purposes are conceiv'd in the Heart, we can't bring them forth, nor give them a Being out of our own Minds:
our Purposes Are conceived in the Heart, we can't bring them forth, nor give them a Being out of our own Minds:
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We may contrive and plot, design and resolve, but still the Devices are in our own Hearts: 'Tis not in our Power to accomplish and bring them to pass, to make them firm and fast against Opposition.
We may contrive and plot, Design and resolve, but still the Devices Are in our own Hearts: It's not in our Power to accomplish and bring them to pass, to make them firm and fast against Opposition.
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But the Counsel of the Lord, and every part of it, shall stand. So great is the Difference between God's Purposes and ours, God's Thoughts and Ours.
But the Counsel of the Lord, and every part of it, shall stand. So great is the Difference between God's Purposes and ours, God's Thoughts and Ours.
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But that which the Text refers to, is the Dispensation of God's Grace and Mercy to Returning Sinners.
But that which the Text refers to, is the Dispensation of God's Grace and Mercy to Returning Sinners.
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We must not measure God's Thoughts and Purposes by our own. The Holy Scriptures represent them to be beyond our Fathom;
We must not measure God's Thoughts and Purposes by our own. The Holy Scriptures represent them to be beyond our Fathom;
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such as cannot enter into our Hearts to conceive, 2 Cor. XI. 9.
such as cannot enter into our Hearts to conceive, 2 Cor. XI. 9.
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And here I shall show the Difference bebetween God's Thoughts and Ours, as to two remarkable Instances among others. (1.) As to other Mens Sins and Offences against us,
And Here I shall show the Difference bebetween God's Thoughts and Ours, as to two remarkable Instances among Others. (1.) As to other Men's Sins and Offences against us,
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and ours against God. (2.) As to our Afflictions and Sufferings from the Hand of God.
and ours against God. (2.) As to our Afflictions and Sufferings from the Hand of God.
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In both respects, our Thoughts are very Ʋnlike God's, very Different from his.
In both respects, our Thoughts Are very Ʋnlike God's, very Different from his.
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I. First, We must not judge of God's Pardoning Mercy to us, by our Thoughts and Carriage towards Others, who have offended us. For,
I First, We must not judge of God's Pardoning Mercy to us, by our Thoughts and Carriage towards Others, who have offended us. For,
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First, We are easily, suddenly, quickly incens'd and provok'd to Anger.First, We Are Easily, suddenly, quickly incensed and provoked to Anger.
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Upon every little Affront and Injury, Thoughts of Revenge are apt to rise in our Hearts.
Upon every little Affront and Injury, Thoughts of Revenge Are apt to rise in our Hearts.
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We can bear very little with one another. We must have other Thoughts of the Patience, Forbearance, and Long-suffering of God.
We can bear very little with one Another. We must have other Thoughts of the Patience, Forbearance, and Long-suffering of God.
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When the Disciples would have called for Fire from Heaven upon the Samaritans, Luke IX. 54. Our Lord told them, Ye know not what Spirit ye are of.
When the Disciples would have called for Fire from Heaven upon the Samaritans, Lycia IX. 54. Our Lord told them, You know not what Spirit you Are of.
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'Tis not a Divine Spirit, 'tis not the Spirit of God; that appears being so easily, and presently provok'd.
It's not a Divine Spirit, it's not the Spirit of God; that appears being so Easily, and presently provoked.
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Tho' God be offended and affronted by the Wicked every day, and hath always Power to execute his Vengeance;
Though God be offended and affronted by the Wicked every day, and hath always Power to execute his Vengeance;
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yet he bears, with much Long-suffering and Patience, even the Vessels of Wrath fitted for Destruction.
yet he bears, with much Long-suffering and Patience, even the Vessels of Wrath fitted for Destruction.
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His Thoughts are not as ours in this Respect: He hath reveal'd himself to be slow to Anger, and of great Long-suffering and Patience:
His Thoughts Are not as ours in this Respect: He hath revealed himself to be slow to Anger, and of great Long-suffering and Patience:
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Let us not Conclude, that he cannot, will not, bear with us; because we cannot bear with one another.
Let us not Conclude, that he cannot, will not, bear with us; Because we cannot bear with one Another.
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Secondly, When we are injur'd and offended by Others, we are not easily reconcil'd; not ready to forgive, don't seek after Peace.Secondly, When we Are injured and offended by Others, we Are not Easily reconciled; not ready to forgive, don't seek After Peace.
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Whereas the Blessed God, whom we despise, and provoke by multiply'd Crimes, he waits to be Gracious, and invites us to Return; beseecheth us to be reconcil'd:
Whereas the Blessed God, whom we despise, and provoke by multiplied Crimes, he waits to be Gracious, and invites us to Return; Beseecheth us to be reconciled:
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He freely offers to forgive us, and assures us he will abundantly pardon.
He freely offers to forgive us, and assures us he will abundantly pardon.
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'Tis true, the Divine Spirit, so far as it obtains, and is communicated to any, makes them easie to be entreated, forward to forgive, willing to be at peace with those that have injur'd 'em,
It's true, the Divine Spirit, so Far as it obtains, and is communicated to any, makes them easy to be entreated, forward to forgive, willing to be At peace with those that have injured they,
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and not to return Evil, or refuse Terms of Reconciliation.
and not to return Evil, or refuse Terms of Reconciliation.
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But ordinarily it is manifest, that our Temper, and Carriage to other Men, is quite Different.
But ordinarily it is manifest, that our Temper, and Carriage to other Men, is quite Different.
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And we should have very wrong Thoughts of God, if we apprehend him to be as unwilling to forgive us,
And we should have very wrong Thoughts of God, if we apprehend him to be as unwilling to forgive us,
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as we often are to pardon those that have offended us.
as we often Are to pardon those that have offended us.
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Let us think of it with shame, as to those that may have trespass'd against us.
Let us think of it with shame, as to those that may have trespassed against us.
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What though they did begin the Quarrel, and gave us just Occasion of Anger; what though they have been unthankful, and we have obliged them;
What though they did begin the Quarrel, and gave us just Occasion of Anger; what though they have been unthankful, and we have obliged them;
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and deserv'd to be otherwise treated;
and deserved to be otherwise treated;
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Shall we yet retain Anger, let the Sun go down on our Wrath, and discover an implacable Spirit? How Different is this from the Divine Spirit? and how unlike are our Thoughts to God's Thoughts? You are not to think of God in this Particular, according to what you find in your selves.
Shall we yet retain Anger, let the Sun go down on our Wrath, and discover an implacable Spirit? How Different is this from the Divine Spirit? and how unlike Are our Thoughts to God's Thoughts? You Are not to think of God in this Particular, according to what you find in your selves.
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Thirdly, Our Thoughts towards Others, who have injur'd us, are straitned and limited. Possibly we may pardon once or twice, pass by two or three Offences;Thirdly, Our Thoughts towards Others, who have injured us, Are straitened and limited. Possibly we may pardon once or twice, pass by two or three Offences;
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but if the same Person trespass again and again several times, we think he hath no Right to be forgiven,
but if the same Person trespass again and again several times, we think he hath no Right to be forgiven,
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nor are we oblig'd to pardon him; even tho' he should repent.
nor Are we obliged to pardon him; even though he should Repent.
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But our Lord hath told us otherwise, Mat. XVIII. 21. that if we will be like our Heavenly Father, we must not only forgive seven times, but seventy times seven. We have but a little Pity, our Bowels are straitned, we can pardon but a few Offences;
But our Lord hath told us otherwise, Mathew XVIII. 21. that if we will be like our Heavenly Father, we must not only forgive seven times, but seventy times seven. We have but a little Pity, our Bowels Are straitened, we can pardon but a few Offences;
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but God doth abundantly pardon, and show Mercy to a Thousand Generations, and forgive Ten thousand Sins.
but God does abundantly pardon, and show Mercy to a Thousand Generations, and forgive Ten thousand Sins.
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He hath a multitude of Mercies, Psal. V. 7. A multitude of Loving Kindnesses, Isa. LXIII. 7. He is Rich in Mercy, and Abundant in Goodness. He can,
He hath a multitude of mercies, Psalm V. 7. A multitude of Loving Kindnesses, Isaiah LXIII. 7. He is Rich in Mercy, and Abundant in goodness. He can,
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and doth forgive, not only Sins before Repentance, but Backslidings afterward. His Compassions do not fail, his Mercy endureth for ever; therefore we are not consum'd.
and does forgive, not only Sins before Repentance, but Backslidings afterwards. His Compassions do not fail, his Mercy Endureth for ever; Therefore we Are not consumed.
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You must not measure God by your selves, nor his Thoughts by your Thoughts, in this Particular.
You must not measure God by your selves, nor his Thoughts by your Thoughts, in this Particular.
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Fourthly, If we forgive those that Injure us, we are backward to do them Good, to treat them with Kindness, and shew them Favour.Fourthly, If we forgive those that Injure us, we Are backward to do them Good, to Treat them with Kindness, and show them Favour.
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It may be, we won't revenge our selves; we'll do them no Harm: But we avoid them, are shy toward them, we will not be kind to them:
It may be, we won't revenge our selves; we'll doe them no Harm: But we avoid them, Are shy towards them, we will not be kind to them:
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But God's Thoughts are not as ours in this Respect.
But God's Thoughts Are not as ours in this Respect.
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He follows us Rebels, with continued Tokens of his Favour, loads us with his Benefits every day of our Lives;
He follows us Rebels, with continued Tokens of his Favour, loads us with his Benefits every day of our Lives;
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tho' we load him with our Sins. He heaps Coals of Fire upon our Heads; takes care of us, supports, supplies, provides for us;
though we load him with our Sins. He heaps Coals of Fire upon our Heads; Takes care of us, supports, supplies, provides for us;
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and is constantly kind to us, even while we affront him. And after he has forgiven us, he takes us to be his Friends, and Favourites, and Children:
and is constantly kind to us, even while we affront him. And After he has forgiven us, he Takes us to be his Friends, and Favourites, and Children:
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All the Mercies of thy past Life, all thy present Enjoyments are from him, against whom thou hast sinned.
All the mercies of thy past Life, all thy present Enjoyments Are from him, against whom thou hast sinned.
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Thou hast depended on his Providence ever since thou hadst a Being, for daily Breath, and daily Bread.
Thou hast depended on his Providence ever since thou Hadst a Being, for daily Breath, and daily Bred.
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He saves thee from a thousand Deaths and Dangers;
He saves thee from a thousand Death's and Dangers;
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thy Estate, thy Health, thy Credit, thy Liberty, thy Usefulness, thy Comfort in Relations, and whatever good thou hast, he gave thee:
thy Estate, thy Health, thy Credit, thy Liberty, thy Usefulness, thy Comfort in Relations, and whatever good thou hast, he gave thee:
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And he hath offer'd to give thee his Son, his Spirit, his Grace, his Glory, Himself to be thy All-sufficient Portion, and God in Covenant:
And he hath offered to give thee his Son, his Spirit, his Grace, his Glory, Himself to be thy All-sufficient Portion, and God in Covenant:
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And all this, while thou hast been in Rebellion against him; a Wretched Criminal against the Lord of thy Life, and the God of thy Mercies.
And all this, while thou hast been in Rebellion against him; a Wretched Criminal against the Lord of thy Life, and the God of thy mercies.
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O how unlike are God's Thoughts to ours in this Respect! Considering what our Thoughts are, to those who have injur'd and offended us.
O how unlike Are God's Thoughts to ours in this Respect! Considering what our Thoughts Are, to those who have injured and offended us.
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II. Secondly, Consider your selves under Affliction and Suffering from the Hand of God; and how different God's Thoughts and yours are in that Respect also.
II Secondly, Consider your selves under Affliction and Suffering from the Hand of God; and how different God's Thoughts and yours Are in that Respect also.
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First, We presently conclude, that 'tis all from Anger and Wrath, whereas God says, Whom he loves he chastens; First, We presently conclude, that it's all from Anger and Wrath, whereas God Says, Whom he loves he chastens;
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and that 'tis for our good, and that we are dealt with as Sons, and not as Bastards, Heb. XII. 5, 6. Psal. CXIX. 75. Secondly, We are pettish and froward, peevish and perverse under the Rod of Affliction, while God's Thoughts are Thoughts of Peace toward us.
and that it's for our good, and that we Are dealt with as Sons, and not as Bastards, Hebrew XII. 5, 6. Psalm CXIX. 75. Secondly, We Are pettish and froward, peevish and perverse under the Rod of Affliction, while God's Thoughts Are Thoughts of Peace towards us.
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When For the Iniquity of his Covetousness I was wroth, (because he had no Heart to do good with what I lent him, saith God concerning Ephraim ) and I sote him, he went on frowardly in the way of his own Heart:
When For the Iniquity of his Covetousness I was wroth, (Because he had no Heart to do good with what I lent him, Says God Concerning Ephraim) and I sote him, he went on frowardly in the Way of his own Heart:
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Nevertheless I have seen his ways, I will heal him, I will lead him, and restore Comfort to him, Isa. LVII. 17, 18.Nevertheless I have seen his ways, I will heal him, I will led him, and restore Comfort to him, Isaiah LVII. 17, 18.
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Thirdly, We often under Affliction take every hiding of God's Face, for an utter Rejection of us,Thirdly, We often under Affliction take every hiding of God's Face, for an utter Rejection of us,
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whereas God hath no such Thoughts.
whereas God hath not such Thoughts.
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He hath us still in his Eye, and bears us on his Heart, hath our Names graven on the Palmes of his Hand, loves us still, tho' he rebuke us;
He hath us still in his Eye, and bears us on his Heart, hath our Names graved on the Palms of his Hand, loves us still, though he rebuke us;
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and will convince us of it by seasonable Comforts and Deliverance, Jer. XXXI. 18, 19, 20. Is Ephraim my dear Son? I have heard him bemoaning himself, (saith God) thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised,
and will convince us of it by seasonable Comforts and Deliverance, Jer. XXXI. 18, 19, 20. Is Ephraim my dear Son? I have herd him bemoaning himself, (Says God) thou hast chastised me, and I was chastised,
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as a Bullock unaccustomed to the Yoke; turn thou me, and I shall be turned; for thou art the Lord my God. as a Bullock unaccustomed to the Yoke; turn thou me, and I shall be turned; for thou art the Lord my God.
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Is he my dear Son, or rather is he not so? is he a pleasant Child, is he not so still to me? For since I spake against him, I do remember him still;
Is he my dear Son, or rather is he not so? is he a pleasant Child, is he not so still to me? For since I spoke against him, I do Remember him still;
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therefore my Bowels are turned for him, I will surely have Mercy upon him, saith the Lord. Therefore my Bowels Are turned for him, I will surely have Mercy upon him, Says the Lord.
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Fourthly, God's Thoughts are not as ours in respect of Affliciton, as t othe Continuance of the Rod.Fourthly, God's Thoughts Are not as ours in respect of Affliciton, as tO other Continuance of the Rod.
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We are often ready to sink, and be dispirited and overwhelm'd in a Time of Darkness,
We Are often ready to sink, and be dispirited and overwhelmed in a Time of Darkness,
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as if it would never be Light:
as if it would never be Light:
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We are ready to give up all for lost, and conclude that God is gone for ever,
We Are ready to give up all for lost, and conclude that God is gone for ever,
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and will be Merciful no more:
and will be Merciful no more:
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Saying, Our Bones are dryed up, our Hope is lost, we are cut off for our parts, Ezek. XXXVII. 11. Whereas God's thoughts are otherwise, he'll make those dry Bones live,
Saying, Our Bones Are dried up, our Hope is lost, we Are Cut off for our parts, Ezekiel XXXVII. 11. Whereas God's thoughts Are otherwise, he'll make those dry Bones live,
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and fetch them out of the Grave of Affliction.
and fetch them out of the Grave of Affliction.
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His Thoughts are Thoughts of Peace, to give us a Desired End, Jer. XXIX. 11. How many have thought and said in their Despair, that God's Mercy was gone for ever;His Thoughts Are Thoughts of Peace, to give us a Desired End, Jer. XXIX. 11. How many have Thought and said in their Despair, that God's Mercy was gone for ever;
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concerning whom he hath manifested, that his Thoughts are not as theirs.
Concerning whom he hath manifested, that his Thoughts Are not as theirs.
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Fifthly, God's Thoughts are not as ours, as to the End and Design, which he aims at in our Affliction.Fifthly, God's Thoughts Are not as ours, as to the End and Design, which he aims At in our Affliction.
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We think he intends not to refine, but ruine; not to purifie, but destroy. Whereas in Faithfulness he afflicts, where he knows we need it;
We think he intends not to refine, but ruin; not to purify, but destroy. Whereas in Faithfulness he afflicts, where he knows we need it;
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to purge away our Dross, and take away our Tin; and to produce the Peaceable Fruits of Righteousness:
to purge away our Dross, and take away our Tin; and to produce the Peaceable Fruits of Righteousness:
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By this shall the Iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this shall be the fruit of all, to take away sin, Isa. XXVII. 9. Do but wait a little,By this shall the Iniquity of Jacob be purged, and this shall be the fruit of all, to take away since, Isaiah XXVII. 9. Do but wait a little,
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and you'l see, how you have been mistaken in your Apprehensions of God; and how his Thoughts have been unlike to yours.
and You'll see, how you have been mistaken in your Apprehensions of God; and how his Thoughts have been unlike to yours.
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II. Let us consider in the Second Place, that God's Thoughts are not only different from ours,
II Let us Consider in the Second Place, that God's Thoughts Are not only different from ours,
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but Transcendently above them; as far, and as high as the Heavens are above the Earth.
but Transcendently above them; as Far, and as high as the Heavens Are above the Earth.
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First, as to the Kind and Nature of them.First, as to the Kind and Nature of them.
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First, His THoughts of Grace and Kindness are of an unsearchable Depth. O the Depth of the Riches of the Wisdom and the Knowledge of God! whose Ways (of Mercy as well as Judgment) are unsearchable, and past our finding out, Rom. XI. 33. There is a Depth in them, beyond the Line of Men and Angels to measure, Psal. XCII. 5. O Lord, how great are thy Works! First, His THoughts of Grace and Kindness Are of an unsearchable Depth. O the Depth of the Riches of the Wisdom and the Knowledge of God! whose Ways (of Mercy as well as Judgement) Are unsearchable, and passed our finding out, Rom. XI. 33. There is a Depth in them, beyond the Line of Men and Angels to measure, Psalm XCII. 5. Oh Lord, how great Are thy Works!
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and thy Thoughts are very deep. and thy Thoughts Are very deep.
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In the Revelation of God's Grace and Mercy to Sinners by the Gospel, we read of the deep thigns of God, such as Eye hath not seen,
In the Revelation of God's Grace and Mercy to Sinners by the Gospel, we read of the deep thigns of God, such as Eye hath not seen,
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nor Ear heard, neither hath it entred int othe Heart of Man to conceive; 1 Cor. XI. 1 -.
nor Ear herd, neither hath it entered int other Heart of Man to conceive; 1 Cor. XI. 1 -.
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Such Depths that amaze the very Angels to look into, 1 Pet. I. 12.
Such Depths that amaze the very Angels to look into, 1 Pet. I. 12.
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Secondly, God's Thoughts of Love and Mercy are Absolute, Soveraign, and Independent. 'Tis all after the Counsel of his own Will,Secondly, God's Thoughts of Love and Mercy Are Absolute, Sovereign, and Independent. It's all After the Counsel of his own Will,
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and from the meer Good Pleasure of his Will. This is the Source and Spring of all his Mercy and Forgiveness.
and from the mere Good Pleasure of his Will. This is the Source and Spring of all his Mercy and Forgiveness.
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Thirdly, God's Thoughts of Mercy are Faithful and Effectual. ALl the Declarations of his Mercy shall be made good;Thirdly, God's Thoughts of Mercy Are Faithful and Effectual. ALl the Declarations of his Mercy shall be made good;
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All the Promives of Grace shall be fulfilled; All the Thoughts of his Love shall have their Effects.
All the Promives of Grace shall be fulfilled; All the Thoughts of his Love shall have their Effects.
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O Lord, I will exalt thee, for thy Counsels of Old are Faithfulness and Truth, Isa. XXV. 1. All his Ways are Mercy and Truth, he keepeth Covenant and Mercy for ever, Psal. LXXXIX. 28, 29. Tho' he visit their Iniquities with the Rod,Oh Lord, I will exalt thee, for thy Counsels of Old Are Faithfulness and Truth, Isaiah XXV. 1. All his Ways Are Mercy and Truth, he Keepeth Covenant and Mercy for ever, Psalm LXXXIX. 28, 29. Though he visit their Iniquities with the Rod,
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yet his Loving Kindness will he not take from them, nor suffer his Faithfulness to fail. Therfore,
yet his Loving Kindness will he not take from them, nor suffer his Faithfulness to fail. Therefore,
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Fourthly, It may be added, that God's Thoughts are Ʋnchangeable, but ours are Variable: The Strength of Israel will not lye or repent.Fourthly, It may be added, that God's Thoughts Are Ʋnchangeable, but ours Are Variable: The Strength of Israel will not lie or Repent.
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He is not a Man, that he should lye, nor the Son of Man, that he should repent, 1 Sam. XV. 29. The Medicator of the New Covenant lives for ever, to make Intercession for Sinners.He is not a Man, that he should lie, nor the Son of Man, that he should Repent, 1 Sam. XV. 29. The Medicator of the New Covenant lives for ever, to make Intercession for Sinners.
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Fifthly, His Thoughts of Mercy are infinitely Pure, and infinitely Righteous. We shall never fully understand the infinite Righteousness of God's Thoughts and Ways, 'till the Revelation of the Righteous Judgment of God.Fifthly, His Thoughts of Mercy Are infinitely Pure, and infinitely Righteous. We shall never Fully understand the infinite Righteousness of God's Thoughts and Ways, till the Revelation of the Righteous Judgement of God.
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He is Righteous in all his Counsels, and in all his Works; all his Ways are equal.
He is Righteous in all his Counsels, and in all his Works; all his Ways Are equal.
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Righteous art thou, O Lord, when I plead with thee. Righteous art thou, Oh Lord, when I plead with thee.
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The Psalmist tells us, that God will carry on his Thoughts of Mercy, and perfect his Grace,
The Psalmist tells us, that God will carry on his Thoughts of Mercy, and perfect his Grace,
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and make it thrive and grow: To show that he is upright, and there's no Ʋnrighteousness in him, Psal. XCII. last.
and make it thrive and grow: To show that he is upright, and there's no Ʋnrighteousness in him, Psalm XCII. last.
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Secondly, God's Thoughts of Grace and Mercy are transcendently above ours, in the Way and Manner of his dispensing his Grace and Mercy. Secondly, God's Thoughts of Grace and Mercy Are transcendently above ours, in the Way and Manner of his dispensing his Grace and Mercy.
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The Dispensation of his Love and Grace to Sinners, is that which passeth Knowledge, as to the Manner of it:
The Dispensation of his Love and Grace to Sinners, is that which passes Knowledge, as to the Manner of it:
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And when this Love is shed abroad in the Heart, there is a Peace resulting from it, which is better felt than exprest.
And when this Love is shed abroad in the Heart, there is a Peace resulting from it, which is better felt than expressed.
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Something may be conceived and spoken, but there's a great deal, which is above the reach of Words,
Something may be conceived and spoken, but there's a great deal, which is above the reach of Words,
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for we have no Line to measure it by, no Scale in all the World to weigh it in:
for we have no Line to measure it by, no Scale in all the World to weigh it in:
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We have nothing to compare it unto, but falls unspeakably short.
We have nothing to compare it unto, but falls unspeakably short.
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No Kindness, no Love, no Charity or Affection of one Creature to another, by which we can set it forth.
No Kindness, no Love, no Charity or Affection of one Creature to Another, by which we can Set it forth.
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The nearest and dearest among Men, is as much below this, as Earth is below Heaven.
The nearest and dearest among Men, is as much below this, as Earth is below Heaven.
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The Riches of his Grace in Christ to Sinners, 'tis call'd the unsearchable Riches of Christ.
The Riches of his Grace in christ to Sinners, it's called the unsearchable Riches of christ.
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HOw admirable are the Dimensions of Divine Grace and Love, mention'd by the Apostle, Eph. III. 19. where he speaks of the Length, Breadeth, Heigth and Depth of the Love of God in Christ, which passeth Knowledge.
HOw admirable Are the Dimensions of Divine Grace and Love, mentioned by the Apostle, Ephesians III. 19. where he speaks of the Length, Breedeth, Heighth and Depth of the Love of God in christ, which passes Knowledge.
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First, It's Breadth, reaching unto Jew and Gentile, Circumcision and Uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, Bond and Free, Poor and Rich. The Vilest and Chiefest of Sinners are not exempted:First, It's Breadth, reaching unto Jew and Gentile, Circumcision and Uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, Bound and Free, Poor and Rich. The Vilest and Chiefest of Sinners Are not exempted:
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Mercy is extended to all sorts of Persons and Cases. 'Tis Grace and Love, wider than all our Necessities and Miseries, Sins and Wants.
Mercy is extended to all sorts of Persons and Cases. It's Grace and Love, wider than all our Necessities and Misery's, Sins and Wants.
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Secondly, The Length of it, from Everlasting to Everlasting; reaching to Sinners that were at the greatest Distance;Secondly, The Length of it, from Everlasting to Everlasting; reaching to Sinners that were At the greatest Distance;
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bringing those nigh that are afar off, and calling those home who are wandering and gone off;
bringing those High that Are afar off, and calling those home who Are wandering and gone off;
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so as one might have thought, they should never return. Thirdly, The Depth of that Love and Grace is unsearchable.
so as one might have Thought, they should never return. Thirdly, The Depth of that Love and Grace is unsearchable.
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Unless we understood the Depth of that Misery and Ruine, into which we were sunk by our Rebellion against God,
Unless we understood the Depth of that Misery and Ruin, into which we were sunk by our Rebellion against God,
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and are deliver'd from, by his pardoning Mercy; unless we understood the Horror of that Hell of Wrath, which our Sins deserve;
and Are Delivered from, by his pardoning Mercy; unless we understood the Horror of that Hell of Wrath, which our Sins deserve;
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and the Extremity of those Agonies and Torments, which our Blessed Redeemer underwent, for our Deliverance;
and the Extremity of those Agonies and Torments, which our Blessed Redeemer underwent, for our Deliverance;
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unless we knew the Power of God's Wrath, and the Intollerable, Endless Misery of lost Souls, we cannot fully understand the Depth of this Love.
unless we knew the Power of God's Wrath, and the Intolerable, Endless Misery of lost Souls, we cannot Fully understand the Depth of this Love.
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Fourthly, The Height of it is also unsearchable. 'Tis as high as Heaven, to which it will bring us:Fourthly, The Height of it is also unsearchable. It's as high as Heaven, to which it will bring us:
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And beyond our reach to understand, unless we knew the infinite Blessedness of the Heavenly Glory, which it cannot now enter into our Hearts to conceive;
And beyond our reach to understand, unless we knew the infinite Blessedness of the Heavenly Glory, which it cannot now enter into our Hearts to conceive;
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as well as the Infinite Misery of Condemned Sinners in the Bottomless Pit. We can no more tell the Height,
as well as the Infinite Misery of Condemned Sinners in the Bottomless Pit. We can no more tell the Height,
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than the Depth, of this Grace of God in thus pardoning Sinners.
than the Depth, of this Grace of God in thus pardoning Sinners.
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But to help you a little to some more distinct Considerations of this, let me name a few Things.
But to help you a little to Some more distinct Considerations of this, let me name a few Things.
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First, That none doth or can so freely pardon and forgive, as God doth.First, That none does or can so freely pardon and forgive, as God does.
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Secondly, None so continually. Thirdly, So fully. FOurthly, So indifferently, and without respect of Persons. Fifthly, None so tenderly and affectionately, and with such Bowels of Compassion,Secondly, None so continually. Thirdly, So Fully. FOurthly, So indifferently, and without respect of Persons. Fifthly, None so tenderly and affectionately, and with such Bowels of Compassion,
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and Tender Kindness, as God doth.
and Tender Kindness, as God does.
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First, None so freely: If we are brought to forgive those that have wrong'd us, 'tis commonly on the Entreaty and Intercession of some Friends, who have Interest in us, and Power over us;
First, None so freely: If we Are brought to forgive those that have wronged us, it's commonly on the Entreaty and Intercession of Some Friends, who have Interest in us, and Power over us;
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and this after great Submissions of the Offender.
and this After great Submissions of the Offender.
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So that 'tis rather from some External Motives and Inducements, than from our own Kind and Generous Inclinations:
So that it's rather from Some External Motives and Inducements, than from our own Kind and Generous Inclinations:
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But 'tis otherwise when we are pardon'd by God, Isa. XLIII. 23. I am he that blotteth out thy Transgressions,
But it's otherwise when we Are pardoned by God, Isaiah XLIII. 23. I am he that blots out thy Transgressions,
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for my own sake, I'le not remember thy Sins any more, Hos. XIV. 4. I will heal their Backslidings, and love them freely. Nothing of our Prayers and Tears, Submissions and Humiliations, nothing we can do or suffer, can make the least Compensation to the Justice of God,for my own sake, I'll not Remember thy Sins any more, Hos. XIV. 4. I will heal their Backslidings, and love them freely. Nothing of our Prayers and Tears, Submissions and Humiliations, nothing we can do or suffer, can make the least Compensation to the justice of God,
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for the Contempt and Dishonour we have cast on him by Sin. There's nothing but the Free-Grace of God in Christ, to be ey'd, to be pleaded, to be trusted to, and depended upon.
for the Contempt and Dishonour we have cast on him by Sin. There's nothing but the Free-Grace of God in christ, to be eyed, to be pleaded, to be trusted to, and depended upon.
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In this Case, there is no Difference between such as are forgiven, and such as are left under Damning Guilt,
In this Case, there is no Difference between such as Are forgiven, and such as Are left under Damning Gilded,
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but what is made by the Free-Grace of God.
but what is made by the Free-Grace of God.
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Secondly, None so continually. He encourages and commands us to beg daily Forgiveness, as well as daily Bread:
Secondly, None so continually. He encourages and commands us to beg daily Forgiveness, as well as daily Bred:
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He renews his pardoning Mercy every Day, and every Hour.
He renews his pardoning Mercy every Day, and every Hour.
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We soon come to the End of our Pity, and are quickly tyr'd in forgiving Injuries against our selves.
We soon come to the End of our Pity, and Are quickly tired in forgiving Injuries against our selves.
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But while we live, we shall stand in need of Forgiveness from God.
But while we live, we shall stand in need of Forgiveness from God.
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And this is our Comfort, that if we sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, who maketh continual Intercession for us;
And this is our Comfort, that if we sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, who makes continual Intercession for us;
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and so we hope for continual, daily, renewed Pardon. Thirdly, None doth or can pardon so compleatly and fully. He blotteth out our Transgressions,
and so we hope for continual, daily, renewed Pardon. Thirdly, None does or can pardon so completely and Fully. He blots out our Transgressions,
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so as to remember them no more;
so as to Remember them no more;
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he casts them behind his Back, throws them into the Depths of the Sea. Many other Blessings he bestows,
he Cast them behind his Back, throws them into the Depths of the Sea. Many other Blessings he bestows,
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and lends us for a time, and then calls for them again;
and lends us for a time, and then calls for them again;
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but this Forgiveness of Sin, is one of those Mercies that are Irrevocable, and without Repentance.
but this Forgiveness of since, is one of those mercies that Are Irrevocable, and without Repentance.
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We may be without the Knowledge of an Interest in his pardoning Mercy, we may lose the Sense of it,
We may be without the Knowledge of an Interest in his pardoning Mercy, we may loose the Sense of it,
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and forfeit the Comfort of it;
and forfeit the Comfort of it;
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but if we are reconciled to God, united to Christ, and brought under the Bond of the Everlasting Covenant;
but if we Are reconciled to God, united to christ, and brought under the Bound of the Everlasting Covenant;
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tho' he may chasten us as a Father, and visit our Iniquities with Stripes, he will not disinherit us,
though he may chasten us as a Father, and visit our Iniquities with Stripes, he will not disinherit us,
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or cast us out of his Family:
or cast us out of his Family:
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His Covenant Favour and Kindness shall never depart, his Covenant of Peace shall never be removed, Isa. LIV. 9. This is as the Waters of Noah, which shall never return to overflow the Earth.
His Covenant Favour and Kindness shall never depart, his Covenant of Peace shall never be removed, Isaiah LIV. 9. This is as the Waters of Noah, which shall never return to overflow the Earth.
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Fatherly Love may be angry, but will not turn to Hatred. Fourthly, None doth or can pardon so Indifferently, without respect of Persons.
Fatherly Love may be angry, but will not turn to Hatred. Fourthly, None does or can pardon so Indifferently, without respect of Persons.
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Not only lesser Sinners who repent, but the Vilest; not only of such a Nation, but of any Nation;
Not only lesser Sinners who Repent, but the Vilest; not only of such a nation, but of any nation;
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not only such as have sinned thus long, unto such a Degree; but if beyond all ordinary Bounds and Measures.
not only such as have sinned thus long, unto such a Degree; but if beyond all ordinary Bounds and Measures.
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Let the Wickedness, and Unrighteousness, Vileness, and Filthiness, and Aggravations of Sin be what they will,
Let the Wickedness, and Unrighteousness, Vileness, and Filthiness, and Aggravations of since be what they will,
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If you return to God by Christ, he will abundantly pardon.
If you return to God by christ, he will abundantly pardon.
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This should magnifie the Riches of his Grace to some of you, who are interested in this Forgiveness.
This should magnify the Riches of his Grace to Some of you, who Are interested in this Forgiveness.
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Lord, How is it that my Sins are pardon'd, when others (not greater Sinners than I) have dyed in their Sins, and are undone for ever!Lord, How is it that my Sins Are pardoned, when Others (not greater Sinners than I) have died in their Sins, and Are undone for ever!
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How is it that I am pardon'd, and others that have not been so Vile, shall never be forgiven!
How is it that I am pardoned, and Others that have not been so Vile, shall never be forgiven!
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How is it that I have been forgiven, and Others that were my Companions in Sin, were left to Impenitence and Hardness of Heart!
How is it that I have been forgiven, and Others that were my Sodales in since, were left to Impenitence and Hardness of Heart!
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That many of better Parts, of more Wit, of more Learning, of larger Capacities, and bettter accomplishd'd for Usefulness and Service, are left to go on in Sin, to their own Destruction;
That many of better Parts, of more Wit, of more Learning, of larger Capacities, and better accomplishded for Usefulness and Service, Are left to go on in since, to their own Destruction;
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and thy Grace has open'd my Eyes, and soften'd my Heart, and made me sensible of Sin,
and thy Grace has opened my Eyes, and softened my Heart, and made me sensible of since,
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and so to value a Redeemer, to seek him, receive him, accept him, &c. Fifthly, None with such Tenderness and Compassion.
and so to valve a Redeemer, to seek him, receive him, accept him, etc. Fifthly, None with such Tenderness and Compassion.
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All the Bowels of Parents are Stone and Adamant, in comparison with his. We read of his Delighting in Mercy, and of his Tender Mercies, and Loving Kindnesses;
All the Bowels of Parents Are Stone and Adamant, in comparison with his. We read of his Delighting in Mercy, and of his Tender mercies, and Loving Kindnesses;
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of his Rejoycing over us to do us good, with his whole Heart, and whole Soul, Jer. XXXII. 41. Goodness and Love is his very Nature,
of his Rejoicing over us to do us good, with his Whole Heart, and Whole Soul, Jer. XXXII. 41. goodness and Love is his very Nature,
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for God is Love. He pities us more, than any, the most Tender Parent, ever did a Miserable Child.
for God is Love. He pities us more, than any, the most Tender Parent, ever did a Miserable Child.
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Who is a God like unto thee, that pardoneth Iniquity, Transgression and Sin; Who is a God like unto thee, that Pardoneth Iniquity, Transgression and since;
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and passeth by the Transgression of his Remnant, because he delighteth in Mercy? Micah VII. 19. All the Application I shall make of this shall be, to endeavour to bring it home to the Case of particular Persons, in Answer to some Objections. For Instance,and passes by the Transgression of his Remnant, Because he delights in Mercy? micah VII. 19. All the Application I shall make of this shall be, to endeavour to bring it home to the Case of particular Persons, in Answer to Some Objections. For Instance,
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Object. 1. Some may be ready to say notwithstanding all this, I have such a sight of my own past Crimes,Object. 1. some may be ready to say notwithstanding all this, I have such a sighed of my own past Crimes,
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and their Aggravations, that none can judge of my Case as I can, or know the worst of it as I do.
and their Aggravations, that none can judge of my Case as I can, or know the worst of it as I do.
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I knew the Will of God, and yet disobey'd him:
I knew the Will of God, and yet disobeyed him:
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I have sinn'd, when I knew God did forbid it, and threaten'd with Eternal Death what I was doing:
I have sinned, when I knew God did forbid it, and threatened with Eternal Death what I was doing:
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I have hearkned to Temptation, tho' I had vow'd, and promis'd, and resolv'd, and engag'd against that very Sin I was tempted to.
I have hearkened to Temptation, though I had vowed, and promised, and resolved, and engaged against that very since I was tempted to.
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And which was worse, I had some Thoughts of God's seeing me, some Apprehensions that he would judge me for it;
And which was Worse, I had Some Thoughts of God's seeing me, Some Apprehensions that he would judge me for it;
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and yet I went on and sinned: Surely God will never forgive me.
and yet I went on and sinned: Surely God will never forgive me.
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If any of my Fellow Creatures had wilfully, deliberately, ungratefully, frequently, and perfidiously, despised and affronted, injured and offended me;
If any of my Fellow Creatures had wilfully, deliberately, ungratefully, frequently, and perfidiously, despised and affronted, injured and offended me;
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I that am but a Worm, could have no Patience with such a One:
I that am but a Worm, could have no Patience with such a One:
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Much more may the Blessed God resent, remember, and punish such Vile Iniquities as I have been guilty of.
Much more may the Blessed God resent, Remember, and Punish such Vile Iniquities as I have been guilty of.
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Answ. Consider in Answer to this, how high the Heavens are above the Earth, and (which is more) the difference between the Creature and the Creator:Answer Consider in Answer to this, how high the Heavens Are above the Earth, and (which is more) the difference between the Creature and the Creator:
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That his Thoughts are not as ours; not like our misgiving, despairing Thoughts.
That his Thoughts Are not as ours; not like our misgiving, despairing Thoughts.
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He doth and will pardon like himself, like a God: Not after the Measures of a finite, passionate, weak Man. All that you have said,
He does and will pardon like himself, like a God: Not After the Measures of a finite, passionate, weak Man. All that you have said,
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or can say, shall be no Impediment, if you return to God, and seek him in Christ for Forgiveness.
or can say, shall be no Impediment, if you return to God, and seek him in christ for Forgiveness.
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He will Abundantly pardon, beyond what you are able to think, or suppose in the like Case.
He will Abundantly pardon, beyond what you Are able to think, or suppose in the like Case.
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God complains of Israel, as prone and enclin'd to backslide, yet he cannot find in his Heart to destroy 'em,
God complains of Israel, as prove and inclined to backslide, yet he cannot find in his Heart to destroy they,
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but expresses a kind of Conflict between Justice and Mercy;
but Expresses a kind of Conflict between justice and Mercy;
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and at last resolves, I am God, and not Man, therfore I will not execute the Fierceness of mine Anger, but I will cause 'em to walk after the Lord, Hosea XI. 7, 10. He doth all things like himself, (as one Observes).
and At last resolves, I am God, and not Man, Therefore I will not execute the Fierceness of mine Anger, but I will cause they to walk After the Lord, Hosea XI. 7, 10. He does all things like himself, (as one Observes).
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If he build, he makes a World:
If he built, he makes a World:
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If he be angry with the World, he sends a Flood over the Face of all the Earth.
If he be angry with the World, he sends a Flood over the Face of all the Earth.
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If he goes out with the Armies of his People, he makes the Sun stand still, the Stars to fight, the Seas to swallow up the most dreadful Armadoes.
If he Goes out with the Armies of his People, he makes the Sun stand still, the Stars to fight, the Seas to swallow up the most dreadful Armadas.
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If he love, the precious Hearts Blood of his Beloved Son is not too dear:
If he love, the precious Hearts Blood of his beloved Son is not too dear:
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If any become his Friend and Favourite thro' the Mediation of Christ, he will make him a King, give him a Paradise,
If any become his Friend and Favourite through the Mediation of christ, he will make him a King, give him a Paradise,
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and set a Crown of Eternal Glory on his Head. Let us not consider so much what is fit or likely for us to receive,
and Set a Crown of Eternal Glory on his Head. Let us not Consider so much what is fit or likely for us to receive,
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as for so Great a God to give and bestow.
as for so Great a God to give and bestow.
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If we are contrite, humble, penitent, and fly to Jesus Christ as our Refuge of Hope:
If we Are contrite, humble, penitent, and fly to jesus christ as our Refuge of Hope:
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He will think all the meritorious Sufferings of his Son, all the Promises in his Book, all the Comforts of his Holy Spirit, all the Pleasures and Blessedness of his Kingdom, little enough for us.
He will think all the meritorious Sufferings of his Son, all the Promises in his Book, all the Comforts of his Holy Spirit, all the Pleasures and Blessedness of his Kingdom, little enough for us.
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Object. 2. But some will say further, I did once hope, that God had given me true Repentance, and unfeigned Faith;Object. 2. But Some will say further, I did once hope, that God had given me true Repentance, and unfeigned Faith;
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and that I was hearty and sincere in my Covenant with God: I had some good Hopes, that I was reconcil'd, and that I was accepted:
and that I was hearty and sincere in my Covenant with God: I had Some good Hope's, that I was reconciled, and that I was accepted:
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And I seal'd my Covenant, and set my Name to it, and renew'd it also at the Lord's Table.
And I sealed my Covenant, and Set my Name to it, and renewed it also At the Lord's Table.
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And I thank God, I had some Quickning and Comfort, as I thought, but Wretch as I am, I have revolted since.
And I thank God, I had Some Quickening and Comfort, as I Thought, but Wretch as I am, I have revolted since.
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I have burst those Bonds asunder, I have gone back with such abominable Backslidings, that I can't think God will ever pardon me;
I have burst those Bonds asunder, I have gone back with such abominable Backslidings, that I can't think God will ever pardon me;
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who after I have known the Way of Righteousness, have turn'd from the Holy Commandment.
who After I have known the Way of Righteousness, have turned from the Holy Commandment.
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After having been wash'd, I have return'd with the Dog to his Vomit, and the Swine to her wallowing in the Mire.
After having been washed, I have returned with the Dog to his Vomit, and the Swine to her wallowing in the Mire.
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I fear I am among those who draw back to Perdition, of whom God may say, that his Soul shall have no Pleasure in them.
I Fear I am among those who draw back to Perdition, of whom God may say, that his Soul shall have no Pleasure in them.
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Answ. Consider that God's Thoughts are not as yours, as to Returning Backsliders. He calls you to return;Answer Consider that God's Thoughts Are not as yours, as to Returning Backsliders. He calls you to return;
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O Israel, thou hast fallen by thine Iniquity, return unto the Lord thy God. He tells you, his Grace and Mercy can outdo all that you can think.O Israel, thou hast fallen by thine Iniquity, return unto the Lord thy God. He tells you, his Grace and Mercy can outdo all that you can think.
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If you never heard of any, that have sinn'd as you have, or with such aggravated Backslidings; he may yet forgive thee.
If you never herd of any, that have sinned as you have, or with such aggravated Backslidings; he may yet forgive thee.
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Though your Sins be as Scarlet, they shall be white as Snow, tho' red like Crimson, they shall be as Wool, Isa. I. 18. If he give you Grace to repent and return, he will forgive.Though your Sins be as Scarlet, they shall be white as Snow, though read like Crimson, they shall be as Wool, Isaiah I. 18. If he give you Grace to Repent and return, he will forgive.
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Sins after Baptism, Sins after unworthy receiving the Lord's Supper, may be pardon'd.
Sins After Baptism, Sins After unworthy receiving the Lord's Supper, may be pardoned.
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There is a Fountain open'd, there is a Ransom found, there is a Propitiation made, there's an Advocate with the Father.
There is a Fountain opened, there is a Ransom found, there is a Propitiation made, there's an Advocate with the Father.
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You must forgive an offending Brother if he repent, even unto seventy times seven.
You must forgive an offending Brother if he Repent, even unto seventy times seven.
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And will not God forgive Returning Backsliders, and multiply Forgivenesses? This Text is the most proper Scripture that can be, for such to consider;
And will not God forgive Returning Backsliders, and multiply Forgivenesses? This Text is the most proper Scripture that can be, for such to Consider;
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that they may not think, that no Mercy shall be extended to them.
that they may not think, that no Mercy shall be extended to them.
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They are invited to return, with a Promise that God will heal their Backslidings, Hos. XIV. 3, 4. Jer. III. beginning.; and afterward, Verse the 21st. Go and proclaim these Words, saying, return ye backsliding Israel, (saith the Lord) and I will not cause my Anger to fall upon you;
They Are invited to return, with a Promise that God will heal their Backslidings, Hos. XIV. 3, 4. Jer. III. beginning.; and afterwards, Verse the 21st. Go and proclaim these Words, saying, return you backsliding Israel, (Says the Lord) and I will not cause my Anger to fallen upon you;
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for I am merciful, (saith the Lord) and will not keep Anger for ever. for I am merciful, (Says the Lord) and will not keep Anger for ever.
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You ought therfore, to add the following Words; Behold we come unto thee, for thou art the Lord our God.
You ought Therefore, to add the following Words; Behold we come unto thee, for thou art the Lord our God.
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Return to him with all your Hearts, he will receive you graciously, and love you freely.
Return to him with all your Hearts, he will receive you graciously, and love you freely.
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The Prodigal is entertain'd upon his Return, more than the First-born, assoon as he repents, and saith, I am unworthy to be called thy Son. He will heal your Backslidings,The Prodigal is entertained upon his Return, more than the Firstborn, As soon as he repents, and Says, I am unworthy to be called thy Son. He will heal your Backslidings,
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and take away all Iniquity; the Guilt, the Stain, the Power, the Punishment, and the Anguish of Conscience.
and take away all Iniquity; the Gilded, the Stain, the Power, the Punishment, and the Anguish of Conscience.
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He will not impute thy Sin, he will purge thy Conscience from dead works, and enable thee to serve and obey him.
He will not impute thy since, he will purge thy Conscience from dead works, and enable thee to serve and obey him.
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The Sun of Righteousness shall arise on thee with healing in his Wings; the Influence of his Holy Spirit shall by Grace and Comfort be restored to thee.
The Sun of Righteousness shall arise on thee with healing in his Wings; the Influence of his Holy Spirit shall by Grace and Comfort be restored to thee.
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And all this from his Free Love and Mercy. Nothing is too hard for Love, Divine Love.
And all this from his Free Love and Mercy. Nothing is too hard for Love, Divine Love.
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It is, I confess, a real Difficulty, when one is made sensible of great Sins after Repentance, and I know of no Relief like that, which is offer'd from this Scripture.
It is, I confess, a real Difficulty, when one is made sensible of great Sins After Repentance, and I know of no Relief like that, which is offered from this Scripture.
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I am unworthy, may such a Soul say, but the Lord is Gracious. I have misimprov'd his Mercy, and abus'd his Goodness, and his Patience;
I am unworthy, may such a Soul say, but the Lord is Gracious. I have misimproved his Mercy, and abused his goodness, and his Patience;
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what shall relieve me in this Case? Why his Infinite Love, Condescension and Grace.
what shall relieve me in this Case? Why his Infinite Love, Condescension and Grace.
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Well, but I have revolted and gone back, by many aggravated Back-slidings, that stare me in the Face:
Well, but I have revolted and gone back, by many aggravated Backslidings, that stare me in the Face:
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Yet God is Ʋnchangeable, he's not only Merciful but Faithful to his Covenant: And his Faithfulness was never engaged to the Angels that fell.
Yet God is Ʋnchangeable, he's not only Merciful but Faithful to his Covenant: And his Faithfulness was never engaged to the Angels that fell.
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But here's the great Objection, that will be made to all this.
But here's the great Objection, that will be made to all this.
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This is true, but I am unfaithful, and the Unfaithfulness of one Party, in all Covenants, disobliges the other Party.
This is true, but I am unfaithful, and the Unfaithfulness of one Party, in all Covenants, disobliges the other Party.
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In Answer to this, I say, He's God, and not Man. His Thoughts are not as ours.
In Answer to this, I say, He's God, and not Man. His Thoughts Are not as ours.
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Among Men, in all Covenants this is true, but God's Thoughts and Ways are above ours. Therfore if I yet return,
Among Men, in all Covenants this is true, but God's Thoughts and Ways Are above ours. Therefore if I yet return,
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and take hold of his Covenant;
and take hold of his Covenant;
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I may argue I am within the Bond of it, and he will not utterly cast me off, but forgive me upon Repentance.
I may argue I am within the Bound of it, and he will not utterly cast me off, but forgive me upon Repentance.
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I have read of one in Despair, whom the Devil perswaded it was in vain to pray to God,
I have read of one in Despair, whom the devil persuaded it was in vain to pray to God,
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or serve him, for he must perish; he should be damned, and go to Hell when he dy'd;
or serve him, for he must perish; he should be damned, and go to Hell when he died;
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who yet went to Prayer, and begg'd of God, that if he must go to Hell when he dyed,
who yet went to Prayer, and begged of God, that if he must go to Hell when he died,
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yet that it would please him, to let him serve him while he liv'd:
yet that it would please him, to let him serve him while he lived:
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Upon which his Terrors vanish'd, being clearly convinc'd, none could pray that Prayer, or make such a Request, who was guilty of the Unpardonable Sin,
Upon which his Terrors vanished, being clearly convinced, none could pray that Prayer, or make such a Request, who was guilty of the Unpardonable since,
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or had sinn'd the Sin against the Holy Ghost.
or had sinned the since against the Holy Ghost.
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Object. 3. Some may say further, But I have had many Fears, and some Hopes for a time;Object. 3. some may say further, But I have had many Fears, and Some Hope's for a time;
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and I thought I was in Favour with God, and had an Interest in this Forgiveneis.
and I Thought I was in Favour with God, and had an Interest in this Forgiveneis.
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But I have often heard it, (and I believe it) that God never pardons Sin, where he doth not subdue it. Justification and Sanctification go together:
But I have often herd it, (and I believe it) that God never Pardons since, where he does not subdue it. Justification and Sanctification go together:
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If the Guilt of Sin be forgiven, the Power of it is broken. But I find Corruption is strong, evil Inclinations are still stirring and raging.
If the Gilded of since be forgiven, the Power of it is broken. But I find Corruption is strong, evil Inclinations Are still stirring and raging.
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I never imagin'd, there was such a Hell of Wickedness in my Heart, as I now find.
I never imagined, there was such a Hell of Wickedness in my Heart, as I now find.
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There's so much Impurity, Carnality, Pride, Worldliness, &c. yet remaining in my Soul, that I can't think my Sins are forgiven,
There's so much Impurity, Carnality, Pride, Worldliness, etc. yet remaining in my Soul, that I can't think my Sins Are forgiven,
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and that God will abundantly pardon me, or hath done it; because Sin is not mortified and subdued.
and that God will abundantly pardon me, or hath done it; Because since is not mortified and subdued.
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Answ. God's Thoughts and yours are very different in this Matter.Answer God's Thoughts and yours Are very different in this Matter.
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For he attains Wise and Holy Ends, by suffering us to feel Corruption, and obliging us to continual Conflicts with it;
For he attains Wise and Holy Ends, by suffering us to feel Corruption, and obliging us to continual Conflicts with it;
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by sanctifying us gradually, and not all at once;
by sanctifying us gradually, and not all At once;
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by letting us see and feel more of Corruption stirring, and striving, after Conversion, than ever we knew before.
by letting us see and feel more of Corruption stirring, and striving, After Conversion, than ever we knew before.
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Hereby he ingages us in constant Warfare all our days;
Hereby he engages us in constant Warfare all our days;
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and makes it needful, that we may apply to Christ continually, as the great Physitian of Souls.
and makes it needful, that we may apply to christ continually, as the great physician of Souls.
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And I beseech you, remember and believe this, That No Sin, no Corruption that is your Burden, that you would rather be rid of than keep, shall ever be damning to you.
And I beseech you, Remember and believe this, That No since, no Corruption that is your Burden, that you would rather be rid of than keep, shall ever be damning to you.
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It may be a Sign of more Grace, that you sensibly complain of Corruption more than formerly:
It may be a Signen of more Grace, that you sensibly complain of Corruption more than formerly:
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If you faithfully oppose it, 'tis an Evidence your Hearts are softer, Conscience more tender, and you understand the Holy Law of God better.If you faithfully oppose it, it's an Evidence your Hearts Are Softer, Conscience more tender, and you understand the Holy Law of God better.
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Object. 4. But after all, some will say, All this is good News to several, but not to me.Object. 4. But After all, Some will say, All this is good News to several, but not to me.
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I have nothing of the Spirit of Life and Power, that accompanies Forgiveness. I am dead in all my Duties, I can't pray.
I have nothing of the Spirit of Life and Power, that Accompanies Forgiveness. I am dead in all my Duties, I can't pray.
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I have no such Liberty, and Freedom, and Liveliness in Prayer, as others have.
I have no such Liberty, and Freedom, and Liveliness in Prayer, as Others have.
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I come to the Lord's-Table, but I have no such Sealing, no such Comfort, no such Assurance, no such Joy, no such Foretasts of Heaven, as I believe others have.
I come to the Lord's-Table, but I have no such Sealing, no such Comfort, no such Assurance, no such Joy, no such Foretastes of Heaven, as I believe Others have.
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I keep on in a round of Duty, but 'tis not with me, as with the Living Members of Christ.
I keep on in a round of Duty, but it's not with me, as with the Living Members of christ.
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Therfore I can't apply all this to my self with Comfort. Answ. God's Thoughts are not as yours in this Matter.
Therefore I can't apply all this to my self with Comfort. Answer God's Thoughts Are not as yours in this Matter.
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You object, that you can't pray with such Life and Enlargement as others, and as formerly:
You Object, that you can't pray with such Life and Enlargement as Others, and as formerly:
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But is it not your Burden? Are you not dissatisfied with your selves about it? Do you not beg the Spirit of Prayer,
But is it not your Burden? are you not dissatisfied with your selves about it? Do you not beg the Spirit of Prayer,
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and to have this ill Frame cur'd? Do you not look up to Heaven with daily Sighs and Groans? and beg Relief from Christ,
and to have this ill Frame cured? Do you not look up to Heaven with daily Sighs and Groans? and beg Relief from christ,
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as weary and heavy laden under this Indisposition? Let Conscience in the first place be faithful:
as weary and heavy laden under this Indisposition? Let Conscience in the First place be faithful:
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Is there not some great Guilt lately conctracted? some Sin you have not repented of, whereby you have griev'd the Holy Spirit of Christ,
Is there not Some great Gilded lately conctracted? Some since you have not repented of, whereby you have grieved the Holy Spirit of christ,
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and this stops your Mouths in Prayer, and shames your Faces? Or, have you not rested too much in the Outward Performance of Duty,
and this stops your Mouths in Prayer, and shames your Faces? Or, have you not rested too much in the Outward Performance of Duty,
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and Attendance on the Ordinances of the Gospel? You come to the Table of the Lord, look upon it, it may be,
and Attendance on the Ordinances of the Gospel? You come to the Table of the Lord, look upon it, it may be,
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as a Charm, (as too many make it on a Deathbed) you expect it shall work like Physick, in a Natural, not in a Moral Way:
as a Charm, (as too many make it on a Deathbed) you expect it shall work like Physic, in a Natural, not in a Moral Way:
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And by meer Coming, (whatever you have been, or done before, or however negligent you have been in your Preparatory Work,) you expect that it should be all one with you.
And by mere Coming, (whatever you have been, or done before, or however negligent you have been in your Preparatory Work,) you expect that it should be all one with you.
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If you can charge your selves with any thing of this, you must renew your Repentance.
If you can charge your selves with any thing of this, you must renew your Repentance.
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If Conscience doth not accuse you in this Matter; Consider, God's Thoughts are not as yours.
If Conscience does not accuse you in this Matter; Consider, God's Thoughts Are not as yours.
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He knows what is from the Weakness of the Flesh, and what from the Willfulness of the Spirit.
He knows what is from the Weakness of the Flesh, and what from the Willfulness of the Spirit.
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He knows what Deadness and Distraction may arise from the Infirmity of the Body, and what is the Sin of the Soul.
He knows what Deadness and Distraction may arise from the Infirmity of the Body, and what is the since of the Soul.
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If upon all these Accounts, you lose the Evidence of your Acceptance with God, and fear the worst:
If upon all these Accounts, you loose the Evidence of your Acceptance with God, and Fear the worst:
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Yet when a Man hath lost his Acquittance for a Debt paid, 'tis a Comfort to him to consider, that the Man he deals with is a merciful, good Man,
Yet when a Man hath lost his Acquittance for a Debt paid, it's a Comfort to him to Consider, that the Man he deals with is a merciful, good Man,
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tho' he cannot find his Discharge. God is infinitely Gracious, and is ready to restore what you complain you have lost.
though he cannot find his Discharge. God is infinitely Gracious, and is ready to restore what you complain you have lost.
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It was David 's Case, Psalm 51. Yea, if thou fearest thy Grace was never true, thy Heart never right with God, thy State never good;
It was David is Case, Psalm 51. Yea, if thou Fearest thy Grace was never true, thy Heart never right with God, thy State never good;
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there is Mercy enough in God to pardon all thy former Hypocrisie: If now thou return, and seek him with thy whole Heart.
there is Mercy enough in God to pardon all thy former Hypocrisy: If now thou return, and seek him with thy Whole Heart.
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There are Promises of Grace in such a Case to be pleaded, that God will give an Heart of Flesh, give a Spirit of Mourning, put his Fear within thee,
There Are Promises of Grace in such a Case to be pleaded, that God will give an Heart of Flesh, give a Spirit of Mourning, put his fear within thee,
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and cause thee to walk in his Statutes.
and cause thee to walk in his Statutes.
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Therfore do not fruitlessly bemoan thy self, and sit down in Despondency, but consult the Word of God,
Therefore do not fruitlessly bemoan thy self, and fit down in Despondency, but consult the Word of God,
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and seek to the Throne of Grace with Hope, whatever thy Objections and Temptations be. Whatever you do, take heed of dishonourable Thoughts of the Grace and Mercy of God,
and seek to the Throne of Grace with Hope, whatever thy Objections and Temptations be. Whatever you do, take heed of dishonourable Thoughts of the Grace and Mercy of God,
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and of the Security he hath given to perform every Word of Promise, wherein he hath commanded us to hope.
and of the Security he hath given to perform every Word of Promise, wherein he hath commanded us to hope.
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To Conclude, Since we are so near the End of this Year, and many design and hope to renew their Covenant the next Lord's-day at his Table, I beg you to consider,
To Conclude, Since we Are so near the End of this Year, and many Design and hope to renew their Covenant the next Lord's day At his Table, I beg you to Consider,
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and remember it for your Encouragement; that God's Thoughts are not as yours. Whatever Sins you have been guilty of the last Year;
and Remember it for your Encouragement; that God's Thoughts Are not as yours. Whatever Sins you have been guilty of the last Year;
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whatever you can charge your selves with, as to Unworthy Receiving the Lord's Supper for the time past;
whatever you can charge your selves with, as to Unworthy Receiving the Lord's Supper for the time past;
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yet if now you will seriously Examine your selves, and humble your Souls, and return to the Lord,
yet if now you will seriously Examine your selves, and humble your Souls, and return to the Lord,
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and apply to Christ, and stir up your selves, to be dispos'd as Penitent Believers, to renew your Covenant-Vow and Engagement to be the Lord's, this next time, he will forgive the Sins of all your former Sacraments; all the Sins of the last Year, and of your past Lives; and Seal to you the Forgiveness of all Sin, through the Blood of Jesus.
and apply to christ, and stir up your selves, to be disposed as Penitent Believers, to renew your covenant-vow and Engagement to be the Lord's, this next time, he will forgive the Sins of all your former Sacraments; all the Sins of the last Year, and of your past Lives; and Seal to you the Forgiveness of all since, through the Blood of jesus.
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You need not, you ought not to doubt it, for, As high as the Heavens are above the Earth,
You need not, you ought not to doubt it, for, As high as the Heavens Are above the Earth,
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so are God's Thoughts of Mercy above ours, and his Ways above ours. so Are God's Thoughts of Mercy above ours, and his Ways above ours.
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THE Fifth Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 8, 9.
THE Fifth Sermon. ISAIAH, LV. 8, 9.
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For My Thoughts are not your Thoughts, neither are your Ways, My Ways, saith the Lord.
For My Thoughts Are not your Thoughts, neither Are your Ways, My Ways, Says the Lord.
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For as the Heavens are higher than the Earth, so are My Ways higher than your Ways,
For as the Heavens Are higher than the Earth, so Are My Ways higher than your Ways,
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and My Thoughts than your Thoughts.
and My Thoughts than your Thoughts.
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THE Disparity between the Thoughts and Ways of God, and Ours here mention'd, hath special Reference to the Dispensation of his Grace and Mercy, in Pardoning the Worst of Sinners, who forsake their Evil Ways,
THE Disparity between the Thoughts and Ways of God, and Ours Here mentioned, hath special Referente to the Dispensation of his Grace and Mercy, in Pardoning the Worst of Sinners, who forsake their Evil Ways,
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and return to God, by unfeigned Repentance:
and return to God, by unfeigned Repentance:
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But in this Discourse, I Design to Consider these Words in a larger and more General Sense, and show, that The Ways of God are not as Ours,
But in this Discourse, I Design to Consider these Words in a larger and more General Sense, and show, that The Ways of God Are not as Ours,
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but as far above 'em, as Heaven is above the Earth. but as Far above they, as Heaven is above the Earth.
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By the Ways of God we may either understand, First, Those he would direct us to Walk in;
By the Ways of God we may either understand, First, Those he would Direct us to Walk in;
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what he would have us to Believe, and Do. Or, Secondly, His Ways and Works towards us, in the Conduct and Management of Things by his Providence.
what he would have us to Believe, and Do. Or, Secondly, His Ways and Works towards us, in the Conduct and Management of Things by his Providence.
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In the First Sense we read of the Way of Truth, the Way of his Commandments; and of walking in the Way of the Lord, &c. that is, receiving as true, the Doctrines he hath Revealed,
In the First Sense we read of the Way of Truth, the Way of his commandments; and of walking in the Way of the Lord, etc. that is, receiving as true, the Doctrines he hath Revealed,
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and Observing the Orders, and Obeying the Commands which he hath given us.
and Observing the Order, and Obeying the Commands which he hath given us.
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In the latter Sense, by the Ways of God, I Mean, his Works of Providence, according to his Word.
In the latter Sense, by the Ways of God, I Mean, his Works of Providence, according to his Word.
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In both these, in the Declarations of his Word, as to what we are to Believe, and Do;
In both these, in the Declarations of his Word, as to what we Are to Believe, and Do;
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and in the Works of his Providence, what he doth with us, there are many things far above us. His Ways are not as Ours, as to Either.
and in the Works of his Providence, what he does with us, there Are many things Far above us. His Ways Are not as Ours, as to Either.
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BOTH may here be very well Comprehended.
BOTH may Here be very well Comprehended.
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The Revelations of the Will of God by his Word, as to Faith, Worship and Practice: And also his Providences, and Dealings with the Children of Men, according to Scripture Revelation.
The Revelations of the Will of God by his Word, as to Faith, Worship and Practice: And also his Providences, and Dealings with the Children of Men, according to Scripture Revelation.
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Our Ways are not as His, as to either. There is a vast Disparity between them.Our Ways Are not as His, as to either. There is a vast Disparity between them.
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In this Sense, His Ways are very unlike to Ours, and transcendently above them; both as to Matters of Revelation and Providence.
In this Sense, His Ways Are very unlike to Ours, and transcendently above them; both as to Matters of Revelation and Providence.
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I. First, In what Sense are God's Ways not like Ours, but vastly Different? 1. THEY are Different as to the Nature of ' em.
I. First, In what Sense Are God's Ways not like Ours, but vastly Different? 1. THEY Are Different as to the Nature of ' em.
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All his Ways and Works are Perfect; done with Infinite Wisdom and Judgment:
All his Ways and Works Are Perfect; done with Infinite Wisdom and Judgement:
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And therfore when Moses publishes the Name of God, he begins with this, Deut. XXXI. 4. He is a Rock, His Work is perfect, all his Ways are Judgment:
And Therefore when Moses publishes the Name of God, he begins with this, Deuteronomy XXXI. 4. He is a Rock, His Work is perfect, all his Ways Are Judgement:
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They are the Fruit of Infinite, Unerring Councel.
They Are the Fruit of Infinite, Unerring Council.
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But what Weakness and Imperfection, what Defect and Folly do we discover in our Ways? All his Ways are Righteous and Holy, Psal. CXLV. 17. He is Holy in all his Ways,
But what Weakness and Imperfection, what Defect and Folly do we discover in our Ways? All his Ways Are Righteous and Holy, Psalm CXLV. 17. He is Holy in all his Ways,
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and Righteous in all his Works. and Righteous in all his Works.
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But what Impurity and Obliquity is there in ours? All His Ways are Just and Equal;
But what Impurity and Obliquity is there in ours? All His Ways Are Just and Equal;
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He Challengeth all the World to prove the Contrary, in any one Particular: What doth he require of us, but in the strictest Justice is Due? whereas,
He Challengeth all the World to prove the Contrary, in any one Particular: What does he require of us, but in the Strictest justice is Due? whereas,
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how Unequal is our Carriage towards Him, and one another? There is an Admirable Harmony,
how Unequal is our Carriage towards Him, and one Another? There is an Admirable Harmony,
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and Agreement in the Ways of God, as to all the parts of them, connected one with another:
and Agreement in the Ways of God, as to all the parts of them, connected one with Another:
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His Word is constant and abiding, steddy and consistent, not Yea and Nay; 2 Cor. I. 19, 20. All his Promises are Yea and Amen.
His Word is constant and abiding, steady and consistent, not Yea and Nay; 2 Cor. I. 19, 20. All his Promises Are Yea and Amen.
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The Strength of Israel is not a Man, that he should lye; nor the Son of Man, that he should repent: The Strength of Israel is not a Man, that he should lie; nor the Son of Man, that he should Repent:
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But we are Mutable, and often cross and contradict our Selves in our Ways: And the Best Men do too often discover this Inconstancy in Principle and Practice.
But we Are Mutable, and often cross and contradict our Selves in our Ways: And the Best Men do too often discover this Inconstancy in Principle and Practice.
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2. THERE is a further Difference between the Ways of God and Ours, in the Methods and Means used and taken,
2. THERE is a further Difference between the Ways of God and Ours, in the Methods and Means used and taken,
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and the Manner of his Proceeding, to effect an End. His Way is to make Weak things confound the Mighty,
and the Manner of his Proceeding, to Effect an End. His Way is to make Weak things confound the Mighty,
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and things base and despised, and which are not, to bring to Nought things that are, 1 Cor. I. 27. We cannot do so.and things base and despised, and which Are not, to bring to Nought things that Are, 1 Cor. I. 27. We cannot do so.
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God would not use the Wisdom and Power of the World for the spreading of the Gospel;
God would not use the Wisdom and Power of the World for the spreading of the Gospel;
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but by the Foolishness of Preaching it pleased God to bring Men to believe, and make the Doctrine of the Cross of Christ, the Power of God to their Eternal Salvation.
but by the Foolishness of Preaching it pleased God to bring Men to believe, and make the Doctrine of the Cross of christ, the Power of God to their Eternal Salvation.
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The Instrument he employ'd, and the Methods he used, to give Success to the Gospel, did plainly evidence this.
The Instrument he employed, and the Methods he used, to give Success to the Gospel, did plainly evidence this.
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AND that Instance may serve instead of many other:
AND that Instance may serve instead of many other:
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Was it not an unlikely Attempt, for a few Mean and Obscure Persons, such as Publicans and Fisher-men,
Was it not an unlikely Attempt, for a few Mean and Obscure Persons, such as Publicans and Fishermen,
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and Tent-makers, without the Improvements of Education, or the Advantages of Learning, Eloquence, Experience and Conversation in the World;
and Tent-makers, without the Improvements of Education, or the Advantages of Learning, Eloquence, Experience and Conversation in the World;
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without the Assistance of Civil Power and Authority, or any Considerable Interest and Reputation, to require all Mankind to believe in one Jesus, whom they own was Crucified, that he was alive,
without the Assistance of Civil Power and authority, or any Considerable Interest and Reputation, to require all Mankind to believe in one jesus, whom they own was crucified, that he was alive,
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and was Lord and King, and must be receiv'd and obeyed as the Christ of God. To tell all the World, that all the establish'd Rights and Religion of their several Countries, must be laid aside,
and was Lord and King, and must be received and obeyed as the christ of God. To tell all the World, that all the established Rights and Religion of their several Countries, must be laid aside,
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and their wicked Customs and Courses forsaken, and this new Religion of Jesus be embrac'd, that requires the Belief and Practice of so many things they must need account very hard, considering the Prejudices and the Lusts of Men.
and their wicked Customs and Courses forsaken, and this new Religion of jesus be embraced, that requires the Belief and Practice of so many things they must need account very hard, considering the Prejudices and the Lustiest of Men.
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Could they hope that Kingdoms and Empires, Schools and Universities, would easily submit to this Change? that they should be too hard for the Devil,
Could they hope that Kingdoms and Empires, Schools and Universities, would Easily submit to this Change? that they should be too hard for the devil,
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and all the Powers of Darkness, by preaching the Doctrine of a Crucified Saviour?
and all the Powers of Darkness, by preaching the Doctrine of a crucified Saviour?
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And yet in the Space of about thirty Years, this new Doctrine and Religion was not only diffused thro' the greatest part of the Roman Empire,
And yet in the Molle of about thirty years, this new Doctrine and Religion was not only diffused through the greatest part of the Roman Empire,
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but had reach'd as far as Parthia and India: Even before the Destruction of Jerusalem, as our Lord foretold, Mat. XXIV. 14. This Gospel of the Kingdom shall be preached in all the World,
but had reached as Far as Parthia and India: Even before the Destruction of Jerusalem, as our Lord foretold, Mathew XXIV. 14. This Gospel of the Kingdom shall be preached in all the World,
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for a witness unto all Nations, and then shall the End come. for a witness unto all nations, and then shall the End come.
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This Success was represented by an Angel flying thro' the midst of Heaven, and preaching the Everlasting Gospel to every Nation,
This Success was represented by an Angel flying through the midst of Heaven, and preaching the Everlasting Gospel to every nation,
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and Kindred, and Tongue, and People, Rev. XIV. 6. And this was done without Force of Arms, and against all Opposition imaginable:and Kindred, and Tongue, and People, Rev. XIV. 6. And this was done without Force of Arms, and against all Opposition imaginable:
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Their Message was entertain'd, their Doctrine credited, and Christ believed on in the World. Many thousands were converted presently, and many more afterward:
Their Message was entertained, their Doctrine credited, and christ believed on in the World. Many thousands were converted presently, and many more afterwards:
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Tho' the Messengers employed could not be sure of Success, any further than certain of the Truth of their Doctrine,
Though the Messengers employed could not be sure of Success, any further than certain of the Truth of their Doctrine,
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and of the Divine Presence and Power to accompany them.
and of the Divine Presence and Power to accompany them.
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But they might be almost sure of enduring Torments, and losing their Lives for publishing such a Doctrine,
But they might be almost sure of enduring Torments, and losing their Lives for publishing such a Doctrine,
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and persisting in it, in the manner they did.
and persisting in it, in the manner they did.
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But the Wisdom of God, and the Power of God is glorified, in succeeding such Weak Instruments to such Excellent Purposes.
But the Wisdom of God, and the Power of God is glorified, in succeeding such Weak Instruments to such Excellent Purposes.
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IN all the Methods of his Providence we find, that by weak things he confounds the Mighty,
IN all the Methods of his Providence we find, that by weak things he confounds the Mighty,
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and by Foolish things, (as the World accounts 'em,) confounds the Wise. There are Instances of it in the History of Moses, as to the Plagues of Egypt: But it was more manifest in the whole Frame of Christianity, and in the Success and Prevalency, of it.and by Foolish things, (as the World accounts they,) confounds the Wise. There Are Instances of it in the History of Moses, as to the Plagues of Egypt: But it was more manifest in the Whole Frame of Christianity, and in the Success and Prevalency, of it.
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He defeated the Devil 's Design, and overturn'd his Empire by such Means, as could never be supposed by Reason to do it.
He defeated the devil is Design, and overturned his Empire by such Means, as could never be supposed by Reason to do it.
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By the Seed of the Woman, whom he had seduc'd, by the Son of God in our Flesh, suffering and dying for us, He wrested the Victory out of Satan's Hands, by humbling himself to the Death of the Cross;
By the Seed of the Woman, whom he had seduced, by the Son of God in our Flesh, suffering and dying for us, He wrested the Victory out of Satan's Hands, by humbling himself to the Death of the Cross;
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and so by dying, destroyed him that had the Power Death.
and so by dying, destroyed him that had the Power Death.
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THERE are other Instances might be given, as where God strengthens the spoyled against the strong, He brings down those that dwell on high, the lofty City he layeth it low:
THERE Are other Instances might be given, as where God strengthens the spoiled against the strong, He brings down those that dwell on high, the lofty city he Layeth it low:
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He layeth it low even to the ground, he bringeth it even to the dust:
He Layeth it low even to the ground, he brings it even to the dust:
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The Foot shall tread it down, even the Feet of the Poor, and the Steps of the Needy, Isa. 26.6, 7. The Stone cut out out of the Mountain without hands, shall dash in pieces great Mountaius, all the four great Monarchies of the World, and fill the whole Earth. The Foot shall tread it down, even the Feet of the Poor, and the Steps of the Needy, Isaiah 26.6, 7. The Stone Cut out out of the Mountain without hands, shall dash in Pieces great Mountaius, all the four great Monarchies of the World, and fill the Whole Earth.
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HIS Ways are not as ours, in that he often prefers the Younger before the Elder, and gives them the Precedency and Principal Blessing.
HIS Ways Are not as ours, in that he often prefers the Younger before the Elder, and gives them the Precedency and Principal Blessing.
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Abel was preferr'd before Cain, and his Offering accepted. Abraham the Younger, chosen to be God's Favourite, before his Elder Brethren.Abel was preferred before Cain, and his Offering accepted. Abraham the Younger, chosen to be God's Favourite, before his Elder Brothers.
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Jacob before Esau, and He preferr'd Ephraim before Manasseh, the Elder Son of Joseph. So it is observed by the Spirit of God, of Noah 's Children, Shem is preferr'd,Jacob before Esau, and He preferred Ephraim before Manasses, the Elder Son of Joseph. So it is observed by the Spirit of God, of Noah is Children, Shem is preferred,
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and called the Brother of Japhet the Elder, Gen. 10.21.
and called the Brother of Japheth the Elder, Gen. 10.21.
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And David, the Youngest Son of Jesse, is chosen to be King, and the Man after God's own Heart.
And David, the Youngest Son of Jesse, is chosen to be King, and the Man After God's own Heart.
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To manifest the Freedom of his Counsels, and the Soveraignty of his Grace and Providence; Was not Esau Jacob's Brother, yet Jacob have I loved?
To manifest the Freedom of his Counsels, and the Sovereignty of his Grace and Providence; Was not Esau Jacob's Brother, yet Jacob have I loved?
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3. HIS Ways and Ours differ also in this, that he is never frustrated or disappointed in his Work, as to what he designs.
3. HIS Ways and Ours differ also in this, that he is never frustrated or disappointed in his Work, as to what he designs.
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He brings the Counsels of Men to nought, and the Devices of the People to none Effect, He brings the Counsels of Men to nought, and the Devices of the People to none Effect,
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but the Counsel of the Lord shall stand, Psalm XXXIII. 10, 11. He speaks the word, and it shall stand:
but the Counsel of the Lord shall stand, Psalm XXXIII. 10, 11. He speaks the word, and it shall stand:
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He confirms the Word of his Servants, and performs the Counsel of his Messengers, saying to Jerusalem, be thou inhabited,
He confirms the Word of his Servants, and performs the Counsel of his Messengers, saying to Jerusalem, be thou inhabited,
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and to the Cities of Judah, ye shall be built; that saith to the Deep be dry, and I will dry up thy Rivers:
and to the Cities of Judah, you shall be built; that Says to the Deep be dry, and I will dry up thy rivers:
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He saith of Cyrus, he is my Shepherd, and shall perform all my pleasure;
He Says of Cyrus, he is my Shepherd, and shall perform all my pleasure;
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even saying to Jerusalem, thou shalt be built, and to the Temple, thy Foundation shall be laid, Isa. XLIV. latter end. Our Ways are not like his, he will always overcome when he judgeth:even saying to Jerusalem, thou shalt be built, and to the Temple, thy Foundation shall be laid, Isaiah XLIV. latter end. Our Ways Are not like his, he will always overcome when he Judgeth:
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He will fulfill all his Pleasure, and accomplish all that is in his Heart, which we cannot pretend to do.
He will fulfil all his Pleasure, and accomplish all that is in his Heart, which we cannot pretend to do.
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II. Secondly, GOD's Ways not only differ from ours, but do Transcendently exceed 'em, are infinitely above them, as high as the Heavens are above the Earth:
II Secondly, GOD's Ways not only differ from ours, but do Transcendently exceed they, Are infinitely above them, as high as the Heavens Are above the Earth:
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There is an unsearchable Depth in the Ways of God, which we are call'd to adore, but cannot comprehend.
There is an unsearchable Depth in the Ways of God, which we Are called to adore, but cannot comprehend.
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We may cry out with the Aopstle, O the Depth, both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his Judgments,
We may cry out with the Apostle, Oh the Depth, both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God! how unsearchable Are his Judgments,
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and his Ways past finding out! Rom. XI. His Judgments are a great Depth, Psal. XXXVI. 7. He is wonderful in Counsel, and excellent in Working.
and his Ways passed finding out! Rom. XI. His Judgments Are a great Depth, Psalm XXXVI. 7. He is wondered in Counsel, and excellent in Working.
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His Wisdom is unscarchable, and his Ways past finding out: His Wisdom is unscarchable, and his Ways passed finding out:
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Job V. 9. Chap. IX. 10. There are many things in Divine Revelation and Providence, that transcend our Reach:
Job V. 9. Chap. IX. 10. There Are many things in Divine Revelation and Providence, that transcend our Reach:
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If we will not allow this, but must have a particular Reason for all that God speaks and doth, before we will believe it:
If we will not allow this, but must have a particular Reason for all that God speaks and does, before we will believe it:
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What's this, but to make his Wisdom finite like ours; or ours Infinite like His! On this Account, the great Masters of Philosophy in former Ages, were the worst Enemies to the Gospel of Christ;
What's this, but to make his Wisdom finite like ours; or ours Infinite like His! On this Account, the great Masters of Philosophy in former Ages, were the worst Enemies to the Gospel of christ;
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because the Apostles nakedly represented their Doctrines without that Wisdom, or Demonstration from Natural Principles, which they used,
Because the Apostles nakedly represented their Doctrines without that Wisdom, or Demonstration from Natural Principles, which they used,
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and therefore the Gospel was Foolishness to them.
and Therefore the Gospel was Foolishness to them.
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'TIS the not owning God's Ways to be above ours, but making our Reason the Supream Judge concerning Doctrines supernaturally revealed, which is the Spring of the many Errors and Blasphemies that abound among us at this Day.
IT'S the not owning God's Ways to be above ours, but making our Reason the Supreme Judge Concerning Doctrines supernaturally revealed, which is the Spring of the many Errors and Blasphemies that abound among us At this Day.
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Whereas we may as well measure the Justice or Injustice of the Providential Works of God, by our Will and Choice:
Whereas we may as well measure the justice or Injustice of the Providential Works of God, by our Will and Choice:
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Whether what he doth be Just and Good, or not, because 'tis what we like, or do not like;
Whither what he does be Just and Good, or not, Because it's what we like, or do not like;
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as by our finite Minds comprehend, whether that can be true, which in a Divine Revelation is delivered as a true Doctrine.
as by our finite Minds comprehend, whither that can be true, which in a Divine Revelation is Delivered as a true Doctrine.
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We can no more conceive the Wisdom and Goodness of God in some Events of Providence,
We can no more conceive the Wisdom and goodness of God in Some Events of Providence,
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than his Veracity in some Truths revealed. More particularly, First, As to Scripture Revelation, what we are to believe.
than his Veracity in Some Truths revealed. More particularly, First, As to Scripture Revelation, what we Are to believe.
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Let's consider that God's Ways and Thoughts are Above ours:
Let's Consider that God's Ways and Thoughts Are Above ours:
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And what is therein asserted, we must receive and credit upon the Authority of a Divine Testimony,
And what is therein asserted, we must receive and credit upon the authority of a Divine Testimony,
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tho' the Doctrine there laid down, may be such as hath no Foundation in Nature; that is, it could not be known but by Divine Revelation.
though the Doctrine there laid down, may be such as hath no Foundation in Nature; that is, it could not be known but by Divine Revelation.
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'Tis a sufficient Reason for us to believe the Doctrine, because we find it in the Holy Scripture;
It's a sufficient Reason for us to believe the Doctrine, Because we find it in the Holy Scripture;
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and we have Reason to acquiesce therein, because the Revelation, that is contain'd in this Book, we have Ground to believe, is from GOD; and so infallibly true.
and we have Reason to acquiesce therein, Because the Revelation, that is contained in this Book, we have Ground to believe, is from GOD; and so infallibly true.
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If we will own our Baptism, and take CHRIST for our Teacher, we must receive the Truth of what HE hath revealed upon a Divine Testimony; tho' we cann't comprehend how such a Christian Doctrine may be reconcil'd to our common Notions of things in other Cases.
If we will own our Baptism, and take CHRIST for our Teacher, we must receive the Truth of what HE hath revealed upon a Divine Testimony; though we canned comprehend how such a Christian Doctrine may be reconciled to our Common Notions of things in other Cases.
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I grant, the Doctrine of the Holy Trinity, for Instance, carries a very great Difficulty in it,
I grant, the Doctrine of the Holy Trinity, for Instance, carries a very great Difficulty in it,
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and is more opposed, as Incredible, and Ʋnintelligible, than other Principles of Christian Religion:
and is more opposed, as Incredible, and Ʋnintelligible, than other Principles of Christian Religion:
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But this being Reveal'd from Heaven, as we affirm, and make an Article of our Faith,
But this being Revealed from Heaven, as we affirm, and make an Article of our Faith,
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if we find it contain'd in the Holy Scriptures, God's Ways being so far above ours, will do much to answer the Objection of its being Incomprehensible.
if we find it contained in the Holy Scriptures, God's Ways being so Far above ours, will do much to answer the Objection of its being Incomprehensible.
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IF GOD be INCOMPREHENSIBLE, why should any thing he's pleas'd to say, seem Incredible to us? Where he has interpos'd by his Definitive Sentence, our Reason must submit,
IF GOD be INCOMPREHENSIBLE, why should any thing he's pleased to say, seem Incredible to us? Where he has interposed by his Definitive Sentence, our Reason must submit,
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and has no Right to debate the Matter, but ought to approve what God speaks, and subscribe to whatever he writes.
and has no Right to debate the Matter, but ought to approve what God speaks, and subscribe to whatever he writes.
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The Testimony of God, whatever Exceptions our Reason can make, should convince our Judgment, and doth oblige our Faith.
The Testimony of God, whatever Exceptions our Reason can make, should convince our Judgement, and does oblige our Faith.
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Is not His Veracity a firm and sure Foundation for us to relye upon, without the concurrent Testimony of Reason? Shall we not believe Infinite Wisdom,
Is not His Veracity a firm and sure Foundation for us to rely upon, without the concurrent Testimony of Reason? Shall we not believe Infinite Wisdom,
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and Truth upon his own Word, unless what he saith be in it self Credible,
and Truth upon his own Word, unless what he Says be in it self Credible,
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and so may be believed, without his Testimony? The more we consider what God is, the more easily shall we be perswaded, that he is equally to be believed,
and so may be believed, without his Testimony? The more we Consider what God is, the more Easily shall we be persuaded, that he is equally to be believed,
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when he affirms what we cannot understand to be true, as when he declares that, which by the common Principles of our Reason we know is so If we own a Divine Revelation, we can no more Doubt of the one then the other;
when he affirms what we cannot understand to be true, as when he declares that, which by the Common Principles of our Reason we know is so If we own a Divine Revelation, we can no more Doubt of the one then the other;
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unless a Divine Testimony must receive its force from the Evidence of our Reason. Which is to destroy all the Testimony of Divine Revelation in Supernatural Truths;
unless a Divine Testimony must receive its force from the Evidence of our Reason. Which is to destroy all the Testimony of Divine Revelation in Supernatural Truths;
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where the Evidence of Reason fails.
where the Evidence of Reason fails.
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What! tho' we cannot give an Account, how it is or can be so as we find it in the Scripture, is any thing that God says the less Credible upon that Account? 'Tis the highest Reason to believe every thing that God hath said:
What! though we cannot give an Account, how it is or can be so as we find it in the Scripture, is any thing that God Says the less Credible upon that Account? It's the highest Reason to believe every thing that God hath said:
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His Authority hath Strength sufficient to secure my Faith against all such Objections, as arise only from Ignorance,
His authority hath Strength sufficient to secure my Faith against all such Objections, as arise only from Ignorance,
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and want of Principles to Judge by, or from the Incomprehensibleness of the Object.
and want of Principles to Judge by, or from the Incomprehensibleness of the Object.
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IT seems plainly the Design of the Apostle, 1 Cor. II. Chap. to obviate the great Objection, that is now brought by Infidels and Socinians, by granting it to be true, That what we are taught to beleive by the Gospel is Inconceivable,
IT seems plainly the Design of the Apostle, 1 Cor. II Chap. to obviate the great Objection, that is now brought by Infidels and socinians, by granting it to be true, That what we Are taught to believe by the Gospel is Inconceivable,
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and above the Reach of Humane Reason: That many Doctrines of the Gospel are such as could neither be discovered;
and above the Reach of Humane Reason: That many Doctrines of the Gospel Are such as could neither be discovered;
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nor when they were, could be received, and applauded by the Rational Part of Mankind.
nor when they were, could be received, and applauded by the Rational Part of Mankind.
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It was not the Wisdom of Men, nor of this World, but the Wisdom of God, 5th and 6th Verses:
It was not the Wisdom of Men, nor of this World, but the Wisdom of God, 5th and 6th Verses:
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The Apostle did not go about to perswade the World of the Truth of them, in such a Manner,
The Apostle did not go about to persuade the World of the Truth of them, in such a Manner,
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as the Wise Men among the Gentiles made use of, to perswade the People of their Opinions.
as the Wise Men among the Gentiles made use of, to persuade the People of their Opinions.
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But the Gospel being a Divine Revelation, they endeavoured to prove the Truth of it, by the Demonstration of the Spirit and of Power; i. e.
But the Gospel being a Divine Revelation, they endeavoured to prove the Truth of it, by the Demonstration of the Spirit and of Power; i. e.
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by Supernatural Proofs from Ancient Prophecies, by uncontested Miracles, and such like Testimonies of God's owning the Gospel to be a Revelation from him.
by Supernatural Proofs from Ancient Prophecies, by uncontested Miracles, and such like Testimonies of God's owning the Gospel to be a Revelation from him.
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So that their Faith did not stand in the Wisdom of Men but in the Power of God:
So that their Faith did not stand in the Wisdom of Men but in the Power of God:
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And therfore we should not be stumbled, nor think Strange, if Matters of Divine Revelation should be Inconceivable by meer Reason.
And Therefore we should not be stumbled, nor think Strange, if Matters of Divine Revelation should be Inconceivable by mere Reason.
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HE let's them know, that even this was foretold by the Prophets, Verse 19. for it is written by the Prophet, Eye hath not seen nor Ear heard,
HE let's them know, that even this was foretold by the prophets, Verse 19. for it is written by the Prophet, Eye hath not seen nor Ear herd,
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nor hath it enter'd into the Heart of Man, &c. But God hath revealed them to us by his Spirit, by which Spirit, Christ and his Apostles made known this Doctrine.nor hath it entered into the Heart of Man, etc. But God hath revealed them to us by his Spirit, by which Spirit, christ and his Apostles made known this Doctrine.
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And it follows, The Spirit searcheth all things; even the deep things of God:
And it follows, The Spirit Searches all things; even the deep things of God:
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And therefore tho' the Things be such as we never thought of before, and we cannot well conceive,
And Therefore though the Things be such as we never Thought of before, and we cannot well conceive,
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when they are told us, yet that is no such Wonder; for the Nature of our own Souls cannot be conceiv'd by any Inferior Being;
when they Are told us, yet that is no such Wonder; for the Nature of our own Souls cannot be conceived by any Inferior Being;
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nor our secret Thoughts known by any other of our Fellow-Creatures, Ver. 11. For what Man knoweth the Things of a Man,
nor our secret Thoughts known by any other of our Fellow-Creatures, Ver. 11. For what Man Knoweth the Things of a Man,
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but the Spirit of Man within him; and so the things of God knoweth no Man, but the Spirit of God. but the Spirit of Man within him; and so the things of God Knoweth no Man, but the Spirit of God.
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As we cannot know the secret Purposes of other Men, 'till they themselves discover them;
As we cannot know the secret Purposes of other Men, till they themselves discover them;
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so the Councils of God concerning our Salvation, which depend meerly upon his own Will, none can know, but the Spirit of God;
so the Councils of God Concerning our Salvation, which depend merely upon his own Will, none can know, but the Spirit of God;
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and by some Revelation from that Spirit, and not by Natural Reason. For the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God; i. e.
and by Some Revelation from that Spirit, and not by Natural Reason. For the Spirit Searches all things, yea, the deep things of God; i. e.
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is acquainted with all his secret Counsels.
is acquainted with all his secret Counsels.
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THE great Question therfore will be, Whether the Revelation that contains such and such incredible Doctrines be Divine.
THE great Question Therefore will be, Whither the Revelation that contains such and such incredible Doctrines be Divine.
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And accordingly the Apostle adds in the next Verse, that he built his Faith, not upon the Philosophy or Inventions of Men;
And accordingly the Apostle adds in the next Verse, that he built his Faith, not upon the Philosophy or Inventions of Men;
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but upon the Revelation which God hath made.
but upon the Revelation which God hath made.
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We have not received the Spirit of the World, but the Spirit which is of God; We have not received the Spirit of the World, but the Spirit which is of God;
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that we may know the things that are freely given us of God. that we may know the things that Are freely given us of God.
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These Things could never else have been known, and therefore it should not offend any, that we do not endeavour to prove these Doctrines by Philosophical Arguments:
These Things could never Else have been known, and Therefore it should not offend any, that we do not endeavour to prove these Doctrines by Philosophical Arguments:
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But by such as are proper to prove them by, viz, from Divine Revelation. Which things also we speak, not in the Words which Man's Wisdom teacheth,
But by such as Are proper to prove them by, videlicet, from Divine Revelation. Which things also we speak, not in the Words which Man's Wisdom Teaches,
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but which the Holy Ghost teacheth, comparing spiritual things with spiritual: but which the Holy Ghost Teaches, comparing spiritual things with spiritual:
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That is, the Revelations of the Old Testament with those of the New. And after all he he tells us in the 14th. Verse, That the Natural Man, (who will believe nothing but according to his own preconceived Notions from Natural Reason) He receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God, they are Foolishness to him:
That is, the Revelations of the Old Testament with those of the New. And After all he he tells us in the 14th. Verse, That the Natural Man, (who will believe nothing but according to his own preconceived Notions from Natural Reason) He receives not the things of the Spirit of God, they Are Foolishness to him:
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He will not allow that to be divinely revealed, which is above meer natural Reason. He considers only the Difficulty in the Doctrine it self, how it can be true;
He will not allow that to be divinely revealed, which is above mere natural Reason. He considers only the Difficulty in the Doctrine it self, how it can be true;
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not what Reason he hath to believe such a Revelation to be from God:
not what Reason he hath to believe such a Revelation to be from God:
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And so he cannot know them, because they are to be spiritually discerned; that is to be judged of, by the Revelation and Testimony of the Holy Spirit;
And so he cannot know them, Because they Are to be spiritually discerned; that is to be judged of, by the Revelation and Testimony of the Holy Spirit;
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and not by the meer Light of Reason: They are to be received upon the Account of a Divine Revelation.
and not by the mere Light of Reason: They Are to be received upon the Account of a Divine Revelation.
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THE the whole Tenor of the Apostles Discourse seems to obviate, or answer this Objection of the Doctrines of the Gospel being Incredible and Ʋnintelligible. And if we apply it to the Doctrine of the Trinity and the Incarnation of Christ, it will hold good, notwithstanding the Difficulty, how Three can be one, or how our Blessed Saviour can be God and Man. How there is one Divine Nature or Essence, common unto Three Persons, united in Essential Attributes,
THE the Whole Tenor of the Apostles Discourse seems to obviate, or answer this Objection of the Doctrines of the Gospel being Incredible and Ʋnintelligible. And if we apply it to the Doctrine of the Trinity and the Incarnation of christ, it will hold good, notwithstanding the Difficulty, how Three can be one, or how our Blessed Saviour can be God and Man. How there is one Divine Nature or Essence, Common unto Three Persons, united in Essential Attributes,
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and yet distinguish'd from each other, in order and manner of Subsistance, and by peculiar Idioms and Relations.
and yet distinguished from each other, in order and manner of Subsistence, and by peculiar Idioms and Relations.
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These Notions may puzzle our Reason to conceive, but should not stagger our Faith to believe,
These Notions may puzzle our Reason to conceive, but should not stagger our Faith to believe,
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as Reveal'd in the Holy Scripture.
as Revealed in the Holy Scripture.
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Considering what God is, and what We are, 'tis unreasonable to reject any Article of Faith,
Considering what God is, and what We Are, it's unreasonable to reject any Article of Faith,
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because we cannot fully conceive the Nature, and Manner of its being True.
Because we cannot Fully conceive the Nature, and Manner of its being True.
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Shall we compare our Darkness with his Incomprehensible Light? Or equal our Understanding with his? Shall we refuse to believe what he hath declar'd for Truth,
Shall we compare our Darkness with his Incomprehensible Light? Or equal our Understanding with his? Shall we refuse to believe what he hath declared for Truth,
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unless we can reconcile it with our Maxims? What room is there left for Faith, at this rate? What Credit is given to Divine Testimony,
unless we can reconcile it with our Maxims? What room is there left for Faith, At this rate? What Credit is given to Divine Testimony,
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if we believe nothing to be True in Gods Word, except we can Fathom it, and would otherwise believe, without his Testimony?
if we believe nothing to be True in God's Word, except we can Fathom it, and would otherwise believe, without his Testimony?
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IF we consider the Imperfections of our Understandings, both as to the Finite Nature of the Soul,
IF we Consider the Imperfections of our Understandings, both as to the Finite Nature of the Soul,
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and the Manifold Experience we have of it every Day, we must be content to be Ignorant of many Things.
and the Manifold Experience we have of it every Day, we must be content to be Ignorant of many Things.
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What is well known in many Civilized Countries, (as some have observed to illustrate this) may appear very strange to a great Part of the Heathen World. The Fabrick of a Watch;
What is well known in many Civilized Countries, (as Some have observed to illustrate this) may appear very strange to a great Part of the Heathen World. The Fabric of a Watch;
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or the mutual Communication of Thoughts by Writing, would it may be, be as unconceivable to a Barbarous Indian, as the Mistery of the Trinity is to us;
or the mutual Communication of Thoughts by Writing, would it may be, be as unconceivable to a Barbarous Indian, as the Mystery of the Trinity is to us;
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yet the Truth of the Thing doth not depend upon his Conception of it.
yet the Truth of the Thing does not depend upon his Conception of it.
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AND how short do the wisest and most knowing Men come of the infinite Knowledge of God? Tho' we are certain of the Truth of his Being;
AND how short doe the Wisest and most knowing Men come of the infinite Knowledge of God? Though we Are certain of the Truth of his Being;
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how little do we know of his Nature and Perfections? How far above our Apprehensions is the Divine Eternity; How all Successions of Time are ever present to him and subject to his View;
how little doe we know of his Nature and Perfections? How Far above our Apprehensions is the Divine Eternity; How all Successions of Time Are ever present to him and Subject to his View;
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His self Existence, Immensity, Omnipresence and Prescience of the most contingent Events, &c. How far above us!
His self Existence, Immensity, Omnipresence and Prescience of the most contingent Events, etc. How Far above us!
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AND since we have not a perfect Knowledge of the Subject;
AND since we have not a perfect Knowledge of the Subject;
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we must hearken to what GOD himself saith of his own Nature, who knows it best.
we must harken to what GOD himself Says of his own Nature, who knows it best.
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And we ought in Reason to enquire, whether the Doctrine of the Holy Trinity be contained in that Revelation which we receive,
And we ought in Reason to inquire, whither the Doctrine of the Holy Trinity be contained in that Revelation which we receive,
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and can prove to be Divine; if we find it there, let the Doctrine be never so Incredible and Unintelligible, GOD is so far above us,
and can prove to be Divine; if we find it there, let the Doctrine be never so Incredible and Unintelligible, GOD is so Far above us,
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and his Ways and Thoughts above ours, that we ought not to reject it upon that Account.
and his Ways and Thoughts above ours, that we ought not to reject it upon that Account.
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As the Heavens are higher than the Earth, His Wisdom is as the Heavens, the highest and top of all Wisdom;As the Heavens Are higher than the Earth, His Wisdom is as the Heavens, the highest and top of all Wisdom;
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Man's as the Earth, beneath which there is no Degree, but that of Hell and Darkness,
Man's as the Earth, beneath which there is no Degree, but that of Hell and Darkness,
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so that the Things are two Great and Sublime for us to determine about.
so that the Things Are two Great and Sublime for us to determine about.
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WERE this duly consider'd we should find, that we cannot have so much Evidence of a Doctrine's being False, because 'tis Ʋnconceivable; as there is Evidence of its being True, by being contain'd in Scripture Revelation.
WERE this duly considered we should find, that we cannot have so much Evidence of a Doctrine's being False, Because it's Ʋnconceivable; as there is Evidence of its being True, by being contained in Scripture Revelation.
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As to the Truth of things concerning Finite Nature, we may judge by our Reason:
As to the Truth of things Concerning Finite Nature, we may judge by our Reason:
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But where the Object is Infinite, 'tis no Argument against the Truth of a Thing, that we cannot comprehend it,
But where the Object is Infinite, it's no Argument against the Truth of a Thing, that we cannot comprehend it,
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unless a Contradiction be proved, which there is none here.
unless a Contradiction be proved, which there is none Here.
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IT hath often been proved that God might justly require of us in general, the Belief of what we cannot comprehend;
IT hath often been proved that God might justly require of us in general, the Belief of what we cannot comprehend;
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and that they who reject the Misteries of Christianity, run into greater Difficulties than those, who assert them.
and that they who reject the Mysteres of Christianity, run into greater Difficulties than those, who assert them.
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What is Incomprehensible as to the Manner, may be a necessary Article of Faith, as far as it is Reveal'd.
What is Incomprehensible as to the Manner, may be a necessary Article of Faith, as Far as it is Revealed.
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We don't assert Three Gods; and yet but One God, Three Persons and yet but One Person: That would be contradictory; We don't assert Three God's; and yet but One God, Three Persons and yet but One Person: That would be contradictory;
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but the Scripture saith, that these Three, Father, Word, and Spirit, are One God: And we ought to distinguish between Numbers, and the Natures of Things.
but the Scripture Says, that these Three, Father, Word, and Spirit, Are One God: And we ought to distinguish between Numbers, and the Nature's of Things.
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For Three to be One, is a Contradiction in Numbers;
For Three to be One, is a Contradiction in Numbers;
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but whether an infinite Nature can communicate it self to three different Subsistances, without such a Division as is among created Beings, must not be determined by bare Number,
but whither an infinite Nature can communicate it self to three different Subsistances, without such a Division as is among created Beings, must not be determined by bore Number,
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but by the absolute Perfections of the Divine Nature: Which mast be owned to be above our Comprehension.
but by the absolute Perfections of the Divine Nature: Which mast be owned to be above our Comprehension.
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Therfore for any to assert, that there cannot be a Plurality of Persons; without a Plurality of Natures;
Therefore for any to assert, that there cannot be a Plurality of Persons; without a Plurality of Nature's;
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or that there cannot be a Communication of Nature, without an Indentity of Persons;
or that there cannot be a Communication of Nature, without an Identity of Persons;
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is to pretend to know more of the Infinite Nature of God, then any modest Man ought to pretend to.
is to pretend to know more of the Infinite Nature of God, then any modest Man ought to pretend to.
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'TIS certain the Objections from the Ʋnconceivableness of this Doctrine are not so great, as the Evidence we have, that such a Doctrine is contained in the Holy Scriptures;
IT'S certain the Objections from the Ʋnconceivableness of this Doctrine Are not so great, as the Evidence we have, that such a Doctrine is contained in the Holy Scriptures;
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and that that this Scripture is of God.
and that that this Scripture is of God.
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And let me add, that to pay Adoration and Divine Worship to Christ, (as the Christian Church hath done in all Ages),
And let me add, that to pay Adoration and Divine Worship to christ, (as the Christian Church hath done in all Ages),
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and to Trust in him for Pardon and Eternal Life, and yet believe him to be only a Man, destroys all the Reasons and Arguments of giving Divine Worship to God only: For to do this,
and to Trust in him for Pardon and Eternal Life, and yet believe him to be only a Man, Destroys all the Reasons and Arguments of giving Divine Worship to God only: For to do this,
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and not own him to be Omnipresent, Omniscient, and Almighty, not own him to be the True, and Eternal God, is a greater Absurdity and Contradiction,
and not own him to be Omnipresent, Omniscient, and Almighty, not own him to be the True, and Eternal God, is a greater Absurdity and Contradiction,
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then all that can be objected against the Doctrine of the Sacred Trinity.
then all that can be objected against the Doctrine of the Sacred Trinity.
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While they pay him Divine Honour, they must needs consider him as the GOD (whom all the Angels worship),
While they pay him Divine Honour, they must needs Consider him as the GOD (whom all the Angels worship),
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and yet at the same time they deny him to be so:
and yet At the same time they deny him to be so:
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And that, because they cannot conceive, how Father, Son, and Spirit should be One God. But let us remember what GOD is, and what we are;
And that, Because they cannot conceive, how Father, Son, and Spirit should be One God. But let us Remember what GOD is, and what we Are;
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and how his Ways and Thoughts are above ours. Let no Man therfore deceive himself.
and how his Ways and Thoughts Are above ours. Let no Man Therefore deceive himself.
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If any Man among you seem to be Wise in this World, let him be a Fool that he may be Wise;
If any Man among you seem to be Wise in this World, let him be a Fool that he may be Wise;
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for the Things of God knoweth no Man; but the Spirit of God who revealeth them unto us. for the Things of God Knoweth no Man; but the Spirit of God who Revealeth them unto us.
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Secondly, GOD's Ways are above ours, in the Dispensations of his Providence: 'Twere easy to show this, in a Multitude of Particulars.Secondly, GOD's Ways Are above ours, in the Dispensations of his Providence: 'Twere easy to show this, in a Multitude of Particulars.
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In his sparing and forbearing us: In restraining and preventing us: In keeping and preserving us, and disappointing our Enemies:
In his sparing and forbearing us: In restraining and preventing us: In keeping and preserving us, and disappointing our Enemies:
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Overuling our Affairs, directing our Conditions, and governing all that befalls us, Good or Evil, Accidental or Premeditated,
Overuling our Affairs, directing our Conditions, and governing all that befalls us, Good or Evil, Accidental or Premeditated,
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and turning all to Wise and gracious Purposes, beyond our Thoughts.
and turning all to Wise and gracious Purposes, beyond our Thoughts.
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With what perfect Wisdom is every Thing managed in the Government of this World? That even the Wickedness of Men is made to serve the purposes of his Glory? How wonderfully hath God Honour'd his Mercy,
With what perfect Wisdom is every Thing managed in the Government of this World? That even the Wickedness of Men is made to serve the Purposes of his Glory? How wonderfully hath God Honoured his Mercy,
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and Power, Holiness, Justice and Truth, in redeeming and saving Sinners by Jesus Christ, with greater Advantage,
and Power, Holiness, justice and Truth, in redeeming and Saving Sinners by jesus christ, with greater Advantage,
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then if our first Parents had continued Innocent.
then if our First Parents had continued Innocent.
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HIS Ways are not as Ours, but above them, in governing the Minds of Men, turning their Hearts, influencing their Counsels,
HIS Ways Are not as Ours, but above them, in governing the Minds of Men, turning their Hearts, influencing their Counsels,
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and changing their Thoughts, to bring about and fulfil his Own.
and changing their Thoughts, to bring about and fulfil his Own.
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His Ways are above ours, in makeing Use of very unlikely Instruments, weak Means, yea such as in Appearance are Contrary, to effect his own Purposes in the Government of Nations, of particular Families, and Persons.His Ways Are above ours, in making Use of very unlikely Instruments, weak Means, yea such as in Appearance Are Contrary, to Effect his own Purposes in the Government of nations, of particular Families, and Persons.
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AND the Ways of his Providence on less above ours.
AND the Ways of his Providence on less above ours.
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In his disposing Crosses and Afflictions Temptations and Hardships unto those he loves best, and permitting others to live in Peace and Quiet.
In his disposing Crosses and Afflictions Temptations and Hardships unto those he loves best, and permitting Others to live in Peace and Quiet.
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HIS Ways are not as ours, but above them, in that the very Falls and Faults, Crimes and Follies of good Men are overul'd for much Good;
HIS Ways Are not as ours, but above them, in that the very Falls and Faults, Crimes and Follies of good Men Are overuled for much Good;
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and great Transgressions before Conversion, made servicable to excellent Purposes afterward: What was Poyson in Nature, becomes Medicinal by Divine Grace.
and great Transgressions before Conversion, made serviceable to excellent Purposes afterwards: What was Poison in Nature, becomes Medicinal by Divine Grace.
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He that stumbles in the way, gets ground by it, if it help him to mend his Pace, to walk faster, and more warily.
He that stumbles in the Way, gets ground by it, if it help him to mend his Pace, to walk faster, and more warily.
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How many can say, if it had not been for such and such Fails, I had never known so much of my own VVeakness, and Frailty;
How many can say, if it had not been for such and such Fails, I had never known so much of my own VVeakness, and Frailty;
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I had never had such Experience of Temptation, and how unable of my self to resist it;
I had never had such Experience of Temptation, and how unable of my self to resist it;
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I should never have had so hearty a Detestation of Sin; such a Tenderness of Conscience;
I should never have had so hearty a Detestation of since; such a Tenderness of Conscience;
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such an Awe of offending God; so fervent a Zeal to please him; so sweet a Sense of his Mercy;
such an Awe of offending God; so fervent a Zeal to please him; so sweet a Sense of his Mercy;
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so Thankful an Acknowledgment of his Grace in delivering and recovering me. The very Remainders of Corruption in the Hearts of Men, which they bewail, and pray,
so Thankful an Acknowledgment of his Grace in delivering and recovering me. The very Remainders of Corruption in the Hearts of Men, which they bewail, and pray,
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and strive against, I shall serve to convince them of their necessary Dependance on Gods Grace;
and strive against, I shall serve to convince them of their necessary Dependence on God's Grace;
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shall cause them to walk humbly with God; shall make them more circumspect and watchful against Temptation;
shall cause them to walk humbly with God; shall make them more circumspect and watchful against Temptation;
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and raise their Esteem, and Value of the Blood of Christ, and his constant Intercession in Heaven.
and raise their Esteem, and Valve of the Blood of christ, and his constant Intercession in Heaven.
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God hereby assists us to keep Conscience tender, excites our Diligence after further Degrees of Mortification, quickens us to press on, by growth in Grace, toward Perfection, &c.
God hereby assists us to keep Conscience tender, excites our Diligence After further Degrees of Mortification, quickens us to press on, by growth in Grace, towards Perfection, etc.
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Moreover, HIS Ways are above Ours in the Conversion of Sinners, as to the Subjects he makes choice of,
Moreover, HIS Ways Are above Ours in the Conversion of Sinners, as to the Subject's he makes choice of,
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as to the Season and Time of their Change; as to the Means and Method, by which it is Accomplish'd and brought about.
as to the Season and Time of their Change; as to the Means and Method, by which it is Accomplished and brought about.
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The Wind blows were it lists, and the Holy Spirit (by the Ministry oftentimes of weaker Minsters) works powerfully and savingly in whom he will, both to will,
The Wind blows were it lists, and the Holy Spirit (by the Ministry oftentimes of Weaker Ministers) works powerfully and savingly in whom he will, both to will,
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and do, of his own good Pleasure. One is awaken'd, convinced, prick'd at the Heart by a Sermon.
and do, of his own good Pleasure. One is awakened, convinced, pricked At the Heart by a Sermon.
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Another in the same Seat, under the same Sermon, feels nothing. Sometimes by a soft still Voice, at other times by Thunder.
another in the same Seat, under the same Sermon, feels nothing. Sometime by a soft still Voice, At other times by Thunder.
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Sometimes the most Unlikely are taken, and effectually called; when others are left: And this after many years delay and discouragement, and no hopeful Prospect, but the Contrary.
Sometime the most Unlikely Are taken, and effectually called; when Others Are left: And this After many Years Delay and discouragement, and no hopeful Prospect, but the Contrary.
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Some out of wicked Families converted; others after strict and religious Education, become and continue most Vile and Profligate.
some out of wicked Families converted; Others After strict and religious Education, become and continue most Vile and Profligate.
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What different Success hath the Gospel in some Places? At some Times, and to some Persons? And at different Times in the same Place? Tho' the same Messages and the same Preacher? Sometimes on the weaker and more ignorant Sort,
What different Success hath the Gospel in Some Places? At Some Times, and to Some Persons? And At different Times in the same Place? Though the same Messages and the same Preacher? Sometime on the Weaker and more ignorant Sort,
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and sometimes on the more Learned; sometimes on elder Persons, and often on Younger:
and sometime on the more Learned; sometime on elder Persons, and often on Younger:
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Who have discover'd much of the Grace of God betimes, with less Advantage of Education than others.
Who have discovered much of the Grace of God betimes, with less Advantage of Education than Others.
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And at the last Hour, some Malefactors, under a Sentence of Death, 'tis hop'd, have been truly Penitent,
And At the last Hour, Some Malefactors, under a Sentence of Death, it's hoped, have been truly Penitent,
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and Accepted, as well as the Thief on the Cross.
and Accepted, as well as the Thief on the Cross.
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Some by their own Afflictions, some by the warning of other Men's Examples, and byother Means,
some by their own Afflictions, Some by the warning of other Men's Examples, and byother Means,
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as well as by the plain Preaching of the Word, the ordinary Means. HIS Ways also are above Ours, in the Punishment of Men in this Life:
as well as by the plain Preaching of the Word, the ordinary Means. HIS Ways also Are above Ours, in the Punishment of Men in this Life:
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In making some Examples which were not greater Sinners then others, as our Lord hath expresly told us, Luke XIII.
In making Some Examples which were not greater Sinners then Others, as our Lord hath expressly told us, Lycia XIII.
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He would not spare Job's Ten Children upon the Intercession and Prayer of their Righteous Father,
He would not spare Job's Ten Children upon the Intercession and Prayer of their Righteous Father,
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tho' we don't read that they were wicked;
though we don't read that they were wicked;
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when he would have spared many Thousands, that were wicked, in Sodom and Gomorrah, and the Cities of the Plain,
when he would have spared many Thousands, that were wicked, in Sodom and Gomorrah, and the Cities of the Plain,
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if there had been but Ten Righteous Persons among them.
if there had been but Ten Righteous Persons among them.
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HIS Ways are above Ours, in bringing Good out of the Evil of Punishment, and using wicked Instruments to accomplish other Ends and Purposes, than they design'd.
HIS Ways Are above Ours, in bringing Good out of the Evil of Punishment, and using wicked Instruments to accomplish other Ends and Purposes, than they designed.
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The like might be said of Gods Ways in saving and delivering his People in extraordinary Dangers:
The like might be said of God's Ways in Saving and delivering his People in extraordinary Dangers:
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Tarrying till their Enemies are at the very height of their Wickedness;
Tarrying till their Enemies Are At the very height of their Wickedness;
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and when there is least Prospect, or Appearance which way Deliverance should come, then to interpose by seasonable Salvation
and when there is least Prospect, or Appearance which Way Deliverance should come, then to interpose by seasonable Salvation
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APPLICATION. USE, I. NO wonder then if we so often mistake in our Thoughts, and Conceptions of the Ways and Works of God.
APPLICATION. USE, I NO wonder then if we so often mistake in our Thoughts, and Conceptions of the Ways and Works of God.
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If they are so much above ours, as Heaven is high above the Earth, if they are unsearchable,
If they Are so much above ours, as Heaven is high above the Earth, if they Are unsearchable,
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and beyond our reach, that we can see but a little Part of his Ways, do not understand the Connection and Dependance of one Part with the other,
and beyond our reach, that we can see but a little Part of his Ways, do not understand the Connection and Dependence of one Part with the other,
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or the Design of the whole.
or the Design of the Whole.
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His Way is in the Whirlwind, the Clouds are the Dust of his Feet, and his Footsteps are not known: His Way is in the Whirlwind, the Clouds Are the Dust of his Feet, and his Footsteps Are not known:
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He hideth himself that we cannot see him. Job XXXIII. 7, 8, 9. Nah. I. 3. AS to his Ways of Grace and Mercy, I have largely shown in the foregoing Sermons, That he is more Gracious then we believe:He Hideth himself that we cannot see him. Job XXXIII. 7, 8, 9. Nah. I. 3. AS to his Ways of Grace and Mercy, I have largely shown in the foregoing Sermons, That he is more Gracious then we believe:
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He is able to do, he doth, and will do more then we are able to ask or think, Eph. III. 20. We think (it may be) he will never receive us after such and such Transgressions, and yet he doth.
He is able to do, he does, and will do more then we Are able to ask or think, Ephesians III. 20. We think (it may be) he will never receive us After such and such Transgressions, and yet he does.
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We thought he would never Pardon us, and yet he hath forgiven: We said in our Despair, that he is gone, and will never Return;
We Thought he would never Pardon us, and yet he hath forgiven: We said in our Despair, that he is gone, and will never Return;
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and yet the Light breaks out again, and we have found it to our Comfort.
and yet the Light breaks out again, and we have found it to our Comfort.
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Secondly, ARE his Ways so much above Ours, what Reason have we to Reverence and Adore God in all his Ways and Works. Secondly, ARE his Ways so much above Ours, what Reason have we to reverence and Adore God in all his Ways and Works.
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Believing his Wisdom, Goodness and Truth, we glorify God:
Believing his Wisdom, goodness and Truth, we Glorify God:
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By crediting his Word, trusting his Practice, and following his Counsel, and submitting to his Providence:
By crediting his Word, trusting his Practice, and following his Counsel, and submitting to his Providence:
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Tho' the Doctrine be very misterious, the Providence very dark, the Duty very Difficult, and what is promised a great way off, and to Sence unlikely.
Though the Doctrine be very mysterious, the Providence very dark, the Duty very Difficult, and what is promised a great Way off, and to Sense unlikely.
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The more we contemplate the Wonders of his Providence and Grace, the higher Veneration shall we have for Him;
The more we contemplate the Wonders of his Providence and Grace, the higher Veneration shall we have for Him;
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and Abase our Selves before his Glorious Majesty; if we speak of Strength, he is Strong;
and Abase our Selves before his Glorious Majesty; if we speak of Strength, he is Strong;
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if of Goodness, he is Love; if of Wisdom, he is Wise, the only Wise God.
if of goodness, he is Love; if of Wisdom, he is Wise, the only Wise God.
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'Tis unreasonable then to object against this Providence, because we cannot comprehend the Wisdom and Justice of every Event:
It's unreasonable then to Object against this Providence, Because we cannot comprehend the Wisdom and justice of every Event:
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We may object our Selves into Atheism, and Infidelity, if we will not adore his unsearchable Wisdom in the Government of the World.
We may Object our Selves into Atheism, and Infidelity, if we will not adore his unsearchable Wisdom in the Government of the World.
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His Judgments are a great Deep, Psal. XXXVI. 6. 'Tis in vain for us to pretend to go to the Bottom of them,His Judgments Are a great Deep, Psalm XXXVI. 6. It's in vain for us to pretend to go to the Bottom of them,
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when he himself hath declared that they are Ʋnsearchable. We should rather admire God; and confess our own Ignorance when the great Apostle himself declares, that Gods Ways are past our finding out. Rom. XI. 33. VVe may be certain that all he doth is agreeable to infinite VVisdom and Righteousness.
when he himself hath declared that they Are Ʋnsearchable. We should rather admire God; and confess our own Ignorance when the great Apostle himself declares, that God's Ways Are passed our finding out. Rom. XI. 33. We may be certain that all he does is agreeable to infinite VVisdom and Righteousness.
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As long as we own him to be God, we are sure he will do nothing Repugnant to those Perfections.
As long as we own him to be God, we Are sure he will do nothing Repugnant to those Perfections.
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BESIDES he hath appointed a Day, wherein he will satisfy all the VVorld by the Revelation of his Righteous Judgment.
BESIDE he hath appointed a Day, wherein he will satisfy all the World by the Revelation of his Righteous Judgement.
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In the mean time, He doth great Things past our finding out; and wonderful Things without Number. XI. Job. 10. There are Depths and Misteries in Divine Providence, that we must acknowledg to be Unsearchable:
In the mean time, He does great Things passed our finding out; and wondered Things without Number. XI. Job. 10. There Are Depths and Mysteres in Divine Providence, that we must acknowledge to be Unsearchable:
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Let us not then Censure what we cannot Understand, what we cannot Fathom.
Let us not then Censure what we cannot Understand, what we cannot Fathom.
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Is it strange, that incomprehensible VVisdom should do incomprehensible Things? VVe should not therfore enquire too curiously into the Secrets of his Providence,
Is it strange, that incomprehensible VVisdom should do incomprehensible Things? We should not Therefore inquire too curiously into the Secrets of his Providence,
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nor determine any thing, Rashly concerningit, which is not revealed to us. VVE are well assur'd, that he made the VVorld;
nor determine any thing, Rashly concerningit, which is not revealed to us. WE Are well assured, that he made the World;
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and yet there are many Questions about the VVorks of Creation that may puzzle the wisest and most diligent Enquirer.
and yet there Are many Questions about the Works of Creation that may puzzle the Wisest and most diligent Enquirer.
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So in the Government of the World, there are many things above our reach, and yet we may be assured an unerring VVisdom governs all.
So in the Government of the World, there Are many things above our reach, and yet we may be assured an unerring VVisdom governs all.
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VVe are so Ignorant and short Sighted;
We Are so Ignorant and short Sighted;
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and the Designs of God are so far beyond us, and the Means he useth are oftentimes so Various, and their Connection with his Design so much concealed from our weak Eyes, that no wonder if we are often at a loss;
and the Designs of God Are so Far beyond us, and the Means he uses Are oftentimes so Various, and their Connection with his Design so much concealed from our weak Eyes, that no wonder if we Are often At a loss;
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especially when all the Particulars of his VVorks of Providence, that make up the Beauty of the whole, are wonderfully interwoven together (one Passage and one Action having a certain Reference to a Million of others,
especially when all the Particulars of his Works of Providence, that make up the Beauty of the Whole, Are wonderfully interwoven together (one Passage and one Actium having a certain Referente to a Million of Others,
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yea unto all others, from first to last) so that it is not strange, if we comprehend not the Reasons of all Events;
yea unto all Others, from First to last) so that it is not strange, if we comprehend not the Reasons of all Events;
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and discern not the Wisdom and Righteousness of God, as to many Particulars, while yet we believe him to be Wise,
and discern not the Wisdom and Righteousness of God, as to many Particulars, while yet we believe him to be Wise,
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and Holy in all his Ways, and Righteous in all his Works.
and Holy in all his Ways, and Righteous in all his Works.
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HEREAFTER, when he hath finish'd his whole Design, from the Beginning to the End, (whereof we now see but a small Part), the Difficulties that perplex and shock us for the present, will be all solv'd.
HEREAFTER, when he hath finished his Whole Design, from the Beginning to the End, (whereof we now see but a small Part), the Difficulties that perplex and shock us for the present, will be all solved.
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VVhat is now cover'd with Darkness shall appear in open Light: And what is now a Riddle, will cease to be so:
What is now covered with Darkness shall appear in open Light: And what is now a Riddle, will cease to be so:
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For all the Changes and Revolutions of the VVorld, Publick and Private, as to Nations, Families and Persons, will all be found, to have been directed in the wisest and best Manner;
For all the Changes and Revolutions of the World, Public and Private, as to nations, Families and Persons, will all be found, to have been directed in the Wisest and best Manner;
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and to have been one compleat and orderly Means, to bring about his VVise and Holy Counselfor his own Glory.
and to have been one complete and orderly Means, to bring about his Wise and Holy Counselfor his own Glory.
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LET us therefore adore him, considering that his Ways are above Ours, for if we do not now, see a Reason for the Truth of all that God speaks,
LET us Therefore adore him, considering that his Ways Are above Ours, for if we do not now, see a Reason for the Truth of all that God speaks,
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or the Wisdom of all that he doth, we may yet be assur'd, that GOD is True, and Wise, and Good. And we ought to lay our hands on our Mouths,
or the Wisdom of all that he does, we may yet be assured, that GOD is True, and Wise, and Good. And we ought to lay our hands on our Mouths,
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and Acquiesce, for this very Reason, because his Ways are so much above ours.
and Acquiesce, for this very Reason, Because his Ways Are so much above ours.
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Thirdly, WHAT Reason then have we, to put our Trust and Confidence in God? To believe what he promiseth,Thirdly, WHAT Reason then have we, to put our Trust and Confidence in God? To believe what he promises,
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and leave it to him, to fulfil his Word in his own Time and Way? His Ways are so muth above Ours, that when we think him furthest off, he may be nearest the doing that for us, which we desire.
and leave it to him, to fulfil his Word in his own Time and Way? His Ways Are so muth above Ours, that when we think him furthest off, he may be nearest the doing that for us, which we desire.
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If God should not chuse our Condition for us, we should easily be undone by our own Choice.
If God should not choose our Condition for us, we should Easily be undone by our own Choice.
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But we may and ought to trust Him, who knoweth what is always, and upon all Accounts, Best for us. VVhereas there is no Man of the clearest Foresight,
But we may and ought to trust Him, who Knoweth what is always, and upon all Accounts, Best for us. Whereas there is no Man of the Clearest Foresight,
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and of the greatest Wariness, but may easily be deceived and Mistaken, as to what is good for him in this Life.
and of the greatest Wariness, but may Easily be deceived and Mistaken, as to what is good for him in this Life.
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VVe find this was the Result of the Wise Man's Thoughts, concerning the Affairs of this World.
We find this was the Result of the Wise Man's Thoughts, Concerning the Affairs of this World.
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Eccles. VI. 11, 12. Seeing there be many Things that increase Vanity, what is Man the better? For who knoweth what is Good for Man in this Life; Eccles. VI. 11, 12. Seeing there be many Things that increase Vanity, what is Man the better? For who Knoweth what is Good for Man in this Life;
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all the days of his vain Life, which he spendeth as a shadow? For who can tell a Man, what shall be after him, under the Sun. all the days of his vain Life, which he spendeth as a shadow? For who can tell a Man, what shall be After him, under the Sun.
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WE often desire and chuse such a Temporal Good, as proper to serve and promote some Particular Interest and Design,
WE often desire and choose such a Temporal Good, as proper to serve and promote Some Particular Interest and Design,
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but cannot tell, whether it will be Prejudicial to our main and greatest Interest: If it would be so, 'tis a kindness to be disappointed.
but cannot tell, whither it will be Prejudicial to our main and greatest Interest: If it would be so, it's a kindness to be disappointed.
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Besides we are too apt to consider our selves, as Single and Alone, in a private Capacity:
Beside we Are too apt to Consider our selves, as Single and Alone, in a private Capacity:
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God only knows what is best for us, as we are Parts of the whole Community, Members of the Universe,
God only knows what is best for us, as we Are Parts of the Whole Community, Members of the Universe,
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and stand related to other Men:
and stand related to other Men:
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It may be, we would desire to have, and be, and do that, which is more for the publick Good, should be enjoy'd by Others, and done by Others. Such a Condition of Life, such a Place of Imployment, such a Station of Service, we reckon to be very desirable for Ʋs; when perhaps God knows, that We shall do more good in another; and that some Other will be more useful,
It may be, we would desire to have, and be, and do that, which is more for the public Good, should be enjoyed by Others, and done by Others. Such a Condition of Life, such a Place of Employment, such a Station of Service, we reckon to be very desirable for Ʋs; when perhaps God knows, that We shall do more good in Another; and that Some Other will be more useful,
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and more a publick Blessing in that Post. Accordingly we should leave it to his Providence, who appoints us our VVork, to Assign us our Station, and Opportunity for it.
and more a public Blessing in that Post. Accordingly we should leave it to his Providence, who appoints us our VVork, to Assign us our Station, and Opportunity for it.
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AND here 'tis most certain, our Spiritual and Eternal Good is greatly concern'd.
AND Here it's most certain, our Spiritual and Eternal Good is greatly concerned.
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It may be, what we wish for, as a Desireable, temporal Blessing, would be to our Prejudice and Disadvantage,
It may be, what we wish for, as a Desirable, temporal Blessing, would be to our Prejudice and Disadvantage,
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as to the VVelfare of our Souls. How many, on this Account, have seen Reason to be thankful for Afflictive Disappiontments,
as to the VVelfare of our Souls. How many, on this Account, have seen Reason to be thankful for Afflictive Disappiontments,
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as to many things they endeavour'd, and desir'd, but God order'd it otherwise, for their best Good.
as to many things they endeavoured, and desired, but God ordered it otherwise, for their best Good.
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No Affliction for the present is Joyous, but Grievous, but afterwards it produceth the peaceable Fruits of Righteousness. No Affliction for the present is Joyous, but Grievous, but afterwards it Produceth the peaceable Fruits of Righteousness.
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Heb. XII. 11. Uninterrupted Health and Peace, Plenty, Reputation, Joy and Comfort in Relations, may be deny'd us in Faithfulness and Kindness:
Hebrew XII. 11. Uninterrupted Health and Peace, Plenty, Reputation, Joy and Comfort in Relations, may be denied us in Faithfulness and Kindness:
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For God only knows, whether it would not interfere with our Spiritual Good?
For God only knows, whither it would not interfere with our Spiritual Good?
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TIS an obvious, and daily Instance as to Riches, and the Increase of an Estate: Many a poor Man (or suppose one in a middle Condition,) He fancies,
THIS an obvious, and daily Instance as to Riches, and the Increase of an Estate: Many a poor Man (or suppose one in a middle Condition,) He fancies,
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if he had a great Estate, what a great Deal of Good he would do: VVith what a large Heart, he would supply the Necessities of the Poor;
if he had a great Estate, what a great Deal of Good he would do: With what a large Heart, he would supply the Necessities of the Poor;
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How many generous and charitable Things he would undertake:
How many generous and charitable Things he would undertake:
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He would fain Help and Relieve the Poor (he tells you if he could,) and therfore his Desire of Riches,
He would fain Help and Relieve the Poor (he tells you if he could,) and Therefore his Desire of Riches,
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and Diligence in seeking for them, is but that he may do Good:
and Diligence in seeking for them, is but that he may do Good:
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1801
But when this Man succeeds, how Common is it, that his Heart and Purposes are chang'd with his Condition? Or his Desire,
But when this Man succeeds, how Common is it, that his Heart and Purposes Are changed with his Condition? Or his Desire,
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1802
and Love of Mony, grows with his Estate;
and Love of Money, grows with his Estate;
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1803
so that He is as unable to do the Good he desires to do, as before.
so that He is as unable to do the Good he Desires to do, as before.
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1804
The Poor is unreliev'd, and he thinks himself, as far from an Ability to Relieve them now; as when he had but half of that, which now he hath.
The Poor is unrelieved, and he thinks himself, as Far from an Ability to Relieve them now; as when he had but half of that, which now he hath.
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Besides that he is tempted to forget God, in other Instances; and falls into Luxury and Vanity, Intemperance, and Pride;
Beside that he is tempted to forget God, in other Instances; and falls into Luxury and Vanity, Intemperance, and Pride;
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and Consequently, it had been better for him, to have continu'd in a Lower Station.
and Consequently, it had been better for him, to have continued in a Lower Station.
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He is really a Loser by his Gain of Riches, and 'tis well, if He be not finally and for ever lost.
He is really a Loser by his Gain of Riches, and it's well, if He be not finally and for ever lost.
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IT is therfore our Wisdom, as well as Duty, for us to leave all Events to GOD, whose VVays are so far above ours.
IT is Therefore our Wisdom, as well as Duty, for us to leave all Events to GOD, whose VVays Are so Far above ours.
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If we Reflect upon our own Ignorance, as to what shall be on the Morrow:
If we Reflect upon our own Ignorance, as to what shall be on the Morrow:
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How easily may to Morrows Event, unravel our Scheme of Thoughts, and frustrate the most probable Designs that can be laid? And how Ignorant are we, of what the Train of Consequences may be, upon what we Design.
How Easily may to Morrows Event, unravel our Scheme of Thoughts, and frustrate the most probable Designs that can be laid? And how Ignorant Are we, of what the Train of Consequences may be, upon what we Design.
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Unless we know, what will follow upon it, we cannot tell whether it will prove a Mischief, or a Blessing.
Unless we know, what will follow upon it, we cannot tell whither it will prove a Mischief, or a Blessing.
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You thought Evil against me, says Joseph to his Brethren, when they sold him into Egypt, but God meant it for Good, to bring it to pass (as at this Day) to save much People alive, Gen. L. 20.You Thought Evil against me, Says Joseph to his Brothers, when they sold him into Egypt, but God meant it for Good, to bring it to pass (as At this Day) to save much People alive, Gen. L. 20.
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MANY have lamented with Impatience, that they came too late to such a Port, to Sail with such a Convoy,
MANY have lamented with Impatience, that they Come too late to such a Port, to Sail with such a Convoy,
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or to Imbark in such a Ship; and yet within a little while, have blest God for the Disappointment;
or to Imbark in such a Ship; and yet within a little while, have blessed God for the Disappointment;
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having heard that the Ship was cast away, or taken by an Enemy; and all the Passengers drown'd or made Prisoners.
having herd that the Ship was cast away, or taken by an Enemy; and all the Passengers drowned or made Prisoners.
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1816
VVheras GOD knows all the Consequences of Things; having all Causes and Effects in View; and all the Links of the Chain in his own Hand;
Whereas GOD knows all the Consequences of Things; having all Causes and Effects in View; and all the Links of the Chain in his own Hand;
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1817
and therfore can never be Mistaken in what is Best. Let us therefore trust him, to dispose of Us and ours, according to his own good Pleasure.
and Therefore can never be Mistaken in what is Best. Let us Therefore trust him, to dispose of Us and ours, according to his own good Pleasure.
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Fourthly, HOVV Reprovable then is it, to Limit and Prescribe to God, or to Censure, him concerning his VVays and VVorks, which are so much above us? He is not bound to give us an Account of all his Matters,Fourthly, HOW Reprovable then is it, to Limit and Prescribe to God, or to Censure, him Concerning his VVays and Works, which Are so much above us? He is not bound to give us an Account of all his Matters,
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or to utter all his VVords, for the Satisfaction of our curious and proud Enquiries.
or to utter all his VVords, for the Satisfaction of our curious and proud Enquiries.
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1820
VVe are not to direct him what to do, as if we would teach him Knowledge:
We Are not to Direct him what to do, as if we would teach him Knowledge:
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As if he had not done every thing for the best, in what befalls us, or Others.
As if he had not done every thing for the best, in what befalls us, or Others.
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Shall he that contends with the Almighty instruct him? he that reproveth GOD let him answer it. Shall he that contends with the Almighty instruct him? he that Reproveth GOD let him answer it.
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Job XI. 2. with this Elihu silenc'd Job, XXXIII. 12.13. Behold in this thou art not Just, I will answer thee.
Job XI. 2. with this Elihu silenced Job, XXXIII. 12.13. Behold in this thou art not Just, I will answer thee.
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1824
God is greater then Man, That is, His ways are above ours. Let us take heed of Censuring his Infinite and Eternal Wisdom.God is greater then Man, That is, His ways Are above ours. Let us take heed of Censuring his Infinite and Eternal Wisdom.
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For we are but of yester day, and know nothing. We cannot search his secret Counsells.
For we Are but of yester day, and know nothing. We cannot search his secret Counsels.
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1826
Job XI. 6. It is as high as Heaven, what canst thou do? Deeper then Hell, what eanst thou know? His kind Designs,Job XI. 6. It is as high as Heaven, what Canst thou do? Deeper then Hell, what eanst thou know? His kind Designs,
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1827
or faithful Gracious Purposes, may be concealed from us; as our Lord told Peter, Joh. XIII. 7. What I do, thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter.
or faithful Gracious Purposes, may be concealed from us; as our Lord told Peter, John XIII. 7. What I do, thou Knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter.
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1828
Fifthly, LABOUR to submit to God in all his Ways, without Murmuring, or Repining. 'Tis both our Duty, and Interest to do this, from what hath been discours'd.Fifthly, LABOUR to submit to God in all his Ways, without Murmuring, or Repining. It's both our Duty, and Interest to do this, from what hath been discoursed.
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1829
The Mind of God revealed in his Word; and the Will of God declar'd in Providence, must both be submitted to, whatever Objections we may have concerning Either. As to the latter, we know not what is fittest to desire,
The Mind of God revealed in his Word; and the Will of God declared in Providence, must both be submitted to, whatever Objections we may have Concerning Either. As to the latter, we know not what is Fittest to desire,
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1830
or chuse for our Selves, or Others. We often ask that, which God knows would be Hurtful;
or choose for our Selves, or Others. We often ask that, which God knows would be Hurtful;
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1831
and are Disatisfied with that, which he intends for our Good.
and Are Disatisfied with that, which he intends for our Good.
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1832
We would chuse that, which it may be, would be Injurious to God, to our Selves; and to the World:
We would choose that, which it may be, would be Injurious to God, to our Selves; and to the World:
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1833
And as often Repine at that, as a Calamity, which God intends us, as a Benefit; and afterwards proves so.
And as often Repine At that, as a Calamity, which God intends us, as a Benefit; and afterwards Proves so.
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1834
Let us not then complain of his Government, or repine at his Providence. Let us not presume to demand a Reason, why such a Cross befalls us;
Let us not then complain of his Government, or repine At his Providence. Let us not presume to demand a Reason, why such a Cross befalls us;
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1835
or why we are depriv'd of such a Comfort: Let us not dare Arraign his Wisdom, and Soveraignty at our Bar;
or why we Are deprived of such a Comfort: Let us not Dare Arraign his Wisdom, and Sovereignty At our Bar;
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1836
but patiently submit to him, and wait for him, He is a God of Judgment; and his Thoughts and Ways are above ours. Therfore.
but patiently submit to him, and wait for him, He is a God of Judgement; and his Thoughts and Ways Are above ours. Therefore.
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1837
Lastly, TAKE Comfort from this Consideration.Lastly, TAKE Comfort from this Consideration.
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1838
He may, and can turn all for Good, that we deprecate, or complain of as Evil. He may be bringing about That, which we have long pray'd for, by those very Means, which have a quite contrary Appearance, for the present.
He may, and can turn all for Good, that we deprecate, or complain of as Evil. He may be bringing about That, which we have long prayed for, by those very Means, which have a quite contrary Appearance, for the present.
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1839
He hath a thousand Methods, that we can't conceive of, to effect his own Purposes; and he knows the fittest Time. WHATEVER Difficulties we are under; Whatever Burdens we feel; Whatever Temptations we meet with;
He hath a thousand Methods, that we can't conceive of, to Effect his own Purposes; and he knows the Fittest Time. WHATEVER Difficulties we Are under; Whatever Burdens we feel; Whatever Temptations we meet with;
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1840
VVhatever Disappointments we have had, or may have; VVhatever inward or outward Distresses, we may be exercis'd with;
Whatever Disappointments we have had, or may have; Whatever inward or outward Distresses, we may be exercised with;
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1841
Still remember that Gods Ways are far above ours. Tho' he seem to neglect us, or to hide himself from us;
Still Remember that God's Ways Are Far above ours. Though he seem to neglect us, or to hide himself from us;
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1842
tho' he seem to shut out our Prayers; and not regard our Cry;
though he seem to shut out our Prayers; and not regard our Cry;
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1843
yet he knows what to do, and when to do it, and in the best Manner:
yet he knows what to do, and when to do it, and in the best Manner:
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1844
And hath promised that all things shall work for our Good; and that he will never leave us, nor forsake us.
And hath promised that all things shall work for our Good; and that he will never leave us, nor forsake us.
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Therfore Resign your Selves to God, resolving intirely to follow him; tho' like Abraham, you know not whither he will lead you.
Therefore Resign your Selves to God, resolving entirely to follow him; though like Abraham, you know not whither he will led you.
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Resolve you will submit your Understandings and VVills to him, and believe whatever he declares to be True; and approve whatever he Appoints; and bear whatsoever he imposeth;
Resolve you will submit your Understandings and VVills to him, and believe whatever he declares to be True; and approve whatever he Appoints; and bear whatsoever he Imposes;
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1847
and undertake, and do, all that he requires;
and undertake, and do, all that he requires;
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and patiently wait on the Lord, and keep his VVays, who is a God of Judgment.
and patiently wait on the Lord, and keep his VVays, who is a God of Judgement.
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1849
You have sufficient Encouragement to hope in his Mercy, and trust Him to fulfil his VVord, in his own Method,
You have sufficient Encouragement to hope in his Mercy, and trust Him to fulfil his Word, in his own Method,
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because his Ways and Thoughts are not as Ours. FINIS.
Because his Ways and Thoughts Are not as Ours. FINIS.
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